News From BBH Intermediate School

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Trunk or Treat Fun!
2. Halloween Costume Guidelines
3. Success!
4. Bus Evacuations This Week
5. Fines For Intentional Chromebook Damage or Lost Chargers
6. PSO No Fuss Fundraiser and Spirit Week
7. AASA, The School Superintendents Association Survey
8. Bees Wrestling Sign Up Info
9. State Of The Schools
10. Attendance Matters
11. Important Dates
12. Lunch Menu

Halloween Costume Expectations

Children are permitted to wear a simple Halloween costume to school on this day. Please see the costume guidelines below:

• Costumes should not impact the student's ability to be transported to school nor impact their ability to participate in learning activities throughout the day.

• Masks are not permitted as part of the costume.

• Children are to WEAR THEIR COSTUMES TO SCHOOL and will keep them on throughout the day.

• Costumes should be fun and appropriate as opposed to costumes that depict blood, violence, death, or gruesome in nature. Offensive costumes should not be worn and no weapons or fake blood should be brought to school.

• Makeup or face paint should not be a part of your child’s costume for school.

• Please plan for costumes to be comfortable and not big and bulky, as students will be wearing them throughout the day.

To teach a child to write a sentence is pretty amazing, and to have a 9 year old write a paragraph is astonishing. However, to see 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students write a paragraph using textual evidence, and making sure it flows well using transitional words...that is college level stuff there! Miss McCauley and Mr. Magyar are so proud of the work of the students and staff! This is just one of many great things happening here at BBH Intermediate.

Special shout out to some of our 5th graders as they had a successful week by winning their league volleyball championship in exciting fashion by taking the final set 15-13! Congrats to Skylar Wood, Dani Patete, Lily Kosir, Eva Cox, Amelia Treter, Maddie Erker, Josie Suttmiller, and Lou Berdysz.

• Prying off a part that isn't meant to come off.
• Breaking their screen because of horseplaying.
• Losing a charger

If any of the above occurs, the following will be charged to the student's school fees. Families will be notified. Chargers are $10, broken screens are $20, and any intentional damage is at least $20.

The survey link will be shared with district families on Sunday, October 25th.

The Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District is proud to be a participating district in a nationwide research initiative led by AASA, The School Superintendents Association, in partnership with ThoughtExchange. We are joining thousands of school districts across the country in an important conversation about public confidence in education and how schools can best prepare students for the future.

At the heart of this initiative are two important questions: How can we ensure public confidence reflects the outstanding work happening in our classrooms every day? And what do our students need most to be successful in an ever-changing world?

We are inviting all BBHCSD parents, staff, and community members to share their perspectives through a brief, anonymous survey. The survey takes approximately 5–8 minutes to complete and asks participants to reflect on their confidence in public education, identify areas of strength, and suggest opportunities for improvement.

Why is your participation important?

Your feedback will serve two important purposes. First, it will contribute to nationwide research findings presented at the National Conference on Education in Atlanta in February 2027. Second, BBHCSD will receive its own district-specific results, providing valuable insights into our community's perspectives and priorities.

These findings will help inform the development of our next Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District strategic plan and provide important insight into community priorities as we prepare for future levy discussions.

We encourage every family and community member to participate. Whether you currently have children attending our schools or simply care about the future of public education, your voice matters.

10/22- End of the first Quarter

10/23- No School for students - Teacher inservice day

10/27- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

10/29- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

11/12- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences

Breakfast

Lunch

The Safer Ohio School Tip Line is a free, anonymous, 24/7 reporting system for all Ohio schools. Accessible by call, text, webform, or m obile app, it allows students and adults to confidentially share safety concerns with school officials and law enforcement, including threats of mass incidents or harm to individual students.

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Bee Your Best Beestros!
2. Basketball Jones Assembly! Thank You PSO!
3. Picture Day Info
4. Halloween Costume Guidelines
5. PSO No Fuss Fundraiser and Spirit Week
6. Trunk or Treat
7. What To Do With Halloween Pumpkins
8. Attendance Matters
9. Important Dates
10. Lunch Menu

We have great students! They truly are a wonderful group of kids. Like any parent, I'm reminded daily at home with my three daughters that no child is perfect, but that’s what makes watching them grow so special.

On Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting the incredible Basketball Jones! Beyond showing off his amazing skills, he delivered an inspiring message to our students about perseverance, kindness, taking ownership of their choices, leadership, and if you want something you have to do the work!

