BMHS Family Newsletter

BCSD Vision:

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

December 9, 2025- Holiday Band Concert 7pm
December 11, 2025- Holiday Orchestral Concert 7pm
December 15, 2025- Holiday Choir Concert 7pm
December 17-19, 2025- Midterm Exams
December 22, 2026- January 2, 2026- NO SCHOOL - WINTER BREAK

Midterm Policy:
Due to the nature of midterms and the timeline, the policy on them is unchanged from years past.

The retake policy does not include midterms or finals.

Please note that buses will only run at normal times. Students staying until the buses will be required to stay in the cafeteria for a quiet study hall.

Attention freshmen! Do you need help preparing for your first-ever semester exams? Have you heard about the LINK Crew Cookie Cram?! Cookie Cram is an annual event run by LINK Leaders and volunteer staff to help tutor freshmen for their first-ever semester exams & enjoy cookies at the same time! The event is Monday, Dec. 15, after school until 3:30 p.m. in the B1 & C1 classrooms. See your LINK Leader or one of the coordinators with any questions.

Berea-Midpark High School senior Amy Truong has matched with Stanford University through the QuestBridge National College Match.

This is an incredible achievement. Amy earned a full four-year scholarship to one of the nation’s top universities through a program that recognizes exceptional academic talent and remarkable perseverance.

We are so proud of you, Amy! Your hard work opened this door. Your future is bright.

We are proud to share that Berea-Midpark High School student Lea Jacobs earned top recognition at the 2025 TECH CORPS Hackathon. Lea, a 10th grader, was named a regional winner in this statewide mobile app development challenge that brought together nearly 300 students across Ohio.

Lea and her team, TERIYAKI, created an app designed to help people connect with their community so they can easily find the support they need. Students spent nine hours designing, coding, and presenting innovative solutions inspired by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

As a regional winner, Lea received a $200 digital gift card for creativity, teamwork, and commitment throughout the event. Her work will be recognized during the TECH CORPS statewide celebration on December 10.

Throughout the challenge, Lea demonstrated the Portrait of a Titan competencies. She thought critically about a real community need. She collaborated with her team to design a solution. She communicated her ideas clearly. And she showed adaptability as she worked through the nine-hour build. These are the skills that matter. We are proud to see Lea put them into practice on a statewide stage.

Deionna Borders, Berea-Midpark, Senior

“From the season-opening Walsh Jesuit Ironman to the 235-pound state championship match at the Division I State Tournament last season, Borders had her hand raised in victory 47 times after 47 matches. Borders became a three-time state placer and a first-time state champion with a 4-0 state performance – a first-round pin, a major decision, and two shutouts. All told, Borders did not allow a single point the entire weekend. She became the first Ironman, district, state and Fargo champion in program history, and has the record for most single-season wins. She was Southwestern Conference, Greater Cleveland Wrestling Coaches Association and Cleveland.com Girls Wrestler of the Year.”

Attention 10th graders! If you are hoping to attend a program at Polaris Career Center next year, the time to complete your application is now! Students who submit their application before winter break will get the most amount of points on the Polaris admission rubric. Don't delay - apply today! The application can be found on the Polaris website: https://www.polaris.edu

The Mobile Dentist will be coming to our school on January 29-30, 2026

In this season of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for partners like you who go the extra mile to support the health and well-being of every student.

Help more students get the dental care they need.

Every week, children miss school because of untreated dental pain, but your upcoming The Mobile Dentists dental clinic can change that.

Sign up now. Share www.MySchoolDentist.com so every child who needs care can be enrolled. Dental care is fully covered for students with Medicaid.

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

Week of 12/1/2025

9th - Morgan Kessler nominated by Mr. Camardo

9th - Mason Syder nominated by Mr. Kosar

10th - Chris Cardona nominated by Ms. Porter

10th - Levi Zsembik nominated by Mrs. Yanus

11th - Belle Vigilante nominated by Mrs. Lamovsky

Week of 12/8/2025

9th - Denyz Zinchuk nominated by Mrs. Gonzalez

9th - Henry Colson nominated by Mrs. Botzman

9th - Benjamin Romano-Gramlich nominated by Mrs. Tillman

10th - Evan Floreske nominated by Mrs. Narowitz

10th - Izzy Olah nominated by Ms. Woods

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