Author: Nicole Markley

Good Afternoon Jaguar Parents,

Our first week back from break went well. Freshman, Sophomore, and Junior scheduling meetings will begin February 4th. Please start talking to your students about their class choices to ensure they are making the best decisions about the classes they are scheduling. As we begin to build the building schedule for the 2025-2026 school year, it is essential that our students make informed scheduling decisions.

Grades will be available on January 14th. Please review your child’s grades and discuss strengths and areas of improvement to set goals for the third quarter. Take time to celebrate your child’s successes and continue to work with his/her respective teachers to achieve any improvement that needs to take place. This is also an excellent time to re-emphasize your expectations for your child for the remainder of the year.

Have a great weekend, and Go Jags!!!

 

Welcome back Jaguars!  We are excited to see students back in the building.

 

ASVAB – January 29th, 7:30am – Hilliard Bradley High School Media Center

Students will have the opportunity to sit for the test with an official and approved administrator. This test offers insight into strengths for those wishing to pursue a career in the military as well as those who are not.  The test offers availability to thousands of scholarships upon completion of the test.  Sign up here.

COLLEGE VISITS – Sign up on Schoolinks

Marshall University, Jan. 21, 12pm

University of Rio Grande, Jan. 22, 10:30am

University of South Carolina-Columbia, Feb. 6, 9am

HONORS DIPLOMA

Attention Seniors – there is a NEW process to receive the Honors Diploma this year. Since there are new options/requirements (the “old” requirements are still an option) for the Class of 2025, our district has created an application for the Honors Diploma.

In order to receive the Honors Diploma in May, you must submit an application. It will then be reviewed and your School Counselor will connect with you next semester. Deadline to submit your application is Friday, January 17!

HONORS DIPLOMA APPLICATION

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Local scholarships are being uploaded to Schoolinks frequently.  Please check and begin applying.

TOLLES

Any students interested in applying to attend Tolles for the 2025-2026 school year the priority deadline is January 20, 2025.  Here is the link to apply https://tolles.enrolltrack.com/StudentPortal/#

YEARBOOK

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale! Visit the Jostens Website to order your yearbook!

Senior parents – Order your Senior Shoutout Ad for the yearbook as soon as possible! Senior Portraits should be submitted on the Class of 2025 Canvas page.

 

Purple Star Military Appreciation Night

Mark your calendars NOW to join us for the Military Appreciation Basketball Game Friday, January 24, 2025!!

Join us for our Purple Star Military Appreciation Night at Hilliard Bradley HS for the boys and girls basketball game against Upper Arlington starting at 6pm.

Girls Tip-Off @ 6:00 pm

Boys Tip-Off @ 7:30 pm

All current and retired military will be given FREE admission to the games and will be recognized!  We will have the presentation of colors before the varsity boys game.

Hilliard Bradley will be presented an award from the House of Representatives for our Purple Star program!!

Chuck a Duck 50/50 raffle donations will be used to fund the Purple Star Program to continue events such as these.

Go Jags!!

#PurpleStarSchools

 

 

Kroger Community Rewards:

It is easy to sign up or link your Kroger Plus card to Hilliard Bradley High School PTO!! Go to the Kroger Community Rewards website.  Search for HILLIARD BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL PTO or use the code XS080.

This is a great way for the PTO to earn funds to support our school while Bradley families do their shopping.

PTO Scholarship Fundraiser – Help us increase our Student Scholarships

The Hilliard Bradley High School PTO has proudly awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior each year. To expand our support for deserving students, we aim to provide two $1,000 scholarships in the future. With your donation, we can increase the impact of our student scholarship fund. Please consider contributing today using the QR code below – 100% of your donation will go directly towards these scholarships.

https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1385135

Search @BRADLEYPTO on PayPal

Roosters Fun Card

PTO is happy to announce we are selling reusable Roosters Fun Cards: 10% Off Cards for $10.00. 100% of proceeds will go to the Bradley PTO, thank you Roosters for your kindness in supporting Bradley PTO. Let us know if you are interested and we’ll be sure to get you one. Email us at hilliardbradleypto@gmail.com.

 

ACT and SAT!

• Understanding ACT and SAT – Jan. 15 at 6:30pm at Davidson

College Fair!

• When:  Feb. 2
• Time:  1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Where:  Columbus Convention Center
• Registration:  nacacattend.org/fairs

Summer College Opportunities!

Below is a link of summer opportunities for high school students

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vO68f5464wDnzZv4dxxKIdcC3Sn4T-i9?usp=drive_link

Central Ohio Healthcare Summit – Ohio Expo Center on Thursday, February 20.

This event is for juniors and seniors who are considering a career in Healthcare after graduating from High School, there are opportunities for both college bound, and those looking for an alternative to college. The summit will focus on six areas careers you can begin exploring right after you graduate: Surgical Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician.

You will be able to speak with medical professionals, engage in hands on demonstrations and get career advice from those in the field!

