Welcome to the BHS Express

Hello Bulldog Families.

It’s difficult to believe that we are at the end of the third quarter! We are certainly looking forward to our spring break beginning next Friday, March 29, 2024.

Please take note of the End of Course Testing Dates that are in the “Upcoming Important Dates” section of this newsletter. In high school, students are required to take these assessments in order to graduate. Our teachers have been working very hard this year to make sure all of our students are ready for this challenge!

Please pay particular attention to four dates: April 16 and 17 and April 23 and 24. On April 16 and 17, the only students required to attend school at the normal start time, 7:25 a.m., are those sophomores and any other student required to take the ELA II assessment. All other BHS students will operate on a delayed start and will report to school at 10:30. All buses will run on a normal schedule so if any students do not have transportation to arrive at the 10:30 delayed start time, they will have a study hall until the official school day begins.

On April 23 and 24, the only students required to attend school at the normal start time, 7:25 a.m., are those students required to take the Algebra I assessment. All other BHS students will operate on a delayed start and will report to school at 10:30. All buses will run on a normal schedule so if any students do not have transportation to arrive at the 10:30 delayed start time, they will have a study hall until the official school day begins.

Thank you for helping us stress the importance of these state assessments. We believe they will do well!

Have a great weekend.

In service to our Bulldogs.

Andrea Conner, High School Principal

@AConnerNews

@batavia_hs

#EveryBulldogEveryDay

Matt Buis, High School Assistant Principal

@BHS_Buis

@batavia_hs

Congratulations to BHS Intervention Specialist, Tara Laudenberger (center), for receiving the Golden Bulldog award at Monday's Board of Education meeting. Tara received this award for bringing in over 20 business partners to meet with our high school students at our Transition Fair.

Some of our 9th grade students toured the campus of Miami University on Friday, March 15th.

Senior Jay Willman's rain barrel was on display at the Cincinnati Zoo.

• Please pay all school and cafeteria fees. These can be accessed via EZPay on the district’s website. Students must have fees paid prior to purchasing prom tickets.
  
• Students will have the opportunity to become Red Cross CPR Certified on March 27, 2024 after school. There is a $38 charge that will be added to students' fees if they sign up. Please contact Summer Attinger, BHS School Nurse, if interested. attinger_s@bataviaschools.org
• Parents of 10th grade students, check out the free webinar from LEAP on March 26th. You will receive your student's LEAP Lens Report after the March 15th Career/College Day.
• Check out the Batavia Athletic Boosters "Egg My Yard" Fundraiser flier in this newsletter.
• Graduate Services will be at Live Oaks to meet with Batavia Seniors.
  
• April 2, 2024: Announcement Delivery
  
• May 6, 2024: Cap and Gown Pass Out
  
• Graduate Services will be at Scarlet Oaks to meet with Batavia Seniors.
  
• April 12, 2024: Announcement Delivery
  
May 1, 2024: Cap and Gown Pass Out

• March 25, 2024: First day of Quarter 4
  

• March 25-28, 2024: Grade 11 students meet with their counselors about 2024-2025 schedules.

• March 29-April 8, 2024: Spring Break

• April 10, 2024: Local Scholarship Interview Day

• April 9-12: Scheduling make up window

• April 16, 2024: ELA II Part I End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• Only students who report at regular time are sophomores and those taking the ELA II test.

• All other students report to school at 10:30 a.m.

• Buses will run on the normal schedule.

• April 17, 2024: ELA II, Part II End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• Only students who report at regular time are sophomores and those taking the ELA II test.

• All other students report to school at 10:30 a.m.

• Buses will run on the normal schedule.

• April 18, 2024: Biology End of Course Test: 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• April 20, 2024: BHS Prom; 8:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m., Newport Syndicate

• April 22, 2024: NHS Blood Drive

• April 23, 2024: Algebra I, Part I End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• Only students who report at regular time are those taking the Algebra I test.

• All other students report to school at 10:30 a.m.

• Buses will run on the normal schedule.

• April 24, 2024: Algebra I, Part II End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• Only students who report at regular time are those taking the Algebra I test.

