BJH Bobcat News
January 8 - January 11, 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Bobcat Families,
Happy New Year, BJH Families! I hope everyone had a fun and relaxing winter break with the students. It is hard to believe that we are already in second semester. All students had access to their second semester schedule via Aeries starting on December 28, 2023. The admin team did our best to honor primary choices for electives. However, due to space availability, we were unable to accommodate all students' primary elective choices so they likely received their alternate choice(s). If your student would like to request a change in electives, they may do so by filling out a Google Form. These forms will be published in both the 7th and 8th grade Google Classroom on January 8, 2024. No in person or emailed schedule change requests will be considered. Please note, that submission of a course change request does not guarantee that it will be granted.
This week is the window for iReady Diagnostic #2. All students will take the assessment in their English Classroom. It is important that students try their best on this assessment. This assessment is given three times per year and assess student growth and grade level equivalency of skills. English teachers have all week to conduct this assessment and will inform your student of the exact dates this will be administered. Makeup iReady Assessments will be given during the week of January 15-19 (exact date TBD).
This Thursday and Friday, we are excited to host exchange students from Anseong, Korea, The students will arrive on Thursday. Our visitors will receive a warm welcome by BJH students on University Drive upon arrival. Exchange students will be partnered up with an ASB buddy and will shadow them in all classrooms on both days. There are also activities planned for the students during snack and/or lunch as well. They will end their time with us participating in a culminating activity in the ASB room and will receive a parting gift. We look forward to this experience.
In other news, BJH said goodbye to two long-time BOUSD employees who have retired: Stacy Yoder and Robyn Lechuga. These ladies graciously served students, staff and families for a combined 50+ years. We will miss them. Starting on January 8th, Elsa Reyes, will be our new Administrative Assistant and Felicia Ballesteros will be our new Kitchen Manager.
Here are some important events this week:
LATE START
- Every Wednesday is Late Start. School starts at 8:30 on Wednesdays
COLLEGE DAY
- Wednesday, January 10th
- Wear your favorite college gear
ANSEONG EXCHANGE STUDENTS VISIT
- Thursday, January 11th
- Friday, January 12th
PRIDE PARTY
- Friday, January 12th
- On the blacktop
- During 7th period
Have a great week!
Best,
Sheri Cole
Principal
BREA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL RETIREMENTS
Brea Junior High School has two retirees, Stacy Yoder, Administrative Assistant and Robyn Lechuga, Kitchen Manager. Together, these ladies have over 55 years of service to Brea Olinda Unified School District. Thank you to both Stacy and Robyn for your many years of exceptional service to the students, staff and families! Click the link to access the BCTV episode that highlights these two special ladies https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zbDutOiOH_WMP3fqnEQDyblcNvPQqICh/view?usp=sharing
WELCOME NEW BJH ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: ELSA REYES!
BJH welcomes it's new Administrative Assistant, Elsa Reyes. Elsa's first day will be on Monday, January 8th. Welcome to the team, Elsa!
BOHS INCOMING 9TH GRADE STUDENT OPEN HOUSE & FAMILY NIGHT
Parents of current BJH 8th Grade Students: Save the date for an incoming 9th grade student open house and family night at Brea Olinda High School. This event will take place on February 15, 2024 from 5:00-7:30. Please see the save the date flyer below for more details. Don't miss this opportunity!
UPCOMING CALENDAR EVENTS (WEEK OF JANUARY 15 - JANUARY 19)
No School- Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Monday, Jan 15, 2024, 08:15 AM
Late Start
Wednesday, Jan 17, 2024, 08:30 AM
Soccer Game vs. Parks Panthers
Wednesday, Jan 17, 2024, 03:00 PM
D. Russell Parks Junior High School, Rosecrans Avenue, Fullerton, CA, USA
School Site Council Meeting (Large Conference Room)
Wednesday, Jan 3, 2024, 03:00 PM
PRIDE Pantry - Day 1 (during Lunch)
Thursday, Jan 18, 2024, 12:45 PM
BOUSD Board Meeting
Thursday, Jan 18, 2024, 06:30 PM
1 Civic Center Circle, Brea, CA, USA
Principal's List Donut Party (Cafeteria @ Snack)
Friday, Jan 19, 2024, 09:45 AM
PRIDE Pantry- Day 2 (during Lunch)
Friday, Jan 19, 2024, 12:45 PM
HomeAide Silent Auction (in Cafe after school)
Friday, Jan 19, 2024, 03:00 PM
Contact Us
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Email: scole@bousd.us
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Website: https://bjhs.bousd.us/
Location: 400 N Brea Blvd, Brea, CA 92821
Phone: (714) 990-7500