Counselor’s Corner Habit 2...Productivity

Productivity

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind by being Productive. Productivity is the quality, state, or fact of being able to generate, create, enhance, or bring forth goods and services. 

Quotes:

"Productivity is being able to do things that you were never able to do before." Franz Kafka

"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible."  Francis of Assisi

“Focus on being productive instead of busy.” ~ Tim Ferriss

"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing." Walt Disney

"Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort." Paul J. Meyer

"It's not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer." Albert Einstein

“Nothing is less productive than to make more efficient what should not be done at all.”

 Peter Drucker

"Sometimes, things may not go your way, but the effort should be there every single night." Michael Jordan

"He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life." Muhammad Ali

“Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration, the rest of us just get up and go to work.” 

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” Martin Luther King, Jr.

Spirit Week Starts Monday...

Important Information for 8th Grade Parents...

Important Information for 8th Grade Parents: 

On Friday of this week, 8th Grade students will be bringing home an important component of the state's education accountability system, the Parent Survey. The surveys have been designed to measure perceptions of three factors: home and school relations, the school's learning environment, and the school's social and physical environment.  It is very important that we receive this survey back no later than March 13, 2017.  Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

"Choose Joy, Expect Miracles."

Bythewood Middle School students and staff honor Round Top teacher and BMS parent, Teri Stone, by wearing the t-shirt, "Choose Joy, Expect Miracles."  Teri was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor and will face surgery in March.  Blythewood Middle shows support of Teri and her family as they go through this trial and wish her well.

Join the Richland Two Team...

 The district is hosting an All Positions Recruitment Fair next Thursday, March 2 from 1-7 p.m. at R2i2. Please share this information and flyer with family and friends interested in joining the Richland Two family!

Week 6: Nutrition News with Healthy Recipes...

This week's featured recipe:

Yearbooks almost gone...

 

We have a limited number of yearbooks left for sale.  Please stop by the library to purchase your yearbook. We are no longer selling the yearbook online. The cost is $45. We accept cash and check made out to BMS. 
Please contact Mrs. Swetnam if you have any questions at 691.6850, ext. 85436.

Annual ROSES Father/Daughter Dance 2017...

Annual ROSES Father/Daughter Dance 2017

 

 

Young Minds Dreaming Poetry Contest...

The South Carolina State Library is pleased to announce the Young Minds Dreaming poetry contest as a part of this year's Arbuthnot Lecture featuring award-winning author Jacqueline Woodson.  The Arbuthnot Lecture features an individual of distinction in the field of children's literature who has made a significant scholarly contribution to the field of children's literature.

This contest is open to all South Carolina students in grades 3-12.

First, Second, and Third Place winners will be selected for the following groups: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12. Winners and their families will be invited to the awards ceremony at the State Library on April 1, 2017 to read their poems, and have an opportunity to meet Jacqueline Woodson, this year's Arbuthnot Lecturer.  Winners will receive signed books by Jacqueline, an award such as a plaque, and a certificate.

Deadline for submissions is March 3, 2017.  Here is the link to submit the poetry:  http://www.statelibrary.sc.gov/poetry-contest.

Additionally, teachers who are able to verify that all students in their class have submitted poetry may use the verification form linked on the webpage for a chance to receive a classroom set of books. One set per age grouping will be made available.

For more details and submission guidelines please visit www.statelibrary.sc.gov/poetry-contest. For other questions please contact SCSL Learning Experiences Coordinator Pamela Hoppock at phoppock@statelibrary.sc.gov or (803) 734-8646.

Counselor’s Corner Habit 2...

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind through Problem Solving

Our Core Principle Spotlight for this week is Problem Solving.  Problem solving is the act of defining a problem; determining the cause of the problem; identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution; and implementing a solution.

Quotes: 

“We can not solve our problems with the same level of thinking that created them” 

― Albert Einstein

“Think outside the square. Think for yourself don't just follow the herd. Think multidisciplinary! Problems by definition, cross many academic disciplines.” 

― Lucas Remmerswaal

“If you choose to not deal with an issue, then you give up your right of control over the issue 

and it will select the path of least resistance.” 

