Dear METCO Families,
- October 24: METCO JGMS Virtual Parent Meeting (Email & Evite sent)
- October 24: Covid/Flu Vaccine Clinic for Students
- November 5: No School - Teacher Professional Development
- November 6 - November 8: 6th Grade Nature's Classroom Trip
- November 11: No School - Veteran's Day
- November 20: Parent Teacher Conferences 4-7pm
- November 27: Early Release
- November 28 & 29: No School (Thanksgiving)
- December 18: Parent Teacher Conferences 2:15-4:15pm
- December 23 - January 1: No School - December Break
- October 22: Student Flu Shot Clinic
- October 26: PSAT Exam for 10th/11th Grade
- November 4: Picture Retakes
- November 5: No School - Teacher Professional Development
- November 11: No School - Veteran's Day
- November 14 - 16: The Play That Goes Wrong (BHS Play)
- November 19: Freshman Seminar (Flex Block)
- November 22: Freshman Seminar (Flex Block)
- November 27: Early Release
- November 28 & 29: No School (Thanksgiving)
- December 5: Teacher/Caregiver Conferences
- December 10: Instrumental Concert
- December 12: Vocal Concert
- December 23 - January 1: No School - December Break
METCO, HQ/Inc News
Hispanic Heritage Month is here! As we join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th, we honor the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of our Hispanic and Latino communities. This month is a time to recognize the diverse histories, arts, and achievements of those whose roots stem from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The Hispanic and Latino community has always played an essential role in enriching the educational experiences of our students, families, and staff. We celebrate the people in our METCO family who continue to inspire growth, understanding, and unity.
The Island School Scholarship for 9th, 10th, & 11th Graders
METCO HQ and The Island School are working together to provide students and families with an information session for two FULL-tuition scholarships (valued at approximately $17,000 with a family contribution set at $500) to attend The Island School Summer Term.
Click Here to Register for Island School IN-PERSON Information Session on 10/23 at METCO HQ/Inc from 6-7pm
MDPC's Historically Black Colleges and Universities Tour Experience
In collaboration with Madison Park Development Corporation, METCO HQ is providing students and families with an information session via Zoom about MDPC's Historically Black Colleges and Universities Tour Experience. This is a great opportunity for students and parents seeking to learn more about HBCUs and expand their college choices!
Click Here to Register for HBCU Tour Information Session via Zoom on 10/22 from 6:30-7:30pm
For more information: contact Karli Jannsen, College and Career Coordinator, at kjanssen@metcoinc.org
JGMS & BHS Family Nature Walk in the Blue Hills, Saturday, October 26th 11-1pm. RSVP to PDCBedford@gmail.com by Saturday, October 23rd. See flyer for more details.
College Essay Boot Camp, Saturday, October 26th 9:30-12:00pm or 1:00-3:30pm at Suffolk University. Open to all Juniors & Seniors. Please see attached flyer & Register, 826boston.org/essay. Any questions, please email workshops@826boston.org
Fall Splash at Yale (Available to 7th-12th Grades)
Saturday, November 9 | 9:00 am - 3:30 pm | Yale, New Haven
This fall, Splash will be on Saturday, November 9, from 9 AM to 3:30 PM, and 7th - 12th grade students are invited to attend. Splash is $20 for the day, with an option for a $10 T-shirt. Financial Aid is available to all students who need it.
Splash is a one-day program full of classes taught by Yale students on a diverse range of subjects, such as "Basics of Special Relativity", "History of the Aztecs", "An Introduction to Modular Origami," and more! More information, including our registration portal, can be found on https://yale.learningu.org/learn/splash.html.
METCO Office: 781-275-1700 x4435
Akil Mondesir, METCO Director
Chauncey Williams, METCO Coordinator Davis & Lane
Chauncey_Williams@bedfordps.org
Jonathan Brome, METCO Coordinator JGMS
Davis Main Office# 781-275-6804
Lane Main Office# 781-275-7606
JGMS Main Office# 781-275-3201
BHS Main Office# 781-275-1700
- Lt. Eleazer Davis Elementary School - Scribbles - October 15, 2024
- Lt. Job Lane Elementary School - Lane Notes - Week of October 14, 2024
- John Glenn Middle School - Buccaneer News - Vol. #09 - 10/21/2024
- Bedford High School - The Bedford Buccaneer - October 21, 2024
- Special Education Dept. - Director's Update - October 2024
- Superintendent Update - October 18, 2024
College Representative Visits
through November 15
Visits will be held in the BHS Counseling office unless otherwise noted. Sign up through Naviance and notify your teacher at least 24 hours in advance of the visit. If you are unable to attend due to an exam, presentation, etc. Please let your counselor know if you are interested in a visit, but are unable to attend so we can connect with the representative on your behalf.
Monday, October 21
9:15 am University of Maine
Tuesday, October 22
8:00 am University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
9:15 am Dickinson College
1:30 pm Sacred Heart University
Wednesday, October 23
8:45 am Providence College
10:15 am Simmons University
12:15 pm Middlesex Community College
Thursday, October 24
9:15 am Marist College
10:30 am Saint Michael's College
1:30 pm Virginia Tech
Friday, October 25
8:00 am Massachusetts College of Art and Design
10:30 am Syracuse University
1:30 pm Springfield College
Monday, October 28
8:00 am Seton Hall University
9:15 am Emmanuel College
10:30 am Westfield State University
1:30 pm University of Maine at Fort Kent
Tuesday, October 29
8:00 am Johnson & Wales University-Providence
10:30 am Massachusetts Maritime Academy
1:30 pm Colby-Sawyer College
Wednesday, October 30
10:15 am Bryant University
12:15 pm Adelphi University
Thursday, October 31
8:00 am Elizabethtown College
1:30 pm Fitchburg State University
8:00 am Landmark College
Senior Deadlines
Submit Your Senior Portrait
Please submit your photo to HJeShare.com using the school code "Bedford".
IMPORTANT: When uploading your portrait, please select the “Portrait” option as you upload in order to link your senior's name to the image.
Deadline: October 25
Submit Your Family Congratulatory Ad for the Yearbook!
Design, purchase, and submit an ad at YearbookOrderCenter.com using the school code 13423. Choose the option that says “Start Your Ad.”
Deadline: October 25
Senior Siblings
Share pics of senior siblings. Please submit the siblings' picture using the same submission method as the senior portraits, enter "Siblings" for the grade information, and spell the students' names how you would like them displayed with the picture.
Deadline: October 25
Yearbook Orders
Order your yearbook online by going to YearbookOrderCenter.com and using the school code 13423. All sales will be correctly priced online. If you have difficulty making an online purchase, you can also order over the phone: 1-866-287-3096.
Deadline: December 31