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Mr. McClure's Weekly Blog
Week of: January 20 - 24
Week 22
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session today (Monday, January 20th).
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
Next Tuesday evening, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students this week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
CLASS OF 2024 . . . BCHS SCHEDULING
Submitted by: Mr. Koch, BCHS Guidance Counselor
For our current BCMS 8th grade students: Please click here for an important announcement that pertains to your freshman BCHS classes schedule for next year.
CLASS OF 2024 . . . 8th GRADE FAREWELL DANCE
(a.k.a. The “WING DING”)
This year’s 8th Grade Farewell Dance is scheduled for the evening of Friday, May 1, 2020. Click here to view the informational letter that went home with the students of the Class of 2024 last week.
BCMS DECEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH
On the evening of January 14th, at the regular school board meeting of school trustees, Brownstown Central Middle School recognized Madison Bennett as the BCMS December Brave of the Month.
BCMS promotes and reinforces the three character traits of Respect, Responsibility and Resourcefulness in our students. We focus on the development of these character traits, in addition to academic learning, to help establish a solid foundation upon which to build future success at BCHS and beyond. Each month we look to recognize a BCMS student who models the Three R’s of our school to his/her classmates through their example.
This is what Madison’s teachers had to say about her selection: “The Sixth Grade team is proud of our first student of the month for 2020. While several students were mentioned as good candidates, Madison Bennett stood out as an exemplar demonstrating our BCMS V.I.S.I.O.N. Madison has a desire to do well, not only because it is expected of her, but also because she has an innate desire to do well for herself. If she makes a mistake, she perseveres without getting frustrated or annoyed that she has to try again. She is diligent and meticulous in improving whenever possible. While Madison is a very quiet young lady she is willing to help and lead others to better themselves as well. In the classroom, she is focused, ready at all times and always uses her time wisely. Madison can be counted on to be honest and responsible and is a pleasure to have in class. She is dedicated to being the best version of herself, and puts a great amount of effort into everything she does. With her work ethic and reliability, there is no doubt that Madison is going to go far!”
CONGRATULATIONS, Madison!!
BCMS SPELLING BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who received an invitation to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 3 on Thursday. The BCMS Winner and the 1st Runner Up, will participate in the Jackson County Spelling Bee which takes place at Luthern Central on Thursday, January 30, at 1:00 pm.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who will move on to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 6 on Thursday. The BCMS Champion from Round 2 will take an online test to determine if he or she will be invited to participate in the State Competition later in March.
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 20
Tuesday, January 21
Saturday, January 25
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them” - Michael Jordan
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 61, 60, 59, 58, 57
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Chase the vision, not the money." - Tony Hsieh
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Overcoming Obstacles with Positive Action”
Until next week,
Week of: January 20 - 24
Week 22
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session today (Monday, January 20th).
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
Next Tuesday evening, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students this week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
CLASS OF 2024 . . . BCHS SCHEDULING
Submitted by: Mr. Koch, BCHS Guidance Counselor
For our current BCMS 8th grade students: Please click here for an important announcement that pertains to your freshman BCHS classes schedule for next year.
CLASS OF 2024 . . . 8th GRADE FAREWELL DANCE
(a.k.a. The “WING DING”)
This year’s 8th Grade Farewell Dance is scheduled for the evening of Friday, May 1, 2020. Click here to view the informational letter that went home with the students of the Class of 2024 last week.
BCMS DECEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH
On the evening of January 14th, at the regular school board meeting of school trustees, Brownstown Central Middle School recognized Madison Bennett as the BCMS December Brave of the Month.
BCMS promotes and reinforces the three character traits of Respect, Responsibility and Resourcefulness in our students. We focus on the development of these character traits, in addition to academic learning, to help establish a solid foundation upon which to build future success at BCHS and beyond. Each month we look to recognize a BCMS student who models the Three R’s of our school to his/her classmates through their example.
