Blackland Prairie Leadership Academy
Round Rock ISD
Join us on Thursday, May 14, as we celebrate School Nurse Day at Blackland Prairie Elementary. We want to show our appreciation for Nurse Krissy and all she does to keep our Wildcats healthy and safe.
Students and staff are encouraged to wear scrubs, lab coats, or purple to join the celebration. We look forward to seeing everyone in their finest medical gear!
Students and staff are encouraged to wear scrubs, lab coats, or purple to join the celebration. We look forward to seeing everyone in their finest medical gear!
We are proud to celebrate Jennifer Zavaglia as our April Staff of the Month! Jennifer has been an incredible addition to the BPE Family this school year. She consistently goes above and beyond to support her students, creating engaging and meaningful lessons that truly connect with them and bring learning to life.
During PLCs, Jennifer is always willing to share innovative ideas and collaborates thoughtfully with her team, helping to strengthen math instruction across the prairie. Her dedication, positivity, and commitment to student success make a lasting impact on both her students and colleagues.
Congratulations, Jennifer, and thank you for all you do for Blackland Prairie!
During PLCs, Jennifer is always willing to share innovative ideas and collaborates thoughtfully with her team, helping to strengthen math instruction across the prairie. Her dedication, positivity, and commitment to student success make a lasting impact on both her students and colleagues.
Congratulations, Jennifer, and thank you for all you do for Blackland Prairie!
On Friday, May 1, Blackland Prairie Elementary celebrated School Principal Day. The staff honored Ms. Borunda for her exceptional leadership and commitment to excellence. Special appreciation goes to Ms. Cubias in our front office for designing and creating custom gift items, including personalized balloons and treats, to mark the occasion. It was a wonderful day spent recognizing the person who sets the standard for our school community!
Hello Wildcat families. Check out this week's edition of the Wildcat Weekly for important updates on Teacher Appreciation Week and upcoming end of year celebrations out on the Prairie.
- Help us celebrate Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week from May 4th through May 8th with daily themed activities.
- Join us Friday, May 8th from 7:10 AM to 7:40 AM for Donuts with Mom or a special someone.
- Register online to attend our Leadership Day on Friday, May 8th from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
- Please submit nominations for May Staff of the Month by Wednesday, May 6th.
- Complete the Returning Student Form for the 2026-2027 school year to help us plan for next year.
We look forward to seeing everyone at our campus events this week. You can read the full newsletter at the link below:
https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-may-4th-2026
It has been a busy and rewarding week at Blackland Prairie Elementary as we celebrate the community that makes our school special.
Our Kindergarten students led our final Habit Rally of the school year by sharing their mission statements and celebrating our leadership principles with the entire school.
We also hosted our annual Volunteer Breakfast in the library to show our sincere appreciation for the dedicated family members who support our students and staff throughout the year.
Additionally, the PTA kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week by transforming our hallways with creative and thoughtful door decorations to honor our educators.
We are so grateful for the hard work of our students, the generosity of our volunteers, and the constant support of our PTA. It is a great time to be a Wildcat on the Prairie!
Our Kindergarten students led our final Habit Rally of the school year by sharing their mission statements and celebrating our leadership principles with the entire school.
We also hosted our annual Volunteer Breakfast in the library to show our sincere appreciation for the dedicated family members who support our students and staff throughout the year.
Additionally, the PTA kicked off Teacher Appreciation Week by transforming our hallways with creative and thoughtful door decorations to honor our educators.
We are so grateful for the hard work of our students, the generosity of our volunteers, and the constant support of our PTA. It is a great time to be a Wildcat on the Prairie!
Our third grade Wildcats recently participated in a Living Wax Museum in the library. Students spent weeks researching influential figures and then prepared speeches to share their knowledge with the community. During the event, students dressed in costumes and stood as "statues" until visitors activated them to hear about their lives and contributions. We are proud of our students for their hard work and for sharing these stories with such poise and enthusiasm.
We are thrilled to announce that our Staff of the Week is Mr. Crawford from 3rd Grade.
Mr. Crawford brings incredible positive energy to Blackland Prairie Elementary every single day. He has a special talent for making math and science come alive, creating fun learning experiences that his students love. Beyond the classroom, he is always ready to lend a helping hand to others with sincerity and kindness. We are so grateful for the impact he makes on our students and staff.
Please join us in celebrating Mr. Crawford and his dedication to our Wildcats.
