Thank you for a great week in Bruin Nation! This week we have had the experts from Calhoun Construction Solar Energy Installation present to students in conjunction with their tiny home project in science and math. The Fire Department visits Ms. Ackermans STEM classes for their fire safety and investigation forensic unit. Students have completed ELS testing for the fall this week and have begun their Community Contributor Projects with their advisories! We are grateful for our BMS community!
FALL BREAK is October 5th through October 14th for students. We hope students are able to enjoy their time off and will be ready to work hard upon their return! We are already to the end of the first quarter, the year is flying by!
SCHOOL SAFETY
As we have seen a couple issues at BMS we are going to be incorporating a couple of assemblies in the near future. (Dates TBD) The first is presented by the CDW and County Attorney’s office. They are going to let students know the seriousness of making threats and how the law reacts to such events. Other schools in the district have had the same presentation and have benefited greatly. We want students to make wise decisions and know we are going to continue to keep BMS a safe learning environment for all.
The second assembly we are having is to inform students on the dangers of VAPING. We have seen an increase in this over the last couple of years and we are concerned for our students' health and wellbeing. The age that students are beginning to vape is getting younger and younger.
Our students' safety is our number one concern, and we want to do everything we can to ensure BMS has a safe and caring and school community.
SAME DAY TRANSPORTATION CHANGES??
Call the school before 2:30 pm.
Send a transportation change note to Ms. Jennifer Vittitoe at jennifer.vittitoe@bullitt.kyschools.us.
Be sure to speak with someone at the school and provide the written note. Please note: Due to overcrowding, students typically cannot ride home with friends.
PTSA
The PTSA is looking forward to having more parents join the team! Please reach out to Mark Vibbet for more information at mavibbert1@gmail.com . We appreciate our parents very much and would love to have more parent involvement in the PTSA.
We will be having elections for officers very soon.
Spirit Wear Flyers will be coming out soon as well! Contact the PTSA president, Mark Vibbert, to help out! mavibbert1@gmail.com
Please contact Stephanie Dillman at (502) 869-4000 for any questions about volunteering at BMS.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Our Advisories have started work on their Community Contributor Carnival Game. Each Advisory has chosen a non-profit to support and will collaborate to create a carnival game to raise money for their non-profit. We can’t wait to see what our students create!
We have had many students turn in their Work Ethic Certification Commitment Form. We would love to recognize your child at the end of the year with a Work Ethic Certificate! Please see the link here for more information.
If you have any questions or need counseling support, please feel free to email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us.
BMS CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
Please check out the BMS Class Highlights, where teachers will update you on all the activities happening this week! (Click here to visit).
BCPS is using the BCPS App and ROOMS for communication this year and into the future. Once you have signed up you are signed up for the rest of your students time here in BCPS. You can directly communicate with teachers and see lesson plans and materials in ROOMS. Thank you to those of you who have already signed up!
To stay on top of your student's progress, the best tool is the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. (Log in here) Make sure all Infinite Campus information is correct.
We’re here to support your student and family in any way we can, so don't hesitate to reach out.
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
Archery - Archery tryouts have been moved to Cedar Grove Elementary. Tryouts are Tuesday 10/1 and Thursday 10/3 from 6p-7p in the CGES gym. Please enter at the front door. Please ensure that you have an up-to-date KHSAA physical on file to participate. This season, the team will be limited in size, and all returning archers must also attend tryouts. We are seeking individuals who are coachable, possess skill, prioritize safety, and demonstrate strong academic performance, including good grades, attendance, and behavior.
Boys’ Basketball - Tryouts are this week Tuesday 10/1 and Wednesday 10/2 after school both days 3-4:30. A KHSAA physical and a completed permission slip must be submitted to Mr. Carnes to try out.
Cheer- Our cheerleaders are diligently preparing for upcoming competitions and continue to support our teams at BMS with enthusiasm and commitment at games. It was great to see their performances this week with two home games.
Girls’ Basketball- The girls' basketball team had a busy week, traveling to Bloomfield and hosting Mt. Washington and Eastside for games. The team continues to show great improvement. This week, the team will celebrate our 8th graders Tuesday night vs. Bullitt Lick. Games begin at 5:30 PM. We hope to see everyone come out and support our team!
MONDAY
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:30 pm
Cheer 5:30-7:30 @BC
Band Practice 3:00 to 4:15 PM
Academic Team 3:00-4:30
TUESDAY
Girls Basketball vs BLMS 8th Grade Night
Boys Basketball Tryouts 3:00-4:30
STLP interest meeting 3:15-4:15
WEDNESDAY
Boys Basketball Tryouts 3:00-4:30
Girls Basketball @ St. Gregory
Cheer 5:30-7:30 pm @ BC
Academic Team 3:00-4:30
Choir 3:00-4:30
College and Career Day
THURSDAY
Girls Basketball @ ZMS
Boys Basketball Practice 3:00-5:00 pm
Choir 3:00-4:30 pm
Archery Tryouts 6:00-7:00 @ CGES
FRIDAY
Boys Basketball Practice 3:00-5:00 pm
Choir 3:00-4:30 pm
High Five Friday Spirit Day! Greet folks with a High Five! Wear your BRUIN Gear
Check Out the Live Score Board for House Points!
Bruin Nation
House Competition
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Congratulations to our VIP Poster Students!
All Star Students of the Week
We do our best to keep you informed! BMS NewsBytes 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. Make sure you have downloaded the BCPS app and entered your students code for ROOMS. All information is there for teachers lessons! 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, X 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.
