This week in Bruin Nation we had our first Minute to Win It house competition! The Cubs and the Bears took the lead in that! The Grizzlies are doing a wonderful job of “BE Here” in the Bruin Way. 8th grade Grizzly attendance has been very good! Mid to Upper 90’s most days! Keep it Up! We also had our first House Bash of the year that went to the Cubs House! They had a great time and have already grown up so much since the beginning of the school year, we are so proud of them.
Monday is Halloween and we are letting students dress up. We have been very clear with the expectations that the costumes they choose to wear are HAPPY Halloween costumes: think Disney, Bob Ross, Happy costumes. No masks, no blood or gore, and certainly no pretend weapons. We want students to enjoy the day and also want to keep the space “Happy”. This tradition is one students enjoy and we hope to be able to continue it.
Frequently parents ask about homework for their students. Homework is being assigned every day to all students, however it is pretty simple. Read for 20 minutes each evening AND practice their math facts every night for 10 minutes. If students don’t get done with their classwork, it may turn into homework, but generally homework time is saved for practicing those two important skills, Reading and building Math Skills. Please contact your student’s teacher if you have specific homework questions.
Please check out the Dates to Remember! We have a FRIENDSGIVING Dance coming up November 18th. The dance will cost $5 per student and is from 3:00-4:30pm. Students must be passing all classes and free from Major Behavior Events to participate. Pick up from the dance will be exactly like the afternoon car riders procedure.
DOES YOUR STUDENT NEED HELP?
BMS is offering ACADEMIC SUPPORT (after school ESS) this MONDAY. We will have Academic Support regularly on Monday and Thursday from 3:00-4:30. Amanda Korby is coordinating the program for us this year. Please reach out to her at amanda.korby@bullitt.kyschools to request your student be signed up. We are going to support students with general help for all classes and will have a MATH Club after school as well.
Please contact us and let us know if you would like your student to be part of the Math Club. Feel free to call the school at 502-869-4000 if you have any questions regarding Academic Support in general or Math Club.
ATTENDANCE
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 all late transportation notes must be sent to bmsiuser001@bullitt.kyschools.us
You must call in to speak with someone and a written note will be required.
PTSA
Thank you to BMS PTSA and Amanda Mohr for all you do for students, teachers and our parent community! 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
As always please email amy.bush@bullitt.kyschools.us with any questions or counseling needs.
Student Portfolios are underway! Students began working on a Portfolio they will use to document their progress throughout this year. At the end of the year BMS will host a Student Showcase where students will share these with their parents.
BMS staffulty are committed to student growth. We are going to continue to work to help students succeed in all areas at BMS.
HOMEWORK
The expectation of BMS is that each student has a book to read and has access to EPIC (books online). Every day each student needs to read for 20 minutes every evening. The second part of their homework is to strengthen their simple math facts. A very helpful tool is the website Math Flash Cards at math-drills.com.
Please help manage their time to include reading time and math practice time. We are so proud of the BMS school community and we have the absolute best school community anywhere.
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.
RENAISSANCE PBIS PROGRAM
Be looking for Be Bold Cards to start coming home! Students are being celebrated daily! Ask them about it if your student gets one! They are working so hard on following the Bruin Way!
Nov 1- Boys Basketball at Eastside
Nov 3- Boys Basketball at BLMS
Nov 7- Bullitt Day No School
Nov 7 - Boys Basketball @ Home South Oldham
Nov 8-Election Day No School
Nov 9- Boys Basketball @ Bardstown
Nov 10- Girls Basketball Tournament at BMS
Nov 11- Veterans Day Ceremony in the Morning.
Nov 15- Boys Basketball @ Home (HMS)
Nov 17- Boys Basketball @ Home (MWMS)
Nov 18- FRIENDSGIVING DANCE 3:00-4:30 $5 (Passing classes, free of Major Behavior Referrals)
Nov 21- SBDM 4:15
Nov 21- Boys Basketball @ Home (Eastside)
Nov 23-25- Thanksgiving Break- Enjoy your Time
Nov 28- Boys Basketball @ St. Joe
Nov 29- Boys Basketball @ Home (BLMS)
MONDAY
Students may wear Family Friendly Halloween Costumes, no masks, no props, no blood and gore! Make it a HAPPY HALLOWEEN COSTUME
Girls Basketball Practice 3:00-4:30
Boys Basketball Practice 4:30-6:00
Archery 6:00-8:00
Chess from 3:00-4:30pm
Cheer 5:30-7:30 @ BC
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
TUESDAY
NEON SPIRIT DAY - “Let’s Glow”
Girls A, B, C Tourney @ BMS
Academic Team WA and QR at BMS 3-8 pm
WEDNESDAY
Boys Basketball 3:00-4:30
Academic Team 3:00-4:30
Cheer 5:30-7:30 @ BC
Archery 6:00-8:00
College and Career Spirit Day!
THURSDAY
Boys Basketball GAME at BLMS
Archery 6:00-8:00
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
FRIDAY
Bruin Bash!
High Five Friday Spirit Day! Wear Bruin Gear or Your House Color! Greet folks with a High Five!
Archery 6:00-8:00 pm
BMS ATHLETICS
This will be a busy week for the Bruin basketball teams. The 8th grade girls will be playing for the county championship on Tuesday November 1st, here at BMS. Come support the ladies on their quest to repeat as county champs. The boys’ basketball team will be starting their season this week with games against Eastside and Bullitt Lick.
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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We are so Proud of these students!
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
