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Monthly news & updates
Date: May 07, 2021 | Issue: 10
COMING EVENTS:

May 9: Mother's Day

May 10-17: GA Milestones Testing

May 17: BCSS School Board Meeting

May 19: BCSS Food Drive

May 26: Field Day

May 27: Last Day of School

May 31: Memorial Day

Looking Ahead
July 27: BSA 101/ BMS 101
May 28- Aug 3: Summer Break
Click on the Canvas course link to see May's tips.
Testing Information
Georgia Milestones Testing

  • May 10--ELA (grades 4-5)
  • May 11--ELA (grades 4-5)
  • May 13--Math (grades 4-5)
  • May 14--Math (grades 4-5)
  • May 17-- Science (grade 5)
*You may enjoy a dress down day on May 19th when you donate a requested item.*
Field Day Information


BSA will be having a modified Field Day on May 26th. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 restrictions, we will not be allowed to have any guests/visitors on Field Day. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Purple Up!

We honored our BSA military families by wearing purple on National Purple Up Day to show support and thank military youth for their strength and sacrifices.
Student Spotlights
BSA is proud to highlight the achievements of our students in and out of the classroom.
A Star on the Rise

Brayden Ouimet landed the starring role of James in the On The Stage Theatre Alliance production of James and the Giant Peach Jr. They performed at the Eagle Theatre - Sugar Hill.
Amazing Author

Congratulations to Olivia Park. Olivia has been named as the First Place Winner of the Metro RESA Young Georgia Author Contest for the 2020-2021 school year.
Running Back of the Year

Tripp Chatmon won a very prestigious award this year. He won the Born 2 Compete 10yr old Running Back of the Year Award. 
Music News
Mrs. Anderson and the BSA Chorus & 5th Grade Band showcased their musical talents at the Spring Concerts held at the Fine Art Center.
Congratulations
BMS 101
Check the Buford Middle School web page for more information.

BSA 101
Rising 4th and NEW 5th Grade Students. This is an opportunity for your child to meet their teachers, tour the school and practice drop off /pick up routines.
PTO News
THE RESULTS ARE IN!

The first BSA Penny War was an overwhelming success! We were able to raise a grand total of $9324.54 to benefit our PTO Program.

The top class in each grade level earned a pizza party that will take place on May 20th.
4th Grade Top Class- Mrs. McGraw
4th Grade Runner-up: Mrs. Riley
5th Grade Top Class: Mrs. Schmidt
5th Grade Runner-up: Ms. Miller

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR PARTICIPATING!
Counselor's Corner


5th Graders: It has been so rewarding watching each of you grow over the years. I will miss all of you and hope you love your middle school experience. Have a wonderful summer.
Mrs. Hunter
News from the Nurse
End of the Year Medication Pick-Up
If your student has medication or equipment (chambers, masks, etc.) in the clinic, it needs to be picked up the last week of school. Any medication and/or equipment that is NOT picked will be disposed of in a safe manner. For car riders only, if you prefer that your student bring it home on the last day of school, you must call the nurse to advise. No medication can be brought onto the buses. Please call if you have any questions. Thank you for your cooperation. 

Nurse Andi
678-546-0414
A Fond Farewell
Although we hate to say goodbye, these amazing educators will begin new journeys next year.
Ms. Chris Miller is heading into a well-deserved retirement after many years with Buford.
Mrs. Sara Blankenship and Mr. Chandler Smith are taking on new roles within the Buford City Schools as Technology Integration Specialist K-8 and BMS History teacher, respectively.
Mrs. Kathy Pace is moving to a school in Fulton County closer to her home. We know each of them will continue to make an impact in the lives of students. We wish them the best of luck!
Media Moment
Health & Nutrition News
"Between preparing healthy meals for America’s students, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, school nutrition professionals are true heroes.

On Friday, May 7, 2021, we will celebrate the 8th Annual School Lunch Hero Day! School Lunch Hero Day is a chance to showcase the difference school nutrition professionals make for every child who comes through the cafeteria." (https://schoolnutrition.org/schoollunchheroday/)

Strong4Life Health Tip!

Resilience and Emotional Wellness
Resilient kids are able to deal with life’s ups and downs. Teaching kids how to identify and express their emotions, communicate, and manage stress in healthy ways is a great place to start.
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Join us in helping our kids learn to be happy and healthy. Check out CHOA's Strong4Life program to Learn More.
Family Feedback
School Improvement Feedback
We appreciate any feedback from our stakeholders for continuous improvement. Please let us know if you have any suggestions for how our staff can better serve your student. We appreciate the teamwork approach in supporting our students!
Communications Feedback
Your time is valuable, and we want to make the most of the information we provide you. We'd love to know how we can improve our communication. We encourage you to contact us with any suggestions.
We are so grateful for all of your support this year!
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