BUCCANEER NEWS Vol. #12 11/17/2025

• Here is a list of the sporting events for this week (UPDATED)
• Weekly Staff and Parent Bulletin Requests

1) [NEW] Student School Climate Survey (Tuesday 11/18/2025)

2) [NEW] ESP Recognition Day – Wednesday, November 19

3) [NEW] Shawsheen Field Trip and Road Show - November 12, 2025

4) [NEW] Shawsheen Tech Information Night for Bedford Parents & Caregivers

5) [REMINDER] BHS Basketball Fundraiser

This Week:

11/18 (T) Student Climate Survey

11/19 (W) Teacher Day

11/19 (W) Parent Teacher Conferences 2:15-4:15

11/20 (Th) School Council 2:30-3:30

Next Week (So Far):

11/26 (W) Half Day 11:05 Dismissal

11/27 (Th) Thanksgiving (No School)

11/27 (F) No School

On Monday, November 3, 2025, a family letter was sent to all BPS families, explaining the climate surveys and allowing for student opt-out. November 10-21, 2025 is the window student surveys are to be administered and JGMS will administer our survey on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

This Wednesday is ESP Recognition Day, and it is an important opportunity to acknowledge the extraordinary work of our education support professionals. Their dedication and care are critical to the operation of our building and to the daily experience of every student who comes through our doors.

They support classrooms, build meaningful relationships with students, anticipate needs before others even notice them, and bring a level of steadiness that keeps our community grounded. So much of what they do happens quietly and without fanfare, although the impact is unmistakable. They make JGMS stronger, kinder, and more responsive to the needs of all learners.

Thank you to our ESPs for everything they do for our kids and for our staff. They make this school a better place every single day.

On Wednesday, November 12, our 8th graders visited Shawsheen Valley Technical High School. Students were cooperated with others and met the goal of learning about the shops Shawsheen has to offer. They represented Bedford proudly and they made an impression on our partners. Please see excerpts of a note from Shawhseen Staff:

"I wanted to share how impressed we were with your 8th-grade students during their tour of Shawsheen Tech. They arrived prepared, demonstrated respect in every area of the building, and asked thoughtful, engaging questions. Their behavior and enthusiasm clearly reflect the strong foundation you have helped them build.

We truly enjoyed hosting them, and we hope they left feeling excited about the opportunities that await them in high school. Our staff and student guides noted how eager the students were to explore, as well as the curiosity and open-minded thinking they demonstrated throughout the morning."

It means a lot that others are speaking so highly of our students. Thank you for your role in ensuring your child was ready to attend the trip!

We hope the experience will encourage students to consider Shawsheen when they consider their goals for high school and beyond. Please work with your school counselor on the application process if your child is interested. Parents of interested students are encouraged to attend the information night on 11/19.

Open to 7th & 8th Grade Parents and Caregivers Please note, this event is for parents and caregivers only and is not intended for prospective students. Curious about what Shawsheen Tech has to offer your child? Join us for a special event designed specifically for Bedford parents and caregivers. Hear directly from administrators about Shawsheen’s unique programs, hands-on learning opportunities, and the many pathways it offers students. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Shawsheen Tech Auditorium Park behind the building and enter through the cafeteria doors Please RSVP by November 18th via RSVP for Shawsheen Tech Bedford Parent Night below.

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On the rare occasion you are requesting an item be placed in a weekly bulletin, please refrain from email and please use the Google Form listed as

• Weekly Staff and Parent Bulletin Requests

It is listed above so you may access it from these bulletins anytime.

Using the link will ensure your item is considered in a timely manner. I typically check them every Sunday. Any item I have questions about may need to wait so please give 2 weeks notice as

Think ahead and order a yearbook for your child! Go to www.yearbookordercenter.com and put in code 4008 for John Glenn middle school. We do order extras and do not always have enough to go around in June so secure yours now! As we get closer to to the end of the year, the price will increase to ensure we meet our ordering quota. Please purchase now and get them when they are at their lowest! Email Ms.Beinert with any questions or if you require financial assistance this year.

CLUBS

JGMS has a variety of clubs and sports that meet outside of school hours. The list of clubs are listed here

SPORTS

For students who want to compete in sports at JGMS, please sign up here

Sports Opportunities at JGMS: Students have a variety of options. Here is a list of sports that we offer at JGMS throughout the year.

Coaching Staff: JGMS offers four sports in the fall. Please contact the JGMS coach with questions. Please contact your child's coach via email for information regarding games, practices, or changes to schedules. Sports schedules can be found each week at the link at the top of bulletin listed as "This week's sports schedule - Click "view Schedules" on right to find Middle School schedules. Practice/Tryout information for sports are listed below.

GENERAL:

JGMS Athletic Coordinator: Ken Norling

FALL:

JGMS Cross Country: Ken Norling

JGMS Boys Soccer: Pete Simonini

JGMS Girls Soccer: Paul Harrington

JGMS Field Hockey: Indigo FoxTree indigo_foxtree-mcgrath@bedfordps.org

JGMS Football: Joe Curran joseph_curran@bedfordps.org

WINTER:

JGMS Boys Basketball: Vinnie McGrath

JGMS Girls Basketball: Greg Hinz

SPRING:

JGMS Boys Baseball: TBD

JGMS Girls Softball: TBD

JGMS Co-Ed Outdoor Track: Ken Norling

Please be aware and follow the drop off and pick up routines designed to provide a safe environment for entry and exit of students.

DROP OFF: Please see the drop off routines below

Students who:

• walk/bike to school may enter in the front by the School Administration wing or the parking lot door

• ride the bus to school should enter in the front by the School Administration wing

• ride in a car to school should enter in the back parking lot. Caretakers should follow the traffic pattern laid out below in the morning

PICK UP: Please see the pick up routines below

Student who:

• walk/bike from school may exit any door that is most convenient.

• ride the bus from school may exit may exit any door that is most convenient. These students will walk to Bedford High School to pick up the bus. Dismissal at JGMS is at 2:16 and the dismissal at BHS is at 2:24. Busses will depart from Bedford High School at 2:28.

• ride in a car from school should exit the school by the parking lot. Caretakers should follow the traffic pattern laid out below in the afternoon.

Attendance: Please let us know when your child will be absent, late, or dismissed by emailing JGMS_Attendance@bedfordps.org. If for a dismissal, please indicate a time as well. You can also send a note with your child to be dropped off in the main office prior to going to class. If we know of a dismissal ahead of time we will attempt to have your child ready when you arrive.

Religious Holidays: Please follow the directions explained here.

Tech Support: If your child is having technical trouble throughout the school year please send an email to tech_support@bedfordps.org.

Taking the Bus: Please see the guidance on the district’s transportation website. Please review the transportation guidelines with your children as we hope families will choose to ride the bus again.

Sports schedules: Please visit the sports section of the website to access the schedules of the upcoming seasons. You can click on “view schedules” under the calendar on the right. You should look for “middle school” teams when searching for your child’s sport.