Harlan Happenings

We hope you and your students had a smooth first week back from break as we all settled back into our learning routines. Below, you’ll find a list of upcoming events hosted by Harlan, the Brandywine School District, and our surrounding community partners.

➕ Math in Motion
📅 Wednesday, January 21
⏰ 6–7:30 PM

📍 Harlan Elementary –Cafeteria
An engaging, movement-filled math experience for the whole family!

⭐ Special Literacy Night: Bedtime Stories
📅 Thursday, January 22
⏰ 7:30–8:00 PM
📍 Zoom

Join us for a special virtual bedtime stories event with acclaimed author Kwame Alexander, best known for The Crossover, winner of the Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award Honor.
A cozy, inspiring night you won’t want to miss!

🎉 Parents Night Out
📅 Friday, January 23
⏰ 6–8:30 PM
Hosted by Brandywine School District

📍Location: American Karate Studio

Branmar Plaza

1812 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE 19810

📩 Please check out the newsletter for full details and registration information.
We can’t wait to kick off the new year together!

Hosted by: Brandywine School District Dance Team

Partner Location: American Karate Studio (Branmar Plaza)

📅 Event Info

• Date: Friday, January 23

• Time: 6:00–8:30 PM

• Location:
  American Karate Studio
  Branmar Plaza
  1812 Marsh Road, Wilmington, DE 19810

👧🏽🧒🏼 Who Can Attend

• Children ages 5–12

• Drop-off event in a fun & safe environment

• Limited to the first 40 students (will sell out)

🎉 Activities Include

• Martial arts lesson

• Fun dance party

• LEGO building

• Games & activities

• Ninja obstacle course

• Optional pizza dinner ($7.50 per child)

💵 Cost

• $30 per child

• $25 from each registration goes directly back to the BSD Dance Team

📝 Registration

• Online pre-registration required

• Register here: http://bit.ly/dancepno2026

💡 Why Parents Love It

• Enjoy a kid-free evening—dinner, movie, or quiet time

• Kids have a blast with friends in a supervised setting

• Supports the BSD Dance Team fundraiser

The Wilmington Public Library offers a Teleservices Specialist every Tuesday to support our community. No appointment needed — walk-ins are welcome!

Here’s how they can help:

• Job and career guidance

• Resume support

• Computer help

• Assistance with Delaware ASSIST applications (Medicaid, SNAP, etc.)

• Housing and food resources

• Information about DHSS services

• Referrals to partner organizations

• And more!

They also provide a private, secure room for virtual appointments like telehealth visits, job interviews, and legal consultations. The space includes a laptop with updated telehealth apps, high-speed internet, and soundproofing for privacy.

Click the link below to learn more and access these services:
🔗Teleservices Specialist: Employment, Health, and Social Support - LibCal - Delaware Libraries

Feel free to share with anyone who may benefit! 💙

Families interested in applying for School Choice for the 2026–2027 school year can now submit applications online at www.SchoolChoiceDE.org.

• The application window is open until January 14, 2026.
  
  

• Kindergarten applications remain open through the first day of school.
  
  

• 5th and 8th grade families: If your student wants to attend a middle or high school outside of their feeder school, you’ll need to submit a new application during this window.
  
  

For questions, contact Choice@bsd.k12.de.us or call (302) 793-5014.

Did you know that the Brandywine School District offers Gifted Education Services for students who demonstrate exceptional creativity, academic achievement, and task commitment?

Families, students, and teachers may submit student referrals between December 1, 2025, and January 30, 2026. All referral forms and instructions will be available on the district website during that time.

✅ Only one referral is needed to begin the review process.
📅 All referred students will be reviewed in the spring, and families will receive decisions by email no later than May 31, 2026.

For students entering 6th grade next school year, the review process will be completed before the middle school choice deadline, allowing families to make informed decisions for the 2026–27 school year.

If you have questions, please email giftedservices@bsd.k12.de.us.

Field trips are around the corner, and we can’t make the magic happen without our amazing parent volunteers! ✨ If you’d love to join the fun and be part of your student’s adventure, chaperone packets are ready for you in the main office. Don’t miss the chance to create memories right alongside your student! 🚌📚🎉