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  • BSD Bulletin // April 22, 2022

    LATEST NEWS SECOND SEMESTER EAGLE EYE FOR EQUITY RECIPIENTS This week, we celebrated three members of our school community for earning the Eagle Eye for Equity Award. This award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond to make Brentwood a more equitable and inclusive place to learn and grow, both inside and outside of the classroom. This semester's recipients include: Laura Brown, Brentwood High School Registrar Elli Disbennett, Mark Twain Elementary School Student Erik Lewis, Special School District Social Worker BOARD REORGANIZES, WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR The Brentwood Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, April 19. During the meeting, the board recognized outgoing member Melissa Nehrt for her six years of service to the Brentwood community. The board also welcomed new Director Ryan Flynn and elected new officers, which are as follows: Lindsay Spencer, President Kerry Trostel, Vice President Jamie Allen, Treasurer Chris Perkins, Secretary Ryan Flynn, Director Keith Rabenberg, Director Keith Slusser, Director MUSIC, THEATER AND VISUAL ARTS ON DISPLAY FRIDAY, APRIL 29 The Brentwood community is invited to attend an evening of music, theater and visual arts next Friday, April 29 at Brentwood High School. The Spring Art Show is scheduled for 3:15-6:45 p.m. and will feature a variety of artwork created by high school students, including BHS Senior Visual Arts Award winners Hayden Bender and Katelyn Kimmel. The show will also include a special performance by the BHS Jazz Band from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The BHS Theatre Troupe will take the auditorium stage at 7 p.m. for its production of "Annie." This popular musical tells the story of a 10-year-old tasked with navigating life as an orphan in New York City during the Great Depression. Showtimes for the spring musical are April 28-30 at 7 p.m. in the BHS Auditorium. Admission is $5 for students and $10 for adults. Artwork by Hayden Bender Artwork by Katelyn Kimmel FACILITIES UPDATE Our district website features a  monthly dashboard of the Prop E construction taking place on the McGrath Elementary School campus. The project continues to be on schedule, with an estimated completion date of December 2022. COMMUNITY WELLNESS Eight Tips for High School Graduates From Psychology Today More than 3 million high school students in the United States will graduate this spring, with many heading to college in the fall. The transition from high school to college is significant, and the successful adjustment to college and career can have lifelong implications. This Psychology Today article shares research-based advice for soon-to-be college students. Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.  You can also text  HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. HEALTH AND SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition The loss of any sense of smell or taste A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourself and others by scheduling your vaccination here:  https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate? It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information. DISTRICT CALENDAR REMINDERS FRIDAY, MAY 6 Early Release Day for K-12 K-12 dismiss at 12:30 p.m. BECC students follow their regular school schedule THURSDAY, MAY 26 Last Day of School for PK-12 K-12 dismiss at 12:30 p.m. BECC students follow their regular school schedule

    Friday, Apr 22 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // April 15, 2022

    LATEST NEWS BHS SPRING PRODUCTION: ANNIE Join the BHS Theatre Troupe this Spring as they perform ANNIE! The performances will be April 28 - 30 at 7pm.  Tickets are $5 for students/children and $10 for adults. 10-year old Annie is tasked with navigating life in 1933 New York City as an orphan. After being rescued from a hard-knock life in evil Miss Hannigan’s orphanage, she joins the ever rich and famous Oliver Warbucks at his mansion. Because Annie is still missing a piece of her, Warbucks initiates an FBI-led search for her parents. Join the pair as they form an unlikely- but heartwarming- friendship! Showtimes are April 28, 29, and 30 at 7 pm in the BHS auditorium. Tickets are $5 for children and $10 for adults. Bring the family for a night of theatre fun! KEY TO THE CLASSROOM Congratulations to Liam Briick, this year's recipient of the Special School District's (SSD) "The Key to the Classroom" award! One of SSD's greatest strengths is its teachers. With more than 2,500 teachers in the District working with students and families every day, they are a highly skilled and devoted group of educators. The Key to the Classroom Award recognizes the achievements of these dedicated individuals, and honorees are selected from a collection of nominations received from families, coworkers, students, and community members. Out of all of the nominations received, only ten educators are selected for this prestigious award. Liam's recognition is well deserved. In working with him, you know that he prefers to be a quiet help to students, not drawing attention to what he is doing or what a student needs. This, combined with how approachable students find him, is precisely why he was nominated and won. FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones: Latest Updates Slab Poured Area C MEPFP Rough-Ins Masonry Block Areas A & C Steel Erection Exterior Wall Framing and Sheathing Areas A/B  Roof Truss Installation Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS 8 Tips for High School Graduates Psychology Today   Over three-million high school students are graduating this spring in the United States. Many of them will head to university in the fall. The transition from high school to college is a major one, and successful adjustment to college/career has lifelong implications. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 22 PD Day - No Students MAY 6 Early Release Day (PD) Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM MAY 26 Last Student Attendance Day Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM

    Friday, Apr 15 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // April 8, 2022

    LATEST NEWS Mark Twain Elementary Named a Leader in Me Lighthouse School by FranklinCovey Education Leadership and Life Skills at Mark Twain Inspire Young Students to Become 21st Century Leaders with the Leader in Me Process Mark Twain Elementary announced today the school has been certified and named as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School by FranklinCovey Education. This recognition is evidence that the school has produced outstanding results in school and student outcomes, by implementing the Leader in Me process with fidelity and excellence. It is also because of the extraordinary impact the school is having on staff, students, parents, and the greater community. Mark Twain Lighthouse Team Leader in Me is an evidence-based PK-12 model, developed in partnership with educators, designed to build perseverance and leadership in students, create a high-trust culture, and help improve academic achievement. This model equips students, educators, and families with the leadership and life skills needed to thrive, adapt, and to contribute in a dynamic world. With Leader in Me, students learn to become self-aware, interdependent, take initiative, plan ahead, set and track goals, do  their homework, prioritize their time, be considerate of others, communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, find creative solutions, value differences, live a balanced life, and contribute to society. Carolyn Eastabrook, principal of Mark Twain said, “We are honored to have been certified and named a Leader in Me Lighthouse School. We have seen amazing results from implementing the Leader in Me process at our school, such as increased student autonomy, shared leadership and a decrease in disciplinary referrals. One example is a student who struggled to engage with peers and is now in a lead role welcoming all staff and students into school daily. This process not only has had a significant impact on this student, but on all students. And we expect to see greater results over time.” Lighthouse Certification is a highly regarded standard set by FranklinCovey Education that is attainable by every Leader in Me school and occurs as a result of implementing Leader in Me with fidelity. As it is a significant benchmark, applying for this certification typically occurs three to five years after a school begins the Leader in Me process. FranklinCovey Education has designed the Lighthouse Rubric to establish high standards for quality and, ultimately, school outcomes. Schools use the Lighthouse Rubric to measure outcomes in three areas: teaching leadership principles, creating a leadership culture, and aligning academic systems. Schools also measure their success as it relates to their unique school. Lighthouse Schools serve as exemplars to their community and to other schools. Sean Covey, President, FranklinCovey Education, said, “We are thrilled to recognize Mark Twain as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School. Schools who achieve this Lighthouse Certification are great examples of a strong leadership model , and of what it means to be a Leader in Me school. This school has experienced incredible results by implementing the principles and practices related to Leader in Me. And we are so pleased and honored to be their partner and to celebrate the success they are experiencing.” Since its official launch nearly a decade ago, more than 5,000 public, private, and charter schools across 50 countries have adopted the Leader in Me process, while nearly 600 schools have achieved the prestigious Lighthouse Certification . It is earned by schools that demonstrate the following: The principal, school administration and staff engage in ongoing learning and develop as leaders, while championing leadership for the school. Leadership principles are effectively taught to all students through direct lessons, integrated approaches, and staff modeling. Students are able to think critically about and apply leadership principles. Families and the school partner together in learning about the 7 Habits and leadership principles through effective communication and mutual respect. The school community is able to see leadership in the physical environment, hear leadership through a common language, and feel leadership through a culture of caring, relationships, and affirmation.  Leadership is shared with students through a variety of leadership roles and student voice leads to innovations within the school. Schoolwide, classroom, family and community leadership events provide authentic environments to celebrate leadership, build culture, and allow students to practice leadership skills. The school utilizes the 4DX® process to identify and track progress toward Wildly Important Goals (WIGs) for the school, classroom, and staff. Students lead their own learning with the skills to assess their needs, set appropriate goals, and carry out action plans. They track progress toward goals in Leadership Notebooks and share these notebooks with adults in student-led conferences. Teacher planning and reflection, trusting relationships, and student-led learning combine to create environments for highly engaged learning. Mark Twain will maintain its Lighthouse Certification for two years and will continue to foster its growth and proficiency in exemplifying a leadership culture and principles. At the end of the two years the school will recertify its Lighthouse Certification through a virtual self-assessment, describing and celebrating its growth and accomplishments since its original Lighthouse designation. Leader in Me training includes establishing vision for the school  or district, goal setting, personal-accountability systems and is aligned with commonly held best in class educational research, content and best practices. At the core of the Leader in Me model is the belief that every child possesses unique strengths and has the ability to be a leader. The foundation of Leader in Me is its PK-12 framework, the See-Do-Get model, and the Student Leadership Portrait and competencies. Leader in Me is implemented through an educator professional development model. Teachers and staff learn key concepts and integrate into existing systems. FranklinCovey has robust implementation support to ensure success for individual schools, district-wide, distance learning, and online delivery of content. Coaching supports implementation excellence and sustained achievement across all implementation modalities. Leader in Me is having a significant, measurable impact on schools all over the world and in the lives of millions of students, parents, teachers, and administrators. To learn more about the impact the process is having, visit http://www.theleaderinme.org/what-is-the-impact/ . For more information on the model that has been implemented in thousands of schools in more than 55 countries, visit www.leaderinme.org . TRACY RUSSO NAMED 2022 STAFF PERSON OF THE YEAR! CONGRATULATIONS to Nurse Tracy Russo (RN) for being named this year's Staff Member of the Year! Nurse Russo was selected by a committee of her peers for going above and beyond in service of our students and community. While many staff members were nominated for these awards, Nurse Russo stood out for her embodiment of Brentwood School District's "WHY" statement: "To empower and support our students with meaningful relationships that allow them to thrive and become positive forces of change."⁠ Please take a moment to congratulate Nurse Russo! SPRING FOOD SERVICE NEWSLETTER FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones: Latest Updates Slab Poured Area C MEPFP Rough-Ins Masonry Block Areas A & C Steel Erection Exterior Wall Framing and Sheathing Areas A/B  Roof Truss Installation Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS 7 Things Mindful Families Do Differently mindful.org   Busy schedules, digital devices, long commutes—all of this leads to families who are disconnected from each other as never before. Here are 7 ways mindfulness can strengthen your relationships, increase your well-being, and bring the family back together. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 22 PD Day - No Students MAY 6 Early Release Day (PD) Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM MAY 26 Last Student Attendance Day Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM

