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Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
BASH Week In Review May 20, 2016
*Please be sure to view our “Additional Enclosures” in the BASH Week In Review e-newsletter mailing for
important documents supplementing the BASH Week In Review!
Keystone Exam Schedule:
Monday 5-23-16 & Tuesday 5-24-16 Algebra I Keystone exam and Keystone exam re-takes. BASH will return to its
normal operating schedule for these days. Students needing to take/re-take the Algebra I Keystone exam will do so
through 10:00AM on both days.
ITS Department Important Information for Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
The purpose of this correspondence is to inform you of a situation where some students have misrepresented their
grade information presented in the Home Access Center (HAC) portal. It has been brought to the district’s attention
that some students have used a computers web browser to manipulate grade information that is displayed on the
screen, giving a false representation of their cumulative or individual grade(s). While this action has not compromised
the confidentiality or integrity or of the data housed in the district’s student information system, it has been used to
falsely represent elevated grades to both parents and guardians. While we only know of a few instances that this has
occurred we did want to take this opportunity to proactively let everyone know of this potential problem.
There are a couple of measures that parents and guardians can take to prevent this situation from occurring:
1. Register for parental access to Home Access Center and check your student(s) grades and activities routinely
through your account. Parents can register for access to the portal
at: http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/1076
2. If your students is logging into the portal and showing you their grades on the screen, simply refresh/reload
the page that is being displayed. If the data has been altered, it will display the authentic data.
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Scott Major, Director of Information Technology at 610-473-3501.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
BASH Hosting Blood Drive:
With Miller-Keystone Blood Center on Thursday May 26, 2016. Sign-ups for the blood drive were held on Thursday
May 19th & May 20th. BASH students may participate if they meet the following criteria:
17 years of age or older .
Weigh a minimum of 110 pounds
Symptom-free from cold, flu, or sore throat for at least 48 hrs. before donating
No piercings or tattoos procedure(s) within the last year or on or after May 26, 2015
Additional Information on donating blood can be accessed at:
http://www.giveapint.org/information/donate_eligibility.php or calling Donor Resources at 610-926-6060. Students
are not required to have written parent permission to donate blood. If your child qualifies and you have any questions
or concerns, please contact the BASH nurses' office at 610-473-3670.
Class of 2016 Senior Information (Regalia & Commencement Tickets):
Seniors will have their commencement ceremony caps and gowns distributed on Thursday 5-26-16 in homeroom just
prior to class pictures. On Friday 5-27-16 during homeroom, they will receive 6 commencement ceremony tickets
each. AM BCTC students will receive their commencement ceremony tickets as they return from their CTC on that
same day.
Course Changes for the 2016/2016 School Year:
This is a reminder that all changes to course requests are due 5/27/16. We will not accept changes after this
date. Please do not wait until the last minute to make your changes. You may email your changes to your school
counselor or make an appointment to see your school counselor.
Again, all changes to course requests are due 5/27/16 and all course requests will be final after this date.
Registration for the Class of 2017 Senior Class Trip:
Monday, May 23rd – Friday, May 27th 2016 in room #711 from 7:15 A.M. – 7:48 A.M. $375 DEPOSIT and ONE
SIGNED CONTRACT NEEDED TO REGISTER. Checks are payable to BASH Class of 2017.
1st Annual JK.5K & 1 Mile Birthday Run/Walk at New Hanover YMCA (August 21):
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
"Remembering Jacob Karnchanaphati": The first annual "JK" 5K and Birthday Fun Run on August 21st, 2016. Jacob
was a 6th grade student at New Hanover Elementary who passed away last summer. A scholarship has been set up in
his memory to be given each year to two BASH seniors. There will be awards, refreshments, food and music
following the race, so come help support this great cause and enjoy some family fun. For registration information and
details about the event, please visit www.JacobK3.com or see the attached flyer.
BASH Week-To-Week Review:
BASH Calendar of Events Reminder…
Please remember to click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/10 which will allow for you to access BASH calendar
of events directly from our BASH website.
