Sign Up for Cultural Heritage Night!

We are happy to announce the return of the Bayard Rustin Elementary School Culture and Heritage Night, which will be held on Wednesday, October 11, from 6-7:30 PM. This will be an in-person celebration of the diverse student community at BRES!

  • We are working to plan the event, but we need your help. The most important part is highlighting the countries and cultures that make up our student body. There will be three ways to participate in the event:

  • Prepare a country/region/state display (ideas: science fair type display, food samples, artifacts, games, craft/art project, art display).

  • Participate in a Fashion Show with traditional dress from your country/region/state.

Perform a 1-2 minute song, dance, etc. in the gym. Please provide music to programs@BRESPTA.org by October

Register here by October 4, 2023 to participate. We will share more information about the event soon, so keep an eye on the BRES PTA website and Class Dojo!

August 25: Open House and Staff Appreciation Potluck (Sign Up!)

Help us kick off the school year with our BRES Staff Appreciation Lunch!

Decor for this event is "let the games begin" sports theme.

Sign-up here to contribute homemade or store bought food items, supplies, decorations, or drinks for our staff luncheon -- which will happen immediately after the BRES Open House (10:30-12:00) on Friday August 25, 2023. You can just drop it off on your way in to meet your teacher!

Please sign-up ASAP but no later than Thursday, August 24 so we can plan to buy more if needed with PTA funds. Thank you!

It takes everyone's help to make our teacher and staff appreciation luncheons a success! Questions? Contact president@brespta.org or cell phone 586.524.0997.

We Need *YOUR* Help! Volunteer with BRES PTA

We’re still looking for several BRES Volunteers for the 2023-2024 school year.

The new school year is right around the corner, and we are still searching for several positions on the PTA BoardVP of Fundraising, VP of Membership, Treasurer-Elect, and President-Elect (in training) — as well as the following non-board positions:

  • Sign Up Genius Superstar (Web based) (filled!!)

  • Teacher Appreciation Committee (Potlucks and decorating!)

  • Flyer Distribution (Print flyers and fill mailboxes bi-monthly)

  • Book Fair Captains - (In-Person Cash Handling October 5-13)

  • Food Truck Coordinator (Invite yummy trucks to our events — can be totally web-based)

By serving on the board or in a non-board position, you can contribute your skills, ideas, and passion to help create a positive environment that supports the growth and development of every child at our school.

A few more reasons to give your valuable time to help the BRES PTA:

  • Collaborate with Diverse Minds and Build Strong Relationships: The PTA offers a platform for families, teachers, and school administrators to come together to brainstorm and collaborate on innovative solutions for challenges facing our school community. In these PTA roles, your unique perspective and ideas will be valued and heard. This is also a fantastic way to connect with your school community and forge lasting friendships and partnerships that extend beyond the elementary school years.

  • Develop New Skills: NO EXPERIENCE is necessary (new Kindergarten parents especially – take note! We will train you!), and serving on the board or in a non-board position will help you enhance your leadership, communication, and organizational skills. 

  • Flexible Engagement: We understand that everyone has varying schedules and commitments. We value your time and offer flexible roles that cater to different levels of involvement. Your involvement absolutely CAN align with your availability and interests.

  • Support Our Children's Future and MAKE A DIFFERENCE: You'll have the chance to directly influence decisions that impact our school, from educational programs to extracurricular activities and beyond, and contribute to creating an environment where *all* students thrive.


Our PTA is a vital part of what makes BRES an incredible school and community. If you're interested in any of these positions or would just like to learn more about the available roles, please reach out to president@brespta.org.

AUGUST 19: BRES SUMMER PLAYDATE!

Make new friends and reconnect with old ones at our BRES summer play date! To help our rising K families connect, we’re asking them to arrive at 10am, with families with older kids welcome starting at 11am.

We can’t wait to see you soon!

WHEN: Saturday, August 19

WHERE: Dogwood Park, 800 Monroe St, Rockville