RIVER RAIDER
Dear BRMS Families,
Last night we held our first Open House at BRMS since the fall of 2019 when our current 8th grade students were in 5th grade. It was wonderful welcoming all of the families back into the building and the positive energy was extremely uplifting for all our staff members. Thank you for coming out on such a beautiful evening and participating in our scavenger hunt. We had a great time reconnecting with all of our families.
Our sports season is now in full swing and our teams are having a very successful campaign on the athletic fields. However, our proudest moment so far as a school was receiving a call from another athletic director complementing our field hockey team on their positive team play. We are proud of how our teams represent themselves both on and off the field. Be sure to get out and support the teams over the last couple of weeks of the fall season. They have worked hard to develop their skills as athletes and teammates.
Our after school clubs are also getting started and there are many opportunities for our students to explore new activities as they journey through middle school. We are excited to announce that our drama program will be restarting after three years of having a dark stage. Laurie Forsman will be starting small with an after school program and we will be looking to develop a drama performance in the spring of 2023. Make sure to check out the River Raider for club information and encourage your child to explore these many options.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Kevin Hamilton
BRMS is happy to offer a series of drop-in volleyball sessions over the next few weeks. There are sessions specifically for 5th/6th graders, and sessions for 7th/8th graders - make sure you sign up for the correct one! Athletes may join however many sessions they like; it is first come first serve however, with 14 spots available each session. Click here to sign up! Any questions? Contact Juliana Dixon at julianadixon@mmuusd.org.
Team Fusion at Elmore State Park
Team Fusion having a swim at Lake Elmore
Counseling Connections
Hi Families,
Happy Fall! We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful state and want to remind you that spending time in nature is SO good for us…it has a positive impact on our mental health. Take care of *you and your family by encouraging outdoor time— hikes, apple picking, walks, pumpkin hunting, corn mazes, bike riding, raking leaves, gardening…. Get out there and ENJOY~
www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature
www.verywellmind.com/how-nature-therapy-helps-your-mental-health-5210448
As always, in conjunction with any resources we send out, your BRMS School Counselors are available to help and provide support so your child(ren) can be and feel their best academically, socially and emotionally during their days here at school.
Ashley Bergeron 5th/6th
ashley.bergeron@mmuusd.org
Jenn Wisniowski 7th/8th
jennifer.wisniowski@mmuusd.org
Browns River Middle School, with the help of some dedicated parents, is gearing up for winter and planning for an exciting opportunity to get students to Bolton Valley for some night skiing one day a week with transportation to and from the mountain.
To make this happen we need to see who might be interested in participating as a student skier/rider OR as a parent chaperone.
Team Unidos
Team Explore Morning Quiet Time Mandala
When: Wednesdays from 2:45 to 3:25
Who: Everyone is invited!
What you need: Nothing, we have everything you need!
Why: Build leadership, problem solving, and cooperative learning skills
Is it like the Strangers Things 4 Hellfire club?: Yes in that it's dramatic and fun, no in that the monsters the kids fight do not actually exist in an upside down parallel universe. Probably.
BRAG
Browns River Action Group (BRAG), the parent teacher organization at BRMS, helps promote student self-esteem, supports school staff, and assists in efforts to solve school needs through volunteering and fundraising.
Interested in joining? Email us at brmsbrag@mmuusd.org
BRMS BRAG will be hosting the BRMS Fall Snack Shack
from 4-5pm on Tuesday, October 11th.
On the menu: hot dogs, chips, drinks, and more!
We are in need of volunteers for set up, snack sales, and clean up.
Volunteers have a front row spot to watch the Cross Country Meet! Sign up HERE!
Upcoming Events
Monday, October 3-
Tuesday, October 4- Clubs (Newspaper, Cooking, Magic 2:45-3:25) Soccer Games v. Williston Boys (H) Girls (A) 4:00, Cross Country @ADL 4:00
Wednesday, October 5- Clubs (D&D, Drama 2:45-3:25)
Thursday, October 6 - Clubs (Cooking, Pride 2:45-3:25), Jazz Band Grades 5-6 (2:45-3:20), Grades 7-8 (2:45-4:00) , Soccer Games v. Milton Boys (A) Girls (H) 4:00 Field Hockey v. Williston (Home) 4:00, Cross Country @Red Rocks Park 4:00
Friday, October 7- No School
Community News
Brewster River Mountain Bike Club
Middle School Group Rides
Meet at the Valley Dream Farm
to Ride the Pleasant Valley Trails
Must have an adult present with you to ride.
9:00-11:00 AM
Saturday 9/24, 10/1, 10/15, 10/22
Contact beth.moore@mmuusd.org to sign up.
