September 15

Bears Keep on Rolling during First Quarter!

Our Bryan Middle School Bears keep on rolling through the 1st quarter of the 2025-26 school year. Our Bears continue to be respectful, responsible, safe, and their best every day. They worked hard on both Reading and Math MAP and are now focusing on being their best in every class to finish 1st quarter with outstanding academic achievement. 1st quarter progress reports will be posted by Monday, September 15th. Please check your parent portal account or your student's campus portal account to view their grades.

High-dosage tutoring will start in October. We will contact families of students that qualify to extend an invitation for the student to join tutoring. This is highly recommended and aimed at providing additional supports for students. In addition, drop-in tutoring will start on Wednesday, September 17th. It will be held every Wednesday and Thursday we have school and aimed at helping students with homework. This is open to all students. Students need to be signed up by a teacher and space is limited to 30 students. Please have your student talk to one of their teachers if they would like assistance with homework and would like to attend.

Remember, there is something for everyone at BMS. Please encourage your student(s) to be active in an activity, athletic team, or club at Bryan Middle. In addition, regular attendance and being in class every minute is crucial to success. Encourage healthy school and home habits that aid your student(s) being at school and doing their best every day! We appreciate your partnership in the development of your student(s).

Sincerely,

Anton Schmidt

Principal, Bryan Middle School

Families, a reminder that the building does not open until 7:10 AM. We do not have staff supervising outside until 7:00 AM. Please try to drop off as close to 7:10 AM as possible. Also, dismissal is at 3:05 PM. Students should be picked up by 3:15 PM at the latest. If that is not possible, please have your student get a Boys and Girls Club application so they can go there until they can be picked up. All students need to be supervised and, in an activity, club, or at the Boys and Girls Club after school. Thank you for your help.

September 16

• Robotics Competition Team - First Meeting

September 17

• Drop in Tutoring Begins

September 18

• Unity Club First Meeting

September 22

• Make-up Picture Day (For students that were absent on 8/22)

September 23

• 2-hour late start (Doors Open at 9:10, School Starts at 9:40)

September 24

• Chipotle Fundraiser 4-8 PM (Bellevue location - 10403 S 15th St)

September 27

• MathCounts competition in Lexington

October 3

• No school for all students

October 10

• End of first Quarter

October 11

• Girl Powered Conference at Bluestem Middle

October 16

• Parent/Teacher Conferences 8AM - 7:30PM

October 16 & 17

• No school for all students

October 28

• 2-hour late start (Doors Open at 9:10, School Starts at 9:40)

If interested, please email Mr. Rutherford (matthew.rutherford@ops.org). Fees may be waved.

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!

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

• MathCounts began August 26th and is every Tuesday.
• Robotics (Competition Team) On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays will begin September 16.
• NJHS/Student Council will meet the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
• Writing Club will meet the first and third Wednesdays of each month beginning in September.
• Yearbook Club begins September 8th and meets during CUBS.
• Anime Club will begin in October.
• Unity Club will meet the first and third Thursdays (Starts September 18).
• Band room is open until 4PM Tuesday through Thursday after school for practice and help.
• Dungeons and Dragons Tuesdays and Thursdays starting the in September.
• High Dosage Tutoring will take place Tuesday - Thursday. Start date is October 1.
• Academic Recovery - Begins September 17. Wednesday and Thursday in Room 235.

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

Check back as more clubs are announced.

MathCounts is already prepping for our first math competition. We are learning multiplication shortcuts and memorizing powers and roots. Everyone is welcome to join us on Tuesdays in room 246 until 5 pm. Our first contest is in Lexington on Saturday, September 27.

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

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

Follow this link for the full Calendar

First Semester dates to mark on your calendar:

October 2025

5:00 PM Friday, October 17 – 8th Grade Band Night at Bryan High School 6:30 PM, Thursday, October 23th – 8th Grade Band/Orchestra/Choir Hauntcert

November 2025

6:30 PM, Thursday, November 13th – 7th Grade Band/Orchestra/Choir

December 2025

6:30 PM, Thursday, December 4th – 6th Grade and Beginning Band/Orchestra

6:30 PM, Thursday, December 11th – 6/7/8 Winter Choral Concert

Expected Dress for concerts:

As we begin a new school year, we want to remind families of the importance of regular attendance, from day one. Students who attend consistently are more likely to succeed academically and socially. The first weeks are imperative because they lay the foundation for school and classroom rules. When our students are aware of their expectations they are more likely to be successful. We do understand that absences at times cannot be avoidable due to illnesses and emergencies. If your child must miss school, please inform the office and stay in communication with staff so we can support your students return.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child's attendance. Please do not hesitate to reach out to a member of our school attendance team. When we work as a team it sets our children up for success in the future.

Kelli Barrientos

• School Counselor for last names A-Ga

• kelli.barrientos@ops.org

• 531-299-9045

Marie Cusic

• School Counselor for last names Ge-N

• marie.cusic@ops.org

• 531-299-2316

Bibi Loeza

• School Counselor for last names O-Z

• bibi.loeza@ops.org

Sara Riviera,

• School Social Worker

• sara.riviera@ops.org

• 531-299-2313

Kelley Lange

• School Support Liaison

• kelley.lange@ops.org

• 531-299-8524

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

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 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)

• September 18th (Thursday)
• October 9th (Thursday)
• November 13th (Thursday)

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