Thank you for making the first week of Remote Learning an outstanding one. We have received much positive feedback from teachers, parents and students alike. BMS has established a schedule where students are following the pattern of a school day. Google classroom is the learning platform. Students have "Live Sessions" scheduled throughout the day in an alternating pattern based on the content. Teachers are available to students during their established class periods as outlined in schedule below. We know this world and Covid have created challenges for everyone, we are continuously reflecting on what is best for students and families. Please contact your student's teachers with questions or concern and we will do our best to assist. We are hoping students will be back in school sooner than later and are excited to see their enthusiasm. Students are helping each other out, showing up to Zoom Live lessons and participating. We spent the first few days getting to know students and helping them get to know each other, the schedule and how the day will work.
We have a Derby theme "Bruinpalooza" to start off the year. Our community has come together around the Derby for years, we are working to create that sense of belonging among our students. We know right now the world is a very different place than even a year ago. The sense of connectedness and belonging are going to be crucial as we move forward. So we thank everyone who has participated and including those who came to the Reverse Pegasus Parade, they had the opportunity to chat with staffulty and students could see their BMS staff in person. Thank you for coming out! Each student belongs to an Advisory Class and has a mentor teacher. Students are logging on to their Advisory Class at 8:40 am each day. Teachers are working with students through programs such as the Harbor, Second Step, Mind-Up, and Naviance. Mentor teachers, through advisory, are teaching students about the Bruin Way which is part of the fiber of Bernheim Middle School. Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Show up and Be Bold in Kindness, Courage and Excellent Work Ethic. Social Emotional Learning, Health and Wellness are being woven into Advisory and the school day. Mrs. Amy Bush is our guidance counselor and will be helping teachers, parents and students throughout the year.
***Below is a reminder of the Remote Learning Schedules, (remember class times do not match IC)
August 31: Girls Basketball Tryouts @ 3:15 pm (contact Coach Johnson for details~email linked)
September 9: Cheerleading Tryouts (must have KHSAA physical on file) Contact Chloe Dabrowski (~email linked) for details.
September 10: Cubs band rental night in the Cafe from 4pm-7pm must contact Mr. Webb (-email linked) for appointment.
Monday:
Girls Basketball Tryouts 3:15 pm
Spirit Day- Pink Out
Tuesday:Girls Basketball Tryouts 3:15 pm
Spirit Day- Pink Out
Spirit Day- Bow Tie Day
Wednesday:Thursday:
Spirit Day- Dress up like a Jockey or a Horse
Friday:
No School-Oaks Day
No School-Oaks Day
Every Bruin in Bruin Nation belongs to a House. We have House competitions that include participation, grades, and following the Bruin Way with Respect, Responsibility, Kindness, Courage and Excellent Work Ethic. The Bruin Cubs, are the 6th grade, The Bears are the 7th grade, the Grizzlies are the 8th grade and Ursa Major includes the BCA students from BMS. As the year progresses the House that wins the House competition for the Quarter will earn a House Bash. In Person those are like mini Bruin Bash's. We are still working on a Virtual Celebration for students! So check your morning announcement slides for updates on points and here weekly.
Which House is Winning This week?
Cubs House- All Stars-
Abrielle Dillman & Knox O’Brien
Bears House-All Stars-
Lauren Lindquist & Samuel Godbold
Grizzlies House All Stars-
Mikey Barcus & Hannah Smith
Ursa Major All Stars
Shy Gribbin & David Linton
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!!!
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.
#BruinBold #GoBruins!
