☕ Coffee with the Principal this Wednesday! Join us for a casual morning conversation with Principal Joy on April 29, 7:50–8:50 AM at the school. Bring your questions, your ideas, or just your coffee. Co-hosted by the PTA and the school.
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4rzzJ0IT7OD_mjvOQO9G3E4fJeHUNTxjwZp5bK54SdxNa-w/viewform
We’re excited for Field Day! Please see important details below:
Times:
• ECE – 2nd: 8:25–10:45 AM
• 3rd – 5th: 12:15–2:35 PM
Families Welcome:
Families are welcome to attend!
To keep things safe and running smoothly, activities and equipment are for Brown International students only during their session. We ask that siblings and guests cheer from the sidelines.
• ECE – 2nd: You may check your child out after their session using the QR code at the check-out table.
What to Bring/Wear:
• Comfortable clothing
• Water bottle (refill stations available)
• Change of clothes if student is staying at school following Field Day
• Hats/sunglasses optional (Students are responsible for any items they bring)
Field Day Shirts:
Shirts and hoodies are being printed and will arrive soon—more info coming!
Thanks for your support—we’re looking forward to a great day!
Coach P
🎉 Día de Campo – 15 de mayo 🎉
¡Estamos emocionados por el Día de Campo! Por favor vea los detalles importantes a continuación:
Horarios:
• ECE – 2.º: 8:25–10:45 AM
• 3.º – 5.º: 12:15–2:35 PM
Familias Bienvenidas:
¡Las familias son bienvenidas!
Para mantener la seguridad y que todo funcione sin problemas, las actividades y el equipo son solo para estudiantes de Brown International durante su sesión. Les pedimos que los hermanos y otros invitados animen desde los lados.
• ECE – 2.º: Pueden retirar a su estudiante después de su sesión usando el código QR en la mesa de salida.
Qué traer/usar:
• Ropa cómoda
• Botella de agua (habrá estaciones para rellenar)
• Cambio de ropa si el estudiante se queda en la escuela después del Día de Campo
• Gorras/lentes opcionales (los estudiantes son responsables de cualquier artículo que traigan)
Camisetas del Día de Campo:
Las camisetas y sudaderas están en proceso de impresión y llegarán pronto—¡más información próximamente!
Gracias por su apoyo—¡esperamos un gran día!
Coach P
🖼️🎨Reminder: Art Room Volunteers Needed! Ms. Pup needs a few more parent volunteers over the next week to get student work show-case ready for student-led conferences. Sign up here to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044CA9AF22A6F85-63341899-art#/ or reach out to abbylkerr@gmail.com with questions.
🍔 In‑N‑Out Dine‑Out – Tomorrow! 🍔
Join us at Brown International Academy on the playground tomorrow, Thursday, April 16th, from 5:30–7:00 PM for our In‑N‑Out dine‑out!
👉 Important: Please stop by the PTA table first to pick up your tickets before getting in line at the food truck. We will have a limited number of meal tickets available for purchase tomorrow, so arrive early! Not in the mood for In‑N‑Out? No problem! If you’d still like to come by, hang out, and enjoy time with our Brown International Academy community, we’d love to see you there!
Thank you for supporting our school! 💜 PTA
🖼️🎨Art Room Volunteers Needed! Students have been working hard on their artwork all year long. Ms. Pup needs a few parent volunteers over the next few weeks to help get student work show-case ready for student-led conferences. Use the Art Room Volunteers: Sign Up Genius to sign up for a date and time that works for you. Please reach out to Abby Kerr, abbylkerr@gmail.com if you have any questions or need additional information: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044CA9AF22A6F85-63341899-art#/
🎉 🍔 Reminder: The deadline to purchase tickets for the 4/16 In-N-Out Burger event is tomorrow. See the link for more details. ❤️ 75% of every ticket sold goes towards Brown International. https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2806541
🎉 🍔 Our special event and fundraiser with In-N-Out Burger is Thursday, April 16th from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. See the link for more details and how to purchase tickets. ❤️ 75% of every ticket sold go towards Brown International. Hope to see you there! https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2806541
Since some grade levels did not initially have access and hoodies were not visible for purchase, we have decided to extend Field Day T-shirt sales through Spring Break. The final day to place orders will be April 5. Thank you for supporting Field Day!
