The Bobcat Times

It’s hard to believe we are already nearing the halfway point of the second grading period. One of our focus areas this month is supporting students’ use of our computer-based learning programs. To help with this, we are encouraging all families to assist their child in meeting our schoolwide DreamBox goal each week:

• Kindergarten–2nd Grade: 5 lessons per week

• 3rd–5th Grade: 10 lessons per week

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Additionally, the PCS Annual Stakeholder Survey is now open through December 19, 2025. We value your voice and encourage all families to participate. Your feedback provides meaningful insight that helps support Brooker Creek Elementary and Pinellas County Schools.

Thank you, parents and guardians, for your continued support and partnership. We appreciate your involvement in our school community and in your child’s education.

The Tampa Bay Lightning will be visiting our school on Friday, November 21st! Students in 1st–5th grade will have the opportunity to participate in fun and engaging hockey activities, led by the Lightning staff. In order for your child to participate, a signed waiver is required.

Please complete the waiver using the link below by November 20th.

https://flowsto.com/r/yhNb7zdqV

Students who do not have a completed waiver will still be able to watch and cheer on their classmates but will not be able to take part in the activities.

Thank you!

Mrs. White & Mrs. Watt

Dr. Brown and I want to take a moment to remind everyone of the importance of students being present for the entire school day, every day. Each hour of instruction matters, and consistent attendance has a direct impact on student success and learning growth.

Please make every effort to schedule doctor’s appointments, family activities, and vacations outside of school hours whenever possible. We are seeing an increase in students missing critical instructional time due to early dismissals and absences, and we want every Bobcat to have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to your child’s education. Together, we can ensure every student makes the most of their learning time each day. Please feel free to reach out should you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter.

Thank you,

Mrs. Gerber

The Pinellas County Schools annual stakeholder survey is open until December 19,2025. I would like to encourage all of our families to take part in the survey to provide valuable input about Brooker Creek Elementary and Pinellas County School.

Below is the Testing Schedule for PM2. Your student's classroom teacher will communicate exact testing dates.

Please reach out should you have any questions regarding this matter.

Mrs. Gerber

We kindly ask that all parents take a moment this week to label your child’s lunch box, water bottle, and jackets. Each day, students misplace these items, and without a name, we are unable to identify and return them. Labeling your child’s belongings helps ensure that if something is misplaced, it can be returned quickly so your child is not without it for an extended period of time.

Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Today, our school conducted a required instructional fire drill. As part of this drill, teachers reviewed the district’s electronic battery safety curriculum with students. This lesson helps ensure that students understand safe practices when using and handling devices with rechargeable batteries.

Monday November 10, 2025

3:00 PSA-Sports

Veterans Day Program

3:00 pm PSA-Sports

3:00 pm Spark Art Club

Wednesday November 12, 2025

Great American Teach In

3:00 pm PSA-Sports

3:00 pm Artsy Fartsy

3:00 pm STEM

3:00 pm Poetry Club

3:00 pm Math ELP

Thursday November 13, 2025

6:00 pm Technology Family Night

Friday November 14, 2025

BCES Spirit Day - Wear your school tee-shirt or colors

Mid-Term Progress Reports Sent Home

November:

11/20 - Turkey Trot

11/24-11/28 - No School/Thanksgiving Break

December:

12/12 - Holiday Movie Night & Gift shoppe

12/16 - Family Lunch (5th Grade 11:50-12:20)

12/16 - Winter Chorus Concert

12/19 - End of Grading Period 2

12/22-1/2 - No School/Winter Break

Hello Bobcat Families!

We are headed into a busy few weeks before the end of the year and a well-deserved break, but the semester isn’t over yet! We still have a few great events up our sleeves. If you are interested in learning more about the PTA or helping out our board as we plan and execute these fun events, please feel free to join us for our monthly board meetings. Let us know if you are interested!

· Our Giving Tree returns on November 20th!! Permission slips for your child to grab a tag (or two or three) will be heading home soon, or you can stop by when you are watching your little turkeys trot and grab a few extras.

· Our Family Holiday Movie Night returns December 12th! This is a free event for all. Bring your chairs and blankets and watch a Christmas classic. Food will be available for purchase. More information will be coming soon.

· The Wonderland Gift Shoppe will return in December as well. It will be open the night of our Family Holiday Movie Night (12/12) as well as the following week 12/15-12/19 and during our Winter Holiday Chorus Concert on 12/16. There will be lots of chances to shop and help out if you have time! Watch for a sign-up genius coming soon!

Spirit wear is now online! Thank you all for your patience while we refilled our orders, restocked our supply, and then moved it all online. Shop what we have using this link and orders will be sent home with your child: https://brookercreekelementary.givebacks.com/shop

Are you a PTA member yet? Been meaning to sign up? You can sign up online here: https://brookercreekelementary.givebacks.com/shop/items/fb20783fcc69

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, you can reach out to me via email at presidentbcepta@gmail.com

Jen Reyes

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!

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