A Message From the Principal
Berlin Middle School
Greetings BMS Families,
Happy New Year! I sincerely hope the holidays brought you great happiness and joy. It’s amazing that the end of the semester is already here and we are halfway through the school year. As we begin this new year, think about some of these ideas to help keep your middle schooler on track:
• Get organized. Let’s face it—middle schoolers are not always organized. Have your child use helpful tools to keep track of his schedule and school assignments such as their planner. They can also use a calendar, sticky notes, to-do lists and an assignment notebook. Help your student get into the habit of cleaning out their school folders, notebooks, etc. regularly.
• Set a schedule. By January, many students have abandoned their schoolwork routines, especially after a long break from school! Help your child reestablish a work time, and then make sure he studies at that time every day. It won’t take long for it to become a habit. Additionally, focus on setting a reasonable bedtime so they are getting at least 7 hours of sleep each night.
•Give “mono-tasking” a try. Kids claim they are multitasking when they listen to music, chat with friends and try to do assignments all at the same time. But the truth is that their brains can’t really handle all that activity. Encourage your child to focus on one thing at a time.
• Set a new goal. Would they like to raise their ELA grade? Encourage them to figure out what it will take to reach that goal. When students are clear about the steps they must take to reach a goal, it’s easier to make the choices that will help them achieve it!
We hope that 2025 brings good health and joy to students, families and staff. Please be sure to reach out to us at Berlin Middle School with anything you may need!
Kind regards,
Colleen Pariso
BMS Principal
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BMS Spreads Holiday Spirit
Recently, our talented 7th-grade Band and Choir students spread holiday cheer across the district with their joyful tunes!
Their incredible performances brought smiles to everyone’s faces, showcasing their talent and festive spirit.
A big thank you to all the students for sharing your wonderful music!
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BMS Holiday Market was a Huge Success
The hallways were filled with enthusiastic shoppers supporting our Holiday Market on December 20th!
Students were beaming with pride as they saw their hard work come to life. We sincerely thank everyone who attended. The students are eager to donate their proceeds to the local nonprofit organizations they have chosen.
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Economics Market Unit
Students have been busy learning the ins and outs of economics and were able to hear firsthand from several business owners in Berlin. Owners shared their experiences with starting a business and some successes and obstacles they had to overcome to help their businesses succeed.
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Ski Club Hit The Slopes
The BMS & BHS Ski Club started their winter season with an awesome trip to Nordic Mountain!
Upcoming Ski Club Dates:
• Monday, January 13, 2025
• Monday, January 20, 2025
• Monday, February 3, 2025
• Monday, February 10, 2025 (Make-Up Day, If Needed)
Have a blast and stay safe!
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The Excitement of STEAM Night
Students enjoyed after-school activities with buddha boards, legos, cue robots, keva planks, marble runs, cribbage, chess, checkers, slime, snacks, and much more!
A huge shout out to our amazing staff for creating a safe and enjoyable environment for these amazing kids.
We also want to express our gratitude to the families for allowing their children to join in on the fun. It's truly a great time!
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Honoring Students of the Month
Recently, BMS held its monthly assembly to honor the Students of the Month. The goal was to "Be Safe." Students are encouraged to work together cooperatively and productively.
Congratulations to those students who were nominated for exemplifying this principle and for helping their peers maintain a safe environment. Well done to all grade levels for your well-deserved certificates and water bottles! Keep up the great work, students!
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Science Class Welcomes Mr. Bill Harris
We had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Bill Harris from Renewable World Function to our 7th-grade science class!
Mr. Harris shared his passion for energy through engaging hands-on materials. The students were thrilled to see his amazing homemade energy projects. His vibrant presence made learning about energy not only educational but also incredibly fun! We are grateful for his dedication to inspiring students and showing them that energy can be an exciting subject to explore!
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Mark Your Calendars For Poetry Slam!
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BMS Choir Delivers a Fantastic Concert
The BMS Choir lit up the stage with their Winter Choir Concert!
Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades brought the joy of Christmas to life by performing holiday classics, spreading smiles and cheer to all in attendance.
Under the inspiring direction of Maggie Grewal, and accompanied by the talented Collaborative Pianist Jessica Fritz, this concert was a truly memorable celebration of the season.
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