Category: Bradley Connections

Good Afternoon Jaguar Parents,

Please join us this evening for our Military Recognition basketball games against Upper Arlington High School. The Lady Jags begin at 6:00 pm and the Boys begin at 7:30.

Next week The Hilliard Bradley Theater will present “Marian, or The True Tale of Robin Hood.” The performances will take place from January 31st to February 1st, with Friday’s show starting at 7 PM and Saturday’s shows at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets can be purchased via Local Level, and the link is available on our website atwww.bradleytheater.com

As we get closer to the scheduling window for the 2025-2026 school year, please make sure to view our program of studies located on the Hilliard Bradley homepageunder the school counselor tab.

Finally, we will hold virtual and in-person parent-teacher conferences on Wednesday, February 12th from 2:45 pm to 7:00 pm. The signup window will open at noon on Friday, January 31st. Please do not hesitate to contact either your student’s teacher or me with any immediate questions or concerns.

Have a Great Weekend and Go, Jags!

 

We encourage you to partner with us in ensuring that your child attends school regularly. Together, we can create an environment where learning is a priority and every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

 

A message from the Innovation Campus

Hello, families!  As we begin the scheduling season, we are excited to share with you some information about the Innovation Campus. We are excited to offer classes that complement the wonderful things going on at the home buildings and look forward to helping your student schedule for next year. Please take a moment to review this middle school slideshow or this high school slideshow with specifics about our course offerings and check out this link to view videos created by our staff members to give you a glimpse into their class.

Whether curious about future learning on the Campus, or a current or past student at the ILC or HUB, please join us for an Open House on February 20th from 6:00-7:00. Staff will be on hand to share our spaces and discuss our courses.

We look forward to seeing you at the Innovation Campus during the 2025/2026 school year!

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

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

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

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

SELECTIVE SERVICE

It is federal law that all 18-year-old males register with the selective service.  Go to:  sss.gov to register.  Note: CCP students who are 18 years old will need to send their Selective Service Number to the college they are taking classes with otherwise they will charge the student “out of state” fees for those classes.  If the university is asking for your Selective Service Number, you must send it to them.

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.

Seniors – Graduation Cap & Gown

The bad news is time flies! The good news is there is still time to order for graduation.  Seniors and Parents, if you have already ordered your cap, gown, & tassel unit for graduation, we thank you for your prompt action.  If you still need graduation party accessories like, custom school announcements, senior photo party cards (similar to shutterfly) or any senior apparel gifts for your graduate please click below to place a new order with Jostens.

Do you still need to order your cap, gown & tassel unit for graduation?  Don’t panic, you still have time to catch up with the group order. Click the link below to complete your purchase by January 31^st to catch up with your classmates.  Package ordering and a la carte ordering is available with the link below.  For a la carte ordering, click the link, then scroll down on Jostens website to locate individual items including the cap, gown & tassel unit.

*Attention Tolles Seniors* – All tolles seniors should place their cap & gown order under Hilliard Bradley High School with the link below.  Tolles seniors will wear their Hilliard Bradley cap, gown, & tassel unit at tolles ceremony.

CLICK HERE

 

Purple Star Military Appreciation Night – Tonight

Join us tonight for our Purple Star Military Appreciation Night at Hilliard Bradley HS for the boys and girls basketball games 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.

 

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. SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Interested in a career in the Trades/Construction?

Elford Construction has offered to host a tour of their new Hilliard project to interested students! We have the opportunity to take about 30 students to the new Norwich Township Firehouse being built on Alton Darby Road. We will tour the facility and speak with some of the skilled men and women involved in it’s construction.

This tour is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29, so sign up asap if interested. (if the date changes, we will let you know as soon as we can).

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!

 

 

Hilliard Bradley Boosters

Please join us at our next meeting on February 10^th at 7pm in the Aux. Commons.

Are you looking to help support Bradley Boosters?  Sign up to volunteer at our concessions.

https://m.signupgenius.com/?#!/showSignUp/10C094EA5AE2AA6FFC52-50456546-20242025

 

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

Ready for a Robin Hood story that’s anything but ordinary?

