Mrs. Yvonne Howdyshell, Principal

Yvonne Howdyshell

Hello BMMS Wildcat Families, 

Greetings to our BMMS Wildcat Families. We are so ready to be back at school year and have so many wonderful things planned! We would like to thank you for all of your support last year as we weathered the changes needed to keep everyone safe during the season of the pandemic. It truly was a year like no other, but we learned a lot about what we can do working together as a staff and school family. 

I'm originally from Staunton and am a graduate of both Mid-Atlantic Christian University and Shenandoah University. I attended James Madison University for Middle Education coursework. In addition to teaching in Augusta County, I have worked as a middle-level educator, instructional coach, and administrator in Waynesboro, Charlottesville, and Fluvanna County Public Schools.  I believe wholeheartedly in the mission and plan set forth in Augusta County Schools and feel it an honor to serve students and families here in this way. 

I entered education to make a difference because some special adults had a very powerful effect on me during a turbulent childhood.  I want to pay it forward and feel that being an administrator has the multiplier effect--by helping teachers, I can help many students. 

Outside of school, I love being a wife and mom. My husband, Bradley, and I have been married for 28 years and our son is 18. When I am not working, I love to read, decorate, cook, shop for antiques and I have been known to do a little DIY magic from time to time.  Our four-legged children (Giuseppe, Darla, and Fred) bring lots of laughter and love to us as well. 

One of my favorite quotes is from Zig Ziglar, “You were designed for accomplishment, engineered for success, and endowed with the seeds of greatness.”  I hope all of our students come to know this during their time at BMMS as we encourage them together.  

Please contact me by phone (540) 886-5806 or email - yhowdyshell@augusta.k12.va.us if you have questions or concerns. I welcome the opportunity to meet with you and partner together.