Wildcats, get ready to learn about the Talented and Gifted (TAG) referral process for the 2025-2026 school year! This flyer has all the important details you need to know. The Referral Window opens on November 10th and closes on December 12 at 4:30. Be sure to review the information video linked in the flyer.
We are hosting a Virtual Q&A Session on Thursday, October 23rd, from 4:30-5:30. The link is included in the flyer.
https://5il.co/3qqek
We are hosting a Virtual Q&A Session on Thursday, October 23rd, from 4:30-5:30. The link is included in the flyer.
https://5il.co/3qqek
Author-Illustrator Cherry Mo is Visiting Blackland Prairie!
We are thrilled to announce that author-illustrator Cherry Mo will be visiting our Wildcats on Wednesday, November 12. She will be speaking to students in Pre-K through 2nd grade, as well as students in our ECSE, FCC, FLC, and FAC classes.
You have the opportunity to purchase a signed and personalized copy of her 2025 Caldecott Honor book, "Home in the Lunchbox." All books will be delivered to the school for your student to take home on the day of the visit.
To order a copy, please follow these steps:
Purchase the book online through our custom BookPeople link: https://bookpeople.com/service/author-visit-cherry-mo-round-rock-schools
Important: At checkout, please include your student's full name and their teacher's name in the "order comments" section.
The deadline to order is Wednesday, October 22.
We are so excited to bring this wonderful literary experience to our students!
We are thrilled to announce that author-illustrator Cherry Mo will be visiting our Wildcats on Wednesday, November 12. She will be speaking to students in Pre-K through 2nd grade, as well as students in our ECSE, FCC, FLC, and FAC classes.
You have the opportunity to purchase a signed and personalized copy of her 2025 Caldecott Honor book, "Home in the Lunchbox." All books will be delivered to the school for your student to take home on the day of the visit.
To order a copy, please follow these steps:
Purchase the book online through our custom BookPeople link: https://bookpeople.com/service/author-visit-cherry-mo-round-rock-schools
Important: At checkout, please include your student's full name and their teacher's name in the "order comments" section.
The deadline to order is Wednesday, October 22.
We are so excited to bring this wonderful literary experience to our students!
We are excited to share some of the reasons why Mr. Borja from K-5 FCC was chosen as Staff of the Month for October!
Mr. Borja is recognized as an inspiring educator who consistently maintains an always positive mindset. He is an excellent teacher to his class and is described as a reasonable disciplinarian by colleagues working alongside him. His teaching approach is highly regarded, particularly his "amazing" technique for handling special needs students.
The Wildcats are grateful for Mr. Borja's committed service and his positive influence on the Prairie community.
Mr. Borja is recognized as an inspiring educator who consistently maintains an always positive mindset. He is an excellent teacher to his class and is described as a reasonable disciplinarian by colleagues working alongside him. His teaching approach is highly regarded, particularly his "amazing" technique for handling special needs students.
The Wildcats are grateful for Mr. Borja's committed service and his positive influence on the Prairie community.
Get ready to travel the world right here on the Prairie! Our annual International Fair was a wonderful success, celebrating the rich diversity of cultures that make up our Wildcat community.
It was a fantastic evening of learning, exploring, and community as our students and families shared their culture, traditions, and research on countries from around the globe.
Thank you to all the families who hosted country tables and shared the unique customs that make our school so special. The International Fair is an important event that helps our students gain a deeper understanding of the world and fosters a sense of global citizenship. We look forward to celebrating again next year!
We are thrilled to celebrate Ms. Bryson, 5th Grade teacher, as our Staff of the Month for September!
The nominations we received truly highlighted the incredible impact Ms. Bryson has on her students every day. Her students describe her as an "amazing person" who is "kind, helpful, and teaches with a passion."
Students shared that Ms. Bryson makes learning fun and "keeps our class focused and learning more and more every day." She excels at helping students "understand math and science more better" and is praised for making learning "fun and awesome" with activities like the Question of the Day and Leader of the Week.
