Brunswick High School Newsletter!
November 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,
As we begin the second grading period, I want to take a moment to celebrate our students' progress. It is also the time remind everyone that report cards have been posted in ProgressBook. I ask that you check your child’s grades, identify areas of success, praise their strengths and focus on ways that we can support any struggles.
Parent Teacher conferences are Tuesday, November 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and
from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Conferences are in person and are on a first come first serve basis. From 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., no conferences will be held to provide a lunch break for all staff. If you have specific questions and need to schedule a conference, please email your child's teacher. Emails can be found using this link: Staff Email Again, it is on a first come basis. It is a great opportunity to meet with the teachers and discuss grades, progress, and resources they can provide. We look forward to seeing you at conferences.
Here are a few ways you can help your child succeed:
Review Grades Together: Sit down with your child to review their grades. Celebrate their achievements and discuss any subjects where they might be facing challenges.
Set Goals: Encourage your child to set realistic academic goals for this upcoming grading period.
Open Communication: Talk with your child to help them with discussing their school experiences. Regular check-ins can help them articulate their needs and feelings about their studies.
Support Resources: Talk about available resources, such as tutoring or checking with their teacher for additional help.
Encourage Time Management: Help your child create a balanced schedule that includes time for homework, extracurricular activities, work and relaxation. Good time management can significantly impact their performance.
Your involvement makes a difference in your child’s educational journey. Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we strive for a successful second grading period.
Thank you for your continued partnership,
Mr. Keith Merrill
Principal
Brunswick High School
330-273-0495 option 8
@BCSDBrunswickHS
@BHSMerrill
Brunswick High School Athletic Events
Mr. Jim Kovi
Athletic Director
Phone: 330-273-0496
Email: jkovi@bcsoh.org
Ms. Athena Fleming
Athletic Secretary
Phone 330.273.0496
Email: afleming@bcsoh.org
Senior Yearbook Pictures
IMPORTANT information regarding senior photos and yearbook. Please read all the way through, make a plan to have your Senior Picture taken!
- ALL SENIORS MUST BE PHOTOGRAPHED by Cavanaugh Photography by December 16, 2024 to be included in the yearbook and on the class composite.
- Cavanaugh Photography will hold two Senior Mini Sessions on October 11th and 12th at BHS. This is ABSOLUTELY FREE for all seniors. This picture will be the one used in the yearbook and families will have an opportunity to purchase the pictures. Please sign up for your spot here.
- If you cannot make the mini sessions, please call Cavanaugh Photography Studios to schedule an appointment to get photographed before Dec 16th. (440) 973-4390
- Yearbooks can be ordered at this link: Order your 2025 yearbook here!
If you have any questions, please contact, Mrs. Pinkerman at Cpinkerman@bcsoh.org
Cell Phone & Earbuds Policy
Cell Phone & Earbuds Policy
In an academic period/classroom, the expectation is cell phones and earbuds will be off. Teachers may utilize the classroom pocket chart to store phones. Students are not permitted to wear earbuds during an academic period/classroom during the day (earbuds will be stored out of sight in the personal backpack, pocket etc.)
Students leaving to go to the restroom, will not be permitted to take their cell phone with them. Cell phones remaining in the classroom will reduce distractions during instruction, taking pictures of other students during class, academic integrity, helps students disconnect from social media while increasing student engagement and achievement.
With Brunswick High School being a 1:1 school (all students have school issued Chromebooks), student’s personal cell phone devices aren’t necessary to be engaged in learning or to complete classwork. If a student needs to call home, they can report to the nearest office.
I ask for your support by talking with your child(ren) about the cell phone policy, expectations, the importance of being engaged in their learning, and to help ensure their academic success. I also ask that our parents are guardians refrain from texting and calling your child during school hours.
Start of the Year Information and Important Links
- BHS 2024-25 Homeroom List
- Final Forms Make sure to update contact your information, emergency contacts, etc.
