Berthoud High School Newsletter

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Weekly newsletters are sent out every Friday at 3:30pm with information for the upcoming week. To stay informed on what is happening at BHS, please make sure you read this weekly.

• May 20th-24th: S2 Finals Revised Bell Schedule 2.0
  
• May 21st: Senior Awards Night at 6:00pm at BHS Auditorium
• May 24th: Last Day of School, 1/2 Day!
• May 25th: Graduation at 9:00am at Max Marr Stadium

It is expected that all students remain in class until the period is over. The office staff/administration will NOT interrupt a class to have a student released for any reason during this time. If you need to have your student released, please make arrangements for them to leave at passing period, not during class time. If a student finishes their exam early, we will not be able to release them. We want to respect all students during their exam time and allow them to have uninterrupted time to complete their exam. We strive for all students to continue to work hard in their classes and finish the semester strong.

Please make sure you check the lost and found prior to leaving on Thursday, May 23rd, for any items you have misplaced. All items left after Friday, May 24th, will be discarded or donated to Habitat for Humanity.

Bus Schedule:

Buses will pick up at BHS normal schedule Monday-Thursday, May 20th-23rd, and at noon on Friday, May 24th.

Cafeteria Schedule:

Breakfast & lunch will be provided on Monday-Thursday, May 20th-23rd, but will be closed on Friday, May 24th.

Students and families!

Everyone must have their chromebook briefly inspected before departing for summer break!

Students whose guardians have registered for them to take it home over the summer may do so after inspection, or you may choose to have us store it for you over the summer, to pick up on picture day in August. Students whose guardians have not registered them to be taken home must return them to be stored and picked up in August. Failure to do so can result in a charge on your IC account until the chromebook is returned to school for storage (and the chromebook will be locked and unusable). Everyone will keep their charging cord at home and safe over the summer whether the device is being taken or not.

If a guardian has not yet completed the RUP acceptance in order for a student to keep their chromebook over summer, this process must be completed by end of day Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Instructions can be found at this link (and have been in several emails over the last few weeks).

General Details:

• You should plan to bring your chromebook for inspection CHARGED ENOUGH TO TURN ON after your last final for which it is needed.

• The chromebook you have must be checked out to you - if you have someone else's, you will still be expected to locate and bring yours. If you want to know what chromebook number is checked out to you, you can contact Ms. Barrett or stop by the library.

If you are able to have your chromebook reviewed/turn it in for storage on Monday or Tuesday of finals week (because you don't need it for the rest of finals), you will return your chromebook to the library.

If you are returning your chromebook on Wednesday or Thursday, you will return your chromebook in the commons once the last final you'll need it for is complete.

• Chromebook collection in the commons will begin at 10:45 on Wednesday, May 22 (for those who don't need it 5th, 7th, or 8th and don’t have a 6th period). It will run until 2pm, so if you don't need it for Thursday's finals, return it before leaving Wednesday!

• Chromebook collection in the commons will begin at 9:30 on Thursday, May 23, for those who don't need it 5th and don't have a 7th. It will run until 2pm, so anyone who still has theirs after 7th period can return it. If for some reason you do not return your chromebook during/after 7th on Thursday, you will be contacted and asked to return to school with it on Thursday or Friday; failure to do so can result in your chromebook being locked, even if you registered for permission to take it home during the summer.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email Ms. Barrett at carin.barrett@tsd.org

Please make sure you are reading this section of the newsletter weekly as important information will be provided here.

Graduation is May 25, 2024 at 9:00am at Max Marr Stadium.

Senior Awards Ceremony will be held May 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Berthoud High School Auditorium. We request seniors check-in on the commons stage by 5:50 PM.

Graduation Ceremony Photos: Lifetouch Photography will be on site for the graduation ceremony and will be taking picture of the graduates as they receive their diploma. Please click on this link to to view/order the pictures after the ceremony.

Elementary & Middle School Senior March/Parade Information:

Did you go to a local elementary or middle school within TSD? If yes, please click on the link below for all the schools participating in a Class of 2024 senior march/parade.

https://www.tsd.org/grad-walks

Graduation Letter & Important Information: English, Spanish (this was also emailed to all families and seniors on 3/12/24 & 4/1/24)

Students: Remember that every student is required to log 20 hours of community service as a graduation requirement; don’t wait to get started! You can pick up the sheet to record your hours in the library or print at home using this link, AND YOU MUST TAKE A SHEET TO AN EVENT TO BE SIGNED BY THE SUPERVISING NONPROFIT OR AGENCY.

Please see Ms. Barrett in the library to submit completed forms or for ideas on additional service opportunities.

Start planning to earn some hours this summer!

Berthoud Historical Society Summer Concert Series, 224 Mountain Avenue, Berthoud, Colorado 80513

BHS needs 5 students to help with SET UP and/or TAKE DOWN of the equipment used to put on concerts in our courtyard. SET UP (10:00-11:30 AM) includes: using a leaf blower to clean the courtyard concert area, wipe-down of chairs, setting up rows of chairs, setting up tables, setting up of shade structures, setting out garbage containers. TAKE DOWN (8:30-9:30PM) includes: stacking and putting chairs away, folding up tables, taking down the shade structures, emptying trash containers, loading 2-3 coolers into a SUV.

To volunteer, see the sign up options at this link!

Interested in Volunteering even more at the Berthoud Historical Society/Pioneer Museum? Complete this Volunteer Screening Form!

Opportunities Vary, AccentCare Hospice, 4065 St Cloud Dr Suite 200, Loveland, CO 80538

AccentCare Hospice has several hospice volunteer opportunities for high school students. Students can volunteer as little as 30 minutes per week. These experiences provide valuable volunteer hours for students interested in healthcare and counseling.

Students under age 18 can make visits to patients in facilities, so long as they always go in pairs. There are also indirect care opportunities including making phone calls to family members and crafts. There are various onboarding requirements and trainings depending on the level of involvement ranging from 6 hours over 2 weeks to 16 hours over 5 weeks; if you are interested in these opportunities, see more explanation below and contact Christy Haeuptle at ChristinaHaeuptle@accentcare.com or 970-717-6033.

Girls golf competed in the league championships this week in Sterling and brought home the win! Your 2024 Patriot League girls golf team champions are Mason Premer, Brooklyn Tychsen, Malia Sylva, Rosie Hirai. Well done ladies! You make us Spartan Proud!

We are happy to be able to share an exciting new athletic opportunity. Girls flag football is now being offered in the fall season with our TSD district team. Mountain View High School will be hosting this competitive new program. Please see the flyer from MVHS and complete this google document expressing your interest.

Please complete the following survey to express your interest today. TSD Dance Survey

A reminder email will be sent to families and athletes as we get closer to the fall season. Big Teams will open registration on July 1st, 2024.

Deadline to register is as follows:

Cross Country - August 2nd, 2024

Football - August 2nd, 2024

Boys Golf - July 26th, 2024

Boys Soccer - August 2nd, 2024

Softball - August 2nd, 2024

Cheer - August 2nd, 2024

Girls Volleyball- August 2nd, 2024

Deadline to participate in TSD district athletic programs will vary. Connect with your host school for details.

TVHS - Beth Mierau 970-613-7932 beth.mierau@tsd.org

LHS - Jackie Anderson 970-613-5273 jackie.anderson@tsd.org

MVHS - Heather Kahl 970-613-7826 heather.kahl@tsd.org

Will your sports physical expire this summer? Don’t delay - Schedule your appointment now! 2024-2025 CHSAA Approved Pre-Participation Evaluation form is linked here. Only submit page 4 into Big Teams.

Mon, May 20th:

Girls Golf State Events @ The Olde Course TBD

Tues, May 21st:

Girls Golf State Events @ The Olde Course TBD

Schedule is subject to change. Please visit our BHS website at berthoudspartans.org for the most up to date schedule.

Algebra 1 Opt-Out for Current Freshman:

Students/Parents may choose to NOT receive high school credit for qualifying middle school courses. Click HERE for the High School Credit for Middle School Courses Opt-Out Form. ***The deadline to submit this form is the last day of the student’s freshman year.

• Aims BEST stands for Battle of Energy, Science, and Technology

• Aims BEST is a four day science and technology camp where students participate on teams to complete STEM-related projects.

