Tomorrow, our schools will be closed.
Now, I’ve seen a lot in my time, quiet mornings, bustling hallways, and the steady rhythm of a school day done right. But every so often, nature clears her throat and reminds us who’s really in charge. Tonight, she’s bringing extreme wind chill and the kind of cold that makes trees crack, groan, and, yes, occasionally explode without warning.
When temperatures plunge that low, safety becomes more than a priority; it becomes the only choice. Travel turns risky, time outside becomes dangerous, and even the strongest among us are better off watching the world from a warm window than braving it head-on.
So tomorrow, we pause. No buses rolling. No bells ringing. Just a day to stay inside, stay warm, and take care of one another.
Sometimes the smartest move isn’t to push forward, it’s to stop, take a breath, and let the storm pass.
We’ll see you when it’s safe to turn the lights back on and open the doors again. Until then, stay warm… and stay well.
Now, I’ve seen a lot in my time, quiet mornings, bustling hallways, and the steady rhythm of a school day done right. But every so often, nature clears her throat and reminds us who’s really in charge. Tonight, she’s bringing extreme wind chill and the kind of cold that makes trees crack, groan, and, yes, occasionally explode without warning.
When temperatures plunge that low, safety becomes more than a priority; it becomes the only choice. Travel turns risky, time outside becomes dangerous, and even the strongest among us are better off watching the world from a warm window than braving it head-on.
So tomorrow, we pause. No buses rolling. No bells ringing. Just a day to stay inside, stay warm, and take care of one another.
Sometimes the smartest move isn’t to push forward, it’s to stop, take a breath, and let the storm pass.
We’ll see you when it’s safe to turn the lights back on and open the doors again. Until then, stay warm… and stay well.
DK is so fun!
Today during centers, our students are feeding goldfish to penguins and polar bears then comparing who has more and who has less. They are putting ABC puzzles together, creating winter creations with pattern blocks, counting playdough snowballs, and playing veterinarian at their play center.
Today during centers, our students are feeding goldfish to penguins and polar bears then comparing who has more and who has less. They are putting ABC puzzles together, creating winter creations with pattern blocks, counting playdough snowballs, and playing veterinarian at their play center.
Mr. McLaughlin's 3D Art Class was inspired by the Hunter Ice Festival in downtown Niles and have started creating their own sculptures. Instead of ice, students are using blocks of florist foam. Once designs have been carved into the blocks, the final step will be to paint them. Here's a before and after of the process thus far! So cool!
The 2026 Mini Basketball Cheer Clinic is coming up for K-6 students. The Cheer Clinic Performance is Tuesday, February 3 at 6:45 p.m. at the basketball game. Students should arrive by 6:15 p.m.
The cost is $40. Sign up dates are at the high school on:
January 24 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
January 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Practices are:
January 31 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
February 1 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
For more information and questions, contact Coach Mia Frazier at mfrazier@brandywinebobcats.org.
The cost is $40. Sign up dates are at the high school on:
January 24 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
January 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Practices are:
January 31 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
February 1 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
For more information and questions, contact Coach Mia Frazier at mfrazier@brandywinebobcats.org.
Every now and then, nature has a way of reminding us who’s really in charge. Tonight, the snow has made its intentions clear.
After carefully reviewing weather conditions and road safety reports, Brandywine Community Schools will be closed tomorrow. The decision was made with one priority in mind: ensuring that every student, staff member, and family remains safe.
And so, what began as a three-day weekend quietly becomes a four-day one. An unexpected gift of time, time to rest, to slow the pace, to let the world outside settle for just a little longer.
When we return, routines will resume, and the work will continue. But for tomorrow, the story pauses.
Stay warm. Stay safe. We’ll see you soon.
After carefully reviewing weather conditions and road safety reports, Brandywine Community Schools will be closed tomorrow. The decision was made with one priority in mind: ensuring that every student, staff member, and family remains safe.
And so, what began as a three-day weekend quietly becomes a four-day one. An unexpected gift of time, time to rest, to slow the pace, to let the world outside settle for just a little longer.
When we return, routines will resume, and the work will continue. But for tomorrow, the story pauses.
Stay warm. Stay safe. We’ll see you soon.
