The Busy Bee 

BPMS NEWSLETTER - November 2017  Welcome to the very first edition of The Busy Bee - We’re all up in 

your Bees ness. Meet Mya Durham, Co-Editor in Chief Interview by Olivia Mawhinney 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Q: What is your perspective of BPMS 

Mya: I think it's a great school and there is a lot of activities that you can participate in. Along with a lot of great students and teachers.

 

 

Q: What do you do after school? 

Mya: I dance, and read after school. 

Q: What is your life like at home? 

Mya: It's very fun and I read a lot! 

Q: Do you do any activities, if so what kind? 

Mya: I read ,dance, play the violin, I participate in pageants, and newspaper club. 

Q: Care to tell an embarrassing story?  Mya: I was in the car and my mom was driving me to Starbucks. I was sleeping since it was a really long drive. My head was facing the ceiling and I randomly started opening and closing my mouth! I knew I was doing it but I didn't do anything about it since I was still half asleep 

Q: What is your favorite book? 

Mya: Every chapter book that ever existed!!! 

Q: Anything else to add? 

Mya: THIS SCHOOL IS AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

 

 

 

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Meet Olivia Mawhinney, Co-Editor in Chief Interview by Mya Durham 

 

Q: What is your perspective of BPMS?  Olivia: I like all the teachers and the students and I think PVA is really fun.  Q: What do you do after school?  

Olivia: I usually hang out with my neighborhood friends  Q: What is your life like at home?  

Olivia: It's really fun but it can be really busy because it has so many activities  Q: Do you do any activities, if so what kind  Olivia: I do many activities like the Newspaper club, PVA, and basketball.  Q: Care to tell an embarrassing story?  Olivia: I was playing football at school and I made a touchdown when someone came up to me and said that I scored for the wrong team. I was really embarrassed but at least I made a touchdown.  Q: What is your favorite book?  Olivia: My favorite book is wonder. I like how Auggie Perseveres when times are tough.  Q: Anything else to add? 

Olivia: I Just wanted to say keep up the good work BPMS. 

 

 

 

   

 

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 Teacher Interview with Mrs.Everitt Every newsletter we will interview a teacher, whether they teach a grade or helps around the school!  Newspaper- What is your role at BPMS? 

Mrs. Everitt - I am a School Library Media Specialist 

Newspaper- How long have you worked here? 

Mrs. Everitt- This is my fourth year here. 

Newspaper- What's your life like outside of school? 

Mrs. Everitt- I have a husband, Two kids, and a dog. My son is all grown up. My daughter is in college and studies animation. I spend my time reading, gardening, taking walks, and hiking. 

Newspaper- What's your family like? 

Mrs. Everitt- My oldest is 27, and my youngest is 24. My dog is half pomeranian, and half cocker spaniel. He is named “Little Man”. 

Newspaper- What's the funniest thing you witnessed BPMS? 

Mrs. Everitt- The funniest thing I witnessed was when all the kids scream when we do campfire stories! 

Newspaper- What is your favorite subject? 

Mrs.Everitt-My favorite was drama. I was the founder and board member of Merely Players. 

Newspaper- Anything else you want to add? 

Mrs.Everitt- I love this school and I'm really happy here! I really hope I can make good connections with students and help them become good information gatherers, so they don't get fooled by false information. P.S. I have the Best assistant….. Mrs. Stanley! 

 

 

 

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Try this amazing Thanksgiving recipe! White Chocolate Cranberry Quick Bread from Cranberry Recipes at http://www.cranberryrecipes.org/ 

A delicious holiday treat perfect for cocktail parties or after dinner snacks, this White Chocolate Cranberry Quick Bread combines the bitter and zesty flavors of orange and cranberry with the sweetness of white chocolate chips. Make this bread a day ahead of time and serve it cold for a perfect treat that brings together all the beloved flavors of the holidays. 

Ingredients: 

● 2 c. all-purpose flour  ● ¾ c. white sugar  ● ¾ tsp. salt  ● 1 ½ tsp baking powder  ● ½ tsp baking soda  ● 1 c. fresh cranberries, chopped  ● 1 tbsp orange zest  ● 1 egg  ● 2 tbsp vegetable oil ¾ c. orange juice ¾ 

c. white chocolate chips 

 

Directions: 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9”x5” loaf pan and set aside. 

2. In large bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add cranberries and stir to coat with flour. 

3. In small bowl combine egg, oil, orange juice and orange peel. Slowly add egg mixture to flour mixture and stir until just combined; mixture should still be lumpy. Fold in white chocolate chips. 

4. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Let bread sit for 10 minutes and then remove from pan and cool on rack. Let cool completely before slicing. Serve cold. 

Author: Catherine Herzog 

 

 

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