
Welcome Kimberly Dunbar - the newest member of the Bloomfield Board of Education. She replaces Joseph Wilkerson, Jr, who moved out of town. Ms. Dunbar is an Associate Retirement Benefits Officer for the Office of The State Comptroller. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications from Eastern Connecticut State University. She and her husband have lived in town for more than 15 years and have two school-aged children.


The College Board has recognized five Bloomfield High School students for their academic prowess on standardized tests and in the classroom.
The Board's National Recognition Program identifies high-achieving sophomores and juniors from underserved communities across the country. It is an accomplishment viewed favorably by colleges and universities when receiving college applications.
In addition to highlighting that a student has done well on standardized testing, the Board’s recognition also indicates the student carries a grade-point average of at-least 3.5 at their school. Congratulations to the following BHS students: Angel Calderon Austin Davis Charles Fennell Jaida Foster Sergio Rose Jr.

The College Board has recognized five Bloomfield High School students for their academic prowess on standardized tests and in the classroom. The Board's National Recognition Program identifies high-achieving sophomores and juniors from underserved communities across the country. It is an accomplishment viewed favorably by colleges and universities when receiving college applications. In addition to highlighting that a student has done well on standardized testing, the Board’s recognition also indicates the student carries a grade-point average of at-least 3.5 at their school.
Congratulations to the following BHS students:
Angel Calderon
Austin Davis
Charles Fennell
Jaida Foster
Sergio Rose Jr.

First BOE meeting of the 2023-24 school year last night ....


School leaders engaged in today's principals conference: They continue to work on strategies to improve classroom instruction and school cultures.



The district's 27 new teachers are settling in and learning about our very unique school district. The new hires will play key roles in re-affirming our culture to motivate students to aspire for excellence in academics, athletics and the arts.


Put Bloomfield Public Schools in your pocket! Check out our revised QR code and get more timely access to news about our school district.


Bloomfield Public Schools celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from
Sept. 15 to October 15. This year's theme is Prosperity, Power and Progress. Our district values diversity, inclusion and respect for all cultures. Students of Latino heritage are an emerging population in our schools.
Join us in acknowledging and applauding the contributions of those from these eclectic communities.

Important Reminder: All enrolled students in district will receive a free healthy breakfast and lunch at school during the 2023-24 year. Children will not have to pay a fee or submit an application. This free-meals program is part of a national program, known as the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).

Primary Election polls close in 6 minutes. School polling locations are: Carmen Arace Middle School, Laurel Elementary, Metacomet Elementary and Bloomfield High.



After only a few days of school, students at Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School are developing relationships and building classroom communities.


Friendly reminder: Tuesday, September 12, will be an early release day for all district schools - due to the 2023 Primary Elections.. Wednesday, September 13, s also an early dismissal day for the purpose of professional development.

Have you downloaded BPS' new mobile Ap, yet? It will provide timely news about the schools and the district. Come on in - and tell a friend. Put BPS in your pocket.


BHS topples Hartford Public in first game of high school football season; https://www.ctinsider.com/gametimect/football/article/bloomfield-hartford-public-ct-high-school-football-18355521.php?utm_content=cta&sid=5d3ca1d69c625f258c2d570d&ss=A&st_rid=06868560-3b7e-49a1-b25e-7ecd1b784431&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=headlines&utm_campaign=ctin%20%7C%20capital%20region

POSTPONED -- Sunday's Save Our Schools for Our Kids Foundation event, on Rockwell Ave., will be rescheduled.

POSTPONED -- Sunday's Save Our Schools for Our Kids Foundation event, on Rockville Ave., will be rescheduled.

POSTPONED -- Sunday's Save Our Schools for Our Kids Foundation event, on Rockwell Ave., will be rescheduled.

It's Game Day - BHS hosts Hartford Public tonight, 7 p.m., in Warhawks first football game of the year. Tickets are $5 and can ONLY be purchased online. There will be no cash transactions at the gate! Here is the link to purchase tixs: https://gofan.co/event/1059401?schoolId=CT17.56

Bloomfield High now moving to virtual-tickets only for all home football games. There will be no cash transactions at the gate. Warhawks first game of the season is this Friday, 7 p.m., vs. Hartford Public High. Here is the link to purchase tixs: https://gofan.co/event/1059401?schoolId=CT17356