Please note the last day of school for Grades 9-11:
Blue Group = Monday, June 14th
Green Group = Tuesday, June 15th
Seniors graduate on Saturday, June 12th
Summer Programs: REGISTRATION BEGINS ON MAY 17th. See your counselor to sign up.
WHY STANDARDIZED TESTING!?
Standardized testing offers insight into BFA's teaching and learning compared to other schools in the area and in the nation. The data help teachers inform their teaching, and helps the district make curricular and programming decisions to insure that Maple Run Unified School District students are receiving the best education. Testing can also be viewed as the "State Championship" game for academics. Encourage your student to do their best. BFA can be #1 in the state not only in Hockey and Basketball but also in academics!
SPRING STANDARDIZED TESTING SCHEDULE 9th & 11th Grade
Grade | Date | Time | Test Subject Area | *Location |
9 | Wed. May 19 | 7:30-11:00 | SBAC Mathematics | Advisory room |
11 | Wed. May 19 | 12:00- 3:00 | VSA - Vermont Science Assessment | Advisory room |
9 | Wed. May 26 | 7:30-11:00 | SBAC English Language Arts | Advisory room |
9 & 11 | Wed. June 2 | 7:30- TBD | All Make-up tests for any student who missed the test or needs to finish. | Library |
*If you don't have an assigned advisor, report to the library. *Virtual Academy report to the library.
- Please arrive by the time listed above.
- Enter through the connector only.
- Bring a fully charged Chromebook, power adapter, and headphones that plug into the Chromebook. BFA has headphones for those who need them.
- Students who are taking the test are not required to attend other classes on testing day. All students who are not testing are still required to attend class.
- Students may not leave until the end of the testing session.
- Students will not be allowed to have phones until dismissal.
- Students should bring a book or paper-based schoolwork to do after completing the test. Do not plan on using your Chromebook when you finish the test.
- Food will be provided.
- Busses will pick up 9th graders at the regularly scheduled route in the morning on the 19th and 26th. Busses will leave BFA at 11:05.
- If an 11th grader needs bus transportation, please contact tbrunelle@maplerun.org to request pick up by Monday at 3:00pm.
National Nurses Appreciation Day:
https://www.healthvermont.gov/
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What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids:
https://www.healthvermont.gov/
Senior Jayden Bedard has been honored as a 2021 Harbor Freight Fellow. Jayden interned for over 120 hours working as an HVAC technician across Northern Vermont. He is currently taking an HVACR certification course and is well prepared to join the workforce full time upon graduation.
National Technical Honor Society May 10th Event:
United Theater - Painting for upcoming performance:
Theatre Students Film Premiere May 11
BFA Theatre Students perform their student-written script ICEolation for a live stream Tuesday evening.
Spring Sports:
May 11, 2021
It is hard to believe that we are one month away from graduation! Congratulations in advance to all seniors for reaching this milestone! It is an exciting and challenging time as there is a flurry of things going on. Seniors, know that if you have any questions during this time, please feel free to to see me, email, or call me.
As Dr. Dirth announced last week, our district will be hosting outdoor graduation ceremonies this year. We are currently working through the planning and details and will have more information for you at our next live YouTube Senior Session on Tuesday, May 18th at 6 pm.
Here is the link for the Vermont Agency of Education current guidance on End of School Year Gatherings and Graduations: https://education.vermont.gov/documents/faq-end-of-school-year-gatherings-and-graduations
If anyone has any questions, feel free to reach out to me at 802-527-6400.
Sincerely,
Theresa Callan
Graduation Coordinator
Additional Senior Reminders:
It’s that time to find your favorite baby picture for the senior slide show this year. Please scan and send the baby pics to Chris Pepin at cpepin@maplerun.org.
Please also complete the “Where are you going” online survey as soon as possible. You can find the link to this survey in your email. Please contact Mrs. Parent in Room A-314 or jparent@maplerun.org with any questions.
Please see the nurses perform your required vision screening before graduation. Vision exams are required for all 9th and 12th graders and are an important health screen that will benefit your future. Thank you!
Next Year District Calendar:
