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Happy New Year!

Published by Shari Hedstrom on January 8, 2021

We could all agree that 2020 was a year for the record books and history books. While we all wish some of the restrictions of the past semester were not part of our lives, our safety protocols will stay in place for the spring semester:

Safety Protocols

Mitchell is committed to the safety of your child. We are still NOT allowing guests, nor are we meeting in large groups. We continue to use dividers in the classroom and maintain distance (if sitting or standing for an extended period of time). Face masks are worn at all times (except at lunch and masks breaks). In the cafeteria, we have only 4 or 5 students per table (instead of 12). Hand sanitizer is available in all classrooms, the cafeteria, and at all major entrances.

Face Masks

Students are required to wear face masks to school each day. If your child has their own, please make sure it fits properly and is cleaned on a regular basis. If your child does not have a mask, we will provide one.

Help us by talking to your child about wearing it properly so that it completely covers their face and nose. Most students have adjusted completely, but others are still struggling.

covid.mitchell@bryanisd.org

If your child develops symptoms, tests positive, or comes into close contact with an individual with COVID, please communicate through the Mitchell Covid email account. Please call the school if you have any questions or concerns (979-209-1400).

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Texas Reads One Book

Published by Shari Hedstrom on January 8, 2021

This year, Mitchell Elementary will join students all over the state of Texas as we read:

Mitchell will purchase a personal copy for each student and staff member. All we ask of parents is to find some time to reach with your children each night.

Research shows the importance of parents reading with children – even after children can read!

I hope you are as excited as we are to dive into this fun book. Keep your eyes open for more information ~ coming soon!

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4th Grade Transition to Intermediate School

Published by Shari Hedstrom on January 8, 2021

 A smooth transition from elementary to intermediate is key to Academic and Social-Emotional SUCCESS.  Here are a few tips for SUCCESS:

Students
Believe in Yourself
Set Positive Realistic Goals
Use your Social Skills and  practice the Essential Eight
Practice Good Decision Making: Get to class on time, surround yourself with positive influences, etc
Ask for help when you need it
Parents
Keep/set boundaries with growth
Use what you know about your child…
Avoid rescuing but be supportive
Encourage decision-making using cause and effect
Encourage responsibility (self, actions, organization, homework)
Get involved with the Intermediate PTSO, volunteer, sponsor a club, contact teachers
Where is my student zoned to go?
Jane Long Intermediate School
1106 N Harvey Mitchell Parkway
Bryan, TX 77803
209-6500

Sam Rayburn Intermediate School
1048 N Earl Rudder Freeway
Bryan, TX 77802
209-6600
What is Next?
See Timeline dates and mark your calendar:

January  11 ~ Bryan ISD Transfer Window Open

January 5  – January 31 ~ Advanced Academics 
Applications for INQUIRE and Odyssey Academy available online

January 11 @ 6:00PM ~ Virtual Inquire Information Night,       
Inquire Academy is the Gifted and Talented Magnet School
located at Long Intermediate School. 
Application required, available online, deadline January 31

January 14 @ 6:00PM ~ Virtual Odyssey Information Night,
Odyssey  is the STEM Academy – (Sci, Tech,Engineer, Math)
located at Rayburn Intermediate School
Application required, available online, deadline January 31

January 19 @ 7:45AM ~ Virtual Transition to Intermediate School for Mitchell 4th graders and parents
Repeat session on January 21 at 5:30PM
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January 19 ~ Intermediate Course Guides and Registration Pages will be sent home

January 21 @ 5:30PM ~ Virtual Transition to Intermediate School for Mitchell 4th graders and parents
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January 25-29 ~ 4th graders will have a Virtual visit to their Intermediate School they are zoned to attend. 

January 25 @ 6:00PM ~ Jane Long and Sam Rayburn Virtual Information Night for incoming 5th graders (more information to come)

January 31~ Deadline for Applications for INQUIRE and Odyssey 
Remember,  ALL applications are submitted online.  

