Saturday, January 25, 2020

1/27-1/31 Student News, Updates and Celebrations

Dear Bernheim Community, 


We are so proud of Bruin Nation and how far the kids have come this year! They are working hard in their classes and are growing into terrific young men and women.  In their classes they are working on a variety of projects and getting ready to be college and career ready!  Check out teacher websites and BMS Class Highlights for details around what is happening in class right now!  

Be sure and come out for Donuts with Dad (or Dad figure) on Jan 31, from 830-9:30 am.  



Thank you to STLP, Mr. McCamish and Ms. Amiott for BMS Sport Center and News! 
Please follow the link to see the latest! 


Please follow the link to the BMS Class Highlights. (linked) You may also checkout teachers individual websites which are linked to the Bernheim Middle School website and on BMS Class Highlights. (linkedTeachers each have unit plans, resources and links to items used in class.  Lastly, the number one way to stay on top of your student's progress is through 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. 

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NEWS YOU CAN USE! 
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2019-2020 yearbook can be purchased ONLINE ONLY through January 31, 2020 for $18.00.  We will have a limited quantity for sale in May ($20) so guarantee your yearbook by visiting the Jostens website.
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January 27- SBDM @ 4:00 pm
January 31- Donuts with Dads 8:30 am-9:30 am
February 4- Home Volleyball Game
February 6-  Fictional Character Day (no masks or face paint, hats are okay) 
February 7- Minute to Win in in the AM. 
February 11- Home Volleyball Game
February 13- Muffins with Mom 8:30-9:30

FEBRUARY 14- "PAL-EN-TINES" DANCE $5.00- Concessions available. 3:15 pm -5:00 pm- (must be passing all classes and have followed the Bruin Way to be eligible-[referral free])

February 17- Presidents Day- No School 
February 18- Volleyball game vs. Zoneton
February 20- Volleyball game vs Boston 
February 21- Minute to Win It House competition in the AM. 
February 24- SBDM @ 4:00 
February 28-  Bruin Bash- Eligibility: Passing all classes, Free from Office Referrals, Attendance in good standing. 
Monday:
SBDM @ 4:00 pm
BCPS Board Meeting- @ 6:00 pm
Boys Basketball 3:00-4:30 pm
Home Volleyball Game
TUESDAY
8th Grade trip to ROC/ATC 11:30-1:00 pm
KUNA Meeting 3:00-4:00 pm 
Wednesday:
COLLEGE AND CAREER GEAR DAY! 
STLP 3:00-4:15 pm
Boys Basketball 4:30-6:00 pm
Archery 6:00-8:00 pm
Thursday: 
Fellowship of Christian Athletes @ 7:40 am
Archery 6:00-8:00 pm



Friday:
Donuts with Dad- 8:30 am-9:30 am
Wear your BRUIN GEAR For House Points!

Big Shout Out to BMS Archers at BEHS Tournament SATURDAY 1/18/20.They brought home 2 trophies (team 1 & team 2) taking 1st and 2nd place out of 14 middle schools! They are competing this weekend in the BMS Archery Tournament! Go Bruins! 

ACADEMIC TEAM News:
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BMS ACADEMIC TEAM- THEY PLACED 3RD IN DISTRICT GOVERNOR CUP COMPETITION AND EARNED THE KATHERINE HUME SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD.  KOLTON UNDERWOOD PLACED 2ND OVERALL IN SCIENCE AND WILL BE MOVING ON TO REGIONALS. 

BETA NEWS:
29 of Bernheim's Jr. Beta club represented the school at the 31st annual state convention this week at the Galt House and KICC.  They completed in academic, speech, visual arts, and engineering competitions while there.  Even though there were no trophies brought home, Mrs. Gray and Ms. Harrison were proud of the effort put forth in competitions as well as their representation of the school at convention over all.  


HOUSE COMPETITION UPDATE
Which House is Winning This week?
THIS IS THE CLOSEST RACE YET!!! 

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Cubs House- All Stars-
Olivia Graves & Noah Mcintyre
Bears House-All Stars-
Tegan Heilman & Luci Krueger
Grizzlies House All Stars-
Drake Curry, Klara Puckett
This wonderful group of students has been recognized for doing a fantastic job of living The Bruin Way- Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Be Here and Be Bold in Kindness, Courage and Excellent Work ethic!
Go Bruins! Well Done, keep up the Great Work!
Keep Being Amazing Bruin Nation!!!
  
As always we are always happy to help in any way we can. There are so many ways to keep up with what is going on at BMS.  BMS News Bytes is our weekly newsletter, please favorite this website. BMS Class Highlights is each teacher's snapshot about what's going on in class.  The school website has all forms, information, calendar updates and district information along with links to individual teacher websites which 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 Remind. We also have @hentryclaytime  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 student. 
#BernheimStrong Go Bruins!