The School Committee is holding a Workshop Session this Thursday, June 17 at 6:30pm with District Administrators to discuss our end-of-year strategic goals and lessons learned during COVID. We will be piloting a hybrid model for this meeting. School Committee members and District Administration and staff will be meeting in person, while members of the public are welcome to join via Zoom. There will be various opportunities to engage in dialogue and provide public comment at this meeting as well. To join the meeting, simply click on the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1329437/June_17__2021_SC_Agenda-.pdf
This is a reminder that this Saturday, June 12, 2021 starting at 9:00 AM, at the Barrington Middle School cafeteria, the Barrington Fire Department will be supervising the administration of the Pfizer vaccine.
This is for all 12 – 15 year-olds, 16 years-old and up and immediate family members who received a Pfizer vaccine on Saturday May 22, 2021
Parents must accompany their child if they are 15 and below to receive a vaccination.
If you have received a second dose at another location, please cancel your appointment.
It takes approximately two weeks after the final vaccination to develop immunity against COVID-19.
Thursday, May 20th at 12 noon is the last opportunity to register for the Barrington COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic at Barrington Middle School for Saturday morning, May 22, 2021.
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/460188?org=barrington-schools
School Committee Briefs 5/6/21
https://bit.ly/3ye2CQj
Immediate Help Wanted. Barrington Middle & High School are ready to return to full in-person learning 4/26. We need lunch monitors to help us achieve this goal. As an employee, you would be eligible to receive RI COVID vaccination. https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3490394
Gov. Raimondo & RI Commerce announced recipients $3 million grants to help Take It Outside to encourage & increase outdoor use & reduce the transmission rate of COVID-19 @BPS_RI was awarded, $55,000 & Town of Barrington was awarded $30,000 https://www.ri.gov/press/view/...
Barrington Public Schools is experiencing a shortage of PreK-12 substitute teachers. Subs must have an associates degree or higher & a Background Check. Daily rate is $90.00. If interested contact Nancy Gladney, gladneyn@barringtonschools.org Please spread the word.
Barrington Public Schools is experiencing a shortage of elementary recess&lunch monitors. Monitors must have a background check. 180 day position $11.50/hr. For full or part time work. contact Nancy Gladney, gladneyn@barringtonschools.org. Please spread the word.
Barrington Public Schools is experiencing a shortage of PreK-12 substitute teachers. Subs must have an associates degree or higher & a Background Check. Daily rate is $90.00. If interested contact Nancy Gladney, gladneyn@barringtonschools.org Please spread the word.
BPS Important Updates and Just One Thing for Familes Updated at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools for August 11, 2020
Barrington Public Schools' Update for 8/4/2020 has been emailed to families and staff and is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools
BPS updated its FAQs and has placed the draft copy of our draft re-entry plan on our District re-entry page awaiting RIDE review. These documents include our most up to date protocols and revisions. https://www.barringtonschools.org/o/barrington-schools/page/reentry-2020-2021
Please see our update about the FY 2020-21 Proposed Budget.
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/271603?org=barrington-schools
Please see our update about the family focus group for re-entry on July 13th at 6 PM https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools
Summer learning through Roger Williams University https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools and on the summer learning page.https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vbrGWBbWmUw6HEcFkssaZqKjcYD4Yv4eS00udc9jdC4/edit?usp=sharing
An important BPS update on re-entry feedback for 6/23/2020 https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools
BPS Update and Re-entry Information available for 6/19/2020 at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools
Update available on tonight's (6/15/2020) Special Event for the Class of 2020 from the United Theater available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The Barrington Public Schools Update is Available for 6/11/2020 at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/259659?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Update is available for 6/10/2020 at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Graduation Car Parade for the Class of 2020!
Graduation Car Parade for the Class of 2020!
The Update for 5/29/2020 is available https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Happy Memorial Day to all of our Veterans from the talented @bhs_ri choral students https://youtu.be/HgauwQiJa4E
The BPS Daily Update for 5/18/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Special Events for The Graduating Class of 2020 May 15 & 16: Facebook & Instagram May 15th, Celebration with Oprah #graduation2020: May 16. XQ Event with President Obama - https://graduatetogether2020.com/
The Livestream Event for the Video Ceremony for the BHS Class of 2020 will be June 7th at 2 PM. See corrected letter. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YVe4fZGcF9BokFDWdk7mTmf6h8ADIgYrpnIG5f7mcq0/edit?usp=sharing
A BPS Special Daily Update Regarding Graduation is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools.
A special daily update for 5/13/2020 regarding graduation 2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 5/11/2020 is available at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 5/5/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 5/4/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from your Admin Team! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qmEeZlPSOVPpa8P3Qkpv8wzikQTTBbFfYGTw94H3_xc/present?usp=sharing #bpsriTeachersExcel!
