BWMS Family Update
10/10/25
Stomp Out Bullying Week!
Families,
It was a fantastic StompOut Bullying Week at Big Walnut Middle School with a large event today. Our students were able to connect our SOARing characteristics of Scholarship, Ownership, Awareness and Respect to building a positive environment for everyone this week. We want to thank our BWMS PTO, SOAR Leadership and Student Council for organizing such events and activities that align with our goal to Make Kindness Normal!
Have a great weekend,
Mr. Josh Frame
Important Updates
- Attention 8th grade families: the Washington DC Packet has been posted on our website for your future reference.
- The community Big Nut Strut event is on Sunday 10/12/25. Check out the details below on how to support our BWMS PTO.
The next BWMS PTO meeting is Tuesday 10/14/25 at 7PM.
The last day of the first quarter is Thursday 10/16/25. Please be sure to check your student's grades and review a plan to finish the quarter strong.
There is no school on Friday 10/17/25 in lieu of conferences.
The PTO is excited to support the Scholastic Book Fair at BWMS the Week of October 20th. More details to come as students will have access to review the materials during lunch.
1st Quarter grades go live in PowerSchool on Friday 10/24/25 at 8:00 AM. As a reminder of our general focus in middle school, we want our students to care more about the learning and less about the grade.
Picture Retakes will take place on Tuesday 11/4/25.
BWMS would love to celebrate your Veteran at our annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Friday 11/14/25. See Details Below.
- The first Eagles Night will be Friday 11/7/25 from 6PM-8PM. Sponsored by our Student Council and SOAR Leadership, this is a time for fun, games and more at BWMS. Cost is $5 at the door.
Other School Details
- Interested in volunteering in Big Walnut Schools this year, please go to the following website and complete the process which requires 3 easy steps - https://www.bwls.net/VolunteerInformation.aspx
Support BWMS PTO at the Big Nut Strut - 10/12/25
Have you registered for the Big Nut Strut 5k?
This fun, family-friendly event helps raise money for all 8 Big Walnut Schools! This was one of the biggest fundraisers in 2024, and we need your help. The more participants from our school, the more money our school gets!
https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Sunbury/BigNutStrut
**Sign up by September 17th to be guaranteed a shirt!
**Not a runner?!? Sign up for the Virtual race, and still get the awesome race shirt!
6th Grade Outdoor Education Trip
Big Walnut Middle School is organizing exciting extended day trips for our 6th grade students. Camp Nuhop staff will be leading the days, in conjunction with BWMS teachers, at Camp Nuhop facilities during your student’s scheduled dates. This trip will allow your student to experience outdoor education tailored to supplement the sixth-grade content standards. Activities will address the core subject areas and related arts areas. Over the two days, students will participate in a variety of outdoor activities to enhance their learning.
Click Here for the Full Details
BWMS Athletic Information
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.
Check out the Coaching Series BWMS Talk Podcast
Coaching Series (2025-26)
- Episode 1 - Mr. Kyle Baker - Boys Golf (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 2 - Mrs. Jen White - Cross Country (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 3 - Mr. Adam McCardle - 7th Football (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 4 - Mr. Jacob Houston - 8th Football (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 5 - Ms. Kim White - Girls Tennis (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 6 - Ms. Victoria Keller - Girls Golf (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 7 - Ms. Cassie Bowmar & Mr. Tim Kafka - Girls Volleyball (Video File, Audio File)
- Episode 8 - Ms. Bri Lawless & Mrs. Kaylee Demidovich - Fall Cheerleading (Video File, Audio File)
BWMS SOARing Staff Member Award
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.
October
10 SC spirit - Stomp Out Bullying Day
12 Yearbook Art contest ends
14 BWMS PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM
16 End of 1st quarter
17 No School Conf Comp Day
21 Quarterly Grade-Level Meeting
24 Report Cards Posted 8am
November
4 Picture ReTake Day
(retakes/ Commons) (Staff group Picture 7:10 am / Gym)
7 Eagles Night 6:00-8:00
11 BWMS PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM
14 Grade Update Day
14 Veterans Day Breakfast
20 Conferences 3:00-7:00
25 SC spirit day - Staff vs Student Volleyball Game
26-28 Thanksgiving Break
Month View Calendar Link
iCalendar Link
Mr. Josh Frame
Email: JoshFrame@bwls.net
Website: bwls.net
Location: 555 S Old 3C Road, Sunbury, OH, United States
Phone: (740)965-3006
Twitter: @Josh_Frame