Mr. Crawford brings incredible positive energy to Blackland Prairie Elementary every single day. He has a special talent for making math and science come alive, creating fun learning experiences that his students love. Beyond the classroom, he is always ready to lend a helping hand to others with sincerity and kindness. We are so grateful for the impact he makes on our students and staff.
Please join us in celebrating Mr. Crawford and his dedication to our Wildcats.
We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Arconti is our Staff of the Month for March! Ms. Arconti truly shines as a valued member of our Blackland Prairie team. She is always smiling, welcoming, and ready to lend a helping hand wherever it is needed.
Her positive attitude is contagious, and she consistently goes above and beyond to support both our students and staff. We are so grateful for the care, dedication, and joy she brings to our campus each day. Blackland Prairie is better because of her! Please join us in congratulating Ms. Arconti for this well deserved recognition.
Her positive attitude is contagious, and she consistently goes above and beyond to support both our students and staff. We are so grateful for the care, dedication, and joy she brings to our campus each day. Blackland Prairie is better because of her! Please join us in congratulating Ms. Arconti for this well deserved recognition.
Hello Blackland Prairie families. Please take a moment to review the latest edition of the Wildcat Weekly for important updates and upcoming events happening on the Prairie as we head into the final weeks of the school year.
- We are celebrating our volunteers with an Appreciation Breakfast this Friday, May 1.
- Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is scheduled for May 4 through May 8 with daily themes to honor our educators.
- Please RSVP for Leadership Day on Friday, May 8, to see our students showcase their growth and core school values.
- Monday, May 11, is Reading and Math Day where students can wear pajamas or dress as their favorite book character.
- Action items: Please complete the 2026-2027 Returning Student Form and the Optional Parent Input Survey to help us plan for next year.
You can read the full newsletter at the following link: https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-april-27th-2026
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
- We are celebrating our volunteers with an Appreciation Breakfast this Friday, May 1.
- Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is scheduled for May 4 through May 8 with daily themes to honor our educators.
- Please RSVP for Leadership Day on Friday, May 8, to see our students showcase their growth and core school values.
- Monday, May 11, is Reading and Math Day where students can wear pajamas or dress as their favorite book character.
- Action items: Please complete the 2026-2027 Returning Student Form and the Optional Parent Input Survey to help us plan for next year.
You can read the full newsletter at the following link: https://roundrockisd.edurooms.com/engage/blackland-prairie/newsletters/the-wildcat-weekly-april-27th-2026
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
It is time to celebrate our wonderful leader at Blackland Prairie Elementary. Friday, May 1, we are observing Principal Day to honor Ms. Borunda.
We invite all students and staff to dress like royalty for the day to show our appreciation for her dedication to our school. Whether it is a crown, a cape, or your finest regal attire, let us make it a special day on the Prairie.
We invite all students and staff to dress like royalty for the day to show our appreciation for her dedication to our school. Whether it is a crown, a cape, or your finest regal attire, let us make it a special day on the Prairie.
We are excited to invite everyone to our Enrollment Extravaganza and Virtual Academy Info Sessions event on May 2. Walk in, walk out enrolled!
New to the district? Returning students? Want to register for available summer camps? Just want to come and ask some questions? Come by from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Pearson Ranch Middle School to meet with us.
✅ New in-district & out-of-district student enrollment & annual forms.
✅ Summer camp sign-ups.
✅ Learn about virtual learning.
✅ Fun activities + refreshments for students.
✅ Get answers from our experts.
Enrolling a new student? Make sure to bring these documents:
Student’s certified birth certificate,
Immunization records,
Proof of residence within the school district boundaries, or bring your district transfer approval.
The last report card or withdrawal form from the prior school district (if available), and
The student’s Social Security Card (if available).
Need more info? Check out our District Enrollment Webpage www.roundrockisd.org/enroll
New to the district? Returning students? Want to register for available summer camps? Just want to come and ask some questions? Come by from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Pearson Ranch Middle School to meet with us.
✅ New in-district & out-of-district student enrollment & annual forms.
✅ Summer camp sign-ups.
✅ Learn about virtual learning.
✅ Fun activities + refreshments for students.
✅ Get answers from our experts.
Enrolling a new student? Make sure to bring these documents:
Student’s certified birth certificate,
Immunization records,
Proof of residence within the school district boundaries, or bring your district transfer approval.
The last report card or withdrawal form from the prior school district (if available), and
The student’s Social Security Card (if available).
Need more info? Check out our District Enrollment Webpage www.roundrockisd.org/enroll
Did you know YOU are the "Secret Sauce" to our success?
