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March 24, 2021
Principal's Message
Principal's Message
Dear Brown School Family,
Our Special Returning to School Edition of the Bear Essentials has been updated with information about our middle and high schools! Please be sure to check it out. Additionally, we will be working with our middle and high school students this Friday during their advisory class to put their new schedule on a template so that they understand where they need to be and when! Middle and high school student schedules will be changing dramatically on April 5th, so it is crucial that your student attend this Friday's advisory class to ensure a smooth transition. This impacts both virtual and in-person students. Remember, if you selected the Virtual Learning Academy for your student, this is different than NTI. Students are expected to log in at scheduled times each day.
Our elementary and related arts teachers, along with our classified staff, have set the bar high for an exceptional reopening. I am confident that our middle and high school teachers and staff will also rise to the occasion! The flexibility and innovation of this team continues to surprise me! I am truly blessed to work with these professionals.
Warm regards,
Dr. Angela, Principal
This Week's Essentials
This Week's Essentials
Pedway Arrival Procedures
Pedway Arrival Procedures
Student Drivers
Student Drivers
Juniors and seniors who plan on driving their own cars to in-person school will need to park in the YMCA Parking Garage! Please complete THIS FORM prior to April 5th. Also, check out the video to see the Healthy at School entry procedures so our student drivers will know what to expect in the mornings!
Graduation & Promotion Ceremonies
Graduation & Promotion Ceremonies
The JCPS Board of Education approved in-person graduations for seniors at their meeting last night. We will also be recognizing the class of 2020 at a separate ceremony. Each student will be provided 10 tickets to the ceremony to share with their family and friends. Here are the details.
Class of 2021
Date: Friday, May 28th
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Central High School Football Field
Class of 2020
Date: Friday, May 28th
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Central High School Football Field
In the event of inclement weather, both ceremonies will move to June 1st.
We have asked our Assistant Superintendent and the JCPS Chief of Schools about plans for promotion ceremonies for kindergarten, 5th grade, and 8th grade. As of now, there is no guidance from the district regarding what schools are permitted to schedule, so unfortunately we do not have any information to share at this time. I realize the priority was getting our seniors taken care of first, then working toward recognizing our students in the lower grades. Please know that we will share any information with you when we understand how we are allowed to celebrate these important milestones with our families and students.
Black History Month Book Awards Winners
Black History Month Book Awards Winners
Kindergarten
Gabrielle R.
Camora D.
Nkosi N.
Naomi R.
Jordan G.
Judah S.
1st grade
DeShawn P.
Justyce H.
Taaj B.
2nd grade
Alaiyah B.
Terrance B.
3rd grade
Charli H.
Isaac W.
4th grade
Romi W.
Ionna B
5th grade
Rhaegan H.
Alaina F.
6th grade
Kadence S.
Chase S.
7th grade
Trinity W.
Kyndal K.
Eden W.
8th grade
Makayla B.
Ariana P.
Sam W.
9th grade
Janelle P.
Peyton J.
10th grade
Laura T.
Zyon W.
11th grade
Trinity W.
Jackson F.
Malaysia G.
12th grade
Gabby C.
Tech @ Brown
Tech @ Brown
Devices
Devices
Students attending in-person instruction need to bring their school-issued device fully charged to school every day. Personal devices are not allowed based on an SBDM policy. Also, please let us know if your Virtual Academy student is having device issues as well.
Still, need to request a school-issued device? Please do so by filling out the DEVICE REQUEST FORM.
If you know you have already requested a device, please be patient. We are working very hard to sanitize and prepare devices for students.
If your student is attending in person, we will deliver the device to their classroom.
If you have questions or want to make sure we received your request, please reach out to Amy.
Please call or text Amy at 502-398-3450.
Technical Difficulties
Technical Difficulties
If you are having technical difficulties, please visit the Tech@Brown website it offers various ways to get help, and is linked off of our homepage under both PARENT and STUDENT.
Call or Text 502-398-3450, or visit https://bit.ly/browntech
Please Email Amy.Thornton@jefferson.kyschools.us with questions.
ACT Virtual Prep Session Offered
ACT Virtual Prep Session Offered
Free ACT virtual prep session for all Juniors on Saturday, April 10th, from 9 until 1. Naresh Keswani and Jason Linden will be your host for math and ELA content review, test taking and pacing strategies to assist in taking the ACT.
Please RSVP on this google form: ACT Virtual Prep Sessions, Saturday, April 10 from 9 - 1
Animal Welfare Club Information
Animal Welfare Club Information
Please see your Animal Welfare Club Google Classroom for updates plus the schedule of our upcoming meetings along with the Zoom Meeting links and passcodes.
April 5th @ 3:00 pm: The Tribe Animal Sanctuary
April 12th @ 4:00: Kentucky Humane Society's Jeff and Ethan the dog
April 19th @ 4:00: MisPits and Friends Rescue
If you have a connection with an animal rescue (domesticated or wildlife) please reach out to club founder, Iris, and let her know so that we can make sure to schedule additional guests and include those that YOU, as a club member, are passionate about.
Please reach out to student club founder, Iris G., or sponsor, Stacey Powell, with any questions or concerns.
Elementary Quick Recall
Elementary Quick Recall
Our 4th and 5th grade Quick Recall Team members placed 7th and 11th in the Derby Festival Academic Challenge on Saturday, March 20th. They played their hearts out and we are incredibly proud of them!
