Bridport Community Newletter

Week 11
November 2, 2025
In times of uncertainty, the greatest strength of our school community shines through—our ability to come together and support one another. At BCS, we are dedicated to creating an environment of Safety, Kindness, Integrity and Belonging.
This week, I saw a perfect example of this spirit of collaboration in action, and it truly inspired me.
🚌 A Lesson in Leadership and Kindness
One of our wonderful bus drivers, Ms. Ashli, sat down with the students and facilitated a collaborative session.
Together, they didn't just create a list of "dos and don'ts"; they crafted a set of "Bus Expectations" centered on leadership and kindness.
The students took ownership, discussing what it means to be a safe, helpful, and respectful passenger. This story beautifully illustrates the power of shared responsibility and the importance of student voice. When we empower our students to be leaders—whether on the bus, in the classroom, or on the playground—they rise to the occasion.
This is just one example of many where we work together and help our students shine When we focus on our shared values— Safety, Kindness, Integrity and Belonging —we can turn any moment of into an opportunity to strengthen the bonds that make our school an exceptional place.
In partnership,
Jenny
Field Trip this Thursday!
On Thursday, 11/6- K-5 students are headed to ECHO! We will leave around 8:30 and return at 2:30. It is very important your child is here on time! If your child has a Bridport t-shirt, please have them wear it! If they don't have one yet- no worries- its coming soon!
Bridport and Shoreham Grade Configuration Design Feedback
Last fall, Superintendent Baker held meetings with Bridport & Shoreham teachers and families to review student performance data and discuss how best to support greater academic success. This summer a working group of Bridport and Shoreham families formed a working group to help design a K-5 single-grade model at one school for the Board to consider for the 2026-27 year.
We now invite our ACSD community to offer feedback using this community survey which includes an overview of the Working Group’s design. All community feedback will be shared with the ACSD Board on November 10th. The Board will review the final design and all feedback in November to determine the 2026-2027 path forward for Bridport & Shoreham students.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday November 5-
12:45- Early Release
Thursday November 6-
All Day- ECHO Field Trip!
6:00- FOBCS Meeting - Library
Friday November 7-
5:00PM - Spaghetti Dinner
This Week in Spanish Class
In Spanish class, our young linguists have been busy exploring the Spanish-speaking world! Students are learning to name all 21 Spanish-speaking countries while hearing stories, discovering amazing landforms, trying out traditional games, and learning about special celebrations.
This week, we “traveled” to Guatemala to learn about the barriletes gigantes—the enormous, colorful kites flown every November 1st in the town of Sumpango. Each student created their own mini barrilete after learning about this impressive tradition.
Shoreham Rec Update
Happy fall to all!
The 3rd-4th grade ended their soccer season 10/18 with a 3 game series with 7 players.
We had 72 kids in the toddler-4th grade soccer season which was amazing!
Reminder: 11/2/25 Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser from 11am-3pm at school. We have a couple spaces left for vendors and would love to see family and friends stop by to shop the local products. Girl scouts will be selling food items and will also have an assortment of raffle items.
Stay tuned for the basketball schedule to be released 11/3/25 for the January-February 2026 season.
Thanks,
Molly
School Photos Update
Dear parents,
School pictures are ready!
To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
More about the Smilesafe program here.
Thank you!
Dress for the Weather!
Food Pantry in Bridport!
A BIG thank you to the Bridport Community- there is now a food pantry installed next to the ice skating shed right next to school. In times of uncertainty- it is magical to know that our community will step up and wrap around one another.
November Food Drive
25-26 School Calendar
Photos of the Week!
Check out our instagram @bridportschoolvermont to follow along!