Monday, September 30, 2019

Announcements - Monday, September 30, 2019

Today is the 20th day of school; there are 160 days remaining.


BJHS FUNDRAISER
Fundraiser order forms are due today, September 30, during homerooms.  Collected money will be due the week after product delivery; but, we will take whatever payments you have already collected today..

QUIZ BOWL - STARTS TODAY!
9/30MONDAY
4AScheffervsJakubowski 1
4BStalker 1vsHixon 2
5AB. DukatevsVogel 2
5BQuinlan 1vsTully 1


10/1
4AVincent 1vsKelly
4BBrossvsBalazs
5AVerdunvsBurgermeister 1
5BLefflervsMahoney

ART CLUB - MEETS TODAY
Art Club will meet today in room # 134 from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Be sure you have a ride home.

CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS
On Saturday the girls cross country team raced at the Marauder Invitational at Lake Erie Metro park. The team placed 6th out of 17 teams. Izzy L. received a medal for placing 19th out of 196 girls. Personal records were set by Grace F., Gretchen H., Skyler B., Maya M., Serenity P., and Maddi T. Great Job Ladies!

The junior high boys cross country team took 2nd on Saturday at the 16 team, Marauder's Invitational.  This was another great performance by the team.  They were just edged by their rival Saline.  7th grader, Aidan O.  led the team with an amazing performance to take 2nd overall out of the 250 runners in the race.  Another 7th grader, Sawyer U.ran a personal best time to finish 3rd for the team, and 12th overall.  8th graders Kaleb D., Braiden W., and  Adrik R. ran great races.  Braxon L. continued to run well, with another personal best time.  And 6th grader Trenton Y. improved again for his 3 straight best time.  The guys run next in Monroe on Saturday at the Monroe Miler Invitational.  

VOLLEYBALL
There will be an early release for the red volleyball team today at 2;15 to allow for travel time to Chelsea

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE
Bedford's Volley for the Cure Game is not until October, but we have begun to take orders for
 t-shirts.  If you would like to put a loved one's name on the back, "in honor of" or "in memory of", the forms are in the office.  This is for students and staff!  

ELA LAB
Need help with ELA  homework?
Need help with reading or writing for another class? Need to study for an ELA Test or Quiz?
Ask your ELA or homeroom teacher for a pass and come visit Mrs. Knapp in room # 49 during your homeroom 4A or 4B OR Miss Mason in room # 25 during homeroom 5A or 5B for English Lab.  Both teachers will be there to help you!

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CLUB
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting  every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM.  Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.

8TH HOUR
If you need extra help with your homework, plan to attend 8th hour.  8th Hour meets  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:35- 3:25 pm.  Students meet in the front lobby. 
Please be sure to arrange for a ride home if you are planning to attend.  You must have a signed permission slip or note to attend. Permission slips are available in the office.

IF YOU RIDE THE BUS TO SCHOOL . . . 
Attention all students who ride the bus to school in the morning; please walk on the sidewalk closest to the school when you get off your bus.  When you walk too close tot he buses, it creates a safety issue.

DRESS CODE REMINDER
Students, the weather forecast is hot and humid for the next few days.  
Remember: 
Undergarments should not be visible at any time (this includes boxer shorts, briefs, underwear, bras, etc.)
Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh, approximately lower than the palm of the hand.
Low-cut, revealing, bare-midriff tank tops or bare shoulders are not permitted.
Sleeveless tops must be two inches on the shoulder. 

September 2019
27 PTO Welcome Back Party, 2:30PM - 4:30PM


October 2019
7 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
11 ½ Day for Students, Staff Professional Development Day
14 PTO Meeting 6:00
14 PTO Book Fair During Homeroom
17 7 & 8 Fall Choir Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
21 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
22 6, 7 & 8 Fall Band Concert, 7PM BJHS Gym
24 Picture Retake Day, Lunch Hours
28 6, 7 & 8 Fall Orchestra Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
Have a great day at BJHS!

Friday, September 27, 2019

Announcements - Friday, September 27, 2019

Friday, September 27, 2019

Today is the 19th day of school; there are 161 days remaining.


BJHS FUNDRAISER
Our school-wide Fundraiser is happening now! Please support your school by participating either with your order form or registering online. All profit goes directly to activities and materials to support students here at BJHS. Keep selling!!

STUDENT OF THE WEEK  
Congratulations to student of the week Olivia S.  Olivia was nominated by Mrs. Dukate.
Olivia is a hard worker and always looking for ways to get better. After running the 12 minute run she asked if she could redo it during her home room because she thought she could do better. The self motivation and pushing herself to greatness is not often found at this age:)  

START WITH HELLO
September 23rd- 27th NJHS will be leading our school in participating in “Start With Hello Week”.  Start With Hello Week is organized by Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit organization led by several family members who lost loved ones at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on December 14, 2012.  Based in Newtown, Connecticut, Sandy Hook Promise’s mission is to prevent gun violence BEFORE it happens by teaching youth and adults how to recognize the signs, intervene and get help for individuals who may be at-risk of hurting themselves or others.  Start with Hello teaches students the skills they need to reach out to and include those who may be dealing with chronic social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school.  Please join us next week as we work to help ALL students at BJHS feel connected by starting with hello and participating in our activities. 

Monday will be “Hey Day” NJHS students will be wearing “Hello my name is” name tags.  Students will wear name tags all day and say hello to someone new!  If you are not a NJHS student and want to participate say hello to an NJHS student and ask for a name tag so you can participate too!  You can also stop by our start with hello week table in the lunchroom to buy a bracelet for $1.00 and get a name tag for hey day!

Tuesday “Random Acts of Kindness Day” - Do something nice for someone!  Be the reason someone smiles today! Share what made you smile today on our smile wall in the lunchroom.

Wednesday We will have a mix it up lunch with “Lifesavers in the lunchroom” Get a lifesaver on your way into lunch then find someone with the same lifesaver flavor as you and invite them to sit with you. Be sure to include everyone at lunch, if you see someone who is sitting alone invite them to sit by you then try out some of the icebreakers on the table to get the conversation going! 

Thursday -  “Compliments Day” - Try and compliment at least three people today!  Not only are compliments appreciated by the receiver, they make the giver feel great too! Compliments are an easy way to connect positively with those around you.  It creates friendships, brightens your day, and feels good!! Let someone know how much you appreciate them, how amazing they are, or thank someone for all they do! Tell them or write a note!

Friday -“Green out” - wear green to show your support for including others and preventing violence before it takes place!
  

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE
Bedford's Volley for the Cure Game is not until October, but we have begun to take orders for
 t-shirts.  If you would like to put a loved one's name on the back, "in honor of" or "in memory of", the forms are in the office.  This is for students and staff!  

ELA LAB
Need help with ELA  homework?
Need help with reading or writing for another class? Need to study for an ELA Test or Quiz?
Ask your ELA or homeroom teacher for a pass and come visit Mrs. Knapp in room # 49 during your homeroom 4A or 4B OR Miss Mason in room # 25 during homeroom 5A or 5B for English Lab.  Both teachers will be there to help you!

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CLUB
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting  every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM.  Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.

8TH HOUR
If you need extra help with your homework, plan to attend 8th hour.  8th Hour meets  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:35- 3:25 pm.  Students meet in the front lobby. 
Please be sure to arrange for a ride home if you are planning to attend.  You must have a signed permission slip or note to attend. Permission slips are available in the office.

IF YOU RIDE THE BUS TO SCHOOL . . . 
Attention all students who ride the bus to school in the morning; please walk on the sidewalk closest to the school when you get off your bus.  When you walk too close tot he buses, it creates a safety issue.

DRESS CODE REMINDER
Students, the weather forecast is hot and humid for the next few days.  
Remember: 
Undergarments should not be visible at any time (this includes boxer shorts, briefs, underwear, bras, etc.)
Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh, approximately lower than the palm of the hand.
Low-cut, revealing, bare-midriff tank tops or bare shoulders are not permitted.
Sleeveless tops must be two inches on the shoulder. 

