
Hall's Corner
April 1, 2022
Dear BHS Families and Students
There is only ONE week left in quarter three. Quarter three officially ends on April 11, 2022. Grades will be available on the Parent/Student Portal on April 28, 2022. Please talk to your child about how they are doing, check SchoolTool for running averages, and contact your student’s teachers if you have any questions or concerns about their courses. Students may seek out help from their teachers during FLEX, common free periods, or by appointment.
Be well!
T. Hall
Brighton High School Presents Chicago: Teen Edition
Chicago: Teen Edition
Based on the book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse and featuring
music by John Kander.
Public performances of the show are April 8 & 9 at 7PM in the BHS Auditorium.
Tickets are $12 for reserved seating and can be purchased online at showtix4u.com
Please note the recommended for ages are 14 and up.
BHS cast includes: Lea Mancarella, Gracie Conn, Jamie Falkovich, Hope Galloway, Hugh Finnigan, Sydney Zobel, Sophie Hilger, Casey Howe, Ava Cuchiarale, Aurora Cabral, Jordyn Chalmers
Ensemble: Chad Asante, Jac Burch, Zoe Dale, Lily Fitzpatrick, Christopher Kilbridge, Delaney McGowan,
Maya Seltzer-Clinton, Kristen Waltz, Sasha Williams, Julia Winter
Assistant Director: Naomi Marx
Dance Assistants: Kristen Waltz, Delaney McGowan
Junior Newsletter
Looking for parent volunteers
We are looking for parent and family volunteers for our teacher interview committees! We will have positions posted in all four of our school buildings and anticipate a variety of opportunities will be available. Training will be provided to all volunteers. If you are interested in being a part of our parent interview committee pool please complete this link by Friday, April 8.
Looking for Student Volunteers
Student Volunteers for Faculty Interview Committees
We are looking for student volunteers for our teacher interview committees taking place this spring!
Training will be provided to all volunteers before interviews begin this May – June in 2022.
If you are interested in being a part of our student interview committee pool, please complete this form by Friday, April 8, 2022. We will select interview committee members from this pool of students.
Please see the General Outline of the Process and Time Commitment before completing survey.
CLICK here to take the survey!
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND END OF THE YEAR SCHEDULE
Save the Dates! The End of the Year Looks Like...
Spring Fest
- May 27
- June 14th
Regents and Local Final Exams
- June 15th – June 23rd
NO School or Exams
- June 20th for Celebration of Juneteenth
Faculty Day ONLY
- June 24th
Summer Begins for Students
- June 24th
Summer School Begins (for kids needing summer classes)
- July 6th
Attention Class of 2022
Check out the updated Timeline of Senior Events
Class of 2022 Upcoming EventsAttention Class of 2023
TOPICS COVERED IN TODAY'S HALL'S CORNER
Students in The News - So Much to Applaud, Check It Out!
BHS Bookstore is now on Instagram
Mountain Bound Program
In Counseling
Athletic News
Calendar of Future Events – Check this out!
- New Entrance/Exit Procedures & Open Campus Reminders
- Driving to School Reminders for Student Drivers
Rochester Peer Tutoring
FEV Tutoring Support
Safe Schools Helpline
STUDENTS IN THE NEWS; MAKING BHS PROUD!
Key Club Leadership Training Conference
At the annual New York District Key Club Leadership Training Conference this past weekend, Dhaanya Ghanta was recognized as a Distinguished Lieutenant Governor of the Finger Lakes/Genesee Division. This means she excelled in her communication with clubs, presidents, and Kiwanis throughout her term. She also facilitated a workshop on Key Partners of Key Club and coordinated Key Club members making no-slip socks at the conference.
In addition, Yanisa Chaisomboonpan was installed as the incoming Lieutenant Governor of the Finger Lakes/Genesee Division.
Elena Fuentes-Solano, Qariza Rafa-Vidya, and Nicolette Hagen were able to support our LTGs, learn new things from attending several workshops, and network with other Key Club members throughout the state.
The BHS Bookstore is on Instagram!
BHS Bookstore is now on Instagram. Be sure to follow is at bhs.bookstore to keep up on the latest Bruin merchandise deals and discounts.
Every Monday morning, there will be a random trivia question ... the 1st 10 people to come into room 275 with the answer will receive outstanding discounts!
Mountain Bound
The Brighton High School Mountain Bound program will be traveling up to the Adirondacks this summer for its annual five-day adventure, from July 8th to July 22nd. This year’s program involves white water rafting, canoeing, hiking, swimming, stargazing, and some very exciting team building games. No prior camping experience in necessary, there are multiple levels of difficulty within each activity to challenge the first-time camper and the experienced hiker. If you are interested, would like more information, or have questions please contact Mr. Porta (jamie_porta@bcsd.org) for an information packet.
IN COUNSELING
Junior Family Night
Counseling Groups are Back
March: Counseling Corner
BHS Jobs Board
Summer Continuing Education Classes Available
Class of 2O23 students: Register now for a summer class!
- Writing Your College Application Essay- This summer's enrichment class is designed to help students write the college essay, generate ideas for short answer questions and provide an overview of how to address the entire college application. Multiple one week session are offered trough RevTrak . Click here for more information.
- SAT Prep Class- Prepare for the May and June SAT test with a SAT Prep class. This prep class will help you become comfortable with your exam's format and style and provide tips for achieving your most successful outcome. You will practice the three sections of the exam, Reading, Writing & Language, and Math, and take at least one practice exam in class. Click here for more information.
ATHLETICS
Check out this website for the most up to date athletic schedules
Follow Brighton Sports on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/BCSDSports
Calendar of Events
New Procedures for Students/Visitor Entering BHS after 7:40 AM
Starting on Monday, February 7, 2022, DOOR 20 (near tennis courts) will be accessible by students and visitors from 7:00 AM to 7:40 AM. After 7:40 AM, students and visitors will need to enter & exit through Door 1 ONLY (Winton Road entrance).
Students/visitors with mobility and accessibility needs will continue to enter through door 20.
Students will be required to sign out of the building at DOOR 1 (not DOOR 20) during free periods and for all appointments taking place during the school day. Students with appointments will be given a pass at the attendance office to show security at DOOR 1. After 2:47 PM, DOOR 20 will be accessible to all students and visitors.
Students are NOT allowed to leave campus during FLEX unless they have an approved appointment. A TENT will constructed behind BHS in April.
Open Campus Reminders & Updates
BHS has had an open campus policy for over 50 years, due to its unique location in Brighton and for being so close to 12 Corners businesses. OPEN CAMPUS is available to ALL students periods 5-7. Students with free periods during this time are welcome to leave campus and walk to 12 Corners businesses for lunch. Our 12 Corners businesses love seeing our students, but they do not want to deal with issues or misbehaviors on a daily basis. OPEN CAMPUS is a privilege and not a right. Students needing additional academic supports and/or having behavioral issues may have their open campus privileges revoked.
Students will be required to sign out of the building at DOOR 1 (not DOOR 20) during free periods and for all appointments taking place during the school day. They will also be required to sign back in at DOOR 1.
As of February 7, 2022, OPEN CAMPUS for SENIORS ONLY will be extended to periods 1-3, in addition to 5-7 as a test pilot. Student drivers are not allowed to transport other students in cars during the school day (7:40 AM to 2:47 PM) and students are NOT allowed to ride in other student’s cars off campus during the school day. Students found violating this policy, drivers or passengers, will lose open campus privileges and may also lose driving privileges. We do NOT permit student drivers to transport other students during the school day. Students with appointments during the school day must sign out in the attendance office first, and then provide a pass to security at Door 1.
During periods 4, FLEX, and 8, the campus is closed and students should remain on the high school campus. The campus borders extend to the creek, the back fields, and Winton Road.
IMPORTANT – Families not wanting their students to sign out of the building for OPEN CAMPUS, may contact their child’s assistant principal to eliminate their ability to sign out.
- Students with last names A-G, Mr. Comeau at matt_comeau@bcsd.org or 242-5000 ext. 0
- Students with last names H-O, Ms. Mosher at Teresa_mosher@bcsd.org or 242-5000 ext. 0
- Students with last names P-Z, Ms. Edwards at Ashley_edwards@bcsd.org or 242-5000 ext. 0
Driving to School Reminders – please review with your students
Rochester Peer Tutoring is looking for more tutors
Rochester Peer Tutoring's mission is to connect students to peers who can to provide struggling students with extra support.
If anyone has any questions or concerns, feel free to email us at rocpeertutor@gmail.com.
Co-founders, Delia Zhangfeng and Bhuvana Chimmiri.
FEV Tutoring Support for 3-12 grade students
This school year, Brighton has chosen to partner with FEV Tutor to provide you with free, school-sponsored, 1:1 online tutoring as a support. This virtual service will be available to students from 3pm-10pm daily and also on weekends as needed.
If you have any questions about this free virtual tutoring program, please contact FEV Tutor directly at: support@fevtutor.com or call 855-763-2607. FEV's Support Team is happy to answer any questions and work with you to create a personalized tutoring experience that best suits your learner!
Are you wondering how to help your child get started? Click this link to learn more: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CQd96eSEuYLIhdszrn4AM18mpz4GKxCq/view
SAFESCHOOLS HELPLINE 1-800-418-6423 ext. 359
Examples of safety concerns that you may want to report anonymously include:
- potential acts or threats of violence
- weapons
- sexual harassment/abuse/assault
- bullying/cyber bullying
- concern for someone’s mental or emotional health and well-being
- concerns about suicide/students making concerning comments about hurting themselves
- drug or alcohol use/abuse
- theft
You may also submit an anonymous report through the Safe School website at www.safeschoolhelpline.com or via text by messaging 66746 and
then typing “TIPS” to begin the reporting process.