Category: Bradley Connections

Good Afternoon Jaguar Parents,

Our first week back from break went well. Freshman, Sophomore and Junior scheduling meetings will begin at the beginning of February. Please talk to your students about their class choices to make sure they are making the best decisions when scheduling their classes. As we begin to build Bradley’s schedule for the 2023-2024 school year, it is important that our students make informed scheduling decisions.

Grade cards will be available January 10th. Please review your child’s grades and discuss strengths and areas of improvement in order 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 a good time to re-emphasize your expectations for your child for the remainder of the school year.

Finally, congratulations to Tiffany Thomas who was named the OCTELA Outstanding Language Arts Educator in the high school category. We are lucky to have Ms. Thomas as a member of our staff and we look forward to her continued success.

Have a great weekend and Go Jags!!!

Parents of Seniors:  Please have your senior complete the Intent to Participate form for Graduation.

Intent to Participate (Schottenstein Center Ceremony)

Also, don’t forget to order your cap and gown. 

There are 2 easy ordering options:

1. ONLINE: WWW.JOSTENS.COM
2. PHONE:  1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367)

Hello Bradley families! Did you know that PTO offers a $1000 scholarship to a graduating senior?  Did you know we also support families in need as well as have a hardship budget for times when teachers need special items. In the past, we have helped a class cook a Thanksgiving dinner to enjoy together.  We have also supported students who need one class to graduate through the Keystone credit program.  We provided cookies for the Celebration of Excellence and for each Senior in the spring!!  However, we are struggling to fundraise the needed money to keep these things going!  There are 2 simple things you can do to help…and it costs you nothing!

First you can link your Kroger Plus card to the Hilliard Bradley PTO. Second if you shop using Amazon, you can link your account through the Amazon Smiles Rewards Program.  Go to the bottom of the PTO website for directions.  These are two simple ways to help us get the funds we need to continue to support these (and other) needs in our Bradley community!

We will be selling spirit t-shirts at some of the home basketball games.  We have an order form ready so pre-orders can be made.

Lastly, our next meeting is January 17, at 5pm.  We hope to see some of you there!  Thank you for your support!  Brooke Germaine

Bradley High School is in the process of applying for our Purple Star School designation from the Ohio Department of Education. The Purple Star Award recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. Schools that earn the award will receive a special Purple Star recognition to display on site to signify our continued commitment to recognition, fund raising and student support services for those families and students who serve or have served our country.

It is IMPORTANT that we capture you or your student’s (both past and present) military branch for future events and recognition.  As a part of these efforts, we have created a Military Resources webpage, a space for our military families to find resources. We invite you to visit the webpage and take a look around. Please fill out the form at the top of the page if you have any military experience you’d like us to recognize.

https://www.hilliardschools.org/hbr/military-family-resources/

January 9 – Board Organizational and Regular Meetings, 6:30 pm Bradley HS

January 16 – No School

February 17 – No School

February 20 – No School

Happy Holidays Bradley families,

Thank you for your continued support this school year!

Bradley High School is in the process of applying for our Purple Star School designation from the Ohio Department of Education. The Purple Star Award recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military. Schools that earn the award will receive a special Purple Star recognition to display on site to signify our continued commitment to recognition, fundraising and student support services for those families and students who serve or have served our country.

It is IMPORTANT that we capture you or your student’s (both past and present) military branch for future events and recognition.  As a part of these efforts, we have created a Military Resources webpage, a space for our military families to find resources. We invite you to visit the webpage and take a look around. Please fill out the form at the top of the page if you have any military experience you’d like us to recognize.

https://www.hilliardschools.org/hbr/military-family-resources/

Red Robin is giving back 20% of Dine-in and To-Go sales for Bradley PTO Spirit Night on December 21, from 5-9pm. Join us in person at 1865 Hilliard Rome Rd. and mention Bradley PTO. Or order online at order.redrobin.com, select the Hilliard Rome Rd location, add Bradley PTO to your cart, and order away. We will be at the basketball game on December 22, selling Jag spirit wear t-shirts!  We accept PayPal, cash, and checks!

