The Boeckman Buzz

March 30th, 2025

A Note from Principal Sage

BMS Families,

Welcome back from Spring Break! I hope you had a great break and were able to spend some time doing things you enjoy. We are excited to have our community come back together and engage in meaningful learning experiences this spring.

This week, our 8th grade students will kick off the MCA testing season by completing the Science MCA test. Please see information below regarding the MCA and NWEA schedule.

On Thursday, April 3, our Parent Ambassadors will meet in the main office at 5:00 p.m to discuss plans for Teacher Appreciation Week. Anyone is welcome to join!

-Joe Sage, Principal

BMS Tiger Strip Winners!

A huge shoutout to this week’s BMS Tiger Stripe winners! These amazing students have stood out for their leadership, showing compassion, integrity, and responsibility.

We’re incredibly proud of the positive example they set for our school community.

#WeAre192 #BMSPride

BMS Staff Member of the Week!

Our BMS Staff Member of the Week is Kate Caron!

Ms. Caron brings creativity, passion, and positivity to Boeckman every day! Her learners love attending her class, where she not only teaches art but also builds strong relationships and fosters creativity.

Her impact goes beyond the classroom, making BMS a better place for all. Thank you, Ms. Caron, for everything you do!

#BMSPride #WeAre192

MCA Tests Approaching

MCA Tests Approaching

Farmington Area Public Schools students in grades 3-8 take state standardized tests each spring called the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA) or the alternate Minnesota Test of Academic Skills (MTAS). The MCA (or MTAS) assessment is designed to test students against the state academic standards in reading, math and science. To read more about the MCA/MTAS test, please visit the district website, linked here. There is a link to the Opt Out information for both the MCA tests on the left side of the webpage, or for convenience, there is a direct link here.

Specific Dates of Testing:

April 3 & 4 - 8th grade only - MCA Science in regular science class
April 16 & April 17 – Math MCA: we will follow MCA Alternate Schedule
April 23 & April 24 – Reading MCA: we will follow MCA Alternate Schedule
Week of April 28-May 2 – Math NWEA in math classrooms
Week of May 5-May 9 – Reading NWEA in language arts classrooms
Week of May 12-May 16 – NWEA make ups

Community Education Family Dance

Step into a Candyland Wonderland at Farmington Community Ed’s 2nd annual Family Dance! Dress your best and enjoy an evening of dancing, sweet treats, and a special take-home favor. Capture the memories at our fun photo booth!

BMS Bowling Night!

The Parent Ambassadors are hosting a night of bowling to support teachers at BMS! It is $10 per person for one hour of bowling, including shoe rental. The Parent Ambassadors will receive a portion of the funds for both bowling and food sales to support initiatives throughout the school year! Here is a link to sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F044BADA928A46-55067758-boeckman

Vaccinations for Eligible Children

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School-Based Mental Health Services for Students

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2025 Community Resource Guide for Children and Families

The 2025 Community Resource Guide for Children and Families in Dakota County has been published. Please see the links below for the English, Spanish and Somali versions.

English:

https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/HealthServices/MoreLowCostServices/Documents/CommunityResourceGuide.pdf

Spanish:

https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/HealthServices/MoreLowCostServices/Documents/CommunityResourceGuideSpanish.pdf

Somali:

https://www.co.dakota.mn.us/HealthFamily/HealthServices/Documents/CommunityResourceGuideSomali.pdf

Join the Class of 2038: Kindergarten Enrollment Open!

If your child - or a child you know - is ready to start kindergarten in fall 2025, now is the time to enroll! Enrolling now ensures you’re in the loop for all upcoming events and communications and it gives schools a chance to plan so they are fully prepared to give your child the best start possible. Enroll today at bit.ly/kindergarten-enrollment. We can’t wait to welcome our new learners this fall!

Important Dates

April 3 & 4...............................................MCA Science - 8th grade (during regular classes)

April 16...................................................End of Quinmester 4

April 16 & 17...........................................Math MCA

April 23 & 24...........................................Reading MCA

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Boeckman Middle School Hours

School Hours: 8:45am - 3:30pm

Office Hours: 7:30am - 4:00pm

PBIS at Boeckman Middle School

The purpose of PBIS at Robert Boeckman Middle School is to foster an environment of responsibility, integrity, and compassion maximizing the potential of every learner to be academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally competent.

Useful Phone Numbers

Attendance: 651-460-1405

School: 651-460-1400

Nurse: 651-460-1406

Food Service: 651-460-3820

Bus Company: 651-463-8689

School Fax: 651-460-1510

School Athletics: 651-252-2514

School Closing Line: 651-985-1100

Community Education: 651-460-3200

About us

The mission of BMS, a learner-centered community committed to personalization that nurtures curiosity, to ensure each learner exercises ownership for continuous personal growth to have a positive impact on themselves and their communities through:

Honoring uniqueness and valuing diverse experiences
Safe and empathetic environments that foster authentic relationships
Nurturing joy and well-being
Mistakes and reflection as essential components of learning
Partnering with our communities

Email: Jsage@farmington.k12.mn.us
Website: https://bms.farmington.k12.mn.us/
Location: 800 Denmark Avenue, Farmington, MN, USA
Phone: 651-460-1400
Facebook: facebook.com/boeckmantigers
Twitter: @BoeckmanTigers