This is what Madison’s teachers had to say about her selection: “The Sixth Grade team is proud of our first student of the month for 2020. While several students were mentioned as good candidates, Madison Bennett stood out as an exemplar demonstrating our BCMS V.I.S.I.O.N. Madison has a desire to do well, not only because it is expected of her, but also because she has an innate desire to do well for herself. If she makes a mistake, she perseveres without getting frustrated or annoyed that she has to try again. She is diligent and meticulous in improving whenever possible. While Madison is a very quiet young lady she is willing to help and lead others to better themselves as well. In the classroom, she is focused, ready at all times and always uses her time wisely. Madison can be counted on to be honest and responsible and is a pleasure to have in class. She is dedicated to being the best version of herself, and puts a great amount of effort into everything she does. With her work ethic and reliability, there is no doubt that Madison is going to go far!”
CONGRATULATIONS, Madison!!
BCMS SPELLING BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who received an invitation to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 3 on Thursday. The BCMS Winner and the 1st Runner Up, will participate in the Jackson County Spelling Bee which takes place at Luthern Central on Thursday, January 30, at 1:00 pm.
| Grade 6 | Grade 7 | Grade 8 |
| Banta, Kaylee Bennett, Madison Bowman, Kayla Smith, Taylor Pitts, Joanna Lutes, Atticus Davis, Floyd |
Derringer, Haley Bohn, Jake Ratliff, Shane Luther, Hunger Killey, Grant Zumhingst, Cash Ratliff, Chance Bogard, Isaiah Blackburn, Cody |
Pearson, Jayron Blann, Brady Penn, Spencer Herzner, Mark Autry, E.J. Wynn, Conner Bowman, Haley |
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who will move on to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 6 on Thursday. The BCMS Champion from Round 2 will take an online test to determine if he or she will be invited to participate in the State Competition later in March.
| Grade 6 | Grade 7 | Grade 8 |
| Stuckwisch, Sloan Mull, Gage Lilly, Austin Smith, Taylor Skaggs, Kate Sheffer, Micah Rascoe, Conner Johnson, Jaxson Downing, Collin |
Derringer, Haley Brown, Bella Bohn, Jake Hackman, Smith Burton, Brynn Blackburn, Cody Schneider, Evan |
Blann, Brady Geswein, Logan Burnside, Cody Autry, E.J. Perkinson, Lauren VonDielingen, Megan Pearson, Jayron Herzner, Mark |
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 20
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Seymour- AWAY
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Scottsburg-HOME
- 6 Girls Basketball vs Scottsburg- AWAY
Tuesday, January 21
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs East Washington- HOME
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Crothersville-HOME
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Salem-AWAY
Saturday, January 25
- 7/8 Boys Basketball at Salem- MSC Tourney
- 7/8 Girls Basketball at Salem- MSC Tourney
- 6 Boys vs St. Vincent Bedford- HOME
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them” - Michael Jordan
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 61, 60, 59, 58, 57
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Chase the vision, not the money." - Tony Hsieh
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Overcoming Obstacles with Positive Action”
Until next week,
Last Week
Mr. McClure's Weekly Blog
Week of: January 13 - 17
Week 21
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session next Monday, January 20th.
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt next Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
On the evening of Tuesday, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students next week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
WASHINGTON, D.C. PAYMENT ALERT
8th grade BCMS student Washington, D.C. trip registrants are reminded that the third payment ($275) is due this Wednesday, January 17th. Please note that all trip payments are made directly to Brightspark, not BCMS.
SIXTH LEVEL REVIEW REWARD ACTIVITY
As mentioned last week, those students earning “on-level” status for the sixth level review period (December 2nd – December 20th) enjoyed treats and/or recreation time as grade levels the afternoon of Friday, January 10th.
And, here are the number of BCMS students that are participating in the sixth on-level reward activity:
After each level review, we look at where we are, in comparison to where we’ve been, to help us determine where we are going.
We would invite you to click on any one of the following On-Level History reports that might interest you.
2019-2020 All Current Grades On-Level History Report
Entire School On-Level History Report (2014-2015 thru 2019-2020)
Grade 6 On-Level History Report (Class of 2021 – Class of 2026)
Grade 7 On-Level History Report (Class of 2020 – Class of 2025)
Grade 8 On-Level History Report (Class of 2019 – Class of 2024)
We will continue to track our on-level percentages as classes and as a school each level review period.
To have 100% of our student body to earn “on level” status remains our goal. To achieve that goal would put us closer to our aim: for all BCMS students to develop those necessary study habits which will enable our students to be successful at BCHS and allow them to reach their fullest academic potential.