As you can see in the photos below, our students and staff were completely engaged from start to finish with the music, movement, and positive message. A huge thank you to our PSO for making this unforgettable experience possible for our school!

Picture day is almost here!!!

Picture Day Is:
10/15 Grade 2 and 3

10/16 Grade 4 and 5

Your Picture Day Photo Date is: Tuesday, October 13, Thursday, October 15 & Friday, October 16

Your Online Access Key is: K7FG9LQJ

Your Online Ordering Link is: https://ripchostudio.orderphotos.online/ordering/with?key=K7FG9LQJ

Your Downloadable Flyer Link is: https://mcusercontent.com/e024a1f28188d15fa77d3a036/files/52c02e7b-4498-c7ed-2156-d66c242779e0/Brecksville_Broadview_Hts_ES_10_13_15_16_26.pdf

*If you are unable to click on the above link to open the online ordering site, copy and paste the link to the address bar located at the top of the page.

Halloween Costume Expectations

Children are permitted to wear a simple Halloween costume to school on this day. Please see the costume guidelines below:

• Costumes should not impact the student's ability to be transported to school nor impact their ability to participate in learning activities throughout the day.

• Masks are not permitted as part of the costume.

• Children are to WEAR THEIR COSTUMES TO SCHOOL and will keep them on throughout the day.

• Costumes should be fun and appropriate as opposed to costumes that depict blood, violence, death, or gruesome in nature. Offensive costumes should not be worn and no weapons or fake blood should be brought to school.

• Makeup or face paint should not be a part of your child’s costume for school.

• Please plan for costumes to be comfortable and not big and bulky, as students will be wearing them throughout the day.

As I prepare for my 6th graders' championship cross country race today by getting my rain gear ready, it is always nice to see and hear about the success of our students outside the classroom. Whether it’s theater, Girl Scouts or Boy Scouts, athletics, or other activities, Bee Nation is super proud of your accomplishments!

Below, this weekend, some of our 4th graders were part of a championship volleyball team, and some of our 4th and 5th graders contributed to a fall softball championship team! Congrats, ladies!

As Halloween comes to a close, The BBHCSD is encouraging our families to embrace sustainability by participating in the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District's Pumpkin Composting Program! Instead of sending your pumpkins to a landfill, give them a second life by turning them into nutrient-rich compost!

Following Halloween, special 20-yard collection containers will be available at designated locations throughout Cuyahoga County for one week. Fortunately, a local drop off site is available for BBHCSD families. Residents can simply drop off their pumpkins and gourds to the Brecksville Service Department, located at 9023 Brecksville Road, where they will then be transported to a composting facility for sustainable composting.

What Can Be Composted?

• Whole pumpkins and gourds

• Carved jack-o'-lanterns

• Decaying pumpkins

What Is NOT Accepted?

• Painted, bleached, or chemically treated pumpkins

• Pumpkins decorated with permanent markers

• Candles, stickers, or other decorations

• Cornstalks, hay bales, yard waste, or kitchen scraps

• Plastic bags or other packaging

All pumpkins and gourds must be placed directly into the collection containers without bags.

Please remove all candles, decorations, and stickers before dropping them off.

Since launching in 2023, the program has helped keep pumpkins out of landfills, collecting and composting more than seven tons of pumpkins and gourds during its inaugural year alone!

For other outdoor organic decorations, families can find an appropriate yard waste disposal facility. Please do not place pumpkins in your regular yard waste collection.

For additional information, collection locations, or questions about the program, contact the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District at (216) 443-3749 or email info@cuyahogarecycles.org.

Let's do our part to make this Halloween a little greener and continue building a more sustainable community. Go Bees!

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/15- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

10/22- End of the first Quarter

10/23- No School for students - Teacher inservice day

10/27- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

10/29- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

11/12- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Esports Tryout Info
2. Picture Day Info
3. Please Bring A Form Of Identification When Signing Your Child Out
4. Updated Attendance Laws
5. PSO No Fuss Fundraiser
6. Candy Collection For Trunk or Treat
7. We Have A Job For You
8. Important Dates
9. Lunch Menu

The 2026-2027 Esports season is approaching. Our program is accepting tryouts for 4th and 5th graders. Please view this link for more information. Contact Mr. Bihari with any questions.

Picture day is almost here!!!

