Dear Bernheim Community,
It’s been an amazing week here in Bruin Nation! Our students have been hard at work on lots of awesome projects and learning experiences. Our 8th graders began thinking about their eventual transition to high school with a visit to Bullitt Central this week. It’s hard to believe we are already almost halfway through the school year. As December and the holiday season is upon us our school is taking an opportunity to engage our students in a school wide service learning project. This week our students launched our Community Contributor Food Drive to benefit the Lebanon Junction Turnaround Center. Students will be working with their advisory crews to promote this food drive while also earning House Points. Any donations of non-perishable food items can be sent in with your child through December 18th. We appreciate all of your support as our students learn about ways they can continue to give back and serve their local community!
Upcoming December Spirit Days
MIDYEAR ASSESSMENTS
Students will be assessed in Reading and Math in ELS Testing this week. This assessment replaced the benchmark assessments the district used previously. No matter what brand of assessment students take they need to do their absolute best. This data determines their opportunity for a variety of course work and classes and showing best effort on assessments will be used as part of their eligibility for the Bruin Bash on 12/19/23. Students need to have their Chromebooks and chargers, and Chromebooks need to be charged when they get to school. We can't wait to see how much students have grown!
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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.
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
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
Work Ethic Certification Information linked here.
BMS CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
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.kyschools.us
Boys’ Basketball: The boys will wrap up regular season play this week by traveling to Mt. Washington on Monday and host Bullitt Lick on Wednesday which will be 8th grade night. We will be recognizing our 8th grade cheerleaders and basketball players. 6th grade will start their tournament on Thursday. Good luck boys.
Archery - The archery team is hosting a Saturday tournament at BMS. Good luck archers. We hope to have good results to share next week.
Cheerleading- Our cheerleading squad continues to do a great job supporting our basketball team and preparing for their first ever state competition. Keep up the good work.
Volleyball - The volleyball team will host another open gym Monday 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. Tryouts for the team will be December 11, 12, and 13.
Upcoming Dates and Events
December 4 - Bruins @ MWMS
DECEMBER 4 - READING ELS TESTING
December 5 - Bruins Vs BLMS
DECEMBER 7- MATH ELS TESTING
December 11 - SBDM @4:00 pm
December 14 - Band / Choir Concert -6:00PM
December 15 - House Bash
December 19 - Quarter 2 Ends
December 19 - Bruin Bash- Must have at least a C in all classes, no major behavior events from 12/1/23 and have given BEST EFFORT ON ELS TESTING
December 20 thru January 1 - Christmas Break
January 2 - Bullitt Day
MONDAY
Reading Assessment
MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DO YOUR BEST! HAVE YOUR CHROMEBOOK, MAKE SURE IT IS CHARGED AND BRING YOUR CHARGER!
Boys Basketball @ MWMS
Volleyball 4:30-6:00 pm
Academic Team Match at 5:30
Chess Practice 3:00-4:30 pm
TUESDAY
Boys Basketball 3:00-4:30 pm
Cheer 5:30-7:30 pm
WEDNESDAY
COLLEGE AND CAREER SPIRIT DAY!
Boys Basketball vs BLMS
Academic Team practice at 3:00-4:30 pm
Band Practice 3:00-4:00 pm
THURSDAY
MATH Assessment
MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO DO YOUR BEST! HAVE YOUR CHROMEBOOK, MAKE SURE IT IS CHARGED AND BRING YOUR CHARGER!
ACADEMIC SUPPORT 3:00-4:00 pm Contact Ms. Dabrowski if you would like to add your student to the list of kids staying for extra support.
Boys Basketball practice 3:00-4:30 pm
Boys Basketball 6th Grade Tournament 5:30 pm
FRIDAY
Boys Basketball 6th Grade Tournament 5:30 pm
WEAR YOUR BRUIN GEAR! OR HOUSE COLORS FOR HOUSE POINTS!!!!
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
