Thank you to ALL who make this event possible! 💛
Last Monday was our final Coach ’Em Up Morning Meeting of the year. 💙 We gathered in the lobby one last time to share announcements, recite our pledge together, reflect on life lessons about being good students and even better human beings, and, of course, proudly sing our school song together.
A special thank you goes to Maggie Tepen and Mrs. Schleeper for always stepping up to lead us. Their energy, positivity, and school spirit help create so much joy in our building. They are true cheerleaders for our students and staff, and we are grateful for the enthusiasm they bring every time. Occasionally, junior high students — and even a few teachers — will jump in and help lead as well, which always makes the moment even more special.
This time, however, Smiley stepped forward. In front of his peers, he showed tremendous courage, confidence, and school spirit by taking a leadership role in the moment. That takes real character. It is never easy to put yourself out there, especially in front of classmates, but Smiley modeled the very kind of bravery and positive attitude we hope to inspire in all our students.
What a beautiful reminder that leadership does not always come from the loudest voice — sometimes it simply comes from the willingness to step forward. 💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
Congratulations to all of our promoting and graduating students — we are so proud of you and can’t wait to celebrate together! 💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
How much we appreciate our seniors!
They went all in this year and turned Brussels 42 into what felt like a full-blown working farm! We had pigs, chickens, baby goats, fish swimming in water tubs, and even a big ol’ snapping turtle that made a surprise appearance. Talk about commitment to a senior prank! 😂
But honestly, the best part wasn’t just the laughs or the chaos — it was seeing how kind and caring our seniors were with all the animals. They made sure everything was handled with care, which says a lot about these kids' hearts.
We even had a few special visitors stop by to take in the excitement. 🥰 For me, this day brought a huge smile to my face. My dad was quite the prankster, so it filled my heart with joy to see such a fun, creative, and community-spirited tradition carried on so positively.
A BIG THANK YOU to our seniors for giving us a prank that was memorable, hilarious, and enjoyable for everyone! 🎓
I had two very cute visitors stop by my office today. 😊 While I was sitting at my table, they made themselves at home at my desk and started exploring the books there.
Cal picked up I Want to Be Just Me and began “reading,” already showing early literacy skills. His big brother, Cam, naturally stepped in to guide and encourage him as a teacher would. Watching them together was such a beautiful reminder of the magic of education.
This is the good stuff. ✨
It’s amazing to think about the growth that can happen in just one year—from recognizing letters in kindergarten to reading with confidence by the end of the year.
And honestly, it made my heart so happy that out of several books on my desk, Cal chose my book. Moments like this are exactly why we do what we do. 💛
@BeJustMeConsulting #TheGoodStuff.
The GOOD STUFF…💙
This week was also dedicated to nurses, and we would be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to give a huge THANK YOU to our very own school nurse, Mrs. Sarah Schleeper! ❤️
Mrs. Schleeper does an incredible job caring for our students every day. Whether she’s handing out ice packs, calming nerves, offering encouragement, or somehow keeping everyone healthy and moving forward, she does it all with compassion, patience, and a smile.
But as many of you know, “school nurse” is only one of the many hats she wears. She’s also a listener, problem-solver, cheerleader, counselor, organizer, and apparently… a pretty convincing 90s rockstar too! 🎸
We are so grateful for the care, kindness, humor, and heart she brings to our school community every single day. We also want to give a shout-out to Mrs. Ashley Affholder, who is also an amazing caregiver for our students! So, to Mrs. Schleeper and Mrs. Affholder, thank you for everything you do in every way for students and staff.
We appreciate you and ALL nurses everywhere more than words can say! 💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
A sincere thank you to our amazing PTO for the continued support you provide to our students, staff, and school community throughout the year.
Because of your hard work and generosity, the PTO has helped sponsor, support, and fund so many meaningful activities and opportunities, including:
Senior Trip
8th Grade Escape Room
Staff Meals
Driver Reimbursements
Senior Signs
Quarter Auction
Valentine Grams
Basket Raffle
Alumni Night
Book Fair
Staff Appreciation Week
Graduation Activities
In addition, the PTO coordinated beautification days that added curb appeal and helped enhance our facilities and grounds.
Because of your dedication, our students are able to experience enriching learning opportunities, field trips, meal outings, celebrations, and special activities that create lasting memories and strengthen our school community.
We truly appreciate the time, effort, and heart you pour into supporting our school. Thank you for making such a HUGE difference!💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
Okay, technically there’s a designated “week” for celebrating administrative professionals… but let’s be honest — the job they do deserves a standing ovation ALL year long! 👏🏻
Somehow, they keep the phones answered, the paperwork handled, the schedules straight, the bus routes organized, and every report submitted on time… all while managing the daily chaos with grace, patience, and probably a little caffeine. 😅
A HUGE thank you to Miss Yvonne and Miss Hallie for everything they do to keep our district moving and grooving in the right direction every single day. Their hard work, organization, positivity, and ability to perform miracles before lunch do not go unnoticed! Whoop! 🙌🏻
Let’s face it — without them, half of us would be late, lost, missing paperwork, and wondering why the copier is flashing mysterious error codes again. 😉
They are both absolutely awesome — period!
#TogetherWeRise #SmallButMighty
For those questioning whether the hairstyles in our window pics were actually authentic 90’s fashion statements… well, the evidence has arrived. And honestly? The resemblance is almost suspiciously accurate, especially in the case of Miss Cindy, whose hair appears to have been personally styled by a combination of Aqua Net, humidity, and pure 1990’s confidence. 🙌🏻
Pretty spot on, if we do say so ourselves. 😉
#90shair
Thanks so much, Traci Lynn and One Fine Sign, for your kindness and generosity! Our seniors were deeply appreciative of your sweet gift!
We are sending BIG TIME GRATITUDE YOUR WAY!! You’re a gem!! 💎
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
We had a pretty sweet afternoon celebrating our Seniors!
Our eight seniors had the opportunity to introduce themselves to the entire student body and share their accomplishments and accolades. Mrs. Hartle did an incredible job highlighting each student and recognizing what makes them special.
One of the most meaningful parts of the afternoon was hearing the advice our seniors shared with younger students. Their messages were simple and honest:
* Take advantage of activities and opportunities while you can.
* Get your homework done and turn it in on time.
* Have fun and enjoy the journey.
It really is that simple.
The afternoon was filled with pride, gratitude, and reflection. Our seniors represented themselves with humility, kindness, and character, and we couldn’t be more proud of them. 💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
Brussels Springfest, sponsored by the National Honor Society members, delivered a full day of fun, food, and friendly competition! 🥇 From burgers (thanks, Mady!) and fries (shoutout to Camryn!) to intense rounds of musical chairs, a cracker-eating contest championed by Thor, and spirited volleyball games, there was something for everyone! The ultimate victory went to the BIG DOGS—the seniors—who brought the energy and claimed the win! A special thank you to Levi, who was the first to arrive and lend a hand (on his birthday, no less!)! And of course, none of this would be possible without our rockstar coordinator, Mrs. Johnes, whose leadership made the day unforgettable!! BIG THANKS to ALL WHO PLAYED A PART! 💙
#togetherwerise #smallbutmighty
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