The Bellflower Beat 5.8.23
Bellflower Middle/High School Newsletter
So close to Summer Break!!!!
We are getting closer to summer break! Hope you all have made wonderful plans! But, until then, be sure that your student is coming to school, ready to learn!
Listed below are just a few reminders:
- Bellflower Middle/High School does not permit any drop-offs or deliveries of food or other items. Please ensure that your student is prepared for the day when coming to school in the morning with their lunch, supplies, money, etc.
- Dress Code. Please be sure that your student follows the dress code and wears appropriate clothing and accessories. Bellflower hats are also the only school approved hat that can be worn at school. Also, students may not bring blankets to campus.
- No returning back to campus. If a student has an early release (7th or 8th period), once the student leaves campus, they may not return to campus. Parents - please ensure that your students are going home early if they have the early release.
For a full list of student policies on attendance and dress code, please click here.
Class of 2023 Decision Day - Friday, May 12th during Lunch
ALL SENIORS are invited to participate in the Class of 2023 Decision Day event on Friday, May 12th during lunch. The Decision Day event is to celebrate seniors' decision to attend college or trade school, join the military or enter the workforce. Students will have an opportunity to announce their future plans with everyone during Lunch. Make sure to wear your college apparel (T-shirt or sweatshirts) or wear something that represents your plans after high school. This event is primarily for students and staff.
CalAPS Fall Course Registration is NOW OPEN!
CalAPS Fall Course Registration is NOW OPEN!
CalAPs registration for Fall classes is NOW OPEN. CalAPS courses are open to all Bellflower High School Students including incoming 9th graders (i.e., current 8th graders). Review the CalAPS flyer to see what courses are being offered in the fall. Course enrollment is first come first serve, and popular courses will fill-up quickly.
NOTE - CalAPS courses are after school twice a week on either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday. Students will receive high school elective credit if they complete the entire course.
If you are interested in enrolling in a CalAPS course, visit the College & Career Center in Room 401 to get help completing the CalAPS course registration form.
Cerritos College Summer Course - MUSIC 104B - History of Rock
Cerritos College is offering Music 104B - History of Rock as a Summer Dual Enrollment course to all Bellflower Unified School District students in 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade. The class is from June 5th to July 7th.
- The class is fully online with no scheduled meetings.
- Students can receive High School Credit for Visual & Performance Art
- Students can also receive college credit and the units can be transferred to CSU/UC
- The class is totally free! Books are provided.
If interested in taking the course, visit the College & Career Center in Room 401 to pick-up a Dual Enrollment Form.
Swim Team!
Hello! If you love the water, know how to swim, or are interested in learning, please consider joining the Bellflower High School Swim Team next year. You will be a part of a fun and safe environment where you will make friends and learn a life-long skill that you will take with you wherever you go. Next year it will be a sports class during 7th period and will count as PE credits if you still need them. We will be practicing during the fall semester and compete against other schools during the spring. The swim team is open to grades 9-12. If you need more information please see Mrs. Clarín in room 104. Thank you and spread the words to those interested!
HS Yearbook!
Buy Your High School Yearbook Today: The high school yearbook is available for purchase while supplies last. Don't miss the opportunity to hold onto all the 2022-2023 school year memories. The yearbook is $95 and can be purchased in the ASB office or in the webstore. Only a limited number of books are still available for purchase now, which will be available for pick-up closer to the end of the school year.
Recap: Link Crew's 7th Grade Easter Egg Hunt
On Friday, April 21st, Link Crew set up an Egg Hunt for the 7th graders during middle school lunch. Students were able to collect as many eggs that they could find, with prizes in them! It was so much fun to see these kids run around!
Recap: Junior A-G Breakfast
On Thursday, April 27th, Bellflower High School hosted its first Junior A-G Breakfast, where students that are on track to go to college (based upon their A-G class completion) were able to enjoy a breakfast and were taught about colleges, financial aid, and more! We hope that all the students that attended this event learned something valuable, before they become seniors.
