Daily Announcements

BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES THROUGH RESTORATIVE PRACTICES:

We are excited to invite the Maple Run community to join us for two informative sessions on restorative practices, hosted by Maple Run Unified School District with guests from Starling Collaborative. These sessions will explore how restorative practices can strengthen relationships, promote accountability, and create a supportive environment for our students, families, and educators. You’ll learn valuable strategies for fostering a positive, inclusive community both at school and at home.

Facilitators for these sessions include Jeff Rouleau, a Maple Run parent, teacher, coach, and Restorative Practices Trainer, and Stacie Rouleau, a Maple Run parent, teacher, coach, administrator, and Restorative Practices Trainer. Camille Koosmann, representing Starling Collaborative, is a restorative practitioner, trainer, and coach who formerly led the Restorative Practices in Schools program for the Franklin Grand Isle Restorative Justice Center.

Light food and childcare will be provided. Register today to be part of this important conversation! For more information, contact Alexis Hoyt at ahoyt@maplerun.org or 802-370-3946.

ROTARY INTERACT BLUEBERRY FUNDRAISER:

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your own blueberries while supporting a great cause. See the attached flyer for more details! https://givebutter.com/c/hL6XwO/auction

MOVE-UP DAY:

MODIFIED SCHEDULE FOR STATE TESTING WEEK:

CLASSES FOR ALL STUDENTS BEGIN AT 11:00 am.

Click here for the BUS SCHEDULE for the 11:00 am start.

Pulled Pork Poutine

Oven Baked Crinkle Cut French Fries

Homemade Dinner Roll

Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Bar

Milk Variety

Any individual exhibiting the following symptoms is advised not to attend school.

• Fever of 100.4 degrees or greater: They may return after being fever-free for 24 hours without using fever-reducing medication.

• Vomiting or Diarrhea related to illness: They may return once free of vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours.

• Severe, Sustained Coughing, Shortness of Breath, or Difficulty Breathing: They may return when their symptoms are improving.

Please refer to the Vermont Department of Health for specific information on respiratory virus symptoms (COVID, Influenza, RSV, etc.). Please call your primary physician for further recommendations if you have questions or concerns.

BFA Nurses Email: bfanurses@maplerun.org

BFA Nurses Phone: (802) 752-2260

BFA Nurses Fax: (802)-527-6431

Free VIRTUAL Parent Education Programs & Support Groups for Vermont Parents/Caregivers. Click here for more information.

Hello BFA Students, Parents, and Faculty,

We were allowed by the publisher to extend the yearbook ordering deadline to March 31st, 2025. (This has never happened.) We cannot guarantee a book for you at the end of the year, unless you pre-order (and pay) through the link below. We have sold out the previous few years.

Online ordering link:

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A08772600

Please let me know if you have any questions,

Mrs. Parent

• March 31st - NO SCHOOL
• April 1st - 4th - State VCAP Testing Week
• April 3rd - BFA Blood Drive
• April 9th & 10th - BFA Parent/Teacher Conferences
• April 21st - 25th - NO SCHOOL - April Break

The BFA after school weight room only will be closed today (3/25).

Filter your search by "category" to find what you're looking for!

• "Academics" are in BLUE
• "Activities" are in GREEN
• "Clubs" are in PURPLE
• "Guidance & Career Events" are in PINK
• "Administration" (senior privileges, IXL & students who made no session selection) are in CREAM

ATTENTION STUDENTS TAKING AP EXAMS:

All students taking the AP Exams have been signed up in Adaptive scheduler for a MANDATORY meeting in the PAC on April 9th during Enrichment A.

If you are not signed up in Adaptive Scheduler for this meeting, please go to Guidance to get signed up asap.

We are presenting the One Act Play, The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon during Enrichment (3/26) in the PAC. Students should sign up in Adaptive Scheduler. There is a max of 50 people, first-come, first-serve!

BFA Theatre presents The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon on Thursday (3/27) at 7 p.m. in the PAC. Tickets are $5 at the door.

Please support our annual Blood Drive April 3rd in the BFA gym. We need 50 people to donate to reach our goal. (Note that April 3 Thursday is a testing day schedule).

