Friday, June 18, 2021, Weekly Administrative Update

This week's blog focuses on sharing important information, amazing student work, and photos.  

CONGRATS BFA CLASS OF 2021!!

Final Report Cards 

are now available on PowerSchool 

Our COVID-hybrid schedule allowed for twice the amount of time per class period. That means a class that was traditionally a year-long was completed in one semester. A class that is traditionally a semester-long was completed in one quarter.  

A quarter-long class equals .5 credit and a semester-long class equals 1 credit. 

 

You must use an internet browser to access your Report Card. The PowerSchool Mobile App does not provide published report cards at this time. 

 

CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO TO LEARN HOW TO ACCESS YOUR REPORT CARD ON POWERSCHOOL.

 

 

SUMMER RAMP UP

We know for many students it was a very tough year!

Did your student fail to meet proficiency in a required course? Check out the Summer Ramp Up Programs. Your student may be able to recover their class in an in-person, 25-hour, one-week course this summer keeping them on track for graduation. 

Courses include: Science, Math, English, Social Studies, and World Languages 

There are also some enrichment programs! Check it out. 

LAST DAY TO SIGN UP FOR SUMMER RAMP UP PROGRAM IS JUNE 25th. 

Contact Kelly in guidance to sign up khirss@maplerun.org.

Business Department News:

Math Department News:

Math Students of the Month of May

The names are in the same order as the pictures.

Grant Bishop, Julia Burnor, Hazen Kellner,

Ayvah Labelle, Zachary Moore, Rachel Needleman,

Taylor Olds, Emma Palmer, Hunter Parker,

Losseliany Ramirez, Victoria Sweet

Digital Media Student Videos:

Several of the Digital Media Program students finished editing their animation projects and a promo video for the Vermont Symphony Orchestra.  All these recent videos are very short (under 3 minutes each). A nice mix of animation and motion graphics... worth a quick look to hopefully end the school year with a smile.

VT Symphony Orchestra "Musicians in Schools: STEM Links" promo video

Student Videos NCTC 2020-2021 Playlist

Steven Davis

Digital Media Teacher, Northwest Career and Technical Center

BFA and MRUSD celebrate our retirees during a luncheon:

Congrats on your retirement!!

Jerry Bonsall

David Rider

Neal Smith

Kevin Dirth

Luncheon photos:

Math Department

FALL Musical Audition Info:

BFA Theatre Company will present Into the Woods as their Fall Musical on Nov. 18-20th in the PAC.  

Auditions will be held on Sept. 3rd 3:00-6:00 in the PAC

You must attend at least one of the workshops prior to the audition.  The workshops are a safe and friendly opportunity for students to learn more about the show and what it means to be involved.  

Workshops and informational meetings on Sept. 1st and 2nd 3-5 in the PAC.  

**All are welcome, regardless of experience or presumed ability.  

Those interested in tech should also attend one of the workshops to fill out paperwork and express preferred interest.  Contact Susan Palmer with questions at: spalmer@maplerun.org

Below is a link to the full Broadway Original Version/check it out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqCsQCsinK4

By: Megan Jamison

Friday, June 11, 2021, Weekly Administrative Update

This week's blog focuses on sharing important information, amazing student work, and photos.

 Congratulations to the Class of 2021

Graduation Link:  https://youtu.be/zWZo2MIHnwI

DATES FOR LAST DAY OF SCHOOL:

 

Please note the last day of IN-PERSON school for Grades 9-11:

 

Blue Group In-Person = Monday, June 14^th (No virtual check-in for Green)

 

Green Group In-Person = Tuesday, June 15^th (No virtual check-in for Blue)

 

Seniors graduate on Saturday, June 12th

BFA Dance Students perform 

Embodying Water: building strength through fluidity and perseverance

Spring Dance Video

 

New BFA Podium for the Performing Arts Center:

Senior Ethan Bates and Pete Symula built a new podium for our Performing Arts Center. The podium will first be at the Class of 2021 graduation ceremony. Nice work Ethan!!