February 5 ~ Deadline for Course Request Forms (Registration forms) to be turned in to Mrs. Skelton, Mitchell’s counselor

February 12 ~ Program Acceptance Letters for Inquire and Odyssey are mailed

February 15 ~ Bryan ISD Transfer Window Closes

QUESTIONS??

Contact Mrs. Becky Skelton at (979) 209 – 1431
or via email at rebecca.skelton@bryanisd.org

Virtual Office Hours and Links: 

Mondays @ 1:30pm: meet.google.com/zui-qjqb-vgz
Fridays @ 1:30pm: meet.google.com/zui-qjqb-vgz

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Merry Christmas!
Important Dates

Important Dates

Published by Shari Hedstrom on December 18, 2020

Have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Happy Birthday

  • Friday, December 18 ~ Coach Phipps (PE)
  • Friday, December 18 ~ Ms. Hart (2nd Grade Math)
  • Wednesday, December 30 ~ Ms. Mize (1st Grade)
  • Tuesday, January 5 ~ Coach Howell (PE)

School Begins Tuesday, January 5

If your child tests positive for COVID at any time over the break, please email that information to mitchell.covid@bryanisd.org.

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Amazing Student of Character
December Library News
December Details

December Details

Published by Shari Hedstrom on December 7, 2020

This year has certainly been a different type of year, but we have made incredible strides in creating a safe and effective learning environment for our Mitchell Bulldogs. I want to take a moment to thank you for embracing the changes we have made during the year. While we have missed having parent on campus, we know that the choices we have made have increased the safety of all our students and staff. As we edge toward Christmas, I want to remind you of a few things:

Christmas parties will be Friday, December 18.  Unfortunately, we will not allow visitors in the building during our Christmas celebrations. Each grade level is making plans regarding food, but please know that all outside food will need to be store-bought, individually served, and delivered the day before the party.

COVID guidelines for BISD have changed in response to the adjusted Brazos County Health Department and CDC guidelines. Please review those changes in the blog post. If your child tests positive at any time, please email that information to mitchell.covid@bryanisd.org.

This week, we DO NOT have early release at all.
Next week, we will have early release on FRIDAY, December 18 at 2:10.
Christmas Break is December 19-January 4. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 5.

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December 7-11

December 7-11

Published by Shari Hedstrom on December 7, 2020

No early release this week.

Monday, December 7

Tuesday, December 8

Wednesday, December 9

Thursday, December 10

Friday, December 11

If you want to RETAKE your school pictures, bring the pictures taken on October 18. If you were ABSENT, fill out the order form and bring it with you.

Sunday, December 13

  • Happy Birthday Ms. Hastings (Music)
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Changes in Guidelines for Close Contact Quarantine

Changes in Guidelines for Close Contact Quarantine

Published by Shari Hedstrom on December 7, 2020

Bryan ISD will begin following new Brazos County Health District guidelines regarding the quarantine period for people coming into close contact with a lab-confirmed COVID-19 case.

The new guidelines are as follows:

  • The quarantine can end after Day 10 without testing and if no symptoms have been reported during daily monitoring.
  • When testing resources are sufficient and available, then quarantine can end after Day 7 with a negative test result, and if no symptoms were reported during daily monitoring. Testing should occur 5-7 days after exposure. 

These changes are only for people in close contact with a lab-confirmed COVID-19 case and go into effect immediately. Employees and parents of students currently in quarantine for close contact will be notified individually if this changes their quarantine status.  Everyone entering a Bryan ISD campus or building must continue to self-monitor for symptoms, wear a mask, and social distance.

We are making this change only after consulting with the Brazos County Health District, which works with both the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and being assured by these organizations this is in the best interest of the health of students and employees.

This update for the quarantine period for close contact is now reflected in the Bryan ISD Return to Learn Plan available at www.bryanisd.org/returntolearn.

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