Welcome Back Eagles!!

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

What a wonderful first week of school we have had! Thank you for partnering with us to make the start of this school year smooth and successful. From preparing your children for their new routines to encouraging them with positivity and care, your support has helped lay a strong foundation for learning and growth.

As we continue this great start, we want to kindly remind families that student drop-off begins at 8:30 a.m., and students who walk should also arrive no earlier than 8:30 a.m. This ensures that all students are safe and supervised as they begin their day. Your help in following this schedule allows us to provide a secure and welcoming environment for everyone.

Together, we are creating the conditions for a successful year ahead. We sincerely appreciate your ongoing support and partnership in helping our students thrive.

BCJ Admin Team,

Dorlita Adams, Principal

Michele Sanders, Assistant Principal

Good afternoon Barbara C. Jordan Families,

We’re excited to share that Barbara C. Jordan Elementary School is partnering with the City Connects program as part of a district-wide initiative to strengthen support for our students and families. This partnership will help us build a system that not only enhances support at school but also connects you with out-of-school resources and enrichment opportunities.

An important step in building this new program is to hear your thoughts on the challenges facing your student(s) and the strengths and needs of our school community. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey–your voice is critical to this process.

City Connects Family Survey for Barbara C. Jordan Elementary School

The survey is available in both English and Spanish. All responses are anonymous and will not be shared with anyone at the school or district level.

Thank you for helping us build a stronger community of support for every child.

In Service of Our Children,

Sharonica L. Hardin-Bartley, Ph.D., PHR

Superintendent

Buenas tardes, familia de Barbara C. Jordan:

Nos complace anunciar que la Escuela Primaria Barbara C. Jordan se ha asociado con el programa City Connects como parte de una iniciativa distrital para fortalecer el apoyo a nuestros estudiantes y familias. Esta colaboración nos ayudará a construir un sistema que no solo mejore el apoyo escolar, sino que también los conecte con recursos extraescolares y oportunidades de enriquecimiento.

Un paso importante en el desarrollo de este nuevo programa es conocer su opinión sobre los desafíos que enfrentan sus estudiantes y las fortalezas y necesidades de nuestra comunidad escolar. Por favor, dediquen unos minutos a completar esta encuesta; su opinión es fundamental en este proceso.

Encuesta familiar de City Connects para Barbara C. Jordan Elementary School

La encuesta está disponible en inglés y español. Todas las respuestas son anónimas y no se compartirán con nadie de la escuela ni del distrito.

Gracias por ayudarnos a construir una comunidad de apoyo más sólida para cada niño.

Al servicio de nuestros niños,

Sharonica L. Hardin-Bartley, Ph.D., PHR

Superintendente

Every school day matters, and arriving on time sets students up for success. Consistent, on-time attendance helps children build strong routines, stay engaged in learning, and start their day feeling prepared.

Beginning this week, if a student arrives after 8:45 a.m., a parent or caregiver will be required to come into the building to sign their child in. This procedure ensures student safety, accurate record-keeping, and accountability for punctuality.

We appreciate your support in helping students arrive on time each day. Working together, we can build strong habits that set the tone for a successful school year.

Parents and caregivers, please continue to check Infinite Campus to ensure that your child’s enrollment has been completed. If you notice that your child is not yet registered, we kindly ask for your patience as we work through the first week of school. Our team is committed to ensuring that every student is properly enrolled, and we appreciate your understanding and support as we navigate this process together.

Thank you to all of our families who participated in our Meet the Teacher Passport Drawing! Parents had the opportunity to connect with their child’s teacher, meet our specialists, and engage with community partners. We are excited to announce our three lucky winners:

✨ Adrian Owens
✨ LaShondra McKinney
✨ LaShawnda Vaulx

Each winner will receive a $25 Target Gift Card. Congratulations! 🎊 We appreciate the strong family engagement and look forward to continuing this partnership throughout the school year.

(SDUC) Student Expectations Guide for 2025–2026 is now available! This guide outlines the key behaviors, routines, and responsibilities that help us maintain a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment across all schools in our district.

We encourage all students and families to review the guide together. Familiarity with these expectations ensures that every student can thrive and that our schools remain welcoming and supportive for all.

Thank you for your partnership in fostering a positive and successful school year!

In accordance with Missouri Senate Bill 68, the School District of University City is implementing a Cell Phone Policy designed to support a safe, focused, and distraction-free learning environment. We encourage all families to take a moment to review the policy.

• Aug. 25 - CommUNITY Chat - CommUNITY Chat via Zoom on Monday, August 25, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. This session will address questions and concerns related to the cell phone policy. Registration is available at www.ucityschools.org/commchat.
  
• Sept. 1 - District Closed, Labor Day
• Sept. 2 - BCJ Fall Picture Day
• Sept. 9 - BCJ Curriculum Night | Open House, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• Sept. 15 - One UCity Community Connect | Brittany Woods 5:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• 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: Aug. 27 | Sept. 3, 10 & 17

Let’s kick off the school year together while supporting BCJ Eagles! 🦅❤️