This week reminded me why I love my job and am proud to be the Principal of BFA. Along with Guidance Counselors, I was able to present awards to seven of our hardworking students (see photos below). After we chatted in the principal's office, it was terrific to be able to go outside, discuss the importance of striving for excellence (it does matter) and have students take off their masks (one at a time) in order to get their pictures taken. These accomplishments would have typically been recognized at an all-school assembly; however, it was great to hear one recipient say, “I think this is my all-time favorite personal assembly!” This week also saw more direct work with students on a variety of topics. The bi-weekly Wednesday afternoon student leadership-administration meetings are always a highlight; with this week being no less the case. We saw the addition of several BFA Student Council members with an outcome of senior privileges being created; this now needs to go to the MRUSD School Board for approval. Senior Class President Thomas Remillard will be informing all seniors of the details immediately after the Board presentation. The ideas for an amazing and creative Spirit Week and Homecoming are in place and I look forward to hearing the possibilities as soon as Student Council and the Athletic Council are ready to meet with administration.
Our assemblies are ever closer to being ready. BFA/NCTC 's Student-led Assembly is another step closer to reality thanks to a weekly meeting, several emails, and more work from Zach Lovejoy.
Mr. Bushey has been working with staff, students, and community to see our Tuesday, November 10th Veteran's Day Virtual Assembly will be ready for all the community to view.
When I had the honor of representing District 1 (New England) principals on the National Association of Secondary Principals (NASSP) Board, I was asked to create and post a brief statement of what I do as a principal. My single sentence read, “To actualize student potential”. This week enabled me to witness some of that first hand, look forward to more of that next week and be excited about the future.
Have a great (hopefully extended) weekend.
Sincerely,
Brett Blanchard
Principal
Photos and More Information
Senior recognized for kindness:
2019-2020 Awards presented this week:
BFA Senior Night under the lights:
Fall Cheerleading:
Soccer:
