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BCMS Friday News 12.5.25

Posted Date: 12/05/25 (03:00 PM)


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BCMS Friday News

12/5/25

BCMS Family Update

Happy Friday, BCMS Families,

December is an exciting month at BCMS, and we are thrilled to highlight several upcoming events and celebrations in our school community.

Concert Season Is Here!
Our winter performance season begins next week, and we could not be more proud of the hard work, dedication, and growth our student musicians have shown. We hope you will join us in supporting them at one—or all—of our upcoming concerts:
  • Band Concert: Tuesday, December 9th
  • Choir Concert: Tuesday, December 16th
  • Strings Concert: Wednesday, December 17th
These evenings are always a special reminder of the talent and creativity our students bring to BCMS.

Winter Sports Are Underway!
Our wrestling team opened their season with two matches this week—congratulations to all our wrestlers on a strong start! Next week, we look forward to kicking off our basketball season with the first games of the year. Our home basketball games also feature our dance and cheer teams performing.

Practice and game schedules can be found in the Friday News below. We encourage families to come out and cheer on our Falcons throughout the winter season.

Talent Show Success
This week’s Talent Show was a wonderful celebration of student creativity, courage, and collaboration. Our performers and backstage crew put together a fantastic event, and we are incredibly proud of their efforts. Congratulations to all who participated!
We are already looking ahead to the **Spring Musical, Shrek Jr.—**and we cannot wait to see what our talented students create next.

Attention 8th Grade Families
Applications for VoTech and SALA/SMSA are now open. If your student is considering these programs or you need assistance with the application process, please reach out to your child’s guidance counselor. We are here to support you every step of the way.
Thank you for your continued support of our students and our school. We hope you have a restful and enjoyable weekend!

Dr. Stanton, Principal

Important Dates & Calendar of Activities

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Important Dates

DECEMBER
9 - Winter Band Concert
10 - Panera Dine to Donate Fundraiser for Music Dept.
16 - Winter Choir Concert
17 - Winter Strings Concert
23 - Single Session Day
24 - School Closed -Winter Break
25 - School Closed -Winter Break
26 - School Closed -Winter Break
27 - School Closed -Winter Break
28 - School Closed -Winter Break
29 - School Closed -Winter Break
30 - School Closed -Winter Break
31 - School Closed -Winter Break
 

Student Athletics/Clubs Calendar

**Late Bus leaves at 4:45 P.M. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. **

Monday 12/8
8th Grade Art Club - 7:15 A.M.
Student Council General Meeting - 7:10 A.M.
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Boys Basketball Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Cheer Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Choir Rehearsal - 3:00 - 4:30 P.M.
D&D Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Dance Team Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Drama Club (Shrek Jr.) Cast and Crew Meeting - 3:10 P.M. - 4:35 P.M.
Girls Basketball - No Practice
MathCounts - 3:10 P.M. - 4:35 P.M.
Wrestling Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Tuesday 12/9
8th Grade Art Club - 7:15 A.M.
Chord on Blues - 7:00 A.M.
Yearbook Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Band Concert - 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Boys Basketball - No Practice
Cheer Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Dance Team Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Girls Away Game @ JP Case Middle - 4:00 P.M.
Wrestling Away Match @ William Annin - 4:00P.M.

Wednesday 12/10
8th Grade Art Club - 7:15 A.M.
Chamber Orchestra - 7:00 A.M.
Falcon Gazette - 7:00 A.M.
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Boys Basketball Away Game @ Summit - 4:00 P.M.
Cheer Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
D&D Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Dance Team Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Drama Club (Shrek Jr.) All Cast - 3:10 P.M. - 4:35 P.M.
Girls Basketball Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Strings Rehearsal - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Wrestling Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Yearbook Club - 315 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Thursday 12/11
8th Grade Art Club - 7:15 A.M.
Peer Leaders - 7:15 A.M.
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Boys Basketball - No Practice
Cheer Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Dance Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Girls Basketball Home Game - 4:00 P.M.
Wrestling Home Match - 4:00 P.M.

