THE LEAD DOG

Students, Parents, Faculty, and Staff,

This past week, I witnessed several rewards of hard work, passion, and dedication for some of our students, teachers, coaches, and directors. The Greyhound Marching Band performed at the Area Marching contest, FFA students competed in Leadership events, the Hound football team secured a playoff birth, and our Boys Cross Country team got 2nd place at the 5A UIL State Meet. These are a few of the many successes we get to experience throughout the school year.

As I am obviously proud of these accomplishments, along with the many that have occurred and will occur this year, the point of recognizing it this week is to realize it doesn't "just happen." It reminds me of the great Vince Lombardi's quote, "The man on the top of the mountain didn't just fall there." These students and campus leaders have not just put in hours of time and work but, for many of them, years. Students' experiences in these activities are the closest thing to real life we can share with them. Please continue encouraging your students to find activities and organizations to participate in. These are important in the education of your student. The more experiences they have, the better.

I'll leave you with this quote for this week: "The big-time is not a place, it's the state of your heart. It's not something you get, it's something you become." - Frosty Westering

GO BE "BIG-TIME" IN WHATEVER YOU DESIRE!!!

"Everyone has a role in our students' education... the students, teachers and staff, the parents, and the community... Go Hounds!"

***To keep up with everything "Boerne HS," please check our school website and your school email periodically. Also, follow Boerne HS on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for the latest updates.***

Shane Wilson

Boerne HS

Principal

As we progress through the year, parents and guardians remember:

It is important that you understand attendance, check-out procedures, returning of doctor and parent notes, different types of absences, how they count, etc. See this link and review the Boerne High School Attendance Guidelines and Procedures.

The 2024-2025 Boerne ISD Student Handbook, beginning on page 15, also details "Compulsory Attendance" and absence guidelines and procedures. Click here for the link to the Boerne ISD Student Handbook.

• November 7th - The last Picture Retakes. This is your last chance to get into the Yearbook. (see below for info)
• November 9th to 11th - BHS Theater presents "The Red Velvet Cake Tour" (see below for info)
• November 11th to 18th - Boerne HS Band Annual Silent Auction
• November 14th - Boerne HS Chick-Fil-A Day (see below for info)
• November 14th - Boerne HS Athletics "Signing Day"
• November 20th - TSI testing (see below for info)
• November 21st - College, Career, & Military Fair (see below for info)
• November 25th to 29th - Thanksgiving Break
• December 5th - Dual Credit Night (see below for info)

• December 18th to 20th - Fall Semester Exam Finals (see schedule below)

• December 23rd to January 10th - Student Holiday

• The Boerne HS Boys Cross Country team, fresh off a successful Regional Meet in Corpus Christi, traveled to the 5A UIL State Meet in Round Rock at Old Settler's Park this past Saturday. They ran a phenomenal race and took 2nd place in Class 5A at the State Meet! Congratulations Hounds!!!
• The Greyhound Football team traveled to SA McCollum and completely dominated the Cowboys in a 50-0 win. The Hounds are 6-3 on the year and 4-1 in district play. This week, they will host Kerrville. The winner will be in 2nd place in the district and host the first-round playoff game against a Corpus Christi team. Kickoff on Friday is at 7 pm. Go Hounds Go!

• The swim team competed this past weekend at the David Johnson Fall Classic Swim Invite, which had a great turnout. Congratulations to Lauren Summers for breaking the Boerne HS Girls 100-yard breaststroke record!

• The Boerne High Volleyball team hosted New Braunfels HS last week for Senior Night and Teacher Appreciation Night. They came away with an exciting victory over the Unicorns in 5 sets to complete their season. They finished the season at 22-14 on the year and 7-9 in the district.
• Girls basketball hosted SA Antonian last week and came up short. They will host SA Holmes on Tuesday and SA Churchill on Friday this week. Good luck ladies!
• Boys basketball had successful scrimmages this past Saturday. They will continue scrimmaging this week and start games this weekend, traveling to SA Highlands HS on Saturday. Good luck boys!
• The Boerne HS Courtyard Project is finally complete, and we have been enjoying our new, improved, and updated courtyard. This area will be used for breakfast and lunch, and teachers may use it for class time. It's beautiful, and we can't wait for you to see it. Check out some pictures our AAVTC students took with the drone and their cameras below.

In just a few days, the Boerne High School Theatre Department will present The Red Velvet Cake War! A riotously funny Southern-fried comedy focusing on the wildly eccentric Verdeens as they gather on the hottest day of July, smack-dab in the middle of Texas tornado season. Things spin hilariously out of control when a neighbor’s pet devours everything edible, a one-eyed suitor shows up to declare his love and a jaw-dropping high-stakes wager is made on who bakes the best red velvet cake. As this fast-paced romp barrels toward its uproarious climax, you’ll wish your own family reunions were this much fun!

We hope to see you all there!

Saturday, November 9th at 2:00pm and 7:00pm

Sunday, November 10th at 2:00pm

Monday, November 11th at 7:00pm - *Students get in free with a BISD ID

Boerne ISD families,

I am excited to announce that the referral window for the Gifted and Talented program will be open from November 15th to December 17th. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to nominate your child for consideration in our Gifted and Talented program, which is designed to provide advanced educational opportunities for students who demonstrate exceptional abilities.

If you believe your child would benefit from this program, please take the time to submit a referral during this window. Additional information about the process, including the referral link, can be found on the district’s Advanced Academics website linked here.

I encourage you to reach out with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the referral process. Thank you for your continued support in fostering our students’ growth and potential.


