Bay View Middle School News

• Phy Ed Locker Room Now Open!
• Bay View Idol Reminder - October 3rd
• Student Travel Opportunity Meetings for 8th Grade Students - October 7th
• Fall Fest Reminder - October 11th
• Matilda Jr. Musical Informational Meeting - October 14th
• Bay View Literacy Update
• Other/Community Events
• The Giving Tree Update
• And much more!!
  

Bay View Idol Thursday, October 3rd @ 7:00 pm

Featuring The Bay View Show Choir AND our Bay View Idol Finalists

Bay View Auditorium

General Admission: $5

Come support Bay View Performing Arts!

Your student is invited to join us on an upcoming travel experience to Belize for the summer of 2026!

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and I would love to have your student join me on this adventure.

Come hear all the details, including the itinerary, activities, academic opportunities, and the cost of our trip at our informational meeting on October 7th at 6 PM. The meeting will take place in the Bay Port LMC.

Please click here to register for the meeting ASAP to save your seat: https://bit.ly/4fuvIk5.

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thanks,

Sarah Meyer

Bay Port ELA teacher

One Act Director / Forensics Head Coach / EF Tour Leader

(sarameye@hssdschools.org)

AND ...

Bay Port’s Travel & Adventure Club is going to the Galapagos Islands over Spring Break 2026! Do you want to come along? Attend the Informational Meeting in the Bay Port Forum Room at 6:30pm on October 7th to find out more. You can spend a day exploring Quito (Ecuador), put one foot in each of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, visit the Darwin Research Station, and snorkel in the lagoons of the Pacific Ocean.

Experience in person what you will learn about in your Bay Port Biology course. College credit opportunities are also available at no extra cost! Please click on the link for more information.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SnyG9aMe0aLpg1dNBNi7t62uwf2e4G0O/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116964761523981005327&rtpof=true&sd=true

Thanks,

Mrs. Kathy Schommer

Bay Port High School

kathscho@hssdschools.org

920-662-7099

Please join us for our first ever Fall Festival on Friday October 11th from 05:00pm-08:00pm! Tickets will be on sale for $5.00 during your child's lunch beginning Oct. 1st. Each person attending the event will need a ticket for entry. Food trucks, fall activities, and music will be present. Come join in the fall fun with your Bay View Pirates!

Matilda Jr. is our Bay View musical this year. We need MANY students and families involved to pull off a fantastic show. To learn more about being in the cast as a singer/dancer/actor, or behind the scenes in a crew such as Stage Crew, Sound and Lights, Costume Crew, Hair and makeup and smaller crew roles or stepping into a Leadership role as a student director for the cast or a stage manager for the crew, we'd love to see you. Our information meeting will be Monday, October 14 from 6:00pm-7:00pm in the BV Auditorium. Parents and students are both encouraged to attend. Please bring a device so we can get you hooked up with all the information. Looking forward to kicking off our musical season with all of you.

Independent reading is so important. Combining independent reading with conversation creates a dynamic learning environment where students not only engage with texts on their own but also benefit from collaborative exploration and dialogue. This dual approach enhances both their reading skills and their ability to communicate effectively about what they’ve read.

1. Deepens Comprehension

• Reflective Thinking: Discussing what they’ve read helps students process and articulate their thoughts, leading to a deeper understanding of the material.

• Clarification: Conversations allow students to clarify confusing points and solidify their grasp of complex ideas.

2. Enhances Critical Thinking

• Analysis: Conversations encourage students to analyze characters, plot, and themes more critically.

• Different Perspectives: Engaging in discussions exposes students to different viewpoints, helping them consider multiple angles of a text.

3. Builds Vocabulary and Language Skills

• Contextual Learning: Discussing books exposes students to new vocabulary in context, which aids retention and comprehension.

• Expression: Talking about their reading helps students practice expressing their thoughts clearly and effectively.

4. Promotes Engagement and Motivation

• Interest: Conversations about books can make reading more enjoyable and engaging, as students share their enthusiasm and insights.

• Ownership: Independent reading allows students to choose what interests them, while conversations make their reading experiences feel valued and relevant.

