Grades 3-12 will be attending World Fest again this year on Friday, August 29th.  We need chaperones!  If you are interested, please complete the background check with this link, if you don't already have one on file with the district.  Adults interested in chaperoning for grades 3-5 should contact their student's classroom teacher.  Adults interested in chaperoning for grades 6-8 should contact their student's team teachers.  

Adults interested in chaperoning for grades 9-12 should contact Heather Anderson at heather.anderson@jefferson.kyschools.us.  The students had a wonderful time last year and we are looking forward to another great trip.  

Families,

Please read and complete the JCPS/Brown School Device Usage Agreement Form for each child you have who attends the Brown School. 

Our School Technology Coordinator, Drew Paige, will email, text, or call home to explain any repairs or replacements the student's Chromebook needs and any amount owed to cover the damages. 

For example, a broken Chromebook screen voids the warranty and will incur a service repair of $30 owed by the family.  Students will be given a loaner Chromebook that they have to check in and out daily until payment for the damaged Chromebook has been received. Once the damage obligation has been fulfilled, students will receive a Chromebook replacement that they can then take home again. 

Here is a drafted email example of what you can expect to see if your child's Chromebook or Charger were to sustain any damages.

We did not receive all of our chargers back last school year when students turned in their Chromebooks for the Summer. If your student has lost or broken their charger cord, a replacement can be purchased in the Ursa Lab. Used Chargers are $10, and brand new ones are $25 cash or check made out to the Brown School. 

If you have any questions regarding technology at Brown, please email Drew. (andrew.paige@jefferson.kyschools.us).

Do you have a bunch of magazines collecting dust at home? Please bring them to school, and we will take them off your hands! Stephanie's 6th-grade English language arts students are creating a collage, and need magazines, newspapers, catalogs, and any other print materials!  If you have any, please bring them to school. 

Please reach out to Stephanie with questions. 

stephanie.eilers@jefferson.kyschools.us 

Our SBDM Council has six committees that implement important work around our school, and we need your voice! CLICK HERE to learn more about the committees and sign up to serve. Committees typically meet once a month unless they are working on a special task. Committee sign ups end on Friday, August 15th.

Those Sophomores who wish to take the PSAT this year must complete the linked form. The tentative date for the PSAT is September 10th. The cost is approximately $20 and can be paid though your My School Bucks account. There are no make-up dates and the cost is non-refundable. Taking the PSAT in your Junior year is the only way you can qualify for National Merit semifinalist. Taking the test in your sophomore year could help you improve your chances for this honor. 

Sign up at this link! 

Any current or former students who you may be interested in a career in technology - this is the move. Applicants must be at least 18 years old by orientation, so for our upcoming cohort that'd be by the first week of January they must be 18 years old.  Even if the program the student is enrolled in or studied previously isn’t focused on computer programming or IT, you may have students or alumni who would thrive in a hands-on, project-based tech program like this! It’s a great way to build on the problem-solving, communication, and creative thinking skills they’ve already developed with you—while opening the door to high-demand careers in technology. Please consider sharing this with both your current students and your alumni network.

Code:You is a free software development and IT training program designed to prepare participants for in-demand tech roles. Students attend evening classes online, work on hands-on projects at their own pace, and connect with mentors while building a professional portfolio.

Programs include: Web & software development; Data analytics; Cybersecurity; Information technology; …and more (rotating each session)

Program videos: Video 1 | Video 2

Next Info Session: Thursday, August 14, 6:00 PM (virtual, link here)

More details & application: codeyou.org

Brown School Elementary Families, we’re thrilled to invite you to join us at Peace Park next Friday, August 22, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. It’s a fantastic opportunity for families to connect and introduce their children to new friends. We're really looking forward to seeing you there and catching up! 

Be sure to bring a chair and enjoy tasty dinner options from the food trucks. There will also be music, water, and face paint to add extra fun! The event costs $10 for one parent and one child, and just $5 for each additional person.

I wanted to remind all of our parents of the mental health services that are available here at school to start off the year. I am able to provide both individual and group services to student with guardian permission. We also have a quiet space in the student support center that is available to all students with teacher permission. In addition, if you are interested in mental health services for your student outside of the school setting, we are able to make referrals for you through Care Solace. If you are interested in my services with your student to start off the school year please reach out to me via the student support form and I will be happy to talk with you and find the best services for your student. I have a lot of fun plans for this upcoming year and look forward to sharing them with you all. Feel free to reach out with any other concerns you may have for your students!

Click here to complete your EBF form!

Big Smiles Dental will be here on 12th!  If you would like to save time and not have to take a day off of work, your student can be seen by a dentist here at school!  Click here to register your student.

Scheduled dates/times for regular meetings during the 2025-26 school year are as follows.

August 25th @ 4:00 PM; September 15th @ 3:00 PM; October 27th @ 4:00 PM; November 24th @ 3:00 PM; December 15th @ 4:00 PM; January 26th @ 3:00 PM; February 23rd @ 4:00 PM; March 23rd @ 4:00 PM; April 27th @ 4:00 PM; May 18th @ 3:00 PM; June 1st @ 4:00 PM.

Meetings are held in the Student Support Center Conference Room.