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Bumpus E-News September 26, 2026

Posted Date: 09/26/26 (05:00 PM)


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September 26, 2026

A message from our Principal

Bumpus Family--

I am sure you are all counting down the days until fall break. However, please encourage your student to work hard and keep persevering as we finish out the first nine weeks of school (which is so hard to believe). 

There are lots of athletic tryouts happening in October. Please see the e-news for more information. 

Color Run is October 8th!! Registration is $40. This includes a shirt and paint. You can register on My School Bucks. On October 5, PTO will be in the building to accept cash or check payments. You can send it with your child or come to the school. Times are 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can also send payment to the school with your child or pay using My School Bucks.

Parents, we have seen an influx of students checking themselves into school, either because they are running late or because they have been out for an appointment. All check-ins need an adult present. If you do not come into the building to check your child in in person, you will receive a phone call to return to the school and complete the check-in paperwork. 

Tuesday, September 29 is fall pictures during your students' PE class.

As always, if you have any questions, feel free to email me at afordham@hoover.k12.al.us

With Pride,
Dr. Andrea Fordham
9/28-10/2- Bucs Serve, Cafeteria Stocking, 7:00-8:00 am
9/28- Volleyball vs Thompson *8th Grade Night* at Bumpus, 7th at 4:30pm & 8th at 5:30pm
9/28 & 9/30- Bowling Tryouts, Vestavia Bowl, 4:30-5:30pm

9/29- Fall Picture Day in PE Classes- All Day
9/29- Bucs Serve, After School Service, A123, 3:30-5:00pm

10/1- National Principals Month
10/1- Drama Club Meeting, B205, 3:30-4:30pm
10/1- Football vs Oak Mountain at Heardmont Park, 7th grade at 5:00pm, 8th grade at 6:45pm

10/2- School Custodian Appreciation Day
10/2-10/3- Volleyball, Metro Tournament, 7th grade at Simmons, 8th grade at Liberty Park
10/3- Cross Country, Gatorade/Jesse Owens, Oakville, 11:35am Girls, 11:55am Boys
We are Bumpus core values

IMPORTANT NEWS

Fall Picture Day 9/29

A graphic announcement with a yellow background, large black and orange text reading 'SMILE! IT'S PICTURE DAY', and details about Fall Picture Day on September 29th.

Iron City Photos Available

Volleyball, football, cheer, and dance photos are now available from Iron City. 

Click this link: 

SGA Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser

SGA Fundraising for Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Research.
SGA Fundraising Link

Vaccine Clinic Hosted by HCS 10/3

An informational flyer for a vaccine clinic hosted by Hoover City Schools, detailing the date, time, and location.

Hoover Community Health & Wellness Fair 10/3

We are excited to invite students and families to the Hoover Community Health and Wellness Fair! This event brings together local healthcare providers, wellness experts, and community resources to support the health and well-being of our entire Hoover school community.
Event Details: 
  • Event: Hoover Community Health and Wellness Fair
  • Date: Saturday, October 3rd 
  • Time: 10am-1pm 
  • Location: Hunter Street Baptist Church parking lot (2600 John Hawkins Parkway)  
  • Admission: Free and open to all students, staff, and families
Highlights & Activities:
  • Interactive health, nutrition, and fitness exhibits
  • Free health screenings and safety demonstrations
  • Family-friendly games, giveaways, and educational resources
Flyer & Vendor Information: See the event flyer below.
  • Participating Vendors: To view the full, live list of participating vendors, health organizations, and sponsors, simply scan the QR code located on the attached flyer using any smartphone camera.

Support Bumpus by filling the green Clothes Bin

Cleaning out your closets for the new school year?

Please consider filling the Clothes Bin outside our Football Field!

Bring your unwanted clothing, bedding, towels, shoes, and any fabric items, in any condition, to The Bin.

Proceeds support Bucs Serve and Community Service at Bumpus.

Attendance Reminders

Bumpus Attendance Policies and Anticipated Absence Form.
Bumpus Attendance Policies and Anticipated Absence Form.

STUDENT NEWS

Literary Magazine Information

A turquoise flyer recruiting graphic designers for Bumpus Literary Magazine, featuring hands holding creative tools and devices.
A comic book club poster features six diverse youth collaborating around a large table, drawing and writing stories.

BUCS Serve- Community Service Information

Help Serve at Bumpus with Bucs Serve.
September/October Dates are available to sign up for Community Service– use the Google Form: bit.ly/rfbservice. 

