02/04/2024 BCHS Weekly Newsletter
Principal's Message
Greetings Bruin families-
February is Black History Month. This month Bear Creek will honor the contributions of African American citizens to our nation by recognizing the sacrifices made throughout this month.
Each day we will celebrate these accomplishments and take the opportunity to recognize how different our lives would be if not for the risks taken to ensure equality for all people.
Sincerely-
Mrs. Hummel
Bear Creek Will Pay Daily Tribute to Black History Month
We acknowledging a special moment that happened in Black History daily in our morning bulletins.
Speech and Debate at Lodi HS S&D Tournament
Congratulations To Speech & Debate
Congratulations to the following Speech & Debate members who placed at last weekends tournament at Lodi High.
- Senior Jehan Jacobs placed 3rd in Open International Extemp speaking
- Freshmen Alyssa Misa placed 2nd in Varsity National Extemp Speaking and 3rd in Varsity Impromptu Speaking
- Senior Jason vonBrandt placed 2nd in Novice National Extemp speaking and 1st in Varsity Informative speaking
- Senior Litanie Mendiola placed 5th in Varsity Informative Speaking and 2nd in Open Duo Interp with partner Sr. Giovanni Galli
- Senior Giovanni Galli also placed 1st in Open Program Oral Interp
- Senior Nicanor Maina placed 5th in Open Original Prose & Poetry, 2nd in Open Dramatic Interp, and 2nd in Open Congressional Debate
- Senior Nikolas Hill-Chavez placed 2nd in Open Humorous Interp
- Freshmen Trevor Thy placed 4th in Open Congressional Debate
- We’re so proud you speak for the creek!
BC Jazz Earned a Unanimous Superior Rating
This weekend at the Folsom Jazz Festival BC Jazz earned an unanimous superior rating. Which is the highest ranking you can get in a music competition. The band also placed second overall in their division. Go BC!
International Rally
Tickets Are On Sale Now
The international Night Rally is March 1st at 6 pm. Must be 65 and over to purchase an elderly ticket. Children must be accompanied by an adult (K-12th). Event Doors Open at 5:15pm, close at 5:55pm. No Large bags, No Large purses, ID required. Come and enjoy the food provided after the show.
We Are Trying Something New With Outside Guest Check In
We are attempting to scan our outside guests as we scan in our students to help make the check-in process faster and easier. One ID number can be used per group or per individual ticket. To group tickets together that were purchased separately just make sure to enter the same drivers license barcode number.
Any Questions please feel free to email ballee@lodiusd.net or call 209-953-8213
Here is what number we are looking for on your Driver’s License
New Marquee is Coming
Installation For The New Marquee Has Been Set Up For February 20th
This installation will impact the space in the visitor parking lot, possibly spacing on Thornton Road, which will affect the space available for drop off/pick up in the front of the school.
Let's Grow Together
High School Summer School
Locations: Lodi High School & McNair High School
PRIORITY REGISTRATION:, Students in Need Of Credit Recovery: FEBRUARY 1 – 29, 2024
(See your Counselor to determine if you Qualify for Priority Registration)
OPEN ENROLLMENT REGISTRATION: All students: MARCH 1 – MAY 13, 2024
• Summer School courses are limited and enrollment is subject to availability
• Lodi USD reserves the right to cancel courses with low student enrollment
• SS- Course confirmations will be communicated via the Student/Parent Portal week of May 28th
Free Youth Heart Screening
Learn About What It Takes To Become An SJDC Registered Nursing Student!
Hosting Prospective Student Tours for Parents/Students
Bruin Night - Incoming 9th Grader Orientation
Join us for a trip to the Binational University College Fair
Norcal Science and Technology Festival
Mark your calendars!
The NorCal Science and Technology Festival is back at Lodi High again this year and it’s moved it up on the calendar!
Norcal Science and Technology Festival
Saturday, February 24th
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Lodi High School
The student planning team has been working hard and has secured over 40 presenters who are bringing hands-on STEAM activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) to introduce students to educational and career opportunities.
High School Student Volunteers Needed! In addition to the student organizers, there is a need for many high school student volunteers to run stations, work with children, and help with general logistics. Please note ‘free pizza’ and ‘free stickers’ for a minimum 2-hour volunteer shift.
*Here is a sharable Google Forms link for HS Student Volunteer Signups: https://forms.gle/7cTNsGJiBvwmy6XT6
Flyer in English
Flyer in Spanish
Video Of Last Years Science Festival
There's No Such Thing
LPA Diversity in Design $5,000 Scholarships
ID Cards
Parent / Guardian Volunteers are needed for the following areas:
- Chaperone (Dances, Field Trips, Co-Curricular Events...)
- Fundraising
- Teacher Appreciation Events
- Special School Events (Bruin Way Awards, Block BC Awards, International Rally...)
- Athletic Events
- Office Assistance
- College & Career Center
- Classroom Assistance
- Donations
- Love BC Campus Beautification Events
Everyone must have their ID card when on campus
Students need to show their ID card as they are entering campus. If you have lost your ID card, you can schedule an appointment to get a new ID card in the Counseling office. Cost is $5.00.
Athletics
College & Career Information
See what's going on in the College and Career Center
CLICK HERE to see important Dates for 2023-2024
Have You Reported Your Students' Absence?
You have 10 days to call in why your student was absent.
Daily Bulletin
Ways To Report
Past Newsletters
Want To See Something From a Past Newsletter?
Click Here to see past BCHS newsletters that were released