In this thrilling adventure, Maid Marian isn’t waiting for a hero – she becomes one! Disguised as Robin Hood, she leads a band of rebels against the greedy Prince John.

“Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood: Teen Edition” is a story of courage, friendship, and fighting for what’s right. It’s perfect for young adventurers and anyone who dares to challenge the rules!”

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 atBradleyTheater@gmail.com.

Follow our socials!

Facebook & Instagram – @BradleyTheater

 

January 24 – Military Appreciation Night, 6pm

January 27 – Incoming 9^th grade Parent Information, PAC 6pm

January 29 – ASVAB – Media Center 7:30am

February 12 – Parent / Teacher Conferences, 2:45pm – 7pm

February 14 – No School

February 17 – President’s Day – No School

March 5 – SAT

March 7 – End of Grading Period

March 31 – April 4 – Spring Break – No School

April 18 – No School

 

 

College Savings Information Session Geared Toward Families with Elementary and Middle School Students

College Counselor Tom Woodford will host a special geared towards families of elementary and middle school students on Monday, February 10, at 6:30 PM at Darby High School. Learn about different ways to save for college, the pros and cons of state and federal programs, and why it’s important to start planning early. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to prepare for your child’s future!

New Date for Meeting on Graduation Workforce Opportunities

If you are a senior or the parent of a senior looking to go directly into the workforce after graduation, we are hosting an evening to share some of the many opportunities available to you. We will highlight careers in different sectors and areas of work and highlight a few of the benefits of each industry.   Please join us on Thursday, February 20, in the Darby High School PAC from 6:30-7:30.  If you would like to RSVP, you may do so here.

Hilliard Education Foundation Denim and Diamond Tickets on Sale

The Hilliard Education Foundation invites you to the party of the year! Join us at our annual event, Denim and Diamonds, on Friday, February 28, from 7-11 p.m. This year’s festivities feature dueling pianos, a sit-down dinner buffet, and lots of space at The Makoy! Tickets are on sale now and going fast. All proceeds support the Innovative Learning Classroom Grants at Hilliard City Schools. Get all the event details and your tickets at https://bit.ly/3F1ZYiL.

Good Afternoon Jaguar Parents,

This was another great week at Bradley High School. The third quarter of the school year is well underway, and I hope everything is going well for you and your students.

Your child’s regular attendance at school is vital for their academic growth and success. Each day missed is a missed opportunity for learning and growth. Your support in promoting consistent attendance sets the stage for their overall development. Let’s work together to make every school day count.

The Hilliard Bradley Theater will present “Marian, or The True Tale of Robin Hood.” The performances will take place from January 31st to February 1st, with Friday’s show starting at 7 PM and Saturday’s shows at 2 PM and 7 PM. Tickets can be purchased via Local Level, the link is available on our website atwww.bradleytheater.com

I invite you to join us on Friday, January 24th for our Purple Star Military Recognition Night, which will take place during the varsity boys’ and girls’ basketball games against Upper Arlington High School at Bradley High School. Games start at 6:00pm and 7:30 pm.

Next Monday, Bradley High School will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

Have a great three-day weekend, and Go Jags!!!

 

We believe that every day in school is an opportunity for your child to grow, learn, and prepare for the future. Regular attendance plays a crucial role in your child’s success, both academically and socially. By attending school every day, your child is not only gaining important knowledge but also building positive habits that will help them thrive in the years to come.

 

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.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

It is federal law that all 18-year-old males register with the selective service.  Go to:  sss.gov to register

Note:  CCP students who are 18 years old will need to send their Selective Service Number to the college they are taking classes with otherwise they will charge the student “out of state” fees for those classes.  If the university is asking for your Selective Service Number, you must send it to them.

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.

Seniors – Graduation

The bad news is time flies! The good news is there is still time to place your order for graduation.  Seniors and Parents, if you have already ordered your cap, gown, & tassel unit for graduation, we thank you for your prompt action.  If you still need graduation party accessories like, custom school announcements, senior photo party cards (similar to shutterfly) or any senior apparel gifts for your graduate please click below to place a new order with Jostens.

