BCJ SOAR Spotlight

Dear BCJ Parents and Caregivers,

We are so grateful for the partnership and support you continue to show as we settle into the school year. Can you believe we are already in week four? Your children have been doing such a wonderful job learning, growing, and building relationships with their teachers and peers.

As part of our commitment to ensuring every student thrives, we are in the process of developing our intervention groupings. These groups are designed to provide targeted support for both academic and social-emotional growth, helping each child build confidence, resilience, and a love of learning. We will share more details with you soon.

We also want to remind you that student safety is always a top priority. Please be sure that students arrive no earlier than 8:30 a.m., as staff supervision is not available before that time. Your partnership in this helps us ensure that every child begins their day safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Thank you for your continued support and for trusting us to nurture and guide your children each day.Together, we are building a strong foundation for a successful and fulfilling school year!

Warmly,

BCJ Admin Team

Self-care isn’t selfish - it’s the foundation that helps us show up with more energy, kindness and resilience for the people and causes we care about.

Families, you’re invited! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦❤️

Join us for our upcoming Title I & Curriculum Nights at each school. These events are a great opportunity to: Learn more about the curriculum Discover resources and supports for your child’s success Hear important updates about your school’s Title I program and strategic plan.

📅 Elementary Schools: Tuesday, Sept. 9 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

📅 Brittany Woods Middle School: Thursday, Sept. 25 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

📅 UCHS & Lieberman Learning Center: Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.

We look forward to connecting with you! 🌟

We are excited to share that Homecoming 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18, 2025, as we come together to celebrate this year’s theme:

✨ “A Different World: Celebrating Class, Culture, and CommUNITY” ✨

We are thrilled to announce that our Grand Marshal will be Chris Blumenhorst—and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! More details about the Homecoming Parade and events will be coming soon, so stay tuned.

🍬 To help make this celebration extra sweet, we are asking families to donate candy for the parade. All donations should be dropped off at the school by Friday, October 17 at 3:00 p.m.

🚚 In addition, we are looking for help with decorating our BCJ truck for the parade. If you are interested in lending a hand, please let us know—we would love your creativity and support!

Thank you for your continued support in making Homecoming a memorable and fun event for our students, families, and community! 💛🖤

Join us for BCJ Title I & Curriculum Night on Tuesday, September 9 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Barbara C. Jordan Elementary! Families will have the opportunity to explore our curriculum, learn about available resources, discover ways to partner in supporting student success, and receive important updates on BCJ’s Title I program and strategic plan. Light refreshments will be provided for families, and attendees will have the chance to participate in a drawing to win a $25 Target gift card.

Join us for an engaging evening at the One U City Community Connect on Monday, September 15, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Brittany Woods Middle School. This event is an excellent opportunity to gather with fellow parents and staff as we prepare for the upcoming 2025 - 2026 school year.

What to Expect:

• Breakout Sessions: Participate in discussions on various topics, including Trivia, U-Spark, Teacher Appreciation, and more.
• Athletics: Learn about our sports programs, including soccer, basketball, and cheerleading.
• Fundraising: Share new ideas and needs to support our school.
• Community Collaborative: Help plan for the upcoming year and share your thoughts.
• Enrichment: Explore exciting opportunities like Lego League and 4H.

Childcare will be provided during the event, so bring the whole family!

Don’t miss out on this chance to connect and collaborate. We look forward to seeing you there!

🦅 As we continue to SOAR together, here are the key dates to keep in mind for a successful month ahead!

• Sept. 9 - BCJ Curriculum Night | Open House, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• Sept. 11 - Patriot's Dy
• Sept. 15 - One UCity Community Connect | Brittany Woods 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Sept. 15 - National Hispanic Month Begins
• Sept. 19 - No School - District PD

Join us at 8127 Olive Street on Wednesday evenings, 5–7 p.m. for $2.99 Happy Meals, mascot photo ops, free coloring pages, and a chance to spin the Prize Wheel when you donate school supplies or place an order! 🎉

📅 Dates: Sept. 3, 10 & 17

🎒Donations welcome to support BCJ students!