BASH Information…
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/106 to sign-up for HAC (Home Access Center) Home Access Center!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/8 to view the following Calendars...
BASD Comprehensive Calendar
2015/2016 SY BASD School Calendar
2015/2016 SY Secondary Day Number Calendar (BASH-JHW-JHE)
2015/2016 SY BCTC School Calendar
Additionally, BASH maintains an extensive calendar on its website. By clicking
http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/8 you can access this calendar by just going to the left side of the homepage
to “View Calendar” and click!
Recent Mailings... Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1269 to access information on letters from the principal’s desk
BASH School Counseling Department Information...
Class of 2016 Parents and Students: Please sign up for text messages from the School Counseling Office by clicking
on the link below and following the directions on that link. Counselors will be sending text messages out throughout
the year regarding important information for the Class of 2016.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
http://pdfs.remind.com/invite?alternate_phone_number=%28484%29+334-
4496&class_code=boy16&class_name=Class+of+2016&phone_number=81010&sms_supported=true&user_signatur
e=B.+Shive
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/126 to access the BASH School Counseling Homepage!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1335 to access information on kids promise support groups at BASH!
NEW – 2016-17 FAFSA Completion Video!
PHEAA’s How to Complete the FAFSA for 2016-17 provides students with timesaving advice and uniquely helpful
tips about completing the FAFSA. If you need to complete the FAFSA form for your child, please take a moment to
view this video. Just click on the link.
College/Career Information!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=86 to access information relative to BASH Career
Portfolio Graduation Requirement information for all senior, junior & sophomore students!
College Visitations to BASH Information!
Post-Secondary School Visitors Calendar- Students may sign up to meet with a representative by securing a pass in
the School Counseling Office. http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/4346
BASH Health Suite (Nurse): Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/919 to access the BASH Health (Nurse's) suite homepage!
BASH Library:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/125 to access the BASH Library homepage!
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Page/1300 to access the BASH new library hours!
BASH 1:1 Laptop Initiative Information:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/Domain/1224
BASH BYOT (Bring Your Own Technology):
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org//site/Default.aspx?PageID=577 to access information for BASD/BASH BYOT!
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
BASH Concurrent Enrollment:
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/97 to access information on an inexpensive way to earn college credits
while still in high school!
BASH No Place For Hate Information...
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/247 to access information relative to BASD/BASH No Place for Hate!
BASH Athletic Department Information... Due to changes in our scheduling programs and procedures, our most current schedules can be found at:
www.schedulestar.com
Click http://www.highschoolsports.net/. To get sports event postponement/cancellation alerts via e-mail or text for all
Boyertown schools! In the top banner, type the school you want to find. After choosing a school, look on the right-
hand side of the screen for the “Fans: Login” button. Follow the procedures given to register for the alerts.
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org//cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=132 to sign up for the "BASD
Athletics” Listserv!
Please see BASH Winter Athletic Schedule, Contest Locations, and Contest Location Directions on the 11-20-15
Week in Review Additional Enclosures.
BASH Cafeteria: Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/40 to access information relative to online lunch payment service!
*Please be advised Boyertown Area School District Food Service Department will never contact you by phone and
request you to place money on a student lunch account by giving your credit card information.
BASH Continuing Education Information...
Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/46 to access BASD continuing education class/course offerings!
BASH Departmental Information...
RELA (Reading/Language Arts – English)! N/A
Math! N/A
Science! N/A
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Social Studies! N/A
World Languages! N/A
Related Studies (Music, Art, Business Ed., Tech. Ed., HPE FCS, and NJROTC! N/A
Learning Support (Special Education)! N/A
Gifted Education! N/A
School Counseling N/A
BASD Central Office Information: N/A
Miscellaneous…
N/A
BASH Class Information (Seniors/Juniors/Sophomores)... Click http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/102 to access information relative to class of 2016, 2017, & 2018.
