Blackland Prairie Leadership Academy - Round Rock ISD
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A Note from the Principal

Hello, Blackland Prairie Families,

This week, our students focused on Habit 5. This habit is all about "listening with your ears, eyes, and heart." It teaches us to listen to others' ideas and feelings without interrupting, helping us see things from their point of view.

Next time your child is sharing something with you, try practicing "Empathic Listening." Encourage them to explain their full thought before you respond, or ask them, "Can you tell me more about how that made you feel?" Modeling this patience helps them build stronger, more respectful relationships.

Our Canned Food Drive was a massive success! Thanks to your incredible donations, we were able to completely fill the back of a pickup truck to support our local food bank before winter break.

To celebrate hitting our goal, the administration team spent the day dressed as Minions! The students had a blast seeing us in our yellow gear. A special shout-out goes to our 3rd Graders, who won the grade-level competition by bringing in the most donations. They enjoyed a well-deserved popsicle to celebrate their hard work and big hearts!

We want to extend a huge "thank you" to our Wildcat DADS (Dads of Awesome Daughters and Sons). These volunteers were on campus today, teaching a special lesson to our second graders. Our students always light up when they see positive male role models in the classroom, and we truly appreciate you giving your time to our school.

As we prepare for the upcoming cold weather, please remember:

If your family needs assistance with winter coats or other resources, please reach out to our front office. We are here to help.

Please keep a close eye on all Round Rock ISD communication channels. Should the weather require any schedule shifts next week, updates will be sent via phone, email, text, and official social media pages.

Stay warm and have a wonderful weekend!

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

Did You Know?

Did you know that in the book Teacher Believed in Me by David K. Hatch and Muriel T. Summers, students share how teachers helped them see what they could become, not just who they were in the moment. By believing in students and helping them set clear goals, teachers provided a vision for the future and the confidence needed to work toward it.

At Blackland Prairie, we support Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind by:

-Teaching students how to set academic and personal goals

-Helping students track their progress and reflect on their growth

-Encouraging students to see challenges as steps toward long-term success

When students understand their goals and believe they can achieve them, they become more motivated, focused, and confident learners. Habit 2 helps students take ownership of their future, one goal at a time.

New This Week

Tuesday, January 27th, BPE 5th-grade students (only) will take a field trip to RVMS. Students need to complete a field trip form prior to this visit.

 

Tuesday, January 27th, from 6-7:30 PM at Ridgeview Middle School is the  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.

 

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.

 

 

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.

 

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. 

 

PreK

Sarcasm 101: A Parent's Quick Guide to Turning "Sass" into Social Skills

Link to One Pager for Parent Reference displayed in video below.  The video explains ways to help support your child when they start to use sarcasm in their daily lives.  

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Coming Up

January 27th- 3rd and 4th Grades Math STAAR Interim

January 25th - 5th Grade visit to RMS

January 27th- 5th Grade Transition Night for Families at RVMH

January 28th- 5th Grade Math STAAR Interim

February 4th- Counselor Day - Wear something warm & fuzzy or bring a small stuffed animal

Fabruary 9th to 13th- Kindness week

February 12th- Crossing Guard Day

February 12th- RVMS Parent Info Night at RVMS

February 13th- Classroom Parties

February 16th- Student & Staff Holiday

February 17th- Student Holiday

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Website: https://blacklandprairie.roundrockisd.org/

Location: 2005 Via Sonoma Trail, Round Rock, Texas 78664

Phone: 512-424-8600

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