Picture Day Is:
10/15 Grade 2 and 3

10/16 Grade 4 and 5

Your Picture Day Photo Date is: Tuesday, October 13, Thursday, October 15 & Friday, October 16

Your Online Access Key is: K7FG9LQJ

Your Online Ordering Link is: https://ripchostudio.orderphotos.online/ordering/with?key=K7FG9LQJ

Your Downloadable Flyer Link is: https://mcusercontent.com/e024a1f28188d15fa77d3a036/files/52c02e7b-4498-c7ed-2156-d66c242779e0/Brecksville_Broadview_Hts_ES_10_13_15_16_26.pdf

*If you are unable to click on the above link to open the online ordering site, copy and paste the link to the address bar located at the top of the page.

BBHES Parents/Guardians,

At BBHES, the safety and security of our students is our highest priority. To ensure our campus remains safe, we require a valid physical photo ID (such as a driver’s license or state ID) whenever you sign a student out or enter the building.

• For Student Sign-Out: When you arrive, our staff will verify the name on your ID against the authorized contacts listed in our school system. If you do not have your ID with you, our staff will ask you to retrieve it before your child can be signed out.

• For Volunteers & Visitors: If you plan to volunteer in our school or visit for an event, please remember to bring your photo ID with you to check in at the main office before entering.

While we understand this may occasionally cause a brief delay, these protocols are strictly enforced to safeguard every student in our care. We encourage you to keep your ID handy whenever you plan to visit.

Thank you for your partnership and cooperation in keeping our school community safe! If you have any questions or need to update your student's authorized contact list, please feel free to contact the main office.

As we continue through the 2026–2027 school year, we want to make families aware of important changes to Ohio’s attendance requirements and explain two terms you may hear throughout the year: Chronic Absenteeism and Habitual Truancy.

While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they are very different from one another. Most importantly, chronic absenteeism includes both excused and unexcused absences, while truancy is based specifically on unexcused absences.

Under Ohio law, ALL ABSENCES COUNT, toward Chronic Absenteeism collection. For awareness, attendance is calculated in hours and minutes, not simply days. As a result, repeated tardiness, early dismissals, appointments, and partial-day absences accumulate over the course of the school year.

A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 10% or more of the instructional time in the school year, regardless of the reason for the absence.

This means that time missed for both excused and unexcused reasons counts toward chronic absenteeism, including:

Student Illness

Medical, Dental, or Behavioral Health Appointments

Family Illness/Funerals

Religious Holidays

College Visits

Late Arrivals and Early Dismissals

Other Excused or Unexcused Absences

A student does not need to miss long stretches of school to become chronically absent. Missing approximately one to two days per month can result in a student reaching the chronic absenteeism threshold by the end of the year.

Why Attendance Matters

These changes from the state are designed to encourage schools and families to identify attendance concerns earlier rather than waiting until a significant amount of instructional time has already been lost.

At BBHES, our goal is not simply to send attendance letters or meet a state requirement. We want to work collaboratively with families to understand why a student may be missing school and, when appropriate, identify supports that can help.

We also recognize that students become ill, have medical appointments, experience family emergencies, and encounter circumstances that legitimately require them to miss school. An absence may absolutely be excused while still counting toward the state's chronic absenteeism calculation. That distinction is important for families to understand.

If you receive an attendance notification from BBHES, we encourage you to review your child's attendance record and contact the school if you have questions or believe there is an error. Our administrative and attendance teams are happy to work with you.

Candy collection bins/boxes for Trunk or Treat will be placed by the PSO room and near the bus door starting on September 28th. Please note that these bins will be emptied regularly for candy to go in.

10/8- Basketball Jones Assembly

10/9- No School - NEOEA Day

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/15- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

10/22- End of the first Quarter

10/23- No School for students - Teacher inservice day

10/27- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

10/29- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

11/12- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Esports Tryout Info
2. What's latest at BBH Intermediate?
3. PowerSchool and Grades
4. Classroom Party Volunteer Sign-up
5. Private Performance From The BBH High School Marching Band on October 9th.
6. Candy Collection For Trunk or Treat
7. Girl Scouts Sign-Ups
8. We Have A Job For You
9. Important Dates
10. Lunch Menu

The 2026-2027 Esports season is approaching. Our program is accepting tryouts for 4th and 5th graders. Please view this link for more information. Contact Mr. Bihari with any questions.

Our Third classes had a chance to go on a nature field trip thanks to the Metroparks. It is quite amazing what we have in our own backyard here at BBH.

There are also some pictures of our students from Mr. Sybo's class making a connection to the book Hatchet and the survival tool known as a paracord. It's amazing what that little bracelet has the capabilities to do. Thank you to our parent volunteers for helping and making this a success.

