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.
🐾Character Trait of the Week: HUMILITY🐾
Humility means being modest and not bragging about your accomplishments, even when they do something well. It’s about recognizing your strengths while also understanding that everyone has room to grow and learn.
Humility means being modest and not bragging about your accomplishments, even when they do something well. It’s about recognizing your strengths while also understanding that everyone has room to grow and learn.
Niles-Brandywine Girls Softball registration is now open for girls 4-18. For more information and to register, visit www.nbgsasoftball.com. Register by April 12.
Next Thursday, our Brandywine 8th Grade Band and High School Band will perform in their Pre-Festival Concert at 7 p.m. in the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School gym. See you there!
Fifth grader Alexia created this awesome painting at home to hang up in the Brandywine Elementary art room!
February is Career and Technical Education Month! To celebrate, local counselors and county CTE members visited Brandywine's machine shop, wood shop, and broadcasting classes today.
Students showcased how machines work, how wood is cut and sanded, and two lucky winners were able to try their hand at a live broadcast.
Students showcased how machines work, how wood is cut and sanded, and two lucky winners were able to try their hand at a live broadcast.
This Week in Photos!
Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Parent Teacher Conferences will be on Wednesday, February 11 from 4 - 7 p.m. The conferences are held on a drop-in basis!
Good morning Bobcats, due to a recent change in visibility for our driving conditions, Brandywine Community Schools is going to open today under a two hour delay.
Mrs. Murray's 7th grade science class is testing chemical reactions!
Today, each group did a lab mixing different ingredients together and measuring the temperature change. One group mixed vinegar and baking soda, another group mixed root killer, saltwater, and aluminum foil. At the end, they'll compare their results. The goal of the experiment is to see what reaction heats up the fastest in order to heat food in an emergency.
Today, each group did a lab mixing different ingredients together and measuring the temperature change. One group mixed vinegar and baking soda, another group mixed root killer, saltwater, and aluminum foil. At the end, they'll compare their results. The goal of the experiment is to see what reaction heats up the fastest in order to heat food in an emergency.
Mrs. Hefner's first graders had their "Cozy Up to a Good Book" day yesterday and read "If You Give A Pig a Pancake." They celebrated with a snack of mini pancakes and a writing craft.
Copper is enjoying all of his student visits!
Three 6th grade Bobcats earned a reward visit with Copper last week. Way to go Alivia Flynn, Ana Dodd, and Elias Young! Thank you for modeling good behavior for your peers!
Three 6th grade Bobcats earned a reward visit with Copper last week. Way to go Alivia Flynn, Ana Dodd, and Elias Young! Thank you for modeling good behavior for your peers!
Through the Operation Warm Program, Brandywine Community Schools has received a donation of several brand new coats for students in need. If you have a child who wears a size 2T - Youth 18 and is in need of a winter coat, please complete the Google form. https://bit.ly/4ql3FI3
First graders in Ms. Janke's class are over the moon!
Today in their Astronomy unit, they learned some of the phases of the moon, and practiced creating them with Oreo cookies! The best part - they were able to eat their moons afterwards.
Today in their Astronomy unit, they learned some of the phases of the moon, and practiced creating them with Oreo cookies! The best part - they were able to eat their moons afterwards.
