Barrington Middle School

Welcome, 

Bienvenido, Bienvenu, Bem-vindo, Willkommen,

歡迎, benvenuto, Hoş geldin,Καλώς ήρθατε

Fáilte, Bem-vindo, स्वागत छ, добро пожаловать, vitajte

Ласкаво просимо, üdvözlöm

,ברוך הבא

to BMS 

This year, we would like to celebrate and recognize the various languages spoken at Barrington Middle School. If you would like to include the language spoken in your home, please complete the following link. 

Let’s Celebrate the Languages Spoken at BMS 2024 - 2025

Important Dates:

• No School- Indigenous People’s Day, Monday, October 14, 2024 

• PTO Meeting - Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00 pm

• Parent Learning Walk- Monday, October 28, 2025 from 9:30 am - 11:00 am 

• BMS SIT Meeting- Tuesday, October 29, 2024 from 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm 

Barrington Public Schools believes accessibility and inclusion benefit everyone. The District is committed to planning accessible events and providing reasonable accommodations to support the full participation of all members of our community. For accommodations, please contact Barrington Middle School at 401.247.3160

Stay Connected with BMS:

• Barringtonmiddle.org

• BMS Morning TV Show

• BMS Daily Announcements 2024 - 2025

• BMS Club/Activities Schedule 2024 - 2025

• @bms_ri

• #bmsshines

~ 2 Week Look ~

~ BMS Current and Relevant News ~

CLEE Student and Family Workshops: 

A big thank you to all of our families, teachers and students for participating in last week’s belonging workshops. During the student sessions, students engaged in activities and discussion exploring the difference between belonging and fitting in, as well as how to create an inclusive school community where everyone feels valued. We are hopeful it started the conversation with members of our learning community to help support and build a community where our students feel like they belong. 

Linked below you will find a toolkit that was shared with our families during the family workshop. 

Resource Toolkit for Families 

BMS School Pictures:

We had a smooth picture day and we were very proud of how well our students listened and followed directions.  Picture packages are expected to arrive within 3-5 weeks and will be distributed in first period classes.  

Picture retake day has been scheduled for Monday, November 18, 2024. 

If you find you don't like the original picture, just have your student bring in their original Portrait Package on retake day and return it to the photographer.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact CoffeePond directly at 508-907-6633, ext 0 or at lifeguards@coffeepond.com.

Attention 8th Grade Students: 

The chairs of Octoberfest for Sowams School asked that I reach out to see if there are 8th graders who could volunteer.  If they are interested, they can email sowamsoctoberfest@gmail.com. 

Unity Day:

Send a visual message of building commUNITY through kindness, acceptance and inclusion by wearing orange to prevent bullying on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.  #Unityeveryday  visit pacer.org/unityday

BMS Eagles Gazette Newspaper:

Click here for the latest amazing issue of the BMS Eagles Gazette newspaper!

BMS Family Learning Walks: 

Over the course of the school year, BMS will be hosting family learning walks. This is an opportunity for families to tour the building and see teaching/learning in action. Families may or may not see their own child’s classrooms.

If you are interested in attending a walk, please sign up for ONE of the walks using the link below (first-come, first-served basis). Space will be limited to 15 individuals per visit. A confirmation email will be sent to individuals confirming their participation.  

BMS Family Learning Walk Sign Up

BMS Media Center:

Please click here for the latest BMS Library Newsletter!

BMS PTO News:

Join us for the first BMS PTO meeting of the year on 

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the BMS Professional Development room!

Welcome to the new school year from the BMS PTO! We are excited for the new year and all of the events and activities to come! Here are a few PTO updates to start off the year:

• Join the PTO: Become a member of the BMS PTO for $20 through our BMS online store. Proceeds go directly to the school and PTO programs and membership is required to vote at PTO meetings.

• Volunteers needed: We are in need of volunteers for committees (Book Fair, Membership, Fundraising, One Amazing Night, 8th Grade Celebration). Please email us at barringtonmiddleschoolpto@gmail.com if interested or with any questions with no pressure to commit.

• PTO and DC Trip Fundraising Meeting: Join us for our 1st PTO meeting of the year coming in October. Immediately following the meeting, there will be a discussion about the new 8th grade field trip fundraising committees for grades 6,7,& 8. Please come to hear about the PTO plans for the year and to learn more about the 8th grade DC trip and the plans to start fundraising early! Date coming soon.

• Follow us on Instagram: @BMS_PTO

BMS Yearbook:

Order your BMS Yearbook today!  Only $40.

• Visit Coffeepond.com

• Click on “Order Yearbooks”

• Password:  BMS25

• Continue checkout

Absolute last day to order will be April 22, 2025.  Click here for more detailed yearbook information.

