Bradley Newsletter 11.8.24

Please find the Bradley Newsletter for this week HERE

Have a safe snowy weekend!

Bradley Weekly Newsletter

Principal Update 

We hope you all had a safe and fun snow day!  Please read below for more information regarding cancellation and weather delay procedures.  As our first trimester comes to an end, we want to celebrate the progress our students have made thus far.  56% of our K-2 students and 53% of our 3rd-5th grade students are reading on or above grade level in literacy.  Our school goal is for at least 65% or more of all students to be reading at or above grade level by the end of the school year.  We are confident that we will meet these goals with our dedicated staff using core instruction and strategic interventions to meet the needs of  all students.  We encourage families to continue reading with students each day at home to support this growth.  Please go to Parent Portal to see your student’s individual progress reports.

Kimberly Ulery, Principal 

Jose Fernando Hernandez, Assistant Principal  

End of 1st Trimester!
Today is the end of the 1st trimester! You can find progress reports in the Parent Portal. To find your child’s report card on the Denver Public Schools (DPS) Parent Portal, you can:

1. Log in to your account at myportal.dpsk12.org
2. Click the Grades tab on the left side of the page

You can also use the DPS Parent Portal app to view your child’s grades and assignments, track attendance and behavior, and more. 

The DPS Parent Portal also allows you to:

• Access attendance information 
• View district and state test results 
• Access academic resources 
• Complete the annual registration process 
• Ensure your student’s information is current 
• Pay any annual dues needed

You can create a DPS Parent Portal account by going to the My Portal website and clicking on Create a Parent account. You’ll need a valid email address and student number to create an account. DPS Weather Delay and Cancellation Procedures
Well, we’ve experienced our first Snow Day of the school year! We hope everyone is staying safe and warm. In the event of a snow day, delayed start or early release, please check the local news channels and also the main Denver Public Schools (DPS) website at www.dpsk12.org. You can read more about DPS weather delay and cancellation procedures here.  

Youth Wrestling Program
Mouctar is a Thomas Jefferson alumni and current Head Wrestling Coach at Denver South High School. He is excited to launch the youth wrestling program this November for the community. He aims to provide Bradley students with the same opportunities that shaped his wrestling journey.

 Program Details

– Open to grades K-5 – Boys and girls welcome

– Practices start November 18th No prior experience is necessary, our goal is to introduce kids to the sport and foster their growth. 

F0r additional resources for interested students and parents, please see the Google Form to express interest. Please feel free to reach out to him if you have any questions or need further information. Thank you for your support and we hope you take part in this opportunity with your students! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfP84VS3JYHYCIoQhPJAxSVkJx1fNgwkLUHFGmdHh4DwRlrKQ/viewform

Best regards, Mouctar Kamara

Head Wrestling Coach 

Denver South High School

University Hills Turkey Trot – Thursday 11/28
Each year a former Bradley parent hosts a Turkey Trot run/walk on Thanksgiving morning. You arrive to check in starting at 8:30am and the event starts at 9am. You can go to the Rec Center parking lot to park and that is where the event starts. Funds collected ($10/person or $30/family) for this race are returned to Bradley to help buy food and presents for Bradley families in need this holiday season. It’s a great event and it’s always nice to get a little exercise before eating and lounging and visiting with family! We’d love to see our Bradley community on Thanksgiving morning for a little exercise (rain, snow or shine!). We thank the University Hills community for their donations. Please see the FLIER for more information and we’ll see you there!DPS Family

Cultural Festival – Tomorrow – Saturday 11/9

The Family Cultural Festival is a unique celebration that engages families and communities by promoting fun, learning, and meaningful connections. Taking place on Saturday, November 9, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, this event celebrates multicultural diversity and provides resources to foster wellness and socioemotional growth.

The Families will have the opportunity to learn about restorative practices and take part in a welcoming environment focused on family well-being. Together, we aim to strengthen relationships within the Denver Public Schools (DPS) community and celebrate the cultural diversity that makes our district vibrant. Updates on  Facebook.

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DPS – Hamilton Health Clinic – Immunization Clinic

The Public Health Institute at Denver Health is hosting an immunization clinic at Hamilton on November 14.  All childhood immunizations will be offered AT NO COST. This will give your child the chance to get caught up with immunizations and be compliant with the state law.  If you are interested in this opportunity, please sign the consent linked HERE for English and HERE for Spanish by October 31.Attendance
Please call the attendance line at 720-424-9398 to report your child’s absence or if they will be late to school for an appointment or any other reason. You can also submit an absence request through the Parent Portal, click here to see how.   

November IB Learner Profile
The Learner Profile for the month of November is Open-Minded.  Open-Minded people understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values, and traditions of other individuals and communities.  They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating the range of points of view, and are willing to grow from

Activities for Parents

• Encourage your child to try new foods, activities, experiences.
• As we enter into the holiday season, expose your child to different festivals, celebrations and traditions and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way. 

Encourage your child to really listen to others when they speak and ask questions for more information!

PTO NEWS : PTO WEBSITE

• We are ONLY $200 away from raising $50,000 for the Fun Run! When we reach that goal, students will get a pajama party complete with a movie and snacks on 11/22! Please get those last few pledges into Bradley (pay by check payable to Bradley PTO or cash and turn into the front office or your student’s teacher; or pay online by credit card: Bradley-Fun-Run-2024.cheddarup.com. Thank you again! 
• Join us at the next Bradley PTO meeting on November 14 at 3 p.m. – in-person in the library or on Zoom – find the link on our website: BradleyPTO.com/meetings. 
• The next Bradley Dines Out is on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Tazikis on Hampden and I-25 (dine in and take out with a code) ALL DAY! 
• Interested in or planning to take professional family photos this holiday season? Do it with SHOOTT and Bradley gets a portion of the funds raised! To sign up you must use the SHOOTT Link (no promo code) – Shoott.com/?rfsn=8313354.100cb8. 
• Planning those holiday cards? Shop at Minted and receive 20% off your order while Bradley gets 15% of the proceeds! Check out Minted.com and at check out enter the promo code: FUNDRAISEBRADLEYINTL