💛 September 25 | Issue #11 💛
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dear Brown School Family,
A week ago, we gathered to celebrate not only a generous act but also a commitment to enhancing our learning environment. We honored the Foushee family - Jonathan, Sarah, Alexandra, and Samantha, whose remarkable donation has transformed our school's atrium into a vibrant space for instruction and collaboration.
The Foushee family's contribution has provided us with beautiful, flexible outdoor furniture, allowing us to extend our classrooms outdoors. This new space will foster creativity, engagement, and collaboration. It is a testament to the belief that learning can happen anywhere, and we are immensely grateful for their vision.
The impact of this donation goes beyond the physical items; it reflects a deep commitment to education and community. The Foushee family understands the importance of providing our students with an inspiring environment where they can thrive. Their generosity will not only benefit our current students but will leave a lasting legacy for future generations.
As we look forward to utilizing this new space, let us remember that it stands as a symbol of our community's spirit and the belief that together, we can create a brighter future for our children. With that being said, this donation is a springboard for further development of the space. On the horizon are refinishing and waterproofing the concrete floor, creating a calming space while bringing nature and greenery together, and adding beautiful hand painted murals - all courtesy of our PTSA, Environmental Club, and High School Art Department.
On behalf of all of us here, thank you, Foushee family, for your incredible support and dedication. We are excited to see how this beautiful space will enhance our students' learning experiences.
Love,
Dr. Angela
QUICK LINKS
QUICK LINKS
THIS WEEK'S ESSENTIALS
THIS WEEK'S ESSENTIALS
Standards Based Grading in K-8 Classrooms
Standards Based Grading in K-8 Classrooms
We are excited to share information about our transition to standards-based grading (SBG) in our K-8 classrooms. This approach focuses on measuring student learning against specific learning goals or standards rather than traditional letter grades.
Here are some key points about SBG:
1. **Clarity of Learning Goals**: Each standard outlines what students need to know and be able to do. This helps both students and parents understand the expectations for mastery.
2. **Focus on Mastery**: Students are assessed on their understanding and skills in relation to the standards. They will have opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge multiple times, promoting a growth mindset.
3. **Detailed Feedback**: Instead of a single letter grade, students will receive feedback that highlights their strengths and areas for improvement, allowing for targeted growth.
4. **Holistic Assessment**: Assessments will include various methods, such as projects, presentations, and tests, to provide a comprehensive view of student learning.
We believe that this approach will foster a deeper understanding of the material and better prepare students for future challenges. We appreciate your support as we implement these changes, and we welcome any questions or concerns you may have. You may read more about this in the JCPS Assessing Learning & Grading Framework for Elementary and Middle Schools.
Thank you for your partnership in your child’s education.
Early DismissalsÂ
Early DismissalsÂ
Anytime you sign a student out early from school after a field trip or special event, the early dismissal will be considered unexcused. We are only able to excuse early dismissals due to illness, medical appointments, funerals, etc. when a note has been turned into the office.
Visiting our Building After 9:00 AM
Visiting our Building After 9:00 AM
If you are planning on visiting our school at 9:00 AM or later, you must enter our school through the Welcome Center (Door #2) on S. First Street. According to JCPS Board Policy, all visitors to our building must go through weapons detection systems as they enter. The weapons detection system at the pedway entrance closes at 9:00 AM, so that entrance is no longer available to visitors at that time.
Student Led Conference Day
Student Led Conference Day
Student-Led Conference Day will be held on Monday, September 30th from 7:50 AM to 2:50 PM. All visitors and students participating in conferences will need to enter the building through the Welcome Center (Door #2) on S. First Street and be prepared to go through our weapons detection system. Visitors are advised to remove all binders, laptops/tablets, umbrellas, and eyeglass cases prior to passing through the system. Please leave all items that can be considered a weapon (mace, knives, etc.) in your car as these cannot be brought into our school.
Please also be reminded that the parking lots behind the school are private lots, and our parents/visitors are not allowed to park there.
Support our HS Quick Recall Team!
