Friday, November 1, 2019

Cool Kids of the Week!

Check out this week's cool kids decked out in their shades!


Robotics Team

The following students were selected for the robotics team. Any 8th grader who wanted to join was automatically accepted and I randomly picked from the other students who said they wanted to go to the competitions. The first competition is in Revere on Saturday, December 7th.

These are the students who were selected (I will send a paper home with them next week). Please let me know if that will not work for you so I can potentially pick other students - they can still be in robotics and work on the challenges - they just won't officially compete. They will need to be driven to and from the competition on Saturday, December 7th.

Liam Donnelly (8th)
James Burke (8th)
Joseph Lacirigrnola (8th)
Ryan Whiting (8th)
John Ruston (8th)
Jordan Lacifigrila (6th)
Kaleb Kaplan (7th)
Mateo Ibanez (5th)
Tynan Thornell (5th)
Gabe Paguyo (6th)

Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser

The PTO is excited to bring a brand new opportunity to BMS! "Nothing Bundt Cakes" is partnering with us to deliver the most delicious cakes for sale for the Thanksgiving Holiday! Please keep an eye out for the order form to come home in your student's backpack. All orders are due on November 18th. Please reach out to Kristin Guanci kmguanci@yahoo.com with any questions.

No School Tuesday 11/5

There is no school for students on Tuesday, November 5 for Election Day and Staff Development.

Please mark your calendar for these upcoming no-school days:
  • Monday, November 11 - Veterans' Day
  • Thursday, November 28 & Friday November 29 - Thanksgiving Break
  • Friday, December 13 - Staff Development Day
The following days will have early dismissal. There is no late bus on these days and lunch is not served:
  • Wednesday, November 27 - Students dismissed at 1:00pm (day before Thanksgiving)
  • Thursday, December 12 - Students dismissed at 12:15. Parent Afternoon Back starts 1pm.
See the 2019-2020 schedule here.

Honors Choir

Honor's choir rehearsals are next Monday and Wednesday 3-4pm in room152.

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Gr 8 - Register Now for Year-End Boston Trip

Dear 8th Grade Parents/Guardians,

Your 8th grader is invited to attend the annual Grade 8 trip to Boston. A full packet of information will be sent home with your child, but we are asking

When & How To Register
In order to GUARANTEE your child’s spot on this trip, please register by FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8th. You can register any time by using our Online Portal:https://portal.jumpstreet.com/Tour

Tour Code: TDVW62V

This online portal allows you to register your student, inform the tour guides about any allergies or other medical needs, make payments using a credit card, and even invite friends or family to support your student by making a financial contribution.

If you need help with the registration process, please contact Mrs. Erica Pasquarelli at 978-921-6103 x24360 or Ms. Jamie Norton x 24460.

Cost &What It Includes
The $210 price includes all transportation, full breakfast, guided tour of Fenway Park, admission to Blue Man Group, dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe, and a private Duck Boat Tour.

Our students will get to know the city of Boston by foot, by bus and by boat! They will be energized and entertained by one of the most critically acclaimed theatrical presentations in the country, dine in style at the Hard Rock CafĂ©, and enjoy the hit of last year’s trip - a behind-the-scenes tour of Fenway Park! This is an event not to be missed!

Price Reduced Due to Fundraising
The total price is discounted thanks to the previous success of the Direct Donation Drive, Cash Calendar Sales, and other fundraising efforts. We need your continued support! Be sure to join us for this year’s Staff vs. Student Basketball Game in 2020. All proceeds go to the Boston Trip scholarship fund.

Gr 8 - BHS Open House Next Week

Beverly High School is holding an open house for 8th grade students and their parents/guardians on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Learn about academics, athletics, Jr. ROTC, clubs and more.

 The program begins with a presentation in the auditorium at 6:30 followed by an academic department/activities fair.

See this flyer for more information.

Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser

The PTO is excited to bring a brand new opportunity to BMS! "Nothing Bundt Cakes" is partnering with us to deliver the most delicious cakes for sale for the Thanksgiving Holiday! Please keep an eye out for the order form to come home in your student's backpack.

