The Bedford Buccaneer
August 5, 2024
Dear BHS Students,
As you know, Principal Galante has stepped down from her role as principal of BHS. While the district begins the process of selecting a new principal, I will be serving as your Principal for the remainder of the year.
Some of you may have seen me around this fall as I visited BHS in my role as Assistant Superintendent. I also spent seven years as a school principal in other districts. I worked closely with Principal Galante throughout this year, so I’m already familiar with our school’s routines, goals, and the many strengths that make this community special.
What does this mean for you?
Your classes, activities, and daily routines will continue as usual.
Your teachers and staff remain here to support you every day.
Our expectations and school culture will stay consistent.
I’m looking forward to being present in the building, getting to know more of you, and making sure our school continues to feel safe, welcoming, and focused on learning. I am planning some opportunities for us to connect, and I will share those in the upcoming weeks.
If you have questions, ideas, or concerns, please reach out. Your voice matters, and I want to hear from you.
Thank you for continuing to support one another and for all you contribute to our school community.
Warmly,
Dr. Williamson
- Thursday, February 5: Class of 2027 Postsecondary College Kickoff | SEPAC Meeting
- Wednesday, February 11: Vertical Chorus Concert
- Friday, February 13: Principal Advisory Council Meeting
- Monday, February 16 - Friday, February 20: Mid-Winter Break
- Wednesday, March 11 - Saturday, March 14: Footloose, spring musical
- Tuesday, March 17 - Vertical Band Concert
- Wednesday, March 18 - Career Pathways Day / Vertical String Concert
- Friday, March 20 - Professional Development Day (no school for students)
- Tuesday, March 24 & Wednesday, March 25: ELA MCAS (delayed start)
- Monday, April 6: End Term 3
- Thursday, April 9: SEPAC Meeting
- Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24: Spring Break
- Tuesday, April 28: Poetry Slam
- Thursday, April 30: Playwrights Festival
- Thursday, May 7: Chorus Concert
- Tuesday, May 12: Band/Orchestra Concert
- Wednesday, May 19 & Thursday, May 20: Math MCAS (delayed start)
- Thursday, May 21: Junior Prom
- Thursday, May 28: Senior Prom & Prom Stroll
- Tuesday, June 2 & Wednesday, June 3: Science MCAS (regular start)
- Monday, June 8: Underclassmen Awards Ceremony
- Wednesday, June 17: Last Day of School /End Term 4 (tentative)
The Lunch Menu can be found here.
The full Bedford High School calendar can be found here.
The Bedford Public School District calendar can be found here.
Junior Class: Postsecondary Kickoff
Students: Thursday, February 5 | Flex block | Auditorium
Parents: Thursday, February 5 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | Auditorium
Parents, please join the BHS counseling team on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:30 pm to learn about counselor programming for Juniors, postsecondary options; using Naviance for the college process; standardized testing; the postsecondary timeline; financial aid, and more. This event will be recorded and posted to the Counseling Events page approximately one week after the session.
All Night Graduation Planning Meeting
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 7:00 pm | BHS Library
The All Night Graduation Committee will be holding its next planning meeting on Tuesday, February 10th in the BHS Library from 7:00-8:30 p.m. New members (caregivers of students of any class year) are always welcome. We are looking for additional committee members for the following committees: Decorations, Entertainment, Food, Picture Booth, and Social Media. Please see our website (www.bedfordpco.org/ang) for these committee descriptions.
Class of 2029 Fundraiser @ Ken's NY Deli
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 | 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Ken's will donate a portion of the night's sales to the Class of 2029. Order online or in person!
Bid On an Original Sean Hagan Painting! - Class of 2029 Fundraiser @ Ken's NY Deli
Please help support the Bedford High School Class of 2029 and bid on an original framed painting, donated by BHS class of 2029 co-advisor Sean Hagan! This painting will be on display at Ken's Deli on February 24th from 4:00-9:00 pm for the 2029 Ken's fundraiser, where a portion of the proceeds from food and drink sales will benefit the class.
If you are interested in placing a bid, please fill out the brief form below (or pass along to anyone you think might be interested). Your bid will be exported to a google sheet, which will be viewable to the public. Bidding starts at $50. Bidding Sheet: https://forms.gle/nc3fHJZvqkkrGZKt7
The winner of the auction will be notified after February 24th.
