Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School

🍎 Our First Full Week of School Is Here! The school year is officially kicking into full speed, and we are excited for our first full week of learning, growing, and achieving together! Our hallways are filled with energy, enthusiasm, and students who are ready to make this a great year. As we begin settling into our routines, please take a moment to review the information included in the attached photos. Important iPad Reminder:
Parents/guardians, please be sure to complete the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) as soon as possible. Students cannot be assigned their school iPad until the AUP has been completed. This is an important step in ensuring our students have access to the tools they need for learning. Thank you for your continued support as we start another amazing year at B-UMS. Together, we will keep our focus on student success, attendance, growth, and creating a safe, positive learning environment for every student. Let's make this first full week a great one! 💙 #BUMSPride #FirstFullWeek #StudentSuccess #LearningStartsNow #EveryStudentEveryDay 
"Student-focused, every day, in every way."

What a Great Start to the 2026-2027 School Year! We want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our B-UMS families for helping make the first two days of school a tremendous success! It has been wonderful to see our students back in the building, reconnecting with friends, meeting new teachers, and getting excited about the year ahead. We are looking forward to an amazing year filled with growth, learning, achievement, and memorable experiences for every student. Our staff is excited and ready to support our students as they work toward reaching their goals. One thing that has really stood out is our excellent attendance during the first two days of school! Attendance matters, and starting the year with strong attendance helps establish lifelong habits that contribute to success both in school and beyond. Thank you for making school attendance a priority! School Picture Day Reminder School Picture Day will be held on Monday, August 24, 2026. Order forms were sent home during Open House. If you do not have an order form, you can still place an order by sending your payment in an envelope with your student's name and the information needed for your order. Please remember that all students will have their pictures taken, regardless of whether a purchase is made. These photos are used for the school yearbook and student IDs. Thank you again for your partnership and support. Together, we are looking forward to a fantastic year of learning and growth! It's a great day to be a B-UMS student! #BUMS #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters #PictureDay #GreatStartToTheYear

First day of school is here! For those being dropped of at school, here is a graphic to help with parent drop off and pick up. Riding the bus is the recommended way to get to school though. Avoid the traffic and ride the bus.

The Night Before School The backpacks are packed, The outfits laid out, Tomorrow's the day We've all talked about! New teachers, new classes, New friends and new fun, A brand-new adventure For everyone! There may be some butterflies, That's perfectly okay, They'll soon turn to excitement As we start our first day! Just one homework assignment before Thursday arrives: Go to bed early tonight! A good night's sleep will help you wake up ready to learn, laugh, grow, and make this school year your best one yet. We can't wait to welcome all of our students back tomorrow. Get some rest, B-UMS students. Big smiles, great memories, and amazing opportunities are waiting for you in the morning! See you bright and early on Thursday! 💙 #FirstDayOfSchool #BUMSPride #GetSomeSleep #ReadyToLearn #StudentSuccessStartsHere

Reminder tonight is Open house for 7th and 8th grade students, from 3:30pm-6:30PM. See you soon!

📚🎉 Attention Incoming 6th Grade Families! 🎉📚
We are excited to welcome our newest Bucanneers to Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School!
6th Grade Open House
Friday, August 14, 2026
3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Come meet your teachers, find your classrooms, and pick up your class schedules before the first day of school! This is a great opportunity to get familiar with B-UMS, ask questions, and start the year off with confidence.
We can't wait to see our new 6th graders and their families! 💙

#BUMS #LetsGoBUCS #BackToSchool #Welcome6thGrade #StudentSuccessStartsHere

B-UMS Girls Soccer Tryouts are Monday August 10th - Tuesday August 11th from 6pm - 8pm! Please plan to attend both days. B-UMS Boys Soccer Tryouts start Monday August 10th - Tuesday August 11th 2026 from 4pm - 6 pm! Please plan to attend both days. B-UMS Volleyball tryouts Monday August 10th and Tuesday August 11th 8:00am-10:00am in the Gym. If you would like to try out please make sure you have the physical form filled out and turned in to the coach before the start of practice. You will also need water, cleats, and shin guards that has the NOCSAE label.

Parents, let's be honest... If you've ever watched your middle schooler sprint through the house, race to the refrigerator, or somehow have more energy at 9:00 PM than they did at 9:00 AM, we have an idea! 😄 B-UMS Cross Country is still accepting runners! Whether your child is already a runner or just enjoys being active, cross country is a fantastic way to make friends, stay healthy, and be part of a team. 🏃 It's not too late to sign up! 👟 No superhero speed required. ✅ Just a willingness to give it a try. Join the B-UMS Cross Country team today!

Today, Thursday July 30, 2026 B-UMS Boys Soccer practice is cancelled. Practice will resume on Monday Aug 3, 2026 4:00-6:00PM.

B-UMS Girls and Boy Flex soccer practice is canceled July 22 -24th, 2026

Due to weather concerns Girls and Boys Soccer flex practice is canceled today Tuesday July 21, 2026

Buckhannon-Upshur Students represent at NCWV Swim Championship Everett Garver-Daniels & Lexcie Roy Everett swims for Elkins Otters and Lexcie swims for Buckhannon Splashers, both B-UMS Students. They were awarded the: “Christopher R. Sprenger Award” One swimmer on each team is given this award at the annual championship meet. The award is given to a swimmer nominated by their coach who exemplifies the qualities of being an ideal teammate. Key traits of the recipient include: -Uncomplaining Attitude: Works hard and never complains about lane or event placement. -Work Ethic: Tries their hardest during practices and meets, continuously striving to improve. -Sportsmanship: Has fun while competing and consistently encourages their teammates.

B-UMS Girls soccer flex practice is cancelled Friday July 17, 2026 due to weather concerns.

Due to the weather, Boys Soccer Flex Practice has been canceled for this evening, Thursday, July 9, 2026.

Make sure to check out the schools website for the most to date information. Try following our calendar so you won't miss any schoolwide events. https://bums.upshurschools.com/o/bums/events

🇺🇸 Happy Birthday, America! 🇺🇸
Today we celebrate 250 years of our nation’s story—built on courage, hope, and the belief that each new generation can shape a better future. One of the most exciting parts? The students walking our halls today will be about 61–65 years old when the United States celebrates its 300th birthday in 2076. They will be the leaders, problem-solvers, and changemakers carrying our country forward. What an honor it is to educate and support the generation that will write the next chapters of America’s story. ❤️🤍💙 #America250 #FutureLeaders #StudentFocused #LoveYourSchool

🇺🇸 Happy Birthday, America! 🇺🇸
As part of Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School's celebration of America's 250th birthday, we are proud to share a very special honor—the flag currently flying over our middle school was flown over the United States Capitol.
What a meaningful way to connect our students and community to the history, pride, and spirit of our nation. This flag serves as a powerful symbol of freedom, unity, and the enduring legacy we continue to build together.
Here at B-U Middle School, we are excited to celebrate this milestone in our country’s history while continuing to inspire our students to learn, lead, and make a difference.

We are beyond proud of the amazing accomplishments happening every day at Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School! This past week, we celebrated four outstanding students who earned the prestigious Golden Horseshoe Award—joining an elite group of West Virginia scholars. Congratulations to: Dominic DiStefano Amelia Morehead Landon Kelley Emory Hall (not pictured) These students represent the very best of B-UMS—hard work, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. We love seeing our Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School community shine and achieve great things! 💙 🤍

Enjoy your well earned summer! https://www.mybuckhannon.com/buckhannon-upshur-middle-school-releases-fourth-quarter-honor-roll-3/