Buckingham County Middle School

The Knights' Armor Food Pantry will be closed on Friday, April 3rd, due to the start of Spring Break. To ensure individuals can access the pantry before the week-long closure, we will offer a pantry pickup on Wednesday, April 1st. Appointments for this pickup must be made by Monday, March 30th. To schedule a pickup, please contact Ms. Richardson at
434-969-6100 ext. 22112.

Spring has sprung, and we are busy, busy, busy at BCHS & BMS!
Report cards will be available in Power School this week, State Writing Tests will be happening, and spring sports are taking off!
Make it a great week!
Let's go Knights!

It’s the Last Day of Our Online Book Fair!

This book fair will be completely online with Children's Bookstore until midnight tonight. It’s easy to participate.

1. Visit https://www.bookfair.org/welcome/?ref=MOIOF29
2. Shop for the books you can’t wait to read; every book on the website is eligible for our book fair.
3. Enjoy your new books.

We'll earn 25% of every book purchase!

There are more than 230,000 books available, from baby books to young adult books.

Thank you so much for your support!

🌟🎓 Congratulations to Our Newest Jr. Beta Inductees! 🎓🌟

We are proud to welcome our newest members into the National Junior Beta Club at Buckingham County Middle School!

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have truly paid off. 👏

Keep striving, keep leading, and keep shining—the future is bright for each of you! 💚

National Jr. Beta Induction is tonight at BMS.
Students should be at the school by 5:15, and the ceremony begins at 5:30.
We are very excited to celebrate these students and their accomplishments!

Due to the forecast for severe weather including high winds and possible tornadoes, Buckingham County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow (Monday, March 16, 2026) for all students and staff. We hope everyone stays safe!

Friday afternoon, FFA members competed in the Southeast Area FFA Rally at Appomattox High School. High school and middle school members represented many contests, showcasing their knowledge and skills! Congratulations to these members for their accomplishments! Middle School Contests: Small Animal Care - Nekhi Whitehead (13th) Mechanics - 4th Place Team: Brantley Mills 5th, Sawyer Taylor 6th and Owen Anderson Plant Science - 4th Place Team: Grayson Clabo 7th, Ann Kate Gilliam High School Contests: Creed Speaking - 🥈2nd Place Bryan Haldane Sr. Stockmen's - 🥇1st Place Team: 🥈Kaylee Staton 2nd, Anna Jones 4th, Collin Snoddy 5th, Jackson Harris 6th Horse Hippology - 🥈 2nd Place Team: 🥇Cadence Perkins 1st, Alaina Page 5th

We are proud to recognize Rayasia Barbour, a senior at Buckingham County High School, for serving on the Virginia School Counselor Association (VSCA) Advisory Board We are proud of her leadership and the way she represents BCHS and our community!

Congratulations to Mr. Damon Talley for being named Administrator of the Year from the Virginia Student Councils Association at this evening’s awards banquet at Orange County High School! 💛💚🎉

Our Online Book Fair is Already Half Over! The book fair will run until March 20th.

This book fair is completely online with BookFair.org. It’s easy to participate.
1. Visit https://www.bookfair.org/welcome/?ref=MOIOF29
2. Shop for the books you can’t wait to read, every book on the website is eligible for our book fair.
3. Read your awesome new books.

We earn 25% of every book purchase!

There are more than 200,000 books available, from baby books to young adult books.

Please forward this information along to friends and family and post it to your social media accounts!!

Happy Reading!

Academy Day 2026

Senator Mark Warner invites high school and middle school students, their parents or guardians, and school counselors to Academy Day 2026.

The event includes a seated program that will provide a comprehensive overview of the United States service academies and their admission processes. Information will also be shared regarding application procedures for congressional nominations and other military-related options that exist at higher education institutions in Virginia.

Following the program, attendees will be able to meet with officials from all five academies as well as representatives from Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Richmond, ROTC programs at the University of Virginia, the United States Marine Corps, the Virginia Military Institute, the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets, the Virginia Women's Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University, and the University of Mary Washington at their resource tables. Staff from Virginia congressional offices will also be available to answer questions.

