Monday March 8, 2010
Happy Birthday!
March 8 – 14 Birthdays
Leslie C. , Alice C., Adam O., Richard S., Raymond B., Victor E., Jasmine O., Lizbeth G., Yesenia G., Zachary W., Eric H., Michael L., Santiago A., Louis K., Elizabeth M., Pedro S., Jamani T., Anthony D., Bladimir M. , Rodjiana R.
Patriotic Message: Today is International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day was commemorated in the United States during the 1910s and 1920s, but then dwindled. It was revived during the women's movement in the 1960s. In 1975, the U.N. began sponsoring International Women's Day. International Women's Day is now an official holiday in many countries and events are held all over the world.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. 7th graders had the fewest tardies last week. Great job! Lunch today is nachos or cheeseburger mini twin.
2. Mosaic Projects on Display: Hope you take a moment to enjoy the mosaic projects under the main staircase created by 7 & 8th graders in the art elective. Mosaics are the art of creating images with an assemblage of small pieces of colored glass, stone or other materials. This technique was first used primarily to decorate walls and floors of cathedrals and other religious buildings. – Ms. Colt
3. Panoramic Photo: The 8th Grade Panoramic Photo will be taken on Wednesday during 2nd period. Be on your best behavior and follow adult instructions to help make the process go smoothly. Eighth graders, wear blue and white clothes on Wednesday. Show your bronco spirit, 8th graders. Order forms were distributed last Friday during 1stº. – Mr. Rosenberg
4. Yearbook: Order forms are available at the glass display case and they are also available in the Main Office. Simply return the order form with $30 cash or check to reserve your 2009-2010 yearbook. A list of names of all students who have already purchased a yearbook is now posted at the yearbook display by the Main Office. If your name is not on the list, then you have not reserved one. – Mr. Rosenberg
Have a great day Broncos!
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Friday March 5, 2010
Patriotic Message: Women’s History Month Salutes Sonia Sotomayor
Judge Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina to sit on the United States Supreme Court. She was a judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit when President Barack Obama picked her to replace retired justice David Souter. Sotomayor was confirmed by a Senate vote of 68-31 on August 6, 2009. Of Puerto Rican descent, she was raised in a housing project in the Bronx, New York by her widowed mother. Sotomayor graduated with honors from Princeton and got her law degree from Yale.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release students with a 2nd Qtr black honor roll tag only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is French bread pizza; a chicken patty or a fruit parfait.
2. United Soccer League: Teachers should have a flyer for the United Soccer League posted in classrooms. Extras are available in the office for any interested student. – Office
3. Happy Year of the Tiger: Check out the Chinese New Year display case by the office decorated by the API club. What is your Chinese Zodiac sign? – Ms. Sasaki
4. Panoramic Photo: The 8th Grade Panoramic Photo will be taken on Wednesday, March 10th, during 2nd period. Be on your best behavior and follow adult instructions to help make the process go smoothly. Eighth graders, wear blue and white clothes on Wednesday, March 10. Show your bronco spirit, 8th graders. You'll receive an order form today during 1stº for the Panoramic Photo. All order forms were placed in teacher mailboxes yesterday. – Mr. Rosenberg
5. Yearbook: Have you seen our amazing cover artwork by 8th grader Juno M. displayed in the hallway? Check out the photos and pick up a blue order form at the glass display case under Juno's cover artwork. Order forms are also available in the Main Office. Simply return the order form with $30 cash or check to reserve your 2009-2010 yearbook. Not sure if you already bought a yearbook? A list of names of all students who have already purchased a yearbook is now posted at the yearbook display by the Main Office. If your name is not on the list, then you have not reserved one. – Mr. Rosenberg
6. Chocolate Club: The next meeting of the CHOCOLATE CLUB will be today during lunch in room 203. We will discuss chocolate, smell it & best of all, taste it. Come get a C-PASS from Mr. Mandel during any break time or before or after school, but remember there are only 40 of them, so don't wait! On Friday, bring: 1) your lunch; 2) your C-PASS; 3) your good behavior & 4) a $1 donation to help pay for the chocolate. THANK YOU....Mr. Mandel
7. Reward for Lost Keys: Sometime during the GSA bake sale last Friday a set of keys was lost or taken. There about 15 keys on a purple cloth key chain with the name "Amy" embroidered in white. There is a substantial reward for anyone who finds them. If you have any information, please tell the office. – Ms. Ellerman
Have a great day Broncos!
