Thank you for another outstanding week in Bruin Nation! We are so happy to be included in a wonderful Community Service Project initiated by Mr. Carnes Cubs ELA classes. He is reading the book, A Long Walk to Water with his students this year. The understanding of what a great country we live in really comes to life when students learn about different places around the world. He and his students are embarking on a Community Service Project with Global Impacts! Please click the link below to learn more. BMS has a goal of raising $3600 so that families in Uganda can overcome the challenges created by water insecurity. If we hit our GOAL of $3600, the Louisville Water Project will match our funds and we will be able to make life so much better for 500 families in Uganda. We are so proud of Bruin Nation for taking this Bold step!
ATTENDANCE & TRANSPORTATION
Please contact Jennifer Vittitoe with attendance questions at jennifer.vittitoe@bullitt.kyschools.us or (502)869-4000. Any transportation changes need to be in the front office by 2:30 pm .
PTSA
PTSA is excited to announce they are going to be selling spirit wear very soon! Keep an eye out for the order form!
Please join the BMS PTSA! They are such a huge support to students, staff and the community! Please contact Stephanie Dillman at (502) 869-4000 for any questions about volunteering at BMS.
COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Tuesday, September 13th, 2022 will be our Mental Health Awareness Day Programming for students during Advisory/1st Period. Bullitt County Public Schools takes seriously the personal, social and physical safety of our students. In order to proactively address concerns of mental health, depression and child/adolescent suicide, the district provides a student depression awareness, mental health well-being, and suicide prevention lesson every school year in students grade 6-12. The goal of the program is to talk to students about reporting any concerns to a trusted adult, develop positive conversations about mental health and well-being and increase awareness and educate students about depression in young adults. This lesson opens the conversation and promotes students to seek help in their actions by talking to trusted adults when they are concerned about themselves or a friend. Our program goals are as follows:
To explain that suicide is a preventable tragedy that often occurs as a result of untreated depression.
To provide students training in how to identify serious depression and potential risk of suicide in a friend.
To impress upon students that they can help themselves or a friend by taking the simple step of talking to a responsible adult about their concern
For more information please see the attached letter linked here. The letter was also sent out via Infinite Campus Messenger on Friday afternoon September 2, 2022. If you do not want your child to participate in the program please fill out the form linked here.
*If you agree to the programming, you do not have to return/complete the form.*
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
BMS CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
Please visit the BMS Class Highlights, teachers will be updating all the class goings on this week! (linked here) You will find teachers' websites linked along with a brief update of what is going on in class. Teachers have linked materials, resources and items they use in class. The number one way to stay on top of your student's progress is through the 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.
SAVE THE DATE
Sept 13-School Wide Mental Health Wellness Program & also High attendance Day Statewide
Sept 19- READING CASE ASSESSMENT (Make ups following Days)
Sept 20- MATH CASE ASSESSMENT (Make up following Days)
Sept 21- Title 1- Be A Bruin Parent Literacy Night 5:30-7:30 Food, Fun and Family
Come and join us for BOOTLEG BBQ Chicken and more! We look forward to seeing you!
MONDAY
Midterms go home today, Monday!
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:30
Chess Practice 3:00-4:30 pm in Library
TUESDAY
Student Mental Health Program
High Attendance Day!
Girls Basketball practice 3:00-4:30
Boys Basketball 4:30-6:00
Archery Open Gym 6:00-8:00
WEDNESDAY
College and Career Spirit Day!
Girls Basketball practice 3:00-4:30
THURSDAY
Boys Basketball 3:00- 4:30
Girls Basketball GAME DAY vs HMS
After School Band Practice 3:00-4:15
FRIDAY
- High Five Friday Spirit Day! Wear Bruin Gear or Your
Which House is Winning This week? BMS has a house system that is based on students' year of graduation. Each house can earn points based on areas that are linked to the Bruin Way. Points are earned by the percentage of the house on the honor roll, free from referrals, attendance, school spirit, showing responsibility for yourself and others, participation in community service, random acts of kindness, and more!
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Way to Go to our Lady Bruins for Volunteering to Be Servant Leaders and helping in the CAFE. That is the mark of true character!
Cubs House- All Stars-
Maycie Blankenship
Nolan Loggie
Bears House-All Stars-
Riley Dustin
Jerry Smith
Grizzlies House All Stars-
Layla Brown
Maximo Gutierrez
This wonderful group of students has been chosen based on doing a great job of following the BRUIN WAY all week!
Keep Being Amazing Bruin Nation!!!
We do our best to keep you informed! 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 all forms, information, calendar updates and district information you might need. Individual teacher websites 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 Instagram. 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 students.
#BruinBold #GoBruins! #bmsbebold
