BHS Happenings

Spring Recess will be from April 8-12, 2024. There will be no school this Friday, March 29th for Good Friday and no school on Tuesday, April 2nd due to the Primary Election. There is only a week and a half left in Quarter 3. Quarter 3 will close on April 5th right before the start of Spring Recess! Report Cards will be available on your PowerSchool Parent Portal on April 18th.

Senior parents! Don't forget that senior dues are to be paid in full by April 1st. Senior Dues will need to be paid in full in order to participate in all senior activities including prom and secure a cap and gown for graduation. The end of senior year is approaching fast, don't miss out!

-The BHS Leadership Team

• March 30, 2024: BHS Varsity Track Time Trials at Home at 10:00 a.m.
• April 1, 2024: BHS Varsity Girls Tennis vs Northwest Catholic at Carmen Arace Tennis Courts at 3:45 p.m.
• April 1, 2024: BHS Varsity Baseball vs Prince Tech at Hyland Park at 3:45 p.m.
• April 2, 2024: Presidential Primary, Schools Closed
• April 2, 2024: BHS Varsity Softball vs Hartford Public at Home at 3:45 p.m.
• April 2, 2024: BHS Varsity Track vs Wethersfield at Wethersfield High School at 3:45 p.m.
• April 4, 2024: BHS Varsity Baseball vs Canton at Bowdoin Field, Canton at 4:00 p.m.
• April 4, 2024: BHS Varsity Softball vs Bulkeley at Home at 3:45 p.m.
• April 4, 2024: BHS Varsity Tennis vs Platt at Carmen Arace Tennis Courts at 3:45 p.m.
• April 5, 2024: BHS Varsity Tennis vs Wethersfield at Wethersfield High School at 4:00 p.m.
• April 5, 2024: Quarter 3 Ends
• April 6, 2024: BHS Varsity Track at Tammy Schondelmayer Invitational at Home at 10:00 a.m.
• April 15, 2024: Quarter 4 Begins
• April 8-12, 2024: Spring Recess, Schools Closed
• April 8, 2024: BHS Varsity Baseball vs East Windsor/International at Home at 3:45 p.m.
• April 8, 2024: BHS Varsity Softball vs International at Academy of International Studies at 3:45 p.m.
• April 9, 2024: BHS Varsity Track vs CREC Schools at Home at 3:45 p.m.
• April 12, 2024: BHS Varsity Track at Lady Hawks Invitational at Home at 10:00 a.m.
• June 11, 2024: BHS Graduation at 5:00 p.m. at Phil Rubin Stadium, Bloomfield High School
• June 12, 2024: BHS Graduation - Rain Date

Dear Warhawk Families,

In A Heartbeat, a CT based nonprofit organization, will be providing free cardiac screenings on Tuesday, April 16 from 2-6pm in the BHS small gym. Click here to learn more about In A Heartbeat. The event will be staffed with volunteer technicians, to answer any questions you may have. Parents will receive ECG results from “In A Heartbeat” within two weeks. The event is voluntary and pre-registration is encouraged Click here to register your child for this screening.

Additionally, we are looking for volunteers for both medical and non-medical duties. Please contact me or Mike Papale, the founder of In A Heartbeat at mike@inaheartbeat.org if you would like to volunteer.

The Bloomfield community has expressed great interest and support of this event. Below, please find answers to some frequently asked questions.

Frequently asked questions

1. What can my child expect during the screening process?

Your child will be brought to a private space staffed with two technicians. One technician will run through questions from the AHA 14 point screener. The second technician will place ‘stickers’ on your child's torso. An electrode will be clipped into place on each sticker. Once the setup is complete, the technician will run the EKG to get an immediate reading. It is quick, painless and easy. “In A Heartbeat” plans 10 minutes for each child.

