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22 February 2019

From Our Principals……..

BMS welcomed Frank Macon, Tuskegee Airman, and Elizabeth Harper, HPS alumni and author, on February 20!

Sometimes history is made by a dyslexic, mischievous boy who hates school, is a descendant of one of Frederick Douglass’ half-sisters, and whose Pops was a Buffalo Soldier. In I Wanted to be a Pilot, one of the less than 100 living Documented Original Tuskegee Airman, Franklin J. Macon, tells the lively stories of how he overcame life’s obstacles to become a Tuskegee Airman. Soar through history with Franklin as he conquers dyslexia, finds mischief, and grows up to change the course of America. Readers laugh at Frank’s childhood antics, while being reminded that disabilities like Frank’s dyslexia, repeating a grade in school, and other hardships can be overcome. I Wanted to be a Pilot encourages kids to recognize history, reach for their dreams, and even make their own toys as they are reminded of the great strength and determination of the men and women who came before them.

Wednesday, many BMS students had the chance to hear Frank speak about his life and his struggles in an interactive interview with Elizabeth Harper, the author who helped Frank record his story in this book. Frank shared his wisdom (and antics) with our students. If you’d like to know more about Frank and the Tuskegee Airmen, please find his book on his website-- or ask one of the many students who participated to borrow their copy!

Visit franklinmacon.com for more information about book sales and Frank’s life!

Classwork If you are looking for information about what the homework is for math, when the next test is in science, how to study for social studies, or what your student is doing in each class every day, check out the Classwork Connection. Each week, all teachers will update this for your planning and information. Students and parents should check it out! Once you have visited, bookmark this page for easy reference, anytime.

SPECIAL OF THE DAY:

Monday, Feb. 25 Walking Taco, Beef Taco Meat, Nacho Cheese Doritos, Shredded Cheese Tuesday, Feb. 26 Bosco Breadsticks (2) with Spaghetti Sauce, Curly Fries, Cole Slaw

Wednesday, Feb. 27 Deli Sandwich Bar with all of the fixings!

Thursday, Feb. 28 Asian Chicken Bowl, Popcorn Chicken, Brown Rice, General Two Sauce, Baked Fries

Friday, Mar. 1 Classic Pasta Bar, Homemade Meat Sauce, Plain Spaghetti Sauce, Rotini Pasta, Garlic Toast, California Blend Veggies

Menu - Feb. 18 - 22…

LOST AND FOUND

We have many items that would like to have their owners come and find them. During Parent-Teacher Conferences please take a look to see if anything looks familiar to you that might belong to your student. March 1st the items will be packed up and donated to charity.

Tuesday, Feb. 26 Parent/Teacher Conferences - 5-9pm

Freshman Orientation for current 8th graders 7pm in the Freshman Campus Aud. This is for parents AND students. This night would be mainly for Riley St. Middle School. You can attend either night with the understanding you might not receive your orientation packet, but it will be delivered to your 8th grader at school the day after their school’s event.

Wednesday, Feb. 27 Freshman Orientation for current 8th graders 7pm in the Freshman Campus Aud. This is for parents AND students. This night would be mainly for Baldwin St. Middle School. You can attend either night with the understanding you might not receive your orientation packet, but it will be delivered to your 8th grader at school the day after their school’s event.

Thursday, Feb. 28 BMS 7th & 8th grade bands will be traveling to Jenison for MSBOA D10 Band Festival

BMS 8th grade orchestra going to MSBOA Festival

Parent/Teacher Conferences - 3:15-7:15pm

Friday, March 29 - Friday, April 5 Spring Break

Monday, April 8 Classes Resume

Upcoming Events…

Media Center Matters…

The Scholastic BOGO Book Fair is coming soon! From March 18-22 we will be hosting this event in the Media Center, just in time to grab some great spring break reads, or to stock up on Summer reading materials. If you are interested in helping out and have completed a background check, please contact Lori Bolhuis by email (lbolhuis@hpseagles.net) or call 669-7750. You can begin online shopping at:

http://www.scholastic.com/bf/baldwinstreetmiddleschool1

SPRING SPORTS INFORMATION

Signups for spring sports which include Track & Field, Girls Soccer (tryouts) and Boys Tennis will be available beginning the week of February 25th with practices beginning the week of March 18th. All athletes must have a sports physical, athletic code and pay to participate fee on file before the first day of practices/tryouts - soccer players don't have to pay the participation fee until they find out if they made the team.

