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*2-D Shapes-Identify and Describe 2-dimensional shapes (square, circle, triangle, rectangle, and hexagon)
*Describe objects using the names of shapes and their relative position
*Compose New Shapes- Put shapes together to form new shapes
*Use logical reading to solve problems
*Identify shapes in objects and use shapes to create new objects

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At Briarwood, we believe each child, as an image-bearer of God, can find a purpose and a place in this world, being equipped with a solid academic and spiritual foundation necessary to represent Christ and His Kingdom in whatever sphere of influence God calls them.

We believe in nurturing and discipling children as we equip them for the future God is preparing for them. That is why, at Briarwood, students will learn a variety of disciplines, along with being invited to become a member of clubs, sports teams, and involved in the arts. It is also why we have brought together a highly qualified and enthusiastic faculty who are passionate and actively engaged in communicating God's truth to students through Christ-centered instruction.

Such learning and development occurs at Briarwood through a loving, grace-centered school community. Our students, knowing they belong and are loved, are able to take academics seriously while also enjoying the love of learning. Students are taught individual responsibility while also encountering problem-based learning and collaboration as they learn the value individual members offer for the good of a community.

We partner with our parents in their commitment to raising godly children, with the earnest desire to see our students fully put their hope in the Lord. We take this responsibility incredibly seriously, and we consider it our calling and our honor, to serve our Briarwood families in this manner.

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Above all, we value Christian character, godly compassion, and a life of service to God and others. Those values are evident in all we do as we disciple students through competitive athletics, the arts, academic achievements, and both local and international missions.

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About - Briarwood Christian School | Private Christian School

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About - Briarwood Christian School | Private Christian School

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We will learn how much Jesus loves each of us and that we were created with unique talents and gifts to share with others.

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We will review the alphabet in class this week.  You can practice at home, too!

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BCS PTF Information

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The Parent Teacher Fellowship, PTF, is the parent organization that seeks to serve the school, students, teachers, and families. The purpose of the PTF is to serve Christ by serving the school; to promote, enhance and enrich Christian education by providing an organized force of volunteer parents to support the mission and the programs of the school. There are two PTF boards: Lower School PTF and Upper School PTF. Each PTF is focused on serving the teachers and families at their respective campus. However, both PTF boards work closely together to serve Briarwood as a whole.

What is the mission statement of the PTF? Each PTF board member assumes specific responsibilities to support our mission.

Seek to glorify God through word and action in support of BCS.

Work to build unity in the school and community through purposeful meetings, personal interaction, and written communication that enhances the spiritual and learning environment at BCS.

Seek opportunities to support and encourage the teachers and staff at BCS through tangible actions and regular prayer.

Seek opportunities to support BCS in the community at large as a beacon of God's love and grace.

Use fundraising to help accomplish these goals and to supplement school funding in special areas of need. These areas include school materials and other classroom resources.

What does the PTF do? The PTF provides monthly Teacher Appreciation lunches to encourage our teachers and faculty, facilitates a Prayer and Mercy ministry for our school family, and contributes to the provision of Wish List items from the school such as Smart Boards, text books, technology items, and furniture for the common areas.

Each PTF also has campus specific committees which serve the school. You will receive a link to sign ups for committees on Aug 15th, 2023.

The PTF is here to support and serve you and your family. We will join together with you in prayer for your needs, help provide meals when someone is sick or recovering from surgery, or just be a source of information for you. Please let us know if we can ever be of service to you by emailing us at the following email addresses.

Lower School PTF: bcslowerschoolptf@gmail.com

Upper School PTF: bcsupperschoolptf@gmail.com

How do I help? PTF depends on each family's contribution through membership dues and active participation. The PTF accomplishes its purpose by harnessing the power of volunteers! That is YOU! There is a place for you! Almost all the committees require a small amount of your time. Whatever amount of time you have to give is greatly appreciated!

Membership Dues: The PTF is fully financed through PTF membership dues and other fundraising efforts with every penny flowing back into the school. Membership dues are paid yearly and to each specific PTF. The PTF dues are only $25 per family for each school. Your support and generosity makes it possible for the PTF to help enrich our school.

Serve on the Parent Teacher Fellowship

Fall Festival Committee - Volunteers on this committee will assist in planning, executing and promoting the Fall Festival. Areas of service include wristband fulfillment and distribution, assisting with decorations, booth set up and helping the day of the event. This is an event that requires many, many hands on deck!

