BMS Spiritwear...

Hi BMS Families!

The Blythewood Middle School Spiritwear Sale is happening now! This year you have two ways to order;

1. Fill out and send in the paper order form that will be sent home with your child TODAY (Monday, August 26), or

2. Order your Spiritwear online at https://blythewood2019.itemorder.com/sale

Please share this message with any family or friends you think would like to help support BMS and show their School Spirit.

The sale will only be open for two weeks so don’t wait, order TODAY. Once the sale ends, it’s over and you will NOT be able to order again this year.

BMS Information...

Thanks to our Technology Learning Coach, Mr. Tyler Abernathy, all students  that were present at school on Tuesday, August 26th, should have received their Chromebook.  If your student was present, but did not receive their Chromebook, please contact the school.  

As a reminder, if you have not paid for Chromebook insurance, it is highly recommended and must be purchased by September 30th.  If damages occur before insurance coverage is paid, the student will be assessed the full amount of repair or replacement.  

Finally, we will begin MAP testing on Wednesday, September 4th in the area of math (make-up testing 9/5 & 9/6) and again on Tuesday, September 10th in the area of ELA/Reading (make-up testing 9/11 & 9/12).  

Please feel free to contact the school with any questions that you may have.

Schedule Change Deadline...

Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we have worked to fulfill the academic needs of our students through the scheduling process.  The 8 day window for class schedule changes will close on Friday, August 30.  This will give teachers the opportunity to fully engage students in the academic standards for the remainder of this school year. 

BMS Information...

Thanks to our Technology Learning Coach, Mr. Tyler Abernathy, all students  that were present at school on Tuesday, August 26th, should have received their Chromebook.  If your student was present, but did not receive their Chromebook, please contact the school.  

As a reminder, if you have not paid for Chromebook insurance, it is highly recommended and must be purchased by September 30th.  If damages occur before insurance coverage is paid, the student will be assessed the full amount of repair or replacement.  

Finally, we will begin MAP testing on Wednesday, September 4th in the area of math (make-up testing 9/5 & 9/6) and again on Tuesday, September 10th in the area of ELA/Reading (make-up testing 9/11 & 9/12).  

Please feel free to contact the school with any questions that you may have.

BMS Spiritwear...

Hi BMS Families!

The Blythewood Middle School Spiritwear Sale is happening now! This year you have two ways to order;

1. Fill out and send in the paper order form that will be sent home with your child TODAY (Monday, August 26), or

2. Order your Spiritwear online at https://blythewood2019.itemorder.com/sale

Please share this message with any family or friends you think would like to help support BMS and show their School Spirit.

The sale will only be open for two weeks so don’t wait, order TODAY. Once the sale ends, it’s over and you will NOT be able to order again this year.

Schedule Change Deadline...

Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we have worked to fulfill the academic needs of our students through the scheduling process.  The 8 day window for class schedule changes will close on Friday, August 30.  This will give teachers the opportunity to fully engage students in the academic standards for the remainder of this school year. 

BMS Frequently Asked Questions...

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BMS Spiritwear...

Hi BMS Families!

The Blythewood Middle School Spiritwear Sale is happening now! This year you have two ways to order;

1. Fill out and send in the paper order form that will be sent home with your child TODAY (Monday, August 26), or

2. Order your Spiritwear online at https://blythewood2019.itemorder.com/sale

Please share this message with any family or friends you think would like to help support BMS and show their School Spirit.

The sale will only be open for two weeks so don’t wait, order TODAY. Once the sale ends, it’s over and you will NOT be able to order again this year.

Chromebook Roll Out...

