We want to inform you of an update regarding Chromebook loaners, effective immediately. As you know, Chromebooks are essential for nearly every class, and it is important that students arrive each day with their fully charged device.
To support students in developing good school habits, including always being prepared for class, students who come to school without their Chromebook more than once per marking period will receive a lunch detention from the Deans’ Office. This step is intended to emphasize responsibility and readiness for learning. Please note that this policy does not apply to students whose devices are being repaired and require a temporary loaner Chromebook.
Thank you for partnering with us to help students develop routines and practices that contribute to their academic success. If you have any questions, please contact the main office.
Sincerely,
Jason Esposito
Dear Parents/Guardians of K-8 Students,
We invite you to read our iReady Parent Letter that includes important information on how to access iReady resources and parent reports. Additionally, please view our Massapequa School District video - Understanding grade level learning expectations and your child’s performance.
Please note that your child’s i-Ready Parent Report will be available on the Parent Portal under the Student Portfolio tab beginning Friday, October 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Berner Parents, Students and Staff:
Our Student Council is hosting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and has an exciting Grade Level Challenge for the whole building! Students in the grade that has collected the most donated items of non-perishable food will win NO HOMEWORK for one entire night in EVERY class!
This food drive which is currently taking place is inviting students to bring their donations to the auditorium lobby and place it in the designated area labeled for their grade. The items will be counted and tallied and the grade that has the most donations will be announced on Friday, November 7th.
Non-perishable food donations will be collected now through Thursday, November 6. Don't forget to check expiration dates as expired food cannot be accepted.
Please see this flyer for more information: Berner Thanksgiving Food Drive 2025
Let’s put the “GIVING” in Thanksgiving!
Thank you for your continued support!
Mrs. Robertson & Mrs. Ferreira
Student Council Advisors
Registration for the 2025-2026 Berner Winter I Sports Season on Arbiter Sports is open, link below. This process needs to be completed in order for your child to be eligible for participation. The season begins on Monday, November 3rd.
https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/massapequa-public-schools-athletics
Please contact the Athletic office if you need assistance.
Go Chiefs!
Sincerely,
Matt McLees, CMAA, Director of Athletics
Ed Hoffman, CAA, Berner Chairperson for PE & Athletics
Dear Berner 7th & 8th Grade Parents/Guardians and Students:
Please see the attached link for important information regarding Berner Winter I Interscholastic Athletic Season Information.
Berner Winter I Interscholastic Athletic Season Information
Thank you,
Ed Hoffman, CAA
P.E. Chair and Athletic Coordinator
BMS Homeroom Announcements 10/20/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements
Dear Parents, Students and Staff:
Please see the attached link for important information regarding Halloween at Berner.
BMS Halloween 2025
Thank you,
Jason Esposito, Beth Mullins, Keri Wing, Rob Tucker, Kristen Meoli, Ken Petersen & Ed Hoffman
Dear Berner Parents, Students, and Staff:
BMS Student Council Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, October 20th with Pajama Day! Show your spirit the rest of the week too by participating in the following themes: Tuesday, October 21st is Favorite Holiday Day, Wednesday, October 22nd is Unity Day - wear ORANGE and build community through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion, Thursday, October 23rd is Sports Jersey Day, and Friday, October 24th is Massapequa Pride Day.
Please see the attached flyer for more information: Berner Spirit Week 2025
Thank you,
Mrs. Ferreira & Mrs. Robertson
Student Council Advisors
Berner Middle School has emergency plans and procedures to protect our students and staff during emergencies, as everyone's safety remains our top priority. To that end, it is important for us to consistently review and practice our emergency procedures throughout the school year. This is done by engaging our students and staff in a series of drills, both announced and unannounced. Safety exercises, such as fire drills, lockout drills, lockdown drills, shelter drills, relocations, and evacuation drills are done periodically.
On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, we will perform a lockdown drill, which we implement to practice addressing a potential situation that involves a threat inside of the building. Over the remainder of the year, we will continue to run safety drills to ensure that we always remain vigilant and prepared.
As always, your continued support is appreciated.
Jason Esposito, Beth Mullins, Keri Wing, Rob Tucker, Kristen Meoli, Ed Hoffman, and Ken Petersen
Dear Berner Parents, Students and Staff:
Our Student Council will be hosting their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and has an exciting Grade Level Challenge for the whole building! Students in the grade that has collected the most donated items of non-perishable food will win NO HOMEWORK for one entire night in EVERY class!
Beginning Monday, October 20th, students are invited to bring their donations to the auditorium lobby and place it in the designated area labeled for their grade. The items will be counted and tallied and the grade that has the most donations will be announced on Friday, November 7th.
Non-perishable food donations will be collected from Monday, October 20th through Thursday, November 6. Don't forget to check expiration dates as expired food cannot be accepted.
Please see this flyer for more information: Berner Thanksgiving Food Drive 2025
Let’s put the “GIVING” in Thanksgiving!
Thank you for your continued support!
Mrs. Robertson & Mrs. Ferreira
Student Council Advisors
Dear Berner Parents, Students, and Staff:
BMS Student Council Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, October 20th with Pajama Day! Show your spirit the rest of the week too by participating in the following themes: Tuesday, October 21st is Favorite Holiday Day, Wednesday, October 22nd is Unity Day - wear ORANGE and build community through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion, Thursday, October 23rd is Sports Jersey Day, and Friday, October 24th is Massapequa Pride Day.
Please see the attached flyer for more information: Berner Spirit Week 2025
Thank you,
Mrs. Ferreira & Mrs. Robertson
Student Council Advisors