The BPS Daily Update for 5/1/2020 is now available at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily update for 4/24/2020 is available at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
@BHS_RI Students, Mark Sapolsky and Will Burbine, recognized on WLNE ABC6 for their message of hope https://cdn.field59.com/WLNE/1587671964-585773db47086f23b75254f50076e247c93db384_fl9-720p.mp4
The BPS Daily Update is available for 4/23/2020 at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 4/21/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 4/16/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
April 15 at 6:30 PM Free Virtual Showing of “Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER” The Kent&South County Prevention Coalitions partnered to offer a free virtual viewing Uncovering Skills for Stress Resilience. To RSVP go to https://www.bigmarker.com/screenagers-starhouse/SCREENAGERS-NC-RISAS
The Rhode Island Department of Education and Pure Edge are offering a series of Health and Wellness Opportunities for Families. To Learn More click https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WuMcOT_NoQexx-ZkYObaLg4qW5J1fPCe/view?usp=sharing
The BPS Update is available for 4.8.2020 at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update is available for 4/3/2020 at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for April 1, 2020 is available at
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 3/30/2020 is available for at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Please see the below message from the Barrington Police Department.
The BPS Daily Update for 3/26/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 3/25/2020 is now available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
We're back up and running. Cox is continuing to upgrade our system. You may experience some spotty connections. Students, if this happens, don't worry. When able log into Classroom & communicate with your teacher. Teachers will do the same if they experience connectivity issues.
Families, students, & staff, Cox is experiencing connectivity issues & is working to correct the issue. Please use this time as a movement & wellness break or as an opportunity to read. We'll send a message when we're back online. Assignments are in Classroom if you can connect.
The BPS Daily Update is available for 3/24/2020 at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update for 3/23/2020 is avaiable https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Today's BPS Daily Update for 3/20/2020 is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Today's BPS Daily Update is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Important Daily Update Posted - Includes information regarding Distance Learning and Family Supports
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
The BPS Daily Update is available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Daily District COVID-19 Update Available
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Daily District COVID-19 Update Available at https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Families, are you looking for interactive activities for you and your children? What about a virtual trip to some of the most amazing places in the world? Check out https://www.commonsense.org/education/top-picks/virtual-field-trip-apps-and-websites or Google Virtual Field Trips
Important and Time Senstive Covid-19 Message. Please read https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Updated XQ-RI Press Release Updated.
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/204885?org=barrington-schools
The Rhode Island Department of Education is requiring a virtual learning plan from every District in Rhode Island in the event of emergency school closures. The District is currently working on a digital learning plan that we can implement. A key piece of information needed for this implementation is the type of access our students, especially K-5, have access to outside of school. Surveys were sent out this afternoon.
Families with students grades 6-12 that do not have access to WiFi outside of school should contact David Burrows, Director of Technology at burrowsd@barringtonschools.org so we can assess our district's limitations for planning purposes.
After consulting w/ guidelines provided by the State concerning best practices around preventing the spread of COVID-19, we are postponing BMS Art's Alive play for Sat 3/14. Updates on dedicated page: https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Updates provided to School Districts today from Dr. Scott of RIDOH and the Rhode Island Department of Education posted on the Barrington Public Schools' Website 3/11/20. https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
March 11, 2020 1:00 PM
Dear Families,
After consulting with the most recent guidelines provided by the State concerning best practices around preventing the spread of COVID-19, we are postponing tonight's Girls' Puberty Night at Hampden Meadows, PTO Bingo night at Sowams, and Art's Night at Primrose. This evening, Barrington Public Schools will engage in a statewide conference call updating us on the best practices for PK-12 Schools in Rhode Island. After the conference call, we will send out a more formal communication about events occurring throughout our District over the next few weeks. If Barrington receives additional information during the conference call, we will share that with you as well on our dedicated page: https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Sincerely,
Michael Messore, III
Superintendent Barrington Public Schools
Covid-19 update courtesy of the Providence Journal Bulletin https://www.providencejournal.com/news/20200309/raimondo-declares-state-of-emergency-in-ri-over-coronavirus?template=ampart&__twitter_impression=true
The next Girls' Basketball game, the Division Semi-Final, will now be at 3PM on March 8th against South Kingstown at Rhode Island College.
