Important Upcoming Dates:

Important Upcoming Dates:

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Administration and Guidance

Important Upcoming Dates:

Important Upcoming Dates:

Important Upcoming Dates:

Important Bear Links

Administration and Guidance

From the Desk of Ms. Gore

Greetings BWMS Families,

Thank you for a great sixteenth week of school! I would like to say thank you to parents, students, staff, and community for a great first half of the school year. Teachers and students are doing great things at Black Water Middle School. I am excited for all that we will accomplish during the second semester. This is just a reminder that winter break begins on Monday, December 19th, and ends on Friday, December 30th. Students return to school on Monday, January 2nd. We hope that everyone has a wonderful and relaxing break! We look forward to seeing everyone back in the new year! 

Happy Holidays!

Sincerely,

Principal Gore

~Building Bear Greatness~

Interested in joining our PTO?

If you are interested in joining our PTO, please come out to our meeting on Thursday, December 8th. The meeting will be conducted in the Learning Commons/Media Center at 4:30 pm. In addition, please complete the volunteer form on the HCS website and submit your approval to blackwatermiddlepto@gmail.com

Important Upcoming Dates:

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great thirteenth week of school! On Friday, November 11, Veterans visited our social studies classes and spoke to students about their experiences. In turn, students wrote thank you letters to thank them for their service to our country. Great things are continuing to happen in our classrooms. Teachers are preparing great lessons and students are working hard in the classroom. We are setting high expectations for students within the classroom. If you have questions or concerns regarding your student's academic progress, please reach out to their teacher.

School Wide- Reminders:

• Students are tardy to school after 8:15 am.
• After School Tutoring is on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 until 4:30. Parent Permission slips are required. Transportation is provided if needed.
• Students staying afternoon for clubs must be picked up on time.
• Cell Phones are powered off and put away during instructional time. Students are allowed to use their cell phones during lunch and recess.
• Students are permitted to bring a sealed or empty water bottle to school to refill in our water fountains/water stations. Water bottles with sports tops are not permitted. Glass bottles are also not allowed. This is to ensure the safety of our students

IGP (Individual Goal Conferences) 8th graders:

We are preparing to hold Individual Graduation Plan conferences with all 8^th grade students and their parents.  This is a very important conference in which we discuss your child’s academic and career goals. All conferences will be held via phone, email, or google meets.  We value your input and look forward to hearing from you so that we may address concerns or questions you have as your child transitions to high school.  Counselors will be meeting with students to select some electives and this sheet will be sent home, along with the academic recommendations, for your approval and signature.  Below you will find a link to videos full of important information, as well as a link to all of the secondary programs. Please review these with your student.  Julie Hardwick will work with students whose last names begin A-J, and Shannan Hall will have last names K-Z.

Please email or call 843-903-8440 to set up an appointment (virtual) ASAP.  We are excited to help your student make great choices as they begin their high school journey.

Shannan Hall, shall001@horrycountyschools.net

Julie Hardwick, jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

https://www.horrycountyschools.net/Page/15917 

https://www.horrycountyschools.net/Page/10525

After-School Events/Activities/Sporting Events

After-School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

Thanksgiving Spirit Week- November 14-18

Monday, November 14- Decades Day

Tuesday, November 15-Heritage Day

Wednesday, November 16-Workout Wednesday

Thursday, November 17- Disney Day

Friday, November 18- Flannel Friday

November 14- SIC Meeting- Virtual- 4:45 pm

November 17-Thanksgiving lunch for students- baked chicken, dressing/stuffing, sweet potato souffle, white or chocolate milk

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

November 29- Second Quarter Interims Issued

November 29-December 1- Iready Diagnostic Testing (Winter Cycle)

November 29- First Basketball game vs. FBM at Forestbrook Middle- Girl's game begins at 6:00 pm, and the boys play immediately following the girl's game.

November 30- Jr. Beta Induction- 6:00 pm- in the auditorium

December 6- Basketball game vs. OBM at Ocean Bay Middle- Girl's game begins at 6:00 pm, and the boys play immediately following.

December 6-8- Reading MAP Testing (Winter Testing)

Have a wonderful and Safe Thanksgiving Break!

