The Baron Community Times
September 16, 2019 - Volume 9
Bonita Vista High School
Dear Baron Parents and Community,
Thank you for visiting our weekly newsletter. Please make sure to visit every week for school highlights and upcoming school information.I also encourage you to follow us on Twitter by clicking HERE.
At our staff meeting last week, I shared with our staff an upcoming community event the Eastlake Innovation Technology Fair on October 19. I encourage you to attend the wonderful community event as well and participate in the 5K run. All proceeds will go to BVHS. Please read all information below in this newsletter and take advantage of the early bird registration price.
We are down to the last five days before Fall Break! Go Barons!
Respectfully,
Dr. Roman Del Rosario, Ed.D.
Proud Principal of Bonita Vista High School
School Highlights
Happy Homecoming!
Congratulations King Izaiah Barnes and Queen Kaylonnie Jones. The Homecoming Queen and King were crowned during an exciting halftime show and followed by a fireworks spectacular!
Last week was a fun-filled with Homecoming special activities from lunch-time activities, the candidates’ assembly and Pep Assembly, football game, and Homecoming Dance at the Westgate hotel! See all HOCO highlights below.
Baron staff showed their school spirit this past week and dressed in HOCO theme spirit week, Old Hollywood.
Ride or Run with Us!
Please join us on October 19, 2019 for this year's Eastlake Technology & Innovation Fair and Cycle & 5k Run. By signing up on Team BVH, you will receive an event T-shirt and 100% of the funds raised will go towards tech programs for our school!
It's Coffee O'Clock
It was a very successful first Coffee with the Principal meeting of the year. It was full house! Over 52 parents attended the meeting. Dr. Del Rosario spoke to parents about the possibility of a new start time schedule change in the near future.
Parent Engagement Matters
The PTA’s nationwide network provides parents with the forum and tools to collectively influence the decisions that affect children not only at their schools, but also throughout their districts, within their states, and across the nation. Join us for our PTSA election on October 18, 2019 at 10:00AM.
Note: If you are interested in running for any of the officer positions, we will be taking nominations from the floor during the meeting. You must be a member for 30 days prior to elections to vote and/or hold office.
Be well, Barons!
This Monday's morning message, Dr. Del Rosario speaks with our Club Presidents in our first student focus group of the year. Make sure to view the BVTV broadcast for the Monday morning broadcast.
Weekly Value
Wellness Wednesdays
The objectives of Wellness Wednesday are to encourage us to manage our mental wellness,
motivate us to express acts of kindness, and promote self-care. Our Wellness Wednesdays message will consist of a SELF-CARE tip, KINDNESS CHALLENGE, and an AFFECTIVE STATEMENT:
Self-care is crucial for our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. In order for us to be the best we can be for our students, parents, and staff, we have to take care of ourselves first.
- Kindness is very important in creating a sense of community and belonging. One small act of kindness can release an enormous chain of positive events. We hope our weekly challenge will encourage our entire SUHSD to “choose kindness.”
- Affective Statements connect individuals with how their behavior is “affecting” or impacting self or others. Using affective statements helps us to specify the behavior that we, or others, are exhibiting and encourage or discourage that behavior while improving or maintaining the relationship between individuals. Affective Statements usually take the following format: “I feel ______ when you ____ because______”
Today’s Wellness Wednesday Message:
Self-Care Tip
Make an inspiration collage and hang it where you can see it. Use it to help generate new ideas and thoughts when you need them.
Kindness Challenge
Ask someone “how are you today?”
Action Statement
I’m so sorry that...
Be Well Barons!
National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Let’s come together Barons and show our communities that we can be there to help someone through crisis. Below are some resources to share.
School Information
College Visits
Save the date Barons!
September College visits have been scheduled. You will hear first-hand information from an admissions representative. Permission slips have been sent thru Jupiter and are available in the Counseling Center. Please return slips of the visits you want to attend to the Counseling Center. No permission slips needed for 12th gr Parent Night or Senior College Night.
Important Information from Counseling Center
Access all flyers below:
- Financial Aid night is for Seniors and parents.
- Test dates for SAT/ACT
- Financial Aid flyer from the district – page 1 includes dates of the events + Cash for College dates while page 2 has instructions on how to obtain an FSA ID.
- College Night Out on Sept 16 at the Convention Center
Steps to Success in STEM
Sweetwater Union High School District has partnered with the National Math Science Initiative (NMSI) to increase student success in STEM (Math, Science, Computer Science, and English) Advanced Placement courses. The partnership will provide support to AP students, teachers, and the school. Check out the newsletter here for more information.
LGBTQ Youth: You're not alone!