Teacher Appreciation Committee - Volunteers on this committee will assist the Teacher Appreciation Chairs by providing monetary donations to help provide lunches for our staff and faculty. The committee chairs will reach out on a monthly basis to collect funds (usually via Venmo or PayPal). ANY amount donated is appreciated, whether it's $5 or $100. Participation is not required every month and only encouraged when you feel led to give. Occasionally, the committee chairs may need assistance in setup of the lunches and will contact you if they need additional help.

Lion Core Committee - Volunteers on this committee will be contacted for various opportunities throughout the year, as needs arise. This committee is a great "add-on" committee to be a part of, as you will have the ability to sign up to help in many ways.

Teacher Support Committee - Volunteers on this committee will provide assistance in the teacher workroom by making copies of schoolwork and assignments, as well as laminating documents, as requested by teachers and with the direction of the Committee Chair.

Grandparents Day Committee - Volunteers on this committee will help in executing Grandparents Day activities. Opportunities to serve include greeting our grandparent guests, assisting them throughout the building, shuttling guests from the parking lot to the school entrances, etc. This is an event that requires many, many hands on deck!

Fundraising Committee - Volunteers on this committee will have the opportunity to serve in a variety of ways throughout the year by assisting the Fundraising Chairs in executing and promoting fundraising initiatives. Fundraisers would include the annual Fall Pumpkin Patch and Spring Fern Sale where volunteers would work shifts to help set up and break down the event and to help the day run smoothly. Additionally, volunteers on this committee would assist with other fundraiser needs as they arise throughout the year.

Hospitality Committee - Volunteers on this committee would assist the Hospitality Chairs in setting up hospitality needs throughout the year, including dinner for teachers on Back to School Night, the Fall Festival volunteer breakfast, breakfast for Grandparent's Day guests, the 6th Grade Promotion Reception and other needs should they arise throughout the year.

New Family Support Committee - Volunteers on this committee would help support the Chair in welcoming new families to our school. Responsibilities would include helping to distribute New Family Welcome Boxes to the families in the summer, being a point of contact for the new families, and assisting with a New Family Social event if the school provides one.

Library Committee - Volunteers on this committee would work shifts to assist the librarians in executing their needs for the library and for interacting with the students.

Lost & Found Committee - Volunteers on this committee would help organize items and keep the area tidy and assist with returning lost items to their owners, as well as assist with preparing for the Lost & Found Sale in December and May of each year.

Prayer & Mercy - Receive prayer requests by email and are notified of any prayer walks at the school. Volunteers also provide meals or gift cards for BCS families during a time of need.

Presidents Day - Help set up, clean up, and serve lunch during this fun day for the 7th grade only. (February)

World History Day - Help set up, clean up, and serve lunch during this fun day for the 8th grade only. (March)

Junior High Social - Help chaperone, decorate, set up, and clean up at one of the three socials for the Jr High.

Sports Concessions - Help sell concessions while watching your athlete in the gym. This includes all participants in volleyball, basketball, basketball cheer, and dance team.

Teacher Appreciation - Help provide food and/or serve at the monthly luncheons for the faculty.

Fundraising - Volunteers assist with smaller fundraisers to support the school. Chairmen will plan and communicate needs.

Graduation - 11th-grade parents host the reception immediately following the graduation ceremony. You will help set up, serve and/or clean up.

Hospitality - Assist with hospitality needs during college fairs and Homecoming, as well as other events during the school year.

Merchandise - Assist with ideas, designs, and delivery of BCS merchandise sold to both the lower and upper schools.

Upper School Auction - Assist with either obtaining or delivering auction items as part of a major fundraiser.

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PTF - Briarwood Christian School | Private Christian School

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Counting Fun and Exploration with Math Manipulatives

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Counting Fun and Exploration with Math Manipulatives

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Help your child practice writing his/her name at home. Be sure to ONLY capitalize the first letter! Have fun!

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We will have fun learning our classroom routines and procedures. We will practice using our pencils, crayons, markers, glue, and scissors!

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1. Please help your child practice his/her carpool number.

2. Please remember to send a separate snack and lunch each day.

3. Please send in a pair of labeled headphones with your student.