W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School
Week at a Glance, News and Notes
September 9, 2022
Note from the Principal:
Another successful week! It was busy again, and it makes sense because we have a school full of ten to fourteen year olds!!! Classes got into full swing this week, and kids were hard at work. We also had some fun this week, with teams celebrating community with activities and Crew connections.
We had a great info night yesterday. Many families came out to hear about the school year, and there were many community organizations on hand to tell us about opportunities for youth in the area. Many thanks to the Du Bois Family Crew for putting on yet another amazing event that brings us together–all of us–and with pizza and ice cream! See below for info on the Crew and how you can be a part of weaving a tighter and more inclusive fabric with our families.
I am looking forward to seeing you all at the Meet the Teams Night in a few weeks. See below for details. You will get a chance to hear about what we are doing this year as a school and in your kid’s team, and get a chance to meet the teachers.
Please drop me a note if you have feedback or questions at ben.doren@bhrsd.org.
Be well!
Ben Doren
Principal
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Monday, Sept. 12
Regular School Day
Tuesday, Sept. 13
Regular School Day
Wednesday, Sept. 14
Regular School Day
Thursday, September 15
Regular School Day
Friday, September 16
Regular School Day
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W.E.B. Du Bois Middle School Family Crew
Join the monthly Zoom meeting — Wed. 9/14 @ 7pm. All parents & guardians welcome! ¡Todos los padres y tutores son bienvenidos! Wed. 9/14 we will review last year’s events, plan for this fall, and get to know other Du Bois families. Follow this link to join us online — FAMILY CREW ZOOM Email duboisfamilycrew@gmail.com anytime with questions, ideas, concerns. Our Mission: The W.E.B. Du Bois Middle School Family Crew aims to bring families together in our school community by providing opportunities to get to know one another, help one another, share good ideas and information, and plan activities that support the well-being of all students and families. Every parent or guardian at Du Bois Middle School is considered a part of the Family Crew and can become more or less involved at any time.
Scholastic Book Fair, September 19-23 – in the school library. Students will be able to visit during crew time, ELA classes, and Meet the Teams night on 9/20. Families can shop online as well, starting on 9/16. How it works:
- Visit the Book Fair homepage Book Fair homepage for info about all things book fair.
- Set up an e-wallet for your child to eliminate the need to bring cash to school.
- Families who wish to may also donate to the “DBM Book Fairy” account donate to the “DBM Book Fairy” account –money used to be sure EVERY child in grades 5-8 who wants a book can buy one. (The account here says it’s for DBM Teacher 8th grade, but it’s actually for everyone!):
- To volunteer, please fill out This form by Tuesday, 9/13/22
Heart and Sole
Calling 5th-7th grade girls!! Heart & Sole is back! Let’s grow and learn about ourselves while strengthening our minds and bodies. Practices are on Tuesday & Thursday from 3-5pm, beginning on September 13th.
For any questions email:
Coach April- ashoskeer@gmail.com
Coach Ullrich- Krista.ullrich@bhrsd.org
Handicapped parking spaces
In the front of our building we have a designated parking spot for people with disabilities. People who park or idle in that spot must have a plate or placard allowing them to park in this designated spot. Please do not park or idle in this spot, or block it, if you do not have a permit.
Student Information Report
It is very important that you review the student information report enclosed in the mailing we sent to you. Make any necessary changes by crossing out incorrect information and adding updated information. Then sign the report, whether you have made changes or not. Please return to the main office before school starts or to your child’s Crew Leader on the first day of school. We will make any updates in PowerSchool. On the first day of school you will receive a folder with information and forms, picture packages, and more.
Important Dates
Here are some opportunities to connect with us in the next few weeks and the start of school:
- Meet the Teams evening, Tuesday, September 20, 6:30-8:00 pm. Join us for an informative evening on the school programs for your child’s grade, meet the educators working with your student, and connect with other families.
Bus Routes
Here is a link to the bus routes:
https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/2022/08/08/bus-routes-2022-2023/
Team School Supply Lists
Fifth grade https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/2022/08/03/fifth-grade-supply-list-2022-2023/
Sixth Grade https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/2022/08/03/sixth-grade-supply-list-2022-2023/
Seventh Grade https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/2022/08/03/sixth-grade-supply-list-2022-2023/
Eighth Grade https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/2022/08/03/eighth-grade-supply-list-2022-2023/
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REMINDERS:
Lunch Menu https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/food/lunch/
School Calendar 2022-2023 https://www.bhrsd.org/school-calendar-2022-23/
Message from Massini Bus Company
Transportation is provided for in district students from home to school and back. Some students may need to gather at group stops.
Family choice for student name and identity
Massachusetts now allows for families to tell their child’s school to use a different name for a student that is not the same as the name on the birth certificate and other legal documents. Please use this form to tell us at the middle school that you want us to use a name for your child that is different from the legal documents we have from when you enrolled them at the school or in the district. We will update our Student Information System, PowerSchool, with the information you tell us to use, so your child’s name appears as you direct. If this is a legal name change, please provide the documents to us so we can make the update for the legal name of the student. Email ben.doren@bhrsd.org if you have any questions about this form or this process.
Form in English: https://forms.gle/PALB99wyuE29gW1Z7
Forma en Español: https://forms.gle/jcFoaQAB8KkGPWhH6
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Flyers and School Letters
Flyers and School letters are available on our website at this link: https://dbrms.bhrsd.org/category/families/flyers/
This week’s flyers:
- Great Barrington Libraries Newsletter
- Du Bois Yearbook Cover Contest for 8th Grade Students
- Babysitter Training: BSRCC
- Free Story Walk and Live Bilingual Concert @ The Mount, Sun. 9/11/22
Recent flyers:
- Heart and Sole
- Berkshire HorseWorks Fall Programs
- Ski Butternut Student & Family Season Pass Application
- BCAC Elf Warm Clothing Program applications due 9/30
- Free School Supplies from Berkshire Money Management
- School Supply Lists
- Bus Routes
- Family Forum in Spanish
- Family Forum in English
- Blue Rider Pony Rides for Rico
- Read-Learn-Play: Wingmaster’s
- The Children’s Attic Fall/Winter Consignment Sale