Friday, April 8, 2022, Weekly Administrative Update

 This blog focuses on sharing important information, classroom work, and photos taken throughout the week.

Upcoming Events

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES will be held on April 13^th and 14^th from 3:30-7:30 p.m.  

There will be both in-person and virtual options.  

Semester 2 Progress Reports are now available in PowerSchool.

Click below to watch a tutorial on how to access your report card, or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUzL_I7p7vE

Congratulations

March 2022 Business Students of the Month:

The Business Department wants to congratulate and thank Lauryn, Travis, and Ethan for their positive attitudes, for being supportive of their classmates, and for demonstrating excellence in Sports & Entertainment Marketing, Career Exploration, Personal Finance, and Business Management.

January and February 2022 Math Students of the Month:

January

The names are in the same order as the pictures.

Landon Corrigan, Ty’Rell Latique, Ian Mackenzie,

Annalisa McRae, Cooper O’Connell, Colby Page,

Noah Rolla-Foley, Ander Sevaried-Watson, Jessica Southwick,

Lillian Trutor, Audrey Van Leuven

February

The names are in the same order as the pictures.

Adelyne Collin, Hunter Gregware, Elio Haag,

Austin LaFountaine, Weston Latimer, Elora Menard,

Emily Pigeon, Valencia Plociennik, Lydia Tomlinson,

Theodore Tremblay, Isabella Williams

SkillsUSA Medalist:
NCTC is proud to announce this year's medal winners for the 2022 SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference.  7 Gold, 8 Silver, and 4 Bronze and a State Officer

Congratulations to all of the NCTC SkillsUSA competitors. If you see any of our competitors, please give them some praise. It took a lot of practice and courage for these students to participate after 2 years of a pandemic and program restrictions.

Gold:
Nail Care: Ayvah Labelle
Cosmetology: Macie Boudreau
Med Term: Jessica Ordway
Early Childhood Education: Calla Boudeau
First Aid CPR- Elizabeth Couture
Medical Math: Anthony Doe
Motorcycle: Cole Boyle


Silver:
Quiz Bowl: Peter Larson, Michael Vos, Kate Riley, Jessica Southwick, Kaiden Capsey
Nail Care: Jayden Montgomery
Med Term: Emma Bordeau
Early Childhood Education: Alyssa Perkins
Related Technical Math: Connor Powel
Job Interview: William Sawyer
Carpentry- Richard Page
Motorcycle: Zach Zizza

Bronze:
Restaurant Service: Aiden Laurendeau
Nail Care: Cadence Moore
Customer Service: Mallory Downes
Carpentry: Jacob Pigeon

David Laroche's Messenger Sports athlete awards:

Congratulations Ella Reynolds - Biggest Personality!

Ella's presence on the floor was known when she was out there. Her competitive spirit and drive to win helped to keep BFA St. Albans in close contest basketball games.

Congratulations Seth Richards - Biggest Defensive Impact!
Seth was an integral piece of the St. Albans boys' basketball team. His attitude and hustle on defense kept BFA fighting in close basketball games.

Most improved player!

Noah contributed greatly to the Bobwhite basketball team's success late in the season. His hot-hand offensively and strategic defensive play helped push BFA into the playoffs.

Spring Fling Dance April 2, 2022

Community & Career Connection

The Bellows Free Academy Guidance Office/Flexible Pathways is offering a field trip to the Job Fair @ Champlain Valley Fairgrounds, Tuesday 4/26.

 

The following Job Sectors will be represented:

Business/Management

Sales & Marketing

Accounting/Finance

Engineering

Computer Science/ Information

Technology

Communications PR

Criminal Justice

Healthcare

Social & Human Services

Government Public Administration

This is first come first served so get your permission slip in early.   Buses will be leaving promptly at 9:30 a.m.  Students will be dismissed from class at 9:10 a.m.  Students will leave the Job Fair at 12:00 p.m. and return to BFA by 12:45 p.m. Students will need a signed permission slip in order to get on the bus! Permission slips are available in Guidance.  Permission slips need to be returned to Guidance by Monday, April 11, 2022.

Community Assistance:
The JV Comets softball team helped the St. Albans Recreation Department stuff easter eggs.

Mercury News:
Click here to read the latest Mercury articles: https://bfamercury.org/

Senior Communication

Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Dear Seniors and Families,

Today’s communication provides you with community service opportunities, fun Class of 2022 ordering options, and a sneak peek of senior events.

