A Reminder

Hello everyone,

     Please remember that tomorrow, Tuesday, September 12 is Picture Day here at BEMS. Students should come in prepared to get their photos taken; this will be the image used in the yearbook as well. Tomorrow evening is Open House (Back to School Night) from 6:00 – 7:00; come in and meet your teachers and get to see what their classrooms are like. This is not a conference night, and it is too early in the year to really discuss students' grades in any depth, but it is a chance to say hello and ask a few questions. Join us!

     If you have any questions ahead of time, please feel free to email.

Regards,
Mr. DeMaris

In Memory

We will not forget.

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Kokonut Kapers — A Komedy!

Hello Everyone,

     Tonight, our drama club puts on their performance of Kokonut Kapers, a classic comedy fit for all ages. They have worked long and hard to put this show together, so you should drive out and see the fruits of their labors. The play starts at 7:00 tonight in the Lowlands Gym here at BEMS.

     If you cannot attend this evening, I certainly hope you can make it tomorrow (Friday) night! The show is at the same time and same place. Bring the family, bring your friends, and have a good time.

     Finally, tomorrow is PICTURE RETAKE DAY. If you missed your shot last month, or you didn't like the way you looked, or you just want to get a better look for the yearbook, this is your chance. Dress well, smile brightly, and enjoy!

Sincerely,
Mr. DeMaris

Homecoming!

Hey Everyone,

     Even though it is not technically a middle school event, if you are in the area and want something to do tonight, get over to the high school. Tonight is the homecoming football game, and many of our kids will be there to cheer and support their fellow Scots. You should join them! The game starts at 7:00, and they have plenty of hot food and drink to keep you warm in the stands.

     In other news, our eighth grade girls won 6-2 against Westbrook tonight, after the seventh grade girls won 9-0 (I think). How's that for some quality playing?

Go Scots!
Mr. DeMaris

Yearbooks are on sale!

Good evening!

You can preorder your yearbook at last! The Yearbook Club is going to spend the next several months designing and building this year's book, which we will print courtesy of Jostens. Every year, we pour the heart and soul of the Bonny Eagle experience into this beautiful publication, and it can be yours for only $25.00 in hardcover, or $20.00 in softcover.

But, from now until Columbus Day, there is a SALE going on! You can get 16% off hardcovers and 20% off softcovers if you order online or in person before or on October 10th. That's $4.00 off either option!

Buy now while prices are low, and guarantee yourself a book of memories that you will cherish for a lifetime. Order at http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A03296105 or in person in Room 83, right above the office. You can pay online with credit card, or you can pay with cash or check in person. Make checks payable to BEMS Yearbook.

Buying a yearbook supports your school and gives you something you can enjoy for years to come. Take the time; order a book.

Sincerely,
Mr. DeMaris

A Fundraiser

Hello All,

I have copied the text of a letter sent out to parents of some eighth grade students here at BEMS, and I encourage you to read it and consider donating to this project. 3D printing is a ridiculously futuristic idea that we can actually use in school and people are using in all kinds of fields in the work force. Toy companies print complex toy parts; engineering companies print machines. Just recently, doctors have begun printing artificial jawbones for bone cancer patients, an incredible way to improve the lives of many people. Here, we have a chance to introduce our students to the technology that is changing their world.

Please read, and consider.

Regards,
Mr. DeMaris

Dear Parents,

This year we have an exciting opportunity to develop a more technologically-based learning experience. In Math classes this year, students are learning about Geometric Transformations, and may apply their knowledge by using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software to create designs that can be printed on a 3D printer.

3D printing is an incredible new technology that allows students to turn a computerized design into a real-life object. In Math classes students can simulate real-world problems involving the volumes of cones, cylinders, and spheres. In Science classes, students can develop models to describe the atomic composition of simple molecules and extended structures. With these experiences the possibilities have few bounds beyond the imagination of our students.

While we do have access to a 3D printer, a single print for one student can take several hours, and with that printer designated to the whole school, this limits our ability to maximize the capabilities of our project. In June, we started a fundraising effort on DonorsChoose.org to get a 3D printer dedicated for 8th grade student work. However, the deadline for donations is approaching fast (Oct 15, 2016), and we are still only half-funded.

Our students are tremendously excited by this wonderful opportunity, but our finances are limited.

Any donation you can provide will go a long way towards making our dream a reality.