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

~Building Bear Greatness~

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great twelfth week of school! Many great things are happening in classrooms here at BWMS. Teachers are working hard to plan great lessons and students are doing a great job of taking ownership of their learning. If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s grades or performance in class, please reach out to their teacher. We will have our second Spirit Night at McAlister’s on Thursday, November 10, from 5 pm until 9 pm. Ten percent of the proceeds will come back to BWMS! We appreciate your support!

Stay Connected

There are many ways to stay connected and updated on events that are taking place at BWMS. Social Media and our School Website, provide helpful information daily. PowerSchool is the communication tool to assist in remaining up to date on student grades. Please ensure that you have a working phone number and email address listed in PowerSchool so that teachers and school staff are able to contact you.

Need to Pick Your Child Up Early?

PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY PICKUP ENDS AT 3:00 p.m. Please ensure that any appointments made for your children will work with this 3:00 p.m. daily sign-out. When your student has an appointment or will be leaving early from school, please send a note with your student and have the student bring it to the office first thing in the morning so that school staff are aware that your child will be leaving early. This avoids class interruption. Also, you need a valid picture ID when checking students out.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the front parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided. 

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

 

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

 

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

November 8- Schools Closed-Election Day

November 10-Spirit Night- McAlisters-5:00 pm-9:00pm

November 11- Guest Speakers for Veterans Day

November 14- SIC Meeting- Virtual- 4:45 pm

November 17-Thanksgiving lunch for students

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

November 29- Second Quarter Interims Issued

November 29- First Basketball Game vs. FBM-Away-6:00 pm

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

~Building Bear Greatness~

Greetings BWMS Families!

 Thank you for a great eleventh week of school! We accomplished many great things inside and outside of the classroom last week. We observed Red Ribbon Week and celebrated students who had zero disciplinary referrals during the first quarter. Our football players had a great season. We continue to accomplish great things at BWMS. PAWS/After-School Tutoring continues after school. If you are concerned about your child’s academic progress, please reach out to their teacher(s) to schedule a conference.

Stay Connected

There are many ways to stay connected and updated on events that are taking place at BWMS. Social Media and our School Website provide helpful information daily. PowerSchool is the communication tool to assist in remaining up to date on student grades. Please ensure that you have a working phone number and email address listed in PowerSchool so that teachers and school staff are able to contact you.

Need to Pick Your Child Up Early?

PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY PICKUP ENDS AT 3:00 p.m.Please ensure that any appointments made for your children will work with this 3:00 p.m. daily sign-out. When your student has an appointment or will be leaving early from school, please send a note with your student and have the student bring it to the office first thing in the morning so that school staff is aware that your child will be leaving early. This avoids class interruption. Also, you need a valid picture ID when checking students out. 

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the front parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net 

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

Brandice Gore-Principal-bgore@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

November 2- Parent Meeting-Eighth Grade Field Trip- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

November 3- Lion King Parent Meeting-Auditorium- 6:00 pm

November 3-PTO Meeting in the Learning Commons

November 8- Schools Closed-Election Day

November 10- Spirit Night at McAlisters

November 10- Fall Sports Banquet

November 11- Guest Speakers for Veterans Day

November 14- Jr. Beta Induction- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

November 15- Title I Meeting

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great tenth week of school! There were many great things that took place at BWMS last week. Black Water Continues to accomplish great things. Last week for the first time ever, our dance students attended The All County Theatre Festival and received the Excellence in Dance award. Five of our chorus students were selected for All County Chorus and will perform on January 27th. Additionally, our dance students did an excellent job on Saturday during the Fall Dance Showcase (Pink Moon). We are so proud of our Bears who are continuing to do great things inside and outside of the classroom. This is just a reminder that the second quarter has started. Please continue to check PowerSchool and monitor your student’s academic progress. If you have any questions regarding grades, please contact your child’s teacher(s)

Paws- After-School Tutoring

After School Tutoring began on Tuesday, October 18. PAWS is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 until 4:30. Parent permission forms are available per parent or student request. If you are concerned about your child’s progress and interested in your child participating in tutoring, please contact Ms. Diana Raymond (draymond@horrycountyschools) to obtain a tutoring form. Transportation will be provided. 

