BHS Newsletter

As we head into November, we’re reminded of all we have to be grateful for, especially the partnership we share with each of you in supporting our students' growth and success. We’re excited to share updates, upcoming events, and a glimpse of what’s ahead!

We’re already halfway through the semester. It’s a great time for students to reflect on their progress, set new goals, and make the most of the support available as we head into the second half of the semester.

Thank you for being an essential part of our BHS community,

Amy Levonian

BHS Principal

Reminder that there will be no school from Wednesday, November 27th, through Friday, November 29th, for Thanksgiving break. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd. Wishing you and your families a wonderful holiday!

As a reminder, every other Wednesday, all BASD schools will have a late start. We will have 2 late starts in the month of November: November 6th and November 20th. You can find the BHS Bell Schedule here. For the complete listing of all late start days, please see the BASD Family Calendar 2024-2025.

This year, we’re excited to have introduced a Flex period into our schedule, designed to support student academic growth, enrichment, and personalized learning. During Flex, students have the opportunity to access targeted help, engage in enrichment activities, or work on assignments, helping them stay on top of their studies and manage their time effectively. Both students and teachers are using the Occumize platform to organize meetings and make the most of this dedicated time.

Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with students sharing that Flex gives them valuable time to receive support and deepen their learning. We’re thrilled to see the impact Flex is already having and look forward to continued success.

We're excited to share the Burlington High School Profile! This document showcases our mission statement, academic offerings, leadership staff, sports, clubs, activities, and career pathways.

Safety within our schools is a priority for the Burlington Area School District. As part of our safety plan, October was school safety month, where we practiced one of these drills per week: tornado, fire, run/evacuate, hide, fight. In doing so, we ensured our staff are discussing and practicing safety protocols with all of our students. We are extremely proud of how our staff and students handled the drills all month!

We hope you found our fall Parent Teacher Conferences last month to be helpful in supporting your student’s success. To continue improving our efforts, we would love to hear your feedback! Please take a few minutes to complete a brief survey and share your thoughts on how conferences went.

Your input is valuable and will help us better meet your needs in the future.

We hope everyone had a fantastic time at last month's Homecoming! Click HERE to check out and order some awesome action shots from the Pep Rally!

A huge thank you to After the Dash for making last month's Anti-Bullying assembly possible! Our BHS freshmen, DRIVEN, and NHS students played an incredible role in leading this important conversation. The assembly focused on the impact of our words and the language we use—reminding us all how powerful and lasting our words can be. Let’s continue working together to create a positive and supportive environment for everyone.

Congratulations to the incredible cohort of 10 students who have successfully completed the Gateway Nursing Assistant course in BHS’s very own nursing skills lab! Your hard work and dedication have brought you this far, and we couldn’t be more proud. As you prepare to sit for your Certified Nursing Assistant exams (also here at BHS), we wish you the best of luck! Soon, you’ll be out serving our community and making a positive impact in the healthcare field.

These students are paving the way for future cohorts to follow in your footsteps. We are excited for another section of 10 students next semester!

In October, the FFA finished their first major project of the year, Food For America! This nationwide event is all about teaching our elementary students where their food comes from.

Thanks to the incredible support from our district and the Schaal Family Dairy Farm, we welcomed nearly all of BASD's 4th graders for an unforgettable day on the farm! With 8 interactive stations, our high school members—nearly 40 strong—worked hard to guide the students as they learned about milk production and the animals that call the farm home.

Our BASD Social Workers put together the School Social Workers Corner with lots of useful updates and resources. Click here to check it out!

Click here for a flyer on a 3-part series presentation by Dr. Mervin Langley on "Helping Children and Adolescents with ADHD". Although it is not required for individuals to attend all 3, each presentation will build on the prior one. The topics for the 3 presentations are:

• Session 1 - Nov. 7th 6:30pm-8pm: Key Aspects of ADHD: What is/What is not ADHD?
• Session 2 - Nov. 14th 6:30pm-8pm: Practical Self-Regulation and Executive Functioning Tools for Home and School
• Session 3 - Nov. 21st 6:30pm-8pm: Helping Children with ADHD-related Anxiety, Depression, and Oppositional Defiant Behaviors

There will be both an in-person and a virtual attendance option. Pre-registration is necessary to receive the virtual link or to ensure there are enough hand-outs for those attending in-person.