The Blackland Prairie Wildcats are lucky to have such a dedicated and caring teacher. Congratulations again to Ms. Bryson!
Get ready to smile, Prairie! Fall Picture Day is coming up on Wednesday, October 22nd!
Please have your Wildcat dress snazzy and be ready for their best picture.
Also, the BPE PTA needs volunteers to help make Picture Day a success. If you can help, please sign up using the link below
https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/18550180120#/invitation
Please have your Wildcat dress snazzy and be ready for their best picture.
Also, the BPE PTA needs volunteers to help make Picture Day a success. If you can help, please sign up using the link below
https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/18550180120#/invitation
We are excited to recognize Ms. Keller, one of our amazing Kindergarten teachers, as this week's Wildcat Staff of the Week!
From the very moment she accepted her position at Blackland Prairie Elementary, Ms. Keller has poured her energy and heart into making sure our kindergarten students had the very best experience here on the Prairie. Her hard work, positivity, and commitment have already made a tremendous impact. She is an incredible addition to our team!
We appreciate her dedication to our students and the Blackland Prairie community. Congratulations, Ms. Keller!
From the very moment she accepted her position at Blackland Prairie Elementary, Ms. Keller has poured her energy and heart into making sure our kindergarten students had the very best experience here on the Prairie. Her hard work, positivity, and commitment have already made a tremendous impact. She is an incredible addition to our team!
We appreciate her dedication to our students and the Blackland Prairie community. Congratulations, Ms. Keller!
Our 4th grade math team is doing a great job collaborating and sharing instructional strategies for teaching multiplication! We love seeing our Wildcats staff working together to ensure strong instruction for all students.
It is time for our annual Yearbook Cover Art Contest! This year's theme is Forever Wildcats: 25 Years of Leadership.
We encourage all Blackland Prairie students to submit their original artwork for a chance to be featured on the cover. Artwork must be on an 8.5×11 inch white paper, reflect the theme, and include "Blackland Prairie Elementary 2025-2026."
Submissions are due by October 24th and can be dropped off in the front office, the PTA box, or emailed to bpeptapresident@gmail.com. We cannot wait to see your Wildcat spirit!
We encourage all Blackland Prairie students to submit their original artwork for a chance to be featured on the cover. Artwork must be on an 8.5×11 inch white paper, reflect the theme, and include "Blackland Prairie Elementary 2025-2026."
Submissions are due by October 24th and can be dropped off in the front office, the PTA box, or emailed to bpeptapresident@gmail.com. We cannot wait to see your Wildcat spirit!
We are thrilled to celebrate Ms. Bryson, our wonderful 5th Grade teacher, as this week's Wildcat Staff of the Week!
Ms. Bryson has gone above and beyond once again this year, learning yet another new set of subjects while also leading her team with dedication and grace. Last week, she stepped in to help in the office to ensure staff and students were supported. In less than 12 hours, she pulled together a group to represent Blackland Prairie Elementary in the Cedar Ridge High School Homecoming Parade. The joy and pride of seeing former and current students light up when they saw the Wildcats represented was truly unforgettable, and it would not have happened without her extra effort.
We appreciate her dedication to our students and the Blackland Prairie community. Congratulations, Ms. Bryson!
Ms. Bryson has gone above and beyond once again this year, learning yet another new set of subjects while also leading her team with dedication and grace. Last week, she stepped in to help in the office to ensure staff and students were supported. In less than 12 hours, she pulled together a group to represent Blackland Prairie Elementary in the Cedar Ridge High School Homecoming Parade. The joy and pride of seeing former and current students light up when they saw the Wildcats represented was truly unforgettable, and it would not have happened without her extra effort.
We appreciate her dedication to our students and the Blackland Prairie community. Congratulations, Ms. Bryson!
The newest edition of The Wildcat Weekly has arrived with important updates and upcoming events for the Prairie. Please take a moment to read the full newsletter for detailed information on all school activities.
