Dear Brent Community,
 
DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported a case of Scarlett Fever in a child at Brent this week. Scarlet Fever is caused by bacteria called group A Streptococcus or group A strep. ​ Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet.  Links to each document are below:
 
Scarlett Fever Letter
 
Scarlett Fever Fact Sheet 
 
In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in the classroom with the case of Scarlett Fever, and will conduct a deep cleaning over the mid-Winter Break.
 
If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.
 
Thank you for taking the time to review this information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Ewbank
Assistant Principal
Brent ES

Registration for Springboard Spring Elective programs begins February 13th.  Springboard’s spring programs are taught by local community experts,  and offer multiple opportunities for kids to explore fun and creative activities!
Benefits of enrichment programs include:
• Increased academic success and social skills
• Boosted self-confidence and self-esteem
• Dedicated time for fun and relaxation while exploring new interests, or building skills
Register by March 8th to secure your child’s spot!
Please note, some classes may be cancelled if enrollment is low. To help avoid cancellation, it is best to register early.
Questions, please email enrichments@springboardkids.com.  Visit parent.springboardkids.com to enroll.  A course catalog can be found on here.

​Dear Brent Community,
 
DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported four cases of “gastroenteritis” (nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea) in children at Brent this week. Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet.  Links to each document are below:
 
Department of Health – Gastroenteritis Letter
 
Viral Gastroenteritis Fact Sheet
 
In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in classrooms with confirmed cases of the gastroenteritis illness, and will continue doing so throughout next week.  
 
If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.
 
Thank you for taking the time to review this information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Ewbank
Assistant Principal
Brent ES

Dear Brent Community,
 
DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported several cases of the flu in children at Brent this week. Please take a moment to read the letter and review the flu fact sheet.  Links to each document are below:
 
District of Columbia Department of Health, Division of Epidemiology – Disease Surveillance and Investigation Letter to Brent Community, January 25, 2019
 
Influenza “Flu” fact Sheet
 
In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in classrooms with confirmed cases of the flu, and will continue doing so throughout next week.   
 
Influenza is most contagious during the first 48 hours.  A child who has a fever should remain at home until they are “fever free” for a minimum of 24 hours.  If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.
 
Thank you for taking the time to review this important information.
 
Sincerely,
 
Sara Ewbank
Assistant Principal
Brent ES