Brush School District

A health reminder from the district nurse. Several illnesses are currently present in our community. Handwashing, covering cough/sneeze, and washing outer garments are strong preventatives. You must be free from vomiting, diarrhea, or fever for at least 24 hours without medication prior to returning to school/work.

Information regarding the 2025 School Election Seminar!

Important notice regarding parent teacher conferences at Brush Secondary Campus!

Join us in celebrating School Board Recognition Month! 🎉 Our dedicated school board members volunteer countless hours to ensure every student receives a quality education. Through their leadership and commitment, they help shape the future of our schools and community. Thank you to our board members for: - Making thoughtful decisions that put students first - Attending meetings, workshops, and school events - Building partnerships between our schools and community - Advocating for public education - Working tirelessly to support student achievement We're grateful for your service and dedication to our students' success! 📚 Paul Chard, Board President Lacy Garrett, Board Vice President Bryson Miller, Treasurer Brad Mortensen, Board Member Brandy Hansen, Board Member Shawn Tadolini, Board Member Derek Windsheimer, Board Member #SchoolBoardAppreciation #ThankYou #BrushSchoolDistrict

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Our Brush School District family mourns the loss of Susan Balderston, who passed away December 7. Susan brought warmth and dedication to her role as a paraprofessional since 2012. Join us in celebrating her life on Saturday, December 28, at 10 AM in the Brush Secondary Campus Auditorium. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to High Plains Honor Flight, an organization close to Susan's heart. Visit www.highplainshonorflight.org or mail to P.O. Box 363, Ault, CO 80610. Our thoughts are with Susan's family, including her daughters Natosha and Nicole, and her four grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by students, staff, and our entire community. The link to Ms. Balderston's obituary is below: https://www.heermortuary.com/obituary/susan-balderston

The Brush School District Quarter 2 newsletter is now available!

Our next District Accountability Advisory Committee (DAAC) meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, at 5:30 pm in the District Office Board Room. Key agenda items include: * Review and finalization of 2024-2025 DAAC goals * Selection of DAAC Budget Subcommittee members * Discussion of BSD Assessment System & Policies * Review of District Strategic Plan focusing on: Retention & Recruitment Plan & Communication Plan The complete agenda can be accessed here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rZzM4dTqYCppL5a-nzuoLrB8abVAOoAQ6AyqxHNY7TM/edit?usp=sharing Your input on these important matters is valuable as we work together to support our district's continuous improvement. We hope to see you there!

Brush School District Early Release 11/06/2024

Current Job Openings: * Director of Human Resources * District Administrative Assistant * Special Education Teachers (Elementary & Secondary) * Bus Drivers * Child Care Specialists * Substitute Teachers ($180/day for certified teachers *EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS PACKAGE:* ✦Four-Day Work Week (Fridays Off!) Holidays and School Breaks ✦ Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive Salary PERA Retirement Program Quality Medical Coverage Vitality Health & Wellness Platform Free Athletic/Activity Passes to All BSD Events ✦ Family-Friendly Benefits: 50% Discount on Little Beets Childcare FREE Thomson Primary School Preschool for Staff Children Supportive Work Environment Apply TODAY at https://www.applitrack.com/brush/onlineapp/

CONGRATULATIONS to Sheila Bostrom & Kelli Miller! They are Thomson Primary's Employees of the Month for September!

CONGRATULATIONS to Michelle Sooter & Aubrey Klein! They are the TPS Preschool Employees of the Month for September!

Due to predicted severe high winds, Brush Schools will not be running any bus transportation routes this afternoon, September 17, 2024. Please make alternative arrangements for your student's transportation home.

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of John Gotto, a cherished member of the Brush School District family. Over the years, Mr. Gotto touched countless lives in our community, serving as an Assistant Superintendent, Principal, Teacher, and Coach with unwavering dedication and passion. Mr Gotto's commitment to our students, staff, and families has left an indelible mark on our district. Their legacy is one of excellence, compassion, and tireless service. We are grateful for the many ways he helped shape the lives of our students and staff and for the profound impact they had on all who knew them. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gotto family during this difficult time. As we come together to mourn this tremendous loss, we also celebrate the extraordinary life Mr. Gotto led and the many contributions they made to our community. We encourage everyone to support one another as we remember and honor John Gotto's remarkable life. Sincerely, Marsha Cody Superintendent, Brush School District

Dear Brush Students, Staff, Families, and Community, Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding as we managed the flooding and electrical outages caused by last night’s storm. We plan to have school tomorrow, Wednesday, August 14, 2024, as long as the electricity remains stable and the weather cooperates. In preparation for tonight’s forecast, we have taken precautionary measures by sandbagging key areas of concern. Additionally, we have refined our communication processes based on what we learned from this morning’s situation. Moving forward, our goal is to communicate any school closure needs by 6:30 a.m. I am incredibly proud and grateful for the efforts of the Brush School District staff, the City of Brush, and the entire Brush community. Thank you to everyone who assisted with cleanup, supported our students, and prepared for tonight's storm. I’m proud to be a Beetdigger! Kind regards, Marsha Cody Superintendent

Regular route buses will pick up students from Brush Secondary Campus (BSC) at 10 am and take students home. Please contact your regular Bus Driver if you need to make other arrangements.

Due to the lack of electricity and severe flooding, we are canceling school for all Brush School District schools today, Tuesday, August 13, 2024. If your child was bussed to Brush Secondary Campus this morning, please make arrangements to pick up your child by 10 am. Non-mandatory sport practices will take place at the secondary campus. We will give a status update by 5:00 pm today.

We have almost 50 staff members who are alumni of Brush High School! Thank you for coming back to serve and inspire the next generation of Brush Beetdiggers!

A memorial service for Christi Boettcher will be held at the Brush Church of the Nazarene located at 26150 US Hwy 34 west of Brush, Colorado on Thursday, July 25, at 10:30 A.M. Rowanoak Mortuary in Fort Morgan is assisting with funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brush Church of the Nazarene building fund in memory of Christi Boettcher. The service will be live streamed on youtube@brush Nazarene8718. There will be a lunch after the service at Riverside Event Center at 19201 Co Rd 24.

We are hiring! We have the following openings: * 2nd grade teacher * 3rd grade teacher * Elementary special education teacher * HS English teacher * Special Education paraprofessional Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/brush/onlineapp/