It’s been an amazing first full week of school here in Bruin Nation! Our students across the building have been engaged in activities that are building their classroom communities while also allowing them to learn expectations, procedures, and routines. They’ve been diving into content as well with classes already reading short stories, working on art projects, completing science investigations, analyzing historical sources, and solving complex math problems. We are so excited about this school year and know that our students are going to learn so much this year!
TRANSPORTATION CHANGES??
YOU MUST call the school no later than 2:30 pm! The cut off time is crucial to help make sure your students are given the information prior to dismissal. If you need to make a change to transportation during the day, call the school prior to 2:30 pm and then send in a transportation change note to Ms Jennifer Vittitoe jennifer.vittitoe@bullitt.kyschools.us You must call in to speak with someone and a written note will be required.
Due to overcrowding on some bus routes students will not be permitted to ride home with friends as a rule.
Bus Riders and CAR Riders-
All students will be coming home Monday with new Car Rider Tags. We are giving tags to all students in the event that we have buses not running in the afternoon. These Car Rider Tags must be displayed on the dash of the car picking up the student beginning Tuesday, August 22nd. If the tag is not displayed, BMS staff may be asking to see the ID of the person picking up the student and that he/she is permitted to pick the student up. This will surely slow the car rider line down if the tags are not displayed. Please help us out with this process. Please contact the school if you will need an additional car rider tag.
If your student generally rides the bus, it would be a good idea to store this tag in your glove compartment until the day comes that you need to pick your student up during a possible bus outage. We ask for your patience and understanding in this added layer of protection for your child.
PTSA
Please join the BMS PTSA! They are such a huge support to students, staff and the community!
PTSA Spirit Wear Sales!
PTSA will be selling spirit wear soon, so be on the lookout for those flyers and information! Find the link here orderform.pdf
We look forward to seeing your students in Spirit Wear every Friday!
Mark Vibbert is the BMS PTSA school president. Reach out to him if you would like to help out! Please reach out to help support the BMS PTSA.
Please contact Stephanie Dillman at (502) 869-4000 for any questions about volunteering at BMS.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Students' Advisory period is an important part of their day. Students work through College and Career studies and Character Education connections with their mentor teachers. We are striving to help all students grow in all areas and we are so proud of what they have accomplished.
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
YOUTH SERVICE CENTER
Welcome to Ms. Katrina Haydon, our Youth Service Center Coordinator here at BMS. She is excited to be a part of Bernheim and serve the community. She has at least five years of experience as a YSC. She comes to us from Nelson County and is excited to work with families and students! Please feel free to contact her at 502-869-4000 or email her at katrina.haydon@bullitt.kyschools.us.
BMS CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
Please visit the BMS Class Highlights, teachers will be updating all the class goings on this week! (linked here) You will find teachers' websites linked along with a brief update of what is going on in class. Teachers have linked materials, resources and items they use in class. The number one way to stay on top of your student's progress is through the infinite campus/parent portal. (log on page linked) We are here to support your student and family in any way we can, please feel free to reach out.
BMS Athletics
ATHLETES : Please know that student athletes are held to a high standard. Their grades and conduct will be checked weekly. Students must be passing all classes to play for BMS as well be in good standing with their conduct. If you have questions about athletics please contact james.carnes@bullitt.kyscchools.us
Central Football
Good luck to the following BMS students in their Central Football game this weekend.
MONDAY
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00pm-5:00pm
TUESDAY
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:45 pm
WEDNESDAY
COLLEGE AND CAREER DAY! WEAR YOUR FAVORITE COLLEGE AND CAREER SHIRTS FOR HOUSE POINTS.
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:45 pm
Cheer 5:30-7:30 pm
THURSDAY
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:45 pm
FRIDAY
High Five Friday Spirit Day! Wear Bruin Gear or Your House Color! Greet folks with a High Five!
Which House is Winning This week? BMS has a house system that is based on students' year of graduation. Each house can earn points based on areas that are linked to the Bruin Way. Points are earned by the percentage of the house on the honor roll, free from referrals, attendance, school spirit, showing responsibility for yourself and others, participation in community service, random acts of kindness, and more!
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WE ARE SO PROUD OF THE ALL STAR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK, CHECK IT OUT!
Keep Being Amazing Bruin Nation!!!
We do our best to keep you informed! BMS News Bytes is our weekly newsletter, favorite this blog and the school website. BMS Class Highlights includes each teacher's snapshot about what's going on in class. The school website has all forms, information, calendar updates and district information you might need. Individual teacher websites are extremely useful to both students and parents. It is important that you log into Parent Portal and choose the option to receive email and texts from the school. Not only can you view your students grades, attendance and other information it is also a great communication tool to keep you connected. Lastly, please follow us on social media including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We also have @hentryclaytime on Instagram to keep up with the antics of our school therapy dog. As you can see we want to make every effort to stay connected with families.
Thank you again for providing us the opportunity to serve you and your students.
#BruinBold #GoBruins! #bmsbebold
