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
“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
Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4tjBFG1
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“I like that I can trust Ms. Kella and tell her anything.”
-Tia, Brandywine Student
“I like that I can trust Ms. Kella and tell her anything.”
-Tia, Brandywine Student
This Week in Photos!
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Mrs. High and Mrs. Miller have been the BEST teachers for my son’s first year of school! He absolutely adores them, feels so safe with them, and has learned so much! He’s grown so much because of them not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well! We appreciate all that you do, and most of all I thank you for keeping my baby safe! Keep up the amazing work!!”
-Sara, Brandywine Parent
“Mrs. High and Mrs. Miller have been the BEST teachers for my son’s first year of school! He absolutely adores them, feels so safe with them, and has learned so much! He’s grown so much because of them not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well! We appreciate all that you do, and most of all I thank you for keeping my baby safe! Keep up the amazing work!!”
-Sara, Brandywine Parent
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“We are so grateful for Mrs. Knapp and the incredible care she’s shown our son during his transition into kindergarten. Starting school can be such a big and sometimes overwhelming step, but her patience, understanding, and dedication have made all the difference.
Being able to communicate through the app has meant so much to us—it’s reassuring to stay connected and feel supported every step of the way. It’s clear how much effort and heart she puts into her classroom and each of her students.
Thank you, Mrs. Knapp, for creating a safe, encouraging, and nurturing environment. We truly appreciate everything you do!”
-Carley, Brandywine Parent
District Release forms are being accepted for the 2026-2027 school year! These are the current grade openings. Find the form and turn in to our Pupil Accounting Specialist, Sue Kruck, at Central Office. https://aptg.co/sg3JqP
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Teacher appreciation may only last a week, but our family appreciates Mrs. Heffner all year long. Elliott immediately gravitated toward her, and it’s easy to see why. Her patience, kindness, and genuine care—not just for Elliott, but for every student and their individual growth—make a difference each and every day.
I especially appreciate the thoughtful messages she shares, whether it’s about a great day Elliott had or those special “lightbulb” moments in reading and writing. Teachers like Mrs. Heffner are what set Brandywine apart, and we are so proud to be part of it!”
-Ashley, Brandywine Parent
“Teacher appreciation may only last a week, but our family appreciates Mrs. Heffner all year long. Elliott immediately gravitated toward her, and it’s easy to see why. Her patience, kindness, and genuine care—not just for Elliott, but for every student and their individual growth—make a difference each and every day.
I especially appreciate the thoughtful messages she shares, whether it’s about a great day Elliott had or those special “lightbulb” moments in reading and writing. Teachers like Mrs. Heffner are what set Brandywine apart, and we are so proud to be part of it!”
-Ashley, Brandywine Parent
We have Bobcat Spirit Shirts available! All proceeds for this Brandywine Bobcats shirt will go towards Middle School Field Day. Orders are due by May 15, and will be available for pick up on May 28 at the high school.
Order here: https://www.createmytee.com/Join/385572
Order here: https://www.createmytee.com/Join/385572
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Ms. Janke welcomed Avery into her class and has been great to him! He loves her class. He has learned SO MUCH in the few months he’s been here, and she has made him so comfortable! So grateful for her!”
-Katie, Brandywine Parent
“Ms. Janke welcomed Avery into her class and has been great to him! He loves her class. He has learned SO MUCH in the few months he’s been here, and she has made him so comfortable! So grateful for her!”
-Katie, Brandywine Parent
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Mrs. Kern helped me so much in anatomy my junior year, and she kept my motivation up to do my work well.”
-Aleyna, Brandywine Student
“Mrs. Kern helped me so much in anatomy my junior year, and she kept my motivation up to do my work well.”
-Aleyna, Brandywine Student
Peter Pan Jr. premieres tonight!
Our Brandywine Elementary students have worked extremely hard in the past few months on this musical! Fly off to Neverland at 7 p.m. in the Brandywine Elementary gymnasium. There is a second show on Friday at 7 p.m.
Our Brandywine Elementary students have worked extremely hard in the past few months on this musical! Fly off to Neverland at 7 p.m. in the Brandywine Elementary gymnasium. There is a second show on Friday at 7 p.m.
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“I’d like to celebrate Mrs. Frye, my daughter Navi absolutely adores her as her 3rd grade teacher!
Every time we’ve met with Mrs. Frye she’s always been so kind and very understanding definitely one of our favorite!”
-Vonda, Brandywine Parent
“I’d like to celebrate Mrs. Frye, my daughter Navi absolutely adores her as her 3rd grade teacher!
Every time we’ve met with Mrs. Frye she’s always been so kind and very understanding definitely one of our favorite!”
-Vonda, Brandywine Parent
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Mrs. Williams is a great asset for Brandywine Community Schools as a whole. She has been invaluable for our son Lyle and the perfect teacher to keep him accountable while also letting him grow and learn. We are forever grateful for her this year.”
-Jen and Lyle, Brandywine Parents
“Mrs. Williams is a great asset for Brandywine Community Schools as a whole. She has been invaluable for our son Lyle and the perfect teacher to keep him accountable while also letting him grow and learn. We are forever grateful for her this year.”
-Jen and Lyle, Brandywine Parents
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“I am a parent of a student in Mrs. High’s GSRP classroom. This program was easily the best choice I made for my child last fall. She has gone above and beyond for my child and the difference between the beginning of the year and now is astounding! It truly is amazing to see a teacher put in so much effort every single day and into every single child in her room. It’s easy to see how much she loves her job and how much she prioritizes it.”
-Danielle, Brandywine Parent
“I am a parent of a student in Mrs. High’s GSRP classroom. This program was easily the best choice I made for my child last fall. She has gone above and beyond for my child and the difference between the beginning of the year and now is astounding! It truly is amazing to see a teacher put in so much effort every single day and into every single child in her room. It’s easy to see how much she loves her job and how much she prioritizes it.”
-Danielle, Brandywine Parent
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“A special thank you to Mrs. Alstott for the dedication and commitment you bring to teaching each day—your lifelong passion for educating and guiding your students is truly appreciated.”
-Kara, Brandywine Parent
“A special thank you to Mrs. Alstott for the dedication and commitment you bring to teaching each day—your lifelong passion for educating and guiding your students is truly appreciated.”
-Kara, Brandywine Parent
Mr. Knapp's class updated the showcase by the Principal's office at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School! They dreamed up a new design, created the letters for their design, and painted. It looks great!
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Mr.Mac. I have never liked world history but the way he teaches makes it fun, easy to do, and understand.”
-Madison, Brandywine Student
“Mr.Mac. I have never liked world history but the way he teaches makes it fun, easy to do, and understand.”
-Madison, Brandywine Student
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! We asked our community what makes our teachers so special. Here's what they said:
“Ms. Clingaman has been such a wonderful teacher for my daughter Olivia. She creates engagement in the classroom and has been great at encouraging her to make friends and be involved.”
-Christine, Brandywine Parent
“Ms. Clingaman has been such a wonderful teacher for my daughter Olivia. She creates engagement in the classroom and has been great at encouraging her to make friends and be involved.”
-Christine, Brandywine Parent
🚀 The Future is Bright at Merritt Elementary! 🌟
Yesterday was "F" is for Future Day, and our hallways were buzzing with the dreams of tomorrow! From future doctors and princesses to artists and police officers, our Merritt kiddos proved that there’s no limit to what they can achieve.
Yesterday was "F" is for Future Day, and our hallways were buzzing with the dreams of tomorrow! From future doctors and princesses to artists and police officers, our Merritt kiddos proved that there’s no limit to what they can achieve.
