Panther Tails
A Newsletter from Bel Air Middle School - February 16, 2024
BAMS Students Earn Rewards on PBIS Reward Day!
On February 15, Students participated in their first BAMS PBIS Reward Day!! They were able to choose an activity of their choice based on the number of Sand Dollars they earned during the 1st two quarters of school. Students worked extremely hard on earning Sand Dollars by exhibiting P.R.I.D.E. (Positivity, Resilience, Integrity, Determination & Equity). We are looking forward to our Spring Reward Day and hoping incorporate some outside activities for our students.
A Reminnder From Our Health Suite
Our Health Suite would like to remind parents that if you have a current 6th grader, they will need the Tdap and MCV vaccines to enter 7th grade. Please make an appointment with your pediatrician for these important immunizations. If you have any questions, please contact the school at 410-638-4140 and ask for the Health Suite.
March 6 is Spread The Word Inclusion Day
BAMS Panther Pals will be Spreading the Word: Inclusion. If you would like to join you can:
- Make a pledge- We will have pledge cards for staff and students in our front lobby from February 27th- March 5th. You can come by to fill out a pledge card, sharing how you will take action to make an inclusive atmosphere. When you pledge, you will receive a Spread the Word: Inclusion "I pledged" sticker. When you pledge, you will be entered into a raffle to win a prize!
- Wear blue on March 6th
Spread the Word is founded on the belief that the world would be better if all people were valued, respected, embraced, included. Included in the games we play and the friends we make. Included in our schools, our workplaces, and our communities.
HCPS County-wide Performing Arts Festivals are Just Around The Corner
The 8th Grade students in Band, Chorus, and Orchestra will be traveling to Havre de Grace High School in March to perform in the HCPS Assessment Festivals. This event occurs during the school day. Students will be transported by bus from BAMS to Havre de Grace and back. Permission slips and more information will be coming out soon from each ensemble's director.
The Orchestra will attend/perform on Monday, March 18th.
The Chorus will attend/perform on Tuesday, March 19th.
The Band will attend/perform on Wednesday, March 20th.
8th Grade Field Trip Announced
Permission slips were sent home on Monday, February 12th with students. Team 8 Green is attending on April 9th and Team 8 Blue is attending on April 11th. Students need to return the permission slip to their homeroom teacher AFTER parents/guardians have paid the $25 on School cash online.
Chaperones will be chosen and notified by mid-March. Chaperones are required to ride the bus to and from BAMS and will have a group of 5-6 students they are responsible for the entire day. Each team will take 30-40 chaperones on the trip.
The trip will leave at 8:30 am and return around 4:00pm. Students will need to be picked up from school that day if they are attending the trip.
Extra, Extra - Read All About It!
The 1st edition of the 2023-2024 Panther Print is online and ready for you to enjoy!
This newsletter has very interesting articles such as an informative look at how life in the 50’s compares to today, a tasty review of a new cookie joint in town, a fun recap of the 2023 BAMS Turkey Trot, an in-depth article that sports fans will love, and two exciting interviews with our newest staff additions: Mrs. Charlier and Mr. Feyer. There is also an entertaining winter crossword puzzle to complete!
Just use the link below to access the online Panther Print newsletter today and enjoy reading all the interesting articles created by you for you!
Looking for Access to You Child's Canvas Pages?
Here are some step by step directions:
Step 1: Get pairing code from child's account
- select account on the top left (blue links)
- a new page will open , on the far right, select "pair with observer"
- a code will pop up
Step 2: Download the Parent Canvas app (blue and white)
-Search for Harford County Public schools
-Select Parent/Guardian account
-Create parent account with personal email (NO HCPS emails allowed)
-Add pairing code (from your student's Canvas page)
-to add additional student(s), click under student name at top of the app and click add student, then select pairing code on pop up then enter additional NEW pairing code.