Welcome to the BHS Express

Hello Bulldog Families.

We wrapped up another busy week at BHS as our seniors celebrated their last day of class today! The week has been filled with a lot of celebrations and activity, and we look forward to wrapping up next week with our freshmen, sophomores and juniors!

Please review the Upcoming Important Dates section below. We’ve added in our 2026-2027 Freshman Transition day on August 7th and our Open House on August 13th. Put these on your calendars now so you don’t miss anything as we move into next school year!

For our Class of 2030 families, make sure you refer to the important flyer that’s linked into this newsletter. We will make sure your students become familiar with the high school and will have a fantastic transition into next school year.

I hope you all have a great weekend, and we look forward to our final week of the 2025-2026 school year.

In service to our Bulldogs.

Andrea Conner, High School Principal

@AConnerNews

@batavia_hs

#EveryBulldogEveryDay

Hi, Bulldog Families.

Have a great weekend.

Matt Buis, High School Assistant Principal

@BHS_Buis

@batavia_hs

Hello, Families.

To the class of 2027. Congratulations, you are almost officially seniors.

Parking Pass Important Information

• Parking pass sales will begin on Monday, July 13th, 2026 at 8am and end on Friday, July 24th. Spots 1-79 will be reserved for the seniors based on their attendance, tardies, and discipline from the 2025-2026 school year. The remaining spots behind the football field will be designated to our juniors and sophomores. Parking pass purchases can be made through PaySchools on the school website. (I believe the PaySchools app works better on a computer vs your phone.)

• Parking pass distribution information will be available at a later date in August. Please monitor your student emails for important updates.

• Seniors who choose to paint and decorate their spots must not paint over their spot’s number and parking spot lines. (Again, please monitor your student emails for important updates.)

• Seniors must submit a design to Mr. Moorehead prior to painting their spot. This design must be approved. Here is a link to the design form for submission: Painting for Senior Parking Spots Please send a copy of this form to moorehead_j@bataviaschools.org.

• Tardies have become an issue. Students who choose to purchase a student parking pass and provide their own transportation must do so with the understanding that students must be on time to school. If tardies are an issue, then administration reserves the right to revoke a student's parking pass.

• Safety!!! Any student operating a motor vehicle on campus must operate their vehicle safely. Any students caught speeding or making other unsafe choices will have their parking pass revoked. Administration will determine the level of consequence based on the unsafe behavior.

Parking Pass Prices:

$50 = Standard Parking Pass (valid for entire 2026-2027 school year.)

$70 = Senior Parking Pass w/ the option to paint/decorate your spot. (This is for seniors only. This is not required and seniors can purchase the standard parking pass if they do not wish to paint/decorate their spot.)

$25 = 2nd Semester Only Parking Pass - Available January 4th, 2027 (This option will be available at the start of 2nd semester for new drivers who receive their license during the 2nd semester of the school year.)

Have a great weekend.

Joe Moorehead, Dean of Students

• Attention: please check your student’s school fees and cafeteria fee balances. Students attending prom must have all fees paid. Also, all seniors must settle their outstanding balances, not only for prom, but also to receive their physical diplomas. Take care of these fees soon. Thank you.

• Click Here to Read The Clermont Sun's Coverage of our School Store

• Click on this Link to Access the LEAP ACT Practice Diagnostic Test Webinar

• Click Here to Order Your 2025-2026 BHS Yearbook

• Graduate Services Senior Cap/Gown Information (Students attending BHS)

• Graduate Services Senior Cap/Gown Information (Students attending Live, Diamond and Scarlet Oaks)

• 2025-2026 District Calendar

• 2025-2026 Flex A and B Schedules

Junior Nora Young was selected to receive the Grand Masters Excellence in Youth Award for the 6th Masonic District. This award is granted to students who demonstrate strong character and are contributors to their school and community. BHS is proud of you, Nora!

Three Batavia High School/Live Oaks students received their Senior Awards on May 11th. Gracie Hannah, Reva Riel and Madison Caruso received their scholarship letters and NHS stoles.

Representatives from DHL, Children's Hospital, Deltech and Motz were in attendance to share information with students.

Hosting is a rewarding experience that enhances your family’s worldly experience.

A boy from Colombia will be arriving in August but we need to arrange the first host

family now for him to get his student visa. Please contact us for more information –

see below and make a real difference!

• We typically have 2-3 host families to provide a rounded cultural experience for

the student and families.

• Families may or may not have school-age children, or no children at home.

• Interested? Want more information? Ready to sign up for a great experience?

Don’t Delay, follow up now!

• Contact the Batavia Rotary Club at youthexchange@bataviaohiorotary.org with

your contact information and we will reply and explain the interview process and

the support we provide for our hosting families.

Youth Exchange - “X-Changing the World One Person at a Time”

Say ¡Hola! to Spain — RSVP for a Chance to Save $300!

We’re heading to Spain in June 2027, and your student is invited to join the adventure of a lifetime!