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Thursday March 4, 2010
Patriotic Message: Women’s History Month Salutes Mae Jemison
Astronaut Mae Jemison became the first African-American woman to enter space when she served on the crew of the Space Shuttle Endeavor in September 1992. Jemison also founded The Jemison Group, Inc and was a professor in the Environmental Studies Program at Dartmouth College, where she directed the Jemison Institute for Advancing Technology in Developing Countries.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th grade classes only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is chicken wings or chicken corn dog with potato wedges.
2. API Meeting Today @ Lunch: Come to S3 at lunch to plan our field trip to San Francisco. See you there! – Ms. Sasaki
3. Happy Year of the Tiger: Check out the Chinese New Year display case by the office decorated by the API club. What is your Chinese zodiac sign? – Ms. Sasaki
4. Panoramic Photo: The 8th Grade Panoramic Photo will be taken on Wednesday, March 10th, during 2nd period. We will be forming the number "2010" out on the field. This will take coordination and cooperation. Be on your best behavior and follow adult instructions to help make the process go smoothly. Eighth graders, wear blue and white clothes on Wednesday, March 10. Show your bronco spirit, 8th graders. You'll receive an order form on Friday for the Panoramic Photo. If you would like to buy an 8th grade panoramic photo, then please return the order form to the Main Office. For your info, the 8th grade photo will also be printed in color in our yearbook. – Mr. Rosenberg
5. Yearbook: Want Bancroft's very first FULL COLOR yearbook with thousands of photos of you and your friends? It is NOT too late to buy a yearbook. YEARBOOKS ARE ON SALE NOW FOR ONLY $30. GO TO www.jostens.com or visit our school website and follow the link to buy your yearbook today! Have you seen our amazing cover artwork by 8th grader Juno M. displayed in the hallway? Check out the photos and pick up a blue order form at the glass display case under Juno's cover artwork. Order forms are also available in the Main Office. Simply return the order form with $30 cash or check to reserve your 2009-2010 yearbook. Not sure if you already bought a yearbook? A list of names of all students who have already purchased a yearbook is now posted at the yearbook display by the Main Office. If your name is is not on the list, then you have not reserved one. Please buy a yearbook TODAY! – Mr. Rosenberg
6. Chocolate Club: The next meeting of the CHOCOLATE CLUB will be this Friday during lunch in room 203. We will discuss chocolate, smell it & best of all, taste it. Come get a C-PASS from Mr. Mandel during any break time or before or after school, but remember there are only 40 of them, so don't wait! On Friday, bring: 1) your lunch; 2) your C-PASS; 3) your good behavior & 4) a $1 donation to help pay for the chocolate. THANK YOU....Mr. Mandel
7. Reward for Lost Keys: Sometime during the GSA bake sale last Friday a set of keys was lost or taken. There about 15 keys on a purple cloth key chain with the name "Amy" embroidered in white. There is a substantial reward for anyone who finds them. If you have any information, please tell the office. – Ms. Ellerman
Have a great day Broncos!
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Wednesday March 3, 2010
Patriotic Message: Wyoming Territory 1st to Grant Women the Vote
In 1869, Wyoming’s territorial legislature declared that “every woman of the age of twenty-one years, residing in this territory, may at every election…cast her vote.” Though Congress lobbied hard against it, Wyoming’s women kept their right to vote when the territory became a state in 1890. In 1924, the state’s voters elected the nation’s first female governor, Nellie Ross.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is Big Daddy pepperoni or cheese pizza.