Just like any class, you will find some pictures of students doing some good old fashion learning. I am so proud of the students and staff, the bar is set high by the staff and the students really are doing some amazing learning.

The classroom party sign-ups for each grade are below. Reminder: Families may volunteer for only one party per classroom at this time including spouses/partners/family of Room Parents (any multiple sign-ups will be deleted). If there are any open spots remaining after the Halloween party on October 30th, you will be invited to sign up for an additional party. This process ensures that as many families as possible have the opportunity to participate.

Also, if you sign up for an alternate spot, that means you will be available to help even with a short or same day notice. The alternate may only attend the party if called upon by that classroom’s room parents.

Sign-up Links:

3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade

Be the envy of your friends and neighbors! One lucky BBHCSD resident will be chosen to receive a 20 minute performance by the BBHHS Marching Bees on Friday, Oct. 9th around 5:00pm. Raffle tickets will be $5 each. The winner will be announced after the football game on Friday October 2nd. The winner does not need to be present to win. The winner will receive a front door performance for friends, family and neighbors before the band departs for the away game on October 9th. All money raised will go toward the purchase and/or replacement of instruments for the Marching Bees.

Here are some videos and photos from the 2025-2026 performance:

Marching to the Home Fantasmic Part 3 Photos from the event

Here is the link to purchase raffle tickets for Band on Demand

Candy collection bins/boxes for Trunk or Treat will be placed by the PSO room and near the bus door starting on September 28th. Please note that these bins will be emptied regularly for candy to go in.

10/8- Basketball Jones Assembly

10/9- No School - NEOEA Day

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/15- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8 pm

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

10/22- End of the first Quarter

10/23- No School for students - Teacher inservice day

10/27- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

10/29- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

11/12- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8 pm

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Elementary Night
2. Toys, Fidgets, and other items from home
3. Spring Score Student Reports
4. Non-Food Items For Birthdays
5. PSO Room Parent Liaison Update
6. Never Give Up Attitude
7. We Have A Job For You
8. Important Dates
9. Lunch Menu

Individual Student Score Reports from the spring administration of Ohio State Tests (OST) were sent home with students on Friday, September 18th. If your child took an exam in 3rd or 4th grade last spring, a report outlining their performance is available for your review. Student raw scores can also be found in PowerSchool under Student Test Results.

The selected Room Parents have been contacted and are getting prepared for the school year.

If you were not selected, please do not be discouraged. We appreciate each and every one of you for wanting to make this year special for the students.

Watch for emails this coming week! These will include introductions, participating in the class roster, PSO membership and party information.

In the meantime, don't forget you can always sign up to be a Lunchroom Volunteer. 3rd-5th grades are always in need.

Thank you!

Sarah Pribble

2nd VP Volunteer Coordinator

volunteervp.bbhespso@gmail.com

10/8- Basketball Jones Assembly

10/9- No School - NEOEA Day

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/15- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8 pm

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

10/22- End of the first Quarter

10/27- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

10/29- 3rd Grade Parent Teacher Conferences

11/12- 4th and 5th Parent Teacher Conferences 5-8 pm

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Bee Your Best Beestro
2. Kids Are Doing Great
3. Elementary Tailgate
4. Attendance Laws
5. Help the High School Band...Cookies!
6. Support Volleyball
7. Important Dates
8. Lunch Menu

Below are our students that had lunch with the high schoolers because they were nominated by their teacher for being leaders in our school and modeling kindness! Congrats to these amazing kiddos and thank you high school students! This month we are focusing on responsibility.

In life, nothing is perfect, and it's easy to reflect on the things that don't always go the way we planned. However, the students and staff are doing amazing. Miss McCauley and I try to say good morning or good afternoon to every classroom, every day. That short hello says so much to us because when we pop in, the teachers are showcasing their talents and care for our students. In response, the students are listening, collaborating, trying, and staying engaged!

Again, good luck to all of our students participating in a game and/or activity this weekend! Special shout-out to the U12 Boys CAPS team, who won the Great Lakes Tournament last weekend at the Canton Hall of Fame!

Elementary Night Ticket Info:

Come cheer on the Bees as they take on the Kenston Bombers on Friday, September 18th at 7PM at BBHHS Stadium. Tickets are available online - One free student ticket per adult ticket purchased. Adult tickets are $10. Additional $5 student tickets are available for purchase. Your child's student ID is required to receive the free student ticket with adult ticket purchase. Free student tickets are only good on September 18th, 2026. THIS IS A PRE-SALE ONLY - ALL TICKETS ARE FULL PRICE AT THE GATE. All K-5 students must be accompanied by an adult at the game.

