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 students focused on Habit #4: Think Win-Win. This habit encourages students to look for solutions where everyone can be successful. It helps them learn to collaborate, share ideas, and celebrate the success of others. Families can support this habit at home by talking with your child about ways to solve problems so that everyone feels respected and valued. For example, when disagreements arise, you might ask questions like, “What would a win for both of you look like?” or “How can you solve this in a way that helps everyone?” These conversations help children practice empathy, compromise, and teamwork.

Students also enjoyed participating in DEAL (Drop Everything and Lead) groups this morning. DEAL groups give students the opportunity to choose a group based on something that interests them and spend time learning and leading alongside peers who share that interest. These experiences empower students with voice and choice while also allowing our staff to share passions beyond academic content. It is always a highlight for both students and teachers!

As we close out the 3rd nine weeks, we are proud of the hard work our students and staff have put in and are looking forward to a strong finish as we head into the 4th nine weeks. April will bring STAAR testing for our eligible grade levels, and we want to keep the momentum going strong. One way families can support this is by talking with your child about the goals they are tracking in class. Ask them what they are working toward and how they may be adjusting their strategies to ensure they reach their goals by the end of the year. These conversations help students stay focused and take ownership of their learning.

We are also excited about the upcoming PTA Carnival on March 27! This is always a wonderful community event filled with fun and connection for our Blackland Prairie families. We hope to see many of you there as we celebrate together and continue building the strong community that makes our school so special.

We wish all of our families a restful and fun Spring Break and look forward to seeing everyone back on the Prairie on Monday, March 23rd. Thank you for your continued partnership.

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

Did You Know?

Did you know Leadership Day is coming up on May 8th at Blackland Prairie! This special day gives our students the opportunity to lead and showcase the leadership skills they are developing on the Prairie. Students will share their individual celebrations and highlight the growth they’ve made toward their personal goals. It’s a wonderful way for families to see firsthand how our Wildcats are learning to take initiative, set goals, and inspire others. Mark your calendars! You won’t want to miss this special day of student leadership!

New This Week

Wildcat Kinder and Pre-K DADS Day (TEKS) - March 27th, 2026. This is an excellent chance for Dads of students to come in and teach a lesson to their students' classroom! Please sign up at this LINK to let us know you're coming! We look forward to seeing you there! All volunteers must have an approved RRISD Volunteer Application on file to participate. Please fill one out at https://partners.roundrockisd.org/volunteer/

Mark your calendars for the annual BPE Carnival! Join us on March 27th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM for an evening of fun, laughter, and community spirit. The carnival is one of our most special traditions—and our biggest fundraiser of the year—so every ticket purchased helps support our students and school programs! Get a head start by purchasing your wristbands, concessions, and raffle tickets today at bpewildcats.givebacks.com/shop. Our Silent Auction is also in full swing! Right now, we have 184 items up for bid. You could get a massage from Viva Day Spa, a ride to school in a firetruck, Austin FC tickets, and more!

PTA is calling All Kinder & 5th Grade Parents! We’re gearing up for our Promotion Ceremonies and need a few helping hands to make these milestones extra special! If you’re a Kindergarten or 5th-grade parent and would like to serve on the Promotion Ceremony Committee, PTA would love your support. Interested? Please reach out at BPEpromotionceremonies2026@gmail.com to get involved. Let’s make this celebration unforgettable for our Wildcats!

The library is currently in need of Parent Volunteers to help check-in books and re-shelve books during the weekday mornings from 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at the link below. Thank you! Volunteer Sign-Up Link: https://signup.com/go/ZXHUksu All volunteers must have an approved RRISD Volunteer Application on file with the District. You can become an approved volunteer at: https://partners.roundrockisd.org/volunteer/ Thank you so much for helping spread the word and supporting the BPE library!

STAAR TESTING INFORMATION 2025-2026

All 3rd and 5th grade students will take the STAAR test on the following dates. Please ensure your child arrives no later than 7:35 AM on testing days. School opens at 7:10 AM.

Testing Dates

April 7 – 3rd & 4th Grade RLA

April 8 – 5th Grade RLA

April 9 – RLA Make-Ups

April 14 – 5th Grade Science

April 16 – Science Make-Ups

April 21 – 3rd & 4th Grade Math

April 22 – 5th Grade Math

April 23 – Math Make-Ups

For more detailed information about STAAR testing, please click here to view the STAAR Parent Letter 2025–2026.

Snack Guidelines and Support

In the video below, we are asking our families to support our snack guidelines for the school day. Students should have 1 snack per designated snack time (AM and PM) with only water in water bottles. NO JUICE. Thank you for supporting a clean and healthy environment for all of our students.