Good Afternoon Students, Parents, and Community Members:

This week’s HIGH 5 CLUB Senior of the Week-ANGELIKA KERN

FRESHMAN JOB FAIR

Reminder regarding student expectations

LEVEL III: Level III Category is reserved for more serious student infractions. Students committing infractions listed below will be referred to the office for Saturday School, Loss of Parking, Extra-Curricular activities, and/or removal from Co-op.

Visibility and/or use of any electronic devices without prior approval from staff (this includes smart watches, earbuds, etc)

Bristol Aggie Prom: Tickets will be $100.00 and dinner will include a salad, tuscan chicken and chocolate mousse for dessert (there is an option for vegan or gluten free and/or any allergies, this will be chosen after ticket purchase). Ticket sales started Monday March 13th - please get your tickets by Wednesday April 5th!

FYI:

Tickets are for sale in the morning from 7:40 am - 8:05am and after school until 3:15 p.m. through Student Services.
You will only be able to purchase two tickets however, when purchasing a ticket you must provide the full name and paperwork of the guest or student you are purchasing for or else it will not be sold to you. Guest paperwork is attached here.
Tickets will only be able to be purchased by cash or check however, check is discouraged as we cannot refund a check easily. If there are extenuating circumstances you must reach out to Ms. Kochan.

In order to bring a guest, you must get the attached paperwork filled out and obtain a copy of the outside guest's student ID. There are printed copies in the main office and student services.

If you have any questions you must email me at kkochan@bcahs.com

Sophia Anger

Lamar Community College, Lamar, CO

Angelina Araujo

Auburn University at Montgomery, Montgomery, AL
Baker University, Baldwin City, KS

Catawba College, Salisbury, NC
College of Idaho, Caldwell, ID
Dominican University of California, San Rafael, CA
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
Hendrix College, Conway, AR
Johnson and Wales University, Charlotte, NC
Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, NC
Marshall University, Huntington, WV
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, OH
Piedmont University, Demorest, GA
Regis University, Denver, CO
Santa Fe College, Gainesville, FL
Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL
Thiel College, Greenville, PA
University of Alaska Anchorage, Anchorage, AK
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT

Nicholas Baker

Norwich University, Northfield, VT

Sarah Bergeron

Assumption University, Worcester, MA

Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO*
University of Maine, Orono, ME

Brennan Bingham

Paul Smith's College. Paul Smith’s, NY
University of Maine, Orono, ME

Madison Bosse

Assumption University, Worcester, MA

Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
Curry College, Milton, MA

Franklin Pierce University, West Lebanon, NH
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA
Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
Plymouth State University, Plymouth, NH
Rivier University, Nashua, NH
Saint Joseph's College of Maine, Standish, ME
Southern New Hampshire University. Manchester, NH
University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of Southern Maine, Portland, ME

Aidan Camara

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA

Lyn Corbett

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA

Lexi Dicorpo

Assumption University, Worcester, MA
Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, PA
Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA

University of Maine, Orono, ME

Margaret Graham

SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry, Syracuse, NY
Union College, Schenectady, NY
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA

Rachel Harrington

Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI

University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of New England, Biddeford, ME

Jade Holmes

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

Northeastern University, Boston, MA*

University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA
University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH
University of Rhode Island, Kingston, MA
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA

Emma Jamrin

Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA*
Fisher College, Boston, MA
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA
Suffolk University, Boston, MA

Emily Jolin

Worcester State University, Worcester, MA*

Emma Lasson

College of the Atlantic, Bar Harbor, ME

Delaware Valley University, Doylestown, PA*
Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, NC
Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY

Mitchell College, New London CT,
University of Maine, Orono, ME

Olivia Leighton

Saint Joseph’s College, Standish, ME
SUNY Oswego, Oswego, NY
University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of New England, Biddeford, ME
Western Colorado University, Gunnison, CO

Christopher Mahoney

Universal Technical Institute, Orlando, FL

Karolina Majkut

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Paul Smith's College. Paul Smith’s, NY
Salem State University, Salem, MA
University of Maine, Orono, ME

Alex Mackay

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Salem State University, Salem, MA

Sarah Manoli

Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA

Bridgette Perry

Bryant University, Smithfield, RI

Merrimack College, North Andover, MA

Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT

University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA
Westfield State University, Westfield, MA*

Addisyn Petrulli

Eckerd College, St.Petersburg, FL
Pasco-Hernando State College, New Port Richey, FL
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Westfield State University, Westfield, MA

Benjamin Quintin

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
Gordon College, Wenham, MA
Roger Williams University, Bristol, RI
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA

Rylee Rodriques

Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA

Vivian Rivera

University of Maine, Orono, ME

Jeramiah Santiago

Dean College, Franklin, MA

Elaina Savage

Paul Smith's College. Paul Smith’s, NY

Taylor Sirois

Paul Smith's College. Paul Smith’s, NY
University of Massachusetts Amherst Stockbridge School of Agriculture Amherst, MA
University of Maine, Orono, ME
University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH

