What a great week in Bruin Nation! Back from Spring Break with bells on! The students are working on so many great things, the teachers are busy creating wonderful experiences for them, and staffulty have had a great time celebrating kids all week long! We have had Reading parties galore, celebrated students who earn Be Bold cards and had Treat Day for Gold Card winners. Keep working hard!
It is that time of year. We need all families to complete the ONLINE REGISTRATION. The goal is to have all families returning to BCPS completed by the end of the school year. BCPS asks all parents and guardians to understand that student schedules will not be released for the 23-24 school year if a student is missing a school physical, birth certificate, or does not have updated immunization certificates on file with BCPS schools. Please be certain all documents are on file and that your registration is processed ASAP. You may send those documents to school and have your student give them to Stephanie Dillman. Thank you in advance!
8th GRADE DANCE INFORMATION
Student Dress Code for the dance has been distributed and was sent home to parents with the behavior contracts for students. It is also in students Grizzly 8th grade google classroom if your student needs take another look at it. The dance is always so much fun, and we want this years Grizzlies to have a great time.
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
With all that happens in this world and all the access students have to information we continue to encourage you to monitor your students' devices, and have conversations with them about how they are feeling. With the recent tragedy so close to home we are seeing a rise in expressed anxiety. Give some extra hugs this week.
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. Since the state has moved to all assessments being computer based we are going to begin keeping Chromebooks at school starting in early May. Students must bring their chargers to school and leave them in their advisory class. If your student has lost their charger the replacement cost is $26. Please help your student find that charger and start sending those into school. Students will start their day in advisory, and end their day in advisory which will make Chromebook tracking a simple thing for all.
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 archery team is back at it again this weekend as they shoot at Bernheim. We will share their results with all next week.
Baseball- The team has two games this week. Tuesday vs. Zoneton @7:45 and Thursday vs. Hebron @6:00. All games will be played at the Mt. Washington Sports Park. Good luck boys.
Cheer- Cheerleaders continue to prepare for next season with some open gyms. Monday and Wednesday this week at BMS from 5:30-7:30
Track - The team had their first meet on Friday. Results will be shared next week. Practice this week will be Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with a track meet on Saturday.
Girls Basketball - The girls basketball team will have an open gym after school Wednesday until 5:00 for any lady interested in trying out for the team next season.
YEARBOOK SALES-ENDING SOON!
Purchase your yearbook online at the link for Balfour! Online purchases are cheaper than in person! THE LAST DAY TO PURCHASE ON LINE WILL BE APRIL 20TH.
April 20 Title 1 Student Showcase night 5:30-7:30pm
April 25 Midterms go Home
April 21 Bruin Bash
May 1-4 8th Grade Dance Tickets on Sale During Lunch
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 22 Grizzlies Field Trip
May 25 Spring Band Concert 6:30
May 26th 8TH Grade Promotion Practice- Be Here!
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 -House Day
MONDAY -
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
Archery 6:00-8:00pm
Cheer 5:30-7:30 (cafeteria)
Band Practice 3:00-4:00
SBDM @4:15 pm
TUESDAY-
Beta until 4:00pm
Baseball vs ZMS 7:45
Band Practice 3:00-4:00
WEDNESDAY-
Spirit Day! College and Career Gear!
Girls Basketball Open Gym 3:00-5:00 (must have KHSAA physical on file)
Cheer 5:30-7:30
THURSDAY-
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (ESS) 3:15-4:30
STUDENT SHOWCASE/STUDENT LED CONFERENCES.
Baseball vs HMS 6:45
FRIDAY-
Spirit Day! Wear your BMS Gear!
Bruin Bash for the Third Quarter- Must have C’s or above & free from disciplinary referrals.
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!
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READING PARTIES
READING PARTIES GALORE THIS WEEK!
Dwyer
Harrison/Kimble
Breeze/Perdue
Harrod
Schell
Korby
L.Elliott
And More!!!!!
BMS CEO’s delivered Popcorn, Ice Cream or Pizza to the Advisories that reach their goals! Way to Go!
ALL STAR STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Cubs All Stars
Aubrey Bolin
Ayden Thompson
Bears All Stars
Sam Simpson
Epiphany Wittry
Grizzlies All Stars
Eli Lebo
Mackenzie Lyon
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