Support our HS Quick Recall Team!
Please support our High School Quick Recall make it to Quiz Bowl in Chicago again this year! Most Mondays and Wednesdays, the High School Quick Recall will be selling cookies in the lobby, pedway and Carpool. This year the cost will be $2 for 3 cookies. So, have your two dollars ready on Mondays and Wednesdays starting next week!
International Travel Opportunity- Europe 2026
We’re going to England, France, and Italy in Summer 2026, and you’re invited!
When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.Â
This week, we had an informational meeting for the Summer 2026 trip to London, Paris and Rome. Did you miss the meeting? If you did, the meeting was recorded. You can view it by clicking HERE. Â Current 7th-11th graders are eligible for our trip. Currently, we only have 3 spots left.Â
If you would like to look at the enrollment page, you can find it HERE. Any questions can be sent to Dr. Kat. at (kathleen.mattingly@jefferson.kyschools.us)
Thanks!
JR / SR Seminar Classes
JR / SR Seminar Classes
To stay in the loop of all of the upcoming Junior and Senior College Rep Visits, please visit the calendar linked HERE to view the current month's upcoming events.Â
Juniors Field Trip to Bellarmine tomorrow
Seniors Field Trip to the County Clerk tomorrow
Transy will be here on Friday
Picture Make-Ups
Picture Make-Ups
As a reminder, any student needing a picture retake for the yearbook can do so this Friday, September 27th. Even if they did not request one online, they can go down with their classes scheduled time and have their picture retaken. Due to the use of a green screen, please remind your child not to wear green to school on Friday if they are getting their picture retaken.Â
Lost and Found
Lost and Found
Brown School Families,Â
Please have your child check the Lost and Found located in the first floor stairwell across from the front office for any missing belongings (jackets, lunchboxes, water bottles, etc.). Any remaining items after Friday, September 27th will be donated to the community over Fall Break.Â
WEEKLY FEATURES
WEEKLY FEATURES
PTSA
PTSA
Got a question
for the PTSA?
Yesterday was Kentucky Kids Day! We hope that you and your student liked their photo magnet! Â
Welcome to our newest PTSA Member: Tatum B. Â
The Ribbon Cutting at the Open House was a wonderful event! The Atrium now has furniture and we are looking at updating the floor and painting will happen along the walls. The Environmental Club has already started planting in the new rolling garden carts. We want to thank for the wonderful donation from the Foushee Family which paid for the majority of the new furniture. We also want to thank each person who donated to our students last year at the Move-A-Thon which allowed us to pay for the rest of furniture, plants, and garden carts. Together we have created wonderful new learning space for our students.Â
With all the excitement of the ribbon cutting - we did not do our PTSA General Meeting. Therefore we are doing a PTSA General Meeting on Monday, September 30th at 4:00 pm. Click on this link to join!
Fall Festival Meeting tomorrow at 3:30 pm. If you are at the school meet in the concession stand or you can join us by zoom. If you have signed up for the committee in the past - we will send you the link. If you want to sign up now - signup below under Fall Festival info.
Fall Festival October 18: How can you help?
Fall Festival October 18: How can you help?
The Fall Festival is a beloved tradition where current and past parents, teachers, and students of the Brown School come together like a family reunion or homecoming. It's a time to celebrate our school community and a fun-filled evening.Â
You can expect: 8 or more food trucks, Raffles and Silent Auction, Merchandise and Game Booths, Arts & Crafts, Live Entertainment & DJ, Haunted Tunnel Tour, Halloween Costume Contest, so much more!
Bear Bucks are tickets with a $1 face value and serve as the PTSA's internal currency, offering a secure and convenient way to enjoy all the games, activities, and merchandise at the Fall Festival and other PTSA events. They can be purchased as a Family Bundle for $50, a Bear Essentials Package for $25, and a Basic Bear Package for $10. Purchase Bear Bucks Online Here
We will need several committee volunteer positions to be filled and many volunteers leading up to and on the night of in order to make our Annual Fall Festival Street Fair a huge success. To volunteer to be on the committee, click here for the sign-up. To volunteer the night of the event. Sign up for one or two of our 30 minute shifts.  Sign up here for a shift.Â
We are also seeking items for our silent auction or raffle for the festival. If you would like to donate or know someone who will, please click here to email Julie Campbell.
