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August 31, 2012
 

Dear Parents and Guardians:

 

Welcome back! I hope you had an enjoyable and relaxing summer. The first day of school for students is Thursday, September 6th. Our goal is to enrich our student's experiences and affirm that their middle school years are memorable. A new initiative this year is for our faculty and students to participate in a variety of activities that will enhance our school spirit and pride.

 

As you may already know, Mr. Shawn Kelly has been appointed as the new assistant principal at the middle school. We have been working together over the summer months, preparing our school for opening day, and are eagerly anticipating the return of our students. Please join me in welcoming Mr. Kelly, as well as our new staff members in the Technology, World Language and Guidance Department to include a part-time Student Assistance Counselor. Collectively, we are all looking forward to an exciting school year!

 

All pertinent information and forms for the beginning of the school year will be included in this week's Friday Folder. It is imperative that you review and sign these documents and return them to your child's first period teacher on Thursday, September 6th, the first day of school. The Friday Folder is our primary communication tool to keep you and your child(ren) informed of important information and upcoming events that will be happening at BMS.

 

On behalf of the entire BMS staff, we would like to extend a very special welcome to every student. We look forward to working with you and your child and anticipate an outstanding year.

 

Enjoy the remaining days of summer!

 

Sincerely,

 

Dr. Lynn Kratz, Principal


 
BMS Calendar

September 6th - First Day of School for Students 

 

School News
 

First Day of School Procedures - September 6th   

 

Incoming 5th Grade Students Only 

 

On the first day of school, any 5th grade student who arrives prior to 7:30 A.M. should report to the gym. At 7:30 A.M., students in 5th grade will be ushered to the cafeteria, where they will report each morning. All 5th grade students will remain in the cafeteria where they will be greeted by their first period teachers and escorted to their first period classes. During this time, students will receive their schedules that include locker assignments. 5th grade students do not need to have their schedules when they arrive at school on the first day. During first period, teachers will explain student schedules and allow time for locker setup (for those students who did not participate in locker day). Additional time will also be allotted for students to acclimate themselves to their daily routine

 

 

Students in 6th, 7th & 8th Grade

On August 31st, all students will be able to log onto PowerSchool to access their schedules. Students should arrive on the first day of school with the knowledge of their first period class. In the event that you are unable to access PowerSchool at home, lists of first period classes will also be posted on the middle school main entrance doors, inside the gymnasium and in the cafeteria. Please note that official schedules and locker assignments will be distributed to the students on the first day of school by their first period teachers.


Other BMS News

New School Nutrition Policy - Click here to download information about the new federally mandated guidelines.

Summer Reading Reminder!

Remember that this year BMS is participating in One School, Two Books! If you haven't already read the book over the summer, it isn't too late! All students in grades 5 and 6 are encouraged to read Crash by Jerry Spinelli, and students in grades 7 and 8 are encouraged to read Bystander by James Preller. 7th and 8th graders are also encouraged to read Scrawl by Mark Shulman as a companion book!

SHSD District Calendar - If you are interested in acquiring information about ongoing events for all three schools in our district, click here to download instructions on how to do so.


   

 
BMS FORMS 

Below are forms that contain important information for the start of the school year. The following forms need to be printed out, completed and returned to your child's first period teacher on Thursday, September 6th, the first day of school.

Early Dismissal Letter
FERPA Form
Free and Reduced Lunch Application - English Version
Free and Reduced Lunch Application - Spanish Version
Photo Release Form
Student Activity Form
Student Handbook Agreement
Technology Use Agreement

Below are forms that you may download strictly for informational purposes.

Allergy Letter
Annual Asbestos Letter
Co-Curricular Advisors
Guidelines for Responsible Computing
BMS Health Office Information
School Integrated Pest Management Plan 


 
BMS HSA News 
 
Below are upcoming events that are sponsored by the BMS HSA.

September 21st - The BMS HSA invites all 5th grade parents to the 5th Grade Parent/Staff Dessert Click here to access information about this event.

October 12th - Autumn Harvest Fundraiser. Click here to access information about this event.

 

BMS Health Office News 

 

Attention parents/guardians of incoming 6th graders!  If your child is 11 years of age and entering 6th grade please make sure their updated T-dap and meningitis vaccines have been completed and the paperwork from their physician is on file with Mrs. Ryan in the BMS Health Office.  Documentation of these immunizations is necessary in order for your child to start 6th grade.


 


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