    Friday, Apr 08 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // April 1, 2022

    LATEST NEWS BRENTWOOD NAMES 2022 TEACHER OF THE YEAR! Brentwood School District is proud to recognize Mrs. Tereasa Gassel  as the 2022 Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Gassel is Communication Arts teacher at Brentwood Middle School. She was chosen by a committee of peers for her tireless work in supporting students, colleagues, and families, as well as for dedicating time and leadership to the district.   While the Teacher of the Year process is one that brings recognition to the hard work of all of our certified staff, one teacher is chosen each year to represent Brentwood and our WHY: "To empower and support our students with meaningful relationships that allow them to thrive and become positive forces of change."⁠ In a few weeks, the district will also name our 2022 Support Staff Person of the Year. In the meantime, please join us in congratulating Mrs. Gassel on her remarkable achievement! BHS SENIORS ENJOY CHARTWELLS FOOD TRUCK This week, Chartwells helped us celebrate our seniors with a food truck! The Chartwells truck served free street nachos and tacos along with fresh fruit to seniors. The truck visits about 20 Chartwells districts throughout the region. This is one of many ways we will help celebrate the Class of 2022 as they prepare for their next steps after high school! FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones: Latest Updates Slab Poured Area C MEPFP Rough-Ins Masonry Block Areas A & C Steel Erection Exterior Wall Framing and Sheathing Areas A/B  Roof Truss Installation Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS How to Talk to Your Children About Conflict & War UNICEF   When conflict or war makes the headlines, it can cause feelings such as fear, sadness, anger and anxiety wherever you live. Children always look to their parents or caregivers for a sense of safety and security, even more so in times of crisis. Here are some tips on how to approach the conversation with your child and to provide them with support and comfort. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 22 PD Day - No Students MAY 6 Early Release Day (PD) Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM MAY 26 Last Student Attendance Day Students (Except BECC) Dismiss at 12:30 PM