~ BMS Student Activities ~

BMS Best Buddies School wide Event:

BMS Best Buddies will host a school wide event on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 after school from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm in the BMS Student Union.  Costumes optional!  Make friends and enjoy snacks, music, and games!

History Day:

Anyone interested in participating in history day- science fair for history lovers :-) please contact Mrs. Roy or Ms. Texeira.

BMS Girls Basketball:

There will be a mandatory meeting for any girl and their parent(s) wishing to try out for this year's Lady Eagles Basketball team. It will be Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 6pm in the BMS Student Union.

Tryouts will start November 18, 2024.

BMS Boys Basketball:

There will be a mandatory meeting for any boy and their parent(s) wishing to try out for this year’s Boys Eagles Basketball team on Monday, October 28 at 6pm in the BMS Student Union.

Tryouts will start November 18, 2024.

~ Spotlight on Learning ~ 

This week, we would like to shine our BMS Spotlight on students Ellie Glass, Avery Blanco, Sadie Warner, and Ayla Bender for their inclusive spirit. Thank you for taking the time and making connections with all students and seeing that all students have unique abilities. (Nominated by a member of our BMS Learning Community) 

Do you know of a BMS Faculty/Staff/Student member who is shining bright? If you do, please complete the form below and we can include the nomination in an upcoming newsletter. 

BMS Spotlight Nomination 

~ BMS Standing Items ~

BMS Procedures

• Dropoff/Pick Up Process - If you choose to drop-off and pick-up your student from BMS, please see this map for directions.  Bus Eligibility Guidelines

• Early Dismissal:  Handwritten notes brought to the office before homeroom or emails to bmsattendance@barringtonschools.org are needed every time you need to dismiss your student prior to the end of school.  Middle School level students are not allowed to bike home early, even with permission by note.  ID and a physical presence is required to dismiss your student early. Please note that the last early dismissal of the day is at 2:45 pm.  Please click here for full details about dismissing your student early from school.

• Daily Announcements:  Click this link daily to find out important information about upcoming clubs, sports, enrichment activities and more!

~ Community News ~

Fundraiser in memory of Henry Charbonneau:

Please join us to support The Tomorrow Fund for children with cancer in memory of Henry Charbonneau at Dune Brothers Seafood (the recently opened restaurant at the Crescent Park Carousel at 684 Bullocks Point Ave in Riverside) on Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 12-7pm.  In addition to delicious food, there will be a cartoonist and music!  Bring the family!  Rain or shine.

Sowams School Octoberfest:

Visit Sowams School this Saturday, October 19, 2024 from 10AM - 3PM for a day of family fun!  Free admission!  The Octoberfest includes a carnival, face painting, pumpkin painting, games, cake walk, spooky hayride, bounce house, silent auction and basket raffle!  Much more!

Barrington Free Flu Clinics:

Has everyone in your family had their flu vaccine?

Barrington is hosting two FREE flu clinics this fall.

Sowams School Wednesday, 10/23/2024

364 Sowams Road 3:30-7 p.m.

Barrington, RI 02806 In the multi-purpose room

Barrington High School Tuesday, 11/12/2024

220 Lincoln Avenue 4-7:30 p.m.

Barrington, RI 02806 In the cafeteria

COVID-19 vaccine will also be available.

Here’s some important information about the FREE flu vaccine clinic:

• Register online at schoolflu.com to schedule an appointment.

• Online registration is required to ensure the availability of the vaccine, walk-ins will be limited.

• Insurance information will be collected, but the vaccine is FREE whether you have insurance or not.

The flu is a serious, highly contagious, and sometimes deadly disease. Catching the flu means missing days of work and school. You might even have to spend time in the hospital. Don’t take the risk — the flu vaccine is your best protection against the flu.

For more information, visit health.ri.gov/flu/, or call the Department of Health’s information line at 401-222-5960.

Career and Technical Education Informational Seminar:

Learn more about the Career and Technical Education programs offered at Barrington High School at an informational seminar on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00 pm in the BHS Auditorium. Click here for the flier.

Barrington Youth Basketball Association

REGISTRATION OPEN! Visit www.bybahoops.com to REGISTER!

Recreational League Program:

The Recreational League Program allows youth who are both new to the game and experienced and are interested in learning the fundamentals, to continue to learn new skills, while participating in a fun atmosphere. This commitment is optimal for families who travel on weekends during the winter months, but whose child is still interested in playing the sport of basketball. Playing time will be equal among all players.

The season will begin the week of November 25th and end with a one day tournament on February 8 th . Divisions in the recreational league program will be divided by grades (3/4), (5/6), (7/8). Each team will have a one hour practice during the week and a game on Saturday.

Scholarships are available upon request

REGISTRATION ENDS ON FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1 st !

Coaching Opportunities Available! Please register on the league website for consideration!