The Brandywine Community Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce that Ms. Amanda Lezotte has been selected as the sole finalist in its search for the district's next Superintendent. The community is invited to meet Ms. Lezotte at a Meet and Greet on Monday, July 13 at 5:30 p.m. in the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Media Center.
Following the Meet and Greet, the Board will hold its regularly scheduled July meeting. At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Lezotte will present her initial 90-day plan and share how her professional experiences align with the district's leadership profile and goals. To stay up to date on the search process, visit our website: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/page/superintendent-search
Following the Meet and Greet, the Board will hold its regularly scheduled July meeting. At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Lezotte will present her initial 90-day plan and share how her professional experiences align with the district's leadership profile and goals. To stay up to date on the search process, visit our website: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/page/superintendent-search
Our band students are doing big things!
Cooper Saddison, Mason Stier, Benjamin Miracle, Norah Skinner, Jude Skinner, and Grant Livengood all represented Brandywine at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in Spring Lake, Michigan over the past few weeks. They all received scholarships and represented Brandywine’s Band program amongst schools in and out of state.
Well done!
Cooper Saddison, Mason Stier, Benjamin Miracle, Norah Skinner, Jude Skinner, and Grant Livengood all represented Brandywine at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in Spring Lake, Michigan over the past few weeks. They all received scholarships and represented Brandywine’s Band program amongst schools in and out of state.
Well done!
Give hope this summer!
Join us for the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Community Blood Drive. Your donation can save lives right here in our community.
When: Tuesday, July 14 from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Brandywine Middle/Senior High School - Media Center (1700 Bell Rd.)
How to Book Your Appointment: Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows! Call 866-642-5663. Schedule online: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11640908
Helpful Tip: Make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. For eligibility questions, please call 866-642-5663.
Presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan.
Join us for the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Community Blood Drive. Your donation can save lives right here in our community.
When: Tuesday, July 14 from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Brandywine Middle/Senior High School - Media Center (1700 Bell Rd.)
How to Book Your Appointment: Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows! Call 866-642-5663. Schedule online: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11640908
Helpful Tip: Make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. For eligibility questions, please call 866-642-5663.
Presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan.
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Meet Up & Eat Up offers FREE summer meals to children and teens 18 and
under across Michigan!
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
under across Michigan!
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Superintendent Candidate Interviews begin next week! The community is invited. For a full update on the search, please visit our website: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/page/superintendent-search
Are you ready to get in great shape and have fun? Our Cross Country summer workouts will be starting next week, July 6, for all interested 6th graders through high school! All fitness levels are welcome.
Here is what you need to know:
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9 a.m.
Where: By the high school track
👟 What to bring: Good running shoes and a big water bottle.
Questions? Please email Coach Jen Murray at jmurray@brandywinebobcats.org
Here is what you need to know:
Days: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9 a.m.
Where: By the high school track
👟 What to bring: Good running shoes and a big water bottle.
Questions? Please email Coach Jen Murray at jmurray@brandywinebobcats.org
Sign-ups are open for Middle School Boys Soccer!
Interested in signing up? Email Jen Hood at jenhood@brandywinebobcats.org to sign up. Coach Brandon will be in touch.
Don't miss out on the fun!
Interested in signing up? Email Jen Hood at jenhood@brandywinebobcats.org to sign up. Coach Brandon will be in touch.
Don't miss out on the fun!
There will be a K-12 Soccer Camp July 8-10 from 6-7 p.m. at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School! This will be for all Brandywine students enrolled for the 2026-2027 school year. The cost is $20 per student.
Questions? Contact Coach Caleb Adams at Cakiad@hotmail.com.
Questions? Contact Coach Caleb Adams at Cakiad@hotmail.com.
Give hope this summer!
Join us for the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Community Blood Drive. Your donation can save lives right here in our community.
When: Tuesday, July 14 from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Brandywine Middle/Senior High School - Media Center (1700 Bell Rd.)
How to Book Your Appointment: Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows! Call 866-642-5663. Schedule online: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11640908
Helpful Tip: Make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. For eligibility questions, please call 866-642-5663.
Presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan.
Join us for the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Community Blood Drive. Your donation can save lives right here in our community.
When: Tuesday, July 14 from 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Brandywine Middle/Senior High School - Media Center (1700 Bell Rd.)