* The Fall Book Fair is running this week, October 6th through October 10th. Don't forget to set up your child's eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping.
* Mark your calendars for our International Fair on Thursday, October 9th.
* Please note that there is no school for students on Monday, October 13th, and Monday, October 20th.
We hope you have a great week, Wildcats! Click the link below for all the details.
https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-october-6th-2025
* The Fall Book Fair is running this week, October 6th through October 10th. Don't forget to set up your child's eWallet for easy, cash-free shopping.
* Mark your calendars for our International Fair on Thursday, October 9th.
* Please note that there is no school for students on Monday, October 13th, and Monday, October 20th.
We hope you have a great week, Wildcats! Click the link below for all the details.
https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-october-6th-2025
Get ready, Wildcats! Cedar Ridge High School Women in STEM is hosting an International Day of the Girl event open to our 3rd-5th graders, as well as students up to 8th grade. This is a fantastic opportunity for girls to explore the world of STEM through fun and engaging activities.
What: International Day of the Girl STEM Event
Who: Girls in 3rd through 8th grade
When: Saturday, October 11th, 12:00-3:00 PM
Where: Cedar Ridge High School (CRHS), drop off/pick up at the main entrance
Activities: Jeopardy, science experiments, competitions, and more!
Sign up here to register: https://bit.ly/4gSf7Yd
What: International Day of the Girl STEM Event
Who: Girls in 3rd through 8th grade
When: Saturday, October 11th, 12:00-3:00 PM
Where: Cedar Ridge High School (CRHS), drop off/pick up at the main entrance
Activities: Jeopardy, science experiments, competitions, and more!
Sign up here to register: https://bit.ly/4gSf7Yd
What a great day for learning! Thank you to all the Wildcat Dads who volunteered their time to teach our fifth graders about density for their TEKS Day lesson. Our students loved this hands-on learning experience! We appreciate your support and involvement with our Wildcats!
Our neighbors at Ridgeview Middle School are inviting the Blackland Prairie community to a fun and free Trunk or Treat event!
Mark your calendars for this wonderful community gathering. They are also looking for families and local businesses to sign up to host a decorated trunk.
Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Ridgeview Middle School, 2000 Via Sonoma Trail
Cost: Free
If you are interested in hosting a trunk, please use the sign up link below. Spaces are limited!
Sign Up Link: https://bit.ly/rmstrunk
We hope to see our Wildcats there!
Mark your calendars for this wonderful community gathering. They are also looking for families and local businesses to sign up to host a decorated trunk.
Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Ridgeview Middle School, 2000 Via Sonoma Trail
Cost: Free
If you are interested in hosting a trunk, please use the sign up link below. Spaces are limited!
Sign Up Link: https://bit.ly/rmstrunk
We hope to see our Wildcats there!
Get ready to travel the world right here on the Prairie! Please join us for our annual International Fair. This is a fantastic evening to celebrate the many cultures that make up our wonderful Wildcat community.
Event: International Fair
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: BPE Cafeteria
We cannot wait to see you there!
Event: International Fair
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: BPE Cafeteria
We cannot wait to see you there!
What a fantastic time at the Cedar Ridge Homecoming Parade! It was wonderful to see so many of our Blackland Prairie families, students, and staff members walking with us and cheering us on. Thank you to everyone who came out to show their Wildcat pride. We have the best community!
Photos courtesy of Emily Ingalls Photography www.emilyingallsphotography.com
Here are the highlights from our latest Wildcat Weekly newsletter.
* Our first Habit Rally was a success. We are excited to work on our school wide goal of all students growing one level in math.
* The deadline to pre-register for Lunch with a Loved One/Grandparent is Monday, September 29th.
* Mark your calendars for our International Fair on October 9th.
* There will be no school for students on October 13th and October 20th.
For more details and important reminders about arrival and dismissal, please read the full newsletter.
https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-september-29th-2025
LAST CALL! 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
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