As the event concludes, the University of Mary Washington will be offering campus tours. To participate, please meet at their resource table at 1:30pm.

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 9:30am - 1:30pm, doors open at 9:00am
Location: University of Mary Washington, Dodd Auditorium in George Washington Hall, 1301 College Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Register Here https://senwarner.ticketbud.com/academyday2026

If you have any questions about the event, please email academy_noms@warner.senate.gov.

We were honored to present a resolution recognizing the life and legacy of Irene Stoneman Ellis and her meaningful contributions to Buckingham County Public Schools. Her dedication and commitment to our students and community made a lasting impact. The resolution was accepted by her family on her behalf, and we are grateful for the years she devoted to supporting education in Buckingham County and proud to celebrate her legacy.

Congratulations to our March Senior of the Month, Benjamin Snoddy!

📡✨ From BCPS Student to Science Speaker! ✨📡

On Friday, March 6, 2026, Buckingham County was proud to welcome back William Payne, BCPS Class of 2023, as a guest speaker for our 8th grade science classes and a select group of 6th graders.

Mr. Payne delivered an engaging Introduction to Radio presentation that took students on a journey through the science of radio waves — from everyday uses like X-rays and microwaves to the fascinating world of shortwave radio transmission and reception.

After explaining how radio waves power communication across the globe, he brought science to life with a live demonstration using his portable radio station. In a short amount of time — with minimal equipment — Mr. Payne successfully made contact with operators in seven different states:

📍 New York
📍 Connecticut
📍 Illinois
📍 Georgia
📍 Florida
📍 Alabama
📍 Ohio

Students were amazed to see real-time communication happening right before their eyes! What started as a science lesson quickly turned into inspiration. The excitement from the demonstrations has already sparked interest in launching a radio or technology club here at the school.

We love seeing our alumni return to give back, inspire curiosity, and show our students what’s possible. Thank you, Mr. Payne, for helping us turn science into an unforgettable experience!

#BCPSPride #AlumniSuccess #STEMinAction #FutureInnovators 📡🔬✨

Our online Book Fair begins today!

Keep reading skills sharp and imagination bright all year with excellent books. It's easy to participate in our online book fair.

1. Visit our book fair page at: https://www.bookfair.org/welcome/?ref=moiof29
2. Shop for the books you can't wait to read.
3. Books will be shipped directly to you.

Our school will earn 25% of every book sold. With more than 200,000 books to choose from, it's easy to find books you'll love.

Here are some links to help get your book shopping started:
https://www.bookfair.org/award-winners/
https://www.bookfair.org/lists/middle-school-favorites/
Remember, anyone can participate in our book fair. Please feel free to share this with friends and family who might like to participate in our book fair.

Our online book fair will conclude on March 20th. So shop early.

Thanks and happy reading!

Spring has sprung, and we are busy, busy, busy!
Check out what's going on at BCHS & BMS this week!!

At Buckingham Middle School we are "wild" about reading and have some wacky, tacky Fox in Socks!" One more spirit day left! Let's "cozy up with a good book" for pajama day!

💛 Happy School Social Work Week! 💛 March 1–7, 2026 This week, we proudly celebrate our incredible School Social Worker, Britney Richardson! Britney plays a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students. Whether she is providing direct support to students, partnering with families, connecting individuals to community resources, or collaborating with staff, Britney leads with compassion, professionalism, and a heart for service. Her work often happens behind the scenes, but its impact is felt throughout our entire school community. She helps remove barriers, builds strong relationships, and ensures that every student has the support they need to succeed. Thank you, Britney, for the care, advocacy, and dedication you show our students and families each and every day. We are so grateful for you! 💙 #SchoolSocialWorkWeek #UniteToIgnite

Welcome to March!!
End of the year countdown is on, and we are busy, busy, busy!
Check out what's going on at BCHS & BMS here!