Bobcat News

The results are in, and once again, Bluffton High School has earned an EXCELLENT rating on the South Carolina State Report Card for the 2024-2025 school year. This is the 5th year in a row and we could not be more proud of our students, families, staff, and all community members and partners that made this excellent rating possible. We look forward to celebrating this accomplishment in numerous ways throughout the school year, including our Day of Excellence, which will be epic in order to commemorate a 5 time award.

November is here and with it comes the anticipation of the holidays. It's easy to lose focus during this time of shorter days, longer nights, and sporadic days off during the week. We ask that you remain engaged and dedicated to finishing the semester in strong fashion. Seat time requirements have changed - that information is provided in detail below. If you have questions regarding what is required please reach out to your child's teacher or our attendance clerk for clarification.

Our Ghost Pirate's Game is this Saturday, November 8. Ticket link for the game. Can't make it to the Ghost Pirate's game? PTO will gladly accept your assistance or donations for future staff and student appreciation events via Venmo @bobcatspto any time of the year. Check out their page on our website to stay up to date.

This week you can expect:

School Psychologist Week - November 3-11

Election Day No School - November 4

JROTC Fundraiser at Chipotle - November 4 from 5-10 pm

SIC Meeting - November 6 @ 6 pm

For all attendance needs email BLHS-Attendance@beaufort.k12.sc.us

Last Monday and Tuesday we hosted 100 H.E. McCracken Bulldogs and 225 Bluffton Middle Mustangs for the annual Future Bobcat event. Our student to student ambassadors provided tours around the building, PTO handed out popcorn, and our clubs and athletics organizations were standing by to recruit new members and answer all the burning questions a soon-to-be Bobcat may have. Thanks to all who made it possible!

Ms. Herring's students showcased an impromptu Halloween Show for all Bobcats

Tryouts and practices begin for winter sports on Monday, November 3. These are the meeting places and times for the first day.

Cheer: Health classroom # 1303 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

Boys basketball: main gym, 6:15 PM-8:30 PM

Girls basketball: main gym, 4:00 PM-6:30 PM

Wrestling: wrestling room, 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

* All participants need a current BCSD athletic packet on file.

The band program has started their yearly Christmas wreath fundraiser. They are selling high quality Christmas decorations that ship directly to your door. Please consider supporting our students as they attempt to raise enough money to take them on a trip at the end of the year. The website says that orders are due by tomorrow, but orders can be placed until November 15. Thank you for your support of our band students!

Link to Purchase

Reminder for all families - you can earn seat time in a variety of ways:

1. 8:15-8:45 am or 3:45-4:15 pm daily with your teachers
2. The scheduled after school and Saturday options pictured below
3. Virtual options provided and approved by the classroom teacher

Join us for a haunting good time, November 8, 7:00 pm at Enmarket Arena in Savannah. This is a fundraiser put together by our incredible PTO.

Get your tickets now!

https://www.gofevo.com/event/Blufftonhigh27

All Sports Schedules

Purchase Tickets

Athletic Packets

Booster Club Membership and Sponsorship

South Carolina High School League information and more

ATHLETICS WEBSITE

Scan the QR to go directly to Hometown Ticketing

Support all of our Bobcats in their journey to grow and develop as leaders and athletes by joining the ALL SPORTS BOOSTER CLUB.

A variety of levels are available to you and there is even a student membership option!

Go to this Booster Club link for all the details.

Athletics has updated their social media accounts - give them a follow!

Instagram - @blhs.athletics

Facebook - Bluffton Bobcat Athletics

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To ensure a safe and secure environment at BCSD athletic events, all spectators and athletes entering our venues will be asked to remove hoods or face coverings that obscure one’s identity, such as balaclava-style masks. This practice, which is common at collegiate athletic events, will help us maintain safety by ensuring individuals can be easily identified if needed.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Please reach out to District Athletic Director Dr. Carlos Cave for any questions.

Congratulations to our Region Champion Girls Cross Country Team!

Congratulations to our coaching staff for earning girls cross country region coaches of the year!

Our boys finished 4th. Both teams are looking forward to state qualifiers coming up!

Bobcats are in the playoffs and host Gilbert High this Friday 11/7.

Bobcat JROTC needs your support on Tuesday, November 4th at Moe's.

Grab dinner from 5 to 10 pm and show them this flyer to confirm you're participating on behalf of our JROTC. Enjoy!

Know the Facts

• Many youth start smoking by age 11 and some are addicted by age 14. (American Lung Association)
• Many young people turn to nicotine to deal with stress, anxiety and depression, but don't know it is making them worse. (CDC)
• New E-Cigarettes are disguised as school supplies, which is feeding into the increasing amount of dangerous use. (NYSCSH)

October 27- November 7 WIN testing for seniors who are not yet College and Career Ready.

November 3-25 is the STAMP testing window. This is for the Seal of Biliteracy. 60 students have applied. Specific information will be provided as registration closes, and we get closer to the dates.

December 3 English 2 writing.

December 15-18 All EOC and PLTW course exams.

For any testing questions or concerns please reach out to Michelle Taylor

MLP Department Chair/504 Coordinator/STC