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It’s back, and this year we're "Raising the Bar" with monthly events! What started as a great idea to show our amazing BCHS teachers and staff a little appreciation has grown into something remarkable that we can all look forward to, our monthly Thankful Thursday celebrations!

And what better way to keep the tradition going than by bringing back the event that started it all… the Thankful Thursday Coffee Cart! ☕🍂 On Thursday, November 19th, we’ll be delivering coffee, tasty treats, and a little extra gratitude to our wonderful teachers and staff.

Please open the link below and review the available slots to sign up and contribute. Donations can be dropped off Thursday morning, or nonperishable items may be delivered in advance to Ms. Mayra at the front reception office, clearly labeled Thankful Thursday – ABC.

If you would like to give a monetary donation for THANKFUL THURSDAY, you can Venmo our Treasurer with a note in the "What's this for" stating Thankful Thursday donation.

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Every contribution, big or small, helps us remind our teachers and staff how much they mean to our students and school community.

Thank you for helping us keep this sweet tradition going, and growing!

With gratitude,

BCHS Academic Booster Club

Please use the link below when contacting teachers instead of the FOCUS option.

Barron Collier High School’s very own Andreas recently competed in the prestigious Harvard-MIT Mathematics Tournament (HMMT), one of the nation’s premier high school math competitions. Students competed in individual and team-based events that challenged their problem-solving, creativity, and critical-thinking skills through advanced topics such as number theory, geometry, and probability.

In addition to the competition, Andreas engaged in collaborative math activities at MIT, attended a lecture at Harvard University exploring multiple perspectives of the Pythagorean Theorem, and toured the campuses of Tufts University and Northeastern University. Their participation showcased both academic excellence and a commitment to pursuing rigorous mathematical challenges.

Final Results determined in the next two weeks.

For all Home Education and Private Schools Students zoned for Barron Collier High School click this link below for more information regarding AP Exam registrations.

Attention Sophomore, Juniors, and Seniors:

Confused about your future? Not sure what path to take after high school? The ASVAB will be administered here at Barron Collier on Wednesday, November 18th.

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a free assessment. This battery combines aptitude and interest inventory results to help students explore career occupations. Learn more about yourself and make better career decisions for your future!

Additionally, any student considering enlistment in the United States Armed Forces should take the ASVAB.

Sign up in the Counseling Office today!

Is your son/daughter needing to document volunteer/work hours for Florida Bright Futures? Please review new procedures:

New Process for Documenting Volunteer/Work Hours (shared with students via Canvas on 10/9/25)

We would like to inform you about the new process for documenting volunteer and work hours for
students at CCPS. While these hours are not mandatory for graduation, they are required for
students who wish to qualify for The Bright Futures scholarship.

Volunteer Hours:

1. Student Action: Students should log into their CCPS Portal and click on the "Service Hours"
section.
2. Checking for Approved Organizations: Under the "Organizations" tab, students must check if their
volunteering organization is already approved.
* If approved, students can proceed to create a proposal.
* If not listed, students can add a new organization by providing necessary information and
submitting for approval.
3. Parent Approval: Once a proposal is created, parents need to log into their CCPS portal to
approve ii.
4. Counselor Approval: After parent approval, the counselor will review the proposal for final
approval.
5. Logging Hours: After all approvals, students can upload their log sheet under the "Logs" tab.

Work Hours:

• Students should log into the CCPS Portal, click on the "Logs" tab, and upload their paystub to
document work hours.

Counselor Review and Transfer: Counselors will review and approve both volunteer and work hour
logs. Once approved, these hours will be transferred to the system overnight.

Senior Parents! UPDATE ON FAFSA – 2027-2028 application is NOW OPEN!

The Education Department announced Wednesday, September 24th, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms for the 2027-2028 school year are now open! This is the earliest the forms have ever been available.

This early release (one full week earlier than the October 1, 2026, release date) comes with a simpler application, including clearer language and easier collaboration between parent and student filers.

The new FAFSA can be completed in as little as 15 minutes and is available now at FAFSA.gov.

Improvements filers can expect:

*Easier language with less jargon

*Text invites for contributors

*Faster renewal (previously entered data will autopopulate making renewal each year less time consuming)

*Instant account verification (new accounts/first time filers will be verified faster)

*Immediate results (eligibility will be in real time vs. taking a few days)

Scan the QR Code or click on the link below to learn more about this amazing organization!

REWARDING WHAT WE VALUE!

This will help support our PBIS Initiatives.

Please refer to the map below for important traffic flow guidelines. When using the secondary drop-off and pick-up line, please remember that only one lane is available for vehicles. The primary drop-off and pick-up area located at the back of the campus has multiple lanes available.

In addition, please do not park or drive through any areas marked with an "X" on the map. These areas are restricted to help maintain a safe and efficient traffic pattern. Thank you in advance for your support and cooperation as we work together to ensure the safety of all students.