By contributing through DonorsChoose using this link or by scanning the QR code below with your phone - http://goo.gl/bpr1c2 - you will be helping your children to develop their skills with this fun and engaging classroom resource to succeed in an increasingly technological world. Thank you so much for your support!

Sincerely,

Oisin O’Searcoid

Mathematics

8th Grade

Bonny Eagle Middle School

Open House Tonight!

Hello Everyone!

     Tonight is Open House, or Back to School Night, at Bonny Eagle Middle School. We in Clan Barclay are excited to welcome you into our little wing of the building, and we hope you attend. The event runs from 6:00 – 7:00 PM; we will be in our classrooms right up the front stairs of the building. Come in, come up, and see where your children spend their time this year.

     Remember, this is not a conference night — we don't know your children very well yet, and the year is just beginning. Rather, this is a chance to meet and greet teachers and other parents and get a feel for how the year will go. Conferences will take place later in November.

     We hope to see you there!

With Anticipation,

Mr. DeMaris

The Coming Week

Hi Guys,

You need to know three things about next week, May 30 – June 3.

1. Monday is Memorial Day, if you hadn't already heard, so it is a day off school. Take some time to consider who has given you the opportunities you have today and the freedom you so often take for granted. Show some respect and appreciation for those who have fought and fallen for your opportunities.

2. Wednesday, June 1, is the due date for the Final Project; make sure you proofread carefully and answer all the parts of each question. Some leeway can be given if you really need more time, but I have to grade all of these carefully before June 10, so I can't have everyone waiting until the last minute; I will literally not have enough time to grade your work, which will leave you on the list of potential candidates for Summer Academy. Don't do that to yourself, and don't do it to me.

3. Thursday, June 2, is laptop takeback day. MAKE SURE you save anything from the laptop you ever want to see again. These machines will be taken and shipped back to Apple once they have been processed, and you will never see them again. You will be issued a new laptop, essentially identical to your current one, once you get to the high school. Please remove all stickers, decals, cases, and any other additions to the laptop before you bring it in on Thursday.

Have a lovely weekend; Saturday looks to be a perfect day, Sunday a transitioning mix, and Memorial Day itself a rainy mess. Enjoy what you can and have some fun. And remember — rainy days are great for sitting with a good book… and finishing your project!

Regards,
Mr. DeMaris

Buy a Yearbook by June 1

To guarantee you get a yearbook, buy one by June 1! Order online at jostens.com, keyword Bonny Eagle Middle School, or bring cash or check to Room 83. Make checks to BEMS or BEMS Yearbook. Guarantee your copy of this year's memories, now in full color through and through!

Yearbook distribution will take place in early June.

—Mr. DeMaris

Snow Day!

Hello All,

     There is no school today for MSAD #6; Bonny Eagle Middle School is closed due to the sudden arrival of an impending snowstorm. Enjoy your impromptu three-day weekend, and stay safe! The staff-student basketball game scheduled for today will be rescheduled for Thursday of next week.

Sincerely,
Mr. DeMaris

Friday!

Hello All!

     Friday is a Hat Day, so be sure to bring in a dollar and your favorite hat. The money will go toward a Hannaford gift card to support a local family who recently suffered a traumatic event. Please remember this — it is important.

     Friday morning is also the staff-student basketball game! The eighth grade boys' and girls' teams will compete against the staff to see who is really the best, and who has the most fans. Staff:  make sure you wear white! Students:  bring your A-game and, don't forget, your hats!

Excitedly,

Mr. DeMaris

Yearbook Clarification

Hello All,

     I have gotten a couple questions recently about yearbooks, so I figure it makes sense to announce this to all staff rather than field the same questions more than once. I apologize for intruding on your inbox, but here is the yearbook scoop.

     You have two options for yearbooks — hardcover and (new this year!) paperback. The paperback version is the exact same yearbook, with the same sized pages, and the same content. The only differences? It has a soft cover instead of a binder board cover, and it costs five dollars less!

     Hardcover yearbooks cost $23, two dollars less than last year, and paperback yearbooks cost $18 — that's over 25% off last year's prices! Yearbooks are all full color this year, too, so your vibrant Bonny Eagle classroom and event decor will shine from the pages in all its glory.

     To buy a yearbook, either go to jostens.com and search Bonny Eagle Middle School (here is a link — http://bit.ly/1OQNDSc) or bring a check (made out to BEMS) or cash to me upstairs in Room 83. I'll give receipts for cash and check purchases, so students can get confirmation home that their order is secure.