Greetings Charger Families,

  On Tuesday, August 27th, Chromebooks will be distributed during this day. All students will be getting new cases and devices this year.  To make sure that you child's device is covered by insurance, please complete the fee payment via Parent Portal.  Here are some reminders as we prepare for roll-out:

• Technology Device Insurance ($20) must be paid in full to have coverage.  It covers one incident of accidental damage or theft (with a theft report) per school year. We strongly recommend the insurance fee be paid once the student has their assigned Chromebook.  If damage occurs before insurance is paid, the student will be assessed the full cost of the repair or replacement For example, a broken LCD screen is $150 to repair. A keyboard is $75.  Parents please note, as in the past, the Technology Device Insurance must be paid by September 30th. It will not be possible to purchase insurance after September 30th.  For full information on Technology Device Insurance and replacement costs, please reference the RUP document linked below.
• Signed RUP - You can complete via Parent Portal, as part of the Annual Update process. Please contact Mr. Abernathy, tabernathy@richland2.org, if you have questions.  

In the coming days, more information will be shared with students about the proper use and care of their Chromebook.  Please reference the following document as needed. 

Parent Information for Chromebooks at BMS

This document linked above provides information on distribution, repair issues and costs, helpful tips for CB use at home, Personal Device Use, and contact information at BMS when CB issues arise.  Thank you for being a partner in learning. We are excited for the year ahead with your child.

If you have any questions or concerns with technology at BMS, please contact Mr. Tyler Abernathy, tabernathy@richland2.org, 803 691-6850 ext. 85309.  

Chromebook Roll Out Video

Chromebook Roll Out...

Greetings Parents,

Just a reminder that we will begin giving out Chromebooks next Tuesday, August 27th. Eighth grade students will begin receiving Chromebooks through their 1st period class, 7th grade students through 2nd period class and 6th grade students through their 3rd period classes. Chromebooks roll out will continue until all students receive their Chromebooks. As a reminder, please log into Parent Portal to ensure that your students’ school fees have been paid. 

If you have any questions, please contact the school.

Thank you,

The Admin Team 

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Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

Attention ~ New to BMS 7th and 8th Graders...

Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

Attention ~ New to BMS 7th and 8th Graders...

Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

Scheduling for the 2019-2020 school year is still in process...

Greetings Parents, 

Please be advised that scheduling for the 2019-2020 school year is still in process.  As such, schedules that may be able to be seen in Parent Portal are still incomplete and may be inaccurate as we continue to balance schedules and create sections based upon students' needs.  

We ask that our parents and students continue to practice the lifeskilll of patience and cooperation as we continue to work on students' schedules for the 2019- 2020 school year.  

Schedules will be finalized by August 19th, the day of Charger Kickoff.  Please make plans to join us from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm.  This year during Charger Kickoff you will have the opportunity to meet your teachers!  

Thank you,

The Admin Team 

Attention ~ New to BMS 7th and 8th Graders...

Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

Attention ~ New to BMS 7th and 8th Graders...

Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

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Honors English One Information...

Rising 8th graders who will be enrolled in Honors English One are required to choose ONE fictional novel of their choice. As the student reads the selected novel, he/she should complete a Double-Entry Journal in order to be prepared to respond to a writing prompt within the first few weeks of school. In addition to reading one fictional novel, students should also select ONE nonfiction book to read for pleasure. Students should be prepared to discuss the book with their peers upon returning to school. The requirements and additional information are detailed in the attached documents.  

English One Summer Reading Letter 

English One Summer Reading

English One Parent Information

Attention ~ New to BMS 7th and 8th Graders...

Save the Date ~ Charger Kick-Off...

Scheduling for the 2019-2020 school year is still in process...

Greetings Parents, 

Please be advised that scheduling for the 2019-2020 school year is still in process.  As such, schedules that may be able to be seen in Parent Portal are still incomplete and may be inaccurate as we continue to balance schedules and create sections based upon students' needs.  

We ask that our parents and students continue to practice the lifeskilll of patience and cooperation as we continue to work on students' schedules for the 2019- 2020 school year.  

Schedules will be finalized by August 19th, the day of Charger Kickoff.  Please make plans to join us from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm.  This year during Charger Kickoff you will have the opportunity to meet your teachers!  

Thank you,

The Admin Team 

Volleyball Tryouts...

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