Update for Parents/Community #8

As we quickly head into fall, the weather is turning cooler, and the leaves are beginning to fall. Just as the seasons change, our students continue to grow, learn, and develop new skills each day. Fall reminds us that growth takes time, patience, and consistent care. The same is true for learning! At Blenheim Elementary/Middle School, we remain committed to providing engaging, meaningful instruction that challenges our students, strengthens their skills, and prepares them for continued academic success.

We are now midway through the second nine weeks, making this an important time to pause, reflect, and evaluate our students’ academic progress. We encourage all parents and guardians to take time to review their child’s grades in PowerSchool and communicate regularly with their teachers about their progress.

If your child is struggling academically, please do not wait until the end of the grading period to seek support. We encourage you to schedule a conference with your child’s teachers to discuss areas of concern, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop a plan for success. If additional support is needed, our school administration is available to meet with you and work collaboratively to determine the best ways to help your child succeed.

Parents are our partners in education! When families and schools work together, we can identify challenges early, celebrate progress, and ensure that every student has the support needed to reach their full potential. Let’s use this season as an opportunity to refocus, set goals, and continue growing together.

Thank you for your continued support of Blenheim Elementary/Middle School. Together, we will keep our students moving forward and soaring to success together!

Dr. McCall
Principal
Blenheim Elementary and Middle School

Soaring to Success Together!

Blenheim Elementary/Middle School

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we approach Halloween, we are excited to share that students will be permitted to wear Halloween costumes to school on our designated celebration day! We look forward to providing our students with an opportunity to enjoy the holiday while maintaining a safe, positive, and welcoming learning environment.

To ensure the safety and comfort of all students and staff, please review the following costume guidelines:

• No masks: Students may not wear masks that cover their faces.

• No weapons: Costumes and accessories may not include toy weapons or items that resemble weapons.

• No blood: Costumes may not include fake blood or graphic, blood-related designs.

• School-appropriate attire: All costumes must be appropriate for the school setting and comply with school dress code expectations.

In addition to wearing costumes, students will have the opportunity to participate in a Trunk-or-Treat celebration before the end of the school day. We are looking forward to providing our students with a fun and memorable experience!

We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring that all costumes meet these expectations. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to make this a safe and enjoyable celebration for everyone.

Sincerely,

Dr. James H. McCall Jr.
Principal
Blenheim Elementary/Middle School

Soaring to Success Together!

The Marlboro County School District Transportation Department is using Bus Bulletin notification system to notify parents and students when there are bus delays and schedule changes. Marlboro County is the second school district in South Carolina to use this new system that aids with communication of vital transportation related information. Bus Bulletin notifications are received via text messages, phone calls. emails or any combination of the three. Parents can provide as many as seven different contact numbers, helping to ensure that wherever they are they receive notifications in a timely manner. Notifications are typically received within minutes of the time they are sent, so parents receive the information while it still matters. Here are a few key points for parents who are interested in signing up to receive notifications: • There is no cost for this service. • Registration is simple and fast. • Parents can choose to receive text messages, phone calls, and emails or any combination. • All contact information is stored securely and wi1I not be shared or sold, and no student information is required. Parents who want to sign up to receive notifications or find out more about this service should visit https://www.busbulletin.com/parents.

Blenheim Elementary/Middle School proudly congratulates the Marlboro County Mighty Marching Bulldawg Band on an outstanding and historic accomplishment! On Saturday evening, at Lakewood High School in Sumter, South Carolina, the band captured the 1A/2A Traditional High Stepping Marching State Championship, placing 1st out of 15 competing bands! 🏆🥇

But the celebration did not stop there! The Mighty Marching Bulldawgs also earned the distinction of GRAND CHAMPIONS among all participating bands! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the students’ dedication, discipline, teamwork, musical talent, and commitment to excellence.

We are especially proud that several of our very own Blenheim Elementary/Middle School students are members of this outstanding band! These students continue to demonstrate that hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence can lead to extraordinary accomplishments. They are shining examples of what it means to represent our school and community with pride!

A special congratulations to the band members, band directors, instructional staff, parents, and everyone who has invested time, energy, and support into making this success possible. Your countless hours of practice, preparation, and sacrifice have paid off in a tremendous way!

This victory is bigger than a trophy. It represents the power of teamwork, the importance of dedication, and the greatness that can be achieved when individuals work together toward a common goal.

Marlboro County is making its mark, and the Mighty Marching Bulldawgs are leading the way! We celebrate you, we salute you, and we are incredibly proud of this outstanding accomplishment!

❤️💙🤍 Once a Bulldawg, always a Bulldawg!

#MarlboroCountyProud #MightyMarchingBulldawgs #StateChampions #GrandChampions #BEMSSoars #ExcellenceInAction

Our 4th grade students had a wonderful time at Fun Warehouse in Myrtle Beach, SC! They participated in a STEM lesson, enjoyed skating, laser tag, and arcade games, and topped it all off with delicious pizza!

What a great opportunity for our Eagles to learn, explore, and make lasting memories!

Thank you to everyone who wore orange to show support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion! Our Blenheim Elementary Middle School Eagles stood together against bullying and showed that everyone belongs.

Let’s keep spreading kindness and looking out for one another every day!

Thank you to the Blenheim Volunteer Fire Department for visiting our students and sharing valuable information about fire safety!

Some of our students also had the opportunity to explore the fire truck and learn about the equipment firefighters use to keep our community safe.

We appreciate your service and your commitment to helping our Eagles stay safe!