If you are a junior or senior looking to go directly to the workforce after high school, and are interested in attending this event, please complete this form to express interest. Please do so no later than Monday, December 23! SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Skilled Trades

More and more students are asking about jobs in the trades. This video called Intro to the Trades, takes an overhead view of many of the careers in this industry. The full series, which can be found here, takes a deeper dive into many other trades out there, and shadows and interviews those who are Carpenters, Operating Engineers, and Plumbers, just to name a few. A great resource to learn a lot about the Skilled Trades.

Tolles Adult Ed. Classes

If you or your student is looking for other opportunities, don’t forget about Tolles’ Adult Education programs. High School graduates looking to begin a career without attending college, or adults looking to level-up their own career path can take advantage of the opportunities offered at Tolles. They offer programs and training in Firefighting, Welding, Multi-Craft Maintenance, as well as those interested in becoming an EMT or earning their State Tested Nurse Aid (STNA) certification. These programs have fees, but open doors to promising careers!

Bradley Theater Presents “Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”

Join us for a gender-bending, patriarchy-smashing, hilarious new take on the classic tale which has been adapted for performance by teen actors for family audiences.

Robin Hood is (and has always been) Maid Marian in disguise, and leads a motley group of Merry Men (few of whom are actually men) against the greedy Prince John. As the poor get poorer and the rich get richer, who will stand for the vulnerable if not Robin? What is the cost of revealing your true self in a time of trouble?

Friday January 31 @ 7pm
Saturday February 1 @ 2pm and 7pm

Click here for more info and tickets.

Hilliard Bradley Theater Boosters

Next meeting:  Tuesday February 11 at 7 pm

Want to know more about Bradley’s theater program?   Join us at our next meeting!  You’ll also get to meet our directors and booster officers.  For more information, visit our boosters page at BradleyTheater.com or email us at BradleyTheater@gmail.com.

Follow our socials!

Facebook & Instagram – @BradleyTheater

January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr Day – No School

January 24 – Military Appreciation Night, 6pm

January 29 – ASVAB – Media Center 7:30am

February 14 – No School

February 17 – President’s Day – No School

March 7 – End of Grading Period

March 31 – April 4 – Spring Break – No School

 

 

Kindergarten Registration January 13, 2025

Hilliard City School District will begin Kindergarten Registration on January 13, 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.  If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2025, they are eligible to start kindergarten during the 2025-26 school year. Parents can access the registration website (on or after January 13, 2025) to complete online registration. Once you have completed the registration process and provided all required documentation, you will be given access to schedule your child’s kindergarten screening appointment for August.  Please don’t delay.  The District uses registration numbers in the spring to determine how many kindergarten classes will be offered at each building. Please make sure that your child is enrolled as soon as possible to secure a spot at the building assigned to your address.

Contact the Hilliard City Schools Welcome Center at (614) 921-7096 with questions.  For more information, please visit the Hilliard City School District website at www.hilliardschools.org.

Understanding Snow Day Decisions

Winter weather in Central Ohio brings its fair share of challenges, and deciding whether to delay or cancel school is one of the most difficult responsibilities our team faces. We know these decisions impact families, staff, and our entire community, and take this responsibility very seriously.  Click here to read about what goes into making these important decisions.

City of Hilliard MLK Day Event

Honor Dr. King’s legacy and make a difference this MLK Day at the City of Hilliard’s annual Heart for Service Volunteer Fair and Community Luncheon at the Hilliard Community Center on January 20. Connect with local non-profit agencies, create art at the Hilliard Arts Council’s pop-up art table, watch a film, enjoy music, a balloon twister, and much more. Additionally, help launch two new collaborative kindness projects: A Little Bag of Birthday and No Sew Fleece Blankets. All supplies will be provided. Lunch will be available for purchase, served in bowls handmade by Hilliard City School District students. All proceeds will be donated to the Hilliard Food Pantry.

Here is the link to the event page on the city website: https://hilliardohio.gov/events/heart-for-service-volunteer-fair-community-luncheon/

National Veterans Memorial And Museum Events

Here are two upcoming events at the National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) that will provide educational experiences for students and families, specifically on days when Hilliard City Schools’ students are out of school. These events highlight history, service, and community engagement, aligning perfectly with your district’s goals of fostering learning and civic involvement.

Battle of the Bulge: 80 Years Later

Date: Saturday, January 18, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission: $8 per person (Free for children five and under, Veterans, Active-Duty Service Members, and Gold Star Families)

• Step into history and commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge with an immersive experience.

MLK Jr. Day of Service

Date: Monday, January 20, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Admission: $5 per person (Free for children five and under, Veterans, Active-Duty Service Members, and Gold Star Families)

• Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with a day of reflection and community service:

Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,

The holiday break has officially started and everyone here at Bradley High School cannot express how happy we are with the progress our students have made as we reach the halfway point of the year.

When students return in January we will begin our class scheduling meetings to inform and prepare our students for the 2025-2026 school year. Please have conversations with your students about the meetings and the scheduling process so we are all prepared to make the best scheduling choices for the upcoming school year.

As we close the book on the first half of the 2024-2025 school year, let me thank you for your continued support of your children and our staff. Everyday we continue to be thankful for the opportunity we have been given to work with your students everyday.