This trip is all about culture, connection, and confidence — exploring historic streets, speaking Spanish with locals, and discovering what makes this country so inspiring.

Details and sign up can be found here.

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Scheel at scheel_k@bataviaschools.org.

• May 19, 2026: 8th Grade Transition Activities in the a.m.

• May 20, 2026: Seniors graduation practice and drive out parade. (See flyer in this newsletter for details.)

• May 21, 2026: Last Day of School for Students

• May 21, 2026: BHS Commencement Ceremony at Truist Arena: 7:00 p.m. Seniors report by 6:15 p.m.

• May 30, 2026: Final grades posted to Progress Book

• July 13-July 24, 2026: Parking passes for the 2026-2027 school year go on sale through PaySchools.

• August 7, 2026: Freshman Transition Day: 8:00 a.m. Parent Drop Off; 11:30 a.m. Parent Pick Up.

• August 13, 2026: High School Open House: 3:30 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. All students/families welcome.

• August 17, 2026: First Day of School!!

Check out the Batavia High School Guidance Counselor website.

https://www.bataviaschools.org/o/bhs/page/guidance

Your Guidance Counselors are:

Felicia Grooms

9th - 12th Grade Counselor A-L

(513) 732-2341 ext: 7037

grooms_f@bataviaschools.org

Beth Poling
9th - 12th Grade Counselor M-Z

(513) 732-2341 ext: 7036

poling_b@bataviaschools.org

Cincinnati Reds Senior Weekend

To celebrate the Class of 2026, the Reds are excited to offer 2 View Level tickets for just $20.26 for the May 22-24 weekend series vs. the St. Louis Cardinals! Join fellow seniors, family, and friends to enjoy a special day at the ballpark and commemorate your accomplishments. A minimum of two tickets must be purchased for this offer. Here is the link to redeem the offer.

UC Futures: A Free Summer Opportunity for Students

UC Futures is a fully funded summer experience at the University of Cincinnati designed to help students explore college life and prepare for their future.

This program is completely FREE for selected participants. We cover all costs, including programming, overnight accommodations, meals, snacks, and more. Students will also receive exclusive UC Futures swag!

Who is eligible to register?

Students who:

• Will be entering their junior or senior year of high school for the 2026–2027 academic year, and

• Meet one of the following criteria:

• Attend a rural or small-town high school in the United States, OR

• Attend a high school that is located in an Appalachian County

UC Futures offers students a unique chance to experience campus life, connect with peers and mentors, and gain valuable insight into the college application process—all in a supportive and engaging environment.

Registration is now open! Check in with Mrs. Grooms or Mrs. Poling if you have any questions.

Students can sign up here:

https://admissions.catalyst.uc.edu/register/ucfutures2026

SchooLinks Access for Parents

What is SchooLinks? SchooLinks is a new online platform Batavia is utilizing this year that provides a variety of tools designed to help students explore and collect information on colleges, careers, and tracking how they are meeting their graduation requirements -, as well as developing a plan for after high school. Guardians can track their student's progress and support their journey toward post-secondary success. The attached document gives guardians directions for logging into SchooLinks and viewing their student’s account.

SchooLinks Parent Guide

The FAFSA Application is still Open!!!!

• The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for students entering or attending college for the 2026-27 academic year is up and running! Any student that is thinking about attending any type of education/training after high school should complete the FAFSA - technical school, trade school, community college, public university, or private university. The FAFSA is what determines your eligibility for student loans, grants, work-study, and scholarships - thus, it is VERY important that you complete and submit it. Keep in mind, all students are eligible for student loans! We will continue to share information and helpful resources with you and your family as we receive it!

• The Ohio Department of Higher Education would like to share that the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available for all families to complete. Families who want to start filling out the FAFSA now can start the process at studentaid.gov.

• For additional assistance with FAFSA completion, please visit itsforyou.org, and look under the “Looking for FAFSA Help?” section for more information

Scholarship Information!

• Updated Scholarship List: Another option to look at opportunities for additional funding for college is by applying for scholarships. BHS Guidance updates this list regularly as new scholarships are shared with us. Here is a link to the most recent list that is shared with all seniors. Be sure to check this list on a regular basis as we update it as new scholarships come to our attention. Scholarship List - Updated 4/28/26

Mrs. Grooms and Mrs. Poling

Mark Pierson, Athletic Director

pierson_ma@bataviaschools.org

Tim Young, Assistant Athletic Director

young_t@bataviaschools.org

Link to Athletic Website:

513-732-2341, ext. 7051

Matt Buis, Assistant Principal

513-732-2341, ext. 7052

Joe Moorehead, Dean of Students

513-732-2341, ext. 7175

Melissa Anstaett, Administrative Assistant

513-732-2341, ext. 7055

Edie Strine, Administrative Assistant

513-732-2341, ext. 7054

If your student is absent, call

513-732-2341 and leave a message on the attendance line