This is a drop-off event, though parents are welcome to stay if they would like. Food and drinks will be provided free of charge, courtesy of the PTO.

Dress Code: Semi-formal or come dressed in your best Stranger Things-inspired outfit!

We’re excited to offer a fun, safe evening for our middle schoolers to spend time together and celebrate.

Volunteers and Supplies

If you would like to chaperone or donate waffles or drinks for the dance, please use this Volunteers and Supplies Sign-Up.

Stranger Things Craft Night

We will be hosting a Stranger Things Themed Craft Night on Tuesday, February 24 from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM to create decorations for the dance.

All students are welcome to attend, however students younger than 2nd grade must attend with a parent.

If your student will be attending Craft Night, please be sure to complete the Craft Night Sign-Up form. This helps teachers know where students should go at dismissal and ensures a smooth transition at the end of the day.

* Please note that the school office closes promptly at 4:30 PM. There will be no staff available to open the doors after that time, so please plan accordingly.
* Pick up will be on Dover Ave.

Thank you for helping us make this a memorable event for our school students!

We are currently looking for head coaches and assistant coaches for the following spring sports:

COED Soccer (Grades 1–3)
COED Soccer (Grades 4–5)
Track & Field (Grades 5–8) – Assistant Coach
COED Tennis (Grades 5–8)
COED T-Ball (Grades 1–3)
COED Softball (Grades 4–5)
COED Softball (Grades 6–8)

If you coached during the fall or winter season, the process to coach again is very simple. Even if you’ve never coached before, please consider stepping in.  Our ability to offer teams depends entirely on having committed coaches.

We cannot guarantee that every team will be registered, as space is first come, first served. However, without a coach, we are unable to offer the team at all.

If you are interested in coaching or would like more information, please email our sports coordinator, Kate at bvmsportco@gmail.com as soon as possible so she can submit names to MKE REC. Thank you for helping us rally around our student athletes!

Note: The Spring Sports Interest Form for families will be shared in upcoming newsletters.

Virtual: https://meet.google.com/dks-wvks-gir

A key part of the evening is our silent auction and we need your help! If you (or someone you know) would be interested in donating a service (prepare a special meal, dog sitting, babysitting, tutoring, etc.), gift cards to local businesses, or tickets, experiences, or unique items families would love to bid on please contact Ms. Ania or you can also reach the PTO directly at bvmptoinc@gmail.com.

And if event planning is more your style, we’d love that too! Let us know if you’d like to join the planning team. Thank you for helping us make this year’s fundraiser a meaningful and memorable event for our entire BVM community.

If your child has information about who may be involved in these incidents, please encourage them to report it to the office, to Mr. Mark, or to Ms. Ania. Addressing this quickly helps us maintain a clean and respectful environment for everyone.

MPS wants every child to have access to education and all families to feel safe supporting their children’s education needs. We want to ensure that students continue to attend school daily and that families feel safe in attending school events and communicating with school personnel.

MPS Staff are trained to:
• Maintain the privacy of every student and family with regard to immigration status.
• Protect information about students or family members and not share with others.
• Direct any questions or requests for documentation from immigration  officials to appropriate staff at MPS Central Services.

Learn more at mpsmke.com/safehaven. On this page, find:

• Know Your Rights Tool Kits
• Family Preparedness Plan Documents
• Additional Resources and Community Partners
• Staff contact information for questions

MPS’s Safe Haven resolution was adopted by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors in April 2017. For the full content of the resolution, see Resolution 1617R-007.

Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Overview

At Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families is our highest priority. To ensure a coordinated and effective response to any emergency, each school in our district follows a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) developed in partnership with local first responders, public safety agencies, and emergency management professionals.

Districtwide implementation: September 2, 2025

What is the MPS Emergency Operations Plan?

The EOP is a districtwide framework that guides how schools prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. It outlines roles, responsibilities, and response actions for a wide range of incidents—whether a natural disaster, medical emergency, or security threat.

MPS follows national best practices, including guidelines from:

The U.S. Department of Education

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Wisconsin Department of Justice – Office of School Safety
What the EOP covers

Procedures for:

Evacuation: Safely leaving the building in emergencies like fires or gas leaks.

Lockdown: Securing classrooms and limiting movement due to a threat on or near campus. Hold: Keeping students in classrooms to clear hallways for medical or administrative reasons.

Shelter: Taking cover during severe weather or hazardous materials events.

Reunification: Reconnecting students with families after a crisis.

Communication: Coordinating timely, accurate messaging with families and staff.
Our use of the Standard Response Protocol (SRP)

MPS has adopted the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) across all schools to ensure clear, consistent actions in emergencies. These include:

HOLD – Stay in your room. Clear the halls.

SECURE – Get inside. Lock outside doors.

LOCKDOWN – Locks, lights, out of sight.

EVACUATE – To the announced location.

SHELTER – Using appropriate safety strategies for hazards.

Posters outlining these actions are displayed in every MPS classroom and office.
Drills and preparedness

To build confidence and readiness, schools regularly conduct safety drills, including:

Fire evacuation drills

Lockdown and secure drills

Severe weather shelter drills

Reunification drills (for staff)

Staff also receive ongoing training in crisis response and safety procedures.
What families should know

Keep contact info updated in Infinite Campus.

Wait for instructions during emergencies, do not go to the school unless directed.

Review the SRP actions with your child to reinforce confidence and understanding.