The office at HBHS will be closed from 12/23/24-1/3/25. Our regular office hours and classes will resume on Monday, January 6.

Enjoy your time off with family and friends! Go Jags!

 

 

ASVAB TEST

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-choice test that helps determine a person’s eligibility and suitability for military service. It’s also used to identify careers that may be a good fit for someone. This is in no way is a commitment to joining the military. Sign up here to take the test on January 29^th.  ASVAB Sign Up

HONORS DIPLOMA

Attention Seniors – there is a NEW process to receive the Honors Diploma this year. Since there are new options/requirements (the “old” requirements are still an option) for the Class of 2025, our district has created an application for the Honors Diploma.

In order to receive the Honors Diploma in May, you must submit an application. It will then be reviewed and your School Counselor will connect with you next semester. Deadline to submit your application is Friday, January 17!

HONORS DIPLOMA APPLICATION

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Local scholarships are being uploaded to Schoolinks frequently.  Please check and begin applying.

TOLLES

Any students interested in applying to attend Tolles for the 2025-2026 school year the priority deadline is January 20, 2025.  Here is the link to apply https://tolles.enrolltrack.com/StudentPortal/#

YEARBOOK

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale! Visit the Jostens Website to order your yearbook!

Senior parents – Order your Senior Shoutout Ad for the yearbook as soon as possible! Senior Portraits should be submitted on the Class of 2025 Canvas page.

 

Kroger Community Rewards:

It is easy to sign up or link your Kroger Plus card to Hilliard Bradley High School PTO!! Go to the Kroger Community Rewards website.  Search for HILLIARD BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL PTO or use the code XS080.

This is a great way for the PTO to earn funds to support our school while Bradley families do their shopping.

PTO Scholarship Fundraiser – Help us increase our Student Scholarships

The Hilliard Bradley High School PTO has proudly awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior each year. To expand our support for deserving students, we aim to provide two $1,000 scholarships in the future. With your donation, we can increase the impact of our student scholarship fund. Please consider contributing today using the QR code below – 100% of your donation will go directly towards these scholarships.

https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1385135

Search @BRADLEYPTO on PayPal

Roosters Fun Card

PTO is happy to announce we are selling reusable Roosters Fun Cards: 10% Off Cards for $10.00. 100% of proceeds will go to the Bradley PTO, thank you Roosters for your kindness in supporting Bradley PTO. Let us know if you are interested and we’ll be sure to get you one. Email us at hilliardbradleypto@gmail.com.

 

ACT and SAT!

• Understanding ACT and SAT – Jan. 15 at 6:30pm at Davidson

College Fair!

• When:  Feb. 2
• Time:  1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Where:  Columbus Convention Center
• Registration:  nacacattend.org/fairs

Summer College Opportunities!

Below is a link of summer opportunities for high school students

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vO68f5464wDnzZv4dxxKIdcC3Sn4T-i9?usp=drive_link

Central Ohio Healthcare Summit – Ohio Expo Center on Thursday, February 20.

This event is for juniors and seniors who are considering a career in Healthcare after graduating from High School, there are opportunities for both college bound, and those looking for an alternative to college. The summit will focus on six areas careers you can begin exploring right after you graduate: Surgical Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician.

You will be able to speak with medical professionals, engage in hands on demonstrations and get career advice from those in the field!

If you are a junior or senior looking to go directly to the workforce after high school, and are interested in attending this event, please complete this form to express interest. Please do so no later than Monday, December 23! SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Skilled Trades

More and more students are asking about jobs in the trades. This video called Intro to the Trades, takes an overhead view of many of the careers in this industry. The full series, which can be found here, takes a deeper dive into many other trades out there, and shadows and interviews those who are Carpenters, Operating Engineers, and Plumbers, just to name a few. A great resource to learn a lot about the Skilled Trades.

Tolles Adult Ed. Classes

If you or your student is looking for other opportunities, don’t forget about Tolles’ Adult Education programs. High School graduates looking to begin a career without attending college, or adults looking to level-up their own career path can take advantage of the opportunities offered at Tolles. They offer programs and training in Firefighting, Welding, Multi-Craft Maintenance, as well as those interested in becoming an EMT or earning their State Tested Nurse Aid (STNA) certification. These programs have fees, but open doors to promising careers!

 

December 20 – End of Grading Period

December 23 – January 3 – Winter Break

January 6 – Students Return to School

January 20 – No School – Martin Luther King Jr Day

February 14 – No School

February 17 – No School – President’s Day

 

Digital Wellness for Families During Winter Break

What’s topping your kids’ holiday wish lists this year? Chances are it has a screen, Internet access, and games. With a little planning — and kids’ assistance — you can balance your family’s tech activities with much-needed face time.  We want to provide families with Digital Wellness tips and strategies to consider during the Winter break. These two weeks are an opportunity to exhibit a healthy balance with device use.

Here are some ideas to try from CommonSense Media.

·Be jolly — but firm. Let your kids know you’ll enforce stricter time limits to create more quality family time. And tell them that the rules will apply to the grown-ups as well.

