November 11-15

"Together, may we give our children the roots to grow and the wings to fly."

Breckenridge Community Schools Community,

I wanted to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support shown throughout what has been a busy, fast-paced, and fulfilling week for our district.

This past week, Breckenridge Community Schools hosted an array of meaningful events, including Veterans Day assemblies, Parent-Teacher Conferences, a Scholastic Book Fair, and several sporting events. Additionally, we marked a significant milestone with the first Parent-Teacher Association meeting and a well-attended FFA Alumni meeting on Wednesday evening. It was inspiring to see so many parents, guardians, and community members come together in support of our students.

Your active involvement and dedication do not go unnoticed. Research consistently highlights that parent and community engagement positively impacts student success. A report from Education Week underscores that “the type of parental involvement matters more than the sheer quantity.” The collaboration and shared commitment we have here in Breckenridge embody this truth; it's about meaningful interactions that support students academically and socially, setting the stage for their holistic development.

As we prepare for our winter sports season to commence at the high school level, I encourage all parents to continue motivating their students to participate not only in athletics but in a range of extracurricular activities. Our district takes pride in offering diverse opportunities, including student leadership, FFA, academic teams, and STEM/robotics clubs. These programs enrich students’ educational journeys and equip them with valuable skills that transcend the classroom.

Thank you once again for making Breckenridge Community Schools a vibrant and supportive environment. Your partnership is essential, and I am grateful for your commitment to helping us nurture and inspire our students.

With gratitude,

Wade Slavik, BCS Superintendent

Learning Environment/Culture

Breckenridge Community Schools will build relationships with a focus on creating engaging opportunities that encourage student involvement.

🎄✨ Get in the Holiday Spirit with the Breckenridge Area Action Committee! ✨🎄

Join us in spreading holiday cheer by entering the Holiday Light Decoration Contest! Showcase your festive creativity and compete for a chance to win gift certificates to local businesses. 🏆🎁

Plus, don’t miss Christmas in the Village on December 2nd from 5-7 PM. Local businesses will be hosting special events, making it a night filled with fun, community, and holiday spirit! 🌟

We can’t wait to celebrate with you and see all the beautiful decorations. Let’s light up Breckenridge!

Communications/Community Engagement:

Breckenridge Community Schools will promote collaborative partnerships between the school, parents, and community to increase communication and engagement.

On Monday, our district had the privilege of hosting our local heroes for our annual Veterans Day Assemblies. This meaningful event is a cherished tradition where we express our deep gratitude to the veterans in our community and provide our students the invaluable opportunity to learn about service, sacrifice, and appreciation.

At the elementary, our students sang songs, read poems, and showed gratitude to our local heroes.

At the Middle School/High School, we were honored to hear from Doug Shankel, who shared his inspiring journey of joining the Naval Academy. Additionally, Ron Koppelberger moved the audience with his story and experiences, reminding everyone of the courage and dedication that come with military service.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our staff, students, and the entire community for their participation and support in making these assemblies so impactful. It is through moments like these that we come together, learn, and reflect on the importance of gratitude and service.

MS/HS Assembly

BES Assembly

🏀 Youth Basketball Sign-Ups Are Open! 🏀

Sharing on behalf of our amazing community partner—Youth Basketball sign-ups are now open! Registration is available until Wednesday, November 27 for Girls (3rd-8th) and Boys (3rd-6th).

Click the link below to sign your child up! Be sure to read through all the information in the registration to get the full details.

Let’s get ready for a great season! 🏅

Join Us!

Academics/Programs

Breckenridge Community Schools will provide the time and resources to collaboratively and continually align PK-12 curriculum.

📚🐾 After-School Tutoring is Back for our Huskies! 🐾📚

Starting Oct. 22nd – Dec. 19th, we’re offering tutoring sessions every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:05 – 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: ✅ Missing assignments ✅ Work Completion ✅ Test prep & study skills ✅ Addressing skill gaps with IXL & NWEA data ✅ Monitoring grades in PowerSchool & communication with teachers/parents

🚫 Important Notes: ✅ No transportation home is provided. ✅ If your child signs up, they must stay for the entire session. ✅ Parents/Guardians: Please complete one form per student if you have multiple children attending.

Let's help our Huskies thrive! 💙💛

🐔🚨 Breckenridge FFA Chicken Sale Alert! 🚨🐔

Our talented Breckenridge FFA students have wrapped up their fall chicken skills competition, and we’re excited to offer the remaining chickens to our amazing supporters! These chickens are processed, fresh, and ready to go! 🙌

📣 Details:

We have 50 chickens available for purchase.
Price: $15 per bird (approx. 6 lbs each).

Don’t miss your chance to support our FFA chapter and enjoy some farm-fresh chicken. To get your name on the list, please respond to THIS post. First come, first served!

Thank you for supporting our hardworking students! 💙💛

Personnel/Leadership

Breckenridge Community Schools will support, recruit, and retain highly qualified personnel to collaborate and meet the needs of our students.

Want to join our team?

📚 Join Our Team at Breckenridge Community Schools! 📚

We’re hiring! We're looking for a K-12 Special Education Teacher, 4th grade Long Term Sub, a MS/HS paraprofessional, and a Bus Drivers.

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! 🌟

Your voice matters! 📣 We’re committed to making Breckenridge Community Schools the best learning environment possible. 🐾 Please take a few minutes to complete our parent survey and share your valuable feedback. Your input will help us identify areas for improvement and make informed decisions about our district's future.

BES - Parent Perception Survey 2024-25

MS/HS - Parent Perception Survey 2024-25

Operations

Breckenridge Community Schools will strategically utilize resources to provide an optimal environment for

staff, students, and community.

🌲🏹 No school today, November 15th, for all our students and staff—it’s hunting season! 🦌 To those heading out into the woods, we wish you the best of luck and a safe experience. Enjoy the fresh air and good company. Stay alert and make smart choices. Happy hunting! 🍂

🦃🍁 Reminder: There will be no school from November 26th to 29th for Thanksgiving Break! We hope all of our Huskies have a wonderful time with family and friends, filled with gratitude and joy. Enjoy the break, and we’ll see you back on December 2nd! 🐾💙💛