BWMS Family Update

BWMS Community,

Can you believe that next Friday is May? Crazy to think that we are inching closer to finishing up our school year.

Now we finish up state testing next week, then Service Day and SOAR Day before we send out 8th graders on their end of year trips. Time does fly. Hold on and enjoy every minute.

Next week we finish our OSTs. 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 28 OST Math Part 1 and April 29 OST Math Part 2
  
• April 30 OST 8th Grade Science only Part 1&2

We know the pace of life speeds in May, buckle up BWMS.

Enjoy the weekend and check out the BWMS Eagles Night this Friday!

~Mr. Josh Frame

• 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.
• This week, students ranked their top 7 locations for their Service Site Location for Service Day on Friday 5/8/26 during Advisory. Service Day is an opportunity for 100% of our students and staff to engage in service projects in and around our great Big Walnut Community. More details coming soon.
• The next Eagles Night will be on Friday 4/24/26 from 6PM - 8PM. Cost is $5 at the door.
• The final payment reminder for the 8th grade DC Trip is Friday 4/24/26. As a reminder, all payment information goes through Prodigy Student Travel.
• Ohio State Tests will continue on Tuesday 4/28/26 with Math part 1 and Wednesday 4/29/26 for Math part 2. Then 8th grade students only will take the Science OST on Thursday 4/30/26.
• Staff Appreciation Week begins on Monday 5/5/25. Encourage your student to write a personal note to an adult at BWMS to let them know how much they are appreciated.
• BWMS Service Day is on Friday 5/8/26. It is going to be awesome!
• The Spring Concert is Tuesday 5/12/26.
• The parent information night for incoming 6th grade students is Wednesday 5/13/26 at 6PM in the auditorium.
• The 8th grade only dance will be on Thursday 5/14/26 right after school.
• The Spring Musical Performances from our theatre classes will be on Thursday 5/14/26 at 7PM.
• SOAR Day is Friday 5/15/26. Final details will be shared soon from our SOAR and Student Council.

Hello Big Walnut Families,

Please review the medication information for our 8th grade Washington DC trip.

Students who need to take any medication during the trip—including over-the-counter medications (such as Tylenol, Zyrtec, or vitamins) and prescription medications—must have a completed medication authorization form on file.

• Forms are due by May 1st. Students were provided with a copy of this form in March. Attached is a printable version and there will be extra copies in the BWMS office. Here is a printable version.

• Medication forms will not be accepted after May 1st unless prior arrangements have been made with the school nurse.

Medication Drop-Off

• Medications must be brought to the bag check on Sunday, May 17th, from 4:00–5:30 PM.

• Place all medications in a clear, labeled Ziploc bag with your child’s name.

• Students must know the name of their assigned chaperone at check-in.

• Students are not permitted to self-carry medications unless prior arrangements are made with the school nurse.

Medication Requirements

• All medications will be reviewed by the nurses at bag check to ensure the proper paperwork was completed.

• Medications must be in their original containers or prescription bottles.

• Please ensure medications are not expired. Expired medication will not be accepted.

• Inhalers must include the original box with prescribing information or a pharmacy label attached to the inhaler.

Important Reminder

• NO medications will be accepted at bag check without a completed medication form submitted by May 1st.

• Students are not permitted to self-carry medication unless they have prior permission to carry emergency medication.

Additional Note

• Please send only the amount of medication needed for the duration of the trip.

• Medications will be returned to students at the conclusion of the trip, before exiting the bus.

If you have any questions, please contact the district nurse, Megan Truax @ megantruax@bwls.net

The best to you,

Jenny Ainsworth, Erin Barr, and Megan Truax

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.

BWMS could use your help with items for the Homeless Help Bags our students will be assembling on Friday 5/8 during our Service Day. Feel free to drop off any of the items or have them shipped to the school office to help support this project. List with Amazon Links can be found --> HERE

Parents of students currently in grades 3–6 are invited to join us for an informational meeting about an exciting upcoming educational trip to Peru! During this unforgettable experience, students will explore the breathtaking wonder of Machu Picchu, sample delicious new foods, and engage in hands-on learning activities that bring history and culture to life. Come learn more about the itinerary, price, safety measures and how your child (adults welcome to travel) can be part of this incredible adventure! Travel will take place in 2028 when students are in Middle School.

RSVP here https://bit.ly/4syK3B5

Meeting: Tuesday, April 28, 7:00pm

Big Walnut Intermediate Media Center

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)

- Episode 6 - Mr. Ed Partlow - 7th Grade Baseball (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

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