Bromwell Bulletin
Here are this week’s important updates, action items and upcoming dates.
Gifted & Talented Testing Nominations — Due Oct. 2
Families interested in GT identification and/or Highly Gifted Magnet placement should complete the DPS nomination FORM by Oct. 2, 2026. Please note:
One test per year only! Students tested in Spring 2026 cannot test again until Spring 2027
1st and 5th graders already taking a universal test in the fall with the NGAT—so they do not need to fill out a nomination form
Students with Magnet Eligible (ME) or Highly Gifted (HGT) labels do not need another cognitive test—they already have a qualifying score.
GT Identified or Talent Pool students can test again to see if they now qualify for magnet schools or HGT status. Talk to your school’s GT teacher for information.
Please contact GT Teacher if you have any questions: SsuLin_Jin@dpsk12.net
September Staff Appreciation - Thank you, Bromwell Community!
The teachers and staff would like to send a huge THANK YOU to all of the families who helped stock our staff lounge this week! They were so touched that they wanted to share their thanks with the community - Read them HERE.
A special thank you to Suzanne Crouch and Erin McMillian, who took on the very sweaty job of completely reorganizing the staff lounge — cabinets, drawers, sink area and all. We are so grateful for your time & energy - it feels like we just got a home makeover!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎶
Celebrate with this family-friendly playlist curated by music teacher, Mrs. Montgomery.
📅 Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 17 — Little Bird Shop Out
4:30–6:30 p.m. | 2624 E. Louisiana Ave.
Shop for a cause at Little Bird, a children’s boutique in the Cory-Merrill neighborhood serving newborns through age 14. Enjoy snacks, drinks and shopping, and 15% of your purchase will be donated back to Bromwell. Just mention Bromwell at checkout! Flyer HERE.
Monday, September 21 — Let’s Build Bromwell Begins!
Our 3-week Annual Fund campaign kicks off Monday.
Learn more + support Let’s Build Bromwell →HERE
Tuesday, September 22 — Wear Blue or Orange for the Let’s Build Bromwell Pep Rally
All Day | Bromwell
Students & Staff should wear any shade of blue or orange shirt to school for a very fun all-school project! White is a great backup option. Shirts can have any logo or design — it does not need to be a Bromwell shirt.
Monday, September 28 — Staff Professional Development
NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, September 29 — Author Visit: Terri Libenson
For Grades 3–5 | Book Orders Open to All Families
We’re excited to welcome Terri Libenson, bestselling author and illustrator of the Emmie & Friends series, to Bromwell! Students in 3rd–5th grade will hear about her writing and illustrating process, learn how she brings her stories and characters to life, and have the opportunity to ask questions.
While the author visit is for grades 3–5, any Bromwell family can preorder a signed copy of her newest book, Seriously, Celia? Orders are due September 27. Use code CELIA for 10% off.
See the flyer for the QR code and ordering details.
Tuesday, September 29 — Dine Out at Cherry Cricket
All Day | 2641 E 2nd Ave, Denver, CO 80206
Support Bromwell with a night out at Cherry Cricket! 20% of sales will be donated back to Bromwell. Grab dinner with family and friends and help support our school. Mention BROMWELL during your visit.
Saturday, October 3 — Bromwell Man Party
3 p.m.–sundown | Pocket Park behind 8th Avenue (between Clayton & Detroit)
The Bromwell Man Party is back! Enjoy an afternoon of grilled and smoked meats, beers, games and time with your favorite Bromwell Papa Bears. The party runs from 3 p.m. to sundown — and may continue afterward at a few local watering holes. PurchaseTickets Here: https://bolder.bid/app/public/bidapp/promwell26
Thursday, October 8th - PTA Meeting
6:00 – 7:00pm | Bromwell Cafeteria or via Google Meets
Friday, October 9th - Fun Run
AM | Bromwell Playground Fields
The Fun Run is now the finale of the Let’s Build Bromwell event, giving our Bears a chance to celebrate the community and culture they build every day at Bromwell. We need your help to make it a success! Sign up to volunteer HERE and keep an eye out for more details about this amazing day! The schedule is HERE.
Saturday, October 10 — Bromwell Pickleball Night
5:30 p.m. | Gates Tennis Center
Grab your paddle and join fellow Bromwell parents and staff for an evening of pickleball, great food and plenty of laughs! All skill levels are welcome. Game play is for adults only, but kids can hang at the center or play at the nearby park while the adults compete. PurchaseTickets Here: https://bolder.bid/app/public/bidapp/promwell26
Monday, October 12 — NO SCHOOL
🌟 Community Opportunities
Saturday, October 3 - Hero Fest 2026
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Denver South High School
Celebrate Colorado’s first responders at Hero Fest, a free, family-friendly community event! Meet local first responders, explore emergency vehicles, grab a bite from food trucks, enjoy a live DJ, and check out kid-friendly activities including inflatables, a bounce house, mobile petting zoo and more.
See the attached flyer for full details.
Thursday, September 24 & Tuesday, October 6 — Colorado Academy Admission Preview
8:15–11:15 a.m. | Colorado Academy
Families interested in Colorado Academyfor middle school are invited to meet Head of School Dr. Mike Davis, tour campus, observe classes, and talk with current students. Register here or learn more about Admission Preview. Spanish-language support is also available.
Questions? Reach out to abel.ramirez@coloradoacademy.org
🐻 Bromwell PTA
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!
