Bryant Junior High School

We have been closely monitoring the weather forecast and its potential impact on our area. As of now, all Bryant schools will begin as scheduled on Thursday, January 9, but will DISMISS EARLY at 1:00PM. Activities and athletic events for the day are canceled. If weather or road conditions warrant and we need to dismiss earlier or close for the day, we will notify families as soon as possible. Please watch for updates through our usual communication channels.

Parents, please update your contact information TODAY to ensure we can reach you in case of schedule changes due to inclement weather. Contact your child’s school if your phone number, email, or emergency contact has changed. We’re monitoring the weather closely for potential impacts on Thursday and Friday. No decisions have been made yet, but we’ll notify you as soon as possible about any changes through all our communication channels: 📧 Email 📳 Phone calls and text messages 📱 Bryant Public Schools app 📣 Social media (Facebook & Instagram) 👩‍💻 Bryant website (bryantschools.org) 📺 Local tv stations

🎶🎄 Join Us Tonight for the BJHS Christmas Band Concert! 🎄🎶 Get ready to be filled with holiday cheer as our talented 8th and 9th-grade band students showcase their growth and musical skills! Under the direction of Stewart Wright, Jessica Chipman, and James Pianalto, this festive event is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. 📅 Tuesday, December 10
 📍 Bryant High School Fine Arts Center Performance Schedule:
 🎺 6:30 PM – 8th Grade Concert Band
 🎷 7:00 PM – 8th Grade Symphonic Band
 🎻 7:30 PM – 9th Grade Symphonic Band 
🎶 8:00 PM – 8th Grade Honors Band
 🥁 8:30 PM – 9th Grade Honors Band Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to support our young musicians and enjoy the sounds of the season! 🎉🎵

🎶🎄 Tonight’s the Night! 🎄🎶 The Bryant Junior High and Bryant High School Jazz Bands will dazzle you with their Christmas Concert tonight at 7 PM in the Fine Arts Center! Under the talented direction of James Pianalto and Keith Matthews, these incredible musicians are ready to bring the holiday spirit to life through their performances. 🎷✨ Don’t miss this festive night of music! 🎅🎼

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools will publish a School Board Recap to provide parents and community members with user-friendly information about decisions being made at school board meetings. Links to the November 2024 meeting recap: English 🔗 https://5il.co/31nbg Spanish 🔗 https://5il.co/31nbc

📱💻 Secondary parents, we hope you plan to join us tonight for Keeping Kids Safe Online, presented by our Bryant School-Based Mental Health program. The program is designed to provide resources and raise awareness about online safety. Elementary parents, join us tomorrow night for a session geared toward students in grades K-5. Due to the content, both sessions are for ADULTS only. The events will be held in the Fine Arts Center, located on the Bryant High School campus. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3YUCN75

‼️ Only Two More Days to Get Your Ticket! 🎟️🦃 Tickets for the annual Thanksgiving lunch are on sale through this Friday, November 15. Purchase at your child’s school for $5 per guest. We hope you will join us for this long-standing holiday tradition.

Union Pacific has closed the railway crossing at Shobe and Brookwood, impacting bus drop off this afternoon (Wednesday, Nov 13) and both morning and afternoon routes tomorrow. Bus routes impacted include 133, 3, 123, 41, 42, 111, 113, and 31. The closure will most likely delay buses as they have to find alternate routes. Students will still be picked up and dropped off at their normal locations, but may be a bit later than normal. Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience.

📱💻 Parents, join us for Keeping Kids Safe Online, presented by our Bryant School-Based Mental Health program. This event is designed to provide resources and raise awareness about online safety, from understanding risky apps to recognizing deep fakes and limiting exposure to harmful content. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3YUCN75

Our monthly district e-newsletter, Success Happens Here, is one way we share important information with our parents and community. Please visit one of the links below for the November 2024 edition: English: https://5il.co/30d3v Spanish: https://5il.co/30d3x

🌟 Principal Spotlight: Dr. Laura Fee, Bryant Junior High 🌟 On this last day of National Principal Month, we want to highlight our newest secondary principal, Dr. Laura Fee. Dr. Fee is focused on leading a team who provides the support students need to succeed. She strives to foster a positive and inclusive school culture, ensuring students feel supported and connected. Thank you, Dr. Fee, for your commitment to making Bryant Junior High a school that creates opportunities for success! Learn more 🔗 bryantschools.org/article/1850054

📢REMINDER: All schools will be closed for Fall Break October 25-28. Students will return to classes on Tuesday, October 29.

The Bryant School District recently presented the Annual Report to the Public. Presented in video format, the report updates patrons on the progress made during the 2023-24 school year. Check out all the great opportunities happening in Bryant Schools! 📹 https://youtu.be/AJTaYdu-LrQ 📊 https://5il.co/2z76d

📢 REMINDER: Thursday, October 24, ALL Bryant Schools will be following the early release schedule due to parent teacher conferences at our elementary schools. ⏰ Dismissal times for each school can be found on our website: https://www.bryantschools.org/page/parent-teacher-conference

The Bryant School Board meets monthly. Following each regular meeting, Bryant Public Schools publishes a School Board Recap to provide parents and community members with information about decisions being made at school board meetings. October 2024 meeting recap: English: https://5il.co/2z9df Spanish: https://5il.co/2z9de

⭐️ SUBSTITUTE HIRING EVENT ⭐️ Bryant Schools is looking for quality substitutes. Consider applying with Kelly Education! Learn more at the mobile hiring event located at 1511 North Reynolds Road in Bryant (Bryant Administration Office) on Monday, October 21 @ 1PM - 3:30PM. Chat with recruiters, learn about requirements and the great work schedule, and get any questions answered.

National School Lunch Week is October 14-18! 🍎🥪 Set sail for a week of delicious adventures! 🚢🏴‍☠️ Our Food Service team is offering a FREE LUNCH to all students on Wednesday, October 16 (one entree per student). Elementary & Middle School Menu: 🍔 Hamburgers orHotdogs 🍟 Emoticons or Spicy Seasoned Fries (spicy for middle school) 🌟 Baked Beans 🍏 Applesauce 🥛 Choice of Milk BJHS and BHS students will have 8 different lines to choose from for their selections We hope all students will enjoy the tasty treasure of a balanced meal to fuel their day. 🥗🍴

Our monthly district e-newsletter, Success Happens Here, is one way we share important information with our parents and community. Please visit one of the links below for the October 2024 edition: English: https://5il.co/2ygmg Spanish: https://5il.co/2ygmh

Parents, did you know Free/Reduced meal benefits expire on September 30? A new application is required each school year so your child can continue receiving nutritious meals! 🍎🍕🥗🌮 Applications are still open for families applying for the first time. Families who submit an application by September 30 are eligible to win a $100 gift card. 💻 https://secure.ezmealapp.com Fill out one application for all members of your household.

📢 REMINDER: Tuesday, September 24, ALL Bryant Schools will be following the early release schedule due to parent teacher conferences at Bryant Middle, Bethel Middle, Bryant Junior High, and Bryant High School. ⏰ Dismissal times for each school can be found on our website: https://www.bryantschools.org/page/parent-teacher-conference