·Make a list (and check it with your kids). Don’t go cold turkey. Schedule some daily tech time for yourself and your kids. Get their input on which devices they absolutely can’t live without, and allow some limited use.

·Plan a device-free dinner. Put the phones and tablets in a basket, and don’t check ’em til the dishes are done.

·Make setup fun, not frustrating. No matter how easy to use companies make new devices, there’s always some (often frustrating) setup time. Truth be told, kids often figure out thorny tech glitches faster than parents, so involve your kids in the process. Use that time to discuss responsible use of the new device.

·Try some tech togetherness. Unplugging for its own sake isn’t the point. Family time is. Plan a night of video games, movies, or maybe preselected YouTube videos you can enjoy together.

·Combine online- and offline activities. Document your family memories and consider compiling them into journals, cards, and scrapbooks. This is a perfect time to share your own holiday memories with your kids.

·If no creatures are stirring … don’t check your email. Remember, your kids learn their media habits partly from you.

By January 5th, discuss questions with your students related to this activity, such as:

• Did you feel more present with your family?
• What was the most challenging part of the break for you?
• What was the one offline activity we did that you enjoyed the most?
• Can you help our family create a plan to make this a more frequent practice?

Wishing you and your family a wonderful and digitally smart winter break.  The HCSD Technology Department.

2024 Popular Annual Financial Report

We proudly present the Hilliard City School District’s Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. As part of our commitment to transparency, the PAFR is intended to communicate our financial situation in an open and accountable manner. The PAFR offers an easy-to-understand overview of the district’s general operating activities, as well as key financial trends and data. The PAFR is unaudited and is compiled using data taken from the audited information in our Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which will be published in early 2025.

Click here to read the full PAFR.

Senior Center Volunteer Opportunities in our Schools

The Back-to-School Senior Volunteer program pairs volunteers with elementary school students to help improve reading, social, and classroom skills. This program is an organized partnership with the City of Hilliard Social Center and the Hilliard City School District.   Click here to learn more, and please share this opportunity with family members who don’t receive this newsletter.

Central Ohio Healthcare Summit for High School Students

We can take students from each HS to the Central Ohio Healthcare Summit sponsored by the Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio. This will occur at the Ohio Expo Center on Thursday, February 20.  This event is for juniors and seniors considering a career in Healthcare after graduating from High School, and there are opportunities for both college-bound and those looking for an alternative to college. The summit will focus on six areas of careers you can begin exploring right after you graduate: Surgical Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician.

You can speak with medical professionals, engage in hands-on demonstrations, and get career advice from those in the field!  If you are a junior or senior looking to go directly to the workforce after high school and are interested in attending this event, please complete this form to express interest. Please do so no later than Friday, December 20! SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Kindergarten Registration January 13, 2025

Hilliard City School District will begin Kindergarten Registration on January 13, 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.  If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2025, they are eligible to start kindergarten during the 2025-26 school year.

Parents can access the registration website (on or after January 13, 2025) to complete online registration. Once you have completed the registration process and provided all required documentation, you will be given access to schedule your child’s kindergarten screening appointment for August.  Please don’t delay.  The District uses registration numbers in the spring to determine how many kindergarten classes will be offered at each building. Please make sure that your child is enrolled as soon as possible to secure a spot at the building assigned to your address.

Contact the Hilliard City Schools Welcome Center at (614) 921-7096 with questions.  For more information, please visit the Hilliard City School District website at www.hilliardschools.org.

Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,

I would like to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Bradley High School PTO and all the families who contributed to this quarter’s teacher coffee cart. This initiative serves as a wonderful gesture of appreciation for the incredible work our dedicated teachers do every day.

Additionally, I want to thank everyone who attended Winterfest this week. I am continually impressed by the remarkable talent we have here at Bradley, which was beautifully showcased in the theater and during the Art Show on Tuesday and Wednesday.

A special thank you goes out to Mr. Rice, Mrs. Ruppert, Mr. Witt, Ms. Schott, Mrs. Broadhurst, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Owens, Mrs. Ruffing, Mrs. Ufferman, and Mrs. Boiarski for their exceptional leadership and unwavering support for our students.

Next week Bradley High School will be operating on our semester exam schedule Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  Please be sure to check the schedule so you are aware of the changes that will be made to our normal daily procedure.

Addition Testing Information

-Students are not required to be here if they do not have an exam on a particular day.

-Students are not required to be here until their scheduled exam.

-Students are not required to stay after the last exam of the day.  Students will be allowed to leave after the last exam of the day at 11:00am.  If students exit the building after 11:00am, they will not be allowed to re-enter unless approved by the administration.

-Lunch will be provided to all students from 11:00am-12:00pm on exam days.

-Buses will run on our normal schedule.  If students ride the bus in the afternoon, they have a couple of options:

1. From 12:00-2:32pm, they can attend a scheduled review session with their teacher(s)

2. Sit quietly in the commons, where they will be monitored by our study hall staff and hall monitors. Students will not be allowed to enter the academic hallways after 12:00 pm unless they are in a class review session or making up an exam.

