Presenter: Jon Kleinman, Challenge Success
Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Time:6:30PM
Where: Bedford High School, Large Group Instruction Room
Open to all K-12 Parents and Guardians
Please RSVP here
Do you want the children and teens in your home and schools to be healthier and more engaged, but are unsure where to start? This interactive workshop shares data from more than 375,000 students on topics including homework, sleep, cheating, engagement and more, teasing out insights and concrete strategies you can use at school and at home.
Our research shows that far too many students are struggling with their well-being, experience a lack of belonging and engagement with learning, and are overwhelmed by constant pressure in and out of school. Instead of figuring out who they are and what they care about, students (and their families) are often consumed by external pressures such as assessments, test scores, extracurriculars, family obligations, college admissions, and future careers, putting their well-being at risk.
Real, lasting change requires the whole school community — educators, families, and students — to both identify challenges and drive solutions. This workshop will provide you with a deeper understanding of what children and adolescents are experiencing at school and home and you will leave ready to take action with a set of research-based, equity-centered strategies to reduce pressure and stress for the youth in your community.
Jon Kleiman, M.A., is a School and District Partnership Manager. Jon’s chief mission is helping organizations and individuals challenge the status quo. In his role as a School & District Partnership Manager with Challenge Success, Jon’s worked with dozens of schools over the past several years in reimagining how schools might better support the needs and growth of its students. Previously, Jon worked at a university helping students to engage in “vocational wayfinding.” Jon lives in Portland, Maine with his wife and three kids.
Presentation and Q&A with Catherine Steiner-Adair
Presenter: Catherine Steiner-Adair, author of The Big Disconnect
Date: Monday, February 12th
Time: 6:30pm
Where: BHS auditorium
The presentation with Q&A will run approximately 90 minutes.
When calling the absence line please state if your student is ill or not ill.
Absence Line: (781)918-4561
or select #1 from the main menu of (781)275-1700
Information Regarding Health Screenings in February
Hearing/Vision Screening & Height/Weight/BMI Screening for 10th Graders
During February, 10th grade students will have hearing and vision screening done in the health office. Parents will be notified if further evaluation is necessary by their physician. Height, weight and BMI will be checked at the same time.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health requires the annual height and weight screening protocols to include the calculation of a Body Mass Index (BMI) and percentile for grades 1,4,7, and 10. Each child’s height and weight will be used to calculate their BMI. The results will be kept confidential in each student’s school health record.
BMI is a “weight for height for age” index that can be a useful tool in early identification of possible health risk factors among children and youth. Please feel free to contact Annmarie_Vaughan@bedfordps.org with any questions you may have about the BMI screening and if you prefer to have your student opt out of the screening. -Thank you
Class of 2024
The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is available periodically as part of a soft launch. All colleges require this form for those applying for financial aid. Click on this link for more information.
Seniors needing support processing application decisions or assistance with regular decision applications, please make an appointment with your counselor.
Transcript Fees
As the second half of the school year approaches, we will begin collecting transcript fee payments. Please be on the lookout for any emails sent from Ms. Duran. With those emails, you will find your balance, how to pay your balance, and important information regarding the uncollected fees.
Class of 2025
Junior Seminar will be held in FLEX on Monday, 1/29, and Thursday, 2/1. Students, please expect an email from your counselor about which day your seminar will be held. During this time, counselors will be discussing post-secondary options for students. After your FLEX seminar, please make an individual appointment to discuss your post-secondary plans.
Junior Parent/Caregiver Night: Thursday, February 1, 2024, 6:30 PM to 8 PM - Auditorium, Bedford High School. Parents and Caregivers will be provided with information regarding post-secondary options for students in the Class of 2025. Students are welcome to attend.
For parents/caregivers in the Class of 2025 who work with Mr. DeChellis, your session will be held on Base in the Community Support Building (#1240) located at 10 Kirtland Street, Hanscom Air Force Base from 6:30 PM to 8 PM.
Please note: This program may be changed to its alternate date of February 8, 2024, should the History Fair need to use its alternate date of February 1, 2024. Communication will be sent out if this occurs.
Class of 2027
We enjoyed chatting with you during freshman seminar. Many of you have already connected with your counselor since then and we look forward to meeting with those whose appointments are coming up. If you haven’t booked your appointment yet, please see your counselor.
AP Exams
The AP Exam registration and payment deadline has officially passed as of Tuesday, November 14th, 2023. No further exams are able to be ordered at this time.
Should you (or your student) be interested in canceling your exam, you must request a cancellation through Total Registration. Please be aware there are updates to this year’s refund policy, details are listed below:
From November 15, 2023 through February 29, 2024, partial refunds are available, including a $40 cancellation fee per exam.
From March 1, 2024 through May exam administration date, cancellations are available but no refund will be given.
Please feel free to contact the AP Coordinator directly with any question you may have at samantha_thyne@bedfordps.org.
BHSPA Grants for the BHS Community
As part of our mission to contribute to different initiatives, programs, and events that impact the students, faculty, staff, and supporting the community at BHS, the BHSPA has many events that we regularly fund and support. We also invite faculty, student groups, and individuals to submit grant requests for special projects, programs, and tools that will have a positive impact on the BHSPA community. If you have an idea to propose, please download, fill out the application and follow the instructions.
Come and discuss special education programming in Bedford and how we can best support our children.
Thurs, Feb 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Thurs, Mar 14, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Wed, Apr 24, 2024 at 7:30 PM with guest Marianne Vines
Thurs, May 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4172275285?pwd=OTZaeHZOM3lSY1h4Z0J5SndVMTk0Zz09
Meeting ID: 417 227 5285
Passcode: 333333
Bedford SEPAC (special education parent advisory council) is a volunteer group of parents/caregivers that work to provide networking and support for Bedford parents/caregivers of children receiving special education services. In conjunction, they work closely with the school administration on special education needs and concerns. All are welcome!
Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BEDFORDMASEPAC/
Webpage: Bedfordsepac.com
Get dismissed? Please bring a note to the main office in the morning. (or call 781-918-4561) Students will be given a dismissal pass to show the teacher and head right out of class at the dismissal time. This helps us to reduce the number of class disruptions.
Get a locker? Your Advisor will supply you with a lock. You will select a locker, then your Advisor will record your locker number and combination just in case you forget it. It happens!
Get a Parking Sticker? The Parking Sticker application may be found here.
Get my Aspen ID? If you need your ID or are having trouble logging in please contact tech_support@bedfordps.org
Find my lost items? The lost and found bin can be found in the student office.
Pick up a dropped off item? We encourage you to try to meet your student after school for the items but in the event that does not work please leave items on the table right inside the vestibule. (Parents/Guardians, please label item your dropping with name) Please note; we do not interrupt classes for drop offs. Students can check for the item dropped off in between classes and at lunch.
Bedford High School Parent/Guardian & Student Sign off Agreement Form here
Find out more about grading and courses? You may find this and many other helpful pieces of information in your Program of Studies found here
The 2023-24 Bus Routes have been posted on the Transportation Web Page
Know who to contact for help? (please see page 6)
Bedford High School
Bedford High School Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 7:45am - 2:24pm
Wednesday 7:45 am - 12:55 pm
9 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730
Phone: 781-275-1700
Absence Line: 781-918-4561
Fax: 781-275-6664