Dear Beach Parents,

So what makes a middle school great? As I was walking around today during 5th hour, it was exciting to see the depth of experiences that we have for our students. The true middle school philosophy is a strong academic core with a variety of enrichment and elective opportunities. Students were having fun and learning “hands on” experiences in Tech, Art, Spanish, PE, Band, Orchester and Choir filling the hall with their music . So what’s on the horizon? February brings about many great opportunities for our students. On Monday, February 3, eighth grade parents will be meeting at the CHS for next year’s scheduling infor-mation and our 8th graders will be completing their schedules for next year. They will also meet with the high school counselors and admin-istration. Sixth and seventh graders will make their elective choices in late February- yes they are growing up. We have closed out our 7th grade Little Caesar Pizza Kit fundraiser and pizza kit pick up day is Tuesday, February 18 between. When I am asked what’s the best way to help my student be successful at BMS, my response is always—stay involved. Check-ing Twitter and PowerSchool daily, following the web page announce-ments, Google Calendar, Facebook page and communicating with staff is the best policy. Also, be sure to check our new Chelsea School District’s website. We are here to support your student(s) in having a memorable "middle school experience". As always please reach out if you are in need of any help or assistance.

With much enthusiasm, Nick Angel

Notes from Principal Angel:

February, 2020

Follow Beach Middle School on:

Twitter at @BeachMiddle

Facebook at www.facebook.com/BeachMiddle

Instagram at: BMS_Bulldogs

BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL

445 Mayer, Chelsea, MI 48118

433-2202 (Office) 433-2212 (Fax)

www.chelsea.k12.mi.us/bms

Nick Angel, Principal, X 2005

Matt Ceo, Assistant Principal, X 2006

Marie Lombardo, Counselor, X 2303

Dennis Strzyzewski, Counselor, X 2013

“Counselor’s Corner”

“When Your Teen Needs Help”

All children and teens experience problems and difficult times during transitions as a normal phase of devel-opment throughout their lives. It can sometimes be difficult for a parent to know if their teen’s problem is part of a normal phase and will go away as the teen moves on or if the problem requires professional help. If you have exhausted all the usual parental efforts and resources (talking with the teen; setting limits in a firm, loving way; problem-solving and trying alternatives; consulting with the school) to address the problem and you are still concerned, consider the following: 1. Is my teen experiencing pro-

longed and intense discomfort?

Are they stuck in a way of feeling or behaving that he/she doesn’t like or is causing him/her pain? The behav-ior could range from very disruptive or aggressive to extreme withdrawal. 2. Do you know what is causing the behavior?

Why is your teen failing to adapt

or move through this transition? What will happen if he/she responds to other situations in this same way? 3. How long has this problem oc-curred and how intense is it?

Do any of the strategies you or

the school have tried make an im-pact? Is the teen’s response totally out of proportion to the situation?

4. Is your teen’s problem af-fecting other areas of her/his de-velopment including: school, rela-tionships, eating and/or sleeping habits, fears?

Is this problem interfering with

their ability to feel good about her-self (positive self-esteem), learn new skills, and/or handle other areas of her life? 5. Are there other issues affecting your teen at this time? Has your teen experienced a loss, trauma, divorce or other stressful event that has intensified the prob-lem you are now dealing with? Was the problem different before this stressful event? 6. Is the family affected by the teen’s problem? Parents and siblings may feel stressed by dealing with the de-mands or disruptive behavior of the teen experiencing the problem. Par-ents may disagree about how to deal with the teen or how to address the problem. 7. If your teen is talking or writing about harming her/himself (suicide, cutting), take this issue seriously and get help. It is important to get a pro-fessional evaluation of how at-risk your teen is and implement measures to keep your teen safe. Take your teen to their doctor or the nearest emergency room. It’s important to evaluate a spe-cific problem in context before mak-ing decisions about your teen’s emotional health and whether to consult a professional. If problems persist or seem to intensify over a period of time, despite your best

efforts, you may want to consult a pro-fessional for help. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Beach Counseling Department: Dennis Strzyzewski, Counselor (ext. 2013), Marie Lombar-do, Counselor (ext. 2303), Mara Kelly, Social Worker (ext. 2015) or Claire Talarico, Psychologist (ext. 2016) at 433-2202.

BMS ATHLETICS

The winter season is in full swing here at Beach Middle School. Wres-tling and girls’ basketball and are un-derway and the swim season is com-ing to a close. They will compete in the MISCA Championships at the end of the month.

If you have the opportunity, please come out and see our winter sports in action!

Information on spring sports will be sent out in mid to late March.