The Citgo Sign- 2025 by Sean Hagan
Mixed media on Wood panel
16.5" x 20.5"
Framed
This work explores the layered identity of the modern city—how place is shaped as much by memory, movement, and corporate presence as by its physical streets. The Citgo sign, an unmistakable Boston landmark, rises as both beacon and interruption: a symbol of navigation, commerce, and familiarity that anchors personal experience within a constantly shifting environment. Through a process of layering paint, printed imagery, and map-like linework, I juxtapose structure and erosion. The underlying street grid suggests movement, routines, and unseen histories, while expressive fields of red and blue introduce emotional tension—energy, conflict, and vitality embedded in urban life.
Athletics This Week
Monday, February 2
Basketball, boys (V/JV) @ Chelmsford
Tuesday, February 3
Basketball, girls (V/JV) vs Malden Catholic
Wednesday, February 4
Hockey, girls (V) @ St. Mary's
Wrestling (V) vs. Concord-Carlisle
Thursday, February 5
Basketball, boys (V/JV) vs Gloucester'
Gymnastics (V) @ Wakefield
Alpine Ski (V) - Playoffs
Friday, February 6
Basketball, boys (V/JV/F) @ Acton-Boxborough
Basketball, girls (V/JV) vs Acton-Boxborough
Gymnastics (V) @ Melrose
Saturday, February 7
Hockey, boys (V) @ Dracut
Hockey, girls (V) @ Waltham
Seal of Biliteracy Information
Apply by March 1, 2026
To apply for the Seal of Biliteracy, students must complete this form: Seal of Biliteracy application by March 1, 2026. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Adam Bailey, World Languages Program Director, at 📧adam_bailey@bedfordps.org or call 📞(781) 275-1700, x4522.
Scholarships
To see scholarships in Naviance, select: Colleges > Scholarships & Money > Scholarship Search
You can also check out other scholarships listed under College-Specific Scholarships and National Scholarships
The Bedford Dollars for Scholars application will open on March 1.
Senior Prom
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 4:15 pm - Stroll | 6:00 pm - Gibbet Hill
Tickets will go on sale in May. Students must complete the Handbook Acknowledgement before purchasing tickets. All prom guest forms must be turned into the office for approval by May 21.
Community Mental Health Supports
If there is a mental health emergency, please call: 🌐Advocates Psychiatric Emergency Services (available 24 hours) at 📞(800) 640-5432, or Massachusetts Behavioral Health Helpline (available 24 hours) at 📞833-773-2445 (call or text), or Call 📞911.
Bedford Youth & Family Services
Check out the services available to BPS students and their families.Cartwheel
Families can now raise their hand directly for mental health support with Cartwheel – we’re here when you need us. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, having a hard time with back-to-school transitions, or needs someone to talk to, Cartwheel is here to help.
When Your Child Is Sick...
Please keep your student home from school if any one of the following occurs:
- Vomiting or diarrhea within 24 hours.
- Temperature of 100 degrees F or higher within the last 24 hours, without fever-reducing medication.
- Positive throat culture for strep. Students may return 24 hours after antibiotic treatment has begun.
- Any moderate to severe symptoms of acute illness, such as a persistent cough, runny nose with body aches.
Hand washing is the most effective means of preventing the spread of communicable illnesses.
If Your Student Gets Sick at School, they should come to the health office to see the nurse. If your student calls a parent/guardian to be picked up and the student has not been evaluated in the health office, it will be considered a parent dismissal, and is not exempt.
Reporting Communicable Illnesses: Please report all communicable illnesses to the attendance line or contact the health office directly at 📞781-918-4416.
Questions? Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. Reach out to Nurse Vaughan at: 📞781-275-1700 x4416, or email 📧bhsnurse@bedfordps.org
Register NOW for the CSF of Bedford Dollars for Scholars Trivia Night!
Saturday, February 7 | 6:30 – 9:30 pm | American Legion
Get your team (and your snacks!) ready and join us for some Trivia Fun, Cash Bar, Door Prizes, and Silent Auction! On Saturday Feb 7, the CSF Dollars for Scholars Trivia event will be held at the Bedford American Legion, brought to you by Sporcle Trivia. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with Trivia kicking off at 7 pm.
Teams of 6-10 players (maximum of 10 players per team), $300 per team*. The maximum attendance is 15 teams, so RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW! Team Captains please register your team HERE, or visit our website: http://www.bedfordma.dollarsforscholars.org
Prizes will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams. Proceeds go to support scholarships for Bedford/Hanscom graduates who plan to continue their education.
* If you are a group of 1-5 who would like to participate and would enjoy making new friends by being placed on a Trivia team, please contact Tara Goss at tara@goss-family.net.