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Please see some important information below regarding National Honor Society.

February 15 is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. While we won't be in school, we want to extend our thanks to Officer Connor and all of his support here at BHR!

Enjoy February Vacation! School will close on Friday, February 14, and re-open on Monday, February 24. Stay safe and healthy! Happy Valentine's Day!

On February 7th, information was sent out in an email to students who are eligible to apply for membership in the William A. Dwyer Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS). I wanted to take this opportunity to share some more information with our school community about NHS.

What is the purpose of the National Honor Society?

The NHS is sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) in order to give recognition to outstanding high school students. The National Honor Society Constitution states: The purpose of this organization shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the students of secondary schools.

What criteria must be met to be eligible to apply for membership in the NHS at BHR?

• Be a member of the Sophomore, Junior, or Senior class

• Have a minimum weighted grade point average (GPA) of 3.75

When and how often are invitations sent out?

Invitations to apply for NHS are sent out once a year. Currently, our school sends out the invitations after Term 2 grades have been posted.

If a student meets the eligibility requirements, do they automatically become a member of NHS?

No. Eligible students must join the Google Classroom application page and submit information about themselves to officially become a candidate for membership in the NHS. Students are selected to be members of the National Honor Society; membership is not a right, but a privilege.

How are members selected?

The Faculty Council, which consists of five members of the BHR faculty, reviews all of the information that is submitted by and about the candidates. The members of the council consider each student’s scholarship, developing character, service to the community, and leadership qualities. The advisor meets with the Faculty Council and moderates the selection process, but does not vote. The selection of members is determined by a majority vote of the Faculty Council. Membership is granted only to those students selected by the Faculty Council. The advisor notifies each candidate of the council’s decision by letter. Candidates selected by the Faculty Council are formally inducted into the NHS at a traditional candle lighting ceremony.

What does it mean to be a member of NHS? What do I have to do?

Membership in NHS is both an honor and a responsibility. Students selected for membership are expected to maintain an exemplary academic and conduct record at BHR. All members must maintain the standards by which they were selected and uphold the four pillars of NHS: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Members of NHS are obligated to attend meetings, participate in group service projects, and complete an individual service project. Each year, members must perform 20 hours of community service, either in school or outside of school. All members must take an active role in the annual Induction Ceremony. Members are expected to participate in fundraising activities for the organization as well as for charity. An annual membership fee of $20 is requested to help defray the expenses of the group.

If a student applied for membership to NHS before, but was not accepted for membership, can they still apply this year?

Yes! Non-selection in a previous year does not disqualify a student from applying again. The Faculty Council encourages students who submitted an application previously to highlight their growth in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character, and service since their last submission.

What is the anticipated timeline for the application process?

• 2/7 Invitation to Apply letters will be sent out to eligible students

• 2/7- 2/28: Students complete and submit their application materials on Google Classroom

• Once applications are submitted, it takes several weeks for the Faculty Council to review all application materials before meeting to discuss and vote on each candidate. After the Faculty Council has voted, all students and families will be notified of the Faculty Council’s decision. We hope to release the decisions in early April for an Induction Ceremony later that month. Exact dates will be posted on the application Google Classroom page as we get closer to this time.

Can candidates get help with their application materials?

Yes! Current NHS members are holding optional help sessions after school on Tuesday, February 11th and Thursday, February 27th. More information about these opportunities has been shared with candidates and their families through email.

Please direct any further questions about the Blue Hills Regional Technical High School chapter of the National Honor Society to the chapter advisor, Ms. Michelle Barley at mbarley@bluehills.org

Congratulations to our culinary students on a great day of competition at Gillette Stadium on February 11, 2025. Students competed in the cake decorating and culinary team competitions and created some masterpieces!

Please congratulate Despina Grigoriadis, Robeayana Felix, Ashleigh Horne, Nafisa Apatira, Rachel McDonough, June Killberg, Sarrhy Charles, Ian Kreger, Sara Cortes, Ayianna Rosa, Jacy Thompson, and Hannah Gleason for competing. And a special shout out to Hannah Gleason who won the award for "Most Enthusiastic Competitor!"

The boys basketball and winter cheer programs celebrated seniors this week:

Carly Michaud

Samantha Caul

Dominic Capaccioli

Jack DeAngelis

The girls basketball team improved to 17-1 with a big win on Wednesday over Randolph on senior night. Senior Riley McKnight made her return and played some key minutes on defense. Senior Jacqueline Choukas led the team in steals and scored 4 points. Senior Bella Sulfaro led the team in assists and hit a key three pointer down the stretch. Senior Kathleen Murphy scored a season high 16 points and dominated in the paint. Freshman Sarah Michel had a game high 18 points, 10 of which she scored in the 4th quarter. Sophomore Ashlyn McCroary had two huge buckets in the win. The team will finish off the regular season today on the road at Wareham.

