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We recognize the concerns our community has regarding dismissal procedures, car rider traffic, and parking. Please know that we are actively working to address these challenges. We have been in communication with district leaders and county resources to explore potential solutions and improve traffic flow around our school.

In addition, our School Resource Officer has requested a traffic study to help us better understand the current situation and identify possible improvements. We are committed to working collaboratively with our partners to find safe and effective solutions.

We have also received reports of families crossing the street and vehicles stopping or parking along the roadway. For the safety of everyone, we kindly ask that you avoid parking in the road whenever possible and exercise extreme caution if you need to cross the street. Student and family safety remains our highest priority, and we appreciate your patience, cooperation, and support as we work through these concerns together.

Warmest regards,
Mrs. Beckwith, Principal

• Please sign and return the Student Code of Conduct Acknowledgment Form to your child's teacher. Thank you for your prompt attention to this important requirement.

• Please complete the Annual Student Update to ensure the school has the most up to date information for your family. Directions are attached below.

9/14-17- Book fair

9/16- 2 hr. Early Dismissal: Professional learning for staff

9/22- School Picture Day

9/29- Spirit Night at MOD Pizza

10/1- 2 hr. Early Dismissal: Teacher work time

10/2- Schools closed for students and 10/11-month staff

10/8- PTO Meeting

10/12- 2hr. Early Dismissal: Parent Conferences

10/15- PTO Harvest Fest

10/16- Schools closed for students: Professional learning for staff

10/29- End of the 1st marking period

10/30- 2 hr. early dismissal- teacher work time

Calvert County Youth Day Schedule

Important Points for Families (3rd week in the Bulletin)

✅ Late Arrival

• Any student arriving after the start of the school day must be signed in by an adult in the front office.
• Students arriving after the school day begins will be marked tardy.
• To sign in a late student, use the kiosk in the lobby and select "Student." You may enter your child's 5-digit student ID number (lunch number) or search by name.

✅ Early Dismissal

• Students leaving before the end of the school day must be signed out by a parent, guardian, or authorized adult.
• A driver's license is required for all early pickups. Please bring your ID every time.
• Use the kiosk to scan your driver's license and select "Picking Up a Student." Office staff are available to assist if needed.
• The cutoff time for early pickup is 3:30 p.m. After 3:30 p.m., students will be dismissed through regular car rider procedures.

✅ Transportation Changes

• There are no longer "surprise" car riders.
• If your child will be picked up at early or dismissal and is not an everyday car rider, please:
  • Email BAESAttendance@calvertnet.k12.md.us and your child's teacher before 3:30 p.m.
• Include the name of the person picking up your child.
• If the school does not receive notification before bus dismissal begins, your child will be sent home on their regular bus.

✅ Who Can Pick Up a Student?

• Students may only be released to a parent or legal guardian listed on the Emergency Information Card.
• If someone other than a parent or guardian will pick up your child, a written note must be sent to school giving permission for that specific day.
• The school will verify the authorization and check the adult's photo ID before releasing the student.
• Emergency contacts listed on the Emergency Information Card are authorized for emergency situations only unless specific written permission has been provided.

Please Remember

📌 Bring a driver's license for all student pickups.
📌 Notify the school in advance of any transportation changes.
📌 Send written permission if someone other than a parent or guardian will be picking up your child.
📌 Early pickup ends at 3:30 p.m.

Thank you for helping us keep all students safe! 🐾

It has been a busy week around Barstow this week! We hope everyone is settling in and ready for all the upcoming events we have planned. Here is an update on the Popsicle Party class numbers.

Bradford (3)

Brinkerhoff (4)

Bronson (4)

Buttner (3)

Coffman (9)

Conner (2)

Evans (2)

Gray (3)

Groom (2)

Hanley (2)

Hargis (4)

Hogan (2)

Huffman (4)

Jones, W (3rd) (5)

Mason (7)

McNeal (5)

Minichino (3)

Moore (2)

Ms. Westman (2)

Muffley (3)

Mulvey (4)

Ramierz (4)

Short (5)

Strain (6)

Valge (2)

Wells (4)

Wojcieszek (1)

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We also are so excited for the Bookfair coming this week!

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