Chattanooga artist Charlie Newton is spending today, Wednesday and Friday with grades 1-5. He spoke to the students at morning meeting today, showing them pictures of some of his painting and sculpture pieces. Mr. Newton uses shapes and forms that evoke African and African American culture. His works have been exhibited across the U.S. and in Europe.

Parents of students in grades JPK-1 are invited to a Parent Coffee Talk tomorrow morning at 8:15 a.m. in the library. The presentation will be led by Sarah Powe, neuroBridge LLC co-founder and occupational therapist. She will discuss the importance of child development and the role it plays in future academic success. She also will be available to answer any questions you may have after the presentation.

If your child was absent or if you did not like the proofs you got back, your child may have his or her picture retaken by Lifetouch on Thursday morning. Please let your child's teacher know you would like a retake. The pictures will be taken first thing in the morning.

Make plans to attend the Art Party and Auction on Saturday, October 27, from 5-8 p.m. Enjoy food and drink while bidding on great art (like this painting of the Bright School Picnic by Ms. Janie) that benefits the children. Each grade has made a special art project that also will be up for bid. Hosted by Sophie's Shoppe and AliAnn's Children's Boutique, 401 N. Market Street.

Prospective families for grades JPK-K are invited to the Fall Playground Play Date on Saturday, October 27, from 10-11 a.m. on the Enchanted Forest Early Childhood Playground.

If you have a younger child ready to start Bright next year or know a family who may be interested, please email Director of Admissions Brooke Moore at [email protected].

Just in time for fall and cooler weather, the Bright 1913 Bookstore is stocked with new fleece and tassel blankets, great for the game, camping or in front of the fireplace. Also, show your Bright spirit with a new drink tumbler with the logo. Check out the bookstore on Tuesday and Thursday mornings.

Girls ages 7-17 are invited to participate in the MBD: Girl Edition Holiday Marketplace at GPS on Saturday, December 8, from noon to 5 p.m. Girls may sign up to sell their own items at a booth. In addition, there are three workshops to help girls prepare to sell items at the marketplace: November 10, November 17 and December 1 at the Chattanooga Public Library. For more information, visit the MBD website .