Class of 2016!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Parents: Now is the time to order your child's cap and gown and graduation stationery products. On Tuesday,
Student Services Company (SSC) presented Graduation Products Program to the senior class and your
son/daughter was given a packet of information to bring home and review with you. The deadline for these orders
is Friday, January 22nd. You can easily place your order for your child's cap and gown, custom announcements
and other graduation products by going to bit.ly/bashgradstore. Your child must purchase a cap and gown in order
to be part of the graduation ceremony. SSC will also have representatives in the cafeteria during all lunch periods
on the 22nd to accept orders and answer questions. If any senior needs ordering information, they can pick those
up from Mr. Fries in Room 711.
To keep up to date on the Class of 2016 activities, events, and class trip information, students and parents should
join the Class of 2016 Remind 101. To join, text @BASH2016 to (484)652-8782.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
CLASS OF 2016 SENOR YEAR IMPORTANT DATES:
May 13, 2016 PROM!!! Sunnybrook Ballroom
June 5, 2016 Baccalaureate New Auditorium: 7:00 P.M.
June 7, 2016 Graduation Practice/ Picnic Memorial Stadium: 7:40-11 A.M.
June 7, 2016 COMMENCEMENT!!! Memorial Stadium: 7:00 P.M.
BASH Post Prom Information:
Class of 2017!
BASH Counselors would like you to join Class of 2017! To receive messages via text, text @boy17 to 81010. You
can opt-out of messages at any time by replying,'unsubscribe@boy17'.
Class of 2018!
BASH Counselors would like you to join Class of 2018! To receive messages via text, text @boy18 to 81010. You
can opt-out of messages at any time by replying, ‘unsubscribe@boy18’.
BASH Club Information...
N/A
Planetarium Information...
May
See the attachments in previous week’s Week In Review (4-29-16) from Mr. Peter Detterline, planetarium
director. Also, read below for some exciting events happening in our planetarium! The planetarium is located in the
back of the building at the Junior High East Center on Route 73.
Admission to the planetarium is $4 for adults and $2.50 for students and children. The planetarium is located in the
back of the building at the Junior High East Center on Route 73. For more information call director Peter Detterline
at 610-473-3906.
MERCURY TRANSIT (Monday, May 9th – 11:30 AM)
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
During the day on May 9th, observers will notice the small black disk of the planet Mercury crossing the Sun. This
event, called a transit, hasn’t happened since 2006 and provides us with a unique view of a special astronomical
event. People wishing to see the transit will need a telescope that is properly filtered to safe guard against the suns
light. If weather permits, the public is invited to the Boyertown Planetarium where we will have telescopes outside at
11:30 AM to view the transit safely. Don’t miss this amazing event!
BASH Committee Information... N/A
Former BASH Week-In-Review Information…
Physical Information Changes:
Mandatory Parent Meeting for Updated Physical Information for this upcoming 2016/2017 school year. Parents must
attend one of the following dates: May 23, 2016, June 13, 2016 or July 25, 2016. The meetings will be held at
Boyertown JHE in the auditorium from 7:00PM-:800PM.
All physical forms must be turned into the Athletic Office at BASH by August 1, 2016 for an athlete to participate in
a fall sport. If your son/daughter is only participating in a winter sport the forms must be turned in by November 4,
2016 and for spring sports by February 20,2016. Physical forms are not to be turned into their coach.
BASD Summer Camps are back! (Registration Opened on April 11):
Looking for something fun to beat the summertime blues? Sign your student up for some of our great summer camp
offerings. See the attached flyer for programs, dates, and fees. Please see the 4-15-16 Week-In-Review’s additional
enclosures for flyers and information. Registration is now open and will end on Friday, June 3. All registration forms
are available online at www.boyertownasd.org.
Letter from The Superintendent & Chief Academic Officer:
Please see the 4-15-16 Week-In-Review’s additional enclosures for a letter from Dr. Faidley and Dr. Woodard about a
pilot program for students who struggle with reading. There is a permission slip on the bottom that will need to be
completed and returned, if applicable to the BASH main office. The second attachment is the survey to assess to see
if your child will be screened to participate. The survey MUST be completed by the student.
