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Southeast Elementary School third grade students welcomed families to an Evening of the Arts on April 15, featuring a “Hawaiian Adventure” performance and a showcase of student artwork.
Supply lists for students entering grades 1 through 5 are now available.
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Students at Southeast Elementary School marked Presidents Day with a high-energy musical celebration
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Fifth-grade students at Southeast Elementary recently completed the Beautiful Me program this week – a program by the Hance Family Foundation that helps young girls build confidence, positive self-identity and self-esteem.
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Brentwood alumna Stacey Brdey, principal of Southeast Elementary School and soon-to-be assistant superintendent for elementary education, has a habit of talking to herself. She keeps a running list of her stream of consciousness on her phone – a parking lot for her ideas, fleeting thoughts and lingering questions.
For example, one day, she jotted down this directive: “Nurture relationships across the district.” Another day, she wrote, “Relationships rooted in trust, respect and compassion can take a good school and make it extraordinary.”
She said this reflective streak shapes how she communicates with the Brentwood community – something she’ll be doing much more of soon. On Sept. 25, Brdey was appointed to succeed Ann Palmer – also a Brentwood graduate – who will retire in December.