Education Go Get It Week: Back to the Future!
Get ready to travel through time! Next week, September 29 - October 3, is Education Go Get It Week. To celebrate learning and innovation, we will have "Back to the Future" themed dress-up days. We encourage all students to participate.
Monday, Sep. 29: Stone Age
Tuesday, Sep. 30: 1970s
Wednesday, Oct. 1: 1990s
Thursday, Oct. 2: Y2K (2000s)
Friday, Oct. 3: The Future
We look forward to seeing everyone's creative outfits on the Prairie!
Get ready to travel through time! Next week, September 29 - October 3, is Education Go Get It Week. To celebrate learning and innovation, we will have "Back to the Future" themed dress-up days. We encourage all students to participate.
Monday, Sep. 29: Stone Age
Tuesday, Sep. 30: 1970s
Wednesday, Oct. 1: 1990s
Thursday, Oct. 2: Y2K (2000s)
Friday, Oct. 3: The Future
We look forward to seeing everyone's creative outfits on the Prairie!

Today is the FINAL day of the Wildcats Together fundraiser and we’ve raised $26,600 of our $28,180 goal! Thank you for your generosity! Would you consider helping us reach 100%? Donate at: bpewildcats.givebacks.com/shop
Our staff is diving into a professional development session on effective math instruction. We are connecting this learning directly to our campus WIG (Wildly Important Goal) for the year. We look forward to implementing these new strategies to help all our students succeed in math.


Don’t forget! Book Fair runs October 6th-10th. Create a Book Fair eWallet for your child NOW so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds!
Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/blacklandprairieelemsch
Start here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/blacklandprairieelemsch

We hope all of our Wildcats are having a great week! Here are a few highlights from the latest Wildcat Weekly.
No school for students on Monday, September 22, and Tuesday, September 23, for staff professional learning.
Lunch with a Loved One/Grandparent is on Tuesday, October 7. Remember to pre-register by Monday, September 29.
The Fall Book Fair will be held from October 6 to October 10. Volunteer sign-ups are available.
Our International Fair is on Thursday, October 9.
The Wildcat DADS program is a unique opportunity for dads and father figures to get involved on campus.
Click the link below for all the details and more: https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-september-22nd-2025
On Friday, October 3rd, we'll be having a Wildcat Dads Teaching Day for our 5th Graders! This is a really fun day where you can come and teach a lesson to students in your child's classroom!
If interested, please sign up to volunteer here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/126877686013#/invitation
If interested, please sign up to volunteer here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/126877686013#/invitation

Join Our Team! Now Hiring!
We are looking for a positive, student-centered educational assistant to support our emergent bilingual students as they learn English and grow in confidence. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and success every day!
Position: EAII-Bilingual
Apply today by clicking the link below!
https://ess.roundrockisd.org/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=6835&sreq=6&form=NONX&desc=EDUCATIONAL%20ASSISTANT%20II%20-%20BILINGUAL
We are looking for a positive, student-centered educational assistant to support our emergent bilingual students as they learn English and grow in confidence. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and success every day!
Position: EAII-Bilingual
Apply today by clicking the link below!
https://ess.roundrockisd.org/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=6835&sreq=6&form=NONX&desc=EDUCATIONAL%20ASSISTANT%20II%20-%20BILINGUAL

Our PTA is hosting a movie night TONIGHT Friday, September 12 at 5:30 PM. Bring your blankets and join us for a fun night of popcorn and movies. We hope to see you there.

Mark your calendars, Wildcats! Our school wide WIG Day is coming up on Friday, September 26th.
WIG stands for Wildly Important Goal, and this is a fun day for us to celebrate our campus goals together. We invite all students to participate by wearing a fun or crazy wig to school. We cannot wait to see all the creative styles on the Prairie!
WIG stands for Wildly Important Goal, and this is a fun day for us to celebrate our campus goals together. We invite all students to participate by wearing a fun or crazy wig to school. We cannot wait to see all the creative styles on the Prairie!

