Wednesday March 11, 2020
Announcements - Wednesday, March 11, 2020
8TH GRADE CAREER DAY
All 8th grade students should check their email and complete the "Career Day Survey" that Mr. Hurley sent to you last week. We will be hosting a Career Day in May and need your input on what speakers you would like to hear from.
DOODLE 4 GOOGLE
Do you love art and Google?? Bring your creativity to life in Doodle that expresses this year's "Doodle 4 Google" theme, "I show kindness by ..." using any medium you choose for the chance to be a Doodle for Google winner. The National Winner's artwork will be featured on the Google homepage and will win a $30,000 scholarship and a $50,000 tech grant for their school. Submissions are due very soon, March 13, 2020. Stop by room 134 for an entry form or enter online at doodle4google.com
The Bedford Community Foundation is conducting a shoe collection drive on February 12th-April 9th to raise funds to help the Bedford Community. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used or new shoes. We will have a donation box by the front door monitor.
Are you ready for mARTch Madness??? In celebration of Youth Art Month you have the opportunity to vote for your favorite works of art. Vote for your favorites each round and see who makes it to the finals! Use the link sent out by Mr. Hurley to see the bracket and learn more about each featured work of art. The google forms linked on the bracket will open daily through March 27th for voting then listen to the announcements to see who wins each round!
Student of the week is Vincent (Vinny) C. Vinny is a hard worker who always has a smile on his face. He is respectful, caring, and compassionate to others. He is an excellent athlete and brings a positive attitude to everything he does. This Bedford Bronco shows others what it means to have Bedford pride. Vinny is Nominated by Mrs. Hemry.
SPORTS
Softball:
Tryouts will be March 16th-18th. March 16th will be OUTSIDE 8th grade 4-5:30, 7th grade 5-6:30pm.
March 17-18th, 8th grade 4pm-5:30pm, 7th grade 5:30pm-7pm. Indoors in the Jr. High gym.
March 17-18th, 8th grade 4pm-5:30pm, 7th grade 5:30pm-7pm. Indoors in the Jr. High gym.
SMART WATCHES
Smart watches are considered the equivalent to a cell phone. You will receive two (2) penalty halls and will have it taken away until the end of the day if you are caught using it in class, the lunchroom, or in the hallways.
IF YOUR CLASS IS GOING TO THE PUBLIC LIBRARY . . .
If your class is going to the public library, next door, you must walk, not run. Be sure to look for cars. We are getting reports that students are running out in front of cars because they are not paying attention.
NOTICE
Students, at the end of the day, there is a lot of chaotic behavior that needs to be stopped. When you are heading to your locker, leaving for the bus or parent pickup, it is expected that you walk, are patient & polite to those around you. It is important that we leave school in an orderly fashion in order to prevent student injury, damage to student property or simply hurt feelings.
ELA LAB
Need help with ELA homework? Need help with reading or writing for another class? Need to study for an ELA Test or Quiz? Ask your ELA or homeroom teacher for a pass and come visit Mrs. Knapp in room # 49 during your homeroom 4A or 4B OR Miss Mason in room # 25 during homeroom 5A or 5B for English Lab. Both teachers will be there to help you!
8TH HOUR
If you need extra help with your homework, plan to attend 8th hour. 8th Hour meets every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:35- 3:25 pm. Students meet in the front lobby.
Please be sure to arrange for a ride home if you are planning to attend. You must have a signed permission slip or note to attend. Permission slips are available in the office.
IF YOU RIDE THE BUS TO SCHOOL . . .
Attention all students who ride the bus to school in the morning; please walk on the sidewalk closest to the school when you get off your bus. When you walk too close to the buses, it creates a safety issue.
DRESS CODE REMINDER
Students, with the weather getting warmer, we need to remember the dress code!
Shorts must be fingertip length or longer and cannot have holes.
Undergarments should not be visible at any time (this includes boxer shorts, briefs, underwear, bras, etc.). Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh, approximately lower than the palm of the hand. Low-cut, revealing, bare-midriff tank tops or bare shoulders are not permitted. Sleeveless tops must be two inches on the shoulder.
REMINDER
Only water with a close-able lid is allowed in classrooms. Save all other types of beverages for breakfast or lunch in the cafeteria.
YEARBOOKS ARE ON SALE NOW
Prices go up at the end of the month To Purchase go to:www.yearbookforever.com enter our school name Bedford Junior High School. Don’t Miss Out on the Savings!
LUNCHROOM ANNOUNCEMENT
Any student with a lunchroom charge balance of $10 or more will no longer be allowed to buy a la carte items like ice cream, sodas, single pieces of pizza, etc., Please pay your charge balance as soon as possible.
CARD CLUB- MEETS TUESDAYS
Card club will meet with Mrs. Vogel in room 206 until 3:30. All 6th graders wanting to learn how to play card games are welcome!
MATH COUNTS- MEETS TUESDAYS
Math Counts is back this year! If you enjoy math challenges and competing against others, than this opportunity is for you! Our Math Counts Competitive Team will be meeting again this year with Mrs. Winter every Tuesday in room # 32 after school until 3:30 p.m. If you are interested, please stop by and see Mrs. Winter or just join us on Tuesday!
SCIENCE CLUB - MEETS WEDNESDAYS
Science club meets on Wednesdays after school in Mrs. Leffler's room # 218. New members are welcome.
BOARD GAME CLUB- MEETS WEDNESDAYS
Board game club is for 7th and 8th graders and will meet on Wednesdays from 2:30-4:00 with Miss Kelly.
BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CLUB- MEETS THURSDAYS
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM. Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM. Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.
BOOK CLUB- MEETS THURSDAYS
Book club will meet with Mrs. Vogel in room 206 until 3:30. All readers welcome!
WRITING CLUB- MEETS FRIDAYS
Writing Club will meet on Fridays with Mrs. Matlow in room #35 until 3:40PM.
Writing Club will meet on Fridays with Mrs. Matlow in room #35 until 3:40PM.
CALENDAR
March 2020
5-6 Band & Orchestra MSBOA District Festival (Option #2)
9 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
9 PTO Meeting 6:00
9 Blood Drive, Cafe, 3:00 to 8:00
16 5th Grade Open House, 7:00 pm
17 Spelling Bee - Grade 6 10:30AM - 11:30AM
18 Spelling Bee - Grade 8 10:30AM - 11:30AM
19 Spelling Bee - Grade 7 10:30AM - 11:30AM
20 ½ Day for All Students, Staff Professional Development Day
23 All School Spelling Bee 10:30AM - 11:30AM
23 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
24 All- District Band Spectacular, 7PM SHS Auditorium
31 End of 3rd Quarter (Report Cards Available on HAC on April 8)
31 Academic Excellence Banquet, Premier Banquet Hall 5:30PM