June 12, 2026
BIS Buzz
BIS Buzz Newsletter June 12th, 2026 Principal's Message Happy Friday, Families, The weather continues to heat up, and so does our building! We appreciate everyone’s flexibility during these warm fi...
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Brownstone Intermediate School School
314 Main Street
Portland, CT 06480
Phone: 860-342-6765
Fax: 860-342-6766
Grades: 5 & 6
Principal: Joseph Santavenere
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Instruction Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Student Attendance
Remember to email bisattendance@portlandct.us if your child will be absent and include your child's first and last name, the reason why your child is out, your child's teacher, and the date or dates they will be absent.
Click here to complete the Alternate School Bus Form
All requests MUST be submitted by August 1st
Message from the Principal
Hello Brownstone families,
As we move through each school year, I continue to be incredibly proud of our Brownstone students and the positive culture we are building together. At BIS, our goal is not only strong academic growth, but also helping students develop a genuine love for school, a sense of independence, and a commitment to kindness.
Each day, we emphasize our three core expectations:
Be Kind and Respectful, Be Safe and Responsible, and Be Engaged and Curious.
These expectations guide how we learn, interact, and grow as a school community.
We want our students to feel excited about coming to school, confident in their ability to take ownership of their learning, and proud of how they treat others. When students feel safe, supported, and connected, they are able to do their very best.
A key part of that success is the strong partnership we share with our families. Our staff takes great pride in working together with you to support each child, not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Your support, communication, and involvement make a meaningful difference in the experience our students have each day.
Thank you for being an essential part of the Brownstone community. Together, we will continue to create a school environment where students feel valued, challenged, and inspired.
Joe Santavenere
Principal
Brownstone Intermediate Students Partner with Project Oceanology
Marine Educators - Marine Biologists - Environmental Advocates
We are Project Oceanology
Project Oceanology is a non-profit education and research facility dedicated to nurturing student and public interest and enthusiasm for marine sciences.
Project Oceanology’s mission since 1972 has been to nurture interest and inspire enthusiasm for science and for our planet’s marine environment from our waterfront facility in Groton, Connecticut. Project Oceanology is a year-round, marine science educational organization governed by local school districts and in collaboration with universities and other educational institutions.
Project Oceanology's vision is to be the center of excellence for inquiry and place-based science, and marine education serving the evolving needs of our global community.
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