25th/26th - EDGE Days / Winter Sports Pep Rally
27th - 29th - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
30th - Band Craft Show @ BHS
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Cap & Keepsakes, a new entrepreneurial venture by our talented interns Jacob Grunkemeyer, Sylvia Wessel, and Lucas Cousineau! This project is through the Beechwood Internship Program, which is giving these students hands-on experience with running a business.
In collaboration with fellow intern Caleb Jobe and his internship company, Sterling Cut Glass, Cap & Keepsakes will create custom senior memorabilia for the Beechwood Class of 2025 that captures the spirit of graduation. From beautifully crafted glass keepsakes to personalized senior videos, this venture aims to celebrate our seniors in a memorable way. As part of their offerings, Cap & Keepsakes will also produce a special class senior video that will be released with each customized video purchase.
Linked here to explore their store!
10th - Winter Choir Concert
12th - Winter Band Concert
11th - Early Release (Faculty Work Session/Department Meetings)
13th - New Building Ribbon Cutting
18th - 20th Semester Exams
23rd - Jan. 3rd - Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
EEO v. Parent Note?
EEO = Educational Enhancement Opportunity. Please turn this in prior to the absence. The Major intent of this activity must be educational in order for the student to be granted this type of absence. Examples: art programs, dance programs, workshops that are educational in nature, and college visits. *Reminder this can not take place during State or District assessments.
Here is the link to the EEO form
Parent Note or Pre-arranged Absence form = When you are absent and you as the parent writes a note, sends an email, or pre-arranges a known upcoming absence. These are used to excuse your student.
**Remember students only get 7 parent notes per school year.
Here is the link to the Prearranged Absence Form
Have you paid your Classroom Fees?
Please go into Infinite Campus and make your payment. Fees for grades 7th - 12th are based on the courses students are enrolled in. If you have any questions please contact cassie.adams@beechwood.kyschools.us
REMINDER: STUDENTS 16 YEARS OF AGE
Students aged 16 years or older, must show proof of having received two doses of Meningococcal ACWY vaccine (MenACWY) to attend school. The first dose is administered at 11 years of age and the second dose is due at 16 years of age. If your child has recently turned 16 or will turn 16 soon, please contact his/her health care provider to schedule vaccination. Once complete, please provide an updated KY Immunization certificate via email scan, fax, or a copy to the high school office. As of right now we have 51 11th graders that are non compliant. This list must be sent to the State Health Department by the end of December. Thank you for your help!
QUESTIONS: Contact the Health Office at 859.331.1220 x6705 or healthoffice@beechwood.kyschools.us
Counseling / College Information
Senior Parents/ Guardians and Students:
The FAFSA (the federal application for financial aid) opens December 1st. To be ready to apply, be sure each student and each parent has an FSA ID created ahead of time. For directions on how to create your FSA ID - and for the complete FAFSA timeline be sure to check out this link.
Sophomores and Juniors
Interested in a Medical Sciences Summer Camp? Check out this opportunity from the University of Cincinnati. This flier has a link to the website which has info on dates, cost, and more.
Gateway was here this week to meet with Seniors! Did you know that you can earn an Associate Degree for free with the Work Ready Scholarship at Gateway? Have you heard of Gateway’s NKY FAME? Check out these opportunities at links below!
What can Juniors be doing when it comes to Career & College Planning? See links below! Reach out to your Counselor if you’d like to meet to discuss Career/College Planning!
Junior College Planning Timeline
Juniors! Interested in a 3-week Summer Program on a college campus? Check out Murray State University's Commonwealth Honors Academy. Participating in the academy offers college credit and scholarship to Murray State. Check out the program at the link below!
Application windows are open for the Governor’s School for the Arts program and the Governor’s Scholars Program! Review this helpful document to learn more (and to stay tuned for updates on the Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs). Please note that students must reach out (via email is fine ) to Ms. Minton if they intend to apply for GSP.
Seniors and Senior Parents - Be sure to check out the Scholarship Bulletin below for a running list of Scholarship Opportunities!
Academic Updates
BioMed Ethics Bowl
Thank you to the University of Cincinnati partnering to help our students work through difficult medical ethical challenges grappling with real life scenarios.
Maddy, Sylvia, Javontae, Maggie, Mila, Joel, and Celia share their EDGE experiences to visiting schools this week and how the Core Concepts help them to excel.
Athletics Update
Round 3 of the Football Playoffs Friday Vs. Martin Co !
The Quest for #18 Continues!
Bring on the Fire Works!
Round three of the state football playoffs continues next Friday as we welcome the Martin County Cardinals to town. Kickoff is at 7:30. Remember this is a state playoff game so we cannot accept passes. This is a KHSAA rule that we must abide by.
The 6th & 7th Grade Football team were celebrated at halftime for their championship win and an excellent football season!
Good Luck!
The Middle School boys and girls basketball seasons begin this week!
Home Games:
- Monday: Boys v. Camp Ernst - 530/630/730 pm
- Tuesday: Boys v. Ballyshannon- 530/630/730 pm
- Thursday: Boys v. Gray- 530/630/730 pm
Beechwood High School Soccer Program (Girls & Boys) will receive 20% of fundraiser sales* during this fundraiser. Participate on Nov 20, 2024 during the scheduled fundraiser time by showing the flyer below to your server at this Red Robin location, or by ordering online at redrobin.com or on the Red Robin mobile app. For online and mobile app orders you must add the fundraiser to your cart before you check out for the sales to count towards the fundraiser.