CALENDAR for September
Cafeteria Stocking: 7:00-8:00am
9/28-10/2, 10/5-10/8, 10/14-10/16, 10/19-10/23
10/26-10/30
After school service, A123: 3:30-5:00pm
9/29, 10/7, 10/20, 10/27
 
Please be sure to check your EMAIL and our Google Classroom to see if you are signed up!
Join our BUCS Serve Google Classroom in order to participate: osuzb6c

Community Service Sign-Up Link

In an effort to support our core values, students need to sign up using their HCS email.
Community Service Sign-Up Link
26-27 Community Service Form
Drama Club dates
Th - Oct. 1 
Th - Oct. 29
Drama Club Winter Party 
Th - Dec 10

Melody Miles 5K Fun Run/Walk 10/24

Poster for the Melody Miles 5K Fun Run/Walk supporting Hoover HS Choir, featuring a colorful running shoe and musical notes.

ATHLETIC NEWS

FALL SPORTS SCHEDULES

Bumpus Athletic Tryouts

Poster announcing bowling tryouts with dates, times, and location: September 28 & 30, 4:00-5:30 PM at Vestavia Bowl.
A softball tryout flyer for Bumpus with dates Oct 5th & 6th, time 3:30-5:00 at Bumpus Softball Field, and a photo of a player batting.
Promotional graphic for Bumpus Wrestling Signup with practice details starting Monday, October 19th.
A promotional flyer for boys basketball tryouts featuring a basketball hoop and ball with dates set for Oct 19-20.
Poster announcing Bumpus Tennis Tryouts on October 21st, 22nd, and 23rd from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Bumpus Tennis Courts.
A promotional flyer for the Bumpus Golf Team tryouts, featuring a pirate mascot, golf clubs, and a golf ball on a black background.

BUMPUS BASICS

HEAL September Calendar

A colorful September 2026 calendar titled HEAL features daily health tips, recipes, and activities for children.
An infographic titled 'Healthy Body, Healthy Mind' with tips on physical activity and breakfast.

News from The Registrar

Moving details to the Registrar.
Register Here
Withdraw Here

News from the Attendance Office

When a student is absent, a doctor's note or a parent note must be provided within three (3) days of the student’s return to school.

A parent note must include:
1. A written statement (with the student's FIRST and LAST name), the reason for the absence (emails without a signature are not accepted).
2. The date of the absence(s).
3. The parent’s signature.

Notes CAN BE EMAILED as long as there is a physical signature included to: bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us

Anticipated Absence Forms

These are being submitted to our attendance office as incomplete. Please see the instructions below and a copy of the attendance form. We must receive these in a timely, complete manner.

Parents, please complete the section of the form marked for parents.
Students, please complete the section of the form marked for students. Have your teachers complete the section marked for teachers and have each teacher sign the form. All students MUST get their teachers signatures and assignments on the Anticipated Absence form before it can be approved by admin. Please return the completed forms to Mrs. Rush in the 2nd floor office after the assignments and teachers signatures are on the form. 

After all parties complete the form, please RETURN the COMPLETED form to Mrs. Rush in the 2nd-floor office or email the COMPLETED form to bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us.
Please do not email incomplete Anticipated Absence forms to Bumpus Attendance. The forms must be fully completed and submitted before the student's absence for them to be approved by the administrator. 
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Rush in the Bumpus Attendance Office at (205) 439-2268 or at bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us. 

Anticipated Absence Form - Clicking on this link will allow you to download and print the document.
New Anticipated Absence Form-- please use the new form for any planned absences.
Link to Anticipated Absence Form
Attendance Reminders:
Please email bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us or call (205) 439-2268 concerning all attendance issues.
● Turn in notes WITHIN 3 DAYS OF ABSENCE in the gray boxes or to Mrs. Rush.
● Notes CAN BE EMAILED as long as there is a signature to: bumpusattendance@hoover.k12.al.us
● ONLY 9 PARENT EXCUSED absences per year
● Anticipated Absence Forms must be turned in AT LEAST 3 DAYS PRIOR to the absence
Attendance Policies

How to Check iReady Progress

Checking your student's Iready progress

FOCUS ACT INFORMATION

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Carpool Information

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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.
Dr. Andrea Fordham, Principal afordham@hoover.k12.al.us
Mr. Sean Colosimo, 8th-grade Asst. Principal scolosimo@hoover.k12.al.us
Mrs. Kerry Efurd, 7th-grade Asst. Principal kefurd@hoover.k12.al.us
Dr. Justin Jones, 6th-grade Asst. Principal jjones@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. Rachel Gibson - 7th-grade Counselor ragibson@hoover.k12.al.us
Ms. Brennita Keith - 8th-grade Counselor bkeith@hoover.k12.al.us
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