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Billy Mills Middle School in Lawrence, KS

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At Billy Mills Middle School, our mission is to foster a learning environment that is safe and inclusive, where positive relationships are cultivated, and academic excellence flourishes.

01/27/2026

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Glad to see everyone back today!!

Due to today's event, today was a VERY Busy Day - Attendance wise!

If corrections need to be made, please email our Attendance Line at: bmms.attendance@usd497.org

If you have already left a voicemail or sent an email to Ms. Garlick (our Secretary) or "Ms. Rose" Mrs. Murray (our Registrar), please allow them time to catch up & adjust your student's attendance.
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01/27/2026

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It was a very busy day for Ms. Garlick today; and there were some Menu changes due to the Snow Day yesterday.

Here are the Menus for the week of: January 26th!
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01/25/2026

NO SCHOOL on Monday!!

LPS just called it. NO School or any After-school Activities for Monday, January 26th.

Stay Safe. Stay Warm. We will see you hopefully on Tuesday.

01/23/2026

Community Conversations!
Our Community Conversations are happening right now!

During the 2024-25 school year, we engaged with thousands of students, families, staff, and community members on key priorities for a new district wide strategic plan. That feedback has already shaped important work underway during the 2025-26 school year. Now, we’re checking in on our progress, and we want to hear from you.
Join us at a Community Conversation event this January or February, or share your feedback online through a survey.

• Educational Support Center – Jan. 28 | 6:00pm
• Hillcrest Elementary – Feb. 5 | 6:00pm
• Woodlawn Elementary – Feb. 10 | 5:30pm
• Billy Mills Middle School – Feb. 17 | 6:00pm
View full details and complete a survey at: https://www.usd497.org/about-us/strategic-plan

01/23/2026

MLK One Dream! - Jan. 22nd

The MLK One Dream: Mission Possible 2 event was held at the Lied Center on Wednesday, January 22nd.

Students & Staff from LPS Schools were awarded the “MLK One Dream” Award. Criteria for this Special Award is as follows:

An individual who strengthens our school community by modeling compassion, respect, and nonviolent problem-solving. This person brings people together, builds connections across differences, and promotes a sense of belonging for all. They communicate in ways that uplift others, help resolve conflict with empathy, and contribute to a school culture where everyone feels valued, included, and supported.

This year’s BMMS Award winners are: Ms. Sunny Pippert & Emma Anderson.

01/23/2026

Boys’ Basketball News! - Seaman MS, Jan. 21st

🖤💛🏀❄️The BMMS Cougars went up against the Seaman Vikings on Wednesday, January 21st.
7th Grade played AWAY at Seaman, while 8th Grade played HOME.

SCORES
7th A: 43-25 WIN 8th A: 36-38 LOSS
7th B: 28-21 WIN 8th B: 21-29 LOSS

01/23/2026

Boys’ Basketball News! - West, Jan. 15th

🖤💛🏀❄️The BMMS Cougars went up against the West Warhawks on Thursday, January 15th.
7th Grade played AWAY at West, while 8th Grade played HOME.

SCORES
7th A: 31-24 WIN 8th A: 51-20 WIN
7th B: 35-23 WIN 8th B: 34-23 WIN

01/23/2026

Boys’ Basketball News! - Silver Lake, Jan. 13th
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Both the 7th & 8th teams got to travel to a new opponent, Silver Lake Jr. High, on January 13th.

The BMMS Cougars took on the Silver Lake Eagles. 7th Grade team had a great performance with a close Loss in OT, and a Win in the 2nd game.

SCORES
7th A: 39-41 LOSS OT 8th A: 36-53 LOSS
7th B: 51-11 WIN 8th B: 20-40 LOSS

01/23/2026

Boys’ Basketball News! - Mass Mixer, Jan. 8th & 10th
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The 2-day Mass Street Mixer was held at Liberty Central on January 8th and January 10th.
7th & 8th Graders played on that Thursday; & just 8th Graders played on that Saturday.

SCORES
7th A: 24-33 LOSS (Piper) 8th A: 45-35 WIN (Piper)
8th B: 43-32 WIN (Leavenworth)

01/23/2026

Boys’ Basketball News! - vs. Southwest, Jan. 7th
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The BMMS Cougars went up against the Southwest Bulldogs on Wednesday, January 7th.
7th Grade played at HOME, while 8th Grade played AWAY at Southwest.

SCORES
8th A: 42-39 WIN
8th B: 22-48 LOSS

01/20/2026

Ovation! 2026

The Lawrence Schools Foundation is hosting the 10-year anniversary of the USD 497 talent show, Ovation!

Sunday, February 1st
7:00pm
Lied Center of Kansas

Come see the outstanding show, featuring exciting performances along with special presentations and announcements throughout the evening.

And cheer on your fellow BMMS Cougars who will be performing: 6th Graders - Ava Baranski & Kaliyah Stallings.

01/20/2026

Please join us for the MLK One Dream: Mission Possible 2 – Building Community, Uniting a Nation, the Nonviolent Way - an evening honoring Lawrence Public Schools students and staff who live out Dr. King’s legacy through compassion, connection, and nonviolent leadership.

Honorees are recognized for strengthening community, bringing people together across differences, and creating spaces of belonging and respect. The program will also feature inspiring performances by Lawrence Public Schools students, including music, spoken word, and artistic expression.

📍 Lied Center of Kansas
1600 Stewart Drive, Lawrence, KS

🗓 Thursday, January 22

🕕 Doors open at 6:00PM
🕕 Student art gallery from 6:00-6:30PM
🕡 Program begins at 6:30PM

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2734 Louisiana Street
Lawrence, KS
66046

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https://www.usd497.org/domain/23

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