Have a great break!  We look forward to seeing you all in the New Year!

Attention Seniors:

Seniors, plan when/where/how you are going to take your senior photos now! Go to the Bradley Yearbook website for a list of requirements and details about submission.

Don’t forget to order your cap and gown for graduation. 

There are 2 EASY ORDERING OPTIONS:

1. ONLINE: WWW.JOSTENS.COM
2. PHONE:  1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367)

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 must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account (check or cash will not be accepted).  All athletes, including free or reduced lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus.  Free or reduced lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying half (reduced lunch) or $0 (free lunch) 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 19 – January 2 – No School, Students Return January 3, 2023

January 9 – Board of Education Organizational and Regular Meetings, 6:30 pm at Bradley HS

January 16 – No School

February 17 – No School

February 20 – No School

Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,

Next week Bradley High School will be operating on our semester exam schedule on 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.

Notes: 

-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 12:00pm unless they are in a class review session or making up an exam.

Tuesday, December 13th and Wednesday, December 14th beginning at 7:00pm, Bradley High School will be hosting its annual Winter Fest in the Performing Arts Center. During Tuesday night’s event, the Bradley High School Art Department will also be hosting its Winter Art Show and Ceramics Sale from 6-8pm in the Bradley Art Hallway.

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!

Attention Seniors:

Plan when/where/how you are going to take your senior photos now!

Go to the Bradley Yearbook website for a list of requirements and details about submission.

Don’t forget to order your cap and gown for graduation. 

There are 2 EASY ORDERING OPTIONS:

1. ONLINE: WWW.JOSTENS.COM
2. PHONE:  1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367)

Hello Jaguar Families!  There are still a few spots left for the Coffee Cart on December 14.  Items need to be at Bradley by Monday, December 12.  Please use the sign up below to help donate!  It was a great success last time thanks to all your wonderful help!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A4AA29A7F85-hilliard1

Please use the link to help PTO raise the funds needed to provide for our Senior Scholarship and to support staff, students, and families: https://www.hilliardschools.org/hbr/pto/

Lastly, our next PTO meeting has been moved to Monday, December 12 at 5pm in the conference room behind the front office.  We hope to see you there!

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 must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account (check or cash will not be accepted).  All athletes, including free or reduced lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus.  Free or reduced lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying half (reduced lunch) or $0 (free lunch) 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 12 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm at Hoffman Trails Elementary

December 13 – Winter Art Show and Ceramic Sale – Bradley Art Hallway – 6-8 pm

December 13 & 14 – Winter Fest – Performing Art Center – 7 pm

December 13 – 16 – Midterm Exams

December 19 – January 2 – No School, Students Return January 3, 2023

Good Afternoon 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. The week of December 12th we will be administering semester exams on Tuesday, December 13th through Friday, December 16th.  As we approach midterm exams, please have a discussion with your students about the upcoming exam schedule.  Exam Schedule

Beginning tonight, Hilliard Bradley Theater presents Treasure Island. Please come support our program and the wonderful students who have worked so hard on this production. Treasure Island runs from December 2nd through December 4th. Performances on Friday and Saturday are at 7pm, and Sunday’s performance is at 2pm. Tickets can be purchased through Local Level. The link is on our website at www.bradleytheater.com

On Tuesday, December 13th and Wednesday, December 14th beginning at 7:00pm, Bradley High School will be hosting its annual Winter Fest in the Performing Arts Center. During Tuesday night’s event, the Bradley High School Art Department will also be hosting its Winter Art Show and Ceramics Sale from 6-8pm in the Bradley Art Hallway. Please come out and support the amazing work our Choir, Band, Orchestra and Art students have done to put on this event. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Have a Great Weekend and Go Jags!

