Dear Bernheim Community,
Bruin Nation has had a great week. Not So Scary Halloween was fantastic, students did a great job dressing up, and were so well behaved! Students have been working hard this week and we are so proud of all the wonderful work they are doing. Students have been busy with great learning experiences all over the school in which they are practicing math by designing a food truck business, creating museums about ancient innovations to present to other grade levels, learning effective discourse skills, and planning water scarcity fundraisers for communities across the globe.
ACCOUNTABILITY AT A GLANCE
This week the Kentucky Department of Education released the scores from last spring. Attached you will find a simplified version of that information. BMS has many things to celebrate and of course there's room for growth. We were ranked “Green '' on the indicator for Science, Social Studies and Writing as well as the Quality of School Climate. In Reading and Math we were ranked “Yellow” for an overall ranking of “Yellow”. We were again identified as a TSI school as a result of an achievement gap between general education students and students with disabilities.
We are proud of BMS students and staffulty for all their hard work. We showed growth in several areas. We will continue to work hard to create a legacy of excellence for all BMS students. Thank you for your continued support and belief in your students and staff of Bernheim Middle School.
FRIENDSGIVING DANCE
We look forward to the Friendsgiving Dance on November 17th. $5 entry fee, must be passing all classes and free of major behavior events. We hope to see all students there!
NEED EXTRA HELP????
Thursdays at BMS from 3:00-4:00 pm we have Academic Support. We have already started and several have already stayed. Please reach out to Ms. Chloe Dabrowski at chloe.dabrowski@bullitt.kyschools if you would like to make sure your student is on the list to stay! We want to support your student any way we can.
VETERANS DAY
Thank you to all the men and women who have served this great country. We are going to have our annual Veterans day Ceremony on Friday November 10th. We are asking all students and staffulty to wear RED, WHITE AND BLUE on Friday, November 10th. We are also requesting photos of family members who have or are currently serving in our armed forces. We need the photos by Wednesday, Nov. 8th to aid us in honoring our Veterans on Nov. 10th. Please fill out this form or email your info and photos to Ms. Watkins at april.watkins3@bullitt.kyschools.us If you sent in a photo last year, we have it and will use that photo again this year. Thank you for your help in honoring all of our veterans! https://forms.gle/QrgzDcmTtMr7vo1J7
TRANSPORTATION CHANGES??
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.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Please reach out if you have any needs for your student. We strive to create a wonderful learning space for your students and know middle school is challenging. Please let me know how I can help!
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
Work Ethic Certification Information linked here.
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 2023 Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Amanda Korby for being voted the BMS 2023 Teacher of the Year. She has a heart of gold, truly loves her students and is dedicated to making them feel seen, heard and loved. She is an active member of our school’s Culture, Climate and Collaboration Committee and helps to build a wonderful culture of celebration for students. She consistently seeks ways to improve student learning and success and hopes that all students grow not just in math, but as wonderful human beings.
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
Boys’ Basketball: The boys had a good start to their season this week winning 2 of the 3 games against the Zoneton Timberwolves Thursday night. They will play again this Thursday away vs. Hebron.
Archery - The team is busy at practice in preparation for another successful season.
Cheerleading- The Cheer Squad will be back again this weekend with another competition. Good luck ladies.
Volleyball - It’s that time again. The volleyball will be hosting multiple open gyms the month of November. The first is this Monday and Thursday at BMS from 4:30-6. You must have an up to date KHSAA physical on file to come. This is not part of tryouts or a mandatory event.
Upcoming Dates and Events
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 - Bruins @ Zoneton
November 22 thru 24 - Thanksgiving Break
November 27- High School Visit from BCHS for 8th grade class
November 27 - Bruins VS Bardstown
November 28 - Bruins Vs Hebron
November 29-8th graders visit BCHS
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 19 - Bruin Bash
December 20 thru January 1 - Christmas Break
January 2 - Bullitt Day
MONDAY
NO SCHOOL-BULLITT DAY
TUESDAY
NO SCHOOL-ELECTION DAY
WEDNESDAY
Boys Basketball 3:00-4:30
Cheer 5:30-7:30
Academic Team Practice
COLLEGE AND CAREER SPIRIT DAY
THURSDAY
Volleyball 4:30-6:00 pm Open Gym Must have KHSAA physical on file
Archery 6:00-7:30 pm
ACADEMIC SUPPORT 3:00-4:00 Please reach out to Ms. Dabrowski if you would like your student to have extra help!
FRIDAY
FCA in the morning in Ms. Loudermilks room!Have your pass.
High Five Friday Spirit Day! Wear RED, WHITE AND BLUE for our Veterans Day Assembly.
Boys Basketball Practice 3:00-5:00
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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STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
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