Senior Week Photos

Saturday PromFire 2021:

Light and warmth of gathered souls

Underneath bellowing and brooding clouds storm blue

That was the atmosphere of their year

So thick that breathing was a threat

And the few smiles were veiled in shrouds of cloth.

Yet now this!

A reuniting!

A color of contrast this tent of revelry if not revival

Of friendships

A class divided by the calculation of Last names

Now shouting out in comfort, each other's first names

Shouting names between hugs, dancing, laughter, tears

Looming and ominous clouds be gone

You don't have a chance of breaking these young spirits

Truth is

You never did

For this tent of revival

"Holds the brilliance soon to be unleashed

On a world not always sunny"

A senior class of 2021

Made of resolute resilience

And

Un-extinguishable light.

-Rev Preston Fuller (Aka Eden's dad)

Italics by Randy Martin

Monday Break out to the Bay:

A big shout out to Armand Messier for helping film and edit this video to capture our senior event "Break out to the Bay".

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/14vf7la9wQGnm0_44R-_o1h4ZfqOZ4jrg

Tuesday Pizza in the Park & Yearbook signing:

Tuesday Academic Awards Night:

Salutatorians Speech Casey Bechard & Quincy Fournier

Music Awards Isabella Bonasera and Sophie Thompson

Wednesday Spirit of Ethan Allen Cruise:

Thursday Movie Night:

Sponsored by BFA Boosters

Friday Graduation Rehearsal and Last Licks:

A huge thank you to Kristen Trombley and the BFA Community for the "Senior Swag Bags".

Another huge thank you to Mike Stenta and Ben and Jerry's for the ice cream for "Last Licks".

June 11, 2021 Senior Communication:

Dear Seniors and Families,

I look forward to seeing Seniors today at 2:30 for our graduation rehearsal.

The weather looks good for today and tomorrow! I'm happy to announce that we will be having our 91st Commencement for the Class of 2021 outdoors at the Collins Perley Sports Complex Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 11 am. Seniors, please arrive at 10 am and report to the rink.

Here is the link for the professional photographs. Please note that images will be online for viewing after Monday, June 14th.  https://donwhipple.zenfolio.com/p59016433

Also, here is the link for Northwest Access TV live streaming of graduation:  https://youtu.be/zWZo2MIHnwI

Please note that traffic in and around CPSC is congested. Carpooling is encouraged.

I look forward to seeing you all at graduation. Congratulations Class of 2021.

Sincerely, 

Theresa Callan

Graduation Coordinator

Friday, June 4, 2021, Weekly Administrative Update

This week's blog focuses on sharing important information, amazing student work, and photos.

Yearbook Dedication:

The 2020-2021 Yearbook has been dedicated to Mr. Tim Fugere (Science Teacher) and Mrs. Susan Bosland (NCTC Guidance Coordinator)!! Well deserved!!
The yearbooks and plaques were presented to these educators during today’s Student-Led Assembly. Senior Yearbook Committee members Gracie Jenkins and Sydney Heth made the presentations.

Saturday, June 5th Prom:

Athletic Awards Night:

Any student who earned a Varsity Letter at any time during their four years of high school at BFA is eligible to come to the Athletic Awards Night this Sunday, June 6th at 5:00 pm in the BFA Gym.

Two emails have been sent out to all the eligible senior athletes via their PowerSchool listed email address.

This email is being sent to help clarify any confusion which may still exist.

Because of the lingering effects of COVID, the school is not allowed to serve a meal for this event as in the past. At this time, we can only allow the students and coaches into the BFA Gym for the presentation.

As a result of these restrictions, the awards event will be streamed live on the following link:

https://www.youtube.com/northwestaccesstv

If your son/daughter has not already done so, please confirm their attendance on Sunday by emailing Mr. Marlow at: dmarlow@maplerun.org.

We look forward to seeing all of the seniors on Sunday night.

