Principal's Message

Dear Brown School Family,

I'm going to start off with a statement with which you will all agree. "It isn't easy being a teacher or being a parent during NTI." You see, I told you you'd agree with me. Seriously, we all know the frustrations that teaching, or parenting during NTI, can bring. We know the day-to-day realities and the trials that plague us as we try to educate our students, a goal which we all share. We also know that it is important for us to keep a positive attitude that will communicate itself to our students and encourage them as they continue with their learning. We know this, but it is often easier said than done.

Frankly, it's not easy to keep a positive outlook and a high energy level over a sustained period of time. So much can happen to eat away at the enthusiasm and joy we once felt when we were able to actually set foot in the classroom; it is easy now to find ourselves discouraged. We miss seeing our students face-to-face. However, we must concentrate on our successes rather than on opportunities we might be missing. Focusing on the successes will help us all keep our perspective that our students are still learning and growing. I appreciate the partnerships that have been forged during this time between our parents and our teachers. I also am humbled at the growth of our students, teachers, and families in using technology throughout the teaching/learning process!

Parents, I want to commend you on navigating the NTI process! I know it's been challenging at times. I want to encourage you to reach out to your student's teachers and share any positive thoughts or a word of encouragement. We all need to hear about those successes to maintain our encouragement. A positive email will definitely brighten your student's teacher's day.

Please make sure you are checking your student's grades in the Infinite Campus Portal. We have many students who are not completing their assignments and are not logging in for synchronous instruction. I have been sending out letters to our high school families who have students that I am especially concerned about meeting their requirements for graduation. If your student has low grades in his/her classes, please reach out to the teacher. It is our desire to get our students back on track while there is still time before the end of the semester.

The application window is now open for prospective admissions for the 2021-22 school year. You can view our recording of our Virtual Open House Q&A HERE. You can also visit our Admissions Page HERE.

Warm regards,

Dr. Angela, Principal

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*ATTENTION SENIORS! Get the Evolve502 Scholarship!

Evolve502 will give every JCPS graduate the opportunity for a tuition-free, two-year college degree, certificate or training. The Evolve502 Scholarship is a "last dollar "scholarship program. The scholarship covers a student’s tuition after federal and state aid have been applied. Go here for more information and to apply!

*ATTENTION 8TH GRADERS!

Is your student planning to attend a high school other than Brown? See the High School Choices Book for more info.

Application period: November 2, 2020 - December 16, 2020

Students who apply during the application period will be notified of the status of their application by April 1, 2021.

Students planning to return to Brown for High School DO NOT need to fill out an application. Enrollment will be automatic.

*The Vogt Scholarship Application is Open for Seniors

Please visit below to access the scholarship application. The application will close Friday, November 20 at 5 p.m. EST. Based on funds available, this $12,000 scholarship is awarded to one qualifying student from each JCPS high school.

In order to be considered for the award, a student must have:

· Demonstrated leadership in school, extracurricular, and community activities

· A cumulative (weighted) GPA of 3.2 or higher

· An ACT score of 25 or higher, or an SAT score of 1200 or higher

· Completed and/or enrolled in Advanced Placement or equivalent college-level curriculum

Vogt Application

*Craft and Gatton Academies for Sophomores:

The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics is a dual-credit residential high school for academically exceptional Kentucky students. The Craft Academy's purpose is to meet the unique educational needs of academically gifted and talented high school juniors and seniors in the Commonwealth. The academic rigor of the Craft Academy challenges students to excel at their highest level through project-based STEM+X courses and hands-on learning experiences, with emphasis on innovation, design and creativity, and civic and regional engagement.

For more information on Craft Academy visit: www.moreheadstate.edu/craft-academy

The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky is a residential program for bright, highly motivated Kentucky high school students who have demonstrated interest in pursuing advanced careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Housed on the campus of Western Kentucky University, students take college classes, engage in faculty-led research, and have the ability to study abroad.

For more information Gatton Academy visit: https://www.wku.edu/academy/about/index.php

*(ms)2 STEM Summer Program for Freshmen:

FREE SUMMER STEM PROGRAM - APPLY NOW!

Accepted African American, Latinx, and Native American students receive full scholarships that include roundtrip airfare.

Click here for more info!

*New Counseling Site

*Visit the new Counseling Corner here. It's your one-stop-shop for answers to most of your questions!

From Pam Willison, Middle and High School Counselor

pam.willison@jefferson.kyschools.us

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELING (K-5) - from Christy Teague, Elementary School Counselor

Check out Miss Christy's Virtual World, including:

• What's Happening

• Miss Christy's Classroom Visits - CCC Lessons

• Counseling Request Form & Miss Christy's contact information

• Testing

Visit the new Counseling Corner HERE. It’s your one-stop shop for answers to most of your questions. We are here to support students and parents during our “new normal”. The best method of connecting with your counselor during NTI is via email.

Core Counseling Curriculum (CCC) lessons, formerly known as Classroom Guidance, SCHEDULE - for when ES will visit your child's class to teach a social/emotion lesson.

Miss Christy's TIP of the Week: How to Encourage Perseverance in your Child

On a lighter note....What It's Like To Be a Remote Teacher

Visit the NEW Parent Coffee Shop to see what's happening now and explore helpful parent NTI resources.

Need Miss Christy?

email me at christy.teague@jefferson.kyschools.us

Family Matters

• Seek Common Ground has created Family Guides for K-5 grades to help families understand more about what children should know and be able to do by the end of each grade in literacy and math.

• The Americana Center located at 4801 Southside Dr, offers grab and go meals for families on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from 10 am - 1pm.

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