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Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
BASH Week In Review February 19, 2016
*Please be sure to view our “Additional Enclosures” in the BASH Week In Review e-newsletter mailing for
important documents supplementing the BASH Week In Review!
The All New BASH Writing Center:
The writing center is located in the 617 Computer Lab (above the library) and is open Monday – Friday during Flex.
The purpose of this writing center is to serve as an open resource for all students to come and receive one-on-one
tutoring to improve their writing abilities.
The BASH Writing Center is based off a collegiate model and will be a handy resource for all writing tasks that are
assigned by BASH teachers. Whether students are at the beginning of an assignment, in the middle of completing it,
or have already completed it, students are encouraged to access the writing center to receive tutoring.
Students can see any one of their teachers to obtain a writing center pass.
From The BASH School Counseling Office:
Thursday, February 25th: A representative from PHEAA (PA Higher Ed Assistance Agency) will be in the Library
during FLEX period to assist students with creating their FSA (Federal Student Aid) ID. The FSA ID is necessary to
obtain should you be applying for any type of financial assistance for college or technical school. Creating your ID
will take approximately 20 minutes, so please be prompt!
Monday, March 7th- Senior students and their parents are invited to attend a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal
Student Aid) Completion Workshop in Room 613 at the high school. Sessions are being offered at 5:30 & 6:30. The
Spirit and Art Lobby doors will be open for access. Parents and students who attend, must have their FSA ID created
at least a week in advance and should bring along their tax and financial information in order to complete the
FAFSA. Representatives from MCCC’s Financial Aid Office will be present to assist with any questions. Call the
School Counseling Office at 610-473-3690 to reserve your spot today!
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Walking Path From The North (Student) Parking Lot) & Traffic Pattern:
Walking access to and from the BASH east entrance via the access road from the north (student) parking lot should be
through utilization of the “cattle chute” (between the temporary barriers and the access road wall) ONLY. For your
safety, please DO NOT walk on the roadway between the temporary barriers and the guard rail. The access road will
now be open to traffic ONE WAY ONLY from the east entrance parking lot to the north (student) parking lot. Please
DO NOT utilize the access road in a vehicle from the north (student) parking lot to the east entrance parking lot as
this is the WRONG direction. Please be sure to follow the directions of ALL posted signage.
Attention Parents/Guardians of 2016 Seniors:
It’s time to congratulate your student for all of his/her high school achievements, send your senior an inspiring
message as they prepare to start the next chapter of their lives, or remember a personal moment with your child. What
better way to do all of the above, and more, than through a Bear Baby Page!
Please print the form (using the link provided below), follow the directions, and submit payment to BEAR.
http://www.boyertownasd.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=8&ModuleInstanceID=1950&ViewID=047
E6BE3-6D87-4130-8424-D8E4E9ED6C2A&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=8206&PageID=9
Questions should be directed to BASH Yearbook Advisors Ms. Diaz ([email protected]) OR and Mrs. Folk
Boyertown “Y” Flyer:
Please see flyer under the week in review week 1-15-16 additional enclosures for information about the Boyertown
“Y.”
AP Exam Registration Is Here:
All students interested in sitting for the 2016 AP exam must pick up registration materials in the counseling office
beginning February 3, 2016. The test fee for each exam is $83.00 and only a check or money order may be submitted
for payment. Payment must be submitted directly to the School Counseling office and payable to Boyertown Area
Senior High. You only need one registration form (see this week’s additional enclosures for a registration from) and
check/money order for all exams being selected. If you receive free or reduced lunch, your payment will be reduced
and is not due at the time of registration. For students not receiving free or reduced lunch, your payment is due with
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
your registration. All registrations are due to the counseling office NO LATER THAN Tuesday, March 22,
2016. This is the absolute last day registration will be accepted. No exceptions. All payments are final and are a
commitment to take the exam. Students not taking AP exams will be scheduled for an EOCA in this content area. If
you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Greener a [email protected] or 610-473-3692.
BASH Preschool Registration For The 2016/2017 School Year:
The BASH Preschool is currently taking registrations for the 2016-2017 school year. This is a wonderful program
available to both residents and employees of the Boyertown School District. Children can attend either the
Wednesday/Friday morning class or the Tuesday/Thursday afternoon class. See this week’s additional enclosures for
brochure, letter and registration form for more information. Please feel free to contact Mrs. Pam Yanusko at
[email protected] should you have any additional questions.
