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Brentwood families,

How can it BEE seven weeks already? Friday, September 29th marks the seventh Friday of this '23-'24 school year, so let's show some love and appreciation to our wonderful Brentwood teachers and staff!

We are organizing some fun Friday treats, using the staff theme for this year (BEE You!) as inspiration.

Please use this sign-up link to let us know if you would like to contribute treats or drinks (drop off at 6317 Wild by Thursday). Or you can Venmo @erin-zehr to help buy treats or other bee-themed items. 

School events and important dates:

Subscribe to our new Brentwood Elementary Google Calendar to stay up-to-date on upcoming school events, holidays, and PTA activities: http://bit.ly/Bulldog-calendar.

Save the Date for a student holiday as well as parent-teacher conferences on Monday, September 25th!

Math Pentathlon (After-School Club)

Calling all problem-solvers! Math Pentathlon is back for 2nd-5th graders, and we hope you'll join.  

Math Pentathlon is an engaging and fun after-school club that meets for one hour every other week. This national program includes interactive problem-solving games and activities, incorporating math principles into challenging and age-appropriate board games designed to enhance problem solving, computational, geometric/spatial, and logical reasoning skills. Math Pentathlon also gives students the opportunity to practice teamwork, being a good sport, sharing ideas, and their communication skills. https://www.mathpentath.org/what-is-mp/ 

Calling All Creators! PTA Reflections Contest

Brentwood PTA is participating in Reflections, a National PTA arts program and the theme this year is “I am hopeful because...”  We would love to know what makes our students hopeful! This year we will accept entries in 4 categories: photography, visual arts, literature, and film production.

Students can pick up an entry form from the community room or their art teachers, or download the entry form here. Click here for the rules and guidelines from the Texas PTA website. A PTA membership is required for participation.

Program timeline includes:

  • October 28th: initial entries due to Brentwood PTA – WITH A COMPLETED ENTRY FORM, and student’s name on the art – 1 of 3 ways:
    1. Drop off in the Reflections box in the community room
    2. Turn in to art teachers
    3. Submit via email to hello@brentwoodpta.com, subject line “Reflections entry” 
  • November 13-17:  volunteer judges grade final entries using rubric provided by national PTA
  • November 29: winners per category are announced.
  • November 30th:  top Brentwood entries per category advance to the Austin Council of PTAs, then to Texas PTA in January

Questions? Contact Meredith Boam - meredithboam@gmail.com or Kelli Knight - khk02b@gmail.com

The arts – and the National PTA Reflections program – support student success and serve as a valuable tool for building strong partnerships in our school community. Reflections is designed to help students personally connect to artistic expression, with support and mentorship from the community. Judging follows a formula from National PTA, with emphasis on expression and articulation of the theme – I am hopeful because – over skill with a medium.

Call for Volunteers:

If you are interested in being a volunteer, please submit a volunteer interest survey and tell us about your talents and interests! All volunteers will need to register with Austin Partners In Education to undergo a background check.

Are you a musician who would like to play for our bulldogs during Music in the Mornings the first two weeks of October, or do you know of a musician who would like to play? Sign up to volunteer here: https://signup.com/go/WxJFNMV

Donated to the Bulldog Fund Yet?

Brentwood PTA runs an annual, one-time per year, no-hassle fundraiser we call The Bulldog Fund. The funds collected from The Bulldog Fund are used for important programming like literacy and math software, library books, music, art and more! Donate HERE.

Brentwood Special Areas Teachers & Staff Wishlists

Our amazing special areas teachers and staff could use your help collecting supplies for their classrooms and activities. Most of you have received information about your homeroom teacher’s needs during Back-to-School night or Meet the Teacher. The PTA is hosting wishlists on our website for teachers who support students in special education, music, art, PE, school administration, and more.

