Broughal Middle School Weekly Update
December 15, 2024, 2024 to Sunday, December 22, 2024
- BMS Extracurricular Event Guidelines – This year, students attending any sporting events or extracurricular activities as a spectators inside the Broughal Middle School building, will be required to have a parent/guardian present with them for the duration of the event.
- If you engage in the following behavior, you may be restricted from attending extracurricular activities/sporting events for the remainder of the year, and school consequences can be imposed:
- Fighting or any kind of physical altercation
- Arguing or defiant behavior toward a BASD staff members
- Bringing unauthorized items into the event
- If you engage in the following behavior, you may be restricted from attending extracurricular activities/sporting events for the remainder of the year, and school consequences can be imposed:
- We encourage our students to dress up for our 12 Days of Holiday Cheer theme days!!
- Want to buy Broughal Middle School Gear?!? Score big points this holiday season with personalized Rockets gifts. Shop our wide selection of brands and design the perfect gift for everyone on your list. For a limited time, enjoy 20% OFF during your Broughal Middle School store’s Grand Opening Sale with code SPIRIT20.
- Important Upcoming Dates:
- Tuesday, 12/17 – Reading Buddies – Team Lehigh to Donegan
- Wednesday, 12/18 – Reading Buddies – Team Lafayette to Fountain Hill
- Wednesday, 12/18 – Broughal Family-Teacher Organization Meeting 4:30 pm
- Friday, 12/20 – Early Dismissal 11:30 am (Teacher In-Service)
- Winter Break – Monday, 12/23 through Friday, ⅓
- Monday, 1/6 – Return from Winter Break
- Friday, 1/17 – 8th-grade Snow tubing at Bear Creek
- Monday, 1/20 – School Closed – Martin Luther King Jr Day
- Tuesday, 1/21 – 3-Hour Delay (Middle School only)
- Wednesday, 1/22 – End of MP2
*Weekly Schedule & Highlights*
Stay Connected with Broughal Middle School on the Official Broughal Social Media Accounts!
Facebook – @BroughalMiddleSchool
Twitter (X) – @BASDBroughalMS
Instagram – @basdbroughalms
| Day | Date | Cycle Day | Notes |
| Monday | 12/16 | Day 2 |
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| Tuesday | 12/17 | Day 3 |
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| Wednesday | 12/18 | Day 4 |
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| Thursday | 12/19 | Day 5 |
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| Friday | 12/20 | Day 6 |
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*District-wide Announcements*
BASD eNews:
Please take a moment to watch our BASD vocal groups from our 4 middle schools and 2 high schools showcase their talents and traditions in this special holiday video.
The newest edition of BASD eNews is out, and it’s packed with:
- Festive Events
- Upcoming Winter Break Dates
- Recent Job Openings
- Upcoming events in the BASD community
- Highlights from around the district, with photos and videos showcasing BASD.
Click here to read and stay informed!
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Free English Classes at Nativity Cathedral!
We are excited to share a fantastic opportunity for parents and guardians to improve their English language skills! Nativity Cathedral offers English classes to help community members strengthen their communication and feel more confident in daily interactions.
Location: Nativity Cathedral | 321 Wyandotte St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Schedule: January 21, 7PM-8PM
If you or someone you know is interested, please don’t hesitate to reach out for more information. You can contact kpiergallini@gmail.com or let us know, and we’ll be happy to assist.
Let’s work together to build stronger connections through language!
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Attention Lehigh Valley Parents:
This winter, give your child the joy of a bicycle and bike education! CAT volunteers are hard at work refurbishing youth bicycles, aiming to distribute 200 bikes in time for the December holidays. This opportunity is available to families experiencing financial hardship in Lehigh or Northampton Counties.
What Your Family Will Receive: A CAT-renewed youth bicycle, a brand-new helmet a CAT Bike Smart certificate, An invitation to CAT’s 2025 youth bike education events
How to Reserve a Bicycle:
Email cat@lvcat.org with your child’s age and height to reserve a bike.
View the full flyer here: Link to PDF flyer for 2024 CAT Holiday Bikes
Spread holiday cheer with the gift of cycling and community this season!
If you have any questions or need assistance, please email Ms. Martinez, amartinez@basdschools.org.
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The City of Bethlehem and Broughal Middle School needs help at arrival and dismissal from school! Please see the attached documents for more info!
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*School-wide Announcements*
Broughal MS Rocket Holiday Shop – Community School Coordinator, Ms. Martinez
Thank you so much to everyone that has donated so far to our Rocket Holiday Shop!
We are still in need of donations for the return of the Rocket Holiday Shop, a special event where students can shop for holiday gifts for their families—completely free of charge! This wonderful tradition allows students to experience the joy of giving, and we need your help to make it a success.
