Campus Improvements thanks to amazing community partners!
Carefree Highway Construction
The City of Scottsdale has informed us that they will be doing construction along the Carefree Hwy over the upcoming weeks. This construction could lead to partial and full closures during that time. They provided us with the information found in the button below.
Parenting Book Checkout Form
Parents, check out parenting books from BMES—it’s easy!
Just click the button below to order. You’ll gain valuable insights to support your child’s growth while also showing them that learning and reading are lifelong habits worth modeling.
State Testing Information for 3rd-6th Grade Parents
As we approach the state testing season, we want to ensure that all students feel prepared and supported. These assessments provide valuable insight into student learning and growth over the past year. In the letter below, you’ll find important details about testing dates, expectations, and how you can help set your child up for success. Thank you for your partnership in making this a positive experience for our students!
BMES-Specific Testing Dates for AASA (ELA & Math)
- 3rd and 6th Grades: April 1, 15, 16, 17, 22
- 4th and 5th Grades: April 3, 8, 9, 10, 11
Order your Yard Sign Today
Celebrate your child's milestone with a special yard sign! End-of-year grade-level signs are now available to order for Kindergarten through 6th grade. These fun and festive signs are a great way to show your pride and let the neighborhood know your student is moving up! Don’t miss your chance to commemorate this exciting achievement.
🔹 3/25 - All 5th Graders visit STMS today
🔹 3/25 - PTO Spirit Night at Dominos Pizza - The class with the most mentions gets a pizza party!
🔹 3/27 - State Testing begins this week and runs through most of April. While the kids will only test a few days per week, attendance is vital during this time.
🔹 3/28 - 5th Grade Field Trip to JA BizTown
🔹 3/29 - Bobcat Fest, Festival and Fundraiser for the Arts at BMES!
I am thrilled to share some exciting news about a brand-new event coming to our school! On March 29, 2025, from 5:30pm - 8:00pm, we will be hosting Bobcat Fest! This will be a vibrant, family-friendly evening filled with live music, inflatables, activities, and a strong sense of community—all in support of BMES.
This event is more than just a celebration—it’s also our spring fundraiser, providing critical funding for programs that directly benefit our students. While our students enjoy Music, Art, and PE through district support, Drama and Dance are funded by our PTO. Thanks to the generosity of our families, local businesses, and community partners, we have been able to provide these unique opportunities for years—but we need your help to keep them going.
How You Can Get Involved:
- Attend the event - wristbands are now on sale: https://bmespto.org/product-category/event-tickets/
- Consider becoming a sponsor or encourage local businesses you know to support this event. We have several sponsorship opportunities available that offer great exposure while directly supporting our students.
- Spread the word! The more our community comes together, the more impactful this event will be for our school.
We are so grateful for the ongoing support of our families, and I hope you will join us for this incredible event. Whether you attend, volunteer, or become a sponsor, your involvement makes a direct impact on our students' educational experience.
If you or someone you know is interested in sponsoring Bobcat Fest, please reach out to our PTO at blackmountainpto93@gmail.com for more information.
I look forward to seeing you all there for what promises to be a fun, memorable, and meaningful evening for our school community!
🔹 4/3 & 4/4 - BMES Night of the Arts. BMES Drama Production of Schoolhouse Rock!
🔹 4/4 - STMS Counselors Visit 5th Graders Today
🔹 4/16 & 4/17 - BMES Dance Show in the FAC at 6:00 PM
🔹 4/18 April Break - No School
🔹 4/21 One Voice Choir Concert at 6:30 PM
🔹 4/25 - 6th Grade Dance at STMS
🔹 4/29 - 6th Grade Field Trip to iFly
🔹 4/29 - All-CCUSD Band Festival in the CSHS Blue Gym at 6:30pm
🔹 5/2 - 4th grade field trip to Az Science Center
🔹 5/2 - 5th Grade Dance at STMS
🔹 5/5-5/9 - Teacher Appreciation Week
🔹 5/9 Art & Choir Performance at 6:00 in the BMES Gym
🔹 5/12 - PTO Meeting
🔹 5/16 - CSHS Seniors (and former Bobcats) visit this morning to walk in their caps and gowns.
🔹 5/21 - Last Day of School
🔹 5/21 - Move Up Day (students visit the next grade level and hear from those teachers about what to expect)
🔹 5/21 5th & 6th Grade Students take their Final Walk around campus and say goodbye as the whole school cheers them on to STMS! 5th & 6th grade parents are encouraged to attend.