Burleigh Manor Middle School Parent Teacher Association
Welcome to Burleigh Manor Middle School PTA
The Burleigh Manor Middle School PTA is a vibrant group of parents and teachers that reflect the diversity of our student body. Everyone is welcome to participate in our support of our school and students. Whether it be joining the PTA, making a monetary or food donation or volunteering your time at an event or as an organizer in the PTA we welcome you. Please do not hesitate to contact ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com with any questions or comments.
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Announcements
November 17, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
Just a reminder, the next BMMS PTA meeting is November 18th at 7PM in the Media Center.
The Google Meet code for those unable to physically attend: meet.google.com/xdr-jnes-pxg
Message from BMMS Music: Pie Sale Distribution
For those of you who went home with missing Pumpkin Rolls and/or Pecan Pies from the initial Pie Sale Distribution on November 12th, the Pie Sale company truck will be at BMMS on Tuesday, November 19th from 4PM to 6PM in the parking lot between BMMS and CHS to fulfill these orders.
BMMS and American Education Week
American Education Week is this week, November 18th to November 22nd. This event recognizes the dedicated team members who make our public schools thrive—from bus drivers and teachers to cafeteria staff and administrative personnel. It's a wonderful opportunity for us to honor their contributions and for our community to reaffirm our commitment to providing quality public education for all students.
Burleigh Manor Middle School invites all families to visit on our “Spolight Day” on Thursday, November 21. While we encourage visits on Thursday, families are welcome to visit any time throughout the week. Keep in mind that tests or quizzes may occur on days other than the 21st.
For students who will participate in this unofficial “Bring Your Parent to School”, please remind your parents that they are solely responsible for any missed work and are to use accrued PTO as the school will not provide any sick absence notes.
BMMS Turkey Trot and Fall Fling
BMMS is still seeking a handful of volunteers and donations, specially snacks and treats for the sweet stroll, for the upcoming Turkey Trot and Fall Fling on November 22, 2024. Your support by volunteering or donating or both makes a difference!
Volunteer: Sign up to lend a hand on the day of the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544A9A82DA2F49-52488184-turkey
Donate: Contribute items to support our activities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA9AE2EA4FF2-52035226-fall#/
At this moment, we are in need of contributions of SkinnyPop Porcorn and sweet treats for the Sweet Stroll. There is an Amazon Wishlist for the popcorn. If you use this Amazon Wishlist to purchase the SkinnyPop Popcorn, then it will be delivered directly to BMMS. The Amazon Wishlist for the SkinnyPop popcorn is: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/26ACWJHC6AZD9?ref_=wl_share
BMMS Parent Conferences – Reminder
Burleigh Manor Middle School will host parent-teacher conferences on November 25th, 26th, and 27th. Scheduling for conferences will begin on Friday, November 8th at 8:00 am. We respectfully request families only sign up for a maximum of three conferences, as conference times are very limited. This will ensure that more families have the opportunity to meet with their child's teachers. Information about how to sign up for conferences can be found at the following link: https://help.hcpss.org/when-and-how-can-i-register-for-parent-teacher-conferences
Parent Conference Registration Instructions: https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/parent-conference-parent-2024.pdf
Message from the BMMS Student Resources: Spelling Bee
This year, we will use the Scripps National Spelling Bee’s online testing platform to hold our classroom spelling bee via an online spelling test.
The first step to spelling bee participation for your child is registering for the online testing platform by visiting https://online-test.spellingbee.com. I encourage you to watch this video tutorial that will walk you through the registration process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ThKRsffiFc
Once you have registered, I will be able to assign the appropriate test to your child. Your child must complete the test before the given deadline. Tests can be taken on any device with a web browser, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets and smart phones. Chrome, Firefox and Microsoft Edge are our preferred browsers. We do not support Safari for desktop or Internet Explorer.
The online test will be open from November 21st through November 26th.
The students from each grade with the highest scores will move on to compete at the school level. This year, our school-level competition will be administered via IN-PERSON SPELLING BEE. Our school champion will then move on to represent Burleigh Manor Middle School in the next level of the Howard County spelling bee program, which also may include online tests in lieu of in-person spelling bee events.
Remember, the first step to spelling bee participation is to register at online-test.spellingbee.com. Please register your child at your earliest convenience as I will begin assigning tests to students soon. If you have already registered in the online testing platform for another child, you can log in to your account and add an additional child to that same parent account. There is no need to register a different email address for each child in your household.
Centennial High School Our WorldFest Collaboration with BMMS
We are still gauging interest from the BMMS community for those who wish to actively participate with a contribution to the gallery of interactive presentations, dance and ritual performances and food treats. CHS is in the planning phase and we would like to let them know that BMMS would like to collaborate to make this event a success. If you want to participate with the collaboration, then please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com or leave a comment.
Courtesy Message from Marriotts Ridge High School
Shopping for the holidays? Custom MRHS spirit wear makes a great holiday gift, especially if you have a rising 9th grader! MRHS Boosters has a wide variety of gear to choose from in the online spirit wear store. Because the gear is personalized, there is a several week lead time so order soon to ensure your gift arrives on time!