Finally, next Friday will be the last official day of school for students before we begin winter break.

Have a great weekend and Go Jags!

 

Winter Break is almost Here

As we head into the final week before winter break, we want to remind families that every school day counts. Important learning and growth are still happening in our classrooms. Students attending school regularly have more opportunities to connect with friends and teachers, strengthen problem-solving skills, and engage in meaningful, hands-on learning. Let’s finish the year strong by encouraging our students to show up, stay engaged, and make the most of every day together!

 

ASVAB TEST

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-choice test that helps determine a person’s eligibility and suitability for military service. It’s also used to identify careers that may be a good fit for someone. This is in no way is a commitment to joining the military. Sign up here to take the test on January 29^th.  ASVAB Sign Up

GIRL’S GOLF FUNDRAISER

Please help support the Girl’s Golf team by purchasing a digital dozen.  A code will be sent to your email.  Redeem the code at any Krispy Kreme donut shop. Use the link below.  The fundraiser runs now through December 31, 2024.  The codes are good indefinitely.

Order Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens Supporting Bradley Girls Golf Team!

HIGH SCHOOL SEMESTER ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE

Semester exams will be held from Tuesday, December 17^th through Friday, December 20^th.  Click here to view the full schedule.

HONORS DIPLOMA

Attention Seniors – there is a NEW process to receive the Honors Diploma this year. Since there are new options/requirements (the “old” requirements are still an option) for the Class of 2025, our district has created an application for the Honors Diploma.

In order to receive the Honors Diploma in May, you must submit an application. It will then be reviewed and your School Counselor will connect with you next semester. Deadline to submit your application is Friday, January 17!

HONORS DIPLOMA APPLICATION

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Local scholarships are being uploaded to Schoolinks frequently.  Please check and beginning applying.

SKI CLUB

Signups for Ski and Board are now closed. Looking for some fun winter swag? Bradley’s shop is open!  Bradley Ski Club Winter Swag

YEARBOOK

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale! Visit the Jostens Website to order your yearbook!

Senior parents – Order your Senior Shoutout Ad for the yearbook as soon as possible! Senior Portraits should be submitted on the Class of 2025 Canvas page.

 

Kroger Community Rewards:

It is easy to sign up or link your Kroger Plus card to Hilliard Bradley High School PTO!! Go to the Kroger Community Rewards website.  Search for HILLIARD BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL PTO or use the code XS080.

This is a great way for the PTO to earn funds to support our school while Bradley families do their shopping.

PTO Scholarship Fundraiser – Help us increase our Student Scholarships

The Hilliard Bradley High School PTO has proudly awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior each year. To expand our support for deserving students, we aim to provide two $1,000 scholarships in the future. With your donation, we can increase the impact of our student scholarship fund. Please consider contributing today using the QR code below – 100% of your donation will go directly towards these scholarships.

https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1385135

Search @BRADLEYPTO on PayPal

Roosters Fun Card

PTO is happy to announce we are selling reusable Roosters Fun Cards: 10% Off Cards for $10.00. 100% of proceeds will go to the Bradley PTO, thank you Roosters for your kindness in supporting Bradley PTO. Let us know if you are interested and we’ll be sure to get you one. Email us at hilliardbradleypto@gmail.com.

 

Upcoming Events!

• Understanding ACT and SAT – Jan. 15 at 6:30pm at Davidson

College Fair!

• When:  Feb. 2
• Time:  1:00pm – 4:00pm
• Where:  Columbus Convention Center
• Registration:  nacacattend.org/fairs

Summer College Opportunities!

Below is a link of summer opportunities for high school students

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vO68f5464wDnzZv4dxxKIdcC3Sn4T-i9?usp=drive_link

Central Ohio Healthcare Summit – Ohio Expo Center on Thursday, February 20.

This event is for juniors and seniors who are considering a career in Healthcare after graduating from High School, there are opportunities for both college bound, and those looking for an alternative to college. The summit will focus on six areas careers you can begin exploring right after you graduate: Surgical Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician.

You will be able to speak with medical professionals, engage in hands on demonstrations and get career advice from those in the field!

If you are a junior or senior looking to go directly to the workforce after high school, and are interested in attending this event, please complete this form to express interest. Please do so no later than Monday, December 23! SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Skilled Trades

More and more students are asking about jobs in the trades. This video called Intro to the Trades, takes an overhead view of many of the careers in this industry. The full series, which can be found here, takes a deeper dive into many other trades out there, and shadows and interviews those who are Carpenters, Operating Engineers, and Plumbers, just to name a few. A great resource to learn a lot about the Skilled Trades.

Tolles Adult Ed. Classes

If you or your student is looking for other opportunities, don’t forget about Tolles’ Adult Education programs. High School graduates looking to begin a career without attending college, or adults looking to level-up their own career path can take advantage of the opportunities offered at Tolles. They offer programs and training in Firefighting, Welding, Multi-Craft Maintenance, as well as those interested in becoming an EMT or earning their State Tested Nurse Aid (STNA) certification. These programs have fees, but open doors to promising careers!

