Happy Thanksgiving!

Blythewood Middle School would like to wish all of our "Charger Families" a Happy Thanksgiving!  We hope that you enjoy some time as a family.

Blythewood Middle School will be closed Wednesday, November 26th - Friday, November 28th.  We will resume classes on Monday, December 1st.

Grits For Grandparents is Tomorrow

Grits for Grandparents is Tomorrow!

Tuesday, November 25th

8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 

Richland School District Two & Books-A-Million Toy Drive

Thanksgiving Break

Blythewood Middle School will be closed Wednesday, November 26th - Friday, November 28th.  We will resume classes on Monday, December 1st.

In Other News: Blythewood Baseball/Softball League

A+ for Parent University

Parent University was held on Tuesday, November 18th. It was a huge success!  Thank you everyone for coming out!

Congratulations to Mrs. Jodi Zeis, BMS 8th grade science teacher!  Mrs. Zeis has been selected as one of five State Finalists for the state of SC in Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow contest and will receive two Samsung Galaxy Tabs for use in her classroom. Mrs. Zeis will now have the opportunity to compete against 4 other State finalists.  The state winner will have the opportunity to receive a video technology kit and a technology package valued at $20,000 for the school!

Pies Needed!

We need some pies!  Each year PTO gives away pies during the Grits For Grands event.  If you can make or purchase a high quality pie please click the link to help us out.  Our grandparents sure love sharing the yummy pies!

We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online sign up and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming activity.

Please sign up for Pies For Grits For Grands 2014 - here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

   1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/tiYvS3

   2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot) 

   3. Sign up! Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!

Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

Peace Poster Contest

Congratulations to art teacher Ms. Jessica Burgess and her student Kamryn Jenkins, 8th grade.  Kamryn represented Blythewood Middle School in the district's Peace Poster Contest sponsored by the Lions Club International.

Meet Mr. Koelfhoffer

Blythewood Middle School gives a hearty "Charger" welcome to our newest faculty member, Mr. Marc Koelfhoffer!  Mr. Koelfhoffer is our new 7th grade ELA teacher.  Please join us on Tuesday, November 18th from 5:45-6:30 as our PTO hosts a "Meet & Greet" for Mr. Koelfhoffer in Room 209.  We hope that you will join us!

Grits for Grands Help Needed!

Volunteers Need for Grits For Grands on Monday,Nov 24, 2014 PTO is asking for help in setting up for Grits for Grands.  Then on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014 we need volunteers for the event.  Please click the link below to sign up.

We're using VolunteerSpot (the leading online sign up and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming activity.

Please sign up for Grits for Grands 2014 - here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

   1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/Kh9sEB

   2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot) 

   3. Sign up! Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!

Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

American Education Week

American Ed Week Festivities: 

Monday Nov. 17:

Teacher Scavenger Hunt for students; Monday until Thursday- Blythewood participation points awarded. 

Paper Teacher Appreciation Apples to hang on teacher's doors for students to sign. (student Council members will deliver and hang those up)

Tuesday Nov. 18: 

Apple Grams! Available in cafe during lunch for students to create for teachers.

Wednesday Nov. 19th:

Staff appreciation coffee bar - media center production room

Thursday Nov. 20th:

Teacher massages by AHS Chiropractic

Friday Nov. 21st:

Duty-Free Lunch by PTO - Guidance Conference Room

College Spirit Wear Day & Hospitality Jeans Day

Winter Art Camp at Westwood High School

Parent University is tomorrow - 11/18/14

Parent University

Parent University is tomorrow night! 

Parent University

Tuesday, November 18^th, 2014

6:00 to 7:35 p.m.

In Other News...

American Education Week Nov. 16th-22nd

"What is American Education Week?

American Education Week—November 16-22, 2014—presents all Americans with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education."

Honor Roll Celebration

Blythewood Middle School held it's 1st inaugural Honor Roll parade on Friday, October 31.  The event kicked off with a brief ceremony attended by parents, faculty, staff, and special guests the Honorable Calvin "Chip" Jackson and Assistant Superintendent Keith Price.  During the ceremony, nineteen students that have demonstrated exemplary character/lifeskills were recognized individually by Mr. Price, Mr. Jackson and principal Mrs. Mazcyk.  This was followed by recognition of over 400 honor roll students by assistant principal Mr. Johnson.  

The finale for the day's event was a parade in which The Honorable Calvin "Chip" Jackson and Assistant Superintendent Keith Price served as Grand Marshals.  Students took an honor walk through the school with family members by their side as celebratory music played over the loud speakers.  Peers, faculty and staff cheered them on from the sidelines. 

Magnet choice Fair

Rescheduled Parent University Date:

New date for Parent University

Parent University has been rescheduled.  We are sorry that we had to cancel due to weather a couple of weeks ago, but we are back on for:

Parent University

Tuesday, November 18^th, 2014

6:00 to 7:35 p.m.

BHS LEO Club

On behalf of Blythewood High School's Leo club, Blythewood Middle School is proud to display this event for their community service organization.  Funds raised from this event will go towards planning future community service projects...

The Blythewood High School Leo Club, a community service organization, will be hosting a HiWire Fundraiser Night this Friday! It will be a fun way to get your student up and active for a great cause!

When: Friday, November 7th from 6-9pm (Tickets are $12 per hour)

Where: HiWire at Plex Indoor Sports in the Village at Sandhills

Benefits: All proceeds will go directly to the BHS Leo Club and will be used to plan community service projects that will benefit the Greater Columbia area. 

We hope to see you there!

                     

   Blythewood Middle School is excited to have the opportunity to invite you to our annual Blythewood Middle School Veteran's Day assembly on Tuesday, November 11th at 8:30 AM in our gym to recognize you for your willingness to serve our country in the Armed Forces.  Please take a moment and RSVP by completing this form with your name and branch of the military.  Whether you are a member of our Blythewood community or you have a child here at Blythewood Middle School we are honored to have you join us.  After our ceremony please join us for a special reception in our Media Center.  

RSVP FORM

Media Center Newsletter

To see what's been going on in the Blythewood Middle School Media Center, click on the link below: 

BMS Media Center Newsletter

No School Tomorrow! Election Day

No School tomorrow, 
Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Fundraiser Pick up: Wednesday, November 5th

Fundraiser Pick up

Fall Fundraiser items are scheduled to be in Wednesday, November 5th. Please come to the gym lobby for pick up. Pick up is tentatively set for 2:00-6:00.

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