Presentation and Q&A with Catherine Steiner-Adair
Presenter: Catherine Steiner-Adair, author of The Big Disconnect
Date: Monday, February 12th
Time: 6:30pm
Where: BHS auditorium
The presentation with Q&A will run approximately 90 minutes.
Welcome to the 2024 BEF Denim and Diamonds Bash! We can’t wait to share an evening of fun and festivity with our friends and supporters. There will be music, dancing, delicious bites, a cash bar, our amazing silent auction, and more. All proceeds from this event – the biggest party of the year for Bedford’s schools – go towards funding creative and innovative grant programs at all four schools. Individual tickets are $55 through Thursday, 3/7 and will go up at the door to $65.
You can also choose to be a “Deep Pocket Donor” for $250. This ticket level includes two individual tickets, a special memento, and entry into a raffle for one prize exclusive to these donors. The deadline to be a Deep Pocket Donor is Sunday, 3/3. It pays to plan ahead, so get your tickets today!
Names for tickets are automatically sent to the BEF, just check in at the door on 3/9! Let’s make this the best Bash yet! Click the link below for all ticket options, and we’ll see you there!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/4ade113a-81b4-4edb-8a98-30ddc5c4876e
The AP Exam registration and payment deadline has passed as of Tuesday, November 14th, 2023. No further exams are able to be ordered at this time. Please note that refunds will no longer be available for canceled exams as of March 1, 2024 through the May exam administration date. Partial refunds are available up until the March 1st deadline.
Should you (or your student) be interested in canceling your exam, you must request a cancellation through Total Registration. Please feel free to contact the AP Coordinator directly with any question you may have at samantha_thyne@bedfordps.org.
Class of 2024
There have been significant issues with the 2024-2025 FASFA. MEFA recently released a podcast that is worth a listen: Keeping Up with the FAFSA's Current Roadblocks
On Wednesday, February 21, 2024 from 4 PM - 5 PM they will be hosting a webinar: Navigating the Challenges and Delays of the New FAFSA
CLICK HERE - For more information and to RSVP
Mid-Year Transcripts and Letters
Term 2 grades were posted on Friday, February 2, 2024. Please make sure you view them as we are in the process of submitting mid-year transcripts (T1 and T2 grades) to your colleges. You do not need to request them, we will send them out automatically.
In addition, letters regarding mid year updates have been emailed. Information about transcripts and next steps are included in the letter for your review. Please reach out if you have any questions or did not receive an email from Ms. Duran.
Class of 2025
Counselors met with Juniors during FLEX last week regarding post-secondary planning options. We encourage all juniors to make appointments through each counselor’s unique youcanbookme.com site to discuss their plans. For your convenience, there are QR codes by the counseling door that will take you directly to each counselor’s calendar. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join.
Parents/Caregivers for the Class of 2025, thank you for joining us on Thursday, February 1st (at BHS and on Base). We hope you found the information helpful. While we know this process can be overwhelming we are here to support you and the students through it all. In addition to the links below, the presentation along with a transcript of the Q+A has been posted on the BHS counseling website and Google Classroom.
Junior Parent/Caregiver Night Presentation
Junior Parent/Caregiver Night Q&A
Course Selection Information
Academic Advising for the 2024-2025 school year will begin the week of February 12, 2024. Counselors will meet with students in small groups and individually to discuss their courses for the next school year. The schedule will go as follows:
Class of 2025: February 12th - February 16th
Class of 2026: February 26th - March 1st
Class of 2027: March 4th - 8th
Please stay tuned for more information.
When calling the absence line please state if your student is ill or not ill.
Absence Line: (781)918-4561
or select #1 from the main menu of (781)275-1700
Information Regarding Health Screenings in February
Hearing/Vision Screening & Height/Weight/BMI Screening for 10th Graders
During February, 10th grade students will have hearing and vision screening done in the health office. Parents will be notified if further evaluation is necessary by their physician. Height, weight and BMI will be checked at the same time.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health requires the annual height and weight screening protocols to include the calculation of a Body Mass Index (BMI) and percentile for grades 1,4,7, and 10. Each child’s height and weight will be used to calculate their BMI. The results will be kept confidential in each student’s school health record.
BMI is a “weight for height for age” index that can be a useful tool in early identification of possible health risk factors among children and youth. Please feel free to contact Annmarie_Vaughan@bedfordps.org with any questions you may have about the BMI screening and if you prefer to have your student opt out of the screening. -Thank you
BHSPA Grants for the BHS Community
As part of our mission to contribute to different initiatives, programs, and events that impact the students, faculty, staff, and supporting the community at BHS, the BHSPA has many events that we regularly fund and support. We also invite faculty, student groups, and individuals to submit grant requests for special projects, programs, and tools that will have a positive impact on the BHSPA community. If you have an idea to propose, please download, fill out the application and follow the instructions.
Come and discuss special education programming in Bedford and how we can best support our children.
Thurs, Feb 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Thurs, Mar 14, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Wed, Apr 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM with guest Marianne Vines
Thurs, May 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4172275285?pwd=OTZaeHZOM3lSY1h4Z0J5SndVMTk0Zz09
Meeting ID: 417 227 5285
Passcode: 333333
Bedford SEPAC (special education parent advisory council) is a volunteer group of parents/caregivers that work to provide networking and support for Bedford parents/caregivers of children receiving special education services. In conjunction, they work closely with the school administration on special education needs and concerns. All are welcome!
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BEDFORDMASEPAC/
Webpage: Bedfordsepac.com
Get dismissed? Please bring a note to the main office in the morning. (or call 781-918-4561) Students will be given a dismissal pass to show the teacher and head right out of class at the dismissal time. This helps us to reduce the number of class disruptions.
Get a locker? Your Advisor will supply you with a lock. You will select a locker, then your Advisor will record your locker number and combination just in case you forget it. It happens!
Get a Parking Sticker? The Parking Sticker application may be found here.
Get my Aspen ID? If you need your ID or are having trouble logging in please contact tech_support@bedfordps.org
Find my lost items? The lost and found bin can be found in the student office.
Pick up a dropped off item? We encourage you to try to meet your student after school for the items but in the event that does not work please leave items on the table right inside the vestibule. (Parents/Guardians, please label item your dropping with name) Please note; we do not interrupt classes for drop offs. Students can check for the item dropped off in between classes and at lunch.
Bedford High School Parent/Guardian & Student Sign off Agreement Form here
Find out more about grading and courses? You may find this and many other helpful pieces of information in your Program of Studies found here
The 2023-24 Bus Routes have been posted on the Transportation Web Page
Know who to contact for help? (please see page 6)
Bedford High School
Bedford High School Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:45am - 2:24pm
Wednesday 7:45 am - 12:55 pm
9 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730
Phone: 781-275-1700
Absence Line: 781-918-4561
Fax: 781-275-6664