Hello BCMA Family! We did it! Friday was the last day of school for the 2019/2020 school year and wow, it has been a roller coaster. Traditionally, the last day of school is one of the most bittersweet days as a…
“The Talk” – Why is it important to talk with children about what happened to George Floyd and other incidents of police brutality or racism in the news?
“The Talk” – Why is it important to talk with children about what happened to George Floyd and other incidents of police brutality or racism in the news? Written and compiled by Erica Prime, M.A., LLP, CSP, parent and lead…
Teacher Appreciation Week
Ms. Jes took a little trip to show her appreciation for our BCMA teachers. Five hours, 1/2 a tank of gas, 166 miles, and she delivered “Educational Rockstar” yard signs to all our teachers and staff! Teachers, thank you so…
National School Choice Week Recap
National School Choice Week is a time to raise awareness about the importance of opportunity in education. Last week, Bradford staff and students participated in a school-wide National School Choice Week celebration. Parents and staff received morning refreshments, students wrote thank you cards…
The School Was All Smiles And Tears When Student Conor Grandstaff Received A Surprise Visit At His School’s Holiday Assembly
At Battle Creek Montessori Academy, kindergartener Conor Grandstaff received a surprise visit from his dad, Shawn Grandstaff, who has spent the last 10 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MS in Army boot camp. Conor had no idea that his dad…
Season of Giving
At Battle Creek Montessori Academy, students have been collecting bags for a local foster care agency. The agency stuffs the bags with clothes, toiletries and other necessities so that when the kids are removed from the home and put into…
Green Wolf Pack Leads the Way for Sustainability
At Battle Creek Montessori Academy students are energized about taking care of the Earth and helping their community while learning some of the most important issues facing the world in the 21st century. Leading the way to an enriched and…
Happy Principal Appreciation Month!
Jes Eldridge is one amazing Head of School and we are grateful for her commitment and service to our school community. She has been a part of the staff since Battle Creek Montessori Academy opened its doors in 2013. Her…
Earth Science Experiences
On October 11, 2019, Mr. Richard Olson led 80 tenth-grade earth science students on a field trip to the 75th annual Greater Detroit Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show. This experience provided hands-on exposure to the world of rocks, minerals and…
Count Day is Upon Us!
You may hear someone say, “make sure your child is here for count day on Wednesday, October 2!” But what does that really mean? What makes count day more important than any other day? The simple answer is that count…