Copper the Therapy Dog visited the Bobcat Nation class last week!
The class is currently learning about community service and how to pinpoint needs. Copper's handler and Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Lezotte, talked about how Copper was fulfilling a need in the school community. He sure is a sweet pup!
The class is currently learning about community service and how to pinpoint needs. Copper's handler and Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Lezotte, talked about how Copper was fulfilling a need in the school community. He sure is a sweet pup!
Tackle Cancer on October 25 at Brandywine! The football team and student council have joined forces to fight against cancer. At the last home game of the season on October 25 at 1 p.m., donations of money and change will be collected by student council and given to a local cancer fighting organization! Find all your extra change!
This Week in Photos!
Introduction to Advanced 3D Design class at the high school made "Mug Mugs," coffee mugs with expressive faces. They look so fun!
At the Regional Tennis Tournament yesterday, Malachi Gamble won the Regional Championship in 4 Singles. Kyler Marshall was Regional Runner-Up in 3 Singles, and the 2 Doubles team of Hudson Aalfs and Bryce Hood were named Regional Runner-Up. Congratulations to the Boys Tennis team on a great season!
Mrs. Brooks' class is propagating moss in STEM class! They will later use the moss to build their own terrariums!
Looking for the weekend 👀
Yesterday, our School Resource Officer Deputy McG, spoke with the high school health classes about a variety of laws and using DNA evidence in cases. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with our students!
Did you know you can access the district calendar at anytime right on the Brandywine app? Download the app and click "district" calendar. You can also find a detailed calendar that includes athletic events at www.brandywinebobcats.org.
It's Fire Prevention Week and this morning, the Niles Township Fire Department visited Brandywine Elementary to educate our students on fire safety!
Students in Ms. Little's DK class are learning the days of the week! They were really hoping today was Friday.
Are you a Veteran? Join us for breakfast on November 11!
We’re proud to honor those who have served our country! Join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast as we celebrate and thank the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 11
🕗 Time: 9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Brandywine Athletic Community Center
Veterans and their family members are welcome — we’d love to show our appreciation with good food, good company, and heartfelt gratitude. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/yjhbVQ6ebPm5NPoD7
We’re proud to honor those who have served our country! Join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast as we celebrate and thank the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 11
🕗 Time: 9:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Brandywine Athletic Community Center
Veterans and their family members are welcome — we’d love to show our appreciation with good food, good company, and heartfelt gratitude. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/yjhbVQ6ebPm5NPoD7
We caught Mr. Krotzer's students in action this afternoon! Students were tasked with naming five things in Niles, Michigan and had a to make a video of their findings. They also had to describe infrastructure, such as modes of transportation in the city.
Late Start means brunch for lunch!
Strike a pose! Merritt Elementary's picture day is Thursday, October 16!
Our learners in Ms. Gmeiner's DK class, created their very own Leaf Men as part of a book they read - The Leaf Man! They took a nature walk, picking up twigs and leaves for their project, and then came back to the classroom to construct their men! It was a perfect story for fall!
The Leaf Man refers to a children's book by Lois Ehlert. It's a whimsical and visually creative story about a figure made of leaves who is blown away by the wind.
The Leaf Man refers to a children's book by Lois Ehlert. It's a whimsical and visually creative story about a figure made of leaves who is blown away by the wind.
🎙️Season 3, Episode 3: Understanding Interest-Based Bargaining
https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-3-interest-based-bargaining
In this episode of Cat Chat, Superintendent Travis Walker sits down with special guests to discuss the process of interest-based bargaining (IBB) — a collaborative approach to contract negotiations that focuses on problem-solving rather than positions. Together, they break down how IBB works, why Brandywine uses it, and how it helps strengthen relationships between administration and staff while keeping students at the center of every decision.
Tune in to hear insights, examples, and a behind-the-scenes look at how communication and cooperation shape successful negotiations at Brandywine.
🗳 Vote November 4!
On the November 4 ballot, Brandywine Community Schools will have a Sinking Fund Renewal. Is this a tax increase?
The renewal will be for ten years for a rate of 1 mill. This will not be a new tax, though due to the Headlee rollback, less than a full mill (.9913) was levied on properties in 2024, so property owners may see a very slight increase.
A "Headlee rollback" is a provision in Michigan's Headlee Amendment of 1978 that forces local governments to reduce their property tax millage rate if property tax revenues grow faster than the rate of inflation.
On the November 4 ballot, Brandywine Community Schools will have a Sinking Fund Renewal. Is this a tax increase?
The renewal will be for ten years for a rate of 1 mill. This will not be a new tax, though due to the Headlee rollback, less than a full mill (.9913) was levied on properties in 2024, so property owners may see a very slight increase.
A "Headlee rollback" is a provision in Michigan's Headlee Amendment of 1978 that forces local governments to reduce their property tax millage rate if property tax revenues grow faster than the rate of inflation.
Thank you to the Niles Township Fire Department for coming to Merritt Elementary today to teach our students about fire safety!
Students in Mrs. Anderson's sixth grade class have been working on planning and building their very own food trucks! They will present to their class next week, and their projects will be on display for parent teacher conferences!
