Biddeford Center of Technology

October 27, 2021

Dear Parents, Students, and Families,

It is hard to believe we are approaching the end of our 1st quarter. Grades close on Friday, October 29th, and Parent-Teacher Conferences follow on November 3rd. Each of you will receive an invitation to make an appointment. You have the option of meeting virtually or in-person and please indicate your preference. Times are available between 1:00 and 6:45 PM. If November 3rd does not work for you, I urge you to set up a mutually convenient time between you and your child's instructor. We understand schedules can be a challenge yet it is important to hear how well your child is doing. A grade does not tell the details of your child's story.

What you can expect: each instructor will send you time options to choose for November 3rd. They will confirm your time and whether it is virtual or in-person. Sign-up information will also be posted in your child's Google Classroom. During the conference, the instructor will review how your child is doing, the grading system, and areas that need strengthening. We also expect you to ask questions and don't be afraid to ask for clarifying information. Dialogue is strongly encouraged. If you do not receive information regarding parent conferences signups, please contact me or Tim Stebbins at 282-1501.

Upcoming Date Reminders:

1. November 3rd - Parent-Teacher Conferences

2. November 23rd - Early Release at 12:25 and start of Thanksgiving Break

3. November 24-26th - No School

4. November 29th - Return to school

Best regards,

Paulette Bonneau

Director

Influenza Vaccination

Influenza (flu) remains a virus which we encourage families to consider annual vaccination. For any students or family members who have not yet been vaccinated, you can schedule an appointment at your doctor’s office, local pharmacies and clinics (click on CDC’s VaccineFinder), or there is a Drive-Thru clinic each Wednesday from 3-6 PM at MaineHealth Care at Home, 15 Industrial Park Road in Saco, through November 10th.

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FILING FAFSA for College Financial Aid

We strongly recommend that students (and one parent, if applicable) create their Federal Student Aid account and set up their FSA ID ahead of time.

To create an FSA ID:

Go to StudentAid.gov, and click on “Create Account.”
When creating FSA IDs, individuals must be able to receive a text on their mobile phone and/or have access to their email.
The FSA ID is the user name and password students use to access all Federal Student Aid websites, including FAFSA.gov.
All students need an FSA ID
Dependent students will also need one parent to have an FSA ID in order to sign the FAFSA.
We encourage families to use FAME's FSA ID Information Tracking Sheet to keep track of FSA ID information.

If you have questions, please contact your high school guidance counselor or Holly Scribner at COT-282-1501.

Dell Education Purchase Program

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We are excited to announce our participation in Dell’s Education Purchase Program (EPP) which allows all school employees, students, parents, and their family and friends to receive member-only pricing on all personal purchases from Dell. Dell has set up a dedicated website to shop 24/7 at www.Dell.com/mpp/SouthernMESchools. All member discounts are built into the site and there is no required login or codes to qualify for discounts. Any login created will be for our own personal reference of Dell purchases.

To begin taking advantage of the program discounts, simply access the website and browse for the system that best fits your needs. No login credentials are needed to access savings. Additionally, if you would like assistance in choosing a system or with price matching, please email our EPP Account Manager, Jose Hidalgo at Jose.Hidalgo@Dell.com. When connecting with Jose, please reference our Member ID: GS1066239.

Member Benefits Include: