Yearbook is looking for Golf and Field Hockey pictures
Yearbook is looking for GOLF and FIELD HOCKEY PICTURES!!!! If you have any photos you would like to share for the yearbook we would really appreciate your help. Please send photos to karen_santos@bedfordps.org.
The Theater Department is Getting Ready For Auditions
The theater department is getting ready for auditions for our movie musical, Les Miserables, which will be rehearsed and filmed between January-April this year. More information will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to release the audition information so students could get a head start on listening to the show and preparing for their auditions. Click here for the document that includes this info. (link requires BPS account to access)
Flu Vaccine
Thank you to all parents and caregivers who have already sent in the documentation that their child has received the 2020 flu vaccine.
As you know, the Flu Vaccine is required for all students in Massachusetts and must be completed and reported by December 31, 2020. The requirement is for all students, remote and hybrid. The Massachusetts guidance around the vaccine requirement can be found here.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Please send documentation of your student's vaccine to my email: Nancy_Thorsen@bedfordps.org fax: 781-687-6141
Operation Holiday
BHS is collecting money for gift cards from our faculty and staff to send to BHS families in need. If you are one of those families that could benefit from some added support, please email or call our Administrative Assistant, Brenda Sweetland at brenda_sweetland@bedfordps.org.
2022 Ecuador: Amazon & Andes Adventure Enrollment - Early Sign-Up Deadline on 12/15
Bedford Public Schools is offering an international trip to Ecuador in April of 2022 (presentation). Explorica is offering some incentives and some protections to help with your decision on travelling in 2022. This includes:RISK FREE booking: You can enroll in the 2022 trip now through Dec. 15th RISK FREE with a FULL refund offer! This will allow you to lock in low monthly payments and have something to look forward to in the future without concern of losing any money! More info here. In Addition, there is a $200 Traveler Savings: The new enrollments can use the voucher code - Adventure2022 – to get $200 off. This will be valid through 12/10/2020. The tour center link is: www.explorica.com/Griffin-8227
Looking for the perfect gift for a teacher, coach, tutor, bus driver?
Give the gift that shows you care! The BHSPA is selling Buccaneer Masks for everyone on your list! Masks come nicely wrapped in a clear bag with festive ribbons - all ready to gift!
December 2020 Promotion:
- Purchase 2 masks for $20
- Purchase 5 masks for $45
- Donate a mask to someone in need in the community - $5.00
With the new Massachusetts guidance on masks - we need them more than ever! The masks are stylish, high quality, washable and 3-ply - perfect for the fall and winter seasons. Masks can be purchased in Adult and Youth sizes and come in Bedford blue and black. Click on the link below for the image.
To order, go to https://bhspa.org/order. Masks will be delivered to your home (Bedford, Hanscom or Boston or can be picked up in school by a student) within a week of placing your order at no charge! Bulk sales are available as well for a reduced price. Please email BHSBUcsparents@gmail.com to inquire about bulk sales or if you have questions.
Fall Sports Photos
Mrs Santos looking for action shots from the fall season sports for the Yearbook. Any photos that you are willing to share would be much appreciated. You can send the photos directly to Mrs Santos.
THANK YOU to the parents and guardians who have supported the BHSPA Fall Appeal! We appreciate it! If you haven’t had an opportunity to donate - there’s still time! Donations will be used to support ongoing requests for programs and events to support BHS. To make a donation to our Fall Appeal: https://bhspa.org/donate/
All donors will be recognized on our website and social media. The BHSPA communicates using Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Thank you!
Support for Ms. Pietrangelo and her family
Ms. Pietrangelo and her family are in our thoughts as she continues on her long road of recovery. Many families have asked what they can do to help. A Go FundMe has been set up. Please see the link below.
GoFundMe: A gofundme account has been established to help the family with expenses. If you would like to make a direct financial contribution to the family, please go to https://gf.me/u/yzjqsu
We are thinking of Ms. Pietrangelo and her family! Please continue to send positive vibes and healing thoughts to help her through this difficult recovery. If you would like to follow Ms. Pietrangelo’s progress, you can do so using the following link: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/michellepietrangelo
News for Seniors
Cap & Gown Ordering
It may feel like a long way away but it is time to start thinking about Graduation and order your cap and gown. Order yours today, it only takes one minute. https://jostens.typeform.com/to/ExsobMrO
The deadline is Weds December 23, 2020.
