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As we wrap up a very busy and productive month, I want to extend my sincere thanks for your partnership. November is always a special time at Baker, and your support makes all the difference.

Thank you to all who joined us for parent teacher conferences. These conversations are essential to strengthening the home school connection, and we truly appreciate your time and engagement. We are also grateful for your participation in the Book Fair, Bake Sale and Read-A-Thon. Your involvement helps bring valuable opportunities and resources to our school community.

November was full of learning as well. Our grade 5 students participated in an engaging lesson presented by the Natural Resources Trust titled “Composting Conundrum: Turning Waste Into Energy.” Students explored how composting impacts our environment and ways they can make a difference. It was a wonderful hands on experience that sparked deep curiosity and conversation.

As we head into the holiday week, I want to wish all of our Baker families a warm and joyful Thanksgiving. We hope you enjoy time with loved ones and find moments of rest and gratitude.

Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and school community.

Warmly,
Mrs. Werb

Together, We Help Our Students Shine!

We know that students do their best when families and teachers work together. Our Home-School Compact is a short agreement that shares how we can all support learning, both at school and at home. Please take a few minutes to look it over and talk about it with your child. When we work together, amazing things happen!

TITLE I HOME/SCHOOL COMPACT
2025 - 2026

Every school receiving Title I funds must have a home/school compact. The compact is an agreement between the school and the home. The goal is to promote parents as partners with the school in their child’s education.

Please read and sign this compact pledging your commitment to the education and success of your child.

PARENT SECTION

I realize that my participation as a partner in my child’s education will help his/her achievement and attitude. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:

• My child will attend school regularly, on time, with homework completed, and will be prepared to learn.

• I will encourage my child’s efforts and support his/her learning.

• I will make sure my child gets enough sleep, proper nutrition, and is dressed appropriately for school each day.

• I will learn about and be supportive of classroom/school rules, and consequences.

• I will monitor my child’s TV, video game and computer use.

• I will read with my child, listen to my child read, let my child see me read and have my child read independently.

• I will provide my child access to books and encourage daily reading and writing.

• I will teach my child to respect staff and peers.

• I will be involved by attending parent conferences, parent meetings, Title I workshops, school activities and/or volunteering.

• I will spend time talking with my child.

• I will engage in device free time with my child.

STUDENT SECTION

As a student of the Brockton Public Schools, I know that it is important to have an excellent education to prepare for my future. I know that I am responsible for my success. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:

• I will attend school on time.

• I will go to school each day ready to learn with my homework completed and school supplies organized.

• I will produce quality work and do my best each day.

• I will turn in my assignments on time.

• I will make time to do my homework.

• I will make time to read each day.

• I will take responsibility for my own actions.

• I will help to keep my school clean and safe.

• I will show respect for my teacher, other adults, students and school property.

• I will limit screen time and engage face to face with my family and friends.

TEACHER SECTION

I realize the importance of the school experience to every student and my role as an educator and role model. Therefore, I agree to carry out the following responsibilities to the best of my ability:

• I will encourage children to respect each other.

• I will foster a healthy, safe and nurturing environment.

• I will promote communication between parents, students and teachers.

• I will set academic and behavioral expectations and communicate responsibilities.

• I will teach the skills and concepts appropriate for my students to achieve at his/her highest level.

• I will continue my lifelong learning by taking advantage of professional development opportunities.

December

10- The Natural Resources Trust Solar Energy lesson- grade 4

17-New Bedford Symphony Orchestra: Learning in Concert Program- grade 4

24-1/4 December Break

Jan 5- School Reopens

📚 Attendance Matters

• Daily attendance is extremely important for your child’s learning.

• Please be sure your child arrives on time each day.

• If your child is absent:

  1. Call the main office at 508-894-4427 to report the absence.

  2. Send a written note the next day to your child’s teacher explaining the reason for the absence.

🚗 Dismissals

• Dismissals should only occur for emergencies or appointments that cannot be scheduled outside of the school day.

• Please send a note to your child’s teacher if a dismissal is needed.

• A photo ID is required when dismissing your child.

• ⏰ No dismissals after 2:30 p.m.

💧 To help us maintain a clean and safe environment, please follow these guidelines:

• Only water may be brought into the building.

• Use simple, spill-resistant bottles with caps that close tightly.

• 🚫 No Stanley or Stanley-style bottles with straws.

• 🚫 No styrofoam or styrofoam-like cups.

📦 All water bottles must stay inside your child’s backpack when entering/exiting the building.

• Students should not carry bottles in hallways, as spills create safety hazards.

• Water fountains are available throughout the building for student use.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep Baker safe and welcoming for everyone!

🍎 Food allergies are a growing concern in schools, and keeping all Baker School students safe is our highest priority. To protect children with food allergies — including those that can be severe — we cannot allow food or edible treats to be shared at school. We greatly appreciate the kindness behind bringing in treats, but we must kindly decline them so every child can be safe.

🎉 We know birthdays and special occasions are important! Families are welcome to celebrate by sending in non-food items such as:

• Books

• Pencils, erasers, or notepads

• Folders or stencils

• Crayons, colored pencils, or markers

• Small games or playing cards

💙 Thank you for helping us keep all students safe while still making their special days meaningful.

🎒 We ask for your support in making sure students do not bring toys or games to school—electronic or otherwise—as they often create distractions during learning time. If a special classroom reward is planned, your child’s teacher will communicate that directly with families.

🖐️ To support students who may need sensory breaks or tools for focus, the school provides a variety of appropriate classroom resources.

⚽ For recess, the school also supplies balls, jump ropes, hula-hoops, and other equipment, so there is no need to bring items from home.

💙 Thank you for your cooperation in helping us create a safe, focused, and engaging environment for all students.