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"Obsticles are inevitable, but quitting isnt." ~Vince Lombardi
Learning Environment/Culture
Breckenridge Community Schools will build relationships with a focus on creating engaging opportunities that encourage student involvement.
🌟 Check Out the Wonderful Wall of Work at Breckenridge Elementary! 🖼️✏️
Our talented Huskies have been hard at work, and it shows! The Wonderful Wall of Work is now on display, showcasing incredible creativity, effort, and excellence from our elementary students.
Stop by to see the amazing projects and achievements that make our school community shine! 🎨📚
Way to go, Huskies—keep up the fantastic work! 💙💛
💙 BCS Showed Lions Pride Last Friday! 🦁
Friday afternoon, Huskies across Breckenridge Community Schools wore their Detroit Lions gear to cheer on our team! It was great to see our school community come together to show support and team spirit.
Thank you to everyone who participated—what an amazing way to celebrate both Huskie and Lions pride! 🏈✨
Communications/Community Engagement:
Breckenridge Community Schools will promote collaborative partnerships between the school, parents, and community to increase communication and engagement.
📢 January Edition of Huskie News is Here! 🐾
Stay up-to-date with all the latest happenings at Breckenridge Community Schools! This month's edition is packed with important updates, upcoming events, and celebrations of our amazing students and staff. 💙💛
📰 Read it now: January Huskie News
🚶♂️❄️ Love an evening stroll but not the winter chill? We've got you covered!
Breckenridge Elementary is open for walkers from 5-8 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you'd like to take advantage of this indoor walking opportunity, contact Erin in Central Office to get a keycard.
Stay active and warm this winter! 💙💛
📱 Exciting Update for the BCS App! 📱
Apptegy is rolling out a new update for our Breckenridge Community Schools app next week! This update will enhance the app to better serve our staff, students, and parents.
Once the update is live, the district will provide resources to help parents navigate the new features. Look for more details in my upcoming weekly email/newsletter!
Thank you for continuing to engage with the app – your feedback helps Apptegy make improvements that benefit our entire school community!
Check out this video for a sneak peek at what's coming:
🎥 Watch Here
📣 Shoutout to the Breckenridge Elementary PTO! 💙💛
A big THANK YOU to our PTO for providing snacks for the staff lounge at BES! 🍎🍪 Your thoughtfulness and partnership mean the world to our team.
We’re grateful for everything you do to support our staff and students! 🐾
🏀 Huskie Pride in Action! 💙💛
A huge thank you to the Breckenridge Youth Basketball Association for partnering with our JV/Varsity teams to support the youth camp over the past few weekends! 🙌
It’s always amazing to see our big and little Huskies learning from each other and growing together. 🐾 💪
Keep up the great work, Huskies! 💙💛
Important Information Regarding Recent Cybersecurity Incident
Academics/Programs
Breckenridge Community Schools will provide the time and resources to collaboratively and continually align PK-12 curriculum.
🌾🐑 FFA in Action! 💙💛
Our FFA students are hard at work preparing for their winter contests! January will be a busy month as they gear up for districts later this month. 💪
We’re also excited to have some wooly visitors in the barn! 🐑 The sheep are here to provide real-life lambing experiences for our students. Aren’t they just the cutest? 😍
Way to go, FFA! Keep up the great work! 🐾
🐑 Exciting News at BHS!
On Friday, our first round of baby lambs arrived at Breckenridge High School! This real-life, hands-on learning opportunity is a wonderful way for our students to engage with agriculture and animal care.
We’re so excited to see the impact this experience will have on our students. Welcome to the flock! 💙💛
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) at BCS
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) at BCS
At Breckenridge Community Schools, we remain deeply committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our students through Social-Emotional Learning (SEL). SEL is a vital part of our mission to educate, support, and inspire each student to achieve personal excellence and success. This approach not only enhances academic achievement but also builds essential life skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and relationship-building.
SEL Practices at BCS
SEL Practices at BCS
At BCS, we are focused on creating meaningful connections between students and caring adults. One specific question that drives our efforts is: Does each student feel that they have at least one adult they feel comfortable reaching out to? This guiding question shapes how we approach our interactions with students, ensuring every child feels seen, heard, and supported.
Our staff is dedicated to building strong relationships with students through:
Check-ins: Teachers take time to greet students and ask how they are feeling.
Classroom SEL Activities: Lessons incorporate discussions about emotions, coping strategies, and teamwork.
Open Door Policies: Staff members encourage students to reach out whenever they need support.
Mentoring Programs: Students are paired with adults or older peers who can provide guidance and encouragement.
Partnering with Parents
Partnering with Parents
Parents play a critical role in fostering SEL at home. By working together, we can help students thrive. Here are some ways parents can have a lasting impact:
Spend Quality Time Together: Engage in activities your child enjoys, like playing a game, reading, or taking a walk. These moments create lasting bonds.
