It's National School Resource Officer (SRO) Day!
We are lucky to have two wonderful deputies at Brandywine - Deputy McG and Deputy Duthler. Our SROs build relationships to foster a positive environment, handle campus security, and act as liaisons between schools and law enforcement. We are so grateful to have these two as Bobcats!
We are lucky to have two wonderful deputies at Brandywine - Deputy McG and Deputy Duthler. Our SROs build relationships to foster a positive environment, handle campus security, and act as liaisons between schools and law enforcement. We are so grateful to have these two as Bobcats!
Second graders had a special Valentine's Day treat yesterday - they went to Wonderland Cinema in Niles to see Zootopia 2!
This Week in Photos!
In Mrs. Anderson's sixth grade math classes, students are learning about surface area so students brought in their own Rubik's cubes to build with. Today, they also created and constructed their own cube.
It's the 100th Day of School! Our kindergarteners and first graders dressed up for the parts! These little "old people" sure are cute!
Our sixth grade science students in Ms. Zeller's science classes are using microscopes, some of them for the first time. They were fascinated by what they saw, such as that under the microscope, sand looks like glass crystals. Due to popular demand, they spent two days working with microscopes instead of just one!
The Brandywine Golf team is offering a chance for you to get your very own Brandywine branded golf bag! Orders are due by February 13. If you are interested in purchasing one, order here: https://forms.gle/xnQDUSGYQp3Xvkwm8
Questions? Contact Coach Dickeson at jdickeson@brandywinebobcats.org.
Questions? Contact Coach Dickeson at jdickeson@brandywinebobcats.org.
Our students in Ms. Little's DK class made heart sun catchers yesterday, just in time for Valentine's Day!
Reminder: Midwinter Break is February 13-16! There will be no school for students.
Second graders dressed up like they're 99 years old for the 99th Day of School! They have a field trip tomorrow, so they celebrated a little early. Look at these cuties!
Join Superintendent Travis Walker, a group of fourth grade inventors, and their teachers, as they discuss their recent CKLA Inventors Unit and the inventions that created on their own.
https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-9-fourth-grade-inventors
https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-9-fourth-grade-inventors
Reminder! The 100th Day of School is coming up on Thursday, February 12 (barring anymore snow days) and our Merritt Elementary students will be celebrating in style - 100 year old style!
1 fish, 2 fish... our DK students are counting goldfish to count and compare numbers!
In Mr. Pomranka's 8th Grade Math Foundations class, students are utilizing "vertical white boards" to engage with math. Students are put into groups to work out math problems on white boards placed throughout the classroom.
The purpose: to get students up and moving, and collaborating with each other to better learn math concepts.
The purpose: to get students up and moving, and collaborating with each other to better learn math concepts.
Brandywine is now accepting applications for preschool for the 2026-2027 school year. This applies to the Headstart program, as well as the Merritt Great Start Readiness Program. If your child will be 4 by or on September 1, 2026, they are eligible to apply. If they will 4 between September 2 and December 1, they can apply and be on the waitlist until after September 1.
To get an application, pick one up at the Merritt Elementary office or contact Preschool Teacher Maddi High at mhigh@brandywinebobcats.org.
ATTENTION! This Thursday's band concert has been moved to 7:30 p.m. due to a scheduling conflict.
Reminder: Wednesday, February 11 is a two hour late start.
Mondays Matter at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School!
Today, each grade was given a color to wear. The halls were full of color for a great start to the week!
Mondays Matter is an initiative of Bobcat Nation Leadership. They are trying to create a positive outlook on Mondays at Brandywine. They have special announcements and do different activities to make Mondays special, fun, and exciting.
Today, each grade was given a color to wear. The halls were full of color for a great start to the week!
Mondays Matter is an initiative of Bobcat Nation Leadership. They are trying to create a positive outlook on Mondays at Brandywine. They have special announcements and do different activities to make Mondays special, fun, and exciting.
Our fourth graders are inventors!
Students in fourth grade have been studying famous inventors as part of their latest CKLA unit. To round out the unit, students invented their own product and had to present to a panel of judges "Shark Tank" style on Friday. Inventions included an automatic hand washer, a salt Roomba, a water bottle reminder, a face scanning locker, and a heated basketball. The creativity of our students was limitless!
Hear from our students and their teachers on the upcoming episode of Cat Chat this Wednesday!
Students in fourth grade have been studying famous inventors as part of their latest CKLA unit. To round out the unit, students invented their own product and had to present to a panel of judges "Shark Tank" style on Friday. Inventions included an automatic hand washer, a salt Roomba, a water bottle reminder, a face scanning locker, and a heated basketball. The creativity of our students was limitless!
Hear from our students and their teachers on the upcoming episode of Cat Chat this Wednesday!
We're highlighting members of our staff! 🐾
Meet Brittney Gmeiner, Developmental Kindergarten Teacher at Merritt Elementary. Ms. Gmeiner has a master's degree in elementary and early childhood education and has been teaching at Brandywine for 11 years now! Her favorite part of the day at Brandywine is watching the wonder and curiosity on her students' faces as they make new discoveries and enjoy learning with their friends.
In her free time, she loves paddle boarding with her golden doodle, baking, and spending time at the beach.
Meet Brittney Gmeiner, Developmental Kindergarten Teacher at Merritt Elementary. Ms. Gmeiner has a master's degree in elementary and early childhood education and has been teaching at Brandywine for 11 years now! Her favorite part of the day at Brandywine is watching the wonder and curiosity on her students' faces as they make new discoveries and enjoy learning with their friends.
In her free time, she loves paddle boarding with her golden doodle, baking, and spending time at the beach.
