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Why Briarcrest elementary school?

Through our core values of respect, equity, and integrity, Briarcrest Elementary School nurtures the whole child by establishing strong family connections and instilling a growth mindset, cultivating high academic success.

How many sports does the Briarcrest school offer?

Briarcrest offers 16 sports in grades K-12. Our teams have produced individuals and team state champions and many Briarcrest students have gone on to play college and professional athletics.

Why choose Briarcrest Fine Arts?

Our teams have produced individuals and team state champions and many Briarcrest students have gone on to play college and professional athletics. Our Fine Arts mission is to provide a Christ-centered curriculum that equips students to discover and develop their God-given talents while establishing a life-long appreciation for the arts.

Spiritual Development

The spiritual growth of each student is paramount. We believe that all of creation finds its meaning and purpose in and through God. All knowledge and understanding can only be found from the foundation of a worldview with God as the center.

Challenging Academics

The academic mission of Briarcrest Christian School is to provide opportunities for academic excellence in an environment which nurtures the individual and supports the development of Christian character in our students.

Exceptional Athletics

Our Athletic program is among the most comprehensive and successful in the Mid-South. Briarcrest offers 16 sports in grades K-12. Our teams have produced individuals and team state champions and many Briarcrest students have gone on to play college and professional athletics.

Outstanding Fine Arts

Our Fine Arts mission is to provide a Christ-centered curriculum that equips students to discover and develop their God-given talents while establishing a life-long appreciation for the arts. We invest in the artist and performer in every child.

What is Briarcrest Elementary School?

Through our core values of respect, equity, and integrity, Briarcrest Elementary School nurtures the whole child by establishing strong family connections and instilling a growth mindset, cultivating high academic success.

When will remote learning be excused in Washington?

Announcements. Beginning on October 5, all schools in Washington will begin marking absences from remote learning as excused or unexcused in accordance with rules set by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).

How long can a parent excuse absence?

A student’s parent/guardian can excuse an absence by calling or emailing our school attendance secretary within five (5) days of the absence.

A Higher Quality of Living

Enjoy living in a charming community in the heart of downtown Winter Haven – make Briarcrest at Winter Haven your next home. Our beautifully appointed one, two, and three bedroom apartments are among the largest apartments available on the market.

Inspired Amenities

Residents of Briarcrest at Winter Haven can also enjoy superior community amenities in a lushly landscaped setting, such as two sparkling swimming pools and two lighted tennis courts; a spacious clubhouse with Internet Café and activity room; a 24-hour fitness center & cardio room; and five 24-hour laundry rooms; car wash area; and several beautiful courtyards.

An Ideal Location For All Commuters

From I4 from Orlando or Tampa, exit on Hwy 27, Head south on Hwy 27 for about 15 miles on Cypress Gardens Road and turn right. Pass Legoland and go to 1st St turn right. Go to Ave K SE and make a right. The property will be on your right.

Briarcrest Elementary School

Have you joined the Briarcrest PTA for this school year? If not, now is the perfect time to do so! While membership is not required to attend this week's PTA meeting, membership does allow you to VOTE on issues brought to the board during a meeting, as well as amplify our school and our district's voice at the State level.

MOD Pizza Fundraiser

Take the night off on Tuesday, February 15th and order pizza to support Briarcrest! MOD Pizza (17171 Bothell Way NE, Ste A004) is donating 20% of pizza sales made all day! Doesn’t get much tastier or simpler to give back to our beloved school.

Yearbook Cover Contest Winner!

Thank you to everyone who submitted an entry for the Yearbook photo contest. We had 55 entries this year which was an outstanding turnout! Our 2021/2022 Yearbook Cover contest winner is: Evelyn Diaz Ruelas from Sr. Corral’s 2nd grade class! Congratulations Evelyn.

Help fill our Little Free Pantry!

Our Little Free Pantry needs some help .

Art Docent at Home - Heart Shaped Animals

If you love a challenge you’ll love this creativity exercise. Pick out a 2-D shape (circle, square, rectangle, triangle, etc) and see how many different animals you can create using a single shape. To help get you started, spend some time coloring these fun heart shaped animals.

Book Recommendations

Each month, the Briarcrest PTA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee will highlight a children’s book in each PTA newsletter that we think can be a powerful jumping off point for meaningful conversations with our kids.

Washington State PTA Recognizes Briarcrest PTA with the Platinum Membership Growth Award

Briarcrest PTA has recently been recognized by Washington State PTA as a Platinum Membership Growth Award recipient! PTAs are presented with this award for enrolling at least 20% more members this year compared to last year.