We are seeking donations of gently used or new items that students can choose as gifts for their loved ones. Ideal items include:
- Household goods
- Toys and games
- Books
- Jewelry and accessories
- Holiday decorations
- Clothing and outerwear (hats, scarves, etc.)
- Any other gift-worthy items!
Your donations will help ensure that every student has the chance to find something special for their family members. Whether you have gently used items in good condition or new items to contribute, every donation is appreciated.
Please share this with your family and friends—every contribution counts, and it truly takes a village to spread holiday cheer!
Donation Details:
- Donations can be dropped off at the Family Center by December 13th.
Thank you for your generosity and for helping make this holiday season bright for our students and their families.
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Nurse’s Office – Nurse Uhl & Nurse Miller
Permission form for your child to receive medical attention beyond visiting the nurse’s office.
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*Grade Level News & Info*
6th Grade –
TEAM ESU: *Mrs Conkle/ELA: Students will analyze a poem by writing a TDA. They will continue reading a novel independently called A Long Walk to Water.
*Mrs. Harclerode/ESOL: Students will be comparing and contrasting two stories.
*Mr. Schomaker/SS: Students will be completing our city-state drawing and then will get ready for our test on Mesopotamia on Wednesday.
*Ms. Lando/Math: Students will finish Unit 3 with a potential test on Wednesday.
*Mr Lyons/Science: Students will be assessed on the fossilization processes before the holiday break.
Hot cocoa, cookies and caroling on 12/20! If you signed up to bring in cookies, please send them in with your child! Thank you again!
7th Grade – No News to report
8th Grade – No News to report
Teams Lehigh and Lafayette will visit their 1st grade Reading Buddies next week with a gift of a book for every Buddy! Cops-n-Kids gave us 200 books to give to the 1st graders! A big “Thank You” goes to Officer Loscalzo for organizing and picking up the books!
Related Arts – German:
Look back in history: last week, German students learned about the Berlin Wall (1961-989). You may remember 09.-10. November 1989 when the wall “fell”. Please share out with your student(s) what you know about that time in history. Here’s a Ted Ed video that we watched: Ted-Ed: The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall
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*Technology Corner*
BASD Parent Portals Link (Schoology, Synergy, SchoolCafe, etc.)
Parent Guide – How to Navigate Schoology
SYNERGY – Need Help with Synergy ParentVUE? Please find below a video on logging into ParentVUE and what parents can expect to find there.
Tech Tips:
Visit our Smart Device Management Resource Page for families. This will help set limits/screen time on your child’s smart phone.
Please Subscribe to the Broughal’s YouTube Channel
Please explore a new feature on our school website – Smart Device Management
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MUSIC DEPARTMENT
Broughal Music – Interested in getting involved in Broughal Music? Check out our recruitment videos!
EARLY-MORNING REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
- Monday 12/16 – Jazz Band
- Tuesday 12/17 – Orchestra
- Wednesday 12/18 – Band
- Thursday 12/19 – Orchestra
- Friday 12/20 – Band
Students should be at the Main Entrance on Morton Street by 7 AM for early-morning rehearsals.
BROUGHAL MUSIC DIRECTORS
- Instrumental Music: Mr. Stoltz
- General Music/Chorus: Miss Putlock
- Theatre: Miss Trostle
- Band Front: Mr. Kendall
HELPFUL BROUGHAL MUSIC LINKS
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*Extracurricular Clubs/Activities*
Visit our After School Activities page on the school website for a list of current activities!
Please contact our Community School Coordinator, Ms. Anais Martinez, for more information on after-school programs.
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*Broughal Rockets Athletics*
Visit the Broughal Athletics webpage on our school website!
Winter Sports 24-25 Physical Information – BASD is taking physicals ONLINE!
Broughal Middle School Guidelines – This year, students attending any sporting events or extra curricular activities as a spectator inside the Broughal Middle School building, will be required to have a parent/guardian present with them for the duration of the event.
*If you engage in the following behavior, you may be restricted from attending extracurricular activities/sporting events for the remainder of the year and school consequences can be imposed:
- Fighting or any kind of physical altercation
- Arguing or defiant behavior toward a BASD staff members
- Bringing unauthorized items into the event
Winter 2024-25 Sports
- Boys Basketball
- Head Coach – Derek Saltzgiver
- Assistant Coach – Mitchell Thomas
- Girls Basketball
- Head Coach – Ciara Wippel
- Assistant Coach – Markeda Williams
Thank you!
Mr. Horlick, Principal
Miss Bouhana, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Cierech, Assistant Principal
Dr. Reese, Dean of Students