Baechtel Grove Middle School

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our school community and contribute to important discussions that support our students. Date: Monday, January 27, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Blosser Lane Elementary School, Room 24 During the meeting, we will: Discuss programs and services for English Learners. Review and provide input on school and district plans. Share updates about student success and resources available for families. Your participation is essential as we work together to support our students' educational experience. Light refreshments will be provided, and we encourage you to bring your ideas and questions. If you have any questions or need translation services, please contact us at Arora Chavez at 707- 459-4801. We look forward to seeing you there!

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are pleased to invite you to attend our upcoming English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) and District English Learner Advisory Committee (DELAC) meeting. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with our school community and contribute to important discussions that support our students. Date: Monday, January 27, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Blosser Lane Elementary School, Room 24 During the meeting, we will: Discuss programs and services for English Learners. Review and provide input on school and district plans. Share updates about student success and resources available for families. Your participation is essential as we work together to support our students' educational experience. Light refreshments will be provided, and we encourage you to bring your ideas and questions. If you have any questions or need translation services, please contact us at Arora Chavez at 707- 459-4801. We look forward to seeing you there!

🎓 Attention 8th Grade Parents! 🎓 The end of 8th grade is near, and it's time to start preparing for your student’s transition to high school. 📚 Join us for an informational meeting to learn about: ✅ The many Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathways at Willits High School ✅ A-G requirements for college eligibility 📅 Date: Thursday, January 16 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Willits High School Media Room Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and help your student get ready for this exciting new chapter!

📢 Attention! Encourage your student to join the Stock Market Game, an exciting online competition where students will: 💰 Learn about the economy and government roles 📈 Work with stocks and bonds 🧠 Gain real-life financial literacy skills! Sign-ups are happening now with Mrs. Sanbeck in the office. Spaces are limited, and the competition starts January 27th!

Attention BGMS Families: We will have a regular school day ending at 2:44 PM on Tuesday, December 17th. On Friday, December 20th, we will have a short day ending at 1:13 PM. Please plan accordingly!

BGMS Basketball Practice Schedule- Girls B & C Teams: 3:15-4:45 Girls A Team: 4:45-5:45 Boys C Team: 5:15-6:15 Boys B Team: 4:15-5:15 Boys A Team: 5:45-6:45 Go Cougars!!

Hello BGMS Parents & Guardians, First trimester report cards are being mailed home. If your child is struggling in any classes please remember we have after school tutoring in the library every day after school except for Tuesday. Kids Club will be closed Friday November 22nd. We hope you have a restful weekend!

Hello BGMS Families, This is a friendly reminder that basketball tryouts start today and go through Thursday November 14th. Girls tryouts are 3:15 to 4:30 and boys tryouts are 4:30 to 5:45. Go Cougars!!

BGMS will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Monday November 11th.

Hello BGMS Families, This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow, as well as Friday we have finals with early dismissal at 1:13. Please make sure your child comes to school with a charged Chromebook both days. Thank you for helping our students be successful.

Please join us for our October PTO meeting on Tuesday, October 29th at 5:30 in the BGMS library. We will be planning our annual Dinner/Movie night.

October 28 - Anderson Valley @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) Cougars face Anderson Valley in volleyball at home! Let’s show them what it means to play on Cougar turf. 🐾🏐 #BGMSCougars

Basketball sign-ups for all BGMS students will be from October 29 to November 5. This year, we’re offering A, B, and C teams for both boys and girls. Open Gym is scheduled from November 5 to November 7, and tryouts will take place from November 12 to November 14. Practice officially begins on November 18. We are also seeking a coach for the Girls C Team. If interested, please complete the Coaching Interest Form at https://www.willitsunified.com/documents/human-resources/athletics-and-coaching-information%2Fforms/59881

October 23 - River Oak Charter @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) River Oak Charter comes to BGMS for a thrilling home volleyball game. Cougar fans, be there to cheer for your team! 🏐🐾 #BGMSCougars

Mark your calendars for October 21! Our Cougars will be taking on Willits Charter at home. Let’s come out and support the team as they compete on their home court. Game starts at 4 PM. 🏐 #BGMSCougars

October 17 - BGMS @ Laytonville (Volleyball) The Cougars volleyball team is on the road to Laytonville for another away match. Let's stay strong and focused! 🚌🐾🏐 #BGMSCougars

October 16 - Pomolita @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) We’re back in the gym for an exciting volleyball match against Pomolita. Let’s make some noise, Cougar fans! Game starts at 4 PM. 🐾🏐 #BGMSCougars

October 14 - Mendocino @ BGMS Gym (Volleyball) It’s volleyball home game time! Mendocino comes to BGMS, and we’re ready to take on the challenge. Bring your Cougar spirit! 🏐🐾 #BGMSCougars

Hello BGMS Families. This weekend's PTO Color Run is being rescheduled to October 20th. This is due to our Color Run supplies being delayed due to the severe weather caused by the hurricanes this last week. We hope to see you all on the 20th. Thank you for your understanding.

Our Cougars will be taking on Willits Charter in an away volleyball game on October 10! Let’s cheer them on as they continue their strong season. Game starts at 4 PM. 🏐 #BGMSCougars