Welcome to BIS
Main Office
Principal
- Tyler Arlington 508.790.6460 Ext. 1393
Associate Principal
- Michael Ferreira 508.790.6460 Ext. 1392
Interim Associate Principal
- Kathleen Murtaugh 508-790-6460 Ext. 1385
Administrative Assistants
- Erica Anderson 508.790.6460 Ext. 1100
- Troye Sylvia 508-790-6460 Ext. 1242
- Robin Grossman 508-790-6460 Ext. 1800
About
Mission
The Barnstable Intermediate School takes pride in its role as an important bridge for students as they make the transition from elementary education to secondary education on their way to becoming more self-reliant, disciplined, and caring young adults. Students and staff are engaged in challenging, differentiated instruction applying effective effort strategies to reach their maximum individual potential. Students contribute to a positive school climate that promotes a sense of belonging and connection to their school and community. Our success is measured by gains in individual student growth and academic achievement.
Vision
All students will experience individual classroom and whole school environments that recognize their collective and unique needs and support their growth as both students and individuals.
Equity Imperative
Barnstable Intermediate School will provide all students, regardless of color, creed, cultural or ethnic identity, community, family structure, gender identification and/or learning differences or interests, with appropriate access to instruction and support that will help them reach their full potential as well as meet or exceed common standards for achievement.
Values
Seen in students in a Barnstable Intermediate School Classroom are:
BOLD
Our students take social and academic risks because they have the support of their school community behind them. They are not afraid to make mistakes, because BIS students recognize that every opportunity can be learned from. BIS students ask questions and push back on outside influences while advocating for resources and changes based on their research and experiences.
INNOVATIVE
Our students do not merely recall facts; rather they apply their knowledge to analyze and create. BIS students tackle problems in the real-world and critically analyze next steps. They connect with their community mentors and work together to solve issues at school, in Barnstable, and in their larger world. BIS students are empowered to explore their passions and aptitudes and weave them into their learning.
SUPPORTIVE
Our students navigate the difficult teenage years because of their learned social-and-emotional competencies. BIS students employ self-control, empathy, and accountability when cooperating with others. They feel safe and secure to champion their needs and the needs of others while taking initiative to find individual solutions. Our students know the many parts of themselves, and they use this knowledge to set goals and life paths for future success.
Hours
BIS School Hours 8:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.
ARRIVAL: 7:55 – 8:10 a.m. The instructional day begins at 8:10 a.m. All students should be in their homerooms by the 8:10 a.m. bell, or they are marked tardy. Tardies are recorded as “unexcused” unless a physician’s note or court notice is submitted to the office as is noted in the student handbook.
PARENT DROP OFF: Please circle around the side of the building by the gym and drop your student off at the cafeteria entrance to school. Do not drop them off or pick them up at the front of the building as we do not want to mix buses and cars. NOTE: There is no supervision prior to 7:55 a.m., so please do not drop off or have your child arrive by bike or by walking before this time. All students are provided free breakfast beginning at 7:55am. Please ensure a prompt arrival time so they are in their homeroom by 8:10 a.m.
DISMISSAL: All students are dismissed at 2:40 p.m. Walkers exit the building and leave the property in the direction of the senior center, allowing for a safe transition to a sidewalk and a crossing guard. Parent pick up is at the side of the building by the gym.
HALF DAY DISMISSAL: 11:00 a.m.
NOTE: When exiting the property please enter the rotary and drive to the right of the flagpole when leaving the parking lot. Please be patient during the first couple of weeks of school during pick up and drop off while everyone transitions to the back to school routine.