STUDENT OF THE WEEK
Conner W. is our student of the week. Conner is a 6th grader in Mrs. Tully's homeroom class. He always shows great patience and compassion for other people. He is a wonderful student and is always willing to help others. Conner goes out of his way to be nice to fellow classmates and makes our school a better place. Great job, Conner.
CHROMEBOOK
CHROMEBOOKS ARE BEING BROKE AT AN AVERAGE 10 PER DAY AND THE EXCUSES THAT ARE BEING GIVEN ARE MOSTLY DUE TO IRRESPONSIBILITY. WE ARE RUNNING VERY LOW ON LOANERS AND IT IS TAKING 4 WEEKS FOR A REPLACEMENT. SOON THERE WILL NOT BE ANY LOANERS TO GIVE OUT, WHICH MEANS THEY WILL NOT HAVE A CHROMEBOOK TO DO THEIR HOMEWORK WITH. PLEASE HELP US KEEP AN EYE ON HOW YOUR CHILD IS TAKING CARE OF THEIR CHROME BOOK.
MICROWAVES IN LUNCHROOM
Due to the
misuse of the microwaves in the lunchroom both are inoperable.
We will no
longer have microwaves for students to use.
ROBOTICS
One of the last qualifying tournaments for advancement to the Michigan State Competition in the FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) robotics series took place Dec. 10 at Bedford Junior High. This event was put on by Bedford Express FRC #1023. 36 middle school teams arrived with their robots to compete for spots to the state competition. Five of those teams were from Bedford Junior High: Bionic Broncos, Classical Engineers, F.L.A.G.(FIGHT LIKE A GIRL), Loose Screws, and Turning Gears.
Bionic Broncos, Classical Engineers, and Loose Screws made it to the semi-finals. Classical Engineers won the Inspire Award, the highest award in the competition. The team that receives this award is a strong ambassador for FIRST programs and a role model FTC team. This team is a top contender for many other judged awards and is a gracious competitor. The Inspire Award Winner is an inspiration to other teams, acting with Gracious Professionalism™ both on and off the playing field. This team is able to communicate their experiences, enthusiasm and knowledge to other teams, sponsors, their community, and the Judges.
Bionic Broncos was the captain of the winning alliance along with Da Cows #7902 from Carleton, and Lightning Boltz #5954 from Fenton.
F.L.A.G. won the Control Award which celebrates a team that uses sensors and software to enhance the robot’s functionality on the field. This award is given to the team that demonstrates innovative thinking in the control system to solve game challenges such as autonomous operation, enhancing mechanical systems with intelligent control, or using sensors to achieve better results on the field.
Bionic Broncos was the captain of the winning alliance along with Da Cows #7902 from Carleton, and Lightning Boltz #5954 from Fenton.
F.L.A.G. won the Control Award which celebrates a team that uses sensors and software to enhance the robot’s functionality on the field. This award is given to the team that demonstrates innovative thinking in the control system to solve game challenges such as autonomous operation, enhancing mechanical systems with intelligent control, or using sensors to achieve better results on the field.
Coach Denny Costlow took home the Compass Award. Members of his Classical Engineers nominated him for this coach award. Coach Chris Sommers, former Bedford Express team member, and BHS 2011 graduate, won the Young Coach/Mentor award. His Loose Screws nominated him for this trophy as well. Both coaches are outstanding examples of why our program is so strong.
Both Bionic Broncos and Classical Engineers earned spots to advance to the state competition on Dec. 17 in Battle Creek. If you or your company are interested in sponsoring or volunteering to help out with this outstanding STEM program, please contact the Bedford FTC Coordinator, Jennifer Hemry, through the Bedford FTC.
GRAPPLERETTES
Any girls interested in working with the wrestling program as a grapplerette, we will be meeting tomorrow after school from 2:45-3:30.
Both Bionic Broncos and Classical Engineers earned spots to advance to the state competition on Dec. 17 in Battle Creek. If you or your company are interested in sponsoring or volunteering to help out with this outstanding STEM program, please contact the Bedford FTC Coordinator, Jennifer Hemry, through the Bedford FTC.
GRAPPLERETTES
Any girls interested in working with the wrestling program as a grapplerette, we will be meeting tomorrow after school from 2:45-3:30.
