The Bulldog Beat

Hello Bulldog families!

Conferences are around the corner! Families, attending middle school conferences gives you a chance to see how your child is really doing in school. You'll learn about their grades, how they act in class, and who they're hanging out with. Middle school can be tough, with lots of changes happening. By talking to teachers, you can find out if your child needs extra help or if they're doing great in a subject.. When you go to these conferences, you're helping to build a team with the teachers to support your child. We are excited to see everyone next week - these meetings can make a big difference in your child's middle school experience!

JoAnna Hale

Beveridge Middle School Principal

Check out the 8th grade science class learn about the forces that act on rockets as they are in flight!

Beveridge Middle will be hosting Student-Led Conferences on Wednesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 17. All conferences on these dates will be in-person.

To schedule a conference time:

1. Click your student's grade level registration link to access the signup sheet.
2. Review the options and select the spot that works for you.
3. If you have multiple students at Beveridge, complete the registration individually for each child.

6th Grade Sign Up: 6th Grade Link

7th Grade Sign Up: 7th Grade Link

8th Grade Sign Up: 8th Grade Link

If these dates do not work for your family, please email your student's Advisory teacher to set up an alternate time and date to meet. We want everyone to participate in conferences!

Similar to last year, conferences will be a blend of both student-led experiences in the cafeteria and traditional one-on-one meetings with individual teachers in the gym.

Beveridge Drama Department will perform our fall comedy, The Internet is a Distract-- OH LOOK A KITTEN!, on October 24 and 25 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Micah only has 45 minutes to finish her book report on The Great Gatsby. She just needs to check a few facts on the internet first. Unfortunately, the web is a nefariously wacky place where boxing cats, Russian spies, and competitive streaming services threaten to take over Micah's schoolwork, or worse. Will she finish in time? Find out at Beveridge's production of The Internet is a Distract-- OH LOOK A KITTEN! Tickets are $5 for general admission seats and can be purchased online at https://bevmagnet.booktix.com/ or at the door on the day of the performance. All students in attendance must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We can't wait to see you there!

created by Evie Johnston (8) and Charlotte Ziegler (8)

Attendance:

• Near-perfect attendance (1 day or less of unexcused absences). Remember, 1 day counts as 415 minutes, and minutes from tardies add up!

Behavior:

• No suspensions or SSC (Saturday School).

Final Week Requirements (October 28th - November 1st):

• 2 or fewer tardies

• No failing grades

Created by 8th grade student Inessa West.

We were gracious enough to have Mr. Sand, a recently retired professor of mathematics and physics at College of Saint Mary, volunteer his time at Beveridge once a week to tutor math students on Wednesdays after school from 3:20-4:20. Please email me (joanna.hale@ops.org) if you are interested in this service for your student.

Football suffered a close loss to the hands of Nathan Hale last Friday at Northwest High School. Our Bulldogs played the Patriots close but came up short 26-20. They play AT HOME tomorrow (Friday October 11th) vs. Monroe. Bring a lawn chair and cheer on the Bulldogs. Their last game of the season will be Tuesday October 15th -- We won't know who we play or where we play until the results of Friday's games are decided.

Cross Country ran their final meet at Bryan Middle School on Tuesday October 8th - Here are some of the results from City Finals:

7th Grade Boys

13th place overall - Samuel Brons

7th Grade Girls

3rd place overall as a team!!!!

3rd place - Alexa Guerrero

13th place - Avery Feeney

8th Grade Boys

3rd place as a team!!!!!

5th place - Zeke Mayle

6th place - Xavier Cortez

8th Grade Girls

4th place as a team!!!!!

5th place - Nina Goosen

11th place - Liz Lehl

Congratulations to all our runners for an excellent season. Coach Elder and Coach Hartman enjoyed working with all these kiddos!

Volleyball has been hard at work finishing up their season. They have suffered a few losses down the stretch and are currently seeded in the 5th spot for the tournament. Our Varsity team plays tonight vs. King AT HOME. We will not know who we play Friday until Thursday's games are complete. Good luck ladies!

