
UPDATE: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Bossier Schools will remain CLOSED for students and teachers Friday, January 30 out of an abundance of caution due to continued safety concerns on our campuses as a result of the wintry weather.
We cannot risk your children’s return to school until the thick ice accumulation melts or can be removed from awnings, walkways, bus ramps and parking lots.
Our district leaders and 12-month employees will be working Friday to get our schools and centers ready for reopening Monday, February 2, and to de-ice and prepare for another round of frigid temperatures being forecast for the weekend. This is a work day at our schools and centers, and they will not be open for normal operations.
We know this week has been unusual and Bossier Schools greatly appreciates your understanding, support and working with us to make the best of the situation.

Out of an abundance of caution, all Bossier schools and district offices will remain CLOSED Thursday, January 29 as the district continues to assess the impact the recent winter storm is having on operations.
Though the ice is melting, considerable hazards remain on roadways, bus ramps, in car lines and on our school campuses, making it unsafe for our students and staff to return. In addition, the National Weather Service is forecasting freezing fog overnight and into Thursday morning, heightening the danger of traveling.
It is our hope to reopen Friday, January 30 after another day of above-freezing temperatures. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding this week and will provide another update at 4 p.m. Thursday.

Last weekend, 7 Benton Middle School students were selected to represent BMS in the Louisiana Music Educators Association All-State Band in New Orleans!
These students made it through a competitive two-step audition process and spent three days playing alongside some of the best middle school musicians in the state!
👏 Congratulations to:
Kylie Adams, Lily Salley, Alaina Hodges, Madison Hollins, Shabella Legarda, Eva Salter, and Arabella Pike.
🎵Special shoutout to Eva Salter, who also had the honor of presenting one of the songs on stage!
Tigers taking the state — one note at a time!💜🐯🎶


Nothing makes our day more than celebrating students who go above and beyond!💜
Our latest Positive Office Referrals are shining bright — showing kindness, leadership, and Tiger pride!
We are SO proud of you!





A huge THANK YOU to the Peyton Nuccio Family for treating our teachers and staff to Sonic drinks today!
Your kindness and support mean so much to our BMS family!💜🐯


Want to make a difference in your community?
Start by entering the 2026 National Civics Bee!✨
Submit your essay by February 3rd!
📲 Find the application and full details here: https://my.reviewr.com/NationalCivicsBee/site/NationalCivicsBee2026

In this episode of On the Record we visit Chasing Aces with GMS 6th graders. We also share a few tips for a successful school year, highlight resources available at our Parent Center and walk the red carpet with Stockwell kindergarteners.
We're also excited to kick off 2026 with more ways than ever for you to connect with us.
Join the fun as we shine the spotlight on our students and staff - On the Record is your official sources of news and information from Bossier Schools!

Calling all parents and guardians! Help us plan for YOU!
Bossier Schools Parent Center is seeking your input for future workshop sessions. We want to provide the tools and information that matter most to your family.
Please click the link or scan the QR code in the graphic to share your ideas and suggestions for upcoming topics: bit.ly/4jScffx
Your feedback helps us grow—thank you for your time!

Join us for January’s BMS Military Club Meeting!
📅 Tuesday, January 27th
⏰ 7:15 AM
📍 Room B4
We’d love to see you there!💙❤️

💜The Purple Up T-Shirt Design Contest is here!💜
Show us your talent, honor military kids, and win a $200 gift card for your design!
Send artwork to holly.george@bossierschools.org or drop off at the BESC by February 2, 2026.

2025–2026 BMS Yearbooks are officially on sale!
One school year. A million memories.
Make sure you have the book that holds them all.💜📖
Scan the QR code to order!


We are so proud of all of our talented student writers who participated in the BMS i3 Inspired Authors Competition!
🏆 2025–2026 i3 Winners
Fiction – 7th Grade
🥇 Brayleigh Warner
🥈 Claire Bezerra
🥉 Amelia Thompson
🏅 Madison Branch
Fiction – 8th Grade
🥇 Chloe Campbell
🥈 Riley Rambin
🥉 Henry Akins
🏅 Jamari Barber
Nonfiction – 7th Grade
🥇 Korie Gallagher
🥈 Joseph Sterling
Nonfiction – 8th Grade
🥇 Gabrielle Moses
🥈 Brooklyn Lusby
Poetry – 8th Grade
🥇 Nehemiah Reddix
🥈 Charlotte Kosik
🥉 Aadhya Dhanesha
🏅 Erin Merrell
👏 Congratulations to all of our winners! We are so proud of your voices, your creativity, and your courage to share your work!
Keep writing, Tigers — your words matter! 💜🐯


Interested in joining our Quiz Bowl team? 🧠
📍 Stop by the LIBRARY to pick up an info sheet and permission form.
📅 Competition Date Update: The Quiz Bowl competition has been moved to Saturday, February 28, 2026.
💡 Come test your knowledge, build teamwork, and have fun—we hope to see you there!

Benton Middle Softball is hitting the field and ready to compete! Come out and cheer on our girls for the season opener as they take on some tough competition!
📅 Saturday, January 17th
🆚 Benton vs. North Desoto — 9:00 AM
🆚 Benton vs. East Ouachita — 1:30 PM
📍 Games played at North Desoto High School
🎟 Scan the QR code to purchase tickets.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the noise, and show that Tiger pride! 🐯

🤼♂️It’s Tournament Time!🤼♂️
Benton High School is hosting the Bossier Parish Wrestling Championship, and you don’t want to miss the action!
📅 Saturday, January 17th
🕢 Doors open at 8:00 AM
🎟 Admission: $8
📱 Scan the QR code to purchase tickets
Important: Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.💜💛
Let’s pack the stands and show our school spirit! 🐯

We’re celebrating our students who earned Positive Office Referrals!🐾🐯
These Tigers are showing leadership, kindness, responsibility, and school pride — and we couldn’t be more proud!
Keep showing up, making great choices, and being the reason our school shines! ✨





Our 2nd Annual BMS Spelling Bee took over the library today, and wow — these students came ready!
Fifteen 7th and 8th graders competed through 12 intense rounds of word-power until we had a winner!
🏆 1st Place: Aadhya Dhanesha
🥈 2nd Place: Om Ganapathy
🥉 3rd Place: Brecken Folsom
And the winning word? “Marcottage!” 👏✨
We are so proud of every student who stepped up and gave it their best. Confidence, courage, and brainpower on full display!💛🐯


Benton Middle Track & Field is getting ready to roll, and we can’t wait to see our athletes out there putting in the work! Practice runs after school until 4:30 PM.
👉 What to bring:
Running shoes
Clothing appropriate for the weather
📅 Start dates vary based on your event, so please refer to the graphic to find your correct start date depending on whether you sprint, throw, or run distance.
📲 Don’t forget to follow on Spond for updates and communication — Group Code: WOSCO.
Scan the QR code to join!
Let’s start the season strong—Go Tigers!🐯🔥