    Friday, Apr 01 2022

  • BHS Botany Class Annual Plant Sale

    Hello Brentwood Community The BHS Botany Class, as part of the Biology Club, is having our annual plant sale.  All plants were selected by the students and grown organically as part of our Botany coursework.  Proceeds will be used to purchase supplies/materials for our greenhouse and to help support our student garden (north end of the football field outside of the greenhouse, if you've never seen it), as well as our class project for the year. We have a motivated group again this year!  There is a variety of garden vegetables, flowers, herbs and succulents for anyone interested (see list below).  We have some new veggie (snap pea and habanero), herb (parsley and mint), and flower (columbine) choices this year.  All plants will be sold for $3 each or 2 for $5 (any combination).  Our hope is to have these ready for delivery a couple weeks after spring break. Vegetable Plants Tomato Cherry Tomato Bell Pepper Green Bean (bush variety) Squash Cucumber Jalapeno Habanero Snap Peas Flowers Shasta Daisy Zinnia Morning Glory Columbine Cosmos  Marigold Miscellaneous Pothos Aloe (possibly) Herbs Thyme Dill Basil Oregano Cilantro Parsley Mint Shasta Daisy Cosmos (color may vary) Zinnia Columbine (color may vary) Morning Glory Marigold If interested, please contact Mr. Hamdan at zhamdan@brentwoodmoschools.org by next Friday (3/18) letting us know how many of which plants you want.  We have started a few seedlings already but will need time to plant more depending on demand. Thanks for the support!

    Thursday, Mar 10 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // March 4, 2022

    LATEST NEWS UPDATES TO UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS BEGIN MARCH 7 Beginning on March 7th, the district is moving to a mask optional model for all PK-12th grade students and staff. The Omicron and Delta variants have waned and access to vaccinations to children and adults aged five and up is more readily available than ever before. In addition, the guidance from local and national health officials such as the CDC and the St. Louis County Department of Public Health have been updated , moving away from universal masking as a recommendation. Our own COVID-19 numbers have been exceedingly low with only a few cases in the past month. In addition, in our community, there is a strong preference for masks going optional, with 57% opting for optional masks over universal requirements. These factors have all contributed to the decision to phase in mask optional guidelines. For more information about these updates, please see last week's message by clicking here . BHS STUDENTS CELEBRATE ENGINEERING DAY Last Friday, the BHS Math Department hosted a virtual field trip to Saint Louis University. The theme of the field trip was to introduce young women to experience STEM career fields, particularly engineering. The event featured hands-on activities that the students completed while virtually touring science labs and engineering spaces at SLU. Check out some of the great work our students completed in the pictures below! INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS Thank you to our entire community for your patience and cooperation during inclement weather earlier this month. Overall, we had a successful AMI experience across the board. Should there be future school closures due to weather, we will continue to share out our AMI expectations. If you had trouble receiving school closure notifications, please contact your school or check ParentSquare to be sure your information is up-to-date. To learn more about AMI and what it means for students and parents, please visit https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/programs/alternative-methods-of-instruction MCGRATH 5TH GRADE LEADERS COMPLETE WATER BOTTLE CHALLENGE McGrath 5th Grade Leaders learned about the impact of plastics on the environment during Writing class. They wanted to make an impact through a challenge they developed. They challenged students to bring their disposable water bottles for the month of February. Grade levels would get prizes for their success. But the real success was the behavior that they changed in the students at McGrath. Their Water Bottle Challenge made the following happen: Kindergarten through 2nd Graders kept 177 plastic bottles from entering our  environment and causing damage to plants and animals 3rd Graders through 5th Graders kept 168 plastic bottles from entering our  environment and causing damage to plants and animals. McGrath Elementary  kept 345 plastic bottles from entering the the environment in the month of February. This is proof that small actions can make big changes. Congratulations to our environmental leaders. And, congratulations to their parents and Mrs. Oesterle for bringing forth students who care.   FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones: Latest Updates Slab Poured Area C MEPFP Rough-Ins Masonry Block Areas A & C Steel Erection Exterior Wall Framing and Sheathing Areas A/B  Roof Truss Installation Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS How to Talk to Your Children About Conflict & War UNICER   When conflict or war makes the headlines, it can cause feelings such as fear, sadness, anger and anxiety wherever you live. Children always look to their parents or caregivers for a sense of safety and security, even more so in times of crisis. Here are some tips on how to approach the conversation with your child and to provide them with support and comfort. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH 4 Early Release Day (All Schools) Students Dismiss at 12:30 PM MARCH 11 End of 3rd Quarter

