Dear BCMS Families,

As we wrap up another busy week at BCMS, I want to thank our students, staff, and families for their continued hard work and support throughout this busy spring season.

This week, students completed the writing portion of the NJSLA-A assessment. I heard positive feedback from many teachers regarding the focus and effort students demonstrated during testing. Teachers shared that many students took their time, used their scrap paper to organize their thoughts, and worked carefully through the assessment. We are proud of the maturity and effort our students showed during a secure testing environment.

We also wrapped up Teacher Appreciation Week at BCMS. Throughout the week, our staff was recognized and celebrated for the incredible work they do for students every day. We are fortunate to have such dedicated teachers and staff members who care deeply about supporting our students academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you as well to our PTO and families who helped make the week special for our staff.

As we head into the weekend, I also want to wish a very Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures in our BCMS community. We appreciate everything you do to support and care for our students each day.

Next week will be another busy week with more state testing and musical performances. Thank you for all you do at home to support our students to be ready to take on each day.

Warm regards,

Beth Stanton

Principal, BCMS

Student Council General Meeting & Primary Elections - 7:00 A.M.

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Baseball Home Game - 4:00 P.M.

Boys Lacrosse Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Girls Lacrosse - No Practice

Softball Away Game @ WAMS - 4:00 P.M.

Volleyball Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Chord on Blues - 7:00 A.M.

Jazz Band - 7:00 A.M.

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Baseball Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Boys Lacrosse Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Girls Lacrosse - No Practice

Spring Band Concert - 6:30 P.M.

Chamber Orchestra - 7:00 A.M.

Falcon Gazette - 7:00 A.M.

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Baseball Practice - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Boys Lacrosse Playoffs - TBD

Culture Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Drama Club Teen Arts Rehearsal - 3:00 - 4:30 P.M.

Girls Lacrosse Playoffs - TBD

Mindful Life Club - 3:00 - 4:45 P.M.

Volleyball Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Chord on Blues - 7:00 A.M.

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Baseball Playoffs - TBD

Drama Club Teen Arts Rehearsal - 3:00 - 4:30 P.M.

Morning Management Club - 7:00 A.M.

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Congratulations to the BCMS choir on a wonderful Spring concert performance on Wednesday, May 6th. Special thanks to Choir Director, Ms. DeVita!

A huge thank you to the Branchburg PTO for all their hard work in making our staff and teachers feel special and appreciated this week!

To the parents/guardians of all 7th grade students:

7th grade boys will be screened for scoliosis on Monday, June 8, 2026

7th grade girls will be screened for scoliosis on Tuesday June 9, 2026 

School law requires that screening for scoliosis be performed on all children between the ages of 10 and 18, every two years. Therefore, in the Branchburg Township Schools, we conduct scoliosis screenings in 5th and 7th grade. The purpose of the screening program is to detect possible curvatures of the spine in children. If the condition is detected early and appropriately treated, progressive spinal deformity may be prevented.

The screening will be conducted by the school nurse, privately in the Health Office, with the assistance of another nurse. The nurse will check your child’s back by observing it while your child is standing and bending forward. You will be contacted if there is any reason to have your child evaluated further by their doctor.

To assure a view of the spine, we will request that students privately expose their backs during screening. It is recommended that boys wear a shirt that can be easily removed. Girls should wear a bra, sports bra, bathing suit top, or camisole under a shirt or sweater.  

If you have any questions regarding the spinal screening program, please contact the school nurse.

If your child is currently under treatment for a spinal condition or if you would rather that your child NOT be screened, return the completed form below by May 29, 2026, to your child’s school nurse.  IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO RETURN THIS FORM OTHERWISE.

Thank You,

Mrs. Hoffman

BCMS School Nurse

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

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.

Hello 8th grade parents!

The 2026 8th grade dinner dance will be held on Saturday, June 13th in the BCMS gym. 

In addition, there will be volunteer opportunities to assist with decorating the night before/day of the dance.  More details will be shared soon.

Thank you in advance and thank you for your support! 

Dance Chairs:

Ana Warren

Melanie Colasurdo

Michele Boone

To support students and families throughout the transition to high school, our school counselors have created a Google Classroom that will serve as a central hub for important information, timelines, resources, and updates.

Families and students can join the Google Classroom using one of the following options:

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We strongly encourage all 8th grade families to join the classroom to stay informed and up to date as we move through the application and transition process.

If you have any questions or need assistance with applications or accessing the Google Classroom, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school counselor. We appreciate your partnership as we support our students during this important next step.

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.

Please click here to check out the Branchburg Community Bulletin Board on our district webpage.