May 4

Dear Bryan Middle School Families:

What an amazing school year we have had so far! It is hard to believe that we are entering the final weeks of the 2025-26 school year. We are excited to finish strong together! This is an important time for students to stay focused, keep up with assignments, and be present each day as we wrap up learning and prepare for end-of-year activities. Please continue to encourage good attendance, effort, and organization at home. We also look forward to celebrating our students’ hard work and growth in the coming weeks.

We also encourage families to stay connected with teachers and monitor student progress. If your child needs extra support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to help and want every student to feel confident heading into the end of the year. Remember, we offer Academic Recovery on Wednesdays and Thursday for students needing to get caught up on homework. Student simply need to talk to a teacher to get signed up and the teacher will contact you to verify. You may also contact your student's teacher(s) to get signed up as well.

In addition to academics, the coming weeks will include a variety of special events, performances, and celebrations that highlight the talents and achievements of our students. From concerts and activities to recognition events, there will be many moments to celebrate the hard work and dedication of our Bryan Bears.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support of Bryan Middle School. Together, we can ensure a positive, successful finish to the school year for all students. Please remind your student(s) to be responsible, respectful, safe, and their best all day every day!

Let’s make these last few weeks our best yet!

Sincerely,

Anton Schmidt

Principal

Bryan Middle School

May 4-8 is Staff Appreciation Week. If you are able to donate some goodies to our staff, please use this SignUp Genius. We would appreciation anything you can provide.

Also, please consider giving a staff member a shout-out for their work and dedication to our BMS students. Staff Shout-out Form.

It is Spirit Week this week. Here is that schedule:

Be sure to check the Bryan Middle website Calendar for club meeting dates.

May 18-20

• No Backpacks

• Last Student Day/End of Fourth Quarter

As we move through the remainder of the school year, we ask for your support in reminding students to leave non-school items at home. Items such as toys, trading cards, personal electronics, and other non-essential belongings can become distractions and may be lost, damaged, or cause disruptions during the school day. Students are not allowed to bring items to sell or trade.

Our focus is on maintaining a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment for all students. Bringing only necessary school materials helps us keep that focus where it belongs—on learning.

We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing this expectation with your student.

Student Recognition Night is THIS Thursday, May 7th from 6-7 p.m. in the Bryan Middle School gym.

We will celebrate student achievements for the 25-26 school year with a ceremony and reception. We look forward to seeing all the students and families that earned a variety of honors.

After the ceremony, new National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) members will be inducted in a separate ceremony.

The NJHS team shined at the district’s annual Quiz Bowl Tournament, showcasing their knowledge, teamwork, and competitive spirit. They rose to the challenge and represented our school with pride. Way to go, NJHS Bears!

All library books are due Friday, May 8th. Notices will come out the following week.

You can contact Mr. Engdahl at graham.engdahl@ops.org with any questions or concerns.

Thursday May 14th and Friday May 15th will be the delivery dates.

BMS Families: Please complete the Parent Voice Survey as a way to provide feedback to our school. Your responses will help us identify improvement efforts for the 2026-27 school year and beyond at Bryan Middle School. Please click on the link below or use the QR codes on the attached documents.

Parent Voice Survey

Summer Swim Lesson sign up is May 9th. See the word document for more information.

Follow the link below to findout where to find Homework from each teacher here at Bryan Middle:

Homework Location List

At Bryan Middle, we want to make sure we are supporting students and families through every season of the school year. With the end of the school year coming, that can bring some concerns. If there is anything you and your family are in need of, please do not hesitate to reach out to see how we can support.

Sara Riviera

School Social Worker

sara.riviera@ops.org

531-299-2313

Follow this link Community Resources

The final 3 concerts of the year!

May 2026

6:30 PM, Tuesday, May 12th – 6/7/8 Band and Beginning Band Final Concert

6:30 PM, Wednesday, May 13th – 6/7/8 Choral Final Concert

6:30 PM, Thursday, May 14th – 6/7/8 Orch and Beginning Orch Final Concert

Quarter Grades

• 4th Quarter: Available May 26

Report Cards

• Only final semester report cards will be mailed at the end of the year

• All other grades can be accessed through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal

Grading Practices

For details on grading, see the flyer:

Sec Common Grading Practices Student Flyer.pdf

Need Infinite Campus Parent Portal access?

Email lakresha.clark@ops.org with:

• Your name

• Your child’s name

Sports Pictures - SOCCER & TRACK

Students were given a flyer for parents after pictures were taken.

Scan the QR code below to order as well.

Follow the link below to access the Athletics & Activities page for Bryan Middle.

Please pay attention to the Activities and Athletics calendar for updated schedules as dates may change due to weather.

