http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/ en Copyright 2012 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:55:29 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss On Thursday 29th March a group of boys went to the Crescent Arts Centre to perform with Sid Peacock and his Surge Big Band. Sid had been in school and had provided 2 workshops when the boys composed and prepared a piece of music to perform at the concert in the Arts Centre. Our boys joined with Hazelwood, St. Patrick’s College and Newtownbreda High School who all had prepared their own compositions to perform. Sid and Surge performed at the concert and all who attended thoroughly enjoyed the event. The boys from the Model called themselves "Class Dismissed" and the name of their song was "Move to the Groove". The following boys formed our band - David Chancellor Piano Byron Slamon Djembe Matthew Cranston Djembe Curtis Patrick Vocals Samuel Megarry Djembe Daniel Menabney Flute Braiden McCartney Drum Kit Lyndon Larkham Flute Louis Jellie Electric Guitar Dylan Apsley Electric Guitar Stephen Spence Electric Guitar Andrew Wells Snare Drum Ross Milligan Djembe James Blain Flute http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/sid_peacock_the_surge_big_band.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/sid_peacock_the_surge_big_band.php Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:55:29 +0000 The following students have been selected to act as volunteer judges at an Ulster Special Olympics Event – (Bocce Event) at the Jim Baker Stadium, Antrim on Thursday 19th and Friday 20th April 2012 - 11A1 Carter Magee, Ryan Irwin, Jordan Shearer, Mark Johnston, Peter Halliday 11A2 Callum Sweetlove, Jim Graham, James Glover, Joe Mckinley, Stephen Guiney, Jordan Moreland 11B1 Curtis Beattie, Barry Barnes 11B2 John Stewart, Ryan Cummings, John Trainor, Gareth Stewart, Sandy McDermott 11C1 Ian Kerr, Michael McCosh http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/special_olympics.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/special_olympics.php Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:54:07 +0000 The flute band were given a special invitation to Carrs Glen Primary School on Wednesday 21st March to perform at a Royal Tea Party in aid of celebrating the Queens Jubilee. The band were asked to play as the guests arrived and then proceedings began with the National Anthem. The special guest for the occasion was the Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast Alderman Ruth Patterson. http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/bbms_flute_band.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/04/bbms_flute_band.php Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:38:11 +0000 Runners – Callan McCreadie, Reece Moody, Tre Sterling, Tirrell McCrory, Zak Wilson ]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/year_9_cross_country_team.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/year_9_cross_country_team.php Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:06:06 +0000 Get Set certificates for showing the Value of Courage throughout the month of February. Well done boys! 8A1 – Ryan Walker 8A2 – Carson Boomer 8B1 – Chad Cochrane 8B2 – Byron Slamon 8C1 – Ryan Larkin 8C2 – David Gibson The Value for March is Inspiration.]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/year_8_certificate_winners.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/year_8_certificate_winners.php Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:04:51 +0000 ]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/investors_in_people_award.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/investors_in_people_award.php Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:11:34 +0000 Owen Kingston is a recipient of one of the Entrance Scholarship to Queen's awards, 2011 - 2012. Owen completed his A-Level studies last year before moving onto study at Queen's University, Belfast. Queen's is committed to academic excellence and through this ceremony Owen is being awarded for his exceptional performance in the first year of his studies. http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/owen_kingston_excels_at_queens.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/03/owen_kingston_excels_at_queens.php Thu, 01 Mar 2012 11:24:07 +0000 Three University of Ulster Step-Up students have each been awarded £1,000 scholarships. Michael Stewart, formerly of St Patrick’s College, Bearnageeha, who is studying Aerospace Technology at Coventry University and Biomedical Science students Scott Hollywood and Mark Spence, both formerly of Belfast Boys' Model School, were the deserving recipients. They beat off stiff competition to scoop the three £1,000 awards by outlining how the funding would enhance their education. First year students who graduated from the University’s innovative Step-Up programme in August 2011 were invited to apply for the scholarships. A scholarship committee, comprised of representatives from the University, Step-Up schools and industrial partners, then selected the top three entries. Dr Damian O’Kane, Head of Access and Educational Partnerships at Ulster said: “We are delighted to provide scholarships to support these three talented Step-Up students to fulfill their academic potential.” The Step-Up Programme, based in the North-West and in the greater Belfast area, is a unique and innovative interventionist programme which provides new learning opportunities in science for talented young people who live in areas of social and economic disadvantage and is supported by the Department for Employment and Learning. ]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/university_of_ulster_stepup_st_1.