     Thank you for your patience, and let me know if you have any further questions!

Best,

Mr. DeMaris

Yearbooks and Book Sale

Hey All!

     This is the LAST WEEK of the discount sale on yearbooks; after this, prices go up again. Buy one now! We still need to purchase many more to make our payment quota to Jostens, so go online and order away.

     After you buy a yearbook, if you have any funds left, bring a few bucks in cash tomorrow (Wednesday) and look through the Scholastic Book Fair down in the library. During Language Arts class, interested student can go peruse the sale and buy books of interest to them.

     The staff beat the students 4–1 in the soccer game this afternoon. The scores were split 3–1 for the girls' half and 1–0 for the boys' half. Muddy J. and Grady J., among others, represented Clan Barclay well in the match, but Mr. Robertson and the rest of the staff were simply too powerful for them. All played well, although I think if we had refs they would have called a few dangerous or off-sides plays. Good game!

Exuberantly,

Mr. DeMaris

Week in Preview

Hello All,

     This week we continue reading short stories, finishing the seasonal set with "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allen Poe. We will discuss the stories, compare them, and write about them over the course of the week.

     In news this week, tomorrow (Tuesday) is picture retake day. If you are retaking pictures, dress for it; Barclay clan sends students down right after Allied Arts at 9:30. Wednesday is a late arrival for students; school starts at 9:10 instead of 7:10. Students can also visit the book fair on Wednesday.

     Wednesday night is the second round of conferences; parents who signed up will attend and discuss student progress and behavior so far this year. If parents did not get a chance to attend a conference, they may email Mrs. Davis and ask if we have any other times available.

     Remember, Yearbooks are still on sale for discounted prices this week only. Take advantage of this, and buy one while they are cheaper! Remember, you only experience your year once; remember it forever with a yearbook!

Sincerely,

Mr. DeMaris

Yearbooks are on Sale!

Happy news, everyone!

     Yearbooks are on sale at jostens.com! For the month of October ONLY, they are $21.00 for hardcover and $16.00 for paperback. Prices WILL increase starting November. Buy one now, while prices are low. Yearbooks are FULL COLOR this year — no more black-and-white. Filled with pictures of your friends, classmates, teachers, and experiences, this year's book is a vivid collection of all the greatest memories of the Bonny Eagle Middle School experience.

     You only get to experience your year once. Remember it forever with a yearbook!

     Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Buy a yearbook!

Cheerfully,

Mr. DeMaris

Chess

Hello Students,

     You should join chess club. We meet after school on Wednesdays (like today!) in Room 98, over in MacCallum clan. All skill levels are welcome, and we'll even teach you a few tricks to beat your friends and family at the game!

     We look forward to seeing you on Wednesdays!

Sincerely,

Mr. DeMaris

Dance Tonight

Hello All,

     Remember that there is a dance tonight from 6:30 – 8:30 at Bonny Eagle Middle School; all 7th and 8th graders are welcome to attend.

     Right now were are at halftime on a tight boys' soccer game against Gorham, and they are up 1—0. Enjoy your four day weekend, and enjoy all the fun you can have in the crisp, fall air!

Sincerely,

Mr. DeMaris

Dances and Dismissals

Hello Everyone,

     This is a friendly reminder that on Thursday of this week, October 8, there is a school dance for seventh and eighth grade students from 6:30 – 8:30 here at Bonny Eagle Middle School. The second gym will be open for activities as well.

     On Friday, October 9, students have no school; this is a teacher in-service day, so we will be here working on some professional development instead. This means this coming weekend is a four-day weekend, as Columbus Day is the following Monday. Enjoy your last long weekend of the fall season; you don't get another until Thanksgiving!

Sincerely,

Mr. DeMaris

Late Arrival Tomorrow

Hello Everyone,

     Remember tomorrow's schedule; students have a two-hour delay while staff attend professional development meetings. Students, this means your bus will show up two hours later than usual, and homeroom will begin at 9:10. Keep this in mind, especially if it is raining outside.

     You will still have all your classes; this is a shortened class day, not a missing class day.

Sincerely,

Mr. DeMaris

Soccer vs. Windham

Hello Sports Fans and Scots!

     Tonight we have games versus Windham at home and away; the boys play here at Bonny Eagle at 4:30, while the girls are away at Windham at the same time. If you are in either neighborhood, stop in and cheer on your Scots! Several Barclay students are on the team. We beat Windham last year, and we can do it again.

Go Scots!

Mr. DeMaris