Mr. Corso's Weekly Update
May 15, 2022
Mr. Corso’s Principal’s Message
Positive Raiders: Responsible, Respectful, Hard Working and Kind
On Wednesday, I shared that I will be leaving Black Mountain at the end of the school year. Thank you for your kind words and support. These past five years at BMMS have meant so much to me. I am sad to go, but I am so excited for Black Mountain’s future.
Next Week at a Glance:
- Mon, May 16, Periods 1-7, Late Start 9:00am
- Tues, May 17, Periods 1-7, Start 7:40am
- Wed, May 18, Periods 1, 2, Homeroom + 3, Start 7:40am
- Thurs, May 19, Periods 4/5, 6, Homeroom + 7, Start 7:40am
- Friday, May 20, Periods 1-7, Start 7:40am
Coffee with the Principal Link: Here is a link to a recording of Tuesday’s Coffee with the Principal: https://youtu.be/RgSHSJPT96g
This Week’s Positive Message: Wednesday, Mrs. White read the following to students… Part of what makes Black Mountain such an amazing campus is how beautiful it can be- when it isn’t full of trash and food left behind when the bell rings. Lately we’ve been leaving behind more trash than ever. Taking care of your own trash is important because it helps our environment, our custodians, and noon duties. It is part of being a responsible member of our community. Please remember to throw away all wrappers, even if they try to blow away in the wind. If you do not want wrapped food, place it in the crates in the cafeteria for someone else. Food is for you to gain strength and have energy to do your best. It is not for throwing at others or leaving behind for the ants. Please keep our campus beautiful!
‘22-23 Bell Schedule: Black Mountain will start at 8am and end at 2:45pm. Next year, we will be shifting our late start days to Wednesdays (they are presently Mondays). Here is Black Mountain Middle School’s bell schedule for next year. We will work on a 3-page version (Mon/Tues, Wed Late Start, Thur/Fri Block) for classroom displays. There is a 4-minute passing period for each period, including one before and after lunch. Our instructional day is actually 2 minutes less than this year so minor adjustments were made (this year 7:40-2:27 = 6 hrs and 47 min, next year 8:00-2:45 = 6 hours and 45 minutes).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h5NATCUV3WAdfWC8h3A_XYMZBnOmxp0X/view?usp=sharing
ROBOTICS
Is your student interested in Robotics? Check out the BMMS Robotics Teams at our Info Night on Monday, May 16th at 7pm in the Lunch Area. Interested students and parents can hear about the competition season and try their hand at driving the robots. Email bmms.ftc.robotics@gmail.com for more information.Thank you for your support,
Scott Corso
Principal, Black Mountain Middle School
8th Grade Promotion Signs
Library Volunteer Opportunities
As we wrap up the end of this school year, our library is getting ready for textbook return!
We are looking for volunteers to help direct students and keep the lines organized and moving.
We are asking for one volunteer per time slot below:
Monday 5/23/22
- 09:00 - 11:00
- 11:00 – 01:00
- 01:00 – 02:30
Tuesday 5/31/22
- 07:30 – 10:00
- 10:00 – 12:30
- 12:30 – 02:30
Friday 6/3/22
- 07:30 – 10:00
- 10:00 – 12:30
- 12:30 – 02:30
Chromebook Exchange - 7th Graders
Note from the BMMS Library:
Hello 7th Grade Raiders! We will be swapping out 7th grade Chromebooks and chargers for newer models on Tuesday, May 17 through Thursday, May 19th during your child’s English class. To make this as smooth as possible, please have your child read their BMMS Library Canvas announcement on how to make sure they are turning in the Chromebook and charger with the correct barcodes. If there is a discrepancy, please have them come to the library as soon as possible.
Thank you kindly.
End of the Year Activities Update
8th Grade Promotion will be Thursday, June 9 at 8:30am. The ceremony will take place in our Quad. It usually lasts about 1 hour. There will be no limitations at this time (that may change) to the number of guests who may attend. Seating is limited.
6th Graders:
Awards Assembly Tuesday, June 7 @ 9am
6th Grade Olympics Wednesday, June 8
7th Grade:
Awards Assembly Tuesday, June 7 @ 1pm
End of the Year Activity: Balboa Park/Fleet Science Center, Wednesday June 8
8th Graders:
Awards Assembly Monday, June 6 @ 9am
Field Day Friday, June 3 6th and 7th Period
Promotion in the Quad, June 9 8:30am
6th Grade Olympics
This year’s 6th Grade Olympics will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Students in each social studies section will compete representing a different country. Every class will be distinguished by wearing a t-shirt that is decorated on the back with the name and flag of the country. An awards ceremony will be held in the afternoon following the event finals. Students placing in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each event will receive medals, along with a trophy awarded to the country with the most overall points.
Students, please plan to bring the following items in a small backpack on the day of Olympics:
Sun Screen, Water Bottle, Lunch/Healthy Snacks, Hat/Sunglasses, Towel, Board Games/Cards
This event will be technology-free! When they are not competing, students will be encouraged to cheer on their teammates, sign yearbooks, and play games with friends. Any technology, including phones, Air Pods, or any other electronic devices will be taken to the office for the remainder of the day. Should they want to take pictures, we encourage students to bring disposable or Polaroid cameras.
Parents, we would love for you to come volunteer! Please use the following link to sign up and let us know you’re interested: https://bit.ly/2022BMMSOlympics
May 2022
05.16.22 - Robotics Information Meeting, 7pm
05.18.22 - EFBMMS Meeting, 6pm
05.18.22 - PTSA Exec. Mtg., 6:30pm
05.18.22 - PTSA Association Meeting, 7pm
05.21.22 - World Day of Cultural Diversity
05.23.22 - Choir Concert, 5pm, Quad
05.24.22 - BMMS Campus Tour for Parents, 8:30am
05.24.22 - Orchestra Concert, 5pm, Quad
05.25.22 - Band Concert, 5pm, Quad
05.30.22 - Memorial Day, No School
No School, Monday, May 30th - Memorial Day
About Us
Email: mcordeau@powayusd.com
Website: wwww.powayusd.com/bmms
Location: 9353 Oviedo Street, San Diego, CA, USA
Phone: 858-484-1300
Twitter: @bmms_raiders