BWMS Community,

With this new month we know Spring is coming. Spring Sports. Spring Weather. Spring Break. As we all look forward to these time, BWMS will continue to make strides each day to improve the learning and soft-skills of our students and thank you for your continued partnership.

Enjoy the Weekend!

~Mr. Josh Frame

• Today is the last day to purchase a BWMS Yearbook. Please see below to purchase your yearbook today.
• MS Band, Choir and Orchestra Solo and Ensemble participation occurs on Saturday 3/1/25.
• The next BWMS What I Need (WIN) Day is Friday 3/7/25. The student sign up will be posted on Wednesday during Advisory.
• The next BWMS Eagles Night sponsored by our Student Council is Friday 3/7/25 from 6PM-8PM. Cost is $5 at the door.
• Reminder - Daylight savings time begins on Sunday 3/9/25.
• 8th grade classes will have a modified schedule in the afternoon on Tuesday 3/11/25 due to the Humanities/Holocaust presentation for 8th grade students. We are happy to host Cindy Ebner, daughter of Holocaust Survivor Murray Ebner, as they share stories with us about resilience, remembrance, and positive responses.
• The end of the 3rd Quarter is Friday 3/14/25.
• 7th Grade students received an informational sheet / opt out form for Healthy Life Choices Programming to be delivered by MS Wellness Teacher, Dr. Keating, on Monday 3/17/25 and Tuesday 3/18/25. Students will attend out of 7th grade science classes. Please find the form here. If your student is enrolled in or has taken 7th grade Wellness already, they will not need to participate in the program and will be provided an extension activity in science. Please note that you can sign and return the opt out form to the office or email JoshFrame@bwls.net if this is your family decision.
• Student council is planning the Staff vs Student Basketball Game and Spring Sports Recognition Pep Rally for Friday 3/21/25.
• Spring Break is 3/24/25 through 3/28/25. Students return to school on Monday 3/31/25.

• Payment:

• $130 total for 2 extended days due by March 7th

• Pay online via PaySchools Central (preferred), cash, or check to Big Walnut Schools

• No payments accepted after March 7

• Please note for this Pay Schools Central Option: For all 6th graders, it will be listed as an optional payment for Camp Nuhop of $130.00. You can change the amount to pay in that field to make partial payments if needed. If you pay in full, it will disappear on your account. If you make a partial payment, the balance will remain.

2025 BWMS DC Packet can be found here.

Payment Deadlines

10/25/24 $130.00 (non-refundable deposit)

1/10/25 $190.00

2/14/25 $190.00

3/21/25 $190.00

4/25/25 $190.00 (final payment)

Student Leadership Series (2024-25)

- Episode 1 - Mrs. Alisha Sleeper (Video File, Audio File)

- Episode 2 - Mrs. Katie Graven (Video File, Audio File)

- Episode 3 - Miss Danielle Horsley (Video File, Audio File)

- Episode 4 - Ms. Julie Workman (Video File, Audio File)

- Episode 5 - Mrs. Danielle Crace (Video File, Audio File)

I hope this message finds you well. As we move forward in the school year, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing support and commitment to your child’s education. Our partnership with families plays a crucial role in maintaining a thriving learning environment for all students.

As part of our efforts to ensure the continued success of our programs, we kindly remind families to review any outstanding school fees. These fees help support essential resources such as classroom materials, extracurricular activities, and student programs that enrich the educational experience. If your family has any outstanding balances, we encourage you to make payments as soon as possible.

For your convenience, payments can be made through a variety of options (see below). If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Heather Mahle, Accounts Receivable (heathermahle@bwls.net). We understand that unexpected financial challenges can arise, and we are happy to work with families to find a solution.

The Big Walnut Local School District may waive fees assessed by the District for instructional materials for students who demonstrate a serious financial need. Please refer to board policy for more information.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for being valued members of our school community. Your support helps us continue providing the best possible education for our students.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

1 - Online through PaySchools Central at https://payschoolscentral.com/

2 - Mail to: Big Walnut Local School District

Accounts Receivable

110 Tippett Court

Sunbury, OH 43074

3 - Cash, check, credit card payment at any school office.

4 - Financial Hardship - Please click here for more information.

February

28 SOAR Cart

March

1 Solo & Ensemble Contest

7 What I Need (WIN) Day

7 Eagles Night 6:00-8:00

11 BWMS PTO Mtg, 7:00

14 Course Request Sheets sent Home

14 End of 3rd Quarter

17-18 Healthy Relationships Presentation in 7th Sci

17-21 Student Council Spirit Week

21 Grade Cards Posted 8am

21 SC Spirit day or Staff vs Student Basketball Challenge

3/24 - 3/28 Spring Break

April

7W STAR Testing (6-8 in Reading & Math)

8 BWMS PTO Meeting, 7:00 PM

9 SOAR Cart

11 Grade Update Day

15 OST ELA Part 1

16 OST ELA Part 2

18 No School Conf Comp day

25 Eagles Night 6:00-8:00

29 OST Math Part 1

30 OST Math Part 2

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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.

Reminder that all athletes should have their final forms complete and hard copy of the physical submitted prior to participation.

All information for BWMS athletics can be found at bigwalnutathletics.net and on Schoology.

Email: JoshFrame@bwls.net
Website: bwls.net
Location: 555 S Old 3C Road, Sunbury, OH, United States
Phone: (740)965-3006
Twitter: @Josh_Frame