Burkholder: The Jag Wire
Week of January 17-21, 2022
Happening This Week:
Monday: January 17, 2022
- No School-MLK Day
Tuesday: January 18, 2022
- the Burkholder Yearbook now costs $40
- No School due to the 5-day pause, "Stop the Spread"
- CANCELLED: Basketball Game>Burkholder vs Mannion MS @ Burkholder: Girls @5:15pm and Boys @4:00pm
Wednesday: January 19, 2022
- Return to School from the 5-day pause, "Stop the Spread"
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Thursday: January 20, 2022
- Art Painting Party, 2:30pm-3:30pm
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Friday: January 21, 2022
- No Late/Activity School Bus
CCSD Calendar Updates
The District will adjust the 2021-2022 District calendar as follows:
Friday, January 14, 2022
Staff development day
All staff are required to work from home
No school for students
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Contingency day
All staff assigned to work are required to work from home.
No school for students
These calendar changes will align with existing procedures and policies regarding pay for contingency days. Based on these changes, the following adjustments will be made to the 2021-2022 District calendar to provide a five-day pause:
Monday, February 7, 2022
Full day of instruction
Previously a contingency day
Tuesday, April 25, 2022
Full day of instruction
Previously a staff development day
As of 01/07/22, this is the most recent Basketball Schedule.....click the link below:
Face Masks Required for INDOOR schooling during the school day and at INDOOR after school events
For purposes of this protocol, approved face masks include homemade or store-bought cloth face masks, surgical masks, or transparent/clear face masks that cover the individual’s face from the bridge of the nose to snugly under the chin and fit snugly against the sides of the face with no gaps for air to enter or exit. Face masks must comply with all applicable CCSD policies, regulations, and dress codes pertaining to student and staff attire.
Types of Face Masks
Face masks with one-way valves or vents are not allowed unless covered with a cloth face mask (one-way valves allow air to be exhaled through the valve).
Face masks are recommended to be made with multiple layers (current recommendations are two layers of tightly woven cloth (cotton preferred) and one layer of synthetic material that can be repeatedly washed.
Standard face/neck gaiters (minimal filtration) and bandanas, which do not correctly cover the nose and mouth, may only be worn if layered.
Face shields are not a replacement for face masks, given concerns over their inability to minimize droplets spread to others. A surgical or cloth mask must be worn under a shield unless an accommodation has been granted.
The following types of masks are NOT allowed
Face Shields are not allowed
Face Masks with Vents or Valves are not allowed
Mesh Masks are not allowed
How NOT to Wear a Mask
CCSD COVID-19 Parent/Guardian Hotline Information
The CCSD COVID-19 Parent/Guardian Hotline is available Monday through Friday (excluding holidays) from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and can be reached by calling (702) 799-4322.
Free COVID-19 testing options are available at Southern Nevada Health District, and vaccination resources are available at Southern Nevada Health District Vaccines.
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Gracias por llamar a (insertar el nombre de la escuela). Si usted está reportando un caso de COVD-19 positivo o una exposición reciente de un estudiante, por favor, llame a la línea directa de COVID-19 para padres/tutores del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Clark al (702) 799-4322.
Si su hijo es positivo a COVID-19, por favor, no lo envíe a la escuela. Si esta es una emergencia médica, por favor, cuelgue y marque al 911.
Por favor, utilice la nueva línea directa del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Clark COVID-19 para padres/tutores para informar sobre el resultado positivo de la prueba de COVID-19 de su hijo o la exposición reciente de su hijo a una persona positiva de COVID-19. La línea directa de COVID-19 para padres/tutores del Distrito Escolar del Condado de Clark está disponible de lunes a viernes de 8:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. y puede ser contactada llamando al (702)799-4322.
Las opciones de pruebas gratuitas de COVID-19 en el: Distrito de Salud del Sur de Nevada y los recursos de vacunación están disponibles en: Vacunas del Distrito de Salud del Sur de Nevada.
CCSD COVID-19 Parent/Guardian Online Form
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Please report your student's positive COVID test result or recent exposure to a COVID postive individual on the CCSD COVID-19 Hotline at 702-799-4322 from Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
If you're struggling to get through, fill out the online form found below:
Attendance Notes and Student Work
What's Happening in our Classrooms?
Geography & History 7
Science
In 6th grade science we are finishing up our unit on Human Impact and Climate change and will be moving into living/nonliving and Cells! This is when we will get to work a little bit with microscopes.
In 7th grade science students are finishing up their unit on Interdependent Relationships within Ecosystems by talking about biodiversity and its importance. We will then be moving into our unit on Earth’s Resources.
In 8th grade we will be studying waves, including properties, characteristics, parts of waves, and wave interactions including: reflection, refraction, diffraction, and wave interference.
Burkholder's School Organization Team (SOT) for 21-22
An election was held on Monday, January 10th to elect a new parent member to the SOT. Please congratulate, Ms. Christine Rosario.
