May 13, 2019
The WJHA Hockey Windup will take place on May 23rd, 2019 at Camp Manitou It is a full day event and participants are asked to bring proper clothing/accessories such as hat, water bottle, runners, sunscreen, etc. Pick up time is 9:00am from Bruce Middle School and leave Camp at 3:00pm on...
May 08, 2019
Bruce Middle School will be participating in an online survey called OurSCHOOL Student Survey from May 9-18, 2019 Who: ALL Bruce Middle School Students When: May 9-May 18, 2019 Where: Bruce Middle School Why: School Improvement About the OurSCHOOL Student Survey: -Allows students to share their feedb ack anonymously on...
May 02, 2019
Each day throughout the month of May, SJASD staff will be sharing photos on Instagram to highlight a specific word/theme related to education. After each day of the challenge, we will update our photo map to include our favourite selection from the day. To check out the Photo-A-Day Challenge, search the hashtag...
May 02, 2019
On Friday, May 3rd, all WJHA students will be participating in the annual floorball tournament at Keith Bodley Arena. the bus will depart Bruce at approximately 12:30 p.m. and will return by the 3:30 p.m. dismissal time at Bruce. A Subway lunch will be provided for all participants but they will...
April 29, 2019
BMS Community Walk for Winnipeg Harvest The Grade 7 students at Bruce Middle School are participating in Winnipeg Harvest's 'Empty Bowl Project' during the month of May. Our goal as a school, is to raise awareness for poverty in our communities as well as globally. We will set a goal to...
April 25, 2019
Who: The race was started as an event for students, staff and families from our High 5 community of schools (Robert Browning, Sansome, Phoenix, Lincoln and Westwood). Over the past year, it has expanded it to welcome participants from all schools (students, staff and families) in SJASD.
What: A 5km fun run...
April 24, 2019
BMS ANNUAL YEAR-END BEACH VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT Bruce Middle School will be hosting it's annual year-end beach volleyball tournament on June 17th, 2019 at Melrose park Community Club. There is a limit of 130 students to participate and it is on a first come, first served basis. To reserve a spot, students...
April 23, 2019
The SJASD Spring Concert is taking place on May 9 at 7:00 p.m. at Westwood Community Church. For more details,
click here.
April 22, 2019
Each morning listen to announcements for important tips and information on how to be sustainable. Our focus this week is on REDUCING (from the 3R's). By reducing consumption and waste , we will have the greatest effect for sustainability. Monday: Earth Day- wear green/blue, participate in clean-air walk at lunch...
April 08, 2019
On Wednesday, April 10th Students and Staff are taking part in International Day of Pink. It is a day to celebrate diversity by standing up for your community. Today, Monday, during literacy time, the students read about the history of the International Day of Pink and watched a video and discussed what wearing...
April 03, 2019
Lifetouch will be here for our Grade 8's on Thursday, April 18, 2019 to have their portraits and a class composite done. Watch for the order forms coming home soon with your child.
April 03, 2019
The last Friday after school session is April 12th. All participants will be attending Activate Gaming Centre which is located on Portage Avenue. Students will be picked up from Bruce Middle School @ 3:30 to go to Activate Gaming Centre and will return to BMS around 5:45 to eat and will...
March 21, 2019
Gr. 8 ART students will be partaking in the "Recycling Runway" project throughout April and May (They make outfits out of up-cycled and recycled goods). We hope to showcase these designer outfits during the Spring concert which is May 22nd, along with works from all grades. In order to accomplish this,...
March 21, 2019
MARCH 22nd...WJHA students will NOT be going to the Ice Plex for the after-school session on March 22nd. Instead the session will be held at Bruce Middle School and students will be dismissed at 5:15 from the school.
March 05, 2019
Help Siloam Mission & Win Free BLAST Pizza Every Non-Perishable Food item is Worth 1 ballot Draw will be on Monday, March 18th The Winnipeg BLAST group gets free Pizza on Friday, March 22nd
March 01, 2019
Let's Talk Science Challenge April 29, 2019 Three teams from Bruce Middle School will compete against other middle school teams on their knowledge of scientific facts and theories, as well as engineering design/build challenge. Throughout the day, teams will display their team spirit through their carefully thought out costumes, posters,...