All orders are due on November 18th. Please reach out to Kristin Guanci kmguanci@yahoo.com with any questions.

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Cross-Country Champs!

I am pleased to announce that the Beverly Middle School XC Team, for the second time in three years, are NEC League Champion! 

The boys were the runners-up in an extremely competitive field, and the girls took first place. Overall we were by far the best team in the league. 

We are so proud of all of our runners who have worked so hard to improve this year, including both those at the NECs and everyone else during the regular season. Everyone contributed something to this team and contributed to our successful season. 

Thank you to all the parents who have pitched in your support in our home meets, stay tuned for pizza party plans!

100+ Items in Lost & Found

There are currently 98 items on hangers and other loose items in the lost and found.

Please remember that we are donating things to charity once they have been in the lost and found for a month or more.

Urge your child to carefully check the lost and found if they are missing any items. 

Field Hockey

Congratulations to the field hockey team for finishing their season strong yesterday vs. Swampscott. 

Please remember to wash and then return your uniforms Monday after school in the third floor cafeteria. As always, any questions please see Coach McGrath in room 444.

No Costumes, Please!

At BMS, we do not permit students to wear costumes on Halloween. This includes face paint, face masks, hats, onesies, etc. Students who want to celebrate are welcome to wear black and orange, or Halloween-themed clothing.

Cross Country NEC Meet

Attention ALL cross country runners (both black and orange team members) attending today's NEC meet, please report to the 1st floor cafeteria after school to wait for buses.

Flag Football

Wednesday, October 30th Games:
  • Miami vs. Ohio St.
  • Alabama vs. LSU
See. you on the turf at 3:05!

Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Picture Day Tomorrow

Picture Day is coming! - You should have received packets that were passed out to students. The good news is, even if they forgot to bring it home, the easiest way to order school pictures is online at mylifetouch.com. Make sure to order before Picture Day Wednesday, October 30.

Beverly Middle School
Picture Day is Wednesday, October 30
Picture Day ID: MV509255Q0

ORDER NOW - this link has the picture day ID embedded.

Special offer - new this year – families who place their order on mylifetouch.com will receive a free gift with purchase from Shutterfly. PLUS, if you order a Shutterfly eligible picture package, you will receive digital copies of their images on Shutterfly where you can preserve your digital collection using Shutterfly’s unlimited free storage.

Special reminder - if your child has a physical activity class tomorrow (PE, Body Fitness part of Mind and Body Fitness) please  have them bring a change of clothes if what they wear for their photo is not appropriate for full participation in such a class.

Orange Team XC - Practice Cancelled

Attention Orange Team Cross Country runners today's practice has been cancelled due to the weather and the condition of the back field. Please rest up and take care of yourself tonight and we will see you tomorrow.

Any questions please see Coach Sherman or Coach Sutera!

Flag Football Games Today Postponed

Today's Flag Football games of Auburn and Georgia, and Packers vs. Chiefs have been postponed due to weather and grass field conditions. These games will now be played on Thursday, November 14th! Thank you!

Gr 8 - BHS Open House 11/7

Beverly High School is holding an open house for 8th grade students and their parents/guardians on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Learn about academics, athletics, Jr. ROTC, clubs and more.

 The program begins with a presentation in the auditorium at 6:30 followed by an academic department/activities fair.

See this flyer for more information.

Library Closed After School

The library is closed after school on Tuesday. Ms. Woznick will be out of the building.

No Costumes on Halloween

At BMS, we do not permit students to wear costumes on Halloween. This includes face paint, face masks, hats, onesies, etc. Students who want to celebrate are welcome to wear black and orange, or Halloween-themed clothing.

Public LIbrary Pizza Book Club Meets 11/12

The Pizza Book Club is reading Cloud and Wallfish by Anne Nesbet this fall. Read a great book, discuss it, and eat free Pizza! Pizza Book Club will meet on Tuesday, November 12 from 3:45-4:45 and is open to teens in grades 6-12, but is especially good for middle school. (BMS students: Ask your teacher if Pizza Book Club can fulfill your independent reading requirement.) 