School Organization Team (SOT) for 21-22
Christine Rosario, Parent Member
Paul Omohumdro, Parent Member
Carlos S., Student*
Annie Pande, Chairperson
Missy Curran, Co-Chairperson
Carey Dutchover, Secretary
Christopher Hermes, Principal
PURCHASE A YEARBOOK
https://www.yearbookordercenter.com
School code: 3179
The prince is now $40
If you have any questions, email Mr. Ballard at ballar1@nv.ccsd.net
Art Painting Party
Art Painting Party is open to ANY and ALL students of BURKHOLDER, not just Art Students!
For those interested, we will start our after school Paint Parties on the designated Thursday from 2:30pm-3:30pm. Each painting party is $20 and must be paid ONE week in advance.
Paint Party Dates:
February 17th
March 17th
April 21st (*end of year celebration)
You will get to create your own, one-of-a-kind artwork to take home!
Here is the google form to help us choose our monthly paintings we will create. If you have a great idea or find one you want to add to our suggested Ideas, please add to the form attached:
Painting Party Ideas(Links to an external site.
Any questions, please ask Mrs. Wilkinson (art teacher) @wilkims@nv.ccsd.net
2022 Heart of Education Awards-extended
Nominations are open for the 2022 Heart of Education Awards. See the attached announcement and visit the website at https://theheartofeducation.org/ Anyone can nominate a CCSD teacher who goes above and beyond.
Nomination extended until January 21st.
Burkholder Teachers Nominated for the Heart of Education Award
Brianne Buchanan-Science 7
Missy Curran-Science 6
Richard Dumo-Health/PE 8
James Hsia-Orchestra 6-8
Annie Pande-US History 7Charmaine Pullman-ELA6-8/Math 6
Complete the Online Health Form
Please complete the online form to update or inform the school of any health problems your child may have or medication they take at school or at home.
Be sure to click on the link provided below if your child is new to the Clark County School District or had any recent health changes.
Counselor's Corner
Ms. Marisa Burkhardt
Ms. Kaitlyn Davern
Counselor Assistance
Ms. Marisa Burkhardt (Lead Counselor)
Students with Last Name M-Z (grades 6-8)
(702) 799-8080 X 4302
Ms. Kaitlyn Davern
Students with Last Name A-L (grades 6-8)
(702) 799-8080 X 4301
Burkholder Counseling Vision Statement:
Students are life-long learners who are productive community leaders that emulate the core values of the school. They do so with an emphasis on excellence while having integrity and respect for themselves and others. They continue to demonstrate volunteerism in their communities and maintain a generous spirit of giving. They embrace differences and acknowledge the vast similarities in the human race. They are reflective in words and actions and are forward thinking individuals who continually make a positive impact on the world. Every student adapts to the ever-changing and complex world around them.
Information about the Vegas STEM Lab
Special Ed Facilitator (SEIF)
If you need assistance or have questions regarding Special Education Services, please click the "Special Ed Facilitator Assistance" button above to complete the form and Mrs. Perez will contact you.
Ms. Eliza Perez
702-799-8080 X 4032
Parent and Guardian Guidance Checking Your Student Before Leaving Home
Parents/Guardians must utilize the Parent and Guardian Guidance Checking Your Student Before Leaving Home to check for symptoms/conditions prior to sending the student to school. If a student shows any symptoms/conditions, keep the student at home and contact your medical provider for guidance.
Contact Tracing Information
Important Numbers and Contact Information
Mr. Hermes, Principal -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4100 or hermecl@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Dutchover, Office Manager -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4100 or dutchc@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Mendoza, Assistant Principal -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4200 or mendome@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Smith, Assistant Principal Secretary -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4200 or villaba@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Maleskey, Assistant Principal -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4202 or malesjl@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Cavada, Assistant Principal Secretary -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4202 or nagyzk@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Claessens, Registrar -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4065 or claesjr@nv.ccsd.net
Mr. Gongos, Computer Tech -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4015 or gongodj@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Little, Nurse -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4021 or littlpm@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Allman, FASA -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4022 or allmacr@nv.ccsd.net
Ms. Deputy, Attendance -- 702-799-8080 ext. 4202 or deputk1@nv.ccsd.net
Burkholder Middle School
Burkholder Middle School focuses on being an exemplary learning community through rigorous academic experiences to enhance knowledge. We build the foundation of this learning community through meaningful relationships, relevant and engaging learning, empowering student successes, and effective communication. We challenge students to advocate for themselves to become lifelong learners, inspire a love for learning, and utilize technology in today’s world.
Email: nagyzk@nv.ccsd.net
Website: https://www.burkholderms.org/
Location: 355 West Van Wagenen Street, Henderson, NV, USA
Phone: (702) 799-8080
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burkholderms/
Twitter: @burkholderms