Class of 2021 T-Shirts Order Form
Come order a piece of your BHS history, some memorabilia from your Senior year with a fabulous Class of 2021 t-shirt. Your class officers worked diligently on its creation and it is wicked cool :) Order your Senior class shirt here for $15! Pay with VENMO (@classof2021-humphrey). If paying with cash, exact change is required, checks can be made payable to the Class of 2021. With the cash or check option, please place in an envelope with your full name on it and ARC (Advisory/Remote Counseling) room number. Mr. Humphrey will be collecting the payments in room D107, before first class and after last class. Once payment is received Mr. Humphrey will bring your shirt to one of your ARC classes. Go Bucs!
Yearbook
Mrs Santos is looking for parents to tell her what their child has been doing during the pandemic. Pictures of what they have been doing would be awesome.
Can you believe it's time to prepare for your child's senior yearbook? The 2021 Bedford HS yearbook staff wants to help you through the details of making this year’s book perfect for your senior - just review the linked packet and follow the listed steps!
Please let Mrs Santos know if you are having any
trouble getting your photograph taken. We want all seniors represented in the 2021 yearbook.
Post-Secondary Planning
Free Virtual Standardized Test Prep
Taking the PSAT next week? If you're feeling a little nervous, get familiar with the exam. PrepU/Tutor Doctor MetroWest are offering FREE Virtual, Live Proctored PSAT, SAT and ACT Practice Exams to all BHS Students. Full-length official practice exams in a proctored setting offer students the chance to practice test-taking skills. With a detailed score analysis, we pinpoint student strengths and opportunities for score improvement.
Practice on an official exam
Detailed Score Analysis Report
Skill Area Breakdown
Free Consultation with our Admissions Experts to Discuss Score Results and Prep Plan
The Bedford Food Bank is closed this Thursday, Dec. 24.
We will operate as usual on Thursday, December 31, distributing bags from 4:00PM-5:30PM at 12 Mudge Way (the Yellow Building), rear entrance by the CoA. If you are in need of food before 12/31, call: 781-275-7727 or email: bedfordfoodbank@bedfordma.gov
Due to the generosity of our many partners, donors, and volunteers, we are able to serve all residents who are in need of food assistance. If you are in need of food, even temporarily, please come to the Drive Thru food bank on Thursdays, 4:00-5:30, or call: 781-275-7727. No registration required.
Registration is open! We have many virtual programs for both youth and adults to keep you engaged during the long winter ahead. Learn something new, stay active or maybe you are looking for a unique gift for the holidays! Please note that the winter brochure will not be printed because it will be dynamic, changing as necessary to respond to safety guidelines for our community. For more information, please see our website at www.bedfordrecreation.org
Due to COVID-19 Girl Scouts are not permitted to do in-person delivery of cookies or in-person cookie booths at this time. However, you can order cookies online from your favorite Bedford troop by visiting the Bedford Girl Scouts online cookie ordering website by clicking HERE or navigate to the following website: https://sites.google.com/view/bedfordhanscomgirlscouts/cookie-links
All cookies will be directly shipped (and if you order 6 or more boxes you save 50% on shipping). You may also use the website to donate cookies to the Boston Food Bank and Hanscom AFB.
Your support helps the girls raise funds to support their activities, higher awards, travel, and the Bedford Hanscom Girl Scout Scholarship fund!
Save the Date! CSF Virtual Trivia Night Sat Feb 6 7:00-8:30pm
Join us for some Trivia Fun on Saturday Feb 6! The CSF Dollars for Scholars Trivia event will be held virtually this year, brought to you by Stump! Trivia. Virtual Doors open at 7:00pm, Trivia game from 7:30-8:30pm. Teams of 6-10 players, up to 10 devices allowed per team, $25 per person. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams. Proceeds go to scholarships for Bedford High School graduates who plan to continue their education. Registration information coming soon!
