Mrs. Hunter-Blake's News and Notes
Volume 1, Issue 23
February 8, 2021
Vision: At Brandywine Elementary, we encompass a commitment to excellence in order to ensure that scholars become lifelong learner by creating an inclusive and unified environment for educational creativity, growth and innovation.
Academic Excellence and Achievement Every Scholar, Every Class, Every Day!
Mighty Bulldogs Spirit Wear Online Campaign: Ends Feb.19th
Don't miss out on your opportunity to get your Mighty Bulldog gear to sport on our school spirit days and in the community. We want everyone, including our parents and future scholars, to represent out Might Bulldogs Nation!
Product and Ordering Information (CLICK HERE)
100th Day of School Celebration
Thank you Mighty Bulldogs...
for participating in...
National Wear Red Day!
Procedures for Grade Appeal
Within five (5) days upon receipt of a report card by the parent/guardian, report card grades may be appealed in writing. The steps of the appeal process is as follows:
1) The parent/guardian will confer with the teacher and provide the reason(s) for appealing the grade. If the parent/guardian is dissatisfied with the resolution they may appeal the teacher’s decision to the principal or designee.
2) The principal or designed will confer with the parent/guardian and teacher, make decision and provide a written response. This decision will be included in the cumulative folder.
3) If the principal deems that a quarter grade submitted for a student should be different than what is reflected on the report card, the principal is required to submit a Grade Change Authorization Form (Form PS-140) to the School Instructional Team (SIT) with evidence and rationale for changing the grade. The decision of the SIT must be conveyed to the teacher that submitted the grade within 48 hours.
4) If the parent/guardian wishes to appeal the principal’s decision, he/she will request a conference with the Area Associate Superintendent. A further appeal may be made to the Office of Appeals.
5) Appeals of grades will be considered if they are based on one or more of the following reasons:
a. There is an allegation of an error in averaging or in data entry.
b. There is an allegation that factors other than those established at the beginning of the school year were used to determine the grade.
c. There is an allegation of personal teacher bias.
6) At each level of appeal, the written decision must be provided to the parent, student and teacher. The request and written decision also must be included in the cumulative folder.
7) At any level of the appeal, if a grade change is authorized, a Grade Change Authorization Form (Form PS-140) must be completed.
Social Emotional Learning Strategies
Partnering with Our Parents: Workshop Opportunities
WE NEED AT LEAST 10 MORE PARENTS TO SIGN UP IN ORDER TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN!
- Self-Awareness
- Self-care
- Communication
- Understanding Their Needs
- Power of Parenting
- Behavior Management
- Discipline (Parts 1&2)
- Meeting Challenges
- Bringing It All Together
We are working to determine the interest level and what day/time works best for our parents. Please take a moment to fill out the interest survey below.
- February 10: 100th Day of School
- February 11: PTA Sponsored Virtual Event (information forthcoming)
- February 15: Presidents Day-NO SCHOOL (Schools & Offices Closed)
- February 16: Parent-Teacher Conferences – 2-Hr. Delayed Opening for Students
- February 16: PTA Meeting at 6:30pm (log-in information forthcoming)
- 2nd Quarter Honor Awards Assembly--more information forthcoming
Previous Newsletters SY21
- Volume 1 Issue 21: https://www.smore.com/2k5fq-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 20: https://www.smore.com/zv9yb-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 19: https://www.smore.com/t7ye5-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 18: https://www.smore.com/udp6k-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 17: https://www.smore.com/cmse4-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 16: https://www.smore.com/vdpw5-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 15: https://www.smore.com/u67zac
- Volume 1 Issue 14: https://www.smore.com/ty7c6-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 13: https://www.smore.com/eq6ag-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 12: https://www.smore.com/1dpvz9-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 11: https://www.smore.com/cqu9v
- Volume 1 Issue 10: https://www.smore.com/u901p-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 9: https://www.smore.com/9cnz7-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 8: https://www.smore.com/92rks-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 7: https://www.smore.com/1g9w2-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 6: https://www.smore.com/ut61h-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 5: https://www.smore.com/4mvw7-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Volume 1 Issue 4: https://www.smore.com/tjpcw-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
- Volume 1 Issue 3: https://www.smore.com/59ahm-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email-content#w-1107450371
- Breaking News: https://www.smore.com/meugk-breaking-news?ref=email-content#w-9964435774
- Volume 1 Issue 2: https://www.smore.com/e4r1y
- Volume 1 Issue 1: https://www.smore.com/gfctj-mrs-hunter-blake-s-news-and-notes?ref=email
About Us
Email: brandy@pgcps.org
Website: https://www1.pgcps.org/brandywine/
Location: 14101 Brandywine Road Brandywine, MD 20613
Phone: (301) 372-0100
Twitter: @BrandywineElem