The Bobcat Times

Dear Brooker Creek Families,

The teachers and staff are incredibly proud of the academic success our students have demonstrated so far this school year. As we continue through the first quarter, I encourage all families to talk with their children about their results from the first FAST assessment of the year, as well as their mid-term progress reports.

In the coming weeks, teachers will begin working with students to develop academic action plans that include meaningful and attainable goals for the school year. These goals will help students understand their strengths, identify areas for growth, and take an active role in their academic success.

By working together as students, families, and staff, we can ensure that every child has a highly successful, rewarding, and exciting school experience at Brooker Creek Elementary. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work to ensure that Every Bobcat Counts!

Seymour Brown
Principal
Brooker Creek Elementary School

Brooker Creek Elementary is proud to congratulate Mrs. Shannon Livingston on being selected as the 2026 Pinellas County Elementary Art Teacher of the Year!

Mrs. Livingston was selected for the significant and lasting positive impact she has made not only at Brooker Creek Elementary, but throughout Pinellas County. Through her creativity, passion, and visionary leadership, she has helped transform our campus into a celebration of student art and school pride.

Some of her most impressive projects include a student-led Bobcat mosaic, a breathtaking 15' x 40' painted butterfly mural, beautiful campus mosaics covering our stairways, and a massive Brooker Creek Nature Preserve mural that welcomes families along our parent car line.

Mrs. Livingston’s dedication to inspiring students through the arts is evident throughout our campus and in the countless students whose creativity she has encouraged and nurtured.

Please join us in congratulating one of Brooker Creek’s most loved and respected teachers on this outstanding and well-deserved recognition! To honor her accomplishment Brooker Creek has designated September 25, 2026, as Mrs. Livingston Appreciation Day.

Congratulations, Mrs. Livingston — BCE is incredibly proud of you!

Congratulations to Grace Prillhart, our BCE East Lake Sunrise September Student of the Month! Grace’s caring heart shows kindness to all. She quietly jumps in without any teacher direction to assist a peer with clarification on directions or steps to set up a notebook, not for the praise or a “thank you”, just because that’s who she is, a very thoughtful person! Grace is self-driven, very conscientious and takes ownership for her learning. Grace is a member of the National Elementary Honor Society and serves BCE as a Safety Patrol. Outside of school, Grace enjoys cheering for the East Lake Eagles for her 3rd year in a row. Being a member of this competitive team has brought out leadership qualities in Grace. In fact, her EL Mighty Mites team took 3rd place in North Carolina at Pop Warner Nationals last year! Grace has also played softball for the East Lake Eagles for the past three years and is looking forward to another great season this spring!

So, as you can see, this sparkling Bobcat represents Brooker Creek and our R.O.A.R.S. characteristics quite well. As her mother shared with me, “Grace truly owns her name!” I believe so many of the adults and friends who encounter Grace see this and would agree “Congratulations on being the September Rotary Student of the Month” is quite deserved!

Thank you to all of the grandparents and families who participated in our PTA Grandparents Breakfast today! It was wonderful to see the excitement and smiles on the faces of our students as they shared this special morning with their grandparents and loved ones.

A huge thank you to all of our grandparents for taking the time to join us and for making the day so memorable for our students. Your presence truly made their day extra special, and we are grateful for the important role you play in the lives of our Bobcats!

The FOCUS Parent Portal is an important tool for parents and guardians to stay engaged and informed about their child’s education.

We encourage all families to regularly monitor their student’s academic progress, grades, attendance, behavior, and assessment/testing information through the Parent FOCUS Portal. Staying connected through FOCUS allows families to partner with the school and address questions or concerns throughout the school year.

Please use the link below to access the FOCUS Parent Sign-On Page and stay connected to your child’s progress.

Parents, we need your help in ensuring that your child’s personal belongings are properly labeled for school. Please include your child’s name inside lunch boxes, on the bottom of water bottles, and inside jackets, sweaters, and other personal items.

Clearly labeling belongings helps our staff quickly identify and return lost items to your child.

Thank you in advance for your assistance and cooperation in helping us keep our Bobcats’ belongings safe and accounted for!

Monday September 14, 2026

• 3:00 pm PSA =- Basketball
• 5:00 pm Family Game Night

Wednesday September 16, 2026

• 3:00 pm PSA - Soccer
• 3:00 pm Artsy Fartsy

Thursday September 17, 2026

Friday September 18, 2026

• Bobcat Spirit Day - Show off your Bobcat Gear

Join us for Brooker Creek Elementary’s first Family Engagement Night of the school year!

