2024-25 School Year
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,
As we begin a new school year, we are excited to have the Class of 2028 join us at BHS. The beginning of the school year is always a time filled with excitement and possibilities, and this year is no different. We look forward to working together to create a positive and enriching experience for all.
I encourage each to embrace this school year with enthusiasm and dedication to your studies. Your commitment to learning and growth will pave the way for countless opportunities. Remember, every challenge you face is a chance to learn and grow, so let's approach each day with a positive mindset and a determination to push through any challenge you may face.
To our Blue Devil parents and guardians: Your support and involvement are crucial to our students' success. We value your partnership and are here to work with you to ensure a productive and rewarding school year. Together, we can inspire and guide our students to reach their fullest potential. We look forward to seeing you at Open House on August 21st.
Let's make this year one of hard work, perseverance, and achievement. We are excited to see construction of the new high school, the incredible things our students will accomplish and look forward to celebrating their successes.
Brunswick City Schools 2024-2025 School Calendar
Sincerely,
Mr. Keith Merrill
Principal
Brunswick High School
330-273-0495 option 8
@BCSDBrunswickHS
@BHSMerrill
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
Brunswick High School Open House, Wednesday, August 21st., from 5:15-7:00 p.m.
Success is achieved when there is a partnership between school and home. We strive to build a partnership with our parents and community is more important now than ever. I encourage you to come to Open House on August 21st, from 5:15-7:00 p.m. This is an opportunity to walk the building and to meet the Brunswick High School staff.
Parents and Guardians, if you are looking to get involved, help support programs, clubs, or groups, BHS has many options from Brunswick Athletic Foundation (BAF), Brunswick Band Parents Organization (BBPO), Brunswick After Prom Committee, Brunswick Hall of Fame, and many others.
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.
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
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.
AUGUST
8/6 Freshman Parent Meeting from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center (PAC)
8/7 A-L Freshman Orientation 8:00-12:00 p. m.
8/8 M-Z Freshman Orientation 8:00-12:00 p.m.
8/8 Freshman walk the building 12:00-1:00 p.m.
8/8 New student orientation in room 213 for grades 10, 11, and 12th from 10:00-11:30 a.m.
8/19 First Day of School
8/21 BHS Open House from 5:15-7:00 p.m.
SEPTEMBER
9/2 Labor Day - NO SCHOOL
9/13 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
9/25 BHS Fall Picture Day all day in the WEST gym
OCTOBER
10/4 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
10/5 Homecoming Dance 6:30-9:30 p.m. (Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.)
10/11 NEOEA DAY - NO SCHOOL
10/11 Senior Picture Day times TBD - West Gym
10/15 PSAT Day All Students in Grades 10 and 11
10/18 End of First quarter
10/25 Blood Drive West Gym
10/28 Family First Night
NOVEMBER
11/4 STAFF ½ DAY INSERVICE / ½ DAY WORK DAY - NO SCHOOL
11/5 Parent/Teacher Conferences Times TBD - NO SCHOOL
11/5 Picture re-take day
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
5/22 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
