The Boeckman Buzz

BMS Families,

Great things continue to happen at Boeckman Middle School! It’s truly amazing to walk through the building and see our learners deeply engaged in meaningful learning experiences every day.

Due to the forecasted cold temperatures next Tuesday and Wednesday, the 6th-grade field trip to Buck Hill has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 25, and Monday, March 3. Team assignments for each day are still being finalized. We will communicate updates as soon as the details are determined. We would like to take a moment to thank all of our families for the support and contributions to this experience. While we are disappointed it had to be moved back, we look forward to warmer temperatures so our learners can enjoy it.

We hope you've heard about the registration process and have started discussing course options with your 6th or 7th grader for the 2025-26 school year. CLICK HERE to view the registration guide. All students should return their registration sheets to their TC teacher this week, as they will complete the registration process together.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our assistant principal, Dan Thompson, at dthompson@farmington.k12.mn.us.

Lastly, Quinmester 3 ends on Wednesday, marking 60% of the school year complete! Quinmester 4 begins Thursday, bringing new elective experiences for our 6th and 7th grade learners.

Thank you for your continued support of BMS!

-Joe Sage, Principal

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

The last chance to guarantee your student a yearbook is February 21sth. From best friends to band practices- this year, every day means everything. The yearbook team is working hard to capture every moment and memory in the 2025 yearbook. If you are interested, please visit https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A00888734 before the deadline.

***To see if you already purchased a yearbook use this link: https://www.jostens.com/customer-service/yearbook-order-tracking

o support students who are fasting during Ramadan, Farmington Area Public Schools in partnership with Chartwells is developing a new meal program. Students who are fasting during Ramadan will be allowed to take meals home to eat after sunset. If your family participates in Ramadan, please complete this survey to help us understand student needs during this time.

Here are some important details:

• Meals will follow school nutrition rules and menu requirements.
• Meals will only be given to students who attend school that day.
• Meals can be sent home one day at a time during Ramadan
• Meals will be pre-packaged and refrigerated. Each meal will be labeled with cooking instructions.
• Meals will NOT be available during Spring Break.
• Meals will NOT be Halal.

We need your feedback to create a plan that will meet the needs of our families. Please help us understand what works best for you and your family.

Congratulations to this week’s Tiger Stripe Winners at BMS! Your dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to excellence embody what it means to be a BMS Tiger.

Thank you for continuing to make our school community a wonderful place!

Keep leading the way!

#BMSPride #WeAre192

BMS Staff Member of the Week: Molly Krey!

Molly Krey, our incredible Learner Support Specialist, is a true difference-maker at BMS! She has a remarkable ability to build relationships, making every learner feel valued and supported. Loved by both staff and students, Molly’s dedication and care makes a huge difference on our learning community!

We appreciate everything she does for our school community—thank you, Molly!

#BMSPride #WeAre192

The Scholastic Book Fair is just around the corner! This is a fantastic opportunity for your child to discover new books they’ll love, and it’s a great way to bond over the joy of reading. Research shows that kids are more likely to read when they can choose their own books, which leads to academic growth and a boost in mental well-being.

Here’s what you need to know:

Dates: March 10 – 14

Time: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Friday closes at 4:00 pm)

Location: Meadowview Elementary, Room 104 (enter through Door 22)

You can also visit the Book Fair homepage for more details: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/tigerpreschool

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 Dakota County Public Health at “Open Conversations: Empowering Parents to Talk with Your Kids About Vaping and Cannabis” on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 in the Eastview High School Auditorium.

This FREE workshop for parents and caregivers of 3rd – 12th graders will provide information and tools for addressing concerns around youth vaping and cannabis use, led by three experts in the field.

Register at https://tce.me/iVly65 by Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Registration is recommended, not required. Spanish and Somali translation available.

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!

This unforgettable musical theater and jazz variety show is brought to you by the FHS Choir Booster Club and Farmington Community Education, showcasing the incredible talent of FHS Choir performers, dancers, a live band, and a special Children’s Chorus of 4th-6th graders!

Show Dates & Times:

• Friday, February 21 at 7:00 pm
• Saturday, February 22 at 3:00 pm
• Saturday, February 22 at 7:00 pm

Online reserved seating tickets are $5 for students and staff, $10 for adults (plus taxes & fees). Tickets at the door are $15. Online tickets go on sale Sunday, January 26. Purchase your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4hKtmOn.

Join us at the Boeckman Middle School Auditorium for a fully staged, family-friendly musical revue you won’t want to miss!

As the weather cools down and we head into the winter months, please take a moment to review our important winter weather information here: https://ow.ly/sP1h50TZJzA

Ensure you have a plan for all possible emergency closure situations (late start, early release, or flexible learning day) and that your contact information is up to date with your child’s school

February 17............................................NO SCHOOL

February 19............................................End of Quinmester 3

February 20............................................Solo & Ensemble Band Concert

March 4..................................................Student Showcase Night

March 6..................................................Student Conferences - 2 Hour Early Release

March 6..................................................End of Trimester 2

March 7..................................................NO SCHOOL - Staff Development Day

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