February 28, 2019
CHARITY BASKETBALL GAME MARCH 1ST On March 1st the Winnipeg Blue Bombers will be playing Manitoba Corrections in a charity basketball game at Bruce Middle School. During halftime of this event, we are offering the students an opportunity to get involved in a "2-Ball" competition with a Blue Bomber player as...
February 26, 2019
On March 7th, the Geoscientists and Engineers of Manitoba will be using Bruce Middle School as one of the testing centres for the annual Spaghetti Bridge Competition. They will be testing spaghetti structures weighing no more than 350 grams! For more information click here
http://www.apegm.mb.ca/SpaghettiBridge.html
February 21, 2019
This activity will take the place of regularly scheduled Friday night hockey academy. Click here for details:
WJHA Forks letter 2019.pdf
February 21, 2019
I love to read week Monday- Pyjama Day Bedtime story read over intercom during afternoon literacy time by our very own A-team! Tuesday - Seuss Day- come dressed in Seuss Style… Crazy Hat, Blue Sox, etc. Wednesday - Wear a word (shirts with words) Thursday - Book Character/Cos Play Contest...
February 20, 2019
During the week of March 4-8, 2019 your child will have the opportunity to participate in a unique mental health awareness program called Speak Out. Click here for details:
Speak up letter on letterhead 2019.pdf
January 29, 2019
Due to the forecasted weather for Wednesday, the WJHA in-school session will be cancelled.
January 25, 2019
Please find attached Grade 6-8 Bruce Registration in the below links:
Grade 6
Grade 7 Grade 8 ...
January 21, 2019
CANCELLED - Grade 7 Camp Manitou, February 7th, 2019 Due to the forecasted weather for Feb 7th, Camp Manitou has been cancelled. Students will stay back at the school on this day. We have planned a variety of indoor activities for these students. We will still offer a pizza lunch option for $5.00;...
January 15, 2019
Our Divisional Report to the Community is a reflection on the previous school year, with a strong emphasis on our strategic outcomes, student data and future planning in SJASD. We invite you to check out our 2018 report for a snapshot of the ongoing work happening in our Division and to learn...
January 07, 2019
Senior Years
High School information evenings were held the week of February 11th. Registration forms will be accepted on February 19, 2019. Completed Registration forms are to be returned to your child's current St. James-Assiniboia Middle Years School.
January 07, 2019
The WJHA program resumes their regular schedule with the first in-school session on Wednesday, January 9th, 2019 and the first after-school session on Friday, January 18th, 2019. As part of our involvement with the True North Foundation and the Winnipeg Jets Hockey Academy, our hockey academy participants have been invited to attend...
December 18, 2018
Bruce Middle School Success Assemblies Our goal is to celebrate student achievements in a meaningful way in our school community. We have assemblies planned throughout the year where we will recognize groups, sports teams, and individual students for their achievements. Dates for the Success Assemblies this year: Tues December 18...
December 17, 2018
School Cash Online is an easy to use and safe way to pay for your children’s school fees. Now, with a few clicks, you can pay for your child’s yearbook, class trips and so much more from your own home. All you have to do is register an account, attach your...
December 17, 2018
Important Reminder to all WJHA students: There is no hockey this Wednesday (December 19th, 2018). Friday's afterschool session (December 21, 2018), will be held at Bruce Middle School. Students will NOT be going to the Iceplex, instead, WJHA students will be playing games in the gym. The schedule is as...
December 17, 2018
SPIRIT WEEK DEC 17-21 MONDAY: Opposite Day TUESDAY: Sports/Bearcat Day and Success Assembly WEDNESDAY: Wack Hair/Hat Day THURSDAY: Holiday Attire/ Wear Red or Green (Delivery of Reindeer Kisses during Period 1) FRIDAY: Pajama Day and Holiday Breakfast for ALL STUDENTS during period 1
December 14, 2018
Looking for ideas of what to do over spring break? Or how to stay busy during the next season? St. James-Assiniboia School Division Community Bulletin Board features upcoming events, programs and courses being offered in the community all year-long that may be of interest to our students and their families. The board is refreshed on...
