Paw Print 8/27/2023

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Save the Dates: 

• August 28th: Free Backpack Give away 12:30-2:30 @ Curley School

• September 7th: First Day of School Grades 1-8
• September 8th: SPC Back to School Potluck @ 5PM-7PM 
• September 11th: First Day of Kindergarten 
• September 28th: Open House @ 5:00- 7:00 PM 

Hello Curley Families, 

We are excited to welcome you and your family to the 2023-2024 Academic school year. We look forward to a wonderful school year and collaborating with you. Below is a copy of the Curley Welcome Letter for this school year that goes over logistics for this school year. 

CurleyWelcomeLetter2023-24

23-24 School Year Checklist: 

As we prepare to start the new school year, we want to ensure that you and your family are prepared. Below is our Curley School Checklist: 

• Download Talking Points 
• Copy of the most up-to-date Physical Exam to turn in to Nurses
• Subscribe to PawPrints for the weekly newsletter
• Boston Public Schools Student Information Update Form 2023-2024

School Communication Platforms 23-24 School Year. 

This school year, we will support home-school communication for all families by using the Talking Points App. We ask that all families download the app to increase communication between home and school in your native language. Once downloaded, are enrolled 

• Download the free TalkingPoints mobile app for families. 
• Available on iOS and Android. 
• A mobile number is required to use it with your phone.

Curley Back to School Potluck: 

SPC Back to School Potluck will be from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm. This event will be a casual opportunity for families across K-8 to gather to know each other. Questions email: spc@curleyk8.com

Family Handbook: 

Below you will find the Curley Family Handbook, where you will find the school’s expectations, policies, or procedures for your families. Please take the time to read the handbook. 

CurleyFamilyHandbook2023-2024.docx (2).pdf

Halal and Kosher School Meals Survey:

The BPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) is currently gathering information to identify challenges and potential considerations that need to be addressed in any plan that makes Halal or Kosher meals more accessible to students. Please fill out the google form if this applies to you and your family. 

Resources:

• Adult Ed Enrollment BPS: Adult Ed is enrolling for the fall semester, and we want to prioritize BPS parents. BPS Adult Ed is enrolling for the fall semester. We offer high school diploma programs, ESOL classes, and vocational training programs to any adult 18+. You can pre-register here or contact Farah Hilowle at fhilowle@bostonpublicschools.org or 617-635-9300 for more information. 
• This back to school mental health checklist shows many useful tips for returning to the routine of school days and responsibilities.
• BPS Numbers to Save: 
  • BPS Helpline: The BPS Helpline is a new support service for the BPS Community. We answer basic questions to help people get to the right place for support … and more!
    • BPS Helpline: Call at 617-635-887/ email us at helpline@bostonpublicschools.org
  • Transportation: Phone: 617-635-9520/ eMail: schoolbus@bostonpublicschools.org
  • Use the website Where’s my Bus? To Track your childs bus.  https://schoolbus.bostonpublicschools.org/ 
  • Welcome Services/Enrollment: Phone: 617-635-9010/Website: www.bostonpublicschools.org/register

BHA First Home Program: Boston Housing Authority has created new resources to help residents towards their goal of homeownership. BHA’s First Home Program is a partnership with the City of Boston Mayor’s Office of Housing. The City is providing eligible BHA residents with enhanced down payment assistance of up to $75,000 for a home purchased in Boston. This program is available to all BHA residents who purchase a home within Boston.

Community Events: 

• GLD FSTVL was the ultimate festival where music, art, and good vibes collided in an unforgettable in-person celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop music and culture! Shout out to the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture and Boston-based Hip Hop crew STL GLD. This event brought together members of the Boston community and highlighted the rich history of Hip Hop music and culture.

• Let’s Talk About Credit: A good credit score saves you money by opening the door to cheaper loans, better credit card offers, and greater job and housing opportunities. Fortunately, a credit score doesn’t depend on how much money you have; it only depends on your ability to follow some basic rules.
  • In this workshop, you can learn:
  • The formula to increase your credit score
  • How to read a credit report
  • How to start working one-on-one with a Financial Coach!

Register