And, we challenge the students to always be cognizant of their level status. As we start “Week 21” of the school year, we are already starting “week 2” in the seventh level review period.
DAILY HABITS . . . DAILY RESULTS!
BRAVE BOTICS: - Another State Qualifier Added
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Brave Botics Coach
Five Brave Botics Teams competed in tournament play on Saturday, January 11 with 46 other middle school teams from around the state. In Qualification Rounds, our team finished as listed.
With this Teamwork Challenge victory, Colton, Conner and Luke will be competing in VEX IQ State Competition on March 7th at Lucas Oil Stadium along with Team C (Cody, Dustin, Alli) who has already qualified for state. Great job, Team G!
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 13
Tuesday, January 14
Thursday, January 16
Saturday, January 18
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up”- Babe Ruth
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 66, 68, 64, 63, 62
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Where there is no vision, there is no hope.” - George Washington Carver
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Making a Difference by Being our Best”
Until next week,
Week of: January 13 - 17
Week 21
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session next Monday, January 20th.
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt next Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
On the evening of Tuesday, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students next week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
WASHINGTON, D.C. PAYMENT ALERT
8th grade BCMS student Washington, D.C. trip registrants are reminded that the third payment ($275) is due this Wednesday, January 17th. Please note that all trip payments are made directly to Brightspark, not BCMS.
SIXTH LEVEL REVIEW REWARD ACTIVITY
As mentioned last week, those students earning “on-level” status for the sixth level review period (December 2nd – December 20th) enjoyed treats and/or recreation time as grade levels the afternoon of Friday, January 10th.
And, here are the number of BCMS students that are participating in the sixth on-level reward activity:
- Grade 6: 71 “on-level” / 121 6th graders enrolled = 59%
- Grade 7: 87 “on-level” / 124 7th graders enrolled = 70%
- Grade 8: 78 “on-level”/ 130 8th graders enrolled = 60%
- All grades: 236 “on-level” / 375 BCMS students = 63%
After each level review, we look at where we are, in comparison to where we’ve been, to help us determine where we are going.
We would invite you to click on any one of the following On-Level History reports that might interest you.
2019-2020 All Current Grades On-Level History Report
Entire School On-Level History Report (2014-2015 thru 2019-2020)
Grade 6 On-Level History Report (Class of 2021 – Class of 2026)
Grade 7 On-Level History Report (Class of 2020 – Class of 2025)
Grade 8 On-Level History Report (Class of 2019 – Class of 2024)
We will continue to track our on-level percentages as classes and as a school each level review period.
To have 100% of our student body to earn “on level” status remains our goal. To achieve that goal would put us closer to our aim: for all BCMS students to develop those necessary study habits which will enable our students to be successful at BCHS and allow them to reach their fullest academic potential.
And, we challenge the students to always be cognizant of their level status. As we start “Week 21” of the school year, we are already starting “week 2” in the seventh level review period.
DAILY HABITS . . . DAILY RESULTS!
BRAVE BOTICS: - Another State Qualifier Added
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Brave Botics Coach
Five Brave Botics Teams competed in tournament play on Saturday, January 11 with 46 other middle school teams from around the state. In Qualification Rounds, our team finished as listed.
- Team G (Colton Whittymore, Conner Wynn, Luke Imlay) - 5th place
- Team A ( Mason Short, Quincy Weddell) - 11th place
- Team H (Cody Blackburn, Will Baker) - 21st place
- Team E (Brynn Burton, Joanna Pitts) - 27th place
- Team C (Cody Burnside, Dustin Brewer, Alli Dillard - 29th place
With this Teamwork Challenge victory, Colton, Conner and Luke will be competing in VEX IQ State Competition on March 7th at Lucas Oil Stadium along with Team C (Cody, Dustin, Alli) who has already qualified for state. Great job, Team G!