Recruiting Seminar: Guiding the College-Bound Athlete (Wednesday, March 2):
Mr. Palladino, BASD Athletic Director, has contracted with Dynamite Sports to conduct an hour-long seminar
entitled “Guiding the College-Bound Athlete” on Wednesday, March 2nd at 7:30 p.m. in the Senior High LGI. The
seminar will cover what it takes to be a college athlete mentally, physically, and academically. Information about
athletic scholarships, the recruiting process, finding the right college, and looking for financial aid/scholarships will
be presented. Please contact Mr. Palladino at [email protected] with questions.
Program of Studies For The 2016/2017 School Year:
On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 Boyertown Area School District Board of School Director’s approved the 2016/2017
school year Program Of Studies (POS). The access for this POS document can be obtained by clicking the links
provided below…
http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/94
http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1294
http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/4113
Substitute Aides/Paraprofessionals Needed:
Our school district has immediate openings for substitute aides/paraprofessionals. Positions will vary from three to
six and a half hours daily with an hourly wage of $9.88. Applications are accessible on our website,
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
www.boyertownasd.org, or you can pick one up at the Education Center. If you have any questions, please call 610-
369-7606.
Mary Poppins Tickets For Sale:
Tickets will now be sold starting this Wednesday evening January 6, 2016 at the BASH East Entrance from 6:00PM-
8:00PM. Tickets will be available for sale every Wednesday night until the end of March.
Tickets may also be ordered by printing off the order form from the BASD website. Please complete the paperwork,
send in the money, and a self-addressed, stamped envelope C/O Jeff Brunner at BASH. Just go
to http://www.boyertownasd.org and find Mary Poppins Tickets on the Quick Links on the right hand side of the
page.
The dates and times for the show are as follows…
Thursday, April 7 – 7:00PM
Friday, April 8 – 7:00PM
Saturday, April 9 – 7:00PM
Sunday, April 10 – 2:00PM
All seats are reserved and are selling fast. The price of admission is $12.00/ticket.
“Navigating the Teen Years – Support for Parents:”
Spring Ford Counseling Services at 201 North Fourth Avenue (Suite 101) in Royersford PA (19468) is sponsoring a
program to assist parents relative to navigating the teen years. These sessions will be held on Wednesday evening’s 1-
6-16, 1-13-16, 1-20-16, and 1-27-16. Feel free to attend one, two, r all sessions
Tech Fest 2016:
Hey students, do you love showing off what you can do with technology? How about sharing your projects with us at
the BASD Tech Fest? The Student Showcase will take place on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Jr. High West. See the
first link below for an entertaining introduction from Mrs. Hanna and Mrs. Hester. The second link provides more
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
information about the project requirements and registration procedures. See your teachers or e-mail Mrs. Hanna
[email protected] or Mrs. Hester [email protected] with questions.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riG-xdIQovo
https://sites.google.com/a/student.boyertownasd.org/techfest16/student-showcase
Tech Fest 2016: How your business or organization can help:
We have had a great response so far to our call for projects from students and teachers. To thank the students, we
want to be able to raffle off prizes and provide all with a Student Showcase t-shirt. Please consider urging your
business or organization to make a donation to help us realize that goal. Checks should be made out to “BASD
Activity Fund”. See this week’s additional enclosures for more information or if you have questions. Thank you in
advance for your support!
BASD 2016/2017 School Calendar: On December 8, 2015 the Board of School Directors approved the 2016-2017 Student Calendar. A copy of the
calendar was enclosed in the 12-11-16 Week in Review’s additional enclosures. It is also posted on our District
website as well as the BASH website. Next year’s calendar is similar to our current calendar.
Rotary Youth Exchange:
Rotary District 7430 is currently seeking candidates for the Youth Exchange Program for 2016/2017. Every Year
about 8,000 students are trained by Rotary International and ESSEX volunteers to be unofficial ambassadors of their
community and country. Please see flyer under past week’s (10-16-15) additional enclosures for more information.
Post Prom 2016 Fundraising Information:
Please click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/2460 which will allow for you to access various information relative
to post prom 2016 including fundraising flyers and information regarding post prom 2016 fundraising efforts. Please
support post prom 2016 with their fundraising efforts as they strive to provide a post prom evening that is safe and fun
for our students.
