The Bobcat Times

With only 14 days left in the 2024-2025 school year the teachers and staff are busy with a host of planned activities, field trips, promotional ceremonies and special events to end out the year. I would like to recognize the 3rd -5th grade students and teachers for their amazing job with the ELA portion of the Florida FAST assessment this past week. This week our 5th grade students will be administered the Science FAST and our VPK will have the STAR Reading assessment.

Recently the school has seen a dramatic increase in the number of student early releases in the afternoon that's occurring after 2:15 PM. These early pickups have increased disruptions in the classroom learning environment, the afternoon flow of the day and classroom activities. I would like to ask parents to please refrain from picking up your child early during these last 14 days of school to allow teachers the opportunity to get through all planned instruction.

Finally, I would like to wish all of the amazing Brooker Creek mothers a Happy Mother's Day! . I hope that each of you have time this weekend to be celebrated for all the things that you do.

Assessments Are Under Way!
Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students completed the ELA assessment this week, and the scores are looking promising. Thank you for the thoughtful preparation and hard work you’ve put in with your students—your efforts are making a clear impact!

Bobcat Bash Donations Needed
We’re still in need of items for the upcoming Bobcat Bash. Your donations mean so much to our students, and your partnership is essential to the success of this event.

We're also looking for a DJ for the celebration! If you have any contacts or suggestions, please reach out.

Happy Mother’s Day!
Wishing all of our amazing Bobcat moms a joyful and relaxing Mother’s Day. Your love, support, and dedication make a world of difference in our school community. We appreciate you today and every day!

Thank you for your continued support!

GO BOBCATS!!!

Mrs. Gerber

Monday May 12, 2025

• 9:00 Character Kid Ceremony - Cafe
• VPK Assessment

Tuesday May 13, 2025

• 5th Grade Science Assessment
• VPK Assessment
• 3:00 pm PSA Sports - Basketball
• 5:00 pm NEHS Induction Ceremony

Wednesday May 14, 2025

• 5th Grade Science Assessment
• VPK Assessment

• 3:00 pm PSA Sports - Soccer

Thursday May 15, 2025

• VPK Assessment

Friday May 16, 2025

• VPK Assessment
• 9:00 2nd Grade Market Day

Saturday May 17, 2025

• PTA Night at the Ballgame

Thank you to everyone who has already donated items for the Bobcat Bash.
All donations should be dropped off by Friday May 16th.

Please note, this is not an open event for parents. Only those who signed up to volunteer will be allowed access.

If you have any questions please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Mrs. Rachel Kloepfer at 727-943-4600 or at kloepferr@pcsb.org.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48A4A729A6FAC34-56326430-brooker

Here are the slots that we still need filled for the Bobcat Bash:

Music DJ (3 Hours from 11-2:30 pm)

Juice Boxes (50 Count)- 9 Slots

Individual Bags of Chips (50 Count)- 8 Slots

Individual Package of Cookies (50 pack)- 7 Slots

Individual Rice Krispie Treats (50 count)- 4 Slots

Pizza (5 Cheese)- 14 Slots

Freeze Pops (100 Count)- 5 Slots

Walmart Gift Card- 5 Slots

Publix Gift Card- 4 Slots

Target Gift Card- 4 Slots

Please review our school's assessment calendar below and ensure that your student gets a good night's rest and has a healthy breakfast on their assessment day.

If your student was absent and did not take the PM3 ELA Assessment, they will have the opportunity to take the assessment on Wednesday, May 14th. I will make specific arrangements for the 5th grade students that missed the assessment with their classroom teacher. They will not be taking the ELA and Science assessment on the same day.

Should you have any questions, please reach out.

Thanks,

Mrs. Gerber

Brooker Creek has 9 available seats for in 1st grade and 2 available in our PreK 3classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year. If you know of any parents who are looking for a great school or may be interested in registering their children at Brooker Creek Elementary for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year or if you have any questions, please contact our school's Data Management Technician, Mrs. Mervat Khalil at 727-943-4600.

Thank you.

Hello Bobcat Families!

WOW! It is hard to believe we are closing in on another school year! I want to thank everyone who came and participated in the General PTA meeting and voted in the elections. More importantly, I want to thank you all for your support in our first ever Bobcat Fun Run! I think fun was had by all!!! Everyone looked great out there running to support our run club and raising a few extra dollars for student achievement activities around school before the year is over.

