/index.php/news/ Copyright 2012 2012-01-20T12:26:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/onlineregistration/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/onlineregistration/#When:11:26:00Z Instructions for reading and signing the Student Code of Conduct Agreement Online Registration Instructions 2012-01-20T11:26:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/peg-berg-teacher-of-the-week/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/peg-berg-teacher-of-the-week/#When:18:26:00Z Congratulations to Peg Berg who was named Teacher of the Week by the Ionia Sentinel Standard! Peg Berg Belding High School Langusage Arts Teacher What made you want to become a teacher?: My paternal grandmother was a teacher and so was my only aunt, Eleanor. I have always admired both of them. What is your favorite thing about teaching?: I really love the kids, of course. I also love that no two days are the same in teaching. The kids have taught me to expect the unexpected and to maintain a sense of humor ! What is a lesser known fact about you?: I’m left handed and have ten wonderful grandkids. (I may have bragged about that one just a little.) Favorite Band/Musician: I really enjoy Mozart and Diane Birch, not at the same time though. Favorite Movie: “The War” and “Fried Green Tomatoes” Favorite Book: “Boy’s Life” by Robert McCammon and “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee Favorite TV Show: I don’t watch telelvision regularly. Favorite Place to Shop: Locally! As Seen in the Ionia Sentinel Standard 2011-12-19T18:26:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/bms-goes-big-for-toys-for-tots-challenge/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/bms-goes-big-for-toys-for-tots-challenge/#When:17:41:00Z Belding Middle School students are again gathering toys for Toys for Tots.  Last year they raised 913 toys and are hoping to raiser even more this year!  Their efforts were featured on WZZM 13. Click here to see the video featuring BMS students on WZZM 13. 2011-12-06T17:41:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/skiing-and-snowboarding-club/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/skiing-and-snowboarding-club/#When:17:17:00Z The Belding Area Schools Ski and Snowboarding Club (middle school and high school) will be racing down the hills very soon.  We offer discount lift tickets to Cannonsburg Ski Area.  In addition to going to Cannonsburg, the ski club will also travel to Caberfae near Cadillac.  This annual trip usually takes place over President’s Day weekend in February.  Last year we had over 50 people go to Caberfae. There is no school transportation for any ski club events.  It is the responsibility of the parents and guardians to transport their child to the skiing areas. Cannonsburg is in their second season of new ownership.  Last year’s snowboarding and ski passes were a big hit.  You must buy your pass through the school, in order to get the school discount.  All money for season passes at Cannonsburg is due to Mr. Carlson by November 18.  Please make checks payable to Cannonsburg Ski Area.  Mr. Carlson will pick up and hand out the passes before Thanksgiving Break.  Last year Cannonsburg opened over Thanksgiving break. One of the biggest hits of last season was the “Parent Card,” which is good for six trips and cost $110.  Another new option this year is the opportunity to buy a second card once you have used all of your punches.  See below for more information. If you have any further questions, please contact Mr. Carlson: School - 794.4476 email:  carlsonj@bas-k12.org CANNONSBURG STUDENT SKI AND SNOWBOARD PROGRAM OPTIONS 2011-2012 SEASON LIFT TICKET CARDS 11 & older students: Option I - 10 lift tickets, $150.00 Option II - 8 lift tickets, $125.00 Option III - 6 lift tickets, $105.00 Parents: Parent card, 6 lift tickets, $110.00 Rental equipment will be the same for everyone based on our newly posted rates.  You must have your ski club card with you in order to get the discounted rental rate. Ski Rental Equipment:  Monday – Friday $12 Weekends and Holidays $17 Snowboard Rental Equipment: Monday – Friday $15 Weekends and Holidays $20 All money is due to Mr. Carlson by Friday, November 18 Make checks payable to Canonsburg Ski Area 2011-11-16T17:17:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/thanksgiving-food-drive-at-bms/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/thanksgiving-food-drive-at-bms/#When:02:58:00Z BMS Student Council is sponsoring the 2nd Annual WION Canned/Boxed Food Drive!  We will be collecting food from November 9-22.  Students can bring in canned or boxed food items (anything that can be stored on a pantry shelf) to their homeroom (AR) teacher and each canned/boxed item counts as one point for the homeroom class.  The winning homeroom at each grade level will receive a game day in the game room during AR time! The Grand Prize Winning Homeroom (First Place out of all 3 grade levels) will win a pizza party!  Last year we collected over 2,000 pounds of food!  Let’s try and break our record!  All food collected will be given to families in Ionia County. 