The BA Bulletin - Dec 4th, 2023
Weekly News Capturing the BA Way!
From Ms. Foster Arbaiza,
Here are our big updates for this week:
1. EOC Retests are THIS WEEK! Have you passed all of your EOCs?
2. BA AVID Presents at AVID National Conference
3. Goods Drive in the BA Parent Center (see below)
As always, let me know if you have any questions!
Ms. Foster Arbaiza
BA at Hill MS Open House
On November 15, the dedicated educators from NAF enthusiastically participated in Hill Middle School's open house. Their primary goal was to engage with 8th graders and inspire them to become part of our esteemed NAF Pathway. The entire academy faculty, fueled by passion, actively took part in robust recruitment efforts during this event!
Thespians Awards
The Bryan Adams Theatre Company recently participated in the Texas Thespian State Festival. Students were able to spend 3 days attending workshops, see live theatre, and compete in a variety of events. This year we are lucky enough to have 6 students qualify for nationals! Nationals will take place at the International Thespian Festival this June in Indianapolis!
DISD JROTC Champions
Congratulations to the BA JROTC Female and Male Physical Fitness Teams for placing 2nd and 3rd respectively in the DISD JROTC Championships.
BA Collabs w/ CI
BA Counseling Vertical Team - Collaborates w/ CI Industry Partner, Becky Barker
BA PTECH at Sanger
Sanger 8th graders were excited to hear about the P-TECH programs. Don’t miss our PTECH Open House, Saturday December 2nd 9-12 .
NAF AOHS
NAF AOHS (Academy of Health Science) embarked on an enriching worksite tour at Dallas College, El Centro. During this insightful visit, our students had the opportunity to explore the intricacies of the nursing program and tour state-of-the-art dental hygienist labs. First time we also brought parents into these worksite tours!
EOC Retests START Tuesday!
Why do students have to retest in the Fall Semester?
High school students are required to pass five subject-specific STAAR tests at any time in grades 9 through 12 in order to graduate and earn a high school
diploma.
Algebra I
Biology
English I
English II
United States History
These high school tests are called end-of-course (EOC) exams since students are supposed to take them after they finish the corresponding high school course.
Students have already been informed if they need to retake the exam. Want to check if your child needs to retake the exam? Click here.
For resources and study guides, click here.
AVID Presents at National Conference!
From IR to 7 Stars: How AVID Activated a Schoolwide Culture of Learning at Bryan Adams High School
Bryan Adams AVID Team recently presented at the AVID National Conference in San Diego. At the event, the AVID team shared their remarkable journey of transformation, navigating from an "Improvement Required" status to attaining the prestigious Seven Stars of Distinction. The presentation provided valuable insights into the strategies and efforts employed by the team to achieve this remarkable turnaround, offering inspiration and practical lessons for the AVID community. A special Thank You to Coach Yates and Ms. Zachary for their commitment to AVID and the team!
Bell Schedule & Dress Code Info (WINTER'S VERSION)
BA Winter Dress Code
We want our kids to be warm during the winter months. We know that many of them walk to school and/or wait outside until the doors are open. Please take note of our winter policy at Bryan Adams:
1. Students may wear warm layers with their BA Polos underneath
2. Students may wear jackets with hoods, but hoods may not be worn in the building.
3. We highly recommend clothes-toe shoes or boots. Crocs are allowed, but not suggested to keep those piggies warm!
4. Hats, beanies, or other headgear are not to be worn in the building.
5. NO pajamas, leggings or onesies!
6. We will open the building at 7:45AM any time the wind chill is below 40*
Want to join PTECH?
Want to graduate high school with your associate's degree for FREE?? Join the BA PTECH!
ASP SAT Prep Sessions
ASP is hosting SAT prep in A109 on Tuesdays from 4:45 to 5:45
BA Parent Center Drive
The Parent Center in room B-108 has started our "Frosty's Finest Food Drive" from Nov.27-Dec. 21.
Important BA Links
Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy
Jeffrey Yerger, Assistant Principal, Fine Arts, Facilities, Electives
Shawnette Bryant, Assistant Principal, ELA/ESOL, 9th Grade
Danielle Gerhart, Assistant Principal, Science, NAF, 10th Grade
Tracy Reed, Assistant Principal, Social Studies, SPED, 11th Grade
Adrian Echevarria, Assistant Principal, Math, World Languages, 12th Grade
Joan McCoo, Assistant Principal, PTECH, CTE
Email: safoster@dallasisd.org
Location: 2101 Millmar Drive, Dallas, TX, USA
Phone: 972-502-4900
Facebook: facebook.com/bryanadamshighschool
Twitter: @bryanadamsHSLA
Past BA Bulletins
Fall 2023
https://www.smore.com/mcvjp-the-ba-bulletin-august-21-2023
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https://www.smore.com/e7sgr-the-ba-bulletin-sept-11th-2023
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https://www.smore.com/p8wkn5-the-ba-bulletin-oct-23rd-2023
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https://www.smore.com/r7v542-the-ba-bulletin-nov-6th-2023