The girls team also recognized seniors at the game Wednesday night. Congratulations to:

Jacqueline Choukas

Riley McKnight

Kathleen Murphy

Isabella Sulfaro

Please read this important communication from Superintendent-Director Jill Rossetti.

Students in:

Collision Repair

Computer Information Systems

Construction Technology

Cosmetology

Criminal Justice

Drafting/CAD

Design and Visual Communications

Early Education & Care

Electrical

Electronics

Engineering

Health Assisting

HVAC

Metal Fabrication

The Winter/Spring uniform window is open on store.bluehills.org

The ordering window is open from February 1 through February 28. The store will close at 5:00 p.m. on February 28. All orders will then be fulfilled and will be delivered to Blue Hills mid March. We will distribute the orders to each program. Please understand that each program has a uniform requirement. Please DO NOT ORDER until you receive instructions from your teacher as to what the requirements are for your program. Vocational uniforms are mandatory.

Other programs not listed above:

Freshmen in Culinary will order through Culinary. Please watch for information from them regarding the uniform purchases.

Students in Automotive Technology order through a different vendor. You will receive information from your Auto Tech teachers regarding this vendor. Watch for this information in the coming days.

Students in Graphic Communications - make their own shirts. Graphics is the vendor for these uniforms.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your shop teachers.

February is Black History Month
The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of African Americans who struggled with adversity to achieve full citizenship in American society. (www.blackhistorymonth.gov)

Congratulations to Riley and Meaghan, our Students of the Month for January. January's theme was "Resilience" - February, we highlight "Respect" from our Vision of a Graduate.

Alumni of the Month – February 2025

Congratulations to Peter Zampine, Class of 1985 (Randolph, Graphic Communications), and Co-Owner of West Point Waste Services LLC with1985 Alumni Mike Kmito !

Peter’s journey started in the Blue Hills co-op program, where he gained hands-on experience in the printing industry. His career path led him to own multiple businesses, including a manufacturing enterprise with five plants and 850 employees, and later, helping build Brewster Ambulance into a multi-million dollar operation.

Today, Peter is the proud owner of West Point Waste Services LLC, a growing trash-hauling company with 11 employees, 9 trucks, and projected sales of $4 million by 2025!

Blue Hills Impact:
"My shop teachers prepared me for the real world with honest, tough lessons. They instilled in me the work ethic to not just be prepared, but to excel. Hands-on training made all the difference!"

Advice to Current Students:
Listen to your teachers and absorb their wisdom.
Never believe something "can’t be done."
Hard work and dedication are irreplaceable.

Listen more than you speak—opportunities are everywhere!

#AlumniOfTheMonth #BHRProud #CareerSuccess #CTEWorks #DreamBig #HardWorkPaysOff #Leadership #IamBlueHills #Entrepreneurship

9th Grade Screenings at BHR

The nurses will perform health screenings for 9th graders beginning on February 24, 2025. This screening includes hearing, vision, and posture. Please notify the school nurses in writing by Feb 10, 2025 if you wish for your child to opt-out of the Grade 9 screening at: nurse@bluehills.org. This notification must be done annually. The student may still opt-out on the day of their scheduled screening.

Every month at BHR is Career and Technical Education Month, but during the month of February, you will see national recognition of what we know works: relevant, career oriented education for all of our students.

This year, we are rolling out our "Vision of a Graduate." Each month, there will be a theme that we'll focus on around the building. Our students of the month will be selected using the theme as one of the criteria. The Vision of a Graduate is a great tool to help focus the entire school community on our ultimate outcome - producing graduates that are equipped and ready for their future.

February's theme is "Respect" - it is a trait central to Blue Hills, and has been from the earliest days of the school. One of the triangles in the old logo represents "character" - respect is a cornerstone of that commitment here. Our Vision of a Graduate states that students "are responsible, respectful, and aware of our impact on others." In another section, it is stressed that "we are respectful in our words, tone, and body language."

Class of 2025 Lawn Signs: For purchase, here: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2025-senior-lawn-signs/items?cart

Boosters meetings will now be held in the cafeteria.

Wednesday 3/12: Our March meeting is being replaced by our “friend-raiser” paint night, here is the link https://travelingartparty.wixsite.com/travelingartparty/events-1/3-12-blue-hills-votech-event-randolph-elks

2024-2025 Remaining Meeting Schedule

~ Wednesday 3/12 ** This will be held at the Randolph Elks as a paint night" See above.

~ Tuesday 4/8

~ Wednesday 5/14

~ Tuesday 6/10

• Meetings are held at 7 p.m. in the Cafeteria
• Dates subject to change; changes will be posted to the Blue Hills Boosters Facebook Page

Here are two fundraiser opportunities to support the Boosters - February 19 and February 20!

