BIDDEFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSLETTER

I hope this newsletter finds you safe, happy, and healthy.

As you know, our First semester has now come to a close. JumpRope Reports were sent home with ALL students at the end of last week. Please contact the school if you have not received this report from your child. We have also completed our Winter NWEA test, have started a new round of Math and Reading classes, and have transitioned all of our students into their new Unified Arts classes.

The past few weeks have been busy as we have finished the first session of our winter sports season. The second session has now begun with students beginning their wrestling and indoor track seasons. All of our sign-ups and registrations go through familyid.com.

Please communicate with Karl Labreux (klabreux@biddefordschools.me) with any questions.

We encourage ALL families to stay connected to their Tiger Time teachers and to let us know if there is anything that we can do to support you here at BMS.

Be safe and healthy,

Mr. Scott Descoteaux

Principal - Biddeford Middle School

Our STEM 7th graders participated in the traditional Science Fair. They researched specific scientific principles and formulated their "testable question". They created an experiment to test their hypothesis while being very mindful of the variables inherent in their design. After creating a presentation board, they were fortunate to share their findings with 5th, 6th, and 7th graders here at BMS.

Our STEM 8th graders participated in the Henry Ford Innovation Center's "Invention Convention". They engaged in a deep dive into patents, inventing, and the design process. They created an invention that adds to an existing product or an entirely new design. Each one did extensive work in the research and design processes. They also were able to share their Inventions with the students here at BMS.

Teams Acadia and Baxter went to West Brook Skating Rink on February 2nd. It was a wonderful day for all. For some, this was their first time ever skating. Students were encouraged to skate and learn about places in their community that are available to them. It was nice to see these students get to be kids and help each other learn to skate. Many of our students exhibited Tiger Pride by persevering through this experience. The team teachers ran the snack bar to raise funds for West Brook Skating Rink. Mother nature approved of this trip, giving us a beautiful 40-degree day.

Doors Open/Arrival: 8:20AM

Late Bell/Tardy: 8:30AM

Dismissal: 2:45PM - 2:50PM

Early Release Dismissal: 12:50PM

• February 14 - 18 Show Your Love Spirit Week
• February 21 - 25 - Winter School Vacation Week
• March 1 - Return to School
• March 2 - Early Release Day (12:50 pm)

Monday, February 14 - SHOW YOUR LOVE - Wear Pink / Red

Tuesday, February 15 - SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR SPORTS - Wear Your Favorite Sports Clothes

Wednesday, February 16 - SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR COMFORT - Wear Comfy Clothes

Thursday, February 17 - SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR YOUR FAVORITE BAND - Wear your favorite

band/group shirt or dress up like your favorite musician/group.

Thursday, February 18 - SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR YOUR SCHOOL - Black and Orange Friday

Vision and Hearing Screenings will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the months of February and March.

Our district has also been fortunate to receive some grant funding to assist those in need. If your child is in need of warm winter gear, please reach out to a member of our student services team.

Perrin Gordon - pgordon@biddefordschools.me

Kristin Carlson - kcarlson@biddefordschools.me

Marleah Bronder - mbronder@biddefordschools.me

Lydia Martzial - lmartzial@biddefordschools.me

During February, our schools promote literacy through the ReadtoME Challenge so be sure to read to/with a child for at least 15 minutes. Snap a photo or short video (15-30 seconds) and post with your challenge to others to read aloud for 15 minutes to a child they know. Use hashtags #ReadtoME or #ReadaloudME and tag others.

York County Emergency Management, Biddeford Emergency Management, and the Maine CDC have teamed up to create a drive-thru COVID testing location at Five Points Shopping Center (420 Alfred Street) in Biddeford. The testing location is open Monday – Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM. This testing site will provide saliva-based PCR COVID testing. To book an appointment, visit https://shieldt3portal.pointnclick.com and sign up for an account (reference the agency code “BiddefordComm”). Please see the below graphics for full instructions.

Supported by APEX Youth Connection

Scott Descoteaux, Principal

Email: sdescoteaux@biddefordschools.me
Website: https://biddefordme.sites.thrillshare.com/o/bms
Location: 25 Tiger Drive, Biddeford, ME, USA
Phone: (207) 284-6400
Facebook: facebook.com/ourschool