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Congratulations to the September Students of the Month:
Art: Andrew Hormann (12), CTE: Damian Miller (12), Language Arts: Kallin
Page (12), Math: Wyatt Bailey (9), Music: Chloe Hildreth (11), PE/Health: Seth
Moeller (12), Science: Abigail Osborn (12), Social Studies: Emma Hutchinson
(9), World Language: Sarah Davis (12)
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Bondurant-Farrar High School Vol. 1, Issue 2. October, 2016
The Bluejay Beat 1000 Grant Street North, Bondurant, Iowa
957-8191 -- Follow activities on @BluejayNation Website: www.bfschools.org
From the Counselors…
Important information from the month of October and
more…
-more on page 4
In this issue:
BFHS Core Values: To be a productive citizen, you will be able to: Communicate and Collaborate Effectively, Solve Problems, Persevere,
and be Culturally and Socially Respectful.
Student Info, etc.
page 3 BFHS News
Bondurant-Farrar High School is beginning to wind down from a busy fall activity
schedule. I want to take this moment and thank ALL seniors that participated in fall
activities. Your representation of BFHS has been top notch!
We have witnessed many achievements at all levels and this speaks to the character
our students possess. To highlight some accomplishments, junior, Drake VanBaale
qualified individually for the 2016 State Cross Country Meet in Fort Dogde, IA and
senior, Matthew Lorentzen was selected for the second consecutive year as a
member of All State Choir.
As we move into the winter season, I wish all of our students and student-athletes the best of luck as they pursue many individual and team goals.
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6-7
From the Counselors
Additional Info
page 4 Important Dates
page 5 Counselors continued
September Students of the Month…
Message from Mr. Garnass
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Bondurant-Farrar High School nominated Jocelyn Friedrickson for the Iowa
Department of Education's Presidential Scholar. Iowa schools are encouraged
to select a nominee for the Presidential Scholars program. Department
Director Ryan Wise will select 25 students (10 males and 10 females and 5 in
the Career and Technical Education (CTE) category) to submit to the U.S.
Presidential Scholar Program for consideration. The 2017 Presidential
Scholars will be selected by the Commission on Presidential Scholars and will
receive a Presidential Scholars Medallion at a ceremony in their honor in
Washington, D.C. Reviewers will consider the following categories:
Involvement and service (in school and community), Leadership and
character, Writing samples, Academic achievements, and discretionary points
for extraordinary achievement, heavy workload, family responsibilities or
obstacles overcome.
BFHS Presidential Scholar…
The winter season activity registration is now open. Please remember to register your child in order for them to participate this winter. Registration is active and open on the Bondurant-Farrar High School Activities website
(https://bondurantfarrar-oar.rschooltoday.com/).
Shrine Bowl Participants…
Activities Update…
Lydia Shinogle and Macie Renaud will be representing
Bondurant-Farrar for the annual Shrine Bowl Football game as
part of the South Cheer Squad, held in Cedar Falls at the UNI
Dome. Lydia and Macie, along with 62 other cheerleaders,
went through a tryout process on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016. They
were selected after learning a cheer, dance and performing
jumps and tumbling. This is a wonderful opportunity to support
the Shriners Hospital and an experience that is life
changing. They will be on site for one week, the football players
are there two weeks. The activities will include visits with
patients from the Shrine Hospital, parades, a banquet and daily
practices and activities. They perform a half time routine and
cheer on the sidelines throughout the game.
Congratulations to senior, Isla Ekstam on being selected as
the 2016 Bondurant-Farrar High School Wendy's Heisman
Winner. Students are known by their teachers and friends for
their commitment to excellence.
Wendy’s HS Heisman School Winner…
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The Bluejay Pride Marching Band completed a successful marching season by earning their 5th consecutive Division I rating from the Iowa High School Music Association. The band also performed their show for the home football games, the Marching Dutch Invitational (placing 6th in 3A), the Urbandale Marching Invitational (2nd in 3A), Valleyfest (4th in 3A) and the Mid-Iowa Band Championships (4th in 3A). Their baseball-themed show, “Bottom of the 9th,” routinely earned the group high praise from judges and resulted in the band receiving their highest score ever at IHSMA State Contest. A marching band show happens only with the efforts of a large group of people, including a great group of parent
volunteers. The 70 members of the band were led on the field by Drum Majors Sarah Davis and Nicholas Currant. Mindy VanGundy instructs the Color Guard and the drum line is instructed by Scott Szurek. They also had the wonderful opportunity to work with leaders in the marching band genre in Iowa including Paul Brizzi, retired Ankeny director; Dr. Steven Smyth, ISU Marching Band Director; and Christian Carichner, ISU Marching Band Assistant Director.
Marching Band…
The high school business club, DECA, decided to showcase "Kiss the Pig"
on September 21st at a pep assembly! Their goal was to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The student body voted to have four staff members be in the running to "Kiss the Pig." Mrs. Cue, Mr. Vandehaar, Ms. Purgatorio, and Mr. Garnass were all up for the task of puckering up! Throughout the week, students donated money into a bucket for the person they wanted to see "Kiss the Pig." On Friday October 21st, all of the money was counted for each contestant, a total of $330 was collected and Mrs. Cue was the chosen one! She had to kiss the sweet little pig! Thank you to all of those that donated money to support the American Cancer Society!
BFHS Students/Staff Stepping Up…
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October is College Application Month
We are excited to be participating in the 3-Step Process sponsored by Iowa College Aid. The 3-Step Process includes a college application day, FAFSA completion initiative, and college decision day. We have also included college knowledge lessons for all students and a senior
conference for all seniors.