Shop at https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/maryland/marriottsville/marriotts-ridge-high-school
November 11, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
Just a reminder, the next BMMS PTA meeting is November 18th at 7PM in the Media Center.
The Google Meet code for those unable to physically attend: meet.google.com/xdr-jnes-pxg
World Cultural Event
Centennial HS is planning for a Our WorldFEST cultural night on February 2, 2025. They asked if the BMMS community would like to participate. Prior to the Covid years, the three Centennial Lane schools together hosted a World Showcase cultural night that exhibited the rich cultural heritage of our community with a gallery of interactive presentations, dance and ritual performances and food treats for the taste buds.
Over the years, this event has fallen off the schedule as participation has dwindled. It may be time for a return of this cultural event in a big way even for just one night to remind us that we are all one people sharing the one love and one heart.
So I just wanted to gauge everyone’s interest in either participating or attending this WorldFest. CHS is already into their planning stages. If you are interested in participating, then either leave a comment or send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com. So let’s get together and feel alright.
November 7, 2024
Message from BMMS Music: 2024 Pie Sale Distribution
We have 2,866 pies to distribute to BMMS Students, who will deliver them to BMMS families, staff, and friends! We need your help to ensure the Music Department pie distribution runs smoothly. Please consider signing up for an hour or two to help unpack, distribute, or make reminder calls to assist in this task.
Day of Event: Tuesday, November 12, 2024; 1:35 PM - 7:30 PM
Students are encouraged to volunteer, as well as parents. We cannot do this without your help!
Student Volunteers: For BMMS student volunteers, please add a comment "BMMS Student" when you sign up. For CHS Tri-M student volunteers, please add a comment "CHS Tri-M" when you sign up.
Please understand that we may need to adjust actual assignments based on available volunteers.
Signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0448AAA828A2F49-52879851-2024#/
Courtesy Message from MRHS Music
Mattress Sale Fundraiser: Saturday, November 16 from 10AM-5PM at Marriotts Ridge High School
Need a new mattress? Support MRHS Music and get a good night’s sleep at our mattress fundraiser sale featuring premium mattresses, adjustable bases, pillows and sheets. 25+ styles of mattresses and accessories will be on display in the MRHS Commons for you to try out. Teachers/staff, first responders, and veterans receive an extra 10% discount! All sales benefit the Marriotts Ridge music program.
For more information and link to $50 discount coupon: https://www.mrhsmusic.net/fundraising/mattress-sale
BMMS Parent Conferences
Burleigh Manor Middle School will host parent-teacher conferences on November 25th, 26th, and 27th. Scheduling for conferences will begin on Friday, November 8th at 8:00 am. We respectfully request families only sign up for a maximum of three conferences, as conference times are very limited. This will ensure that more families have the opportunity to meet with their child's teachers. Information about how to sign up for conferences can be found at the following link: https://help.hcpss.org/when-and-how-can-i-register-for-parent-teacher-conferences
Parent Conference Registration Instructions: https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/parent-conference-parent-2024.pdf
BMMS Turkey Trot and Fall Fling
Burleigh Manor is seeking volunteers and donations for our upcoming Turkey Trot and Fall Fling on November 22, 2024. Your support by volunteering or donating or both makes a difference!
Volunteer: Sign up to lend a hand on the day of the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544A9A82DA2F49-52488184-turkey
Donate: Contribute items to support our activities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA9AE2EA4FF2-52035226-fall#/
At this moment, we are in need of contributions of SkinnyPop Porcorn and sweet treats for the Sweet Stroll. There is an Amazon Wishlist for the popcorn. If you use this Amazon Wishlist to purchase the SkinnyPop Popcorn, then it will be delivered directly to BMMS. The Amazon Wishlist for the SkinnyPop popcorn is: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/26ACWJHC6AZD9?ref_=wl_share
Message from the BMMS Student Resources: Spelling Bee
This year, we will use the Scripps National Spelling Bee’s online testing platform to hold our classroom spelling bee via an online spelling test.
The first step to spelling bee participation for your child is registering for the online testing platform by visiting https://online-test.spellingbee.com. I encourage you to watch this video tutorial that will walk you through the registration process: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ThKRsffiFc
Once you have registered, I will be able to assign the appropriate test to your child. Your child must complete the test before the given deadline. Tests can be taken on any device with a web browser, including desktop computers, laptops, tablets and smart phones. Chrome, Firefox and Microsoft Edge are our preferred browsers. We do not support Safari for desktop or Internet Explorer.
The online test will be open from November 21st through November 26th.
The students from each grade with the highest scores will move on to compete at the school level. This year, our school-level competition will be administered via IN-PERSON SPELLING BEE. Our school champion will then move on to represent Burleigh Manor Middle School in the next level of the Howard County spelling bee program, which also may include online tests in lieu of in-person spelling bee events.
