"Children are not a distraction from more important work.ย They are the most important work." ~Sally Clarkson
Learning Environment/Culture
Breckenridge Community Schools will build relationships with a focus on creating engaging opportunities that encourage student involvement.ย
๐พ Celebrating Positive Behavior at BES! ๐พ
At Breckenridge Elementary, our students earn a PAWS certificate when they demonstrate positive behavior. All PAWS recipients are then entered into a special drawing. Weโre excited to recognize the following students from our September/October drawing!
Way to go, Huskies! Keep up the great work in showing positive behaviors every day! ๐๐
๐ Congratulations to Our Girls Cross Country Team! ๐
Our Huskies had a fantastic showing at the MHSAA state finals at Michigan International Speedway last weekend! Special shout-out to Ally Schmitz and Danica Aldrich for earning All-State honors, and to the entire team for an impressive 5th place finish overall!
Way to make us proud, Huskies! ๐๐๐พ
๐ Congratulations to Our Breckenridge Elementary Students of the Month! ๐
A huge round of applause to the students selected by their teachers for their outstanding work and dedication in the classroom! ๐๐ Your hard work and positive attitudes continue to inspire us all.
Weโre so proud of you, Huskies! ๐๐ Keep up the great work!
๐โจ Cheer On Our Breckenridge Varsity Volleyball Team! โจ๐
Our Varsity Volleyball team has had an outstanding season and is ready to make their mark in the district finals! After winning their first district game, theyโre set to face Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart this Friday night at 7 PM in Ashley.
Win or lose, these girls have already made a tremendous impact on our volleyball program, showing true Huskie spirit and determination. Letโs pack the stands and show our support!
Go Huskies! ๐๐๐พ
Communications/Community Engagement:ย ย
Breckenridge Community Schools will promote collaborative partnerships between the school, parents, and community to increase communication and engagement.ย
๐ข Check Out the Latest Edition of Huskie News! ๐ข
Stay up-to-date with whatโs happening at Breckenridge Community Schools! Check out the latest edition of Huskie News here: https://secure.smore.com/n/5shv2
Veterans Day Assemblies - Honoring Our Heroes
Breckenridge Community Schools is proud to honor our veterans with special assemblies on Monday, November 11!
Breckenridge Elementary: 8:30 am
MS/HS: 9:45 am
We look forward to coming together as a community to celebrate and thank our local heroes for their service and sacrifice. Hope to see you there!
๐ Breckenridge Cross Country Team Giving Back! ๐
Our Cross Country team went above and beyond last weekend, helping with local leaf pick-up around the community. Huge thanks to the coaches, team members, and parents for pitching in to make a difference! This is a fantastic way to serve and support our community.
Way to go, Huskies! ๐๐๐พ
๐ Youth Basketball Sign-Ups Are Open! ๐
Sharing on behalf of our amazing community partnerโYouth Basketball sign-ups are now open! Registration is available until Wednesday, November 27 for Girls (3rd-8th) and Boys (3rd-6th).
Letโs get ready for a great season! ๐
๐ฃ Attention parents, teachers, grandparents, and community members! We're thrilled to announce our very first PTA meeting! ๐โจ Join us as we kick off an exciting season and share your thoughts and fundraiser ideas.
๐ Date: November 13th
๐ Time: 6 PM
๐ Location: American Legion Hall
Bring a notebook, a pen, and your enthusiasm. We canโt wait to see you there and start making a difference together! ๐ค
Academics/Programs
Breckenridge Community Schools will provide the time and resources to collaboratively and continually align PK-12 curriculum. ย ย
๐๐พ After-School Tutoring is Back for our Huskies! ๐พ๐
Starting Oct. 22nd โ Dec. 19th, weโre offering tutoring sessions every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:05 โ 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: โ Missing assignments โ Work Completion โ Test prep & study skills โ Addressing skill gaps with IXL & NWEA data โ Monitoring grades in PowerSchool & communication with teachers/parents
๐ซ Important Notes: โ No transportation home is provided. โ If your child signs up, they must stay for the entire session. โ 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! ๐๐
๐ก๏ธ๐ Huskie PACK in Action! ๐๐พ
This Wednesday, our high school Huskie PACK students visited Breckenridge Elementary to spend some quality time with their younger friends! From fun activities to mentoring moments, it was heartwarming to see our Huskies supporting each other and building strong bonds across grade levels.