2. BSU: The BSU will be meeting tomorrow at lunchtime in G3. See you there! – Ms. Busby
3. Academic Words of the Week: This week’s academic words are:
Interpret: To explain the meaning of; to make something clear so others can understand.
Argument: A reason or reasons put forward to persuade. – Ms. McNeil
4. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Make up a cartoon, comic strip, or poster that uses the terms “argument” and/or “interpret.” Prize for the winner will be front of the line pass for the month of March in the cafeteria. All entries must be submitted no later than 3:00 PM on Wednesday 3/4/10. The winner for last week’s contest using the words: quality and trait, is Bryana Hernandez. Please come to the office to claim your prize! – Ms. McNeil
5. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting today at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
6. Chocolate Club: The next meeting of the CHOCOLATE CLUB will be this Friday during lunch in room 203. We will discuss chocolate, smell it & best of all, taste it. Come get a C-PASS from Mr. Mandel during any break time or before or after school, but remember there are only 40 of them, so don't wait! On Friday, bring: 1) your lunch; 2) your C-PASS; 3) your good behavior & 4) a $1 donation to help pay for the chocolate. THANK YOU....Mr. Mandel
7. Reward for Lost Keys: Sometime during the GSA bake sale last Friday a set of keys was lost or taken. There about 15 keys on a purple cloth key chain with the name "Amy" embroidered in white. There is a substantial reward for anyone who finds them. If you have any information, please tell the office. – Ms. Ellerman
8. “Birthday Licks”: No birthday licks (punching somebody on their birthday) are allowed on campus. The consequence for engaging in birthday licks will be the same as the consequence for fighting. – Mr. Farr
Have a great day Broncos!
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Tuesday March 2, 2010
Happy Birthday!
March 1 – March 7 Birthdays
Jeresia C., Sebastian P., Giovanni H., Andrea M., Imani C., Terron D., Bethany E., Erika G., Nikayla J., Devon T., Efrain G., Darnesha R.,
Erica R., Troy Y., Hans H., Ethan E., Alberto E., Marissa F., Manuel L., Stephen M., Ismael Z., Jose I., Erin K., Allen S.
Patriotic Message: March is Women’s History Month!
Women’s History Month grew out of a weeklong celebration of women’s contributions to culture, history and society organized by the school district of Sonoma, California, in 1979. In 1987 the event was expanded into the entire month of March. Each year, the National Women’s History Project selects a theme. The 2010 theme, “Writing Women Back into History,” recognizes efforts to document women’s accomplishments and experiences in textbooks and other educational materials.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is a hamburger or a foot-long hot dog with garlic fries.
2. BSU: The BSU will be meeting on Thursday March 4th at lunchtime in G3. See you there! – Ms. Busby
3. Academic Words of the Week: This is the fifth week of Academic Vocabulary Words: This week’s words are:
Interpret: To explain the meaning of; to make something clear so others can understand.
Argument: A reason or reasons put forward to persuade. – Ms. McNeil
4. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Make up a cartoon, comic strip, or poster that uses the terms “argument” and/or “interpret.” Prize for the winner will be front of the line pass for the month of March in the cafeteria. All entries must be submitted no later than 3:090PM on Wednesday 3/4/10. – Ms. McNeil
5. Volleyball: Open gym for volleyball will be today from 2:30 – 5:00PM. You must have a signed parent permission slip to participate. Permission slips are available in the office. – Tina
6. Reward for Lost Keys: Sometime during the GSA bake sale last Friday a set of keys was lost or taken. There about 15 keys on a purple cloth key chain with the name "Amy" embroidered in white. There is a substantial reward for anyone who finds them. If you have any information, please tell the office. – Ms. Ellerman
7. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting on Wednesday at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
Have a great day Broncos!