Remember, the first step to spelling bee participation is to register at online-test.spellingbee.com. Please register your child at your earliest convenience as I will begin assigning tests to students soon. If you have already registered in the online testing platform for another child, you can log in to your account and add an additional child to that same parent account. There is no need to register a different email address for each child in your household.
November 4, 2024
Election Day – November 5, 2024
Election Day is tomorrow, November 5th. Given the importance of the ballots at the local and national levels, please vote tomorrow. Also, schools are closed tomorrow.
Message from the BMMS Related Arts and Seventh Grade Team: Turkey Trot and Fall Fling
Burleigh Manor is seeking volunteers and donations for our upcoming Turkey Trot and Fall Fling on November 22, 2024. Your support makes a difference!
Volunteer: Sign up to lend a hand on the day of the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544A9A82DA2F49-52488184-turkey
Donate: Contribute items to support our activities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA9AE2EA4FF2-52035226-fall#/
BMMS Lunch with an Expert
WE WOULD LOVE COMMUNITY HELP! This school year, BMMS will feature a different career cluster each month to introduce students to possible future options. One way we hope to do that is to offer "Lunch with an Expert" which would give the students an informal way to learn about different career pathways while also eating their own lunches.
If you are able to volunteer, please complete the form below and we will reach out to schedule.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe51jXMJIf4_yoBnELN5M24gULL-sBHqy8nf_KVPse6NWlXiA/viewform
October 30, 2024
Tonight! Tonight! Tonight!
“It's like a helter skelter, going down and down, round and round. But just get it away from me, ohh-ohh. Because tonight, tonight, tonight ohh-ohh. We're gonna make it right. Tonight, tonight, tonight…” Vibing to Genesis. Yeah, I am that old.
Anyway, tonight is not only the BMMS SGA’s Boo Bash Dance, but also the CHS Class of 2027 Spooktacular Haunted House. Between these two events at BMMS and CHS, things will get really busy in a hurry. We really need a full court press with the number of chaperones to help make the Boo Bash a success and for the safety of our students as they potentially move between these two events.
If you have the time to be a chaperone at tonight’s BMMS Boo Bash, then please meet us in the BMMS cafeteria at 530PM tonight Wednesday, October 30th.
October 25, 2024
Message from the BMMS SGA: Boo Bash Parent Chaperones Needed
The BMMS SGA will host a Boo Bash on October 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. We will have a DJ, a costume contest, games, and more for our students to enjoy! We need your help to make this event a success. If you are able to chaperone, please complete the form linked below. Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq0y2j9DSep40uRgFxKvkOJIopjyOV2N_ML8ub2MMegD9v4g/viewform
Message from the BMMS Health Room – Hearing & Vision Clinic, and Flu/Covid Clinics
On October 30, 2024, the BMMS Health Room will sponsor a Flu/Covid clinic. The BMMS health room is looking for ONE more parent volunteers to assist with this clinic. If you are able to support this Flu/Covid clinic on October 30, 2024 then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51307041-health
Message from the BMMS Related Arts and Seventh Grade Team: Turkey Trot and Fall Fling
Burleigh Manor is seeking volunteers and donations for our upcoming Turkey Trot and Fall Fling on November 22, 2024. Your support makes a difference!
How to Help:
Volunteer: Sign up to lend a hand on the day of the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544A9A82DA2F49-52488184-turkey
Donate: Contribute items to support our activities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA9AE2EA4FF2-52035226-fall#/
October 20, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
Just a reminder, the next BMMS PTA meeting is October 21st at 7PM in the Media Center.
As usual, the Google Meet code is: meet.google.com/gou-dxvu-iyo
Message from the BMMS SGA: Boo Bash Parent Chaperones
Please consider chaperoning the SGA Boo Bash on October 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. We will have a DJ, a costume contest, games, and more for our students to enjoy! We need your help to make this happen. If you are able to chaperone, please complete the form linked below. Thank you!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdq0y2j9DSep40uRgFxKvkOJIopjyOV2N_ML8ub2MMegD9v4g/viewform
Message from the BMMS Related Arts and Seventh Grade Team: Turkey Trot and Fall Fling
Burleigh Manor is seeking volunteers and donations for our upcoming Turkey Trot and Fall Fling on November 22, 2024. Your support makes a difference!
