It's a new episode of Cat Chat!
Today’s episode is focused on one of the most important milestones for young families, starting school. With Kindergarten Roundup just around the corner, we wanted to help parents better understand what the early years look like and how to prepare their children for success.
Mr. Walker sits down with three of our outstanding teachers, representing Pre-K Maddi High, Developmental Kindergarten Brittney Gmeiner, and Kindergarten Amy Ramos. They'll be talking about the differences between these programs, what families can do at home to build readiness, and what the first weeks of school are really like. Whether your child is approaching school age now or in the near future, our goal is to give you helpful insight and reassurance as you plan for this exciting step. https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-13-kindergarten-round-up
Attention current fifth graders! Sixth grade band sign-ups for the 2026-2027 school year will take place Monday, April 27 from 6 - 7 p.m. in the Brandywine Elementary cafeteria. Sign up to be a part of an amazing program!
Mrs. High's Preschool class had some special visitors today - red worms and nightcrawlers! The class is starting a unit on plants and kicked it off by learning about worms and their role in growing big, strong plants! They learned about the body parts of a worm, what a worm eats, how it moves through the soil, and the nutrients it gives back with its castings.
Students in fifth grade STEM class recently built their own boats and tested how far they could travel! Engineering at its best!
We're highlighting members of our staff! 🐾
Meet Primitiva McClellan, Cooks Helper at Brandywine Elementary!
Primitiva graduated from Brandywine in 2015 and has been working at the school for four years. She loves coming to work and seeing students enjoying their lunch.
She has two kids - a second grader and a kindergartener. In their free time they enjoy playing games, playing with their two pet rats, and going on walks when it's warm! Thank you for being a Bobcat, Primitiva!
Meet Primitiva McClellan, Cooks Helper at Brandywine Elementary!
Primitiva graduated from Brandywine in 2015 and has been working at the school for four years. She loves coming to work and seeing students enjoying their lunch.
She has two kids - a second grader and a kindergartener. In their free time they enjoy playing games, playing with their two pet rats, and going on walks when it's warm! Thank you for being a Bobcat, Primitiva!
Tune in tomorrow morning for a new episode of Cat Chat, where we're talking Kindergarten Round Up!
Mr. Walker sits down with three of our outstanding teachers, representing Pre-K Maddi High, Developmental Kindergarten Brittney Gmeiner, and Kindergarten Amy Ramos. They'll be talking about the differences between these programs, what families can do at home to build readiness, and what the first weeks of school are really like. Whether your child is approaching school age now or in the near future, our goal is to give you helpful insight and reassurance as you plan for this exciting step.
Mr. Walker sits down with three of our outstanding teachers, representing Pre-K Maddi High, Developmental Kindergarten Brittney Gmeiner, and Kindergarten Amy Ramos. They'll be talking about the differences between these programs, what families can do at home to build readiness, and what the first weeks of school are really like. Whether your child is approaching school age now or in the near future, our goal is to give you helpful insight and reassurance as you plan for this exciting step.
Reminder: Wednesday, April 8 is a late start
Eighth graders played a classic round of The Oregon Trail recently!
It turns out that managing oxen and river crossings is a lot harder than they expected. The class had one successful arrival in Oregon, but plenty of broken wagon wheel axels and dysentery on the way. Who remembers how stressful 8-bit graphics can be!?
It turns out that managing oxen and river crossings is a lot harder than they expected. The class had one successful arrival in Oregon, but plenty of broken wagon wheel axels and dysentery on the way. Who remembers how stressful 8-bit graphics can be!?
The next Coffee & Collaboration with Mr. Walker is this Wednesday, April 8 at 5 p.m. at Brandywine Elementary. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and hear district updates. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4dgO1KV
🐾Character Trait of the Week: OPTIMISM🐾
Optimism means having a positive attitude and believing that good things will happen. It’s about expecting the best from situations, focusing on solutions rather than problems, and keeping hope even when things are difficult.
Optimism means having a positive attitude and believing that good things will happen. It’s about expecting the best from situations, focusing on solutions rather than problems, and keeping hope even when things are difficult.
Before Spring Break, our January and February Supercats from Merritt Elementary were celebrated at an assembly! Congratulations to our Supercats!
Kindergarten/Preschool Round Up is Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. at Merritt Elementary! If you have a child that will be 5 by September 1 (4 for Preschool), you should attend this event to get a head start on your child's school career.
Families will meet with staff, learn more about our available programs, and be able to enroll their child. To enroll, you will need immunization records, official birth certificate, and proof of residency.
Learn more: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/mes/page/kindergarten-registration
Families will meet with staff, learn more about our available programs, and be able to enroll their child. To enroll, you will need immunization records, official birth certificate, and proof of residency.
Learn more: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/o/mes/page/kindergarten-registration
We are a week out from the next Coffee & Collaboration - taking place on April 8 at 5 p.m. at Brandywine Elementary. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4dgO1KV
Happy Paraprofessional Day!
Thank you to our Paraprofessionals for the extra support they provide our students and staff in and out of the classroom!
Thank you to our Paraprofessionals for the extra support they provide our students and staff in and out of the classroom!
Brandywine Track & Field/Wrestling will have their metal recycling drive on Saturday, April 18 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Brandywine Middle/Senior High School.
They will accept anything with metal, as well as computers, cars, and TVs. There is no drop-off fee. If you are unable to drop off, pick up is available. Call Rex Pomranka at 269-683-4800 ext 3307 or email brandywinemetal@gmail.com to make an appointment.
They will accept anything with metal, as well as computers, cars, and TVs. There is no drop-off fee. If you are unable to drop off, pick up is available. Call Rex Pomranka at 269-683-4800 ext 3307 or email brandywinemetal@gmail.com to make an appointment.
Students from fifth grade classes had an opportunity yesterday to try out band instruments with professional instrument fitters. Band sign ups for sixth grade will be coming soon!
We hope everyone has a fabulous Spring Break! See you back in class April 6.
This Week in Photos!
Ms. Gmeiner's class celebrated reading Thumbelina last week by making tiny fairy gardens in the outdoor classroom!
Our offices will be closed during Spring Break, March 30 - April 3. Have a great break!