Activities Coordinator- Michael Sartorio

sartormi@collierschools.com

Activities Secretary- Kim Cuesta

cuestk@collierschools.com

Activities Secretary - Gloria Cotto (temporary fall 2026 Aug-Oct)

cottogl@collierschools.com

CCPS website- https://www.collierschools.com/bch

(this includes our activities/academic calendar- click on the athletics or activities tab and then the calendar tab to pull up anything going on around campus).

Upcoming Fall Sports- contacts/questions for coaches

Reminder that you MUST be cleared in AKTIVATE to try out and participate.

Register and do all your paperwork now please!

Football- Andrew Clawson (interim) clawsa@collierschools.com

Volleyball- Kaitlyn Ziegelmaier ziegek@collierschools.com

Swim and Dive- Matt Nelson nelsonma@collierschools.com

and Jeff Gersonde gersonje@collierschools.com

Boys Golf- Jason Miller jtcitrus@comcast.net

Girls Golf- Steve Harrington bcgirlsgolf@gmail.com

Cross Country- Natasha Bucher buchen@collierschools.com, Gabrielle Spain spaing@collierschools.com

Cheer- Kaleigh Cecil kaleigh@cecilscopyexpress.com

Winter Sports- contacts/questions for coaches

Reminder that you MUST be cleared in AKTIVATE to try out and participate.

Register and do all your paperwork now please!

Boys Basketball- David Watts dwatts2006@hotmail.com

Girls Basketball- Mike Hamburg bcmshcoach@gmail.com

Girls Soccer- Aaron Thayer thayea@collierschools.com

Boys Soccer- John Damasco coachjohndamasco@aol.com

Girls Weightlifting- Mark Jackson jacksm3@collierschools.com

Wrestling- Anthony Partello partea@collierschools.com

Spring Sports- contacts/questions for coaches

Reminder that you MUST be cleared in AKTIVATE to try out and participate.

Register and do all your paperwork now please!

Track and Field- TBA (refer to Sartorio)

Girls Tennis- Tyler Keely keelyt@collierschools.com

Boys Tennis- Sean Carter cartes2@collierschools.com

Girls Beach Volleyball- Wade Galt coachwade@wadegalt.com

Baseball- Michael Gulino - MichaelGulino2@gmail.com

Softball- Ron Camejo - rcamejo1@yahoo.com

Boys Lacrosse- Tyler Hardt tylerhardt@yahoo.com

Girls Lacrosse- Natasha Bucher buchen@collierschools.com

Academic Booster Club- Andrea Alikaj - barroncollierabc@gmail.com

All Sports Booster Club- Maggie Van't Hoff - mvanthoff@me.com

Student Government and School Dance Sponsors- Anthony and Shay Rudnicki

rudnis@collierschools.com, rudnia@collierschools.com

BC Club Questions- sartormi@collierschools.com

JROTC- Bradford Baumann baumab@collierschools.com

Band- Band Director Kevin Lopez- lopezk1@collierschools.com

Band Booster Club Jackie Burwell bchsbandpresident@gmail.com

Cheer- Kaleigh Cecil Santoro and Paula Jackson- kaleigh@cecilscopyexpress.com, jacksopa@collierschools.com

Twitter- @BarronCollier

Instagram- bccougars

Aktivate- This is used for all athletic clearance paperwork that is required by the FHSAA and CCPS to participate in athletics in Collier County (District wide).

New ECG required- all incoming 9th graders and new athletes to CCPS

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Tickets for our events- GoFan website. Student Sports pass ($50) is offered to BCHS students for all regular season home games. This will also be sold on GoFan.

Go Cougars!

New ECG required- all incoming Grade 9 athletes and athletes new to CCPS. (Active Link Below!)

The Barron Collier High School community shall continue to provide and pursue excellence in learning within an academic environment that is positive and safe. To advance the high expectations of our educational community we shall all demonstrate unilateral support and invest in quality educational resources. As partners of parents and mentors of students, we shall recognize and respect the diverse nature of our community’s population, fostering a strong commitment to community and country without bias.

All students will complete school prepared for ongoing learning as well as community and global responsibilities.

The mission statement for Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) is to help students develop their intellectual capacity and confidence so they can become lifelong learners with strong moral character.

CCPS's vision is to inspire students to achieve academic excellence.

Employees: For matters involving Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Title VII, and Florida’s Educational Equity Act, contact Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Chief Human Resources Officer, at (239) 377-0351, or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Students: For matters involving (a) Florida’s Education Act and Federal Title VI (race, religion, national origin issues), contact Ms. Rhoderica Washington, Director, Teaching and Learning, at (239) 377-0100, or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109; and (b) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact Ms. Jana Csenger, Coordinator of Psychological Services, at (239) 377-0521, or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida, 34109.

Email: kinslese@collierschools.com
Website: https://www.collierschools.com/BCH
Location: 5600 Cougar Drive, Naples, FL 34109, USA
Phone: (239) 377-1200
Facebook: facebook.com/ccpsBCH

Instagram: @bccougars

X: @BarronCollier