💛 January 22 | Issue #22 💛
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dear Brown School Family,
I am excited to share that we have recently received and installed a brand-new washer and dryer here at school, and we are offering these for use by our students and families in need of laundry services. Whether you're dealing with unexpected challenges or just need a bit of extra help, these appliances are available for your convenience. If this is a resource you'd like to use, please reach out to our Family Resource/Youth Services Center Director, Tara Davis.
Additionally, I hope that everyone is having a warm and productive Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day. Whether you're engaging in online learning, completing assignments, or spending quality time at home, I trust that today is an opportunity for growth and connection. We appreciate your continued support and dedication to making the most of these learning experiences, and we’re here to support you in any way we can.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community!
Love,
Dr. Angela
QUICK LINKS
QUICK LINKS
THIS WEEK'S ESSENTIALS
THIS WEEK'S ESSENTIALS
Mark your calendars - March 21!
Mark your calendars - March 21!
Please join us on March 21 for the Self-Directed Learning Showcase!
Join us Thursday, February 13th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the Black Expo Career and College Fair.Â
This event aims to increase African American representation in various careers and colleges. If you are interested in participating, please take a look at the second page of the flyer linked in the title. Â
For more information, please mail Cordia Pickerill cordia.pickerill@jefferson.kyschools.us. Thanks!
Coffee with the Counselor
Coffee with the Counselor
Join us Wednesday, February 5, from 8:15-9:30 AM in the Library Reference Room to discuss the different options around tutoring and academic support. Â
This session is open to ALL GRADES.
Light refreshments will be served.
To register, please click here.Â
Donations Needed:
Brown Hosting Governor's Cup
Donations Needed:
Brown Hosting Governor's Cup
The Brown School will host the High School Governor's Cup Quick Recall Regionals on February 22. As hosts, we are expected to provide a hospitality room for those adults working the event as scorers, timers, and question readers - about 20 people. We would greatly appreciate parents donating items to provide breakfast and lunch for the hospitality room.Â
Items that can be stored for a day can be dropped off at school on Friday, February 21. During the morning and afternoon carpool, our Quick Recall Team members will collect items at both school entrances.Â
Please use the link below to view the Sign-up Genius please click here.
K - 5 Silent Disco Feb. 7, sponsored by our PTSA!
K - 5 Silent Disco Feb. 7, sponsored by our PTSA!
Join us in the gym on February 7 for a K - 5 Silent Disco! There will be snacks and beverages and plenty of fun. A parent must attend with their student.
Grades K - 2: 3:30 - 5 p.m.Â
Grades 3 - 5: 5:30 - 7 p.m.
To purchase tickets, please click here.Â
WEEKLY FEATURES
WEEKLY FEATURES
PTSA Values:
PTSA Values:
Collaboration | Commitment
Collaboration | Commitment
Diversity | Respect | Accountability
Diversity | Respect | Accountability
Brown PTSA Statement:
If you would like to request financial aid, you can do so confidentially by clicking here to send an email.Â
We want every student to feel welcome, included, and empowered to participate in the vibrant experiences that make our school special. Thank you for being a part of our community and for supporting the PTSA’s efforts to make a difference for all students.
Registration Opens Today at 1:00 pm for Spring Enrichments
Spring Enrichments will be held after school from February 24 - April 24 (excluding Spring Break week). The classes available are:Â
Mondays: Yoga for K - 2; Advanced Chess
Tuesdays: Ballet for K - 2; Beginner Chess
Wednesdays: Drama by George for 3 - 5; Monkey Warriors for K - 2
Thursdays: Martial Arts for K - 5; Fencing for 3-7; Monkey Warriors for 3 - 5
To register for Spring Enrichments, please click here. If the class if full - please sign up on the waiting list which is a product listed with the enrichments. Â
Mark Your Calendar for a Day of Action
Mark your calendars for an exciting day of action! Join us at the Kentucky State Capitol on Tuesday, February 4th, from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm EST for our Lobby Day & Rally for Education Justice in Kentucky! Start your day by advocating for change during the Lobby from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. Then, unite with us in solidarity at the Rally in the Capital Rotunda from 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm. Let’s make our voices heard! Whether you lobby or just join us for the rally, we can't wait to see you there!Â
Register here https://bit.ly/3WgbGlk
January 29 PTSA Board Meeting at 3 pm Office Conference Room.Â
February 5 Coffee with Counselors
February 7 K - 5 Silent Disco
February 13 Black Career Expo
February 17 NO SCHOOL - Conferences
February 22 High School Quick Recall Regionals
February 24 Enrichments Start
February 28 Black History Month Performance
ATHLETICS
ATHLETICS
High School Athletics
This week's Athletics Schedule- Click Here
Concession Stand- needs a small freezer. If you know of anyone who has an unused one they are willing to part with, please let us know.Â
TV Needed- Our weightlifting room needs a large TV. If you have one you are willing to donate, please email us.Â
Fees- If you have not paid your FALL OR WINTER sports fees, please pay them as soon as possible. These fees go towards equipment, uniforms, shirts, warm-ups, travel, etc. We cannot support our programs to the level that our athletes deserve if fees are not paid. Our fees are substantially less than other schools.Â
Spring Sports- Our Spring Sports season will begin in February. We will have links to the app for all of our Spring Sports soon. Please make sure your physicals and paperwork are up-to-date before attending the first practice of the season. If you have any questions about your physicals and paperwork status, please ask. The needed forms are linked as follows including a sports physical, concussion form, insurance form, and safety video form.Â
Physicals Provided at School- We will be rescheduling the sports physicals scheduled for today (Wednesday 1/22) . If you have signed up, we will email you the new dates. Due to the high number of people interested, we will likely split it into two dates. As a reminder, you have to have the paperwork sent out completed and brought to the physical. Sports Physicals Interest Form
Boys HS Soccer- Boys HS Soccer is in need of some great coaching candidates for next year. If you have anyone that may be a great fit, please have them email matthew.davis@jefferson.kyschools.us
Girls HS Basketball- The Lady Bears will be traveling to Valley High School tonight to take on the Vikings at 7 pm. Friday they will be playing Southern at home at 5:30 pm. Go Bears!
