The students had a blast with the Christmas hat day today. I think some of the teachers had fun as well! Don't forget that tomorrow's theme is Twin Day. Pick a friend and dress alike.
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Congratulations to our talented 6th-grade band students and the impressive 5th graders from elementary schools on a fantastic band concert! 🎶 The packed house is a testament to your hard work and musical prowess. 👏👏 #MusicMilestones #Bravo #BPMSband #BPMSstudentsROCK










Hey BPMS students & staff, Mr. Bigden-Russell wants YOU 🫵🏻 to remember to wear your festive headwear tomorrow! ☃️🤶🏻🎅🏻 (Monday kicks off Spirit Week at BPMS! Tuesday is "Twin Day"! Pick a friend and dress alike!)

Christmas is right around the corner, and the students in one of the Advisory classes are making origami present boxes. 🎁 these kids are super talented.

We love that Deputy Fiore has a great presence at our school.👮♂️💙🫶
He took the time to come and hang out in Mr. Arndt's science class!

January at Zion-Benton Public Library
Mr. Fastert's Technology class learned to add comments to video game codes today. Students made the real world connection to a career in programming. Typically, thousands of people in different countries program games at the same time. The comments instruct developers. #STEM



🌍 Join the NexTrex Recycling Challenge! 🌱 Let's make a difference together by collecting a minimum of 1,000 pounds of plastic film. ♻️ Accepted items include grocery bags, bubble wrap, and more! Students, bring your clean, dry plastic film to the bins in the library for recycling. Help our school win a bench by reaching our goal!





🎉 From the vibrant Color Run to the prestigious Induction Ceremony, the bright minds of the National Junior Honor Society inspire us all. 🏅 Kudos to NJHS for their achievements related to scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship! 👏 #BPMSstudentsROCK





Who's coming to the movie night on Friday, December 15th!? 🍿 🎥🎅🏻😍🤶🏻


Mark your calendars for Spirit Week next week!
Monday (18th) Holiday hat day- wear your festive headwear 🎅
Tuesday (19th) Twin Day- pick a friend and dress alike 👥
Wednesday (20th) Holiday themed day- dress in your most festive gear 🎄🌟
Thursday (21st) Ugly sweater- show us your worst 🧥🧶🧣
Friday (22nd) Pajama Day 👚
On Tuesday's SIP Day, students met Lake County Sheriff John Idelburg, and even learned a thing or two about volleyball from him! Meeting Sheriff Idelburg fostered a sense of security and promoted positive values associated with justice and protection.





BPMS students gear up for the i-Ready Diagnostic test with a big breakfast! It's very important for students get proper nutrition and sleep the night before so they can perform their best. Students, this is your time to shine, and show off all of your growth so far this year. #BPMSstudentsROCK


Students are having a blast decorating ornaments in the library!




Tomorrow is the December SIP day & you know what that means! 1️⃣ School dismisses at 12:30. 2️⃣Wear your love is limit shirt. 3️⃣Bring snack money and eagle feathers to the gym for the assembly. 4️⃣Social/emotional learning for students. 5️⃣ Staff meet to make the school better.

Ms. Aken and Ms. Belles in the BPMS Library have challenged all students to set a reading goal. Ask your child today about the goal they set! Did you know that starting in kindergarten, if a student reads 20 minutes a day at home, they will hear 1.8 million words per year?

Thank you Deputy Fiore. You are an awesome example for our students and we can see that you really care about them. Keep up the great work! 👍🚔🫶



Don’t forget to donate to the BPMS food drive by Friday, December 8th! 🥫🥫🥫 The grade level with the most non-perishable food items will get to use their phones at lunch for one day!

Don't have WIFI at home?📡📶🏠 Check out the attached flyers to see if your family is eligible for free or reduced internet access at home!
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Today, 8th graders delved into the intriguing realm of Solutions of Systems of Equations, or the art of solving simultaneous equations, exploring the intersection points that harmonize the variables. Mr. Divincenzo's dynamic teaching style and interactive lessons engage and equip students with newfound problem-solving skills and a deeper appreciation for the beauty of mathematical harmony.
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