Good evening,
We are aware students are having trouble accessing courses at Pierpont and are working to resolve the problems. We are meeting tomorrow morning with all the Dual Credit students to make sure get the information we need to help resolve the access issues. Parents are welcome to attend this meeting. We will start at 8:00 in the auditorium. Parents need to sign in the office before entering the auditorium.
B-UHS students are required to have a completed Acceptable Use Policy and Media Release form each school year before receiving their MacBook. Parents, please complete the following forms/links. Thank you.
AUP: https://forms.office.com/r/PFww0x8QZg
Media Release: https://forms.office.com/r/0ZWMgdp1Zu
Welcome back to the 2023-24 school year. Prior to the first day of class, if your child has not received the grade-appropriate shots, they will need to provide proof of receiving the first meningitis and Tdap shots for 7th grade entry and the second meningitis shot for 12th grade entry, per WV Code 16-3-4 and the Department of Health and Human Services. Students are not permitted to attend any class, either in-person or virtual, until these shots are verified by the school nurse. If your child is in grades 8th-11th and have not received their 7th grade required shots, they will also need to submit proof of receiving these shots prior to the first day of class and they will not be permitted to attend classes until shots are verified. Thank you.
B-UHS Open House will be held Monday, Aug. 14th from 4-6pm. Students can pick up schedules and meet their teachers that evening.
Juniors and seniors: There are openings in many programs at Fred Eberle. Please call Fred Eberle if you are interested. 304-472-1259
Attention senior parents:
Project Graduation forms are due this Friday, May 5th to the office. Also, make sure your student sees Ms. Rexroad or Mr. Webb this week for graduation ticket requests and how you want your name on your diploma. Graduation is almost here!
Prom info continued...
-Willie on Wheels Camper Photo Booth will provide pictures for free.
•Hippie Dippie Donuts will provide 6 free mini donuts for everyone.
•Other food trucks will be available for food purchases. Bring money if you would like to purchase.
•Water will be provided.
•DJ Charles Hayes will provide the music. There will be dancing, outdoor games like corn hole, spike ball, etc.
B-UHS Junior & Senior Prom Information:
Theme: A Walk Through Botanical Gardens
Location: The Event Center at Brushy Fork
Time: 7:00-10:00 pm
•Guest Forms: available in the office. Guest forms are for out-of-county guests or out-of-school guests 20 years old and younger. Forms are due April 25.
•Tickets are $15 each. Tickets sales are April 24-April 27 during all lunch shifts. Cash or checks to
B-UHS (memo prom 2023)
On Wednesday, April 12th, B-UHS will be testing grades 9, 10, and 11. The SAT is being provided free by the WVDE; it is mandatory that all 11th grade students report to school that day.
-Tests will start at 8:15 AM; students need to report to B-UHS by 8 AM.
-Students should get a good night’s rest the night before and eat a healthy breakfast the morning of testing. Breakfast After First and snacks will be provided.
-Students are not permitted to have any personal electronic devices during testing; electronic devices will be collected by teacher, then redistributed to students once tests have concluded.
Thank you for helping us prepare. We look forward having a successful SAT School Day.
Reminder: You are invited to an informative workshop, Navigating the Teenage Years this evening at Buckhannon-Upshur High School. This event is for Buckhannon-Upshur High School and Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School families. School tours will be from 5:00-6:00 pm for upcoming freshmen. From 6:00-8:00 pm you will be able to choose sessions about raising a pre-teen and teenager. We will have various sessions Substance Awareness, What you need to know about social media/apps, Wellness/Nutrition, Mental/Social Health, Diversity, Grandparents/Foster Parents raising teenagers and more! There will be nice give aways, door prizes and refreshments! We look forward to an evening addressing important topics!
B-UHS will have parent-teacher conferences Thursday, February 23rd from 4pm-6pm.
The Class of 2023 would like to invite you to an In Person auction being held at the Brushy Fork Outpost and Event Center on December 8th @ 7pm. All proceeds benefit Project Graduation. Doors will open at 6:00pm. Concessions will be available. Bring your friends and family and come join us for a fun evening!
Parents:
November 18th is the last day to complete the survey that was sent to you last week. Please take time to complete the survey. Thank you!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WVSLESPF22
Parent login code: P087501
Parents are asked to complete an online survey about school climate to help guide school improvement efforts. The results of this survey will be used to make changes in their child's school to ensure a supportive environment for teaching and learning.
Your participation is voluntary. You may choose not to participate; not to answer any questions you do not want to answer; and you may stop participating at any time during the survey without penalty. Your responses will be anonymous and confidential.
Parents can access the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WVSLESPF22
Parent login code: P087501
Attention: Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graded parents and students – You’re invited! Costa Rica 2024 – Parent Meeting Nov.3rd BUHS Room 208 with Mrs. Tenney!!
B-UHS is aware that weighted classes did not calculate correctly in the GPA. We are fixing the problem. If you have any grade card questions please contact the school Monday. Have a great weekend.
B-UHS student report cards were given to students and will be coming home today.
WV School Learning Environment Student Survey
B-UHS students have been asked to take an anonymous survey to gain input about their school. The feedback they provide will be used to help make improvements to ensure B-UHS provides a positive and supportive place for students to learn and for teachers to work.
The Survey will be administered online in a classroom. It will take about 20-30 minutes to complete. There is an opt out form attached to this story if you choose to have your student not take the survey. Please print it, sign it and return it to B-UHS by November 4, 2022 if you choose.
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Reminder: B-UHS students do not have school Friday, October 14th and Monday, October 17th.
In a continued effort to improve school and family connections, B-UHS invites you to Parent/Teacher Conferences and Family Game Night on Thursday, September 29. We will provide parents/guardians with the opportunity to discuss their students' academics with teachers from 4:00-6:00 pm/. Our counselors, technology integration specialist and Community in Schools personnel will also be available in the common's area. They will distribute important information and help you with any questions you may have.
Agenda for the Evening:
Parent Conferences 4:00-6:00 pm
Dinner (Please RSVP by Wednesday, Sept. 28 below) 5:00-6:30 pm
Game Night 6:00-7:00 pm
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The conferences and Game Night are next Thursday, Sept. 29th