Looking for a way to get involved at Bromwell this year? We have lots of opportunities — from helping with a single event to joining a committee for the year.
View the 2026–27 PTA Committee Needs & Volunteer Opportunities
Interested or have questions? Email president@bromwellpta.org or find us at the next PTA meeting.
Where Do Your PTA Dollars Go?Curious what PTA fundraising supports at Bromwell? From additional staff and classroom resources to Art, Music, PE, library, community events and student programs, PTA funding helps make many of the things our students experience every day possible.
We’ve put together a quick PTA Finance Report showing how funds are raised, where they go and why fundraising remains so important at a public school.
View the PTA Finance Report →HERE
Questions? Please reach out to Treasurer@bromwellpta.org
LUNCH & RECESS VOLUNTEERS WELCOME!
We would love extra hands during lunch and recess! If you have time to help, please sign in at the front desk, grab an orange volunteer vest and stay for as much of the lunch/recess block as you’re able. Once you arrive, introduce yourself to the staff members on duty and they’ll let you know where help is most needed.
Lunch & Recess Schedule: HERE
🔁 Previously Shared & Still RelevantDPS Community Engagement Sessions: Enrollment Boundaries & Zones
DPS is hosting community engagement sessions across the district in September to hear what families value about their school and student experience as it reviews enrollment boundaries and zones. Food and childcare will be provided at all sessions.
Learn more about the enrollment boundary and zone review
Please register before attending.
BESS Parent Screening — Due October 30
Bromwell uses the BESS (Behavioral and Emotional Screening System) to help understand how students are doing socially, emotionally and behaviorally at school.
All ECE–5 families are encouraged to complete the parent rating form by October 30. Teachers will also complete a rating for each student after they have known students for at least 30 days. Students in grades 3–5 will complete a short self-rating at school unless they have been opted out.
Complete the Parent Form → BESS Parent Form
You will need your student’s DPS ID number and date of birth.
*Kindergarten families: Due to an issue with the online Kinder form, your child will bring home a paper form to complete and return to school.
Questions? Contact Jordan at jordan_mcelligott@dpsk12.net or 720-424-9361.
Arrival: As a reminder, between 8:05-8:20am, please use either Garden Gate or Kiss and Go for drop-off. The main office is not an option for drop-off until after the late bell at 8:20am.
Early Pick-up: Early pick-up will end at 2:30pm. If you need to pick-up your student early, it must be by 2:30pm or you will need to wait until dismissal at 3:15pm.
As a reminder, dismissal is at 3:15pm. Families that arrive after 3:25pm will be asked to sign- their student out. 3 late pick-ups a month will trigger a mandatory meeting with Principal Urbanowski and a representative from the attendance team. Thank you for your support in ensuring smooth dismissal procedures.
🤝 Fundraising Partnerships
Longmont Dairy: Drop caps in the lobby bin.
Name Bubbles: Shop Here
Minted.com: 20% off with code FUNDRAISEBROMWELL
Modern Bungalow: 5% back when mentioning Bromwell.
Halcyon Hotel: Booking Link
Formula Roofing: Mention Bromwell and $500 comes back to the school. Nick@formularoofing.com
Fairway Home Loans: Donates $500 back when you mention Bromwell. Learn More
LUNCH & RECESS VOLUNTEERS WELCOME!
We would love extra hands during lunch and recess! If you have time to help, please sign in at the front desk, grab an orange volunteer vest and stay for as much of the lunch/recess block as you’re able. Once you arrive, introduce yourself to the staff members on duty and they’ll let you know where help is most needed.
Lunch & Recess Schedule:
ECE — Lunch: 11:20–11:40 a.m. | Recess: 11:40 a.m.–12:10 p.m.
Kinder — Lunch: 11:20–11:40 a.m. | Recess: 11:40 a.m.–12:05 p.m.
1st Grade — Lunch: 11:40 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Recess: 12:00–12:25 p.m.
2nd Grade — Lunch: 11:45 a.m.–12:05 p.m. | Recess: 12:05–12:30 p.m.
3rd & 4th Grade — Lunch: 12:05–12:25 p.m. | Recess: 12:25–12:50 p.m.
5th Grade — Lunch: 12:25–12:45 p.m. | Recess: 12:45–1:10 p.m.
No need to commit to the entire block — come when you can and stay as long as you’re able!
Arrival: As a reminder, between 8:05-8:20am, please use either Garden Gate or Kiss and Go for drop-off. The main office is not an option for drop-off until after the late bell at 8:20am.
Early Pick-up: early pick-up will end at 2:30pm. If you need to pick-up your student early, it must be by 2:30pm or you will need to wait until dismissal at 3:15pm.
🤝 Fundraising Partnerships
Longmont Dairy: Drop caps in the lobby bin.
Name Bubbles: Shop Here
Minted.com: 20% off with code FUNDRAISEBROMWELL
Modern Bungalow: 5% back when mentioning Bromwell.
Halcyon Hotel: Booking Link
Formula Roofing: Mention Bromwell and $500 comes back to the school. Nick@formularoofing.com
Fairway Home Loans: Donates $500 back when you mention Bromwell. Learn More
🔗 Helpful Links
Facebook | Buy Nothing | Instagram | PTA Website | View Lunch Menus | Subscribe to the Bromwell Google Calendar | Common Health Forms | Family Resources l You Benefit! Application l View Drop-Off & Pick-Up Map
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