Friday 12/12
8th Grade Art Club - 7:15 A.M.
MathCounts - 7:05 A.M.
Morning Management Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Boys Basketball Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Cheer - No Practice
Dance Team - No Practice
Girls Basketball Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Wrestling Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

BCMS Student Activities

BCMS Talent Show

The BCMS Talent Show, Mystery at Stanton Manor, was a smashing success! Congratulations to the entire cast and crew and a huge thank you to Ms. Mileto and Ms. Gelnaw for all of their hard work to make it all happen!
Three people in costumes stand on a stage with a black curtain backdrop.
A person in a red jacket stands on a stage in front of a screen.
 

7th Grade Study Skills

Students in Wronski and Formus’s Study Skills used a brain dump strategy to review for their upcoming Islam assessment.
A group of students looks out a large window at the sky.

News & Announcements

Panera Dine to Donate Fundraiser for BCMS Music Dept. - 12/10

The BCMS Music Department is holding a fundraiser next Wednesday, December 10th at Panera in Raritan. Please either print this flyer or show a digital copy and the BCMS Music Dept. will receive 30% of all net sales towards our Spring Music in the Parks trip. If you are using the app, please use code FUND4U. Thank you for your support of our program!
Panera Bread fundraising flyer with a sandwich and soup, promoting a BCMS Music Department event.
 

Thankful Threads Clothing Drive

A poster encourages donations of gently used winter clothing items.
 

Games Squad - Morning Club

Games Squad is a great club for any student in grade 6-8 interested in starting off their morning with a little fun! Students are encouraged to bring their favorite board games or card games to each session.

During the one hour sessions, students will teach each other how to play new games, engage in friendly competitions, and meet new friends. If your child is interested in joining, please fill out this permission slip. 

Here is the link to the permission form.
 

Yearbook Club

Snap It. Share It. See It in the Yearbook!
Yearbook Photographers can't be everywhere, so we want your best photos from school events, games, and fun moments. 

Send in your own photos to Yearbook Snap! → Staff, Parents, and Students!
 
Visit Yearbook Snap and enter the access code “Branchburg25”. 
Alternatively, you can download the mobile app from the App Store or Google Play. 
It's easy; submit your photos today!

*Please Note - Submitted photos are not guaranteed a spot in the yearbook.
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The 2025-2026 Yearbooks are officially on sale!
 
Celebrate the highlights, achievements, and fun moments of our students by ordering your yearbook today. Don't miss out on this keepsake that your child will cherish for years to come.
 
Yearbooks will be sold online only for $36.00, before personalization and add-ons.  This is an early bird special! The deadline for ordering at this price is January 27, 2026.
 
 

Somerville High School Music Booster Association Fundraiser

The SHSMBA will be holding a fundraiser at Applebee's in Bridgewater on 12/7/25 for their Spring music trip. Please click the flyer linked below to purchase tickets online. You can just put N/A in the "student name" line when you purchase tickets. All of the funds raised will go to help support the music program at Somerville High School. Thank you!
Applebee's flyer for a Flapjack Fundraiser breakfast to support Somerville High School Music Boosters.
 

Somerville High School December Choir Events

A festive event schedule for December, featuring a list of events with dates and times.
 

Attention 8th Grade Parents - Info. Regarding Transition to High School

The 8th grade Back to School presentation is linked here. Please review it for important information regarding the transition to High School for your 8th grader.
 

Free/Reduced Lunch Application

A friendly reminder, the free/reduced lunch application must be re-submitted each year and does not automatically renew. A copy of the application can be found on our district website at : https://www.branchburg.k12.nj.us/student-lunch-forms
 

Lost and Found

Please remind your child to check the lost and found table located in the rear of the cafeteria for any lost items. Items that are not claimed in a timely manner will be donated.
A collection of clothing, water bottles, and a basketball bag on a table.
 

PTO Spirit Wear Store

The BCMS PTO spirit wear store is now open year-round! Orders will be delivered to your child's homeroom teacher on a bi-monthly basis.


STORE UPDATE: The store will be taking a Holiday Break after Thanksgiving to allow for orders to be delivered before the holidays! Make sure to place your orders by December 1st for delivery in time for the Holidays! AND be on the lookout in January for our new designs!
 

Reminders/Quick Links

Branchburg Community Bulletin Board

Please click here to check out the Branchburg Community Bulletin Board on our district webpage.
 
Text lists the values of Falcon PRIDE: Preparedness, Responsibility, Integrity, Diligence, and Respect.