These clubs and activities will be starting in the coming weeks:

• MathCounts meets every Tuesday.
• Robotics (Competition Team) On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and some Fridays through January.
• NJHS/Student Council will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
• Writing Club meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month. (First Semester)
• Yearbook Club began September 8th and meets during CUBS.
• Anime Club has begun. Every Wednesday in Room 100A/B until 4:45PM
• Unity Club meets the first and third Thursdays of each month.
• The Band room is open until 4PM Tuesday through Thursday after school for practice and help.
• Dungeons and Dragons Tuesdays and Thursdays starting SECOND Semester.
• High Dosage Tutoring will take place Tuesday - Thursday.
• Academic Recovery - Wednesday and Thursday in Room 235. Sign up through any teacher.
• BookBlasters meets during CUBS in room 232 on Wednesdays

Students will need to pay attention to the morning announcements about when new clubs start.

Check back as more clubs are announced.

SuccessMaker is a math program that the district has purchased for all students in OPS. Students are expected to complete 60 minutes weekly on their APP. SuccessMaker® is an adaptive learning system that provides all students with a personalized learning experience that adjusts in real time to their specific individual learning needs. SuccessMaker is proven to be effective in student achievement in math. Please encourage students to work on this at home.

PTO Mission Statement:
The Bryan Middle School PTO is an opportunity for parents and families to volunteer to support student focused initiatives, fundraise for specific goals, and drive engagement in our school community.

We are looking for family members to be on out PTO Committee. Please reach out to Karrie Goff (karrie.goff@ops.org) if you would like to become a member and help with the following:

• Participate in and support school decision making.
• Sponsor multiple PTO initiatives (Fundraisers, Family Engagement Nights, Teacher Appreciation)

• Volunteer Opportunities (School Celebrations and Sporting Events)

• Meeting dates coming soon

Our district will now use School Cash Online for all school items and activity fees. School Cash Online reduces cash and check payments to our schools and lets families:

• Keep track of their students’ school items and activity fees
• Check their account history
• View and print receipts
• Pay for school fees with a simple click

Primary guardians will receive an invitation email from SchoolCash Online in the coming days with a link to register for an account and attach student(s) to their profile. Families can also register an account using the link above and the same email address used for Campus Parent.

Once the primary guardian has created an account, they can provide access to other caregivers of their choice.

See the Parent Help Desk for SchoolCash Online FAQ for additional details and troubleshooting information, or reach out to your student’s school with any questions.

We are excited about the opportunity to work together and support each of you on this journey!

Get your Bryan Middle School gear from Sideline Sports! Click on the link below:

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/nebraska/omaha/bryan-middle-school

The guidelines below aim to promote a focused and respectful learning environment while ensuring the safety and security of personal electronic devices and valuable items with the school.

1. Personal cell phones and electronic devices, including headphones and earbuds, may only be used before and after school hours.
2. Phones cannot be used during the school day.
3. During this designated time, the use of electronic devices should not disrupt the school environment or create a hostile atmosphere.
4. At all other times, during school hours, electronic devices must be powered off and safely stored away.

Confiscation and Intervention:

1. If a staff member observes the use of an electronic device outside the designated times, the student will receive a warning and be educated about the specific electronic device policy and expectations. The student should power off and put the device away.
2. If the student continues to utilize the electronic device outside the designated time, the staff member will confiscate the device for the remainder of the period.
3. If the student fails to comply with the staff members’ direction, administration or security will be called and the device will be confiscated for the remainder of the school day.

Repeated violations will be subject to additional disciplinary action in line with the Student Code of Conduct.

Additional interventions for violating the electronic device policy may include, but are not limited to:

• Lunch or after school detentions.
• Daily phone check-in at the beginning of the day for an extended period.
• Parent pick up of the electronic device.
• Parent/Student conference held at the school to discuss the issue.
• Overnight hold of the electronic device, if a parent cannot pick it up.

My name is Sara Riviera, and I am the School Social Worker at Bryan Middle School. My role is to be a resources for both your student and family. I understand that unexpected challenges can arise, and sometimes families may find themselves needing support. If you find yourself experiencing financial hardships and could benefit from assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to me. We also recognize that the start of the school year can bring added expenses with school supplies, clothing, fees, and more. If this time of year is creating any financial strain for your family, please know that you are not alone. I am here to connect you with resource and support that may ease your worries. Our school has a pantry that is free to our families. This pantry contains food, hygiene supplies, clothing, and school supplies. Please reach out if this is something that would benefit you. Below is my contact information.

Sara Riviera

531-299-2313

sara.riviera@ops.org

text: 402-739-9235

Mental health counseling services are available at Bryan Middle School through the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. Please speak to your student's school counselor or school social worker if you are wondering if a referral to the program might be right for your child.

Tylinn Lewis, LIMHP, LMFT

We want EVERY student at Bryan Middle School to become a member of the Boys and Girls Club. They have activities for grades 6 to 8, provide mentoring to our students, and are a safe place to stay if students need to wait for a parent after school. They are open from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on school days. There is NO charge for Bryan Middle School students. Just put a 0 in the box when it asks for payment. Click the link here for more information and click here to sign up. Stop by the Club to check it out! You can also contact Tim 'Daniel" Ybarra, Club Director for more information at 402-853-5125 or

Sign up for the APP by clicking HERE so you know where the bus is and what time it will arrive!