• Can students donate? Yes 17/18 can use the QR code and donate.
• 16-year-olds require a permission slip to donate (please don't register until you have completed the permission slip and turned it into Mrs. Hodgeman)
• Can community members, parents, etc., donate? Yes, we welcome all donors! Please share and encourage folks to donate. All donations stay local.

Please be advised that there is NO PARKING allowed at St. Mary’s Parish Hall on Academy Drive or St. Luke’s Church parking lot on Bishop Street. Violators will be ticketed and/or towed at the owner’s expense. Thank you for your cooperation.

SENIORS: The new deadline for the Senior Parking Lottery is Thursday, March 27th, at Noon. Only completed applications will enter the lottery. New applications will be in the lottery first followed by repeat applicants for any unfilled spots.

To apply:

1. Fill out the parking application to apply for the lottery.

2. If you have any questions, contact Dennis Ward (BFA Safety Worker) deward@maplerun.org.

STUDENTS: Do not park on campus without an assigned parking spot. Only seniors have access to on-campus parking through the lottery. Do not park in visitor spaces.

If you are found parked on campus, you may be ticketed or towed at the owner’s expense.

BFA SEMESTER 1 HONOR ROLL:

Congratulations to all the BFA students who have made it onto the First Semester High Honor Roll and Honor Roll!

• High Honor Roll, Semester 1: Average Score of 3.7 or higher.
• Honor Roll, Semester 1: Average Score of 3.5 -3.69.

The Honor Roll will be published online in the Messenger and will also be available in the print version of the Messenger on Friday, March 21, 2025.

SCHOLARSHIP BULLETIN BOARD:

Check out the new scholarship bulletin board on the BFA Guidance webpage where seniors can go check out the latest advertised scholarships.

PAYING FOR COLLEGE:

Click here for access to the Financial Aid Information!

EARLY COLLEGE INFO SESSIONS:

BETA TOUR:

Join your classmates and area schools to explore the new battery testing facility in St. Albans, Vermont for Beta Technologies.

Beta is at the leading edge of battery powered aircraft and vertical lift craft. Beta Technologies battery test facility is bringing high paying and high skill jobs to our county. Don't miss this opportunity to explore your future and the future of travel.

Click here to sign up for the tour of the facility on Wednesday, April 9th

FRANKLIN COUNTY APPRENTICESHIP FAIR:

All 9th grade students are attending the State Apprenticeship Fair hosted at MVU on April 16th, during Enrichment.

• Buses will leave at 9:40 a.m. and return to BFA @ 11:00.

IF YOU DO NOT WANT YOUR STUDENT TO ATTEND, YOU MUST OPT your student out by clicking here. We need the form completed no later than 04/01/2025.

VERMONT COVERED BRIDGES POSTER CONTEST:

See details below and click here for the information sheet to be submitted with your poster.

TRY A MAJOR DAY AT VSU:

Join your school counselors and classmates on Try A Major Day at Vermont State University (Randolph Campus) May 2. Explore the following majors:

• Architectural Engineering Technology
• Automotive & Diesel Power Technology
• Business
• Civil & Environmental Engineering Technology
• Construction Management
• Electrical & Electromechanical Engineering Technology
• Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering Technology
• Nursing Veterinary Technology

Register Now before spots are filled: Permission slip

VIATRIS TOUR:

Interested in Science and Engineering? Viatris is a leader in Pharmaceutical Engineering. Join your classmates to learn more about how this local employer can help with career goals.

Click here to complete the permission slip to take a tour at the St.Albans location on Wednesday, May 7th.

EXCITING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR BFA STUDENTS - CAMP RAINBOW!

Kids Camp Rainbow is looking for energetic and caring high school volunteers to join us from June 23rd - June 27th, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (hours may vary). This is a fantastic chance for students to gain hands-on experience in the human services field while working with an amazing group of kids—and a great way to complete volunteer hours before senior year! We are also looking for a photographer to capture special moments throughout the week and assist with projects that share camper photos with families.

Volunteers will connect with campers, support them through fun activities, and gain valuable skills in a truly rewarding environment.

Students, do you need clothing, hygiene items, or other basic necessities? Ada's Closet is here to help you – and it's all free!

Come to Guidance to see a counselor/social worker to learn more about how Ada's Closet can provide what you need, confidentially and at no cost to you. We're here for you!

Stop by and ask about Ada's Closet today!