Bryant Elementary School

As a reminder, Harvey School District 152 buildings will be closed July 4 and 5 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The summer issue of the Harvey School District community newsletter will be in mailboxes soon! Until then, you can view the digital version on our website. You’ll learn more about our special end-of-year events and graduations, exciting happenings at each school, shoutouts to our community partners, and Dr. Lawrence’s goals for our strategic plan heading into the new school year. Read now! https://www.harvey152.org/page/district-newsletters

Empower students with us! Harvey School District currently has several open teaching positions at Brooks Middle School! Opportunities include Math, Music/Band, PE, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts. We’re looking for talented and dedicated educators to join our team for the 2024-25 school year! Learn more and apply today! https://www.harvey152.org/o/harvey152/page/join-our-team

Yes, summer school is in full swing at Bryant Elementary School! From academic challenges between classes to reflective social emotional learning activities, students are excited about learning this summer.

Big congratulations to our 2024 retirees! Harvey School District is grateful for your dedication and commitment to our district, our students and our community. We appreciate each of these staff members sharing their talents with us and we wish them the best in their new adventures! Rosalba Carbajal Maria Farfan Rosie Greer Patricia Jackson Delphine Scott Myra Staples

Congratulations to another member of the Harvey 152 family who is celebrating an educational achievement, Tre’Von M. Wilson! Last month, he graduated from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a Master of Business Management degree with a focus in Business Data Management and Communication. Mr. Wilson is a former student of Bryant Elementary School, Brooks Middle School and graduated from Thornton Township High School’s International Baccalaureate program. Best to you in your future career! Do you have a recent high school or college graduate that is an alum of Harvey Schools? Send us their photo and information to communications@harvey152.org

Harvey School District 152 recently announced the appointment of Dr. Gloria Carbajal-Trejo as the new Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and will begin her role on July 1, 2024. Dr. Trejo has been in education for the past 28 years and has worked for Chicago Public Schools, Bloomington Public Schools and West Chicago District 33. For the past 23 years, Dr. Trejo has worked in West Chicago District 33 in various roles including Lead Teacher, ELL Director, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent. Dr. Trejo’s goal is to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where educators and staff feel empowered to innovate and excel. Additionally, she aims to enhance student achievement by implementing data-driven strategies and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students. Learn more about Dr. Trejo: https://www.harvey152.org/article/1646233

Each year, Angel Award recipients are celebrated at each school. In order to receive the award, staff members have to be recognized as outstanding throughout the year by their colleagues. Congratulations to the following Harvey 152 staff members! Thank you for your incredible work this school year that led to this well-deserved recognition! Riley PreK: Candelaria Linares Angelou Elementary School: LaWanna Wortham Bryant Elementary School: Donna Thompson-Bey Holmes Elementary School: Arma Adams Whittier Elementary School: Marandia Bledsoe Brooks Middle School: Michelle Brumfield Central Office: Luz Jimenez

Harvey School District 152 will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

We’re excited to share some exciting news from a Harvey School District alum! This May, Virginia Rodriguez graduated from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Illinois Chicago. Ms. Rodriguez attended Whittier Elementary, Brooks Middle School, and was in the Thornton Township High School Class of 2020. Congratulations, Ms. Rodriguez! We wish you the best in your nursing career! Do you have a recent high school or college graduate that is an alum of Harvey Schools? Send us their photo and information to communications@harvey152.org

Harvey School District 152 is officially on summer office hours! Our building hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Buildings are closed on Fridays for energy savings from now until July 20.

Bryant Elementary School Assistant Principal Mrs. Matthews planned a day of celebration for students who met and or exceeded the requirements for the Illinois Assessment Readiness Test! Thank you State Representative Will Davis for presenting the students with acknowledgments from the State of Illinois for their success. Thank you Board of Education Vice President Janet Rogers for always supporting Bryant School’s students. To Bryant School Principal Mr. Anderson and the staff, thank you for supporting, teaching and guiding our students to educational excellence.

Bryant Elementary School kindergarten students had an incredible year of learning and growing in their social and emotional development. They celebrated the end of the school year with a trip to the zoo, creating a painting, and attending their awards ceremony with their families. First grade, here they come!

When students’ basic needs are met, they are better equipped to learn and grow. Bryant Elementary School recently hosted a clothes giveaway event for students and families. Thank you to all who donated items of clothes to support our community!

Tigers and Bears unite! Last week, Bryant Elementary School students enjoyed the visit from the mobile clinic sponsored by Advocate Health Care System and the Chicago Bears franchise! This initiative was created to show students how important physical fitness is in their daily routine by offering skills for 60 minutes a day of physical activity.

Tomorrow, Friday, May 31, is the last day of school! Students will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m. Happy summer to our Harvey Schools community!

Last week, our Board of Education honored two individuals from Maya Angelou School! Board President Ms. Maya Gardner presented capes to basketball and track coach Mr. Claude Davis and super volunteer Zyporah Hale to symbolize their "Super Success" for students. Coach Davis has led the Eagles Girls and Boys Basketball team to back-to-back championships. Thank you both for all that you do for our community!

Harvey School District will be closed on Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no school for students or staff. Enjoy the extended weekend!

Tomorrow, Friday, May 24, is the end of fourth quarter in Harvey School District. Students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

If you have not done so already, be sure to register your current student for the 2024-25 school year! Harvey Families have received an email with their registration “Snap code” to begin the process. Any questions can be directed to registration@harvey152.org Read more details! https://www.harvey152.org/article/495824