    Friday, Mar 04 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // February 17, 2022

    LATEST NEWS MASK PREFERENCES SURVEY If you have not yet had the opportunity to give your feedback regarding masks, please take our survey by the end of the week. As you know, we are continuing to carefully monitor the latest health and safety advice from the St. Louis County Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control. Last semester, we surveyed you to get your thoughts about certain COVID-19 precautions, such as masks. We again want to seek your input regarding our community’s comfort level regarding mask requirements for students and staff. As we’ve said all along, this is a continuously evolving situation and we will continue to make the best decisions possible to support our students, staff, and community. The following survey is only a few questions, but will help guide conversations about the precautions we have in place. Please know that no decisions have been made at this time, we are simply seeking further input from the community. We will continue to follow best practices and follow the guidance of health officials, look toward examples of neighboring districts, and consult our community when making decisions. Thank you in advance for your time and input. Please click here to take the survey.  CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Each year, Brentwood School District comes together in celebration of events and people in African American history. This year, the month of February will be dedicated to a variety of learning experiences in classrooms throughout the district to celebrate Black lives and excellence while providing a safe space for discussion on the past, present, and future Black experience.  We've collected samples of student and staff contributions to the study and celebration of Black History on our website. We will continue to post and update these stories, so check back often. Also be sure to keep following us on social media as we share opportunities to learn more about Black History Month. https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/community/culture-connections If you want to learn about other ways to stay involved, visit the St. Louis Public Library to see a series of events focused on Black Health & Wellness. https://www.slpl.org/black-history-month-2022/  INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS Thank you to our entire community for your patience and cooperation during inclement weather earlier this month. Overall, we had a successful AMI experience across the board. Should there be future school closures due to weather, we will continue to share out our AMI expectations. If you had trouble receiving school closure notifications, please contact your school or check ParentSquare to be sure your information is up-to-date. To learn more about AMI and what it means for students and parents, please visit https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/programs/alternative-methods-of-instruction FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones:  Latest Updates Slab Prep - Area C MEPFP Rough Ins Masonry Block Areas A & B Steel Framework Exterior Wall Framing - Areas A & B Roof Truss Installation - Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS Talking About Race: The Importance of Self-Care  National Museum of African American History & Culture.   We each bring our own beliefs, experiences, and feelings to our work against racism – a work that is difficult and demanding. Our ongoing commitment to actively think about and take action against racism, combined with a sense of urgency and deep caring, adds pressure and stress to our daily lives. The emotional impact of this work is real, therefore it is vital that we all practice “self-care” to benefit our overall health and quality of life. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY 18 Mental Health Day - District Closed FEBRUARY 21 Presidents' Day - No School MARCH 4 Early Release Day (All Schools) Students Dismiss at 12:30 PM MARCH 11 End of 3rd Quarter

    Thursday, Feb 17 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // February 11, 2022

