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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
11.24.25

Ryan Elementary Monthly School Update: November

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In this edition:
November Students of the Month: Ellianna Miller, Emmett Bir, Saileanna Knipp
Honor Roll
March of the Vikings Success
Mileage Club Goal Achievements
Healthy School Guidelines at Ryan
Healthy Lunch and Snack Ideas
4th & 5th Grade Ski Pass Opportunity
Future Dates

5 months ago, Jessica Bucklin
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MARCH OF THE VIKINGS RESULTS

We have the final results for the March of the Vikings Fundraiser. We reached our building goal, so Alligator Sanctuary will be here to visit us next Tuesday.

BHS All‑Sports Pass
NCG Movie Pass
Alligator Sanctuary Pass
Children’s Museum Pass
Air Zoo Pass
Trine Athletic Events Pass
Adventure Zone Pass


A heartfelt thank you to all of our prize sponsors for making these rewards possible.

Our March of the Vikings Top Earners:
Gavin Laurie
Emmett Sturgeon
Karter Stansberry
Ivan Mason
Ayva Maddox
Landon Bird
Caitlyn Wisman
Wyatt Sommers
Dawson Hurd
Jaxson Guthrie


We have ordered our custom March of the Vikings shirts for everyone who raised $25. When the shirts come in, we will hand out those as well as a prize from the prize bin for everyone who raised at least $10.

Our Varsity Club will be here for lunch on Monday to eat with our top runners.

Thank you for all of your support!! Our students are already planning out so many fun activities and items for our students to enjoy.

5 months ago, Jessica Bucklin
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Today is Substitute Teacher Appreciation Day!

Today, we celebrate the amazing substitute teachers who step in, step up, and make a difference every single day. Their flexibility, patience, and dedication help keep learning going strong for our students!

A very special shout-out to our district subs: Brent Bloom, Mary Ann Grate, Melissa Herman, Dawn Huff, Lisa Kubel, and Tony Myers. These individuals dedicate their time exclusively to supporting the students of Bronson Community Schools. We’re so grateful for all you do!

If you or someone you know is interested in being a substitute teacher in Bronson, visit: https://www.edustaff.org

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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Congratulations to Ryan Elementary's November Students of the Month

3rd Grade- Ellianna Miller

Not only is Ellie Miller an example of a great student, she is a wonderful person. Ellie gives 100% every day, no matter what is asked of her. She follows classroom procedures, helps other students, and participates with enthusiasm. When she sees something that needs to be taken care of in the room, she does it, whether it's putting things away, cleaning the floor, or loaning someone a pencil. Ellie does an especially good job of looking out for me, offering me hugs and extra smiles whenever she sees that I need them. We are all blessed to have her in our classroom this year.


4th Grade- Emmett Bir

Emmett Bir is very proactive. He consistently does the right thing. He has great synergy. He gets along with whoever he is grouped with in class. He puts first things first and completes his assignments without being reminded. He has great determination to do great things. He works hard in the classroom to push himself to learn new things. He also shows determination at recess by pushing himself to run laps and leads the school in mileage club.


5th Grade- Sailenna Knipp

Saileanna works hard, helps without being asked, and is kind to her classmates. I have seen maturity, and all her hard work is paying off! Keep up the good work, Saileanna!

Thank you, Smitty's Pizza, for sponsoring our Students of the Month!



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5 months ago, Ryan Elementary School
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Take a Hike for Health!

November 17th is National Hiking Day! Hiking is great exercise and being outdoors allows you to get away from electronics and appreciate nature’s beauty and wonder. Plus, the constant movement allows an outlet that helps our minds focus on solving the problems. Hiking also makes you happy! The hormones your body gets during physical activity help fight off anxiety, prevent loneliness and depression, and improve your mood. Hiking is for all ages making it a great opportunity to spend time with family actively!

Check out BHC’s parent tip sheets:

Move More-
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VcUVKgPmK7lbQ-B6oCxVCiLmrbxYXr_a/view

Screen Time- https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OiSgTW0i5KSScwVyiHl537J7OTvnya-O/view
5 months ago, Jessica Bucklin
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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
11.16.25
Branch County Food Resources
5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
Food Resources
Fresh Food Initiative happening tomorrow at Chicago Street School!

