School Supply Lists for 2026-27 are available now!
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Buford Middle School 2026-27 School Supply List: 6th: 1 - Binder, Durable, View, 3 Inch, Blue, Avery 1 - Divider, Avery, 5 Tab, Multicolor, Big Tab Write On 1 - Headphones, HamiltonBuhl Kids, HA2, Asst. Colors 10 - Pencil, Ticonderoga, Sharpened, No 2, 10 Pk 1 - Sheet Protector, Plastic, 30 Pkg, Avery; 7th: 1 - Binder, Durable, View, 2 Inch, Blue, Avery 1 - Colored Pencils, Crayola, 12 Ct 1 - Divider, Avery, 8 Tab, Multicolor, Big Tab Write On 1 - Earbuds, HamiltonBuhl, Tangle Free Cord, Asst Colors 5 - Pencil, Ticonderoga, Sharpened, No 2, 10 Pk 1 - Pencil Pouch, Front View, 7 x 10, 3 Ring, Asst Color 1 - Pencil Sharpener, Canister, 2 Hole 8th: 1 - Colored Pencils, Crayola, 12 Ct 4 - Composition Book, Wide Ruled, Black, 100 Ct, Pacon 1 - Earbuds, HamiltonBuhl, Tangle Free Cord, Asst Colors 1 - Highlighter, Pen Style, Chisel, Clip, 3 Pack, Yellow, Blue, Pink 7 - Pencil, Ticonderoga, Sharpened, No 2, 10 Pk 1 - Pencil Pouch, Clear, 9 x 10.5, 3 Ring 1 - Pencil Sharpener, Canister, 2 Hole; Fundamentals of Computing: 1 - Dry Erase Markers, Expo, 4 Color Set, Chisel 1 - Index Cards, 3 x 5, Ruled, White, 100 Ct 1 - Markers, Crayola, Classic, 08 Ct, Thick 1 - Paper, Construction, 9x12, Asst Colors, 50 Ct 1 - Paper, Filler, Wide, 100 Ct 1 - Tape, Scotch, Roll/Dispenser, 3/4 x 300; Self Contained: 1 - Binder, Durable, View, 2 Inch, Blue, Avery 1 - Sheet Protector, Plastic, 10 Pkg, Avery
We are excited to announce Hannah Merrill as the Lancaster County School District Teacher of the Year!
5 days ago, Buford Middle School
Person stands at podium, speaking. Behind, screen displays photo of smiling woman. Text: "Congratulations Hannah Merrill" and "Teacher of the Year."
BMS 6th Grade Orientation is almost here!
5 days ago, Buford Middle School
A maroon-themed schedule for the 6th Grade Orientation on July 31, 2026. Details include drop-off time, items to bring, and pizza lunch.
BMS Spirit Week (First Week of School)
6 days ago, Buford Middle School
Spirit week poster with five days of themes. Day one is Welcome to the Hive. Day two is Busy as a Bee.
New teacher Spotlight
12 days ago, Buford Middle School
A poster with a woman's photo, "New Teacher Spotlight: Nichole Graham" in bold text. A bee icon, text, and yellow stars on a white background.
Welcome to the Hive!
12 days ago, Buford Middle School
A red background with a golden border features a smiling woman with a cat, a bee, and the text "Welcome to the hive, Samantha Burdette-Traywick!"
Join us!
13 days ago, Buford Middle School
Blue and white flyer. Text reads "Ready. Set. Pray." Event on August 2nd, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM. Contact Patrick Blackmon at 803-286-8567.
BMS Welcomes new teachers!
14 days ago, Buford Middle School
Welcome to the hive! BMS is thrilled you are here. Rebecca Markley, Nichole Graham, and Beth Kennington
Important Dates for Families!
20 days ago, Buford Middle School
BUFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL IMPORTANT DATES For Families! We look forward to seeing you as we prepare for a great year at BMS!= OPEN REGISTRATION BMS MEDIA CENTER Complete registration, update information, and get ready for the 2026-2027 school year! וונ 7/20 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 7/22 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM SCHEDULE PICK-UPS BMS MAIN OFFICE Pick up your student's schedule and get final information before the first day! Let's Thrive in the Hive! ♡ 7/22 4:00 PM 6:00 PM 7/23 — 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF OUR BMS FAMILY! GO YELLOW JACKETS!
Attention Parents! Here are some helpful links as we prepare for the start of the 2026-2027 school year:

- The district's back-to-school page is https://www.lancastercsd.com/page/backtoschool It is being updated with policies.

- digital school supply shopping link - https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/57300-buford-middle-school

- link to the school supply PDF - https://aptg.co/5T541V
about 1 month ago, Buford Middle School
Back to School District Policies and School Supply Lists
Congratulations to our very own Mrs. Merrill!
2 months ago, Buford Middle School
Congratulations to Hannah Merrill for being a Lancaster County teacher of the year finalist. BMS is so proud of you!
Please complete this Google Form with a baby picture and an updated picture of your 8th Grader so we can use it for the slideshow on Friday.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxQpvbHUm6oXIA2IsgYifNJWbet6T9rE2z-A06OPiRESl-ag/viewform?usp=header
2 months ago, Buford Middle School
BMS Field Day 2026

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1krp4Rd_KZ5LEh4aulzt59yTyqWG-vm7W/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Buford Middle School
BMS Field Day May 22
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
BMS 2026 Field Day A Day of Fun to Finish the Year. Friday May 22. **We are asking students to bring a bagged lunch, towel, and water bottle. All Day Event/Reach out to a StuCo Teacher sponsor with any questions
Many congratulations to our BMS winners!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eKEUS1AbQMfQAzGp0gfbwGe99BsqO67t/view?usp=sharing
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Mark your calendars to join us for some summer fun!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciXCX4fq5L6wRx3vbeXZfXgrqZlXVEeJeUEUSPKKPdLbKmVw/viewform?usp=header
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Lil Jacket Cheer Camp: Cheers, dances, motions, games, stunting, jumps, tumbling, a pep rally and much more! $50 per cheerleader, includes camp shirt June 22-25 5:30-7:30 BMS Gym For more info: susan.hopkins@lcsd.k12.sc.us
Youth Serve is a local non-profit, Christian based organization that runs a camp for teens age 13 through the summer after graduation during which we complete home repairs as well as community service projects.

In addition to spiritual growth and learning to serve others, YS is also a great way to get service hours. Just 5 days equals 33 hours! This year's camp is Jun15th-19th. Visit our website for details or to register as a student or to complete a home repair application. Deadline May 15th! We would also welcome any adults with construction skills! For reference, we complete a lot of wheelchair ramps, decks repair/replacements, siding, flooring, pressure washing, and painting.
Feel free to call 803-320-9972 with any questions!

https://www.kershawyouthserve.org/
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Youth Serve June 15-19 Register at Kershawyouthserve.org. Space is limited!
In honor of Teacher of Appreciation Week, here is the entire list of 2025-26 Pride of the Hive recipients: https://canva.link/j3emya8dkmw5w5m
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Pride of the Hive: In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we would like to highlight our entire list of Pride of the Hive recipients for the 2025-26 school year. These dedicated educators have been nominated by their peers and deserve all the love and recognition they can get.
It's National Principal's Day! Let's celebrate Mrs. Bradley!
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Happy National Principal's Day, Ashley Bradley! Buford Middle School loves you!
Congratulations to each of these winners!
3 months ago, Buford Middle School
Congratulations to our winners for the 2025-26 school year! Teacher of the year: Hannah Merrill; Beginning TOY: Susan Stroud; Staff Member of the Year: Tammie Funderburk