Middle School East
Boyertown Area School District - Home of the Bears
Week In Review and a Look Ahead: Friday, February 9, 2024
Principal's Message
Hoops for Hearts
For those picking up students at Hoops for Hearts today, please recall the following locations for pick up. Those who are carpooling should meet at the driver's grade area, or at the higher grade level if from the same family:
6th Grade- Back of the building (bus loop)
7th Grade- Tennis Court parking lot
8th Grade- Front of the building (car loop)
MSE Math Counts
Get Ready to Register for Bear-A-Thon 2024!
January Star Students
Giulianna Gregory- 6th Grade
Daniel Brower- 6th Grade
Clara Jackson-6th Grade
Winter Sports Update
Middle School East held informational meetings for spring sports on Wednesday February 7th during 10th period.
The paperwork portal through student central (https://studentcentral.bigteams.com)
is open and accepting the required paperwork; either recertifications from previous activities or new paperwork. Paperwork is DUE by February 27th.
Wrestling -The MSE wrestling team went 4-1 at the Saucon Valley Duals this past Saturday, 2/3. They won their dual meets against Quakertown, Wilson, Parkland B, and Whitehall, while losing a close match with Parkland A. They were led with 5-0 performances from Landen Collins, Jackson Di Grazia and Jaxon Sweat. The MSE wrestling team lost their away match against Boyertown West on 2/5, 45-25. They were led by wins from Landen Collins, Liam Vance, Carter Fogle, Cristiano Fardella, Jackson Di Grazia and Jaxon Sweat. This brings their final dual meet record on the season to 17-3. Good luck today at the Wilson Junior High Tournament, with over 40 teams participating.
8th Grade Mini-Lessons
Our 8th grade students participated in a lesson led by by SRO Officer Perez this past week in their social studies classes. Topics centered around civil laws and general operations of local law enforcement. We thank Office Perez for his time as students were appreciative of this experience.
Animal Friends Club
The Animal Friends Club will be running a Valentine’s Day themed dog treat sale next week on Monday 2/12, Tuesday 2/13, and Wednesday 2/14. The treats are provided by Canine Acres Bakery and Deli and all proceeds go to support local animal rescues. The prices of treats are as follows: Large Treats are $3.00 or get 2 for $5.00. Small treats are $1.00. Wristbands are $2.00 or you can get 3 for $5.00. The club would also like to thank everyone for their support during the December holiday treat sale in which they raised over $200!
Loud in the Library- February
BCTC Preparation for our Middle Schoolers
Berks Career & Technology Center’s (BCTC) 2024 Winter Open House is right around the corner! The Winter Open Houses are targeted to 5th-9th grade students and is a great introduction to career and technical education. Each BCTC program will offer hands-on demonstrations and the opportunity for meet the Instructors and current BCTC students. Current 6th-8th grade students could win a campership to BCTC’s 2024 Career Camp (June 10-14, 2024) and there will be a drawing to win an iPad! Dates and times of the Open Houses are:
BCTC East Campus (Oley) Winter 2024 Open House
- Wednesday, 2/7/24 5:00pm-8:00pm
- Snow make-up date: Wednesday, 2/21/24 5:00pm-8:00pm
BCTC West Campus (Leesport) Winter 2024 Open House
- Tuesday, 2/13/24 5:00pm-8:00pm
- Snow make-up date: Thursday, 2/15/24 5:00pm-8:00pm
A Special Announcement
Support United Way of Boyertown
Do you like Pancakes? Do you like supporting your local community? If you answered yes to these questions, join the United Way of Boyertown Area for an All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, February 10, 2024. See flyer for more information.
Boyertown Area School District employees proudly support the United Way of Boyertown.
Wellness Fair- March 16, 2024
Important Dates!
School Counselor Information
MSE School Counselor Contact Information
Allison Thomson (Class of 2028/Grade 8 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3991
Charlee Malfaro (Class of 2029/Grade 7 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3987
Angela Bellino (Class of 2030/Grade 6 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3990
Student Handbook
Please click the link below to review the student handbook. It has a lot of useful information for all grade levels!
Community Bulletin Board
BASD is proud to host our online Community Bulletin Board. The electronic bulletin board features district and community activities, events, clubs, resources, and more. The board is updated regularly and is an excellent source of information regarding things happening throughout our community and beyond. Be sure to check it out regularly!
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Middle School East
2020 Big Road
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
(610) 754-9550