See this flyer for more information about the book and Pizza Book Club. You can pick up a copy at the circulation desk on the 2nd floor of the public library. This event requires registration.

Gr 8 Travel Opportunity - Parent Meeting Tonight

Attention all 8th grade students & parents! Are you interested in travel and learning about Puerto Rican culture? Come to our informational parent meeting on Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30 pm in the room 115  (first maker space on first floor)  to hear about this exciting new opportunity for students to travel to Puerto Rico during April vacation 2020. Please contact Allison Nichols (anichols@beverlyschools.org) or Lydia Ames (lames@beverlyschools.org) with any questions.


Monday, October 28, 2019

Gr 8 - Year-End Boston Trip

Dear 8th Grade Parents/Guardians,

Your 8th grader is invited to attend the annual Grade 8 trip to Boston. A full packet of information will be sent home with your child, but we are asking 

When & How To Register
In order to GUARANTEE your child’s spot on this trip, please register by FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8th. You can register any time by using our Online Portal:https://portal.jumpstreet.com/Tour

Tour Code: TDVW62V

This online portal allows you to register your student, inform the tour guides about any allergies or other medical needs, make payments using a credit card, and even invite friends or family to support your student by making a financial contribution.

If you need help with the registration process, please contact Mrs. Erica Pasquarelli at 978-921-6103 x24360 or Ms. Jamie Norton x 24460.

Cost &What It Includes
The $210 price includes all transportation, full breakfast, guided tour of Fenway Park, admission to Blue Man Group, dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe, and a private Duck Boat Tour.

Our students will get to know the city of Boston by foot, by bus and by boat! They will be energized and entertained by one of the most critically acclaimed theatrical presentations in the country, dine in style at the Hard Rock CafĂ©, and enjoy the hit of last year’s trip - a behind-the-scenes tour of Fenway Park! This is an event not to be missed!

Price Reduced Due to Fundraising
The total price is discounted thanks to the previous success of the Direct Donation Drive, Cash Calendar Sales, and other fundraising efforts. We need your continued support! Be sure to join us for this year’s Staff vs. Student Basketball Game in 2020. All proceeds go to the Boston Trip scholarship fund.

Cool Kids of the Week

4 more Cool Kids have earned their BMS shades!


Robotics Club

Robotics Club will meet after school tomorrow (Tues.) in room 316 from 3:00-3:45.

No Costumes on Halloween

At BMS, we do not permit students to wear costumes on Halloween. This includes face paint, face masks, hats, onesies, etc. Students who want to celebrate are welcome to wear black and orange, or Halloween-themed clothing.

Parent Info Meeting Tomorrow - Trip to Puerto Rico

Attention all 8th grade students & parents! Are you interested in travel and learning about Puerto Rican culture? Come to our informational parent meeting on Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30 pm in room 115  (first maker space on first floor)  to hear about this exciting new opportunity for students to travel to Puerto Rico during April vacation 2020. Please contact Allison Nichols (anichols@beverlyschools.org) or Lydia Ames (lames@beverlyschools.org) with any questions.


Black Team Cross-Country

Attention black team XC members: today's practice will be held only for team members who have signed up for the NEC championship meet on Wednesday.

Honors Choir

Honors choir rehearsal is cancelled today (Monday)

Picture Day on Wednesday 10/30

Picture Day is coming! - You should have received packets that were passed out to students. The good news is, even if they forgot to bring it home, the easiest way to order school pictures is online at mylifetouch.com. Make sure to order before Picture Day Wednesday, October 30.

Beverly Middle School
Picture Day is Wednesday, October 30
Picture Day ID: MV509255Q0

ORDER NOW - this link has the picture day ID embedded.

Special offer - new this year – families who place their order on mylifetouch.com will receive a free gift with purchase from Shutterfly. PLUS, if you order a Shutterfly eligible picture package, you will receive digital copies of their images on Shutterfly where you can preserve your digital collection using Shutterfly’s unlimited free storage.