 

Attention Seniors:

Plan when/where/how you are going to take your senior photos now! Go to the Bradley Yearbook website for a list of requirements and details about submission. The deadline to submit your senior photo to the yearbook is Friday, December 9th, 2022.

Don’t forget to order your cap and gown for graduation. 

There are 2 EASY ORDERING OPTIONS:

1. ONLINE: WWW.JOSTENS.COM
2. PHONE:  1-800-JOSTENS (567-8367)

Hello Jaguar Families!  PTO is excited to provide another Coffee Cart for our Bradley staff on December 14.  Items need to be at Bradley by Monday, December 12.  Please use the sign up below to help donate!  It was a great success last time thanks for all your wonderful help!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45A4AA29A7F85-hilliard1

Please consider helping PTO raise the funds needed to provide for our Senior Scholarship and to support staff, students, and families!  There are 2 simple ways that you can help that cost you nothing: Amazon Smiles and Kroger Community Rewards.  Please go to our webpage (scroll down) for more details on how to sign up: https://www.hilliardschools.org/hbr/pto/

Thank you for your support!  Have a wonderful weekend!

 

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 must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account (check or cash will not be accepted).  All athletes, including free or reduced lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus.  Free or reduced lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying half (reduced lunch) or $0 (free lunch) 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.

Hilliard Bradley Theater Presents

Ken Ludwig’s Treasure Island

It is opening night of Hilliard Bradley’s production of Ken Ludwig’s Treasure Island! Students have worked hard over the past 2 months to bring this classic story to life! Tickets for all three shows are still available! Click the link below to purchase them! Hope to see you there!

Local Level Events – Hilliard Bradley Theater Presents- Treasure Island

 

December 2 – 4 – Theater Production of Treasure Island

December 12 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm at Hoffman Trails Elementary

December 13 – Winter Art Show and Ceramic Sale 6-8 pm

December 13 & 14 – Winter Fest 7 pm

December 13 – 16 – Midterm Exams

December 19 – January 2 – No School, Students Return January 3, 2023

Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,

This was another great week at Bradley High School. Next Tuesday, November 22nd our sophomore students will be visiting the Tolles Career and Technical Center from 12:30pm-2:00pm. During their visit our sophomore students will have the opportunity to explore the many career pathways that Tolles has to offer.

Congratulations to our very own Reem Kadimi-Skalli!  Reem was chosen to be on the National High School Ethics Bowl Student Advisory Council. See the article below in the District News.

Hilliard Idol Finals will take place this Saturday, November 19^th at 7pm in the Bradley Performing Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased on Local Level Events (HERE) or by going to bradleychoir.com/hilliardidol. This year’s finalists represent ten different schools including: Washington, Darby Creek, Tharp, Station, Memorial, Heritage, Weaver, Davidson, Tolles, and Bradley. Hilliard Idol Finals will also feature performances from the 2021 winners Delilah Klochak (Heritage) and Piper Brill (Bradley) and all of Jaguar A Cappella! Finalists from Bradley are Sabriye Bayati, Annabelle Brock, Micah Gallebo, James Goodwin, Jared Morisue – Lesser, Jay Phillips, MaKenna Sandy, Gracyn Starrett, and Skylar Zakrzewski.

The weekend of December 2nd-4th, Hilliard Bradley Theater presents Treasure Island! Please come support our program and the wonderful students who have worked so hard on this production. Treasure Island runs from December 2nd through December 4th. Performances on Friday and Saturday are at 7pm, and Sunday’s performance is at 2pm. Tickets can be purchased through Local Level. The link is on our website at www.bradleytheater.com

Finally, just a reminder that the school will be closed from November 23rd-25th for Thanksgiving Break. I hope everyone has a great few days with friends and family.  Go Jags!!!

Seniors, Plan when/where/how you are going to take your senior photos now!