September 2019
27 PTO Welcome Back Party, 2:30PM - 4:30PM

October 2019
7 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
11 ½ Day for Students, Staff Professional Development Day
14 PTO Meeting 6:00
14 PTO Book Fair During Homeroom
17 7 & 8 Fall Choir Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
21 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
22 6, 7 & 8 Fall Band Concert, 7PM BJHS Gym
24 Picture Retake Day, Lunch Hours
28 6, 7 & 8 Fall Orchestra Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
Have a great day at BJHS!

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Announcements - Thursday, September 26, 2019

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Today is the 18th day of school; there are 162 days remaining.


BJHS FUNDRAISER
Our school-wide Fundraiser is happening now! Please support your school by participating either with your order form or registering online. All profit goes directly to activities and materials to support students here at BJHS. Keep selling!!

STUDENT OF THE WEEK  
Congratulations to student of the week Olivia S.  Olivia was nominated by Mrs. Dukate.
Olivia is a hard worker and always looking for ways to get better. After running the 12 minute run she asked if she could redo it during her home room because she thought she could do better. The self motivation and pushing herself to greatness is not often found at this age:)  

START WITH HELLO
September 23rd- 27th NJHS will be leading our school in participating in “Start With Hello Week”.  Start With Hello Week is organized by Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit organization led by several family members who lost loved ones at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on December 14, 2012.  Based in Newtown, Connecticut, Sandy Hook Promise’s mission is to prevent gun violence BEFORE it happens by teaching youth and adults how to recognize the signs, intervene and get help for individuals who may be at-risk of hurting themselves or others.  Start with Hello teaches students the skills they need to reach out to and include those who may be dealing with chronic social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school.  Please join us next week as we work to help ALL students at BJHS feel connected by starting with hello and participating in our activities. 

Monday will be “Hey Day” NJHS students will be wearing “Hello my name is” name tags.  Students will wear name tags all day and say hello to someone new!  If you are not a NJHS student and want to participate say hello to an NJHS student and ask for a name tag so you can participate too!  You can also stop by our start with hello week table in the lunchroom to buy a bracelet for $1.00 and get a name tag for hey day!

Tuesday “Random Acts of Kindness Day” - Do something nice for someone!  Be the reason someone smiles today! Share what made you smile today on our smile wall in the lunchroom.

Wednesday We will have a mix it up lunch with “Lifesavers in the lunchroom” Get a lifesaver on your way into lunch then find someone with the same lifesaver flavor as you and invite them to sit with you. Be sure to include everyone at lunch, if you see someone who is sitting alone invite them to sit by you then try out some of the icebreakers on the table to get the conversation going! 

Thursday -  “Compliments Day” - Try and compliment at least three people today!  Not only are compliments appreciated by the receiver, they make the giver feel great too! Compliments are an easy way to connect positively with those around you.  It creates friendships, brightens your day, and feels good!! Let someone know how much you appreciate them, how amazing they are, or thank someone for all they do! Tell them or write a note!

Friday -“Green out” - wear green to show your support for including others and preventing violence before it takes place!
  

VOLLEYBALL RESULTS
The 8th grade white volleyball team won their game against Lincoln Blue.  We lost the first match 20-25, won the second 25-20, and won the third 25-20.  Marina S. had 4 serving aces and Morganne T had 2 aces.  MadilynB. and Erin M. were our number one supports throughout the matches last night.  Keep the positive attitude going girls!

The 7th grade white volleyball team handily defeated Lincoln with the scores of 25-4, 25-4, and 15-5.  The team was led by the sensational serving of Kaylin S. and Felicity M.  Dakota S. was on point with her passing.  Keep up the good work girls!

The Bedford 8th grade red volleyball team won last night at home against Pinckney 25-17, 25-15, 25-19.  Mya K. led the team with 11 service points.  Defensively, Eve F. and Madi G. led the team in digs.  Great team effort.  Go Broncos!

