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
Picture Retake Day
Warrenton Tourney Info for Saturday Oct 7. The games are played at Warrenton HS this year.
Middle School boys basketball try-outs for non football kids will be Monday, Oct. 9th from 3:15-5:00 pm. MS Football kids wanting to try out for basketball will start on Oct. 12th from 3:15-5:00 pm.
October Newsletter
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
Again If you are riding the bus with someone else we need a call and a note from your parent. You must get your pass at Cat time not at the end of the day. NO exceptions.
Please make sure you bring your library card to the library. They are having a special drawing each quarter for a prize. It will be given to a student who has brought their card to the library for checking out books. Each time a student checks out a book, they will enter their name in the drawing. At the end of the first quarter the winner of the drawing will be given a Kindle to use for reading.
"SLC will begin selling boo-grams during CAT Time. Boo-grams will be $2 for just candy and $3 for candy and a message. Please come buy one for your special someone or good friend!
1. 6th graders can buy boo-grams Tuesday, October 3rd & Wednesday, October 4th during CAT Time in Mrs. Kettenbach's room.
2. 7th graders can buy them Thursday, October 5th and Friday, October 6th during CAT Time in Mrs. Kettenbach's room.
3. 8th graders can buy them Tuesday, October 10 and Wednesday, October 11 during CAT Time in Mrs. Kettenbach's room.
Boo-grams will be delivered Tuesday, October 31st during CAT Time."
Remember, Homework advantage is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:15 to 4:15. If you have 3 or more missing assignments or 2 or more F’s you are required to stay. Please contact your parents during cat time to make arrangements.
We have a limited number of last year’s yearbooks for sale in the office. They are $15.00, first come first serve.
September 28th - Cross Country @ home afterschool, 6th grade book club and Mrs. Colbert's book club
September 29th - D&D club after school for 6th graders until 4:30. Sign up outside Mr. Welker’s room if you’re interested.
September 30th - Volleyball @ Montgomery 7th grade only 9:00 am
October 2nd - No school staff only Cross Country @ Clopton 3:00 pm
October 3rd - Football @ Centrailia 5:30, Volleyball at Black Hawk Middle School 5:00 pm, 6th grade book club and Art Club - Clay pumpkins
October 4th - Volleyball vs Wright City @ 5:00, 6th grade book club and Chess Club
October 5th - Mrs. Colbert book club in the library from 3:30 - 4:30
October 6th - Cross Country at Orchard Farm
October 9th - Art Club - Painting Pumkins you made and making pumpkin pie
October 10th - Football @ Louisiana 6:00 pm, 6th grade book club
October 11th - 6th grade book club 3:30 - 4:30
October 12th - Picture retake day. If you are getting your picture retaken please bring in your original packet and turn it in to the photographer. If you were absent on picture day please make sure you are getting your picture taken so we can get you an ID. Also Mrs. Colbert book club after school from 3:30 - 4:30.
October 16th - Art Club
October 18th - Chess Club
October 19th - Mrs. Colbert’s book club afterschool from 3:30 - 4:30
October 20th - Halloween Dance 5:30 - 7:00pm. All fines must be paid by the end of the day on Thursday. This includes lunch, library and technology fines. BOOK FAIR!!!!! Starts today!!!!!
October 23rd - Art Club - Drawing
October 25th - FFA Barnwarming from 6 - 8 pm. Cost is
October 26th - No school Parent Teacher Conferences from 1 pm - 7 pm.
October 27th - No school
Lunch: Super Nachos, Italian Calzone with Texas Pintos, salad, fruit, cornbread or BLTE Salad with cornbread
Birthdays: Marshal Charlton and Sophia Pasley
Our Mission: Empowering Our Students for Life’s Endless Opportunities
Have a great day!
MOCO 7th Volleyball Tourney Information
