So, what’s the difference between a Sinking Fund and an Operating Millage?
✔️ Sinking Fund – pays for building repairs, safety improvements, technology, and facility upkeep.
✔️ Operating Millage – pays for day-to-day learning costs like staff, supplies, and classroom needs.
This renewal is not 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. This is a continuation of existing support for our schools. 🐾
Our "Football Buddies" were recognized at the Homecoming game on Friday! A special thanks to these staff members for supporting our athletes.
Football Buddies is a new program bringing together our athletes and staff! Each player is paired with a Brandywine staff member, checking in with their “buddy” on game days for a quick visit. #thebrandywinedifference
Our kindergarteners and seniors will meet at the 50-yard line next week, October 3, for a heartwarming walk that brings together the youngest and oldest Bobcats. A special moment of school spirit, community, and pride you won’t want to miss! 🐾
Kindergarteners should meet by "Nate's rock" between 6 and 6:15 p.m. and the walk will take place at 6:15 prior to the start of the football game.
Math Bins in Action!
Our math bins are giving our first grade students the chance to explore math in fun and creative ways! Some bins encourage open-ended exploration, where kids build with materials, notice patterns, and share their thinking during math talks. Other bins are designed for skill practice through games—like recognizing numbers within 20 and matching them to a “10 and more” fact (such as 10 + 5). Students also enjoy activities like Spin and Write, where they practice writing numbers while keeping it playful and engaging. #thebrandywinedifference
Math skills + creativity = a win! 🎲🔢
Each student counted on this day translates into state funding for public school districts. It is crucial for students to attend school on Count Day to ensure their attendance is recorded accurately.
Our kindergarteners and seniors will meet at the 50-yard line next week, October 3, for a heartwarming walk that brings together the youngest and oldest Bobcats. A special moment of school spirit, community, and pride you won’t want to miss! 🐾
Kindergarteners should meet by "Nate's rock" between 6 and 6:15 p.m. and the walk will take place at 6:15 prior to the start of the football game.
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. This millage will provide estimated revenues of $424,000 during the 2026 school year if approved and levied.
Count Day is when all public schools in Michigan tally the number of students attending their schools. Count information is critical to districts, because each student translates into state funding. Fall counts represent 90% of state funding.
Our Bobcats are rocking the colors and showing their school spirit in style.
Whether you bleed green, wear blue, or cheer in red—Favorite Team Spirit Day is the time to represent your crew.
From baseball caps to cowboy hats, beanies to bucket hats—students are showing off their style and school spirit! 🐾
Creativity is the ability to come up with new and fun ideas, think in different ways, and use your imagination to make things. It means using your mind to come up with unique solutions and express yourself in exciting ways.
Reminder: Wednesday, September 24 is a late start day for all students. Students will start school two hours late to provide time for teacher professional development.
