Monday, March 18, 2019

Announcements- Monday, March 18, 2019

Today is the 117th day of school. There are 54 days remaining


The BJHS Spirit Wear Shop is now open through March 20th at midnight!


STUDENT OF THE WEEK
Student of the Week for the week of 3/18 is Jed K. He was nominated by Mrs. Tully and here's what she had to say.... Jed is joyful everyday, he's an enthusiastic learner, he devours books, is kind to all, inclusive, and so polite and helpful.



BLOOD DRIVE
The NJHS sponsored American Red Cross Blood Drive will take place on Monday March 18th in the BJHS Cafeteria from 3-8pm. Letters will go home this week to let your families know the information they will need to sign up. Please encourage your families to donate blood and help save lives.


TALENT SHOW
There will be a talent show rehearsal on Thursday, March 21st ending at 4:30pm. Please see Mr. Lopinski in room # 30 for any questions.

ART CLUB
In celebration of Youth Art Month, we will kick off our mARTch Madness tournament.  You will be sent a link to the bracket where you can view the art works and information about the featured artists.  You can also stop by our bracket near the F Hallway to view the works of art.  Each day of the tournament a new google form will be opened and give you the opportunity to vote for your favorite works of art.  Vote for your favorites each round and see who makes it to the finals!

Friday’s mARTch madness winner with 87.5% of the vote is

Banksy “Girl With A Balloon”

Today’s match up is the third battle for a spot in the final four.  The contenders are: Frida Kahlo “The Two Fridas” and Keith Haring “Untitled” 1987 (DANCE)

Don’t forget to vote today using the link on the bracket! Your votes will determine the winner of the mARTch madness tournament!



DOODLE FOR GOOGLE
Do you love art and Google??? Bring your creativity to life in a Doodle that expresses this year's "Doodle 4 Google" theme, "When I grow up, I hope..." using any medium you choose for the chance to be a Doodle for Google winner. The National Winner’s artwork will be featured on the Google homepage, and will win a $30,000 scholarship and a $50,000 tech grant for their school. Submissions are due very soon  March 18, 2019.  Stop by room 134 for an entry form or enter online at doodle4google.com 

SHREK
If you would like to be part of the tech team or paint set for the musical Shrek, the sign-up sheet is outside Mrs. Matlow's classroom (#35). The next painting day is Tuesday (3/19). 

REMINDER 
Just a reminder to students - cell phones are not to be used during the day to text or call their parent to come pick them up when they are not feeling well.  (Please do not email either). Students are to come to the health room.  You can use the student phone located in the office.  Too many parents are showing up for their sick student and the health room/office is not aware.  Please see your Student Handbook regarding use of Cell Phones.

DRESS CODE 
Just a reminder to parents and students about the school dress code. Jeans with rips or holes in them is not allowed. Also, hoods of any kind are not to be worn inside the building.

SPORTS






















7th/8th grade girl softball tryouts start Monday March 18th, 3:00-5:00. Please be prepared for indoor or outdoor, and bring all equipment. 






Reminder to all boys and girls interested in running track this spring, practice begins on Monday after school. Come prepared to practice outside with warm clothes if necessary. 

Knit and Crochet Club meets on Tuesdays, Room #29, 2:30-3:30
Mrs. Adkins - Advisor

Design an APP Club meets on Tuesdays, Room #50, 2:30-3:30
Ms. May- Advisor

Math Counts Club meets on Wednesdays, Room #201, 2:30-3:30 
Mrs. Winter - Advisor

Sci-Fi Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, Room #215, 2:30-3:30
Miss Kelly - Advisor

Girls Who Code Club for 6th and 7th Graders meets on Fridays through the remainder of the year, Room #3, 2:45-4:00 
Mrs. Hemry - Advisor

Creative Writing Club meets every other Tuesday, Room #49 from 2:40-3:40 Ms. DePorre- Advisor

Juggling Club meets on Fridays, Room #124, 2:30-3:30
Mr. Allison - Advisor

Art Club meets on the following Mondays, Room #134 from 2:30-3:30
Mrs. Copley-Sansom - Advisor:
March 18
April 15
April 29
May 6
BE SURE YOU HAVE A RIDE HOME IF YOU ARE STAYING FOR A CLUB MEETING!!

Upcoming in March
18 BJHS Blood Drive 3:00PM-8:00PM
19 BJHS 6-12  All-District Band Spectacular 7:00PM, BHS Auditorium
20 6th Grade Spelling Bee 10:30AM, Media Center
21 7th Grade Spelling Bee 10:30AM, Media Center
22 8th Grade Spelling Bee 10:30AM, Media Center
25 Staff Meeting-Departments 2:40PM
27 BJHS Talent Show, 6:00PM Cafe
29 End of Quarter 3