Blackland Prairie Leadership Academy - Round Rock ISD

Four circular badges showing certifications: HRS Level 1 Certified in blue, Level 2 Certified in yellow, Level 3 Certified in green, and a gold Leader in Me Lighthouse School seal.

A Note from the Principal

Hello, Blackland Prairie Families,

This week, our school-wide focus was Habit 6: Synergize. Synergy is the "together is better" habit. It's the idea that when two or more people work together to create a solution, it is often much better than what either could have thought of alone. Family Collaboration: Try a "synergy" project this weekend, like cooking a meal together or organizing a room. Talk about how much faster and better the job gets done when everyone contributes their unique strengths! Creative Problem Solving: When a disagreement arises, ask, "What is a third way we haven't thought of yet?" to find a solution that works for everyone.

We had an absolute blast at our Habit Rally today, led by our incredible 3rd Graders! They did a fantastic job teaching the entire school about Habit 4: Think Win-Win, reminding us that we can all be successful together. The energy was electric, and the 3rd Graders truly brought the thunder; they officially won the Spirit Stick for showing the most school spirit! Congratulations to our 3rd-grade leaders for setting such a great example.

Tomorrow is a big day for our UIL Teams! These students have shown incredible commitment, practicing after school to sharpen their skills. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication. Now is your time to shine! We are cheering you on and looking forward to seeing you bring home 1st place once again. Go Wildcats!

Next Wednesday, we celebrate our wonderful school counselor, Mrs. Kahle! She does so much to support our students' hearts and minds, and we want to show her how much she is appreciated. To honor her, we invite all students to dress in their "Warm and Fuzzy" attire (think cozy sweaters, fleece, or fuzzy socks) to represent the "warm and fuzzies" Mrs. Kahle gives our school community every day!

As always, stay safe and take care out on the Prairie!

Did You Know?

Did you know that in Teacher Believed in Me by David K. Hatch and Muriel T. Summers, students describe how teachers helped them stay focused on their goals by encouraging strong habits, organization, and perseverance. When teachers believed students could be successful, they also helped them learn how to prioritize their learning and make choices that supported their future.

At Blackland Prairie, we support Habit 3 by:

-Teaching students how to manage their time and responsibilities

-Helping students stay focused on learning goals and important tasks

-Encouraging students to build strong work habits and perseverance

When students learn how to prioritize what is most important, they become more independent, confident, and successful learners. Habit 3 helps students build the skills they need for success in school and in life.

New This Week

Wednesday, February 4th, is National Counselor Day. Students are invited to wear something warm and fuzzy or bring a small stuffed animal.

We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Valentine’s Day parties on February 13, 2026! Please sign up HERE if you plan to attend.

February 2nd from 6-7:30 PM @ RMS ~ Fine Arts & Elective Information Night Incoming 6th graders will have the opportunity to learn more about PE/Pre-Athletics, Choir, Band, Theatre, Orchestra, Dance, LOTE, and CTE classes offered at RMS

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

February 4th ~ RMS counselors will visit with BPE Students (only) @ BPE during the school day. Counselors will visit 5th grade classrooms to present information about RMS and course selections.

February 12th from 6-7 PM @ BPE ~ RMS hosts Parent Information Session . RMS Counselors will provide a Q&A session to answer parent questions.

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.