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🚫No School for Students, Staff Professional Development Day

Monday, November 2, 2026

🔔 November 3rd-November 6th Bell Schedule

📅 Deadline to Register for Winter Sports

Monday, November 2, 2026, for additional information refer to the 'Athletics & Activities' section.

📅 Deadline to Register & Pay for AP Exams (without a late fee penalty)

Monday, November 9, 2026 at 3:00pm, see additional information in the 'Counselor's Corner" below.

🚫No School, Thanksgiving Break

Monday, November 23, 2026 - Friday, November 27, 2026

Sorry, this is a little late, but we wanted to thank everyone that donated and / or

contributed to help make the parent-teacher conferences a success! Thank you to the

local businesses that contributed including Christian Brothers, Santiago’s, Osito’s,

Sundance RV Marine, and to the many wonderful Berthoud families that contributed!!

We were blown away by your generosity! Looking forward to our next event in the

Spring.

Your BHS Volunteer Coordinators,

John and Jamie Terrell

The Berthoud High School staff would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the families, businesses, and especially our wonderful volunteer coordinators: John & Jamie Terrell, for providing all the delicious meals and snacks during this semester's conferences. We are truly grateful for your generosity in keeping our team fueled during these long days!

Monday, November 2nd: No School

Tuesday, November 3rd:

Period 3: 10:04 AM – 11:33 AM

Lunch: 11:38 AM – 12:10 PM

Period 5: 12:14 PM – 1:43 PM

Period 7: 1:48 PM – 3:17 PM

ELO: 3:22 PM – 3:50 PM

Wednesday, November 4th:

Period 2: 9:30 AM – 10:52 AM

Period 4: 10:57 AM – 12:19 PM

Lunch: 12:24 PM – 12:56 PM

Period 6: 1:01 PM – 2:23 PM

Period 8: 2:28 PM – 3:50 PM

As we enter postseason play for our home events, please remember that regular passes are not accepted at the gate. This includes BHS Student Athletic Passes.

You may purchase game-day tickets in advance through GoFan. CHSAA and CHSCA passes will be accepted.

Please plan ahead and be prepared to purchase your ticket at the gate if you have not purchased one in advance.

Thank you for your cooperation and support of BHS Athletics! Go Spartans! ❤️

Visit the BHS website to conveniently purchase adult and student athletic passes or individual game day tickets. You can also view upcoming home athletic events and schedules on the website.

Please note:

• Athletic passes are not valid for fundraisers, postseason events, or special events.
• Cash and cards are accepted at all athletic events.
• A $1 transaction fee is applied to each ticket purchased using a card.

Monday, November 2
Winter sports registration deadline. Be sure to register on time!

Monday, November 9
First official CHSAA practice for Girls Swim & Dive.

Monday, November 16
First official CHSAA practices for:

• Boys Basketball

• Girls Basketball

• Boys Wrestling

• Girls Wrestling

The athletics schedule is subject to change. Please visit the Berthoud Spartans website for the most up-to-date schedule and event information.

Berthoud High School Athletic Boosters is looking for volunteers to work the concessions stand during home athletic events. Please click on the link below to sign up to earn money for your team (Students not on a team are also welcome to help to earn volunteer hours).

December 1st Boys & Girls Basketball: Girls Volleyball Working

December 10th Boys & Girls Basketball: Boys Soccer Working

December 17th Boys & Girls Basketball: Boys Soccer Working

Welcome to Explorations in Innovation, our new schoolwide club dedicated to exploring the cutting edge of STEM!

What We Do: We focus on student-designed explorations, diving into activities and local companies in the world of science, technology, engineering, and math. Our monthly "in-school" gatherings are active planning sessions where we brainstorm and prepare for experiences, speakers, and field trips that happen throughout the rest of the school year.

Meeting Schedule: Students will meet during lunch on Wednesdays once a month in Mrs. Hansen's classroom (Rm. 141 down past the gym). To make sure everyone gets the right access, we are splitting into two groups based on grade level:

• Upperclassmen (11th/12th graders) meet on the 1st Wednesday of each month - First meeting Wedns, 10/21, Rm. 141.
• Underclassmen (9th/10th graders) meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. - First meeting Wedns, 11/4, Rm. 141.

How It Works: Because the needs of the two groups are different, the way you design your explorations will play out a bit differently. However, the actual experiences and field trips will be available to all club members, no matter your grade. We can't wait to see what you create!

Click or select the image to view the flyer in visual format.

Is your student interested in continuing to compete in athletics after high school?