Community Event: AAST’s Trunk or Treat Fall Festival will be next Thursday, October 27th, from 5 pm-7 pm.

On November 8, 2022, Horry County Schools will have a referendum question on the election ballot regarding the option to renew a penny sales tax (1%) which was originally approved by the voters in 2008 for capital improvements.

For more information on the upcoming penny sales tax vote, please view

https://www.horrycountyschools.net/penny

Tri-fold educational flyer

Need to Pick Your Child Up Early?

PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY PICKUP ENDS AT 3:00 p.m.Please ensure that any appointments made for your children will work with this 3:00 p.m. daily end to early sign-out. When your student has an appointment or will be leaving early from school, please send a note with your student and have the student bring it to the office first thing in the morning so that school staff is aware that your child will be leaving early. This avoids class interruption. Also, you need a valid picture ID when checking students out.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the front parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

 

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

 8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

 Brandice Gore- Principal- bgore@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

October 27- 8th-grade students will travel to Carolina Forest High School for a tour. Permission forms must be returned to the student's homeroom teacher in order to participate.

October 27, 28, and 31st- Themed Days for Red Ribbon Week- 

October 27- Put a Cap/Hat on drugs- Wear a Hat

October 28- Take a Stand Against Drugs- Wear Red

October 31- Students are permitted to wear costumes to school- NO Masks

November 8- Schools Closed-Election Day

November 11- Guest Speakers for Veterans Day

November 14- Jr. Beta Induction- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great ninth week of school! There were many great things that took place at BWMS last week. Students are continuing to learn and grow! First quarter ends this week, Wednesday, October 19. It is imperative that if you have any questions or concerns regarding your students' grade that you reach out to their teacher(s). Teachers are available by email and by phone.

Paws- After-School Tutoring

After School tutoring will begin on Tuesday, October 18 from 3:30-4:30 pm. Parent permission forms were sent home with students already, but are still available per parent or student request. If you are concerned about your child’s progress and interested in your child participating in tutoring, please contact Ms. Diana Raymond (draymond@horrycountyschools) to obtain a tutoring form. Transportation will be provided. 

Fall Picture Day

Fall Picture order forms were sent home with students last week. If you have any questions regarding school pictures, please call the school.

School Improvement Council

Please use the link below to vote for two parents to serve on our School Improvement Council.

2022-2023 SIC Council Voting

Need to Pick Your Child Up Early?

PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY PICKUP ENDS AT 3:00 p.m.Please ensure that any appointments made for your children will work with this 3:00 p.m. daily end to early sign-out. When your student has an appointment or will be leaving early from school, please send a note with your student and have the student bring it to the office first thing in the morning so that school staff are aware that your child will be leaving early. This avoids class interruption. Also, you need a valid picture ID when checking students out.

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the front parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

 

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

 

Important Upcoming Dates:

October 18- B-Team Football Game vs. North Myrtle Beach- This is also parent night for our eighth grade student-athletes.

October 19- End of the First Quarter

October 22- Dance Showcase- Ticket purchase is available online

October 24- Fall Picture Day

November 8- Schools Closed-Election Day

November 11- Veterans Day Assembly

November 14- Jr. Beta Induction- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

November 21-25- Thanksgiving Break

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great eighth week of school! We had a great week of learning and growing at Black Water Middle School. Many exciting events took place at BWMS last week. Our entire student body enjoyed our Fall Pep Rally, students participated in Spirit /Kindness Week, students took a pledge against bullying, and participated in various anti-bullying activities during homeroom. We are preparing for the end of the first nine weeks. Our first nine weeks of school ends on Wednesday, October 19. It is very important that if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s grades, please contact their teacher(s). Thank you to all of the families who attended our Fall Parent/Teacher Conference night on October 6.