Boys HS Basketball- The Boys will be traveling to Valley High School tonight to take on the Vikings at 5:30 pm. Friday they will be traveling to North Bullitt for a game at 6 pm. Go Bears!
Swim- The swim team will be in high school regionals on Saturday 1/25 at 10am at Ralph Writght Natatorium.Â
Important Links-
Advertisting/Sponsorship Opportunities
Live Stream Brown Games Information
Brown Athletics Merchandise Store- Shirts, Jackets, Hoodies, General MerchÂ
Middle School Athletics
MS Basketball: Unfortunately, the team we were playing for "8th Grade Night" tonight has forfeited due to a lack of players during NTI. Instead, we will recognize all of the hard work of our amazing 8th grade Boys on 1/31 at 7:15 in between the High School Girls and Boys Varsity Games. We really appreciate all of the work our players have done this season and hope they can continue to participate in Brown Athletics. Thanks for your understanding, and we hope to see you all then.Â
Live Stream Brown Games Information
MS Cheer: Please return your Cheer Uniforms to Dr. Kat in Room 328 so that they can be stored for next season. Thank you for a great season!
Girls and Boys Spring Soccer: Â Middle School Soccer tryouts will be mid-February. Before tryouts, all students must complete their annual athletic paperwork. The needed forms are linked as follows including a sports physical, concussion form, insurance form, and safety video form. Students who are interested in trying out should make sure that their paperwork is current.Â
Boys Soccer: If you would like to receive notifications about tryouts and our calendar, please join our Band App by clicking https://band.us/n/a8a1AdM1h3u0y
Girls Soccer: If you would like to receive notifications about tryouts and our calendar, please join our Band App by clicking https://band.us/n/abaaA8MbhaVfE
Fees- If you have not paid your FALL OR WINTER sports fees, please pay them as soon as possible. These fees include equipment, uniforms, shirts, warm-ups, travel, etc. We cannot support our programs to the level that our athletes deserve if fees are not paid. Our fees are substantially less than other schools.Â
Elementary School Athletics
Golden Girls Basketball- Games this Saturday are at Fern Creek. Picture day is scheduled for Saturday as well. Please pay attention to email for any schedule changes.Â
Practice:
Wednesday 1/22 6:30-8:00 PM
Games: (2 games are on the schedule)
6:00 PM Elementary Basketball Golden Girls vs Carter @ Valley Â
1:00 PM Elementary Basketball Golden Girls vs Chenoweth @ Fern CreekÂ
Area 1 Basketball League Schedule & Â JCPS League ScheduleÂ
Basketball Blue Team- Games this Saturday are at Fern Creek. Picture day is scheduled for Saturday as well. Please pay attention to email for any schedule changes.Â
Practice:
Wednesday 1/22 6:30-8:00 PM
Game:
6:00 PM Elementary Basketball Blue Team vs Chenoweth @ Fern Creek
Basketball White Team-Â
Practice:
Wednesday 1/22 6:30-8:00 PM
Games:
Thursday 6:00 PM Elementary Basketball Polar Bears vs Greenwood @ Foster
Mental Health Practitioner
As we move full steam into this new semester, I wanted to let all of our parents/guardians know that my services are available for students individually with guardian consent. If you would like me to meet with your student to work on any emotional or behavioral goals while at school, please reach out to me, and I will walk you through my referral process. Please also feel free to put any concerns on our student support form! In addition, I know that during this time of year there are often times where students may have concerns about self-harm or suicidal thoughts. A great resource for this is to call 988 or go to https://988lifeline.org/ .
High School Counselor
We are nearing the end of schedule change requests. If you need to meet with Robin, please complete the Schedule Change Request Form by Friday, 1/24/25.
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All students received a booster lesson on mental health and suicide prevention. If you or someone you love is experiencing difficulties with their mental health, you can text or call 988.
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If you are taking a dual-credit course, please make sure you have submitted a dual-credit agreement to Robin in the pedway and that your IC schedule has "dual credit spring on campus" and the name of the class on it (even if it is outside of your typical school day).
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Seniors: As soon as our dual credit partners turn in their grades, transcripts will be posted and sent to those who requested a mid-year report. If you need a mid-year report, please order your transcript in Parchment and send it to Common App or colleges you applied to individually if you did not use Common App and complete THIS FORM so Robin knows to send one.
Middle School Counselor
Next week begins our 23 Days of Kindness Challenge in the middle school. Each day until the end of February students will complete small activities that center around showing kindness to themselves and others. Be sure to ask your darling what they've learned from each challenge!
Spring will be here before you know it, which means promotion festivities are right around the corner. The 8th grade dance is a wonderful celebration of our 'seniors' of the middle school and it is completely parent organized. If you are willing and able to help organize the 8th grade dance this year, please send me an email or fill out the Student Support Request Form as soon as possible. Â
Elementary School Counselor
Welcome back and Happy 2025!!!
What's up in the ES World? Check out Miss Christy's slide deck to stay up-to-date on what your child is doing at school.
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