Congratulations to freshman Grace Lorenz for taking 3rd in her weight class at the wresting competition at Kalamazoo Central this weekend!
🐾Character Trait of the Week: SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE🐾
Social Intelligence means understanding and managing relationships with others in a positive and effective way. It involves being aware of your own emotions, the feelings of others, and knowing how to act in social situations.
Social Intelligence means understanding and managing relationships with others in a positive and effective way. It involves being aware of your own emotions, the feelings of others, and knowing how to act in social situations.
Happening tonight!
The Boys Winter Powderpuff Volleyball game will be Sunday, January 18 at 6 p.m. at the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. This will be a family-friendly event and all are welcome. There will be bracket-style games, poster making, concessions, and games.
Come kick off Homecoming week!!
The Boys Winter Powderpuff Volleyball game will be Sunday, January 18 at 6 p.m. at the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. This will be a family-friendly event and all are welcome. There will be bracket-style games, poster making, concessions, and games.
Come kick off Homecoming week!!
On Wednesday, first graders in Ms. Hefner's class had a "Cozy Up to a Good Book" Day. Students wore cozy clothes and were able to bring a stuffed friend with them as a reward for good behavior! They read "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" then did a few activities and had a cookie snack. It was a perfect day!
This Week in Photos!
The 2026 Mini Basketball Cheer Clinic is coming up for K-6 students. The Cheer Clinic Performance is Tuesday, February 3 at 6:45 p.m. at the basketball game. Students should arrive by 6:15 p.m.
The cost is $40. Sign up dates are at the high school on:
January 24 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
January 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Practices are:
January 31 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
February 1 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
For more information and questions, contact Coach Mia Frazier at mfrazier@brandywinebobcats.org.
The cost is $40. Sign up dates are at the high school on:
January 24 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
January 25 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Practices are:
January 31 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
February 1 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
For more information and questions, contact Coach Mia Frazier at mfrazier@brandywinebobcats.org.
Mrs. Ramos' Kindergarten class worked on different ways of counting to 10 this week!
Next Friday is homecoming, where both Boys and Girls Basketball teams will take on Dowagiac. Before the game, the community is invited to come to the Bobcat Bash in the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Cafeteria. Festivities start at 4 p.m. with games, music, and crafts!
Our DK friends in Ms. Gmeiner's class made adorable paper snowmen last week to decorate the hallways with!
Reminder: There is no school Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Brandywine Community Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, January 15, due to the forecasted inclement weather, making for potentially adverse travel conditions. Stay safe, and we will see everyone on Friday, January 16.
It's time for Coffee & Collaboration with Superintendent Travis Walker! Coffee will be sponsored by 2nd & Main!
We will be holding our next collaboration on Wednesday, January 28 at 5 p.m. at Merritt Elementary. Coffee & Collaboration will give Mr. Walker a chance to provide updates on school projects and initiatives, and give families the opportunity to voice concerns or ask questions. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/FbpJkSds91vLAtEr6
We will be holding our next collaboration on Wednesday, January 28 at 5 p.m. at Merritt Elementary. Coffee & Collaboration will give Mr. Walker a chance to provide updates on school projects and initiatives, and give families the opportunity to voice concerns or ask questions. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/FbpJkSds91vLAtEr6
The Brandywine Girls Basketball Program will host their annual "Cats for the Cure" game this Friday, January 16. The Bobcats will take on the Red Arrow Raiders. JV will play at 5:30 p.m., with Varsity to follow. Extra shirts are available for purchase in the high school attendance office through Friday if you would like to help support this great cause!
All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Milano's Cancer Fund.
All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Milano's Cancer Fund.
Yesterday at recess was the calm before the winter storm!
Our third graders are working on their multiplication tables! We are piloting different math programs this year and these students are working with "Reveal."
By encouraging curiosity, exploration, and a growth mindset, Reveal Math allows students to see math as a dynamic set of problem-solving strategies instead of the application of memorized algorithmic or computational procedures.
By encouraging curiosity, exploration, and a growth mindset, Reveal Math allows students to see math as a dynamic set of problem-solving strategies instead of the application of memorized algorithmic or computational procedures.