    LATEST NEWS CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Each year, Brentwood School District comes together in celebration of events and people in African American history. This year, the month of February will be dedicated to a variety of learning experiences in classrooms throughout the district to celebrate Black lives and excellence while providing a safe space for discussion on the past, present, and future Black experience.  We've collected samples of student and staff contributions to the study and celebration of Black History on our website. We will continue to post and update these stories, so check back often. Also be sure to keep following us on social media as we share opportunities to learn more about Black History Month. https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/community/culture-connections If you want to learn about other ways to stay involved, visit the St. Louis Public Library to see a series of events focused on Black Health & Wellness. https://www.slpl.org/black-history-month-2022/  INCLEMENT WEATHER DAYS Thank you to our entire community for your patience and cooperation during inclement weather earlier this month. Overall, we had a successful AMI experience across the board. Should there be future school closures due to weather, we will continue to share out our AMI expectations. If you had trouble receiving school closure notifications, please contact your school or check ParentSquare to be sure your information is up-to-date. To learn more about AMI and what it means for students and parents, please visit https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/programs/alternative-methods-of-instruction FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones:  Latest Updates Slab Prep - Area C MEPFP Rough Ins Masonry Block Areas A & B Steel Framework Exterior Wall Framing - Areas A & B Roof Truss Installation - Area A Site Utilities Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS Celebrate Black History Month Through the Lens of Black Health & Wellness Kevin Young,  Director, National Museum of African American History & Culture.   Black History Month is a time to celebrate the fullness of African American history and culture, but that cannot be contained in one month alone. As the world's largest African American museum, we have a responsibility to humanize history and objects through the lives, tragedies, and triumphs of everyday people. This February, we celebrate the theme of Black health and wellness by creating a space that highlights Black pioneers' trailblazing contributions to Western medicine, addresses health disparities facing our communities, and encourages healing through education. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information MASK PREFERENCES SURVEY As you know, we are continuing to carefully monitor the latest health and safety advice from the St. Louis County Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control. Last semester, we surveyed you to get your thoughts about certain COVID-19 precautions, such as masks. We again want to seek your input regarding our community’s comfort level regarding mask requirements for students and staff. As we’ve said all along, this is a continuously evolving situation and we will continue to make the best decisions possible to support our students, staff, and community. The following survey is only a few questions, but will help guide conversations about the precautions we have in place. Please know that no decisions have been made at this time, we are simply seeking further input from the community. We will continue to follow best practices and follow the guidance of health officials, look toward examples of neighboring districts, and consult our community when making decisions. Thank you in advance for your time and input. Please click here to take the survey.  UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY 18 Mental Health Day - District Closed FEBRUARY 21 Presidents' Day - No School MARCH 4 Early Release Day (All Schools) Students Dismiss at 12:30 PM MARCH 11 End of 3rd Quarter

    Friday, Feb 11 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // January 28, 2022

    LATEST NEWS BHS STUDENT COUNCIL HOSTS SUCCESSFUL DRIVE Congratulations to BHS Student Council for hosting an incredibly successful diaper and feminine product drive! Even though it was their first time hosting the event, they received a tremendous amount of support from the community to collect much-needed products.  Thank you to everyone in the community who donated to help mothers in need! SCHOOL CLOSURES & AMI DAY EXPECTATIONS Based on feedback from the community, our first inclement weather day of the year will be a traditional snow day (no AMI). and will not need to be made up at the end of the school year. Depending on the circumstances, subsequent closures may result in an AMI Day (Alternative Methods of Instruction). To learn more about AMI and what it means for students and parents, please visit https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/programs/alternative-methods-of-instruction FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones:  Latest Updates Slab Pours at Areas A & B Plumbing and Electrical Wall Rough-ins Masonry Block Areas A & B Site Utility Work Continues Tilt Panel Construction & Pours Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS How to be Present in the Moment Tchiki Davis, Ph.D   Even though we may not realize it, using our attention on our technologies takes energy, and we can end up getting attention fatigue without really understanding why. A sort of chronic lethargy can emerge. We might not feel bad, exactly, but we sure don’t feel good. We need to take mindful breaks—which help us pay attention to the present moment—to overcome this attention fatigue. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY 18 Mental Health Day - District Closed FEBRUARY 21 Presidents' Day - No School MARCH 4 Early Release Day (All Schools) Students Dismiss at 12:30 PM MARCH 11 End of 3rd Quarter

