Important News

See the information from this year's Science Fair.

Cold and Flu season is upon us. Students who are ill and have a fever should remain at home until the temperature has been normal, without the use of fever reducing medications, for 24 hours.

As I know you know, Mrs. Bengermino does so much for everyone here at BPES--staff and students. So, we want to share our appreciation for all of her work, kindness, time listening, and support for all of us!

We are proud to say that many of our students were initially eligible! Fifth grader, Mary Michele, has been announced as the student to represent Bushy Park moving forward!

For the second year in a row, the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) has been named the top school system in Maryland by Niche.com, a national education and community analysis firm.

For the second year in a row, HCPSS has been named the top school system in Maryland by Niche.com.

We recently sent out invitations to students in fourth and fifth grade who earned at least a 3.75 GPA in the first quarter of the 2016-2017 school year. These students are invited to apply to be the Bushy Park nominee for the Carson Scholarship Award. We may only choose one nominee. In addition to at least a 3.75 GPA, students must demonstrate humanitarian efforts and community service outside of school.

We are excited to recognize two students from each grade level as our Bear Hug Winners!

Mark your calendars for a FREE Family Wellness Event! on Wed. October 5th from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. featuring stations for Fit Family Interaction. A PARENT or GUARDIAN MUST ACCOMPANY CHILDREN TO THE EVENT. Registration Info: Go to www.fit2order.com

This coming MONDAY, September 19th at 9:30 a.m. we will host our annual Parent Volunteer Orientation in the Cafeteria. This is mandatory each year for any adult that will work with our students in a volunteer capacity. Dr. Via and Mrs. Ketterer will be there to both offer the training and interact with questions and ideas.