BWMS Family Update

BWMS Community,

Please join me in thanking Mr. Justin Grieger and Mr. Joe Rucker for their dedication and support of BWMS. Both of them bring a unique skill set and deep passion to help the BWMS Staff and Community strive to reach new heights. No doubt these are two SOARing Staff Members. Next time you see them, please be sure to thank them for their service to our school community during this National AP Week!

Here Comes the OSTs

Next week begins OSTs. Students will visit their testing site location on Tuesday 4/14/26 during Advisory to review testing procedures and SOAR in Testing expectations (see below). Also, please remind your student of the importance of coming to school on testing days with Chromebooks charged and a possible book to read after testing.

• April 15 OST ELA Part 1 and April 16 OST ELA Part 2
• Break
• April 28 OST Math Part 1 and April 29 OST Math Part 2
  
• April 30 OST Science 8 Part 1&2
  

We are excited for our students to show us what they know!

~Mr. Josh Frame

• Help encourage students to support the last day of the Coin War in partnership with our 6th grade ELA staff. Details below.
• Student council is planning the Staff vs Student Basketball Game and Spring Sports Recognition Pep Rally for Friday 3/27/26.
• Spring Break is 3/30/26 through 4/6/26. Students return to school on Tuesday 4/7/26.
• Group 1 Day 2 of Nuhop for 6th grade students is on Tuesday 4/7/26. Please find the details for the Camp Nuhop Outdoor Education here. Special note about communication: in the event that you need to get in touch with us during the field trip, please email JoshFrame@bwls.net, KatieGraven@bwls.net and MikeWion@bwls.net and someone will respond accordingly. Thank you.
• STAR Testing will take place in Reading and Math during the week of 4/7/26.
• Ohio Military Sprit Week begins on Monday 4/13/26. See details below.
• Group 2 Day 2 of Nuhop for 6th grade students is on Monday 4/13/26.
• The next BWMS PTO meeting is Tuesday 4/14/26 at 7PM.
• Ohio State Tests are on the horizon - Testing schedule ELA (4/15 and 4/16) Math (4/28 and 4/29) 8th grade Science (4/30). Please see additional details below.
• The mid point of the 4th quarter is on Friday 4/17/26 and this is a great time to check in on your student's progress in PowerSchool.
• The next Eagles Night will be on Friday 4/24/26 from 6PM - 8PM. Cost is $5 at the door.

BWMS Community,

Ohio State Tests begin shortly after we return from Spring Breaks. Testing time can be stressful for students. No doubt, we understand that our students do deal with pressure when it comes to all types of performances from their everyday life: athletic or academic. No matter the situation, everyone can play a role in helping our students be confident and secure in the face of the upcoming weeks. We will continue to offer this calm voice of confidence for our students as they prepare for OSTs this year. You too can help by ensuring your student is in attendance on time, gets a good night's sleep, eats a good breakfast, charges their Chromebook and comes to BWMS with a smile. I am sure our kids will do great!

The testing schedule is below as OSTs will be in the morning followed by a modified 2 hour delay schedule for all classes.

• April 15 OST ELA Part 1 & April 16 OST ELA Part 2
  
• April 28 OST Math Part 1 & April 29 OST Math Part 2
  
• April 30 OST Science Part 1&2 (8th grade only)

To help us best accommodate your child's dietary needs and preferences on our Washington DC trip, please take a moment to review and complete the needed information using the link or QR code below. Even if your child does not have specific dietary needs, there is a section where two of our meals can be pre-selected, which would be helpful on our end. This is required to be submitted by Friday, April 10th.

You are also encouraged to contact the district nurse, Megan Truax(megantruax@bwls.net) with your child’s specific dietary needs.

https://prodigystudenttravel.jotform.com/260086133082854

Thank you for helping us keep all children safe and well cared for.

ALSO, THE DUE DATE TO PAY OFF YOUR STUDENT’S TRIP IS APRIL 24, 2026.

Our Purple Star Team is selling a camo shirt for our upcoming Military Spirit Week in April. Please see the picture below and click on this BW Camo Shirt Sale Link to get yours by Tuesday, March 30th from BW Apparel.

You can also view the attached PDF: BW Camo Shirt Sale.

Thank you for your support!

Students will get to rank their top choices from over 60 different service sites planned by our Principal Leadership Team to give back to the community on Friday May 8th.

Coaching Spring Series (2025-26)

- Episode 1 - Ms. Kim White - Boys Tennis (Video File)

- Episode 2 - Mrs. Lisa House - Girls Lacrosse (Video File)

- Episode 3 - Ms. Rachel Bonno - 7th Grade Softball (Video File)

- Episode 4 - Mr. Jason Jones - Boys Lacrosse (Video File)

- Episode 5 - Officer & Coach Justin Whiteside - Boys and Girls Track (Video File)

Reminder that all athletes should have their final forms complete and a current OHSAA Evaluation Exam Form uploaded to Final Forms directly or emailed to Mrs. Kreager stephaniekreager@bwls.net. All physicals must be received prior to the first tryout date or first practice of the season.

All information for BWMS athletics can be found at bigwalnutathletics.net and on Schoology.

The SOARing Staff Award and used to recognize a Big Walnut Middle School Staff Member who goes above and beyond to support the mission of BWLS to inspire and guide each student to his or her maximum potential. If you would love to recognize a staff member, please submit their name and reason on the following form... HERE.

April

13 6th Grade Nuhop Camp Group 2

13 8th SOAR Celebration

14 BWMS PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM

15 OST ELA Part 1

16 OST ELA Part 2

17 Grade Update Day

20 7th SOAR Celebration

24 Eagles Night 6:00-8:00

27 6th SOAR Celebration

28 OST Math Part 1

29 OST Math Part 2

30 OST Science 8 Part 1&2

May

4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week

8 BWMS Service Day

11 8th SOAR Celebration

11 BWMS PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM

12 7th SOAR Celebration

12 Spring Concert, 6:00pm

13 6th SOAR Celebration

13 Parent Orientation for incoming 6th grade

14 BWMS Spring Musical, 7:00pm

14 8th Grade Dance

15 SOAR Award Day

15-16 OMEA Music Contest

16 High School Graduation (Tentative) 7:30 pm

18-21 D.C. Trip for 8th Graders

19 5 to 6 grade student orientation 9:30-10:30

21 Last Day for Students

22 Teacher Workday

29 Final Grades Posted 8am

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Email: JoshFrame@bwls.net
Website: bwls.net
Location: 555 S Old 3C Road, Sunbury, OH, United States
Phone: (740)965-3006
Twitter: @Josh_Frame