5. Encourages Critical Reflection

• Self-Assessment: Talking about what they’ve read helps students reflect on their understanding and how it aligns with or challenges their perspectives.

• Connection: Discussions can help students make connections between the text and their own experiences or current events.

6. Supports Social and Emotional Development

• Empathy: Engaging with diverse characters and stories through conversation fosters empathy and understanding of different experiences and viewpoints.

• Collaboration: Group discussions promote social skills, such as listening, responding thoughtfully, and working collaboratively with peers.

7. Strengthens Reading Habits

• Regular Practice: Independent reading builds the habit of reading regularly, while conversations provide a platform to share and reinforce this practice.

• Goal Setting: Discussions can help set and track reading goals, encouraging students to read more widely and deeply.

So, find out what your child is reading. Ask about the main character, plot, action, etc. Tell about your own reading. Open communication about independent reading is crucial for fostering a positive reading culture and supporting students' literacy development. Happy reading!

Join the Pirates Unified All-Abilities Cheer Team!

Cheer, perform, and compete alongside the Bay View Cheerleaders!

Registration is now open for the inaugural All Abilities Unified Cheer Team! This cheer team is open to student athletes of all abilities in grades 4-12. Practices will be held once a week on Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Bay View Middle School. The team will also compete in three exciting competitions throughout the season. The program will be offered at zero cost to participants, and all uniforms will be provided through generous donations. The goal is to create an inclusive and supportive environment where every participant can shine and feel celebrated. Register here until October 3.

Greater Green Bay YMCA recently opened their Suamico branch on Lineville Road! One great feature of the Suamico location is they offer a space for kids ages 8+ that is FREE for members, called “The HYPE” . This space offers homework help, arts/crafts, games, and more. It's really a safe space for kids to come hang out together with some supervision.

New Zoo Adventure Park is holding their annual family-friendly, spooktacular event…. Zoo Boo!! Open Fridays 4-8pm and Saturdays 2-7pm starting October 11th and 12th. Cost is $15 per person. Kids Under 3 are FREE.

Help us spread the word!! Join us for the Bay Port Dance Team’s Holiday Craft Fair!!! It will be held on Saturday, November 2nd from 9 AM-3 PM located at Bay Port High School. Admission is $5 (ages 10 and under free).

We have designated 12 visitor parking spots near the main entrance. Please utilize these during the school day instead of using the circle driveway. In the event of an emergency, we need first responders to have unobstructed access. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Due to the increase in virtual counseling appointments scheduled during the school day, we want to make sure we can provide adequate private space. If your child will be having scheduled virtual sessions with an outside provider, we would like your partnership in obtaining a signed Release of Information in order to assist your child with any technology or connection issues that may occur during their appointments.

We ask that you provide at least a 3 day notice per each virtual appointment in order to ensure that we have adequate and private space available to your child. If you notify the school the day of an appointment, we cannot guarantee an adequate space or that the message will be received in time to call your child out of class. We know that many appointments are already scheduled, but if you are planning on scheduling future appointments during the school day, we would appreciate it, if possible, avoiding Monday appointments. We do not have the same spaces available as we do on other days. If you need help finding the best time for your child to have scheduled appointments, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your help and partnership.

Molly Etringer, 7th grade counselor

920-662-8181

molletri@hssdschools.org

Abbey VandenPlas, 8th grade counselor

920-662-8122

abbevand@hssdschools.org

Kendra Kawula, school social worker

920-662-8074

kendkawu@hssdschools.org

Hello Bay View Families!

Mark Smith, your new Superintendent here! Please consider this my personal invitation for you to attend Stronger Together, a three-day community conversation where all voices are heard.

The purpose of the event is to develop a clear strategic direction for the future of HSSD. It will be facilitated by Drew Howick of Howick Associates Inc. who has facilitated community conversations for hundreds of Wisconsin school districts.

When

Attendance at all three dates is strongly recommended. Each day covers different topics and is essential to the overall process.

• December 12 from 5-9 p.m.

• December 13 from 5-9 p.m.