Here is our Donation Request Letter.Â
Special thanks to Louisville Automotive Shop for our first sponsorship!
Protect Our Schools - KYÂ
Protect Our Schools - KYÂ
Amendment 2
Amendment 2
Brown School PTSA voted to endorse Protect Our Schools KY because we believe that public dollars should be only used for public schools. Â This amendment on the November ballot, Amendment 2, would allow public funds to be allocated outside of public schools and given instead to unaccountable, private schools. Â Click here to learn more.
Support JCPS Students thru Random Acts of Kindness (RAK)
Support JCPS Students thru Random Acts of Kindness (RAK)
Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) Louisville is hosting the campaign and all products will go to the 15th District PTA Clothing Assistance Program (CAP). CAP serves JCPS students, families, and schools. Feminine hygiene products—such as pads and tampons—are always in demand in schools, and the campaign offers several easy ways to help.Â
Brown PTSA will collect them on Conference Day. Just put them in the designated box in the welcome center.
Drop off donated items in the lobby of CAP, 1400 West JEfferson St - from 9 am to 2 pm Monday - Friday.
Use an Amazon wishlist to purchase directly and let Amazon do the delivery for you.Â
High School Athletics
Girls Soccer- had a huge 10-0 win over Todd County Central on Saturday, to send them to the Final 4 of the All A State Tournament. They dropped a close one to defending State Champions, Bethlehem, in the Final 4. We are so proud of the girls and know that next year, we are winning that championship. They are back in action tonight at Spencer County, Friday night at Holy Cross and Saturday is Senior Day at 2:00pm, against Bullitt East. The senior day festivities will start around 1:45pmx.
Boys Soccer-  picked up a big 2-1 win over Atherton on Tuesday. They will play at Holy Cross on Friday night and then celebrate senior day on Saturday at LouCity Practice Fields at 2:00pm. The senior day festivities will start around 1:45pm.
Volleyball- picked up 2 big wins last week, beating Doss and Western (sweeping JV and Varsity) in back to back nights. Last night, JV and varsity both had 2-0 sweeps over Southern, giving us a 10-7 record, as we head into the last few weeks of the season. This is our second 10 win season in a row and looks to be the best record we will have in the past several years, this team is good. Come check them out at home on Wednesday 9/25 against Grace James and/or Thursday 9/26 against Portland Christian.
Cross Country- High School Cross Country is gearing up for the St. X Champions Series 2 this Wednesday. The team is looking for many PR's!
Golf- Cade Wilson, Ethan Perry, Kieran Nuss and Austin Vitato had a great day at Regionals on Monday. Cade Wilson entered a 5 person playoff and secured 1 of the 2 available spots and made it to State. Cade will play next Monday (possibly Tuesday also) at Shelbyville Country Club. Go Cade!
High School Girls Basketball- Coach Josh Luttrell will have a meeting on Thursday from 2:45-3:15 in the girls locker room. Any questions, email rja172307@gmail.com.
High School Boys Basketball: will be starting up soon. If there are any questions, email coach Bibb at jbibb20@gmail.com
Swimming- Swimming has just started, but we are looking for more swimmers. If you are interested, please contact coach William Kolb at wmkolb@gmail.com
Gender Equity Committee- We will have public comment for our Title IX Site Visit on October 24th from 3:00-3:30 in the main office conference room.
Middle School Athletics
Volleyball- Volleyball is currently playing in the District Tournament. Our Varsity team has progressed to the second round and will play Barrett at Barrett tonight at 5 pm. JV lost a hard fought match to Johnson and is out of the tournament. Finally, our 6th grade team will play Johnson Middle in the first round on 9/26 at 5pm at Echo Trail. Overall we are very proud of the great work our Middle School Lady Bears have done completing this year!