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Monday March 1, 2010
Patriotic Message: 1961 Kennedy establishes Peace Corps
Newly elected President John F. Kennedy issues an executive order establishing the Peace Corps. During the 1960s and 1970s, thousands of Americans, flocked to serve in dozens of nations. Working side by side with the people of these nations, Peace Corps volunteers helped build sewer and water systems; constructed and taught in schools; assisted in developing new crops and agricultural methods to increase productivity; and participated in numerous other projects.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. 7th graders had the fewest tardies last week. Great job! Lunch today is spaghetti and meatballs with cheesy garlic bread or a chalupa.
2. Volleyball: Open gym for volleyball will be on Tuesday March 2nd from 2:30 – 5:00PM. You must have a signed parent permission slip to participate. Permission slips are available in the office. – Tina
3. Academic Words of the Week: This is the fifth week of Academic Vocabulary Words: This week’s words are:
Interpret: To explain the meaning of; to make something clear so others can understand.
Argument: A reason or reasons put forward to persuade. – Ms. McNeil
4. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Make up a cartoon, comic strip, or poster that uses the terms “argument” and/or “interpret.” Prize for the winner will be front of the line pass for the month of March in the cafeteria. Last week’s winner will be announced tomorrow. – Ms. McNeil
Have a great day Broncos!
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Friday February 26, 2010
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Benjamin Bradley
Benjamin Bradley was an inventor born around 1830. A slave, Bradley was employed at a printing office and later at the Annapolis Naval Academy, where he helped set up scientific experiments. In the 1840s he developed a steam engine for war ships. Unable to patent his work, he sold it and with the proceeds purchased his freedom.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release students with a black 2nd Qtr Honor Roll tag only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is teriyaki dippers with rice or a bean and cheese burrito.
2. Volleyball: Open gym for volleyball will be on Tuesday March 2nd from 2:30 – 5:00PM. You must have a signed parent permission slip to participate. Permission slips are available in the office. – Tina
3. Black History Month Concert: In honor of Black History Month, students and staff will be treated to a lunch time concert featuring Blues, and Rhythm and Blues music today on the patio (or in the gym in case of rain). The performance will commence at 12:15 p.m.
4. GSA: The GSA is having a bake-sale after school today at 3:00 out by the parking lot. We sell out fast, so get there right away! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
5. Boys Basketball Party: Attention Boys Basketball – we will be having our end of season party in room 207 today after school. See you there! – Mr. DeGrazia
Have a great day Broncos!
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Thursday February 25, 2010
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Ernest Everett Just
Although he was born in the segregated conditions of the South, Ernest Everett Just became one of the most highly respected scientists of his time, graduating magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1907, earning a Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Chicago in 1916, and teaching at Howard University in Washington, D.C. from 1909 until his death in 1941. In addition, he wrote one of the most important scientific text books of the 20th century, Biology of the Cell Surface.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 6th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is a taco bar or vegetarian patty.
2. GSA: The GSA is having a bake-sale after school Friday at 3:00 out by the parking lot. We sell out fast, so get there right away! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
3. Black History Month Concert: In honor of Black History Month, students and staff will be treated to a lunch time concert featuring Blues, and Rhythm and Blues music this Friday, February 26th, on the patio (or in the gym in case of rain). The performance will commence at 12:15 p.m. It is our great fortune to welcome some great Bay Area Blues, and Rhythm and Blues artists to perform in celebration as they educate and rock the Bronc's! It's an honor to announce that Award winning Bay Area Blues Diva, Ms.TIA CARROL will headline the noon-time concert. We are also delighted to announce that joining us this year will be teachers’ students playing the Blues for the Broncos. Last year's concert was an uplifting and joyful event that unified staff and students in celebration. A splendid education into this wonderful sector of African-American culture will be provided. Come listen, dance and celebrate the music that actor-director Morgan Freeman calls " America's Classical Music."– Mr. Lightfoot
4. Posters: Please respect all signs/poster that are hanging on our walls. Students and staff work hard to bring you events and activities, and ripping down posters announcing those activities disrespects the effort put forth. As a result, any student found ripping or damaging a poster/flyer, will be made to make 10 posters to replace each one ruined. – Admin
5. Library Closed: The library and library computer lab will be closed during LUNCH on Wednesday. – Ms. Rosenkrantz
6. Library Reading Contest: Keep reading and turning in your California Young Reader Medal Contest books. Over 40 students are currently reading this year’s picks. We have just under a month left. Go Bronco Readers! – Ms. Rosenkrantz
7. Boys Basketball Party: Attention Boys Basketball – we will be having our end of season party in room 207 on Friday 2/26/20 after school. See you there! – Mr. DeGrazia
Have a great day Broncos!
