Dear Bernheim Community,
Thanks for another great week in Bruin Nation! Our students are engaged in lots of great learning all around the building. In 6th grade our students are beginning two Project Based Learning (PBL) opportunities in their Language Arts and Social Studies classes. Elsewhere students are learning new concepts like how to add and subtract rational numbers, construct science arguments, and design airplanes. Throughout all of these great learning opportunities students are developing skills found in the BCPS Graduate Profile like how to be productive collaborators and innovative problem solvers.
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.
PTSA
We look forward to working with our students’ parents throughout the year. If you are interested in joining the BMS PTSA please contact Mark Vibbert.
Please contact Stephanie Dillman at (502) 869-4000 for any questions about volunteering at BMS.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
BMS will be having our annual Mental Health Awareness Day on September 12, 2023. This day is provided to students per State law KRS156.095 which requires schools to proactively address concerns of mental health, depression, and suicide. To meet this requirement, the district provides a lesson every school year to students in grades 6-12. Our goals are to encourage conversations about mental health, help students understand how to report concerns and identify the adults here at BMS they can go to with concerns about themselves, a friend or classmate.
Please see the letter linked here for more information.
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
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 BMS Athletic Director james.carnes@bullitt.kyscchools.us
Girls Basketball- The girls had their first game of the season this week. They played well and fought hard against Eastside. We are looking forward to an exciting season. They travel to Zoneton on Tuesday and host Hebron on Thursday. Good luck ladies.
Cheerleading The Bruin Cheerleaders have started showing school spirit and are
getting ready for competition season! Shout out to the athletes who encourage Bruin Nation!
Archery - Open gyms and tryouts are coming, the first is September 18th, 2023. In order to stay, players are required to have an up to date KHSAA physical on file.
Upcoming Dates and Events
September 12 - Lady Bruins @ Zoneton
September 14 - Lady Bruins Vs Hebron
September 18 - Lady Bruins @ MWMS
September 19 - Lady Bruins Vs BLMS
September 21 - Lady Bruins Vs MWMS
September 22 - Bruin Bash
September 25 - Lady Bruins @ Eastside
September 28 - Lady Bruins Vs Zoneton
October 2 thru 6 - Fall Break
October 9 - No School -Teacher Bullitt Day
October 10 - Lady Bruins @ BLMS
October 12 - Lady Bruins @ Hebron
October 13 - Quarter 1 Ends
October 16 - SBDM
October 17 - Title 1 Literacy Night~ Be A Bruin Night
October 20 - House Bash
October 27- Picture Day Retakes
November 6 - No School~ Teacher Bullitt Day
November 7 - No School
November 14 - Bruins @ Eastside
November 16 - Bruins Vs MWMS
November 17 - Friendsgiving Dance-Must be passing and Free of Behavior events for the second nine weeks.
November 20 - Bruins @ BLMS
November 21 - Bruin Bash
November 21 - Bruins @ Zoneton
November 22 thru 24 - Thanksgiving Break
November 27 - Bruins VS Bardstown
November 28 - Bruins Vs Hebron
November 30 - Bruins Vs Eastside
December 1 -2 Archery Tournament
December 4 - Bruins @ MWMS
December 5 - Bruins Vs BLMS
December 11 - SBDM
December 14 - Band / Choir Concert
December 15 - House Bash
December 19 - Quarter 2 Ends
December 20 thru January 1 - Christmas Break
January 2 - Bullitt Day
MONDAY
Girls Basketball 3:00-4:45 pm
TUESDAY
Girls Basketball game @ Zoneton
Boys Open Gym for Boys Basketball 4:30-6:00 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 Game Against HMS! Doors open at 5:30pm $5 at the gate. Wear your Bruin Gear!!
Boys Open Gym 3:00-4:30 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 @henryclaytime 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