Community Events

Girl Scout Troop 42625 is collecting donations for Austin Pets Alive! Please consider donating the following supplies at the drop-off location in the Community Room on campus: Towels, blankets, flat sheets, washable pet beds (no holes/tears), crates and carriers of all sizes, pet or human medications (in the original packaging), 5-ft or 6-ft flat leashes, Martingale collars, any unopened dog or cat food (dry kibble or canned, prescription food included), opened bags of food and treats (as long as in original packaging), computers that can run Windows 10 and have at least 6 GB RAM, pet clothes (coats, costumes, or bandanas).

After-care Programs & Groups:

Sharing quick links for after-school programs for the coming school year.

  • Extend-a-Care by YMCA - (5 day per week, on campus after care) learn more and register: https://www.austinymca.org/locations/extend-a-care/
  • Mindfulness Club with Coach Hollander - (5 day per week, on campus after care) learn more and register: https://form.jotform.com/91297860521158
  • Wonder Years Preschool - aftercare pick-up at Brentwood - learn more at http://wonderyearsprek.com
  • ATX Ballers - (Tuesdays 3:15-4:15 p.m.) register at https://www.atxballers.com/register
  • ATX Kids Club - School Holiday Adventures for ages 4-12 to explore the Central Texas Region. Hours are 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (9/25: Warren Wildlife, 10/9: Crowes Nest, 11/13: Camp Mabry, 11/20-22: Thanksgiving Break camp, 12/18-22 & 27-29: Winter Break camp) Learn more and register at atxkidsclub.org
  • Chess Wizards - (Mondays 3:15-4:15 p.m.) learn more and register: www.chesswizards.com!
  • Coding with Kids - (Starting September 20 - Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 p.m. for K-2nd; and starting September 21 - Thursdays 3:15-4:15 p.m. for 3rd-5th)
  • Cooking & Baking Classes - (Fridays 3:15-4:15 p.m.; 1st-5th grade, two month-long sessions) learn more and register: https://cooklearngrow.com/austin-classes/
  • Discover Conscious Kids Camp - now offering single camp days on AISD School Closure Days for children in grades K-5. Dates: September 25, October 9, November 20 & 21, and December 21. Options for half-day or full-day sessions. Located at Whole Life Learning Center, 10801 Old San Antonio Rd, Austin, TX 78748. Register at http://www.consciouskidscamps.com/ or contact us directly at hello@consciouskidscamps.com.
  • Film Kids - (Thursdays 3:00 to 4:45 p.m.; 4th and 5th grade only) September 7th through December 14th. Call 512-567-0778 or e-mail Brian Cox at filmkids@filmkids.org with questions. Go to www.filmkids.org to register and see us in action!
  • Ninja Nation: Ninja drop-off after school program (M-F 3:30-5:30 p.m.) https://www.austin.ninjanation.com/afterschool
  • iPiano - 60-minute program where students can learn to play the piano. Wednesdays starting September 27. To learn more visit https://ipianolab.com
  • Young Rembrandts: Drawing Classes for Kids - 1st - 5th grades (Wednesdays, Sept. 20 - Nov. 15, 3:20 - 4:20 p.m.) Register here.
  • Austin Youth Fitness is excited to continue running club and introduce a biking club at Brentwood! AYF has been making “fitness fun” for Austin kids and their families since 2009. Their play-based running, biking, and yoga programs help kids develop strong bodies, minds, and spirits. Teachers get a 50% discount! 
  • Austin Kenpo Karate - Address: 5501 N Lamar Blvd A225, Austin, TX 78751. Email: sifuschroder@gmail.com. Phone: 512-459-1806
  • Faith Lutheran - Address: 6600 Woodrow Avenue, Austin, Texas 78757. Phone: 512-451-1116
  • Stepping Stone - Address: 1710 Richcreek, Austin, TX 78757. Phone: 512-459-0247
  • Spilled Milk Social Club - Address: 3310 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78705. Email: info@spilledmilksocialclub.com. Phone: 512-317-6408
  • Wonder Years Preschool - Address: 4804 Grover Ave, Austin, TX  78756. Email: info@wonderyearsprek.com
  • Camp Vamonos

Call for Entries

Have a program, event, or volunteer need that you want published in the Bulldog Bark, PTA website or social channels? Email communications@brentwoodpta.com!