"What is Christmas?Β It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future." ~ Agnes M Pahro
Learning Environment/Culture
Breckenridge Community Schools will build relationships with a focus on creating engaging opportunities that encourage student involvement.Β
ππΆ Busy Week for the Huskies! π¨π
It's been an exciting week in athletics, and thereβs more to come! Here's what's happening leading up to Christmas Break:
Dec. 13: JV/Varsity Boys Basketball, 5th Quarter @ Breckenridge United Methodist Church
Dec. 14: Bowling @ St. Charles
Dec. 15: Winter Concert @ 3 PM
Dec. 16: K-1 BES Fine Arts Night @ 6 PM, BOE Meeting @ 7 PM
Dec. 17: JV Girls Basketball @ Carson City, 5:30 PM
Dec. 18: JV/Varsity Boys Basketball Home vs. Carson City, 5:30 PM
Dec. 19: JV/Varsity Girls Basketball @ Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart, 5:30 PM
Dec. 20: Half Day of School, JV/Varsity Boys Basketball @ Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart, 5:30 PM
Dec. 21 - Jan. 5: Christmas Break!
Letβs cheer on our students and enjoy the holiday season together. Go Huskies! ππ
The holiday spirit is alive at BCS! π π The MS/HS staff are enjoying Secret Santa fun, spreading joy with thoughtful gifts. BES staff and students have been celebrating with festive dress-up days like Scarf Day, Slipper Day, and Santa Hat Day. At MS/HS, themes like Ugly Sweater Day and "Two Turtle Doves" Twin Day have brought smiles all around. Thank you to everyone for creating such a cheerful and festive atmosphere! Go Huskies! ππΒ
November Students/Staff of the Month:
We're thrilled to announce our Students and Staff Member of the Month for November! Weston Short,Β Harland Story, Mrs. Marr, Sophia Goodrich, Skilyar Lewis, and Aubrey Peak (not pictured).Β These outstanding individuals received PBIS referrals for exemplifying our P.R.I.D.E. values:
- Participation
- Respect
- Integrity
- Determination
- Excellence
To our amazing students and staff member:Your commitment to these principles makes our school a better place. You show up, treat others with kindness, do the right thing even when no one's watching, never give up, and always give your best effort.
Thank you for being shining examples of P.R.I.D.E. in action! Your positive attitudes and actions inspire us all.
Keep up the great work - we're so proud of you!
Congratulations to our BES Students of the Month! π These outstanding students were nominated by their teachers for demonstrating hard work in the classroom and exceptional citizenship. π Thank you for being role models and representing the Huskie spirit so well. Keep up the great work, kiddos! ππΒ
Our middle school students had a blast this week roller skating at Rainbow Gardens! πΌ It was a fun-filled day packed with energy, laughter, and great memories. Thank you to everyone who helped organize this exciting outing for our Huskies! ππΒ
Our BHS student section has been incredible, showing energy and pride at every game. Thank you to our community members for coming out to cheer on our athletes and for fostering such a supportive atmosphere. Itβs wonderful to see our teams rallying for one anotherβour athletes supporting each other across games. Letβs keep up the Huskies spirit! ππΒ
Communications/Community Engagement:Β Β
Breckenridge Community Schools will promote collaborative partnerships between the school, parents, and community to increase communication and engagement.Β
π FFA Toy Show Success! π
The annual Breckenridge FFA Alumni Toy Show was a fantastic event! A big thank you to our alumni, current FFA members, volunteers, and vendors for making this community tradition so impactful. This event continues to bring people together and showcases the strong community spirit we have here in Breckenridge.
Thank you for your support, and Go Huskies! ππ
Academics/Programs
Breckenridge Community Schools will provide the time and resources to collaboratively and continually align PK-12 curriculum. Β Β
Due to the BES K-1st Grade Fine Arts Night, the BCS Board of Education meeting will begin at 7 PM this month. π¨πΆ Join us to celebrate our students' creativity, then stay to hear about the latest happenings in the district. Your support makes a difference! πΎ
π A big thank you to our amazing GSRP staff for their fantastic work planning last week's Christmas program! π These four ladies did an excellent job working with our littlest Huskies and connecting with families. Your dedication and creativity made the event a special experience for everyone involved. We are so grateful for all you do! ππ
π Mentorship in Action! π
Each month, our high school students spend time with Breckenridge Elementary students, building connections, modeling positive behavior, and demonstrating leadership. πΎ These interactions foster mentorship and create special moments for all involved.
