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Go to school ONLINE this summer!!
Find out more:
Virtual Summer School
Virtual Summer School - En Espanol
Robotics Camp for
Grades 5-8 will meet at
H.E. McCracken
July 9-12
Robotics Camp for
Grades 5-7 will meet at
Hilton Head Middle
July 16-19
Ms. Natoli - 6th and 7th Grade Literacy Coach
While examining my philosophy of education and wondering how to write it in one paragraph, my eyes were drawn to a statement on my whiteboard: “We see things not as they are, but as we are.”(-Unknown) That is it, I thought, that is my philosophy. Education is arguably the finest profession in the world; it is the one with the most potential impact on individuals and groups as a whole. Effective teaching is an art form; one which combines the elements of knowledge while simultaneously inviting students into the learning process as welcomed participants. When our children arrive to school each day, we must embrace them “as they are,” accepting them with all of their enthusiasm, emotional and physical needs, family dynamics, and intellect. Our acceptance of our students opens those invisible barriers for learning to take place. If children are wanted, appreciated, and valued, then they are more receptive learners. Structure, consistency, fairness, and rigorous expectations give them the framework in which success can be fostered. Children do not always arrive at our classrooms with a great sense of “how things are.” With a combination of acceptance, a belief that all children can learn, and high, structured expectations, anything is possible.
Survey Time!!! For Parents who have students in Advanced Classes!
In November 2010, a Bluffton Today article entitled “Middle School Boredom Targeted” highlighted parental concerns about the school district’s middle school programs. Since that time, many changes have been made with the intent to stretch each and every learner in every school.
Please take this opportunity to answer a few anonymous questions about the academic programs in our middle schools. Your input will be taken into consideration when planning program adjustments and improvements. To access the survey, please click on the link below.
Survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MSacademicprograms12The art department at Bluffton Middle is proud of all of the student artwork that is on display at the school and delighted to announce the winners of the Experience Green exhibition. First place was awarded to Joshua C., Second place was awarded to V. W. and Olivia B., and the third place award went to Hannah W. Congratulations to all of our Environmental Artists! And a special thanks to our fabulous art teachers, Ms. Allen and Ms. Foor who made this possible for our students.
Students in Greg Lonz’s ELA classes entered a writing debate contest through Time For Kids Magazine. The debate question was, “Should schools ban the sale of bottled water?” Ben Kelley was one of two students selected for this article contained within the April 20th Edition that celebrated Earth Day! His written response and a photo of Ben were included in the magazine. This debate and his response can be found on page 14 of the magazine. Congratulations to Mr. Lonz, Ben Kelley and all of our students who entered the writing debate!
Chamber of Commerce
This highly interactive website, http://www.MilitaryKidsConnect.org was created by psychologists at the Department of Defense National Center for Telehealth and Technology. This site helps children of deployed parents to better cope with the stress and changing responsibilities of having a parent away from the home and working "in harm's way" for the safety of our country.
Every 3rd Thursday of the month is Spirit Night at Chick-Fil-A! Our school will earn up to 15% of the evening sales between 5 pm and 8 pm. Come out and eat some wonderful chicken and SPIN THE WHEEL to win a free coupon for either a chicken sandwich, drink, fries, or dessert by making a donation to the school!
See you there!
School Messenger E Text Communication
Beaufort County School District is excited to announce the launch of a new service that will enhance communication by allowing us to deliver important information to you and to students via SMS text messaging. This service is not intended to replace our existing means of communication, rather it will enhance them. The service is provided by SchoolMessenger. Information and registration can be found here:
School Text Messaging - in English
Support your school each Tuesday
by eating at:
Giuseppi's Pizza
Kittie's Crossing
Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: (843) 815-9200
Please tell your server that you are supporting Bluffton Middle School!
Bluffton Middle School would like to thank Lowe's for choosing our school as a Lowe's Heroes school!
