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R. F. Bumpus Middle School
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Other accounts to follow:
Phone: (205) 439-2200
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A message from our Principal
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Last week I shared the BUMPUS “Moving Up” Plan for 2025-26 School Year. As I said last week, there is a lot going on. I typically tell people I have “one foot in this school year and one foot in the next school year." All of this can be stressful and cause anxiety for all of us. I want to continue to reiterate that there is so much help the school can provide for students and families during this time. Please reach out. We are here to help you.
We are finishing our winter sports, clubs, and activities and we are moving into spring activities. In addition to our spring extracurricular activities and sports, we have tryouts for sports and other activities that will be offered in the next school year. Not to mention everything outside of school. It is a busy, busy time.
Sometimes when we are so busy, this can become “noise.” Sometimes I have to remind myself to stay focused on the present and enjoy each day. This is tough for me as an adult, and this is even more challenging for a middle school child. Navigating this world with all of this “noise” and providing support for our students’ needs will take all of us. This is truly a time when we need to pull together and provide a true village for all of our students.
Donna Burke
Principal
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Important Dates and Events
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Pink Day Shirts- Order by 2/4!
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Kindness Week and Pink Shirt Day
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This year Kindness Week will be February 24th through the 28th. Pink Shirt Day will be Wednesday, February 26th. Pink kindness shirts will be available for purchase through MySchoolFees starting January 27th to February 4th for $5. Please see the TV Monitors for more information! |
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Scholastic Book Fair ends 2/5 online
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If you didn't get to use your E-Wallet this week-- the Book Fair continues online until Wednesday. Many students still have eWallet funds. Students may also shop online through Wednesday, February 5th. If they purchase after Feb. 5th Bumpus will not benefit from their purchases.
Here's the Bumpus Book Fair website for all the information,
Happy Reading!
Mrs. Mims
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Important News from the School Nurse
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Scoliosis Screening set for 2/11
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Parents: Our annual Scoliosis Screening is set for Tuesday, February 11th. Please note this is an OPT-IN screening.
If you would like your child to be screened you will need to refer to this link. Print and complete the form then return it to the health room. Any forms not completed correctly or not returned will result in your child NOT being screened.
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Reminders from the Attendance Office
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Students are allowed ONLY 9 parent excuses per school year. This includes Anticipated Absence forms. Please see all of the Attendance Guidelines on the website here.
Also, there are several coats, jackets, and sweatshirts in LOST and FOUND. Please encourage your student to come by the 2nd-floor Elective hallway to look for missing items.
Thanks!
Mrs. Gordon
Attendance Secretary
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Information from our Counselors
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7th Grade Erin's Law Presentations
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7th grade parents,
Please check your Parent Square for communication about the upcoming presentations. All students will participate in the presentations unless they are "opted out" by February 3rd. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Gibson, 7th grade counselor.
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Hoover Football Mattress Fundraiser
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Hoover HS Transition News
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Course Selection Timeline for the 25-26 School Year
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2025-2026 School Year
The master schedule is student-driven and based on course selections in the spring during the course selection process. In order to maximize staff and provide the smallest class sizes possible, course selection must be finalized by April 30, 2025. No changes will be made after this date. For specific questions about HHS, please contact Ms. Merrill Friday (mfriday@hoover.k12.al.us) (A-G), Mr. Chase Hodge (whodge@hoover.k12.al.us) (H-O), and Mrs. Marley Stephens (mstephens@hoover.k12.al.us) (P-Z), rising 9th-grade counselors, after HHS Course Curriculum Night on February 3rd. There will also be a Q&A opportunity for parents on February 4th (information below).
February 3- Hoover High School Curriculum Night 6:00PM at Hoover High School
February 4- Q&A Opportunity with Ms. Friday (A-G), Mr. Hodge (H-O), & Mrs. Stephens (P-Z), rising 9th Grade Counselors.
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The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program gives our students an advanced and well-rounded education that more than adequately sets students up for their future. We offer a full range of core classes as well as electives. Within the IB Program, there are so many fun activities and smaller programs that IB students can get involved in. |
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National Junior Honor Society News
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Induction Date, March 7, 2025, 9:00am
- Membership will be based on 2nd semester of 7th grade AND 1st semester of 8th grade year. An overall average of 92 of all core classes--example - 90-Math, 95-LA, 91-SS, and 92-Science which is an average of 92, with no grade below 80 in any class and no "weighted" grades.
- Averages are not rounded up as PowerSchool grades are already rounded.
- Once students are eligible for membership they will receive an invitation to apply.
- Invitations to apply for membership to Bumpus NJHS will go out by the end of the first week of February.
- Students will have a week to complete applications. Once their applications are accepted– they will be sent a Membership Contract- which will contain a contract of acceptance, instructions to pay $25 dues (which covers the cost of the Induction Ceremony, NJHS Membership fees, and an NJHS T-shirt for the student), a sheet to confirm 10 hours of community service due by March 1, 2025 by 3:30pm, and a sheet to check their 3rd 9 Weeks Grades.
- Students may gain Community Service hours by attending Bumpus Community Service Days or completing outside service within their community.
- If a student does not complete community service hours, pay their dues, or maintain their grades at the level agreed upon by MS Principals, they will not be inducted on March 7.
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Nation Junior BETA Club News
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Requirements for 2024-2025
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Induction Date, April 25, 2025, 9:00am
- Membership will be based on 2nd semester of 7th grade AND 1st semester of 8th-grade year. An overall average of 85 in four core classes--for example - 86-Math, 92-LA, 80-SS, and 82-Science which is an average of 85 with no grade below an 80 in any class and no "weighted" grades.
- Averages will not be rounded up as PowerSchool grades are already rounded up.
