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August 28
September 2 - Fall Fundraiser Kick-Off
September 4 - BBS Spirit Day (BBS t-shirt w/ uniform bottoms)
September 7 - Labor Day - No School
September 10 - Fall Pictures
September 11 - PreK MWF Fall Pictures
September 18 - Bobcat Spartan Event
Vision Screenings - Dr. Troy White’s office will be on campus conducting vision screenings on Monday, September 14th, and Tuesday, September 15th. All K3, kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 4th graders will be screened. If you would like to opt out of this screening, email Nurse Adams at radams@brainerdbaptist.org.
Hearing Screening - Students who are new to BBs in grades 1-5th will complete a hearing screening over the next two weeks. A parent may request a hearing or speech screening at any time by emailing our speech pathologist, Ally Smith, at asmith@brainerdbaptist.org.
Speech Screening - Speech and language screenings have begun and will be completed over the next week. Results will go home in Tuesday folders.
Student Dress Down Day - The last day to purchase a ticket is September 2nd.
Fall Pictures- K5-5th will have fall pictures taken on Thursday, September 10th. Students should wear their school uniforms for pictures. PreK students will have their fall pictures taken on Friday, September 11th.
Student Handbook- Our Student Handbook has been updated and we wanted to highlight a few important reminders and answers to some of the questions we hear most often:
Field Trips: Siblings are not permitted to attend field trips. This helps us maintain appropriate supervision and ensures teachers and chaperones can focus their attention on the students in their care. You will be given plenty of notice about field trips so you can plan accordingly.
Uniforms: One of our most frequently asked questions is about uniforms! You can find all of our uniform guidelines on page 17 of the Student Handbook. We encourage you to refer to this page throughout the year if you have questions about what is or is not permitted.
Wearable Devices: Smart watches and other wearable technology devices are not permitted at school. This helps us minimize distractions and maintain a focused learning environment.
Toys: Please leave toys at home! Students should not bring toys or other non-school-related items to school unless specifically requested by a teacher.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to review these reminders and the Student Handbook.
Magnus Health Forms- Magnus Health Forms Due September 1st.
Parents, please log in to your child’s Magnus Health account and complete all registration and health forms, including the Permission to Participate and Obtain Medical Care form, by Tuesday, September 1st.
If forms are not completed by the deadline, your child will be unable to participate in PE and recess until the required information is received.
To access Magnus Health:
Log in to the Family Portal.
Select Student > Medical.
Click Login to Magnus Health and follow the prompts.
Questions or having trouble accessing Magnus? Please contact Rachel Adams at 423-424-1147 or radams@brainerdbaptist.org.
BBS Spirit Day- Friday, September 4th, will be our first BBS Spirit Day of the year! Students may wear their favorite BBS t-shirt with uniform bottoms. Please remember to follow all BBS dress codes regarding shoes, short/skirt lengths, etc.
After School Activities- We are excited to partner with so many wonderful local organizations to bring a wide array of extracurricular activities to our students after school! You can view our full list of after-school offerings and find registration information by clicking HERE.
Some of the exciting programs being offered this year include:
Soccer Shots
Creative Art Place Art Classes
The Knight School Chess Club
Chattanooga Ballet
Little Laxers
First Shot Basketball
BAM LEGO Adventure Club
And more!
neuroBridge Developmental Screenings 2026- Brainerd Baptist School is excited to partner with neuroBridge, a pediatric therapy provider serving 18 private schools across the Chattanooga area, from preschool through high school.
neuroBridge offers:
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Educational Assessments
Empowerment Coaching
Their collaborative approach brings together therapists, teachers, parents, and administrators to support each child's success both in the classroom and at home.
Screening Week: September 28, 2026
During this developmental screening, a licensed neuroBridge clinician will evaluate whether your child's developmental skills are progressing as expected compared to peers of the same age. If the screening indicates a need for additional evaluation, the therapist will discuss recommendations for further testing.
How to Register: If you would like your child to participate, please complete the screening registration form by visiting neuroBridgeLLC.com and selecting the Screening Form tab, or by using the JotForm screening sign-up link. Cost: $21.00 per child
We encourage families to take advantage of this valuable opportunity for early identification and support.
Swim Lessons- We are excited to share information about upcoming swim lessons with McCallie / GPS Aquatics! Whether your child is brand new to the water or looking to refine competitive swimming strokes, this program offers individual instruction tailored to their needs.
Key Program Details
Ages: 2 years and up
Dates: Available September 1 through December 12
Location: McCallie Sports and Activities Center (McCallie School, 500 Dodds Avenue)
Class Ratio: 1:1 private instruction
Schedule & Flexibility
Lessons are scheduled for one month at a time, and you can choose the day and time slot that best fits your schedule. Lessons can typically begin within a week of signing up.
Available time windows include:
Monday – Thursday: 12:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost
15-Minute Lesson: $18 per lesson
30-Minute Lesson: $36 per lesson
How to Register
To register or ask any questions, please email Stan Corcoran directly at corcoran@mccallie.org. You can also visit www.mccgpsaquatics.com for more information.