As always, GO BULLDOGS! Jason Morris jmorris@chelsea.k12.mi.us Beach Middle School Athletic Director

Student Opportunities At Beach

IMPORTANT

8TH GRADE PARENT HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM

MEETING

Monday, February 3 On Monday, February 3, the Chelsea High School Counse-lors will visit our 8th grade students with 9th grade curricu-lum information and course request packets. The course re-quest sheets are due back to their 1st hour teachers by Fri-day, February 7. This is the beginning stage of preparing our 8th grade students for their high school experience. Also, on Monday, Febru-ary 3, there will be an 8th grade parent and son/daughter meet-ing at the Chelsea High School beginning at 7:00 PM in the Commons. The CHS staff will inform our 8th grade parents of all the curriculum opportunities of-fered next year. A letter from the high school was mailed home in January with all the details.

DEADLINE FOR ALL

8TH GRADE STUDENT ’S COURSE REQUEST FORMS IS FRIDAY,

FEBRUARY 7, 1ST HOUR.

GEOGRAPHY BEE

Think you know geogra-

phy? These students sure did, as they competed against their class-mates in the National Geographic Geography Bee. Each student was asked seven questions in areas like “Weird, but True” and “State Nick-names”. They correctly answered more questions than their class-mates, and are now going on to compete in the Beach Finals on Jan-uary 29.

Those competing are Drew Watson, Jack Jordan, Leo Baushke, Nic Peale, Ronan King, Mire Hunter, Jake Gietzen, Jane Eber-hardt, Konner Hewitt, Josh Levine, Nate Christian, Jack Orlandi, Jacob Paul, Luke Tropea, Max Herter, Cameron Proos, Sophia Pieter, Da-vid Eder, Ken Lynn, George Ham-mig, Gavin Taylor, Connor Zatko-vich, and Lillian Snyder.

The winner of the Beach competition will then go on and take a qualifying test for the state competition in March. Good luck, geographers!

NO SCHOOL

FEBRUARY 14 and 17

PRESIDENTS’ DAY

Beach Art Club A new art club was started up in January with an overall theme of creating "Art- Out and About". All students are welcome to come when they can on Thurs-days from 3:15 - 4:30. We will be creating projects that give back to others and the Chelsea community throughout the rest of the year. We have generated many ideas for fun activities. Come join us any Thurs-day to create something beautiful for friends, family, strangers, the school and our community. Please contact Mrs. Eder with any ques-

tions.

Student Opportunities At Beach

CHELSEA BANDS

Class of 2024 Band

Members and Families

CHS Marching Band

Camp August 3-8, 2020

The Chelsea High School Bands are excited to welcome the Class of 2024 our current 8th Grade Band Members and their families!

Plans are already under-way for the 2020-2021 Chelsea High School Bands. Marching Band Camp is scheduled to take place the week of August 3-8, 2019. We will meet all new mem-bers on Saturday August 1 for an orientation day, begin camp with the full Band on Aug. 3, and end the week with our annual car wash fundraiser scheduled to take place on Saturday August 9, 2020. There shouldn’t be any school conflicts with these dates, as all other fall sport seasons are scheduled to start after band camp. If anyone has questions or concerns regarding band camp please con-tact Mr. Catherman at rcather-

man@chelsea.k12.mi.us, or by phone at 433-2201 ext. 1404.

The color guard and drum line will begin preparations later this spring, with clinics/rehearsals taking place in May and early-June. Summer rehearsals for both the per-cussion/drum line and color guard are tentatively scheduled for July 27-31, 2020.

All high school band mem-bers will receive detailed infor-mation as each event nears this spring, and will receive a mailing this summer with detailed infor-mation including a schedule for band camp. The 2020 Bulldog Marching Band will plan our prem-ier performances in the Chelsea Fair Parade and our first home football game in August. Additional perfor-mance dates will be issued as soon as the calendar is finalized this next spring.

Please visit the Chelsea H.S. Bands web-page by going to www.chelsea.k12.mi.us, then se-lecting “Chelsea High School”, “Music”, and then Mr. Catherman’s name. This page will be updated periodically this winter and spring with rehearsal and performance dates. You can also follow the Chelsea Bands on Twitter @ChelseaHSbands.