For questions or more information, visit beesathletics.com or call the High School Athletic Office at 440-740-4770. GO BEES!!!

Ohio’s attendance rules have changed, and families should know that both excused and unexcused absences now count toward chronic absenteeism. A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 10% or more of the required school hours, regardless of the reason for the absence. Regular attendance is important to help students stay engaged and successful in school and attending when not sick is important to the students overall ability to perform well academically, socially, and emotionally.

The BBHHS Volleyball Team is having its annual Dig Pink - Pink Bees Gear sale to support the Side Out Foundation.

9/18- Elementary Tailgate

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

Check out the Lunch Menu, you will find the price and snack for each day of the week. It is on the right side of the link below.

Breakfast

Lunch

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Elementary Tailgate!
2. Attendance Laws
3. Help the High School Band...Cookies!
4. Get this on your calendar
5. Soccer Youth Night
6. WIN Time
7. Final Forms vs. Dismissal Forms
8. Important Dates
9. Lunch Menu

Ohio’s attendance rules have changed, and families should know that both excused and unexcused absences now count toward chronic absenteeism. A student is considered chronically absent when they miss 10% or more of the required school hours, regardless of the reason for the absence. Regular attendance is important to help students stay engaged and successful in school and attending when not sick is important to the students overall ability to perform well academically, socially, and emotionally.

Get ready to twist, shout, and experience the ultimate musical crossover as A Hard Day’s Night, North America’s premier Beatles tribute band, joins forces with the powerhouse student talent of the BBHHS Chamber Orchestra for an extraordinary, one-night-only concert event on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the BBHHS Auditorium.

You'll hear your favorite Fab Four classics elevated by lush, live symphonic arrangements—spanning from early Beatlemania rock to the groundbreaking soundscapes of Sgt. Pepper and Abbey Road while supporting a fantastic cause, as 100% of ticket proceeds directly offset travel costs for the BBHHS Orchestra and Choir’s upcoming performance trip to New York City in March 2027. Grab your tickets today to enjoy an unforgettable evening of timeless hits, celebrate community, and help take these talented student musicians all the way to the Big Apple!

https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/bbhcsd/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzE4ODc=

Youth Night – September 8 at 7:00 PM vs. North Royalton

Come out and support the Brecksville-Broadview Heights Boys Varsity Soccer Team during Youth Night against rival North Royalton!

Kids wearing a BBHCSD Bees jersey or youth soccer jersey will receive free admission to cheer on the Bees. This is always one of the most fun and exciting games of the season.

At halftime, we will hold a special Goal Kicking Contest. Three raffle winners will get the opportunity to step onto the field and try to kick the winning goal.

The contest winner will receive a game-played, Ohio High School Athletic Association soccer ball. The other two participants will also receive mini-soccer balls.

Raffle tickets are $5 for one, $10 for three, or $20 for ten. All raffle proceeds will help purchase equipment for the Boys Soccer program.

Join us September 8 at 7:00 PM, wear your Bees gear, and come support the boys against North Royalton!

Like last year, our students may work with different teacher throughout the year! The purpose is to provide extra academic support tailored to exactly what your child needs right now, whether that’s extra practice on a tricky concept or a little bit of a challenge to help them grow. These short blocks of time are a great way for us to give our students targeted academic support, and we are really excited to see how much they progress here at BBHES.

The dismissal forms filled out in classrooms during Meet the Teacher are for emergency purposes only (e.g., evacuation or loss of power).

Please ensure all individuals authorized to pick up your child are listed in FinalForms under Emergency Contacts. If you experience any issues with FinalForms, please contact your grade-level secretary:

Melody Davies

Daviesm@bbhcsd.org

Primary ( K-2)

Maria Camperchioli

Camperchiolim@bbhcsd.org

Intermediate (3-5)

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Reminder For Walkers
2. Character Strong
3. PSO Room Parent and Tailgate Info
4. 2026 Lady Bees Basketball Sunday Night Hoops: Grades 3-8
5. Important Dates
6. Lunch Menu

• 15-Minute Parking: Please keep these spots clear for our Preschool families.
• Car Rider Line: If you are driving to pick up your walker, please join the car rider line instead. It moves quickly and wraps up around 3:45 PM.
• Dismissal Time: Walkers are released at 3:45 PM. Please be prepared to come to the door to meet your child.