- New student parking location, arrival and dismissal traffic patterns, parent drop off back west and center lot, and new one way exit on Boyer during dismissal.
- BCSD 2024-25 School Calendar
- PaySchools Parent Registration - Point of Sales Payment System for Lunch/Breakfast
- Free & Reduced Lunch Application
- Opt-In Transportation Link Complete if your family will be riding a bus to school
BHS SAT, PSAT, & EOC/OST Transportation and Final Exam Changes
Just a reminder that the transportation changes set last year for the PSAT, SAT, Midterms, Final Exams, and Senior Exams are in place. Please reference the letters linked below for the remainder of this year and every year moving forward.
See Something, Hear Something, Say Something
The Brunswick City School District encourages students, teachers, staff, parents and other members of our community to report any instances of potential violence, bullying, self-harm or any other issue where our students may be at risk. Information about the SaferSchools Tip Line can be found on the Brunswick City Schools webpage. The Brunswick City School District partners with SaferSchools Ohio to provide our families with a free resource for keeping our schools safe. The anonymous tip line service helps alert local law enforcement to potential school safety crisis. By calling or texting the statewide tip line (844-SAFEROH), you can report anything that is suspicious or endangering to you, your friends or your school. The SaferSchools Tip Line accepts calls and texts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Thank you for keeping our Brunswick Community SAFE.
Upcoming dates to remember:
District & BHS Calendar of Events All Building. Quick event check to see what is happening around the district in all schools! Great one stop check for parents, guardians, and students.
*Dates, times, and locations can change. Please check newsletter for updates.
NOVEMBER
11/4 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
11/5 Parent/Teacher Conferences Times 10-1pm and from 2-6pm
11/7 Picture Retake Day. 7-11:00 a.m.
11/7-1st Grade Performance- BHS Theater Department Fall Children's Play Wolf Tales!
11/8- BHS Theater Department Fall Children's Play Wolf Tales! 6:00 PM PAC
11/9- BHS Theater Department Fall Children's Play, Wolf Tales! 1:00 PM PAC
11/12-11/15 MCCC Road Show 10th Grade
11/27 - 29 Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
DECEMBER
12/14 Craft Fair - East Cafeteria
12/18 BHS Exams Adjusted Schedule
12/19 BHS Exams Adjusted Schedule
12/20 BHS Exams Adjusted Schedule
12/20 End of Second Quarter
12/23-1/6/2025 WINTER BREAK - Happy Holidays!
JANUARY
1/6 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
1/7 Students return from Winter Break and report to homeroom
1/20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day - NO SCHOOL
1/30 Excellence Celebration from 6:00-9:00 PM located in the PAC
1/31 Blood Drive West Gym
FEBRUARY
2/4 Parent/Teacher Conferences from 4:15-7:15 p.m.
2/14 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
2/17 President’s Day - NO SCHOOL
2/24 Family First Night
MARCH
3/13 End of Third quarter
3/14 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
3/24-3/28 Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
APRIL
4/15 SAT All 11th Grade Students (Dismissed after testing)
4/15 ELA II EOC Part 1 all 10th Grade Students (Dismissed after testing) OST
4/16 ELA II EOC Part 2 all 10th Grade Students (Delayed Start) OST
4/18 NO SCHOOL
4/21 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
4/23 Biology EOC Part 1 and Part 2 OST
4/24 American History and Government EOC, Part 1 and Part 2 OST
4/29 Algebra and Geometry EOC and EOC Part 1 OST
4/30 Algebra and Geometry EOC and EOC Part 2 OST
*OST Ohio State Testing
MAY
5/10 Prom at Encore in Strongsville
5/15 Senior Awards 7:00 p.m. James J. Hayas Performing Arts Center (PAC)
5/22 Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony is at 7:00 p.m. at the Stadium
5/26 Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
5/27 BHS Exams
5/28 BHS Exams
5/29 BHS Exams
5/29 End of fourth quarter - Last day for students
5/30 Last day for Teachers
