• Monday, May 26: No School - Memorial Day
• Tuesday, May 27: Bedford Dollars for Scholars Awards Ceremony
• Thursday, May 29: Senior Prom
• Tuesday, June 3: Graduation Rehearsal
• Wednesday, June 4 & Thursday, June 5: Science MCAS (regular start time for all)
• Thursday, June 5: Graduation and All Night Graduation Party 🎓
• Tuesday, June 10: Underclass Awards Night
• Wednesday, June 11: End of Year Staff Luncheon
• Thursday, June 12 - Wednesday, June 18: Final Exams - Underclassmen
• Wednesday, June 18: Last day of school for grades 9-11

BHS Calendar

BPS Rotating Day Calendar

BPS Calendar

Dear BHS Community,

As part of our ongoing commitment to student wellness, engagement, and academic success, we are addressing cell phone use during class time through a proposed addition to the Bedford High School Handbook. We are reaching out to seek your support in reinforcing this important focus on enhancing student learning.

In response to concerns expressed by faculty, staff, and caregivers, we introduced Cell Phone Practices at Bedford High School during the 2024–2025 school year. These practices were developed by a dedicated cell phone committee that consisted of faculty where student and administrative feedback were solicited. We also consulted with a clinical consultant. However, because the practices were not formally included in the handbook, their implementation varied across classrooms. This inconsistency created confusion and made it difficult to hold students accountable in a fair and effective manner.

As we look ahead to the 2025–2026 school year, there has been significant discussion regarding a proposed policy update (linked below) that builds on the pilot from this year. This proposal mirrors the practices we tested, but includes clearly defined consequences and outlines support structures from the main office and counseling team to ensure a consistent and supportive approach.

While multiple policy versions were considered, we prioritized a version that is both consistent and enforceable. If approved by the School Committee, the policy will be closely monitored throughout the 2025–2026 school year. Based on feedback and observed outcomes, we may recommend further adjustments for the 2026–2027 school year.

Please feel free to review the proposal below. A google form is also included for you to provide feedback. We deeply value your partnership and thank you for your continued support. Together, we can foster an environment where students are more focused, engaged, and prepared for success.

Sincerely,

Heather Galante

Principal

Cell Phone Policy Proposal

Cell Phone Policy Proposal-Feedback Form

Make sure your student and parent contracts are signed! This contract outlines the rules and potential consequences for all school events including events held off-campus. A few key rules:

• Consumption of alcohol and any controlled substance are strictly prohibited before and during these events.
• Events are for Bedford High School students. Prior to bringing a visitor, proper paperwork must be completed.
• Students must attend school the day of the event. In the case of a weekend event, students must attend school on the most recent school day.

Parent Agreement

Student Agreement

Bringing a guest from out of school?

Stop by the student office to get a Prom Guest form. All guests must be approved by an Administrator at least 24 hours prior to the event.

Class of 2026

• President, Rishabh Sudakar
• Vice President, Keida Stroni
• Treasurer, Kate Collins
• Secretary, Maddie Plurad
• Student Reps: Parker Ferguson, Emelyn Heeney, Ciara Shelton, Paul Stewart
• Prom Chair, Bella Raposa

Class of 2027

• President, Aiden Green
• Vice President, Maddy Thompson
• Treasurer, Will Siciliano
• Secretary, Emmett Dreyfus
• Student Reps: Gabe Favalora, Yash Girase, Navya Karki, Rohan Kapuria, Matthew Stevens,

Return locks to the student office.

• There is a box to drop off the locks.
• Please cross your name off the list.

If you have not yet signed up (returning students don't need to again). You can click this link: https://forms.gle/gT5AqFmBFLMPkwxA7

There are still spots open in all sections, especially the Color Guard, which doesn't require musical performance, but visual and dance. We hope more students will consider joining us, our early numbers are the largest we've been in almost 10 years.

The cast and crew for BHS's production of Mean Girls is nominated for 10 TAMY Awards. The awards ceremony is June 1, and our own Emma Cohen will perform at the event.

