Bransford Blast
February 11, 2018
On Thursday evening, GCISD held a Personalized Program Expo to spotlight great things happening around the district. Pre-K was one of the programs on display. The GCISD Pre-K program is currently taking applications for next year. We have an incredible Pre-K class at Bransford. If you or anyone you know is looking for a great social, emotional, and academic environment for a four year old, see information in this Smore about Pre-K in GCISD.
This is an exciting week at Bransford with LOTS of wonderful activities to for all to engage in.
- Tuesday, February 13: Bransford Blood Drive. Sign up for a time to donate blood to show our Texans how important it is to give to others. Click the following link to sign up for a time to donate: https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/92443
- Tuesday, February 13: Volunteer Appreciation. We LOVE our volunteers! Stop by the workroom on Tuesday for a token of our appreciation.
- Tuesday, February 13: Chick-fil-A Spirit Night. Enjoy some chicken for dinner with some of your favorite Texans. A portion of the sales benefit BES.
- Wednesday, February 14: Class Valentine's Day Parties. All parties start at 2:00 p.m. If you are planning on joining us for parties, click here to have your visitor badge printed for you before you arrive.
- Thursday, February 15: GCISD Kindness Day. Wear your Rachel's Challenge shirt or a green shirt and celebrate kindness across the district. Mrs. King has kindness challenges ready for each of us.
Looking forward to a great week as we continue to build an excellent school together!
Best,
Jamie Halliburton
BES Principal
Pre-K Enrollment
In the 2018-2019 school year, GCISD will offer a tuition-based pre-k program at Bransford Elementary, Colleyville Elementary, O.C. Taylor Elementary, Grapevine Elementary, Heritage Elementary and Bear Creek Elementary. There will be limited availability at Timberline and Silver Lake Elementary for a blended program that includes English and Spanish (an option if you are considering Dual Language in Kindergarten). To learn more about GCISD's tuition-based pre-k program, click here.
Parent Communication
Math Telescoping Exams
Attention 5th Grade Parents!
Moving on to Middle School
Important Dates for 5th grade
It’s time to get ready for middle school. We want to make sure you have all the information you need. Please be sure to watch your calendar for these upcoming dates!
Personalized Programs Expo (STEM, ASPIRE Academy, Dual)
See demonstrations and ask questions about the GCISD Special Programs.
Thursday, February 8th 5:00 – 7:00pm @ CTMS (2301 Pool Rd.)
STEM Academy and Dual Language Dates
February 9th-March 9th
Online applications available for STEM and DUAL Language
Middle School Showcase
Learn about your middle school and see Fine Arts performances.
February 20th@6pm - All Middle Schools
6th Grade Course Selection Dates
Friday, February 23
CMS counselors visit Bransford
Course selection sheets go home with students.
Thursday, March 1
Mrs. King will be available during Open House to answer any middle school questions.
Tuesday, March 6
Course Selection sheets are due to Mrs. King
Friday, March 9
5th graders will enter their course selections in Skyward with Mrs. King at school.
AVID Dates
March 6th at 6:30pm
AVID parent informational meeting
Professional Development and Education Center
(5800 Colleyville Blvd.)
Here is the link if you would like to apply for AVID https://goo.gl/vYHmiU
Friday, March 23rd
AVID applications due
April 12th - 25th
Student interviews and student selection for AVID
If you have any questions please contact Abbey King, Bransford School Counselor, at abbey.king@gcisd.net or (817)305-4930. Middle School transition information can also be found on
Mrs. King’s webpage.
Take part in what parents are calling:
"Eye-opening event" Danielle D parent of sixth-grade student
"The evening was filled with actionable information for parents raising kids in a digital technology-driven era." Lisa D parent of ninth-grade student
Join us for our next FREE event February 20 at Bear Creek Elementary starting at 6 p.m.
Learn about the must know apps that parents need to be aware of on student phones and more! Learn best practices to balance usage at home as well as ways to help monitor usage. If you have ever wanted to know what that app is your child is using or If its safe to use a particular app, then this is the session for you.
Join the over 200 parents already pre-registered to attend by signing up now!
Session topics will be repeated later in the year so stay and be informed!
Volunteers Needed: Click the link below to learn more!