• Projects could be; bridge building, robot programming, scavenger hunts, and glider construction.

• Teams are awarded points for their performance and the winning team receives a trophy.

• Event will run from July 15-18 from 9am to 3pm each day.

• Event is open to all area high school students including those entering high school as a freshman in Fall 2024 and those graduating from high school in May of 2024.

• The event is free for all attendees. The deadline to register is May 31, 2024. The attached flier has more details including registration information.

• Students can register at Aims.com/BEST

Concurrent Enrollment - ***Deadline has passed***:

• Concurrent Enrollment - Campus Select (Note: THIS DOES NOT PERTAIN TO TCC/TVHS/CAREER ACADEMY PROGRAMS): Was due Friday, May 17th - Deadline to complete Concurrent Enrollment Checklist and submit ALL necessary documents to the counseling secretary, Emmie Bauer-Sanchez in the BHS counseling office at emmie.bauer-sanchez@tsd.org, if enrolling at AIMS or FRCC for the Fall 2024 semester.

*ASCENT APPLICATION EXTENSION: Deadline 5/20/24*

Attention Seniors!!!

• FREE YEAR AT FRCC OR AIMS

• The ASCENT application deadline has been extended to 5/20/24

• The district will also consider paying for up to six college credits this summer to help students qualify to be ASCENT students.

• As a reminder to be an ASCENT student you need a total of 9 college credits.

• ASCENT students get to walk with their class of 2024 and have their grad parties. They just won't pick up their diploma until the following year.

• ASCENT students are "5th year high school students" who do not attend high school classes. Instead they go to FRCC or Aims full time.

• The district pays for tuition, fees, and books.

If you are interested in doing this, please see your counselor ASAP so we can help you get started on the ASCENT application.

ASCENT/TREP Registration Form

FLY Counseling, LLC:

• Now offering group therapy for teens & accepting most commercial insurance!

• Contact therapist Jill Popp, LPC, ATR, RYT for group interest at Jill@fly-counseling.com or for questions call 970-430-6477.

• You will need to enroll as a client and fill out therapy paperwork. Reserve a spot today!

Scholarships:

• Visit our BHS Scholarships Opportunities page to stay up to date on all the current scholarships available.
  

FAFSA NEWS for Class of 2024:

The 2024–25 FAFSA form is now available. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

• More information found at the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE)

FAFSA News:

• FAFSA Thursdays: Every other Thursday, starting Thursday, May 23, 2024 (4pm-6pm)

• (5/23, 6/6, 6/20)

• Front Range Larimer Campus - Mount Antero Building Rm. 207, Entrance MA02

• To assist students and families with the FAFSA, the FRCC Financial Aid Office will be hosting several workshops throughout the spring. Check the events calendar for more information.

• What to Bring:

• FSA ID

• FAFSA Contributor Information (Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number - if applicable)

• 2022 Federal Tax Return

• 2022 W-2 Forms

• Social Security Number/Alien Registration Number

ALL students that drive to BHS are required to display a parking permit in their vehicle to park on campus. Please register your vehicle at the following link: http://bit.ly/bhspermit or use the QR code posted by the main office for your FREE parking permit (1st=free, if replacement is needed=$2.00/ea.) Once you have completed the form and it has been processed, you will be called to the office to pick up your permit. The permits are good until they graduate and will be turned in at that time.

Why is this necessary? For the students and staff safety we need information on every vehicle here at the school. Any vehicle without a permit or who is parked in violation of other school rules or laws may receive a Parking Violation from BHS. First offense is a $20.00 fine and fines go up for second and third violations. Payment must be made to the school’s Bookkeeping Office within 14 days after receiving the violation. Continual violations or a serious violation may result in loss of parking privileges at BHS. If you have any questions, please speak with SRO Deputy, Vince Mosley or Campus Security

Counseling Registrar: (970)613-7711

Counseling Secretary: (970)613-7710

Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:00 am - 4:00 pm W

School Hours: 8:30 am - 3:50 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:30 am - 3:50 pm W

Doors open for students: 8:15 am M, T, Th, F & 9:15 am W

Website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/berthoudhs
Location: 850 Spartan Ave, Berthoud, CO, USA
Phone: (970)613-7700