2. Why should I sign my child up for this screening?

EKG screening can detect many (although not all) heart conditions which if untreated can lead to sudden cardiac arrest. If detected, the goal is to get them treated and get kids back to their lives. The 14 point screener and EKG can identify risk factors of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). The questionnaire considers family history, possible symptoms and lifestyle. The EKG identifies abnormal readings such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, long QT Syndrome and Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW). It is always recommended that parents contact their child’s pediatrician should they have any questions or concerns.

3. Are parents permitted to stay with their child during the screening?

Yes, parents are encouraged to join their child during the screening process. It is not required for a parent to be there if the child is pre-registered.

4. How will I receive results from the screening?

“In A Heartbeat” will send an email notifying families that the EKG results are available. Families will then log onto the website and input their personal registration number to receive results.

5. What if something is found?

If any abnormalities are found, our cardiologists will be in touch with you to explain what

is found, any recommendations, and help you set up any follow-up if desired.

6. Who will have access to my child’s screening results

Results are provided only to the child’s parent / guardian. Results are private and confidential. They will NOT be shared with the school district or other third party.

7. Is there any cost to the families or the school district?

These screenings are being provided at no cost to the district and families.

8. What if my child cannot attend the screening on this date?

In A Heartbeat provides ECG Screening events throughout the school year. Please

contact Mike Papale, mike@inaheartbeat.org, to find out another date that they are

hosting a screening.

9. Why did we decide to support cardiac screenings?

We were contacted by In A Heartbeat and More George. More George was founded by

Artie and Deb DiRocco,a Wilton based non profit established to honor the tragic passing

of Wilton High School student George DiRocco. “More George” works in conjunction

with “In A Heartbeat” to raise awareness and provide preventative measures to stop

SCAs in teens. Their free cardiac screening program enhances our overall approach to

cardiac health.

We have been notified that Charles Fennell has been selected by CAS-CIAC to participate in the 2024 National Federation of High Schools, National Student Leadership Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana. Each year, CAS-CIAC sponsors a group of student leaders from their student boards and member schools, who have exhibited astonishing leadership skills over the years, to attend this exciting event. As an outstanding student leader who has been involved in various leadership events, Charles has been selected to attend this national conference to represent our State! Congratulations, Charles!

Recently, Charles was a panelist at the CAS Leadership Conference 2024. Charles presented to principals and superintendents on the school experience from the perspective of a student.

Boys and Girls Indoor Track:

• On Wednesday, April 20th, BHS' Indoor Track Student-Athletes were honored at the CHSCA Indoor Track All-State Banquet at the Aqua Turf. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes that made All-State: Zachary Blackwood, Breydon Evans, Ja'Mari Manson, Zakyi Kimber, Sergio Rose Jr., Jahmeen Harrigan, Jahniya Barclay, Soleigh Dixon, Kiylah Williams, Saphyr Brown, Dream Wilson, Indya Norman, Nacquelia Fletcher, April Nathaniel, Sianna Lloyd and Aisha Williams.

On Tuesday, March 26th, Bloomfield High School welcomed esteemed finance professionals from Connecticut Children's Medical Center. They illuminated their career journeys, emphasizing the essential education mindset required for success in this dynamic field. Students gained a deeper understanding of the intersection between finance and healthcare, inspiring them to consider diverse career paths in this vital sector.

Mr. Prescott is excited to announce the launch of a new resource that is now available to assist in supporting our students' college and career readiness. Our School To Career Google Classroom, dedicated to college and career programs, opportunities, and updates, is officially up and running!

This platform is designed to be a comprehensive resource for both staff and students, offering a centralized location for information related to Capstone, career exploration, scholarship opportunities, workshops, and much more.

Google Classroom Code: z4pj547

Senior Class Dues cost $250 and are due by April 1st. If you paid the first payment of $125 on November 1st, your second payment of $125 is also due on April 1st. Checks can be made out to Bloomfield High School. Class dues are to be paid in full.

Senior Class Dues Cover:

• Senior T-Shirt
• Lawn Sign
• Cap and Gown
• Prom
• Yearbook
• Senior Trip