Friday, February 15, 2013

Friday, February 15, 2013


Today is the 103nd day of the 2012-2013 school year.  There are 70 days remaining.

Monday is Presidents' Day.  There is no school for students.

UPCOMING EVENTS - THIS WEEK
February 11 - BJHS/YMCA 100 Mile Club Began - Deadline to Register is February 22 
February 13 - Deadline for 8th Graders to turn in 9th Grade Schedule 
February 14 - Yearbook Sales End
February 15 - Grades 6/7/8 - Valentine Dance/Party -7:00-9:00 p.m. BJHS - Wristband - $5 
February18 - Presidents' Day - No School for Students 
February 19 - Chess Club Begins - 2:30-3:30 - Room # 130
February 19 - Juggling Club - 2:30-3:30 -Cafeteria
February 20 - 7/8th Wrestling - Home vs. Lincoln 4:15 p.m.  
February 21 - 7/8th Girls Red Basketball  Home vs. Saline Gold - 4:15 p.m.


YEARBOOK
If you purchased a yearbook, please double check to see if your name is on the list on the cafeteria bulletin board or in the office. The list has been updated.  Check to see if all information is correct.

ALL STUDENTS - LITERARY MAGAZINE
The Yearbook staff is also accepting poetry, short stories, vignettes, and other vehicles of expression for our annual Literary Magazine.  Please submit your entries in the box located in the office.

ALL STUDENTS - VALENTINE PARTY - TONIGHT
Tonight is the Valentine Party from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Bring all of your BJHS friends.  Wrist Bands cost $5.  We will have a photo booth, "Just Dance" Competition, ping-pong competition, and dancing in the gym.  The first 50 students purchasing wristbands will receive a set of beads to wear.

BRING POP - FREE  ADMISSION TO THE VALENTINE DANCE
The first 30 kids to bring in a 12 pack of pop to Mr. Lopinski will get in to the dance FREE!

MICHIGAN LEAGUE COMPETITIVE MATH CONTEST
Attention all students who signed up to take the Michigan League Competitive Math Contest.  The test will be given on Tuesday, February 19,.  The 6th grade test will be given during 1st hour in the cafeteria.  The 7 and 8th grade test will be given 3rd hour in the cafeteria. The teachers have been given a list.  Make sure you report to your class for attendance, and then go directly to the cafeteria   Make sure to bring your calculator and several pencils.

CHESS CLUB
Chess Club begins on Tuesday, next week, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Dr. Robinson;s room # 130.

JUGGLING CLUB
Juggling Club will meet in the cafeteria on Tuesday, next week, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

YOUNG ARTISTS' CLUB
The Young Artists' Club will meet on Thursday, next week, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in room # 131.

Be sure you have a ride home if you stay after school.

THE CUTEST PET VALENTINE
This week, the BJHS staff held a "Cutest Pet Valentine Contest".  Students and staff voted for their  favorites!  All money will be donated to the Humane Society.  The total collected was $196.50.  the winner was Mrs. Miller's dog, Lou.  Thank you to all who participated or donated.

ALL STUDENTS 100 MILE CLUB - IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN!
Attention all students; BJHS 100 Mile Club started this week and goes through March 22, after school from 2:45 to 4:30 p.m.  The deadline to join is Friday, February 22.  The goal of the 100-Mile Club is to improve the fitness and well-being of all participants.  The challenge of completing 100 miles within a certain time limit, and in the winter months, is a tremendous accomplishment.  You will need to complete 5 miles a day.  If you complete the 100 miles, you will earn an official 100-Mile Club t-shirt. Dates are subject to change due to weather conditions!  Makeup days will be offered at the end in case of weather cancellations. If you have any questions please e-mail Toby at tsass@ymcatoledo.org or call 734.850.9622.  Rules and registration forms are available in the Bedford Junior High School Office and on line.  (See below)

7TH AND 8TH GRADE GIRLS' BASKETBALL

The Bedford 7th grade red basketball team beat Tecumseh 21-6.  Megan Tillman, Caitlin Stieber, and Koryn King all scored 8 points and Kaitlyn Scurlock had 7 rebounds. 
  
The Bedford 8th grade red basketball team defeated Tecumseh 19-5.  Madisyn King, Kaylee Witfoth, and Taylor Haberland led the scoring.  Callie Teague and Alexia Bond rebounded well. 

The Bedford 7th grade white basketball team is now 5-1 after defeating Saline Blue 19-11.  Olivia Cook led 8 players in scoring with 10 points and Caelan Warnecke contributed 4. 

The Bedford 8th grade white basketball team squeaked out a win last night at home against Saline Blue 11-10.  Alexa Libstorff led the scoring along with Erika Wilt.  Brynn Duvall, Ashley Manore, Ashley Wagenhauser, and Alexis Harpel also played well.  


STUDENTS - COMMUNITY ED CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
The Bedford Youth Coed Volleyball League is open to all boys and girls in grades 4-12 who would like to improve their volleyball skills.  The purpose pf the league is to teach volleyball skills, rules, and techniques as well as to have an opportunity to have fun playing games in an organized league.  The Cost is $74. Registration and information forms are available in the BJHS.  The deadline to register is Friday, February 22.

SOIREE JUNIOR SINGERS
Join the Soiree!  Become a Soiree Junior Singer!  This is your chance to share the spotlight and share the joy of performing at Bedford High School.  There will be TWO performances just for the Soiree Juniors and the Soiree Singers along with some special guest performances.  Students will also have an opportunity to perform as a soloist through special auditions called "Bedford Junior Idol".  Soiree Junior will perform live  on stage on March 22, and 23, at 8:00 p.m.  Students will receive a Soiree junior T-shirt to keep, two free tickets to the show, one free ticket to see Bedford Idol on March 18, a chance to win a pair of tickets to the upcoming shows at the Huntington Center, Fisher Theatre, etc., and have lots of fun with the members of the Soiree Singers and Mr. Smith.  More information and registration forms are available in the junior high office and on line www.bhstheatrearts.com/bhschoirs
  
HAPPY  BIRTHDAY TODAY 
Jordan Archibald

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON SATURDAY
Sadey Turner

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON SUNDAY
Christopher Augustyniak
Kayla Biggs
Raven Freeman
Kim Luong
Joshua Snyder

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON MONDAY
There are no birthdays at the junior high school on Monday.