Lauren Smyth from St. Margaret’s House recently visited our school to accept a $600 donation from our middle school elective class, Creative Cats.
Creative Cats teaches students foundational entrepreneurial skills as they develop and carry out a business plan. Throughout the semester, students design craft projects, create handmade items, and sell their products, all with the goal of raising money to donate to an organization they choose together.
This semester, students selected St. Margaret’s House, an organization that provides essential services to women in the South Bend area. Way to go, Cats!
Creative Cats teaches students foundational entrepreneurial skills as they develop and carry out a business plan. Throughout the semester, students design craft projects, create handmade items, and sell their products, all with the goal of raising money to donate to an organization they choose together.
This semester, students selected St. Margaret’s House, an organization that provides essential services to women in the South Bend area. Way to go, Cats!
Our little learners have been practicing their writing skills, by identifying parts of a sentence and learning personal narratives. Seeing a student transition from scribbles to sentences is a front row seat experience!
More than just a seat in the classroom—a voice in the circle. ⭕️❤️ When students feel seen and heard, they are more ready to learn. That's why our elementary students practice Circle Time.
Build Real Connections: Classmates get to know each other on a deeper level, creating a true sense of belonging.
Grow in Confidence: When a student’s ideas are valued by peers and teachers, their self-esteem soars.
Practice Empathy: Students learn the life-long skills of active listening and mutual respect.
Take Ownership: Circles allow students to learn from one another, sharing the lead in their own education.
By prioritizing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), we aren't just teaching academics—we’re building a kinder, more inclusive community. 🌟 #thebrandywinedifference
Build Real Connections: Classmates get to know each other on a deeper level, creating a true sense of belonging.
Grow in Confidence: When a student’s ideas are valued by peers and teachers, their self-esteem soars.
Practice Empathy: Students learn the life-long skills of active listening and mutual respect.
Take Ownership: Circles allow students to learn from one another, sharing the lead in their own education.
By prioritizing Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), we aren't just teaching academics—we’re building a kinder, more inclusive community. 🌟 #thebrandywinedifference
It's time for Coffee & Collaboration with Superintendent Travis Walker! Coffee will be sponsored by 2nd & Main!
We will be holding our next collaboration on Wednesday, January 28 at 5 p.m. at Merritt Elementary. Coffee & Collaboration will give Mr. Walker a chance to provide updates on school projects and initiatives, and give families the opportunity to voice concerns or ask questions. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/FbpJkSds91vLAtEr6
We will be holding our next collaboration on Wednesday, January 28 at 5 p.m. at Merritt Elementary. Coffee & Collaboration will give Mr. Walker a chance to provide updates on school projects and initiatives, and give families the opportunity to voice concerns or ask questions. RSVP today! https://forms.gle/FbpJkSds91vLAtEr6
Special Delivery! 📦✨ Mrs. Gambino’s class just got a major surprise from the Notre Dame football team!
After writing letters to the players and coaches, our students received their first goodie bag yesterday. Swipe to see the pure joy! ➡️
Nothing beats seeing our students connect with their local heroes. Thank you, Irish! ☘️💪
After writing letters to the players and coaches, our students received their first goodie bag yesterday. Swipe to see the pure joy! ➡️
Nothing beats seeing our students connect with their local heroes. Thank you, Irish! ☘️💪
🏀 CALLING ALL BOBCAT LEGENDS!
We are bringing the history of Brandywine Girls Basketball back to the court! On January 30, during our home game against Buchanan, we will be honoring the incredible teams and coaches from our 2000, 2010, and 2016 Final Four appearances.
We want to see as many former players and coaches as possible back in the gym where it all happened. Help us spread the word!
📅 Date: January 30
📍 Location: Brandywine High School (vs. Buchanan)
🎟 RSVP: Please contact David Sidenbender at dsidenbender@brandywinebobcats.org to confirm your attendance.
We are bringing the history of Brandywine Girls Basketball back to the court! On January 30, during our home game against Buchanan, we will be honoring the incredible teams and coaches from our 2000, 2010, and 2016 Final Four appearances.
We want to see as many former players and coaches as possible back in the gym where it all happened. Help us spread the word!
📅 Date: January 30
📍 Location: Brandywine High School (vs. Buchanan)
🎟 RSVP: Please contact David Sidenbender at dsidenbender@brandywinebobcats.org to confirm your attendance.
Stormeigh had to dress the part for her 8th birthday AND being on video! Happy Birthday to second grader Stormeigh! She was also one of the guests on our Tall Tales Cat Chat episode a few months ago. Check it out here: https://sites.libsyn.com/497938/season-3-episode-5-tall-tales-fairy-tales-with-second-grade
The #3 ranked Girls Basketball team defeated Michigan Lutheran last night to set up a clash of undefeated teams tonight at Gobles. The game will be at Gobles High School at 7 p.m. See you there!
Happy kiddos, excited to be back in the classroom!
🐾Character Trait of the Week: LOVE🐾
Love means caring deeply for others, showing kindness, and building positive relationships with friends, family, and teachers. It involves kindness, compassion, gratitude, respect, and affection.
Love means caring deeply for others, showing kindness, and building positive relationships with friends, family, and teachers. It involves kindness, compassion, gratitude, respect, and affection.
On December 20, Brandywine hosted the 2nd Annual Cat Lady Wrestling Invite. There were 25+ schools and 130+ girls from around the state in attendance. Bellevue won and Dowagiac finished 2nd in the invite. Congratulations!
Reminder! Middle School Girls Basketball Tryouts January 5-6 from 4-5 p.m. at the Brandywine Elementary Gym. A current physical must be on file.
Don't forget, your student can get free breakfast at school! Start the day right with a healthy meal! 🥣
Merritt Elementary School! 🍎 Serving Time: 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM
Brandywine Elementary School! 🍎 Serving Time: 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM
Brandywine Midde/Senior High School! 🍎 Serving Time: 7:15 AM - 7:45 AM
Brandywine Innovation Academy! 🍎 Serving Time: 8 AM - 8:30 AM
Merritt Elementary School! 🍎 Serving Time: 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM
Brandywine Elementary School! 🍎 Serving Time: 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM
Brandywine Midde/Senior High School! 🍎 Serving Time: 7:15 AM - 7:45 AM
Brandywine Innovation Academy! 🍎 Serving Time: 8 AM - 8:30 AM
We'll see you all back in the classroom on January 5!
As we celebrate School Board Recognition Month, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all school board members for their dedication and commitment to our students' education. To read more about our Board Members, visit our website: https://www.brandywinebobcats.org/page/board-members
Happy New Year, Bobcats! #2026
Mark your calendars! Project Graduation is planning a Quarter Paddle Auction for Thursday, January 8 at The Grand LV from 6 - 9 p.m. Join the fun and support our seniors!
Happy Holidays from all of us at Brandywine Community Schools!
Middle School Wrestling practices will begin after break on January 5 from 4 -6 p.m. at the Brandywine Middle/Senior High School Gym. This will be for grades 6-8.
Our offices will be closed for the holidays from December 22 - January 2. We will reopen on January 5.
