High School Highlights
Weekly Updates from Big Walnut High School
Week of December 5
December is here! It's hard to believe we are only 2 1/2 weeks away from the end of the first semester. We are excited to see what our Eagles can accomplish in this time.
We are looking forward to our first "Inspire Day" of this school year on Wednesday. This is a unique opportunity for our staff and students to learn about something new and different together. It provides a nice break from our daily routine and a chance for our staff and students to connect on a different level. Ask your student(s) about it!
As always, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teachers, school counselor or the administration if you have any questions or concerns. Feel free to contact the main office at 740-965-3766 between the hours of 7:00 and 3:15.
December State End-of-Course Testing
State law requires students to take an end of course exam in Algebra 1, Geometry, English 10, Biology, U.S. History and American Government. Students are required to earn a competency score of 684+ on both the Algebra I and English II tests to earn a high school diploma. In addition to meeting competency to earn a high school diploma, two seals are required. A score of 700 on the Biology test earns a Science seal and a 700 on both the US History and Government tests earns a Citizenship seal. Additional information regarding graduation requirements is located at: https://bigwalnutcounseling.jdevcloud.com/.
Students who are retaking/taking State End-of-Course Tests in December received letters and emails regarding the testing dates listed below:
Testing Schedule:
Thursday,December 1: English II
Friday, December 2: Algebra 1 and Geometry
Monday, December 5: Biology & US History or Government
Tuesday- Friday, December 6-9: Make up days
All students currently taking American Government will take the Government EOC exam in their government class during their first semester exam period December 19-21.
All students currently in Algebra 1, Geometry, English 10, Biology, U.S. History and a second semester American Government course will take the corresponding State EOC exam in April. Additional details regarding the April administration will be shared next semester.
Senior-Only, One Year DACC Programs
Students entering their senior year are eligible to take these one-of-a-kind after-school programs in order to earn industry credentials toward graduation and graduate with confidence and clarity in their next steps. Make note of our Open House event to find out how these one-year, senior-only courses can prepare your rising senior for life after high school.
DACC Senior-Only Program Open House
When: Thursday, December 8th | 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: DACC Main Campus
Who: Junior students who are considering applying for DACC's one-year, senior-only programs including Pharmacy Technician and DACC's after-school Flexible Learning Options.
Registration: Register online here
Last Career Conversation This Semester
Our final Career Conversation of this semester will be held on Wednesday, December 14th and we already have a full slate of speakers lined up for second semester. This is a great opportunity for your student(s) to see what career options are out there! Please encourage them to attend. Additionally, if any of our senior students are pursing the BWHS Career Exploration Pin, they must attend two Career Conversations to complete the requirements.
December 14: Civil Engineering
Semester Exam Schedule
Semester Exams are only 2 1/2 weeks away! So that families may plan accordingly, here is our semester exam schedule for the 2022-2023 school year. Following the exam period each day, we have a lunch period and then time set aside for individual instruction and exam make-up.
Please note:
- Students are expected to attend their exams on the assigned date at the assigned time. Rescheduling an exam requires permission from the adminstration and is done sparingly.
- Buses will run on a normal schedule. Students wishing to ride the bus home must stay in school the entire day. Those students who are able to arrange their own transportation may leave after their last exam of the day.
Delaware Area Career Center Information
Throughout the fall, DACC’s Enrollment Coordinator and a team of DACC Student Ambassadors visited area high schools to give presentations to every sophomore in Delaware County about the options they have at DACC. You can watch a recap here.
DACC’s Application Opens November 18:
To learn more about the Delaware Area Career Center's (DACC) career and college-prep programs, visit the Future Families Resource Page. For students interested in attending the career center next year, the online application opens Friday, November 18 for the 2023-2024 school year. Visit the application page for more information and next steps.
Updates from the School Counseling Office
Pre-ACT:
Just a reminder for those students who signed up to take the Pre-ACT, it will take place on Thursday, December 8. The fee for the test will be added to students' accounts after the test is completed. If you have any questions, please contact the School Counseling Office.
ASVAB Test Rescheduled:
The ASVAB test opportunity that was originally planned for Thursday, November 17 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 13. Please see the School Counseling Office for more information.
Naviance Training for Underclassmen:
Our counselors spent time working with freshmen and sophomores on Naviance training the week after Thanksgiving. They will work with juniors on December 6.
School Counseling Office Team:
~Meghan Vituccio (meghanvituccio@bwls.net): Last Names A-Di
~Ryan Myracle (ryanmyracle@bwls.net): Last Names Do-Ki
~Jeanne Collett (jeannecollett@bwls.net): Last Names Kl-Ri
~Anna Laux (annalaux@bwls.net): Last Names Ro-Z
~Tammi Jordan (tammijordan@bwls.net): CCP (College-Credit Plus) Counselor
~Cindi Strahler (cindistrahler@bwls.net): Administrative Assistant
740-965-2243
BWHS Academic Boosters
Academic Boosters - who are we? We are a group of organized parents who provide support to help improve the academic experience for all students, parents, and staff at BWHS. We provide An Evening of Excellence in September to recognize sophomores, juniors, and seniors who earned a 3.5 GPA the previous year. We sponsor the annual Academic and Military Signing in the spring for graduating seniors who have been offered college scholarships and graduating seniors who have enlisted in Military Services. Students who earn a 5 on their AP exam receive a High Five yard sign provided by and delivered to their home by members of the Academic Boosters. Our staff at BWHS is crucial to the success of our students and the academic booster parents show them just how much we appreciate them by providing a few very small tokens of appreciation during staff appreciation week in April. We have many other ideas of ways we can expand and continue to support the academic efforts of our students and staff! We are looking forward to a productive and fun year!
Meetings are typically at 6:30pm on the second Monday of each month. (No December meeting.) This year, our meetings are as follows: 1/9, 2/6, 3/13, 4/3, and 5/8.
Upcoming Events at BWHS...
December 5 & 6: End-of-Course Exams-Fall Retake Administration
December 7: Inspire Day
December 9: College Application Day (Seniors)
December 14: BWHS Holiday Concert
December 19-21: Semester Exams
December 22-Janunary 3: NO SCHOOL-Winter Break
Big Walnut High School
Email: firstnamelastname@bwls.net
Website: http://www.bwls.net/bigwalnuthighschool_home.aspx
Location: 713 North Miller Drive, Sunbury, OH, United States
Phone: 740-965-3766
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BigWalnutHS
Twitter: @AndyJados