Brawley Elementary School District

Important Notice 1/6/26

*Notice to BESD Parents and Guardians*

Smart Start Saturdays are back! Does your child need a little extra support to build confidence in reading and math? Join us for Smart Start Saturday at J.W. Oakley School! Students will participate in engaging, grade-level lessons focused on the most important skills to help them succeed in school. Students may stay for Polar Play Intersession Day afterward if registered for both programs! Register at www.besd.org under GLOW PROGRAMS 2025-2026.

Bundle up and join us for a winter-themed day full of movement, creativity, and snowy fun at J.W. Oakley School! Register your child at www.besd.org under GLOW PROGRAMS 2025-2026.

Schools will be closed for Winter Break from December 22nd - January 2nd. Classes will resume Monday, January 5, 2026. Las escuelas estarán cerradas para vacaciones de invierno a partir del 22 de diciembre al 2 de enero. Clases reanudaran el 5 de enero de 2026.

Oakley Christmas Celebration 12/18/25

Our Oakley students put on a fantastic Christmas show filled with great performances!

Padilla-Pace Middle School Plaque Ceremony 12.12.25

BWJH Culinary Showcase 12.11.25

Thank you to Cambria for supporting our students by sharing valuable cooking techniques and teaching proper serving etiquette. The experience inspired our students and showed them that culinary arts can be a meaningful career path, among many others. We also want to recognize Mr. Reyes for the amazing work he continues to do with the Career Pathways Exploration class.

IID Tree Planting Event at Myron D. Witter.

IID Tree Planting Event at Miguel Hidalgo.

BESD is proud to partner with the Brawley Police Department to offer soccer through the MLS GO Youth Soccer Program! Spots are limited! Register today at www.besd.org under GLOW Programs 25-26.

This is a friendly reminder that there will be no GLOW programs next Friday, December 19th at all 6 BESD schools. Please plan on picking up your child at his/her minimum day dismissal time. Thank you!

Santa’s Workshop Intersession Days are right around the corner and we're excited to welcome students for 4 fun-filled days of merry making! From crafting homemade holiday treasures to "elf-engineered" STEM challenges, it’s a holly jolly adventure your child won’t want to miss. Register at www.besd.org under GLOW Programs 25-26.

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Here is the Surplus Property 7/11 Committee Application Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qIrFC3jFpMifq__gXP9WKcy9LhTmhkgw/view?usp=sharing

Please return completed application by 4:00 pm, January 9, 2026.

Clothing drive this week! Now is the perfect time to clear out your closets and make a difference. We are accepting new or gently used clothing and shoes. All items can be dropped off at any school site office.
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¡Colecta de ropa esta semana! Ahora es el momento perfecto para vaciar sus armarios y hacer la diferencia. Aceptamos ropa y zapatos nuevos o usados en buenas condiciones. Todos los artículos se pueden entregar en la oficina principal de cualquier escuela.

Good afternoon BESD families please view the ELKS Hoop Shoot Flyer! Children participating must be between ages 8 - 13 and entry is FREE! Contest will take place at Brawley Union High School on 12/6/25.

Next week is Inclusive Schools Week, and we are excited to highlight and celebrate the progress our schools have made in providing a supportive, welcoming, and high-quality education for all students—including those with disabilities. This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the collaborative efforts of our teachers, staff, students, and families who work every day to ensure that every learner feels valued, supported, and included.

Our schools will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from Monday, November 24, 2025 through Friday, November 28, 2025. Classes will resume on Monday, December 1, 2025.