Our Character Strong program guides students toward making positive choices by centering each month around an essential core value, including kindness, responsibility, perseverance, and honesty. Throughout the school year, we actively look for students who embody these monthly focus areas and celebrate them whenever they step up to do the right thing. By recognizing everyday acts of courage, empathy, and cooperation, we foster an encouraging school community where good character becomes a lifelong habit.

We started off with Kindness, next week we will emphasize responsibility.

8/31- Start Of Snacks For Sale During Lunch

9/1- 5th GRADE ORCHESTRA INFORMATIONAL MEETING, 6:30PM ~ 8:30PM in the BBHES media center. (Whenever your child finishes instrument trial and sizing).

9/7- Labor Day, No School

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. A few important Reminder
2. iReady Inform Benchmark Assessments
3. Expectation Meetings Slide
4. PSO Room Parent and Tailgate Info
5. BBHSGO, Let's Get Ohio Dollars Through Our School Doors
6. Coffee House Visits
7. 2026 Lady Bees Basketball Sunday Night Hoops: Grades 3-8
8. First Week Pictures :)
9. Important Dates
10. Lunch Menu

• Families, you did great. Just another friendly reminder for the safety of all of our staff, students and families, please utilize the drop off loop for arrival. Parents should remain in the car.
• When sending in money for your child's lunch account, please label it clearly with your child's first and last name in the memo line. Beekeeper families must park in the lot and enter the building to sign in their child. There is absolutely no parking in the front loop at any time.
• Please bring your driver's license when volunteering in the building or picking up a child. We will not release a child to any adult without the proper identification. Volunteers will not be admitted in the building without a valid driver's license or state ID.
• Please be sure that your PikMyKid Default is set. Families will no longer be able to change the default mode after Monday. Any changes to dismissal modes must be done through the calendar on the app. If your default must change during the year, please notify Mrs. Davies, our school secretary. Remember the default mode is the mode your child will use most frequently during the week (bus, car line, after school beekeepers, walker, etc)

This week and next, students will be taking their iReady Inform Benchmark Assessments, with the exception of 3rd Grade Reading. These are assessments that provide data to help better support and enrich the students. We will prompt students to take their time, and try your best.

The tests will be administered for the following grade levels.

• Grade 3
• Reading is September 21-30
• Math is Monday, August 24.
• Grade 4
• Reading is Monday, August 24.
• Math is after Reading, these can begin as early as Thursday, August 27.
• Grade 5
• Reading is Wednesday, August 26
• Math will be the week of August 31st.

The students at BBH Elementary are an extraordinary group of individuals. This does not happen by accident, it starts at home. Starting from Kindergarten all the way to 5th grade, we strive to have students make good choices, be kind to one another, and try their very best. The slide Miss McCauley and I shared with students reiterated these values. Please feel free to give it a look if you want to see what we discussed with your child.

8/26- Band Informational Night 7pm

8/27- 5th Grade Curriculum Night 5:30pm

8/31- Start Of Snacks For Sale During Lunch

9/7- Labor Day, No School

10/15- Picture Day Grades 2-3

10/16- Picture Day Grades 4-5

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Important Reminders
2. Cell Phones and Smartwatches
3. PSO Back to School Party

• For the safety of all of our staff, students and families, please utilize the drop off loop for arrival. Parents should remain in the car.
• Please be sure to update your PikMyKid app to reflect your child's dismissal plan for the first day of school. All students were defaulted to bus, so it is important for parents to make the necessary changes in the app if your child will not be riding the bus home.
• Please do not drop your child off prior to 8:45 am. All cars will line up in the front loop of the school. Staff will be outside to assist so parents should not exit vehicles. All students must exit on the curbside of the car.
• When sending in money for your child's lunch account, please label it clearly with your child's first and last name in the memo line.Beekeeper families must park in the lot and enter the building to sign in their child. There is absolutely no parking in the front loop at any time.
• Please bring your driver's license when volunteering in the building or picking up a child. We will not release a child to any adult without the proper identification. Volunteers will not be admitted in the building without a valid driver's license or state ID.
• Please label all lunchboxes, water bottles, and coats so they can be returned to your child if found.
• Please review the traffic flow map for arrival and dismissal.

Phones and Smartwatches are not permitted to be used throughout the day for texting/phone calls. This also includes field trips. These should be stored in your child's backpack or kept at home.

If a cell phone, smartwatch, or other device needs to be addressed for any reason we will utilize this protocol:

1st: Time is a warning by staff and student will put it away in their locker.

2nd: The device will be taken and given back at the end of the day. Parents will be notified.

