The Winter Bird Count organized by the Brent science teacher Mike Mangiaracina is back on again this year and is going to be held the morning of Saturday, January 7. There is a new and exciting twist this year too! The Bird Count is expanding to be open to all kids in Ward 6, and different schools around the ward will take turns hosting. This year J.O. Wilson Elementary School (on the other side of Capitol Hill at 660 K St NE) will be hosting.

Given the Brent community's extensive experience with this event, we would really appreciate help from Brent parents to staff the event this year. Please sign up for a short shift helping out.

As we move into the new calendar year Brent is asking for your attention and assistance in ensuring that your student arrives on time! Arriving on time:
-Provides our teachers with the opportunity to work with our students without interruption.
-Supports improved social interactions in morning meetings
-Supports your child’s academic engagement and success by preventing them from falling behind and losing confidence in their academic abilities. Brent is committed to this effort. We have developed action steps to make this a priority.

This year, Winter Break begins on Thursday, December 22. Please note, if your student is absent due to family travel that week, those absences are unexcused. Please alert Denise Diggs at denise. diggs@dc.gov if your student will be out any day Monday, December 19 through Wednesday, December 21. Please note: ​Brent’s Front Office will be open over the break from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. However, Brent will be closed on Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2.

This weekend- December 2-4-is the PTA's 6th annual Holiday tree and greenery sale.  As usual, we will have the best prices and freshest items.  Home delivery (Capitol Hill only) is available for $20.  We also have a large variety of beautiful Hanukkah items for sale, including gingerbread menorahs, candles and cookie cutters.  There will also be a holiday bake sale during the Saturday and Sunday hours of the sale.  On Saturday, December 3, the American Legion will be selling mulled wine and other warm drinks on their patio from 12-5.  Bring friends and enjoy a holiday cocktail.  

Please join our winter wonderland.  The sale hours are:  Friday, December 2 (4-7 pm) and Saturday/Sunday December 3/4 (9-5).  

Email Alyson Lewis at alysonandjeff@gmail.com if you are still looking for a volunteer shift.  General sale questions? - please email brentholidaystore@gmail.com.