Summer Camp Opportunity – STARTALK 2016: Language Learning through Performing Art:
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Registration Deadline: May 13, 2016
The Berks County Intermediate Unit is now accepting applications from Grade 7 – 12 students who would like to
participate in an exciting 12-day intensive non-residential program to learn Mandarin language and Chinese
culture. Thirteen Chinese language teachers and artists will be providing a wonderful opportunity for students to
work with experts in the fields of Chinese martial arts, puppetry, theater, music, and language. The program is free
and will be held at Albright College in Reading, PA. See the attachments under this week’s additional enclosures for
more information and registration materials. If you have any questions, please email Susan Calvin at
[email protected] or call 610-987-8639.
Best Community for Music Education 2016:
The Boyertown Area School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education 2016
designation from the NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Boyertown joins 476
districts across the country in receiving this prestigious award in 2016. This award recognizes not only the
achievements of the students and staff in the music program, but the entire community for the musical opportunities
offered to the students.
Parents of Seniors:
Join other parents to discuss concerns regarding your children’s transition from home to college. This four session
group will cover such topics as communication, healthy lifestyle and financial concerns and responsibilities. Please
see the 3-4-16 Week-In-Review’s additional enclosures for more information.
ATTENTION BASH STUDENTS PARKING IN THE REDNERS PLAZA OR ANY OTHER SURROUNDING
PRIVATE PARKING LOTS:
Parents/guardians of student driver’s. Please remind your student driver that Redners Plaza parking lot as well as
other surrounding private parking lots are for private use of patrons utilizing the stores/facilities in that/those
plaza(s)/facilities. Please be cognizant that parking in these lots during/throughout the school day will leave you
vulnerable to having your vehicle ticketed and/or towed at your expense.
Discount Internet Access:
Access to the internet has become an essential avenue for gaining access to information and services. Increasingly,
services are being provided online and in some cases exclusively online. Unfortunately, the need to cut costs has
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
pushed some companies/providers to move entire industries online. Additionally, educational resources and supports
are also growing rapidly in the online world. A challenge that these changes are creating is how to help ensure
everyone has access to the internet. Thankfully, a few of our local internet service providers’ offer low cost/need
based internet programs starting as low as $9.95 per month. If you are interested in learning more about these
programs, please visit the following sites or call the company directly at the number listed.
Internet Essentials from ComCast 1-855-846-8376 or visit https://apply.internetessentials.com/
Windstream’s Lifeline Service 1-800-347-1991 or visit https://www.windstream.com/About-Us/Lifeline-Assistance-
Program/
Cyber Harassment of a Child:
On July 10, 2015, Governor Wolf signed Act 26 of 2015 into law, resulting in the creation of a new crime: Cyber
Harassment of a Child (18 PA.C.S. §2709 (a.1)).
Cyber harassment of a child is committed when another person repeatedly contacts a child through electronic means
(such as through text messages, instant messages or through social media services) with the intent to harass, annoy or
alarm the child and makes seriously harmful comments about the child or threatens to harm the child.
It is important for students and parents to realize that cyberbullying behaviors can now be criminally charged as a
misdemeanor offense under this new law.
Parents should discuss household rules about online activity with their children, and remind them not to engage in
mean, harmful messages about or to others.
For more information on bullying go to:
Center for Safe Schools: http://www.safeschools.info/bullying-prevention
Federal Stop bullying: http://www.stopbullying.gov/
Cyberbullying Research Center: http://cyberbullying.us/
Attention Parents/Guardians of 2016 Seniors:
It’s time to congratulate your student for all of his/her high school achievements, send your senior an inspiring
message as they prepare to start the next chapter of their lives, or remember a personal moment with your child. What
better way to do all of the above, and more, than through a Bear Baby Page!
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Please print the form (using the link provided below), follow the directions, and submit payment to BEAR.
http://www.boyertownasd.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=8&ModuleInstanceID=1950&ViewID=047
E6BE3-6D87-4130-8424-D8E4E9ED6C2A&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=8206&PageID=9
Time is running out to order your baby page in the 2015-2016 yearbook. Do not delay- orders are due by March 18th!