Community Connections is new to BASD, with the purpose to have a monthly meeting where anyone in the Community can come and learn about the Burlington Area School District. We encourage families to attend any and all sessions that are of interest, with the next one coming up on November 13th, focusing on Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and District Report Cards.

BASD is collaborating with Racine County Public Health, Racine Unified School District, and NAMI Racine County, to sponsor our first Youth Mental Health Resource Fair. By offering this Youth Mental Health Resource Fair, we are showcasing and highlighting a variety of mental health and wellness services and supports that are available for YOUTH in the community.

We are thrilled to invite you to Gateway Technical College's Apprenticeship Open House & Career Fair! This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone interested in exploring the world of apprenticeships, connecting with employers, and learning about valuable resources. Plus, it's free to attend!

• Elkhorn Campus: Wednesday, Nov 20th, 3 PM - 6 PM (*Note this date has been changed)

• SC Johnson iMET Center: Thursday, Nov 21st, 3 PM - 6 PM

What to Expect:

• Meet Employers: Connect with apprenticeship employers and sponsors looking to recruit new talent.

• Learn About Apprenticeships: Discover the benefits of bridging Youth Apprenticeship to Registered Apprenticeship.

• Resources and Support: The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and Gateway's Career and Employment Services will be on hand to support apprenticeship sponsors in their recruitment efforts.

Click here to register!

BHS's Demon Closet is where students can access school supplies, clothes, hygiene products, snacks, and other food items. It is completely funded by generous donations from community members, businesses, and BASD families and friends. We are currently in need of donations to help support this cause. If you are able to lend a hand, please consider checking out our Amazon wish list. Every contribution, no matter how big or small, makes a huge difference in the lives of our students.

Donations purchased off of the Amazon wish list can be sent directly to BHS for your convenience. Together, we can ensure that the Demon Closet remains a valuable resource for our students. Thank you for your unwavering support!

For questions, please feel free to reach out to Julia Fewell, School Social Worker, at jfewell@basd.k12.wi.us.

• Cross-Country: Hosted the SLC Conference Meet at the BASD School Forest, a unique setting for a cross-country meet.

• Girls Volleyball: won a WIAA Regional Match over the Kenosha Indian Trail.

• Boys Volleyball: earned a WIAA Sectional runner-up.

• Soccer: Finished the season at 11-5-2, the highest winning percentage in program history. The team also won its first home regional playoff game.

• Football: Finished the season 6-4 and qualified for the WIAA playoffs for the 7th year.

• Golf: Macie Plitzuweit finished a strong season and qualified for the WIAA sectional meet, finishing just one stroke short of qualifying for state.

• Grace Debbink (Soccer) and Micah Daubner (Soccer, Football, and Baseball) were recognized by the Racine Country Sports Hall of Fame as the 2024 Racine County Scholar Athletes.

• Girls Tennis: Holly Adamek qualified for the WIAA Sectional Meet

• One Act Play qualified for the sectional performance.

• Orchestra, Band, and Choir performed at their Fall Concert.

• David Sheffer was recognized for his 50 years of service as a Football Team Manager.
  
• A Lynch sign was put in place outside the athletic complex. Lynch was a significant contributor to the Romo Field Project in 2022.
  

Mrs. Laura Stutzman (A-Go) - Laura Stutzman

Mr. Tim Kujawa (Gr-N) - Tim Kujawa

Mrs. Kristen Schiappacasse (O-Z) - Kristen Schiappacasse

Please feel free to reach out to your assigned counselor at any time.

Visit the BHS Helpful Links and Resources website for an abundance of resources including: college admissions organizer, college search guide, Senior College Admission checklist/timelines, and essay assistance.

In 2024, BASD Foundation was founded by dedicated community members who are passionate about supporting our schools. The Foundation creates an opportunity for individuals, families, or businesses to seamlessly offer monetary donations to the Burlington Area School District while reducing any additional responsibilities on district employees and benefitting the donor with a tax deduction. We are committed to serving both students and district staff, offering support allowing them to reach their full potential.

If you are in need of financial support to pay for student fees or would like to donate, please visit the BASD Foundation Website.