• All other students report to school at 10:30 a.m.

• Buses will run on the normal schedule.

• April 24, 2024: BHS Community Reading Night (AP English Language) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

• April 25, 2024: Geometry Parts I and II End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

• April 30, 2024: US History End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

• May 1, 2024: Government End of Course Test: 7:25 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Check out the Batavia High School Guidance Counselor website.

https://www.bataviaschools.org/o/bhs/page/guidance

Your Guidance Counselors are:

Felicia Grooms

9th - 12th Grade Counselor A-L

(513) 732-2341 ext: 7037

grooms_f@bataviaschools.org

Beth Poling
9th - 12th Grade Counselor M-Z

(513) 732-2341 ext: 7036

poling_b@bataviaschools.org

Scheduling Information and Grade Level Presentations:

Students in 8th grade will be receiving their course selection sheets for the 24-25 school year on March 4. These should have been completed and returned March 12. All grade level scheduling presentations are included below. Individual student graduation plan meetings will be taking place during March and April.

Class of 2025: BHS Scheduling 24-25 Class of 2025

Class of 2026 & 2027: BHS Scheduling 24-25 Class of 2026 & 2027

Class of 2028: BHS Scheduling 24-25 Class of 2028

Scholarship Information!

Batavia Local Scholarship Application for BHS Seniors:

Local Scholarship applications were distributed to BHS Seniors the week of March 4th. A copy of the Local Scholarship Application has been emailed to all students, is linked below, and is posted on the website so that students who are not on the BHS campus have access to the application as well. 2024 Local Scholarship Application

Updated Scholarship List:

** Several new scholarships have been added!

Another option to look at opportunities for additional funding for college is by applying for other scholarships. BHS Guidance updates this list regularly as new scholarships are shared with us. Here is a link to the most recent list that is shared with all seniors:

Scholarship List Updated 3/15/2024

College Information!

Upcoming College Rep Visits to BHS:

Marshall University - 3/28

These rep visits are set up for students to get more information about colleges they may be interested in attending. Students can sign up in Naviance, or email their counselor if they would like to attend.

The Ohio State University - SHE Program

The Ohio State University is thrilled to introduce SHE (Summer Healthcare in Oncology), a transformative two-week virtual program designed to ignite the passion of young women in STEM, healthcare, and research. This exciting initiative, proudly partnered with the American Cancer Society and four leading cancer centers across the United States, seeks to empower high school-aged young women from historically underrepresented backgrounds in science or those residing in Appalachian Ohio counties. Dates: July 1st and July 8th through the 19th

Please go this link for more details and information: OSU SHE Program

2024-25 FAFSA Update:

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for students entering or attending college for the 2024-25 academic year has undergone many changes, been updated for 2024, and is currently having a "soft launch". The website is up and running, but will be temporarily shut down occasionally for maintenance and updates. Any student that is thinking about attending any type of education/training after high school should complete the FAFSA - technical school, trade school, community college, public university, or private university. The FAFSA is what determines your eligibility for student loans, grants, work-study, and scholarships - thus, it is VERY important that you complete and submit it. Keep in mind, all students are at least eligible for student loans! We will continue to share information and helpful resources as they are received.

• Here is the link to a short video that explains what the FAFSA is: What is FAFSA?

• We have also included the link to a slightly lengthier video that explains the entire FAFSA application process and answers many of your questions: The 2024-2025 Financial Aid Process

• The student, as well as the parents/guardians must have their own FSA ID to begin the FAFSA application process. Here is the link to create your FSA ID: https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch

• Lastly, here is the link to begin your FAFSA application: StudentAid.Gov

Mark Pierson, Athletic Director

pierson_ma@bataviaschools.org

Tim Young, Assistant Athletic Director

young_t@bataviaschools.org

Link to Athletic Website:

513-732-2341, ext. 7051

Matt Buis, Assistant Principal

513-732-2341, ext. 7052

Melissa Anstaett, Administrative Assistant

513-732-2341, ext. 7055

Edie Strine, Administrative Assistant

513-732-2341, ext. 7054

If your student is absent, call

513-732-2341 and leave a message on the attendance line