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Wednesday February 24, 2010
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes James Farmer
In 1942 James Farmer founded the Congress of Racial Equality, a civil rights organization that was the 1st in the USA to use nonviolent tactics to protest racial discrimination. In 1961, the group organized "Freedom Rides" throughout the South. Volunteers traveled on interstate buses, with the black people using the facilities reserved for whites, and the white people using colored facilities. Attacked by mobs on several occasions, the Freedom Riders challenged the federal government to enforce anti-segregation legislation. Farmer was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Clinton in 1998.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 6th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is Big Daddy Pizza.
2. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting today at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! The GSA is having a bake-sale after school Friday at 3:00 out by the parking lot. We sell out fast, so get there right away! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
3. Academic Words of the Week: This is the fourth week of Academic Vocabulary Words: This week’s words are:
Quality: Something that is special in a person or thing.
Trait: A distinctive feature, characteristic. – Ms. McNeil
4. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Write one paragraph about Bancroft Middle School using this week’s academic vocabulary words of the week: quality and trait. All entries must be turned in to the office no later than Thursday February 25, 2010. Good luck! – Ms. McNeil
5. Library Closed: The library and library computer lab will be closed during LUNCH on Wednesday. – Ms. Rosenkrantz
6. Library Reading Contest: Keep reading and turning in your California Young Reader Medal Contest books. Over 40 students are currently reading this year’s picks. We have just under a month left. Go Bronco Readers! – Ms. Rosenkrantz
Have a great day Broncos!
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Tuesday February 23, 2010
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Charles Hamilton Houston
Charles Hamilton Houston was a powerful advocate of civil rights. Houston earned his A.B. from Amherst College at the age of 19 and began teaching English at Howard University. In 1919 Houston entered Harvard Law School, where he served as the 1st black editor of the Harvard Law Review. He later joined the faculty at Howard University and began preparing young black lawyers, including Thurgood Marshall, to argue cases against discrimination. Houston served as special counsel to the NAACP from 1935 to 1940.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 6th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is chicken fajitas or a hamburger.
2. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting tomorrow at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! The GSA is having a bake-sale after school Friday at 3:00 out by the parking lot. We sell out fast, so get there right away! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
3. Trans-Link Youth Card: 31 day youth paper magnetic strip passes are being discontinued starting mid-year. Replacing the passes are Trans-Link Youth Cards. There are special places and times to get a Trans-Link Youth Card. A flyer should be posted in every classroom and extras are available in the office. – Office
4. Academic Words of the Week: This is the fourth week of Academic Vocabulary Words: This week’s words are:
Quality: Something that is special in a person or thing.
Trait: A distinctive feature, characteristic. – Ms. McNeil
5. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Write one paragraph about Bancroft Middle School using this week’s academic vocabulary words of the week: quality and trait. All entries must be turned in to the office no later than Thursday February 25, 2010. Good luck! – Ms. McNeil
6. 8th Grade Students: The theme for this year’s Promotion Party is Casino Royale. – PTA
7. Cheer Sign-Ups: Flyers for Cheer Sign-Ups are available in classrooms or in the office. – Office
Have a great day Broncos!
