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The CHOICE program is an innovative, award-winning program that allows secondary students to earn high school credits, college credits, scholarships, and professional industry certifications, all at the same time and at no cost to the student.
It functions as a critical link in transitioning secondary students into
successful high-skill, high-wage careers in the workforce and/orpostsecondary opportunities. The CHOICE team's focus is career-readiness because the workforce-ready student is in high demand. (Click the icons to explore the programs we offer and to learn more about the current job market and wages.)
The Military Family Counseling Program and the Builders Club are sponsoring a Troop Care Package Drive. Donation items will be collected through March 31, 2015. Lets show that Bruner Middle School is proud to support our troops deployed overseas!
Newsletter "THE SHIELD" Mar/Apr is Available
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The Shield, Bruner Middle School's newsletter, is available for you to read. The recent issue March- April is available online, or at your child's school in the guidance and attendance office..
March 2015 Testing Information
Parents and students ELA Writing assessment will be administered to all 8th grade students on March 2nd and 3rd, and to all 6th and 7th grade students on March 3, 2015. Please click the image on the left for an important letter that went home with your child pertaining to the test.
Please make sure that your child gets Plenty of Rest, A Healthy Breakfast, and have a Positive Attitude. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lana Franzalia at 833-3266 ext 1405.
Congratulations to the Talent show Winners
(click on the image for a larger view) Thank you to all of the participants of the 2015 Talent Show. There was a lot of talent at the show. Congratulations 
to the winners. 1st Place Winner - Lee Piliin, 2nd Place Darby Ellis, and 3rd Place Abilgail Kincaid. The winners received a gift card and will perform for an event for the City of Fort Walton Beach.
(click the image for a larger view) Bruner's MathCounts team took second place in the district’s MathCounts competition and has qualified for the State MathCounts competition on March 20th. Bruner had 3 individuals score in the top 10 at the district competition . Brooke Sanders (4th place overall), Andrew Kaczor (8th overall), and Cassity Bassett (10th place overall). On March 20th Bruner’s MathCounts team will face the top 350 math students from across the state of Florida.
Z-96 Teacher of the Week (2/18)- Mr. Burke Baker
Congratulations to this week's Z-96 Teacher of the Week Winner, Mr. Burke Baker a Science Teacher at Max Bruner Jr. Middle School. The students appreciate the creative approach Mr. Baker takes to teaching. It not only allows them to learn, but makes it fun too!
It's Here....Bruner Middle School's Talent Show
Parents, students, and guest it's time for Bruner's annual talent show. Come and support all of the talent right here in our school and neighborhood. Tickets are $3.00 in advance and $4.00 at the door. The show is Monday, February 23 @6:00 in the Gym at Bruner Middle School. I hope to see you there!
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Sponsored by Bruner's FBLA- Future Business Leaders of America Students.
Testing Information For 2015
Bruner Middle School will adminster the following test:
ELA Writing on March 2 - 4, 2015
FSA ELA, MATH, & SCIENCE April 13- May 8, 2015.
STUDENTS MUST BRING THEIR OWN HEADPHONES.
Acceditation Survey For Parents
In an effort to improve system practices, Okaloosa County School 
District is conducting a Parent Survey. We value your opinion and ask that you take the time to complete this survey. In order to complete the survey, please click the link below:
http://www.advanc-ed.org/survey/public/7882710
Please be assured that your responses to this survey will be anonymous. Your honest opinion is appreciated. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
FBLA Shines at the District Leadership Conference
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Congratulations to the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students for excelling at the District Leadership Conference (DLC). All of the students came back as winners. Congratulations FBLA students.
BRUNERS TEACHER OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Michelle Robinson Cook, a technology teacher, for being selected as Bruner's Teacher of the Year.
SPELLING BEE WINNERS
Congratulations to Bruner Middle School's spelling bee winners. Pictured above, from left to right are First place winner Arshonda Pender; 3rd place winner Jordan Taylor; and the winner up Quinterra Nichols. Arshonda and Quinterra will advance to the District spelling bee schedule for December 4th. GO SPARTANS!!!!!!
Z96 TEACHER OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to Ms Betts Jones, a Math teacher at Max Bruner Jr. Middle School for being Z96 teacher of the week. The students love the excitement and energy she brings to class every day and are always at the edge of their seat eager to learn.
SUPPORT PERSON OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to Mrs. Linda Bedsole, a Guidance Secretary, at Max Bruner Jr. Middle School for being the support person of the year.
