Today, students had the opportunity to sign pledges to stay drug free. The RAZE Bison Crew had a table set up during lunches, so students could get more information about the RAZE program & Red Ribbon Week.
Don't forget your money for the BOOK FAIR this week!
Red Ribbon Week is an alcohol, tobacco, & other drug/violence prevention awareness campaign observed annually in Oct in the US. It began as a tribute to fallen DEA special agent Enrique Camerena in 1985. RAZE is sponsoring a spirit week to celebrate.
Tonight is Parent-Teacher Conferences from 4-6 pm at the school. There is also a BETA parent meeting at 6 pm in Mrs. Bailey's room. BETA students do not have to attend, but parents/guardians are required to attend!
Our students are going to start career lessons during skills, and we are asking for donations to help us with these activities. Please start collecting the supplies below and drop off at the school!
We need parent and/or community volunteers to help us with Reality Store on Wednesday, Oct. 26th. Volunteers will need to come to school by 8:30 that morning, and the event will end at noon. We will provide coffee and snacks for the volunteers. Please call the school to sign up.
8th grade parents, your students are bringing home a paper explaining the surveys for Gear Up this year. It ONLY needs to be returned if you do NOT want your student to participate.
Join us for the WV Resource Rundown, your user-friendly access to information about options to mental and behavioral health services for children. https://kidsthrive.wv.gov/rundown/Pages/default.aspx
We are having a competition with the other middle schools in the county through a donation drive for veterans! Please start bringing your donations to the office. We would love to have an overflowing bin by the end of this month!
Parent teacher conferences for BMS are scheduled for Tuesday, October 18th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. 6th & 7th grade parents will sign up for a time slot when they arrive that evening. 8th grade parents who plan on attending will need to call the school and sign-up for a time slot.
BMS' RAZE Crew attended the Youth Summit today in Charleston. They learned about commotions, healthy ways to relieve stress, and the dangers of vape not only to humans but also the environment. The Crew is looking forward to upcoming events at school this year!
Today was our last day of National Gear Up Week. Students wrote postcards to their future selves about their plans and goals for after high school. Thanks to everyone who participated in our activities this week! #GearUpWorks #WVGearUp
National Gear Up Week is coming to an end! We now have a Postsecondary options wall at school for students to see all the possibilities after high school. Also, look through the staff pictures and see if you can recognize your teachers from their college days! #GearUpWorks
Attached is information about Gear Up. This year's current 7th and 8th grade students are considered Gear Up cohort students. This program will follow both groups all the way through high school. If you have any questions about the program, contact Lauren Hensley at BMS.
8th Grade September 2022 (male) Student of the Month - Reece Davis
8th Grade Team stated --- Reece is always kind and helpful to his peers and his teachers. During the first week of school, he offered assistance to all of his classmates during locker assignments. He participates in every class, is eager to answer questions and he shows good sportsmanship during intramurals.
8th Grade September (female) Student of the Month - Anna Angle
8th Grade Team stated --- Anna is an extremely hard worker, always engaged and on task. She volunteers in class, is polite and kind to everyone and is responsible.
7th Grade September (male) Student of the Month - Dawson Poole
7th Grade Team stated --- Dawson helped us all set up our air purifiers when they came in for our classrooms. He is quite helpful and is eager to work.
7th Grade September 2022 (female) Student of the Month - Emma Dunlap
7th Grade Team stated --- Emma has such a positive attitude and gets along with everyone. She regularly volunteers and is always ready to learn.
September 2022 (male) Student of the Month - Jae Morales
6th Grade Team stated --- Jae is the model star student. He is always on task, always polite, and always helpful in the classroom. Jae is always willing to welcome his peers and make them feel included. He is very respectful and kind to others. Overall, Jae sets the highest standard of what it means to be an excellent students at BMS.
September 2022 (female) Student of the Month - Chloe Stiltner
6th Grade Team stated ---Chloe is a delightful student who is always eager to learn in the classroom. She shines in her schoolwork and friendships. Chloe always has a positive attitude and a smile on her face. In the classroom, she excels at completing her assignments in a timely manner and helping her peers when they need assistance. Chloe is an excellent example of a star student.
