Banning Lewis Academy Newsletter
Information for Kindergarten-12th Grade (May 20, 2022)
What's Happening at BLA!
Elementary School:
We have just completed our last full week of school at the Ranch! We had science projects, the book fair, and assembly with Magic Dave! Thank you to everyone who volunteered at the book fair and supported with all our events.
**Please come check the lost and found before we take the remaining items to donation.
Upcoming Events – We hope to see you soon!
May 24th Field Day (see elementary newsletter for more information)
May 25th 5th Grade Promotion
May 26th Kinder Graduation
May 26th Last Day of School – 1pm Dismissal
Prep-MS/ HS:
- What we have been up to …
Things are winding down at the Prep, but that doesn’t mean we aren’t busy!
We had Senior Breakfast Wednesday morning and our Senior Walk Friday morning! Our Seniors’ last day is today, Friday May 20th and we sure will miss them around here!
The middle school staff weren’t spared from the “Pie in the Face” challenge from yearbook and participated in that Wednesday during lunch.
- Reminders …..
Don’t forget…FINALS are next week! Students may FREE DRESS(school appropriate) ALL WEEK. Study hard and finish strong.
Finals Schedule:
Monday, May 23rd
1st Block Finals 7:45 am – 9:50 am
2nd Block Finals 9:55 am – 11:45 am
Grab -N-Go Lunch served at 11:45 am
Tuesday, May 24th
3rd Block Finals 7:45 am – 9:50 am
4th Block Finals 9:55 am – 11:45 am
Grab -N-Go Lunch served at 11:45 am
Wednesday, May 25th
5th Block Finals 7:45 am – 9:50 am
6th Block Finals 9:55 am – 11:45 am
Grab -N-Go Lunch served at 11:45 am
Thursday, May 26th
7th Block Finals 7:45 am – 9:50 am
8th Block Finals 9:55 am – 11:45 am
Grab -N-Go Lunch served at 11:45 am
Chromebooks and chargers will be collected after 8th Block Finals on Thursday May 26th in their 8th Block classroom.
Please note:
- 8th graders will be turning their equipment in on Monday, May 23rd during 2nd Block
- If your student does not have an 8th Block (high school) please turn your devices into the front desk.
- Per the tech agreement signed at the beginning of the school year your student is responsible for returning the device and charger in working condition or they may be charged for damages or missing items.
- Thank you…..
A big shout out to our staff and students for an amazing school year! Let’s finish strong next week during finals.
BLA Board Candidacy Appointment Announcement!
Dear BLA Community,
The following is the information for appointed vacancies for the BLA Board of Directors:
- There are two Board vacancies that will be appointed
- The vacancies are for Seat F (vacant July 1, 2022, and expires on June 30, 2025), and Seat G (currently vacant and expiring on June 30, 2023).
- The appointment application dates are Friday, May 20th-Wednesday, May 25th between 7:30 and 3:30 p.m.
- The date of the final determination will be no later than June 10th, 2022
- The Board of Directors’ email address is: Boardblra@blracademy.org
- Application instructions are as follows: Please note the Application Policy is currently under review/revision, and the instructions for the application process in this announcement are binding.
- Applications submitted for prior election or appointment cycles are not considered valid and the candidate will not be considered for appointment. Therefore, prior candidates must re-submit an application (may use prior application).
- Early or late applications will not be accepted or considered under any circumstances.
- Prior to submitting the application, all applicants shall have read the Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Bylaws, the Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Charter School Contract, the Appointed and Elected Eligibility Policy, and the Code of Conduct. All applicants must be prepared to sign the Banning Lewis Ranch Academy Board Member Code of Conduct agreement if they are appointed, as well as abide by all bylaws and policies.
- Candidates shall submit their signed application to the Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy no later than Wednesday, May 25th at 3:30 p.m., as well as a soft copy: A soft copy of the application must also be emailed to the Board of Directors' email address Boardblra@blracademy.org Subject line must include candidates first and last name along with the statement “Attn: Board of Directors, Board Candidacy Application”
- Applications are not considered properly completed or received until both the signed hardcopy and softcopy of the application have been received.
- Please be sure to review the Appointment Policy for additional provisions surrounding the expectations/requirements around the appointment. *All foreseen revisions to the Appointment Policy have been integrated with the foregoing announcement.
Thank you,
BLA Board of Directors Appointment Committee
D49 Nutrition Services Update
Next School Year Lunch Fees Will Return
More information is provided here, a video portion of the board of education meeting from Wednesday.
https://youtu.be/ASTVMx9S47Q?t=4135
Low-income children are eligible to receive reduced-price or free meals at school.
BLA Staff Spotlight: Mr. Kendric Warren, BLPA P.E. Teacher and Girl's Basketball Coach
I love working at BLA because every school I'm at presents a very different dynamic of children. BLA is no different, and anything new/different is an opportunity to learn more about myself and others. I've worked at two other schools in my past and I've worked at several daycares earlier in my career. I enjoy almost anything that has to do with creation. I love playing piano, I love making my own music, I love creating meaningful clothing designs, I love creating short, comedic video productions; the list goes on. Self-expression is a beautiful way to share with others and to influence individuals who may need redirection or a fresh perspective.
BLA Strategic Plan
The Strategic Blueprint are the guardrails being used by the BLA Board of Directors and the BLA school leaders to align leadership and improvement efforts. The BLA board is focused on effective governance and the school leaders are focused on operational leadership. Please review the high-level overview. The status of each objective will be reported on during board sessions in the near future.
Join us in building our organization's future!
Banning Lewis Academy
Email: info@blracademy.org
Website: https://blracademy.org
Location: Banning Lewis Ranch
Phone: 719-638-3040
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLRAcademy