Bristol County Agricultural High School: September 8th Aggie Weekly

Aggie Weekly

Good Afternoon Students, Parents, and Community Members:

We welcomed in the first week of school with success! It has been great seeing our students filling the hallways and the school buzz is back! We want to encourage parents and students to follow our blog to stay informed on the Bristol Aggie happenings (see instructions below).

Stay Connected! Stay Informed!

We have instituted an additional means of communication through the Bristol Aggie Blog. This blog allows students, parents, staff, and community members to stay informed of what is happening at Bristol Aggie. You can sign up for daily emails to ensure you don’t miss anything! You can also view the calendar feature which lists all the events that are happening at BA daily. Since we launched last week, nearly 200 accounts are receiving an update from the blog! Please do not hesitate to reach out to Mr. Braga (KBraga@bcahs.com).

Bristol Aggie’s Hurricane Disaster Relief Project:

While the state of Texas continues to clean up after Hurricane Harvey the east coast is preparing for Hurricane Irma, which is the largest hurricane ever recorded in the coming days.

Bristol Aggie has always stepped up and helped community members who are in need. Now is our chance to make a difference on a national level. The Animal Science Department will be teaming up with Operation Bullpen (with Curt Schilling) to help people in need. We will be establishing a donation center and are looking for donations of animal feed and supplies to be delivered to Texas, Florida, or any other areas that have animals in need from these devastating hurricanes. Next week we will be collecting bags and cases of animal feed, new and gently used supplies that can assist in rescue efforts. Although our first priority will be to collect animal supplies we will also be taking supplies for people as well. Requested items include warm weather clothes, food, diapers, wipes, formula, etc. A complete list is listed below.

OUR GOAL: We would like to fill an 18 wheeler truck full of supplies to help the people in need. These supplies will be driven down to hurricane devastated areas and put directly in the hands of people and shelters that need them. Our first truck will be leaving campus on Monday, September 18th. We have access to as many trucks as we can fill. We are hoping to make this a large scale effort in a short amount of time, please help us by donating and spreading the word!

Needed Animal Supplies:

Dog and Cat food
Toys
Treats
Cat litter and Litter pans (clean)
Collars & Leashes
Livestock feed

Hay is greatly needed
Halters
Crates
Towels
Blankets
Heating pads
Veterinary supplies
Water – bottles and cases
Feed bowls and pans
Extension cords
Laundry detergent
Paper towels
Toilet paper
Medical supplies

Cleaning Supplies (unopened)

Work gloves

Shovels

Brooms

Wheelbarrows

Ropes

Animal Beds

Needed Human Supplies:

Clothes (remember their climate, warm weather clothes only. Not soiled)

Diapers and wipes, formula

Water

Sanitary Napkins, tampons

Diabetic testing strips (unopened)

Medical Supplies (unopened)

Non Perishable food

First aid kits

Clean Blankets

5 gallon buckets, tools

Cleaning Supplies, laundry detergent

Trashbags

Toiletries: toothpaste, toothbrushes, Q-tips,

Shampoo, conditioner, soap, body wash, deodorant

Toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates and bowls

Flashlights

Batteries

Bug Spray

Sunscreen

New Socks and Underwear

Coolers

New Pillows

Phone Chargers

Hair Brushes

All donations can be dropped off:
Bristol Aggie Animal Science Department
135 Center Street
Dighton, MA 02715

If you have donations that need to be picked up please call 508-669-6744 x129 and leave a message. We will try our best to arrange a pick up.

The BCAHS Foundation: Tickets are available at the school and checks can be made payable to: BCAHS Foundation or you can pay online by clicking here. See below a letter from the Bristol Aggie Educational Foundation, Inc.

Thank You! From Freshman Academy Advisors Mr. Caswell and Mrs. VanRotz

This year we had 37 students volunteered time during their summer vacation to come to school and help during the New Student Orientation. The purpose of this event is to work with the new students and their parents to help make their transition to the Bristol Aggie Family as smooth and worry free as possible. This event was created, in part, as a result of my own experience as a new Bristol Aggie student over 20 years ago; I remember my first day and how lost, confused and nervous I was and I hope that this program can alleviate at least some of that stress.

It says a lot about these young men and women that they took time from their coveted summer vacation to make our newest members feel welcome and safe. I want to take this opportunity to publicly acknowledge their efforts on behalf of the Bristol Aggie Community.

Thank you, we are proud of you.

Mr. Caswell

Morgan Parent	Hope Siddall	Bridget Peacock
Emily Mullen	Lacey Parker	Kyle Mazzola
Lauren Biedak	Sabina Myers	Gabriella Costa
Tayla Mccormack	Moriah Morris	Alexis Hamilton
Trevor Clapp	Wyatt Rego	Lauren Paine
Justyn Rebello	Kayla Johnston	Hannah Medeiros
Darcey McMahon	Hannah Johnson	Emma Duarte
Joshua Blanchard	Lyndsey Menard	Jo Audet
Kennedy Alves	Mollie Coyne	Sophia Hart
Karlene McMahon	Rabekah Quartochi	Mia Vargas
Mia Slater	Savannah Nadeau	Taylor Pettey
Tiffany Cabral	Aaliyah Soto	Zachary Pecora
Ross Sousa

School Council:

Bristol Aggie will conduct their first School Council meeting on Wednesday, September 13th at 6:00 pm in the library. Any students looking to serve on Student Council should contact Mr. Braga (KBraga@bcahs.com).