Todd Kelly from Kelly College Consulting will help student-athletes and families better understand the college recruiting process, including scholarships and opportunities at different levels of college athletics, communicating with college coaches, athletic resumes, social media, and what to look for when visiting colleges.

This session is designed for middle and high school students and their families, whether they are just beginning to explore college athletics or are already involved in the recruiting process.

Date: November 4, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Auditorium at MVHS, 3500 Mountain Lion Dr, Loveland

Topics Covered:

• Understanding the Recruiting Process

• Scholarships at Each Level of Play

• Questions to Ask on a Visit

• Social Media in Recruiting

• How to Communicate with Coaches

• Building an Athletic Resume

JOIN US! Dinner will be provided, and no registration is required.

Questions? Call 970-613-6842

Senior Meeting

• All Seniors need to schedule a Senior Meeting with their counselor, preferably before the end of October.

• Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend!

• Please go through the Senior Seminar slide deck posted in Class of 2027 Google Classroom

• Complete Senior Meeting Information Form before meeting with your counselor.

Complete FAFSA as soon as possible!

• Many 4-year universities have early and regular FAFSA application deadlines and may be able to offer you MORE $$ when you apply by the early deadline!

• Set up a FAFSA account–FAFSA.gov

• Create an FSA ID

• Set up your account first and then invite parent/legal guardian

• Always check the “work-study” box if you want to have a job while at college

• Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify for aid, many scholarships and other programs require students to have a completed FAFSA on file.

• VERY detailed webinar and slides linked HERE if you have FAFSA questions. An education affordability group in Massachusetts created it, and the info is relevant to Colorado students.

• 111 out of 183 Seniors have completed the Senior Meeting form, and only 14 BHS Seniors have submitted their FAFSA application.

• Mark this task off your post-secondary planning list!

2027 AP Exam Registration:

• Join your AP Classroom in College Board.

• Submit cash or check payment to Mrs. Kouns or Mrs. Bauer-Sanchez in the counseling office by 3:00 pm, Monday, November 9.

• Additional details can be found at this link: AP Exam Registration Information Document

• Students taking AP Gov't 2nd semester will not be able to pay for this exam until 2nd semester; details will be shared at a later date.

White Rose Scholarship Foundation

• Due January 31, 2027

• Students may receive up to $1,000

• Learn more at: https://www.coloradogives.org/organization/Wrsf

SWE Scholarship

• Undergraduate SW scholarship Open date: February 8, 2027 and is Due: March 31, 2027

• Scholarships support students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in engineering, or fields related to engineering

• Students can receive between $1,000 to $20,000

Thompson Career Campus Tour

• Tuesday, November 17th

• 8:45 - 11:45 AM

• Sign up on Google Form to Tour TCC; space is Limited!

• Pick up permission form in the counseling office

GT

• ALP’s will be completed this fall for all 9th-12th grade GT students. Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend. Please schedule during an off block or during a class period that your student will have time to make-up missed content for.

• Schedule your ALP Meeting

Algebra 1 Opt-Out Form:

• For current Freshmen

• Students/Parents may choose NOT to receive high school credit for qualifying middle school courses.

• The High School Credit for Middle School Courses Opt-Out Form.

• The deadline to submit this form is the last day of the student’s freshman year

Students: Remember that every student is required to log 20 hours of community service as a graduation requirement; don’t wait to get started! You can pick up the sheet to record your hours in the library or print at home using this link, AND YOU MUST TAKE A SHEET TO AN EVENT TO BE SIGNED BY THE SUPERVISING NONPROFIT OR AGENCY. Students and guardians can check Infinite Campus for already recorded hours that have been submitted to Ms. Barrett by following the instructions outlined in this link

Please see Ms. Barrett in the library to submit completed forms or for ideas on additional service opportunities.

Are you looking for a fun way to complete your community service hours or give back to our local community? Berthoud Habitat for Humanity is looking for high school volunteers to help out at the ReStore and at our construction sites! Volunteering with Berthoud Habitat is a great way to gain experience, build your resume, and support access to housing right here in Berthoud.

Age Requirement: Volunteers must be 16 years or older to volunteer at the ReStore. If you are interested in construction site opportunities, you must also be 16+, and 18+ to operate power tools.

How to Get Started:

1. Review and discuss the required waivers with your parent or legal guardian
2. Fill out the online Berthoud Habitat Volunteer Application Form
For more details on volunteer opportunities, visit the Berthoud Habitat Volunteer Info Page

The BHS Library Service-to-Go Program offers students the opportunity to earn an hour of community service in the library during an open period, learning about a local nonprofit and assisting them in a fairly basic task that frees up their time to focus on their very important work. On Tuesday and Wednesday, November 4th and 5th, we will be helping Meals on Wheels of Loveland and Berthoud prepare for their participation in Loveland’s Veteran's Day Festivities and Festival of Lights by stickering and writing on the cups they will serve cocoa to attendees in. This simple activity makes a big difference to them and is a convenient way for you to earn service hours! Come to the library during one or multiple open periods to participate. Contact Ms. Barrett with any questions.

Want to volunteer to help Ms. Kristen and Mr. Grapes at the Knowledge Bowl tournament at BHS next month? Text Ms. Kristen at 970-325-3129 if you want to volunteer and earn 5 community service hours on Saturday, November 7 from 9am to 2pm.

Heart and Sol of Loveland @ the Pulliam Community Building, 545 N. Cleveland Ave., Loveland, CO

10th annual Día De Los Muertos celebration is looking for volunteers from 1pm-4pm for a variety of opportunities. This celebration includes Mariachi and Ballet Folklorico performances, a mini Mercado, Ofrenda and sugar skull craft stations, free pan de Muertos, and an opportunity to remember loved ones who have passed. It is free and family friendly. Volunteers Sign Up Here.

Projects involve activities like sewing, drawing, and paper crafting, and they are all skills we can teach you if you haven't engaged in them before. Hours earned can count toward graduation requirements, NHS requirements, or other resume-building needs. See any librarian to learn about our current opportunities, and watch for an upcoming option to add working in the Compassionate Makerspace as your assigned ELO!

Makerspace activities are not available during lunch.

Votes have been tallied and the winners for the Berthoud High School Class of 2027 are as follows:

Quote: "The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Song: Landslide by Fleetwood Mac. Meaning of the song: personal reflection on letting go of the past and being open to the unknown future.

​Flower: Tulip; symbolizes: rebirth and new beginnings

• All Seniors need to schedule a Senior Meeting with their counselor, preferably before the end of October. Parents/Guardians are welcome to attend!

• Please go through the Senior Seminar slide deck posted in Class of 2027 Google Classroom

• Complete Senior Meeting Information Form before meeting with your counselor.

Seniors, the yearbook staff is requesting for you to vote for your Senior Superlatives! Fill out the Google Form and submit your votes by November 10. Don’t miss your chance to help choose this year’s winners! https://forms.gle/5NMXavurpTWRdpQy7

All students and staff who drive to Berthoud High School are required to display a parking permit in their vehicle to park on campus.

🔗 Register your vehicle here: http://bit.ly/bhspermit
📍Or use the QR code posted near the main office.

• Permits are FREE for the first issue.

• Replacement permits are $2.00 each.

• Once your form has been processed, you will be called to the office to pick up your permit.

• Permits are valid until graduation and must be returned at that time.

Why is this necessary?
For the safety of our students and staff, we must have information for every vehicle on campus. Vehicles without a permit or those violating parking rules may receive a BHS Parking Violation.

• 1st Offense: $20.00 fine

• Fines increase for second and third violations

• Fines must be paid to the Bookkeeping Office within 14 days

Serious or repeated violations may result in the loss of parking privileges.

If you have any questions, please contact Campus Security.

Student course fees and any outstanding fees are posted to your students account. You may submit payment online through the parent portal or by check to the school with your students ID number noted.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our bookkeeper:

📞 970-613-7726
📧 jennifer.gordon@tsd.org

Thank you for taking care of these balances promptly!

There are two types of academic fees assessed to district students: the Instructional Materials Fee and the School Fee. Please click the link below to review Thompson School District's policy and the associated costs for these fees: https://www.tsd.org/family/guide/student-fees

Please review the three links below from our Health Office regarding essential student health guidelines and procedures for the school year. These documents cover (medication policies, immunizations, and when to keep a sick child home). Ensuring we have up-to-date health information and proper protocols in place helps us keep all students safe and supported.

📄 Please review the attached documents below:

1. How Sick is Too Sick?

2. Healthy To Go To School

3. Healthy Ideas for Positive Attendance

2026-2027 Spartan Handbook

Counseling Registrar: (970)613-7711

Counseling Secretary: (970)613-7710

Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:00 am - 4:00 pm W

School Hours: 8:30 am - 3:50 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:30 am - 3:50 pm W

Doors open for students: 8:15 am M, T, Th, F & 9:15 am W

Website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/berthoudhs
Location: 850 Spartan Ave, Berthoud, CO, USA
Phone: (970)613-7700