The 7th grade red volleyball team beat the Pirates of Pinckney in three straight games yesterday with scores of 25-13, 25-14, and 25-14.  Victoria G. and Isabella G. led in serving.  Hanna H. had a great defensive game!!!

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE
Bedford's Volley for the Cure Game is not until October, but we have begun to take orders for
 t-shirts.  If you would like to put a loved one's name on the back, "in honor of" or "in memory of", the forms are in the office.  This is for students and staff!  

ELA LAB
Need help with ELA  homework?
Need help with reading or writing for another class? Need to study for an ELA Test or Quiz?
Ask your ELA or homeroom teacher for a pass and come visit Mrs. Knapp in room # 49 during your homeroom 4A or 4B OR Miss Mason in room # 25 during homeroom 5A or 5B for English Lab.  Both teachers will be there to help you!

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CLUB
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting  every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM.  Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.

8TH HOUR
If you need extra help with your homework, plan to attend 8th hour.  8th Hour meets  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:35- 3:25 pm.  Students meet in the front lobby. 
Please be sure to arrange for a ride home if you are planning to attend.  You must have a signed permission slip or note to attend. Permission slips are available in the office.

IF YOU RIDE THE BUS TO SCHOOL . . . 
Attention all students who ride the bus to school in the morning; please walk on the sidewalk closest to the school when you get off your bus.  When you walk too close tot he buses, it creates a safety issue.

DRESS CODE REMINDER
Students, the weather forecast is hot and humid for the next few days.  
Remember: 
Undergarments should not be visible at any time (this includes boxer shorts, briefs, underwear, bras, etc.)
Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh, approximately lower than the palm of the hand.
Low-cut, revealing, bare-midriff tank tops or bare shoulders are not permitted.
Sleeveless tops must be two inches on the shoulder. 


September 2019
23 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
27 PTO Welcome Back Party, 2:30PM - 4:30PM


October 2019
7 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
11 ½ Day for Students, Staff Professional Development Day
14 PTO Meeting 6:00
14 PTO Book Fair During Homeroom
17 7 & 8 Fall Choir Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
21 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
22 6, 7 & 8 Fall Band Concert, 7PM BJHS Gym
24 Picture Retake Day, Lunch Hours
28 6, 7 & 8 Fall Orchestra Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
Have a great day at BJHS!

Announcements - Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Today is the 17th day of school; there are 163 days remaining.


BJHS FUNDRAISER
Our school-wide Fundraiser is happening now! Please support your school by participating either with your order form or registering online. All profit goes directly to activities and materials to support students here at BJHS. Keep selling!!

STUDENT OF THE WEEK  
Congratulations to student of the week Olivia S.  Olivia was nominated by Mrs. Dukate.
Olivia is a hard worker and always looking for ways to get better. After running the 12 minute run she asked if she could redo it during her home room because she thought she could do better. The self motivation and pushing herself to greatness is not often found at this age:)  

MEET YOU AT THE FLAGPOLE
Attention everyone!  HAPPY 25!!! Today at 7:15 a.m., students and staff met around the flagpole in front of our building to pray.  Everyone was invited to help us pray for our school, our community, and our country.  

START WITH HELLO
September 23rd- 27th NJHS will be leading our school in participating in “Start With Hello Week”.  Start With Hello Week is organized by Sandy Hook Promise, a nonprofit organization led by several family members who lost loved ones at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on December 14, 2012.  Based in Newtown, Connecticut, Sandy Hook Promise’s mission is to prevent gun violence BEFORE it happens by teaching youth and adults how to recognize the signs, intervene and get help for individuals who may be at-risk of hurting themselves or others.  Start with Hello teaches students the skills they need to reach out to and include those who may be dealing with chronic social isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness within their school.  Please join us next week as we work to help ALL students at BJHS feel connected by starting with hello and participating in our activities. 

