BMS News

Katherine’s video, Hanging by a Thread, was recognized for its thoughtful message about the growing problem of fast fashion.

The CMS and BMS PTAs recently hosted a presentation by Dr. Chris Bogart from the Sasco River Center, focusing on the vital role of executive functioning in the middle school years. Dr. Bogart helped families bridge the gap between school and home by establishing a shared language and highlighting why these foundational skills are the key to long-term success. Parents walked away with a deeper understanding of the adolescent brain and, most importantly, practical strategies to help their children manage time and organization effectively.

The BMS MATHCOUNTS team—Peter Dominguez, Rohan Gowthaman, Yuliia Kostornichenko, and team captain Julie Ye—delivered an outstanding performance, finishing among the top 10 teams in the state at the 2025 Connecticut MATHCOUNTS State Round at Yale University.

The Bedford Middle School Jazz Band was selected to perform as a Showcase Ensemble at the 2026 Connecticut Music Educators Association (CMEA) All-State Conference, an honor reserved for a small number of outstanding school ensembles across the state. The group performed on March 27 at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford. Directed by Gregg Winters, the ensemble of approximately 25 student musicians presented a 30-minute program of four pieces demonstrating both stylistic range and musical independence.

Twenty-four students from Bedford Middle School represented Westport Public Schools at the 2026 Connecticut Science Olympiad Tournament on Saturday, March 14, held at Captain Nathan Hale Middle School in Coventry, Connecticut. Competing against 17 teams from across the state, the Bedford team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing fourth overall and earning medals in eight of the tournament’s 23 events.

Sixteen talented student musicians from Bedford Middle School were selected to participate in the Western Region Music Festival held March 5–6 at Sacred Heart University, where they rehearsed and performed alongside top student musicians from across Fairfield County under the direction of distinguished guest conductors.