BPS Social Studies Educators are the Best of the Best
Brevard Public Schools teachers dominated at the Florida Council for the Social Studies annual awards last Saturday evening. Several teachers were recognized as the best in the state in addition to those recognized for their district impact.
Congratulations, teachers! We are so proud to have you represent BPS!
State-level winners:
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Warren Tracey Beginning Teacher of the Year Award: Stephanie Booth, Jefferson Middle School
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J.R. Skretting Leadership Award: Jennifer Jolley, Palm Bay Magnet High School
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Dr. Theron Trimble Florida Teacher of the Year Award – High School recipient: Francine Drabik, Space Coast Jr/Sr High School
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Dr. J. Doyle Casteel Outstanding Leadership Award: Kimberly Garton, Secondary Leading and Learning
District-level winners (School years 2020 and 2021 recognized):
2020
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Elementary: Julie Fletcher, Saturn Elementary School
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Middle: Clarissa Merrill, Cocoa High School
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High: Kea Vickers, Heritage High School
2021
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Elementary: Judi Wells, Freedom 7 Elementary School
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Middle: Stephanie Booth, Jefferson Middle School
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High: Francine Drabik, Space Coast Jr/Sr High School
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Rockledge High Graduate Receives the First Harry T. And Harriette V. Moore Memorial Scholarship
Congratulations to Mr. Dalyn Sims, the inaugural recipient of the Harry T. And Harriette V. Moore Memorial Scholarship. This $3500 scholarship was awarded in partnership with the American Federation of Teachers, the Florida Education Association, the Brevard Association of School Administrators, Senator Tony Hill , Chair of the Commissioner of Education's African American History Task Force, and the Brevard Federation of Teachers.
2021 Graduate of Rockledge High School, Mr. Dalyn Sims said in his scholarship essay: "Like the Moores, I want to be known as the young man that motivated my people, got involved, took a stand for his generation, and formed as a TEAM for change and equality. We (my generation) have to understand that we are the world's Moores, Dr. King, Malcolm X, John Lewis, and Barack Obama (just to name a few). I want to lead, educate, motivate, and be of encouragement for all races."
Harry T. Moore was hired in 1925 to teach at Cocoa's only black elementary school and was promoted to the principal of the Titusville Colored School in 1927. Harriette V. Moore was hired in 1928 as a first grade teacher at Mims Elementary School. She worked along side Harry in the movement to improve the lives of and attain equal justice and opportunity for Florida's Black citizens and Brevard County's Black educators and students. In 1946, Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore were not offered contracts for the next school year by the Brevard Public School Board due to their activism. On Christmas night in 1951, the educators and activists were victims of a bombing of their home in Mims. On February 23, 2021, the School Board of Brevard County recognized the unjust firing of the Moores, and this scholarship was established to honor their legacy. We are thrilled to award it to Mr. Dalyn Sims.
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Community Classes Available Now |
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Learning English can be critical for career opportunities in the United States. Brevard Adult Education centers have programs to assist students who are integrating into the life and culture of the United States. Courses cover improving language skills, learning about U.S. culture, and preparing to become a U.S. citizen.
Aprender Inglés puede ser crítico para las oportunidades de carreras en los Estados Unidos. Los centros de educación de adultos en Brevard tienen programas para ayudar a los estudiantes que se están integrando en la vida y cultura de los Estados Unidos.
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National School Bus Safety Week
This week was National School Bus Safety Week. The Space Coast Transportation and Planning Organization partnered with BPS, the Titusville Fire Department, the City of Titusville Police Department, and the National Coalition for Safer Roads to recognize the importance of school bus safety. Wednesday morning, Mims Elementary students were surprised with Alert Today Florida goodie bags at their bus stops. Goodie bags included safety puzzles, light-up armbands, and more!
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BPS Continues to Celebrate National Principals Month
Our amazing school leaders we surprised this week with a little something special to show our love and appreciation! We are incredibly thankful for everything they do for our students.
There is one more week to nominate your Principal for our Feed the Fridge contest! Look for our Facebook post on Monday to cast your vote!