Marissa Vaquero

Bristol Community College, Fall River, MA
Bridgewater State University, Bridgewater, MA
Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI
Simmons University, Boston, MA
University of Maine, Orono, ME
Worcester State University, Worcester, MA

Class of 2023 Cookie Dough Fundraiser

Pick Up Orders for the Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough Fundraiser will be on Monday April 3rd in Student Commons from 4:30pm-6:30pm. If you cannot pick up your order during this time, please contact Ms.Kochan via email at kkochan@bcahs.com

Class of 2023,

We will be hosting an On-Site Admissions for Bristol Community College on Thursday April 27th. Time frame is to be determined based on the number of participants. This is an opportunity for students who are planning to attend Bristol Community College in Fall 2023. Once you fill out the Google form below you must fill out the online application form and the transcript request form. *There is no fee with the application.

On-Site Admissions allows you to meet with an admissions counselor live and in person and have them review your application to Bristol Community College and/or review next steps if you have already applied. Appointment slots are approximately 15 minutes. Please follow the steps below to participate.

Steps to participate in On-Site Admissions:

1. Sign Up Here

2. Create an account and Complete the BCC Application Online using this link.

3. Fill out Records Release Form (*if you are 18 or older you do not need a parent signature on the Application or Records Release Request Form)

5. Wait for the email for the appointment time - you will be informed by the end of the day on Thursday April 13th.

Quick Links:

BCC Academic Catalog - see degrees & certificate programs here

MASS Transfer Program

VACANCIES

POSITION: BUSINESS MANAGER

SALARY: Based on education, qualifications, and experience.

START DATE: Anticipated July 1, 2023

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of the Superintendent/Director who gives general instruction and reviews work for effectiveness and conformance with regulations and policies.

SUMMARY: The Business Manager is responsible for managing and controlling the financial affairs and selected service functions of the school. As required, he/she/they is expected to prepare and present pertinent financial information to the Board of Trustees for their active consideration in their policymaking role. Works under the direct supervision of the Superintendent/Director. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Among the specific duties are:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Responsible for maintaining all business and financial records according to the school requirements and in compliance with Massachusetts state laws and, when applicable, federal regulations.
Responsible for generating budgets for the Board of Trustee's approval for the operation of the school.
Functions as purchasing agent for the school. As purchasing agent, is responsible for developing proper purchasing procedures, preparing required specifications, and executing contracts on behalf of the school.
Responsible for approving all invoices for payment and assuring, where appropriate, that all such invoices are properly processed in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements.
As directed, assists in the preparation of proposals for securing additional aid from public sources, such as federal and state grants.
Manage grant funds and necessary financial records and reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Supervises and controls payroll, accounting and insurance programs of the School.
Responsible for the auditing and internal accounts on an annual basis.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining all farm sales records.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate and appropriate business and data records for all employees of the school.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate and appropriate business and data records for all school property and supplies (inventory control records).
Responsible for preparing and, where appropriate, presenting any financial reports or information data on any aspects of business operations for the Superintendent/Director and or the Board of Trustees.
Actively participates in the collective bargaining process as a member of the school's negotiating committee. Administers and interprets the financial aspects of the contract in dealings with union representatives.
Responsible for administrative supervision and financial management of the school lunch program, clerical and secretarial services assigned to the Business Manager.
Supervises the district’s supporting services, property and inventory, transportation, purchasing, food services and business services.
Acts as adviser to the Superintendent/Director on all questions relating to the business and financial affairs of the district.
Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising and evaluating all clerical, financial and support staff personnel in the Business office.
Responsible for the financial management of the maintenance and repair program.
Responsible for the school transportation program including the development of appropriate bus routes and time schedules.
Responsible for maximizing use of available revenues by prudent fiscal management, including proper and sound investment strategies.
Responsible for monitoring and auditing all expenditures for the purpose of reducing any unnecessary expenditures (even though they may have met all other criteria for approval).
Serves as a member of the Administrative Team.
Attends all Bristol County Advisory Board meetings.

OTHER:

The Business Manager also functions as the Treasurer of the Board of Trustees. It is required that he/she/they attend all Board of Trustees meetings and he/she/they must be bondable.
As required, provides proper guidance to administrative personnel in the fundamentals of sound fiscal management and budgetary controls.
Performs such other tasks as may from time to time be assigned by the Superintendent/Director and or the Board of Trustees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified/certifiable with the Massachusetts Department of Education and willingness to complete certification requirements within three years of hiring.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management or other relevant concentration.
Five or more years’ experience in business administration preferably in school administration, accounting, purchasing, maintenance or collective bargaining, municipal setting, financial services or related areas of employment
Personal skills to perform effectively in a position which is both a "service position" and an “administrative position."
Knowledge of computer equipment.
Ability to effectively utilize database and spreadsheet programs.
Knowledge of MUNIS or related accounting financial management system.

