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Last Day of School 2024-2025


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The 2nd edition of the 2024-2025 Panther Print is online and ready for you to enjoy! 

This newsletter features interview with our new principal, Ms. Silk, and three new staff members (Mrs. Cellitto, Mrs. Henfey, and Ms. Kellagher), plus a look at extracurricular clubs. You'll also find a Tai Chi restaurant review, history articles, a 2024-2025 recap, summer activity suggestions with a fun word search, and a candid take on BAMS cafeteria food. 

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! 


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A special shout out to ALL the 2024-2025 Newsletter Club Members!  Your hard work has truly paid off, and it shows in the Panther Print! Bravo! 

Happy Reading! 😊

Newsletters / 2021-2022 Newsletters



Maryland Immunization Requirements


Maryland immunization requirements will impact your student in the school year 2025-2026.

All students entering 7th grade must have had one Tdap vaccination and one Meningococcal vaccination.

You should work with your child’s doctor to get his/her immunization record documenting these vaccines or receive the required vaccinations if needed. Please email, fax, or mail a copy of your child's updated immunization record documenting the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines.

According to Maryland School Immunization Regulations (COMAR 10.06.04), to be allowed in school, students must be immunized according to the Maryland Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule. A child has up to 20 days from the start of school to show proof of vaccinations. Your child may not be allowed in school without these vaccinations.

Vaccines Flyer English

Vaccines Flyer Spanish

If you have questions about immunizations that are required for school, please call your child’s health care provider or the school nurse.If you have recently provided new immunization documentation to your school nurse, kindly disregard this letter.

Sincerely,

Mary Nasuta, RN, MS, NCSN

Supervisor of Health Services

 

Bel Air MS Nurse's Contact information

Michelle Taylor

[email protected]

Wendy Kraus

[email protected]

410-638-4140

410-809-6227
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Virtual Art Show

Click on the links below to access the 4th quarter virtual art show for grades 6-8. 

Great job artists!  Enjoy!

Mrs. Byrne and Mrs. Hansrote

QT 4 Art Show 8th Grade

QT 4 Art Show 7th Grade

QT 4 Art Show 6th Grade

Virtual Art Show 2022 - YouTube



2025 C5ISR Center Math & Science Summer Camp

The 2025 C5ISR Center Math & Science Summer Camp is a unique program designed to inspire and educate students in the fields of math and science. The application process will open on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Please note that seats fill up quickly, often within the first day, so parents/guardians should be sure to apply early to secure their child's spot.

Important Details:

  • Application opens: Monday, February 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.
  • Application process: First Come – First Served basis, with placement preference given to children of current military members
  • Camp location: Harford Glen Environmental Center, Bel Air
  • Themes and dates:
    • Rising 5th & 6th Grade: Flight and Rocketry (July 21 – July 25)
    • Rising 7th & 8th Grade: STEM in Pop Culture (July 28 – August 1)
    • Rising 9th & 10th Grade: Natural Disasters (August 4 – August 8)

For more information about the application process and details about the various themes, please visit: https://c5isrcenter.devcom.army.mil/k12/.

   summer camp


IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION

If you are wanting to enroll your child to Bel Air Middle School, please send a message to our Administrative Support Technician for counseling at the following email address. 

[email protected]

Registration


Visting Bel Air Middle School

A new Visitor Sign-In system was installed over the summer in the Main Office. When visiting the school, visitors MUST have their Driver's License or identification with them in order to be signed in when entering the Main Office. Thank you for your attention to this procedure.




HCPS Offers Student Accident Insurance



Click HERE to access Bob McCloskey Insurance website. 

Maryland Children's Health Insurance

Click HERE to access the Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program Informational Flyer.


 

Join the Bel Air Middle School PTA!

Become a member and help support our school community. Our membership drive will be online this year. Click the link below to join!

https://bams-pta.memberhub.com/store

PTA / PTA (Parent Teacher Association)


Parent Engagement Survey 2024-2025

The Office of Communications and Family Outreach is seeking feedback from families to evaluate our work each school year to learn how we can improve customer service for our parents. Please complete the survey using the link below. 

Click HERE to access the Parent Engagement Survey.

Parent Engagement Survey 2024-2025


The Bel Air Rec and CTE Teachers of BAMS are hosting a CTE Summer Intensive Program

Presented by: Mrs. Castellano, Mrs. Orsini, and Mrs. Podgorski

CTE Summer Intensive Program Flyer

Click HERE to register for the CTE Summer Intensive Program.



The Bel Air Rec and Drama Teachers of BAMS are hosting an Encore Drama Summer Intensive Program

Presented by: Mrs. Smith and Ms.Shirk

Drama Summer Encore Program Flyer

Click HERE to register for the Encore Drama Summer Intensive Program.



HCPS Portable Communication Device Policy

In March 2024, the HCPS Board of Education voted the Portable Communication Device as policy. Each school level has some differences based on the maturity and need of the students it serves. At the middle school level, students may possess cell phones, but it must be deactivated and placed in their locker during the regular school day. Other devices, like Smartwatches, can be worn, but communication access must be disabled. Below is a one pager explaining the options for middle and high school students. You may click on the picture below to be directed to the Board Policy.

Click HERE to view the updated Cell Phone Policy for Harford County Public Schools.

Please take a moment to watch this short video explaining why this policy is so important.



Click the HERE to enlarge the photo.

Portable Communication Device Image



Coaching for Parents





Parent Academy

Click HERE to access the Parent Academy webpage on the hcps.org website. 

Parent Guidance Mental Health Series Flyer



Student Drop Off and Pick Up Information

Students may enter BAMS starting at 7:45 a.m. Buses will begin unloading from the circle in front of the school at that time. If you wish to drop your child off, you may do so between 7:45 and 8:00 a.m. from either the upper parking lot by the tennis courts or the lower parking lot closest to Homestead/Wakefield.


Cars cannot enter the bus loop until all buses have arrived and unloaded.

At the end of the school day, buses will begin pulling out at approximately 2:55 p.m. Once the buses pull out, cars will be able to pull down into the bus loop for parent pickup.


If your child won’t be able to arrive in homeroom by 8:05 a.m., please have them stop by the main office to sign in. Signing in will prevent them from being marked absent.

 Drop Off and Pick Up Reminders



Excused Absence

REMINDER- please make sure if you are requesting an excused absence for vacation to please make sure it is put in writing at least 10 days in advance of the trip to Dr. Wickman.  We cannot approve the vacation if a note is sent in after it has already occurred. 


Learn with Me

Harford County Public Schools is excited to announce Learn with Me opportunities this school year. Learn with Me will replace American Education week this year. Instead of just one week, or the traditional American Education Week, “Learn with Me” opportunities are designed for families to become a part of the teaching and learning experience. Through these experiences, we will showcase the great work done by our teachers and the amazing accomplishments of our students.

*6th Grade Panther Prep
*Open House
*6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Back-to-School Nights
*Turkey Trot
*Panther Prowl
*Honors Breakfasts
*Quarter Conferences
*Wellness Fair
*Performance Groups Concerts
*Musical
*Talent Show
*Art Show
*Family Night Event
*PTA Sponsored Events
*Evening of Music and Art
*MS Athletics - Basketball/Soccer Games
*Parent Positivity - end of year messages

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