Bobcat News

We are super excited for Homecoming week Sep 9 - 14. Students should use that time as their opportunity to dress outside the box as dress code enforcement will tighten up beginning Sep 16.

Our uniform policy can be found in the Student Handbook and in this Dress for Success flyer.

As a reminder - shirts may be button up with collar, crew neck, or turtleneck/mock turtleneck. Shirts must be kelly green, gray, black, white, or spirit shirts and may not hang off or expose the shoulders or expose the midriff. Bottoms must be Khaki, Black, Gray, or White, no blue jeans. Leggings are not allowed. Sweatpants may be worn in BLACK only. If brand name logos are visible they must be smaller than a credit card.

Makeup weather days due to Tropical Storm Debby

• December 23 (Monday) - eLearning Day
• January 6 (Monday) – eLearning Day (last day of the first semester)
• January 7 (Tuesday) – Educator Professional Development Day (NO SCHOOL for students)
• January 8 (Wednesday) - First day of the second semester

Matthew Hall

Principal

Bluffton High School

matthew.hall@beaufort.k12.sc.us

843-706-8800

Our first SIC meeting of the 2024-25 school year will take place this Thursday, Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm in room 1120 and via Zoom.

The School Improvement Council serves a critical role in our success by providing input and feedback during the development of our five-year renewal plan, implementing the school improvement program and activities, and monitoring and reporting on progress through the annual Report to the Parents.

Family and community members interested in serving on our School Improvement Council can contact Dr. Kevin Sandusky at kevin.sandusky@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Monday, Sep 9

Dress Up: Desert Cowboy

Events: Cornhole @ 6pm with Movie on the baseball field to follow.

Tuesday, Sep 10

Dress Up: West Coast

Wednesday, Sep 11

Dress Up: Celebrities

Events: Powderpuff @ 6pm on the football field

Thursday, Sep 12

Dress Up: Rewind

Events: Make-up Powderpuff date if need

Friday, Sep 13

Dress Up: Senior Togas & Underclassmen Rave

Events: Pep Rally and Football game w/ Homecoming Court at halftime

Saturday, Sep 14

Dance from 7pm-10pm

Tournament begins at Monday, Sep 9 @ 6:00pm on our baseball field. Movie begins at 7:30.

• Forms are due to Mrs. Wojnisz by SEPT 6th.
• Students should bring chairs and/or blankets to sit on during the movie
• No outside food or drinks will be allowed.

Wednesday, Sep 11 @ at 6:30.

Game 1: 9th vs 11th. Game 2: 10th vs 12th. Game 3 is the championship game.

Flag football style, rolling clock.

• We ask that all attendees donate a canned good at the gate upon entry.
• Permission slips must be turned into Ms. Masotti by SEPT 6th.

Saturday Sep 14. 7:00pm-10:00pm

• Tickets are $15 on sale Sep 3rd during lunches. Students can purchase tickets on OSP.
• Non-BLHS guests: any student wishing to bring another student must fill out a permission slip for that non-BLHS guest. The form will be in the front office and on the bulletin board across from room 1037.
• Permission slips for non-BLHS students will NOT be accepted after Sep 11th All non-BLHS forms should be turned in to Ms. Carter.
• All students and guests will be required to show an ID (school or government issued) at the door.
• No outside guests will be permitted if they have not submitted the appropriate paperwork to Mrs. Carter, even if they bought a ticket on OSP!

We go all out for Hispanic Heritage Month at BLHS, and we look forward to an amazing celebration of culture that represents our diverse student body and community.

Dress days will be every Friday:

Friday, Sep 20 - Country Colors

Friday, Sep 27 - Soccer/Futbol Jersey

Friday, Oct 4 - Frida/Vaquero/Vaquera

Tuesday, Oct 15 (since we have the 11th off) - Favorite Hispanic hero/role model/celebrity

Students who want to be involved in the festivities can contact Ms. Taylor or Ms. Marie Smith, and fill out the google form.

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Eli-Jah has been engaged and a leader in class. He's been an absolute model student, on top of his work, respectful and focused. It's been really great to see him be such an inspiration for his sophomore class.

Friday, Sep 27 tailgate with us at the Bluffton vs. Hilton Head varsity football game.

Saturday, Sep 28 we roll out the red carpet for Bobcat alumni and all current and former staff to celebrate 20 incredible years! Our theme is Casino Night so dress to impress in your best Bobcat colors Green, Black & Silver and show some spirit!

All details and purchasing available at Eventbrite - BLHS Bobcats 20th Anniversary Celebration

Literacy is a gateway to endless opportunities and there are many ways to support our students and especially our multilingual learners. Commit to reading with your child this month, and beyond.

"International Literacy Day takes place on September 8 every year to raise awareness and concern for literacy problems that exist within our own local communities as well as globally. International Literacy Day was founded by proclamation of The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, or UNESCO, in 1966 “to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights.” International Literacy Day brings ownership of the challenges of illiteracy back home to local communities where literacy begins, one person at a time." ~ Nationaltoday.com

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for 10-to-14 year-olds. (AACAP) Suicide is also the second leading cause of death among young people 10-24 years of age in the United States. (AAP) Suicide is a major public health concern. More than 45,900 people die by suicide each year in the United States; it is the 12th leading cause of death overall. Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. (NIMH)

LCAHY Mental Health Resources are available.