Blennerhassett Middle

With the 2020-21 school year wrapping up, I would just like to say “Thank You!” Thank you to everyone: Students, parents, teachers, staff and community members. Thank you to everyone who has helped others get through this often challenging and frustrating year, and thank you to everyone for your patience and resilience. Even as we head into summer break, Wood County Schools is hard at work finalizing preparations for our summer programs which are set to begin later this month. These eight programs are unlike anything we have offered before and are sure to be engaging and fun for students at all grade levels. More than 1,500 students are enrolled and more than 200 teachers and staff have been hired to help make these programs a success. Wood County Schools’ summer offerings have been called a model for the state, and we intend to show everyone why we deserve to be called the best school system in West Virginia. I want everyone to have a wonderful summer and a well-earned break. Most importantly, though, I want everyone ready for this fall. Throughout all of our challenges, we have learned and we have grown, and it is time for us to put that hard-earned knowledge to work for our students. We want to provide all of our kids with the best possible opportunities in first-class facilities staffed by top-level teachers and caring adults. So as we say goodbye to the 2020-21 school year, let us look forward to the wonderful things we can accomplish together in the months and years ahead. Thank you everyone, and have a great summer!

Yearbooks will be delivered in the Fall due to not being in school the first part of the year. If your child is going to high school or won't be at BMS next year, we will contact you to pick up the yearbook. Extra yearbooks have been ordered and can be purchased on a first come first serve basis in the Fall.

Formal Pictures Link and Information Parents can order photos online. These are SOOO good! https://loripickensphotography.shootproof.com/BMS Password: BMS

Exciting news from Wood County Schools! Off Campus Learning Options are now available for the fall. Learn more at woodcountyschoolswv.com.

8th Grade Families We are finalizing the 8th Grade Slideshow that will be shown during the promotion ceremony on June 2nd. Several students have not submitted pictures yet. We have asked each student to send in 5 pictures to BMS8thgradepromotion@gmail.com. Students who do not send pictures in by 10am on Tuesday, June 1st will not be included in the slideshow. Promotion ceremony tickets will be sent home with students today. Everyone must have a ticket to attend the promotion ceremony.

8th Grade Parents Please make sure your child returns the promotion paper stating who will be attending the promotion and how many tickets you will need. This needs returned tomorrow to their Advisory teacher. If students need another copy, they can come to the office to get one today.

COVID Vaccine Clinic Information

Blennerhassett Middle School PTSA will have their final meeting of the year tonight at 7pm in the auditorium. Agenda items include nominations and elections of officers for next year, membership drive events, fundraisers, etc. Mrs. Arthur will be presenting 2020-2021 year in review for parents.

8th Grade Formal Picture Form Please see the attached picture form for the 8th grade formal. We will have copies of the form available at the dance.

Reminder - GSA Testing GSA testing begins next week for all students attending BMS in person. Students in grades 6 and 7 will test Monday - Wednesday and students in 8th grade will test Monday - Thursday. Students will be testing from 8:00am - 12:00pm each day. Students can bring their own headphones or a set will be provided for them. Please make sure your child gets a good nights sleep, brings a water bottle, and arrives at school on time.

8th Grade Parents Parkersburg South High School will be having a meeting for students interested in taking honors courses in 9th grade on May 24th at 7pm in the auditorium. Formal Sign Ups - The last day to sign up for the 8th grade formal is Friday, May 14th. 8th Grade Slideshow pictures need to be submitted to bms8thgradepromotion@gmail.com. Students are to submit 5 pictures of their choice. These can be baby pictures, elementary pictures, or pictures from middle school. All pictures must be school appropriate. Please submit these ASAP.

Yesterday, the FDA approved the use of the Pfizer - COVID vaccination for 12 to 15 year olds in the U.S. The West Virginia Department of Education has asked all counties to compile a list of students interested in receiving the vaccination (12 and up). Vaccinations could start as early as next week. If you are interested, please complete the following survey. Thank you. https://forms.office.com/r/WhNUycrKju

The last day iPads will be sent home with students is this Thursday May 13th. Please have your child return their charging block and power cord with their iPad Friday May14th. Any iPad not returned will result in the student being invoiced for the missing iPad. Replacement cost is $250-$394. Any student returning chargers (brick and USB cable) will be invoiced $25 replacement cost. Have a great day!

Thank you - West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History and many others for allowing us to be part of “Save the Music Grant”.

The West Virginia Department of Education has asked school systems to survey our families for those interested in receiving COVID-19 vaccinations for their students 12 years old or older as well as immediate family members. Please click the following link if your family is interested in participating. https://forms.office.com/r/WhNUycrKju

As part of Teacher Appreciation Week, I want to take a moment to personally say ‘Thank You’ to all of Wood County Schools’ selfless and dedicated educators. This has been one of the most challenging school years in recent history. Our teachers have not only endured nearly impossible tasks but have risen to the challenge and have continued to place our students first. Our teachers and personnel have dedicated countless hours keeping students engaged, providing support and care to families, and giving our children a beacon of normalcy in an often turbulent and uncertain world. The work you do each day is more appreciated than you will ever know. Wood County Schools is blessed to have so many caring and dedicated teachers, and I want all of you to know: We see what you are doing and what you have done, and we are thankful you are here. Thank you for making a difference!

Happy Staff Appreciation Week!! Please take time this week to show our staff how much we appreciate them!

Benchmark Testing is tomorrow (Monday, May 3rd) for all students. Please make sure your child charges their iPad so they will be ready for testing tomorrow. Students also need to bring their charging cables and charging box with them to school in case they need to charge their iPad during the day. Students also need to bring a water bottle to school everyday.

Bus 148 is running late today. Students who ride bus 148 will be delayed in getting home.

Sports Physicals for the 2021 - 2022 WVU Med Mid Ohio Valley Medical Complex 800 Grand Central Ave Vienna, WV 26105 (Behind the Grand Central Mall) By Last Name A-D 9AM E-J 10AM K-R 11AM S-Z 12PM Physical forms are in the office.