Muhammad Ali was an American professional boxer and activist. Nicknamed "the Greatest", he is regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century and is often regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. In 1999, he was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the Sports Personality of the Century by the BBC. Muhammad Ali’s advocacy for racial justice began with his awareness and experience of racism and white supremacy as a young man in Louisville, Kentucky.
Heads up! This coming Wednesday will be an Early Dismissal Day! BIS will dismiss at 11:15 a.m.
Our BIS Jr. Seahawks are shouting congratulations to the SDHS Seahawk Wrestling Team this morning! We are so proud of you for being 5 (consecutive) time 2A State Champions!
Here is a tip to help increase school attendance! Practice positive thinking. Keep reading below for tips on how to help both younger and older kids! #schooleveryday
Ida B. Wells was an American investigative journalist, educator, and early leader in the civil rights movement. She was one of the founders of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Wells dedicated her career to combating prejudice and violence, and advocating for African American equality, especially that of women.
Jesse Owens was an American track and field athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games. As the African American son of a sharecropper and the grandson of slaves, Owens was encouraged (along with other athletes) to boycott the Olympic Games since they were being held in Nazi-ruled Germany. He ultimately participated and was the most successful athlete at the Games.
Report Cards go home today! Be sure to sign and return your student's envelope. #3RsBIS
A reminder for families- We will host our next Jr. Seahawk Safety Talk in partnership with the Worcester County Sheriff's Office on Monday, February 12, 2024 from 5:30pm- 6:30 pm. Our topic is threat assessments. We want you to understand the steps we take to keep our school community safe in the event of a threat.
Report Cards go home today! Check those backpacks and be sure to sign & return your student's envelope. Thank you! #3RsBIS
Our 6th grade scholars have been researching the influential historical figures behind the quotes we have been sharing each day during Black History Month. Today, they began sharing their research with classmates. Our "Gallery of Black Voices" walks will continue throughout the month. #3RsBIS
BIS Families: The BIS & Beyond After School Academy will be canceled two days next week, Monday February 12th and Wednesday February 14th. Please plan on either having your child picked up at dismissal or ride the bus home.
Booker T. Washington was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Washington was from the last generation of black American leaders born into slavery and became the leading voice of the former slaves and their descendants. Booker T. Washington was a key proponent of African-American businesses and one of the founders of the National Negro Business League.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an American Baptist minister, activist, and political philosopher who was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968. A Black church leader and a son of early civil rights activist and minister Martin Luther King Sr., Dr. King advanced civil rights in the United States through nonviolence and civil disobedience.
Students explored a variety of lines and paper sculpting techniques to create “getting to know you” line design sculptures in 3D Art. #3RsBIS
From our PTO. Just a few more days left for our BIS Joe Corbi’s fundraiser. The PTO is offering EXTRA prizes for top selling classrooms! It's easy to setup your students online selling profile!! Visit joecorbi.com “participant registration” and enter org ID# 20527 by February 14th. Thank you for your support!
Check out new artwork on display by some of our talented 5th Jr. Seahawk artists. #3RsBIS
It's Den Meeting Day at BIS. This month is all about kindness and compassion. Students are writing heart-felt thank you cards to share with our community heroes. #6Houses1School #3RsBIS
Frederick Douglass was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York, during which he gained fame for his oratory and incisive antislavery writings.
REMINDER: This school year, WCPS has adopted new safety protocols. Learn more about the protocols at https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
There has been a lot of information in the news and on social media about the upcoming budget. Please join us for a combined parent meeting if you have questions....
