This week Brooker Creek is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week, an opportunity to let our teachers know how much they are appreciated and valued. I am hoping that you will join me in celebrating the truly outstanding teachers and staff that we have at Brooker Creek. The dedication and commitment that they show each, and every day is truly inspiring. If nothing more than an email, I hope that each family can take a moment this week to say, "Thank You" or "Great Job" to a teacher or staff member for the outstanding job that they perform each and every day for the students of Brooker Creek. Thank you.

We're in the home stretch! Only 23 days of school left! That's right, the finish line is in sight. Dr Brown and I have challenged all students to sprint, not coast; to the finish line. Please help us in reminding your scholars that attitude is everything. This is the time to double down on your effort. Try Your Best, to Do Your Best, and we will finish this year strong, on top, and with pride in what we've accomplished.

We've got some exciting celebrations coming up, and we're really looking forward to seeing you all there! Keep an eye out for the announcements and join us in making these last few weeks memorable.

Now, for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, we have some important testing just around the corner. We're confident that our scholars are well-prepared. Please help us by making sure your student get a good night's sleep the night before and fuel up with a healthy breakfast on testing days. Together we can make sure our students are up for the challenge.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you for your continued support and partnership. We truly value your collaboration in making this school year a success. Let's make these last 23 days the best ones yet!

GO BOBCATS!!!

Mrs. Gerber

Dr. Brown and I have developed an end of the year challenge for our students targeting their academic commitment and perseverance over the next 23 days. We visited intermediate classrooms on Friday and we will visit the primary classrooms on Monday to talk about the three components of the challenge: Try Your Best, Attitude is Everything and Do your Best. All students that display these three indicators will be invited to the BOBCAT BASH!

In order for the BASH to be successful, we need your generosity and support! We need donations and volunteers to make this BAST the best event of the year.

Below you will find two links. One will take you to the donations form where you can sign up to bring in supplies for the event. The second link will allow you to sign up to volunteer on Friday, May 23rd.

Additionally, we are looking for a DJ, Inflatables and large-scale Party Games. If you have or can assist us in this area, please reach out to our Family & Community Liaison, Mrs. Kloepfer.

Monday April 28, 2025

• VPK 4, 3rd Grade & 1st Grade Parent Lunch
• 4th Grade Field Trip
• 3:00 pm PSA Sports - Flag Football

Tuesday April 29, 2025

• Pre-K 3, Kindergarten & 2nd Grade Parent Lunch
• Gifted Field Trip (Grades 3-5)
• 7:30am 3rd-5th Run Club
• 3:00 pm PSA Sports - Basketball

Wednesday April 30, 2025

• 4th & 5th Grade Parent Lunch

• 3:00 pm PSA Sports - Soccer

Thursday May 1, 2025

• BOBCAT ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT (See below for more details)

Friday May 2, 2025

Saturday, May 3, 2025

• Bobcat Prowl 5K (8:30am) and 1-mile (8:45am) Fun Run

Brooker Creek is looking to add a 2nd 3-year-old PreK classroom for the 2025-2026 school year. We are currently looking for children who will be three years old by August 1, 2025. If you know of any parents who may be interested in registering their children for the VPK 3 or the VPK programs at Brooker Creek Elementary or if you have any questions, please contact our school's Data Management Technician, Mrs. Mervat Khalil at 727-943-4600. PreK 3 weekly tuition for 2025-2026 will be $135.00. The late application period for PreK 3 opened March 13, 2025.

Thank you.

Brooker Creek has available seats for our Kindergarten and 1st grade classroom 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 for a K or 1st grade seat 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.

April 28 – May 2, 2025

Celebrating our Staff Through the Decades!

Monday: 60’s Flower Power—Wear tie dye and bring your teachers a flower.

Tuesday: 70’s Peace, Love, and Happiness—Give your teachers a high five or write them a handwritten note about how happy they make you.

Wednesday: 80’s I love the 80’s! Wear neon colors or your favorite 80’s look.

Thursday: 90’s Booyah! As, If—Bring your favorite 90’s snack to share with your teacher.

Friday: 00’s Y2K: Wear your favorite glow in the dark outfit or accessory.