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
FFI November
Have a question or concern, but you're not sure who to call? Starting with the person most directly involved helps ensure your concern is addressed efficiently and accurately. If an issue isn’t resolved at the first level, you’ll see who to contact next in the sequence on this interactive resource: https://aptg.co/gsknpn

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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Click here for the November 2025 District Update: https://secure.smore.com/n/mkv6j

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
11/25
BCS Families:

We want to hear from you! If you haven’t yet, please take a few minutes to complete the survey for each building attended by your student(s):

Anderson: www.tinyurl.com/andfam2025
Ryan: www.tinyurl.com/ryanfam2025
Jr/Sr High: www.tinyurl.com/jshfam2025

Surveys will close on Friday, November 7th.

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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REMINDER - Half Day Wednesday, November 5th!

Lunches will be served in all buildings.

Dismissal Times:
- Jr/Sr High - 11:20 am
- Ryan - 11:30 am
- Anderson - 11:35 am

PM BACC students will attend the Career Center during their normal time and transportation will be provided for those who need it.

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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
11/5
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5 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
11.2.25
UPDATED - Please watch our informational video about the BCS November 2025 Bond Proposal here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YR7xCgmjVk

This video and more information can be found on our social media pages and the bond proposal website: www.bcs-bond2025.com

*Paid for by Bronson Community Schools* - 501 E. Chicago St., Bronson, MI 49028*
6 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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We have another wonderful announcement to share with all of you. We get to celebrate another amazing teacher here at Ryan Elementary, Mrs. Lutz.

Mrs. Lutz was selected to receive the Amazing Teacher Award through the Sturgis Journal. Not only did Mrs. Lutz. receive the local award she was then submitted as the local representative and moved on to Nationals and won.

Mrs. Lutz grew up with ADHD, making school sometimes hard, which drove her to want to be a teacher and help others. Mrs. Lutz loves the moment when concepts finally click with students and she sees her students' faces light up.

We are so lucky to have her in our building here at Ryan Elementary. Let’s all congratulate Mrs. Lutz on this amazing award!!

6 months ago, Jessica Bucklin
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Let's Celebrate!!! Today, we’re so excited to celebrate someone very special here at Ryan Elementary School. Mrs. Karan Norton! We are proud to share that Mrs. Norton has been selected as the very first Bronson recipient of the Inclusion and Belonging Recognition Award for Branch County, given out by Parent Advisory Committee. She was nominated and chosen as the October recipient for consistently going above and beyond her responsibilities to support her coworkers and students. Mrs. Norton is a tireless advocate for inclusion, teamwork, and compassion — and her impact reaches far beyond her classroom. Mrs. Norton doesn’t just teach lessons; she builds connections, welcomes new ideas, and finds ways for every student to shine. When she meets a challenge, she looks for ways to grow and learn so she can help her students succeed. She shows us all what it means to be kind, patient, and understanding. Because of Mrs. Norton, classrooms at Ryan Elementary are more inclusive and welcoming — places where everyone has a voice, and everyone matters. Please join me celebrating Mrs. Karan Norton, for helping make Ryan Elementary School a place where we all belong! 👏 #GDTBABV
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BCS Families:

We want to hear from you!

If you haven’t yet, please take a few minutes to complete the survey for each building attended by your student(s):

Anderson: www.tinyurl.com/andfam2025
Ryan: www.tinyurl.com/ryanfam2025
Jr/Sr High: www.tinyurl.com/jshfam2025

Surveys will close on Friday, November 7th.

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6 months ago, Bronson Community Schools
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Reminder: Ryan Elementary will have a Spirit Day:

Better Together Dress up Day- on October 31st.

Students can get with friends or siblings and dress as Twins, Duos, or as a Group. Also, I will be Cruella Deville if any student wants to be a part of my group and be a dalmation or dog catchers. Students can also dress in black or orange for Halloween.

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