Blennerhassett Middle

Yearbooks have not came in yet. As soon as they do we will send out a notification.

Band or Choir course changes will not be made after Thursday, October 1st. If your child wants removed from either of these courses they need to see Mrs. Fling by Thursday, October 1st. No other schedule changes will occur.

BMS Bobcat masks for Sale - $10 Students can purchase during 1st period

Schoology Parent Access Codes for BMS students are ready. Students with last name L-Z are bringing letters home today. Students with last name A-K will bring letters home on Monday. Schoology help desk is available Monday-Thursday from 3:30-5:30. Call 304-863-3356 for assistance.

The buddy bag link for the Week of September 21st has opened for parents/guardians/students to pre-order meals. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNangEykcNexdFkE2s4gTI-YpUQVdNRFg0UFM1QTc0S0haWFpBQ05HWUFaQi4u

After-school Care Available for BMS Students ages 13 and under YMCA will accept Middle School students who are age 13 and under. YMCA site is at Blennerhassett Elementary School Monday - Thursday until 6:00pm. For more information visit https://parkersburgymca.org/after-school/out-of-school

Picture Day will be October 19th and October 20th (if we are still on a blended schedule) Virtual School students can come on October 19th from 10:30am - 12:00pm to get their picture taken. Yearbooks are still in production. We have not received word on when they will be shipped but Lifetouch is working on them. We will send information as soon as we have it.

This is a reminder that the 2020-2021 school year will begin on Tuesday, September 8th for students with last names beginning with L-Z. On Wednesday, September 9th, students with last names A-K will report to school. Due to Monday being Labor Day, students with last names A-K will report Friday, September 11th as well. Please visit the Wood County Schools website, and then click “2020-2021 Re-entry Summarization” for more details. Our re-entry schedule has not changed since being published. Students will attend school on a Blended-Model of instruction for 3 weeks, which is our Yellow Schedule, or until proper procedures, protocols, and new standards have been taught and implemented. Also, please do not confuse yourself with the WVDE color-coded map. The map is used as one of many tools to drive local decisions for our school system. As mentioned in previous communications, we will closely monitor the data each day to make well-informed and deliberate decisions, while keeping safety as the top priority for our students and employees. Over the last six months, we have worked diligently and methodically to create a well-rounded plan for re-entry. I’m sure we have not thought about every issue that may arise - please be patient as we work through making adjustments, changing protocols or procedures, and seeking feedback from our stakeholders to make this school year a great success. Although not a requirement, I am asking each student to bring their own mask and bottle of water on the first day of school. This will help expedite first day procedures and practices for our schools as they begin teaching expected behaviors for the year. Students will receive a Wood County mask on the first day and will be expected to possess and use it on a continual basis as we navigate through a new normal for our school system. We are so excited to see your children in our schools once again. We have greatly missed their presence the last six months. As always, make sure to Wear a mask, Watch your distance, and Wash your hands. To view our first WCS Newsletter, please click https://tinyurl.com/yxbaddej Have a safe and wonderful Holiday weekend.

Open House Slideshow Part 2

Open House Review Below are pictures from the slideshow that was presented during the Open House. This contains all the information that was covered in both 6th and 7th/8th grade Open House presentations.

Meal Pre-Order for Remote Days Please remember to sign up for your child to receive a Buddy Bag meal for the days they are remote learning. The link is: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNangEykcNexdFkE2s4gTI-YpUNTRQQzA5R0I2QTdVODg3VVhaN0hDMUs4Ty4u Please make sure you have completed this by 9:00am on Tuesday.

Virtual Tour of BMS Thank you Mr. Marty!!!! https://youtu.be/67H73-4PL48

7th/8th Grade Virtual Open House Information Melanie Arthur is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: 7th/8th Grade Open House Time: Sep 3, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83784232643?pwd=UzZwWFd1RXdlNnFWMkFKaTFZbGQvZz09 Meeting ID: 837 8423 2643 Passcode: 9Bwgxc

6th Grade Virtual Open House Link Melanie Arthur is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: 6th Grade Open House Time: Sep 3, 2020 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84680614254?pwd=Y09iMTdDQTBuZ3RRbTFJSS9OZGxGZz09 Meeting ID: 846 8061 4254 Passcode: 5i9QWz

Suggested Supply List for Blennerhassett Middle School Due to COVID-19, we will be limiting the items that students are allowed to share in classrooms. We have created a suggested supply list by content area. These items are not mandatory, only suggestions.

Reminder - Ipad rollout begins Monday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. For more information, please visit the "News" section on our website or click the following link. https://tinyurl.com/y6y43bj4

Good evening, Each Sunday evening, from this day forward, I will provide all stakeholders an update from the WVDHHR and WVDE Covid-19 metrics data for Wood County. The metics data will be used to govern activities and other requirements in our school system for the upcoming week. This week, Wood County has a 2.74 average seven day trend, which includes 16 probable and confirmed positive cases the last seven days. We will continue to analyze the data of the metrics, and make necessary adjustments on protocols and procedures in our schools based on current trends. For the upcoming week of August 31, Wood County is “Green” on the metrics; therefore, all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities are allowed to participate. However, three counties in WV - Kanawha, Monroe, and Logan are orange or red in the metrics and will not be allowed to participate in any activities this week. As you can see, this is a community driven metrics, which has serious implications for our school system. Please do your part and encourage others on the 3 W’s to help our students return in-person to our schools - Wear a mask, Watch your distance, and Wash your hands. Once again, please download our mobile app on our website and continually check the “News” feed to stay up to date on what is happening in our schools. Keep up the great work. Have a great evening.

Reminder - Ipad rollout begins Monday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. For more information, please visit the "News" section on our website or click the following link. https://tinyurl.com/y6y43bj4

WVSSAC Spectator Guidelines

iPad Roll Out Reminders Please make sure child and guardian are present to sign the AUP during iPad pick up or you can print the AUP and bring it with you. Please also bring a pen and mask with you. iPad distribution schedule attached.