Math Glow Day! Ms. Culp's 6th grade math classes love Math so much they glow! As a reward and review, students completed 6 glowing math stations. Under black light, students created and solved equations, tested their problem solving and balance skills, worked the numberline, and competed in a couple friendly completitions. A Glowing Good Time was had by all!!
Sinclair's UAS program came to present and let our 6th grade get an opportunity to try out a job of the future. Students learned valuable information on the Drone program as well as safety and regulation guidelines for using a drone. Amazement and fun was had by all.
It's Fact Friday time! Did you know...
In 1932, a full school lunch was priced at just $0.15 to $0.18! 😲
By 1954, the cost rose to $0.30 for lunch, with extras like ice cream for $0.06 and chilled juice for $0.02! 🍦🥤
Fast forward to 2024, and school lunch prices now range between $3.00 and $3.75. 🍔
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Marlyn Strickland 🌟
Meet Marlyn! Marlyn is our dedicated HR and Payroll Coordinator, bringing ten years of invaluable experience to our district. He is also Rooted in Our Community as a 2009 BHS graduating class member.
When asked about the most influential person in his career, Marlyn humbly acknowledges his parents. Their unwavering support and the values they instilled in him have been the guiding force behind his journey. From attending his performances to cheering him on through career changes, Marlyn's parents have been his pillars of strength.
Among Marlyn's fondest memories at BCS is the exhilarating moment when the indoor percussion ensemble reached the Winter Guard International World Championships finals in 2019. The students' sheer joy and excitement upon learning this was truly unforgettable. Marlyn's pride in their performance and fond memories of the staff and students are a testament to his dedication and impact within our organization.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Marlyn is a passionate biker and golfer. He continues to nurture his love for music by teaching marching band and indoor percussion, judging competitions, and playing trombone in local groups. His adventures with his wife and their adorable dog, Duncan, add another layer of fulfillment to his life.
Reflecting on his journey, Marlyn expresses gratitude for the supportive community at BCS. Having worked across various roles and buildings, he attests to the genuine care and tireless efforts of everyone involved to provide the best experience for staff, students, and community members. Marlyn feels blessed to have grown and served in a district integral to his personal and professional development for over 20 years.
Congratulations to Coy 8th grader Brogan Phipps! Brogan secured the OHWAY Girls State Wrestling Championship in the Junior High Division at 190lbs on March 16th! 🏅
Way to go, Brogan! 🧡🤼♀️ 🖤
It was, on the edge of your seat, exciting at Coy in the sixth grade this week! Students worked together to defeat Dr. Chaos and escape the Labyrinth of Doom while studying for their test. Teams that escaped first received a sweet treat and time to share their excitement. Congratulations to our Winning Teams!
🌟 Creek Fact Friday! 🌟
Did you know Karen Clark, our longest-serving bus driver, has been driving for the district for almost 40 years? Since August 27, 1984, Karen has been dedicated to safely transporting students to and from Coy, BHS, and Trebein. #CreekFactFriday
Solar Vs. Solar Eclipse Fade Art. Student from Ms. Lindeman's science class show off a souvenir of the eclipse. Students took construction paper and place objects on it and left it in the sun all day either Sat or Sun. Then they did the same thing on the day of the Eclipse to see if there would be a difference in Art that was created. Check out their works of Art and see what you think. The Images are Fascinating. Great Job! #CoyMiddleSchool
Big congrats to our first-ever Coy golden ticket winners! These outstanding students earned tickets by giving their best during state testing sessions and scored big in our raffle! 🎟️ Congrats to all!
It was a great day to wear PURPLE! 💜
Thank you to everyone who participated in PURPLE UP DAY to help honor and celebrate our military-connected students!
Last week, Mrs. Fergusons’s day was made brighter by having lunch with this bunch!
Evan used the PBIS points he earned to purchase this special lunch for himself and his friends. Great job! 🍕 #CoyMiddleSchool
🌟 Creek Fact Friday! 🌟
Did you know that Beavercreek City Schools is home to approximately 1139 military-connected students? We're incredibly proud of our diverse and resilient community!
Plus, mark your calendars because April 15 is Purple Up Day in Beavercreek! 💜 Join us in honoring and celebrating our military-connected students by wearing purple this Monday.