3rd: The device will be taken and parents will have to come and pick it up after school.

This Week's Edition has the following:

1. Grades 3 and 4 Meet and Greet Nights
2. 5th Grade Curriculum Nights
3. BBHSGO
4. Food Service Back To School Information, Click Below For More Info
5. PSO INFO...Please Join
6. Medication Drop Off Dates and Time
7. Additional School Supply Drop Off Tuesday, 8/18
8. Safe Arrival Info For Next Year
9. PikMyKid App...Arrival and Dismissal
10. Transportation and Bus Info
11. Link to New Family Orientation
12. School Fees
13. First Day of School Signs
14. Important Dates
15. Breakfast and Lunch Menu

Grade 3 Meet and Greet is 5:00pm on Monday, 8/17.

Grade 4 Meet and Greet is 4:00pm on Monday, 8/17.

Students, accompanied by a parent, are invited to come to school, meet their teacher, drop off medications in the clinic, pay school fees and drop off supplies in the classroom.

The playground lot in the back of the building will be open. Please use the playground for additional parking.

This is something we tried last year, and it worked really well. Grade 5 Meet and Greet is going to be a Curriculum Night on Thursday, 8/27 beginning at 5:30pm. The purpose of the 5th Grade Curriculum Night for families is so parents can meet all of their child's 5th grade science, math, and ELA/SS teachers. Most students preferred bringing their supplies on the first day of school. If we need arrange a time for an early drop off, we will offer a day and time.

You will be able to drop your child's school supplies off, either 8/17 or 8/18 from 4pm to 6pm.

Please read the information below to learn more. They will be here on Monday from 4-6pm.

Registration is open for the 2026–2027 BBHES Parent School Organization (PSO)!

The PSO brings families, staff, and the school together to support student learning and a strong school community. Membership dues help fund family events, student enrichment opportunities, and classroom resources for teachers and staff.

All families and staff are encouraged to join or renew their PSO membership for the new school year. To sign up, please use the online registration link or visit the PSO Membership table at the upcoming New Family Orientation and Meet & Greet events.

2026-2027 Medication Drop Off Dates and Times

If your student requires medication during school hours, ONLY BBHCSD clinic staff will be authorized to receive student medications and over-the-counter medicines. Please note that building secretaries and administrators will not accept any medication drop-offs without BBHCSD clinic staff present for any reason. This district protocols verifies the proper collection and receipt of prescriptions or medications, ensuring student well-being and adherence to any medicine distribution guidelines required by healthcare professionals.

If a student needs to take medication during the school day, all required medical forms must be properly completed and submitted in advance. These forms are available under the Health Services section of the District website:

https://www.bbhcsd.org/departments/pupil-services/health-services

Clinic staff will be available to accept medication on the following dates and times for BBH Intermediate Families.

• Elementary (Intermediate) School, Grades 3–5: August 17, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  
  

If you are unable to attend during these times, medications can be brought to the clinic staff on any school day during regular building hours.

Safe Arrivals Attendance System:

BBHES will be using SafeArrival, an attendance system designed to streamline absence reporting. It will allow for parents to report absences via an app, website, or phone number and will notify parents when their student is marked absent. Notifications will be sent via email, text message, and a follow-up phone call if the absence has not been reported after the initial messages.

Please be patient as we roll this new system out. If you notice an unexcused absence please notify Heather Rakestraw at 440-740-4109 on the next school day. I may take an overnight sync to update the error.

Resources:

Safe Arrival Parent Letter and Directions

SchoolMessenger App Tutorial

• All PikMyKid accounts have been defaulted to "Bus". All families must download the app and make the necessary change in PikMyKid for car pick-up, afterschool beekeepers, walkers, or afterschool clubs. Please default your account to the dismissal mode your child will use on a regular basis. Daily and reoccurring changes can be made by clicking on the dates needed for a change within the app. If you do not change your child's dismissal mode prior to the first day of school, your child will ride the bus home on that day. For more information on downloading Pikmykid, please reference the information below.
  
• Any changes in dismissal modes must be changed in your Pikmykid account no later than 2:30 pm. If you need assistance with this process, please email or call Mrs. Maria Camperchioli.
• Display all car tags so they can be easily seen by our dismissal team. All families were provided a tag during the Meet and Greets. Please keep them in your cars even if car pick-up is not your primary mode. We use these tags in the event of an emergency as well.
• Please be sure to obey ALL traffic signs in the parking lot. I frequently witness cars entering the lot where signs are clearly posted as an exit only. Thank you for your help in keeping everyone safe.
  