Thanks, Mr. Marlow

Senior News:

BFA is participating in the WCAX broadcast of area graduation announcements! BFA's Class of 2021 airtime is tentatively scheduled for June 8th. Spread the word. We will keep you posted on time.

Senior Week:

Unified Theater Performance on June 3rd:

What is Unified Theater?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X2YmQWeB66Z4HTsdMcaURQKLN--MLcgJ/view

This is the first year that BFA has offered a Unified Theatre Class.  Unified Theatre is co-taught by Susan Palmer, BFA Theatre teacher/director, and Kasia Bilodeau, BFA Integrationist.  The class combines students with learning differences and employs student mentors who, with support, plan and lead lessons.  On Thursday morning students presented their original fairytale to the preschool students at NCTC.  Many of the students involved had not been in a play before and the preschool students had not seen a play.  It was an exciting and fun experience for all!

Mercury News:

An article from Rachel Needleman: https://bfamercury.org/.../bfas-graduating-comets-and.../

An article from Olivia Belrose: https://bfamercury.org/4612/features/a-journey-of-resilience/

Music News:

On May 27, 2021, BFA Chorus met at the First Congregational Church in St. Albans for the first time in over 14 months to rehearse and perform together since the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic. In this concert recording, BFA Chorus performs a 4-song suite encompassing a variety of genres of music that include the following songs, “Old Dan Tucker,” “A Million Dreams (from The Greatest Showman),” “Hush! Somebody’s Callin’ My Name, and “Blessing (Irish).”

BFA Chorus is lead by Armand Messier, BFA Choral Director, and Melissa Ewell, BFA Accompanist. Special Thanks to the First Congregational Church, Reverend Jessica Moore, and Music Director Erin Grainger for their hospitality in allowing BFA Chorus to use this incredibly beautiful church in the sharing of our music for all to enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epsSSmO0fpk&t=7s

https://fb.watch/5UASyy8Mop/

Pride Month:

In June we celebrate PRIDE Month. LGBTQ+ and their allies celebrate each year in honor of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan NY. The purpose of this commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals have had on our local, national and international history and to show support and respect to those in the community.

Looking for support, information, or history? Check out the links below!

Outright Vermont

Pride Center of Vermont

Need help? Call or text The Trevor Project @ 1-866-488-7386

How to be a supportive ally

Spectrum Youth Services in Saint Albans (a safe space for at-risk and queer youth!)

BFA GSA has been busy this year! Here is what we've been up to:

* We have worked closely with Outright Vermont in bringing the Gender Affirming Resources Campaign to our school, providing students with gender affirming clothing, binders/gaffs, educational resources, and more. 

* Creating an informational board (location TBD!)

* Field trip to Spectrum Youth Center

* Collaboration with the Social Justice Club

* Collaboration with SACS GSA

* Holding a safe space for LGBTQ+ and allies to support, learn, advocate, and grow with one another.

If you would like to join our Google Classroom for updates and information, please reach out to Ashlie Olio.

BFA GSA will be holding a celebration on 

6/3 in the cafeteria @ 3pm. 

All LGBTQ+ and allies welcome! 

Friday, May 28, 2021, Weekly Administrative Update

 This week's blog focuses on sharing important information, amazing student work, and photos.

PHOTOS & MORE!

SBAC Make-Up Day June 2nd, 7:30am

Any 9th grade or 11th-grade students who were unable to attend SBAC and VSA tests in May are required to attend the standardized testing make-up day on June 2nd at 7:30 am. If you need transportation, please contact Ms. Brunelle at tbrunelle@maplerun.org.

ALL SENIORS need to return all borrowed computer devices to the IT area by June 4^th.  This includes Chromebooks, laptops, and power adapters.