How to Book Your Appointment: Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows! Call 866-642-5663. Schedule online: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11640908
Helpful Tip: Make sure to eat a healthy meal and drink plenty of water before donating. For eligibility questions, please call 866-642-5663.
Presented by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan.
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Our Administration Office will be closed June 29 - July 3.
Athletes need to have physicals on file for the 2026-2027 school year! Here are a few opportunities to get them.
There will be a Mobile Clinic at Brandywine on Wednesday, July 29 at 8:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Redbud Health Services will provide them at their place of business in Buchanan on June 26, July 10, July 24, and August 14. Call 269-409-8626 to schedule.
The MHSAA Sports Physical Form: https://www.mhsaa.com/sites/default/files/Administrators/physical2page.pdf?time=1751895855709
There will be a Mobile Clinic at Brandywine on Wednesday, July 29 at 8:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Redbud Health Services will provide them at their place of business in Buchanan on June 26, July 10, July 24, and August 14. Call 269-409-8626 to schedule.
The MHSAA Sports Physical Form: https://www.mhsaa.com/sites/default/files/Administrators/physical2page.pdf?time=1751895855709
Meet Up & Eat Up starts TODAY and offers FREE summer meals to children and teens 18 and under across Michigan!
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Are you on the Brandywine app? Keep up with all things maroon and gold by downloading the Brandywine app on your phone! Receive notifications, stay up to date on what's going on in the district, and once school is back in session, you will be able to communicate directly with your child's teachers through our Rooms feature.
Students who are incoming 7th–12th graders and interested in participating in the 2026–27 fall production of Matilda the Musical are invited (and encouraged) to attend our free audition clinic.
📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM (Check-in begins at 8:40 AM)
📍 Brandywine Elementary School Gym
💲 No cost to attend
During the clinic, students will learn one company number from the show, explore characters, participate in theater activities, learn audition best practices, and complete their audition.
All new and returning performers are encouraged to participate. All students interested in participating in the musical should complete this audition form: https://bit.ly/4obECYq. Mrs. Amster will contact students who cannot attend the clinic with information about alternative audition arrangements. There is a place to indicate within the form.
Questions? Contact Musical Director Daysha Amster at damster@brandywinebobcats.org
📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM (Check-in begins at 8:40 AM)
📍 Brandywine Elementary School Gym
💲 No cost to attend
During the clinic, students will learn one company number from the show, explore characters, participate in theater activities, learn audition best practices, and complete their audition.
All new and returning performers are encouraged to participate. All students interested in participating in the musical should complete this audition form: https://bit.ly/4obECYq. Mrs. Amster will contact students who cannot attend the clinic with information about alternative audition arrangements. There is a place to indicate within the form.
Questions? Contact Musical Director Daysha Amster at damster@brandywinebobcats.org
There will be a K-12 Soccer Camp July 8-10 from 6-7 p.m. at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School! This will be for all Brandywine students enrolled for the 2026-2027 school year. The cost is $20 per student.
Questions? Contact Coach Caleb Adams at Cakiad@hotmail.com.
This summer, children and teens 18 & under can get FREE, nutritious meals
through Summer Meals at locations across Michigan. No sign-up, no proof of
residency, and no cost. Just show up and enjoy!
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
through Summer Meals at locations across Michigan. No sign-up, no proof of
residency, and no cost. Just show up and enjoy!
Brandywine MSHS:
June 15-August 13 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Brandywine Elementary:
June 15-July 16 Monday through Thursday (closed the week of July 4)
Breakfast served 8 - 9 a.m., lunch served 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This Week in Photos!
Summer Football begins Monday, June 8. Practice will take place on Mondays from 6 - 8 p.m. at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School for grades 7-12.
For questions, contact Coach Jeff Miller at jmiller@brandywinebobcats.org
For questions, contact Coach Jeff Miller at jmiller@brandywinebobcats.org
Our DK students will be big Kindergarteners next year!
School is out for the summer, but here are the School Supply Lists for next year!
Merritt Elementary: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/mes/page/supply-list
Brandywine Elementary: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/bes/page/supply-list
Merritt Elementary: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/mes/page/supply-list
Brandywine Elementary: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/bes/page/supply-list
