The Lion Ledger: 05/24/2026

Families,

Here are two important updates/reminders as well head into the final week of the school year:

1. Board of Education Seeks Community Input into Superintendent Search. Complete the Online Survey!

Members of the Bexley Board of Education have officially launched their search for Bexley’s next superintendent and are focused on finding an exceptional leader to carry the school district’s work forward.

Critical to the Board’s work is understanding what the Bexley families and community members value and expect from the district’s top leader. Please complete a short, online Community Survey related to the search as quickly as possible. The survey closes on Tuesday, May 26, at noon.

Access the Community Survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BEXCOMM

2. No Classes / District Closed Tomorrow, May 25

Tomorrow, May 25, we mourn and honor the military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 26. 

Let’s have a great final week of the school year!

Principal Price

IMPORTANT DATES (4th Quarter):

• May 25: No Classes / District Closed: Memorial Day 
• May 27: 8th Grade Recognition Ceremony at 2:30pm in the HS Gym
• May 28: MS Field Day
• May 29: Last Day of School for Students & Staff / End of Quarter 4 / Early Dismissal at 2:32pm

FIELD DAY IS COMING, AND WE'D LOVE YOUR HELP!

We will have our BMS Field Day on Thursday, 5/28. Students will move in groups through activity stations, which staff members will lead. Parent/Family volunteers are needed to help/support staff members during the activities. There are AM and PM shifts available. We also have a few donation items that will need to be dropped off at 479 N Columbia Ave by Weds, 5/27. Thank you for volunteering! Tap the link to view the signup:  https://signup.com/go/YMCUdmx

CAMP HAMWI 2026 - DIABETES CAMP REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Registration for Camp Hamwi 2026 is still open!

Camp Hamwi is a summer camp program for youth living with diabetes focused on building confidence, independence, friendships, and lifelong community connections in a fun, safe, and medically supported environment. 2026 Camp Hamwi programs include:

Day Camp (Ages 3–12)

• June 8–12, 2026
• Located at Blendon Woods Metro Park in Columbus, Ohio
• Campers spend the week hiking, playing camp games, doing crafts, participating in outdoor activities, and building friendships with other youth living with diabetes.

Overnight Camp (Ages 7-17)

• Senior Week (Ages 13–17)
• July 19–25, 2026
• Junior Week (Ages 7–12)
• July 26–August 1, 2026
• Located at Camp Mohaven in Danville, Ohio
• The overnight camp experience includes activities like kayaking, archery, arts and crafts, camp games, outdoor adventures, evening programs, and so much more.

One of the most impactful parts of diabetes camp is the sense of community it creates. Campers spend the week surrounded by peers and staff who truly understand life with diabetes. Camp helps youth develop confidence and independence in their diabetes management while simply getting to enjoy being kids.

Camp Hamwi provides 24/7 medical oversight throughout all camp programs. The staff is trained in recognizing and treating low blood sugars, and over 70% of the program staff are individuals living with diabetes themselves. Camp Hamwi partners with Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Akron Children’s Hospital, whose endocrinology attendings, fellows, residents, nurses, and medical professionals help support the camp’s programs each summer.

To help make camp more accessible, Camp Hamwi uses a tier-based pricing system that allows families to choose the payment level that works best for them. Additional scholarship support is also available for families who need financial assistance beyond the lowest tier.

Registration deadlines are approaching, but space is still available across programs. There will be an upcoming virtual Camp Hamwi Q&A session on May 28th and June 22nd where families can learn more about camp, ask questions, and meet members of our team. 

This camp is not sponsored by Bexley Middle School or Bexley City Schools.

HERE is a link to the camp flyer. If you have any questions or would like additional materials to share, please feel free to reach out directly to amyer@lifecarealliance.org.

ORDERING YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL SUPPLY KIT FOR THE 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR!

Once again, BMS PTO is working with 1st Day School Supplies to bring you a full school supply kit — you order online, and it shows up at school right before the new school year!

You can order now through July 1st using the link below. Be sure to choose your child’s grade for the ‘26-‘27 school year and also note that a special kit is needed for those taking orchestra or band.

Your August self will surely thank you for the time saved! Here’s the link to purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2y985emr

Athletics

Carleton McGrady, Athletic Coordinator

348 S. Cassingham Road

Bexley, OH 43209

(614) 231-4309

DISTRICT UPDATES

BEF MAY NEWSLETTER:

This month, the Foundation features our 2026 Spring grant update and details about the upcoming 30th anniversary of the Alumni Piazza and Walkway. Plus the 2026 Educator of the Year!

HERE, you can locate the BEF's most recent newsletter!