Fall Class Schedule:
Studio B is offering several fine arts opportunities. See the flyer in past week’s (10-2-15) additional enclosures for
more details.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Parents & Students of BASH and Bear Creek:
The web address to the group purchase site is:
https://websales.skibearcreek.com/e-commerce/grplogin2.aspx
To log into the account, each group member will need the club name and password that are listed below:
CLUB NAME: WS7
PASSWORD: 16BOYER
*Please note: The club name and passwords should all be capitalized for the login to work.
BASH Week-To-Week Review:
BASH Calendar of Events Reminder…
Please remember to click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/10 which will allow for you to access BASH calendar
of events directly from our BASH website.
BASH Information…
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/106 to sign-up for HAC (Home Access Center) Home Access Center!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/8 to view the following Calendars...
BASD Comprehensive Calendar
2015/2016 SY BASD School Calendar
2015/2016 SY Secondary Day Number Calendar (BASH-JHW-JHE)
2015/2016 SY BCTC School Calendar
Additionally, BASH maintains an extensive calendar on its website. By clicking
http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/8 you can access this calendar by just going to the left side of the homepage
to “View Calendar” and click!
Recent Mailings... Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1269 to access information on letters from the principal’s desk
BASH School Counseling Department Information...
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Class of 2016 Parents and Students: Please sign up for text messages from the School Counseling Office by clicking
on the link below and following the directions on that link. Counselors will be sending text messages out throughout
the year regarding important information for the Class of 2016.
http://pdfs.remind.com/invite?alternate_phone_number=%28484%29+334-
4496&class_code=boy16&class_name=Class+of+2016&phone_number=81010&sms_supported=true&user_signatur
e=B.+Shive
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/126 to access the BASH School Counseling Homepage!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1335 to access information on kids promise support groups at BASH!
NEW – 2016-17 FAFSA Completion Video!
PHEAA’s How to Complete the FAFSA for 2016-17 provides students with timesaving advice and uniquely helpful
tips about completing the FAFSA. If you need to complete the FAFSA form for your child, please take a moment to
view this video. Just click on the link.
College/Career Information!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=86 to access information relative to BASH Career
Portfolio Graduation Requirement information for all senior, junior & sophomore students!
College Visitations to BASH Information!
Post-Secondary School Visitors Calendar- Students may sign up to meet with a representative by securing a pass in
the School Counseling Office. http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/4346
BASH Health Suite (Nurse): Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/919 to access the BASH Health (Nurse's) suite homepage!
BASH Library:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/125 to access the BASH Library homepage!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1300 to access the BASH new library hours!
BASH 1:1 Laptop Initiative Information:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/1224
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
BASH BYOT (Bring Your Own Technology):
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org//site/Default.aspx?PageID=577 to access information for BASD/BASH BYOT!
BASH Concurrent Enrollment:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/97 to access information on an inexpensive way to earn college credits
while still in high school!
BASH No Place For Hate Information...
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/247 to access information relative to BASD/BASH No Place for Hate!
BASH Athletic Department Information... Due to changes in our scheduling programs and procedures, our most current schedules can be found at:
www.schedulestar.com
Click http://www.highschoolsports.net/. To get sports event postponement/cancellation alerts via e-mail or text for all
Boyertown schools! In the top banner, type the school you want to find. After choosing a school, look on the right-
hand side of the screen for the “Fans: Login” button. Follow the procedures given to register for the alerts.
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org//cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=132 to sign up for the "BASD
Athletics” Listserv!
Please see BASH Winter Athletic Schedule, Contest Locations, and Contest Location Directions on the 11-20-15
Week in Review Additional Enclosures.
BASH Cafeteria: Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/40 to access information relative to online lunch payment service!
*Please be advised Boyertown Area School District Food Service Department will never contact you by phone and
request you to place money on a student lunch account by giving your credit card information.
BASH Continuing Education Information...
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/46 to access BASD continuing education class/course offerings!
BASH Departmental Information...
RELA (Reading/Language Arts – English)! N/A
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Math! N/A
Science! N/A
Social Studies! N/A
World Languages! N/A
Related Studies (Music, Art, Business Ed., Tech. Ed., HPE FCS, and NJROTC! N/A
Learning Support (Special Education)! N/A
Gifted Education! N/A
School Counseling N/A
BASD Central Office Information: N/A
Miscellaneous…
N/A
BASH Class Information (Seniors/Juniors/Sophomores)... Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/102 to access information relative to class of 2016, 2017, & 2018.
Class of 2016!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Parents: Now is the time to order your child's cap and gown and graduation stationery products. On Tuesday,
Student Services Company (SSC) presented Graduation Products Program to the senior class and your
son/daughter was given a packet of information to bring home and review with you. The deadline for these orders
is Friday, January 22nd. You can easily place your order for your child's cap and gown, custom announcements
and other graduation products by going to bit.ly/bashgradstore. Your child must purchase a cap and gown in order
to be part of the graduation ceremony. SSC will also have representatives in the cafeteria during all lunch periods
on the 22nd to accept orders and answer questions. If any senior needs ordering information, they can pick those
up from Mr. Fries in Room 711.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
To keep up to date on the Class of 2016 activities, events, and class trip information, students and parents should
join the Class of 2016 Remind 101. To join, text @BASH2016 to (484)652-8782.
CLASS OF 2016 SENOR YEAR IMPORTANT DATES:
Sep. 14- Oct. 2, 2015 $350.00 Class Trip Payment Room 711: 7:10-7:40 A.M.
October 5-9, 2015 Chick-Fila/Soft Pretzel Sale
October 13, 2015 Fundraiser Money Due Room 711: 7:10-7:40 A.M.
Nov. 2- Nov. 13, 2015 $350.00 Class Trip Payment Room 711: 7:10-7:40 A.M.
November 20, 2015 Class Trip Room Sign-up Assembly New Auditorium 1st Period
December 4, 2015 Class Trip Room Sign-up
January 11-15, 2016 Final Class Trip Payment Room 711: 7:10-7:40 A.M.
January 11, 2016 Cap and Gown Assembly New Auditorium
February 26, 2016 Pre-Class Trip Assembly New Auditorium 1st Period
March 15-19, 2016 SENIOR CLASS TRIP!!! ORLANDO, FLORIDA
April 11-15, 2016 Prom Registration Room 711: 7:10-7:40 A.M.
May 13, 2016 PROM!!! Sunnybrook Ballroom
June 5, 2016 Baccalaureate New Auditorium: 7:00 P.M.
June 7, 2016 Graduation Practice/ Picnic Memorial Stadium: 7:40-11 A.M.
June 7, 2016 COMMENCEMENT!!! Memorial Stadium: 7:00 P.M.
BASH Post Prom Information:
PLEASE NOTE: For the remainder of the year, meetings will be the second Monday of every month from 7:30-8:30
p.m. in the BASH Cafeteria.
Here is a list of meeting dates for the year…
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Jan. 11th - Feb. 8th - March 14th - April 11th - May 9th
Follow us on Facebook, BASH Post Prom 2016, and on Twitter, @BASHPostProm16, for updates and information as
well!
STAY INFORMED! IMPORTANT, IMPORTANT, IMPORTANT
There are over 500 students in the 2016 Senior Class. We have lines of communication available; however, we know
we are missing contact information for many senior parents and students. We want to include any parent or student
that would like stay informed, but can only do this if everyone shares our social media sites to help us to reach
everyone so that no one is left out. Please like our Facebook page "BASH Post Prom 2016" or join email list by
contacting [email protected]. Find us on Twitter @BASHPostProm16. Please share with other senior families.
BOYERTOWN BLANKETS FOR SALE!
Blankets are for sale for $30. Black, heather gray or graphite gray with red claw and Boyertown in a soft, durable
sweatshirt material. Great holiday gift, graduation gift or a gift for teammates! Contact [email protected] to
buy a blanket.
SPIRIT WEAR SALE:
Coming Soon!
THANK YOU TO VOLUNTEERS AND SUPPORTERS OF POST PROM 2016!
A special thank you to those who continually give of their time or those who have purchased items to benefit Post
Prom 2016. These students belong to all of us and our job as a community is to give them a memorable and safe
evening, so thank you! We simply could NOT do this without you. Hats off to our AMAZING volunteers!
2016 POST PROM OFFICERS:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the officers listed below:
Co-President: Sheri Waldman - [email protected] Co-President: Michelle Carlier - [email protected]
Vice President: Louise Tulio - [email protected] Secretary: Andrea Elsier - [email protected]
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Treasurer: Christine Cirullo - [email protected] Social Media: Skye Tulio - [email protected]
Parent/Staff Rep.: Pam DeMartino - [email protected]
Class of 2017!
BASH Counselors would like you to join Class of 2017! To receive messages via text, text @boy17 to 81010. You
can opt-out of messages at any time by replying,'unsubscribe@boy17'.
Class of 2018!
BASH Counselors would like you to join Class of 2018! To receive messages via text, text @boy18 to 81010. You
can opt-out of messages at any time by replying, ‘unsubscribe@boy18’.
BASH Club Information...
N/A
Planetarium Information...
Planetarium Information – February
See the attachments under this week’s additional enclosures from Mr. Peter Detterline, planetarium director. Also,
read below for some exciting events happening in our planetarium! The planetarium is located in the back of the
building at the Junior High East Center on Route 73.
Admission to the planetarium is $4 for adults and $2.50 for students and children. The planetarium is located in the
back of the building at the Junior High East Center on Route 73. For more information call director Peter Detterline
at 610-473-3906.
Starwatch (February 11)
A Starwatch is slated for February 11th at 7PM at the Boyertown Planetarium. The program looks at the different sky
events for February including how to use a star map. If the weather is clear, participants will go outside to view these
objects and other wonders of the night sky. If it is cloudy there will be an extended planetarium program.
Looking for Life (February 23)
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Are we alone in the universe? Is there humanoid life out there, and if so what do they look like? How far away are we
from making this discovery? Join the Boyertown Planetarium as we travel through the solar system and beyond
searching for the answers to these important questions. The program is suitable for the whole family and will have
you looking at life in a whole new way. Looking for Life will be presented at the Boyertown Planetarium on Feb
23rd at 7 PM.
Journey to the Planets (March 3)
We were snowed out for this presentation in January, but the star show Journey to the Planets has been rescheduled
for March 3rd at 7 PM. Study the far distant moons, gigantic storms, monstrous volcanoes and more as we take a
close look at each of the eight planets. A very special part of the program will be devoted to Pluto, the dwarf planet,
incorporating the latest NASA images. What we’re learning about this world is absolutely astounding. Journey to
these exotic worlds with the Boyertown Planetarium.
BASH Committee Information... N/A
Former BASH Week-In-Review Information…
School Nutrition Program Information:
As per federal regulations of the School Nutrition Program and the PA Department of Education Division of Food and
Nutrition, the School Food Authority (SFA) is required to give periodic notifications regarding the School Breakfast
Program and its offerings. Please see enclosed Breakfast Announcement under past week’s (10-16-15) additional
enclosures.
Vehicle Access To The BASH Campus:
Visitors may NOT utilize the construction entrance off of Montgomery Avenue to access the BASH campus. Visitors
are to continue using the Monroe Street entrance accessible from the Boyertown Borough. Student drop-off and pick-
up can continue to utilize the Madison Avenue entrance from the Boyertown Borough. Drop-off and pick-up will
continue to be at the east entrance of t BASH. Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and flexibility.
Important Parking Information:
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
For all students who will be purchasing a parking permit—be advised that there have been changes made in our
parking procedures due to the construction project here at BASH. Due to the increase in staff here at the Senior High,
the entire parking lot located directly behind the auditorium (“band lot”) is now for staff parking only. Additionally,
the two-tiered lot adjacent to Monroe Street is for construction contractor parking only. All students are to park in the
new paved lot (old stone lot) located below the “band lot.”
When you purchase and have been issued a parking tag which you MUST display face out, from your rear-view
mirror. The number on the tag is simply a means of identifying your vehicle in the BASH lot, YOU DO NOT HAVE
AN ASSIGNED SPACE. Parking will be on a first come, first served bases. Please be cognizant that parking
locations may change throughout the course of the 2015/2016 school year due to the construction project. If you need
to drive a different vehicle to school it must be registered before school starts for the day. ANY VEHICLE PARKED
IN A STAFF SPACE, NOT DISPLAYING A PARKING PERMIT TAG, OR NOT PROPERLY REGISTERED
WILL BE TICKETED!
As always, you may not share your parking permit with another student unless you are siblings. In that case, both
siblings need to be registered to that permit number. Students who are found to be sharing their permit with an
unregistered student will lose their parking privilege at the discretion of their grade level principal.
Please remember, unpaid parking tickets will become an obligation & loss of privilege.
ATTENTION BASH STUDENTS PARKING IN THE CVS PLAZA PARKING LOT:
Parents, please remind your student driver that the CVS plaza parking lot is for private use of patrons utilizing the
stores in that plaza. Please be cognizant that parking in that lot during/throughout the school day will leave you
vulnerable to having your vehicle ticketed and/or towed at your expense
BASH Photo ID’s:
All BASH students will be required to have their photo ID displayed (we will provide every student with a lanyard)
throughout the school day. Students will need to utilize their photo ID’s while “scanning” in and out of OC, scanning
in and out of off-campus lunch privilege (OCLP), purchasing lunch in the cafeteria etc. Students are required to
present their photo ID upon any BASH staff member’s request. All BASH staff members are identified through
having their photo ID badges displayed at all times.
Sophomore Career Portfolio Assignment additional Requirement:
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
As an addition to the career portfolio graduation requirements, ALL sophomore students are now required to complete an online Digital Driver’s License (DDL) – High School Units ONLY - component in order to complement the 1:1 laptop computer initiative. The due date for this requirement to stay current with career portfolio obligations is Friday, January 22, 2016. Beginning Monday, December 14, 2015 through Tuesday, December 22, 2015, ALL sophomore students will have time in their FLEX assignment to work to complete this requirement. STUDENTS MUST LIST THEIR HOMEROOM TEACHER/ADVISOR (HR/ADV) AS THEIR TEACHER WHILE COMPLETING THE DDL. Student help desk in the BASH library will be available during FLEX for assistance. Additionally, provided below is the constructed response question that must be completed at the conclusion of the DDL requirement:
● What does it mean to be a digital citizen? After completing the modules of the Digital Driver’s License,
analyze two themes you feel are most important and why. What are the specific impacts on students and
society related to those themes?
Both the DDL certificate of completion and the constructed response MUST be uploaded to ALL sophomore students
career portfolio by the Friday, January 22, 2016 to remain current with career portfolio obligations.
ACT-ASPIRE Results:
On Wednesday, February 17, 2016 during Flex, all sophomore students will report to the AUD to go over their Aspire
test results. That morning, HR teachers will pass out the results to the students in preparation for the meeting.
Sophomore AM BCTC students will meet in the Academy Rooms when they return during 5th period to go over their
scores. Your son/daughter are to bring the results from his/her ACT-Aspire home for your review.
Provided below is a 12 minute video on the ACT-Aspire Website that explains the students’ scores. Please feel free
to access this video to address any questions you may have regarding your son/daughter’s results.
http://www.discoveractaspire.org/parent-overview/understanding-results/
News from the BASH Library:
Starting on Monday, February 8, 2016, students will no longer need to sign up for a Library Pass to use the Library.
Yeah! No more yellow Library passes. This is how it will work…it will be very similar to Open Campus and the
Security procedures….
If students are scheduled for Open Campus and want to use the Library, they will report directly to the Library
at the beginning of their assigned period. Their ID will be scanned and attendance will be reported to the
Open Campus personnel. After their ID is scanned, they will find a seat in the Library or ask to use a
computer.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
If students are scheduled for the LGI, they will still need to get a green pass signed by the teacher for whom
they need to complete work. They will report directly to the Library at the beginning of their assigned period –
show their signed-green pass with their ID and the LGI will be notified of their attendance. After their ID is
scanned, they will find a seat in the Library or ask to use a computer.
If students want to use the Library during Flex (between 2nd and 3rd periods) – The procedure is not going to
change. They will need to go to the Library before Flex to sign up for a Pink pass. They will still need to have
the pink pass signed by their Flex teacher before arriving at the Library for Flex.
If students are an AM BCTC student wanting to use the Library on their return from BCTC, they will report
directly to the Library. Their ID will be scanned and the LGI or Open Campus will be notified of their
attendance. After their ID is scanned, they will find a seat in the Library or ask to use a computer.
If students have any questions, they can please ask the Library Staff or their Open Campus and LGI Staff.
