RIVER RAIDER

Dear BRMS Families

Browns River Middle School staff and parents will be hosting two after school social events for our students in the next month.   A 5/6th grade  party will be held on Friday November 17th from 2:45 until 4:15 and we will be hosting a 7/8th grade dance on Friday December 1 from 7-9:00 p.m.  These events are great opportunities for our students to build community and utilize social skills that we focus on developing during their middle school years.  Both events have a $5 donation for entry in order to help cover costs.  

The 5/6 party will have a DJ, fast dancing, games and snacks for the students to enjoy.   Permission slips can be found here or in the main office.  All students must have adult permission to attend the event. Parent chaperones are needed for the party.  Please be sure to sign up in the BRAG section of the River Raider if you can help chaperone.  The event will end at 4:15 and families need to pick up their child at that time.   There are no late buses for this event.   

The 7/8 dance will have a DJ for dancing and students will be able to hang out and socialize when not on the dance floor.  The dance is chaperoned by BRMS staff members.  This is for BRMS students only and does not require a permission form.  Students who do not attend school on the day of the event will not be allowed at the party or the dance.   Below you will find guidelines for the school dance.   Please be sure to go over them with your child before the event. 

Have a great weekend.   

Kevin

7th/8th Grade Dance Guidelines 

The dances begin at 7:00pm and end at 9:00pm.  Students are responsible for arranging a ride home at 9:00pm.  The chaperones for the dance consist of administrators, faculty, and/or parents.  Any student who cannot or will not follow the  guidelines will be asked to leave and parents will be notified to come pick them up.

1. All BRMS school rules are in effect at school dances.

2. Students are to remain in the designated area from the time of arrival until the end of the dance.  Students must have written parental permission to leave the dance early or be picked up at the door.  

3. Only BRMS seventh and eighth graders may attend school dances

4. No students will be admitted into the dance after 8:00pm except those accompanied by a parent.

5. Dance styles deemed unacceptable by chaperones for reasons of safety will not be permitted.

6. Students who did not attend school on the day of the dance are not allowed to attend.

7. Dances held in the lunchroom

5/6 Fall Party!

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 17,  3:00 - 4:15pm.

What is the 5/6 Party?  An after-school event for 5th & 6th grade students. 

There will be music, games and prizes in the cafeteria.  The gym will be open, and if the weather’s nice, we’ll open the doors for outdoor space too!  

How do 5/6 students sign up? All it takes is $5.00 per student and this permission slip. Families needing financial support may contact kevin.hamilton@mmuusd.org.

What else do I need to know? We need volunteers! 

Sign up HERE to provide a snack, help set up, run a game, etc.    

Questions? Email us at brmsbrag@mmuusd.org.

Time is running out to buy Pizza Kits and In-Store Meal Deals to support our fundraiser!  Every week, we are getting closer to our goal but we really do need everyone.  If you haven’t joined our fundraiser yet, it’s not too late.  Follow this LINK to quickly set up your seller page.  And don’t forget to buy your own!  The student who sells the most Pizza Kits will receive a FREE pizza lunch for 2!!  No time to sell? Just order your own HERE or use the QR code: 

Mansfield Nordic Club’s Bill Koch League Youth Ski Program

Registration is now Open!

Location:  Ethan Allen Firing Range, Jericho, VT

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays* Dec. 5, 2023- March 14, 2024 (or snowmelt)

*Racer Group also meets an additional day on weekends

Time:  3:45 to 5:15pm

Ages: Pre-k through 8th grade

The Mansfield Nordic Club’s BKL programs are all about having fun while learning agility, balance and coordination on skis. We’ll learn and practice cross-country skiing through instruction, games, activities and going on ski tours. We have different groups based on age, ski level and interest.  Programs are 1 to 3 days per week depending on age, ability and interest levels. 

Find out more and register on our website: https://www.mansfieldnordic.org/bkl/kids/

Multi-child discounts and scholarships available - look for info on our website.

Please email bkl@mansfieldnordic.org with any questions.