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Black Water Weekly Updates
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Weekly Update- September 19-23
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~
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Weekly Update- Sept 12, 2022
Greetings BWMS Families!
We had a great fourth week of school. Students engaged in rigorous academic activities while engaging in rich academic conversations with their peers and with teachers. Please note that the first quarter interim ends on Thursday, September 15. It is very important that if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s grades that you reach out to your child’s teacher. First quarter interim reports will be available through the parent portal on Friday, September 16. If you have not set up your PowerSchool Parent Portal account, I encourage you to do so. PowerSchool is the resource that will provide you with information regarding your child’s grades and attendance in real-time. If you have any questions regarding how to access the PowerSchool Parent Portal, please reach out to our Data Quality Clerk.
Spirit Night
We are very fortunate to have established McAlister’s as a business partner. Please go out to McAlisters on 544 this Thursday, September 15 to enjoy a meal. 10% of proceeds earned from 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm will go back to Black Water Middle School. The address for McAlister’s is 1194 SC Hwy 544 Suite 1, Conway, SC 29526. We look forward to seeing you there!
After School Events/Activities
After School activities are a great way for students to remain involved and enhance their middle school experience. It is very important 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 this 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 graders and 7th-grade boys
Shannan Hall-shall001@horrycountyschools.net
All 6th-graders and 7th-grade girls
Jule Hardwick-jhardwick@horrycountyschools.net
Administration:
All 6th-graders and 7th-grade girls
Sara Smith-ssmith005@horrycountyschools.net
All 8th-graders and 7th-grade boys
Spencer Gaither-sgaither@horrycountyschools.net
Important Upcoming Dates:
September 13- B-Team Football game-BWMS vs. TOMS- 5:30 pm at CFHS football field
September 16- Interim Reports Available via PS Parent Portal
October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students
October 19- End of the First Quarter
Sincerely,
Brandice Gore, Principal -
Weekly Update- Sept 5, 2022
Greetings BWMS Families!
We had a great third week of school! Students engaged in meaningful and relevant activities/lessons in their classes, while also continuing to form great relationships with their peers and teachers. We look forward to a great fourth week of school in Bear Country
Academic and Behavioral Expectations:
- It is important that our students follow BWMS and HCS rules, policies and procedures.
- School rules apply during our after school activities/sporting events. Students are expected to be picked up from football games no later than 7:30.
- Check PowerSchool regularly for the most up to date information regarding your students’ academic progress.
- Excessive absences, tardies, and/or early dismissals can negatively impact your child’s grades. It is the student’s responsibility to request missing work when they return to school after being absent.
Interested in joining our BWMS PTO?
- Please log onto the HCS website to complete the volunteer form.
- Email your volunteer approval to blackwatermiddlepto@gmail.com
GT Referral:
Any parent that wishes to refer a student for placement in the gifted and talented program should complete the GT Parent referral form.GT Referral Form
Lunch Payments:
My Payments Plus- Use My Payments Plus to add funds to your child’s lunch account. Follow the directions when opening the link.
Interested in joining a club?
BWMS Clubs- clubs meet after school. Students must have a ride to participate.
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 7- B-Team Football game- BWMS vs. OBM- 6:00 pm at CFHS football field
September 13- B-Team Football game-BWMS vs. TOMS- 5:30 pm at CFHS football field
September 16- Interim Reports Available
October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students
October 19- End of the First Quarter
Sincerely,
Brandice Gore, Principal
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Weekly Update- August 29, 2022
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Greetings BWMS Families!
We had a great second week of school! Students completed their Reading MAP tests and engaged in content in all core content areas. We are excited to begin week three here in Bear Country!
BWMS PTO:
Black Water Middle School is working to reestablish our PTO and we need volunteers. An email was sent to parents who indicated that they are interested in participating and supporting our PTO. If you are interested please use this link https://www.horrycountyschools.net/Page/916 to complete the volunteer application for HCS. After completing the HCS volunteer application, please email your approval to blackwatermiddlepto@gmail.com You can also email PTO questions to this email address.
GT Referral:
Any parent that wishes to refer a student for placement in the gifted and talented program should complete the GT Parent referral form.https://www.horrycountyschools.net/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&ModuleInstanceID=464&ViewID=C9E0416E-F0E7-4626-AA7B-C14D59F72F85&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=77436&PageID=343&Comments=true
Student-Athletes:
All Bears interested in participating in athletics, you must have a current physical on file and all updated forms completed in PlanetHS.
Student Drinks:
As we start the new school year it’s important to know the basic procedure of student drinks. Drinks that enter our building in an unsealed container will be disposed of. Students may bring sealed drinks and or empty water bottles to be filled in our filling stations throughout the building. This is to ensure the safety of all of our students.
After School Clubs:
Clubs will meet after school beginning the week of September 12. More information regarding clubs will be provided soon. Transportation is not provided for our after-school clubs.
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 boysSpencer Gaither
sgaither@horrycountyschools.net
Important Upcoming Dates:
August 30- Iready Diagnostic Math
September 5- No School-Labor Day
September 7- B-Team Football game- BWMS vs. OBM- 6:00 pm at CFHS football field
September 16- Interim Reports Available
October 10-11- Schools Closed for Students
October 19- End of the First Quarter
Sincerely,
Brandice Gore, Principal
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Weekly Update- August 13, 2022
Good afternoon, BWMS Families,
We had a great time during the Bear Family Fun Fest/Open House on Thursday, August 11. We are extremely excited about beginning a new school year with you and your student(s). I want you to know that our teachers and staff have worked tremendously hard to prepare for this school year. Your child is in great hands at BWMS. We are very fortunate to have a staff committed to meeting all students' academic, social, and emotional needs. As a school, we are committed to giving our very best each and every day. I am including important information for you and your students to review prior to coming to school on Monday.
The first day of school is Monday, August 15th. Should you need assistance with transportation, the Carolina Forest bus office can be reached at 843-236-0705. Please be mindful of our pick-up and drop-off times in the morning. Doors for students will open at 7:30. Please pull all the way down to the end of the awning in our car-rider loop for the morning drop-off.
Student Schedules:
Students will be provided with a paper copy of their schedule on Monday. All student schedules were made available through the Parent Portal on Thursday, August 11th. Please note and understand that there will still be changes to schedules based on staffing and student enrollment. If you have a specific question regarding your student’s schedule, please contact your student’s grade level administrator.
Student Drinks:
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.
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:
August 15- First Day of School
August 23- Reading MAP testing begins
August 30- Iready Diagnostic Math
August 23- GT/Accelerated Meeting- 6:00 PM
September 5- No School-Labor Day
September 16- Interim Reports Available
October 19- End of the First Quarter
Sincerely,
Brandice Gore, Principal