On Jimmie Fallon this week, he had Lucas Hedges as a guest, who is starring in a new movie to be released next Friday called “Boy Erased.” It covers the story of a young teenager who was sent to gay conversion therapy. Lucas Hedges is working with the website Stopearasing.com. This is a 24-hour website that has resources available to youth who need to talk or is seeking help.
The website details many contacts: The Trevor Project, The Trevor Lifeline, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Trans Lifeline, and the National Runaway Safeline.
www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now
The Trevor Lifeline: 1-866-488-7368
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-RUNAWAY
T.E.A.M. Tutoring
Parents: Please encourage your students to attend afterschool T.E.A.M tutoring where they will receive one-on-one academic support in any content area.
Days: Monday - Thursday
Hour 1: 2:26 - 3:25 pm
Hour 2: 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Location: Cafeteria
Contact Info:
Mr. Steve Wiggs - T.E.A.M. Tutoring Coordinator
BVH Academic Support Center
Homework Center
All students have access to the Homework Center where they are welcome to study and complete homework. Students have access to online resources, book resources, computers, and printers.
Monday - Thursday Hours: 2:20 - 4:00 pm
Friday Hours: 12:20 - 2:00 pm
Location: Library
Contact Info:
Program Coordinator - Ms. Godoy
(619) 397-2008 Office Hours (7:00 - 2:00 pm)
(619) 397-2032 Homework Center Hours (2:20 - 4:00 pm)
Saturday School
Saturday School begins promptly at 8:00 am and ends at 12:00 pm. Students who arrive late will not be allowed to attend. Students who are disruptive will be asked to leave and may subject themselves to disciplinary action. Please bring class work and leave all electronic devices that do not pertain to learning at home.
BVTV Daily Video Bulletin
Make sure to check out our student-produced daily video bulletin here. Turn on your TV for daily continuous running announcements. Our BVTV students and Mr. Martinez are doing an amazing job with BVTV!
Parent/Community Information
BVH Alumni: We want you!
Your real-world experience will help today’s students find their path. Come back and make a difference - once, twice, or more regularly. Sign up for our alumni network here.
We Need You!
Dear Baron Parents: Now is the time for you to help make a difference in your child's education. Stay involved and volunteer at BVH! Please see the attachments below for more information.
Parents & Community Important Volunteer Information Click here
School Site Council
The role of the School Site Council (SSC) is to annually evaluate, monitor, and implement the school’s Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) which sets our school plan and goals based on student data and the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). SSC reviews and approves school expenditures related to Title I funds. The SSC is comprised of the principal, teachers, non-classroom staff, parents, and students. The SSC meets six times throughout the school year. SSC meetings are public meetings and open attendance is welcome.
English Learner Advisory Committee Meetings
Please view/download or 2019-2020 ELAC Meeting Calendar by clicking here.
The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) is a committee for parents or other community members who want to advocate for English Learners. The overall aim of ELAC is to advise the school staff and School Site Council on programs and services for English Learners and contribute to the development of the SPSA. ELAC meetings are public meetings. Parents are welcome to attend all meetings throughout the year. If you would like to join or attend our ELAC meetings, please contact the school main office at (619) 397-2000.
Coffee with the Principal
Join us for our Coffee with the Principal meetings where you'll get a chance to get your questions answered by Dr. Del Rosario. See schedule below for meeting dates.
Submit your student(s) Free and Reduced-Priced Meals Application
Now Accepting Newsletter Submissions!
Is our newsletter missing anything? Now you can submit your stories, highlights, or general information that you would like to see on future volumes. Click the link below to access the form.
Athletic Information
Sports Updates
Please review the pamphlet linked below if your son or daughter plans on participating in any sports.
Sweetwater Information
Sweetwater currents
SUHSD' Sweetwater Currents newsletter has changed to an online platform. This gives us the ability to be even more “current” with news, kudos, media clips, photos from district and school events, and so much more. You can go to http://currents.sweetwaterschools.org and see what we have to offer so far.
On the page now you can read our weekly Sweetwater News Clips, information about the Summer Meals Program, a feature on the recent Parent Symposium, information about community events and even links to our new Sweetwater Stories podcast.
Sweetwater Stars
Has someone at Bonita Vista High School done something great? The Sweetwater Stars program wants to highlight those Barons that shine! We want to recognize the individuals that make a difference and have a positive impact in our school community. To submit a Sweetwater Star, please click here.
BVH a Gold Ribbon School
Bonita Vista High School is recognized as one of California’s Gold Ribbon Schools for 2017. The award reflects our school’s success in creating a positive learning atmosphere for our students. This success is a direct result of our dedicated, creative, and supportive school community.
Bonita Vista High School
Dr. Roman Del Rosario
Principal
Email: roman.delrosario@sweetwaterschools.org
Website: https://bvh.sweetwaterschools.org/
Location: 751 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista, CA, United States
Phone: (619) 397-2000
Twitter: @BVHBarons