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 13
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Oolitic- AWAY
- 6 Boys Basketball vs Austin- HOME
- 6 Girls Basketball vs Austin- VALLONIA
Tuesday, January 14
- 6 Boys Basketball vs Bedford- VALLONIA
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Brown County- HOME
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs West Washington- AWAY
Thursday, January 16
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Shawswick- AWAY
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Seymour- HOME
Saturday, January 18
- 6 Boys Basketball at Brown County Invite
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up”- Babe Ruth
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 66, 68, 64, 63, 62
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Where there is no vision, there is no hope.” - George Washington Carver
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Making a Difference by Being our Best”
Until next week,
Lunch Menu
Homework
Homework Assignments will be updated daily by 3:00 pm.
Trimester 2
Week 13: November 4 - November 8
Week 14: November 11 - November 15
Week 15: November 18 - November 22
Week 16: November 25 - November 29 (Thanksgiving Week)
Week 17: December 2 - December 6
Week 18: December 9 - December 13
Week 19: December 16 - December 20
Week 20: January 6 - January 10
Week 21: January 13 - January 17
Week 22: January 20 - January 24
Week 23: January 27 - January 31
Week 24: February 3 - February 7
Week 25: February 10 - February 14
Trimester 1
Week 12: October 28 - November 1
Trimester 2
Week 13: November 4 - November 8
Week 14: November 11 - November 15
Week 15: November 18 - November 22
Week 16: November 25 - November 29 (Thanksgiving Week)
Week 17: December 2 - December 6
Week 18: December 9 - December 13
Week 19: December 16 - December 20
Week 20: January 6 - January 10
Week 21: January 13 - January 17
Week 22: January 20 - January 24
Week 23: January 27 - January 31
Week 24: February 3 - February 7
Week 25: February 10 - February 14
Trimester 1
Week 12: October 28 - November 1
Fulfill Your Potential
To Fulfill Your Potential at BCMS, You Must:
- Behave in a manner appropriate for school
- Show respect for the people and property around you.
- Be in class every day with a positive attitude
- Come to class prepared with the appropriate materials
- Keep a folder, notebook, or binder for each class
- Update your agenda daily
- Complete daily assignments
- Participate in class discussions and activities
- Ask for extra help when needed.
- Study outside of school
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Mr. McClure's Weekly Blog
Week of: January 20 - 24
Week 22
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session today (Monday, January 20th).
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
Next Tuesday evening, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students this week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
CLASS OF 2024 . . . BCHS SCHEDULING
Submitted by: Mr. Koch, BCHS Guidance Counselor
For our current BCMS 8th grade students: Please click here for an important announcement that pertains to your freshman BCHS classes schedule for next year.
CLASS OF 2024 . . . 8th GRADE FAREWELL DANCE
(a.k.a. The “WING DING”)
This year’s 8th Grade Farewell Dance is scheduled for the evening of Friday, May 1, 2020. Click here to view the informational letter that went home with the students of the Class of 2024 last week.
BCMS DECEMBER STUDENT OF THE MONTH
On the evening of January 14th, at the regular school board meeting of school trustees, Brownstown Central Middle School recognized Madison Bennett as the BCMS December Brave of the Month.
BCMS promotes and reinforces the three character traits of Respect, Responsibility and Resourcefulness in our students. We focus on the development of these character traits, in addition to academic learning, to help establish a solid foundation upon which to build future success at BCHS and beyond. Each month we look to recognize a BCMS student who models the Three R’s of our school to his/her classmates through their example.
This is what Madison’s teachers had to say about her selection: “The Sixth Grade team is proud of our first student of the month for 2020. While several students were mentioned as good candidates, Madison Bennett stood out as an exemplar demonstrating our BCMS V.I.S.I.O.N. Madison has a desire to do well, not only because it is expected of her, but also because she has an innate desire to do well for herself. If she makes a mistake, she perseveres without getting frustrated or annoyed that she has to try again. She is diligent and meticulous in improving whenever possible. While Madison is a very quiet young lady she is willing to help and lead others to better themselves as well. In the classroom, she is focused, ready at all times and always uses her time wisely. Madison can be counted on to be honest and responsible and is a pleasure to have in class. She is dedicated to being the best version of herself, and puts a great amount of effort into everything she does. With her work ethic and reliability, there is no doubt that Madison is going to go far!”
CONGRATULATIONS, Madison!!
BCMS SPELLING BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who received an invitation to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 3 on Thursday. The BCMS Winner and the 1st Runner Up, will participate in the Jackson County Spelling Bee which takes place at Luthern Central on Thursday, January 30, at 1:00 pm.
