Dear BMS Community,
It is very hard to believe we are almost in MAY! Though the second semester has been a
little inconsistent, (and Friday will be Oaks Day-No School) our teachers and students are totally game on! As I visit classrooms students are working very hard on their MAP assessments and those classrooms who aren't testing are working on meaningful learning experiences. Sixth graders are reading the book A Long Walk To Water, and making all sorts of connections to the world in which they live. They are learning about resilience and how to make a difference for their community. Our eighth graders are reflecting on how the civil war will be remembered in future generations and are asking extraordinary questions. Our seventh graders are studying the science of genetics and learning about how scientists work. They too are asking extraordinary questions and wondering about what the limitations of science might be as we move into the future. There are so many high level questions being asked by our young people I am confident the future is in good hands! We have great kids here at BMS and I am so proud of them. 
We are so excited about next year for the upcoming 5th graders to join Bruin Nation. We finally had the opportunity for LJ and CG 5th grade students to come to BMS, see what "the house" looks like and get to participate in Dollars and Sense. We want to thank Ms. Tiffany Jenkins and Ms. Tammy Perdew as well as all the teachers and staff who organized the event! It was fantastic and the 5th grade students did an outstanding job! Bruin Nation is growing and we are excited for them to join us! 
BMS Student Leadership Workshop
Fifty-three students from all three grade levels participated in the BMS Student Leadership Workshop. They did a fantastic job and worked hard all day. With their input we will continue to move toward creating the absolute best learning environment for students that we possibly can. We believe creativity and innovation starts at the heart of where it matters most, out students. We are grateful for their hard work and extraordinary efforts when it comes to "Being the Change". Students walked away with some great insights one of which is that each individual has the power to make a difference on the world around them. 
There are so many more great things coming up for students! Please encourage them, be here, to stay focused and to do their best.
Please keep reading for more information!
PTSA NEWS:
Our PTSA is busy, busy, busy working on so many things lately, they could us your help in several different ways not only this year but they are looking for volunteers for next year too! Please feel free to contact Ms. Angela Harper if you are interested in helping. (agharper502@gmail.com )
PTSA will be holding our parent SBDM elections between April 30th and May 3rd. Information will be posted on the PTSA Facebook page as well as hard copies will be available in the front office with Ms. Veatch.
PTSA is holding elections for the PTSA officers, please see the PTSA website and look for more information from them regarding this process.
THANK YOU TO THE BMS PSTA FOR ALL YOU DO FOR THE SUCCESS OF STUDENTS!
FROM BMS PTSA
Bernheim Middle Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
Bernheim Middle Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
May 7th – May 11th
Dear Bernheim Middle families,
This will be a week of surprises for the teachers and staff. We need your help on Wednesday, May 9th. We will be serving desserts and are seeking donations from our families. These desserts can be store bought or homemade.
If you are able to help, please notify us by e-mail at agharper502@gmail.com so we can ensure we have enough.
Please send in the desserts by 9:00 a.m. on May 9th.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions! Thank you for your help!
Thank you,
BERNHEIM PTSA
Chromebook collection will begin May 14 and be completed for most students by May 18. The program is a yearly lease and students will be reissued the Chromebooks at the start of next year when they complete their lease agreement for next school year. We hope to make this process a smooth and easy process for students. If you still have Chromebook repair fees out, please contact Ms. Ojala (toni.ojala@bullitt.kyschools.us) for details, information and questions.
Thank you for making our first year of one-to-one technology a great year. We learned quite a bit about how to make things run as smooth as possible for students.
Library News:
LIBRARY BOOKS all need to be turned in by May 18th
THIS WEEK @ BMS
Monday:
Spring MAP Continues
DRESS SHARP MONDAY! Double House Points!
Career Day for Students- 9:00-11:00 am -Thank you to all the volunteers who are coming!
Track Meet @ North Bullitt @ 5:00 p.m.
Baseball @ Skyview Park 5:30 p.m. /Bruins vs CAL
Tuesday:
Spring Map Testing
Track practice @ BC, 5:00 pm
Wednesday:Spring Map Testing
STEAM Team 3:00pm-4:15pm
Thursday:
BMS Spirit Day
Spring Map Testing
Bruin Bash
Academic Support 3-4:30 pm
Academic Support 3-4:30 pm
BMS Cafe 3:00-4:30 pm
Friday:
NO SCHOOL -OAKS DAY
UPCOMING EVENTS @ BMS
Last Day of Spring MAP is May 3rd
April 30th, School Wide Career Day
May 3rd Bruin Bash- Criteria
Free of unexcused absences
Free from Major Behavior events
Passing all classes
May 17th STEAM Night
May 4th NO SCHOOL
K-Prep Testing May 21, 23, 24, 25 and 29
Please help your student to do their best, the first step is to be there! Please avoid doctor appointments, dentist appointments etc during the morning on these dates.
Mark your Calendar for
May 14 for the BMS Spring Band Concert
June 2 - 8th Grade Dance (Saturday)
June 5 -8th grade field trip to Cincinnati/ 6th and 7th grade Field DAY.
June 5 -8th grade field trip to Cincinnati/ 6th and 7th grade Field DAY.
June 7 -8th Grade Practice for Promotion in the morning
-8th grade challenge in the afternoon
June 8 - 8th Grade Promotion at 10:45 am in the BMS Gym.
-6th Grade Field Trip- Math/Science Real World Experiences
-7th Grade Field Trip to Science Center
Students of the Week
6th Grade Cubs:Emily Wilson, Adam Cecil
As always, please let us know how we may be of assistance to you, we are always happy to help. Please add BMS News Bytes and the BMS School Website to your favorites, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and Remind for the most current information. Please visit the school website and sign up for texts and emails through Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Please check out team monthly Newsletters, and weekly updates on BMS Class Highlights as well as teacher websites to stay informed.
Thank you for allowing us to serve you and your students.
-7th Grade Field Trip to Science Center
6th Grade Cubs:Emily Wilson, Adam Cecil
7th Grade Bears: Katelynn Goodlett, Cole Maddox
8th Grade Grizzlies: Savannah Lang, Logan Peck
As always, please let us know how we may be of assistance to you, we are always happy to help. Please add BMS News Bytes and the BMS School Website to your favorites, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and Remind for the most current information. Please visit the school website and sign up for texts and emails through Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Please check out team monthly Newsletters, and weekly updates on BMS Class Highlights as well as teacher websites to stay informed. 
Thank you for allowing us to serve you and your students.
