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Pre-Kindergarten is the gateway to a child’s first learning experience. It is the foundation upon which we will build your child’s academic, social and emotional well-being. We at the Barrett are committed to ensuring that we meet all students’ needs in collaboration with families.

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Principal's Message

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Dear Barrett Russell Families,
 
As we begin the 2026-2027 school year, I want to thank you for your continued partnership, support and collaboration. This year's theme is Rise and Shine🌞 Rise & Shine for a Bright Pre-K Year! 🌞

This year, our Rise & Shine theme celebrates all the wonderful ways our youngest learners will grow, explore, discover, and shine!

At the Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center, every child brings something special to our school community. Throughout the year, we will encourage our students to rise to new challenges, shine with confidence, spread kindness, and discover the joy of learning.

Together, our students, families, and staff will make this a year filled with bright beginnings, big smiles, new friendships, and exciting learning adventures!
☀️ Rise with confidence.
🌱 Grow every day.
⭐ Shine in your own special way.

Here’s to a bright and beautiful Pre-K school year! 🌈✨

Pre-Kindergarten is your child’s first experience with the Brockton Public Schools, and we want to ensure that this is a positive experience for not only your child but for your family as well.
 
Throughout the school year, I will be sending out important information via Parent Square. Please be sure to sign up for this new platform if you have not already done so. We are also looking to strengthen our school/family partnerships this year. I would encourage you to join our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) that will meet monthly. Please reach out to me via email or phone if you are interested in joining us!
 
I am looking forward to a wonderful school year!
Marybeth Callanan
Principal

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Get Ready for the Start of the 26-27 School Year in Brockton!

The 26-27 school year begins on Sept. 3 for students in grades 1-12 and on Sept. 10 for students in Pre-K and Kindergarten! We've gathered the information you need for a strong start to the year, including important emergency contact and health forms, ParentSquare tips, bus routes and more!