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Banta, Kaylee
Bennett, Madison
Bowman, Kayla
Smith, Taylor
Pitts, Joanna
Lutes, Atticus
Davis, FloydDerringer, Haley
Bohn, Jake
Ratliff, Shane
Luther, Hunger
Killey, Grant
Zumhingst, Cash
Ratliff, Chance
Bogard, Isaiah
Blackburn, CodyPearson, Jayron
Blann, Brady
Penn, Spencer
Herzner, Mark
Autry, E.J.
Wynn, Conner
Bowman, Haley
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEE - Round 1
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Librarian
Congratulations to the following students who will move on to Round 2 since they scored in the Top 7 for their grade level. Round 2 will take place during period 6 on Thursday. The BCMS Champion from Round 2 will take an online test to determine if he or she will be invited to participate in the State Competition later in March.
Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Stuckwisch, Sloan
Mull, Gage
Lilly, Austin
Smith, Taylor
Skaggs, Kate
Sheffer, Micah
Rascoe, Conner
Johnson, Jaxson
Downing, CollinDerringer, Haley
Brown, Bella
Bohn, Jake
Hackman, Smith
Burton, Brynn
Blackburn, Cody
Schneider, EvanBlann, Brady
Geswein, Logan
Burnside, Cody
Autry, E.J.
Perkinson, Lauren
VonDielingen, Megan
Pearson, Jayron
Herzner, Mark
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 20
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Seymour- AWAY
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Scottsburg-HOME
- 6 Girls Basketball vs Scottsburg- AWAY
Tuesday, January 21
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs East Washington- HOME
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Crothersville-HOME
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Salem-AWAY
Saturday, January 25
- 7/8 Boys Basketball at Salem- MSC Tourney
- 7/8 Girls Basketball at Salem- MSC Tourney
- 6 Boys vs St. Vincent Bedford- HOME
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them” - Michael Jordan
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 61, 60, 59, 58, 57
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Chase the vision, not the money." - Tony Hsieh
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Overcoming Obstacles with Positive Action”
Until next week, -
Mr. McClure's Weekly Blog
Week of: January 13 - 17
Week 21
“The Principal’s Post”
PLEASE NOTE – Monday, January 20th is a scheduled Snow Make-Up Day. Due to the inclement weather school cancellation on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, BCCSC schools WILL BE in session next Monday, January 20th.
MONDAY IS A 20!
This reminder for BCMS students to wear their BCMS 20/20 V.I.S.I.O.N. tee shirt next Monday, January 20th!
BCMS GRADE 6 PARENT 1:1 INFORMATION NIGHT!
BCMS is excited to announce that the Class of 2026 (our current Grade 6 students) has been selected to pilot our corporation technology 1:1 device initiative for Trimester 3! (Trimester 3 begins on Tuesday, February 18th.)
On the evening of Tuesday, January 28th, BCMS is hosting an Information Night for parents of our 6th Grade students to help explain the initiative and answer any related questions regarding what their children can expect when being assigned a Chromebook for Trimester 3. Please click here for an advanced view of the invitation that will be sent home with 6th grade students next week.
And although this is a 6th Grade pilot for Trimester 3, we would like to invite any BCMS parent who is interested in learning more about what all BCMS students will experience in August.
Many decisions are being made as it relates to the initiative, and preparations are currently underway to insure a successful pilot. What we learn throughout the Trimester 3 pilot will help inform our corporation rollout (grades 5-12) to start the 2020-2021 school year.
We hope you will be able to join us!
WASHINGTON, D.C. PAYMENT ALERT
8th grade BCMS student Washington, D.C. trip registrants are reminded that the third payment ($275) is due this Wednesday, January 17th. Please note that all trip payments are made directly to Brightspark, not BCMS.
SIXTH LEVEL REVIEW REWARD ACTIVITY
As mentioned last week, those students earning “on-level” status for the sixth level review period (December 2nd – December 20th) enjoyed treats and/or recreation time as grade levels the afternoon of Friday, January 10th.