Please reach out if you experience any issues.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-V9fGV5uNikdhNjc0or3o8xJTcpLfByHwLzsCh1fF8k/edit?usp=sharing
Field Day T-Shirt Sales Info
Coach P
Get ready, Brown International families—tickets are officially on sale for a fun (and delicious!) dine in at the school, new this year! We’re partnering with In-N-Out Burger to bring their iconic truck right to campus for a night you won’t want to miss.
📅 Thursday, April 16
⏰ 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 Brown International Academy Playground
Your ticket includes a freshly grilled In-N-Out burger with toppings, chips and a drink.
Ticket price: $8 each
75% of every ticket goes directly to Brown!
⚠️ Don’t wait—tickets are limited! Sales are open now and will close when we hit 800 tickets or on April 8 (whichever comes first).
Everyone is welcome! Grab a meal ticket or bring your own dinner and join us picnic-style on the turf—this night is all about community. Need support? If your student would like a donated meal ticket, please email fundraising@brownpta.org.
👉 Buy your tickets here! https://buy.stripe.com/dRm14ncSq3ExaLs8LMdby0b
📣 Reminder: Learn about Special BIA Programs at our PTA Meeting this Thursday @ 5:00 pm. Join in person or on Zoom. More details here: https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2770689
📣 Check out the news feed for our PTA Spotlight Series: Find out about key volunteer roles for next year and how you can get involved. We need your support to help pass the baton! Up this week, Treasurer and Communications: https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2764440
☀️ ☘️ 🌷 Happy March! Check out the newsfeed for upcoming events and news from the PTA. More details here: https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2744738
☕ Reminder! Join us for Coffee & Conversation with Principal Joy tomorrow morning after drop off. Enjoy the chance to connect with leadership and other families in a relaxed setting. Coffee and pastries provided by the PTA. More details in the newsfeed: https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2695788
☕ Join us for Coffee & Conversation with Principal Joy on Feb. 24 after morning drop off. Enjoy the chance to connect with leadership and other families in a relaxed setting. Coffee and pastries provided by the PTA. More details in the newsfeed: https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2695788
❤️ Happy February! Check out this month's updates from the PTA and some ways you can get involved/support the BIA community that we LOVE! https://brown.dpsk12.org/o/brown/article/2682770 ❤️
Join me for a Creative Writing Summer Camp designed for students in the 3rd–5th grades! Whether your child loves crafting stories, inventing characters, or exploring new worlds through words, this camp is the perfect place to spark their creativity.
This camp is for kids who like to write—messy handwriting? No problem. Grades? Don’t matter. But if writing sounds like a chore, this probably isn’t the camp for you.
📅 Dates: July 13–17
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: TBD (likely Woodbury Library, depending on group size)
💲 Cost: $250 for the week
Spots are limited! If you're interested or have questions, reach out to Meegan_epps@dpsk12.net! ✨
🗓️Reminder: Virtual PTA Meeting this Thursday @ 5:00 pm on Zoom. Learn about the Brown International IB program and hear from school leadership! All are welcome! There are a lot of ways to get involved in the school, from one time events, to longer volunteer roles. Come learn more! See the agenda, or visit the newsfeed for more details.
Learn about the Brown International lB program at our next PTA Meeting, Thursday, Jan 22nd @ 5:00 pm on Zoom. See the agenda here or visit the newsfeed for more details. Hope to see you all there!
Bobcat families,
We are out of stock on pants for students who may need a change of clothes during the school day.
If you are able to donate pants or socks in any sizes , please drop them to the main office.
The best donations for bottoms are sweats/athletic pants.
On another note :
On January 21st we will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive in the Community Room. Please register to help save lives! You will be entered into a drawing for 2 tickets to the Super Bowl. Donating takes about 30 minutes to complete if you have completed the paperwork online (can do it on January 21 the day of donation but prior to your appointment time). If you don't complete the paperwork online please allow 45 min.
Register Here : Blood Drive Sign Up
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=browninternationalacademy
🌍 Reminder: Check out the Preserved Documentary on Jan. 14 @ 7:00 pm at the The Oriental Theater, produced by BIA parents Ben Clark and Mary Ann Potts. See the new article for more details: https://thrillshare.com/media/articles/detail/2600592 or visit https://www.preservedproductions.com/ to learn more!