What are arrival and dismissal times?

 

 

See BCS's HISD website for the latest information.

 

 

How do I drop off and pick up my children?

 

 

See BCS's HISD website for the latest information.  

Children are dropped off and picked up using the school carpool lane. Staff are on hand to assist your child as they exit your vehicle and to help them locate their classrooms. Information will be shared on Bloomz about carpool lane location/s, traffic flow, and options for walking your child to school. Expect wait times of up to one hour or more, at both dropoff and pickup for the first week of school. BCS staff work hard to minimize wait times, but it is a steep learning curve at the start of the year. 

 

 

How will I find my student at dismissal time?

 

 

All caregivers that are authorized to pick up students from our campus in the carpool lanes must download this app and use it. The app allows parents to announce their arrival on campus so that students can be placed for pickup. BCS uses the PikMyKid app for dismissal only. 

 

 

What is the school dress code?

 

 

The dress code is available on BCS's HISD website. Children should wear closed-toed shoes due to recess and physical activity. Uniforms are not required. 

 

 

Do parents/guardians buy classroom supplies?

 

 

More information regarding classroom supplies for the 23/24 school year will be provided by the school.

 

 

What fundraising does the PTO carry out?

 

 

There are several fundraisers carried out during the year:

The Bronco Fund - Provides funding for supplemental and specialty classroom supplies and funding for International Baccalaureate teacher professional development, field trips, and other supplemental curricula. More information will be provided about this fundraiser closer to the start of the school year.

The Fall Fundraiser - This year we are selling popcorn online and there is an option to buy out.

The Fall Festival - One of our largest Fundraisers and the biggest community event.

The Spring Fundraiser - The annual BCS Boosterthon Fun Run! There is an option to buy out, but all students participate in the event and are asked to register free of charge. More details to come.

Scholastic Book Fair - Encourages a love of reading in our students while earning rewards for our school.

 

 

How will I receive communication from the school?

 

 

The school will communicate using the Bloomz app and the school website. Principal Sutton also utilizes callouts for school-wide messages. You can also follow BCS on Twitter @briarmeadowK_8. 

 

 

How will I receive communication from the PTO?

 

 

The PTO will utilize Bloomz, their Facebook page as well as the PTO website where all upcoming events and fundraising information can be found. We ask all parents, guardians, and staff to register with the PTO website. Once registered you will be able to participate in fundraising, stay up to date on school life events, subscribe to our calendar, and gain access to our bi-weekly PTO newsletter.

 

 

Where can I find a calendar of upcoming school events?

 

 

The calendar tab on Bloomz shows upcoming school events. You can also subscribe to the joint PTO and school calendar by clicking subscribe here. BCS HISD school calendar is also available on the school's website at https://www.houstonisd.org/Page/44933.

 

 

How do I volunteer my time with the school?

 

 

To volunteer, chaperone a field trip, or help at an event, you must register every year with VIPS (Volunteer in Public Schools). This must be done at the start of every school year. Volunteer opportunities will be posted on Bloomz, the PTO website, and the PTO newsletter. You can also talk with your child’s teacher about volunteer opportunities in the classroom

 

 

How do I communicate with my student’s classroom teacher? Will I meet the classroom teacher before the start of school?

 

 

Teachers use the Bloomz app or their work email for communicating with parents. This app has direct messaging capabilities. Teachers may also provide alternate methods of communication at Meet the Teacher. Details about Meet the Teacher will be shared on Bloomz. 

 

 

Where can I find my student’s daily schedule?

 

 

Classroom teachers provide daily schedules.

 

 

When will I receive the back-to-school parent packet? 

 

 

The packet will be sent home during the first week of school. Please fill it out as soon as possible and send it back to school.

 

 

What is the IB program and where can I find more info?

 

 

The Primary Years Programme (PYP) - International Baccalaureate® is a student-centered approach to education that develops young students as active participants in a lifelong journey of learning. This program aligns with BCS’s call to be a constructivist school embedded in inquiry. For more information about IB at BCS please use this link https://www.houstonisd.org/Page/135946

 

 

Are school lunches and breakfasts available?

 

 

School breakfast and lunches are provided. Breakfast can be picked up at the entrance in the morning and eaten in the classroom. Students can also bring a packed lunch to school. More information regarding school lunches can be found at Nutrition Services / Home. 

 

 

Are there after-school enrichment activities and on-site after-school care?

 

 

Yes! Details and registration information for on-site after-school care and enrichment activities will be provided in August. Registration for all enrichment activities will be through the vendors. Check Bloomz for announcements.

 

 

I feel overwhelmed by new information. What are the main things I need to get done at the start of the school year?