Burkholder: The Jag Wire
Week of November 15-19, 2021
Happening This Week:
Monday: November 15, 2021
- Basketball Tryouts: Girls, 2:30-4:00pm in the school gym
- Basketball Tryouts: Boys, 3:30-5:00pm in the school gym
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Tuesday: November 16, 2021
- Basketball Tryouts: Girls, 2:30-4:00pm in the school gym
- Basketball Tryouts: Boys, 3:30-5:00pm in the school gym
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Wednesday: November 17, 2021
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Thursday: November 18, 2021
- PSAT for all 8th Graders
- Painting Party, 2:30pm-3:30pm
- Late/Activity School Bus>leaves campus at 3:30pm
Friday: November 19, 2021
- No Late/Activity School Bus
Wreaths Across America
Burkholder Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society is working with Wreaths Across America to raise funds to place wreaths on veterans’ graves at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City.
The National Junior Honor Society is asking for permission to place a decorated bin/canister at your business so that we can collect money to purchase $15 wreaths made of live greenery. With all the money collected, the wreaths will be placed on veterans’ graves during a special ceremony on December 18, 2021, starting at 9:00 AM, at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City.
There are more than 30,000 veterans buried at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Last year, nearly 10,000 wreaths were donated. Our goal at Burkholder Middle School is to place a wreath on 150 graves. Join us in our mission to Remember, Honor, Teach. Wreaths Across America bins/canisters will be placed at businesses around our school to collect customer’s loose change.
For information on sponsoring a wreath, visit Burkholder Middle School’s donation page from Wreaths Across America at this link.
Help us honor our lost veterans! If you have any questions, please contact me Ms. Cazett at cazetel@nv.ccsd.net or Ms. Pande and pandea1@nv.ccsd.net or call us at 702- 799-8080.
Thank you all for your support!
Erica Cazett
Annie Pande
NJHS Advisors
Winners for the Canned Food Drive to benefit HELP of Southern Nevada
Winners for the Canned Food Drive to benefit HELP of Southern Nevada:
Class of 1 student: Ms. Pullman's 3rd period class had 57 cans per student
Class of 2-7 students: Ms. McGinty's class had 35 cans per student
Class of 8 or more students: Ms. Mochinski's 3rd period class had 5.23 per student
Total cans for the school: 1,034
Way to go, Jags!!
Jaguar Cheer Squad of 2021-2022
What's Happening in our Classrooms??
Building Engineers
Computer Science & Applications
Computer Science & Applications students have hit the ground running creating professional word processing and spreadsheet documents to show off their technology skills. AS part of learning these skills, they are also using their skills in reading and following directions independently, using a variety of text and video tutorials to complete activities. As the quarter progresses, they will also demonstrate their professional skills with presentation and drawing documents.
PURCHASE A YEARBOOK
https://www.yearbookordercenter.com
School code: 3179
$35 until January 14th, then it goes up to $40
If you have any questions, email Mr. Ballard at ballar1@nv.ccsd.net
Students in Grade 8 will be taking the PSAT on Thursday, November 18th.
The PSAT 8/9 for Grade 8 students is the first test in the SAT Suite of Assessments offered by the College Board. Tightly aligned with both the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) and the SAT, the PSAT 8/9 establishes a baseline for college and career readiness as students begin to transition to high school. The PSAT 8/9 will support all students with early feedback on the skills and knowledge that matter most for college and career success. This test is a pressure-free way for students to start exploring their path to college and a future career.
These results highlight students’ strengths and areas for improvement. Results from this test,
along with middle school recommendations, may be used to support student course enrollment.
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:
December 16th
January 20th
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
Thanksgiving Break (November 24-26, 2021)
Classes resume on Monday, November 29, 2021.
For 8th grade Students Zoned for Foothill HS
2022 Heart of Education Awards
Nominations are now 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.
Please share widely with your staff, families, and students.
Bicycle Safety
- RESOURCES
- Bicycle Safer Journey
The Federal Highway Administration - Helping Your Child Be a Safe Bicyclist
National Center for Safe Routes to School
En Español – Ayudando a su hijo a ser un ciclista seguro - Ride Your Bike Safely
National Center for Safe Routes to School
En Español – Andar en tu bicicleta con seguridad - Easy Steps to Properly Fit a Bicycle Helmet
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - ABC Quick Check (Offers a child-oriented quick check to perform before every bike ride)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Pedestrian Safety
- RESOURCES
- Tips for Parents and Other Adults for Teaching Pedestrian Safety to Children
National Center for Safe Routes to School - Sugerencias para Padres y Otros Adultos Sobre Enseñar Seguridad Peatonal a los Niños
National Center for Safe Routes to School - Helping Children Learn Pedestrian Safety Skills: Overview for parents and caregivers
National Center for Safe Routes to School - Tips for Walking Safely to School for Children
National Center for Safe Routes to School - Sugerencias para Caminar con Seguridad Hasta la Escuela por los Niños
National Center for Safe Routes to School - Pedestrian Safety Resources
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - Pedestrian Safer Journey
Safety videos in Spanish and English for ages 5 to 18 – Federal Highway Administration - Caminar Con Cuidado
Videos de seguridad en español y en inglés para edades de 5 a 18 – Federal Highway Administration
Be A Part of Our School
Employment Opportunity at Burkholder MS
Burkholder Middle School is currently looking to fill two (2) support professional positions for the 21-22 school year.
Two positions are SPTA (Specialized Programs Teacher Assistant) and are 9 months. The positions are 6 hours plus a 30 minute lunch (similar to student hours). One (1) position is a one-on-one aide working directly with a student in a specialized classroom and the other position is working in a specialized classroom.
For Employment opportunities go through CCSD Human Resources and then you are able to attach yourself to our specific positions:
https://ccsd.taleo.net/careersection/3/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Please consider joining our amazing team!!
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 below to complete the form and Mrs. Perez will contact you.
Ms. Eliza Perez
702-799-8080 X 4032
NEED OUR SOCIAL WORKER?
Please click on the link below and the Social Worker, Ms. Charlene Paule, at Burkholder Middle School will contact you as soon as possible.
If this is an emergency or if you know someone is considering suicide, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Below are other numbers you can call/text:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Nevada Crisis Hotline Number: 1-800-273-8255 or text CARE to 839863.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to text with a trained Crisis Counselor
Ms. Charlene Paule
702-799-8080 X 4351
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.
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.
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
Mr. TBD, 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