And, here are the number of BCMS students that are participating in the sixth on-level reward activity:
- Grade 6: 71 “on-level” / 121 6th graders enrolled = 59%
- Grade 7: 87 “on-level” / 124 7th graders enrolled = 70%
- Grade 8: 78 “on-level”/ 130 8th graders enrolled = 60%
- All grades: 236 “on-level” / 375 BCMS students = 63%
After each level review, we look at where we are, in comparison to where we’ve been, to help us determine where we are going.
We would invite you to click on any one of the following On-Level History reports that might interest you.
2019-2020 All Current Grades On-Level History Report
Entire School On-Level History Report (2014-2015 thru 2019-2020)
Grade 6 On-Level History Report (Class of 2021 – Class of 2026)
Grade 7 On-Level History Report (Class of 2020 – Class of 2025)
Grade 8 On-Level History Report (Class of 2019 – Class of 2024)
We will continue to track our on-level percentages as classes and as a school each level review period.
To have 100% of our student body to earn “on level” status remains our goal. To achieve that goal would put us closer to our aim: for all BCMS students to develop those necessary study habits which will enable our students to be successful at BCHS and allow them to reach their fullest academic potential.
And, we challenge the students to always be cognizant of their level status. As we start “Week 21” of the school year, we are already starting “week 2” in the seventh level review period.
DAILY HABITS . . . DAILY RESULTS!
BRAVE BOTICS: - Another State Qualifier Added
Submitted by Ms. Ault, Brave Botics Coach
Five Brave Botics Teams competed in tournament play on Saturday, January 11 with 46 other middle school teams from around the state. In Qualification Rounds, our team finished as listed.
- Team G (Colton Whittymore, Conner Wynn, Luke Imlay) - 5th place
- Team A ( Mason Short, Quincy Weddell) - 11th place
- Team H (Cody Blackburn, Will Baker) - 21st place
- Team E (Brynn Burton, Joanna Pitts) - 27th place
- Team C (Cody Burnside, Dustin Brewer, Alli Dillard - 29th place
With this Teamwork Challenge victory, Colton, Conner and Luke will be competing in VEX IQ State Competition on March 7th at Lucas Oil Stadium along with Team C (Cody, Dustin, Alli) who has already qualified for state. Great job, Team G!
BCMS ATHLETIC UPDATES
Submitted by: Mr. Young, BCMS Athletic Director
Sporting events this week:
Monday, January 13
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Oolitic- AWAY
- 6 Boys Basketball vs Austin- HOME
- 6 Girls Basketball vs Austin- VALLONIA
Tuesday, January 14
- 6 Boys Basketball vs Bedford- VALLONIA
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Brown County- HOME
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs West Washington- AWAY
Thursday, January 16
- 7/8 Girls Basketball vs Shawswick- AWAY
- 7/8 Boys Basketball vs Seymour- HOME
Saturday, January 18
- 6 Boys Basketball at Brown County Invite
Great job athletes! Keep working hard in the classroom & on the court!
“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up”- Babe Ruth
2020 ILEARN TEST COUNTER
This week: T-minus 66, 68, 64, 63, 62
THIS WEEK’S BRAVE V.I.S.I.O.N. QUOTE:
“Where there is no vision, there is no hope.” - George Washington Carver
THIS WEEK’S PROJECT WISDOM THEME:
“Making a Difference by Being our Best”
Until next week, -
Homework Assignments will be updated daily by 3:00 pm.
Trimester 2
Week 13: November 4 - November 8
Week 14: November 11 - November 15
Week 15: November 18 - November 22
Week 16: November 25 - November 29 (Thanksgiving Week)
Week 17: December 2 - December 6
Week 18: December 9 - December 13
Week 19: December 16 - December 20
Week 20: January 6 - January 10
Week 21: January 13 - January 17
Week 22: January 20 - January 24
Week 23: January 27 - January 31
Week 24: February 3 - February 7
Week 25: February 10 - February 14
Trimester 1
Week 12: October 28 - November 1 -
To Fulfill Your Potential at BCMS, You Must:
- Behave in a manner appropriate for school
- Show respect for the people and property around you.
- Be in class every day with a positive attitude
- Come to class prepared with the appropriate materials
- Keep a folder, notebook, or binder for each class
- Update your agenda daily
- Complete daily assignments
- Participate in class discussions and activities
- Ask for extra help when needed.
- Study outside of school