Garmatter, Scott Basinger, White, Woodruff, Bertka January students of the month
January Bluffton Middle School students of the month were recently named. To view photos of these students click here.
6th grade:
Jeremiah Garmatter, son of Alan and Sharon Garmatter, Rawson. Jeremiah is in the BMS band. He is a Boy Scout and participates on the Bluffton swim team. In his spare time he likes to hang out with friends.
Katie Scott, daughter of Rob and Paula Scott, Bluffton. Katie is in the BMS band and choir. She is on the 6th grade quiz bowl team and is a Girl Scout. In her spare time she likes to draw Anime, read, write, and listen to music.
7th: grade:
Kathryn Basinger, daughter of David and Lora Basinger, Bluffton. Kathryn is a member of the BMS choir. She played on the BMS 7th grade volleyball team and is a member of the Golddiggers 14 team. In her spare time she likes to play volleyball, and run on her treadmill.
Gage White, son of Chris and Paula White, Bluffton. Gage is a member at BFR and is in karate. In his spare time he likes to build things with Legos and play video games.
8th grade:
Rachel Woodruff, daughter of David and Margie Woodruff, Bluffton. Rachel is a member of the BMS strings and band. She is a member of the 7/8 academic team. She attends the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. In her spare time she likes to read, play the piano, and spend time with her family.
Joey Bertka, son of Randy and Holly Bertka, Bluffton. Joey is a member of the BMS choir. He plays on the BMS football and basketball teams. He participates in the weight lifting program at Ricky Matter Center. In his spare time he likes to listen to music and be with his friends.
Stories Posted This Week
Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Pirate girls golf close 2nd at tri; Bauman 1st
- Pirate boys golf 2nd in NWC quad-match
- Pirate girls tennis loss at Wapak
- "You Made It" Forum welcomes Class of 2029
- 2nd annual Bluffton Porchfest celebrates live music
- Learn to play bridge at the Senior Center
- Blanchard Valley Health System enhances “Find-a-Doc”
- Taste of Bluffton serves as mixer for students and residents
- Heart to Heart: New Blood Pressure Guidelines
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
- Mayberry Rd. closure Aug. 27-28
- Janet M. Leonard was a teacher
- Pirates boys golf wins NWC tri
- Inside Innovations brings established design studio to Bluffton
- Walking thru Autumn hikes include Motter Park
- Colloquium Presentation: Emotional Education in 18th Century Germany
- Student to Share Lessons from Study Abroad Experience in Mexico