Saturday, April 17, 2021

April 19-April 23: Updates, Celebrations and News!

Dear Bernheim Community,

We hope you had a wonderful spring break.  Students were back in the house this week and it was a busy week for sure.  We have had conversations with each advisory regarding following the Bruin Way.  In this world, the Bruin Way is a way of of life. Keep reminding students to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Be Here, and BE Bold in KINDNESS, COURAGE AND EXCELLENT WORK ETHIC. 

Student report cards went home this week along with the CASE scores.  There is a
 letter explaining what they mean.  Feel free to call the school with questions.  If your student is still struggling with their grades please reach out to their teachers.  We have multiple ways to help students be successful. BCA report cards and CASE scores are being be mailed home.

Check out the dates under "Mark your Calendar", there are several important dates especially for our 8th graders.  More information will be coming soon. It looks like things are heading back to a little bit of normalcy for end of year activities.  It will still be Covid Normal- however we are thrilled we can start planning and letting you all know many of our fun end of year activities are a go! (modified for covid of course) 

Supporting Students

At BMS students have  access to Academic Success (ESS), Wonderful Wednesday Groups, and Recovery Programs, as well as the specific interventions  each teacher has in place to support students. Contact Brea Breeze at brea.breeze@bullitt.kyschools.us  to sign your student up for Academic Success. You may also call the school directly at (502) 869-4000 between the hours of 8:00-3:00 pm to inquire about Wonderful Wednesdays or any other recovery programs. 

The goal is that each and every student is able to make academic gains this year and move on to the next grade level with their class.  Please check Infinite Campus to see the progress of your student.  If they are failing please reach out to their teachers so an intervention plan can be made or adjusted.  In most cases , if a student is failing, students are simply not completing learning tasks even with multiple prompts, and direct help and support from their teachers. We know this is a challenging time and we want to support students and families in any way we can.  The goal is for each and every student to be successful! Please let us know how we can help.

Bullitt Cloud Academy

It is important for ALL BCA students to attend each zoom lesson and  complete all learning tasks in google classroom.  BCA teachers are available and want to connect with you and your student.   BCA students also have ESS, Wonderful Wednesday, and will be working with Recovery Coach, Heather Davis.  BCA teachers want to provide students any and all opportunity to be successful.  The school day is from 8:00am -3:00pm every day.  Please have your student up and on their Zoom classes. 
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REMINDER:
If your child has an illness with any Covid-19 Symptoms please complete the student protocol form linked here.  Please call the school and let Ms. Veatch know if your child is ill for any reason.  
ATTENDANCE:
Students do need to be here, if they are not here it is an absence. Students need to be in their classroom by 8:00 am, or they are considered tardy.  This is the same as it has been in years past.  The school day begins at 8:00 am, please make sure students are up and going if they are in the BCA. Wednesday is the only Remote day for all students and they have class work ALL DAY.  They are to be up and on their advisory zoom at 8:00 am.  It is a school day, it counts! 

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Please follow the link to the BMS Class Highlights. (linked)
  You will find teachers websites linked, what's going on in class, 
unit plans, resources and links to items used in class.  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. 

 
Students' Advisory period is an important part of their day.  Students work through College and Career studies and Character Education connections with their mentor teachers.   We are striving to help all students grow in all areas and we are so proud of what they have accomplished even right through a pandemic! 

As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs

   
 
April 21         Virtual Minute to Win It 8:00 am in Advisory
April 22         Spirit Day: Throwback Thursday Dress like your favorite decade
April 29         Cubs House Bash 5th Period
May 7            Spirit Day: Tie Dye Day
May 11          Scottish Rites Awards @ 6:00 pm
May 13          Student Showcase/Student Led Conference 4:30-6:30 pm Chic-fil-a Grab and Go 
May 14          Spirit Day: Hat Day 
May 17          KPREP
May 18          KPREP
May 19          KPREP- BCA/Ursa Major in Person KPREP Testing
May 20          Ren Card Treat Day
May 24          Case Testing Reading
May 25          Case Testing Math
May 26          8th Grade Algebra Exam 8 am
May 27          Spirit Day: PJ Day
May 28          Talent Show
June 1           House Day
June 2           8th Grade Promotion @ 6:00 pm at BCHS
June 3           Renaissance Rally- Last Day for Students

MONDAY -
BMS Spirit Day! Wear your BMS Gear! 
Track Practice 3:00-4:30 
Archery 6:00-7:30 pm
Academic Success (ESS) 3:00-4:30 pm (Contact Ms. Breeze or Ms. Kuykendall to sign your child up) 
TUESDAY
Archery 6:00-7:30 pm
WEDNESDAY
Minute to Win It- @ 8:00 in Advisory
Archery 6:15-8:45  pm
THURSDAY
Spirit Day: Throwback Thursday- Dress like your favorite Decade, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s etc... 
Open Gym Boys Basketball 3:00-4:30 pm
Archery  5:30-7:00 pm
FRIDAY
BMS Spirit Day! Wear your BMS Gear
Academic Success (ESS) 3:00-4:30 pm-If your student is failing a class, needs extra support, reach out to Ms. Breeze to inquire about Academic Success! 
SATURDAY
Archery Tournament April 24th @ Assumption 

HOUSE COMPETITION
HOW DO WE EVEN GET POINTS?
% OF STUDENTS ON HONOR ROLL
% OF STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR BRUIN BASH (passing all classes) 
% OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATING IN SPIRIT DAYS
HOUSE COMPETITIONS AND MORE! 
SHOWING UP TO ADVISORY AND ZOOM CLASSES
Which House is Winning This week?

166
198
101
Cubs House- All Stars-

Hailey Jump & Chad House

Bears House-All Stars-

Gracie Barnes & Wesley Whitehead

Grizzlies House All Stars-

Blake Wooldridge & Allison Herron

Ursa Major All Stars-

Onnika Johnson &  Niv Patel

This wonderful group of students has been recognized for doing a great job of following the BRUIN WAY this week!

Keep Being Amazing Bruin Nation!!!
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 al
l forms, information, calendar updates and district information along with links to individual teacher websites (also linked above) 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. 
#BruinBold #GoBruins!