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CELEBRATING STELLAR STUDENTS |
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Melbourne High Senior Nominated for U.S. Presidential Scholar Academic Award
The Office of Secondary Leading and Learning is pleased to announce that Devin Pelikan, senior at Melbourne Senior High School, has been chosen as the Brevard Public Schools nominee for the U.S. Presidential Scholar Academic Award. The mission of this program, established in 1964, is to recognize and honor superior high school seniors.
Sixty seniors throughout our county were initially identified as meeting the minimum requirements for this prestigious award. From those sixty students, the following students were chosen as school nominees.
· Jackson Bailey, Astronaut High School
· Thomas Tibbetts, Cocoa Beach Junior/Senior High School
· James McMillan, Eau Gallie High School
· Nikhil Iyer, Edgewood Junior/Senior High School
· Joshua Briley, Heritage High School
· Devin Pelikan, Melbourne High School
· Mason Derwitsch, Rockledge High School
· Neil Reddy, Satellite High School
· Kafranza Gaspard, Titusville High School
· Shane Layman, Viera High School
· Alexander Budko, West Shore Junior/Senior High School
From those eleven students, Devin was chosen based on her Academic Record, Community Involvement and Leadership.
Approximately 600 candidates are named semi-finalists, and their names and supporting materials are forwarded to the White House Commission for further review. In April, the Commission on Presidential Scholars will review the applications of all the semi-finalists, applying the same criteria used by the review committee. The Commission selects up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars each year.
All scholars are honored for their accomplishments during the National Recognition Program, held in Washington, D.C. During this trip, U.S. Presidential Scholars are guests of the US Department of Education and the White House Commission and enjoy an expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. to meet with government officials, educators and other accomplished people. To commemorate their achievement, the Scholars are awarded the Presidential Scholars Medallion at a ceremony sponsored by the White House.
Again – Congratulations to Devin!
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Fear not having the perfect costume, but don’t fear filling out the FAFSA!
Go get the perfect costume for your Halloween party, but first, download the new myStudentAid app and fill out the FAFSA form right now on your phone! It’s the not-so-scary way to apply for financial aid.
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Renewal Applications Due Oct. 29 |
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Renewal Applications Open Now for Current BPS Choice School Students
Renewal applications for current students of Brevard's six choice schools (listed below) are due by October 29th.
-Edgewood Jr. / Sr. High
-Freedom 7 Elementary
-South Lake Elementary
-Stevenson Elementary
-West Melbourne School for Science
-West Shore Jr. / Sr. High
Students who wish to return the their same choice school next year, must complete the renewal application by October 29, 2021.
Information about the open enrollment period for NEW students to choice schools will be coming soon.
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Please click HERE for details about upcoming Secondary
Choice School Informational Meetings.
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Free Books for Eligible Students |
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Through the New Worlds Reading Initiative, young readers can discover new worlds through the pages of a new book each month. This new, statewide program provides eligible students with a book by mail, for FREE, during each month of the school year.
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Heart of Brevard
Natalie Johnsey, Freedom 7 Elementary School
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Submitted by Jennifer Noe
Natalie Johnsey (pictured center) is a fifth grade teacher at Freedom 7! She goes above and beyond for each and every one of her students. She truly gets to know each student as an individual, and has an amazing rapport with each. She establishes that from the moment her students enter her classroom, and she is an advocate for each of her students! Observing her in action is amazing as that mutual trust is so evident. I recently subbed for a period in her class, and when she returned at the end of that hour, they all shouted, “Mrs. Johnsey- you’re back!” when she entered the room! I told her this was a true compliment and testament to the unending dedication and support she provides for her students. She is also a true team player, and will go to bat for any of her colleagues and is always eager to help when needed! It’s my pleasure to know and work with such an awesome educator who truly embodies this quote: Our students may not always remember everything you taught, but they will always remember how you made them feel!
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Know an employee, teacher or student who has made a difference at your work site or school? We want to hear about them!
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NOW HIRING
We are hiring Bus Drivers!
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BPS COVID-19 Resources
This web page is designed to house information for parents, students, faculty and our community. Helpful items include:
- COVID-19 District Dashboard
- Latest district news as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Student and staff health and safety protocols
- Fact Sheets and information from the CDC, AAP and other authorities
- COVID-19 videos and resources
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BPS HEADLINES is a publication of Brevard Public Schools.
2700 Judge Fran Jamieson Way * Melbourne, FL 32940 * 321-633-1000
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