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Nov 26 - 28 No School - Thanksgiving Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2, 2026 No School - Winter Break
Hello BMP Families. As we continue supporting our students’ social and emotional growth, I’d like to share some ideas you can use at home to help your child recognize and manage their feelings. At school, we use a framework called The Zones of Regulation, which helps children understand that emotions come in different “zones,” each with its own energy level and feeling state. The Blue Zone – When we feel sad, tired, or bored. The Green Zone – When we feel calm, happy, focused, and ready to learn. The Yellow Zone – When we start to feel worried, frustrated, or silly—our energy is getting higher. The Red Zone – When we feel angry, out of control, or extremely upset. At home, you can support your child by:
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Labeling feelings together. Help your child name what they’re feeling (“It sounds like you’re in the Yellow Zone right now—feeling frustrated.”).
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Modeling calm strategies. Show how you take deep breaths, count to five, or take a short break when you feel upset.
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Creating a “Calm Corner.” A quiet spot with comforting items—like a stuffed animal, coloring supplies, or soft music—can help children reset.
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Reading stories that connect to emotions.
- In Clark the Shark by Bruce Hale, Clark’s excitement sometimes puts him in the Yellow or Red Zone, and he learns ways to calm down and stay in the Green Zone so he can be a kind friend.
- In Ravi’s Roar by Tom Percival, Ravi feels small and frustrated—he moves into the Red Zone when his anger takes over, but he learns how to express his feelings and return to calm.
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Celebrating self-awareness. Praise your child for noticing and naming their feelings or choosing a healthy coping strategy.
Remember, all feelings are normal—what matters is learning what to do with them. When children understand their Zones and practice strategies with caring adults, they build strong emotional skills that last a lifetime.
 
Skip cooking and help the Bren Mar Park Elementary School PTA raise "dough" for the school community!
Enjoy Panera Bread on Monday, November 20, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and 25% of the net sales will be donated to the PTA. Funds go toward essential programs like field trips, teacher grants, and school supplies, directly enhancing the learning environment for students.
How to Participate:
- Order online at PaneraBread.com, on the Panera App, or at the in-cafe kiosk.
- Use the code FUND4U at checkout.
This is a simple, delicious way to invest in our students' success and foster a strong school-community partnership!
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your student succeed by encouraging them to miss as few days as possible. However, do make sure your student stays home if they are sick. So when should your child stay home? Visit the FCPS website for helpful ideas regarding absences and how to work with your child and our school.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify our school and your child’s teacher so that assistance can be provided if needed. Keep an open line of communication with our public health nurse. Call the school as soon as you know your child will be absent and tell school staff why and for how long.
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
A series of Community Conversations are being held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. These events are also a chance for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all.
 We are excited for you to meet our Resource Teacher Team. Ms. Suhring, Ms. Left, Ms. Hoang, Ms. Whitmore, & Ms Williams
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