How to Help:
Volunteer: Sign up to lend a hand on the day of the event.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0544A9A82DA2F49-52488184-turkey
Donate: Contribute items to support our activities.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AA9AE2EA4FF2-52035226-fall#/
BMMS PTA Open Positions - DEI
We are still looking for a volunteer to help lead the BMMS PTA efforts. There is a BMMS Teacher that has ideas for promoting DEI awareness and would like to work with a parent volunteer. If you are interested then please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com for consideration
BMMS PTA Open Positions – Reflections
The Reflections volunteer will lead the effort in coordinating participation in the National Reflections program which including advertising to the BMMS students and families, collecting the works of art, organizing the judging and submitting the entries by the deadline. If you are interested, then please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com
October 12, 2024
BMMS PTA Staff Appreciation Fall Harvest
The BMMS PTA Staff Appreciation needs your help as there is not much time remaining. The BMMS PTA is providing Fall Harvest treats for the staff on Monday, Oct. 14th. If you are able to contribute, then please review the sign up to donate one or more of the needed items. Thanks for helping out!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4EACAD2BA64-51996276-fall#/
BMMS Picture Day for Students
BMMS picture day is scheduled for October 16, 2024. The paper order forms will be sent home with your student next week. You may also order online at mylifetouch.com using your student's student ID and the picture day ID: EVTNZMTG8.
Message from the BMMS PTA Drama Club
Join the PTA Drama Club for Fall 2024!
We still have space for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to join our production of "13, Jr.," a musical about a pre-teen who moves from New York City to a sleepy Indiana town and has to find a place in school and in life. The Columbia Center for the Theatrical Arts runs our Drama Club program. For this Fall presentation, the CCTA have lined up original Broadway Cast member Brynn Williams to work with our students! Click here to register NOW: https://www.tfaforms.com/455416?show_id=701Jx00000lPXk8
Message from the BMMS Health Room – Hearing & Vision Clinic, and Flu/Covid Clinics
On October 17th, there will be a makeup session for the Hearing and Vision clinic. We need two more volunteers in support of this makeup session. If you want to volunteer with one or both of the Hearing and Vision Clinic sessions, then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51306992-health
On October 30, 2024, the BMMS Health Room will sponsor a Flu/Covid clinic. The BMMS health room is looking for four more parent volunteers to assist with this clinic. If you are able to support this Flu/Covid clinic on October 30, 2024 then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51307041-health
BMMS PTA Open Positions - DEI
We are still looking for a volunteer to help lead the BMMS PTA efforts. There is a BMMS Teacher that has ideas for promoting DEI awareness and would like to work with a parent volunteer. If you are interested then please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com for consideration
BMMS PTA Open Positions – Reflections
The Reflections volunteer will lead the effort in coordinating participation in the National Reflections program which including advertising to the BMMS students and families, collecting the works of art, organizing the judging and submitting the entries by the deadline.
If you are interested, then please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com
October 4, 2024
BMMS PTA Staff Appreciation Fall Harvest
Fall Harvest Goodies - Donations Needed! On Monday, October 14th, the BMMS PTA will provide a selection of treats for the BMMS Staff to show our appreciation. Please consider donating one of the items needed in order to make this event successful. Donations may be dropped off on the weekend before or at BMMS on the morning of the event. Thanks so much!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4EACAD2BA64-51996276-fall#/
Message from the BMMS Health Room – Hearing & Vision Clinic, and Flu/Covid Clinics
The BMMS Health Room will be hosting a number of clinics during the month of October. We are still looking for a few more parent volunteers to assist in directing the students during these clinics
On October 10th, the Health Room is asking for one more parent volunteer to assist with the initial Hearing & Vision Clinic. On October 17th, there will be a makeup session Hearing and Vision clinic. We need two more volunteers in support of this makeup session. If you want to volunteer with one or both of the Hearing and Vision Clinic sessions, then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51306992-health
On October 30, 2024, the BMMS Health Room will sponsor a Flu/Covid clinic. The BMMS health room is looking for four more parent volunteers to assist with this clinic. If you are able to support this Flu/Covid clinic on October 30, 2024 then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51307041-health
Message from the BMMS PTA Drama Club
Join the PTA Drama Club for Fall 2024!
Rehearsals start at BMMS on October 15th. We still have space for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders to join our production of "13, Jr.," a musical about a pre-teen who moves from New York City to a sleepy Indiana town and has to find a place in school and in life. The Columbia Center for the Theatrical Arts runs our Drama Club program. For this Fall presentation, the CCTA have lined up original Broadway Cast member Brynn Williams to work with our students! Click here to register NOW: https://www.tfaforms.com/455416?show_id=701Jx00000lPXk8
Restaurant Night
Our first BMMS PTA Restaurant Night will be Tuesday, October 8th at Trattoria Armore. It will be all day from 11am to 10pm.
Trattoria Amore at Dorsey’s Search Village Center
4725 Dorsey Hall Drive
Ellicott City, MD 21045
(410) 740-9903
Please present the flyer through your phone! They will only accept pick up or dine in. No delivery/DoorDash.
Courtesy Message from the Centennial High School Friends of Music – Future Eagles Night is ON!
We know there have been lots of changes for Friday. Yes, the football game is cancelled, but also YES - Future Marching Eagles night is still on! Future Marchers and their families should arrive to the CHS parking lot for check in at 5:30pm this Friday, October 4th.
CHS Marchers have been given instructions and timelines from Mr. Matchim.
