BPHS Weekly Update September 3

What a great week at the Nest, Brooke Universe!

As we look toward next week, please take a few minutes to review the important dates, reminders, and information below. Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to make it a great year for our students!

Have a great weekend, and as always, Go Black-Hawks!

AS ONE.

Sincerely,

Mr. Joe Murgo

Principal

Just a reminder: There is no school on Friday, September 4, or Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday! 🎉🏫

Enjoy the long weekend!

For information about Brooke Point athletics and student activities, please visit:

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and we are highlighting next week, September 8-11, as Suicide Prevention Week. There will be activities available for students to participate in throughout the week to encourage students to "seize the awkward" and say something to peers/friends if they are worried about them. Please speak with your student about the importance of reaching out when they need help, or reaching out when they think friends need extra support. Several excellent resources for more information include 988lifeline.org, afsp.org, and seizetheawkward.org.

The counselors are holding a Virtual Senior Parent Presentation on Thursday, September 17th from 6-7pm. This presentation will cover the information provided to our seniors during classroom lessons, which is specific information about SchooLinks, how to apply to college, transcripts, and letters of recommendation. Please use this link on Thursday, September 17th in order to join the Senior Virtual Parent Presentation. If you are not able to join please know that a copy of the slideshow, a recording of the presentation that evening, and other important information will be sent through email to all senior families after the event.

Seniors! Did you know that Brooke Point is lucky to have the services of Cherice Taylor, a Germanna College and Career Advisor? Ms. Taylor works out of the Counseling office and meets with students who need assistance with navigating the postsecondary world, figuring out how to connect their interests to a career, and even registering for classes with Germanna for Fall 2027 (spring time-frame). Check out her SEPTEMBER tips!"

Hope Squad Information

Attention Students and Parents! HOPE Squad is a fantastic new program at BPHS to support students who may be struggling. The purpose of the HOPE Squad program is to improve access and availability to appropriate prevention services for vulnerable individuals who are at risk for suicide. The HOPE Squad program functions as a peer support team. The goal is to provide friendship, encouragement, and support for students who may be struggling.

Students are nominated by their peers as someone who displays naturally good listening skills and to whom students would go to if they needed help during difficult times. The HOPE Squad students DO NOT act as counselors but rather will be trained to refer their peers to a trusted adult for help. We are excited that students will have this additional layer of support from their peers!!! If you have any questions about the program, please reach out to Nancy Riffe in the Counseling Department or Michelle Parr who is the Speciality Center Coordinator of the CHAMP program.

Juniors! Would you like to be a member of the school board? If so, check out the letter attached for more information!

Selection of Student Rep for School Board Letter

Attention Seniors! Get your MONEY for college!

Every year money is left on the table because students do not know what scholarships are available. To help with the communication of scholarship information, BPHS has created a county-wide scholarship Google Classroom for you to join. Use the code utf77qsk and check back regularly for the most up-to-date information. Best of luck and score some cash for school!

In order to join, click on your Google Waffle, then click on Classroom. Once you are in Google Classroom, click on the + symbol in the top right corner, then enter the code utf77qsk to join the class.

Stafford County Public Schools is excited to announce our 2nd Annual 3E Day on October 13, 2026!

Designed to help high school students explore their pathways to Enroll, Enlist, or become Employed after graduation. 3E Day offers grade-specific activities that connect students with opportunities for their future and support our district strategic plan.

What’s Happening that Day?

• Freshmen (9th Grade): All students will participate in hands-on 3E activities focused on exploring future career, college, and military opportunities.
• Sophomores (10th Grade): All students will take the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test).
• Juniors (11th Grade): All students will choose between taking the PSAT/NMSQT or SAT.
• Seniors (12th Grade): All students will have several options, including taking the SAT, taking the ASVAB, participating in school-facilitated post-secondary planning, or participating in an independently coordinated off-campus experience such as a college visit, job interview, or internship.
  
