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.
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- Check out November 2026 events at Bluffton Public Library
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- Annual meeting and dinner for Senior Center members, November 9
- November 2026 Community Meals at the Senior Center
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