Beach Choir News For the 7th consecutive year, BMS Choirs are proud to announce that we had students selected to perform with the State Honor's Choir! Four of our BMS State Honors Choir students represented the CSD beautifully at Michigan Music Confer-ence in Grand Rapids on January 16th. The select ensemble performed for hundreds of music educators from all over state at the grand DeVos Perfor-mance Hall. We could not be more proud of these hard-working, talented musicians! The Beach Choirs Festival Concert, featuring students in the 6th-8th grades, is Thursday, February 20, at CHS. Stu-dents should report to the HS orchestra room at 6:30 PM, dressed in uniform. The concert is at 7 PM and will feature the 6th Grade Choir, BMS Honor's Choir students, and the 7th and 8th Grade Choirs. Our 7th and 8th Grade District Cho-ral Festival is on Friday, March 6, at a location still to be determined. We are hoping for a morning time however we do not know that yet. We will take a school bus and will likely stop for a bite to eat on our return trip. We need chaperones! If you can join us, please email Ms. Miller.

Student Opportunities At Beach

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

ATTENTION 7TH GRADE

PARENTS

REMINDER -

PIZZA DELIVERY PICK-UP IS

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

BETWEEN 2:00-5:30 PM

We need 10 volunteers to help with pick up anytime between 2:00-5:00 PM on Tuesday, February 18. Please call Patti at 734-433-2202 before 11:00 AM or email:

pmusolf@chelsea.k12.mi.us.

Thank you!

We are excited to announce that Company C will be hosting the SHOWCASE OF CHOIRS once again this year. This event brings many school dis-tricts together to perform and share with our com-munity their talents.

Please join Company C on Saturday, February 29, at 7:00 PM at the Chelsea High School Auditori-um.

You will be able to purchase tickets for this event online at https://a2tix.com/events/coc-showcase-2-29-2020.

Please come out and enjoy a wonderful evening of music.

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

SRSLY Community Engagement Meeting

Tuesday, February 18

6:00-7:00pm St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea – Atrium B

Adults and youth are invited to attend the SRSLY Community Engagement Committee meet-ing. The committee will help plan spring events and community outreach! Open to anyone who wants to help with SRSLY’s mission to empower youth to live healthy, substance-free lives. No need to register – hope to see you there!

SRSLY Check Your Stats SRSLY is partnering with Project Success to visit lunches at Beach every first Monday of the month to share statistics and treats. February's stat is: 87% of Chelsea students approve of their peers be-ing drug-free (MiPHY 2018).

Guiding Good Choices' Parent Workshops SRSLY is partnering with St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea and the Community Mental Health Partner-ship of Southeast Michigan to lead free "Guiding Good Choices" parent workshops. These workshops

Help parents with communication, bonding, and set-ting rules & boundaries. Parents, guardians and/or grandparents are welcome to attend. The program works best with caregivers who have a child be-tween the ages of 9-14, but is open to anyone. The workshop includes 5 sessions, held for 2 hours once a week. This program is evidence based, and is proven to reduce youth substance abuse and other problematic behaviors. For more information, visit srslychelsea.org

WHEN: Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm - 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11

WHERE: Washington Street Education Center - Building 100

COST: FREE; $20 Registration fee required (refunded upon completion of program). Childcare available upon request.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.stjoeshealth.org/classes-and-events/guiding-good-choices-chelsea

SRSLY Youth Leadership Team Meeting

Wednesday, Jan. 19 5:15 – 6:15 PM

Washington Street Education Center Youth in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend SRSLY's youth meetings! Meetings include pizza, games, and planning upcoming SRSLY events. The Youth Leadership Team is a great way for students to learn leadership skills and build their resume! If interested, email info@srslychelsea.org

2019-20 YEARBOOK

ON SALE!

Yearbooks are on sale for $27. For $32, your child’s name can be embossed on the front cover. This makes a great gift idea for your student. The year-book is hardcover completely in color. All sorts of activities will be included, such as sports, clubs, spirit days, and candid student pictures. Don’t be left out! Forms are available at the office, from Mrs. Wagoner or Ms. Elkins You can also order on-line from the yearbook sec-tion of the Beach Middle School homepage. Beginning February 25 the cost will be $30.00 and names cannot be added. Please make checks payable to Beach Middle School.

HOMEWORK

HOT PAGE

Please be aware that

your child’s home-

work is posted each

afternoon on our

Homework Hot page.

This can be located

on our Beach

webpage

STUDENT

ATTENDANCE

It is important for you

to call the Beach office

on the day your child is absent,

in order to excuse them from

school. Please notify the office

before 9:00 AM by calling 433-

2200 X 2010. This is a 24/7 ab-

sentee voicemail box.

Do you have a change in

contact information? If you have

a new address, telephone, cell,

work phone or emergency con-

tact, please call the Beach office.