Governor Raimondo and Rhode Island Department of Health to hold a press conference at 10:30 am on Thursday, March 5, 2020. Covid-19. https://turnto10.com/news/local/ridoh-raimondo-to-provide-coronavirus-update
BPS COVID-19 Ongoing Update. https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/198359?org=barrington-schools
Barrington High School Career and Technical Ed. (CTE) can accept students from districts/centers that don't offer the same CTE programs. https://go.aws/3abnHOl
For 2020-2021, BHS has 6 open seats. Students entering 9 or 10 may apply. Go to Application http://bit.ly/2Tpdebv
Substitutes welcome to apply. Did you know that Barrington Public Schools increased ay to day substitute rate from $70 per day to $90 per day? Qualified individuals with a Bachelor's Degree or RI Teacher Certification are invited to complete an application http://bit.ly/2OKZO7R
Final stats of Model Legislature, 2020.
1. Out of almost 100 bills submitted, 6 were passed into Model Legislature Law. 2 out of those 6 were bills sponsored by Barrington students, Sudiksha Mallik and Elizabeth Wang.
2. JunCheng Quan received the "Advisor's Award" that is given to 7 students who demonstrate a passion, knowledge, and commitment to others during the Model Legislature year. Juncheng was nominated by two RI Model Legislature advisors.
3. Sudiksha Mallik's Model Legislature bill (lowering the voting age in primary elections to citizens who will turn 18 by the date of the general election), is now being sponsored by Representative Cassar and supported by Representative Knight in the RI House of Representatives. Sudiksha will be on the floor of the House next week to begin lobbying for the passage of her bill!
BHS Hosts Statewide Career and Technical Education Meeting and is well represented by students Brenna Hadad and Matthew Bowman. For the Full Story by Ari Dulchinos read https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iTtmFu5ZBtnsdcjvg4_FzUCJRuu4z_JdQdFIPqHKq98/edit?usp=sharing
BHS Students and their Advisor, Alison Grieco, participate in the 73rd Annual RI Model Legislature. Story and Images courtesy of The Providence Journal https://www.providencejournal.com/photogallery/PJ/20200208/PHOTOGALLERY/208009999/PH/1
Barrington High School 2020 Scholastic Art Awards have been revealed. View presentation to see the outstanding talent of of BHS students! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kmyoUo6qoHhRRaNibNMM4WwXHWv42UfVMhcY5jnBHAs/edit?usp=sharing #BHSEagles
Due to updated travel conditions, Barrington Schools are closed today.
All schools are delayed two hours today and no AM preschool.
Barrington Public Schools delayed 2 hours today. No AM Preschool.
Parents & students, especially those at BHS & BMS, are invited to a very informative meeting on how XQ will help us achieve the BHS Vision of a Graduate on Wednesday, December 4th at 7:00PM in the BHS Library https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wi1A8brRPf5WG6uYP7WpxwEXMH7RqoVt/view
Barrington Public Schools is looking for Crossing Guards to add to our staff of dedicated and caring professionals. If interested, contact Human Resources at 401-245-5000 or email fiored@barringtonschools.org
Revision - BHS Weather Update - The power is back on, the operations of the school are all working with the exception of the phones. Continue to contact Principal Hurley at hurleyj@barringtonschools.org if you need to reach the school. Lunch blocks will run as usual.
BHS Weather Update - Power is back on at the high school. All areas and functions of the school are in operation. Students will be provided lunch during their lunch blocks.
K-5 Weather Update - Power has been restored to Sowams and Hampden Meadows Schools. Students and teachers are engaged in all daily activities and lunch will be provided at the normally scheduled time.
Revised - BHS Weather Update - BHS is in session and the students and teachers are engaged in their daily activities. The phone lines are down, however. Mr. Hurley is able to receive emails at hurleyj@barringtonschools.org if you need to contact the school.
BHS Weather Update - BHS is in session and the students and teachers are engaged in their daily activities. The phone lines are down, however. We are able to receive email. Please email the secretary, teacher, or principal if you need to contact the school.
Weather Update - Power will be restored to Sowams and Hampden Meadows Schools within the hour. Please be assured that the students and staff are following their daily routines. We will provide an update when the power is fully restored.
@bps_ri has updated the School Resource Officer page on the district web site. https://www.barringtonschools.org/o/barrington-schools/page/school-resource-officer--9
Interested in working for @bps_ri? We are hiring a long term special education substitute and a special education intern. Interns receive a benefits package. Both positions required Rhode Island Special Education Certification. Contact matthesk@barringtonschools.org 401-245-5000
Congratulations, Barbara Hughes! The @bhs_ri music teacher was recognized as Barrington’s Teacher of the Year.
Congratulations! The @bhs_ri music teacher was honored as Barrington’s Teacher of the Year at Waterfire tonight.
Congratulations to Melanie Roy! The @bms_ri library media specialist was honored as the Rhode Island Library Media Teacher of the Year!
