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Welcome to the Spring Semester

Welcome to the second term of the school year! While it may still feel like winter in Brooklyn, the spring semester is officially here. We are excited to see our students back in the building and ready to learn.
 
Our Student Government is proud to present an extended Spirit Week!
We encourage all students to participate and show their school #BartonPanther Pride.
- Tuesday 1/27 Staff & Student Swap Day
- Wednesday 1/28 Twin Day /Rhyme without Reason
- Thursday 1/29 Dress Your Type
- Friday 1/30 Barton Gear
- Monday 2/9 00s Day
- Tuesday 2/3 Pajama Day
- Wednesday 2/4 Battle of the colors Pink Vs Grey
- Thursday 2/5 Meme Character Day
- Friday 1/6 Black Out/Rock Out Day

 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
Are you looking for a summer job? We are hosting informational sessions and application workshops to help students apply for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).
When: Tuesday, 2/3 and Thursday, 2/5
Time: During your lunch period
Where: School Library
Important Reminder: Students must have their Social Security number to complete the application. Please ensure your student has a copy or the number written down in a secure place.
 
Connecting with Families
Our next PTA Meeting will be on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 7pm. We look forward to seeing you virtually!

Celebrating Black History Month
This February, we are honoring Black History Month through research, daily trivia, and the arts.
- Each week, we will highlight notable individuals who have shaped our culture and history. We encourage students to research these figures to learn about their lasting impact on society.
- Join our daily trivia contest! Submit your answers in the library by 3:00 PM each day. Correct entries will be entered into a raffle for prizes.
- Students are invited to submit original poems focused on justice, empathy, compassion, and inclusion.
Prizes: The top three submissions will receive awards.
Grand Prize: The winning poem will be performed during our Black History Month Showcase on February 26th.
 
Stay Connected
Check your student email regularly for updates on upcoming field trips and college tours. Let’s focus on academics and start this semester #BartonStrong!

News & Announcements

1/30 Senior Night

On Friday, January 30th come see the Junior Varsity Boys Game at 3:30pm and the Varsity Boys Game at 5pm FREE for #BartonPanther Seniors w/valid CBHS ID
January 30, 2026 Senior Night Invitation

10/31 Costume Contest

Prizes awarded by grade, please note - no masks, all attire must be appropriate for school and props cannot include anything usually not allowed in school.
October Costume Contest

10/24 Homecoming & Afterparty

Join us on 10/24 for Homecoming from 4pm-5pm and then the Afterparty from 5pm-10pm free for #BartonPanthers, Outsiders $10 with valid HS ID - No door sales! See Ms Mclean or Ms Cobb for details
Homecoming 4-5, Afterparty 5-10

June PTA Meeting - Elections

Dear families, you are invited to our final PTA meeting of the school year. Please join us to count your voice in our 2025-2026 elections at this in person meeting.
June 10 2025 PTA Meeting Invitation

5/30 Sports Awards Dinner

We will honor our athlete scholars at our Annual Sports Awards Dinner on Friday, May 30, 2025 from 4pm-9pm
sports awards dinner invitation

5/1 National Decision Day

Join us ass we celebrate you at your national decision day celebration, with food, games and music! Please submit your commitment form once you have committed to a college, career or military.
National Decision Day Celebration invitation

Spring PTC

Spring Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Click the link to register.
Spring PTC 3/20/2025

3/1 HBCU Fair

Check out the 2025 HBCU college fair Saturday 3/1/25 from 10am-4pm at Middle School 257 in Brooklyn. This year is the 42nd annual fair and the theme is HBCUs: The Legacy, The Experience, The Culture...THERE’S NO ONE LIKE US!
HBCU Fair 3/1 at MS 267
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