September 11 — A Day to Remember Today, our Brookside family came together in red, white, and blue to remember September 11, 2001. For those who remember that day, we will never forget the emotion, the shock, the courage, and the way our country came together in unity. We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
3 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Strong Roots, Safe Schools!

We’re celebrating Safe Schools Week, September 14–18! Join us each day as we grow stronger connections, build healthy habits, and create a safe, supportive school community.

Strong roots help our Brookside community grow!
5 days ago, Victoria Welch
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🌟 It Takes a Village! 🌟

Our school community is stronger because of the incredible support of our Instructional Assistants! They work alongside our teachers each day to support student learning, build relationships, and help our classrooms and school run smoothly.

We’re missing a few of our amazing IAs from this photo, but we want each of you to know how much we appreciate your dedication, flexibility, and the difference you make every day. We are so grateful to have you as part of our school family!

6 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Kindness Can Make a Difference! Today, our Brookside Mustangs took some time to spread a little encouragement by writing positive messages to remind others that they are cared for, they matter, and they are never alone. We are proud of our students and staff for helping create a school community where kindness, connection, and looking out for one another matter. Remember, Mustangs: It’s always okay to ask for help, talk to a trusted adult, and let someone know when you need support.💙
6 days ago, Victoria Welch
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🚔 Safety First in First Grade! 🚔

Officer Kemp has spent the first part of the school year teaching our first graders about the importance of stranger safety! Our students are learning how to recognize unsafe situations, make smart choices, and know what to do if they ever feel uncomfortable or unsure.

A big thank you to Officer Kemp for helping our Mustangs learn how to stay safe and make good choices!

6 days ago, Victoria Welch
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✨ Meet the 26–27 Brookside Crew! ✨ We’re excited to introduce ourselves and kick off another awesome year with our Mustangs!We’re ready for a year full of learning, laughter, and lots of Mustang pride!
16 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Rock, Paper, Weekend! Mrs. Hill’s class wrapped up the week with a fun class community builder—Rock, Paper, Scissors!🎉 It was a great way to connect, laugh, and build relationships with classmates. Have a ROCKIN’ weekend, Mustangs!
17 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Thankful Thursday!❤️💙 We are feeling extra thankful for a GREAT start to the school year with our Brookside Mustangs! It has been so much fun seeing our students back in the building, learning, growing, and making new memories together! Let’s keep the school spirit going! Don’t forget to wear your Brookside shirt tomorrow! We can’t wait to see everyone showing off their Mustang pride!
18 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Our Mustangs had an AMAZING first day at Brookside!❤️ From big smiles to new friendships and lots of learning, it was a day full of excitement and joy! We are so proud of our Mustangs and can’t wait to see what this school year has in store! Here’s to a GREAT year! Drop your first day pictures in the comments!
21 days ago, Victoria Welch
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A few snapshots from Open House last week! We loved welcoming our families and getting everyone ready for another amazing year at Brookside! We cannot wait to see all of our Mustangs tomorrow for the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL! Let’s make it a great year! We’re so excited to learn, grow, and make memories together! ❤️💙
22 days ago, Victoria Welch
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Huge THANK YOU to our amazing custodial team—Rodney, Tabitha, and Hunter! ❤️💙 These three have been working hard all summer to help get Brookside ready for a brand-new school year, and we are so grateful for all they do behind the scenes to make our school a welcoming place for our students and staff. We appreciate you more than you know! Thank you for helping Brookside shine!
24 days ago, Victoria Welch
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That's a wrap on our first Mustang Meetup Mini Camp! What an incredible three days welcoming our newest first-grade Mustangs! From making new friends and exploring Brookside to exciting activities, our future Mustangs had so much fun getting ready for the school year. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing volunteers who gave their time, energy, and smiles to help make this event such a success. We couldn't have done it without you! ❤️ Thank you to all of the families who joined us and helped make our very first Mustang Meetup Mini Camp a huge success. We loved getting to know our newest Mustangs and can't wait to welcome everyone back for an amazing school year! See you soon, Mustangs!
about 2 months ago, Victoria Welch
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Mustang Meetup Mini Camp – Day 2! Day 2 was full of smiles, learning, and a very special surprise! 🚔🍧 Our future first-grade Mustangs had an exciting visit from the Copsicle truck, who stopped by to cool everyone off with a tasty treat and help make the day even more memorable.
about 2 months ago, Victoria Welch
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Mustang Meetup Mini Camp – Day 1! What a fantastic first day welcoming our newest first-grade Mustangs! 🐴❤️ Students enjoyed meeting new friends, exploring their classrooms, and getting excited for an amazing school year ahead. We're so proud of our future Mustangs and look forward to Day 2! 💙❤️
about 2 months ago, Victoria Welch
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As we wrap up another amazing school year, we want to recognize and celebrate our retiring staff members! Thank you for your years of dedication, hard work, and commitment to the students, families, and community of Brookside. The impact you have made reaches far beyond the classroom, and your contributions have helped shape countless lives!
4 months ago, Victoria Welch
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Today, our 5th graders took their final walk around Brookside as elementary students before beginning their next adventure in middle school! We are so proud of each and every one of you and can't wait to see all that you accomplish in the future. You will always be part of the Brookside family!❤️
4 months ago, Victoria Welch
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Meet the Teacher for our Mustangs was a huge success! Before heading into summer break, our Mustangs had the exciting opportunity to meet their teacher for next school year. Students enjoyed visiting their new classrooms, meeting new friends, and getting a glimpse of all the learning and adventures that await them!!
4 months ago, Victoria Welch
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🐷 Kiss the Pig! 🐷 The grade level teachers who collected the most change during PTO’s “Stuff the Pig” fundraiser earned the honor of kissing the pig!Thanks to everyone who donated and supported our school!
4 months ago, Victoria Welch
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Today we celebrate our incredible paraprofessionals at Brookside Elementary! 💙 Your dedication, patience, and compassion make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. Whether you’re offering a helping hand, providing encouragement, or supporting learning in meaningful ways, we appreciate you more than words can express! Thank you for all that you do — we appreciate you!
6 months ago, Victoria Welch
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📸 Picture Day is March 4th! 📸

A few important reminders:
• Pictures will be 3/4 length (head to knee frame).
• Students will take photos on a green screen, and families can choose their background when ordering!
• A proof sheet with a QR code to order will be sent home the same day.
• If your child does not receive their QR code paper, please contact Holifield Photography at (859) 276-2040 to have a new ordering link emailed to you.
• There will be no retake day, so please plan accordingly.
7 months ago, Victoria Welch
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