Here is a list of some Community Service options for you to fulfill your graduation requirements:

United Way

Humane Society

Martha’s Kitchen

Churches

Coaching/Officiating Youth Sports

Greenup Day

Helping the Elderly in need

Helping the Disabled in need

Blood Drives

Libraries

Note that 75% of the senior class still needs to complete community service. This is a graduation requirement! Please act on this now!

Balfour Information from Paul Trono, Balfour Representative: 

If there are any members of the Class of 2022 or their families interested in ordering Custom Graduation Announcements, Senior Apparel, or Class Rings, now is the time to order. Your school announcement will have the custom school crest done with the school colors. Simply go to www.balfour.com. and click on graduation. The screen will say high school announcements. When Find MY School pops up just type in the full name of the school. Next, the ordering page will appear. There is a custom announcement for each school and it should appear there on the page. Name cards are not needed as their name will appear in the announcement. Place your order and it will ship directly to your home. Questions, please reach out to balfourvt@gmail.com.

Sneak Peak of Senior Events:

Here is the link to read Teresa's Collins Mercury article regarding a sneak peek of senior events:  https://bfamercury.org/5682/news/a-sneak-peek-at-the-end-of-the-year-senior-events/​

 Sincerely,

Theresa Callan

Graduation Coordinator

Friday, April, 1, 2022, Weekly Administrative Update

 This blog focuses on sharing important information, classroom work, and photos taken throughout the week.

Week of April 4th Schedule

Congratulations

World Language and Classics March 2022 Students of the Month:

Calvin Storms signs Letter of Intent to run for the University of Rhode Island!

Sophie Zemianek named the Free Press' Miss Hockey for the 2021-22 season - from The Burlington Free Press:

Messenger Sports Athlete Awards:

Most Impactful Freshman-girls: Erin Jackson!

This season, the Comets didn't give up many goals, and freshman Erin Jackson was a big reason. Jackson was 9-0 in her starts this year, giving up only 11 total goals. Her stat line on the season could not have been much better, boasting a 1.294 GGA, 0.917 save percentage, and three shutouts. Jackson's crease awareness and quick glove-hand are great news for Comet hockey as they look to hang more banners at the Complex over the next three years.

Biggest Personality-boys: Ethan Mashtare!

Ethan Mashtare is hard to miss in a crowd; at 6 foot something, he’s usually head and shoulders over most and his bright blonde hair and big smile are always easy to spot. Ethan’s support for his teammates and love for the sport speaks volumes about who he is as an athlete and a person; he’s also not afraid to show up to a Nordic relay race in a pink leotard.

Heart and Hustle-boys: Isaac Gratton!

This year, Isaac Gratton provided a spark off the bench for the Bobwhites regardless of game circumstances. Gratton left it all on the court every night; whether the team was up by 20 or in a tight game, he was diving for a loose ball, taking a charge, or fighting for rebounds. His play often inspired his teammates and caught the attention of the mighty BFA student section!

Heart and Hustle-girls: Ruby Dasaro!

 Ruby Dasaro led by example all season on both offense and defense. Her nightly efforts often included leading the Comets in points and rebounds and running the offense. Dasaro is poised to lead the Comets to a bright future coming off this strong sophomore season!

Spirit Week

Team/Band Day:

Multiplicity Day:

CIP staff showing spirit!

Black/Neon Day:

Everything But Backpack Day:

Community Connection

Career Connection:

This week Silas Harris, Colleen Gallagher, Chris Carswell, and Charlie Poirier from Mylan Technologies presented to BFA and NCTC students in the Career Pathways Center. They discussed job and internship opportunities with Mylan, the educational and professional experiences that led them to their respective roles with the company, and what students can do to work towards having careers in science, engineering, and human resources. We would like to thank them for taking the time to give our students this valuable information.

Mercury:

Click here for the latest Mercury articles: https://bfamercury.org/

Classroom work

These are pictures from the new class, "Reading Studio" which is team-taught by Dee Christie (art) and MaryEllen Tourville (English). Students are working on an assignment to create a found poem from their independent reading books and using patterns to create a composition that incorporates the poem.

Joyce Kemp from The County Courier visited Mrs. Hebert’s journalism class to discuss layout, photography, and advertising.

