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 10, 2025- BMHS Athletic Boosters Meeting 7pm
November 13, 2025- Parent Teacher Conferences 3:15-7:00 pm
November 13-15- Fall Play 7pm
November 17, 2025- Post Prom Meeting 7:00pm
November 18, 2025 - Fall Sports Awards 6:00pm
November 26-28, 2025- NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break

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

PSAT Scores

PSAT Scores Now Available via CollegeBoard

Scores from the October administration of the PSAT 8/9 and PSAT 10/NMSQT are now available for students to view through their College Board student account or via the College Board’s “BigFuture School” app.

Each student receives a detailed score report that provides valuable insights into academic strengths and areas for growth across the tested skill areas. These reports are an excellent resource for students, parents, and teachers to identify learning priorities, plan next steps, and prepare for future standardized assessments such as the SAT.

We encourage all students and families to review the results together and use the feedback as a guide for continued academic growth. If you have difficulty accessing scores or have questions about your student’s report, please reach out to your school counselor for assistance.

BMHS will hold Parent Teacher Conferences on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 3:15 to 7:00 P.M. All parents are encouraged to attend and discuss your student's progress. Staff locator sheets and a school map will be available on the night of the conferences. To schedule a conference CLICK HERE.

Conferences will be held in person, unless, you click "ADD SPECIAL REQUEST" for a virtual conference. You must provide contact information for a phone or video conference for the teacher to contact you.

BIG NEWS, TITAN FANS!
Sports Illustrated just dropped their National Rankings for Girls High School Wrestling, and our very own Deionna is officially ranked #1 in the NATION! Her hard work, dedication, and unstoppable drive have put her at the top and we couldn’t be more proud!
Let’s hear it for Deionna, the best in the country!

Check out this lovely note from Audreys Outreach about our Girls Soccer Team.

We had a heartfelt visit from the Berea Midpark High School Lady Titans Soccer Team last week. These young ladies raised money to support their local community Food Pantry! These young ladies girls pictured put in a lot of effort for this fundraiser so they won the chance to come visit Audrey’s and get a tour. We think some of them will even come back to volunteer! Thanks Carla, Jordyn, Molly, Kylee, Callie, Brianna, Brooklynne, Coach Nick and organizer Janelle (not pictured)! We look forward to seeing you again.

Join us for a wacky night at the Brewsters in Arsenic and Old Lace, premiering November 13 and running through the 15th in the BMHS auditorium at 7PM each evening. Tickets are $13 and we can't wait to see you there!

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 Juniors!

Polaris has 3 new programs starting next year that are for seniors only:
Robotics, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Nail Technician
Polaris is hosting a day for juniors who are interested in these programs for next school year to come and visit on November 18th from 7:45 am - 10:30 am.

If your 11th grader is interested in visiting these programs on November 18th please have them scan this QR code to sign up! Students will take the bus from BMHS to Polaris and back to BMHS that day.

Attention 10th Graders!

On November 14th, all 10th graders will have the opportunity to attend a field trip to Polaris and visit two programs of interest.

On Tuesday, November 18th, Polaris will hold Registration Night from 6-7:30 pm, where students and families can come to tour the campus, learn about the programs, and complete their registration application.

Students receive points toward their Polaris application for attending these events - don't miss out!

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

All school fees for the 2025–2026 school year have been added to all students' accounts.

Seniors:
All fees must be paid in full by April 30th in order to attend Prom and Commencement. More information about these events will be communicated as the dates approach.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

Check made payable to Berea City School District
Mail to:
165 E. Bagley Rd.
Berea, OH 44017
Cash — Accepted in the High School office
Credit Card — Payments can be made online through the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus: Parent Portal – Infinite Campus

Please Note:
Additional fees may be added to your student’s account throughout the school year. We will do our best to communicate any changes, but please check your student’s account regularly for updates.

If you have any questions, please contact Nicole Bacha at 216-898-8901 ext. 5028.

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.

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No Weekends or Holidays
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