Monday will be “Hey Day” NJHS students will be wearing “Hello my name is” name tags.  Students will wear name tags all day and say hello to someone new!  If you are not a NJHS student and want to participate say hello to an NJHS student and ask for a name tag so you can participate too!  You can also stop by our start with hello week table in the lunchroom to buy a bracelet for $1.00 and get a name tag for hey day!

Tuesday “Random Acts of Kindness Day” - Do something nice for someone!  Be the reason someone smiles today! Share what made you smile today on our smile wall in the lunchroom.

Wednesday We will have a mix it up lunch with “Lifesavers in the lunchroom” Get a lifesaver on your way into lunch then find someone with the same lifesaver flavor as you and invite them to sit with you. Be sure to include everyone at lunch, if you see someone who is sitting alone invite them to sit by you then try out some of the icebreakers on the table to get the conversation going! 

Thursday -  “Compliments Day” - Try and compliment at least three people today!  Not only are compliments appreciated by the receiver, they make the giver feel great too! Compliments are an easy way to connect positively with those around you.  It creates friendships, brightens your day, and feels good!! Let someone know how much you appreciate them, how amazing they are, or thank someone for all they do! Tell them or write a note!

Friday -“Green out” - wear green to show your support for including others and preventing violence before it takes place!
  

VOLLEY FOR THE CURE
Bedford's Volley for the Cure Game is not until October, but we have begun to take orders for
 t-shirts.  If you would like to put a loved one's name on the back, "in honor of" or "in memory of", the forms are in the office.  This is for students and staff!  

CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS
The junior high boys cross country took 2nd out of 10 teams at the SEC Cross Country Jamboree on Tuesday in Dexter.  The guys ran great.  Once again they were led by Simon V. and Aiden O. who were the top 2 finishers for the team.  Jordan B. and Sawyer U. ran personal best times to finish in the top 5 for the team.  7th graders Eli H. and Grant R. ran their best times.  And 6th graders Bandon M., Trent Y., Aaron M., Thomas Y. and Gabe B. all ran great races as well.


ELA LAB
Need help with ELA  homework?
Need help with reading or writing for another class? Need to study for an ELA Test or Quiz?
Ask your ELA or homeroom teacher for a pass and come visit Mrs. Knapp in room # 49 during your homeroom 4A or 4B OR Miss Mason in room # 25 during homeroom 5A or 5B for English Lab.  Both teachers will be there to help you!

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CLUB
Bible Fellowship Club will be meeting  every Thursday after school in room #23 until 3:30PM.  Therefore, everyone must have a ride at 3:30PM.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend.  If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Brown in room #23.

8TH HOUR
If you need extra help with your homework, plan to attend 8th hour.  8th Hour meets  every week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:35- 3:25 pm.  Students meet in the front lobby. 
Please be sure to arrange for a ride home if you are planning to attend.  You must have a signed permission slip or note to attend. Permission slips are available in the office.

IF YOU RIDE THE BUS TO SCHOOL . . . 
Attention all students who ride the bus to school in the morning; please walk on the sidewalk closest to the school when you get off your bus.  When you walk too close tot he buses, it creates a safety issue.

DRESS CODE REMINDER
Students, the weather forecast is hot and humid for the next few days.  
Remember: 
Undergarments should not be visible at any time (this includes boxer shorts, briefs, underwear, bras, etc.)
Skirts and shorts must be mid-thigh, approximately lower than the palm of the hand.
Low-cut, revealing, bare-midriff tank tops or bare shoulders are not permitted.
Sleeveless tops must be two inches on the shoulder. 


September 2019
23 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
27 PTO Welcome Back Party, 2:30PM - 4:30PM


October 2019
7 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
11 ½ Day for Students, Staff Professional Development Day
14 PTO Meeting 6:00
14 PTO Book Fair During Homeroom
17 7 & 8 Fall Choir Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
21 Staff Meeting, 2:40PM, Media Center
22 6, 7 & 8 Fall Band Concert, 7PM BJHS Gym
24 Picture Retake Day, Lunch Hours
28 6, 7 & 8 Fall Orchestra Concert, 7PM BHS Auditorium
Have a great day at BJHS!