Questions should be directed to BASH Yearbook Advisors Ms. Diaz ([email protected]) OR and Mrs. Folk
The All New BASH Writing Center:
The writing center is located in the 617 Computer Lab (above the library) and is open Monday – Friday during Flex.
The purpose of this writing center is to serve as an open resource for all students to come and receive one-on-one
tutoring to improve their writing abilities.
The BASH Writing Center is based off a collegiate model and will be a handy resource for all writing tasks that are
assigned by BASH teachers. Whether students are at the beginning of an assignment, in the middle of completing it,
or have already completed it, students are encouraged to access the writing center to receive tutoring.
Students can see any one of their teachers to obtain a writing center pass.
BASD 2016/2017 School Calendar: On December 8, 2015 the Board of School Directors approved the 2016-2017 Student Calendar. A copy of the
calendar was enclosed in the 12-11-16 Week in Review’s additional enclosures. It is also posted on our District
website as well as the BASH website. Next year’s calendar is similar to our current calendar.
Walking Path From The North (Student) Parking Lot) & Traffic Pattern:
Walking access to and from the BASH east entrance via the access road from the north (student) parking lot should be
through utilization of the “cattle chute” (between the temporary barriers and the access road wall) ONLY. For your
safety, please DO NOT walk on the roadway between the temporary barriers and the guard rail. The access road will
now be open to traffic ONE WAY ONLY from the east entrance parking lot to the north (student) parking lot. Please
DO NOT utilize the access road in a vehicle from the north (student) parking lot to the east entrance parking lot as
this is the WRONG direction. Please be sure to follow the directions of ALL posted signage.
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Boyertown “Y” Flyer:
Please see flyer under the week in review week 1-15-16 additional enclosures for information about the Boyertown
“Y.”
Substitute Aides/Paraprofessionals Needed:
Our school district has immediate openings for substitute aides/paraprofessionals. Positions will vary from three to
six and a half hours daily with an hourly wage of $9.88. Applications are accessible on our website,
www.boyertownasd.org, or you can pick one up at the Education Center. If you have any questions, please call 610-
369-7606.
Rotary Youth Exchange:
Rotary District 7430 is currently seeking candidates for the Youth Exchange Program for 2016/2017. Every Year
about 8,000 students are trained by Rotary International and ESSEX volunteers to be unofficial ambassadors of their
community and country. Please see flyer under past week’s (10-16-15) additional enclosures for more information.
School Nutrition Program Information:
As per federal regulations of the School Nutrition Program and the PA Department of Education Division of Food and
Nutrition, the School Food Authority (SFA) is required to give periodic notifications regarding the School Breakfast
Program and its offerings. Please see enclosed Breakfast Announcement under past week’s (10-16-15) additional
enclosures.
Vehicle Access To The BASH Campus:
Visitors may NOT utilize the construction entrance off of Montgomery Avenue to access the BASH campus. Visitors
are to continue using the Monroe Street entrance accessible from the Boyertown Borough. Student drop-off and pick-
up can continue to utilize the Madison Avenue entrance from the Boyertown Borough. Drop-off and pick-up will
continue to be at the east entrance of t BASH. Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and flexibility.
Important Parking Information:
For all students who will be purchasing a parking permit—be advised that there have been changes made in our
parking procedures due to the construction project here at BASH. Due to the increase in staff here at the Senior High,
the entire parking lot located directly behind the auditorium (“band lot”) is now for staff parking only. Additionally,
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
the two-tiered lot adjacent to Monroe Street is for construction contractor parking only. All students are to park in the
new paved lot (old stone lot) located below the “band lot.”