Students tried out the professional camera from The County Courier.

Superintendent Bill Kimball visited the Journalism Club this week.

Upcoming Events

STANDARDIZED TESTING (SBAC/VSA) is scheduled for April 5^th and 7^th.  Click here for details.

 

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES will be held on April 13^th and 14^th from 3:30-7:30 p.m.  There will be both in-person and virtual options.  Pick-A-Time will open on April 6^th at 7:00 a.m.

Senior Information

Seniors and Families:

Can you believe that it is already the end of March? Graduation is getting closer! 

Here is a glimpse of the draft culminating events calendar for the end-of-year events and graduation. The senior events committees are in the planning phase for these events.  Specific details will be provided as planning is completed. We are very excited about the return of traditional and new activities.

Please don’t forget about your PLPs and Community Service Requirements.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me by email tcallan@maplerun.org or call 802-527-6400.  I hope that you all enjoy our Spring Fling Week.

Sincerely,

Theresa Callan

Graduation Coordinator

Friday, March 25, 2022, Weekly Administrative Update

This blog focuses on sharing important information, classroom work, and photos taken throughout the week.

Upcoming Events

Spring Fling:

Bobwhite Comet Competition:

Exciting news! After 2 long years, the Bobwhite Comet Senior Scholarship Competition is back! Get ready for some of the most fun you'll have your senior year! Work with friends to write skits, perform for BFA, and win scholarship prizes. Come take part in one of BFA's oldest traditions. Sound exciting? Come find out more... First VERY IMPORTANT meeting: Wednesday, March 30th during advisory in room A210. Be there if you want to participate or learn more.

Standardized testing week:

SBAC/VSA Testing will occur on April 5th and 7th. Click HERE  for details about the testing week schedule and other important information.

Parent/Teacher conferences:

Parent/Teacher conferences will take place on April 13th and 14th from 3:30-7:30pm. There will be both in-person and virtual options. Pick-A-Time sign-up will open on April 6th.

Congratulations!

41st Annual Outstanding Teacher Day.
Congratulations to Larissa Hebert who was recognized on Wednesday, March 23rd at the 41st Annual UVM Outstanding Teacher's Day! Larissa was BFA's Teacher of the Year 2021.

She Kills Monsters:

Congratulations to the cast and crew for their performance of She Kills Monsters this past weekend at the Vermont Regional Drama Festival. Acting Awards went to Emily Parent, Pilot DesLauriers, and Bug Galuszka. An award for Original music went to Will Austin.

Spring Instrumental Music Concert:

This year’s Spring Instrumental Music Concert was held on Thursday, 3/24 at 7 PM in the PAC. Will Austin, a junior pianist, started the evening at 6:45 for those interested in coming early.

Featured groups were the BFA Jazz Band, Bands 1,2,3, and String Ensemble. The String Ensemble joined both Bands 2 and 3 for several selections. 

Congratulations Jocelyn Chun - selected to play in 47th Lions Twin State Soccer Game:
Jocelyn Chun has been chosen to represent Vermont in the 47th Lions Twin State Soccer game on July 16th.

Classroom Work

Sports Editor of The Messenger, Ruthie Laroche, was a guest speaker last week in Mrs. Hebert’s journalism class.

Bridget Higdon, Editor of The Messenger, met with Mrs. Hebert’s journalism club this week.

Community Connection

Community Connection:

On Wednesday, March 30th, BFA and NCTC will be hosting a career connections presentation with Mylan Technologies. During the presentation representatives from the company will discuss job types within the company, typical responsibilities of the different job types, what makes a good job candidate/employee, what kind of opportunities are available for high school students, recent graduates, as well as individuals who have a college degree.

On Wednesday, March 23rd, BFA and NCTC hosted a career connections presentation with the Vermont National Guard. During the presentation, Sargent Andrew Knapp discussed service with the VT National Guard and how this service can enhance your CAREER and EDUCATIONAL prospects.

Pro Driver Training visited BFA/NCTC on Tuesday, March 22nd, outside of the Automotive program bay doors 8:15-9:15 with their truck to speak with students about getting a CDL and what jobs you can get with one. This is in preparation for the CDL prep course that will start next Monday, 3/28, through our adult education program.

BFA Mercury:

Click here to read recent articles: BFA Mercury

Student Council:

Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in St. Albans with Student Council.