Choir Chat…Monday, March 4, the 6th grade choir will be performing for visiting 5th grade elementary students. The performance will take place in the morning during the students’ choir hour. Students will need to wear their choir polos, jeans and closed toe shoes to school that day.

Wednesday, March 6, the 7th and 8th grade choirs will be performing at District Choral Festival. We will leave school at 1:30 p.m. and return at approximately 5:15 p.m. The choirs’ performance is at 3:40 p.m. at the West Ottawa Performing Arts Center. The students are required to wear their black and white formal uniforms that day. A detailed communication with more information was sent home earlier this week. We still need chaperones to accompany us to the festival. Please contact Mrs. Scott if you are available.

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PLEASE VOTE TUESDAY, MAY 7ANNUAL OPERATING MILLAGE RENEWAL PROPOSAL

On May 7, Hudsonville School parents and community members will have the chance to vote on our annual Non-Homestead Millage renewal. This is an annual renewal request that voters have approved for the past 24 years and, if approved, would generate approximately $4.8 million dollars of operating revenue for our school district. Please note, this is not a tax on primary residences and is not a new tax.

Official ballot language is as follows:

Hudsonville Public Schools Operating Millage Renewal Proposal

This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance.

Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Hudsonville Public Schools, Ottawa and Allegan Counties, Michigan, be increased by 18 mills ($18.00 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for the year 2019, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2019 is approximately $4,850,000 (this is a renewal of millage that expired with the 2018 tax levy)?

IF YOU HAVE A CURRENT 5TH GRADER WHO WILL BE ATTENDING BALDWIN STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL NEXT YEAR:

Items advertised in this section are meant for information to our community members. These activities are not sponsored or affiliated with Hudsonville Public Schools.

Parent Presentation The Digital Culture of Kids Today

Protect Young Eyes wants to give busy parents and tech-

savvy kids the information and tools they need to use technology awesomely. The Protect Young Eyes team, led by Founder Chris McKenna, presents around the country,

and is featured regularly on local news, podcasts, and radio stations for their in-depth research.

When: Monday, March 18, 6:30-8:30pm Where: Fair Haven Church in Hudsonville, MI Questions? Contact: lori@fhchurch.org Please visit: www.protectyoungeyes.com today!

How much screen time is too much?

When do I talk to my kids about “that”?

Should I give my 13-year-old Instagram?

How do I control this Chromebook?

What are the risks surrounding Snapchat?

What would I say if I found my son looking at porn?

What is the right age for a smartphone?

My kid uses an Xbox for hours. Is that bad?

What’s this musical.ly thing and should I be concerned?

I hear the brain is impacted by tech use. Can you explain?

Help! I’m clueless with technology.

What are the best solutions to control an iPhone?

What’s the latest trend in apps right now?

The Heritage Christian School Spring Children's Clothing and Toy Sale will be held on Saturday, March 9 from 9am - 12:00. Items for sale include infant to teen clothing, outdoor/indoor toys, sports gear, books, games, shoes, sandals, baby equipment, maternity and more. Delicious baked goods are also for sale! We are now accepting cash, check and credit cards. Located in the large gym at Heritage Christian at 6340 Autumn Dr., Hudsonville. Hope to see you there!

BOARD GAME CLUB

The Baldwin Street Board Game Club will begin on Monday, February 25 from 2:45-3:45. They will be meeting in the art room (room 115). This is sponsored and brought to BMS by South Blendon Reformed Church. You MUST have permission to attend and slips are in the office!

Community Clipboard…