Our college knowledge lessons presented the post-secondary options to students (apprenticeships, associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, certificate or diploma programs, military and the world of work). Students were given information on admission requirements as well. The Regent Admission Index (RAI) score is used for admission to ISU, UNI, and Iowa. The RAI is comprised of the student’s ACT score, CUM
GPA, class rank, and the number of core courses a student has taken (English, math, science, social studies, and world languages). Admission to four-year private colleges is done on an individual basis. If parents or students have any questions regarding post-secondary planning, please
contact your child’s school counselor.
Our seniors participated in the college application day on Wednesday, October 12. Over 70% of our senior class has completed a college application so far. It was a great day for seniors to fill out applications
and get questions answered on the applications!
The FAFSA is now open! It is important to know the financial aid priority deadline for the college(s) your child is applying too. Your students must have applied and be accepted to receive a financial aid
package. Our FAFSA night was held October 6. If you were unable to
attend or have any questions about the FAFSA, please let us know!
November 4: Deadline to sign
up for the December 10 ACT
test November 17: The last day to
sign up for PSEO and Career
Advantage courses through
DMACC
December 10: ACT Test
Looking Ahead….
Semester Tests: January 12 & 13
End of 1st Semester: January 13
IA Assessment Dates:
February 7-9, 2017
Important Dates
Counselors’ Corner
Tammy Kaufman and Casey McMurray
Mrs. Kaufman is the counselor for the Classes of 2018 & 2020. Her email is
Mrs. McMurray is the counselor for the Classes of 2017 & 2019. Her email is [email protected].
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Counselors’ Corner, continued…
Governor Terry E. Branstad visits BFHS!
On Friday, October 14th, Bondurant-Farrar High School hosted the Governor’s Proclamation declaring
October College Application Month. Governor Branstad took a tour of our high school and held a program in the gymnasium for our juniors and seniors. During the program, Governor Branstad discussed
the importance of education after high school and officially signed the Proclamation.
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Bondurant-Farrar High School cheerleaders, seniors Isla Ekstam, Kelsey Tingwald, and Lydia Shinogle, were selected to
participate on the Iowa Cheerleading Coaches Association 2016 Honor Squad.
Up to three students per high school are selected to participate in the annual Honor Squad with over 250 cheerleaders
representing the State of Iowa. The Honor Squad practices twice before their performances at the State High School Football
playoffs held in Cedar Falls at the UNI Dome, Friday, Nov. 18, 2016. They practice and learn the majority of the material the
Sunday prior to performance at Ames High School. Then they practice the Thursday afternoon and evening until performance
ready. They will perform at two half time playoff games and receive an Honor Squad tee, award certificate and medal for
participation.
The Bondurant-Farrar High School cheerleading program has selection criteria for honor squad participants. Cheerleaders
must be positive leaders, participate in volunteer service activities, have excellent academic standing and have been a Varsity
Football cheerleader throughout High School. Participants must be a junior or senior. These young ladies are very excited to
represent Bondurant-Farrar High School at this prestigious event!
ICCA Honor Squad…
Taking It In…
On October 27th, Kaylee Seitzer, Abigail Bruce, Elise Tharp, Lydia Johnson, Regan Osborn, Chloe Klein, and Ellie Riemersma
attended the Taking the Road Less Traveled Women in Science and Technology (WISE) conference at Iowa State University.
This all day event provided keynote speakers which included Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds, several women who have been
instrumental in orchestrating and conducting work in the oil industry including the recent pipeline traversing the state of Iowa,
leaders in the Department of Natural Resources and many more. There were multiple breakout sessions which allowed young
ladies from BF to explore specific STEM areas of interest in great detail with industry experts. It was a very rewarding and
successful day for all!
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Appointments:
If your child has an appointment outside of school we ask that a parent call and let the office know. We will write the student a
pass to get out of class at the given time. This helps us limit the interruptions to the class, and they will come to the office, sign
themselves out, and wait for you in our atrium. If your child has not come down when you get here, please let us know and we
will call them down. When your child returns to school after an appointment please make sure they bring a note so we can
excuse the absence. Please reach out to the high school office if you have additional questions.
Vacations: Please attempt to notify the high school office at least a week in advance if you plan on being out of town. This provides
opportunity for students to meet with teachers and discuss plans to complete their work. In order to be excused, the office must
be notified by a parent/guardian.
Nurse: If your child texts or calls you during the day time to inform you they are sick and want to go home, please have them go and
see the nurse. We will not release a student without talking to and being seen by Ms. Higgins. We have reporting procedures
with the state and this helps us keep up to date.
Process to have your child leave the HS building…
Bullying/Harassment Reporting…
Bondurant-Farrar High School now has a reporting system in place for all bullying/harassment. The reporting form can be
found on the new high school website (www.bfschools.org) under the student/parent tab. All reports are followed up by the office.
Annual Holiday Dinner…
The Bondurant-Farrar High School Student Council invites senior citizens to
our Annual Holiday Dinner. This year we will be hosting the event at our
high school library. Following a free lunch of country chicken and noodles,
mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, fruit, a dinner roll, and pie, we will be
showcasing the musical and speech/drama talents of our very own students.
Date: Thursday, December 8, 2016
What: Social Coffee at 12:15, Dinner Served Shortly After 12:30
Where: Bondurant-Farrar High School Library
Please RSVP to the High School Office at 957-8191 by December 5th, 2016
