Milbrook Track Record

It is great to have the warmer weather coming back so students can spend recess time outside and get fresh air. Please remember to send students in closed toe shoes for gym and recess. Spring Break begins at the end of the day on March 22, 2024, and the students return on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. During that same week on Friday, April 5, 2024, students will have a half day for the end of the third quarter. In addition, Milbrook will be closed to students on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, for teacher professional learning and Friday, April 16, 2024, for the same reason. Students will be assigned virtual assignments for this day.

On April 18, 2024, Baltimore County Public Schools will celebrate nominated teachers and administrators at the Champions for Children Celebration Gala. This year, Mrs. Meghan Scherzo, Second Grade Teacher, was nominated from Milbrook Elementary School. Mrs. Scherzo started her career at Milbrook and is currently teaching second grade. She was nominated by her peers for her exceptional teaching skills and amazing connection with her students. Join me in congratulating Mrs. Scherzo on this distinguished accomplishment. I know it may seem far away, but Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6 – 10, 2024. Please consider showing your child’s teacher how much you appreciate their hard work each day. We are lucky to have such amazing teachers at Milbrook Elementary School. I know how much I appreciate their dedication to our school family.

On Tuesday, March 5, 2024, the Baltimore County Board of Education approved the recommended boundary Option A. You will be receiving a letter through the US Mail, indicating what school your child will attend next year. Students who are currently in grades 3 and 4 will have the opportunity to apply for special permission, but parents must provide transportation. All details will be included in the letter that parents receive from BCPS.

The final approved interactive map, reflecting final approval boundaries will be posted soon at the following address: https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=70814257

Finally, starting in April, students in grades 3-5 will begin formalized state testing. Please make sure your child is well rested and is present at school each day, if they are well. We have been working very hard at improving our school overall attendance and we are currently 2% higher than this time last year and we have decreased our chronic absenteeism by almost 18%. Thank you for your commitment to consistent attendance. We can’t do this work without you!

Wishing You Well!

Sincerely,

Anne N. Gorman

Principal

3rd-5th grade students will begin MCAP (Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program) in April.

Please make sure your students brings a fully charged device to school every day.

“Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.”

Judy Garland

DISMISSAL NOTICE

No Early Dismissal after 3:30pm.

Please email or message your child's teacher if you need to change the dismissal method for the specific day or going forward.

We need to have it in writing.

Teacher's emails were provided on the welcome letter where your child's teacher was listed.

MOVING.... NEW PHONE NUMBER ???

Please let the school know if you are moving within 15 days of your move.

If you remain in this school zone you will need to provide:

• New Lease/ Deed
• 3 pieces of mail ID Or Shared Domicile approval if applicable.
• ID with new address or Old ID with change of address card from the MVA, or Passport

If you have moved out of our zone and you need a withdrawal packet, you can request one by filling out a withdrawal form. You can obtain a form by emailing your child's teacher or Mrs. Jackson in the front office.
If you have a new phone number, please update it in the parent portal in FOCUS (App link below) or email Mrs. Jackson to change the information.

Sasha Jackson

Front Office Secretary / Registrar

sjackson13@bcps.org

Ph: 443-809-1225

Fx: 443-809-6744

Did you know that people with Asthma often have an increase in symptoms during the winter months? This is due to the weather being colder and the air being drier. These conditions irritate the airways and cause an increase in mucus production! It is important to be in touch with your Primary Care Provider if you find yourself using your prescribed medications more frequently.

If your child is prescribed an inhaler, or any other medications, by their provider, please be sure to have a Medication Administration form for school completed by your provider and return it to school along with an inhaler in the original box from the pharmacy.

If you have any questions please feel free to call any time,

Rachel Levy, RN, MSN, CRNP-PC

School Nurse, Milbrook ES

443-809-6038

fax 443-809-6744

Just In Case...