Watch for reunification instructions after any major event.
Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO)

MPS partners with the Wisconsin Department of Justice’s Speak Up, Speak Out (SUSO) program, a 24/7 confidential tip line that allows students, staff, and families to report threats, bullying, or safety concerns.

Website: speakup.widoj.gov

Phone/Text: 1-800-MY-SUSO-1 (1-800-697-8761)

Available 24/7 – Anonymous & Safe
Emergency communication

In an emergency, MPS will communicate with families through:

Phone, text, and email alerts (SchoolMessenger)

Updates on mpsmke.com and social media

Local news media

2. Gigi’s Playhouse – FREE math or literacy tutoring for SPED students. Down Syndrome students have priority and are offered limited speech therapy. Families
MUST commit to 1 hour sessions per week. Also available: IEP support/advocacy + fitness, cooking lessons, and emotional family support. Call (414) 797-0522 or visit: https://gigisplayhouse.org/milwaukee/one-on-one-tutoring/ to register for virtually or in-person sessions.

3. Kumon Centers – Math & Reading support for children 3 years and older. Sessions are 30 minutes each 2x’s per week. Fee is $150 per month + a one time $80 registration fee – financial assistance is possible. Call (800) 222-6284 or visit kumon.com to get started. Multiple locations available.

4. SEA Literacy – Rohingyan Refugee support for families from Berma (Myanmar) 1-1 English Language & academic tutoring, as well as relationship building and cultural transition support. FREE Transportation is available. Click here for contact form: https://www.sealmke.org/contact-us

5. Varsity Tutors – 1 month minimum commitment to personalized 1-1 or small group tutoring (up to 3 students per session) with a qualified tutor in any subject. Sessions are conducted via an online interactive whiteboard. Fee structure is based on grade level & either 4hrs. or 8 hrs. of tutoring per month. Small groups can split the fee. Call (414) 240-1357 for a free consultation, or visit varsitytutors.com

If you enrolled a younger sibling online (mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS) but have not yet let the office know, please fill out this form for the new K3 student as well. (Please select “Yes” for “Will your student be returning to BVM for the 2026-27 school year?”)

BVM 2026-27 Enrollment Form

Register by June 1, 2026. Spots are limited!
For more information and to register, please visit mpsmke.com/summeracademy

Summer Academy is open weekdays, July 6 – July 30, 2026, 8AM – 12PM. Before- and after-program care varies by site.
Families provide transportation. Any Milwaukee resident is eligible.

February 25 | SEC Meeting

February 27 | Stranger Things Dance for 6th to 8th graders

February 28 | WSMA Solo & Ensemble Festival

March 4 | Early Dismissal Day & Regional Spelling Bee

March 5 | DAC Meeting

March 9 | Primary Book Club

March 13 |  Book Fair

March 16 & 18 | Parent Teacher Conferences & Book Fair

March 17 | PTO Meeting

March 20 | No School

March 23 – 27 | Forward Testing

March 30 – April 3 | Spring Break

April 15 | Early Dismissal Day

April 22 | District Community Meeting at BVM

April 25 | Arts and Crafts Day

May 2 | Decades Themed Adults Only Event

May 6 | BVM 3rd & 4th Grade Spelling Bee

May 13 | BVM 5th & 6th Grade Spelling Bee

May 14 | Spring Strings, Orchestra and Band Concert

May 25 | No School for Memorial Day

May 27 | Spring Showcase

June 11 | K5 Moving Up Melody Concert

June 11 | 8th Grade Completion

June 15 | Last Day of School

Overnight Fieldtrips

April 13 – 17 | NCI – Ms. Jen and Mr. Tomter’s Classes

April 20 – 25 | NCI – Ms. Emma and Mr. Bryan’s Classes

April 15 – 17 | Upham Woods – Ms. Cathy and Ms. Jamie’s Classes

April 22 & 23 | Camp Minikani – 3rd grade students

• To all BVM Families that have siblings turning 3 or 4 by Sept. 1: If you want your younger child to attend BVM next year, YOU MUST ENROLL YOUR CHILD and notify Patty Samudio (LC secretary) of your child’s name once you complete the online enrollment. Enroll online: mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS
• If your child wants a hot lunch, they need to sign up on their teachers’ list every morning. Students who do not request a hot lunch are not guaranteed a hot lunch!  No child will go hungry… but they will be offered what’s available after all other students have received their lunches. Please remind your child(ren) to sign up for a hot lunch at/before 9:45am.
• Families who are able are kindly asked to consider donating reams of copy paper. These donations help support daily classroom and office needs and are greatly appreciated. Thank you for your continued support!
• During School Volunteer Opportunities: BVM Volunteer Sign Up

• Box Tops for Education: Use our referral link and BVM will earn an extra $10 after your first valid receipt!
  •  https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=W5UF1FKR&school_id=9671839
    Referral Code: W5UF1FKR
• Families can now order BVM athletic gear directly online at: BVM Sports Swag Store

All orders are placed and paid for through the website (no cash/checks). $1 from every item sold back to BVM Sports!

Virtual: https://meet.google.com/dks-wvks-gir

DAC Zoom Link

Virtual: https://meet.google.com/dks-wvks-gir

– PTO Meeting Minutes

– SEC Meeting Minutes

– BVM Music Program Flyer

– BVM Sports Swag Store

– BVM Volunteer Opportunities

– PTO Mailing List

– BVM PE Website

– Parking Maps

– Club Proposal Form

– Staff Favorites List