Also, please make sure your

email address is correct. All cor-

respondence, including our

newsletter, is sent out through

email.

MEDICATION AT SCHOOL

Please be aware that all

medication must be brought to

the office when the student en-

ters the school building, in-

cluding any non-prescribed

medication. Non-prescribed

AND prescription medication

must accompany a Chelsea

School District Medication Pre-

scriber/Parent Authorization

form available at the office.

Prescription medication must

be in the prescribed bottle OR

have the physician’s signature

on this form. Under no circum-

stances should students dis-

tribute medication to other

students. This is very im-

portant for the safety of our

Beach Middle

School stu-

dents. Thank

you for your

support!

SCHOOL CLOSING

INFORMATION

In case of inclement weather, please call

433-2275 to check for school cancellations. School closing infor-mation will also be posted on

the Chelsea District website at: www.chelsea.k12.mi.us. Even-

ing activities are cancelled when school is cancelled.

2019-20 Daily Bell Schedule

Zero Hour 7:35-8:10

Passing Time 8:05-8:10

1st Hour 8:10-9:10

2nd Hour 9:14-10:14

3rd Hour 10:18-11:18

A Lunch 11:22-11:52

4th Hour/A 11:54-12:54

4th Hour/B 11:22:-11:52

B Lunch 11:53-12:23

4th Hour/B 12:24-12:54

4th Hour/C 11:22-12:22

C Lunch 12:24-12:54

5th Hour 12:58-1:58

6th Hour 2:09-3:02

IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS

February 2020 Beach MS Calendar

January 28………….…..…7th Grade Pizza Fundraiser orders and money due @ 9:00 AM

January 30……………………...………………...Parent/Teacher Conferences 3:45-7:00 PM

3……………………..….……….……………BB-B @ Jackson/BB-G-7 vs. Jackson/4:30 PM

3…………………..…..……...8th Grade Parent Meeting w/Mr. Kapolka @ CHS Aud/7:00 PM

4…………………………………………………...…...Wrestling vs. Lincoln/SEC Tri/4:15 PM

5………………………………………….……....BB-B vs. Ypsilanti/BB-G-7 @ Pinckney/4:15

6………………………………………………………………………..….Wrestling @ Bedford

10……………………………………………......BB-B @ Lincoln/BB-G-7 vs. Adrian/4:15 PM

11……………………………………………….………………..Wrestling vs. Jackson/4:15 PM

12…………………………………………………….……………..STUDENT COUNT DAY

12……………………………………..……..BB-B vs. Monroe/BB-G-7 @ Tecumseh/4:15 PM

13…………………..……………HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS- DISMISSED AT 11:21 AM

13………………………………………………………….…...Wrestling @ Tecumseh/4:15 PM

14………………………………………………….………..NO SCHOOL/Presidents’ Weekend

15…………….…….Wrestling @ Holt Invitational-9:00 AM/Science Olympiad Invite @ U/M

17…………………………………………………...……....NO SCHOOL/Presidents’ Weekend

18………………………………………………………..……..Wrestling vs. Pinckney/4:15 PM

18……………………………...….7th-8th BMS Band and Orchestra Festival Concert/7:00 PM

18…………………………………......7th grade PIZZA KITS PICK UP/Café/2:00-5:00 PM

19………………………….……………..……...BB-B @ Dexter/BB-G-7 vs. Monroe/4:15 PM

20………………………………..……………….BB-B vs. Saline/BB-G-7 @ Lincoln/4:15 PM

20…………………………..……………….……6th-8th BMS Choir Concert/CHS Aud/7:00 P

22…………………………………………………….………...Science Olympiad @ Holt Invite

24…………………………………………….BB-B @ Bedford/BB-G-7 vs. Ypsilanti/4:15 PM

26…………………………………………………………………..BB-G-7 @ Jackson/4:15 PM

27…………………………BMS Parent Series—Teen Pressure @ BMS Media Center/6:30 PM

29………………………………………………………………...…………Quiz Bowl @ Saline

29…………………………………………………………………..Wrestling @ Jackson Jr.Jaws

CHSSOFTBALL

Join us for a spaghetti dinner and fun-filled evening including a silent auction and support

the CHS Softball team!

All you-can-eat spaghetti, salad and breadsticks (courtesy of Thompson’s Pizzeria), dessert and beverages.

Friday February 21st, 20204:30pm to 8:30pm

Chelsea High School Commons

(Also an evening of CHS vs Dexter Basketball!)

Cost: $10.00 per person or $30 for a family of 4Follow us on Facebook at Chelsea High School Softball, and on Twitter: @dawg_softball