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We are capable.
We are caring.
We all belong!
 When students are here, they make stronger friendships and have an increased sense of belonging. Attendance matters!
Oct 2 Holiday: No School - Yom Kippur
Oct 13 Staff Development Day: No School
Oct 20 Holiday: No School - Diwali
Oct 24 Book Character Dress Up Day
Oct 24 BINGOween, 6:30 p.m.
Oct 29 3 Hour Early Release: School Ends at 1:00 p.m.
Oct 31 2 Hour Early Release: School Ends at 2:00 p.m. - No Childcare
At BMP, we are using the Science of Reading to guide how we teach children to become confident, skilled readers. One of the key models we use is the Reading Rope, which shows that strong reading comes from weaving together two strands: word recognition (decoding, phonics, and fluency) and language comprehension (vocabulary, background knowledge, and understanding of text). At home, you can support both strands by reading with your child every day—have them practice sounding out words while also talking about what the story means and why it matters. Encourage them to write in fun, real-life ways like making lists, writing notes, or keeping a journal. Together, we can help students strengthen every strand of the rope so they grow into lifelong readers and writers.
Are you loving the recent renovation of our school building?
We are, thanks to voters like you!
These beautiful updates were NOT funded through the annual FCPS operating budget. School building construction and renovations are funded by bonds, which are approved by voters!
On November 4, a new bond will be on your Election Day ballot. Learn more about how school bonds impact our community at fcps.edu/bond.
What Will the 2025 Bond Referendum on the November Ballot Fund?
The $460M bond referendum on the November ballot is expected to fund the next stages of several ongoing projects, as well as others referenced in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
The building and renovation of our schools is not funded through the division’s operating budget. Voter-approved bonds allow payment for these projects over time. Read more about the 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a plan to vote by Tuesday, November 4.
Our new menu items debuting in September and October feature hearty homestyle favorites — including veggie chili, pictured above — and fresh global inspiration! Other new additions include:
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Breakfast: Cinnamon apple overnight oats, mini blueberry pancakes, French toast sticks, egg and cheese breakfast quesadillas and tacos, and turkey sausage and cheese bagels.
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Lunch: Teriyaki chicken stir-fry, teriyaki chickenless bites stir-fry, cheesy turkey pepperoni pasta, cheesy pasta with marinara sauce, deep dish pizza, and cheesy fiesta nachos.
Check our online menu to see when your child can try new recipes developed by FCPS’ executive chef and team of food and nutrition experts, based on student feedback.
Did you know that the FCPS Comprehensive Boundary Review impacts Bren Mar Park students? Learn more about the FCPS Comprehensive Boundary Review at https://www.fcps.edu/about-fcps/maps/2024-2026-boundary-review.
As a reminder, FCPS will hold two sets of community boundary review meetings this fall — one in September and another in October. Each set of meetings will focus on two pyramids per meeting.
All September meetings will include an overview of where FCPS is in the comprehensive boundary review process, an opportunity to take the School Start Times Survey, the ways community input is informing the process, and next steps in the boundary review process.
The meeting for our pyramid will be held [insert event information for your pyramid]. Please register by clicking “in person” or “virtual,” depending on how you would like to participate.
Child care for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed.
Visit the FCPS website for a full list of meeting dates and information about the October meetings. There is a meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Edison High School, at Edison High School (In Person or Virtual)
The Scenario Explorer shows the proposals for Bren Mar Park students (boundaries changes shown by color):
 Image when Bren Mar Park is selected in the Scenario Explorer.
Your voice matters, and Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid wants to hear from you! At FCPS, parents are partners, working with us to set our students up for long-term success at school and in life.
A series of Community Conversations are being held across the school division to discuss current challenges and future opportunities. These events are also a chance for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events are planned for the following dates from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.:
- Monday, September 29, at McNair Upper Elementary School
- Friday, October 3, at Annandale Terrace Elementary School
- Friday, December 5, at Churchill Road Elementary School
- Tuesday, December 9, at Fairhill Elementary School
- Thursday, December 11, at Bull Run Elementary School
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all.
FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment.
Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Tuesday, September 30.
 Meet BMP administrative team, Ms. Elizabeth Williams (principal) and Ms. Eneida Thomas (assistant principal).
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