Good Afternoon Students, Parents, and Community Members:
This week we returned from February break and continue to progress with construction at Gilbert Hall as well continue to complete the punch list items at the Center for Science and the Environment. Student Commons is expected to be completed at the end of April, which will provide additional teaching spaces.
The Department of Education released updated guidance on transportation and we are currently exploring more a plan to bring more frequency to in-person learning. See the Virtual Town Hall meeting presentation/recording below for more details.
Don’t forget to check out PTO’s Trivia Night TONIGHT at 7:00
Welcome Ms. Kochan (Long Term Counselor Grades 10 & 12):
Ms. Kochan will be stepping in to relieve Mrs. Hamel during her maternity leave that will start next week. She will be working with grades 10 and 12 and assisting students with co-op educational opportunities.
She earned her Masters of Education in School Counseling from Salem State University last May and is currently taking courses in School Adjustment Counseling at Assumption University. As a School Counselor, Ms. Kochan stated that her primary responsibilities are to “promote academic, personal/social and college/career development of all students. Therefore, I am here for any student services related needs whether that be college and career, co-op, academic and/or personal concerns or if you just need to chat.”
She is located in the CSE building side B on the 2nd floor and all the way down the hall on the left (Room 2218). Feel free to stop in when needed or you can email me at kkochan@bcahs.com to set up a scheduled meeting. She looks forward to meeting and working with all of her students.
bristol babble: Click here to view this week’s bristol babble.
Updated School Calendar w/ spring MCAS Dates: Check your email from Mr. Higgins for more details.
Virtual Town Hall: On Wednesday we met with families to discuss our Spring Return to In-Person Learning Plan. Even though we have a lot of planning still to complete, we wanted to reach out to families to get feedback on our preliminary plans and discuss some of our challenges that we currently face with returning to full in-person learning. Please take a look at the presentation and let us know if you have any questions. Thank you
Virtual Town Hall Recording- Passcode: dZ7+@sXS
Mackenzie Allen
Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY
Morehead State University, Morehead, KY
Aydin Buckley
U.S. Army Reserves, training as a CBRN specialist*
University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH*
Natasha Chantre
Western New England University, Springfield, MA
University of New England, Biddeford and Portland, ME
Springfield College, Springfield, MA
Westfield State University, Westfield, MA
Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT
University of New England, Biddeford and Portland, ME
Vanessa DeMedeiros
Vermont Technical College, Randolph Center, VT
Lily Dias
SUNY Cobleskill, Cobleskill, NY
Hannah Dorrance
Bryant University, Smithfield, RI
Curry College, Milton, MA
Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI
Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
Mackenzie Dugas
Becker College, Worcester, MA
SUNY Cobleskill, Cobleskill, NY
Kaylee Finch
University of Maine at Machias, Machias, ME
University of Maine, Orono, Orono, ME
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA
University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH
University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Mac Ingham
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA
Trinity McDougal Lancaster
Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI
Hannah Surdis
Western New England University, Springfield, MA
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI
Mackenzie Walker
Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
Dean College, Franklin, MA
UMASS Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA
Wheaton College.edu, Norton, MA
2021 Massachusetts VIRTUAl State Convention
SAVE THE DATE
April 27 - 29, 2021
Stay tuned for more details
Career and Leadership Development CDEs
ANY STUDENT can compete in this year’s contests! If you are interested in participating in any of these contests contact rvanrotz@bcahs.com or lblanchette@bcahs.com. There is no limit to the number of participants this year!!!!
Like in past years, the conclusion of February vacation kickstarts FFA CDE and LDE events into high gear. While events will look a bit different this year, I am pleased to announce that nearly a full slate of events will be offered in the coming weeks, leading up to the 2021 State Convention.
A few highlights:
all events will be held virtually (Zoom, Class Marker, electronic document/file submission) CDE/LDE Schedule
team events have a generous window of participation. A chapter may participate in the event any day of their choosing during the open window.
all events will be offered free of charge
registration for team CDE's (except Ag Sales, CCM, & Marketing Plan) have UNLIMITED participation.
Cash Awards! In lieu of trophies and plaques, cash awards will be presented to first, second and third place individuals.
As we fill out the agenda for the upcoming 2021 Virtual State Convention, the state officer team would like input from members on the social activities. Could you please forward the link below to your students? The survey will close on March 5th.
Would you like to apply for your state degree? Or Proficiency? Or run for a state office? Visit www.massffa.org for applications
In the Classroom:
Intro to Agriculture:
Student Services
Please click here for information on a parent support group for parents of LGBTQ+ youth offered by the Balanced Learning Center.
MSBA Update: The renovation of Gilbert Hall continues each day. We are looking forward to moving in to our new facility in August. #BAPride #BAFuture
Admissions:
There’s still time to apply for priority consideration!
Apply Now for the Class of 2025!
It's easy to apply to Bristol Aggie! Visit https://bristolaggie.go2cte.com/ to complete your initial application. Priority Deadline is March 1.
For more information about the Admissions process, and to learn more about our 7 vocational majors, visit https://bristolaggie.org/application-process/.
Programs Include:
Agricultural Mechanics
Arboriculture
Floriculture
Landscape Design & Contracting
Natural Resource Management
Small & Large Animal Science
For any additional questions, or to request an informational booklet, please contact Colleen Cronin, Admissions Coordinator at ccronin@bcahs.com.
The Week Ahead:
Monday, March 1
Freshman/Seniors In-Person
Sophomores/Juniors Virtual
Gym: Sophomores 2nd period
EXTENDS 2:45-4:00
Tuesday, March 2
Sophomores/Juniors In-Person
Freshman/Seniors Virtual
Gym: Freshman 2nd period
EXTENDS 2:45-4:00
In-Person with Ms. Szurley (RM 2303): Students will need to sign up ahead of time by clicking here
Virtual with Mrs. Kazijian (via Google meet): Students will need to sign up ahead of time by clicking here
Faculty Meeting @ 2:40
School Building Committee Meeting @ 5:30 pm
Board of Trustees Meeting @ 7:00 pm
Wednesday, March 3- All students Virtual
Assembly @ 8:20
Period 7: 8:10-8:50 (same)
Period 6: 9:00-9:40 (same)
Period 5: 9:50-10:30 (same)
Period 4: 10:35-11:15 (CHANGE)
Thursday, arch 4
Freshman/Seniors In-Person
Sophomores/Juniors Virtual
Friday, March 5
Sophomores/Juniors In-Person
Freshman/Seniors Virtual
