This Week @ BHS

Posted Date: 3/23/25 (3:21 PM)

This Week @ BHS

March 23rd

Hello Panthers!

This Week @ BHS – Spring is in the Air!

We hope you're enjoying the first days of spring—fingers crossed for some wonderful weather ahead! With Varsity and JV athletics kicking off last week and Junior High Spring sports starting tomorrow, Monday, March 24th, it’s an exciting time at BHS.

We are incredibly proud to announce our Valedictorian for the Class of 2025, Riley Altman, and our Salutatorian, Jamisyn Cerny! Congratulations to both on their outstanding achievements!

Friday’s Junior High Dance was a great success—well attended, full of energy, and yes... there was even some dancing! Looking ahead, we can’t wait for Seussical, the High School Musical, running April 4-6.

Later this week, I’ll be sharing important details about spring and end-of-year testing. In the meantime, please review this email for upcoming events and information on SEL Day, taking place on Friday, April 11th.

SEL Day - Friday, April 11th

As we head into Spring Recess, we’re excited to celebrate SEL Day on Friday, April 11th! This special day will be filled with grade-level and subject-specific activities designed to support social-emotional learning and well-being.

By popular demand, we’re bringing back "Grit and Wit," a fan favorite from last year! Students who want to participate must submit a signed waiver—these can be turned in to 1st-period teachers or the main office (if no 1st-period class). The waiver is attached to this email.

Additionally, we are launching an SEL Care Package and Supply Drive to support our community. Please check out the attached flyer for more details on how to contribute.

It’s going to be a great day—we can’t wait to see our students in action!

Seussical the Musical – April 4, 5 & 6!

Don't miss this year's All-School Musical, Seussical! Join us for an unforgettable performance filled with music, laughter, and your favorite Dr. Seuss characters. Shows will take place on Friday, April 4th, Saturday, April 5th, and Sunday, April 6th.

We’re also hosting a special Senior Citizen Dress Rehearsal on Thursday, April 3rd.

Tickets are just $5, so gather your friends and family and come support our talented students. It’s going to be an amazing show—we hope to see you there!

Other News & Important Dates

📆 Mark Your Calendars!

Friday, April 4 – The 3rd Marking Period wraps up for JHS & HS. Finish strong, Panthers!
Tuesday & Wednesday, April 8-9 – NYS Middle Level ELA Testing – Here is the link to this year's Middle Level State Assessment form: https://forms.office.com/r/bWRkrP1qqQ
Wednesday, April 9 @ 10:00 AM – Spring NCAA Signing Ceremony – Come celebrate our student-athletes as they take the next step in their journey!
Thursday, April 10 @ 7:00 PM – HS Freshman Orientation in the HS Library – Future high schoolers, this night is for you!
April 14-18 – Spring Break! Hang in there, Panthers—just a little longer until a well-earned breather!

Safety First: Emergency Response & Lockdown Drill

As part of our commitment to safety, we’ll be conducting a Lockdown Drill on March 26th. This is an important opportunity to review NYS Emergency Response protocols and ensure we’re all prepared.

Help Wanted!

BHS is looking for dedicated team members!

Preschool Aide – Help shape our littlest learners.
Permanent Subs & Classroom Aides – Support our students and staff in a meaningful way.

If you or someone you know is interested, reach out for more details!

Let me know if you’d like any more energy or emphasis on certain parts!

P.R.O.U.D. Panther Initiative & Kids in Seats Update

Great news, Panthers! Our P.R.O.U.D. Panther Initiative and Kids in Seats Program have been working together seamlessly, giving our students incredible opportunities to attend professional sports events.

So far, our lucky attendees have brought some serious good luck—we’re an undefeated 4-0 at Islanders games! This week, a group of students will be heading out to catch both the Islanders and the Brooklyn Nets in action.

And there’s more to come! We’re expecting MLB tickets for the Mets and Yankees soon, along with tickets for the Long Island Ducks, professional soccer, and hopefully more NHL and NBA games! Stay tuned for details on upcoming opportunities.