Other notes:

Boys Basketball season is quickly approaching. Coach O'Brien will have an informational meeting early next week for any 7th or 8th graders. Students will need to listen to the announcements. Tryouts for boys' basketball will be held on Monday the 21st and Tuesday the 22nd. Students MUST have an athletic physical on file with the nurse in order to tryout.

Coach Becker has a sign-up list for any 7th or 8th grade girl who wish to swim for Beveridge. Anyone wanting to swim for Beveridge will need to speak with Coach Becker. All swimmers must have an athletic physical on file with the nurse.

Chad Wachholtz

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

Beveridge Magnet School

531-299-8652

Please see below for the sports schedule for the 24-25 season.

The football schedule was created by Maddux Becker.

Mindfulness Club- First Meeting September 16th in Rm B210. Students will work on reducing stress and improving their focus through art, journaling, and other activities.

Pep Club- Students will be part of a cheering section at all home games. Please see Ms. Worlds in the PAC room to sign up!

Board Games Club- Starts in September! If you enjoy rolling the dice to see where you land, learning fun new games, and making new friends, this club is for you. We have every table board game you can imagine, from Monopoly to Risk to Battleship to Exploding Kittens (no kittens are harmed). All grade levels are welcome to come have some fun. Board Games Club meets from 3:05 to 5:00 PM in the cafeteria on the following dates:

Thursday, September 12th

Thursday, October 10th

Thursday, November 14th

Thursday, December 5th

History Club- Will meet once a month starting in September to prepare for the National History Bee and the National Geography Bee.

African American History Challenge- Will meet once a month soon to prepare for competition. More details to follow.

Quiz Bowl Club-Email Ms. Bass (natalie.bass@ops.org) if your student is interested.

Need to attend virtually? Click HERE to join online!

Mark your calendars for the remaining 2024-25 dates:

• Monday, 10/28 (6:00 pm @ Beveridge)
• Sunday. 11/24 (6:00 pm, location tbd)
• Monday, 12/16 (6:00 pm @ Beveridge)
• Sunday, 1/27 (6:00 pm, location tbd)
• Monday, 2/24 (6:00 pm @ Beveridge)
• Monday, 3/24 (6:00 pm @ Beveridge)
• Sunday, 4/27 (6:00 pm, location tbd)
• Monday, 5/19 (6:00 pm @ Beveridge)
  

Not a PTSA member yet? Click HERE to join today!

Students enrolled in Omaha Public Schools are provided free health screenings in accordance with Nebraska State Statute. Screenings are conducted throughout the school year and may begin as early as August. Students in early childhood, kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, seventh, and tenth grades are screened for hearing, vision, dental, height, and weight per the rules and regulations set forth by the state of Nebraska. The screening is conducted to help identify health concerns in as early a stage as possible, in an effort to enhance learning. Screening is not intended to be diagnostic, but to identify students with potential problems. Findings that need further evaluation by a health care provider will be sent home. Per Nebraska State Regulations, a parent/guardian may supersede the mandated school health screening by submitting a statement signed by an authorized health care provider attesting that the required screening has been completed in the previous six months. An updated healthcare provider statement must be submitted each school year. Contact your school nurse for any questions regarding screening.

Exámenes de salud Los estudiantes inscritos en las Escuelas Públicas de Omaha reciben exámenes de salud gratuitos de acuerdo con el estatuto del estado de Nebraska. Las evaluaciones se llevan a cabo durante todo el año escolar y pueden comenzar en agosto. Los estudiantes de Educación a Temprana Edad, kínder, primero, segundo, tercero, cuarto, séptimo y décimo grado son evaluados en cuanto a audición, visión, dental, altura y peso según las normas y reglamentos establecidos por el estado de Nebraska. La evaluación se lleva a cabo para ayudar a identificar problemas de salud en la etapa más temprana posible, en un esfuerzo por mejorar el aprendizaje. La evaluación no pretende ser un diagnóstico, sino identificar a los estudiantes con problemas potenciales. Los resultados que necesiten una evaluación adicional por parte de un proveedor de atención médica se enviarán a casa. Según las regulaciones del estado de Nebraska, un padre/tutor puede reemplazar el examen de salud escolar obligatorio presentando una declaración firmada por un proveedor de atención médica autorizado que certifique que el examen requerido se completó en los últimos seis meses. Se debe presentar una declaración actualizada del proveedor de atención médica cada año escolar. Comuníquese con la enfermera de su escuela si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la evaluación