FWBHS will be hosting a field trip for Bruner 8th grade students only on February 11th. Field trip forms and flyers will be given out next week. We know you are excited about going to FWBHS! All students attending must return the parent permission form (school leave form) along with specifing the student's t-shirt size (XL, L, M, S).
T-shirt size information should be turned in no later than Friday, Jan 23, 2015.
8th Grade High School Registration Parent Night
That time is once again upon us!!!!!! High School Registration!!!!! Please note the following dates and responsibilities:
FEBRUARY 4TH
Each period - All 8th grade Social Studies Teachers will take their classes to the media center for high school registration.
6:00 pm - All 8th grade students and parents here for Bruner Parent night with FWBHS representatives
FEB 17TH - Registration Packets are due to Guidance Counselor.
8th Grade Student Trip Winner
The drawing for the 8th grade trip to New York & Philadelphia will be held at Bruner on Wednesday, Feb. 4 during the Bruner/FWB Parent Night meeting which starts at 6 pm. There is still a chance to buy raffle tickets that night for $10 a chance. Immediately following the high school registration meeting, we will have a meeting for the 8th graders going on the trip.
BETA Excels at the Convention
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Max Bruner Middle School recently attended Florida’s Beta Club Convention in Orlando, Florida, and received many accolades and awards. All of the students who attended the convention had to participate in at least one event. There were many awards.
Congratulations to the Bruner Beta Club for their success at the convention.
Bruner Welcome Mrs. Hudson as the New Principal
The Faculty, Staff, and Students would like to welcome Mrs. Cynthia Hudson to Bruner Middle School as the New Principal.
Builders Club Can Drive
The Builders Club, with the help of Bruner Middle School students and faculty donated 500 pounds of canned goods to FWB Sharing and Caring.
CLICK the picture BELOW for an IMPORTANT announcement
2013 - 2014 ESEA Schools Accountability Report
The Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) requires that school districts provide parents with an annual school status report, known as the School Public Accountability Reports (SPARs). To assist Florida school districts in preparing SPARs for their stakeholders, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) has posted these reports containing data for the required indicators as well as the Annual Measurable Objectives (AMO) on the Web at the address below:
http://doeweb-prd.doe.state.fl.us/eds/nclbspar/index.cfm.
Tutoring Available
Parents and students, for a list of days and times of tutoring offered at Max Bruner Jr. Middle School, click HERE.
Your 2014 - 2015 School Yearbook ......Get One You're in It!
Don't be left out ; order a yearbook today. The cost is $35.00. It couldn't be any easier to order! You can get a yearbook order from in the attendance office or from Mrs. Robinson Cook in Room 600. Mail your check today. Please make checks and money orders payable to : Bruner Middle School. Sorry we do NOT take credit cards at school. Orders can be mailed to Mrs. Robinson Cook, c/o Bruner Middle, 322 Holmes Blvd., Ft. Walton Bch, FL 32548 or dropped off in Room 600.
The easiest way to order your yearbook is online. Just click HERE or put in the link www.yearbookordercenter.com reference order#10521 and follow the steps.. Online order must be paid with credit card only.
Important Food Service Information
School food services will not extend middle or high school students borrowing privileges. If, however, a student comes to the cafeteria for lunch and forgets to bring their lunch money, the cafeteria manager can provide the student with a temporary loan until the following day. Temporary loans to students should not be for more than one day. Cashier personnel will send student with tray to cafeteria manager to fill out meal loan form.
Money may not be borrowed to purchase special sales, a la carte or extra items during meal service time.
Locker Rentals
This school year, 2014-2015, there will be a locker rental fee of $2.00. The locker fee must be paid in advance of receiving the locker number and combination.
Science Department Supply Fee
Unfortunately, the decline in state and district funding to schools, and departments within schools, has coincided with the rising costs of laboratory materials in our economy. Therefore, the Science department is respectfully asking for a $5.00 lab donation from each student or family, as it has become increasingly hard to provide the type of materials to our students without the help of the Bruner community.
2015 8th GRADE CLASS TRIP
Parents and students, the 2015 8th grade class trip is scheduled for May 2015. Reserve your spot now by making a deposit, so you don't get left out. Only 45 student spots available!!! Click HERE to read the informational letter pertaining to the date and cost. For additional information contact Mrs. Jackson or Mrs. Soltis.
Save Your Boxtops
Thank you for donating your boxtops to the science department this year. Because of your generous donation, we were able to purchase many supplies for the students. Click HERE for the informational flyer. Please continue to donate your boxtops.
Manual del Estudiante está disponible en español
Padres y estudiantes, el manual del estudiante está disponible en español. Puede hacer clic aquí para leer la versión en español.