Upcoming Event

5/17: Night at the Ballpark with the Clearwater Threshers—Join us at the game at 6:30pm. $20/ticket gets you into the game, all you can eat food and drink (Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Peanuts, Popcorn, Chips, Ice Cream Sandwiches, Soft Drinks & Bottled Water), and firework show after the game. Last day to order tickets is Monday, May 12th! Get your tickets here:

https://brookercreekelementary.givebacks.com/store/items/1172262

Over the last few weeks, I have talked to a few of you interested in working with the PTA, thank you! I promise, even if you can’t make it into school all the time, I have activities you can do from home to help us! I hope next year you consider joining our PTA team and making a difference in our school! You can reach out to me any time if you have questions about the PTA at presidentbcepta@gmail.com

Until August, Happy Summer Bobcat Families! Be safe, relax, wear sunscreen, and the PTA is looking forward to seeing you all next school year!

Thank you,

Jen Reyes

Congratulations to Allyson Tarver who has been selected as the final Rotary Club Student of the Month for fifth grade. Mrs. Hickman shared that Allyson has been a ray of sunshine each and every day for both her peers as well as the teachers at Brooker Creek. Ally possesses such a sweet spirit of kindness. She gently encourages others in her own quiet way, smiles constantly with her eyes letting you know, “I understand the concepts,” or “I know what you are saying, and I’ll help get us there.” Ally is always respectful, responsible and determined. This year she was a member of the Battle of the Books Club and enjoys her service in the National Elementary Honor Society. Outside of school Ally plays on an East Lake Soccer team and loves to spend time riding horses. She is loved by all who get the pleasure of working with her daily and is quite deserving of this award. Congratulations!

Congratulations to the following students listed below who were chosen by their classroom teacher(s) as the Character Kids of the Year. The students were selected based on consistently demonstrating our PCS Commitment to Character traits, BCE’s Schoolwide Behavior Guidelines for Success (R.O.A.R.S.) throughout school (classroom, specials, café, recess, etc.), following the PCS code of conduct & attendance policies as well as being a responsible citizen who may be involved in community and/or school extra-curricular activities. Congratulations to these Bobcats and their families!

PreK 3 and VPK Students

Mrs. Keiderling, Mrs. Ibrahim, and Mrs. Henin - Lucas Walker

Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Farah - Emersyn Skwarek

Mrs. St.Onge and Mrs. Vargas - Louise Turbant

Kindergarten Students

Mrs. Crim - Audrey Anderson

Mrs. Newsome - Ellie Spence

Mrs. Mangano - Caylor Williams

Mrs. Bailey - Macie Mainor

1st Grade Students

Mrs. Mieras - Aily Tran

Mrs. Schwabe - Emma Svrdlin

Mrs. Smekal - Logan Berrios

Mrs. TenBieg - Brian Cushnie

2nd Grade Students

Mrs. McSunas - Elizabeth Conway

Mrs. Price - Jeremiah Barnes

Mrs. Read - Kleita Berisha

Mrs. Skryd - Mara Hull

3rd Grade Students

Mrs. Katsourinis - Alex Reilly

Mrs. Fox - Marianna Dhima

Ms. McMullen - Hannah Bailey

Mrs. Vinyard - Heather Simon

4th Grade Students

Mrs. Browne - Oaklyn Kruse

Mrs. Ficca - Isabel Guarnizo

Mrs. Hite - Emmalyn Bork

Mrs. Schuler - Tessa Brown

Mark your calendar for the following upcoming events at BCE

• May 23rd
• VPK Move Up Celebration
• Kindergarten Water Day
• Bobcat Bash
• May 27th 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony
• May 29th Last Day of School (Full Day)

District Vision: 100% Student Success

District Mission: Educate and prepare each student for college, career and life

Brooker Creek's Mission Statement: Brooker Creek Elementary, a community that encourages growth by valuing each other's differences, respecting everyone and creating life-long learners.

Brooker Creek Elementary

3130 Forelock Rd.,

Tarpon Springs, FL 34688-7286

Phone: 727-943-4600

Principal - Dr. Seymour Brown

Assistant Principal- Mrs. Kristie Gerber