NEW: With a long break coming, we know this may be a strain on family's food budget with students at home. Our Bulldogs Care Pantry is offering food assistance packs for our conference break. Parents need to complete the form by October 14th to ensure a food pack is made up and ready for pick up before break starts. Please complete the form and Ms Kujath, our school social worker, will confirm when it is ready to pick up on either October 16th or October 17th during the day.

https://forms.office.com/r/M9HkqDDXPY

Our Bulldogs Care Pantry helps support students and families in our school with basic necessities like food and hygiene products. Families are able to make a request at any time throughout the year. Before breaks and long weekends, it is encouraged to make a request early to ensure you have items needed. Please complete the link and contact the school social worker Ms. Kujath with any questions.

https://forms.office.com/r/NJL0vw4d6u

If in need of more perishable items such as milk, meat, cheese, bread, etc., we encourage you to visit our local pantry at Lutheran Church of the Masters off 114th and Center. They provide a pantry the 1st Sunday from 12-2 pm and the 3rd Monday from 4-6pm of each month.

Donations are accepted throughout the year for the Bulldog Care pantry. The greatest needs are mac and cheese, pasta sauce, granola bars, cereal, ramen noodles, dried milk, chef Boyardee, and other non-perishable items.

During the school year, we have various student needs. Our greatest need is deodorant and socks. If you are able to donate, you can drop off donations at the front office for the nurse. Items will be used throughout the year to support all students!

Please review the Drop-Off & Pick-Up procedures detailed below to help ensure a safe and smooth experience before and after school. Every year, the first week of school presents some challenges with transportation. Please be patient with other families and staff. Note, the south lot is for bus traffic and staff parking ONLY.

Click this link for a brief video showing drop-off & pick-up procedures: https://www.wevideo.com/view/2768864092

• Vehicles coming from S 120th Street must turn west onto Woolworth Avenue.
  
• DO NOT turn left onto S 121st Street.
  
• Turn left onto S 122nd Street.
  
• Follow the curve and enter the drop-off loop.
  
• Stay to the right along the curb and pull forward as far as you can.
  
• Students may exit their vehicles ONLY CURBSIDE. This is known as the QUICK DROP zone. Students should NOT exit their vehicles from the left lane.
  
• Vehicles may exit the loop by turning right onto Skylark Drive or proceeding straight onto S 121st Street.
  

• Vehicles coming from S 120th Street must turn west onto Woolworth Avenue.
  
• Parking on 121st Street and waiting for your child is not permitted.
  
• Stay in line and pull up as far as you can.
  
• Pick-ups are not permitted along Skylark Drive.
  
• Once your student is in your vehicle, you may exit the loop by turning right onto Skylark Drive or proceeding straight onto S 121st Street.
  
• Skylark Drive becomes a ONE WAY road at 3:00 p.m.
  
• The left lane of Skylark Drive is for left turns only.
  
• The right lane of Skylark Drive is for right turns only.
  

With Zum app, you can better protect your student's safety by:

1. Tracking your student’s ride in real-time and receiving ride updates
2. Knowing the driver profile and vehicle assigned to transport your student
3. Viewing pick-up and drop-off time estimates
4. Starting real-time chat with our support team if needed
5. Canceling rides when necessary

Download the Zūm App (iOS) (Android) from your carrier’s App Store.

If you have questions or concerns about your child's transportation, their eligibility to receive transportation, a late bus or more, please call the transportation hotline at (531) 299-0140.

All students should have a charged iPad ready for school. Please have your student:

• Plug it in so it's fully charged for the day
• Connect to Wi-Fi so the iPad can update