The Kickoff is just a week away!

 MCBA@Bement will officially kick off on Wednesday, November 11.

We will start the day with a rally in the Reading Room.

Are you ready???

Let's Go!

The New List has dropped!

 Just in time for summer reading, the 2026-27 MCBA list has arrived. 

With seven graphic novels, historical fiction, fantasy, novels in verse, nonfiction, and diverse stories, this list has something for every reader. 

The State Winner!

 Congratulations to Katherine Applegate and Willodeen, 

this year's MCBA winner!

Our Winning Book!

 It was hard to pick a winner this year, with so many terrific choices!

Battle of the Books Champion is crowned!

 On February 26, the Battle of the Books school championship took place in the Barn

In a close contest, the Wildcard team of Maisie, Ade,  Avo, and Starbuck held on to be crowned the winner.

The 6th grade team grabbed second place

4th grade came in third place 

and 5th grade placed fourth

Congratulations to all of our Battle of the Books teams!

Wildcard Winners

 Eight teams from grades 4-6 participated in the Wildcard round this morning, for a chance to compete in the School Tournament on February 23.

Congratulations to Ade, Avo, Maisie, and Starbuck on their excellent performance, which has secured

them a seat in the final. 

The Teacher's Turn

 A big part of the success of our MCBA program is the number of adults who participate each year. By reading and discussing these terrific books with students, they build a true community of readers. 

And they take their trivia seriously!

Congratulations to Ms. Ahern, Ms. MacCallum, and Ms. Wetherby, who held onto their crown for another year in the teacher-parent tournament!