* 20% of eligible dine-in and to-go sales (excludes sales from catering, 3rd party ordering and delivery sites, alcohol, gift cards, retail, tax and gratuity)
Construction Update:
Check out the New Building Construction Video
When Beechwood opens its doors to the new auditorium, our performing arts students will be able to showcase their talents in front of more than 500 people at a time. As part of the Learning Reimagined capital campaign, you can name seats within the auditorium! Whether you want to honor current Beechwood students, recognize alumni, or display your family's names, this is your chance!
Seats are categorized into $300, $400, and $500 levels and can be purchased through this link: https://our.show/beechwood/seatnaming
We will follow up to ensure we have the correct name(s).
If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Layton at stephanie.layton@beechwood.kyschools.us.
*Naming seats does not guarantee that you have those seats reserved for any upcoming performances.
Thank you for your continued support of Beechwood students!
Beechwood Administration
Arts Update
This past week the Beechwood choir was able to visit New York City and experience many educational musical opportunities from performing at Federal Hall (below), participating in a Broadway workshop, and attending Hamilton and the Outsiders on Broadway. #wearebeechwood
SBDM Report
The next SBDM meeting: December, 4th 2024 at 4:00 pm in the Fieldhouse Viewing Room.
November 6th, 2024 SBDM meeting "unapproved minutes".
- Good News:
- GT - Anthony Munoz Leadership Conference
- Forensics Competition
- Halloween Assembly
- Defense of Learning Began today
- Band Halloween concert went well, marching band won state runners up
- Cross country - girls finished strong with a tie breaker causing us to win 2nd place. Boys had a strong finish as well, 9th in the state.
- Football playoffs start Friday
- Old Business:
- No Old Business
- New Business :
- Council reviewed the SBDM Monthly Agenda for the Month of August
- Policy Review* - Policies Per Bylaws
- Assignment of Instructional and Non-instructional Staff Time Policy was reviewed.
- Student Assignment Policy was reviewed.
- School Schedule Policy was reviewed
- The council discussed the details of the Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy as a new student club at Beechwood High School.
- Budget Report :
- SBDM Budget and Activities Budget were shared with the council.
- Principal’s Report :
- Phase II of the Consolidated School Improvement Plan has been reported to the state. SBDM will approve all reports in January as one CSIP document.
- The new construction update video was shared with the council.
- Senior Defense of Learning will take place Thursday and Friday this week.
- Dedicated EDGE Days will be Nov. 25/26 for the whole high school.
- The link to the BHS Weekly Student/Parent Newsletter was shared with the council.
- Upcoming dates: were shared with the council, along with the link to the 24-25 district calendar.
- Motion to adjourn
All meetings are open to the public. Agendas and minutes are posted outside of the HS office and on our WEBSITE.
SantaFest Next Saturday at Beechwood! Don't miss out!!
Be a Part of the Magic at Santafest!
Check out the raffle basket wishlist! Please consider donating to make them the best yet! All proceeds benefit our students.
🎅 Be a Part of the Magic at Santafest! 🎄
Remember the excitement and fun of Santafest? This year, you have the chance to be on the other side of it all—helping to create an unforgettable experience for the next generation of Santafest fans!
We’re looking for volunteers to help run our biggest event of the season. Whether you’d like to set up the night before, help with crafts, guide families through activities, or help with Santa’s special surprises, there are plenty of ways you can get involved!
If you’ve enjoyed Santafest in the past, why not join us in making new memories for the younger kids? Plus, it’s fun to give back and keep the holiday spirit alive!
Ready to help? Sign up today and be a part of the Santafest magic! 🎅🎁
Calling all creative students! The Reflections contest is here, and this year’s theme is "Accepting Imperfections."
Whether you're a writer, artist, photographer, dancer, or musician, we encourage you to express your interpretation of this theme through your chosen art form. It's a wonderful opportunity to showcase your talent, share your perspective, and reflect on the beauty of embracing flaws. Submit your entries by 12/2/2024 for a chance to be recognized and celebrated—let your creativity shine! Learn more here: https://beechwoodptsa.weebly.com/reflections-contest.html
Check out the Beechwood PTSA Store
Athletic Boosters
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We Are Learners, We are Leaders
We Are Learners
Math 8 Students learning how to graph lines this week.
We Are Leaders
Congratulations to the high school and middle school teams competed at the Dunbar Invitational on Saturday! The high school team placed 2nd overall in the Sr. Division! The middle school team placed 5th place overall in the Jr. Division!
Individual event winners:
BROADCASTING
- Louis Schlosser - Tournament Champion (Sr.)
- Alex Slone - 5th place (Jr.)
DECLAMATION:
- Chloe Kuebel - 2nd place (Sr.)
DRAMATIC INTERP:
- Seth Paulson - 6th place (Jr.)
DUO INTERP:
- Lupita Diaz & Javontae Cranmo - 4th place (Sr.)
HUMOROUS INTERP:
- Gabe Grinsteinner - 3rd place (Sr.)
- Alex Slone - 3rd place (Jr.)
- Eliot Foss - 6th place (Jr.)
IMPROV DUO:
- Grace Wainscott & Gabe Grinsteinner - 2nd place (Sr.)
INFORMATIVE SPEAKING:
- Louis Schlosser - Tournament Champion (Sr.)
- Grace Wainscott - 3rd place (Sr.)
ORIGINAL ORATORY:
- Coen Yap - 2nd place (Sr.)
- Ruby Given - 6th place (Sr.)
PROSE:
- Javontae Cranmo - 2nd place (Sr.)
STORYTELLING:
- Alex Cress - 3rd place (Sr.)
We Are Proud!