CHS Marching Eagles will be performing their halftime show at 6:30pm and ALL ARE WELCOME! These students have worked so hard, let's come out and support them! As such, we are still in need of volunteers to help the marching band get ready, perform, and clean up from their halftime show. Please consider volunteering with the Sign Up Genius below:
Courtesy Message from the Mt. Hebron High School Marching Unit – Future Viking Night
Just a reminder that the Mt Hebron High School Marching Unit is hosting a Future Viking Night on October 10, 2024. This is for all Future Viking musicians who will attend Mt Hebron High School. Parents will need to purchase a football game ticket online on GoFan; and the Future Viking student will get in free simply by stating at the door that they are there for this special night.
Courtesy Message from the Mt. Hebron High School Marching Unit – Trunk or Treat
On October 28, 2024 from 600PM to 800PM, the Mt. Hebron High School Marching Unit will host their annual Trunk or Treat. The fun includes hot chocolate and a costume parade with the Marching Unit! All are welcome!!
In addition to welcoming guests, we’d LOVE it if anyone in your community would like to join in setting up a trunk! If interested in volunteering, please see this link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/904084DAEAD23A20-51466053-trunk
September 28, 2024
Time Sensitive Events this Week
MAP Testing at BMMS
Math MAP testing starting tomorrow September 30th and concluding on October2nd for our BMMS students. Please make sure that their Chromebooks are fully charged and for good measure they bring along the Chromebook’s charger for the Math MAP testing this week. And all the best to our students.
BMMS Music Pie Sale
The BMMS Music Pie Sale ends on October 1st. If you have not already placed your order, then please find a music student and place that order.
Sixth Grade Mash Up
Volunteers are still needed to support the 6th Grade Mash up scheduled for Wednesday October 2nd. Please visit this link to volunteer and make this event a success: https://forms.gle/BmpPx3SAGq3uGw3f9
Courtesy message from the CHS Friends of Music - Join the CHS Marching Eagles at our Home Football Game October 4th
Future CHS Eagles in grades 5-8 are invited to join the CHS Marching Eagles in the stands at our home football game on Friday, October 4. If you are interested, then please register at this link: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfWC7g2BbOpp.../viewform
BMMS PTA Meeting
We will have special meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7PM via a Google Meet to present the budget and vote for its approval. As always, these meetings are open and everyone is invited.
Meeting link: meet.google.com/yyh-bmzh-aoq
BMMS PTA Membership Drive
Please consider joining the BMMS PTA as your membership aids in supporting events and programs like the Back to School Bash, Staff Appreciation breakfasts and lunches, artist in residencies programs and various academic clubs. Visit this Google Form link to become a BMMS PTA member:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmOTBYHXni2TsVUxt04Gc11G4sFMpeM1kuNJjK6MJ3z5TDZQ/viewform
September 22, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
We will have special meeting on Monday, September 30, 2024 at 7PM via a Google Meet to present the budget and vote for its approval. As always, these meetings are open and everyone is invited.
Message from the BMMS Health Room – Hearing & Vision Clinic, and Flu/Covid Clinics
The BMMS Health Room will be hosting a number of clinics during the month of October. We are looking for a few more parent volunteers to assist in directing the students.
On October 10th, we need one more parent volunteer to assist with the initial Hearing & Vision Clinic. On October 17th, there will be a makeup Hearing and Vision clinic. We need two more parent volunteers in support of this makeup session. If you want to volunteer with one or both of the Hearing and Vision Clinic sessions, then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51306992-health
On October 30, 2024, the BMMS Health Room will sponsor a Flu/Covid clinic. The BMMS health room is looking for four more parent volunteers to assist with this clinic. If you are able to support this Flu/Covid clinic on October 30, 2024 then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51307041-health
Sniffles and Runny Noses Season
The sniffles and runny nose season is just upon us. To help out at the school, please consider sending a box of tissues to school with your child or have it delivered directly to the school.
BMMS PTA Open Positions
The BMMS PTA has a number of open positions. At this momenbt, these are the open positions for the BMMS PTA:
DEI – The school’s DEI lead is looking for someone to share ideas in promoting DEI awareness and events. This is as high impact a job as you make it; nevertheless, any effort in supporting DEI is greatly appreciated.
Reflections – The Reflections competitions is coming soon; so we will need someone for this position to lead all efforts in representing BMMS at the county and hopefully at the State and National levels.
Yearbook - We are also looking for someone to shadow our current Yearbook lead to learn how it is done.
Fundraising – We thought we could get by without one this year; but looks like it maybe more beneficial to have someone in here to look for and promote new fundraising opportunities.
Please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com for consideration.
BMMS PTA Membership Drive
Please consider joining the BMMS PTA as your membership aids in supporting events and programs like the Back to School Bash, Staff Appreciation breakfasts and lunches, artist in residencies programs and various academic clubs. Visit this Google Form link to become a BMMS PTA member:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmOTBYHXni2TsVUxt04Gc11G4sFMpeM1kuNJjK6MJ3z5TDZQ/viewform
Message from the BMMS 6th Grade Team
Volunteers still needed for the 10/2 sixth grade mash up! On Wednesday, October 2nd Burleigh Manor is hosting a team-building activity for the sixth grade. The purpose of this event is to allow 6th-grade students to participate in various team-building activities and come together as Bobcats. The ultimate goal is to create a learning environment where students get to know each other in a safe, engaging, and nurturing community. Through these activities, students will find common ground, and friendships or even discover something about themselves in the process.