Leadership is a team sport, and at BPE, we believe "Together is Better." Leadership Day is our favorite way to Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw by celebrating our progress with the community. Having an authentic audience to present to is what makes this experience real for our students. Your presence for the full two-hour event provides the encouragement they need to keep growing as responsible citizens. We can't wait to welcome you into the BPE Family!
Please click here to RSVP and join us on Friday, May 8th from 8:30 – 10:30 AM.
Blackland Prairie Elementary is getting ready to celebrate Administrative Professional Day. On Thursday, April 23, we want to honor our amazing office staff, Ms. Margo, Ms. Doreen, and Ms. Evelyn.
These three are the true rock stars of the Prairie. To show our appreciation, all Wildcats are invited to dress up as rock stars this coming Thursday. We look forward to seeing everyone in their best rock and roll attire to celebrate our wonderful team.
These three are the true rock stars of the Prairie. To show our appreciation, all Wildcats are invited to dress up as rock stars this coming Thursday. We look forward to seeing everyone in their best rock and roll attire to celebrate our wonderful team.
Harvesting Phil (our potato plant) was super exciting for our Lil' Farmers on The Prairie! We were able to take our loot and make some yummy hash browns!
Take a look at the amazing writing happening in our first grade classrooms! We are growing and developing incredible young writers here on the prairie!
Hello, Blackland Prairie Families. We are so proud of our third through fifth grade Wildcats for their hard work on the RLA STAAR test this week. It was also wonderful to celebrate our Assistant Principals and practice Habit 7 by taking time to sharpen the saw.
Leadership Day is Friday, May 8, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM. Please RSVP to join us as our students showcase their growth.
STAAR testing continues with 5th Grade Science on April 14. Note that the campus is closed to visitors on all testing dates.
Upcoming performances for 2nd Grade (April 14), 1st Grade (April 15), and Kindergarten (April 16) all begin at 6:00 PM in the cafeteria.
Please complete your child's re-enrollment forms online and check the Lost and Found before items are donated on May 1.
Library books are due by May 8. Parents can now manage library accounts and view checkouts through the new Insignia system.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our students. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events.
Did you know our students are mastering real-world "Soft Skills"?
When you visit BPE on May 8th, you won’t just see classrooms; you’ll see Habit 6: Synergy in action. Our student ambassadors are preparing to greet you with firm handshakes and clear eye contact, while our keynote speakers tackle the "big fear" of public speaking head-on. You’ll even get a one-on-one look at their Leadership Data Notebooks, where students use Habit 5 to listen and share their academic growth with confidence.
Please click here to RSVP and join us on Friday, May 8th from 8:30 – 10:30 AM
Big congratulations to our Staff of the Week, Nurse Krissy Myers!
Nurse Krissy truly goes above and beyond in supporting both our students and staff at Blackland Prairie. Whether she is responding quickly to a medical need or advocating for the well-being of others, she always does so with a warm smile and a positive attitude.
We are so grateful for the care and compassion she brings to the Prairie every day. Please join us in celebrating Nurse Krissy for her incredible dedication to our Wildcat family!
Nurse Krissy truly goes above and beyond in supporting both our students and staff at Blackland Prairie. Whether she is responding quickly to a medical need or advocating for the well-being of others, she always does so with a warm smile and a positive attitude.
We are so grateful for the care and compassion she brings to the Prairie every day. Please join us in celebrating Nurse Krissy for her incredible dedication to our Wildcat family!
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news with our community. Assistant Principal Mandi Vogel has been named the 2026 National Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year for Texas!
Please join us in celebrating her leadership and accomplishments.
- Recognized by the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) for her outstanding contributions to education.
- Spearheaded a comprehensive overhaul of the Student Support Team (SST) process to provide targeted support for every student.
- Established a step by step Professional Learning Community (PLC) process to enhance teacher collaboration.
- Will be honored at the TEPSA Legacy Celebration Dinner on June 8 and featured on the National Association of Elementary School Principals website.
Congratulations to Ms. Vogel on this well deserved honor and thank you for your dedication to the Wildcats.
Full article: https://blacklandprairie.roundrockisd.org/o/blacklandprairie/article/2808467
Our Functional Learning Center class at Blackland Prairie Elementary recently participated in a Silly Spring Day activity. To encourage independent speech and the use of assistive technology, students utilized their communication devices to select adjectives and nouns for a collaborative story. This hands-on lesson allowed students to explore the outdoors while practicing essential literacy and communication skills in a fun, inclusive environment.
