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 29th. 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 17th through Friday, December 20th. 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!
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.