We need volunteers to help make this event happen. We are currently looking for 30 volunteers to help manage student groups and facilitate activities. If you are interested, please complete the form linked below. Thank you.
https://forms.gle/BmpPx3SAGq3uGw3f9
Once you complete the form we will be in contact to confirm as soon as possible.
Message from the BMMS Music Department
The BMMS Music Department is running their annual Pie Sale through October 1st. Delivery is scheduled for Tuesday November 12th. Look for a music student for a menu or ask for their participation code for online ordering.
September 17, 2024
Courtesy Message from the BMMS Gaming Clubs
There are two different gaming clubs at BMMS. Each meets after school on Tuesdays, roughly twice a month, from 3:25 - 4:35. The clubs are open to everyone who likes to play games. You may join one or both, if there is room. If you are interested, see Mr. Jones in room 130 (near the media center) for a permission slip or to ask questions.
Board Game Club
Play any game that doesn’t require a computer- board games, chess, card games, role-playing games, etc. BMMS has a collection of amazing board games and chess sets. Or you can bring your own. The games played vary from year to year based on who joins the club. Some years chess is popular, but Dungeons & Dragons was a popular choice last year. No experience is necessary; we will teach you how to play.
magic: The Gathering Club
Magic: The Gathering is a collectible card game in which you build a deck of cards and then battle your opponents. (Similar, but better, than Pokemon.) BMMS has thousands of cards you can use to build your deck. Or you can bring your own. We also have a tournament at the end of the year. No experience is necessary; we will teach you how to play.
September 15, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
We will have our first meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 7PM in the BMMS Media Center. This is one of many opportunities to meet the team to provide input and suggestions in improving our PTA. As always, these meetings are open and everyone is invited.
For those who cannot attend the meeting in person, then this is the Google Meet code: meet.google.com/qwr-xinn-tow
Message from the BMMS 6th Grade Team
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 10/2 SIXTH GRADE MASH UP: On Wednesday, October 2nd Burleigh Manor is hosting a team-building activity for the sixth grade. The purpose of this event is to allow 6th-grade students to participate in various team-building activities and come together as Bobcats. The ultimate goal is to create a learning environment where students get to know each other in a safe, engaging, and nurturing community. Through these activities, students will find common ground, and friendships or even discover something about themselves in the process.
We need volunteers to help make this event happen. We are currently looking for 30 volunteers to help manage student groups and facilitate activities. If you are interested, please complete the form linked below.
https://forms.gle/BmpPx3SAGq3uGw3f9
Once you complete the form we will be in contact to confirm as soon as possible.
September 13, 2024
Message from the BMMS Music Department
The BMMS Music Department is running their annual Pie Sale. It is active now and runs through October 1st. Delivery is scheduled for Tuesday November 12th. Look for a music student for a menu or ask for their participation code for online ordering.
Message from the BMMS Health Room – Hearing & Vision Clinic, and Flu/Covid Clinics
The BMMS Health Room will be hosting a number of clinics during the month of October. We are looking for a number of parent volunteers to assist in directing the students.
On October 10th, the Health Room is asking for four parent volunteers to assist with the initial Hearing & Vision Clinic. On October 17th, there will be a makeup Hearing and Vision clinic. Three parent volunteers are required to support this makeup session. If you want to volunteer with one or both of the Hearing and Vision Clinic sessions, then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51306992-health
On October 30, 2024, the BMMS Health Room will sponsor a Flu/Covid clinic. The BMMS health room is looking for six parent volunteers to assist with this clinic. If you are able to support this Flu/Covid clinic on October 30, 2024 then please signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AAAAB22AAF9C43-51307041-health
September 10, 2024
BMMS PTA Meeting
We will have our first meeting on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 7PM in the BMMS Media Center. This is one of the many opportunities to meet the team to provide input and suggestions in improving our PTA. As always, these meetings are open and everyone is invited.
BMMS PTA Open Positions
Are you looking for something extraordinary to add to your resume? The BMMS PTA has a number of open positions that will expand your leadership, personnel and technical skills. You will work with other highly motivated people to accomplish the same goal of improving, motivating and expanding the experiences of the students, teachers and the greater BMMS community.
All the BMMS PTA positions are work from home. There will be the occasional travel to and from the BMMS campus for meetings and events. Otherwise, the hours with working with BMMS PTA issues and matters is flexible around your schedule. Benefits include prime access to campus and PTA events.
These are the open positions for the BMMS PTA:
• Fundraising
• DEI
• Reflections – The Reflections competitions is coming soon; so someone is needed for this spot
Please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com for consideration.
