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May 24, 2013
Dear Parents and Guardians,

As a reminder, school is not in session on Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. However, we are in session on Tuesday, May 28th. This upcoming week, many of our students will be participating in our Spring Choral Concert. We hope to see you there. Have a great weekend!

Regards,
Shawn Kelly
 
BMS Calendar 

May 27 - Memorial Day, School Closed 

May 28 - Last Day of BMS Writing Lab
 
May 29 - Choral Rehearsal, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm, BHS PAC

May 30 - Choral Concert, 7:00 pm, BHS PAC

May 30 - 8th Grade Youth Summit, BHS, 9:15 am - 12:30 pm 

May 31 - Culture Day in Social Studies Classes



School News
 
From the Guidance Department:

 

On June 3, 2013, 8th grade students will be attending an orientation program at BHS.  Students will be introduced to members of the high school staff and administration while becoming familiar with various aspects of high school life.  The following topics will be addressed:
  • Policies/Attendance
  • Athletic Offerings/sign ups
  • Extracurricular offerings/sign ups
  • Peer leadership
  • Service Learning/guidance

Students will have an opportunity to take a brief tour of the campus and ask questions of our peer leaders during that time.  It is our hope that this program will assist students with the transition process and help them to begin their high school experience with confidence and enthusiasm. Click here for more information about this upcoming event! 

 

From the Guidance Department

 

Somerset Hills community please join us by wearing white on May 30th as a symbolic demonstration of "being united against bullying."
 
  

From the Guidance Department

 

CAP, or Child Assault Prevention, will be holding educational programs in our school for 5th grade students during the week of May 20th. The program aims at informing students about how to identify potentially dangerous situations. The representatives of this program will also be hosting a parent information night on May 20th at 7 pm in the BMS Library. Click here to access more information about this program. 

  

 

From the Health Office:

 

 

Attention Parents/Guardians of Fifth Graders!  Have you contacted Mrs. Ryan in the BMS Health Office regarding the immunizations needed for your child to start 6th grade?  The June 1st deadline is approaching! Click here for information regarding this important requirement.

 

 

 

BMS HSA News 

Attention 8th Grade Parents! 

It's time to order the BMS Class of 2013 Graduation DVD! All orders must be placed by June 14th. Click here for flyer information and order form. 

   

Attention 6th Grade Parents!

We are looking for volunteers and contributions for the 6th grade pool party. Please click the attached google doc to sign up. All donations should be dropped off at the pool on June 18th by 8:45am. Thank you!


 

Box Tops for Education:  The last Box Tops collection will take place in your childrens' social studies classrooms on Friday, May 31. Please clip and send in all your remaining Box Tops by this date; otherwise they will gather dust in your house all summer long. More importantly, the class with the highest total in the second half of the year will win an ice cream party in June!    

Somerset Hills Education Foundation (SHEF) News

PLANNING FOR SHEF'S FUTURE!

The SHEF Trustees are thrilled to announce the establishment of THE SOMERSET HILLS EDUCATION FOUNDATION PETER J. MILLER ENDOWMENT FUND to honor Superintendent Pete Miller who is retiring on June 30, 2013 after serving the district admirably for 35 years.  Establishing an endowment in the name of Pete Miller recognizes his many contributions, his values and his long term commitment to The Somerset Hills School District (SHSD).  By establishing this fund the SHEF Trustees are planning for the foundation's future - honoring its long-term commitment to promote and provide education opportunities by funding innovative programs and projects for the benefit of the students of the SHSD.  SHEF's goal is to raise $35,000 by June 30 in honor of Peter Miller's 35 years of dedication to the district.  With leading gift contributions by SHEF Trustees already pledged, SHEF is looking forward to the support of the Endowment fund by parents, alumnus and community members who share our commitment to the student's of the SHSD.  To pledge or to make a contribution, CLICK HERE to download the Endowment Fund Letter of Intent.  

  

SHEF Enrichment Academy 

Click here for updated information about SHEF's new initiative this upcoming summer! 

 

HONOR A STAFF MEMBER TODAY!   SHEF has initiated its 5th annual end of year Staff Tribute Program where parents can make a donation to SHEF in the name of a SHSD staff member.   Staff Tribute Donation Forms were mailed to all families on April 22nd.  Or, click here for the Donation Form.  Mail your donations by May 24th.

   
 
BMS Sports

New! Fall Sports Registration Information 

 

BMS Sports will be accepting registration/medical forms  between July 10 and July 31 for the following sports. 

 

Field Hockey - 6, 7 and 8 grades

Girls Soccer - 6, 7 and 8 grades

Boys Soccer - 6, 7 and 8 grades

Coed Cross Country 6, 7, 8 grades

 

Please read attached fall sport information sheet for instructions on how to sign your child up for fall sports.

Questions, contact Athletic Coordinator Diane Greenfield degreener@aol.com or 908-204-9139.

    

Attention 8th Grade Students:

 

Interested in playing Bernards Mountaineer Football?  Sign up for the 2013 Speed & Agility Training with Test Football Academy.  More information & Sign Up forms can be found on the link below:


Bernards Mountaineer Football 

 

 
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