Be Curious About Their Interests: Show genuine interest in what your child is passionate about, whether it’s a hobby, sport, or subject in school.
Model Positive Behavior: Demonstrate empathy, patience, and active listening in your interactions.
Talk About Feelings: Encourage open discussions about emotions and teach your child healthy ways to express them.
Set Routines: Establishing consistent schedules for meals, homework, and bedtime provides stability and security.
Celebrate Their Efforts: Acknowledge your child’s hard work and perseverance, even when outcomes aren’t perfect.
Looking Ahead
Looking Ahead
As educators, we will continue to find ways to connect with students and build rapport. We invite parents to partner with us by reinforcing these principles at home. Together, we can create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and capable of reaching their full potential.
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to the well-being of our students. If you have any questions or suggestions about SEL practices at BCS, please feel free to reach out.
🤼♂️ Wrestling Returns to BHS! 💙💛
For the first time in several years, Breckenridge High School hosted a home wrestling match! A big thank you to Coach Baylock and our dedicated wrestling team members for their efforts to build and grow this program.
It’s great to see the excitement and energy back in the wrestling room—way to go, Huskies! 🐾
This week, members of our RESD joined the 8th-grade Career Pathways class to guide students in planning their high school courses. It's a great step in helping our future leaders map their educational journeys, and one part of their Educational Developmental Plans (EDPs) is in full swing!
Exciting Opportunity for Our 10th Graders!
This week, representatives from the Gratiot-Isabella Technical Education Center (GI-TEC) visited to introduce all the amazing Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs they offer!
GI-TEC provides hands-on technical and professional training for mid-Michigan high school students. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced staff, and over 20 programs, they make preparing for your future career easier.
From healthcare to welding, small engines, graphic design to culinary arts, there’s a program for every interest!
Personnel/Leadership
Breckenridge Community Schools will support, recruit, and retain highly qualified personnel to collaborate and meet the needs of our students.
📊 Turning Feedback Into Action at BCS! 🌟
Ever wonder what happens to the surveys and information collected by our school? We use that data to inform instruction and identify ways to grow and improve!
On Thursday, our District School Improvement Team met to discuss strategies for enhancing Breckenridge Community Schools. Thank you to our incredible team for your time and dedication, and to our students, staff, and community for providing valuable feedback that drives our progress.
Together, we’re making BCS even better every day! 💙💛
💻 BCS Technology Committee Tackles the Future of Education! 🤖📚
On Thursday afternoon, our District Technology Committee came together to discuss exciting topics, including the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, staff professional development, and insights from the GIRESD AI Task Force.
A big thank you to our dedicated team for investing their time and expertise to enhance the educational experience for our students and staff. Together, we’re shaping the future at BCS! 🚀✨
📢 AI in Education: Share Your Voice! 🤖📚
Our region is exploring how AI is shaping education and how students and staff are adapting to this rapidly evolving technology both in and out of the classroom. 🏫✨
Staff and students have the chance to complete surveys to share their experiences, knowledge, and use of AI. Your input will help us identify opportunities to train our teachers and ensure our learning environment evolves alongside advancements in technology.
📝 Surveys:
Staff Survey: [Insert Link Here]
Student Survey: [Insert Link Here]
Together, we’re committed to growing and learning in this exciting era of innovation! 💡🐾
Let’s embrace the future, Huskies! 💙💛
Want to join our team?
Want to join our team?
📚 Join Our Team at Breckenridge Community Schools! 📚
We’re hiring! We're looking for a Bus Driver and a MS/HS Administrative Assistant.
If you have a passion for working with kids and want to make a positive impact in the lives of our students, we’d love to welcome you to the Huskie team! 🐾💙💛
🌟 Apply today to become part of our team! 🌟
We're Hiring: Special Education Para
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Para to join our team!
If you have a heart for helping students reach their full potential and enjoy working in a collaborative, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!
🐾 Join the BES PTO! 🐾
Looking for a way to volunteer and get involved in our school? Join the BES PTO!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at the last meeting! 🎉 So many amazing ideas were shared, and we’re excited to get started supporting our little Huskies, our school, and the community. 💙💛
📅 NEXT MEETING:
🗓️ February 12th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 American Legion
We’d love to see you there! Let’s make a difference together! 🐾
Operations
Breckenridge Community Schools will strategically utilize resources to provide an optimal environment for
staff, students, and community.
❄️☃️ Snow Day Alerts! ☃️❄️
🌨️ 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 we’ll make sure to get you signed up!
Stay warm, Huskies, and make sure your contact information is up to date so you don’t miss future announcements! 💙💛
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