 

Bradley Theater Presents….

Mark your calendar for our remaining shows of the season!

“Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood”

Friday January 31 at 2 pm

Saturday February 1 at 2 pm & 7 pm

“Into the Woods” (our spring musical) –

Friday May 2 at 7 pm

Saturday May 3 at 2 pm & 7 pm

Info and tickets at:
https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/org/hilliard-bradley-theater

Want to know more about Bradley’s theater program?  Is your student interested in acting or the technical and behind-the-scenes aspects of theater?  Are you interested in volunteer opportunities to support our theater program or help out with our shows?

If you answered “yes” or “maybe” to any of those questions, we’d love to hear from you!  Visit the Hilliard Bradley Theater Boosters page or email us atBradleyTheater@gmail.com.

Also, our theater boosters are looking for officers and other volunteers for next year.  All of our current officers have graduating seniors and will not be returning next year.  We’d love to have interested individuals meet with us now and even shadow us to learn more about what we do.  Email us atBradleyTheater@gmail.com if you would like more information.

Follow our socials!

Facebook & Instagram – @BradleyTheater

 

December 17 – 20 – Semester Assessments

December 20 – End of Grading Period

December 23 – January 3 – Winter Break

January 6 – Students Return to School

January 20 – No School – Martin Luther King Jr Day

January 29 – ASVAB

February 14 – No School

February 17 – No School – President’s Day

Back-to-School Seniors Volunteer Opportunities in our Schools

The Back-to-School Senior Volunteer program pairs volunteers with elementary school students to help improve reading, social, and classroom skills. This program is an organized partnership with the City of Hilliard Senior Center and the Hilliard City School District.   Click here to learn more, and please share this opportunity with family who don’t receive this newsletter.

Central Ohio Healthcare Summit for High School Students

We have the opportunity to take students from each High School to the Central Ohio Healthcare Summit sponsored by the Healthcare Career Collaborative of Central Ohio. This will take place at the Ohio Expo Center on Thursday, February 20.  This event is for juniors and seniors who are considering a career in Healthcare after graduating from High School, and there are opportunities for both college bound, and those looking for an alternative to college. The summit will focus on six areas of careers you can begin exploring right after you graduate: Surgical Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Nurse, Medical Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician.  You will be able to speak with medical professionals, engage in hands on demonstrations and get career advice from those in the field!

If you are a junior or senior looking to go directly to the workforce after high school and are interested in attending this event, please complete this form to express interest. Please do so no later than Friday, December 20! SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Kindergarten Registration Coming Soon

Hilliard City School District will begin Kindergarten Registration on January 13, 2025, for the 2025-26 school year.  If your child will be five years of age on or before September 30, 2025, they are eligible to start kindergarten during the 2025-26 school year.

Parents can access the registration website (on or after January 13, 2025) to complete online registration. Once you have completed the registration process and provided all required documentation, you will be given access to schedule your child’s kindergarten screening appointment for August.  Please don’t delay.  The District uses registration numbers in the spring to determine how many kindergarten classes will be offered at each building. Please make sure that your child is enrolled as soon as possible to secure a spot at the building assigned to your address.

Contact the Hilliard City Schools Welcome Center at (614) 921-7096 with questions.  For more information, please visit the Hilliard City School District website at www.hilliardschools.org.

Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,

The students have done a great job refocusing on their school work as they prepare for semester exams in two weeks. Next week is our final regularly scheduled five-day week before winter break. During the week of December 16th, we will administer semester exams on Tuesday, December 17th, Wednesday, December 18th, Thursday, December 19th and Friday, December 20th.  Please discuss the upcoming schedule with your students as we approach midterm exams. Click Here

We would also like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Senior Gracyn Starrett, who has been crowned this year’s Hilliard Idol.  Gracyn competed against 70 Hilliard School students who auditioned and performed in the competition.

Additionally, I would like to invite you to our annual Winter Fest, taking place on Tuesday, December 10th, and Wednesday, December 11th, at 7:00 PM in the performing arts center. On Wednesday evening, the Bradley High School Art Department will showcase its winter art show and hold a Ceramics Sale from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Bradley Art Hallway. We hope you will join us in supporting the incredible talents of our choir, band, orchestra, and art students as they present this wonderful event.

Have a Great Weekend, and Go Jags.

Attendance

We know that life can get busy, and occasional absences happen. We appreciate your continued support in keeping your child on track.  Having open conversations with your high school student about the importance of regular attendance and staying engaged with their studies can make a big difference.  We’re here to support both you and your child to ensure they continue to thrive.

 

GIRL’S GOLF FUNDRAISER

Please help support the Girl’s Golf team by purchasing a digital dozen.  A code will be sent to your email.  Redeem the code at any Krispy Kreme donut shop. Use the link below.  The fundraiser runs now through December 31, 2024.  The codes are good indefinitely.

Order Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens Supporting Bradley Girls Golf Team!

SENIORS – Local Scholarships

Local scholarships are being uploaded to Schoolinks frequently.  Please check and beginning applying.

