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Student Family Update

11/5 – BCS Student/Family Update

Published November 5, 2023 by Scill Chan

Dear BCS Students/Families, we hope you enjoyed the extra hour today with fall back!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday 11/6 is BCS Spirit Monday–Twin Day! 

  • Match with a buddy!
  • Let’s see which crew shows the most BCS school spirit and have bragging rights! Take photos!

No School on Tues 11/7 for Election Day

  • Please note there is no school for students on Tues
  • Staff are in professional development all day

Password Reset

  • Students must have a secure password for the BCS and DOE password and never share their passwords with friends
  • If a student needs help logging into their email, speak with any teacher to help you reset

Spirit Mondays – November Lookahead

  • Mon 11/6 – Twin Day – dress like your bestie(s) or crew family.
  • Mon 11/13 – Sports Jersey Day – wear a jersey that supports your favorite sports team!
  • Mon 11/20 – Glasses Day – wear your favorite prescription glasses or sunglasses.  
  • Let’s see which crew shows the most BCS school spirit and has bragging rights!
  • Crew leaders and staff will be taking pics – be ready to pose with your gear!

Amazon Wish List

Report cards will be mailed out on Mon 11/6

  • First marking period progress reports will be available after 11/6
  • Continue to check Jumprope for attendance and assessment updates

Mark your calendars for Virtual Student-Led Conferences – Half Day Fri 11/17

  • Crew leaders will reach out to parents to schedule virtual appts on Thurs 11/16 evening or Fri 11/17 afternoon – hear students reflect on their progress so far in school

Fri 11/17 is a half day

  • Fri 11/17 is a half day for conferences – dismissal at 11am

Core Value Shout Outs

  • Share with us a student or teacher you see consistently exemplifying one of our core values using our Core Value Shout Outs form – we’ll post regularly on Instagram

BCS School Newspaper – The Collaborative Chronicle

BCS Robosharks needs your help for our upcoming tournament!

  • https://gofund.me/d133056e
  • Support our BCS HS Robosharks Team!
  • Our team is not just about building robots; it’s about empowering our students to be their authentic selves. We firmly believe in the power of inclusion and independence in fostering creativity and innovation.
  • Why We Need Your Support:
  • First Robotics Competition: Our dream is to compete in the prestigious First Robotics Competition, an educational experience that pushes us to our limits. The entry fee for this competition is $6,000, and with your help, we aim to secure our place.
  • Building Our Robot: To meet the competition guidelines, we need approximately $4,000 or more for purchasing essential components and materials for constructing our robot. This is a crucial step towards our dream of success in the competition.
  • Inclusivity: The BCS RoboSharks Team 4299 is all about inclusion. We’re committed to creating an environment where every student can be their authentic self and explore their passion for robotics, regardless of their background or identity.
  • Independence: Staying free from corporate sponsorships allows us to ensure that our projects are driven solely by the innovative spirit of our team members, unburdened by external interests.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

2024 National STEM Challenge – Grades 6-12

  • Open to U.S. students in grades 6-12. Your mission: To craft a STEM project that tackles a real-world challenge. Choose from one of the 2024 themes listed on the 2024 National STEM Challenge webpage and use the scientific method or engineering design process. 200 National Champions will win a trip to the National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., in April 2024. Applications are due 11/12/2023.

Historically Black Colleges and Universities Fair – Grades 11 and 12The 36th Urban League HBCU fair is on Saturday, November 11th. Juniors and Seniors can attend. https://www.nyul.org/events

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