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Brookshire Bulldog Bulletin - Week of January 26, 2026

Posted Date: 01/25/26 (06:00 PM)


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Brookshire Bulldog Bulletin

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE BROOKSHIRE SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message

Happy Sunday, Bulldogs!

We have a packed week ahead focused around literacy! We are SO excited to have your students present their book during our Young Authors’ Conference. Make sure your author dresses their best on Wednesday! 

Also, a couple of quick reminders for our car line. Please make sure your phone is put away while in the car line so that 100% of your attention is on the car line. This helps keep things moving quickly and keeps everyone safe. Once you are on the final straightaway, make sure to line up your front tire with the numbered marker. This ensures you are in the correct spot and keeps you a safe distance from the curb. I appreciate your attention to this.

There are several other exciting things happening this week so make sure to check out the important dates so you don’t miss a thing! 
Gratefully,

Mrs. Bethany Ledesma
Principal, Brookshire Elementary
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January is National Mentoring Month, celebrated with a fist bump between a mentor and student.
A young girl with glasses reads a book in a library, with text overlaying the image: 'CELEBRATE LITERACY WEEK JAN 26-30'.
Graphic promoting the 'Let's Read OCPS' initiative, encouraging reading 50,000,000 minutes by April 30, 2026.
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Important Dates

January 26-30
  • Celebrate Literacy Week 

Wednesday, January 28 
  • Young Authors Conference

Thursday, January 29 
  • 2nd Grade Blue Springs Field Trip 

Friday, January 30 
  • 2nd Grade Blue Springs Field Trip
  • School Pop Up Store 
  • Ice Cream Cart 

Sunday, February 1
  • Solar Bears Game 

Friday, February 6
  • Parents’ Night Out

Tuesday, February 10
  • SAC Meeting @ 3:15 PM in Media Center 

Wednesday, February 11
  • Skate Night @ Semoran Skateway 

Wednesday, February 18
  • Night of Fine Arts 5:30-7:00 PM 
 

Night of Fine Arts

Brookshire Elementary presents 'An Evening of Fine Arts' on Wednesday, February 18, from 5:30-7:00 PM.
 

Celebrate Literacy Week

Graphic text: READ, WHITE and BLUE, Celebrating 250 Chapters of America, CELEBRATE LITERACY WEEK 2026.
A schedule for Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida, at Brookshire Elementary from January 26-30, 2026.
 

OCPS Reads Beanstack Challenge

 Reading Challenge Let’s Read, OCPS!, a district-wide reading challenge taking place from January 26 to April 30, 2026, created to foster a love of reading. The challenge invites students and faculty to collectively read 50 million minutes throughout the three month challenge period. Students should individually aim to read for at least 500 minutes and log any time spent reading throughout the school day.  
An illustration promoting the Beanstack reading program for Brookshire Bulldogs, encouraging daily reading and earning badges.
The Beanstack website welcomes Brookshire Bulldogs to a new reading year with the 'The Great Escape' challenge.
 

PTA

SCHOOL STORE THIS FRIDAY!

Pop on by the school store in the lobby before school this Friday to support a great cause!
All money raised goes to support PTA’s One Love Fundraiser. Cash only! 
Poster announces the "One Love School Store" event at Brookshire Elementary, happening this Friday before school from 8:20-8:40 AM.
SWEET TREATS ARE COMING!

PTA will be on campus after school this Friday with something cool and tasty! It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend. We look forward to seeing you there. Cash and cards accepted! 
A colorful graphic advertises 'Popsicles & Ice Cream' sold on Friday after school at the bike racks to support Brookshire PTA.
SOLAR BEARS TICKETS!

Join us for a fun BES Spirit Day with Solar Bears Hockey THIS Sunday! This event is open to our entire community. Invite friends, family, and neighbors to join the fun! Tickets are available now. Please see the link below. 
Orlando Solar Bears hockey game flyer with a player and event details.
Get Your Tickets
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT IS BACK!

Parent’s Night Out will be in the neighborhood this year! Be sure to mark your calendar for 2/6! The fun will start at 6:00 PM! 

RSVP: BrookshireBulldogsPTA@gmail.com
Invitation to a Parents' Night Out event on February 6 at 6:00 PM, featuring front yard, fire lit, drinks, and light bites.
SAVE THE DATE!

The Brookshire Carnival is taking over campus on February 28! Save the date for the most fun day of the year!
Poster for the Brookshire Carnival on Saturday, February 28, featuring circus tents, games, and balloons.
A vibrant poster announces the Brookshire Carnival with colorful tents, balloons, and carnival games.
 

Volunteers Needed

The ADDitions School Volunteers logo features an apple and text.
If you want to volunteer with us this year or attend any field trips, you must become an ADDitions volunteer. This process must be completed each year. Click below to visit the OCPS volunteer website for more information and to sign-up!
OCPS Volunteer Website
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2500 Cady Way | Winter Park, FL 32792-4726

Phone +1 407-623-1400 I brookshire_es@ocps.net

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