FOOD DRIVE BREAKDOWN
Here is how we broke it down. Thank you we did exceed our goal of 3000 items. Our total was 3185 items.
Here is how we broke it down. Thank you we did exceed our goal of 3000 items. Our total was 3185 items.
WINNER: Mrs. Pridgeon with 579
2nd place: Mrs. Carnicom with 468
3rd place: Mr. Dukate / Mr. Lopinski co taught math class with 384
Mrs. Vogel 262
Mrs. Regnier 243
Ms. DePorre 189
2nd place: Mrs. Carnicom with 468
3rd place: Mr. Dukate / Mr. Lopinski co taught math class with 384
Mrs. Vogel 262
Mrs. Regnier 243
Ms. DePorre 189
THANK YOU ALL 
CANDY CANE GRAMS
CANDY CANE GRAMS
The 8th Grade is selling Candy Cane Grams to raise money for the Washington DC trip. The candy grams will be sold at all lunches. The cost is $1.00 to send a candy cane and note to a friend and $5.00 to send a bouquet of candy canes to a friend.
They are also have a PIZZA HUT Fundraiser (3366 Sterns Road Kroger Plaza 734-854-2128) December 13, 2016 all day with 20% of your purchase going to help reduce the trip expense. You must have a printed flyer or digital one loaded to your phone. https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=0b52ad616a&view=att&th=158d4eed3e254686&attid=0.1&disp=inline&realattid=f_iw7tzxk90&safe=1&zw
They are also have a PIZZA HUT Fundraiser (3366 Sterns Road Kroger Plaza 734-854-2128) December 13, 2016 all day with 20% of your purchase going to help reduce the trip expense. You must have a printed flyer or digital one loaded to your phone. https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=0b52ad616a&view=att&th=158d4eed3e254686&attid=0.1&disp=inline&realattid=f_iw7tzxk90&safe=1&zw
CHARITY CLUB DRIVE
From December 5th to December 20th Charity Club will be having our mitten,hat, glove and coloring book drive. Bring in mittens, hats and coloring books to lunch with you. We will have a tree to hang the mittens, hat, and gloves on and a bin to put the coloring books in. Thank you!
Penny Hockey Sales Announcement:
Do you need to buy an inexpensive Christmas gift for someone? Why not buy them a penny hockey board for only $2.00. These sturdy games were made by our very own 8th grade technology education students. They will be sold at the concession stand during all lunch hours starting Thursday, December 1st. Buy one for a friend or for yourself! Get them while they last.
IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
Immunization records for your student(s) need to be turned into the school nurse this week.
YEARBOOKS
Yearbooks are on sale for $40 until February 1 after that they will be $45. You can purchase them on line at yearbookforever.com or by sending a cash, check or money order to Bedford Junior High School (memo Yearbook) to Mr. Masters room 130
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
Box Top collections !! This year we will be collecting box tops and having a friendly competition between home rooms. This is an easy way to fund raise for the extra things our classrooms my need throughout the year. Just ask your students and parents to clip and save. Deposit them in the collection boxes with your homeroom name on them (or place in Nimigean's mailbox in the high school or Muck's mailbox in the junior high).
We will collect for 3 months for each giveaway.
Winners will be awarded the first of December, March and June (top collector in each building). Make sure you get them turned in for a homeroom treat!
HANDBOOK REMINDER
Students who are leaving school early for an appointment should remember to come to the office first thing in the morning before school starts to receive an exit pass. They should not give their notes to their teachers. Do not wait until lunch to receive your exit pass.
DROP OFF ITEMS
Students, if your parents drop off items for you during the day, they will be held at the front door with our door monitor. Please listen to announcements during the class changes for your name..At that time, you may pick up your items from the door monitor.
SAFETY REMINDER
When getting off of the bus in the morning, be sure to stay on the sidewalk to get to the junior high. Do not walk on the cement island.
CHROMEBOOKS
Students please remember to limit what you take to each class. Chromebooks can not be stacked on several books. Carrying several books increases the chance for your chromebook to slip and break.
HEALTH ROOM VISITS
You must report to your next hour teacher before coming to the health room unless it is an emergency. That way your teacher knows where you are.
