Ms. Coleman's first grade class and the high school softball and baseball teams became buddies yet again this year! The high schoolers spent time reading to the first graders and playing catch with them each week.
about 2 hours ago, Brandywine Community Schools
group of high school and younger students
highschooler with first grade buddy
students reading to each other
highschooler with first grade buddy
highschooler with first grade buddy
Students reading to younger students
Mrs. Reed's second grade class spread some kindness this week during "K" is for Kindness Day. They celebrated the food service and office staff!
about 5 hours ago, Brandywine Community Schools
class standing in hallway holding up sign with bugs
child standing with son with ladybugs on it
The Brandywine Class of 2026 was awarded over $583,000 in scholarships! Congratulations!
about 19 hours ago, Brandywine Community Schools
583,000 in scholarships awarded to the class of 2026

Today was "M" for Mr. Matt Severin Day at Merritt!

about 22 hours ago, Brandywine Community Schools
little boy dressed up as Principal Matt Severin
group of kids dressed ike mr. Severin
In STEM class, second graders took walks outside each quarter to make observations and take notes of the changes they saw in the landscape. They then too those notes to Art class, where they painted trees to represent each season!
1 day ago, Brandywine Community Schools
four kids standing with collage of nature
nature journaling
nature journaling
Congratulations to the Girls Track Team on being named Regional Champions for the first time in school history! Way to go!
1 day ago, Brandywine Community Schools
Group of girls on track team with coaches
Today is the last day of school for the Class of 2026! Our seniors are out of here!
1 day ago, Brandywine Community Schools
happy last day of school to the class of 2026
Congratulations to Karleigh Byrd and Ryder Richard on being named Athletes of the Year at the Senior Honors Program last night!
2 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
Athletes of the years standing with trophies
Congratulations to Gracie McNamara on receiving the Alpha Beta Award at last night's Senior Honors Program!

The Alpha Beta Award is given to the student who represents the characteristics of scholarship, service, leadership, and character that are held in highest esteem by the school community. They are the heart of Brandywine.
2 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
Gracie mcnamara receiving award from Evan Winkler
Gracie McNamara
Students in Ms. Little's DK class got a glimpse into Kindergarten on Monday! They colored with Mrs. Ackerman's class, asked questions about Kindergarten with Ms. Scafaria, danced with Ms. Knapp's class, and listened to a story with Mrs. Ramos! Kindergarten, here they come!
2 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
students sitting on carpet listening to teacher
students in class dancing
kids sitting in group on floor listening. to teacher read
kids sitting at classroom tables
It's the latest episode of Cat Chat!

Every student’s path to success looks different. For some, the traditional high school setting isn’t the right fit. Others may face academic or behavioral challenges that require a different level of support, flexibility, and structure.

That’s where this team steps in.

While the curriculum is delivered online, the real strength of this program is the people behind it, educators who build relationships, provide consistent support, and help students regain confidence in themselves and their future.
Today, we’re joined by members of our alternative education staff to talk more about what they do, how they support students, and why this work matters so much.

Listen here: https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-15-brandywine-innovation-academy-and-alternative-education
2 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
cat chat
Take a look at this outstanding Surrealism style acrylic painting!
This piece was created by Brandywine High School Junior, Hannah Kubisiak! So cool!
3 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
surrealism pin
Tomorrow's episode of Cat Chat is all about Alternative Education! Mr. Walker sits down with Director of Special and Alternative Education Elise Sorensen-Simpson and BIA Teachers Jeremy Colby and Paula Vide to discuss putting the alternative in alternative education. Tune in tomorrow morning!
3 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
group of 3 teachers speaking on podcast, travis sitting at head of the table with headphones on
On Friday, our March and April Supercats were celebrated! These Supercats are Caring, Are Respectful, Take Responsibility, and are Safe! We are so proud of this group of kiddos!
3 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
ssupercats group of kids with bobcats
ssupercats group of kids with bobcats
Reminder: Wednesday, May 13 is a two hour late start.
4 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
2 hour late start may 13
Friday was "I" is for Ice Pop Day at Merritt! #ABCcountdown
4 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
group of kids standing on the playground with popsicles
Fourth grade is reading the book Holes by Louis Sachar. They are working on visualization, character analysis, prediction, making inferences, point of view, and theme. Throughout the book, students create artwork, write from different perspectives, and write opinion pieces using evidence from the book.

Holes is a 1998 young adult novel by Louis Sachar about Stanley Yelnats, a boy wrongfully convicted of theft and sent to Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention center where he and other boys are forced to dig holes daily, supposedly to build character, but actually to find buried treasure linked to a historical outlaw and a family curse.
4 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
teacher reading to class
Student Council went handmade last week for the MSHS teacher appreciation gifts! The council created handmade, personalized bags, and used a heat press to make fun coasters for each teacher's desk.
4 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
students working on decorating bags
becky turner with bag
Jeff miller with bag
Debbie Carew with bag
Jen hood with bag
barbie starr
teacher with bag
Chris inman
Evan Winkler and josh hood
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:

“I remember the first day of school and I immediately knew I liked Mr. Markel. He’s interactive with us and actually cares about us as humans and not just as students. I really appreciate the bond I’ve had with him this year and I can’t wait for his class again next year.”

-Khloe, Brandywine Student
7 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
“I remember the first day of school and I immediately knew I liked Mr. Markel. He’s interactive with us and actually cares about us as humans and not just as students. I really appreciate the bond I’ve had with him this year and I can’t wait for his class again next year.”  -Khloe, Brandywine Student
Brandywine Community Schools invites staff, students, families, and community members to participate in an important survey. The feedback gathered will be used to develop a comprehensive position profile outlining the characteristics, experiences, and leadership qualities desired in the next superintendent. Your input is a critical part of ensuring the selected candidate reflects the values, priorities, and aspirations of the entire Brandywine community. We strongly encourage all stakeholders to take a few moments to share their perspectives and contribute to this important process. The survey will close on May 18 at 3pm.

Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4tjBFG1
7 days ago, Brandywine Community Schools
superintendent search survey