The BA Bulletin - December 9, 2024

Weekly News Capturing the BA Way!

From Ms. Foster Arbaiza,

Welcome Back Cougars!

We are heading into the final stretch of the semester.

Here are some key updates and celebrations to keep you informed:

ACP Week IS NEXT WEEK. The schedule is listed below. Students must take their ACPs. They count for 15% of a student's final semester grade.
Report Cards for Semester 1 will be available in January. Keep an eye on PowerSchool to review your grades and progress.
Updated Ranking Information for Students is coming soon! Students in grades 10 - 12 & families, be sure to check in with the counseling office for more details if you have questions.
ASP has updates for Seniors and FAFSA/TAFSA and FSA IDs. See below!

See below for all things BA Week 17!

Student and Staff Celebrations

Want to go to Paris?

Join the visual arts teachers for an informational meeting on Thursday December 12th to learn more about a travel opportunity to Paris, France!

Mariachi Verde Performs at Casa Linda Tree Lighting Ceremony

Mariachi Verde brought the holiday spirit to life at the Casa Linda Tree Lighting Ceremony with a stunning performance! Their vibrant music and energy made the evening unforgettable. Thank you, Mariachi Verde, for representing BA so beautifully! 🎶🎄

BA Orchestra Performs at Casa Linda Tree Lighting Ceremony

The BA Orchestra dazzled the crowd at the Casa Linda Tree Lighting Ceremony with a beautiful performance, adding a special touch to the festive evening. Thank you to our talented musicians for making the event memorable! 🎶🎄

Cougar Country News

Important Items for This Week

Read below for all important items this week:

Monday (12/9) -

A Day

Tuesday (12/10) -

B Day

BAnd & Choir Christmas Concert

Wednesday(12/11) -

A Day

Thursday (12/12) -

B Day

Friday (12/13)-

B Day

Community and BAVT News

8th Grade Pep Rally and Open House - January 2025

Hello BA Families! 🎉

We’re so excited to invite our future Cougars and their families to THREE upcoming events! 🐾 Join us on December 16th from 6PM - 7PM for an 8th grade parent information session. Come and learn all about how Bryan Adams is your #1 choice and the premiere East Dallas neighborhood school!🏫✨💚

January 24th for our 8th Grade Pep Rally 🎺, where you’ll get to experience the incredible BA spirit and see what makes our school community so special! It’s a fantastic chance for future students to feel the energy and pride that make BA unique! Parents are welcome to attend as chaperones for their students. (Must ride the bus and get Voly clearance)💚

Then, don’t miss our BA Open House on January 25th from 10 AM - 12 PM 🏫✨. This event is open to everyone interested in learning more about Bryan Adams High School, our programs, and our supportive community. Take a tour, meet some of our amazing teachers, and discover all the opportunities waiting for you at BA! 📚👩‍🏫

We can’t wait to welcome you and make you a part of the BA family! 🐾💚

Upcoming Events

ACP Fall 2024 Schedule

ACP Testing begins on Monday, December 16, in the PM and runs through Friday, December 20.

Students will follow a modified testing schedule, with exams starting at 9:10 AM and concluding by 2:10 PM each day.

All CI students will remain on campus during testing days, and CI will send their staff to BA to assist.

Students must bring a fully charged laptop to school every day for testing. Thank you for your cooperation as we finish the semester strong! 💻📚

Student Ranking Update

All students in grade 10th - 12th will receive an updated class ranking in the Spring Semester. The class ranking process is as follows:

All Students Ranked: Every student in their graduating class receives a class rank. This rank is determined based on their cumulative weighted GPA.
Weighted GPA: Courses are assigned different weights depending on their difficulty (e.g., AP and dual-credit courses have higher weights than regular courses).
Calculation: Rankings are updated at specific points, like the end of semesters, to reflect academic performance.

Key Features:

Provides a clear and comprehensive ranking for all students, which is often required for college applications and scholarships.
Encourages competition and motivation among all students, not just the top 10%.
Helps students understand their standing relative to their peers throughout high school.

Report Card Night: Coming in January

We’re excited to announce that Report Card Night will take place in January! This event will give families an opportunity to review student progress, connect with teachers, and learn about resources to support academic success. Stay tuned for more details, including the date and time, as we finalize plans. We look forward to seeing you there!

Spring 2025 Clubs and Organizations - COME ON AND JOIN THE SPIRIT!

BA Girls Soccer

BA Boys Basketball

BA Girls Basketball

BA Boys Soccer

COLLEGE CORNER, PTECH, & ASP

FAFSA/TAFSA Workshops Hosted by ASP

ASP is offering FAFSA/TASFA workshops on Thursdays starting December 12th. Come get expert help on a MANDATORY Texas Graduation requirement of the Class of 2025! See flier for details about tax return information needed & FSA ID creation. We hope to see you there!

FSA ID Info

Bryan Adams senior parent/guardians! Please utilize this resource to create your FSA ID. Both the student and parent(s) must create an account. Creating your FSA ID before a FAFSA workshop will help expedite the process however we will still provide assistance to create FSA IDs.