BRHS Families,
Happy New Year! It is hard to believe that it is 2021, and we are halfway through the school year. I acknowledge the many challenges of distance learning. I also want to acknowledge the work that our students, parents, and teachers have done to make all things work as best they can.
As we prepare for Hybrid second semester, please note the new bell schedule that was sent to families and posted on the school website. This schedule is to accommodate potential implementation of stage 4 hybrid instruction, conditions permitting. In the coming weeks, a considerable amount of time will be spent working with grades 9-11 to select courses for the 2021-2022 school year. We will begin on February 19 during the school day with the electives fair. Curriculum night for students and parents is February 22. More information and specific links will be sent and posted on the school website.
Please feel free to reach out to your school counselor and discuss course selections. Our new school counselors are Susan Ellis and Adity Choudhury. They are joining us from Belmont Station and Seneca Ridge respectively. Ms. Ellis and Ms. Choudhury will be reaching out to families.
In February, we will meet with senior’s through government classes to discuss second semester dates and events. Information will also be posted on the school website. We are also planning for our annual African American Read-In in celebration of Black History Month. Specifics will be posted on the school website once final speakers are selected.
We will also continue with required assessments. These include Standards of Learning assessments, Access for EL, and MAP for math. Student and parents should be sure to check emails from the school for specific dates and times.
Finally, I would like to thank the PTSO for their generous donation to purchase our staff shirts this year. The staff appreciates the school spirit and generosity. If you have not joined the PTSO, please consider joining. Information can be found on the BRHS website. Also, parents of seniors should know that in order to be eligible for PTSO senior scholarships, families must have a membership by February 15.
Sincerely,
David Spage
