Middle School East
Boyertown Area School District - Home of the Bears
Week In Review and a Look Ahead: Friday, January 12, 2024
Principal's Message
Our 6th graders switched their science and social studies classes on January 11. Students will remain in these new classes for the remainder of the school year. You will have an opportunity to meet with these teachers at our winter conferences on March 6.
BASD schools will be closed on Monday, January 15 but offices will be open in observance of MLK day. On Tuesday, January 16, be on the lookout for potential winter weather. As a reminder, breakfast is not served at schools when we have a two-hour delay.
Spelling Bee
The MSE annual Spelling Bee was held on Tuesday, January 9th. With our 6th graders in attendance, 24 6th, 7th, and 8th graders competed in a tough and spirited competition. 8th grader Molly Townsend edged out 7th grader Sam Haupfer to win the title. Molly has qualified for the Berks County competition to be held in March. Congratulations to Molly and all of our participants!
Last MSE Dance of the Year!
Student Council is hosting Starry Night Dance on Friday, January 19th from 7-9 PM. The cost of the dance is $5. We will be following the regular school dress code. All students attending the dance MUST pre-pay for the dance during lunch. Students will not be permitted to pay when they get to the dance. Students will need to present their student ID when paying as well as when entering the dance. Students will be able to pay for the dance during lunch on one of the following days:
Wednesday, January 17th
Thursday, January 18th
Friday, January 19th
Students will be able to have their picture taken with their friends at the dance. Pictures cost $1 for each person who wants a copy of the picture.
Please refer to pages 46, 53, and 54 in the student handbook for attendance at extracurricular events and dance expectations.
All students should be dropped off at the back entrance by the gym. However, students will be dismissed out of all three entrances. When picking up students in multiple grade levels, please pick up at the highest grade level location:
8th grade will be picked up in the front loop.
7th grade will be picked up on the side tennis court lot.
6th grade will be picked up in the back by the gym.
8th Grade Parents/Guardians- Important Announcement
Our 8th grade families are asked to keep the evening of January 25th open in their calendars. This is the night that the BASH administrative and counseling teams have set aside for an in-person presentation about transitioning and scheduling for next year in high school. You will be able to hear a presentation and visit with various department representatives about specific classes and programming. After the presentation, a voiced-over powerpoint will be published for your reference or in case you can not attend. The presentation will begin at 6:00PM in the "New" Auditorium at the high school.
MSE Library Donations
If you are cleaning out closets for the new year, East’s library is looking for puzzles, games, chess sets, craft supplies, Rubik’s Cubes, and Legos!
The library has knitting, crocheting, and hat looming kits that kids check out to make projects with donated yarn. Students create bookmarks with stamps, paper punches, and stickers. The library has a few puzzles that students build while they are visiting the library. Building puzzles has been proven to help lower stress levels. The kids love checking out chess sets. Playing chess teaches kids cause and effect. The library has a small set of Legos but the students would love to have more. The library has a few Rubik’s Cubes that kids can check out and a large set of cubes that students use to build mosaics. When students create these images, they improve visual-spatial reasoning, build problem solving skills, increase attention to detail, and build collaboration. Every Wednesday during 10th period, the library has Loud in the Library events that include yarn crafts, board games, chess, and more! If you have questions about the programs or donations, please email our librarian, Mrs. Mento. KMento@boyertownasd.org
Winter Sports Update
Boys Basketball
8th grade - The team lost to Upper Merion, 37 to 31 on January 5th in a close game. Upper Merion jumped out to an early lead 26-9. MSE battled back in the second half, erasing the lead and came up just short. On Jan 8th, they lost to Norristown 44 to 17 and on Jan 10th, lost to Spring Ford, 72 to 29.
7th grade - On Jan 5th, the 7th graders lost to Upper Merion, 55 to 25. At half the score was 26-22. Upper Merion pulled away in the second half. On Jan 8th, they lost to Norristown 32 to 21. On Jan 10th, defeated Spring Ford, 32 to 26. A great overall performance by the 7th grade team. Sam Schreiner and Logan Bond led the scoring. Each member of the team contributed with great defense, attitude, and performance which led to a great win on the road at Springford.
