Meet our Student Council, SIC and PTO Members

In addition to the administrative team, Blythewood Middle School relies upon the help and support of our community, as well as a few other governing bodies.  Please meet our Student Council, School Improvement Council (SIC) and our Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).  We encourage our parents to continue to become involved and volunteer.

Student Council:

 School Improvement Council (SIC):

Parent Teacher Organization (PTO):

Red Ribbon Week was a huge success

Monday:  

Classroom Door Ribbon Pledge Signing

Wednesday: 

"Sock Out Drugs"- crazy sock/stocking day

Thursday: 

Red Out Day - wear all RED

 

 

Friday:  

"Wacky Tacky Day" -  wear any kind of mismatched clothes or crazy colors

Make-up Pictures and volunteers needed

School Picture make-up day is Thursday, November 5th. 

If you missed getting your picture taken the first time, then on Thursday, November 5th you will have your picture taken.  This picture will also be put in the yearbook.   Students who missed pictures the first time because of absence or are new to Blythewood Middle will have their picture taken.  If you ordered pictures the 1st time around and would like to retake them please bring in the entire picture packet on Thursday, November 5th.  Retakes will not be taken without the entire packet.  All picture orders are prepaid.  If you did not receive a picture packet, you can pick one up in the lobby at BMS or you can go online at:

www.strawbridge.net.  Use the following code:  (1067)

On Thursday, all group/clubs will also be taking their pictures for the yearbook!

Volunteers are needed for help with make-up picture day.  Please click on the link below and help volunteer!

Volunteers for Picture day

Parent University November 10th

On behalf of our guidance department, we would like to invite all parents to Parent University on Tuesday, November 10th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.. Parent University is a series of informational sessions for parents to learn about topics and issues related to their child's learning experience.  A hot dog dinner will be provided. We would like you to have input so we may plan sessions to meet your needs. Please take a moment to fill out the interest survey by clicking on this link: 

Parent University Topic Interest Form

Veterans Day Celebration

JV Wrestling

Students interested in trying out for JV Wrestling at the high schools are encouraged to visit Richland Two high school websites for more information.

Blythewood High School 

Richland Northeast High School

Ridge View High School

Spring Valley High School

Westwood High School

Ridge View High School ~ Trunk-or-Treat

Character Awards October 21st

On Wednesday October 21st, Blythewood Middle School held its Character Awards Breakfast. Students were honored for consistently demonstrating good character and positive life skills.  BMS has been recognized by the National Character Education Partnership for its outstanding character education program. The Character Awards Breakfast is just one of the many ways Blythewood Middle promotes good citizenship.  Congratulations to October’s award recipients:

6^th Grade: 

Kayla Chiles
Hope Goodwin
Evan Taylor
Sophie Carlton
Joey Henning
Brandon Marshall

7th Grade:  

Madeline Dissinger

Abbie Slatton

Alicia McCall

Randy Flores

Sean Kelly

Jordan Washington

Meredith Stone

8th Grade:  

Quintin Crawford

Calvin Johnson

Collin Flores

Jada Mack

Hannah Creel

Sutton Peck

Read Your Way to the Big Game Challenge!

Read Your Way to the Big Game Challenge!

• Read 3 books by Oct. 28
• Complete an online book review for each book. 
• Earn an invitation to Minute to Win It games in the library.
• *At least 2 books must be chapter books.

• Students participating in the EOC contest will submit completed reading logs by November 9th. Rules for that contest may be found here.

Please see Mrs. Swetnam if you have any questions!

Happy Reading! 

Make Up Pictures & Group/Club Pictures November 5th

School Picture make-up day is Thursday, November 5th. 

If you missed getting your picture taken the first time, then on Thursday, November 5th you will have your picture taken.  This picture will also be put in the yearbook.   Students who missed pictures the first time because of absence or are new to Blythewood Middle will have their picture taken.  If you ordered pictures the 1st time around and would like to retake them please bring in the entire picture packet on Thursday, November 5th.  Retakes will not be taken without the entire packet.  All picture orders are prepaid.  If you did not receive a picture packet, you can pick one up in the lobby at BMS or you can go online at:

www.strawbridge.net.  Use the following code:  (1067)

On Thursday, all group/clubs will also be taking their pictures for the yearbook!

Red Ribbon Week October 26-30th

Blythewood Middle School 
is participating in the
 Red Ribbon Campaign 

during the week of October 26-30th.

