BMHS Family Newsletter

BCSD Vision:

The Berea City School District is a diverse community dedicated to inspiring lives of character, learning, leadership, and service.

November 17, 2025- Post Prom Meeting 7:00pm
November 18, 2025 - Fall Sports Awards 6:00pm
November 26-28, 2025- NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
December 9, 2025- Holiday Band Concert 7pm
December 11, 2025- Holiday Orchestra Concert 7pm
December 15, 2025- Holiday Choir Concert 7pm

YRBS - Youth Risk Behavior Survey

Dear Berea-Midpark High School Parents/Guardians,

We are writing to inform you about an important opportunity for our students to participate in a nationwide survey that helps us improve school health and wellness programs: the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS).

What is the YRBS?

The YRBS is a voluntary, anonymous, and confidential survey developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please see the attached YRBS Fact Sheet.

The YRBS helps identify students’ health and safety habits so communities and schools can focus their efforts on making improvements where needed. Healthy lifestyles for students mean longer, more productive lives for young people, as well as improved learning in the classroom.

The survey will ask questions about:

Nutrition and physical activities.
Injuries and weapons.
Tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use.
Sexual health behaviors.

The results provide valuable, aggregated data that Berea Midpark High School and the district use to develop and enhance programs that better support the health, safety, and academic success of all our students.

Survey Logistics and Participation

The YRBS will be administered during school hours on Monday, November 24th, during 2nd period at Berea Midpark High School.

Your student's participation is completely voluntary and requires your written permission (passive or active consent/assent form). All responses are kept anonymous and confidential. No identifying information is collected, and students may skip any question they are uncomfortable answering.

The consent form is attached in the link below and a paper copy will also be sent home with your child. Please review this information carefully.

YRBS Opt In/Opt Out Consent Form - Electronic Form - https://forms.gle/ubnne1r2PH3uPsrV6

YRBS Opt-In/Opt-Out Form - Paper Form - Print and return to the main office.

Incentive for Returning the Form

To encourage a high rate of parental response and student participation, every Berea Midpark High School student who returns the YRBS consent form—regardless of whether you choose for them to participate or not—will receive a Dunkin' Donut Gift Card.

We strongly encourage you to review and return the form promptly to ensure our data accurately reflects the needs of our student body and to make sure your student receives their gift card.

If you have any questions regarding the YRBS and/ or would like to review the questions, please do not hesitate to contact Meredith Ondak, Coordinator of Behavioral Health and Wellness at mondak@bereaschools.org or 216-898-8300.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to the health and well-being of our students.

Sincerely,

The Berea Midpark High School Administration

We’re so proud of these amazing athletes who are taking their talents to the next level!
Luke Nedoma – Golf at Kent State Tuscarawas
Lilly Becker – Swimming & Diving at Rider University
Lauren Fayne – Softball at Walsh University
Your hard work, dedication, and Titan pride have led you here, and we can’t wait to cheer you on as you crush it in college!

Honors Choir Spotlight
We are incredibly proud of Eliana Rodriguez, Bella DiRienzo and Zoey Peer, who participated in the Ohio Music Education Association Honors Choir, featuring talented treble singers from Districts 4 and 7!
This inspiring event was held at Cleveland State University, where they joined voices with outstanding singers from across the region for a couple of days of music-making, learning, and collaboration. Their dedication, preparation, and passion for the arts truly shined!
Bravo to our BMHS performers for representing our community with excellence!

Check out the list of students recognized last week for being respectful, responsible, and safe!

9th - Cali Heitman nominated by Ms. Prok
9th - Shirsti Poudel nominated by Mrs. Narowitz
10th - Makayla Dines nominated by Mrs. Corrigan
10th - Kevin Maryo nominated by Ms. Stone
10th - Caiden Whipkey nominated by Mr. Fleming
12th- Christian Vigilante

ACT Prep Seminar

Berea-Midpark High School will host an ACT preparation seminar on
Wednesday, December 3rd , from 7:45 a.m. to 2:20 p.m., here at the high school.
Students will learn specific testing and time management strategies to help them
score their highest on the ACT—all geared toward increasing their chances for
admission and scholarship aid to their colleges of choice. This six-hour session is
presented by Next Level Prep, a company known for its subject matter experts
in test preparation & college admissions. We highly recommend this seminar,
especially for students taking the ACT on December 13 or early 2026. Because
we’re hosting the seminar, the special price for our students is just $69 each,
which also includes a comprehensive workbook, a strategy outline, study plan,
and, free call-in tutoring. Register online using a credit card for payment at
www.nlpamerica.com. Please hurry. Enrollment is limited.

Attention Families in Need of Healthcare

Health Insurance Marketplace Open Enrollment: Get Covered for the New Year!

Important Announcement for All Parents: November 1 is coming soon!

Open Enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace® (HealthCare.gov) begins on November 1. This is your annual chance to enroll in a new health insurance plan, re-enroll in your current plan, or change plans for the coming year.

Having comprehensive health coverage is essential for the well-being of your family, especially your children. Don't miss this opportunity to secure a plan that meets your family's needs and budget.

Key Dates to Remember:

November 1: Open Enrollment begins. This is the first day you can enroll in, renew, or change plans.
December 15: This is the deadline to enroll in or change plans if you want your coverage to start on January 1.
January 15: Open Enrollment ends. After this date, you can only enroll if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period due to a major life event (like moving, having a baby, or losing other coverage).

Learn More & Get Started:

You can explore your options, compare plans, and find out if you qualify for financial assistance to lower your costs by visiting the official website: HealthCare.gov.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff8grwhjcP8_rnx2kixVCBiJ9BtXJGMMqUPdDE-EW4ZmJq0Q/viewform

Looking for a rewarding part-time job that fits your schedule? Berea City School District is hiring Nutrition Services team members! Make a difference by helping our students stay fueled and focused throughout the day.

Flexible Hours
No Weekends or Holidays
Opportunity to work in your community

Whether you're seeking extra income or a meaningful way to contribute to your community, this role offers the perfect opportunity to make an impact! View our current opportunities