Message from Centennial High School
We are excited to announce the start of our fall athletic season at Centennial High School, with our varsity football season opener set for Friday, September 13th. As always, the safety and security of everyone at our athletic events is our top priority.
Starting Monday, September 9th, Centennial High School will implement a new policy regarding middle school students attending our athletic events. To ensure a safe environment, all middle school students must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian throughout any home athletic event, whether it is held indoors or outdoors.
Please note that middle school students without a parent or guardian chaperone will not be admitted to any Centennial High School athletic event.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all our attendees.
September 2, 2024
BMMS PTA Open Positions
Are you looking for something extraordinary to add to your curriculum vitae? The BMMS PTA has a number of open positions that will get you noticed. We have positions that will expand your leadership, personnel and technical skills. You will work with other highly motivated people to accomplish the same goal of improving, motivating and expanding the experiences of the students, teachers and the greater BMMS community.
All the BMMS PTA positions are work from home. There will be the occasional travel to and from the BMMS campus for meetings and events. Otherwise, the hours with working with BMMS PTA issues and matters is flexible around your schedule. Benefits include prime access to campus and PTA events.
These are the open positions for the BMMS PTA:
• DEI
• Reflections – The Reflections competitions is coming soon; so someone is needed for this spot
Please send an email to ptaburleighmanor@gmail.com for consideration.
BMMS PTA Membership Drive
The BMMS PTA membership drive is open. Please consider joining the BMMS PTA as your membership aids in supporting events and programs like the Back to School Bash, Staff Appreciation breakfasts and lunches and artist residencies to expand curriculums. Visit this Google Form to become a BMMS PTA member:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmOTBYHXni2TsVUxt04Gc11G4sFMpeM1kuNJjK6MJ3z5TDZQ/viewform
Message from the GT Team
The Howard County Public School System seeks new members for the GT/Advanced Programs Advisory Committee. Curriculum advisories serve as a forum for sharing ideas, information, and concerns, as well as suggesting initiatives for continuous improvement and academic excellence in HCPSS.
By Sept. 13, please complete the interest form ( https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduQtswAns0E9OchI7WQ0NZJhw9v9pkUEuFWRA_u-LKZmuEpw/viewform ) if you are interested in serving on this advisory committee. All applicants will be contacted by October 1. If you have any questions, please reach out to Debbie Blum, Coordinator, Gifted and Talented Education, at debbie_blum@hcpss.org.
Message from BMMS Science Olympiad
Are you/your student interested in science, engineering, or problem-solving? Join the Burleigh Manor Middle School (BMMS) Science Olympiad team!
Open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders, this exciting opportunity allows students to explore a wide range of STEM topics, from biology and chemistry to physics and engineering. Our teams are among the top in Maryland, winning the state competition, and proudly represented BMMS at Nationals last year!
This year, participants will also benefit from mentorship by experienced Centennial High School SciOly students. With 15 students per team, each member will focus on 3-4 events, giving them a chance to specialize and excel. Sign up for tryouts today and be part of our winning tradition!
Complete this Google Form for the tryout signup:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBaECMpx_EaKGsezre6SEMvrGxGQ-YsDVrFlbMec3OTlGC9g/viewform?usp=sf_link
Please indicate your student's interest in trying out for the team. The tryout date is sometime during the week of September 16th (TBD) -- you will be contacted by the provided emails as soon as we have confirmation of the date / location.
Want to know more about Division B Science Olympaid? You can find lots of material here:https://www.soinc.org/events/2025-event-table or email us at bmmsstemclub@gmail.com
Message from the BMMS It's Academic Club
Welcome to a new school year at Burleigh Manor. It's Academic - or Quizbowl - is an academic competition where students are asked questions from a variety of subjects and have to buzz in faster than the other players. Points are awarded for responding with the correct answer, much like the TV show "Jeopardy".
This club teaches sportsmanship, teamwork, and self-confidence, and is great fun for people who like competition. Practices will be held on Thursdays, from 3:20 pm to 4:30 pm. The first practice will be on Thursday, September 12th.
Even if your child was in It's Academic last year, you are required to sign up on the link below if they wish to participate this year. Registration is done on a first come first served basis. Also, to be part of this club, all parents must attend a meeting in order for their child to participate either on Tuesday, September 3rd, in BMMS Media Center from 7:45 pm - 8:30 pm or virtually on Monday, September 9th, from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/1zhyv57t5oEMCq5W7
At the end of the registration form, you will see if your child is part of the club or if he/she has been placed on the waiting list. For any question, please send an email to bmmsitsac@gmail.com
August 29, 2024
A Message from the BMMS Health Room
There are a number of students attending BMMS with nut allergies. For school events, please avoid donating any snacks containing nuts.
August 24, 2024
As these last few hours of today wind down, it is time to prepare for the first day of school. So welcome back to school! A few items for everyone to be mindful of tomorrow:
1. Traffic patterns will be different tomorrow. The school buses and many more cars will be converging near the schools tomorrow. Expect those queues as you approach the schools and have the patience to deal with the traffic. Remember, we want all the kids to arrive at school safely.
