Bay View Middle School News
April 1, 2024
Topics In this Edition Include:
- Spring Career Fair - April 6th
- 8th Grade Students Earth in Space - April 8th
- NEW Donate Life Walk - April 13th
- Forward Testing - April 16th, 17th & 18th
- BV Literacy News
- Attendance Spotlight
- Community Events
- The Giving Tree Update
- And More!
BAY VIEW PHONE NUMBERS
Attendance....920-662-8184
Main Line........920-662-8196
Fax Line ......... 920-662-7979
SCHOOL HOURS
IMPORTANT DATES
April 12th - Virtual Learning (Weather Make-Up) 7:30-11:00am, NO SCHOOL in the Afternoon
Happening at Bay View
Earth in Space Unit/Solar Eclipse - April 8th
Grade 8 students have an exciting opportunity to connect learning from their Earth in Space unit to the once-every-few-years solar eclipse on April 8th. All grade 8 staff and students will go to their bay-designated outdoor location at 1:55pm, when the eclipse will peak, and return to their Encore rooms at 2:30pm.
The science team will instruct students about safe viewing. Your help would be appreciated by reiterating the safety message below.
“When watching the solar eclipse, you must look through safe solar viewing glasses. Eclipse glasses are NOT regular sunglasses; regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the Sun. You will be issued safe solar viewers, which are thousands of times darker and comply with the ISO 12312-2 international standard. Always inspect your eclipse glasses before use; if torn, scratched, or otherwise damaged, discard the device.
Do NOT look at the Sun through a phone, iPad, camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while wearing eclipse glasses or using a handheld solar viewer — the concentrated solar rays will burn through the filter and cause serious eye injury.”
Thanks to a grant by the Howard-Suamico Education Foundation, students will be issued safe solar viewing glasses to observe the eclipse. Another way to experience the solar eclipse is to use an indirect viewing method or a pinhole projector. Discuss the viewing options with your child. If preferred, he or she may bring to school a pinhole projector that they construct at home. If you prefer to opt out your child from the outdoor experience, email your child’s science teacher. We will arrange a viewing room for students to watch the NASA live stream.
Sincerely,
Donate Life Walk - April 13th
A Small Dot ... Makes a BIG Difference!
The Student Leadership Donate Life Committee at Bay View appreciates the fact that the HSSD community has supported the NEW Donate Life Walk for 11 years running! We have raised THOUSANDS of dollars for Donate Life Wisconsin thanks to you. This year, we are reaching out once again and asking you to join us at the 12th annual NEW Donate Life Walk on Saturday, April 13th at Bay View Middle School.
The need for organ transplantation or organ donation is always unexpected and we all believe it will never be us. However, all you have to do is look around the HSSD community to note that MANY members have a connection. Come join us on April 13th to raise awareness and money to help others going through this process. If you can’t join us for the Walk and Silent Auction, here are some other ways you might be able to help:
Distribute the poster you see to the left to businesses around the HSSD area and beyond. (Contact us at newdonatelife@gmail.com and we’ll figure out how to get them to you!)
Solicit donation items for the Silent Auction from your family and friends who own businesses. Click here for access to our Interest Donation Letter.
Donate money on our website. We will be providing T-shirts to every registrant, as well as food and drink at the finish line. All of these items will call for financial support.
Forward Testing in April 16th, 17th & 18th - BOTH GRADES
We will begin our Wisconsin Forward testing in about two weeks. We are scheduled to test on the mornings of April 16th, 17th, and 18th.
To set students up for success, please remind them to get a good night's sleep and eat breakfast. They will also need the following:
Wired earbuds (bluetooth headphones are not allowed during testing)
Fully charged iPad
Also, a reminder to students, no cellphones or smartwatches are allowed in the room during testing.
The Forward Exam is designed to gauge how well students are doing in relation to the Wisconsin Academic Standards. These standards outline what students should know and be able to do to be on track for college and career readiness. This exam is used by the state of Wisconsin as a measure of how well schools are performing academically. Therefore, it is critical that our students give their very best effort, and that as many students as possible participate in the exam.
Thank you in advance for your help and cooperation to make the Forward exam a success at Bay View! We very much appreciate your support.
