Brinker Bulletin
September 23, 2021
Message from Principal Cockrell:
Hello, Brinker Families!
I hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful fall weather! I know the kids and the teachers are enjoying being outside for recess a lot more! Our teachers have started a brand new social emotional learning curriculum called Second Step and the kids are enjoying it. It focuses on enhancing social skills and regulating our emotions through short videos, practice, and class discussions. Since our kids were somewhat isolated from each other last year, we want to make sure we are focusing not only on academics, but also their mental health. Students learn best when they have strong relationships at school and feel comfortable in the classroom. Creating a safe and loving environment here at Brinker has been a big topic of conversation this year. Also, I can’t wait for Field Day next week. It will be my first Brinker Field Day and we’re adding water games this year. The kids are pumped!
Thank you all for your continued support and have a great weekend!
Picture Day is Coming!!
Brinker Elementary School Picture Day!
Photo Day: September 30th
Make-Ups: November 2nd
Website: https://legacystudios.com/purchase/
Online Code: 7200F22
Dates to Know:
Important Dates:
- September 27-29: CogAT 3-5
- September 30: Fall School Picture Day
- October 1: Fall Field Day
- October 4-7: CogAT 1st Grade
- October 11: Student/Teacher Holiday
- October 12: Student Holiday/Parent Teacher Conferences
Click HERE for 2021-22 PISD District Calendar
COGAT Testing Information:
COGAT Testing Letter:
During the fall of 2021 all students in grades 1, 3, 4, and 5 will participate in the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). This test measures a child’s general and specific cognitive abilities.Click HERE for more information.
What parents should know about COGAT? (English document click HERE)
What parents should know about COGAT? (Spanish document click HERE)
Counselor Corner from Mrs. Johnson
Counselor Corner:
This month in guidance students have been learning about our emotions in the Zones of Regulation. Zones are meant to help students recognize which zone their feelings are in and how to use self-regulation strategies to stay or change their zone.
Calling all parents! Don't miss out on PEEPS! The Parent Education and Engagement Program Course Catalog is linked HERE with some great info for you!
How to register for classes in parent calendar? Click HERE
PISD KINDNESS CARD CONTEST: Due October 12th
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS for FIELD DAY!
If interested in volunteering for Field Day, please be sure you have been cleared to volunteer through a PISD background check. Below is the link for the background check and to volunteer.
September PISD Wellness Calendar!
From the Library
Message from our Librarian Mrs. Pearson:
Reading is of the utmost importance at Brinker Elementary! Reading is the foundation of all student’s education. Special reading programs encourage students to develop a love of reading. The library offers several exciting programs for children. These are excellent opportunities for you and your child to read together. Please encourage your child to participate in these reading programs.
Texas 2x2 Reading Club: Sponsored by the Texas Library Association (www.txla.org) for students in kindergarten – 2nd grade. Students must read all 20 books from the annual list to qualify for the reading celebration in the spring. Reading logs are available in the library and are due by March 1, 2022.
Texas Bluebonnet Book Club: Sponsored by the Texas Library Association (www.txla.org) for students in grades 3rd-6th to read from an annual list of 20 books. To qualify to vote for their favorite book in January, five books must be read. To qualify to participate in the reading celebration in the spring, students must read 10 or more of the books from the current list. Reading logs are due in the library by January 31, 2022.
Due to the pandemic, some of the additional reading programs we have offered in the past have changed or are no longer available. I am working on finding more opportunities in the future.
Want to learn home strategies that support your child with dyslexia?
Please join us for an informative evening of our Region 10 Dyslexia Parent County Connection! Not only can you participate from the comfort of your own home, but you get to choose the date that is most convenient for you.
PISD Coding Club Opportunity:
Campus Title IX Coordinator:
Andrea Cockrell is the Campus Title IX Coordinator for the 2021-2022 school year. Andrea Cockrell will address employee and student concerns or inquiries regarding discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment.
Reports can be made at any time and by any person, including during non-business hours, by mail, email or phone. During district business hours, reports may also be made in person.
Contact Information
Campus Title IX Coordinator
469-752-0510
Important Links
- Click here to view PISD's Student/Parent Policy Guide.
- Click here to view breakfast and lunch menus.
- Click here to learn about PASAR after school care.
- Click here to fill out PISD's volunteer application (must be done annually).
- Click here to follow us on Facebook!
- Click here to view Helpful Websites for Brinker families.
- Click here to join Brinker PTA and/or purchase spirit wear!
- Click here for Brinker Frequently Asked Questions.
- Click here for Brinker Attendance Guidelines.
- Click here for the Parent Portal