Bumpus E-News
November 10, 2022
R. F. Bumpus Middle School
ATTENDANCE: bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us
FOR ALL ATHLETIC NEWS AND INFO: https://bumpusathletics.com/
Other accounts to follow:
Bumpus Instagram: @RFBumpus
Bumpus Athletics Instagram: @bumpusbucsathletics
Bumpus Athletics Twitter: @BucsBumpus
PE Instagram: @bumpus_bucs_p.e
Bumpus Photo Instagram: @rfb_photo
Bumpus Photo Facebook: @BUMPUS.DIGIPHOTO
Email: bumpushelp@hoover.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.hoovercityschools.net/bumpus
Location: 6055 Flemming Parkway, Hoover, AL, USA
Phone: (205) 439-2200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BUMPUSMS
Twitter: @RFBumpus
Message from the Principal-- Donna Burke
We have not been able to have a Veterans Day Program since 2019 due to COVID, so today was a very special day! We had three amazing grade-level Veteran's Day Programs. Thank you to all of the Veterans who were able to attend our ceremonies today. We really appreciate you for taking time out of your day to attend but most importantly, we appreciate your service to our country. Three of our parents were able to share words of wisdom with our students.
Thank you to the students who helped make the ceremonies special today including our bands, choirs, peer helpers, and SGA members. In addition, we appreciate our PTO for providing a reception for Veterans and their family members. Last, but not least, thank you to all of the faculty and staff members who worked behind the scenes to make today a successful event. Ms. Kristyn Robinson, one of our 7th-grade social studies teachers, did a phenomenal job organizing this event.
Important News
Direct Donations Needed for the PTO Fund
Our PTO Direct Donation Fund needs a little love and you can help by donating through MySchoolFees today. Did you know that our Bumpus PTO donations provide additional money for things like electives, instructional support, intervention, school beautification, staff appreciation, school events, and special projects? Our front entrance sign and the new student seating in the lobby areas of each of our building's floors are two major purchases that could not have happened without your generous support. Thank you for helping to make projects like these happen, as well as ensuring funds are available to make our student and staff experiences at Bumpus the best they can be.
Library News
The Scholastic Book Fair will be at Bumpus from Monday, November 28th through Friday, December 2nd.
Check out the book Fair Website for more information.
Student News
Book Club
Congratulations to the Math Team!
Writing Bucs Interest Meeting
Athletic Tryouts and Information
For ALL Athletic Team Tryouts-- Please be sure to do the following:
Go to the Bumpus Athletics Page to register with Dragonfly.
Must have Hoover Consent Form and an up-to-date AHSAA physical and all other pertinent forms on file in Dragotoer to participate in any athletic tryout.
Football 23-24
If you are a current 7th grader and are interested in playing football next year at Bumpus as an 8th grader, please go to the links below and sign-up.
1) Go to the following address and sign-up -- https://bit.ly/rfb8fb23-24
2) Sign up for the Google Classroom group- *the code is: fpn7itp
3) Sign up for the Remind group on remind.com. Here is the code: 3ffd6be
Tennis Tryouts
11/14-18
You must be cleared on Dragonfly to tryout.
Join the google classroom for more information: 2pp3ipx
Important Information for Parents
Your Child's School Photos Expire in 2 Days
Dear Parents--
Have you logged in to see your student's photos? You can view and purchase school day photos here: https://store.ironcitystudios.com
If you need an access code, you can contact Iron City Studios here: https://codereturn.me/find/1661876549255x855341532697067500
If you have any questions or need a bit of help logging in, please get in touch!
Iron City Studios
3953 Lorna Road
Hoover, AL 35244
205-783-5281
FROM THE NURSE- Melanie Schmith
Parents,
Please make sure to report any Flu cases as well as your Covid cases. You can report by calling the health room at 205-439-2230 or by emailing Nurse Schmith at mschmith@hoover.k12.al.us. These are reported to the district as well.
Please remember students are NOT ALLOWED to self-carry OTC medications on their person. Refer to the following guidelines from the State HERE.
To report positive COVID-19 cases, please complete the new online HCS Self-Reporting Form by clicking on the button below. Here are the revised COVID-19 Guidelines for the 2022-2023 school year: COVID-19 Guidelines for Hoover City Schools
From the Registrar- Carol Stone
1. Please remember to update your residency if you have moved or your lease has expired. A copy of your updated lease/deed and utility bill is required to update your residency.
2. If you need your Parent Home Portal information (this is the same info as last year), please email Carol Stone at cstone@hoover.k12.al.us.
Reminders about Attendance
Important Information about Anticipated Absences
You need a NOTE
FRONT OFFICE INFORMATION
1. ARRIVAL TIME - If your child arrives at school after 8:30 am, the parent will need to check them in at the front office.
2. DROP-OFF STUDENT BELONGINGS - Please remind your student to have all belongings needed for the school day before leaving home. We would like to minimize items being dropped off for student pick-up.
3. CHECK-OUTS - The cutoff time for check-outs from the front office is 3:00 pm
4. TRANSPORTATION CHANGES - Please make any transportation changes prior to 3:00 pm and do NOT leave transportation changes on voicemail.
5. OUTSIDE FOOD - No outside food (such as food from restaurants) is allowed in the cafeteria.
6. STUDENTS STAYING INFORMED- Students can stay informed with “all things Bumpus” by clicking on the HCS Bookmark Tab on their Chromebooks and scrolling to the Bumpus News.
ADMINISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions or concerns, feel free to email or call. If the question is specific to a teacher, email the teacher directly. If you have a general question you can email us directly or through bumpushelp@hoover.k12.al.us
If you have a question email your administrator.
Ms. Donna Burke, Principal dburke@hoover.k12.al.us
Mr. Justin Jones, 6th-grade Asst. Principal jjones@hoover.k12.al.us
Mrs. Pamela Davis, 7th-grade Asst. Principal pdavis@hoover.k12.al.us
Mr. Sean Colosimo, 8th-grade Asst. Principal scolosimo@hoover.k12.al.us
On occasion, GOOGLE identifies certain emails as SPAM and blocks these emails. If you have sent an email to a staff member at Bumpus and have not received a response, call the main office at 205-439-2200 and leave a message for the staff member you are trying to reach.
COUNSELING NEEDS
Counseling Website for more information and mental health contacts.
Ms. Chardae Franklin- 6th-grade Counselor chafranklin@hoover.k12.al.us
Ms. Zaneta Heard - 7th-grade Counselor zheard@hoover.k12.al.us
Ms. Brennita Keith - 8th-grade Counselor bkeith@hoover.k12.al.us