A Note from the Principal
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Hello, Blackland Prairie Families,
This week, our students focused on Habit 8: Find Your Voice and Inspire Others to Find Theirs. We had meaningful conversations about discovering what makes each of us unique, our strengths, passions, and leadership abilities, and using those gifts to make a positive impact. Families can continue this conversation at home by asking your child what they feel confident about, what excites them, and how they can use their voice to help or encourage others.
Last night, we hosted our 5th grade information night as families prepare for the exciting transition to Ridgeview Middle School. While this time of year brings excitement and new beginnings, it can also feel a little bittersweet knowing some of our Prairie families will soon move on to their next chapter. We are committed to making the most of these final months together and celebrating every moment.
It was also wonderful to see so many families on campus today for our grade-level Valentine’s Day parties. Events like these remind us how special our school community truly is.
Looking ahead, we are getting excited for the Whiskers Fun Run, sponsored by our amazing PTA! This event adds extra fun to PE with obstacle courses and the opportunity for students to run alongside Whiskers, our beloved mascot. It is always a highlight and sure to be an exciting day for everyone involved.
We hope your family enjoys a restful long weekend. There will be no school for students on Monday and Tuesday. Staff will be off on Monday and engaged in professional development on Tuesday as we continue working to serve our students well. As always, stay safe and take care out on the Prairie! |
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Did you know that in the book Teacher Believed in Me by
David K. Hatch and Muriel T. Summers, students share how powerful it was when teachers truly listened to them. Feeling heard and understood helped students build confidence, take academic risks, and believe that their voice mattered. When teachers took time to understand their students, strong relationships were formed, and those relationships became the foundation for growth.
At Blackland Prairie, we support Habit 5 by: -Teaching students how to listen with empathy and respect -Creating classroom spaces where student voices are valued -Encouraging thoughtful communication between students, staff, and families
When students feel understood, they are more willing to engage, collaborate, and persevere. Habit 5 helps students develop empathy, strengthen relationships, and build leadership skills that extend far beyond the classroom. |
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Please remember that February 16th is a Student & Staff Holiday, and February 17th is a Student Holiday. Classes will resume on Wednesday. Enjoy the long weekend!
Wildcat Dads, don’t forget! Wildcat Dad Teaching Day for 1st Grade is coming up on February 20, 2026. There’s still time to join us! If you haven’t signed up yet, you can still register using this link. We would love to have you participate in this special day. It’s a wonderful opportunity to be part of your child’s classroom experience and create lasting memories together!
Check out the amazing work our 1st graders are doing to make a difference in our community! We are incredibly proud of the leadership, kindness, and responsibility they demonstrated. Click this link to view the project and see their incredible work in action!
Save the date for our STEAM Fest on March 5th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM! Come explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math! We’ll have fun hands-on activities, exciting experiments, and creative challenges for everyone in the BPE Gym and Cafeteria! STEAM Fest 2026 Guide. If your child will be completing a science project, please sign up on this form: 2026 STEAM Fest Registration3
Whiskers Fun Run is BACK! Join us on February 27th as all BPE students participate during Specials in this high-energy, 100% FUN event! Students will run, jump, crawl, and bounce their way through an action-packed obstacle course. Closed-toe shoes are recommended so everyone can move safely and confidently. Volunteers needed! Sign up to be a part of the fun and help make this event a huge success!
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5th to 6th Grade Transition Information |
Below you will find important dates and times for upcoming transition events from Blackland Prairie Elementary to Ridgeview Middle School.
TBD ~ Students (only) take a field trip to RMS Students need to complete a field trip form prior to this visit
Choice Sheets (where students select electives) Choice sheets are live from January 30th until 4 PM on February 20th. The timing of choice sheet submissions is NOT a deciding factor in course selection. Please note, that information meetings are on the 4th of February for students and the 12th of February for parents. Students that have not submitted a course sheet by 4 PM on February 20th will make selections with the counselor. Course sheets will be emailed to the student’s email address and must be completed while logged into a RRISD account. Your student will need their student ID (s#) and password.
Band/Orchestra Placement
Students will have an opportunity to try out instruments in the band/orchestra April 10-11. Time slots will be available for families to sign up during the January Fine Arts & Elective Information Night. |
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2024 Bond Information and Update- Roofing Project |
In the video below gives a brief description of our upcoming roofing project outlined here from our district website from the 2024 Bond election. Projected start time end of March. |
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February 16th- Student & Staff Holiday February 17th- Student Holiday February 20th - Wildcat Dads Teaching Day 1st Grade February 27th - Whiskers Fun Run March 2nd to 6th - Spring Book Fair March 5th STEAM Fest & Art Expo 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm |
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