Week of Sept. 4-11, 2015
 

"Oh, I think that I found myself a cheerleader!"
Academics 


School will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend.

Underclassmen picture retakes will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Register for the PSAT for your freshman or junior by Oct. 1 via MyPaymentsPlus for $15. Sophomores are automatically registered at no charge. The PSAT test will be given during school on Oct. 14. 

Open House: It's fast-moving and informative.
Monday, Sept. 14, 6:45 p.m. Beginning with a PTSA meeting in The Commons, the evening gives parents a chance to walk their students' schedules, stopping at each classroom to quickly meet teachers and hear 8-minute course overviews.

We urge seniors and their parents to take advantage of some of the scholarships and resources updated frequently in our Senior Bulletin.

College/University Representatives Visit BHS:
- University of Alabama - Sept. 8, 3rd Period
- Quest Bridge Program - Sept. 8, 4th Period
- University North GA - Sept. 9, 3rd Period 

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test will be given Thursday, Sept. 24, in the Theater during periods 1-4.

College Financial Aid Information Meeting
Monday, Sept. 24, 7 pm. in the Media Center. Topics include FAFSA, scholarships and more financial aid.

GCPS free and reduced meals application form is available at the blue link and through our homepage. 

SAT prep classes offered through the BHS Community School begin Sept 15. Click the blue link or visit Office A3 for a registration form. 

The C2 Test Prep Challenge awards a $1,000 cash prize for the highest practice exam score in our area. See information about the Oct. 10 event and other free practice events.
 
Campus News 

Homecoming Court Nominations
Obtain an application outside of A12 to participate. All grade levels are eligible. Applications must be returned to A12 by Sept. 18, 3 p.m. 

Used Book Drive 
BHS National English Honor Society is collecting books this semester to benefit Boys & Girls Club, adult education programs and Better World Books. Clear your shelves and bring books to A202 for a good cause.

Yearbooks are now $75
exclusively at Balfour.com. Prices increase monthly.

Park-for-a-Day for $3.
See Mrs. Campbell in A36 before or after school. Requires a 24-hour notice. Spots are limited.

Performing & Fine Arts

Marching Band
Sept. 19, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Marching Band Gwinnett Exhibition @ Grayson High School

Chorus
Sept. 29, 7 p.m.  Mark your calendar for "Music is a Language the Whole World Sings."
Athletics 

Football
Sept. 4, There is no football game this Friday.
Sept. 10, Chin-up Challenge on Thursday during all lunches in front of the Gold Gym -- part of the Great American Rivalry festivities.
Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m. Great American Rivalry BSH takes on Parkview in the Battle of Five Forks @ Home.

Cross Country
Sept. 5 Starrs Mill Panther Invitational (Fayetteville)

Softball
Sept. 4, 5:30 p.m. vs Colquitt, 7 p.m. vs Effingham (both games @ Effingham)
Sept. 5, 9:30 a.m. vs So. Effingham, 11 a.m. vs Richmond Hill (both games @ So. Effingham)
Sept. 8, 5:55 p.m. vs Central Gwinnett @ Home
Sept. 9, 5:55 p.m. vs Hillgrove @ Home
Sept. 10, 7 p.m. @ Dacula

Volleyball
Sept. 8, SENIOR NIGHT (Home) 5 p.m. vs Grayson, 
6 p.m. vs Berkmar Pizza and soda with $3 student ticket.
Sept. 10, 5 p.m. vs Lassiter (3 of 5) @ Home
Tuesday is Senior Night, honoring these four players.
A student ticket includes a slice of pizza and a soda.
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Lacrosse Pre-Season Parent Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 10, 6 p.m. in the Media Center. Parents of boys or girls interested in trying out for spring lacrosse will receive important pre-season information.

Dive Team Information Meeting
Sept. 15, 7 p.m. in The Commons. Meeting for all interested in being a diver for the BHS Swim & Dive team. Current physical is required. See Coach Heberling in F27 for more information.

Volleyball Academy for Grades 6-8
Tuesdays, Sept. 15 - Oct. 20, is the first session for middle schoolers to learn fundamental skills and strategies. See the flyer for cost, times and registration.

Clubs

Amnesty International
Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2:30-4:15 p.m., Room F29. Attend the first meeting oftheyear; bring a snack to share. Dues are $10 via MyPaymentsPlus.

B.E.S.T. Club 
Thursday, Sept. 10, 2:30 p.m., Maroon Gym Lobby. B.E.S.T. stands for Bringing Extraordinary Students Together. Meet and mingle; refreshments will be served. Apply online and pay dues at MyPaymentsPlus.

Science National Honor Society 
Have 3.0 cumulative GPA? An 88 overall science average? Love science? Want to go on fun field trips? Join SNHS. Submit an application to Dr. Diaz (A112) or Coach Chvatal (F10) by Friday, Sept. 11.

Interact Club
Sunday, Sept. 20, 1 p.m. at Mountain Park Aquatic Center is the Gwinnett Duck Derby, a fun fundraiser supporting our club sponsor, Rotary Club of South Gwinnett. 

Connect to Brookwood

Driver's Education Classes offered through the BHS Community School begin Sept. 15. Space is limited. Find information and registration forms online here. See the Community School Office (A3) or Mr. Boyt (A113).