― Susan Del Gatto

“Well, if it can be thought, it can be done, a problem can be overcome,” 

― E.A. Bucchianeri

“All my problems bow before my stubbornness.” 

― Amit Kalantri

“Problems are meant to be solved, but unfortunately, a lot of people choose to complain, worry, and cry about them.” 

― Edmond Mbiaka

“The first step to solving your problem is admitting that you have one.” 

― J. Spredemann

"Snow Day" Snow Cones Monday...

Snow Day Celebration! 
Due to the days missed because of the hurricane, students will attend school Monday, February 20th.  These "snow days" can be depressing, but the PTO can help cure the blues! Thanks to your donations to the PTO, we will be serving snow cones to the staff and students during the student lunch times on Monday, February 20th. Please encourage your child to wear all white on Monday for our celebration.  Let's make this "snow day" makeup day a little fun! 

Blythewood Black History Celebration Art Contest...

Early Dismissal Tomorrow... School is in session on Monday...

Friday, February 17th

Students will dismiss at 10:45 am.

BMS Roadshow...

The BMS music department traveled to Catawba Trail and Round Top Elementary Schools on February 7, 2016 for our annual Roadshow trip. The band and orchestra had small 8th grade ensembles perform for the 5th graders at each school. Our hope is that each of them will want to sign up for a music class next year in middle school! 

 

 

 

Early Dismissal Friday... School is in session on Monday...

Friday, February 17th

Students will dismiss at 10:45 am.

A message from our Curriculum Specialist...

Attention Parents!

Richland 2 is currently in the process of reviewing science textbooks for adoption for the next school year.  If you are interested in reviewing these texts from each of the three publishers being considered, please contact Denise Webster at 
803-691-6850, ext. 85434 or 
at dwebster@richland2.org to set up an appointment.

Week 5: Nutrition News with Healthy Recipes...

This week's featured recipe:

Counselor's Corner: Positive Thinking...

Our spotlight Core Principle for this week is Positive Thinking.  Positive thinking is a mental and emotional attitude that focuses on the bright side of life and expects positive results. A positive person anticipates happiness, health and success, and believes he or she can overcome any obstacle and difficulty. 

Positive Thinking Quotes:

A strong, positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success. Joyce Brothers

Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results. Willie Nelson

A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results. Wade Boggs

You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind. Joyce Meyer

Successful people maintain a positive focus in life no matter what is going on around them. They stay focused on their past successes rather than their past failures, and on the next action steps they need to take to get them closer to the fulfillment of their goals rather than all the other distractions that life presents to them. Jack Canfield

R​ound Top Elementary ​is collecting for a cause...

R​ound Top Elementary ​is collecting new or gently used athletic shoes
for an organization called WaterStep.

T​his project is being organized by our 2nd grade student Leaders.

​We have learned that access to water is one of the biggest problems that humanity faces. 1 in 10 people on the planet do not have access to safe water. More people die every year from diseases caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation than from armed conflict.

Children are the most vulnerable.
Donated shoes will support water projects in communities around the world, providing safe drinking water to someone that needs it.

Our goal is 1,500 pairs of shoes.

Collection dates are Jan. 30- Feb. 24!

​Shoes may be dropped off at Round Top, 449 Rimer Pond Rd, Blythewood from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm, or​ contact Principal Jeaneen Tucker,

​at 803-518-4896 to arrange for pick up​.​

Fireflies drawing contest...

Congratulations to BMS 7th grade student, Michaela Lanier.  Michaela entered the Fireflies drawing contest and was a winner!  Awesome job Michaela!!! 

Blythewood High School Honors Forum Information...

Blythewood High School Honors Forum Application Information:

This announcement is for 8th grade students who are zoned for, and will be attending, Blythewood High School next school year: The Blythewood High School Honors Forum is a unique program designed for serious and academically motivated students who wish to challenge themselves with rigorous coursework taught by expert faculty.  Detailed information about the program and an application for the program can be located on the Blythewood High School website (https://sites.google.com/richland2.org/bhshonorsforum/home) and each student wishing to apply needs to complete the application and submit it by February 28, 2017.  Parents can also contact Scott Auspelmyer, the Lead Teacher of the Honors Forum, for more information.  His email address is sauspelm@richland2.org.