Crossing Guard Wanted! Interested in working for the @bps_ri schools? We are looking for a crossing guard. The position entails approximately 10 hours per week at $15.45 and hour. Contact the Human Resources Director, Doug Fiore at 401-245-5000 or fiored@barringtonschools.org
Did you know that Barrington High School, @bhs_ri, is in the process of engaging in high school redesign with @XQamerica? Read more about it here http://bit.ly/2mjDTcC and learn more about it here https://youtu.be/_GLEFuTTOz0 Share your ideas w/Principal Hurley & the Design Team!
BARRINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS EEE UPDATE
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/135538?org=barrington-schools
Cox is having issues w/ RI phone line since 10:40 AM EST 9/3 in zip code areas 02901 to 02940. You may experience difficulty if attempting to call the schools https://istheservicedown.com/problems/cox-communications/5224151-providence-providence-county-rhode-island-united-states
Barrington students, parents, teachers, and staff were greeted by a beautiful day to begin the new school year. Welcome Back @bps_ri
Barrington Police: We will have a handful of officers assisting with traffic at the new middle school tomorrow. Please stay patient and be prepared for possible traffic delays as we assist all motorists with the new school traffic pattern.
@PawSox posted "We can’t wait to honor the Barrington Little Leaguers tomorrow (8.31.19)! Half the proceeds of every ticket sold through this link will go directly back to Barrington Little League, so help us spread the word!" 🎟 https://bit.ly/2ZoQQoa
@RI_Barrington @bps_ri
The Town of Barrington is excited to invite you to the Ribbon Cutting and Dedication of Coach Murgo Lane.
Friday, September 6, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the entrance to Palmer Pointe between 97 and 93 Sowams Road, Barrington.
Click to watch the @bms_ri 18 Months of Construction and Demolition from start to finish in under 60 Seconds! https://www.barringtonschools.org/o/barrington-schools/page/bms-construction-time-lapse-video
@bps_ri thanks all community members, educators, administrators, and dignitaries who made the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for @BMS_RI a success! Although too many to name individually, you helped bring our vision for a future-forward school grounded in #deeplearning a reality.
Opportunities to tour New Barrington Middle School: Community Tour Sat, 8/24 9am-12pm, Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Tour Mon, 8/26, 2019 9am-10am. Community Tour, Mon, 8/26, 2019,5pm-8pm. Learn More: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S0REJAKJCQ_LKLfDjDLDr58YMvExrlJN/view?usp=sharing
Opportunities to tour the New Barrington Middle School: Sat., Aug. 24, 2019: Community Tour from 9 am to 12 pm. Mon., Aug.26, 2019: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & a tour of the new building from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Mon., Aug. 26, 2019: Community Tour 5 pm to 8 pm
FINAL from Lamade Stadium: Barrington defeats Bowling Green, Kentucky (Great Lakes), 6-1. The Rhode Islanders will play again Monday at 3:00. Congrats!!
Highlights/postgame reaction from the win at the Little League World Series coming up on @ABC6 News at 6! #LLWS @RI_Barrington @bps_ri Courtesy of @ncoitabc6
Barrington Little League Moves to World Series!!! https://www.wpri.com/news/barrington-little-league-wins-new-england-regional-now-heads-to-little-league-world-series-in-williamsport-pa/
Demolition has begun at Barrington Middle School! Watch it live by clicking here: https://www.senserasystems.com/public/project/BarringtonMS
Please see posting on SchoolSpring for school psychologist at our new middle school.
https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=3148152
Opportunities to tour the New Barrington Middle School:
Sat., Aug. 24, 2019: Community Tour from 9 am to 12 pm. Mon., Aug.26, 2019: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & a tour of the new building from 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Mon., Aug. 26, 2019: Community Tour 5 pm to 8 pm
Please see a link to this week's BMS Building Project Blog: Week of July 28, 2019.
https://www.barringtonschools.org/article/122347?org=middle-school
Have a great week!
We are excited to announce Barrington Public Schools’ new mobile app! Access sports' schedules, menus, news updates, and emergency notifications! See Demonstration Video: http://bit.ly/2KboVxV
Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2Q5HwOn
iPhone: https://apple.co/2Q8nC5c.
@bhs_ri Teachers and Administrators attended the High School Redesign Accelerator in Denver, Colorado re-imagining #deeplearning in school aligned to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.
Thank you volunteers! Today, volunteer coordinator, Anita Dimatteo, provided a wonderful breakfast to express our gratitude to our volunteers and all they do for the District and our students each and every day.
Rhode Island Commissioner, Angelica Infante-Green, visits teaching and learning in Barrington with Deputy Commissioner, Mary Ann Snider. #deeplearning
ENN is Barrington High School’s own in-house news organization and, in the year ahead, it will provide expanded coverage of news and local events that are of interest to both the high school and Barrington community, in both print and video media.
It’s Educator Innovation Month and schools are back in session all over RI + in #lighthouseschools!