Growing our Huskies together makes our community stronger! Check out the highlights of their day and see how we continue to foster teamwork and camaraderie at Breckenridge Community Schools.
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๐ฎโจ Huge Shoutout to Doug Shankel, Michele Collins, and Our Talented Students! โจ๐ฎ
On Friday, our MS/HS kitchen turned into a culinary classroom with a special guest chefโDoug Shankel! Alongside Michele Collins and select students, Chef Doug brought a fresh new idea to life by preparing delicious street tacos for lunch.
This hands-on experience not only added excitement to the lunch menu but also inspired students to explore creative cooking skills. Such an amazing initiative!
Thank you to everyone who made this a success. Go Huskies! ๐๐๐พ
Personnel/Leadershipย
Breckenridge Community Schools will support, recruit, and retain highly qualified personnel to collaborate and meet the needs of our students.ย
๐ Join Our Team at Breckenridge Community Schools! ๐
Weโre hiring! We're looking for a K-12 Special Education Teacher, a MS/HS paraprofessional, and a Bus Drivers.ย
If you have a passion for working with kids and want to make a positive impact in the lives of our students, weโd love to welcome you to the Huskie team! ๐พ๐๐
๐ Apply today to become part of our team! ๐
Your voice matters! ๐ฃ Weโre committed to making Breckenridge Community Schools the best learning environment possible. ๐พ 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.ย
BES - Parent Perception Survey 2024-25
MS/HS - Parent Perception Survey 2024-25ย
๐โจ Professional Development Day Recap โจ๐
This past Tuesday, while students had the day off for election day, many of our BCS staff members attended the GIRESD local professional development day in Mt. Pleasant. Dr. Jim Harris delivered an insightful session on MTSS supports, guiding our staff on effective ways to address and meet the behavioral needs of students.
A big thank you to our dedicated staff for investing their time in continuous growth and learning! Weโre excited to review and implement these valuable strategies within our own district.
๐ Special shout-out to Emily Saunders for being selected as a prize winner! Congratulations!
Go Huskies! ๐๐๐พ
Operationsย
Breckenridge Community Schools will strategically utilize resources to provide an optimal environment forย
staff, students, and community.
๐ Parent-Teacher Conferences & Fall Open House! ๐
Weโre thrilled to invite all parents, guardians, and the community to our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences/Fall Open House! ๐ซโจ This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate our students' progress together, as well as explore the amazing facilities and programs we have to offer!
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions! Letโs make this a memorable experience! ๐
๐ Breckenridge Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences ๐
Mark your calendars! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, November 12 and Thursday, November 14 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM each evening.
Look for the informational slip in your student's Friday folder! Please review and return it to school so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you at conferences and partnering with you in your childโs education! ๐๐
๐ Parent-Teacher Conferences Are Coming Up! ๐
We encourage all parents and guardians to attend and connect with our staff about your student(s). Itโs a great opportunity to discuss progress, ask questions, and support your childโs growth.
Dates & Locations:
Breckenridge Elementary: November 12th and 14th, 4 PM - 7 PM (Meet in BES classrooms)
Breckenridge MS/HS: November 13th and 14th, 4 PM - 7 PM (Meet in the HS gym)
We look forward to seeing you there!
"๐จ Fire Drills! ๐จ This week, both our school buildings conducted fire drills to ensure everyone knows the steps to stay safe. A huge thank you to our amazing staff for guiding and educating our students on making smart decisions during emergencies. Safety first, Huskies! ๐พ๐๐ย