November 27, 2018
The Neil Krebs award is presented annually to a member of the Middle Years Tier 1 Championship team. It is set up to rotate between a male player one year and a female player the next. Neil Krebs was a student who played on the boys volleyball team at Spring Valley School in...
November 15, 2018
Bruce clothing has arrived! Please see Ms. Sproll in the gym to pick up your order. Please note that some items are on backorder and have not yet arrived, so those items will be arriving as quick as possible. Thank you for your patience and for ordering clothing this...
November 09, 2018
Due to the space and ventilation upgrades required to run an industrial arts program, a woods room expansion and renovation began in June 2018. The renovation is now complete and students who have had the woods PA rotation are completing a project before the end of the term. Included in...
November 08, 2018
The 2018 St. James-Assiniboia Basketball Referee Clinic is taking place on November 21 at Lincoln Middle School. We are looking for Middle School Basketball Referees for the upcoming season! The free clinic offers registered participants the opportunity to receive their Novice Referee Certification and referee Middle Years basketball in St. James-Assiniboia School Division.
When:...
November 02, 2018
BMS will be holding a Remembrance Day Service on November 8th, 2018 @ 9:00 am in our gymnasium. Everyone is welcome to attend.
October 31, 2018
The Manitoba School Boards Association (MSBA) and the Manitoba Association of Parent Councils (MAPC) present a helpful guide to talk with your child about cannabis. The fact sheet covers cannabis use, harms and risks associated, laws in Canada and other valuable resources on the topic.
Click here to view...
October 25, 2018
LOCATION: LIBRARY November 14 th (Periods 5-8) 11:45 am to 3:30 pm (closed 12:25 - 1:25) November 15 th ( Periods 5-8) 11:45 am to 7:30 pm (closed 12:25 - 1:25 & 4:00 – 4:30 pm) November 16 th ( Periods 5-8) 11:45 am to 3:30 pm (closed 12:25...
October 24, 2018
Parent Council is having their first fundraiser. Please see the attachment for information. There is still time to send in your orders ... Orders are due into Bruce Middle School by Monday, NOVEMBER 26th. . Orders will be available for pickup at BMS Winter Concert on December 12th.
BMS Parent Council Fundraiser Oct...
October 05, 2018
Please note: The Parenting Symposium scheduled to take place on October 13, 2018 at Jameswood Alternative School has been cancelled due to low registration. More information will be provided in the future for upcoming events hosted on behalf of Educational Support Services.
September 11, 2018
The City of Winnipeg Municipal and School Board Election Day is October 24, 2018. School boards are elected in our province to carry out the planning and delivery of educational services within geographic regions known as school divisions. The Nomination Period for School Trustee candidates begins Wednesday, September 12 and ends...
July 03, 2018
Summer hours will commence on Tuesday, July 3 and end on Friday, August 17. Office hours for St. James-Assiniboia School Division Board Office are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
As for the Media Centre inside the Professional Staff Development Centre, the summer hours are as follows:
July 3 - July 13, 2018:...
June 15, 2018
St. James-Assiniboia School Division operates on the six-day cycle. The School Day Calendar includes inservice and holiday information. Additional school specific information may be acquired from our Divisional Calendar at the start of the new school year or individual school websites. Please see below the School Day Calendar for the upcoming 2018-2019...
May 23, 2018
Pictures attached.
May 02, 2018
Earth Week Winners Results Thank you and congratulations to all participants of Earth Week. We hope that your sustainability efforts continue throughout the year! Prize winners had their choice of $10 gift cards to Subway, Starbucks, or iTunes. Trivia Winners: Mon April 23: Adison in Blast 2 Tues April 24:...