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Monday February 22, 2010
Welcome back Students & Staff!
Happy Birthday!
February 22 – February 29 Birthdays
Kassandra G., Cesar V., DeJa F., Jessica M.,
Maliek L., Miyana L., Abel R., Rikari D., Joshua J., Julio G., Sarah S., Athina D.
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Medgar Evers
Medgar Evers was a civil rights leader born in 1925. Dropping out of high school at 17 to join the army, Evers served in World War II. Returning home, he finished high school and later graduated from Alcorn A & M College. Evers became an NAACP field secretary in Jackson. His civil rights work made him many enemies, and on June 11, 1963, Evers was shot and killed by white supremacist Byron de la Beckwith.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 6th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. 6th graders had the fewest tardies the week before break. Great job! Lunch today is ravioli and green beans or French bread pizza.
2. 8th Grade Students: The theme for this year’s Promotion Party is Casino Royale. – PTA
3. TransLink Youth Card: 31 day youth paper magnetic strip passes are being discontinued starting mid-year. Replacing the passes are TransLink Youth Cards. There are special places and times to get a TransLink Youth Card. A flyer should be posted in every classroom and extras are available in the office. – Office
4. Academic Words of the Week: This is the fourth week of Academic Vocabulary Words: This week’s words are:
Quality: Something that is special in a person or thing.
Trait: A distinctive feature, characteristic. – Ms. McNeil
5. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Write one paragraph about Bancroft Middle School using this week’s academic vocabulary words of the week: quality and trait. All entries must be turned in to the office no later than Thursday February 25, 2010. Good luck! One winner will be chosen to receive a $10 gift card. Last week’s winner was Romegail P. Come to the office to collect your prize. Great job Romegail! - Ms. McNeil
Have a great day Broncos!
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Friday February 12, 2010
There will be no school Monday February 15th – Friday February 19th for President’s Week. Have a great and safe week off!
School resumes Monday 2/22
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Althea Gibson
Althea Gibson was an African-American tennis player born in Silver, S.C. In 1948 she won the first of 10 straight national black women's singles championships. She was the first African American to play in the U.S. grass court championships at Forest Hills, N.Y., and at Wimbledon, England. 1971 she was named to the National Lawn Tennis Hall of Fame.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release students with a 2nd Qtr Black Honor Roll tag only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is fiestada, spicy chicken patty or a berry yogurt parfait.
2. 8th Grade Students: The theme for this year’s Promotion Party is Casino Royale. – PTA
2. BSU T-Shirts: Hey Bancroft....The coolest t-shirts around are here! BSU t-shirts are on sale now for only $10.00...that's right $10.00.....! Come down at lunch or after school in room 101. Just $10.00 dollars gets you an awesome t-shirt! Come down and get a BSU tee-shirt to support a school club. – Ms. Busby
Have a great day Broncos!
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Thursday February 11, 2010
There will be no school Monday February 15th – Friday February 19th for President’s Week
School resumes Monday 2/22
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Gordon Parks
Best known as an acclaimed photographer, Gordon Parks was also a highly accomplished writer, filmmaker, and composer. Growing up in poverty, Parks managed to become a premier fashion photographer in the 1940s, eventually working for Glamour, Vogue, and other glossy New York magazines. He became the first African American to work as a photographer for the Farm Security Administration, and in 1948, he became the first African American photographer for Life magazine.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is chili boat with corn muffin or a hot dog.
2. BSU T-Shirts: Hey Bancroft....The coolest t-shirts around are here! BSU t-shirts are on sale now for only $10.00...that's right $10.00.....! Come down at lunch or after school in room 101. Just $10.00 dollars gets you an awesome t-shirt! Come down and get a BSU tee-shirt to support a school club. – Ms. Busby
3. GSA Field Trip: GSA Field Trip forms are due to Ms. Pine by this Friday 2/12. – Ms. Pine
4. GSA T-Shirts: Attention all students and staff, you don't have to be in GSA to have one of our fabulous t-shirts! If you would like to order one, please let Ms. Pine know what size you want by Friday. This years shirts are white, and the new slogan is "Bi, gay, or Straight, to me you are super great." The t-shirts will cost $12. – Ms. Pine
5. API Club: Come help decorate our Chinese New Year display in S3. – Ms. Sasaki
Have a great day Broncos!
