BGMS PTO Fundraiser
November Newsletter
Parent/Teacher conferences are on Thursday, October 26th from 1 pm to 7 pm. Parents are encouraged to come. No appointment is necessary.
Middle School will be hosting their annual Veterans Day program on November 10th. Students can invite a Veteran to eat with them that day. Sign up sheets are in their social studies rooms. They must sign up by October 31st. Any student who brings a Veteran will also be required to help clean up after the program. The program starts at 11:00 am with coffee and tea, 11:30 will be lunch and 12:30 will be the program.
Veteran's Day PowerPoint:
If a student invites a veteran to the BGMS Veterans Day Luncheon on November 10, please submit a photo of the veteran in uniform (if available) to Mrs. Colbert in the library. The picture will be scanned and returned that day to the student. The veteran pictures will be included in the Veterans Day slideshow.
Elks Hoop Shoot Information
Due to some safety concerns, all middle school Homework Advantage and After-School Detention students must be picked up on the middle school side of campus. The new procedure will be in place starting on Monday, October 23.
Elsberry 8th grade Tournament bracket
Dear BGR-1 Families and Staff,
In the interest of maintaining transparent communication, I am reaching out to share an incident that occurred at our BG campus this morning. We experienced an false fire alarm due to someone accidentally engaging a pull station, and I want to reassure you that our vigilant staff responded exactly how we practice. They promptly evacuated our students from the buildings, following protocol, until authorities confirmed it was safe.
We have already identified the source of this alarm and are taking the necessary steps to rectify the situation. The safety of our students remains our top priority, and we will continue to work diligently to ensure their wellbeing.
On a brighter note, we have some exciting events ahead. Our football team will be competing in their final regular game and we are hostingmany schools at our cross country meet today, and our softball team is set to take on South Harrison in the Quarter Finals tomorrow. Let's rally behind our teams and show our Bobcat pride!
Thank you for your continued support, and remember, it's always a great day to be a Bobcat!
Sincerely,
Matt Frederickson, PhD
Superintendent
VETERANS’ DAY PROGRAM AND LUNCHEON AT
BOWLING GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
The Bowling Green Middle School will present a program honoring all Veterans on Friday, November 10, 2023. This program will begin at approximately 12:30 p.m. and the community is invited to attend. The program will feature the middle school seventh and eighth grade band and the select choir. The Middle School Student Lighthouse Council organizes the program and wants everyone in the area to know that they are welcome to be a part of this event.
Prior to this program, the Bowling Green Middle School Student Lighthouse Council will host a luncheon in the middle school gymnasium for veterans, veteran’s spouses, and spouses of deceased veterans. This luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. Veterans and their spouse/guest and spouses of deceased veterans may begin the day with coffee and socializing in the middle school cafeteria beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Veterans, veteran’s spouses, or spouses of deceased veterans that plan to attend the luncheon and program are asked to contact the Bowling Green Middle School office at 573-324-2181 by Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
All Veterans, Spouses of Veterans and Spouses of Deceased Veterans are invited to attend. You do not have to be invited by a student to attend the luncheon and program.
BGMS - Red Ribbon Week will start next week . Here are our dress up days.
Monday, October 23 - I’m too Bright for drugs! Wear Neon
Tuesday, October 24 - Lei off Drugs! Hawaiian Day
Wednesday, October 25 - Cowboy up against drugs! Western Day!
Monday, October 30- Run away from Drugs!! Wear Sweats/Workout Clothing
Tuesday, October 31 - Scare Drugs Away! Wear your Halloween Costume (NO MASKS)
The next Middle School PTO meeting will take place Thursday, October 19th from 5-6pm in the library. All parents are welcome! If you are interested in helping with the school dance this Friday, please let me know. Don't forget, if you want to volunteer in anything this year, you must have a background check on file as well as your videos completed. Looking forward to seeing you Thursday October 19th at 5pm!
BGMS will be hosting a Holiday Swap Shop on December 11th - 14th for our middle school student. See the flyer for details.
BGMS - Our Halloween Dance will be on Friday, October 20th from 5:30 to 7 pm in the high school auditorium. All fines must be paid this includes lunch, technology fines, library fines. You cannot be in attendance if you have any fines or if you are on the F list. Costumes are permitted but no full-face mask. Cost is $2.00 to get in, concessions will be available to purchase.
Phones and lights are now working. The internet is still in the process of coming back online.
Power has been restored to all BG campus schools. Thank you for your patience.
Phones and internet are all down currently at BGMS. We are working on a solution. Should you need a schedule change, please email me at dkoogler@bgschools.k12.mo.us
The middle school swap shop is coming!!!
5 October 2023
Dear BGR-1 Family,
It is with a heavy heart and profound personal sadness that I write to inform you that we learned this morning of the passing of a cherished member of our school community and dear friend, Bob Kirkpatrick. He was not just a remarkable leader but also a true servant of our community, whose contributions to our district have left an indelible mark on all of us.
Mr. Kirkpatrick was a multifaceted individual, with a journey that touched the lives of many. From serving as a soldier in the Vietnam War, to his service in education as a teacher, coach, building principal, career center director and even stepping into the superintendency upon the passing of Murray Smith, he was always been willing to accept the call for servant leadership with an ever patient and confident style. His commitment to shaping the minds and futures of countless students was evident in the lasting impact he had on the lives he touched.
He continued to serve his community diligently taking on roles as the County Clerk and, most recently, as the President of the Board of Education leading our board as a thoughtful and humble servant. In each capacity, he demonstrated exceptional leadership, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the betterment of our community. Mr. K was not only a colleague but a dear friend to many of us, and had a boundless enthusiasm for our Bobcats and he just loved our school.
Details regarding remembrance services and tributes will be shared with the community as they become available. During this difficult time, we offer our support, condolences, and strength to Mr. Kirkpatrick's family and loved ones. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Matthew Frederickson, PhD
Superintendent
Bowling Green R-1 School District
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