Girls Basketball
8th grade - On Jan 5, the 8th grade girls played a complete game and defeated Upper Merion 47-34. Keely Bieber led the squad with 20 points and Kyleigh Ryan had 16. Natalie Kubicek added 7, while Alexis Shimukonas and Erin Foraker each added two points. Paige Ryan, Cassidy Levan, and Rhian Harper played great defense and it was an awesome team effort. On Jan 8th, the 8th grade team won an action packed game 53-25 vs Norristown. Keely Bieber led the effort with 19, while Kyleigh Ryan and Rhian Harper each had 9. Natalie Kubicek added 8, while Alexis Shimukonas had 3, and Erin Foraker and Paige Ryan contributed a basket. Cassidy Levan made a free throw and Kylie Murphy led the defensive effort. On Jan 10th, the 8th grade team lost an exciting game versus Spring Ford 35-31. Kyleigh Ryan led the team with 13, while Keely Bieber added 10. Natalie Kubicek hit a 3, while Paige Ryan and Rhian Harper each had 2, and Alexis Shimukonas hit a free throw. Erin Foraker, Cassidy Levan, and Kylie Murphy played great D and it was an awesome game to watch.The game went back and forth all the time and was a great effort by everyone. On Jan 11th, 8th grade lost a tough game versus Phoenixville 26-18. Keely Bieber led the team with 6, while Kyleigh Ryan had 5, Rhian Harper had 4, and Paige Ryan had 3.
7th grade - On Jan 5th, the 7th grade girls dropped a tough home game 24-13. Lucy Solick and Elena Childs each hit an amazing three pointer, while Ava Hubley, Lillian Harner, and Keira McMeekin each had a basket with Darby Glennon chiping in a free throw. On Jan 8th, the 7th grade team lost to a very talented Norristown team 42-7. Kayla Graham hit a 3, while Darby Glennon and Elena Childs each added a basket. Aislyn McAghon played a strong defensive game. On Jan 10th, the 7th grade girls lost a tough game versus Spring Ford 36-2. Darby Glennon had the team's lone basket. On Jan 11th, 7th grade lost a tough game to Phoenixville 21-10. The girls played a strong first half, but couldn't connect to the second. Darby Glennon and Elena Childs each had 3, while Chloe Lincavage and Savanna Miller each added two.
Wrestling
The East wrestling team won their home dual meet against Upper Perkiomen on Wednesday January 4, 45-31. They were led with pins from Carter Fogle, Jake Stanchak, Cristiano Fardella and Jackson Di Grazia.
Please click on the link for Spectator Expectations for our winter sports' events.
The High School continues to improve its broadcasting of BASH varsity sports on our You Tube Channel found HERE. We hope to be able to televise some MS events in the near future.
Loud in the Library!
Yearbooks on Sale (EXTENDED to JANUARY 25!)
You may click on the image below for direct access to the ordering site.
Orders may be made through January 25.
6th Grade Parents/Guardians
On January 5th, you were emailed the attachment below pertaining to presentations on healthy relationships from Laurel House during REACH class. Should you choose to have your child opt out, please read and submit the pdf attachment.
Wellness Fair- March 16, 2024
Important Dates!
School Counselor Information
MSE School Counselor Contact Information
Allison Thomson (Class of 2028/Grade 8 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3991
Charlee Malfaro (Class of 2029/Grade 7 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3987
Angela Bellino (Class of 2030/Grade 6 School Counselor)
Phone #: 610-473-3990
Student Handbook
Please click the link below to review the student handbook. It has a lot of useful information for all grade levels!
Community Bulletin Board
BASD is proud to host our online Community Bulletin Board. The electronic bulletin board features district and community activities, events, clubs, resources, and more. The board is updated regularly and is an excellent source of information regarding things happening throughout our community and beyond. Be sure to check it out regularly!
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