Sincerely,
Heath Garland
Principal
Bay View Middle School
Spring Incoming Freshmen Athletic Meeting - April 24th
We will be hosting a meeting for all incoming freshmen athletes on April 24th from 6-7pm in the high school Performing Arts Center. This meeting will be for parents and athletes who plan on playing sports at Bay Port next year. Thank you, -- Dillon Maney Athletics Director 920-662-7268
Bay View Literacy News
🌷 📚 Spring Into Reading with Exciting Picks for Middle Schoolers! 📚🌷
As the flowers begin to bloom and the birds start to chirp, it's the perfect time to dive into some captivating books! We've curated a list of fantastic reads that will transport middle schoolers to new worlds, spark their imaginations, and keep them engaged all spring long.
1. "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Ivan, a silverback gorilla, as he navigates life in captivity. This heartwarming tale of friendship and courage is sure to leave readers with a lasting impression.
2. "New Kid" by Jerry Craft
Join Jordan Banks as he navigates the ups and downs of being the new kid at Riverdale Academy Day School. This graphic novel beautifully explores themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges of fitting in.
3. "Refugee" by Alan Gratz
Experience the harrowing journeys of three different refugees - Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud - as they flee their homes in search of safety and freedom. This gripping novel sheds light on the refugee experience throughout history.
We hope these recommendations inspire a love of reading and provide hours of enjoyment during the spring season! Happy reading!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Danielle Bemmels, Bay View's Literacy Coach, at danibemm@hssdschools.org.
DigiKnow: Promoting Digital Wellness at Home
Creating a safe and balanced digital environment is critical to our children's well-being in today's ever-connected world. Two important aspects of this are:
- Screen time, the amount of time spent on devices
- Content filtering, which controls the materials accessible to them
This resource aims to provide insights and options that parents can explore at home, allowing them to tailor their child's digital journey with confidence. For more information visit HSSD Technology or Common Sense Media. Please contact Kelly Koller, Technology Integration Specialist, for questions at kellkoll@hssdschools.org
Community Events
The Attendance Spotlight
The Giving Tree
This month, The Giving Tree is collecting donated band and orchestra instruments (must be working and in good condition). Instruments can be dropped off at the District Office, 2706 Lineville Rd, from 7:30am-4pm Monday-Friday. If you would like a donation receipt for tax purposes, please leave your contact information and a receipt will be mailed or emailed to you.
The Giving Tree appreciates the community support in helping ensure all students have access to participating in music!
PTO News
- May 13, 2024 at Lineville, 6:00-7:00 pm
Math Videos / Website
Did you know that the Bay View Math teachers have created hundreds of math videos to help support both students and parents? If your child is stuck on a topic or wants to see an extra example explained by a teacher at Bay View, check out these websites. There are hundreds of videos created on most math topics that we cover throughout the year. Just search for a topic in the search bar or in the channel to get started.
Tutor List for 2023-24 School Year
If you are in need of a tutor for your student, please click on the link below for a list of resources.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RL4kg-9qgmimJaQ2LNS0aWA5DmHXJzbl/view
School Social Workers Corner
Please click on the link below to see what valuable resources are available for families in the HSSD.
STUDENT PICK-UP PROTOCOL
If you are picking a student up during the school day, you must come into the main office and sign the student out with your Driver's License. If someone other than you or your emergency contacts is picking up your student, please contact the office to let them know who is picking your student up. Students are not allowed to leave during school hours via bike or walking without prior approval from the main office and Principal.
HEALTH ROOM PROTOCOL
If your student is not feeling well, they need to follow protocol and come to the health room to report their illness prior to contacting home. Students should not be using their iPad to email a parent or texting a parent to pick them up. This will eliminate the spread of illnesses to other students and will make the office aware of students being picked up prior to parent arrival.
OHP (Oral Health Partnership) - Dentistry for Tots to Teens
From the Board of Education
This year's School Board representative for Bay View Middle School is Vanessa Moran. Vanessa taught at Meadowbrook for the span of a decade as a 3rd and 4th grade teacher prior to taking on administrative roles in neighboring districts. She was elected to the Board in 2018.
The Howard-Suamico School Board is committed to graduating lifelong learners who are well equipped with the knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of an ever-changing global society. Please feel free reach out to Vanessa with any questions about Board Policies.
Please click here for the latest Board of Education articles.
https://www.hssdschools.org/district/news#fs-panel-13134
Contact Info:
Vanessa Moran
Board of Education Member/Public Policy Correspondent
Howard-Suamico School District
E-mail: vanemora@hssdschools.org
Cell: 920-246-3999
SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND DELAYS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER - UPDATED NUMBER
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