In the Classroom:

Landscape: Mr. Latham's Landscape class is looking at the new sidewalk and utilizing it as a teaching experience. #BAPRIDE #BAWORK

Arbor: Mr. Cook's Arbor class went outside to discuss some of the pruning that will take place next week. #BAPRIDE #BAWork

Agricultural Mechanics: Students in Ag Mec getting instruction on crimping from Mr. Howard. #BAPRIDE

Science: Mr. Surdi's freshman Bio class was learning: teamwork, communication, and developing strategies. #CriticalThinkingSkills #BAPRIDE

Sidewalk Project: The sidewalk project is almost complete.

Student Advisory Committee:

The purpose of this committee is to provide an opportunity for discussion between students and adults and for students to have a voice in their education.

The Student Advisory Committee will consist of students (two from each class – freshmen/sophomores/juniors/seniors) which are to be elected by the student body and will serve one year.

Time on the agenda for Trustee’s meetings can be made available for reports from the Student Advisory Committee.

A chairperson will be selected by the members of this committee and will serve as the “Student Trustee” and a student representative to the School Council will also be selected.

Nominations will close on Thursday, September 21, 2017.
Elections will be held on Monday, September 25, 2017.

Anyone interested, please fill out this form.

Student/Parent Information Packet:

Attention Students & Parents:

First we would like to welcome back all of our students to the 2017-2018 school year! All upperclassmen and freshmen (who did not attend orientation) were handed out the Beginning of the Year Information Packet during first period. Below is the packet of information. This year is a little different than in year's past since we are trying to cut down on the amount of paper sent home. We asked that you return the information that was sent home today along with the sheet that acknowledges that you "abide by the rules and regulations set forth" in the packet. Please return all forms to the office as soon as possible.

Below is what was sent. Take notice that you will have the ability to click the hyperlinks (blue lettering underlined) to get the information to review, so you can sign the acknowledgment form (2nd page). An email was sent home from Ms. DeSa as well. If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Dear Parents and Students:

As always, when you start a new school year, it will be important for you to develop and cultivate regular habits of study. You must strive to do your best work at all times in order to achieve the benefits of a solid education. Set your goals and consider your education a very personal accomplishment. A reminder to the Freshmen class: A very high percentage of our students are placed in either their first or second choice of sophomore vocational majors. Grades are a significant factor in this wonderful outcome which is only possible as a result of the focus, effort, and dedication of students in their prior year’s freshmen class.

In our school of excellence a positive attitude is the best "tool" to bring with you this fall.

We look forward to welcoming each and every one of you back to school and wish you all a successful and fulfilling year at Bristol Aggie.

Please read through the entire packet and follow the instructions that apply to you.

Enclosed you will find materials relating to your son or daughter's enrollment for the 2017-2018 school year at Bristol County Agricultural High School.

It is important that you complete all required forms and return them to the Main office: Your child will NOT be permitted to participate in any extracurricular activities until forms are completed and returned.

Hard Copy Forms Sent Home: WILL BE SENT HOME

Medication Order Form / Medication Administration Form (Medication Order Form and Medication Administration Form only need to be returned if your child is required to take prescribed medication or over-the-counter medication (Tylenol, etc.) during school hours.)
Emergency Contact Information
Application for Free or Reduced Lunch

IMPORTANT-Complete and return as soon as possible.

Home Language Survey (Freshmen only)
Bus Transportation Response Form (Grades 9-12)

Click Hyperlinks and Signoff Below:

Release of Information-ONLY COMPLETE IF OPTING OUT
Internet Permission Form – Student Acceptable Use Policy (Freshmen only)
Title I School-Parent Compact Signature Page (Freshmen only)
Title I Involvement Policy Signature Page (Freshmen only)
Self-Injury Prevention Program (Freshmen only)
Pupil Personnel Form (Upperclassmen Only)
FFA Newsletter
Handbook

Sincerely,

Kevin P. Braga, Assistant Superintendent/Principal

Bristol County Agricultural High School

Beginning of the Year Student and Parent Informational Packet

Student and Parent Sign Off Sheet Required

I have read the Bristol County Agricultural High School Beginning of the Year Student and Parent Informational Packet. By signing below, I certify that I understand its contents. I agree that I am required to abide by the rules and regulations set forth in each individual policy and procedure. Please check each box below that is required indicating that you have read and understand each policy and procedure. If you would like a hard copy of any or all of the forms, please notify the main office.

Medication Order Form / Medication Administration Form (Optional)
Emergency Contact Information (Grades 9-12-REQUIRED)
Application for Free or Reduced Lunch (Optional)
Home Language Survey (Grade 9 Only)
Bus Transportation Response Card (Grades 9-12-REQUIRED)

Click Hyperlinks and Signoff Below:

Release of Information-ONLY COMPLETE & RETURN IF OPTING OUT
Internet Permission Form – Student Acceptable Use Policy (Grade 9)
Title I School-Parent Compact Signature Page (Grade 9)
Title I Involvement Policy Signature Page (Grade 9)
Self-Injury Prevention Program (Grade 9)
Pupil Personnel Form
FFA Newsletter
Handbook

By signing my name below, I agree that I am required to abide by the rules and regulations set forth above. Once signed, please return this sheet to the main office.

Activities and Athletics: