Flint, MI — November 13, 2024 – Flint Community Schools is excited to invite families, scholars, staff, and community members to a Homecoming Celebration and Open House for Brownell STEM Academy and Holmes STEM Middle Schools Academy. The event marks a significant milestone as we gather to honor the progress made in revitalizing our beloved schools. Due to continued construction on the Cube, playgrounds, and track areas, the Ribbon Cuttings originally scheduled for November 22, 2024, will be rescheduled, we will schedule the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially mark the conclusion of the full renovation project. We believe this will also allow us to engage more meaningfully with the entire Flint community, which has been integral to this journey.
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation has generously granted $14 million to Flint Community Schools to support renovations to the Brownell STEM Academy and Holmes STEM Middle School campus on the city’s north side. Additionally, Flint Community Schools utilized $26 million in federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to renovate the campus, which, between both schools, is capable of providing educational opportunities to more than 600 scholars from 6 weeks old through eighth grade.
Campus improvements include:
Upgrading the façade on each building.
A newly developed and renovated Early Childhood wing servicing scholars from 6 weeks to 4 years old.
Two new dedicated age-appropriate playgrounds for Brownell STEM Academy:
o An early childhood playground.
o An elementary playground.
Replacement of the running track.
Updating the football field.
Installing basketball courts.
Rerouting the parking lot to support traffic flow to The Cube and the early childhood wing.
Constructing a new community hub, referred to as “The Cube.”
The Cube is a prominent feature of the renovations, a 5,000-square-foot building specifically designed to serve as a flexible community space. The Cube will be accessible to scholars, staff, residents, and the broader community throughout the school day, with extended hours on mornings, evenings, and weekends. The Cube can host a variety of events such as neighborhood meetings, adult education classes, recreational activities for all ages, senior services, and afterschool programming, addressing diverse community needs. The Flint Center for Educational Excellence and the Brownell-Holmes Neighborhood Association will collaborate to actively support and coordinate activities within the Cube, fostering a strong community partnership. The Cube will serve as a central hub for collaboration and community engagement, promoting unity, empowerment, and community cohesion among residents to strengthen bonds within the community. By providing a versatile space for diverse events and programs, the Cube aims to directly enhance the overall well-being and connectivity of the neighborhood, fostering a vibrant and connected community.
Homecoming Celebrations and Open Houses
The Homecoming Celebrations (a pep rally for the school community) and Open Houses (open to the entire community) will feature engaging activities, school tours, and opportunities to reconnect with our vibrant educational community. Scholars, school leaders, and key partners such as the Brownell Neighborhood Association, Mott Foundation, The Flint Center for Excellence in Education, and many more will join together to commemorate this occasion and reflect on the unwavering commitment of Flint Community Schools to providing innovative learning environments and a brighter future for all scholars.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the accomplishments thus far and eagerly anticipate the future completion of the Cube, playgrounds, and track areas,” said Kevelin Jones, Superintendent of Flint Community Schools. “This Homecoming Celebration and Open House is a testament to the resilience and spirit of our school community, and we are grateful for the ongoing support of our scholars, staff, families, and partners.”
Event Details:
Brownell STEM Academy, 6302 Oxley Drive, Flint, Michigan 48504
Date: November 25, 2024
Homecoming Celebration - Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (PEP RALLY for the school community)
Open House - Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm (Join us for the Open House - All are welcome!)
Holmes STEM Middle School Academy, 6602 Oxley Dr, Flint, MI 48504
Date: November 22, 2024
Holmes Homecoming Celebration – Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm (PEP RALLY for the school community)
Holmes Open House – Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Join us for the Open House - All are welcome!)
Activities: Tours, meet and greets, and more.
We encourage the entire Flint community to join us for this momentous occasion as we celebrate our shared achievements and look forward to what’s ahead for Brownell STEM Academy and Holmes STEM Middle Schools Academy. Please stay tuned for the announcement of the Ribbon Cutting ceremonies, at a later date.
About Flint Community Schools
Flint Community Schools serves the city of Flint with a focus on preparing students for a lifetime of success. Our commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and continuous improvement drives our efforts to provide a world-class education for every scholar. Flint Community Schools is committed to creating a safe and welcoming learning environment that enables every scholar to succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. Through partnerships with local organizations, FCS seeks to provide holistic support that addresses the diverse needs of its scholars and families.
RE-ENERGIZING THE PRIDE, RENOVATING THE PLANS, REBUILDING THE POSSIBILITIES, and REPURPOSING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE!
Press release link: https://5il.co/3113h