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Administrative Newsletter - October 17 - 24, 2025 Administrative Newsletter - October 17 - 24, 2025

Announcement! Announcement!

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The 2025 Powder Puff total has been tallied!!! This year the program raised $44,106.53 to be able to donate back into the community to the Jim Bashaw Cancer and Catastrophic Fund, Camp Ta Kum Ta, and scholarships in Jim Bashaw's name at both MVU and BFA. This means that the program has raised over $397,000 since 2009, minus 2020. It is amazing what kids can do, when they are given the chance.

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Community Movie Night Community Movie Night

Movie Night was a community hit! We had students of all ages in MRUSD who attended and the Spirit Council did a great job running the event. We made a spooky punch, cotton candy, cauldrons of candy, and of course, popcorn! Thank you to the Boosters for donating the popcorn, to all our BFA chaperones, and CPSC!

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Forms Night Forms Night

Several students and families attended Forms Night with Katie Gesser from VSAC and school counselors to get hands-on help completing your FAFSA on Wednesday Oct 22nd @ 5:30PM in the BFA Library.


The FAFSA is required by most colleges and scholarships—it’s the key to unlocking financial aid and making college more affordable.

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Athlete of the Week - Marah McGinn! Athlete of the Week - Marah McGinn!

Congratulations St. Albans Messenger Athlete of the Week Marah McGinn!

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Athlete of the Week: Marah McGinn shines as Comets' defensive specialist!

Marah McGinn, BFA-St. Albans junior libero, reflects on the Comet volleyball team's historic 12-win season and her role as defensive specialist.

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Bobwhite Football Senior Night Bobwhite Football Senior Night

Senior Night

Friday, October 24th

BFA vs Mt Mansfield

Game Time: 7:00pm

Senior Celebrations: Pre-Game (~ 6:30pm)

Come out and show your support for our amazing Seniors as they take the field one last time at home! Let’s cheer on our BFA Bobwhites and make it a night to remember!

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Playoffs Playoffs

Comet golf season recap; Emma Caster and Aubrey Marchessault qualify for states!

BFA-St. Albans student-athletes show improvement in the 2025 golf season, with two players qualifying for the state championship. Bright future for Comet Golf!

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Resilience powers Comets past Wolves, secures home semifinal

The BFA-St. Albans Comet's volleyball team secured a 3-0 victory over the South Burlington Wolves in the D1 state championship. They move on to the quarterfinals.

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Burlington edges BFA-St. Albans in first round of playoffs

BFA-St. Albans Bobwhites' soccer team battles Burlington Seahorses in a thrilling playoff game. Seahorses secure a 1-0 victory.

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Enrichment Enrichment

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How BFA-St.Albans' Enrichment program gives students opportunity to be themselves

Discover how BFA-St. Albans' Enrichment program is re-engaging students with creative activities, clubs, and social events, fostering joy and connection.

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Spotlight on Students Outside of School Spotlight on Students Outside of School

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Meet Lucas Bergeron, a sophomore at BFA. Luke helps his family with their business "Green Mountain Kettle Corn". They are usually at our local farmers markets and fairs, and this past year travelled to Fryeburg, Maine and the Tunbridge, VT Worlds Fair.
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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

10/29 PSAT/SAT TEST DAY- ALL 10th -11th grade PSAT (See Schedule below.)

  • Optional SAT for Seniors in the library.

10/31 End P1

11/1 Halloween Dance

11/11 Veterans Day Parade

11/12 & 13 Parent Teacher conferences 3:30-7:30

PSAT/SAT OCT 29th schedule PSAT/SAT OCT 29th schedule

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Dear Students and Families,


This fall, all 10th- and 11th-grade students at BFA will take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 29, during the school day. The district will cover the cost of the assessment to ensure equity and access for every student.


The PSAT gives us another valuable data point beyond the 9th-grade VTCAP to measure student growth across high school. By reviewing results over time, we can better understand how students are progressing and where they may need additional support.


For 11th graders, the PSAT also serves as the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship Program, which provides opportunities for recognition and scholarships nationwide.

Benefits of the PSAT include:

  • Identifying strengths and areas for growth in reading, writing, and math.

  • Offering meaningful feedback to guide instruction and support postsecondary planning.

  • Providing equitable access to a nationally recognized test at no cost.

  • Giving students practice with standardized testing in a lower-stakes environment before the SAT.

  • Connecting students to scholarship opportunities and the College Board’s college readiness resources.

We are excited to offer this opportunity to all students and appreciate your support as they prepare to take part.


12th grade students who already registered will also take the SAT at this time.

NCTC Experience - November 18th NCTC Experience - November 18th

Come join us for a night of fun at experienceNCTC!

We are opening our doors to our extended community on Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 from 5:30-7:30pm. Come explore all of our programs in the BFA Gym, check out our ten activity booths, take a look at the work we’re doing, get help with your student application, and chat directly with our program instructors and current students.

Who’s invited?

Prospective students in 8th, 9th, and 10th grade, current students, alumni, community partners, advisory board members, and our sending school colleagues!

Registration:

Register ahead to get event notifications and a custom nametag waiting for you at check-in. Registration is optional, and visitors may sign in at our check-in table on the night of the event.

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Event Details:

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November 18, 2025

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Bellows Free Academy Gymnasium

71 South Main Street

Saint Albans, VT 05478


Questions?

Email cpatsouris@maplerun.org or call (802) 527-0614

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Winter Sports Parent Meeting Date & Time Winter Sports Parent Meeting Date & Time

BFA Winter Sports Parent Meeting November 19th @ 6:30 PM in the BFA Gymnasium


Winter Sports Online Registration


BFA Winter Sports Online Registration OPENS October 13th! Use the following link (https://students.arbitersports.com/bellows-free-academy-st-albans/2025-26-winter-athletic-registration-8) or visit BFAathletics.com and click on "Online Registration".

Please Contact Mr. O'Grady or Mr. Marlow with any questions.

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