In-house Open Campus (OC) Versus SH (LGI) Clarification:
We have been receiving some questions regarding Open Campus (OC) privilege opportunity afforded to BASH
students and study hall (typically the LGI) placement. Provided below is information explaining how students may
lose the OC privilege and be placed into a quiet study hall (typically the LGI):
OC privilege
o Students may appropriately use electronic devices, participate in light conversation with their peers,
use available snack vending machines, and have the availability to acquire passes to go to the library or
other authorized building locations
Reasons for student loss of OC privilege resulting in a quiet study hall placement
o A final quarterly grade below a 70% in any one of his/her courses (core content and/or related studies)
as measured from the previous quarter’s final grades (PLEASE NOTE: Initial placement for the
2014/2015 school year is based on current sophomore, junior, and senior students who had a final
course grade of below a 70% in any one of his/her courses from the 2013/2014 SY)
o Non-completion of a financial obligation (e.g. lost book replacement)
o Non-completion of a previously assigned consequence by established due date (e.g. overdue detention)
o Non-completion of career portfolio graduation requirement at the conclusion of the designated school
year
Career Portfolio Graduation Requirement Information:
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Continuing this 2015/2016 school year, students will now have placed on his/her report card and transcript, progress
attained on the Career Portfolio Graduation Project requirement. At the conclusion of each quarter and school year,
homeroom teachers/advisors will be required to enter either a “P” (Pass) or an “F” (Fail) for each of the students on
their respective homeroom rosters based on the completion of the requirements for that particular quarter or school
year. The “P” or the “F” will be the result of properly maintaining the records of each of the students assigned to them
as the homeroom teacher/advisor through the notebooks turned into the School Counseling Office.
A student with the expected completed requirements for each of the three years at BASH (10-11-12) will receive the
“P” rating for that particular quarter/year. A student NOT completing the expected requirements for each of the three
years at BASH (10-11-12) will receive the “F” rating for that particular quarter/year. Students receiving an “F” for
either a quarter or year will not have access to BASH privileges until the next subsequent quarter/year report indicates
a “P” for passing.
Please feel free to contact Mrs. Mason (Class of 2017 Grade Level/Assistant Principal) who serves as the
Administrator for the Career Portfolio Graduation Project requirement should you have any additional questions.
Smart Snack Nutrition Standards:
Provided below is information relative to the new USDA standards regarding food & snacks in school which had been
implemented last July 1, 2014.
The standards may be accessed via the following link…
www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/governance/legislation/allfoods.htm
These standards do not relate to evening events at school that serve food (e.g. Fall Festival, sports events, etc.) and do
not relate to classroom celebrations where a student, parent, or staff member brings food for a special event. We do
not need to alter our practices in these areas.
These standards do not relate to food sales or fund raisers that deliver the food products outside of school, and/or on a
non-school day and/or in the evening.
The standards do apply to the following:
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Food items that do not meet the standards and are sold at school from midnight through 30 minutes following
the end of the student school day (this would be 3:18PM for BASH)
Schools are limited to approving up to 10(HS only) or 5 (JH and elementary) fund raiser events that sell food
items that do NOT meet standards during the period described above per school year
Each approved event per above can take place for no longer than one week
Provided below is the process that will be utilized for approval of fundraisers at BASH that do NOT meet the
standards…
Request for these types of fundraisers MUST be submitted by September 26, 2014
Each group/club/ organization will be permitted to submit their request for only ONE fundraiser per school
year on a first come first served basis
All internal groups/clubs/ organizations will be given preference for approval
All approvals are completed and returned to the group/club/ organization by the administration
Requests that are incomplete will not be considered
All other fundraisers should be submitted as per past practice.
Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Dr. E. Wayne Foley, Class of 2015 Grade
Level/Assistant Principal
Raptor System Update:
We are pleased to share that all Boyertown Area Schools continue with the Raptor Identification System for this
2015-2016 school year. This system is located in each school office. We will be requiring that all school visitors/
volunteers provide a driver’s license or other government-issued identification card and the visitor/volunteer will be
able to proceed into the school as planned. School staff will swipe the card to determine if the individual is a
registered sex offender. In most cases the system will issue a temporary ID badge to wear during a visit or volunteer
activity. If the system lists any offender information, the principal will intervene and the individual will not be
permitted to enter the school outside of the school office area. Individuals who need to drop off or pick up materials
in the school office will not be required to use the system. This system was identified as a safety improvement by our
District and Building Safety Teams. Through our successful application to the Safe Schools Grant, we obtained
outside funding for all of this equipment. Additional information on the Raptor System can be found on our District
website at http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/1179. We thank all parents, guardians and visitors in advance for
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
your cooperation as we implement this new system. We are committed to continuing to provide a safe school
environment for all students, staff and community members.