Bobcat News

It's Teacher Appreciation Week and we're excited to show some love to the professionals that give their all everyday to educate our students. Many thanks to PTO and our community partners for assisting with the treats and goodies our staff will enjoy.

We know what an amazing school Bluffton High is - so let's tell everyone else too! Nominations for Lowcountry's Best open today, May 5, at noon, so why not let all of Beaufort County know how much we love this school and our Bobcat community.

Go to VoteLowcountry.com and share your Bobcat love with #LowcountrysBest

The English 2 Writing EOC is May 7 from 8:45 am to 12:05 pm. Students will be in 4th block for the first half of the day.

AP Testing begins today, May 5, and will conclude on May 16th.

Principal Appreciation for Mr. Hall - he knows it's better to be a Bobcat!

Congratulations to our 2025 Herman Fuqua Memorial Scholarship Winners for their outstanding academic and athletic achievement, leadership, character, and community service.

Ethan Cartmel, Ashton Chambers, Cooper Deitch, Ariel Haina (not pictured), Jada Lawrence, Ayla Speicher, Chloe Wheeler, and Gianna Wilson

On Saturday April 26th, Gabe Chirigliano, Ariel Haina, and Emily Saquieres participated in a state orchestra event called Solo and Ensemble at Beaufort Middle School. These students performed prepared solos and were scored by a judge. All three received the highest rank of Superior in their performances and Gabe received a Superior with distinction. Please congratulate these musicians on their wonderful achievement.

The Bands of Bluffton will hold a percent night fundraiser at the Chipotle in Tanger Outlets on May 6 from 5-9pm. You can also support the band program on that day by ordering online and using code JHQYCP8. Thank you for your support of our Bobcat musicians!

Support the THY scholarship fund that benefits Bobcat students by participating in the May Day 5K or signing up to be a sponsor.

Sign up link is here.

Sponsor information is here.

One of the most exciting things you can participate in is the Senior Graduation Walks that take place at your former middle and elementary schools.

Please complete the forms below as soon as possible.

Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH7WJuG0vbz1YgK8rWYzGHT48sp-y8HLZtawOZqxeDTPz2Cg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Senior Walkthrough Early Release Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/112pXbRFUcXV_4-OvaC7ge2ntRQMeyiCjXLkCx8kbBpA/edit?usp=sharing

Device Collection is scheduled for May 23 from 12:30 to 3:30 and May 27-29 from 8:30 to 3:30 in the Media Center.

Virtual SC students may keep their devices as start times are very soon after the end of school. All other students, including summer school students, will turn in their devices. Summer school students will receive loaner devices when they show up to summer school.

All items must be turned in (device, charger, and bag) at time of turn in. All students received a bag when new devices were issued in August.

Please direct all questions to thomas.torgerson@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Bluffton Youth Sports is gearing up for another exciting season of youth baseball and softball, and they're reaching out to see Bobcat students might be interested in a great volunteer opportunity!

As a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, they rely on community support to keep things running—especially in the concession stands at Oscar Frazier Park and M.C. Riley Park.

They have weekly shifts available through mid-May, and this is a great way for students to earn service hours while supporting local youth sports. They're happy to provide documentation for public service credit.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP

There are some incredible summer camp opportunities provided by University of South Carolina that allow students to explore their interests and passions. The link below is also posted in the grade level google classrooms.

USC summer camps: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/01/summer_camps_2025.php

GoSciTech Summer Camps for rising 6th - 10th graders. Three types of immersive STEM experiences - residential, day, and virtual - designed to engage and challenge students who are interested in STEM! Families will have the option of attending on-campus STEM camp for 4 days, online virtual camp, or Day-camp option, where they bring GSSM STEM to us! They will host a 4-day long camp at all 16 Technical College locations.

All camp locations and dates are on the attached flyer photos below or visit https://www.scgssm.org/summercamps for all details.

All Sports Schedules

Purchase Tickets

Athletic Packets

Booster Club Membership and Sponsorship

South Carolina High School League information and more

ATHLETICS WEBSITE

Scan or click the QR to go directly to Hometown Ticketing

To ensure a safe and secure environment at BCSD athletic events, all spectators and athletes entering our venues will be asked to remove hoods or face coverings that obscure one’s identity, such as balaclava-style masks. This practice, which is common at collegiate athletic events, will help us maintain safety by ensuring individuals can be easily identified if needed.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Please reach out to District Athletic Director Dr. Carlos Cave for any questions.

Congratulations to Mauricio Macias for his selection as the Low Country Alliance for Healthy Youth Outstanding Senior Award. Mauricio has been a member of Teens for Healthy Youth since 9th grade and his demonstrated leadership and a commitment to serving the community is peerless.

• Boys Tennis defeated Brookland-Cayce on Thursday to advance to the 3rd round of playoffs. They travel to Bishop England today for a 4:30 PM match.
• Baseball (5/5 at Beaufort)
• Boys Golf (5/5 Region Tournament at Rose Hill)
• Softball (5/6 at Gray Collegiate)
• Girls Soccer (5/6 at Gray Collegiate)
• Boys Soccer (5/7 at Hilton Head)
• Track & Field (5/9 State Qualifier at Woodland)

Physicals will be offered at the Bluffton High School weight room on Wednesday, May 21 at 4:00 PM. These physicals are valid for 2025-2026. Physicals cost $20 and can be paid by cash or check made out to the Bluffton High School Booster Club.

The physical form is inside the BCSD athletic packet and can be found outside Coach Stewart’s office #1306 in the athletic wing or on the Bluffton High School Athletics website (https://blufftonbobcatsathletics.com/) under MORE/Athletic Form.

Physicals and packets for the 2024-2025 school year are no longer valid after May 31, 2025. Activities that take place beginning June 1, 2025, such as summer open season and strength and conditioning will require a 2025–2026 packet.

Parking for physicals is in the Bluffton High School student parking lot, ZONE C off of H.E. McCracken Circle and enter the athletic wing at the main gymnasium entrance.

QUICK TIPS:

*Keep it short and honest.
*Share your feelings about substance use.
*Teach on their level.
*Teach your child to make their own good choices, it will build their confidence.
*Set aside regular times when you can give your sons or daughters your full attention, you’ll build strong bonds.

The English 2 Writing EOC is May 7 from 8:45 am to 12:05 pm

The Spring EOC Prep Rally is May 15 from 3:50 pm to 6:50 pm

Details about how to support the Bobcats and various incentives for your partnership can be found in the document linked below.