Students

Student Handbook

First page of the PDF file: StudentHandbook2022-2023

Non-Negotiable School Rules

This list of five common expectations exists in all classrooms, hallways, activities - everywhere. They create a common language and common consistency for everyone to live by. These five items allow students to know what their expectations are no matter which classroom they are about to enter. Read, recite, memorize, and live them in all you do and say, that is the Brentwood way! 

  • Choose Respect
  • Choose Responsibility
  • Choose Kindness
  • Choose Grit
  • Choose Mindfulness

Helpful Links

Teacher Recommended Websites

French

Health and Wellness

  • Log It
    Log It is a free pedometer step and mile recording program for kids 3rd grade and up. Students can virtually walk around the USA with their classmates, log up to six days back, enter up to 25,000 (12.5 miles) steps a day and enjoy additional site features.
  • Kids Quiz
    Kids Quiz is a fun, daily trivia quiz designed for kids between the ages of 8 and 18. Each day, students are provided with a daily trivia quiz question about nutrition, health, physical activity, and sports. Many of the questions students will have to guess at the answer.

Literacy/Reading

  • Reading Plus
    Reading Plus is an online reading program provided by the Brentwood School District to supplement and support reading instruction.  All BMS students currently have access to this program which will benefit all readers regardless of reading ability.  We are constantly growing and changing as readers, so even our top readers will benefit from the program.  I Balance is a reading warm-up activity and helps strengthen the eye muscles associated with reading.  See Reader is the main component and is made up of a series of high-interest reading passages accompanied by comprehension questions. Read Around addresses vocabulary development.  Students have been given their login information and the program can be accessed using any computer with an Internet connection.  Firefox and Google Chrome are the preferred browsers.  Please contact Mary Seal with any questions at 314-926-8238, x1057.

Math

  • Math Is Fun

    This website provides parents with enrichment type problems to complete with your child at home.

  • Math Aids

    This website offers free printable math worksheets with answer keys for basic concepts needed to be successful in middle school math.

  • IXL

    This website is helpful for students in grades K-8.  By selecting your grade level you'll find a list of grade level standards.  There are many practice quizzes you can take with immediate and helpful feedback.

  • Calculation Nation Math Review Games

    Login as "guest".  This website was created by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and used web-based games to help students practice math skills.

  • Get the Math

    This website is a great resource for middle and high school students.  Video and web activities will help students develop algebraic thinking skills for solving real-world problems.

  • NCTM Apps

    This website provides a collection of free iOS and Android apps that can be installed on your phone or tablet to help practice math skills.

  • Purple Math

    This website provides explanations of many algebra concepts discussed in 8th grade and high school math.

  • Khan Academy

    This website has resources for students including interactive challenges, assessments, and videos.