The Bedford Buccaneer
March 14, 2022
IMPORTANT DATES
Tuesday, March 15 - School Council meeting 2:45 pm
Wednesday, March 16-Saturday, March 19-Mama Mia-BHS Auditorium
Thursday, March 17-Author Visit-Jenn DeLeon-at BHS during flex block
Friday, March 18th-No School-Staff PD Day
Monday, March 21-Spring Sports Begin
Tuesday, March 22-String Vertical Concert-7:00pm-BHS
Tuesday, March 22-Wednesday, March 23-Grade 10 ELA MCAS
Thursday, March 24-SEPAC Meeting-7pm on Zoom
Thursday, March 24-Band Vertical Concert-7:00pm-BHS
Friday, March 25-Grades 11/12 Semi-7-10pm in BHS Cafeteria
Saturday, April 2-Women of Science Competition-7:30am-3:00pm-BHS
Thursday, April 14-Poetry Slam-6:30-8:15pm in the LGI
Monday, April 19-Friday, April 22-Spring Vacation
Friday, April 29-Grades 9/10 Semi-7-10pm in BHS Cafeteria
Wednesday, May 11-Seniors Awards Night-7:00-8:30pm-BHS Auditorium
Thursday, May 12-BHS Vocal Concert-7:00pm
Friday, May 13-Junior Prom-7:00-10:00pm
Tuesday, May 17-BHS Instrumental Concert-7:00pm
Thursday, May 19- 42nd AFJROTC Annual Awards Night-6:00-7:30 pm-BHS Auditorium
Friday, May 20-Last day for seniors
Wednesday, May 25-Senior Prom-7:00-10:00pm-Tewksbury Country Club
Thursday, June 2, 2022 - Graduation at the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell at 6:15pm
Tuesday, June 7-Wednesday, June 8-Grade 9 Physics MCAS
DECA State Competition Results
State Finalists:
Finance Operations Research:
- Erin Xu, Arushi Naidu, Anya Yajnik
Integrated Marketing Campaign for a Product:
- Joe Patterson
Personal Financial Literacy:
- Vishal Borra
Sports and Entertainment Marketing:
- Lucas Rodriguez
The following students were also recognized on stage and received a medal for having the top exam score in the state!
- Anthony O'Brien
- Vishal Borra
- Ian Grove
- Joe Patterson
DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.
DECA encourages the development of business and leadership skills through academic conferences and competitions. Competitions include a written test, as well as two role-playing, problem solving events or a research paper and presentation. Students are judged on the basis of their ability to develop and communicate sound, creative, and thorough solutions to the problem situations.
2nd annual BHS March Madness Championship of Books
The BHS Library and Literacy Departments are teaming up for the 2nd annual BHS March Madness Championship of Books. The event runs just like the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament with pairings and brackets. Just like the college tournament, you don’t have to know all of the teams/books to choose the winner!
Key dates include: Sweet Sixteen on March 16th, Elite 8 on March 23, Final Four on March 30, and the championship match up on April 8. Weekly voting will take place in a Google form distributed via email.
We hope you’ll support this school-wide literacy initiative. Prizes will be awarded. Thanks to the Bedford Educational Foundation for sponsoring this event.
Please see Ms Walker (the librarian) for copies of books you might enjoy reading. Follow us on Instagram @BedfordHSLIB
Introduction of Students Assisting Students
Students Assisting Students is a local volunteer group of students and parents who organize and assemble care bags for college students who are struggling in food and housing insecurity.
Before the spring and fall semesters, we gather and prepare all the donated supplies for the assembly of the care packages. Each package contains school supplies, personal toiletries and snacks.
We are always looking for volunteers on the day of packing to help assemble the care bags.
April 1st is the deadline to donate. Please go to our website www.studentsassistingstudentsorg to view the Signup Genius or to sign up to volunteer.
ANY DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED.
Prom Dress Pop-Up Event
There is a sign up in C105 for those who want to attend. Please stop by to sign up or email Ms. Arena at Sandra_arena@bedordps.org
RYLA Opportunity for Sophomores
RYLA is a transformational experience designed to develop and emphasize leadership skills, citizenship and community service. The 2-day conference is filled with group activities focused on listening and communicating, time management, team building, and public speaking. Your teen will build connections, work collaboratively with others, and emerge as a change agent who can motivate and inspire others to make a positive difference in society.