  

Important SAT Details for Juniors & Seniors

• Sign-Up Deadline: September 14, 2026.
• Juniors and seniors who wish to take the SAT will be required to pay a $54.00 registration fee, though some students may qualify for reduced pricing
  *Testing Fee: $54 (Payable Online)
• Those paying with a check or cash, or students who are eligible for reduced pricing, should register directly with Ms. Wynne in the school’s counseling department.
• Homeschooled 10th and 11th grade students who reside within Stafford County are eligible to participate in the PSAT/NMSQT. Parents or guardians interested in registering a homeschool student should contact Ms. Wynne in the counseling office. Homeschool students are responsible for paying the applicable testing fees: $25.00 for the PSAT/NMSQT (sophomores and juniors).
  
  

How Can Students Prepare?

Free SAT preparation materials are available to all students through Edgenuity. Students can use these resources to review content, practice skills, and become familiar with the SAT before testing day.

Check out the Edgenuity SAT Preparation Guide for step-by-step instructions on accessing the available preparation materials.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! With access to technology, innovative programming, and educational resources, a library card at your local public library gives students of all ages the tools to succeed in school. Visit https://www.librarypoint.org/card to sign up for a library card at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library. If you have any questions, please stop by the library and see a Brooke Point librarian. We'll be glad to help!

Important upcoming dates:

9/9: Battle of the Books Meeting (during lunch)

9/15–10/15: Hispanic Heritage Month

9/25: Maker Monday (make a comic!)

Regular attendance and arriving at school on time are important parts of student success. When students are at school each day and ready to begin at 7:30 a.m., they are better able to stay connected to their classes, keep up with instruction, and start the day on a positive note. Families can help by building morning routines that allow students enough time to arrive, enter the building, and get to class before the 7:30 bell. Even a few minutes late can add up to missed instructional time over the course of the school year. We also want families to know that we will be reaching out early when a student’s absences begin to add up. Our goal is to connect with families before attendance becomes a larger concern, better understand any barriers that may be affecting attendance, and work together to support students in getting to school consistently and on time.

Thank you for partnering with us to make attendance and on-time arrival a priority. Every day matters, every minute counts, and we want our students here and ready to learn!

AP Classroom Reminders

By now, all students enrolled in an AP course should be registered in their AP Classroom using the join code provided by their teacher. Being registered gives students access to AP Classroom resources and helps make sure they are included in the AP Exam registration process.

If you are having trouble logging in to your College Board account or joining your AP Classroom, please reach out to Mrs. Papas, AP Coordinator, at papasab@staffordschools.net. She will be happy to help

AP Exam fees can be paid through Stafford County Public Schools Online School Payments (OSP) for Brooke Point High School. If your family may need financial assistance with exam fees, Counseling will be sharing information soon about how to apply for support.

We need YOU! Our PTSO is getting the year rolling, and there are lots of ways to get involved. Whether you join, volunteer, or simply help spread the word, your support makes a difference for Brooke Point students and staff!

Join the BPHS PTSO - Cheddar Up! Haven’t joined yet? Now is the perfect time! PTSO membership is just $20 for families and $10 for staff. Your membership helps support student activities, scholarships, staff appreciation, and more throughout the school year.

Muffin Cart Is Back! Muffin Cart is one of our favorite PTSO activities, giving students a chance to grab snacks and drinks during the last block of the school day. But we need volunteers to keep it running! Sign up for Monday or Wednesday from 12:30–2:15 pm using this link: BPHS PTSO All-Year Sign-Up, Events & Activities - Cheddar Up. If you can spare a little time, we would LOVE your help. It’s a fun way to get involved at school and support something the students really enjoy!

Paint Your Parking Spot

Paint Your Parking Spot - Don’t forget to get your designs in by Thursday, September 3! Painting Day is Saturday, September 12th! Get those designs submitted by the deadline and get ready to show your Brooke Point spirit!

Spirit Night — Nothing Bundt Cakes | September 10

Satisfy your sweet tooth while supporting Brooke Point PTSO! Pop in on Thursday, September 10th from 10am to 8pm at the Stafford Marketplace location. Stop by for a treat and help support our students and school. Be sure to mention Brooke Point PTSO when you order! spirit night NBC.pdf

Want to Get More Involved?

We’re always looking for parents, guardians, staff, and community members who can lend a hand. Whether you have an hour to volunteer at an event or want to take on a bigger role, we’d love to have you! Reach out to bphsptso@gmail.com to learn more or sign up here: BPHS PTSO All-Year Sign-Up, Events & Activities - Cheddar Up.

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