Category Archives: Recent News

Student Council wants to spread a little joy before the Winter Break so they’ve received permission to organize a mini Spirit Week beginning on Monday, Dec. 13. Students should wear their regular uniform Monday through Thursday and can add the holiday accessories listed below if they choose; Dress of Choice is next Friday, Dec. 17. Monday: Holiday Hats – Bring a hat that shows holiday spirit. […]

Each year the Foundation for Douglas County Schools asks parents and students throughout the district to nominate teachers and support staff for the coveted Apple Awards. Nominees receive a certificate and recognition at the school level. Then, we choose two of the nominees to represent the school at the District awards ceremony, where they have the opportunity to […]

We are very excited that BFA’s own children’s book author, Cara Brzezicki, is coming for a visit with kindergarten, first and second grade students at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, in the small gym.   Parents are welcome to pre-order books before the event. Click here to learn more about the book, and click here to order a book signed by Mrs. Brzezicki. While parents […]

Each year, PTO sponsorships allow BFA to continue to grow and to meet the needs of our school, as well as our teachers, staff, and students. We’d like to thank the 2021-22 PTO sponsors:   Cherry Creek Mortgage – Jimmy Kinley Groove Automotive Blue Sky Pediatric Dentistry Moody Insurance – Troy Moody Schomp Automotive Hinds Financial – Jon Kelley […]

Current BFA families can express interest in the preschool program for the three-year-old and four-year-old classes via the Intent to Enroll form on the preschool webpage. The Intent to Enroll form for the 2022-23 school year is now active.   Preschool enrollment for new BFA families is on a first come, first served basis, so it”s a good idea to complete […]

We are very excited for the upcoming middle school girls basketball season! Tryouts are scheduled from 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 15, and Thursday, Dec. 16, in the Thunder Gym. (There is a small chance the dates may need to be adjusted due to boys basketball playoffs, but we’ll let you know as soon as […]

  CEC Veterans Day Celebrations Thank you to the CEC and all their volunteers who helped make our annual Veterans Day Celebration a huge success! Please see the latest Principal Newsletter emailed to you this Thursday, Nov. 18, for the links to watch the celebration videos. There were many people involved in making these events […]

Yearbook sales have officially launched! Right now, yearbooks cost $30 per book, but don’t wait, as the price will go up to $36 after Winter Break. For details on pricing and how to order, check out the flier below.   You may also order a yearbook dedication (ad) for your student. What a fun way to help […]

Thanks for helping us celebrate the veterans and active duty service members in our families this week! We still need YOUR help with a few things, so see below to continue honoring our veterans.    Veterans Day Volunteers Needed for Take Down – Sign Up TODAY! It is never too late to volunteer! We need many hands […]

It’s time to choose electives for the second trimester! Click here for the elective catalog. Beginning at 9 a.m. on the following days, elective selections open up for each grade level: 8th grade: Tuesday, Oct. 26 7th grade: Wednesday, Oct. 27 6th grade: Thursday, Oct. 28 You can make your student’s elective choices at www.myschoolbucks.com. […]

We’re looking forward to Parent Teacher Conferences this week! You should have received all the information about conferences from your student’s teacher(s). If you’d also like to speak with anyone on the Administration team and/or our Specials teachers see below for the virtual conference sign-up link.    Administration Team:  Mrs. Simpson, Principal Mr. Gomez, Asst. Principal […]

We’re excited to announce the Scholastic Book Fair will be held from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, through Thursday, Oct. 14. The fair will end promptly at 3 p.m. each day so we can prepare for carpool.   Students in grades K-4 will make a wish list to show parents. All students in grades K-8 […]

In lieu of the costume parade, the PTO is hosting TRUNK OR TREAT tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 29! It’s going to be a FUN day for ALL preschool through eighth grade BFA students! Students can wear their costumes to school all day–but remember, costumes should be appropriate for school (no revealing/offensive clothing, costumes with pretend blood/gore, or […]

The STEM committee is organizing two virtual Math Masters Sessions at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.7. One session will focus on students in grades 3-5, and the other session is for students in grades 6-8. Students can improve mathematical thinking and problem-solving skills by trying their hand at a series of age-appropriate math problems.   […]

BFA’s BASE program is offering care during fall break this year. Childcare will be available from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. the week of Oct. 18-22, with programing similar to that of summer camp. We are organizing a field trip for the kids, so the cost will be $210 per child for the week. (More details to come regarding […]

We are looking forward to a FUN spirit week for all students from October 4-8. Student Council decided upon the following themes: Monday – PJ day, start the week off in comfort! Tuesday – Beach Day, good vibes only today! Wednesday – Wacky Wednesday, outrageous outfit? crazy hair? don’t care! Thursday – Dress Up Day, dress to impress in your fanciest clothes! (And, send […]

The Community Events Committee (CEC) is excited to host students and their grandparents at BFA’s annual Goodies with Grandparents, from 7-8 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, at BFA. Students and their grandparents can spend quality time together while enjoying light morning treats, activities, games, and photo opportunities starting in the Lightening/small gym   We ask that you please arrive early, […]

The new school year means another opportunity to promote your business while supporting BFA. Each year, sponsorships allow BFA to continue to grow and to meet the needs of our school, as well as our teachers, staff and students. Sponsorships will go on sale beginning Sept. 24. They are limited in quantity, and will be […]

Snow and cool temps will be here before you know it, so be sure to order warm weather uniform pieces now to allow time for shipping. See the BFA uniform webpage (click uniforms at the top of the page) for all the information you need to place an order for new uniform pieces. If you need […]

Parry’s Pizzeria and Bar (9567 S University Blvd., 80126) will be hosting a BFA Spirit Night from 5 – 9 p.m. next Wednesday, Sept. 22. Parry’s will donate 20 percent of purchases (dine in, carry out, or delivery) back to BFA. So, make plans for a pizza night and help BFA! Please remember to let them […]

Photo retakes are scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 7. If you need a retake or missed the first photo day, this is your final opportunity to have a school picture taken. Parents can also stop by to get a picture taken for their volunteer badge (bring your Driver’s License!). Photos will be taken from about 9:30 a.m. – […]

Save the date for CEC’s next event, Goodies with Grandparents at 7 a.m. on Friday, October 8, at BFA. This is a change from the originally planned date, so mark your calendars accordingly. Look for more details and volunteer opportunities in the weeks to come!    If you would like more information about the CEC, please email the […]

The Ben Franklin Academy STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Committee invites you to join their next meeting, at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, Sept. 16, via this Zoom link. The STEM Committee is seeking creative minds with STEM experience or interest to join their team of parent volunteers. Everyone is welcome to join their first […]

BFA follows the direction of the Douglas County School District (DCSD) regarding school closures/delays due to weather. If the DCSD decides to close school for the day, then BFA will be closed as well. Sometimes, the weather is not severe enough for a closure, but may be significant enough to have a delayed school start. […]

Congratulations to BOTH of our LEAGUE CHAMPION TEAMS–girls volleyball and boys soccer! In girls volleyball, both the A team, coached by Mrs. Haufschild, and the B team, coached by Mrs. Murphy, had a terrific season and made it into the playoffs. The A team had a winning season, only losing two matches all fall–Coach Haufschild said they were an AWESOME group […]