• December 14 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Where

Bay View Middle School

1217 Cardinal Ln.

Green Bay, WI 54313

Other Notes

• Food and refreshments will be provided.

• Childcare will be available. (Details in RSVP below.)

• Transportation can be provided. (Details in RSVP below.)

RSVP

Ready to commit? We are grateful! Click here to RSVP.

Please visit our website to learn more about Stronger Together. Contact me with any questions you have.

Stronger Together,

Mark Smith, Superintendent

marksmit@hssdschools.org

As the sports season begins, a few reminders regarding attending high school game are below.

• Carry-ins are not allowed.

• In the Student Section this includes food, drinks, noise makers, silly-string, baby powder, signs, backpacks, purses, etc.

• Security cameras will continue to be used at the stadium to enhance spectator safety.

• Students engaged in unsafe behavior, like pushing other students or throwing objects, will be asked to leave the game.

• Unsafe behavior may result in students not attending future football games.

• Athletics events are school-sponsored events, therefore appropriate dress is expected.

• During home football games all other athletics facilities and fields are closed.

Ticket and Pass Costs:

• Student and family athletics passes and tickets are available online at GoFan. This pass is good for all home regular season athletic events excluding Invites.

• Cost for passes:

• High school student passes = $30 + Processing Fee

• Family passes = $65 + Processing Fee

• Includes 2 adults and children 8th grade and under in the same household.

• One single adult pass = $40 + Processing Fee

• Cost for individual tickets:

• Adults = $5

• Students K-12 = $3

The Giving Tree will be starting to register families for our December Holiday Store. Please reach out to your school social worker if you think your student may benefit from assistance with The Giving Tree. For our generous community, look for information in future district communications about donating to our Holiday Store and volunteering!

This month we are collecting canned soup. Please feel free to send donations with your students to put in the collections bins/carts near the main office of school. Items can also be dropped off during school hours. The Giving Tree appreciates the community support in helping ensure food is not a barrier to a student’s education

Find out more information about The Giving Tree on our website.

November 4, 2024: 6pm at Bay View

January 13, 2025: 6pm at Lineville

March 3, 2025: 6pm at Bay View

May 5, 2025: 6pm at Lineville

Please click on the link below to see what valuable resources are available for families in the HSSD.

https://www.smore.com/q5v69

STUDENT PICK-UP PROTOCOL

If you are picking a student up during the school day, you must come into the main office and sign the student out with your Driver's License. If someone other than you or your emergency contacts is picking up your student, please contact the office to let them know who is picking your student up. Students are not allowed to leave during school hours via bike or walking without prior approval from the main office and Principal.

HEALTH ROOM PROTOCOL

If your student is not feeling well, they need to follow protocol and come to the health room to report their illness prior to contacting home. Students should not be using their iPad to email a parent or texting a parent to pick them up. This will eliminate the spread of illnesses to other students and will make the office aware of students being picked up prior to parent arrival.

This year's School Board representative for Bay View Middle School is Vanessa Moran. Vanessa taught at Meadowbrook for the span of a decade as a 3rd and 4th grade teacher prior to taking on administrative roles in neighboring districts. She was elected to the Board in 2018.

The Howard-Suamico School Board is committed to graduating lifelong learners who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global society. Please feel free reach out to Vanessa with any questions about Board Policies.

Please click here for the latest Board of Education articles. https://bayview.hssdschools.org/families/news#fs-panel-7857

Contact Info:

Vanessa Moran

Board of Education Member/Public Policy Correspondent

Howard-Suamico School District

E-mail: vanemora@hssdschools.org

Cell: 920-246-3999

In addition to the HSSD website and social media, you can receive a text message to notify you of cancellations, delays, and early releases due to weather. Text Yes to 67587 to opt in. In previous editions of the newsletter, we shared the incorrect number. The number above is the correct number.

For a low price of $3.40 - ALL you can eat fruits/veggies and beverages of choice alongside an entree. Please click on this link for the BAY VIEW LUNCH MENU

When reporting an absence, please call our school’s attendance line at 920-662-8184 prior to the start of each school day.