Apply online by March 15. I hope you will encourage your sophomore to apply! Please click the link to apply.
Bedford High School will present MAMMA MIA
The show features lots of laughs, amazing dancing, and favorite pop hits, and is most suitable for a PG-13 audience.
Performances are March 16 at 4:30pm, March 17 & 18 at 7:00pm, and March 19 at 1:00pm (masks required) and 7:00pm.
Masks are strongly encouraged for audience members at all performances, and required at the Saturday matinee.
Tickets are $14 for adults and $12 for students/seniors and are available through https://bhschorusandtheater.weebly.com/tickets.html
Don't miss your chance to see BHS's talented performing arts students on stage for the first live spring musical since 2020!
Congratulations to Katie Noh
Katie Noh (12) , was selected as the winner for the Massachusetts Youth Partnerships poster contest. She was unanimously selected. The theme was "We are Stronger Together." She will receive recognition and an award from MYP at a future school committee meeting.
To read the press release click here.
Students who are sick should stay home.
Please be advised that symptoms may be VERY MILD and any symptom of a head cold, sore throat or headache, should not be ignored and should be tested.
Symptomatic Individuals may return to school after they:
Have improvement in symptoms
Have been without fever for at least 24 hours without use of fever-reducing medications.
Have received a negative PCR or antigen test result for COVID-19. An antigen test may be self administered and does not need to be proctored or administered by a healthcare professional.
If an individual tests positive for COVID-19, they may return to schools as long as:
Been without fever for 24 hours without taking fever-reducing medications
Have improvement of symptoms
Following the day 5 isolation period, individuals must mask for 5 additional days when around others, other than eating, drinking or outside.
Please be sure to call your child’s pediatrician to report the positive result.
Student athletes need a phone triage and/or in person evaluation by their primary care provider prior to returning to sports.
Please report all cases of COVID-19 (both home tests and tests from a healthcare provider) to your child’s school COVID email:
Please email Nancy_Thorsen@bedfordps.org with any questions.
Nancy Thorsen BSN,RN
781-275-1700 ext. 4416
Absence Line: (781)918-4561
or select #1 from the main menu of (781)275-1700
School Lunch
BHSPA News
The BHSPA meets monthly over Zoom on the 4th Thursday of the month at 8am. If you are interested in attending the meeting or learning more about what the BHSPA does, please email: bhsbucsparents@gmail.com Every donation made to the BHSPA goes directly to our BHS community through programs, enrichment and activities.
Recent BHSPA Funding:
- Funding of 10 new picnic tables accommodating outdoor lunches, classrooms, meetings, etc.
- Ice cream socials for each class to re-connect upon returning to in-person classes in 2021. It was the first time the classes were together as a whole in over a year!
- Teacher/Student grants to fund school projects including technology equipment for BHS NOW, funding grade specific initiatives and club requests.
- Preparation and distribution of Student Directories (this year it will include a teacher directory with email addresses!) - coming soon!
- Sponsorship of Teacher/Staff Appreciation events
and so much more
Please check out BHSPA.org for more information!
Counseling Corner
Scheduling for School Year 2023
The goal of the scheduling process is to develop a course load that challenges you while also allowing you to develop your current interests and abilities and try new areas to stimulate new interests.
There are multiple opportunities to have discussions and engage in reflection around the direction of your academic career at BHS.
Be honest with yourself about your abilities, time constraints, and interests.
Ask questions and seek out the advice and guidance of the adults in your life, be they your guardians, teachers, or counselor.
Work toward finding a balance between the rigor of the classroom and the demands of other activities outside of the classroom. Finding that balance is essential to your success and well-being as you progress through high school.
The BHS Program of Studies is available on the BHS website. See your school counselor if you have questions.
Important Dates
Friday, March 18, 2022
Course request entry deadline. Aspen closes for students to enter requests.
Thursday, April 1, 2022
Deadline for students to submit course override forms to program administrators at BHS. Level Change Request Form.
Please remember, teachers have put thoughtful consideration into making requests for next year for their students. If you disagree with your placement, please have a conversation with the teacher first. If you and your caregiver(s) still feel strongly about submitting a level change form, the form is located in Google Classroom. Once it is complete, submit it to the department program administrator.