• If you need to pick up your child early, please make sure to park, come in, and sign out your child prior to 2:45 pm. No early dismissals after this time. We will not release a child to an adult without the proper identification, so please bring your driver's license.
• All walkers and bikes will be picked up on the sidewalk near the preschool. A staff member will cross the students and meet families on the north side of the property. Parents are not permitted to pick up walkers/bikers at the building/doors.

BBHES will continue to use the PikMyKid dismissal application this school year just like last year. The student information should still be populated in the program. All families will get a car tag which can be picked up at the Meet and Greets, or 5th Grade Supply Drop Off Nights.

If you are not familiar with the app, please download it and review the information below.

PikMyKid is a dismissal software that is intended to simplify dismissal, reduce traffic congestion, and most importantly, improve overall safety.

To Learn a little more on your own, please check out the following link that will show you a few of the PikMyKid features. https://www.pikmykid.com/features/for-parents/

All families will need to download the application and complete the registration process if not already done.

Below are a few resources to assist with the process.

• Parent App User Guide_English_2021 (2).pdf

• Parent Registration Video

• Parent App User Guide Video

Transportation and Bus Lists

Use the following link for information about bus transportation including bus routes and "Here Comes the Bus" app. All routes should be updated by 8/08/25. Click here for the website.

Important Bus Information

As we prepare for the start of a new school year, we want to thank you in advance for your patience and understanding in the first few days and weeks of school as bus drivers begin to navigate new bus routes and new bus riders learn procedures to help ensure safe and timely pick-ups and drop-offs each day. Initial delays in pick-up times may occur, but rest assured, if your bus is running a bit behind during this initial learning phase for riders, transportation is coming.

Here are a few reminders of actions that can be taken to keep our students, drivers, and the community at large as safe as possible during transport.

• Be at the bus stop five minutes prior to stop time.
• Always know your place of safety. This will be assigned by your driver.
  
• Be aware of the “Danger Zone” – remember to stay 10 feet away from the bus to help ensure that the driver can see you. Never walk behind the bus.
  
• Use handrails when entering and exiting the school bus. Enter and exit in a single-file line.
  
• Always keep aisles clear by keeping backpacks and other personal items on laps.
  
• Students must stay in their seats, facing forward. Do not cause any distractions for the drivers.
  
• Stop, look left and right, and listen when crossing the street. Please wait for the driver to signal that it is safe to cross.
  
• To ensure safety at railroad crossings, always remain quiet until the bus has crossed the railroad tracks and the driver says it is okay to resume talking.
  
• Know where all emergency exits are and, in the case of an emergency, be sure to listen to drivers for any instructions.

Motorists : Please Follow All Traffic Laws Regarding Buses

According to the most recent one-day survey, school buses are illegally passed over 225,000 times every day in America. The National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS) reports that more than 114,000 school bus drivers in 36 states witnessed more than 67,000 vehicles illegally passing their buses. When scaled nationally, it equates to a staggering 39.3 million dangerous violations each school year. In Ohio, more than 1,400 drivers reported 462 left-side illegal passes and 17 on the right side; scaling the numbers annually equates to over 4,500 on the left side and 170 on the right.

School bus traffic laws are in effect for the safety of children or other passengers entering or leaving a school bus. Children often will be crossing the street at the bus stop, so these laws are extremely important for their safety.

Please remember to pay your student’s annual school fees of $85. Payments can be made in person during Meet the Teacher Night or conveniently online through PaySchools Central.

Please note that outstanding school fees may prevent your child from participating in field trips during this school year.

For district-specific payment instructions and account setup guides, you can also visit the Brecksville-Broadview Heights City Schools PaySchools Page.

BBHCSD families are encouraged to celebrate their student’s first day of school by sharing photos of their student with a First Day of School Sign on social media. Families can visit the district website to download and print a First Day of School Sign for their student’s grade level. Throughout your student's first day of school for the 2025-2026 School Year, feel encouraged to take a moment to snap a picture with their First Day of School Sign and share it on your favorite social media platform, being sure to tag the District, which can be found on Facebook and X, @bbhcsd, and Instagram, @bbhschools

8/17- 4pm Meet and Greet Night 4th Grade

8/17- 5pm Meet and Greet Night 3rd Grade

8/19- First Day of School Grade 1-5

8/21- PSO Welcome Back Party

8/26- Band Informational Night 7pm

8/27- 5th Grade Curriculum Night 5:30pm

8/31- Start Of Snacks For Sale During Lunch