Go to the Bradley Yearbook website for a list of requirements and details about submission. The deadline to submit your senior photo to the yearbook is Friday, December 9th, 2022.

Hilliard Bradley Theater is very excited to present Ken Ludwig’s Treasure Island, an exciting re-telling of the classic novel by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Join us December 2nd, 3rd, and 4th for this exciting and entertaining show filled with swashbuckling and pirates! You can buy your tickets here: Treasure Island Tickets.  Hope to see you there!

Bradley’s Ski and Board Club Sign-ups are LIVE in My Payments Plus. Note: My Payments Plus sign up will close on December 1^st.

*Davidson and Darby Ski Clubs are Full

*Bradley’s Thursday bus to Mad River has a few remaining spots! Don’t miss out!

*The Hilliard High School trip to Holiday Valley in NY IS FULL. Email Becky_Waller@hboe.org to get on the waitlist.

Club Info: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13fAMJjZKS11dFVlaUumBbARX86d2BayO/edit

November 23, 24, and 25 – No School

December 12 – Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm at Hoffman Trails Elementary

December 19- January 2 – No School, Students Return January 3, 2023

Bradley Student Honored by National Ethics Bowl

Bradley High School junior Reem Kadimi-Skalli, was chosen to be on the National High School Ethics Bowl Student Advisory Council. Reem is a second-year Ethics Bowl participant.  She is one of four students who sit on the council, bringing student experience to the very center of their programming and governance.   Click here to read more about this accomplishment.

Contractors Association Panel for Students and Families

In cooperation with the Ohio Contractors Association, Hilliard City Schools is hosting a panel discussion on the amazing opportunities within the Skilled Trades. We cordially invite junior and senior students and parents to learn more. This event will be held Tuesday, Nov. 22, at Darby High School, from 6:30-8:00 pm.

Portrait of a Learner Input

As you may be aware, our district is working on a strategic planning process with our community.  To date, the Community Design Team, made up of almost 300 people, has met twice to dig into this work.  This process is designed to be highly collaborative to ensure all stakeholders—staff, parents, families, students, business, and community leaders—are given opportunities to share their ideas and feedback on our district’s future direction.

At this stage, we want to engage the larger community as well.  You can read more about the Portrait of a Learner by clicking here for our web page.  We are asking for your input on the key competencies you feel are essential for our students.  You can view a list of potential competencies by clicking here, and you can add your own standards as well.  Please click this link to submit your feedback.  We will also ask our secondary students to give feedback on what is important to them.

Hilliard Education Foundation Save the Date

The Hilliard Education Foundation is thrilled to announce that we will once again host a fantastic Denim and Diamonds event in 2023!  This casual and fun event helps fund innovative learning opportunities for Hilliard City Schools students and sold out in 2022.

Be sure to save the date for March 3, 2023, at Heritage Golf Club in Hilliard.

Spaghetti Dinner to Support Weekend Food for Hilliard Students

Feeding Hilliard Students is the signature project of the Hilliard Kiwanis Club. Each week volunteers pack five hundred plastic bags with non-perishable single-serving food items for distribution through our local elementary schools. These bags are delivered to the schools on the last day of school each week. The schools identify the students in need of these bags and distribute them to those students.

To support this program, you are invited to attend a Kiwanis Club-hosted spaghetti dinner on Saturday, November 19, at the Hilliard Senior Center from 4 pm to 7:30 pm.

Good Tidings Christmas Help

Every year Festa and Cornerstone Christian Fellowship partner with the community to provide an affordable shopping experience for families with a limited income.  The Good Tidings Christmas Store allows families to purchase a variety of new items at very affordable prices in a respect-filled manner.  This year’s store dates are Monday, December 5 – Friday, December 9.

Shopper registration for the Good Tidings Christmas Store is now open.  Registration is online this year using this link: https://forms.gle/nE3BXsxqAFpqjQwK7

They are also collecting new toys and gift donations for Good Tidings. You can read moreon their webpage.