SKI CLUB

Signups for Ski and Board are now closed. Looking for some fun winter swag? Bradley’s shop is open!  Bradley Ski Club Winter Swag

BRADLEY YEARBOOK

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale! Visit the Jostens Website to order your yearbook!

Senior parents – Order your Senior Shoutout Ad for the yearbook as soon as possible!

Senior Portraits should be submitted on the Class of 2025 Canvas page.

 

Winterfest

Hilliard Bradley Performing Arts will perform Winterfest on Tuesday, December 10th, and Wednesday, December 11th, at 7:00 PM in the Performing Arts Center. We would love for you to join us for our annual holiday celebration featuring every performing arts ensemble – all of Bradley’s bands, orchestras, and choirs are excited to celebrate the season.

On Wednesday evening, December 11^th, the Bradley High School Art Department will showcase its Winter Art Show and Art Sale from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Bradley Art Hallway.

We hope you will come and support the efforts of these amazing and talented student performers and artists.

 

Roosters Fun Card

PTO is happy to announce we are selling reusable Roosters Fun Cards: 10% Off Cards for $10.00. 100% of proceeds will go to the Bradley PTO, thank you Roosters for your kindness in supporting Bradley PTO. Let us know if you are interested and we’ll be sure to get you one. Email us at hilliardbradleypto@gmail.com

 

In order for athletes to participate, all of the following must take place. 

**Physicals must be updated prior to participation.  Upload two forms from the physical — Physical Exam Form and Medical Eligibility Form — to the parent’s Final Forms account (paper physicals will not be accepted).

**Both athlete and a parent/guardian must sign all forms in Final Forms.

**Participation Fees may be paid beginning November 1 and must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account.  All athletes, including free lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus.  Free lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying $0 payment.  Fees must be paid prior to the first competition.

ATHLETES MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPETITIVE SEASON UNTIL ALL OF THE ABOVE IS COMPLETED.

 

December 10 & 11 – Winterfest 7pm

December 11 – Winter Art Show & Sale 6pm – 8pm

December 20 – End of Grading Period

December 23 – January 3 – Winter Break

January 6 – Students Return to School

January 20 – No School – Martin Luther King Jr Day

February 14 – No School

February 17 – No School – President’s Day

Key Takeaways from the Five-Year Forecast

Ohio law requires every school district to update its five-year financial forecast twice a year: once by November 30 and again by May 31. These forecasts provide a snapshot of our district’s financial health and help us plan for the future. Click here for an easy-to-understand overview of the key points from our latest update.

Winter Weather Precautions

As the colder temperatures return, we want to ensure the safety and well-being of our students during their commute to school. When colder weather impacts road conditions, there may be transportation delays. Please check your emails or phone messages in the morning for any updates regarding transportation delays. This will help ensure your child is not waiting at the bus stop for an extended period in the cold.

If your child needs winter gear, such as coats, hats, gloves, or scarves, please reach out to your student’s teacher, counselor, or principal. We have donated winter clothing and can provide the necessary gear to ensure your child stays warm and comfortable.

Stay warm and safe!

Embrace, Empower, Inspire Award Winners

Congratulations to this month’s Embrace, Empower & Inspire Award winners, Chris Robinson (Innovation & Discovery Assistant at Darby Creek) and Cathie Maple (Social Studies Teacher at Tharp). Click here to read more about how these two staff members go above and beyond for our students daily. You can also nominate a staff member who should be recognized for their exceptional work.

Hollyfest This Weekend

Gather up all of your Christmas shopping buddies and make plans to attend the 41st annual Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show on December 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Davidson High School. The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to bring this premiere event to the community. There is something for everyone at this event. Click here for more information.

Important Dates

December 9 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm at Tharp

December 23 – Winter Break Begins

January 6 – Winter Break Ends, Students Return to School

January 20 – No School

February 14 – No School

February 17 – No School

March 31- April 4 – No School, Spring Break

April 18 – No School

May 6 – No School

May 21 – Bradley High School Graduation

May 22 – Davidson High School Graduation

May 23 – Darby High School Graduation

May 26 – No School, Memorial Day

May 30 – Last Day of School for Students

Good Afternoon Jag Families,

This was another great week at Bradley High School. It was great seeing everyone at the fall band concert last night.

 

Hilliard Idol Finals will take place this Saturday, November 23rd at 7 pm in the Bradley Performing Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased on Local Level Events (HERE). This year’s finalists represent ten different schools including: Addison Ditello (Bradley), Gracyn Starrett (Bradley), Breck Grubbs (Bradley), Ethan Kaufman (Bradley), Sophie Abate (Bradley), Alexis Chamberlain (Darby), Genevieve Kirtland (Davidson), Callene Laslo (Bradley), Tyler Seymour (Bradley), Delilah Klochak (Darby), Quinn Mazon (Bradley).

Finally, just a reminder that the school will be closed from November 27-29 for Thanksgiving Break. I hope everyone has a great few days with friends and family.  Go Jags!!!