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Wednesday February 10, 2010
There will be no school Monday February 15th – Friday February 19th for President’s Week
School resumes Monday 2/22
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Charles Richard Drew
Charles Drew was an African-American physician born in Washington D.C. in 1904. A surgeon and a professor at Howard University, he developed a means of preserving blood plasma for transfusion. During World War II he headed the program that sent blood to Great Britain and was the director of the first American Red Cross Blood Bank.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is Big Daddy Pizza.
2. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting today at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! – Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
3. PE Students of the Qtr: Congratulations to the following students from Ms. Slaton’s class for being selected as Students of the Quarter in Physical Education: Bradley B., Kelea P., Janessa S., Angelica S., Edgar J., Mekdelawit L., Romegail P., Arthur S., Anthony H., Ahmad L., Genald O., Jennifer R., Amber H., Juan P., Kamarri W., Humberto G., Jodileen H., and Romello R. – Ms. Slaton
4. Pallen’s Martial Arts: A flyer for Pallen’s Martial Arts is available in the office or with your teacher. – Office
5. BSU T-Shirts: Hey Bancroft....The coolest t-shirts around are here! BSU t-shirts are on sale now for only $10.00...that's right $10.00.....! Come down at lunch or after school in room 101. Just $10.00 dollars gets you an awesome t-shirt! Come down and get a BSU tee-shirt to support a school club. – Ms. Busby
Have a great day Broncos!
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Tuesday February 9, 2010
There will be no school next Monday 2/15 – 2/19 for President’s Week
School resumes Monday 2/22
Patriotic Message: Black History Month Salutes Edward Alexander Bouchet Edward Bouchet was an American physicist and chemist born in New Haven, Connecticut in 1952. Bouchet was the first African American to graduate from Yale College. In 1876, upon receiving his Ph.D. in physics from Yale, he became the first African American to earn a doctorate. Bouchet spent his career teaching college chemistry and physics.
Student
1. Early Lunch Release: Please release 7th graders only 5 minutes early for lunch today. Lunch today is a patty melt or corn dog with garlic fries.
2. 8th Grade Promotion Party Theme Ballot: Today is the last day to turn in 8th grade promotion party ballots. A theme will be chosen based on the ballots turned in. Extra ballots are available in the office. – Office
3. GSA Meeting: There will be a GSA meeting tomorrow at lunch in S2. Everyone is welcome! - Ms. Pine & Ms. Ellerman
4. GSA Field Trip: GSA Field Trip forms are due to Ms. Pine by this Friday 2/12. – Ms. Pine
5. GSA T-Shirts: Attention all students and staff, you don't have to be in GSA to have one of our fabulous t-shirts! If you would like to order one, please let Ms. Pine know what size you want by Friday. This years shirts are white, and the new slogan is "Bi, gay, or Straight, to me you are super great." The t-shirts will cost $12. – Ms. Pine
6. Academic Vocabulary Words of the Week: This is the third week of academic vocabulary words. This week’s words are:
Relevant: To relate to something; to have a connection.
Bias: An opinion that strongly favors one side in an argument. - Ms. McNeil
7. Academic Vocabulary Word Contest: Write one paragraph about Bancroft Middle School using this week’s academic vocabulary words of the week: relevant and bias. All entries must be turned in to the office no later than Thursday February 11, 2010. One winner will be chosen to receive a $10 gift card. Good luck! Last week’s paragraph winner is Alberto E.. Great job Alberto! – Ms. McNeil
Have a great day Broncos!
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