- Invitation letters will go out in February.
- Invitation letters will include-- contract of acceptance, instructions to pay dues (to be decided by sponsor)-- which covers the cost of the Induction Ceremony and Beta Club Membership-- a sheet to confirm 5 hours of community service due by April 1, 2025 by 3:30pm, and a sheet to check their 3rd 9 Weeks Grades.
- Students may gain Community Service hours by attending Bumpus Community Service Days or completing outside service within their community.
- If a student does not complete community service hours, pay their dues, or maintain their grades at the level agreed upon by MS Principals, they will not be inducted on April 25.
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Community Service Information
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- February dates are currently available. Sign up using our Community Service Google Form. Only students can access the sign-up form via their HCS email/school Chromebook.
- Need a Community Service form? Pick one up from the hanging rack outside of A122 on the 8-3 hall-- or print it using the link posted here.
Reminders:
- All hours gained between April 2024 and April 2025 can be used to receive the Bumpus Community Service Award at the end of the year.
- 60 hours are needed to receive the Award.
- Please follow ALL directions stated on the Community Service Form.
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Writing Bucs and Drama Club Information
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Congratulations to our Wrestlers!
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Congratulations to Boys Basketball!
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Congratulations to our 8th Grade Boys Basketball team on their 3rd Place finish in the Metro Championship! What a great season! |
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Outdoor Track Information
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News from the Registrar- Mrs. Stone
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Dear Parents-
If you haven't signed up for the Parent Home Portal yet, please do so as soon as possible. If you need additional information, please email Mrs. Stone at cstone@hoover.k12.al.us.
PARENT SQUARE - There are about 460 parents who have not signed up for Parent Square. Invitations were sent out Friday 9/13 so please accept the invitation and sign on to Parent Square.
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From the Attendance Office- Mrs. Gordon
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Parents-
Please be mindful of the use of Parent Excuses, written or typed, including Anticipated Absence forms. Students are only allowed nine (9) parent excuses per school year-- and this includes Anticipated Absence forms.
Please see all of the Attendance Guidelines on the website here.
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attendance issues.
● Turn in notes WITHIN 3 DAYS OF ABSENCE in the gray boxes or to Mrs. Gordon
● Notes CAN BE EMAILED as long as there is a signature (see details in the graphic above) to:
● ONLY 9 PARENT EXCUSED absences per year
● Anticipated Absence Forms must be turned in AT LEAST 3 DAYS PRIOR to the absence
ATTENDANCE/ABSENCES/EXCUSES/TARDIES
Nine (9) total excused absences per year and (9) total excused check-ins/check-outs per
semester are the maximum number of parent notes that can be excused. Each case will be
evaluated on an individual basis. Illness, when supported by a physician verification, may be
considered as a mitigating circumstance.
Absences are excused for the following reasons:
1. Illness
2. Death in the immediate family
3. Inclement weather
4. Legal quarantine
5. Emergency conditions as determined by the Principal or Superintendent
6. Permission of Principal and consent of parents
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Important Information Links
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Reminders for the School Year
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CARPOOL:
- In order for students to get to class by 8:30am, it would be best for students to be dropped off by 8:25am.
- If you prefer carpool or do not qualify for a bus, it would be great for families to “carpool” and have more than one student in the car. By doing this we could eliminate the number of cars we have in the lines.
- If you pick up in the afternoon carpool, it is important to close the big gaps between cars in the line. By closing the gaps, we can be much more efficient in the carpool process.
- If you do carpool or have other family members pick up your child– please make sure they are aware of how our carpool pick-up works.
WALKERS & BIKE RIDERS
- Students must stay on the sidewalks when walking to and from school.
- Students should follow all directions given by our Crossing Guards and our School Resource Officer.
- Students walking towards Lake Wilburn, should only walk on the sidewalk down Flemming Pkwy. Students should NOT cross Flemming.
- Students walking towards Green Trails should stay on the sidewalk and only cross the street when directed by the Crossing Guard or our School Resource officer.
- Students riding bikes should MUST wear bike helmets.
- Due to the steep hill going down Flemming and the crowded sidewalks, students should walk beside their bikes and not ride down the hill.
- Students are not allowed to ride scooters to and from school.
BUS RIDERS:
- Appropriate bus behavior is crucial for the safety of all of our students who ride the bus.
- Students should remain seated at all times and keep their hands and feet to themselves.
- In addition, students can use their phones on the bus. However, they do not need to take pictures or videos of people who do not wish to have pictures or videos taken.
- On the bus, students can listen to music but must use headphones.
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DROPPING OFF ITEMS:
- Parents can drop off items for students during the day if they forget items.
- We will not be able to call students down for items such as PE clothes, assignments, sports items. If a student forgets these items, they can come down during the day to check to see if these items have been dropped off.
- However, we will be able to call students down for lunch money or if they forgot their lunch and need to pick it up.
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WATER BOTTLES:
- Students can have water bottles during the school day, but the bottles need to be clear or translucent. Students can only have water in the bottles. Metal bottles and metal cups are not allowed. In the cafeteria, students can bring and buy drinks other than water.
DRESS CODE:
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Parent Square Translation Feature
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Parent Square (PSQ) automatically translates the text for parents. The text language can be changed at any time by following these steps: Web Browser Directions: Log in to Parent Square. Click on your name in the top right corner. Click on "Language Settings" from the menu on the left side panel. Choose your language from the drop-down menu. Click "Save".
App Directions: Log in to the Parent Square (PSQ) App. Click the 3 lines icon in the top left corner. Click "Account" Click "Preferences"
Click "Language"
Click your preferred language
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ADMINISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATION
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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.
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
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