Family Game Night
📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m.

Come out for an evening of family, friends, fun, and games! Bring your favorite board or card game to play and share with other Brooker Creek families.

We look forward to seeing our Bobcat families come together for a fun evening of connection and community!

Please RSVP below so we know you’re coming!

September

21- Start with Hello / Student Support & Awareness Week

October

9 - Book Fair Begins

12- No school for Students

16 - Fall Festival

19 - School Fundraiser Begins

22 - Report Cards Distributed

30 - Family Lunch

November

6 - All Pro - Dads

10 - Veterans Day Program

11 - No School for Students

12 - Math Family Fun Night

18 - Great American Teach In (GATI)

19 - Turkey Trot

23 - Thanksgiving Break

11 - PTA Wonderland Holiday shoppe

11- PTA Holiday Movie Night

15 - Winter Chorus Concert

16 - Family Lunch

19 - Winter Holidays Begin

5 - Students Return

8 - All Pro Dads Meeting

14 - Report Cards Distributed

18- MLK Holiday

22 - Technology Fun Night

Is you K-2 student interested in Art? If so, sign up for the after-school art club. See the flyer below for additional information and on how to sign up.

Brooker Creek Elementary's PTA invites all students' parents and families out to the Fall Festival, October 16 at Brooker Creek. Admission for BCE Students is free. Pre-sale tickets are $12.

Dear Bobcat Families,

As we begin our first assessment cycle of the 2026–2027 school year, we want to make sure our families have important information regarding the PM1 Assessment Cycle.

The PM1 Assessment Window at Brooker Creek Elementary School will be September 1–25, 2026.

Please refer to the VPK, K–2, or 3–5 assessment letters below for important information specific to your child’s grade level. These letters provide an overview of the assessments students will complete during the PM1 assessment cycle.

Your student’s teacher will provide you with the specific date(s) of your child’s assessment(s), along with any additional information you may need.

Assessment data is an important part of our instructional process. It allows us to celebrate student growth, identify areas of need, and make informed decisions to ensure that every Bobcat receives the support and instruction needed to be successful.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Together, we are helping every Bobcat grow, learn, and reach their full potential!

Where Every Bobcat Counts! 🐾Should you have any questions regarding the PM1 Assessment Cycle, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Gerber.

Go Bobcats!

Your student’s PM1 Assessment results are now available for you to review.

To access your student’s results:

1. Log in to your Parent Portal.
2. Click on the Florida Statewide Assessments icon.
3. You will be directed to your student’s assessment results.

We encourage you to review these results to learn more about your student’s current academic performance and progress. Your child’s teacher will use this information, along with classroom data, to help guide instruction and provide appropriate support throughout the school year.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your student’s success at Brooker Creek Elementary School, where Every Bobcat Counts!

Help your child's teacher purchase classroom supplies, books, technology, student incentives, and more.

SchoolCash Online is Pinellas County Schools new official online payment system for which makes it easier to securely pay for a variety of school-related expenses, including:

The district encourages families to sign up today. Registration is free. Register today and enjoy a faster, easier way to manage your student's school payments: https://pcsb.schoolcashonline.com/Registration/Profile

Brooker Creek Elementary is working to enhance our social media presence and highlight the wonderful events happening each week at our school. We invite all families to like and follow our Facebook page to stay informed about school news, celebrations, and important announcements!

A special thank you to the Brooker Creek Elementary PTA Platinum Sponsors for the 2026–2027 school year! Their generous support helps our PTA continue to provide valuable resources and opportunities that benefit the academic programs, student recognition efforts, teachers, and students here at Brooker Creek.

District Vision: 100% Student Success

District Mission: Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life

Brooker Creek's Mission Statement: Brooker Creek Elementary, a community that encourages growth by valuing each other's differences, respecting everyone and creating life-long learners.

Brooker Creek Elementary

3130 Forelock Rd.,

Tarpon Springs, FL 34688-7286

https://www.facebook.com/BrookerCreekElementary/followers

Phone: 727-943-4600

Principal - Dr. Seymour Brown

Assistant Principal- Mrs. Kristie Gerber

Secretary / Bookkeeper - Mrs. Susan Flemming

Data Management Technician - Mrs. Eileen Quinones

School Counselor - Mrs. Toniann Prillhart

Media / Technology Specialist - Mrs. Danielle Gabbert

Front Office Clerk - Mrs. Phyllis Divilio

Family & Community Liaison - Mrs. Rachel Kloepfer

School Nurse - Mrs. Diana Glatczak