Let's show our support and appreciation for their sacrifices and contributions. #PurpleUp #Bcreekschools
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Cami Bradley 🌟
For 16 incredible years, Cami Bradley has been an integral part of the Creek family, shining brightly as an administrative assistant at Ankeney Middle School. 🏫
Reflecting on her journey, Cami finds pinpointing just one influential figure in her career challenging. "I've been fortunate to work alongside so many amazing individuals, each leaving a lasting impact on me," she shares.
Among her cherished memories at BCS, Cami fondly recalls the joy of taking all the kids to the Pizza Dive for an unforgettable Oh Wow Week adventure, where they rolled up their sleeves and crafted delicious pizzas together. 🍕
To Cami, being a member of the Creek family means embracing unity and shared purpose. "It's about recognizing that we're all in this together," she explains. "Witnessing students evolve, graduate, and return to share their post-high school endeavors—it's truly heartwarming."
Cami Bradley embodies the spirit of dedication, compassion, and community that defines BCS. Thank you, Cami, for your unwavering commitment to our students and staff! 🧡🖤
Coy and Ankeney's school nurses, Ms. Grimm and Ms. Newport, recently visited Mrs. Bisignani's Medical Detective classes to share their knowledge about their profession and day-to-day experiences.
The students were taught about HIPAA and how they take vital signs. Then, the students learned how to take blood pressure manually, listening to the blood pumping through the artery with a stethoscope.
#CreekFactFriday
Did you know? This past January marked a significant milestone - 60 years since the 1964 plane crash at Beavercreek High School!
On January 3, 1964, the fuselage of an RB-57D Canberra twin-jet reconnaissance plane crashed in a parking lot of the school. With over 2,000 students, teachers, and workers present, it was a moment etched in our community's history.
Despite the harrowing circumstances, we're grateful to report that no one was injured and little damage was done. To read more about this event, visit -https://www.beavercreekliving.com/beavercreek-blog/itemlist/tag/Crash
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Tammy Horney 🌟
Tammy Horney has been a dedicated teacher with the district for 30 amazing years! She is also "Rooted" in the district as a 1988 Beavercreek graduate.
When thinking back to the person she finds most influential in her career, she credits Gloria Mione. Gloria taught at Main when she was in elementary school.
Reflecting on her remarkable teaching journey, Tammy highlights Gloria Mione as a pivotal influence in her career. Gloria's impact dates back to Tammy's elementary school days at Main, where Gloria was a teacher.
Her favorite memories over the last 30 years include field trips with her classes to the Learning Tree Farm, where she introduces them to farm animals. She also loves having social time with her fellow staff members.
Outside the classroom, Tammy enjoys cheering on her daughters as they engage in sports, 4-H activities, quality family, and pool time.
"I love teaching at the school I attended and graduated from! It is an honor to say I'm a staff member of Beavercreek City Schools," said Tammy.
Tammy, we are profoundly grateful to have you as both a valued staff member and a cherished alum. Your passion and dedication continue to inspire us all. Here's to many more years of shared success and memories! 🧡🖤
#StaffSpotlight #RootedInOurCommunity
Join us this Friday and Saturday for Poetry & Playbills! This performance is a collaboration between Coy & Ankeney Middle Schools with Muse Machine.
The show starts at 7:00 p.m. each night and is located at Main Elementary. Tickets are $10 at the door.
We hope to see you there. 🎭
🎉 Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🎉
A big shoutout to our amazing assistant principals for their dedication and support.
Thank you for all you do! #AssistantPrincipalsWeek2024
** Weather Alert **
Due to the anticipated timing of severe thunderstorms moving through the Miami Valley, Beavercreek City Schools will release all schools two hours early on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. There will be no PM preschool and no after-school activities.
Students who utilize school transportation will be transported home on their assigned bus two hours earlier than normal. Please follow all school procedures if you plan to pick your child up from school. All students will be able to eat lunch before dismissal.
Wow, talk about inbox overload! This week's #CreekFactFriday, brought to you by our tech department, sheds light on the staggering volume of emails that flooded our district last school year.
Over 16 million emails were processed throughout our schools! 📨 That's a whole lot of digital communication happening behind the scenes.
Kudos to our tech team for keeping everything running smoothly for all of us in the district!