DATES FOR LAST DAY OF SCHOOL:

 

Please note the last day of IN-PERSON school for Grades 9-11:

 

Blue Group In-Person = Monday, June 14^th (No virtual check-in for Green)

 

Green Group In-Person = Tuesday, June 15^th (No virtual check-in for Blue)

 

Seniors graduate on Saturday, June 12th

Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announcement:

We are pleased to announce this year's Valedictorian and Salutatorians for the Class of 2021.  The Valedictorian is Nathan Smullen.  The co-Salutatorians are Quincy Fournier and Casey Bechard. Please join us in congratulating them on this significant honor!

Nathan Smullen

Quincy Fournier

Casey Bechard

Student Recognition:

Congratulations Ada!

BFA Sophomore, Ada Shookenhuff, of Bakersfield has received a scholarship to continue her high school education at the United World College ISAK in Japan. Ada was among 60 U.S. students selected for the merit-based Davis Scholarships.

UWC is an international high school for 16- to 19-year-olds with 18 campuses worldwide whose mission is to unite cultures through education, thus creating a peaceful, sustainable world. UWC students represent up to 90 countries at some campuses; many come from conflict regions.

UWC offers the international baccalaureate, a two-year pre-university program that is the most widely recognized secondary school diploma in the world.

Senior Week Preparations - T-shirt Distribution:

Junior Jam Rehearsal 5/24/21:

Theater Awards Night June 3rd, 7 pm.

Here is the link for this event:  https://youtu.be/WW2S30Wi3m4

Sports News:
Loghan Hughes hits 100 career goals in a game against Rice. Congratulations Loghan!

NCTC News:

We would like to congratulate two of our Engineering Technologies students, Connor Powell and Ishai Masada, for securing summer internships at BETA Technologies, an electric flight startup based in South Burlington, VT. They will be working in the Component Quality Control division, measuring components for accuracy to specifications using advanced equipment and techniques.

Thank you to Mr. Vincellette's & Mr. Capsey's Automotive class from NWTC for spending the morning at St. Albans City Pool helping us clean up for the pool season!

Senior Communication:

May 25, 2021

Here is a bulleted list of What to Expect at Graduation on Saturday, June 12th at the Collins Perley Sports Complex:

• The decision will be made on Friday, June 11th if graduation is an outdoor or indoor event. An alert call/message will be sent to seniors and families.

• Seniors are to arrive at the Complex at 10 am and promptly report to the rink to line up.

• Seniors should arrive with their cap and gown on. 

• Please ride with your families to limit the number of vehicles for parking. Traffic in and around CPSC is congested. Carpooling is encouraged.

• Once families have parked, they will be directed to the stadium field registration area for check-in. Please have your (4) tickets ready to present.  If it is raining, you will be directed inside the Complex and will display your (2) tickets at the registration area. Once registration is complete, you will be ushered to the socially distanced seating area.

• If you have special accessibility requirements, please ensure that an usher assists you.

• Current spacing and mask requirements: 

• Adults should still be seated six feet from one another to the best of your ability. If the seating is indoors, guests must wear masks. If the seating is outdoors, guests can remove masks if seated at least six feet from one another.

• All seniors must be spaced a minimum of 3 feet apart to the extent possible.

• Seniors will be receiving special masks that have the BFA graduation logo at no cost. Facial coverings may be removed while delivering speeches, accepting diplomas, and for photos.

• At 11 am, the seniors will march in, be seated and the commencement begins.

• Whipple Photography will be set up near the diploma stage and will take photos of the graduates receiving diplomas and a pose prior to leaving the stage. BFA is purchasing one 5x7 photo for each graduate which will be mailed home. Additional photo packages will be available for families to purchase. I will send the link for that site as soon as it is available.

• Another photo opportunity will be located on the Northside of the Complex (when exiting the tennis courts), field paint is being used to display a Congratulations message to the Class of 2021. This could occur at your leisure any time after graduation.

Also, VERY IMPORTANT, here is the link to the Graduation Pre-registration Form that MUST be completed by May 31, 2021:

https://forms.gle/iQNposB3JRcKEj9u5

As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me 802-527-6400.

Sincerely, 

Theresa Callan

Graduation Coordinator