April 26, 2018
Any grade 6 or 7 students currently registered to attend Bruce next year who are interested in attending a sport camp this summer and would like to apply for an athletic scholarship please contact Mrs. Sproll at ksproll@sjsd.net. Please indicate which camp you are registering for, the cost of the camp,...
April 25, 2018
We have two field trips that allowed us to send students to a program called Let's Talk Science at the U of M. They are able to learn and explore different science experiments and eqiupment.
Attached is some pictures from these trips.
April 25
Making...
April 25, 2018
As per the email I sent out on Wednesday incase any parents did not receive it, Dear Parent/Guardian, This Friday, April 27 th , the WJHA will be hosting its annual floorball tournament for all of its students at Keith Bodley Arena. The tournament will run from approximately 12:45 – 2:30...
April 19, 2018
On February 27th, Bruce's very own Kickboxing Club finally got off the ground, but, then for warm-up, they got back on the ground and did some good ol' burpees, push-ups, and the like! We have 30 super dedicated kickboxers who are learning to skip, learning footwork, shadowboxing, punches, kicks,...
April 17, 2018
Bruce Middle School clothing is now available. All orders are to be completed online by September 28. Deliveries will take approximately 4-6 weeks after the final deadline, and will be shipped to Bruce. Mrs. Sproll will have clothing sample sizes available for students to try at lunch time. Please see...
April 13, 2018
We sent 10 girls to the youth womens conference where they spent the day
April 12, 2018
The Bruce Bearcats proudly wore green/jerseys to show their support for the tragic accident with the Humboldt Broncos hockey team. We also collected donations to go towards the GoFund me page to show our support to the players and families of the accident . Way to go Bearcats for all your...
April 12, 2018
Tyler U- Gold
Liam P - Silver Cassidy M & Jersey C - Silver
Dennis M - Silver
Ashley V - Silver
Lubina K - Bronze
April 05, 2018
Kids will only be attending the games they are playing in.
BRUCE 6/7 GAMES - MOOSE Monday, April 9: Bruce 6/7 vs Isaac Newton 1:00 Gateway Blue Wednesday, April 25: Bruce 6/7 vs Bernie 7/8 11:30 East End Wednesday, May 2: Peguis 6/7 vs Bruce 6/7 11:30 Iceplex Coop...
March 29, 2018
The third issue of CONTACT is here! Read the latest initiatives, projects and achievements in SJASD all in one place. This issue highlights JT students departing on a mission trip to Ecuador, Buchanan growing tower gardens, Phoenix studying the long-told stories of the sky and much more. Click the icon below to...
March 19, 2018
Schools in St. James-Assiniboia have always taken great pride in providing a high quality of education for all children. In asking you to spend 10-15 minutes to complete this short survey, you can help us to maintain areas of strength and identify areas that need continuing growth or improvement.
Click here...
March 14, 2018
Please
click here to view the latest media release on behalf of SJASD highlighting the 2018-2019 Budget Summary.
March 14, 2018
Spirit Week Activities March 19 - 23, 2018
Monday - PJ Day Tuesday - Twin Day & Taco in a Bag Tuesday Wednesday - Beach Day - Tourist Day (dress code still applies!) Thursday - Sports Day - BB game between Bombers and Corrections Friday - Blast Colour Day -...
March 09, 2018
Now that your basketball seasons are coming to a close (but GOOD LUCK to all those still playing!), Community Club ball would be a great way to keep your teams playing together during the spring and developing their skills and camaraderie for next season. Community Club season runs from...
March 05, 2018
Monday, March 5 - All schools in SJASD are open. Bus service is cancelled. There will be no bus service. Once again, all schools are open but bus service is cancelled for the day.
March 02, 2018
Please find below the 2018-2019 Public Budget Presentation that was shown on Thursday, March 1 at our annual Parent/Public Draft Budget Meeting at the Board Office. Our Draft Budget presentation has focussed on how our public schools are funded through provincial grants and local taxes. Equally important is what will be...
February 15, 2018
Grade 7 students at Camp Wannakumbac! Fun in the sun & snow!