• Best overall production (large school division)
• Best performance in a leading role: Emma Cohen (Janis)
• Best performance in a featured role: Carinna Dogan-West (Mrs. George)
• Best performance in a feature role: John Mitchell (Kevin G)
• Best student orchestra
• Best stage crew (large school division)
• Technical excellence- lighting (large school division)
• Technical excellence- sound (large school division)
• Dynamic duo: Emma Cohen and Yoana Dimitrova (apex predator)
• Not your average chorus member: Logan Toth

In addition, Emma Cohen, Joseph Choi, and Sadie King auditioned for the MA Jimmy Awards. The two winners of this audition will attend the very prestigious Jimmy Awards competition in NYC in June, and will spend ten days with the best musical theater high schoolers from around the country and will work with Broadway professionals. Emma and Joseph were chosen as 2 of the 14 finalists and are waiting to hear if they made it. the two winners will be announced soon, so we are awaiting that news.

Science: June 4-5 (regular start for all students)

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Available to view until June 10, 2025

On Tuesday, May 20, Jon Mattleman virtually presented on Emotional Well-being and Life after High School. The presentation offered valuable insights for students and families navigating this major life transition.

He discussed common emotional challenges faced by young adults and provides practical strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. The presentation encouraged proactive mental health care and offers tools to foster emotional growth and independence.

A recording for this presentation is available via Zoom on the Youth and Family Services page on the Town website, Bedford High School webpage, and Jon Mattleman’s website Home | jonmattleman until June 10.

Click this link to be directed to the recorded Zoom presentation: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/OjjMbEx4hcZVrWBniVIh-7sperZcTDkOT46DSAQBAWhX6jDqbAqt6DDn3_o_hhXs.M_ma6YkJ4iXIYO6y?startTime=1747785759000

Passcode to access Zoom: 607&21F#

June 8, 2025

What: Help at the 4th Annual Pride Day Celebration

Where: Town Common

More information & sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4AABAC2AA31-56554628-4thannual

Questions?: Please reach out to Michael Cheng.

The theme of this year’s Bedford Guide is looking at Bedford through the eyes of the town's high schoolers, both present and past. We would like the perspectives of current Bedford High attendees so we can see how things have changed through the generations. Please reply to the questionnaire below by June 15, 2025. If you have any questions, contact Gene Kalb at gene.kalb@thebedfordcitizen.org.

https://airtable.com/appjTqyUey2BVBZJA/shreyILOVxWHgohD7

Thursday, June 12 - Wednesday, June 18

• Mr. Alperin - charles_alperin@bedfordps.org
• Mr. DeChellis - brian_dechellis@bedfordps.org
• Ms. Halupowski - janel_halupowski@bedfordps.org
• Ms. Richards - julia_richards@bedfordps.org
• Ms. Say - khunravy_say@bedfordps.org
• Ms. Thyne - samantha_thyne@bedfordps.org

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 9-1-1.

If you are seeking counseling support for your child, please reach out to one of these resources:

• Your child’s pediatrician to ask for a counseling referral
• Bedford Youth and Family Services at 781-918-4328
• Eliot Community Human Services at 978-369-1113

Bedford Youth & Family Services

Community Service hours are verified weekly/bi weekly at the end of each week.

When looking at your hours make sure the date under the number of hours on your MobileServe homescreen says "All Time". Also make sure you look at the pending hours as many of your hours might be there waiting for verification.

New requests for access to MobileServe are also processed once a week, usually on Fridays.

If you submitted a form and used the app last year, you have an active account and DO NOT need to submit another form. If you forgot your password please use the password recovery on the app.

Many answers to Community Service questions can be found here on the BHS website.

Parental Consent Forms are found here.

Please check the list below and ensure you've completed any online forms and submitted any paper forms. Contact information for each form is provided if you have questions.

• Allergy Action Plan - complete online (parent/guardian)

• App Consent for MobileServe - print, complete, & drop in main office (parent/guardian)
• Emergency Form - print, complete, & drop in main office (parent/guardian)
• Field Trip Consent & Waiver - BHS field trip consent/waiver (parent/guardian)
• Locker Request Form - complete online (student)
• Medication Release - complete online (parent/guardian)
• Parent Handbook Acknowledgement Form - complete online (parent/guardian)
• Senior Flex Sign In - complete online (student)
• Sports Registration - complete through FinalForms (parent/guardian)
• Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form - complete online (student)
• Student Parking Permit Application - complete online (student)
• Work Permit - complete, print, & bring to main office (student & parent/guardian)