School Improvement Council
Please use the link below to select/nominate three parents to serve on our School Improvement Council.
2022-2023 SIC Nominations

Need to Pick Your Child Up Early?
PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY PICKUP ENDS AT 3:00 p.m.Please ensure that any appointments made for your children will work with this 3:00 p.m. daily end to early sign out. When your student has an appointment or will be leaving early from school, please send a note with your student and have the student bring it to the office first thing in the morning so that school staff are aware that your child will be leaving early. This avoids class interruption. Also, you need a valid picture ID when checking students out.

Paws- After School Tutoring
After School tutoring will begin on Thursday, October 13, from 3:30-4:30 pm. Parent permission forms were sent home with students already, but are still available per parent or student request. If you are concerned about your child’s progress and interested in your child participating in tutoring, please contact Ms. Diana Raymond (draymond@horrycountyschools) to obtain a tutoring form. Transportation will be provided.

Drop Off and Pick Up Locations:
This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the front parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities
After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media
Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.


Who to contact:
Guidance:
All 8th-grade students and 7th-grade boys
Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

All 6th-grade students and 7th-grade girls
Julie Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:
All 6th-grade students and 7th-grade girls
Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

All 8th-grade students and 7th-grade boys
Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

Principal:

Brandice Gore-bgore@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:
October 11- Schools Closed for Students
October 12- PSAT-8th grade only
October 12- B-Team Football Game vs. Aynor at Aynor High School
October 18- B-Team Football Game vs. North Myrtle Beach- This is also parent night for our eighth grade student-athletes.
October 19- End of the First Quarter
October 24- Fall Picture Day
November 8- Schools Closed-Election Day

Sincerely,
Brandice Gore, Principal

Greetings BWMS Families!

Thank you for a great seventh week of school! We ended the week with an e-Learning day. Thank you parents, for assisting us in making our e-Learning day a success for students. We appreciate you! We are excited for another great week of learning here at BWMS. 

Parent Teacher Conferences/Title I Parent Meeting

Our October Title One Parent Meeting will begin at 4:30 pm in the auditorium. Parent teacher conferences will begin directly following our Title I Meeting (5:00 pm). Parents you will have the opportunity to drop in to speak with your child’s teachers regarding their grades and progress during the first quarter. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, October 6.

Paws- After School Tutoring

After School tutoring will begin on Thursday, October 13 from 3:30-4:30. Parent permission forms will be sent home with students last week. If you are concerned about your child’s progress and interested in your child participating in tutoring, please complete the form. Transportation will be provided.  

Spirit Week

Spirit Week is off to a great start. We love seeing our students participate in school wide celebrations! Spirit Days for the remainder of the week are included below:

Tuesday, October 4- School Colors Day (Wear Red and Black)

Wednesday, October 5- Wacky Hat or Crazy Socks Day 

Thursday, October 6- Blue Day

Friday, October 7- Hero Day (Dress like a superhero or wear a super hero t-shirt.) 

Drop Off and Pick Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Students should not be dropped off in the parking lot. Parents should not pull into the parking lot during afternoon dismissal and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. Students should not be dropped off outside prior to 7:30 am. Students should be picked up from school no later than 3:45 pm.

After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Jule Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net 

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

 Brandice Gore- Principal

bgore@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

October 4- B-Team Football Game vs. Whittimore Park at Carolina Forest High School-Student Pep Rally in the gym

October 6-Title I Parent Night- 4:30 pm in the auditorium

October 6- Parent/Teacher Conference Night- 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

October 3-6- Spirit Week and Kindness Week

October 7- The ROAR Talent Show- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students

October 12- PSAT-8th grade only

October 12- B-Team Football Game vs. Aynor at Aynor High School

October 18- B-Team Football Game vs. North Myrtle Beach- This is also parent night for our eighth grade student-athletes.

October 19- End of the First Quarter

October 24- Fall Picture Day

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

Greetings BWMS Families!

We had a great sixth week of learning at Black Water Middle school! Students are continuing to work hard inside and outside of the classrooms. Many clubs met for the first time last week and will continue to meet throughout the school year. Our teachers and staff continue to do amazing things with students each and every day. We are very proud of the work that we are doing as a school community. 

The first quarter ends on Thursday, October 19. It is very important that if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child's grades that you communicate with your child’s teachers. We will also host parent-teacher conferences on Thursday, October 6. This is another great opportunity for you to ask questions about grades. If you have not done so already, please make sure that you check your PowerSchool parent account to ensure that you have access. The PowerSchool parent portal provides you with a "live" look at your child’s grades and attendance.