January 16, 2018
Our four high schools are holding Information Evenings on the following dates for parents and students to meet teachers and learn more about the different types of programs available. All Information Evenings begin at 7:00 p.m. Registration forms will be accepted on February 16, 2018.
St. James Collegiate (ASTec),...
January 10, 2018
Link to information The Bruce Middle Ski/ Snowboarding trip is scheduled for March 2nd, 2018
January 10, 2018
Grade 7 Winter camp is next month Feb 14-16, 2018.
January 10, 2018
Reminder of the skills competition event tonight, students are asked to be at the school by 6 pm. The bus will be picking students up at 6:15pm and returning at 9pm approx. Supper is NOT included tonight.
November 22, 2017
Bruce Leadership will be organizing Taco in a Bag lunch. Please bring your form and $5 cash (exact amount) to your Blast teacher before October 22nd 9:00 am. Please click on the link to
download the order form ...
November 07, 2017
NOVEMBER 21, 2017 COACHING FOR CONFIDENCE Presented by Dr. John Walker, Professor – Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University of Manitoba and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Program, St. Boniface Hospital. Shyness and anxiety are normal human emotions. Some children, however, are much more shy or fearful than the average child. ...
November 07, 2017
The Terry Fox Run takes place on Friday, September
28th during periods 4 and 5. The
entire school will take part in a 5 km run/walk through Woodhaven and a fterwards we will have a barbeque. All funds raised will go
to the Terry Fox Foundation to support cancer research ...
October 24, 2017
October 23-27, 2017
Monday, October 23:
T2 girls’ volleyball practice at 7:30am Drop Everything and Read Manitoba School Library Day 11:05-11:25 Tier 1 Girls’ volleyball vs Hedges (Boys at Hedges) 4-5:30
Tuesday, October 24:
T2 boys’ volleyball practice at 7:30am Toasty Tuesday, 8:15-8:30 Safe Schools/Cool to Care in PM T1...
October 24, 2017
Please be advised that we entered a hold and secure situation this morning on the advice of the police in response to an event in the community. Bruce Middle School was not under a direct threat and this was done as a precautionary measure. The police have advised us that...
October 04, 2017
"Bruce Bearcat Clothing is Back! You can come down to the front lobby at Lunch Time or After School to be sized! All of the orders are being done online this year, so make sure you come get sized!" Students will then get a small paper with item details and the...
October 04, 2017
BMS Curling season is fast approaching! We have distributed information and registration forms to those interested...however we have limited spots. If you child brings home curling forms and is interested in joining, please read the information, complete the necessary forms and remit fees as soon as possible. The deadline for these...
September 23, 2017
The Leadership Team has been busy planning, making posters, and assembling prizes for our very first Spirit Week of the year! Show your school spirit and come dressed up each day! Theme days are:
Monday- PJ Day- come dressed in pyjamas and bring your favourite sleep items.
Tuesday- Twins or Triplets...
September 23, 2017
On September 26 th and 27 th all grade 7 students who attend Bruce Middle School will be participating in Safeteen presentations. We all want to know what to do to keep our children safe. I think we can all agree that the most difficult thing as a parent/caregiver is to...
July 17, 2017
Each school in St. James-Assiniboia School Division will be holding an Annual Meeting to establish a Parent Council or a Parent Advisory Committee. This is an opportunity to become involved in your school and have a positive impact on your child’s education. We need your input and ideas! Please
click here to...
April 25, 2017
Safe Schools Community Forum, "Wellness Today: Building Healthy Futures"
As part of our commitment to keep our schools safe, St. James-Assiniboia School Division hosts a Safe Schools Forum once every two years.
On Wednesday, April 12, our Division teamed up with local organizations to present the 2017 Safe Schools Forum "Wellness Today: Building Healthy Futures."...
April 24, 2017
S t. James-Assiniboia Divisional Science Fair 2017 Special Awards Report The 51st Annual SJASD Divisional Science Fair took place on April 5th, 2017 at George Waters Middle School and St. James Collegiate. The special award winners are listed below. Top Project Awards
The Top Project award is presented to a project in Grade 3, 4, and...
