BHMS Weekly Update

May 21, 2026
Dear BHMS Students, Parents, and Guardians,
As the final bells ring and we look back on the incredible year behind us, I want to extend my deepest, most heartfelt gratitude to all of you. Completing my first year as your principal at BHMS has been an absolute honor and an unforgettable journey.
To our students: Thank you for bringing your energy, curiosity, and bright smiles to school every single day. Watching you grow, learn, and lift each other up has been the absolute best part of my job. You are the heart and soul of BHMS, and you should be incredibly proud of everything you’ve achieved this year.
To our parents and guardians: Thank you for welcoming me into this wonderful community with open arms. Your unwavering support, partnership, and dedication to our school have been invaluable. Education is a team effort, and I am so grateful to have such a fantastic team of families walking alongside us.
While this year has flown by, it is just the beginning. I am already looking forward to the years to come as we continue to build on our successes, face new challenges together, and make BHMS an even more vibrant place to learn and grow.
I wish you all a safe, relaxing, and joyful summer filled with laughter and well-deserved rest. Have a great summer, Bulldogs!
Best,
Alexis Glenn
Principal
Highlights & Horizons
Capstone Ceremony
As one chapter closes, an exciting new journey begins! Next stop: high school! 🎓
Yesterday, Beacon Hill Middle School honored the DHS Class of 2030 at their 8th Grade Capstone Ceremony, celebrating over 450 incredible students who are officially ready to take on high school this August. We are so incredibly proud of you! 🎉
✨ Highlights from the Celebration
Words of Wisdom: BHMS Principal Alexis Glenn and 8th-Grade Assistant Principal Ron Johnson commended the students for their hard work, encouraging them to rest over the summer, to "keep going," and to always strive for excellence. Former BHMS Principal Derrick Thomas and future DHS Principal Dr. Duane Sprull also joined in the celebration to offer inspiring words.
Musical Tribute: The BHMS Steelband, led by Mr. Crosby, delivered a spirited and amazing performance of "The Hammer!" 🥁
Student Leadership: A special shout-out to our fantastic hosts from the Principal's Advisory Committee: Madison Deeb, Chrispphe Owusu, Micheal Phillipsborn, Lydia Robilliard, and Stella Rucker.
👏 A Huge Thank You
A beautiful send-off like this doesn't happen alone. A huge thank you to 8th-Grade Capstone committee for putting together such a memorable ceremony for our students and families.
Best of luck to the new DHS Class of 2030! Relive the special moments using the links below:
✨ SHOUT-OUT: Ms. Boswell and Yearbook Staff ✨
Congratulations to Ms. Boswell and our incredible Yearbook Club crew for a spectacularly successful yearbook! Because of their months of hard work, creative design, and dedication, the 2026 Beacon Hill Middle School yearbook, "Instant Memories," is officially in our students' hands!
Extra, Extra Read all About it!
The second edition of the Bulldog Bulletin is live! Produced by our ELA Journalism enrichment students in Ms. Gary's classroom, this issue highlights the unique voices and perspectives of our middle school community. 👉 Click here to read
7th Science Lab: Putting the Life Science Learning to Action
Our 7th graders wrapped up the school year with an ultimate hands-on lab: frog dissections! Our young biologists did an amazing job exploring anatomy firsthand and putting a year's worth of science lessons into practice. Next stop: 8th grade!
Math Summer Resources
👉Click here for 10 ways to engage your BHMS middle schooler in activities that include math!
Language Arts Summer Resources
While we've curated some amazing resources, students aren't required to read any specific books or join any programs. The main goal is for them to simply enjoy reading books of their own choice all summer long!
Common Sense Media Summer Book List
Cross Country Fall 2026
Is your child interested in trying out for Cross Country in the Fall of 2026? If so, please review and complete this interest form: 2026 BHMS Cross Country Informational Form
Tryouts will be held from 4:00 pm to 5:15 pm on the following dates:
Monday, August 10th: (Boys Tryouts)
Tuesday, August 11th: (Girls Tryouts)
Athletes must have a current physical uploaded in Dragonfly in order to try out.
Basketball Summer Camp
Calling all future Bulldogs! Join us at Decatur High School this June for our Summer Basketball Camp hosted by Varsity Boys Coach Rory Welsh and Varsity Girls Coach Nick Deloach. This program is open to boys and girls from Kindergarten through 9th grade and runs from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Kids Ages 5-13 Invited to Register for Decatur WatchFest 26 3v3 Soccer Tournament
Decatur Soccer invites youth ages 5-13 (rising K-8th grade) to register for its 3v3 Soccer Tournament, powered by Decatur WatchFest 26, a fun, flexible, and community-focused event led by DHS soccer players and coaches. Join us Saturday, June 20, 8:30-noon at the Decatur High School Stadium with plenty of parking and just a short walk from the Decatur MARTA Station and Decatur WatchFest.
Kids can form a team of up to five players and sign up at the link below for just $75 per team (payable separately via GoFan). With no uniforms required (pennies provided) and small-sided 3v3 match play run by our DHS players, this format keeps things simple while maximizing touches, engagement, and fun for every player.
The tournament is open to girls, boys, and co-ed teams (co-ed teams will play in the boys bracket), with divisions based on rising school year: K-1, 2-3, 4-5, and 6-8. This is a great way to celebrate Decatur WatchFest and FIFA World Cup 26™ while supporting the Decatur Soccer program, and giving your child a fun soccer experience without a big time commitment. Just gather a group, register here, and show up ready to play!
Check out all the club and extracurricular activities here and on our website!
District News
End-of-Year Medication Pick Up Information
PTA News
Walk and Roll SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
And that’s a wrap…Our final Walk + Roll of 2025-2026 is in the books. We handed out more than 120 bike lights, backpack light clips, reflective straps, stickers and keychains. Congratulations to the students from Mrs. Kraemer’s class for earning the Chick-fil-A breakfast and a gift card for their teacher! We appreciate all the parent support received, as well as that of Principal Glenn and Ms. Chalberg, especially during testing. Have a great summer, and be safe!
HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
The BHMS PTA wishes our amazing staff, students and families a healthy and happy summer. We appreciate all your hard work and the support you have shown us this year. We hope you enjoyed this year’s activities and additions to the school. We also appreciate our 2025-2026 sponsors and the other businesses that contributed to our success. We hope you will continue to patronize them this summer and in the coming years.