When you purchase and have been issued a parking tag which you MUST display face out, from your rear-view
mirror. The number on the tag is simply a means of identifying your vehicle in the BASH lot, YOU DO NOT HAVE
AN ASSIGNED SPACE. Parking will be on a first come, first served bases. Please be cognizant that parking
locations may change throughout the course of the 2015/2016 school year due to the construction project. If you need
to drive a different vehicle to school it must be registered before school starts for the day. ANY VEHICLE PARKED
IN A STAFF SPACE, NOT DISPLAYING A PARKING PERMIT TAG, OR NOT PROPERLY REGISTERED
WILL BE TICKETED!
As always, you may not share your parking permit with another student unless you are siblings. In that case, both
siblings need to be registered to that permit number. Students who are found to be sharing their permit with an
unregistered student will lose their parking privilege at the discretion of their grade level principal.
Please remember, unpaid parking tickets will become an obligation & loss of privilege.
ATTENTION BASH STUDENTS PARKING IN THE CVS PLAZA PARKING LOT:
Parents, please remind your student driver that the CVS plaza parking lot is for private use of patrons utilizing the
stores in that plaza. Please be cognizant that parking in that lot during/throughout the school day will leave you
vulnerable to having your vehicle ticketed and/or towed at your expense
BASH Photo ID’s:
All BASH students will be required to have their photo ID displayed (we will provide every student with a lanyard)
throughout the school day. Students will need to utilize their photo ID’s while “scanning” in and out of OC, scanning
in and out of off-campus lunch privilege (OCLP), purchasing lunch in the cafeteria etc. Students are required to
present their photo ID upon any BASH staff member’s request. All BASH staff members are identified through
having their photo ID badges displayed at all times.
Sophomore Career Portfolio Assignment additional Requirement:
As an addition to the career portfolio graduation requirements, ALL sophomore students are now required to complete an online Digital Driver’s License (DDL) – High School Units ONLY - component in order to complement the 1:1 laptop computer initiative. The due date for this requirement to stay current with career portfolio obligations is Friday,
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
January 22, 2016. Beginning Monday, December 14, 2015 through Tuesday, December 22, 2015, ALL sophomore students will have time in their FLEX assignment to work to complete this requirement. STUDENTS MUST LIST THEIR HOMEROOM TEACHER/ADVISOR (HR/ADV) AS THEIR TEACHER WHILE COMPLETING THE DDL. Student help desk in the BASH library will be available during FLEX for assistance. Additionally, provided below is the constructed response question that must be completed at the conclusion of the DDL requirement:
● What does it mean to be a digital citizen? After completing the modules of the Digital Driver’s License,
analyze two themes you feel are most important and why. What are the specific impacts on students and
society related to those themes?
Both the DDL certificate of completion and the constructed response MUST be uploaded to ALL sophomore students
career portfolio by the Friday, January 22, 2016 to remain current with career portfolio obligations.
In-house Open Campus (OC) Versus SH (LGI) Clarification:
We have been receiving some questions regarding Open Campus (OC) privilege opportunity afforded to BASH
students and study hall (typically the LGI) placement. Provided below is information explaining how students may
lose the OC privilege and be placed into a quiet study hall (typically the LGI):
OC privilege
o Students may appropriately use electronic devices, participate in light conversation with their peers,
use available snack vending machines, and have the availability to acquire passes to go to the library or
other authorized building locations
Reasons for student loss of OC privilege resulting in a quiet study hall placement
o A final quarterly grade below a 70% in any one of his/her courses (core content and/or related studies)
as measured from the previous quarter’s final grades (PLEASE NOTE: Initial placement for the
2014/2015 school year is based on current sophomore, junior, and senior students who had a final
course grade of below a 70% in any one of his/her courses from the 2013/2014 SY)
o Non-completion of a financial obligation (e.g. lost book replacement)
o Non-completion of a previously assigned consequence by established due date (e.g. overdue detention)
o Non-completion of career portfolio graduation requirement at the conclusion of the designated school
year
Career Portfolio Graduation Requirement Information:
Continuing this 2015/2016 school year, students will now have placed on his/her report card and transcript, progress
attained on the Career Portfolio Graduation Project requirement. At the conclusion of each quarter and school year,
homeroom teachers/advisors will be required to enter either a “P” (Pass) or an “F” (Fail) for each of the students on
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
their respective homeroom rosters based on the completion of the requirements for that particular quarter or school
year. The “P” or the “F” will be the result of properly maintaining the records of each of the students assigned to them
as the homeroom teacher/advisor through the notebooks turned into the School Counseling Office.
