The Straight Scoop

The Straight Scoop...Monthly Editions

January

Scoop #1 The levy committee is moving the levy election to March rather then February– FALSE

 

The levy committee was only considering this ballot move to March because the February ballot asks voters to select a political party. In February, if voters opt not to select a political party THEY CAN STILL VOTE on the levy somewhere on the ballot. Please look over your ballots closely and vote! Thank you!

 

Scoop #2 The district has purchased laptops and TV’s that were not in the district budget – FALSE

 

Purchases of computers and TV’s were planned in this year’s budget. Superintendent Chavez changed the purchase from desktop computers to laptops computers. He feels strongly that mobile computing is the future.

 

He was also directed by the court order to make the district’s schools more “family friendly” and engaging. The TV’s found at the front entrance of the elementary and in the high school commons allows parents and community members to see some of the amazing student art work, events, and activities that happen throughout the school year. Parents, students, and community members can be seen enjoying short videos of student events & activities throughout the day.

 

December

Scoop #1 The preschool program is up and running - True.

 

Our preschool program is up and running. Our goal is to offer a high quality preschool program to help ensure students are ready for kindergarten. To keep our commitment to customer service we have started an additional preschool classroom so that more students will have this opportunity.  For information on this FREE morning program please contact the elementary office. 689 - 2581

 

Scoop #2 Parents without home Internet access now have a computer in the high school commons and the elementary – True

 

To help keep with our districts theme of customer service we now offer “Parent Information Centers” in both the high school commons and elementary so that parents can use skyward to view student grades (middle and high school only) and attendance as well as browse the district website for information. These computers are limited to view only these two areas.

 

Scoop #3 The student advocate advocates for all students – True

 

Superintendent Chavez and the board have made it clear the district’s “Student Advocate” shall advocate for all students P – 12. It is important that “all students” have someone to talk to if they feel their rights have been violated.

 

Scoop #4 All district staff are required to complete diversity training - True

 

Yes, all Brewster staff (Administration, Certified, and Classified) are required to complete diversity training. They are busy working their way through an online training program.

 

November

Scoop #1 Open Gym will no longer be allowed – False.

 

Open gym is something that keeps kids busy and out of trouble. This is something that will continue. However, during the summer months gyms are closed for a period of time because of reconditioning. Please contact Deb Riggan for more information. 689-3418.

 

Scoop #2 The new football lights were paid for using levy money – False

 

The football lights were paid for by a combination of an ASB donation and a loan the school received. As a result, attendance has tripled because of having these lights in place. School spirit and community involvement have also increased. The bear backers are offering for $6.00 a plate a home style dinner at 5:30 p.m. Please join us for a family friendly dinner & evening of football!

 

Scoop #3 The dress code is not being enforced – False

 

One of Superintendent Chavez’s goals this year is for district to set the tone in regard to discipline & dress code. Students must follow the district dress code or they will have to change into sweat shirts and/or pants. Students may also turn clothing inside out. Images or symbols of gang paraphernalia will not be allowed on school grounds.

 

Scoop #4 Local levy dollars have allowed the district to put music and art back in the schools. – TRUE