    Friday, Jan 28 2022

  • BSD Bulletin // January 21, 2022

    LATEST NEWS CALENDAR SURVEY Each year, the Brentwood School District utilizes a calendar committee to help plan and prepare our academic calendar. The committee is composed of parent and staff representatives from each building in the District.   To help guide the committee and their work, please take a few moments to complete the following survey with considerations for the 2022-23 and 2023-24 school year calendars.   Please visit http://bit.ly/bsdcalendar to take the survey. The survey will be open until the end of day on January 26, 2022. This survey is anonymous and no email addresses will be collected. We appreciate your time in providing valuable input to the calendar committee. BHS DIAPER & FEMININE PRODUCT DRIVE BHS Student Council is starting a new drive this year to help our mothers in need! In honor of Martin Luther King Day, we are partnering with Clayton High School students to engage in a week of service. Our goal is to help mothers in our community get diapers for their babies, and feminine products for women and girls. Every positive action makes a difference in our community, and we encourage everyone to join us! The drive is from January 14th- January 21st. Donation drop of locations are at the High School and Middle School Main Entrance.  Requirements for Diapers:   Diapers can be any size or brand If a box of diapers has been opened but hasn't been used, it is still fine to donate Requirements for Feminine Products:  Any disposable feminine products, such as tampons, pads, and panty liners, are welcome  Feminine products can be any size or brand Feminine products must be unopened  Please contact the BHS Student Council at stuco@brentwoodmoschools.org if you have any further questions.   FACILITIES UPDATE A monthly dashboard on our website features updates about the progress at the McGrath/BECC campus. You can check it out anytime by visiting https://www.brentwoodmoschools.org/facilities . This month, the schedule continues to be on track with the following milestones:  Latest Updates Slab Pours at Areas A & B Plumbing and Electrical Wall Rough-ins Masonry Block Areas A & B Site Utility Work Continues Tilt Panel Construction & Pours Substantial Completion Estimate: Winter 2022 COMMUNITY WELLNESS Helping Children Cope with Grief Centers for Disease Control   Children may show grief pdf icon external icon differently than adults. Children may have a particularly hard time understanding and coping with the loss of a loved one. Sometimes children appear sad and talk about missing the person or act out. Other times, they play, interact with friends, and do their usual activities. As a result of measures taken to limit the spread of COVID-19, they may also grieve over loss of routines such as going to school and playing with friends. Parents and other caregivers play an important role in helping children process their grief. To support a child who may be experiencing grief: Ask questions to determine the child’s emotional state and better understand their perceptions of the event. Give children permission to grieve by allowing time for children to talk or to express thoughts or feelings in creative ways. Provide age and developmentally appropriate answers. Practice calming and coping strategies with your child. Take care of yourself and model coping strategies for your child. Maintain routines as much as possible. Spend time with your child, reading, coloring, or doing other activities they enjoy. Signs that children may need additional assistance include changes in their behavior (such as acting out, not interested in daily activities, changes in eating and sleeping habits, persistent anxiety, sadness, or depression). Speak to your child’s healthcare provider if troubling reactions seem to go on too long, interfere with school or relationships with friends or family, or if you are unsure of or concerned about how your child is doing. CONTINUE READING Crisis Resources If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call 911 immediately. If you are in crisis or are experiencing difficult or suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273 TALK (8255).  You can also text HOME to 741-741 to reach a free, trained crisis counselor on the Crisis Text Line. & D HEALTH & SAFETY Students and adults who are experiencing the following symptoms should not come to school: • A fever (100 degrees or higher) or a sense of having a fever Students and adults should be fever free without the aid of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin. Reducing the symptom of fever does not protect others from viruses such as COVID-19. • A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New shortness of breath that you cannot attribute to another health condition • The loss of any sense of smell or taste • A new sore throat that you cannot attribute to another health condition • New muscle aches or headaches that cannot attribute to another health condition, or that were caused by a specific activity such as physical exercise Facts About COVID-19 Vaccinations   COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. After you’ve been fully vaccinated, you can start to do some things that you had to stop doing because of the pandemic. Key Things to Know   Learn More About Vaccines and Where to Find Them What to Know When You've Been Fully Vaccinated To read more about COVID-19 vaccinations, visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html . The following facts about vaccinations are from the Centers for Disease Control. Click here to read more. The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is approved for children aged 5 and up. Protect yourselves and others by scheduling your vaccination: https://revivestl.com/ How do I know which sources of COVID-19 vaccine information are accurate?  It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about finding credible vaccine information UPCOMING EVENTS FEBRUARY 18 Mental Health Day - District Closed FEBRUARY 21 Presidents' Day - No School MARCH 4 Early Release Day (All Schools) Students Dismiss at 12:30 PM MARCH 11 End of 3rd Quarter

    Friday, Jan 21 2022