Baechtel Grove Middle School

BGMS Parents, Students are invited to attend the Willits Science Fair on February 13. If your student hasn’t returned their permission slip yet, please do so by Friday, February 7. Students without a permission slip will not be able to attend and will receive an alternative assignment.

Hello BGMS Families, We wanted to let you know we are postponing our Frozen Fantasy Formal Dance that was going to take place tomorrow. Stay tuned as we plan to have a date coming up in February. If your child has already purchased a ticket they can present it at the next dance for admission. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Thank you for your understanding.

📢 Attention 8th Grade Families! We’re hosting our second family workshop at the 📚 BGMS library on Tuesday, February 4th, from 🕔 5:00 to 6:30 PM. This is your chance to learn about 🎓 WHS graduation requirements and explore 🔧 Career & Technical Education pathways. Don't miss this opportunity to help your student 📝 plan their future classes! Course requests are open from 📅 January 30 to February 21.

Second trimester progress reports are going home with students today! 📋 Families of students with D and/or F grades will also receive a copy by mail. Tutoring is available in the library every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please take time to review your child's progress and connect with us if you have any questions.

Parents and Guardians, We are excited to invite students to the Willits City Science Fair on Wednesday, February 13. This event promotes curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking, offering students the opportunity to apply their learning to explore real-world problems. Permission slips were sent home on January 17 and must be returned by February 7 to ensure transportation. We strongly encourage all students to participate in this valuable annual event. Please note that students without a signed permission slip will not be able to attend.

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our school community and contribute to important discussions that support our students. Date: Monday, January 27, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Blosser Lane Elementary School, Room 24 During the meeting, we will: Discuss programs and services for English Learners. Review and provide input on school and district plans. Share updates about student success and resources available for families. Your participation is essential as we work together to support our students' educational experience. Light refreshments will be provided, and we encourage you to bring your ideas and questions. If you have any questions or need translation services, please contact us at Arora Chavez at 707- 459-4801. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our school community and contribute to important discussions that support our students. Date: Monday, January 27, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Blosser Lane Elementary School, Room 24 During the meeting, we will: Discuss programs and services for English Learners. Review and provide input on school and district plans. Share updates about student success and resources available for families. Your participation is essential as we work together to support our students' educational experience. Light refreshments will be provided, and we encourage you to bring your ideas and questions. If you have any questions or need translation services, please contact us at Arora Chavez at 707- 459-4801. We look forward to seeing you there!

🎓 Attention 8th Grade Parents! 🎓 The end of 8th grade is near, and it's time to start preparing for your student’s transition to high school. 📚 Join us for an informational meeting to learn about: ✅ The many Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways at Willits High School ✅ A-G requirements for college eligibility 📅 Date: Thursday, January 16 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Willits High School Media Room Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and help your student get ready for this exciting new chapter!

📢 Attention! Encourage your student to join the Stock Market Game, an exciting online competition where students will: 💰 Learn about the economy and government roles 📈 Work with stocks and bonds 🧠 Gain real-life financial literacy skills! Sign-ups are happening now with Mrs. Sanbeck in the office. Spaces are limited, and the competition starts January 27th!

Attention BGMS Families: We will have a regular school day ending at 2:44 PM on Tuesday, December 17th. On Friday, December 20th, we will have a short day ending at 1:13 PM. Please plan accordingly!

BGMS Basketball Practice Schedule- Girls B & C Teams: 3:15-4:45 Girls A Team: 4:45-5:45 Boys C Team: 5:15-6:15 Boys B Team: 4:15-5:15 Boys A Team: 5:45-6:45 Go Cougars!!

Hello BGMS Parents & Guardians, First trimester report cards are being mailed home. If your child is struggling in any classes please remember we have after school tutoring in the library every day after school except for Tuesday. Kids Club will be closed Friday November 22nd. We hope you have a restful weekend!

Hello BGMS Families, This is a friendly reminder that basketball tryouts start today and go through Thursday November 14th. Girls tryouts are 3:15 to 4:30 and boys tryouts are 4:30 to 5:45. Go Cougars!!

BGMS will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Monday November 11th.

Hello BGMS Families, This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow, as well as Friday we have finals with early dismissal at 1:13. Please make sure your child comes to school with a charged Chromebook both days. Thank you for helping our students be successful.

Please join us for our October PTO meeting on Tuesday, October 29th at 5:30 in the BGMS library. We will be planning our annual Dinner/Movie night.

October 28 - Anderson Valley @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) Cougars face Anderson Valley in volleyball at home! Let’s show them what it means to play on Cougar turf. 🐾🏐 #BGMSCougars

Basketball sign-ups for all BGMS students will be from October 29 to November 5. This year, we’re offering A, B, and C teams for both boys and girls. Open Gym is scheduled from November 5 to November 7, and tryouts will take place from November 12 to November 14. Practice officially begins on November 18. We are also seeking a coach for the Girls C Team. If interested, please complete the Coaching Interest Form at https://www.willitsunified.com/documents/human-resources/athletics-and-coaching-information%2Fforms/59881

October 23 - River Oak Charter @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) River Oak Charter comes to BGMS for a thrilling home volleyball game. Cougar fans, be there to cheer for your team! 🏐🐾 #BGMSCougars

Mark your calendars for October 21! Our Cougars will be taking on Willits Charter at home. Let’s come out and support the team as they compete on their home court. Game starts at 4 PM. 🏐 #BGMSCougars