Dear BCMS Families,
BCMS had some amazing activities this week. Please read below to see some of the highlights from this jam packed week!
Next week is our last FULL week of school. The marking period is coming to an end, there are only 6 lunches left, and field trips on the horizon. Here are a few things to pay attention to as we are closing down the week:
- Check Genesis to see if there are any missing assignments to make up before the end of the marking period.
- Check your Pay Schools lunch account balances to see if there are sufficient funds to get through the end of the school year.
- Check the status of your child's Chromebook and chargers. They will be turning them in during our final week of school.
- Check your house for any library books that need to be turned in.
We appreciate your efforts in making this a smooth close out of the year.
Have a great weekend!
Dr. Stanton
Principal, BCMS
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JUNE
8 - 7th Grade Scoliosis Screenings - Boys
9 - 7th Grade Scoliosis Screenings - Girls
10 - BCMS Field Day (updated date)
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 6/8
Painting Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Tuesday 6/9
Painting Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Wednesday 6/10
Chamber Orchestra - 7:00 A.M.
Falcon Gazette - 7:00 A.M.
Painting Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Mindful Life Club - 3:00 - 4:45 P.M.
Thursday 6/11
Painting Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Friday 6/12
Painting Club - 7:00 A.M.
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Congratulations to the BCMS artists who performed at the State Teen Arts Festival at Mercer College on Tuesday, June 2. We were represented with great skill and creativity in the Film, Instrumental Music and Visual Arts Categories. Special thanks to Mrs. Santangelo and Ms. Russo for supporting these artists as they prepared for the state festival.
Visual Artists
Annie G.
Emma T.
Zayna A.
Film Makers
Darcy J.
Leah P.
Sierra P.
Instrumental Music (String Quintet)
Dabney C.
Nick D.
Inez K.
Michael M.
Stefan P.
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On Thursday, we honored all of the students who were awarded their team's montly PRIDE award at the PRIDE breakfast. Congratulations to:
Savannah H., Chelsea R., Gian W., Sanjith S., Karla P., Logan T., Cameron H., Allan M., Alana H., Ryan F., Evan S., Cassidy C., Charlie W., Colin A., Annalise G., Stella B., Julie A., David R., Kai H., Shubhi Y., Cecilia M., Jackson K, Penelope M., Hailey M., Noah Z., Oltijon K., Suraiyaa M., Sierra P., Edward A., Alyssa F., Emily L., Scott M., Mason D., Rakim W., Giavanna O., Jonah Z., Darine A., Olivia K., Sullivan L., Jayden C., William Z., Anna B., Lexi G., Leon T., Ronin N., Claire D., Dabney C., Lucas B., Nicholas H., Aiden S.
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Student Council enjoyed an awesome day at Six Flags on Monday. BCMS earned the Community Smiles Award for our support of the Meghan Rose Bradley Foundation, as well as membership in the State Charity $2,000 Club for our over $3,000 donation to Crises Response Canines.
Most amazingly, Student Council was the 2nd place earner in New Jersey as a result of this donation! This is an amazing achievement!!!! Congrats to BCMS Student Council!
We are so proud of all of our members, and thank all of the teacher and parent chaperones from Monday.
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The 8th graders had an amazing time at their field trip to Meadowbrook Day Camp on 6/3! |
Important Reminders for Families Moving During the Summer
Moving within Branchburg Township:
Families moving within Branchburg Township should contact the school clerk ( LGorman@branchburg.k12.nj.us), and provide documentation of the address change, if you have not already done so. The District requires three forms of proof of residency, and acceptable documentation reflects the family name and new address, and includes tax bills, deeds, rental agreements or leases (must include start and end dates of the rental period), rent receipts, or utility bills. District Transportation will be notified by the clerk (if applicable). Moving out of Branchburg Township:
Families moving out of Branchburg Township should contact the school clerk ( LGorman@branchburg.k12.nj.us), before the last day of school to complete the necessary paperwork, if you have not already done so.
Important Reminder for 8th Graders Not Attending Somerville High School or Vo-Tech
If your 8th grader will not be attending Somerville High School or Vo-Tech, please contact the school clerk Ms. Laurie Gorman at LGorman@branchburg.k12.nj.us, before the last day of school to complete the necessary paperwork, if you have not already done so.
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A few reminders regarding your child's Maschio's lunch account balance as their time at BCMS comes to a close.
- If your child is graduating and you would like to request a refund for their remaining lunch account balance above $5.00, please email Brianne Wilson at bwilson@branchburg.k12.nj.us no later than June 18, 2026. Please include your name and address, your child's name, and their total lunch balance. Refund requests will not be processed after 6/18/26. Refund checks will be issued in July for balances of $5 and above. If your child's balance is below $5, a refund will not be issued.
- If your child has a younger sibling in the district, and you would like their lunch account balance transferred to their younger sibling, please email Erin Potter at epotter@maschiofood.com no later than June 18, 2026.
- Please note that your child's account balance will not transfer to their high school. Please have them spend down their balance or request a refund if above $5.
- If your child has a negative lunch balance, please bring their account up to date. If they have a negative lunch balance at the time of graduation, their student records will be held until payment is received.
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If your family would like to request handicapped parking for the BCMS graduation on June 17th, you may do so by submitting this form. Please note, there are a limited number of handicapped parking spots available, once the maximum number of requests is reached the form will close and no longer accept responses.
Handicapped parking is located on the side of the building near the main gym entrance. You will be given a handicapped parking pass in the envelope with your child's graduation tickets on 6/16. You must bring this parking pass and show it to a staff member in order to park in the handicapped parking section. Thank you.
**If you requested handicapped seating, you will automatically receive a parking pass and do not need to submit this form**
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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 or 2028 graduation 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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If your family would like to request handicapped parking for the BCMS graduation on June 17th, you may do so by submitting this form. Please note, there are a limited number of handicapped parking spots available, once the maximum number of requests is reached the form will close and no longer accept responses.
Handicapped parking is located on the side of the building near the main gym entrance. You will be given a handicapped parking pass in the envelope with your child's graduation tickets on 6/16. You must bring this parking pass and show it to a staff member in order to park in the handicapped parking section. Thank you.
**If you requested handicapped seating, you will automatically receive a parking pass and do not need to submit this form**
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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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