Best regards,
Christine Poulis
Director of Advanced Academics

As we are just past the midpoint of the Fall semester, it's a great time to reflect on your progress and set goals for the remainder of the school year. Our counseling office is here to support you in every step of your academic journey. As always, we encourage our students to reach out or come by our office anytime their schedule allows.

Counseling Office Update: We are thankful that Susan Collentine joined our office as a substitute counselor this fall. Mrs. Collentine was a counselor at BMS-North and has a recent Boerne High School graduate. Mrs. Collentine will be assisting us in the counseling office to continue to meet the needs of our students and families. Welcome, Mrs. Collentine!

All grades: If you are needing to TSI test for Dual Credit or CCMR- Scan the QR code below or click the link here

TSI Testing dates: Remaining Fall Testing Dates: November 20 and December 11. Scan the QR code in the counseling office to register. You may pay in our office or on RevTrak $15 for the full TSI.

Seniors:

• If you need your official transcript, please come to the counseling office to get a transcript request form. All transcripts have to be requested through the front office. Counselors can provide you with a copy of your unofficial transcript.
• You’ll need to log into College Board to send your SAT scores to the colleges you are applying to.
• If you need a letter of recommendation, please pick up a Senior Resume Packet in the counseling office and allow at least two weeks for your letter to be written.

Our alphabet splits are listed below. If you haven’t met your school counselor yet, please reach out so we can make that welcome more personable.

Oneida Sitterle – A-Ga oneida.sitterle@boerneisd.net

Andrea Aldrete: Ge-N andrea.aldrete@boerneisd.net

Heather Shannon: O-Z heather.shannon@boerneisd.net

Judi Noland: Counselor Secretary Judith.noland@boerneisd.net

Students: Join the counselor’s Google Classroom – use the codes below!

Families are encouraged to complete the application for Free and Reduced-Price School Meals available here or return the completed paper form to any campus office.

To view the complete free and reduced lunch letter please see below.

The "Greyhound Athletic Booster Club" (GABC) supports all athletic teams at Boerne High School, working to help our student-athletes achieve their best and make the most of their high school athletic careers. Championships are earned by teams committed to excellence and benefit from complete “buy-in” and support from the student-athletes, coaches, student body, administrators, parents, and community.

By becoming a member of the GABC, you not only support the Boerne High School Athletic Department, individual sport programs, coaches, parents, and student athletes, but you also make a smart financial move. All contributions, donations, sponsorships, and memberships are considered charitable contributions and are tax-deductible. So, avoid the lines and hassle of writing another check and register online. Click on the tab below to go to the website and become a member!

Dear Ag Families,

We are excited to invite you to some wonderful events this fall! It’s the perfect time to come together, celebrate, and support our incredible teachers and FFA students. Mark your calendars and join us! Click on the links for sign ups and more information.

Upcoming Events:

🍂 Friendsgiving Social
📅 Monday, November 4th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Boerne High School Cafeteria
Join us for a fun evening of fellowship and food! Let’s celebrate the season together as a Boerne FFA family.

🏈 FFA Tailgate
📅 Friday, November 8th
⏰ Before the game
📍In front of the Ag building
Get ready for game day with your fellow FFA families. It’s going to be a great time to connect and show your FFA spirit!

🐄 Christmas Classic Livestock Show Concessions
📅 Saturday & Sunday, December 7th-8th
📍 Kendall County Youth Equestrian Center

We need volunteers to help make this event a success! We’d love to have you. Sign up here.

If you haven’t joined the Booster Club yet, now is the perfect time! Your membership supports Ag teachers and students. Sign up here: Join the Booster Club.

We look forward to seeing you at these events and working together to make this year a success for our Boerne FFA students!

Best regards,
Boerne FFA Booster Club Board

Mark your calendars and join us for our monthly meetings on November 4th and December 2nd at 6 PM in Room K116 of the Ag Building.

Our Booster Club plays a crucial role in ensuring every Ag student has access to the opportunities that come with FFA membership. With one of the largest programs in the area, volunteers are vital to our success, and there are many ways you can contribute and make a meaningful impact. You can find volunteer opportunities through your account in the Membership Toolkit.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we help fund equipment, hotels, and other essential needs to support our teachers and students as they compete at local and state levels.

Not a member yet? It’s not too late to get involved! Join us today at: https://bhsffabooster.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/293405.

We look forward to partnering with you!"

Parents,

We ask that you review our "Campus Behavior Expectations" with your student. If your student wants to be successful at Boerne HS academically, socially, and emotionally, these three simple, easy expectations can be followed. As faculty and staff, we plan to model these behaviors to our students daily. We will be visiting with and reminding our students about these expectations consistently and ask that you do the same.

Be prompt and productive - be where you are supposed to be, when you are supposed to be there, and do what you are supposed to do.

Have respect for yourself and others - when you have respect, you make good, thoughtful choices considering everyone's feelings and beliefs.

See something, say something - be a voice for someone when they can't. If you see or know something is wrong, alert an adult you know ASAP. Don't overlook something you know is wrong.

To view the Student Code of Conduct, please click here.

To view the Student Handbook, please click here.

To view an FAQ with more information, please click here.

Contact any Boerne HS administrator if you have any questions regarding the Student Code of Conduct.

Email: shane.wilson@boerneisd.net
Website: boerneisd.net/BHS
Location: 1 Greyhound Lane, Boerne, TX, USA
Phone: (830)357-2200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoerneHighSchool/
Twitter: @Boernehs