CLUBS
Tuesdays: Knit & Crochet Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Adkins Room 29
Charity Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Currie Room 220
Writing Club 2:30-3:30 Mr. Lorenz Room 38
Wednesday: Art Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Copley-Sansom Room 134
Nail Polish Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Vincent Room 3
Thursday - French Club Every other Thursday/ 2:30-3:30 Ms. DePorre Room 49
Friday: Juggling Club 2:30-3:30 Mr. Allison Room 124
IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
Immunization records for your student(s) need to be turned into the school nurse this week.
YEARBOOKS
Yearbooks are on sale for $40 until February 1 after that they will be $45. You can purchase them on line at yearbookforever.com or by sending a cash, check or money order to Bedford Junior High School (memo Yearbook) to Mr. Masters room 130
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
Box Top collections !! This year we will be collecting box tops and having a friendly competition between home rooms. This is an easy way to fund raise for the extra things our classrooms my need throughout the year. Just ask your students and parents to clip and save. Deposit them in the collection boxes with your homeroom name on them (or place in Nimigean's mailbox in the high school or Muck's mailbox in the junior high).
We will collect for 3 months for each giveaway.
Winners will be awarded the first of December, March and June (top collector in each building). Make sure you get them turned in for a homeroom treat!
HANDBOOK REMINDER
Students who are leaving school early for an appointment should remember to come to the office first thing in the morning before school starts to receive an exit pass. They should not give their notes to their teachers. Do not wait until lunch to receive your exit pass.
DROP OFF ITEMS
Students, if your parents drop off items for you during the day, they will be held at the front door with our door monitor. Please listen to announcements during the class changes for your name..At that time, you may pick up your items from the door monitor.
SAFETY REMINDER
When getting off of the bus in the morning, be sure to stay on the sidewalk to get to the junior high. Do not walk on the cement island.
CHROMEBOOKS
Students please remember to limit what you take to each class. Chromebooks can not be stacked on several books. Carrying several books increases the chance for your chromebook to slip and break.
HEALTH ROOM VISITS
You must report to your next hour teacher before coming to the health room unless it is an emergency. That way your teacher knows where you are.
CLUBS
Tuesdays: Knit & Crochet Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Adkins Room 29
Charity Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Currie Room 220
Writing Club 2:30-3:30 Mr. Lorenz Room 38
Wednesday: Art Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Copley-Sansom Room 134
Nail Polish Club 2:30-3:30 Mrs. Vincent Room 3
Thursday - French Club Every other Thursday/ 2:30-3:30 Ms. DePorre Room 49
Friday: Juggling Club 2:30-3:30 Mr. Allison Room 124
Be sure to have a ride home.
Clubs meet weekly/bi-weekly unless you hear otherwise from the instructor.
CALENDAR
December 2016
15 Winter Choral Concert (JHS/HS)-7pm-BHS Auditorium
Clubs meet weekly/bi-weekly unless you hear otherwise from the instructor.
CALENDAR
December 2016
15 Winter Choral Concert (JHS/HS)-7pm-BHS Auditorium
19 Staff SI Meeting, 2:35 in Media Center
20 Winter Concert JHS Band (6-8)-7pm-BHS Auditorium
22 Winter Break Begins
January 2017
3 Classes Resume
6 OK2Say Grade Level Assemblies, 7:30 to 10:30
9 Staff Department Meeting, 2:35 with departments
11 PTSA Meeting 6:00 in Downstairs Teacher’s Lounge
16 No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
17 6th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
17 7th Grade Focus on Curriculum Parent Night 7pm in BJHS Media Center
18 7th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
19 8th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
23 Staff SI Meeting, 2:35 in Media Center
26 Early Release, ½ Day of School
27 Early Release, ½ Day of School
27 End of Quarter 2
20 Winter Concert JHS Band (6-8)-7pm-BHS Auditorium
22 Winter Break Begins
January 2017
3 Classes Resume
6 OK2Say Grade Level Assemblies, 7:30 to 10:30
9 Staff Department Meeting, 2:35 with departments
11 PTSA Meeting 6:00 in Downstairs Teacher’s Lounge
16 No School, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
17 6th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
17 7th Grade Focus on Curriculum Parent Night 7pm in BJHS Media Center
18 7th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
19 8th Grade Spelling Bee, 10:30, Media Center
23 Staff SI Meeting, 2:35 in Media Center
26 Early Release, ½ Day of School
27 Early Release, ½ Day of School
27 End of Quarter 2