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/university_of_ulster_stepup_st_1.php Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:38:02 +0000 On Wednesday 8th February a group of 15 boys took part in a workshop taken by Sid Peacock. Sid is the leader of the 16piece Surge Big Band. He is a composer from Bangor, Northern Ireland but is based in Birmingham. He works actively as a composer, producer and educator. A number of boys from Years 8, 9 and 10 were able to create and perform a piece with Sid using a variety of instruments – drum kit, flute, African drum, snare drum, voice, electric and acoustic guitars. The boys were able to use their own musical ideas in order to compose their piece based around an A section, B section and groove. The next workshop will take place on Wednesday 14th March when Sid will develop this piece with the pupils. Two other members of the Surge Big Band who will play with the boys and help to finalise other details of the piece will accompany him. The aim of these workshops is to prepare a piece of music to perform at a concert with Sid and his entire band. This will be held on Thursday 29th March in Crescent Arts Centre. The boys enjoyed the first workshop and will be practicing again before Sid returns on 14th March. http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/sid_peacock.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/sid_peacock.php Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:27:35 +0000 ‘My name is Elaine Duncan I am a volunteer with Pins Pals Bowling Club. I just want to drop you an email to say WELL DONE to your boys. The guys that helped at the Special Olympics Bowling competition are a credit to their families and to the school. They looked so well and were so helpful and respectful, we had a great day and it was lovely to see them take part. They really encouraged the athletes and joined in congratulating them on their achievements. I’m sure it was a totally different environment to be in, it is a very humbling experience which your boys adapted to so well. It was an extremely busy day and the boys worked really hard. I live in the area, I know the reputation we have, it was wonderful to see the GOOD which of course is all done quietly behind the scenes. So PROUD of you all, very WELL DONE.’]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/special_olympics_bowling_compe.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/02/special_olympics_bowling_compe.php Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:23:52 +0000 ]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/01/senior_cup_draw_at_utv_studios.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2012/01/senior_cup_draw_at_utv_studios.php Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:58:03 +0000 Twelve pupils from 10A accompanied by Mr. Keith & Mr. Todd visited the Ypres and Somme battlefields with twelve boys from Christian Brothers School, Glen Road. The boys had a great time learning about the exploits of the 36th (Ulster) Division and 16th (Irish) Division in Flanders and the Somme. It was a very moving experience, especially when three boys from each school laid a wreath on behalf of 'The INternational School for Peace" which organised and facilitated the visit. The boys from each school got on very well together. They really enjoyed the outdoor skating rink at the Christmas market in Ypres town square. Photos from the trip can be viewed in the Gallery. http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/peace_reconciliation_visit_to.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/peace_reconciliation_visit_to.php Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:26:18 +0000 Congratulations to Braiden McCartney (10A1) who passed his Grade 3 with merit. He follows Samuel Megarry (9A1) who passed both his Grade 2 & 3 last year - well done to both boys, keep up the good work! http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/drum_kit.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/drum_kit.php Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:16:54 +0000 Major John Nutt from Palace Barracks visited the Blast Club recently, Major Nutt assisted the boys' in their morning reading and then gave a short presentation on his life within the Army and the various operations he was involved in. Check out the Gallery for some photos. http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/blast_club_palace_barracks.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/blast_club_palace_barracks.php Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:10:27 +0000 Certificates have been presented to pupils in Year 8, 9 and 10 who have shown the Olympic Value of Respect during the month of October. Year 8 Winners Josh Wallace, Ryan Morrow, Reece Harrison, Anthony McNeill, Ryan Larkin and William White Year 9 Winners Daniel Fitzgerald, Carl Thompson, Jan Gorman, Chris Guiney, Bradley McComb and Kyle McBride. ]]> http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/respect_winners.php http://www.bbms.org.uk/news/2011/12/respect_winners.php Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:53:14 +0000