Activities for the week will be:

Monday:  Classroom Door Ribbon Pledge Signing

Tuesday:  "Team Up Against Drugs" - dress in your favorite team.

Wednesday: "Sock Out Drugs"- crazy sock/stocking day

Thursday: *Red Out Day - wear all RED

Friday:  "Wacky Tacky Day" -  wear any kind of mismatched clothes or crazy colors

AVID Guest Speakers

The AVID program is looking for classroom career guest speakers. Please consider spending some time discussing your college and career path with our AVID students. If you would like to participate, take a moment to fill out the speaker interest form. Thank you for your support!

Classroom Guest Speaker Form

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Celebrating 20 years ~ "Tailgating" BMS style

Celebrating 20 years on October 20th by tailgating, BMS style!  Come watch the Lady Chargers at 3 o'clock and then watch the Charger Football team at 4 o'clock.  

So, what is BMS Tailgating, you ask?  You will be able to purchase grilled hot dogs, hamburgers or cheeseburgers, in addition to our normal concession items.  Items will also be sold as combos.  Please do not bring outside food/drinks or tents as we will be limited for space.

Go Chargers!

Spirit Week October 19th-21st

Monday, October 19th:  

Western Wear

Tuesday, October 20th:

 Black & Gold

Wednesday, October 21st:

Pajama Day

PTO Selling T-shirts

Monday, October 19th, the PTO will be selling t-shirts during each grade level lunch for $5.00.  

Just in time for spirit week!

Tdap vaccine for 7th grade

Parents/Guardians,

Please be reminded that all 7^th grade students are required to have a Tdap vaccine for the 2015-2016 school year.   If your child has already had this very important vaccination, please also be certain that the school has a copy of your child’s immunization record to document this.

The deadline for immunization for compliance for 7^th grade students is October 30^th.   After October 30, 2015, your child may be excluded from school until proof of having obtained the required vaccine is received by the school. 

Family Outreach Survey

 In an effort to better assist our Blythewood Middle School families that have been affected by the recent floods we have created a survey to assist us with identifying families that may have experienced the loss of property and/or other damages.

  Please click on the link below and fill out the survey.  Our goal is to provide our students and their families with the support needed during this difficult time.  Together we are "#SCStrong" -  it's the Blythewood Way!

Family Outreach Survey

Last home volleyball game

The Lady Chargers have spiked their way to an undefeated season so far!  Come join us to cheer them on to another victory at our last home game, Tuesday, October 20, 2015, 3:00 p.m. in the gymnasium.  "Tailgate" afterwards, BMS style, to celebrate their victories!

SPARK Girls meeting October 28th

SPARK! Girls will meet Thursday, October 29th.
2:30-3:30pm in the Art room

For more information check out their blog!
http://bms-spark.blogspot.com/

Important Information Regarding End of Nine Weeks & Report Cards:

Due to the recent flooding and missed time from school, the end of the 1st nine weeks has been extended from October 21st to October 28th.  As a result, our new report card date will be November 5th.  Our 1st nine weeks Honor Roll Parade has also been rescheduled for November 20th.  

BMS is going all out for 2 great causes!

Join us for another "Blythewood gives back" event!  This Friday we will be tackling two causes:   Breast Cancer Awareness and Flood Relief.  During this time, we will be collecting donations in the Car Rider Lines for the continued Flood Relief Effort. We realize that many of you may have already given in some form, but are asking if you might consider giving at least $1 towards this effort.

We will also be selling a "rain boot" sheet that students can purchase for $1.  Students will have the opportunity to write on these sheets, their thoughts about the flood.  
These will be displayed in our hallways.  

Finally, Friday morning  we will have our very own Breast Cancer Walk before school officially starts.  Sixth grade will walk from 9-9:15 and 7th and 8th grade will walk from 9:20-9:35.  Of course, Friday is also PINK OUT day, so everyone needs to be dressed in PINK. 

This will also be a HAT DAY! Students can wear hats for $2!!   Students that are not able to arrive by the above listed times will have the opportunity to walk during their grade-level lunch.

BMS vs Muller Road ~ October 20th

Come "tailgate" BMS style with the Chargers Tuesday, October 20, for our home game against Muller Road.  The Chargers are undefeated so far this season and we'd love to have everyone at our last home game this season to help cheer our student athletes on to another victory!  
Go Chargers!