Bristol County Agricultural High School is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply on SchoolSpring

https://www.schoolspring.com/job.cfm?jid=4129801

BRISTOL COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Farm Sub Foreperson

The Animal Science Foreperson (Foreman) position schedule is as follows. Farm Substitute will work Holidays and Weekends as needed.

Duties:

Ability to run and operate a robotic milking system, responsible for morning and afternoon milking.
Responsible for daily care of all animals on the farm. Ensure that animals are housed and treated humanely.
Supervises and works with student workers.
Responsible for the daily cores on the Farm and Small Animals
Report any issues to the Farm Manager, Herds Person and or the Animal Science department Chair.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Possess experience and proven skill in the care of farm animals and pet shop animals.

Knowledge livestock animals and pet shop animals

Ability to organize and supervise student-aged workers and crews.

Ability to operate modern farm equipment and snow equipment.

Valid driver’s license.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect easily with school staff.

Proven ability to work independently without direct supervision.

COMPENSATION:

FY23 $25.58 per hour

Information can be entered into SchoolSpring or forward a letter of interest and resume to:

Ryan Miranda, Facilities Manager

Bristol County Agricultural High School

135 Center Street, Dighton, MA 02715

-or email letter of interest and resume to rmiranda@bcahs.com

Bristol County Agricultural High School is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer

$2,500 in scholarship money for students: We encourage students and adult learners, ages 18 to 35, to apply for the Horatio Alger Association Career and Technical Education Scholarship. They could earn up to $2,500 to pursue CTE. The application is open now through June 15.

HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP

Are you ready for a certification or technical degree?

Then you are ready for Horatio Alger.

What is the Horatio Alger CTE Scholarship? This scholarship can award you up to $2,500

to pursue a career certification or technical education, of your choice,

at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States.

APPLY NOW

Apply for the Horatio Alger Certification and Technical Scholarship!

APPLY NOW

CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION

On behalf of Congressman Jake Auchincloss, I am pleased to invite the students of the Massachusetts 4th District to participate in the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. The competition is sponsored by the Congressional Institute and the Congressional Arts Caucus to promote artistry and creative thought in students around the country. We invite high school students (grades 9-12) who reside in the Massachusetts 4th District to submit one piece of original artwork, which will be judged by a panel of local artists. Please read on for more information about participating in the 2023 Congressional Art Competition.

The categories for artwork include paintings, drawings, collages, prints, mixed media pieces, computer-generated art, and photography. All works must be two-dimensional and no larger than 26 inches high, 26 inches wide, and 4 inches deep, including a frame. Please see the attached Rules for Students and Teachers for more detailed information.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

Deadline: Monday, April 24 at 5:00 PM.
Drop Off at the Congressman’s District Offices: Students or teachers can drop off the artwork at any of our district locations:

Newton Office (29 Crafts Street, Suite 375, Newton, MA 02458)
Attleboro Office (8 N Main Street, Suite 200, Attleboro, MA 02703)
Fall River satellite location, open on Wednesdays from 10-4 (1 Government Ctr, Office 237B, Fall River, MA 02722)

Pick Up at Schools: If needed, schools may reach out to Jenna Massoud (contact info below) to arrange for a staff member from the Congressman’s office to pick up all their students’ submissions at the school directly on April 25 or April 26. Please contact Jenna by April 19th if you would like to make these arrangements.
Students must complete THIS ONLINE FORM, in addition to the attached Student Release Form, if they are submitting artwork for the competition.

JUDGING AND RECEPTION:

A panel of local artists from the district will judge all the works submitted. The winner will be announced at Congressman Auchincloss’ Art Competition Reception. The Reception is being held on Sunday, April 30 from 2:00-3:00pm at the Attleboro Arts Museum (86 Park Street, Attleboro, MA 02703). A formal invitation will follow. The winning student will then be invited to an annual Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C. this summer, and their artwork will be displayed in the Capitol for a year.

Important rules and guidelines have been attached to this email. Feel free to reach out to Jenna Massoud or Catarina Pereira in our office at 617-332-3333, or email us with any questions at Jenna.Massoud@mail.house.gov or Catarina.Pereira@mail.house.gov.

A graphic that you can share is attached and pasted below my signature. Please distribute this to

any students who may be interested in participating.

Scholarship Opportunities

Community Service Opportunity The Home for Our Troops is looking for volunteers to help with landscaping.

The Week Ahead- B WEEK-FRESHMAN PLACEMENTS

Monday, April 3

Freshman Placement Assembly @ 8:10

All freshman will report to the gym for freshman placement
Grades 10-12 will report to B-Week first period
After attendance, report to majors to welcome new freshmen students to their new majors

EXTENDS @ 2:45 RM1105
LAX vs South Shore Voc Tech @ 3:30
Late Bus at 5:00 (Gilbert Hall)