Get ready for our annual Donuts with Dudes event! We invite our Wildcats to bring their dad, grandpa, uncle, or another important loved one to enjoy a treat before school starts.
Date: Friday, September 19
Time: 7:00 AM to 7:40 AM
Location: Blacktop basketball court in the back of the school
Come enjoy a donut and coffee to start your day!
This wonderful event is powered by our volunteers. If you are available to help, please consider signing up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/8014148300116/false#/invitation
We can't wait to see you there!
Date: Friday, September 19
Time: 7:00 AM to 7:40 AM
Location: Blacktop basketball court in the back of the school
Come enjoy a donut and coffee to start your day!
This wonderful event is powered by our volunteers. If you are available to help, please consider signing up here: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/8014148300116/false#/invitation
We can't wait to see you there!

Blackland Prairie Elementary is excited to host a Family Movie Night for our students and their families. This is a wonderful community event and a great way to enjoy a fun evening at the school. We will be turning the cafeteria into a movie theater for a special showing of "Harold and the Purple Crayon" (rated PG).
Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 12
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: BPE Cafeteria
Admission to the movie is free for everyone, and students will receive free popcorn. Additional concessions, including pizza, drinks, and snacks, will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 12
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: BPE Cafeteria
Admission to the movie is free for everyone, and students will receive free popcorn. Additional concessions, including pizza, drinks, and snacks, will be available for purchase. We look forward to seeing you there!

Calling all international and multicultural families! 🌏 Join us in celebrating the rich diversity of our BPE community! We invite YOU to share your culture, traditions, food, music, and more at our annual International Fair. Host a Country board, share traditional food, clothing, or artifacts or perform a dance, song, or musical piece.
The deadline to register a Country Board is September 18th, and boards need to be finished by September 25th. Sign up today and help us celebrate the cultures that make BPE so special! https://signup.com/go/gNgNAZT
The deadline to register a Country Board is September 18th, and boards need to be finished by September 25th. Sign up today and help us celebrate the cultures that make BPE so special! https://signup.com/go/gNgNAZT

Join the Wildcat Team!
We are looking for a positive, student-centered educator to join our team at the Prairie! Blackland Prairie Elementary has an immediate opening for an FCC Educational Assistant III. If you are passionate about helping all students find success, we encourage you to apply.
You can find more information and apply by visiting the Round Rock ISD website. We look forward to hearing from you! https://ess.roundrockisd.org/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=16256&sreq=1&form=NONX&desc=EDUCATIONAL%20%20ASSISTANT%20III%20SPED%20-%20FCC
We are looking for a positive, student-centered educator to join our team at the Prairie! Blackland Prairie Elementary has an immediate opening for an FCC Educational Assistant III. If you are passionate about helping all students find success, we encourage you to apply.
You can find more information and apply by visiting the Round Rock ISD website. We look forward to hearing from you! https://ess.roundrockisd.org/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=16256&sreq=1&form=NONX&desc=EDUCATIONAL%20%20ASSISTANT%20III%20SPED%20-%20FCC

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"Hi! I’m Ms. Keller, the new kindergarten teacher! This is my 5th year teaching, and with each passing year, I fall more in love with kindergarten! I’m all about silly songs, story time, and snacks (love snack time). I’m so excited to join this amazing team and help our littlest learners shine bright every day!"
"Hi! I’m Ms. Keller, the new kindergarten teacher! This is my 5th year teaching, and with each passing year, I fall more in love with kindergarten! I’m all about silly songs, story time, and snacks (love snack time). I’m so excited to join this amazing team and help our littlest learners shine bright every day!"

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"I'm so excited to be a part of the Blackland Prairie community this year! I have been teaching for 30 years and am just as passionate about teaching kids today as I was on my very first day. I believe that every child has a unique spark, and I love helping them discover the joy of learning.
When I'm not in the classroom, I have a few hobbies that keep me busy. I love to go on cruises and explore new places, and I also enjoy getting creative with crafting. If I'm looking for a quiet afternoon, you can usually find me with a good book or a fun puzzle.
I'm really looking forward to a fantastic year of learning and growing with all of you!"
"I'm so excited to be a part of the Blackland Prairie community this year! I have been teaching for 30 years and am just as passionate about teaching kids today as I was on my very first day. I believe that every child has a unique spark, and I love helping them discover the joy of learning.
When I'm not in the classroom, I have a few hobbies that keep me busy. I love to go on cruises and explore new places, and I also enjoy getting creative with crafting. If I'm looking for a quiet afternoon, you can usually find me with a good book or a fun puzzle.
I'm really looking forward to a fantastic year of learning and growing with all of you!"

The library got some good news today when representatives from the RRISD Partners in Education Foundation notified Mrs. Craig that she had won a $2,400 grant that she had applied for! This grant will be used to purchase books in foreign languages so that our emerging bilingual students can share literature with their families or read independently in their home languages.

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"Hi! My name is Katie Ammon, and I’m so excited to join the BPE family this year! I’m 25 and looking forward to building strong relationships, creating a positive classroom environment, and supporting every student’s growth.
I earned my Bachelor’s from Texas Tech and completed my teacher certification through a residency program with Austin Community College, where I gained hands-on classroom experience and a passion for inclusive, engaging learning.
Outside of school, I love spending time with loved ones, reading, and exploring new places. I can’t wait for a year full of learning, growth, and great memories!"
"Hi! My name is Katie Ammon, and I’m so excited to join the BPE family this year! I’m 25 and looking forward to building strong relationships, creating a positive classroom environment, and supporting every student’s growth.
I earned my Bachelor’s from Texas Tech and completed my teacher certification through a residency program with Austin Community College, where I gained hands-on classroom experience and a passion for inclusive, engaging learning.
Outside of school, I love spending time with loved ones, reading, and exploring new places. I can’t wait for a year full of learning, growth, and great memories!"

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"Hello! I'm Mrs. Z and I am so excited to be part of the Blackland Prairie Elementary community! While this is only my third year teaching, I bring a diverse background and a wealth of experience from other fields. I proudly served over a decade in the U.S. Army and hold a Master’s degree with a specialization in youth librarianship. Before transitioning into the classroom, I worked in several libraries across Central Texas, supporting young readers and their families.
For the past two years, I taught 3rd grade at another RRISD elementary, but I am thrilled to join the 4th grade team and continue my teaching journey here at Blackland Prairie!
My husband and I recently celebrated 21 years of marriage and we are proud parents to three amazing kids: a 7th grader at Ridgeview, a 4th grader at Forest Creek, and a 2nd grader here at BPE. When not in the classroom, you can find me with my nose in a book, exploring local thrift shops with my mom, or spending time with my family traveling.
I look forward to a fantastic year of growth, learning, and community!"
"Hello! I'm Mrs. Z and I am so excited to be part of the Blackland Prairie Elementary community! While this is only my third year teaching, I bring a diverse background and a wealth of experience from other fields. I proudly served over a decade in the U.S. Army and hold a Master’s degree with a specialization in youth librarianship. Before transitioning into the classroom, I worked in several libraries across Central Texas, supporting young readers and their families.
For the past two years, I taught 3rd grade at another RRISD elementary, but I am thrilled to join the 4th grade team and continue my teaching journey here at Blackland Prairie!
My husband and I recently celebrated 21 years of marriage and we are proud parents to three amazing kids: a 7th grader at Ridgeview, a 4th grader at Forest Creek, and a 2nd grader here at BPE. When not in the classroom, you can find me with my nose in a book, exploring local thrift shops with my mom, or spending time with my family traveling.
I look forward to a fantastic year of growth, learning, and community!"

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"A big "hello" to the Blackland Prairie Wildcats! I'm Mrs. DeDear, and I'm so excited to start my second year of teaching with all of you. Outside of school, my world revolves around my two amazing girls and my husband, Cameron, of 13 years. Our golden retriever, Cooper, is also a beloved member of our family. I'm a big fan of reading, and I'm really looking forward to becoming part of this wonderful community."
"A big "hello" to the Blackland Prairie Wildcats! I'm Mrs. DeDear, and I'm so excited to start my second year of teaching with all of you. Outside of school, my world revolves around my two amazing girls and my husband, Cameron, of 13 years. Our golden retriever, Cooper, is also a beloved member of our family. I'm a big fan of reading, and I'm really looking forward to becoming part of this wonderful community."

As we continue our first full week back to school, we want to introduce to some new Wildcats.
"I’ve always had a passion for teaching, and I’m am excited to start my first year in education while continuing my journey to become a teacher!"
"I’ve always had a passion for teaching, and I’m am excited to start my first year in education while continuing my journey to become a teacher!"