Please don't forget to send an extra change of clothes with your child to leave in their locker. Whether it's a child not making it to the bathroom on time, the weather outside, falling into puddles at recess or even spilling drinks, students often require a change of clothing. While we do have some clothing to lend, not every size, or season appropriate clothing are available. Please help us ensure your child is comfortable and dry to optimize learning!

“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” Oprah Winfrey

“You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it’s right.”

“Ignore the glass ceiling and do your work. If you’re focusing on the glass ceiling,

focusing on what you don’t have, focusing on the limitations, then you will be limited.”

Ava DuVernay

“I’m not going to limit myself just because

people won’t accept the fact that I can do something else.”

If your student is in the fifth grade, make sure to hand in the child’s field trip permission slip. If you would like to be a chaperone for the trip, please email wolsson@bcps.org. You will need to do steps 1, 2, and 3 at the BCPS Volunteers website and fill out the field trip chaperone form, which can be requested from your 5th grade student’s teacher. There is a $15 charge to attend the field trip for chaperones and students. If you have questions, please contact your student’s teacher, or for assistance on becoming a chaperone, email wolsson@bcps.org or call (443) 809-1197.

If your family or student would like to visit school and pick out some gently used and in some cases new clothing, please contact us! We can also shop with your student if you are unable to attend personally.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Olsson on 443 809-1197 or at wolsson@bcps.org

Upcoming Community Conversations and BCPS Curriculum Nights (Interpreters available, Spanish at all events, other languages available upon request)

Team BCPS students, parents, caregivers, and stakeholders are invited to participate in the 2024 BCPS Curriculum Nights. These events are opportunities for families to learn more about BCPS curriculum and system efforts to improve instruction in English language arts, mathematics, early childhood education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and special education. BCPS staff will also discuss what families can expect to see their children learning in the academic priority areas and will provide tips and resources on how to support students at home. Attendees will have an opportunity to view curricular and instructional materials and ask questions. The Tuesday, March 12, session at Woodlawn High School will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel. In addition, BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers invites the Team BCPS community to discuss a variety of important school system-related topics at upcoming Community Conversations. During the events, Dr. Rogers will share information about key BCPS priorities, hear from Team BCPS community members, and answer questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided at all sessions. Interpreting services for other languages are also available upon request at no cost to participants. Please contact 443-809-1250 as early as possible to request. The Community Conversation at Eastern Technical High School on Wednesday, April 3, will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel.

Upcoming Community Conservations

Wednesday, April 3, from 6-7 p.m.

@ Eastern Technical High School, 1100 Mace Ave., Essex 21221

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Wednesday, April 10, from 6-7 p.m.

@ Loch Raven Technical Academy, 8101 Lasalle Rd., Towson 21286

Team BCPS students, parents, caregivers, and stakeholders are invited to participate in the 2024 BCPS Curriculum Night. These events are opportunities for families to learn more about BCPS curriculum and system efforts to improve instruction in English language arts, mathematics, early childhood education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and special education. BCPS staff will also discuss what families can expect to see their children learning in the academic priority areas and will provide tips and resources on how to support students at home. Attendees will have an opportunity to view curricular and instructional materials and ask questions. The Tuesday, March 12, session at Woodlawn High School will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel. In addition, BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers invites the Team BCPS community to discuss a variety of important school system-related topics at upcoming Community Conversations. During the events, Dr. Rogers will share information about key BCPS priorities, hear from Team BCPS community members, and answer questions. Spanish interpretation will be provided at all sessions. Interpreting services for other languages are also available upon request at no cost to participants. Please contact 443-809-1250 as early as possible to request. The Community Conversation at Eastern Technical High School on Wednesday, April 3, will be livestreamed on the BCPS-TV YouTube channel.

Upcoming Curriculum Night

Tuesday, April 30, from 6-7:30 p.m.

@ Dulaney High School, 255 E. Padonia Rd., Timonium 21093.

“Once I learned to like me more than others did, then I didn't have to worry about being the

funniest or the most popular or the prettiest. I was the best me and I only ever tried to be that."

Issa Rae