 

 

Girl’s Golf Fundraiser

Please help support the Girl’s Golf team by purchasing a digital dozen.  A code will be sent to your email.  Redeem the code at any Krispy Kreme donut shop. Use the link below.  The fundraiser runs now through December 31, 2024.  The codes are good indefinitely.

Order Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens Supporting Bradley Girls Golf Team!

Bradley Ski and Board – 8 Spots Remain

Bradley Ski & Board Information  There are only 8 spots remaining for Bradley’s Ski & Board Club. Register in My Payments Plus.

Bradley Yearbook

Visit the Jostens Website to order your yearbook!

Senior parents – you can also use this link to purchase a senior shout out ad!

 

Hilliard Idol 2024

This weekend is Hilliard Idol 2024! The top 21 finalists out of the 70 Hilliard Schools students who auditioned will perform LIVE Saturday night here at Bradley. We have many Memorial and Bradley students in the Finals and would love if you would cheer them on this weekend!

MMS – Charlotte Brill, Lilly Osborne, and Carmella Piunno

Bradley – Sophie Abate, Addie Ditello, Breck Grubbs, Ethan Kaufman, Callene Laslo, Quinn Mazon, Tyler Seymour, and Gracyn Starrett.

Also, last years Senior Division winner Addi Creeger – Tom will be performing!

Tickets can be purchased here -> https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/36234

 

Kroger Community Rewards:

It is easy to sign up or link your Kroger Plus card to Hilliard Bradley High School PTO!! Go to the Kroger Community Rewards website.  Search for HILLIARD BRADLEY HIGH SCHOOL PTO or use the code XS080.

This is a great way for the PTO to earn funds to support our school while Bradley families do their shopping.

PTO Scholarship Fundraiser – Help us increase our Student Scholarships

The Hilliard Bradley High School PTO has proudly awarded a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior each year. To expand our support for deserving students, we aim to provide two $1,000 scholarships in the future. With your donation, we can increase the impact of our student scholarship fund. Please consider contributing today using the QR code below – 100% of your donation will go directly towards these scholarships.

https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1385135

Search @BRADLEYPTO on PayPal

 

College Credit Plus Information meeting!

December 3 at Darby at 6:30pm

11th Grade College Planning Video! 

 

In order for athletes to participate, all of the following must take place. 

**Physicals must be updated prior to participation.  Upload two forms from the physical — Physical Exam Form and Medical Eligibility Form — to the parent’s Final Forms account (paper physicals will not be accepted).

**Both athlete and a parent/guardian must sign all forms in Final Forms.

**Participation Fees may be paid beginning November 1 and must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account.  All athletes, including free lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus.  Free lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying $0 payment.  Fees must be paid prior to the first competition.

ATHLETES MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPETITIVE SEASON UNTIL ALL OF THE ABOVE IS COMPLETED.

 

November 27-29 – No School – Thanksgiving Break

December 20 – End of Grading Period

December 23 – January 3 – Winter Break

January 6 – Students Return to School

January 20 – No School – Martin Luther King Jr Day

February 14 – No School

February 17 – No School – President’s Day

 

 

Holiday Fine Arts Performances

This time of year, our students are hard at work putting on choir and band concerts and many other community events.  We encourage you to look on our Fine Arts Web page calendars to find an event you and your family would like to attend.  There is something for everyone.  Click here for the Fine Arts page and calendar links to each school.

Cram the Cruiser Donations

Residents are invited to help Hilliard school children bundle up this winter by donating to the City of Hilliard’s sixth annual Cram the Cruiser event.  The event is a coordinated effort to collect new winter items, such as coats, gloves, hats, snow boots, socks, hooded sweatshirts, and pants for elementary-aged children to “cram” a cruiser full.

Donors may use the collection boxes at the Hilliard Community Center, 3800 Veterans Memorial Drive; Safety Services Building, 5171 Northwest Parkway; or Hilliard Municipal Building, 3800 Municipal Way.  Drop-off is encouraged between 8 am and 5 pm on weekdays, but the boxes at the Division of Police and Community Center will be available after hours. Items will be collected at the boxes through Dec. 1.

Donations also can be dropped off at the Hilliard Tree Lighting, slated for 4 to 6:30 pm December 1 in Downtown Hilliard. A cruiser will be located near First Responders Park.

Hollyfest Returns

Gather up all of your Christmas shopping buddies and make plans to attend the 41st annual Hollyfest Arts & Crafts Show on December 7 from 9 am to 3 pm at Davidson High School. The Hilliard Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to bring this premiere event to the community. There is something for everyone at this event, click here for more information.

Important Dates

November 25 – Board of Education Work Session, 6:30 pm at Central Office

November 27- 29 – No School

December 9 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm at Tharp

December 23 – Winter Break Begins

January 6 – Winter Break Ends, Students Return to School

January 20 – No School

February 14 –  No School

February 17 – No School

March 31- April 4 – No School, Spring Break

April 18 – No School

May 6 – No School

May 21 – Bradley High School Graduation

May 22 – Davidson High School Graduation

May 23 – Darby High School Graduation

May 26 – No School, Memorial Day

May 30 – Last Day of School for Students