Monday, April 4, 20202
Course request verification information available in Aspen
Thursday, April 7, 2022
Deadline for submitting any corrections to course request verification information to the counselor.
SCHOLARSHIPS - Class of 2022
OPEN SCHOLARSHIPS
The following scholarship opportunities below have upcoming deadlines apply to these programs today!
Bedford Dollars for Scholars
Bedford Dollars for Scholars & Scholarship America’s application runs through March 21st.
In-person Help Session
Date: Thursday, 3/17
Time: Flex Block, 10:22 AM - 11:32 AM
Location: Counseling Office - please be sure to bring your iPad.
The application is available online NOW and you can access everything you need here: https://bedfordma.dollarsforscholars.org/index.php?section=chapterWebsite&action=student_parent&fwID=1269
For additional assistance you can view this how-to-presentation & how-to video. You can also contact bedfordma@dollarsforscholars.org with specific questions.
Career Pathways Program at Bedford High School
Bedford High School is partnering with the local business community to expose our students to a variety of career paths. Students become motivated and self-directed when they discover a potential career field of interest. Hands-on exposure and information to careers help students make informed post high school plans.
Students interested in the field of Forensics and Criminal Justice please join us on Thursday March 17th from 10:30-11:30 during flex block for a Career Conversation with Jennifer Montgomery, Forensic Scientist III - DNA Unit from the Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory.
The Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory provides forensic services for the criminal justice system. They respond to crime scenes, perform laboratory testing, and provide expert testimony.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://bedfordps-org.zoom.us/j/89578362953
In case you missed it, the attached presentation on the field of Physical Therapy can be found in your Year of Graduation class Google Classroom
There are three aspects to our Career Pathways and Planning Program:
Career Speakers: We host two Career Speakers per month. They will be held via ZOOM during the student's Flex Block Period (10:22am-11:30am). Interested students sign up ahead of time. Sessions are approximately 40 minutes in length. Topics our speakers cover include, but are not limited to: a day in the life, the personal journey (what was your path like), necessary education, advice for high school students, what you enjoy most, and then questions.
- Job Shadow Program: Provide students with a half-day immersive experience on a job site, allowing students to observe, interact, and learn from experts in the field. Students can be placed individually or in small groups depending on the business/occupation. Prior to being placed students take a Career Aptitude Test to help them determine a particular area of interest. The Job Shadow Program would happen once a year for our sophomore class in early spring.
- Internships: Would only be offered to seniors who have a demonstrated interest in a particular field. The internships would provide real world experience and responsibility, students must complete an interview with the participating company. Students would be placed based on company approval. Internships can occur during or after the school day. (More information to follow on our Internship Program).
If you would like to participate in our Career Program, please complete the following GOOGLE form or contact Brian DeChellis at 781 275-1700 ext. 4414 or brian_dechellis@bedfordps.org
Google Form Link:
Alternatives to Traditional College
Alternatives to Traditional College
In Suzanne Sheffer’s blog, Parenting for College, she talks about alternatives to traditional college. While a college degree is an impressive achievement and has undisputed value, it’s not for everyone.
Read more here:
https://www.collegiateparent.com/high-school/alternatives-to-traditional-college/
Join our Bedford Challenge Success community on social media!
Twitter: @chalsuccessbhs
Instagram: @challengesuccessbhs
Facebook: Challenge Success Bedford High School (this is a closed group)
For more information about BHS-Challenge Success please contact Cynthia Vitti (cynhere@comcast.net) or Lori Popkewitz Alper (lorialper@gmail.com)
BEDFORD SEPAC (Special Education Parental Advisory Council)
March SEPAC Meeting
Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 7 PM on zoom Will include updates on upcoming programs and district work as well as a guest speaker on work readiness training and career exploration. Rowan De Aza, Youth Services Program Manager from Northeast Center for Independent Living will be joining to share information about Pre-Employment Transition Services that are available to students with disabilities age 14 and up. Michelle DellaValle, Special Education Program Administrator from BHS will be joining as well to answer any questions about how BHS works with Pre-ETS services.
https://zoom.us/j/95637066400?pwd=bHdBdUMzV21tUjNnUU9oSjFpQ1Q5Zz09
Meeting ID: 956 3706 6400
Passcode: 635685
All parents & guardians of Bedford special education welcome!