Visit the cafeteria's page for more information!

https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1708116494561

(September 12, 2024)

1. Headphones and ear buds are not allowed in hallways or classes, unless a teacher grants specific permission to use them. They are only allowed in the cafeteria during breakfast or lunch. Students will receive detention hours if they are not complying with this rule.
2. Hoods are not allowed during the school day (7:48 to 2:20)
3. Bus arrival times at bus stops are approximate. Students should arrive 15-20 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive. Traffic patterns greatly impact how fast bus routes are completed.
4. ONLY students who are eating breakfast should get off the bus upon arrival. All students not eating breakfast should remain on the bus until released at 7:40.
5. Attendance has been outstanding to start the year for most students. Please review the attendance policy at the bottom of the newsletter - tardies, dismissals, and absences all contribute to the total absences a student has during the year. Be here and be on time!

(September 5, 2024)

1. PowerSchool is our student information system. Login here: PowerSchool Parent Login. Parents who wish to see grades during the term or final term grades need to have access to PowerSchool. Access remains the same for all returning families; new grade 9 parents were sent login information by the Admissions Department.
2. See below for Health Office updates
3. Please review attendance requirements. Students will face summer school if absences exceed the policy limit!
4. Grade 9 Students and Families: Check out the Exploratory Program Guide for help in managing exploratory this year!
5. Drop-off and Pick-up are always busy. Please use the entrance closest to Massasoit and exit through the "main" entrance/exit. Pull all the way up. Do not block buses. We will have staff to help direct folks for the first few weeks.
   
6. Make sure your student arrives at the bus stop early. Bus pickup times are approximate!
7. Phones are not allowed during any instructional time, except with the express permission of the teacher. "Earbuds" and head phones follow the same rules, and may not be worn during the day.
8. Dress Code: We expect students to be in shop uniform during vocational weeks, and dressed professionally during their academic weeks. Per the handbook, tops and bottoms must provide "sufficient coverage" to be allowed, and hoods are not allowed in the building. Clothing must also be appropriate; offensive language or logos are prohibited.
9. All juniors and seniors are required to register their vehicle in order to park on campus. A $25 fee is required for the entire school year. Students, and it must be the student, should fill out the parking form in the form section of their PowerSchool account. Once completed, a message will go to Ms. Fama in the Main Office, and she will send a bill to the student's parents through myschoolbucks.com. Once the payment is received, Ms Fama will issue the parking pass within a few weeks of the start of school.

Please use this First Student provided app to track your bus route. It updates frequently, and is a tool to help provide real-time (or close to it) information.

February 13: In-Service, Late Arrival 10:40 a.m.

February 14: Valentine's Day

February 15 - 23: School closed for February Vacation

February 24: School Reopens

The student attendance guidelines are contained within the Parent-Student Handbook. Please be advised:

A student will be required to attend summer school upon the accumulation of sixteen (16) absences in order to fulfill BHR attendance requirements. An additional course will be required for every five (5) absences accumulated after (16). All such courses must be taken at the Blue Hills Regional Summer School. All course subjects must be approved by the (ARB) Academic Review Board. If a student is absent on consecutive days it will be counted as one day’s absence if accompanied by a doctor’s note. Notes must be provided within one week of the student’s return to school. All notes must be originals with an authorized signature and date(s) on the doctor’s office stationary. The student’s home phone number and homeroom must be on all doctors’ notes. Absences on special days, assemblies, etc. will be counted as a full day’s absence. A student must be in attendance for at least half the school day to be counted present. Half the school day means being in school from 7:47 am to 11:00 am or 11:00 am to 2:20 pm.

All out-of-school suspensions will be counted day for day towards a student’s maximum number of absences.

If you are not in class or homeroom by 7:48 AM, you are considered absent from school. You must sign in at Student Affairs Office and receive an admittance pass in order to attend class. If you arrive late for school, you are considered tardy and you must report to the Main Office prior to admission.

On the 4th tardy per term and every 4 tardies thereafter, you will be subject to Saturday detention. You and your parent/guardian may be required to meet with the Principal. Parking privileges may be suspended or revoked. Continued tardies may result in more severe penalties being assigned.

Blue Hills Regional Technical School’s mission is to continue its history of academic achievement, technical training and character development through a curriculum which emphasizes the integration of cutting-edge technical programs and challenging academic courses, enabling its students to become competent, caring and productive people in a diverse and changing world.

Core Values:

Community, Opportunity, Relevance, Employability

Website: www.bluehills.org
Location: 800 Randolph Street, Canton, MA, USA
Phone: 781 828 5800

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The Blue Hills Regional Technical School District is an equal opportunity educational institution. All programs, courses of study and activities are open to all students without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or disability. The School District is in full compliance with Massachusetts Law, Chapter 622 of the Acts of 1971, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (U.S. Code), and section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Individuals may make inquiries relative to Chapter 622 and Title IX from the coordinator, at the school address or by phoning 781-828-5800.