Paws- After School Tutoring

After School tutoring will begin on Thursday, October 13 from 3:30-4:30. Parent permission forms will be sent home with students this week. If you are concerned about your child’s progress and interested in your child participating in tutoring, please complete the form. Transportation will be provided. 

Spirit Week

We continuously look for ways to show our school pride and spirit, while also getting our students involved in school-wide events. Next week we will have a spirit week as a way to support/celebrate Kindness Week as well as support our athletes in their first home game of the season. Our spirit days are detailed below:

Monday, October 3- Jersey Day

Tuesday, October 4- School Colors Day

Wednesday, October 5- Wacky Hat or Crazy Socks Day

Thursday, October 6- Blue Day

Friday, October 7- Hero Day

Drop Off and Pick Up Locations:

This is just a reminder that ALL students should be dropped off and picked up using the front car rider loop. Parents should not pull into the parking lot and request that students walk across moving traffic. This is a safety hazard and we want to ensure that all students are safe at all times. 

 After-School Events/Activities

After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is imperative that students abide by BWMS and HCS rules during after-school activities. Students should be accompanied by an adult when attending after-school sporting events. Students will also need transportation for after-school club activities as transportation is not provided.

 Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys:

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls:

Jule Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

Administration:

Assistant Principal-6th-grade and 7th-grade girls:

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

Assistant Principal-8th-grade and 7th-grade boys:

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

Important Upcoming Dates:

September 27-B-Team Football Game vs. Conway Middle at Conway High School

October 4- B-Team Football Game vs. Whittimore Park at Carolina Forest High School-Student Pep Rally in the gym

October 6- Parent/Teacher Conference Night- 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

October 3-6- Spirit Week and Kindness Week

October 7- The ROAR Talent Show- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students

October 12- PSAT-8th grade only

October 12- B-Team Football Game vs. Aynor at Aynor High School

October 19- End of the First Quarter

October 24- Fall Picture Day

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

Greetings BWMS Families!

We had a great fifth week of school! Students engaged in and learned new content in all of their core academic classes. Interim reports were made available to parents through the PowerSchool Parent Portal on Friday, September 16. Parents, please ensure that you review grades and attendance with your child. We thank McAlister’s Deli on 544 for a great spirit night. It was awesome to see so many families come out to support BWMS! We look forward to seeing you during our next spirit night at McAlister's on Thursday, November 10, 2022.

Attendance Notes:

This is just a reminder that students should turn in all medical excuses to the front office. This should be done during Den/Homeroom on the morning that students return to school. Attendance will be updated upon receipt of the note.

 Student Data

Please note that your child’s most recent MAP and Iready scores were emailed to you. If you have a question about your student’s results or performance, please contact their teacher.

Social Media

Social Media has a wide range of impacts on the way in which we communicate and express our thoughts and opinions. When used appropriately, there are many benefits for us both as individuals and as a community as we explore the many ways that social media allows us to exhibit positive things. Unfortunately, we know through experience that social media can also be used as a means to hurt others. Please work with your child to discuss making positive decisions when using social media. In some instances, inappropriate behavior on social media can ultimately lead to school-level disciplinary consequences being issued.

Who to contact:

Guidance:

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys:

Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls:

Jule Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net

 Administration:

6th-grade and 7th-grade girls:

Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net

8th-grade and 7th-grade boys:

Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net

 Important Upcoming Dates:

September 20- B-Team Football Game vs. Loris Middle at Loris High School

September 27-B-Team Football Game vs. Conway Middle at Conway High School

October 4- B-Team Football Game vs. Whittimore Park at Carolina Forest High School-Student Pep Rally in the gym

October 6- Parent/Teacher Conference Night- 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

October 3-6- Spirit Week and Kindness Week

October 7- The ROAR Talent Show- 6:00 pm in the auditorium

October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students

October 12- PSAT-8th grade only

October 19- End of the First Quarter

Sincerely,

Brandice Gore, Principal

~Building Bear Greatness~