The PTA has a busy few weeks ahead of us, all to support and benefit our students and staff! Our Run Club teams have been busy practicing for our upcoming events. This is a friendly reminder our Big Kids team (3rd-5th grade) will have their last practice on April 29th. The Little Kids (K-2nd) will have their last practice on May 1. There will be no more run club for the rest of the year after these dates!

Upcoming Events

· 5/1: Bobcat Achievement Night—PTA elections for next year will take place and 5K packet pick and sign-ups.

· 5/3: Bobcat Prowl 5K and 1-mile Fun Run—Join us for our first ever race and only fundraiser of the year. 5k starts at 8:30am and 1 mile at 8:45am. Register here: https://bcebobcatbash.givebacks.gives/2025bobcatprowl

· 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. Get your tickets here: https://brookercreekelementary.givebacks.com/store/items/1172262

PTA Board Positions and Elections

Secretary: The role of the secretary includes attending monthly board meetings and help maintain the PTA procedure book. While at the board and general PTA meetings, the secretary should take accurate notes and attendance and maintain all PTA records including copies of all minutes, attendance logs, and budget reports. The secretary is also responsible for overseeing communication with volunteers for upcoming events.

Reflections: Coordinate Reflections Art Program (a state PTA program) including sending information to parents, identify judges, coordinating awards ceremony, keeping parents up-to-date of status of entries, provide information/updates for communication through the PTA and school newsletters.

Wonderland Gift Shoppe Coordinator: Determine dates of wonderland gift shoppe and arrange for delivery and pick-up of items. Coordinate volunteers to help with setup and break down of items. Available the week of the WGS at school to oversee and track expense and income with the treasurer. Next year, you would have the opportunity to shadow our current Gift Shoppe Coordinator.

Community Outreach: Contact community partners to coordinate/communicate school needs. Contact and coordinate groups for Giving Tree campaign. Coordinate process to assign, collect, and distribute gift for Giving Tree. Collaborate with NEHS and Student Council to support additional campaigns. Work with BCE guidance counselor for students of need at BCE and distribute funds/goods as needed.

Special Events Chair: Spearhead the planning and execution of fun and engaging events that support our school community and fundraising goals. You'll collaborate with the PTA executive board about brainstorming, organizing, and coordinating all aspects of events, from initial concept to successful completion.

Business Sponsors Liaison: Point of contact for PTA business sponsors. Keep accurate records of paid sponsorship and work with sponsors to get banner printed, as well as name and information updated on the school marquee, yearbook, and social media.

Fence Designer: Arrange messages and images on the fence using designated cups. Messages and images to coordinate with school events and holidays.

Social Media Manager: Create and manage social media posts to promote events, business sponsorships, and provide school-related resources and information.

If you are interested in any of these positions, whether you work full-time outside of the home, work from home, don’t work, we have a job you can do if you want to help! Please reach out to one of the PTA board members or email me at presidentbcepta@gmail.com

Congratulations to our BCE Book Nerds . They worked very hard and placed 2nd by a half of a question! If you see them be sure to give them a "high-Five" for all their hard work.

Cooper Davis
Donald Mandeville
Sophie Manning
Emily Rueda

If you have not noticed, our Welcome to Brooker Creek sign received a much needed face lift this week. Thank you to Mrs. Livingston and our art scholars for creating the beautiful Paw Print Mosaic that is not in the middle of our sign. This amazing addition to our welcome sign has certainly given our front entrance a face lift. If you have not seen it sparkle in the sun, make sure you take a look at it next time you drive by.

At the Volunteer Breakfast held on Friday, we were pleased to announce Darcy Knez as the Brooker Creek 2024-2025 Volunteer of the Year. Darcy has given countless hours to our community this year. She is a mentor, classroom volunteer and always willing to chaperons a field trip. Thank you, Mrs. Kenz, for everything you do for our students, staff and bobcat community.

Mark your calendar for the following upcoming events at BCE

• May 1st Bobcat Achievement Night
• May 3rd PTA - Bobcat Fun Run
• May 16th End of 4th Quarter
• May 23rd
• VPK Move Up Celebration
• Kindergarten Water Day
• Bobcat Bash
• May 27th 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony
• May 29th Last Day of School

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