HELP…. I still need to order my cap, gown & tassel unit for graduation.  Don’t panic, you still have time to catch up with the group order. Click the link below to complete your purchase by January 31^st to catch up with your classmates.  Package ordering and a la carte ordering is available with the link below.  For a la carte ordering, click the link below, then scroll down on the Jostens website to locate individual items including the cap, gown & tassel unit.

*Attention Tolles Seniors* – All tolles seniors should place their cap & gown order under Hilliard Bradley High School with the link below.  Tolles seniors will wear their Hilliard Bradley cap, gown, & tassel unit at tolles ceremony.

CLICK HERE

 

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 games 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.

 

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

We have the opportunity to take students from each HS 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 – 11:15AM-1:10PM. Busing will be provided from each high school and students will be excused on School Business.

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 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.  SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Graduating Seniors Looking for an Alternative to College

Finally…for seniors who are looking to go directly into the workforce after graduation, we are hosting an evening to share some of the many opportunities available to you. We will highlight careers in different sectors and areas of work and highlight a few of the benefits of each industry. From there, if there is an area you would like to further explore, we can work together on making those contacts to help you on your journey.

Please join us on Wednesday, Jan. 22 in the Darby High School PAC from 6:30-7:30. Hope to see you there!

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.

Interested in a career in the Trades/Construction?

Elford Construction has offered to host a tour of their new Hilliard project to interested students! We have the opportunity to take about 30 students to the new Norwich Township Firehouse being built on Alton Darby Road. We will tour the facility and speak with some of the skilled men and women involved in it’s construction.

This tour is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29, so sign up asap if interested. (if the date changes, we will let you know as soon as we can).

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”

Get ready for a witty, gender-bending twist on the beloved classic, brought to life by talented teen actors for families to enjoy.

In this rendition, Maid Marian is actually Robin Hood in disguise, rallying a quirky band of Merry Men (most of whom are not men) to take on the greedy Prince John. As the rich grow richer and the poor suffer, who will defend the vulnerable? What does it truly cost to be your authentic self in challenging times?

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 atBradleyTheater@gmail.com.

Follow our socials!

Facebook & Instagram – @BradleyTheater

 

January 20 – Martin Luther King Jr Day – No School

January 21 – 8^th (incoming 9^th) grade parent meeting – PAC 6pm

January 24 – Military Appreciation Night, 6pm

January 29 – ASVAB – Media Center 7:30am

February 12 – Parent / Teacher Conferences

February 14 – No School

February 17 – President’s Day – No School

March 5 – SAT

March 7 – End of Grading Period

March 31 – April 4 – Spring Break – No School

April 18 – No School

 

Information on Senior Scholarships and After-Graduation Workforce Opportunities

If you are a senior or the parent of a senior looking to go directly into the workforce after graduation, we are hosting an evening to share some of the many opportunities available to you. We will highlight careers in different sectors and areas of work and highlight a few of the benefits of each industry.   Please join us on Wednesday, Jan. 22, in the Darby High School PAC from 6:30-7:30.  If you would like to RSVP, you may do so here.

Scholarship applications are now available in SchooLinks for seniors going on with school.  Follow these steps for more information.

• First, log into SchooLinks
• Click “Finances” on the left
• Select “Scholarship Match”
• Fill out the quick “Eligibility Chart”
• Click “District Posted” in the top-right
• Complete your applications!

Don’t forget to read all descriptions, directions, and deadlines!

Kindergarten Registration for 2025 is Open

Hilliard City School District has begun Kindergarten Registration 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.

Embrace, Empower, Inspire Award Winners

Congratulations to this month’s Embrace, Empower & Inspire Award winners, Caitlin Blanc (Social Worker at Weaver Middle School), and Janeen Robinson (English Teacher at The HUB).  Click here to learn more about each winner.  These staff members go above and beyond the expectations of the Hilliard Way and truly make a difference in our district. If you know a staff member who goes above and beyond their way to make a difference, you can nominate them for next month’s award by clicking HERE!

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 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.