SBDM Update
SBDM Update
SBDM Meeting
March 25, 2021
4:00 PM
Join Zoom Meeting HERE
Agenda
Opening Business
Approval of the Minutes of the Meeting of March 11, 2021
Sharing of the Vision
Public Comment
Old Business
Report from the Bell Schedule Task Force
Approval Request for the Bell Schedule for the 2021-22 School Year (Staff Feedback)
Adjournment
Weekly Columns
Weekly Columns
Star Students
Star Students
Please encourage your student to shine in showing off our school-wide expectations:
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Always Pursue Excellence
Family Resource Youth Service Center
Family Resource Youth Service Center
Hello! I am Elona Mack, and I am Brown/Central FRYSC Coordinator. Need help? Your FRYSC is here to provide assistance. Click HERE for community resources.
Please contact me with questions or concerns.
Email: Elona.mack@jefferson.kyschools.us
Phone: 502-631-9146
Parent Teacher Student Association
Parent Teacher Student Association
2021 PTSA MEETINGS
March 16, 2021, 5:30 PM
April 21, 2021, 5:30 PM
May 18, 2021, 5:30 PM
We encourage Families to join the PTSA now, to stay involved in Brown School PTSA activities, fundraisers, teacher appreciation events, and more. Membership is an easy and affordable way to stay connected to your child's education and support the school.
-Become a PTSA member and get a window decal-CLICK HERE
-Attend the next PTSA Meeting - CLICK HERE
-Support PTSA fundraising efforts - CLICK HERE
-Read about our members - CLICK HERE
Walter Zausch, PTSA President
brownptsa.president@gmail.com
Counselors
Counselors
CLICK HERE to visit the Counseling Corner. It's your one-stop-shop for answers to most of your questions K-12!
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELING (K-5) - from Christy Teague, Elementary School Counselor
From Christy Teague, Elementary School Counselor
christy.teague@jefferson.kyschools.us
ACT test coming soon!
*Mark your calendars for April 13 (Tuesday) for Monday/Tuesday students, April 14 (Wednesday) for virtual students, and April 15 (Thursday) for Thursday/Friday students for the ACT test.
From Pam Willison, Middle and High School Counselor
Athletic Director- Justin.leonard@jefferson.kyschools.us
Athletics
Athletics
High School Winter Sports:
Our boys and girls basketball teams seasons have ended and both teams worked really hard and showed improvement every day.
Our bowling teams season is also over, finishing 3rd in the region. Several bowlers made the All Region Academic team; Niara Snowden, Gracie Rice, Denver Skeeters, Gabe Shir and Jacob Saltsman. Gracie Rice, Gabe Shir and Jacob Saltsman also made the 2nd Team All Region. Nathan Shannon was voted to the 1st team All Region. Great job bowling team!!
Our swim and diving team has continued to have a great season. Our boys and girls teams came in 1st place in 1st Central High School Pandemic Meet. In the Brown Bear "B" Sprint Meet, our boys and girls relay teams won the corkscrew relay for the 1st time in the meets 16 year history. Our swimming and diving team is doing amazing things!!
High School Spring Sports
Our spring sports season is quickly approaching, with spring practices beginning. The Track season started on 3/1, tennis this past Monday, and baseball and softball will start up 3/18. If any student in grades 7th-12th is interested in joining one of our spring sports teams, please reach out to the coaches as soon as possible. Anyone participating must have all eligibility forms completed. All paperwork can be found on the athletics page of mybrownschool.org, under eligibility forms. All paperwork must be completed, with the $20 insurance fee, before any student can participate. Insurance fees can be paid at MSB Link HERE
A list of coaches are:
Baseball- Kevin Burton kevinburton1979@gmail.com
Softball- Josh Luttrell rja172307@gmail.com
Boys and Girls Tennis- Matthew Davis- matthew.davis@jefferson.kyschools.us
Track- Ben Kolb and Jelly Green - bennet.kolb@jefferson.kyschools.us and william.green@jefferson.kyschools.us
Athletic Director- Justin Leonard- Justin.leonard@jefferson.kyschools.us
Elementary and Middle School Winter/Spring Sports:
Elementary and middle school fall sports are postponed until we return to school.
Backpack of Success Skills
Backpack of Success Skills
Congratulations to Lia Mananandry! She was our first 5th grader to complete their North Star Backpack Defense! We have almost reached 50% completion status for our Senior North Star Defenses. If you have questions about whether your student has completed their defense, please reach out to Norah or Amy.
Backpack Team
Backpack Team
If you have any questions please contact us:
Grades 6-12 Backpack Lead, norah.wakefield@jefferson.kyschools.us
Grades K-5 Backpack Lead, amy.thornton@jefferson.kyschools.us
Check out our BACKPACK NEWSLETTER
Family Matters
Family Matters
Check out the JCPS Nutrition Services Meal plan changes.
FREE SPRING BREAK FUN | The Kentucky Derby Museum has special activities planned for Spring Break! Kids 14 & under get in FREE March 27 - April 3. Click here for more details.
HYBRID LEARNING SCHEDULE | Looking for an easy way to keep track of your student's in-person and virtual learning days? We're here to help!
Click here for the weekly schedule for hybrid learning.
If you need any details on in-person learning or virtual learning, click here for our full back to school newsletter.
Calendars
Calendars
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