2011-11-08T02:58:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/marching-band-headed-to-ford-field-again/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/marching-band-headed-to-ford-field-again/#When:12:38:01Z Congratulations to our high school marching band members! They will compete at the state finals Saturday November 5 at Ford Field at 9:45 p.m. They are currently ranked 5th in the state.  2011-11-01T12:38:01-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/may-named-teacher-of-the-week/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/may-named-teacher-of-the-week/#When:00:39:00Z Belding Middle School’s Mrs. Melanie May was named Teacher of the Week by the Ionia Sentinel Standard.  Congratulations Mrs. May! Mrs. May’s Teacher of the Week Bio School: Belding Middle School Grade/Subject You Teach: Special Education for grades 6 through 8 What made you want to become a teacher?: My grandmother was a teacher and she really inspired me to pursue a career in teaching. It is what I have always wanted to do, and it is the best job in the world! What is your favorite thing about teaching?: My favorite thing about teaching is my amazing students. They are so fun and make me laugh every day. I love watching them learn and grow! What is a lesser known fact about you?: I love to create scrapbooks for my children of our family memories. Favorite Band/Musician: The Verve Pipe and Brian VanderArk Favorite Movie: “The Notebook” Favorite Book: The “Twilight” series Favorite TV Show: “Castle” and “The Mentalist” Favorite Place to Shop: Old Navy As Seen in the Ionia Sentinel Standard October 26, 2011 Click here to access the article on the Ionia Sentinel Standard’s web site. 2011-10-28T00:39:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/romeo-and-juliet/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/romeo-and-juliet/#When:16:19:00Z The Belding High School Drama Club will be hosting Romeo and Juliet on November 17, 18, and 19 at 7 p.m.  Tickets $6 for the side section seats and $8 for the center section seats.  Tickets may be purchased at the door, or they may be purchased at Millie’s starting on November 10.  We hope everyone comes out to support the BHS Drama Club! 2011-10-26T16:19:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/high-school-drama-announces-cast/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/high-school-drama-announces-cast/#When:12:33:00Z Congratulations to all of the students who have made it into West Side Story! Cast List for West Side Story *Tony, Nathan Huyck *Maria, Theresa Albert *Bernardo, Antonio Yanez *Anita, Emily Sluiter *Riff, Bret Priest *Rosalia, Marissa Montero *Chino, Wangpol Polnawee *Anybodys, Ashley Salik *Diesel, Thom Walters *Graziella, Katie Groening *Velma, Gabi Hayes *Shrank, Katie Datema Krupke, Kenny VanTimmeran *Doc, Izzi Rytlewski Glad Hand, Trevor Davenport SHARK MEN David Michalek (Pepe) Brandon Hoople (Anxious) Trishtin LaBelle (Luis) Joey Dillingham (Moose) Johnny Adame (Toro) Connor Middlebrook (Nibbles) Grant Steele (Indio) SHARK WOMEN Natasha Depue Nicole Underwood (Teresita) Nicolina Larsson *Christy Gasper (Consuela) Emily Kunkle (Margarita) Sara Srupienko Allie Granzo (Estella) *Meghan Loser (Francisca) Papishaya Thamsuaydee Peach Kamphor JETS MEN Nathan Mason (Big Deal) Michael Rackham (Tiger) Ryan Hill (Mouthpiece) *Andrew Swider (A-Rab) Connor Tovey (Snowboy) *Tyler Petrokovich (Action) *Hunter Rackham (Baby John) Mitch Jenks (Gee-Tar) JETS WOMEN Kate Ward Alex VanLoo Kenzie Shattuck Natalja Girod (Minnie) Mallory Miller Emily Swider (Pauline) Liz Wittenbach (Clarice) Beth Mikek Alyssa Ward Katy VanTimmeran CHORUS Jazmyn Grant Haley Davis Briana Loree Bradie Cooper Tayler Reeves Chelsea Price Rachael Warner Beth Anne Finley Morgan Schumaker Hannah Mikek Laura Thaxton Natty Auemanarom 2011-10-18T12:33:00-05:00 http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/activity-night-at-bas/ http://www.bas-k12.org/index.php/news/article/activity-night-at-bas/#When:15:27:00Z Belding Middle school completed their first year of Fuel Up To Play with some beautiful new additions to their school. Thanks to the grant monies provided by the FUTP organization and the generosity of MC Sporting Goods, Belding Middle School was able to provide their school and students with a new game room. The funds are used to promote activity within the school and movement of students. FUTP advisors at Belding Middle School felt that the integration of a game room would be interactive and fun for all students and engage kids in movement and activity at various levels and abilities. MC Sporting Goods provided Belding Middle School with a tremendous amount of brand new equipment at a very low cost. Belding Middle School was able to get an air hockey table, fooseball table, shuffle board table, ping pong table and pool table for the students to enjoy. These tables and game room are used for student rewards and at events such as activity nights. The students have enjoyed playing on these tables and it has been a very nice addition to the school. 2011-10-03T15:27:00-05:00