Recap: Prom
Prom was held on Saturday, April 29th, and our students had the time of their lives! The event was held at the White House Events located in the city of Anaheim. Congratulations to Salvador D. and Giselle R., who were voted as Prom King and Prom Queen! Congratulations to both!
Recap: BRAVO Awards
The BRAVO Awards (hosted April 27, 2023) are an annual awards program hosted by the City of Bellflower to honor Bellflower heroes and to honor students who enter an essay contest. This year, Alicia F. was selected at the Bellflower High School BRAVO Award recipient for her essay about community safety. She earned a $500 scholarship, and had the opportunity to meet city leaders. Congratulations!
Recap: Second Annual Volleyball Alumni Day
Enjoy the following photos from the Second Annual Volleyball Alumni Day, held on the BHS Campus on Saturday, April 29th.
FCCLA Winners!
Congratulations to all the FCCLA students who participated in FCCLA 'S State Culinary Arts Competitions on April 23, 2023 in Riverside CA.
David Garcia took 3rd place in Culinary Arts Display Level 2 Appetizers and Leonardo Macias Culinary Art Display Level 3 Appetizers
Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Happy Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! We hope that people will come together to celebrate these diverse populations and the achievements and contributions that these groups have had within society. To learn more about this heritage month, please click here to visit the website of the Library of Congress.
Happy Principals Day! May 1st
Happy National Principals Day Mr. Lundgren! BMHS is proud to call you our Principal. Your love for our school is shown by your dedication and commitment to your students, Staffulty, and the Bellflower community. Thank you for everything that you do. ❤️✨
Celebrations During The Month of May
There are many things to celebrate during the month of May!
From Monday, May 1st through Friday, May 5: Teacher Appreciation Week.
On Friday, May 5th: National School Lunch Hero Day.
On Saturday, May 6th: National Nurses Day.
On Wednesday, May 10th: Teacher Appreciation Day!
Thank you to everyone who makes the lives of our students better!
May is National Pet Month
Did you know that May is National Pet Month?
We hope that all of you that have pets at home enjoy the time you spend with your beloved family member! Be sure to take care of them really well.
PTSA Honorary Awards
Congratulations to the following individuals for receiving a PTSA Honorary Award during the 2022-2023 school year!
School Holiday Approaching!!!
Just a reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 29, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day.
Panda Express Fundraiser! Friday, May 26, 2023
Support Bellflower High School on Friday, May 26! You can order at any Panda Express that permits order pick-up or delivery. Must order through the Panda Express website or Panda Express app. Must be ordered via the internet (not valid for orders placed inside the restaurant itself). Be sure to use the Online Order Code 912139
Thank you for your support! :)
Feel free to distribute the following flyer as well.
Calling All Student Writers and Artists
If so, please contact Dr. Tehrani at: Baminitehrani@s.busd.k12.ca.us and share your work with him.
Submissions will be screened for school appropriateness. Dr. Tehrani is interested in showcasing student work that revolves around ideas of social justice, environmentalism, history, family, culture, and more.
SENIORS!
Please read the information below regarding the consequences, should a senior student get suspended during the 4th quarter while at Bellflower High School. Similar consequences for 8th grade promotion and 8th grade Grad Bash may occur as well for any 8th graders who may be suspended during the 4th quarter.
PTSA - Student Positions
Parent Teacher Student Association
Promotes strong school to community collaboration and engagement
Recognizes community and student achievements and service
Serves to advocate for all children and families
Dedicated to educational success, health and wellbeing
The Bellflower MIddle HIgh School PTSA is organizing for the 2023-24 school year.
We are looking for students, parents or community members to join us in serving the students
here at BMHS. If you are interested in taking part, please respond to the following email:
KColeman@busd.k12.ca.us (562) 920 1801 X3105
Think Together
The Think Together program is coming to Bellflower Middle School! If your child is in middle school, consider enrolling your child in the Think Together program. Times and dates are listed on the flyers below. An application is attached as well. For more information, please contact Destiny Soto.
ELPAC Exam
Bellflower Middle/High School students who are English Language Learners are currently in the process of taking the state mandated summative ELPAC exam to test for English proficiency. Scoring well on the ELPAC exam is one of the requirements that will enable students to become reclassified as English proficient, which will enable students to take other classes on campus, since students will be unenrolled from their ELD class. Exams will take place from February through May. Click here to visit the ELPAC website for more information.