A student with the expected completed requirements for each of the three years at BASH (10-11-12) will receive the
“P” rating for that particular quarter/year. A student NOT completing the expected requirements for each of the three
years at BASH (10-11-12) will receive the “F” rating for that particular quarter/year. Students receiving an “F” for
either a quarter or year will not have access to BASH privileges until the next subsequent quarter/year report indicates
a “P” for passing.
Please feel free to contact Mrs. Mason (Class of 2017 Grade Level/Assistant Principal) who serves as the
Administrator for the Career Portfolio Graduation Project requirement should you have any additional questions.
Smart Snack Nutrition Standards:
Provided below is information relative to the new USDA standards regarding food & snacks in school which had been
implemented last July 1, 2014.
The standards may be accessed via the following link…
www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/governance/legislation/allfoods.htm
These standards do not relate to evening events at school that serve food (e.g. Fall Festival, sports events, etc.) and do
not relate to classroom celebrations where a student, parent, or staff member brings food for a special event. We do
not need to alter our practices in these areas.
These standards do not relate to food sales or fund raisers that deliver the food products outside of school, and/or on a
non-school day and/or in the evening.
The standards do apply to the following:
Food items that do not meet the standards and are sold at school from midnight through 30 minutes following
the end of the student school day (this would be 3:18PM for BASH)
Schools are limited to approving up to 10(HS only) or 5 (JH and elementary) fund raiser events that sell food
items that do NOT meet standards during the period described above per school year
Mission…“To enable ALL students to succeed in a changing world.”…Mission
Vision…“Learning and achievement for ALL students.”…Vision
Values…“To treat ALL of our students as we would want our own child(ren) to be treated”…Values Goals…“To provide a safe school climate that promotes learning for ALL students.”…Goals
“To provide collaborative opportunities for ALL students and staff.” “To utilize best practice teaching strategies that will allow for the success of ALL students.” “To provide appropriate academic and social interventions for ALL students.”
Each approved event per above can take place for no longer than one week
Provided below is the process that will be utilized for approval of fundraisers at BASH that do NOT meet the
standards…
Request for these types of fundraisers MUST be submitted by September 26, 2014
Each group/club/ organization will be permitted to submit their request for only ONE fundraiser per school
year on a first come first served basis
All internal groups/clubs/ organizations will be given preference for approval
All approvals are completed and returned to the group/club/ organization by the administration
Requests that are incomplete will not be considered
All other fundraisers should be submitted as per past practice.
Should you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact Dr. E. Wayne Foley, Class of 2015 Grade
Level/Assistant Principal
Raptor System Update:
We are pleased to share that all Boyertown Area Schools continue with the Raptor Identification System for this
2015-2016 school year. This system is located in each school office. We will be requiring that all school visitors/
volunteers provide a driver’s license or other government-issued identification card and the visitor/volunteer will be
able to proceed into the school as planned. School staff will swipe the card to determine if the individual is a
registered sex offender. In most cases the system will issue a temporary ID badge to wear during a visit or volunteer
activity. If the system lists any offender information, the principal will intervene and the individual will not be
permitted to enter the school outside of the school office area. Individuals who need to drop off or pick up materials
in the school office will not be required to use the system. This system was identified as a safety improvement by our
District and Building Safety Teams. Through our successful application to the Safe Schools Grant, we obtained
outside funding for all of this equipment. Additional information on the Raptor System can be found on our District
website at http://www.boyertownasd.org/domain/1179. We thank all parents, guardians and visitors in advance for
your cooperation as we implement this new system. We are committed to continuing to provide a safe school
environment for all students, staff and community members.