Huge thanks to our dedicated staff for organizing this incredible opportunity! Judging by the smiles, it's clear this is a favorite day for everyone. ππ
Miss Petermanβs second-grade class got a creative treat! π§£ Her students designed their dream scarves, and she brought their designs to life, creating personalized scarves for each one of them. What an incredible way to make her students feel special and showcase their creativity. Thank you, Miss Peterman, for your dedication and thoughtful care! ππ
ππΎ After-School Tutoring is Back for our Huskies! πΎπ
Starting Oct. 22nd β Dec. 19th, weβre offering tutoring sessions every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:05 β 4:05 PM in the MS/HS Library (LMC) for all 6th-12th grade students!
Our dedicated tutors, Ms. Summer Nobis and Mr. Jack Poling, are here to support with: β Missing assignments β Work Completion β Test prep & study skills β Addressing skill gaps with IXL & NWEA data β Monitoring grades in PowerSchool & communication with teachers/parents
π« Important Notes: β No transportation home is provided. β If your child signs up, they must stay for the entire session. β Parents/Guardians: Please complete one form per student if you have multiple children attending.
Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfl8jiYNFvslV.../viewform
Let's help our Huskies thrive! ππ
π Attention Seniors and Senior Parents! π
If youβre planning for college next fall, itβs time to complete the FAFSA! This is an essential step in securing financial aid for your education.
π Visit the website to get started: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
If you have any questions or need assistance, donβt hesitate to reach out to Mr. Cannonβheβs here to help!
πβ¨ Scholarship Opportunity Alert! β¨π
The Gratiot Community Foundation has scholarships available for high school seniors and recent graduates planning to further their education.
π Deadline: January 31, 2025
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to help fund your future! Review the letter for more details and get started on your application today.
Personnel/LeadershipΒ
Breckenridge Community Schools will support, recruit, and retain highly qualified personnel to collaborate and meet the needs of our students.Β
π Behind the Scenes at BCS! π
This week, our administration and School Improvement Team reviewed data from students, staff, and community surveys. Strengths include improved overall feedback participation and the commitment of staff to student success.Β
A huge thank you to our School Improvement Team for their dedication to analyzing this data and creating actionable goals to strengthen our district! Also, thank you to parents, staff, and students who provide feedback.ππ
π Join Our Team at Breckenridge Community Schools! π
Weβre hiring! We're looking for a Bus Driver and a MS/HS Administrative Assistant.Β
If you have a passion for working with kids and want to make a positive impact in the lives of our students, weβd love to welcome you to the Huskie team! πΎππ
π Apply today to become part of our team! π
πΎ Join the BES PTA! πΎ
Looking for a way to volunteer and get involved in our school? Join the BES PTA!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at the last meeting! π So many amazing ideas were shared, and weβre excited to get started supporting our little Huskies, our school, and the community. ππ
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NEXT MEETING:
ποΈ January 8th
β° 6:00 PM
π American Legion
Weβd love to see you there! Letβs make a difference together! πΎ
OperationsΒ
Breckenridge Community Schools will strategically utilize resources to provide an optimal environment forΒ
staff, students, and community.
Through the support of the Community Foundation Grant, every BES student will receive a Breckenridge Huskies shirt! ππ A huge thank you to the Community Foundation for their continued investment in our students and schools. Your generosity makes a big difference in fostering school spirit and community pride. πΎ
βοΈβοΈ Snow Day Alerts! βοΈβοΈ
π¨οΈ To keep everyone informed, we send updates via text and phone messages, BCS app, social media, and notify local TV stations ABC 12 and WNEM 5.
Parents, if you are not receiving text/phone notifications, please reach out to one of our offices, and weβll make sure to get you signed up!
Stay warm, Huskies, and make sure your contact information is up to date so you donβt miss future announcements! ππ