Welcome to the BHS Express

Hello Bulldog Families.

This week, we were pleased to have some of our Batavia Alumni in the building to award several scholarships to our seniors. Fifty five twelfth graders came to school dressed professionally and represented BHS with such class. Our guests made several comments about the character of these young people and all I could say was, “Yes! The class of 2023 is full of really nice young people! I can’t wait to see what wonderful things they accomplish in their futures!” The more time you spend with teenagers, the more you realize there truly are great things that our future generations will do.

If you have a student who will be taking their English II End of Course test next week, make sure you help support them through positive encouragement and making sure they shut down their technology and get to bed a little earlier than normal. Sophomores in all English 10 courses and any students scheduled for a retake will be taking this state graduation-required assessment on Tuesday, March 28 and Wednesday, March 29. The remainder of the building will be operating on a two-hour delayed schedule meaning the first period will begin at 9:30 a.m. Unless a teacher has made special arrangements for students to come earlier that morning, they are NOT required to be at school during the normal time. ONLY those students who are taking the test must arrive at the normally scheduled school day. If a student can’t find a ride in for the delayed start, they may report at normal start time. There will be a designated study hall for them.

We will be wrapping up next week with excitement as everyone is ready for a break! These pauses within a school year help students and staff catch their breath and enjoy some much needed “downtime”. Try to help your teen NOT overcommit during this week and encourage them to put down their technology from time-to-time.

Thank you for helping us support your students every day. We appreciate it more than you know!

Have a wonderful weekend!

In service to our Bulldogs.

Andrea Conner, High School Principal

@AConnerNews

@batavia_hs

#EveryBulldogEveryDay

Matt Buis, High School Assistant Principal

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@batavia_hs

• The following link contains information that was reviewed at the 8th Grade High School Scheduling Meeting that was held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Review this information to stay informed about your student's high school scheduling experience. Class of 2027 Scheduling Presentation

• If you are a family of a 10th or 11th grade student, please join the free webinar on March 29 at 7:00 p.m. to learn more about organizing a successful college-entrance testing experience. Review the information in this link: Free Online Class from LEAP Also, here is the link to register for the free webinar: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5332544962601206616

• Make sure to check out our high school musical. BHS Musical

• Please consider attending one of the High School performances of The Music Man on March 23-26 at Batavia Elementary School. We have students from all three buildings involved and they are excited to perform for you! We have been working hard for the last two months preparing for these performances. Singing, dancing, learning lines, finding costumes, and working together as a large group are the reasons the students become a part of the musical. The end result is a celebration of what they have been able to create together. We hope you can come! Order your tickets now, or pay at the door. https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/72810

• From 3/20 to 3/31 students from the Las Ramblas chapter of Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica will be supporting the Pulsera Project during lunch. Hand woven bracelets ($7) from Nicaragua and bags ($15) from Guatemala will be sold supporting these international artisans. All money goes to the Pulsera Project, this is not a SHH fundraiser. Please help us "Color the world"!

• March 23-25, 2023: Spring Musical at 7:00 p.m. at Batavia Elementary School
• March 26, 2023: Spring Musical at 2:00 p.m. at Batavia Elementary School
  
• March 28, 2023: ELA II Part I EOC test (Students not taking assessment arrive by 9:30 a.m. Students who must ride the bus will have a study hall.)
  
• March 29, 2023: ELA II Part II EOC test (Students not taking assessment arrive by 9:30 a.m. Students who must ride the bus will have a study hall.)
  
• March 29, 2023: 7:00 p.m.: Live webinar for families of 10th and 11th grade students concerning college-readiness testing. Reference the flyer and registration link above.
  
• April 3-10, 2023: Spring Break
  
• April 11, 2023: First day back from Spring Break
  
• April 12, 2023: Geometry EOC Test. (ALL students report to school at regular time.)
  
• April 13, 2023: Government EOC Test. (All students report to school at regular time.)
  
• April 18, 2023: US History EOC Test (All students report to school at regular time.)
  
• April 19, 2023: Biology EOC Test (All students report to school at regular time.)
  
• April 22, 2023: Prom
  
• April 25, 2023: Algebra Part I EOC Test (Students not taking assessment arrive by 9:30 a.m. Students who must ride the bus will have a study hall.)
  
• April 26, 2023: Algebra Part II EOC Test (Students not taking assessment arrive by 9:30 a.m. Students who must ride the bus will have a study hall.)
  

• Batavia High School Football is conducting their mulch sale fundraiser. Please review the attached flyer and click on the ordering link if interested. 2023 BHS Football Mulch Sale Fundraiser

• Mulch Sale Order Form

• Check out this flyer to show support for our students attending the BPA National Competition: 100 Club Campaign

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

• Students will be receiving their course selection sheets on Monday, March 27, 2023. These will need to be completed and returned to their English teacher by Friday, March 31, 2023.
  



• CCP Intent forms due April 1 in the Guidance Office

• Hence, to meet this deadline intent forms must be submitted to the Guidance office prior to Spring Break.

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