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September 3rd

September 3rd
September 3rd

Message from Mr. Karmazin, Principal Message from Mr. Karmazin, Principal

September 3rd, 2024

Week of September 3, 2024


Welcome Back!

We hope everyone enjoyed the three-day weekend! It was a well-deserved break after a busy start to the school year.


NWEA MAP Testing Update: Last week, our students completed the Reading portion of the NWEA MAP test. This week, we will begin the Math test on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please ensure your student is well-rested and prepared.


Dress Code Reminder: As we move further into the school year, we want to remind everyone to adhere to the school dress code. Additional details can be found in the student handbook.


September is Attendance Month: September is Attendance Month! Regular attendance is crucial for academic success. Let’s work together to make sure our students are here and ready to learn every day.


Boys and Girls Club Sign-Up: Don’t forget to sign up for the Boys and Girls Club! It’s a fantastic opportunity for after-school activities that support your child’s growth and development.


Thank You! A big thank you to our amazing students for their hard work and positive attitudes. Let’s continue to make this school year great!


Andrew Karmazin

Principal, Bryan Middle School

Important Uncoming Dates Important Uncoming Dates

The POOL at Bryan Middle School is closed for renovations this fall. We will update you when it is reopened and swimming lessons resume.


Tuesday, September 3rd:

  • After School Tutoring Begins - If your student could use regular help with their coursework, they can join our after school tutoring. It meets every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday after school. Click HERE for more details.


Tuesday, September 10th

  • Raising Cane's Adopt a School Night
  • 5011 L Street (4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)


Friday, September 20th

  • School Picture Day - Information with be distributed in CUBS Advisory class.
  • Photos for Fall Sports


Monday, September 23rd

  • Runza Adopt a School Night
  • 816 Galvin Road, Bellevue (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)


Friday, October 4th

  • NO School - Teacher Professional Day


Tuesday, November 5th - Election Day

  • NO School - Teacher Professional Day

Fall Sports Have Begun! Fall Sports Have Begun!

Fall Sports have begun! Cross Country, Football, and Girls Volleyball have begun! All students interested in a sport must have a sports physical and athletic paperwork turned in.


Check out our Bryan Middle School Athletics & Activities website for information on athletics/activities during the year:


Activities and Athletics / Activities and Athletics (ops.org)

Join the Boys and Girls Club Today! Join the Boys and Girls Club Today!

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

dybarra@bgcomaha.org.

Parent Teacher Organization (P.T.O.) Parent Teacher Organization (P.T.O.)

We are seeking family members to help start a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) that will support students, teachers, and staff at Bryan Middle School. As a PTO member, you will have the opportunity to become more informed about your child’s middle school experience and education as well as joining the amazing Bryan Middle community. If you would like to join PTO or would like to learn more about how you can help at our school, please use the link below to share your information. We are excited for the opportunity to work together to support our Bryan Middle School community.


Parent Teacher Organization Interest Form

Bryan Bears Spirit Wear Store Bryan Bears Spirit Wear Store

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

Meet the Counselors Meet the Counselors

What Do Counselors Do?

Counselors provide academic, personal/social, and career development support to the approximately 700 students at Bryan Middle School. If at any time you need assistance in any of these areas, please do not hesitate to ask. We have a wide variety of resources available to help students in all areas of life so please come see us if you need support with your academics, your post-high school planning or with any personal issue you may have. Students may see counselors at lunch, before, and after school. Students can also contact counselors via email.


¿Qué hacen los consejeros?


Los consejeros brindan apoyo académico, personal/social y de desarrollo profesional a los aproximadamente 700 estudiantes de la escuela secundaria Bryan. Si en algún momento necesita ayuda en alguna de estas áreas, no dude en preguntar. Tenemos una amplia variedad de recursos disponibles para ayudar a los estudiantes en todas las áreas de la vida, así que visítenos si necesita apoyo académico, su planificación posterior a la escuela secundaria o con cualquier problema personal que pueda tener. Los estudiantes pueden ver a los consejeros durante el almuerzo, antes y después de la escuela. Los estudiantes también pueden comunicarse con los consejeros por correo electrónico.

From Social Worker Sara Riviera From Social Worker Sara Riviera

Hello Bryan Middle School Families!

If your student needs clothing, school supplies, hygiene products, or anything else to aid their success please contact our School Social Worker, Sara Riviera through one of the avenues below.


Phone: 531-299-2313

Email: sara.riviera@ops.org

text: 402-739-9235

Beginning a new school year can be difficult. It can be challenging to build new routines and get back on track. Your student may need you more at this time, to push encourage them to make positive choices.


During CUBS this month your student will review their attendance data from the 23-24 school year. Please take time to discuss this information and learn more about the attendance goal they have set for themselves.


TIP: Kids emotions do not take a summer break. They need different ways to express how they are feeling. This is key to helping them manage their feelings. How can you support your student with expressing their feelings regarding returning to school this year? If you notice your student is struggling, who can you reach out to? Bryan Middle School has a group of counselors available to assist your child. If you have any concerns, below is their contact information.


  • Ms. Barrientos, 531-299-2314, kelli.barrientos@ops.org
    • Last names A-GI
  • Ms. Cusic, 531-299-2316, marie.cusic@ops.org
    • Last names Go-M
  • Mrs. Loeza, 531-299-5784, bibi.loeza@ops.org
    • Last names N-z
  • Ms. Riviera, 531-299-2313, sara.riviera@ops.org
    • School Social Worker, all students

MAP Growth Testing in September MAP Growth Testing in September

MAP Growth Testing is coming! MAP Growth is an adaptive achievement and growth test. It creates a personalized assessment experience by adapting to each student's learning level - precisely measuring progress and growth for each individual student. If your child correctly answers a MAP question, the computer assessment provides a harder question next. If they miss that same question, then an easier MAP question is asked. This provides essential information about what your child knows and is ready to learn.


August 27-28: Reading test

September 3-4: Math test

September 11-12: Science test

ZUM Bus APP ZUM Bus APP

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

Use of Cell Phones and Electronic Devices Use of Cell Phones and Electronic Devices

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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, 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.
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Bear Bucks Lottery Winners!

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Teachers Celebrate College Colors Day

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Fundraiser Kickoff Assembly

Family Newsletter Archives/Archivos de Boletines Familiares
Past 2023-2024 newsletters can be found here.
(Los boletines anteriores de 2023-2024 se pueden encontrar aquí.)
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