2. For the students, find your Chromebook and plug it in to charge it up; going to need that Chromebook on the first day of school.
3. If you have not already completed your Family File, then please do so. Visit https://www.hcpss.org/connect/ to update the Family File.
4. The BMMS PTA membership drive is open. Please consider joining the BMMS PTA as your membership aids in supporting events and programs like the Back to School Bash, Staff Appreciation breakfasts and lunches and artist residencies to expand curriculums. Visit this Google Form link to become a BMMS PTA member: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmOTBYHXni2TsVUxt04Gc11G4sFMpeM1kuNJjK6MJ3z5TDZQ/viewform
5. For the students, prepare to challenge yourself and explore new opportunities this school year. The journey will be worth it.
August 10, 2024
As we experience the waning days of summer, here a few reminders to prepare for the start of the 2024-2025 school year at Burleigh Manor Middle School.
1. Please update the Family File for each of your students. Our goal is to have 100% completion before the first day of school. Visit the https://www.hcpss.org/connect/ to update the Family File.
2. The Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene requires all 7th and 8th graders in the State of Maryland have one Tdap and one Meningitis (MCV4) vaccine BEFORE entering school. Please email a copy of their updated vaccine record to BMMSHealthroom@hcpss.org.
3. The Back to School Bash is scheduled for Wednesday, August 21st from 6PM to 8PM at the school. If you want to volunteer to help out at the Back to School Bash, then visit this signup link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45A9AB28A5FA7-50551485-burleigh#/
4. New Bobcat Orientation for all 6th Grade students and any new BMMS 7th and 8th grade students is Thursday, August 22nd at 1PM.
5. Student schedules will be available starting August 21st at 8AM.
6. If you can spare Kleenex tissues, hand sanitizer and those Clorox/Lysol cleaning wipes, then please send/dropoff/deliver to the school.
7. The celebration of Coffee month is August and Coffee Day is September 29th. Let’s celebrate by sending your favorite Keurig K-cup flavors to the school. The teachers will love this.
8. Enjoy the last weeks of this summer.
Courtesy Announcements
October 25, 2024
Courtesy Message from HC DrugFree: Medication and Sharps Disposal Take Back Day
In partnership with the Howard County Police and the Drug Enforcement Administration, HC DrugFree will host another convenient drive-thru medication and sharps collection on Saturday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Wilde Lake Village Center parking lot (near the CA Swim Center). At these events, we collect unwanted or expired prescription and over-the-counter medication, “sharps” (needles, syringes, EpiPens), pet medications, and more. In April 2024, student and adult volunteers at HC DrugFree’s site collected 1,387.5 lbs. of medication (51 bins) in 4 hours. In addition, we collected 28 bins of sharps.
Courtesy Message from the CLES PTA – Trunk or Treat Family Heritage Event
The CLES PTA is hosting a Trunk-Or-Treat Family Heritage event this Saturday, October 26 from 4PM to 6PM. And they will have two food trucks, 2 Bold Chefs (Mediterranean Food) and Jackson’s Bakery Cupcake Truck!
Courtesy Message from Mt Hebron High School Marching Unit – Trunk or Treat
This is one last reminder that the MTHMU very festive annual Trunk or Treat is on Monday 10/28 from 6-8pm. The fun includes hot chocolate and a costume parade with the Marching Unit! This is a free event and all are welcome!!
Please note: all guests should enter the right hand side (MAIN) parking lot of Mt. Hebron HS, as the left side lot (STUDENT LOT) will be closing at 6pm for safety for the trunk set-up.
September 13, 2024
Courtesy Message from the Mt. Hebron High School Marching Unit
Join us for an evening under the stadium lights where Future Vikings experience a performance of the Mt. Hebron Marching Unit. This is for all Future Viking musicians who will attend Mt Hebron High School. This event is scheduled for Thursday, October 10,, 2024. The parent will need to purchase a football game ticket online on GoFan; and the Future Viking student will get in free simply by stating at the door that they are there for this special night.
September 10, 2024
Courtesy Message from Centennial High School Boosters Club: Golf Tournament
Grab your golf buddies and tee off for a great cause! Join the Centennial High School Boosters Club for its annual Eagle Classic Golf Tournament at Fairway Hills Golf Course on Monday, September 30. The cost of $165 per individual or $600 per foursome includes continental breakfast, catered lunch, beverages and raffles. Sponsorship opportunities start at $150. Check-in starts at 8 a.m. and the shotgun start is at 9 a.m. Secure your foursome and enjoy a fun day on the course by registering here: https://www.centennialboostersonline.com. This is an adult-only event.
Mark Your CALENDAR
All meetings will be held in the BMMS Media Center at 7 pm once a month on Monday evenings.
The PTA will continue to offer the choice of joining all PTA meetings virtually through google meet.
Please see CALENDAR for the dates of the PTA meetings.