Dear BCMS Families,
As we head into the long weekend, I would like to wish all of our families a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. Memorial Day is an important opportunity for us to pause and reflect on the meaning of the holiday as we honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Please remember that school will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of the holiday.
Today, our Student Council held elections for the upcoming school year. Throughout the day, candidates presented speeches during grade-level assemblies and did an outstanding job representing themselves, their ideas, and their leadership qualities in front of their peers We were incredibly impressed by the confidence, preparation, and school spirit demonstrated by all of the students who chose to run for leadership positions. We are fortunate to have so many students willing to step forward and help make BCMS a positive place for everyone.
I hope everyone enjoys the long weekend and has an opportunity to relax and spend time with family and friends as we continue through these final weeks of the school year.
Take care,
Dr. Stanton
Have a great weekend!
Dr. Stanton
Principal, BCMS
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MAY
22 - Single Session - Staff Professional Development
25 - SCHOOL CLOSED - Memorial Day
27 - Incoming 6th Grade Parent Orientation - 6:30 P.M.
27 - District Wide Homework Free Night
29 - Incoming 6th Grade Student Orientation
29 - 8th Grade Mixer at Somerville High School
JUNE
3 - 8th Grade End of Year Trip - Meadowbrook Country Day Camp
8 - 7th Grade Scoliosis Screenings - Boys
9 - 7th Grade Scoliosis Screenings - Girls
11 - BCMS Field Day
12 - 7th Grade Field Trip - Medieval Times
13 - 8th Grade Dinner Dance
16 - 8th Grade Picnic, 6th Grade Field Trip - Bowlero
17 - 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony - 4:30 P.M.
18 - Last Day of School
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**Late Bus leaves at 4:45 P.M. on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. **
Monday 5/25
SCHOOL CLOSED - MEMORIAL DAY
Tuesday 5/26
Chord on Blues - 7:00 A.M.
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Wednesday 5/27
Falcon Gazette - 7:00 A.M.
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Culture Club - 3:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Mindful Life Club - 3:00 - 4:45 P.M.
Thursday 5/28
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Culture Club - 3:00 - 4:30 P.M.
Friday 5/29
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Congratulations to all the students who attended the Academic Achievement Awards Breakfast on 5/21. These students were celebrated for having achieved Principal's List for the first 3 marking periods of the year. |
6th Grade
Diana A, Maisie A, Julie A, Stella B, Meadow B, Cassidy C, Ryan F, Annabelle F, Gailynn G, Savannah H, Cecilia H, Alana H, Abigail K, Sresta M, Madelyn M, Sophia M, Stamatis M, Kylie M, Akshara P, Kayla P, Harveen Kaur S., Sanjith S., Walker S., Logan T., Spencer T., Ishita T., Emma V., Gian W., Shubhi Y., Abeel Z., Elise Z.
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7th Grade
Darine A, Olivia A., Victoria C., Darcy J., Renee K., Alexis K., Audrey M., Omkar M., Penelope M., Kai M., Silas P., Sierra P., Leah P., Austin R., Aarav S., Andrew W., Asha W., Jonah Z.
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8th Grade
Lucas B., Anna B., Dabney C., Donovan C., Claire D., Gia D., Annie G., Ashwin I., Eleni K., Kaitlyn L., Stephen L., Mackenzy L., Ronin N., Khoco N., Anshi P., Stefan P., Lyric P., Keshav P., Ridhaan S., Piper S.
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Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Teen Arts Festival on Tuesday! Their art and performances were all top level! Students also watched performances from other schools and participated in arts workshops.
BCMS was represented by Visual Artists with 2D and 3D work, Chord on Blues vocalists, Chamber Orchestra, Flute, Saxophone and Clarinet Ensembles, the 8th grade String Quintet, 7th grade Filmmakers, Creative Writers and Performers from the cast of Shrek.
The festival has nominated 13 BCMS students for the NJ State Teen Arts Festival or display at the County’s Cultural & Heritage Gallery summer art show:
Congratulations to the BCMS artists who will be representing our school at the State Teen Arts Festival in Visual Arts, Film and Instrumental Music on June 2, 2026.
Visual Artists
Annie G., “The Three Little Apples” – 2D
Emma T., “Julia’s Little Pond” – 3D
Zayna A., “Sapphire Bloom” – 2D
Film Makers
Simon Piggerson, “Drama with the Contestants: EP 36”
Darcy J.
Leah P.
Sierra P.
Instrumental Music
BCMS Quintet, “Merry Go Round of Life” Howl’s Moving Castle
Dabney C.
Nick D.
Inez K.
Michael M.
Stefan P.
In addition, the Somerset County Gallery has selected artwork by two other BCMS artists to display in their gallery by:
Kira G., “Alone Again” – 2D
Nicholas H., “A Sunny Meadow” – 2D
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Hello 6th & 7th grade parents,
The 8th Grade Dinner Dance is coming up—a special evening to celebrate our soon-to-be high schoolers—and tradition says younger-grade parents step in to help make it happen. Why? So the 8th grade parents can soak it all in!
WHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 13TH
TIME: 5:00 PM
As a special incentive to 7th grade parents that sign up to chaperone, we are offering 2 additional graduation tickets for the 2027 ceremony.
Thank you in advance for your support and for helping us create a memorable night for our 8th graders!
Dance Chairs:
Ana Warren
Melanie Colasurdo
Michele Boone
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Hello 8th grade parents!
The 2026 8th Grade Dinner Dance is quickly approaching on Saturday, June 13th in the BCMS gym. Thank you to all who have already registered!
Event Details
• Parents may take photos from 5:30–6:15 PM.
• The dance will run from 5:30–9:30 PM.
• Suggested $35 parent contribution to help cover food, entertainment, and decorations.
Volunteer & Donation Opportunities
• Water Bottle Donations – Drop off Friday, June 12
Thank you in advance for your support and for helping us create a memorable night for our 8th graders!
Dance Chairs:
Ana Warren
Melanie Colasurdo
Michele Boone
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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
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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.
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Hello 8th grade parents!
The 2026 8th Grade Dinner Dance is quickly approaching on Saturday, June 13th in the BCMS gym. Thank you to all who have already registered!
Event Details
• Parents may take photos from 5:30–6:15 PM.
• The dance will run from 5:30–9:30 PM.
• Suggested $35 parent contribution to help cover food, entertainment, and decorations.
Volunteer & Donation Opportunities
• Water Bottle Donations – Drop off Friday, June 12
Thank you in advance for your support and for helping us create a memorable night for our 8th graders!
Dance Chairs:
Ana Warren
Melanie Colasurdo
Michele Boone
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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:
Join using this link:
Or join using the class code:
akvb2pc6
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.
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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. |
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