Cub Connection Newsletter
Brenham ISD Newsletter and Tip Sheet
September 2019
BISD has a new podcast, the Cub Nation Station!
Brenham ISD superintendent selected as state finalist for Superintendent of the Year
Brenham ISD is proud to announce that Dr. Walter Jackson has been selected as one of five state finalists for the annual Superintendent of the Year (SOTY) award sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB). The SOTY program has recognized exemplary superintendents for excellence and achievement in educational leadership since 1984.
The SOTY committee cited Jackson’s visibility as a leader and as a champion for public education. The committee also noted his efforts to herald public education as the equalizer for all students—providing a path out of poverty through learning and academic achievement—and the foundation for the nation’s future.
“The board of trustees is absolutely thrilled for Dr. Jackson to receive this much deserved recognition,” said Brenham ISD Board of Trustees President Natalie Lange. “He has been and continues to be a visionary leader who inspires greatness in everyone around him. His unfailing energy and commitment to our students, our schools and our community have made him Superintendent of the Year in our book for the past four years.”
The 2019 Superintendent of the Year will be announced on September 21 at the TASA/TASB Convention in Dallas.
Brenham ISD is proud to offer Peachjar, an innovative flyer management system that sends school-approved digital flyers directly to parents' inboxes!
Brenham ISD is proud to offer Peachjar, an innovative flyer management system that sends school-approved digital flyers directly to parents' inboxes! This “green” initiative saves paper and reduces copy costs for schools and community organizations. Parents can easily find, view flyers, and take action immediately to sign up for activities and events. These e-flyers are also posted on each school’s website for at least one month. Look for the Peachjar icon on your school’s website!
If you provided an email address upon registering your child in Brenham ISD, a Peachjar account has been established for you. You will receive an email from Peachjar with your login information so you can manage your account and flyer delivery preferences. You do not need to log in to receive or view e-flyers. If you did not provide your email address and would like to receive Peachjar e-flyers, let your school office know to add your email address to our student database. Please know that Peachjar is used exclusively for distribution of district- and school-approved flyers. Peachjar does not share or use your email address for any other purpose.
If you as a parent are not receiving emails from Peachjar, there are a few possible reasons for this:
- Your email address is not on file with your school or it is incorrect. Let your school office know to add or edit your email address in the student information system.
- The Peachjar emails are going into your spam folder or you can't see the images in the email. To prevent the e-flyers from going into your spam folder, add “school@peachjar.com” to your email contacts. When you receive your first e-flyer, be sure to click “always display images.” If you prefer text emails, you can indicate that in your Peachjar account. Text emails are also best for accessibility.
- You unsubscribed from Peachjar emails. To resubscribe, visit www.peachjar.com.
Can't access your Peachjar account? See these FAQs for resetting your password and troubleshooting other issues.
Brenham ISD offers Parent University
Brenham ISD F.A.M.E. parent liaison Karem Chandler held the first BISD Parent University session on Thursday, August 29 at the Brenham Community Education building. The goal of Parent University is to increase meaningful parental involvement in our public schools and empower parents to raise children who are successful in school, and in life. Parent University aims to provide knowledge and strategies that parents can use to enhance their role as a student advocate and provide emotional support throughout their child’s educational years.
Parents who attended Parent University learned about the best routines to start off the school year, get tips and advice from our two district social emotional coordinators, and understand academic websites like Parent Portal, Remind, and BARK. For more information about upcoming Parent University sessions, contact Karem Chandler at (979) 277-3895 ext.2175 or kchandler@brenhamk-12.net.
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Get involved in Homecoming 2019!
This year's homecoming theme is Oh the Places Cubs Will Go! Click here to enter a float in the 2019 Brenham High School homecoming parade. The parade will be held Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. and line up will begin at 5:00 p.m. in Downtown Brenham. This year's homecoming game will be at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27 at Cub Stadium. Tickets can be purchased at any Brenham ISD campus or the BISD central office. Join in the fun during homecoming week with district-wide dress-up days!
- Monday, September 23 - Mardi Gras Monday
- Tuesday, September 24 - Tourist Tuesday
- Wednesday, September 25 - Worldwide Wednesday
- Thursday, September 26 - Texan Thursday
- Friday, September 27 - Cubs on the Go
Brenham Independent School District
Email: jjohnston@brenhamk-12.net
Website: brenhamisd.net
Location: 711 East Mansfield Street, Brenham, TX, USA
Phone: 979-277-3700
Facebook: facebook.com/brenhamisd
Twitter: @BrenhamISD