Cross Country- Â had an exceptional meet on Monday! Zander Slabaugh finished 1st, Griffin Johnson finished 5th, and George Stolte finished 10th for the 7th-grade boys. Keiran Nuss finished 4th for the 8th-grade boys. Tilly Tuttle got a top 20 finish, and Charlotte Harper finished very strong for her first 6th-grade 4k race. Isabella Stiebling finished 3rd in the 7th-grade girls. Sara Rogers finished top 10 with 6th place for 8th-grade girlsÂ
Swimming- Swimming has just started, but we are looking for more swimmers. If you are interested, please contact coach William Kolb at wmkolb@gmail.com
Archery- We have an opening for a Middle School Archery Coach. Previously, Jennifer Pasewalk has managed both Middle School and High School Archery. Her children have graduated, and she is ready to begin passing down the reigns to a new coach. She will keep coaching High School this year but would like a partner to Coach Middle School to lighten her load and possibly take over High School next year. She is an amazing resource and would be available to answer questions. Please let Dr. Kat (kathleen.mattingly@jefferson.kyschools.us) know if you are interested in Middle School Archery.
Middle School Boys Basketball- Tryouts just finished and teams are being announced for another exciting season! If you are a Parent of one of our players this year, please consider joining our team app to stay updated on schedules and other info by clicking HERE.
Middle School Girls Basketball- Tryouts will be this Friday 9/27 from 3-4:30 pm and Monday 10/7 from 3-4:30 pm. If you are a Parent of one of our players this year, please consider joining our team app to stay updated on schedules and other info by clicking HERE.
Elementary School Athletics
Elementary basketball and cheer will have tryouts on October 9th and 10th (the dates were wrong last week) at 6:00-7:30pm at Brown. Due to changing leagues, grades 3rd-5th will be allowed to tryout. Participants must have an athletic physical to participate. Those can be turned in to the athletics office or brought the night of the tryouts. Games are on Saturday mornings from mid November to late January. The link for the sports physical:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11fTRERrxfDKY0SN-tAEMilJQgKiO_Vey/viewÂ
Family Resource/Youth Services Center Coordinator
Our mobile dentist company, BIg Smiles, will be coming to Brown on November 6. They will be doing routine cleanings. If you would like to save yourself a trip to the dentist, click here to register your student. Big Smiles do bill your insurance, but students will not be turned away due to inability to pay.
Just a reminder - we have a food pantry on-site here at Brown. If you are ever in need, please reach out to me. I am here to help!
Mental Health Practitioner
I will soon be sending out permission forms to a few students for an upcoming social skills group. For those who are not aware, we are able to offer groups for various topics here in school. In order for your student to be able to participate they must return the permission form that is sent home with them. It is my hope to have several groups this year. If you feel that your student would benefit from a specific group feel free to reach out to me with ideas.
High School Counselor
On Thurs. Oct 10, all high school students will have testing opportunities.Â
-Seniors-ACT
-Juniors and Opt-in Sophs-
PSAT
-Remaining Sophs and all Freshmen-State mandated Civics Exam
Students that check out for dual credit or work based learning, need to notify their professors or supervisors that they will not be able to leave Brown until around 12:30 on Oct 10.
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Each student enrolled in an AP course will receive a paper to bring home for a signature of a parent/supportive adult. This paper designates their intention to register for an AP Exam (exam occurs in May, but deadline to register is mid-Oct). Please carefully read all the items about your financial obligation and if unsure about whether to test, please reach out to your student's teacher over conference day.
If you have not yet done so, please consider applying for Free/Reduced lunch. This greatly reduces your school fees and can make your student eligible for more scholarship opportunities such as the bonus KEES money!
Middle School Counselor
We are at the halfway mark in our new 9 week grading period in the middle school. If you haven't already, please keep an eye on your student's progress.Â
Elementary School Counselor
What's up in the ES World? Check out Miss Christy's slidedeck to stay up-to-date on what your child is doing at school.
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