Physical Fitness Test
Bellflower Middle/High School students in grades 7 and 9 will take the Physical Fitness Test, of which, there is no opt out option. Testing will begin during the month of February, and will continue through May for any make-up exams. More information will be provided by the PE instructor or sport instructor for these grade levels. Click below to access informational flyers.
Senior SELACO Training
2022-2023 Bellflower Middle & High School Scholarship List
The 2022-2023 Scholarship List is now available! The list has over 80 scholarships with deadlines from December to June. Scholarships are available for middle and high school students. There are merit and need-based scholarships. There are also scholarships specifically for graduating seniors, minority students, undocumented students, student athletes and different hobbies and career interests.
Winter break is a great time for students to apply for scholarships! Review the scholarship list carefully and apply to scholarships that you are eligible for. Remember, an hour of your time completing a scholarship may win you $1,000!
To access the scholarship list, click on the link: https://bit.ly/BMHS-2022-2023-scholarships
Visit the College and Career Center in Room 401 if you have any questions about the scholarships on the list or if you need a brag sheet.
Senior Grad Week Information
Just a reminder that GRAD NITE tickets can no longer be purchased, as of 2/28/23. However, students can still purchase other Grad Week activities.
End of the Year Bell Schedule
ELD Help
Starting in the 2nd Semester, Mr. Harrison (Room 704) will be offering an after school enrichment opportunity for all ELD students. It will be offered on Maroon days from 3:45 to 4:30. There is no set time. Students may come for 5 minutes or 45 minutes. This opportunity is available to help ELD students with simple questions, making up missed work in ELD, help on current ELD assignments, or having a safe and quiet place to do assignments. It is completely voluntary and is a drop by, informal approach. What it is not is a hangout place to socialize or play computer games.
Paper Tutoring
Did you know that free online tutoring is being provided by the BUSD district?
PAPER Online Tutoring isavailable for all students in 4th-12th grade through their Clever account. Students may ask tutors questions through the chat feature using the PAPER APP to get help with homework, feedback on their writing, or support with studying for assessments. The APP can be found in the Google Play and Apple APP store.
Click here to register for a free parent webinar (provided in English and Spanish). If your child needs more information about how to use PAPER, they can watch the following videos for more information:
Click here to watch the video titled "How Do Students Access 24/7 Live Help on PAPER?"
Click here to watch the video titled "How Do Students Use PAPER's Essay Review?"
HelpNow Tutoring
Every Californian can now access free online tutoring at any hour of the day, thanks to a new initiative offering educational resources to K-12 students and adult learners. The resource is part of an investment in public libraries announced Sept. 12 by California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Real-time homework help is now available "on the websites of any of the 1,130 local public libraries around the state," and here. The HelpNow pilot program currently offers help in math and language arts, in English and Spanish, at any time of the day or night. Help for "other core K-12 subjects" is available between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Tagalog, with no age limit to who can take advantage of the resource.
COVID-19 Information
College & Career Center
The College & Career Center (Room 401) is here to assist students with college applications, scholarships, financial aid, resumes, work permits, and other college and career information.
Counselor Assignment Changes For the 2022-2023 School Year
College Wednesdays
Join PTSA!
SENIOR STUDENTS! Did you know that several PTSA groups in our community offer scholarships? But, you can only qualify to receive a PTSA scholarship if you are a member! So, join today!
Click here to be redirected to TOTEM, the website that our PTSA uses for online membership payments. Or, you can also go to the front office to pick up a membership envelope as well, if you prefer to pay with cash or check.
Thank you in advance for joining our Bellflower Middle/High School PTSA!
Bellflower Middle/High School
YouTube: @wearebellflower
Email: bhsprincipal@busd.k12.ca.us
Website: www.bellflowerhigh.org
Location: 15301 McNab Avenue, Bellflower, CA, USA
Phone: 562-920-1801
Facebook: facebook.com/wearebellflower
Twitter: @wearebellflower