MCC MLK Day Celebration
Middlesex Community College is hosting a virtual MLK Day Celebration on Monday January 18, 2021 at 1pm. As part of the celebration the Living the Dream Partners are looking to celebrate those in our community who seek to end racial injustice and work towards peace, unity, and diversity. Attached is the nomination form. Submissions due by noon on December 18, 2020.
BPS PRESCHOOL SCREENING FOR FALL 2021 ADMISSION
The Bedford Public Schools’ Integrated Preschool Program is inviting neighborhood children who will be 3 years old by August 31st to a screening for possible enrollment. Screenings are conducted at the Lt. Davis Elementary School. Screenings will take place by appointment only to adhere to COVID guidelines. Call or e-mail to schedule your appointment by January 29, 2021.
Phone: 1 (781) 275-3201 ext 4721.
E-mail: rachel_thunberg@bedfordps.org
Why choose the Bedford Public Schools?
- Rich academic and social curriculum
- DESE certified educators
- Resident speech therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, and behavior specialist
Visit our website at: https://www.bedfordps.org/pre-school
Career Coaching Bootcamp
Open to all ages, town-wide. Registration is through the email on the flyer and the schedule of topics will be provided on sign up.
Free Training in Healthcare or Life Science for Residents of Burlington and Bedford
Looking for a career pivot? Start working in a high demand industry in healthcare or life science. FREE training for eligible residents of Burlington and Bedford. Flyer.
Light Up Bedford!
Be a part of the decoration celebration! Put your home or business on the map. The Rotary Club of Bedford is creating a free, live map of decorated homes and businesses in Bedford! To be added to the map, visit BedfordMARotary.org, click on "LIGHT UP BEDFORD" & fill in the form on the right. Select whichever category best describes your decor: Terrific Traditional, Light Bright, Incredible Inflatables, & Festivus. Then, starting December 1st through January 1, 2021, visit BedfordMARotary.org, click on "LIGHT UP BEDFORD" to see the live map, choose a destination, and GO! Celebrate December Holidays 2020 together!
Please visit the Friends of the Bedford Library Online Bookstore at …
friendsofthebedfordlibrary.wildapricot.org
The entire shopping experience will be contact-free. You may pay for your books via credit card (preferred) or check. And, books will be delivered to your door (throughout Bedford) at no extra charge! Click on the link above for more info.
McLean Research Study on Stress and the Teen Brain – Earn up to $100!
Researchers at McLean Hospital are recruiting female teens who are currently feeling depressed or down as well as female teens who are not feeling depressed/down. Your teen can earn up to $100 and receive a picture of her brain.
Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating factors that make some teens better able to cope with stressful experiences and what makes some teens more vulnerable to experiencing depression. By participating, you and your child can help them better understand, prevent, and treat adolescent depression. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teens will also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Parent permission is required for teens under 18.
Who: Girls in grades 8 - 12 interested in exploring STEM fields and career choices When: Hosted online two Saturday mornings via Zoom Dates: Since the summit will be online, it has been split into two half-day sessions.
Saturday, April 3, 2021, 8:30am - noon and
Saturday, April 10, 2021, 8:30 am - noon Fee: $65 Register here: https://juniortech.org/girls-stem-summit-live-2021/ Email: info@juniortech.org
FREE Virtual Parent Support Groups
The BRYT (Bridge for Resilient Youth in Transition) network, a program of the Brookline Center for Community Mental Health, has been providing FREE parent support groups since the school closures in March 2020. These groups are still running and are still FREE for any caregiver. Parents Supporting Parents Flyer Parents Supporting Parents Commercial
2021 Science Without Borders® Challenge - Student art contest is open!
The theme for this year’s Challenge is “Mangroves Matter.” Mangroves are extremely important ecosystems providing many benefits. Participants should use their artistic talents to create a piece of artwork that illustrates how mangroves are important. All entries must be received by Monday, March 1, 2021 to be eligible to win the contest. To learn more about the Science Without Borders® Challenge rules and how to apply, visit www.lof.org/SWBChallenge.
For questions or to add an announcement contact Paula,
BHSPA Communications Secretary, at BHSBucsParents@gmail.com
