Brown Newsletter
Use this page to find the weekly newsletter from Brown Elementary!
Upcoming Dates
September 3 - Picture Day
September 4 & 7 - No School
September 21-26 - Homecoming Week
September 23 - Jet’s Pizza Fundraiser
October 9 - Brown Tailgate (more information to come)
Stock the Lounge
THANK YOU to everyone that has dropped off or ordered items to restock the staff lounge! There is still time to help with various snacks, drinks, and goodies to keep our staff fueled for the weeks to come!
Donations can be:
- Dropped off in the office anytime during school hours. - Sign up here.
- Ordered from our Amazon Wish List and shipped directly to the school! - Order here.
PLEASE READ-IMPORTANT!!!
Thank you to everyone who has completed the Returning Student Registration! We still have many families who need to complete it. Please remember that each student has their own unique Snapcode. Completing this ensures we have the most up-to-date information for every student. Thank you!
Code Red Robotics
Students in 2nd through 4th grade are invited to join Code Red Robotics' FIRST LEGO League (FLL) for the 2026 season
In FLL, students explore the engineering process, learn design and coding skills, and use creative thinking to develop solutions. This year's theme is BIOGLOW. Working in teams and using LEGOtechnology, students will explore coding concepts through the lens of biodiversity.
Program Details
- When: Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 6 to 8 pm, starting September 24. We will have 6 to 8 sessions in the fall and another 6 to 8 sessions in the winter and spring.
- Where: Nickels Intermediate School cafeteria
- Register to join the 2026 season.
- More information: See the FLLInformational Flyer
- Parent Involvement: A parent (or other adult) must accompany their student to sessions
If you have any questions, contact Scott Keith at keithsmcorp@gmail.com or 269-364-1407
Attendance
If your student will be absent or needs to leave early for an appointment please contact the teacher along with our attendance email: brattendance@bcpsk12.net
VSFAC Information
Byron Center’s Got Talent: 3rd Grade–Adult
We’re looking for singers, dancers, musicians, comedians, groups, and really anything else people might want to perform! Auditions are digital and are due September 4. More information and the audition submission can be found at: vsfac.com/talent
Junie B. Jones Jr. Cast Registration: Grades 3–5
Registration is open for students interested in being part of our Youth Theatre production of Junie B. Jones Jr. This is open to students in 3rd–5th grade. Registration: vsfac.com/junieb
Junie B. Jones Jr. Crew Registration: All Grades
6th-12th Grade RegistrationStudents interested in the behind-the-scenes side of theatre can sign up to be part of the crew. Crew will help with things like sets, props, costumes, backstage, and other production needs.
2026–2027 Theatre Season Tickets Our new theatre season is here! Every Story Matters features five shows centered around courage, imagination, friendship, and finding your place in the world. More information: vsfac.com/season
Interested in becoming a Cub Scout?
Pack 3250 welcomes boys and girls K-5. Join us for our Welcome Picnic at the Whistlestop Park pavilion on Tuesday, September 22 at 6:30pm for dinner, games, and other activities! For questions, contact Jeremiah Jordan 616–292–1990, jordanpack3250@gmail.com
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