We understand things happen and circumstances change over the course of the school year. Please use this form at any time during the year to update your personal information on file with the school. If you have any questions, please call Ms. Hite in our main office at 304-274-5030.

Please click on the image below to learn more about important changes to the BCS attendance policy.

Dear Band Parents and Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well. I want to personally share an update regarding our Christmas Concert, originally scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

On November 1, I experienced a heart attack that required me to take two weeks away from work to recover. Since returning, I’ve been focused on getting back into the rhythm of teaching while also participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program to support my ongoing recovery. While I’m grateful to be back with our amazing students, this process has been an adjustment, and it’s important that I prioritize both my health and the quality of the experiences we provide for your children.

With that in mind, we have made the decision to postpone the concert to a later date. This will ensure that our students have the time and preparation they need to put on the outstanding performance they’ve worked so hard for. I truly appreciate your understanding and support as I navigate this life-changing event.

We will announce the new concert date as soon as it is finalized, and I am confident it will be a performance worth the wait. Thank you for being such an integral part of our band family and for your patience during this time.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am so proud of our students and am looking forward to seeing them shine on stage soon.

Sincerely,
Mr. English
Band Director
Spring Mills Middle School
255 Campus Dr. Martinsburg, WV 25404

Please review the table below with your student. Our counselors have noticed some confusion about bullying.

Please see the information about Berkeley County's Backpack Program Christmas Project.

Dear SMMS families,

As part of our ongoing fundraising efforts, we want to remind you that you can help us earn funds through Box Tops for Education by simply submitting your grocery receipts.

Here are two easy ways to participate:

1. Drop Off Your Receipts: Bring your receipts to the office and place them in the designated Box Tops Collection Box. Our Box Tops Coordinator will scan them for you—no need to do a thing!

2. Scan Your Own Receipts: If you prefer, you can scan your receipts using the Box Tops app. It's quick and easy! Just download the app, scan your receipt, and submit.

Every Box Top adds up, and your participation helps us get closer to our goal. Please take a moment to either drop off your receipts or submit them through the app. We appreciate your support!

Thank you for helping make a difference!

Yay! Our school was recognized by Josten's Renaissance

for our work in building a positive school culture!

Our 6th grade students really enjoyed their visit from Coastal Wilds this week.

On Friday, we recognized our Top 10 students for growth in IXL for math and ELA/R from each team. Way to go IXL leaders!!

We recognized several of our students who increased their scores the most,

including one student who achieved the top score on both math and ELA.

Thanks to members of the Berkeley County Professional Fire Fighters, Local 5045 for

collecting and donating coats for our students and their families.

Has your student mentioned earning a Patriot Pride slip? Teachers present Patriot Pride slips to students who display positive and respectful behaviors.

This week, four of our students spent some time at WV Wesleyan with the Honor Band.

Way to go and way to represent SMMS!

Ms. Whetzel's class grew e. coli in their PLTW classes this week

while investigating the effectiveness of antibiotics.

Shout out to 4th period for having the best algar dishes!

Check out this volunteer opportunity in our library!

Student athletes were given a BCS Student Athletes Handbook this week to bring home to their parents. Please review this booklet with your student.

Please see the information below and reach out to the appropriate coach with questions.

• Cheer
• Coach: Toneia Eccelston (coachneiasmms@gmail.com)
• Girls Basketball
• Varsity Coach: Chip Barnhart (cbarnhar@k12.wv.us)
• JV Coach: Luz Coindet (luz.coindet@k12.wv.us)
• Boys Basketball
• Varsity Coach: Brooks Everline (brooks@ynphomesolutions.com)
• JV Coach: Noah Payton (noah.payton6@gmail.com)

• November 25-29: Thanksgiving Break
• December 18: Fundraiser Trip to SkyZone
• December 2: Marking Period 2 Ends

Berkeley County Schools is excited to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and their Mental Health and Wellness Resource Center: ParentGuidance.org. This is a family support library for all families that provides any adult and caretaker in the district with a trusted place to go for qualified answers to the toughest parenting and childcare challenges from the premier therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists in their respective specialties, who offer compassionate, anonymous, and supportive guidance for you and your children.

This FREE resource offers over 50 courses in English and Spanish created and given by licensed clinicians addressing topics like: Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm, Bullying, Social Media, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss etc.