Special Programs in GCISD
817-251-5363
Please use this number to find out information about the lottery for tuition-based Pre-K, dual language, or STEM programs. The lottery application will open on Friday, February 9 and remain open until March 9. If a lottery is needed, it will occur Thursday, March 29.
There are also some websites that may be helpful as well:
Information about Personalized Programs
Information about the Expo (scheduled for February 8 from 5:00 - 7:00 @ CTMS)
Information about Tuition-Based Pre-K
Tickets on Sale
Join us for the BEST pARTy benefiting arts integration at Bransford Elementary! This new event features dinner, auction and entertainment all for our terrific Texan.
!!Now On Sale!! Click here to PURCHASE YOUR BEST Party Tickets!
Event Details
Date: April 6, 2018
Time: 6 p.m.
6:00 - 7:00 ~ Mix and Mingle
7:00 - 8:00 ~ Dinner and Live Auction
8:00 - 10:30 ~ Live Band "Intensity" - Check them out
Location: Colleyville Center
Sponsorship & Auction Opportunities
The BEST pARTy is right around the corner and we need your help! There is still time to be a sponsor, and are also looking for interesting and unique silent auction items and services. Donating a silent auction item is a great way to introduce your business to the community. Every donation makes a difference, regardless of size. Our sincere appreciation for your support will be shown by publicizing your generosity in our promotional materials and thanking you on our social media seen by 1000+ people!
The Bransford Elementary PTA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, your donations are tax deductible and a Charitable Acknowledgement receipt will be given for your generosity and tax purpose. Our deadline for printed sponsors is January 30th.
Please contact Jill Tate, VP of Fundraising for a list of sponsorship options or to donate an item or service.
Share the Love this Valentine's Day!
Looking for a way to contribute to our community and share the love, consider donating blood at the first BES Blood Drive on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. Time slots range from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. Click here to sign up to donate blood. Thank you!
Be sure to eat a good meal and bring your photo ID!
If you have any questions, contact Mike Sexton, Volunteer Drive Coordinator, mas61475@yahoo.com.
Watch D.O.G.S.
Technology Tidbit from Common Sense Media
Class Wish Lists
BEST Specials Wish List – from Ms. Chang Link: http://a.co/1WTzRuL
Pre K
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NZ20D33TR8W9?&sort=default
Kindergarten
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/13ZIMC2V7S4IR?&sort=default
1 st Grade
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2A01I6501J2JX?&sort=default
2 nd Grade
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VO8SWW62KG75?&sort=default
3 rd Grade
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WKWZ0H3G1YM7?&sort=default
4 th Grade
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1M413XK0V449K?&sort=default
5 th Grade
https://smile.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/9K8RMZTY3TU5?&sort=default
From Coach K
Performance Course Club will begin Tuesday, February 13th and will run until Thursday, March 8th from 7:00-7:30 AM. This is a great program that will improve coordination, confidence and athletic ability. I hope we can get a lot of Texans involved! The best place to register is here. The BEST part is a portion of the registration fee will go back to BEST PTA!
See the brochure below for additional information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BxIsgZy3KOmqWU05V0d0YjZIS3BzX3k4aTl0OUlTSDlWejNZ/view?usp=sharing
B.E.S.T. PTA
- Website: Check out Bransfordpta.com to keep you up to date on all the fun things happening at our school.
- If you would like to join B.E.S.T. PTA, visit www.joinpta.org.
Amazon Smile
BES Spirit Fundraisers
- Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night *** DATE CHANGE *** February 13th 5-7:00 pm Hwy. 26 & Precinct
Yearbook Information
Dates to Know
Click HERE for the 2017-2018 GCISD student calendar.
February 13: BES Blood Drive; Chick-fil-A spirit night
February 14: Valentine's Day Class Parties 2:00 p.m.
February 15: GCISD Kindness Day
February 19: Student holiday/staff professional development day
February 20: Spring picture day
February 23: Talent Show
Bransford Elementary
Email: jamie.halliburton@gcisd.net
Website: http://www.gcisd-k12.org/Domain/1354
Location: 601 Glade Road, Colleyville, TX, United States
Phone: 8173054920
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bransford-Elementary-School-353295401423635/
Twitter: @BESTexans