Web: bedfordsepac.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/BEDFORDMASEPAC/
BEDFORD SEPAC (Special Education Parental Advisory Council)
All parents & guardians of Bedford special education welcome!
Web: bedfordsepac.com
Facebook group: https://www.facebook. com/groups/BEDFORDMASEPAC/
2021/2022 SEPAC Monthly Meeting dates
March 24
April 28
May 19 (guest Marianne Vines)
June 9
Meetings begin at 7 PM
*Location and/or Zoom to be shared 2 weeks prior to meetings on SEPAC Facebook and webpage
Senior Dates and Deadlines
Yearbook Orders: After January 21 the cost will be $100.00.
You may place your order here
Please make checks out to BHS 2021/2022 yearbook.
Important Information for the Class of 2022
Please help us to have a successful yearbook by getting an early start.
Send all pictures that you would like to be considered for the yearbook to www.hjeshare.com. Enter the school code: Bedford (capital B). Please identify who the students are in the pictures. Please use full names not nicknames when you submit your baby picture. Please only submit one baby picture. If you do not identify your baby picture you run the risk of not being in the yearbook.
The official photographer for the senior portraits is Mark Lawrence Photographers. Their phone number is 603-882-0116. Please contact them for an appointment. If you have any questions in regards to any of the information. Please contact Mrs. Santos. Her email is karen_santos@bedfordps.org
If you decide to take your own pictures. Please be aware of the size. It must be 2.5 X 3 with a DPI of 300. Yearbook staff will contact you if your picture does not follow these guidelines.
If you have any questions in regards to any of the information. Please contact Mrs. Santos. at karen_santos@bedfordps.org
Past Due Dates
October 22nd- Senior Portraits-Please contact Mark Lawrence Photography @603-882-0116 to make your appointment.
October 8th- Senior Class Photo
The senior class photo will be taken on the football field. The picture will take place during flex block that day. (10:22-11:32) It will not take the whole time. Seniors please listen for the announcement on that day. Let Mrs Santos know if you have any questions.
October 8th- Individual baby pictures/Elementary photos. Please make sure when you upload your baby picture to include your name, first and last. If there is no name you run the risk of not being in the yearbook. Send to: www.hjeshare.com
Enter the code: Bedford(capital letter “B”)
October 8th- “Senior Thanks” (limit of 175 words) Please note: Text slang and most abbreviations are not acceptable. Drug or alcohol references are not acceptable. Send your “senior thanks” in a word document to: bhs2022yearbook@gmail.com
December 10th- Business Ads- Anyone with 2 business ads gets a free yearbook.
December 10th- Parent Ads. The 2021-2022 forms will be sent to the parents.
It's that time of year...
Senior students, please complete the form with the Cap and Gown order link above to order your cap & gown for graduation by December 21, 2021!
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Thanks,
Nicole Myles M.Ed
Class of 2022 Advisor
Graduation is Thursday, June 2, 2022
Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell
6:15pm
There are no tickets for the event as there is ample seating for all friends and family members. Mark your calendars. It will be here sooner than you think!
Need a student parking sticker?
How do I...
Get dismissed? Please bring a note to the main office in the morning. (or call 781-275-1700) Students will be given a dismissal pass to show the teacher and head right out of class at the dismissal time. This helps us to reduce the number of class disruptions.
Get a locker? Your Advisor will supply you with a lock. You will select a locker, then your Advisor will record your locker number and combination just in case you forget it. It happens!
Get my Aspen ID? If you need your ID or are having trouble logging in please contact tech_support@bedfordps.org
Find my lost items? The lost and found bin can be found in the student office.
Pick up a dropped off item? Please stop by the student office and look for the student drop off area sign. (Parents/Guardians, please label item your dropping with name) Please note; we do not interrupt classes for drop offs. Please stop by between classes to check for your item.
Find out more about grading and courses? You may find this and many other helpful pieces of information in your Program of Studies found here
Know who to contact for help? (please see page 6)
Get a parking sticker? You will not need a sticker until the end of September. Please fill out the Google Form here and your Assistant Principal will deliver it to your lunch or Advisory. There is no fee for parking at Bedford High School.
Bedford High School
Bedford High School Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:45am - 2:24pm
Wednesday 7:45 am - 12:55 pm
9 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730
Phone: 781-275-1700
Absence Line: 781-918-4561
Fax: 781-275-6664