Students have been working hard this week, they have been learning about animal adaptations, inequalities and reading short stories to determine the theme of the story. They have had a great time doing it as well! When visiting with our students they are able to share so many great ideas and understandings!
BMS Students have worked very hard this year and they have the end of year BCPS Benchmark Assessment next week. All Students need to be at school and have their charged chromebook and charger so they can complete the assessment without any interruptions. The assessment is used to determine placement for the rest of this year and for next. Students will have the state assessment in May and we are looking forward to the success they will be able to demonstrate through these assessments.
Again- Chromebook and Charger should be at school with your student on Monday! It is BCPS Benchmark Assessment time!
Please check out the calendar here for the changes due to the missed days. Promotion has been moved to May 30th at BCHS at 6:00pm.
The fourth quarter started March 16th, the end of the year festivities are coming up, please remind your students to work hard, and follow the Bruin Way. Students must be eligible to participate in end of year activities.
We look forward to Student Led Conference night April 20th when students will sit down with parents, have some Chick-Fil-A and possibly leave with a free BMS t-shirt! We are helping students make connections to their school experiences, graduate profile competencies and their own personal success.
DOES YOUR STUDENT NEED HELP?
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (after school ESS) 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
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
Kentucky KSA testing will begin May 10th and last through May 15th at BMS. It is crucial that your student is at school, and ready to do their best. It is also very important that students bring charged chromebooks to school, everyday, but ESPECIALLY on assessment dates. Since the state has moved to all assessments being computer based, all students must have access to their chromebook and charger during the day.
Lastly, please make every effort to schedule appointments around these dates.
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.
EXTRA CURRICULARS
Archery- The archers are participating in the state tournament this weekend. We know we will have good things to report after the weekend.
Baseball- The team is looking to have two practices this week. Stay tuned for days and times. Be sure to have GroupMe downloaded if you haven’t already.
Track - Practices start this week…
Cheer- Cheerleaders will start preparing for next season with some open gyms starting next Monday March 20th and Wednesday March 22nd this week at BMS from 5:30-7:30
YEARBOOK SALES
MARCH 20 PREDICTIVE ASSESSMENT READING
March 20 SBDM 4:15 pm
March 21- KMEA Competition
MARCH 22 PREDICTIVE ASSESSMENT MATH
March 23- Report Cards Go Home
Central Area Concert 7:00 BCHS
March 31- No School For Students
April 3-7 Spring Break
April 20 Title 1 Student Showcase night 5:30-7:30pm
April 25 Midterms go Home
April 28 Bruin Bash
May 5th-OAKS DAY, No School in BCPS
May 10-15th KSA Testing
May 20th Grizzly 8th Grade Dance 6:30-9:00 pm (Saturday)
May Ren Rally Dates to be Determined
May 25 Spring Band Concert 6:30
May 26th Bears and Cubs Field Trips
Grizzlies House Day
May 29 No School Memorial Day
May 30th 8th Grade Promotion @ BCHS at 6:00 pm (Doors open at 5:30pm)
May 31 Last Day of School
Grizzlies Field Trip
House Day for Bears and Cubs
MONDAY -
Reading PA /BCPS Benchmark Assessment
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
BETA 3:00-4:00
Archery 6:00-8:00pm
TUESDAY-
Girls Group 3:00-4:30 pm
WEDNESDAY-
Math PA/BCPS Benchmark Assessment
Spirit Day! College and Career Gear!
Cheer 5:30-7:30
THURSDAY-
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
Central Area Band Concert 7:00 pm
FRIDAY-
BMS SPIRIT GEAR DAY
Archery practice 6:00-8:00 pm
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!
The Bears Win The House Competition for Quarter THREE!!!
Way to Go!
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Congratulations to our BMS Leaders of the Month!
Congratulations to our
ALL STAR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Cubs All Stars
Katherine Jarquin
Logan Taylor
Bears All Stars
Katelyn Atzinger
Luke Conely
Grizzlies All Stars
Ellah Baldridge
Don Holcomb
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
