Dear BMS Families,

Benchmark Week will take place September 15–19. During this time, students will take Benchmark #1, which includes writing, reading, and math. Testing will begin with the Writing portion for all grades on Monday, September 15, followed by Reading on Tuesday, September 16, and Math on Wednesday, September 17. Algebra students will complete their benchmark in class on Thursday, September 18.

We want every student to have the best opportunity for success. Please help by making sure your student gets a good night’s rest, eats a healthy breakfast, and arrives at school on time each day. Attendance is especially important during this week.

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held in person on Wednesday, September 24, from 1:00–6:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria. All teachers, including PE, Band, Art, and STEM, will be available to meet with you. If you are unable to attend at this time, please contact your student’s advisory teacher to make other arrangements. Contact information for all staff members can be found on our school website under the “Faculty” tab.

At BMS, we believe that character is a skill, and like any skill, it requires practice. This month we invite your family to take part in our On TRACK Dare, which highlights our core values of being Trustworthy, Respectful, Accountable, Community-Minded, and Kind. The challenge is simple: when you ask your child, “How was your day?” go beyond the quick “good” or “okay.” Ask follow-up questions such as “Why?” or “Tell me more about that.” You might also try asking, “Who did you help today?” “Who helped you today?” or “What was the most challenging part of your day?” These conversations will deepen your connection with your child and reinforce the values we are building together.

As the school year continues, we encourage you to stay connected with us. Please check our website and social media pages regularly for information about upcoming extracurricular events.

We truly value our partnership with families. Together, we will continue to make a positive impact on our school community and Leave a Legacy!

Sincerely,
Mr. Webb Proud Principal