This Week at BMHS - Monday, March 14 - Sunday, March 20, 2016

The Week That Was

There are moments during the school year that cause you to reflect and ask, "Did all that really happen?" Last week was one of those weeks. We were a part of history as the town voted to erect a new BMHS that will take us well into the 21st century. We had the Chipotle situation that made Treble Cove Plaza a household name throughout the commonwealth. Our orchestra and choir departed for Disney and our DECA students invaded Boston. The Robotics team opened their season in Reading while the Cheerleaders completed theirs in Wachusett. We also hosted a blood drive and the MIAA tournament. We distributed Progress Reports and hosted parent conferences. Although the last of our students won't be returning to Billerica until as late as 11:00 p.m., they will do so with a lifetime of stories to share and some impressive hardware in tow.

What Does DECA stand for anyway?

It used to stand for Distributive Education Clubs of America, but now it is a standalone trademark. The organization allows students from across the country to learn and demonstrate the same skills that are employed in the world of business and finance. Billerica is home to one of the most successful DECA programs in the state and nation. Mr. Magliozzi and Mrs. Lydon mentor our students as they compete in categories that range from marketing to hospitality and research to community service. Our students identify projects early in the school year and work with their peers to refine their proposals and their presentation skills as they advance from the local to state competition. Students that finish in the top three for their category advance to the Nationals, this year being held Nashville, Tennessee. Billerica has maintained a terrific run over the last decade winning a national championship "bringing home glass" each year. We will be sending 38 students to Nashville and they will be leaving on April 23, 2016.

The Happiest Place on Earth

I realize it might be a bit of a stretch to say I am speaking about BMHS, so I won't. Our Orchestra and Choir spent the last four days at Walt Disney World in Florida competing in the 2016 Festival Disney. Our orchestra received an Excellent rating during their adjudication and our Women's Choir and Chamber Singers each received a Superior Rating, the highest score possible.

Domo Arigato, Mr. Roboto

Team 4909 opened up the robotics season this past weekend at Reading Memorial High School. This year's competition, entitled Stronghold, combines various components from past competitions in an effort to design a robot that will overthrow their opponent's castle. Team 4909, the Billerica Bionics finished the competition in 10th place and made it to the Alliance Round before bowing out in the quarterfinals. The team won the Engineering Inspiration Award guaranteeing them a place in the New England Regionals in Connecticut. The team will be competing at UNH in two weeks. If you would like to follow Team 4909 during competitions you can download the FRC Spyder app for Android and IOS.

College Fair

We will be hosting our college fair this Wednesday evening in the Ed James Gym. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. and conclude at 8:00 p.m. We have over 80 colleges and universities scheduled to attend. This event is open to all students and their families.

8th Grade Program of Studies Night

We will be welcoming 8th grade students and parents on Wednesday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the BMHS Auditorium to discuss the 2016-2017 Program of Studies for incoming freshmen. The presentation will run approximately 60 minutes and provide plenty of time for parents and students to attend the college fair.

National Honor Society

This Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. we will be hosting our annual induction to the National Honor Society. This year's class numbers 107. These students have maintained a 90% cumulative average over their course of study as well as demonstrated a commitment to personal character, community service, and leadership.

Monday, March 14, 2016

• Spring Musical Rehearsal - 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium
• School Council - 3:00 p.m. @ Principal's Conference Room

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

• Spring Musical Rehearsal - 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium
• National Honor Society Induction - 7:00 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

• Spring Musical Rehearsal - 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium
• School Committee Meeting - 6:00 p.m. @ Parker Elementary School
• 8th Grade Program of Studies - 6:00 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium
• College Fair - 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - @ Ed James Gym

Thursday, March 17, 2016

• Student Government Meeting - 8:45 a.m. @ Science Lecture Hall
• Spring Musical Rehearsal - 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium

Friday, March 18, 2016

• Sophomore Class Assembly - 8:40 a.m. @ BMHS Auditorium
• Spring Musical Rehearsal - 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. @ BMHS Auditorium

Sunday, March 20, 2016

• New England Scholastic Band New England Winter Percussion Championships- 12:00 p.m. @ Shepard Hill Regional High School, Dudley, MA