Dear Families-
Below is an updated ZOOM link for the BPS Town Hall.
Matt Montaño is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://bernalillops-org.zoom.us/j/84579878178?pwd=UnJZdWQrdG9MMDMzU09ORWRUQmZxZz09 Meeting ID: 845 7987 8178 Passcode: 820099
50 years of Celebration - Bernalillo High School Reunion for the Classes of 1970, 1971, and 1972.
Seamless Summer Open Grab n' Go FREE Breakfast and Lunch
Pick up sites are the Town of Bernalillo Rotary Park and the Pena Blanca Community Center. For more information visit https://www.bernalillo-schools.org/page/student-nutrition-department.
Good afternoon, BPS Families -
As we move deeper into the summer months, Bernalillo Public Schools is hard at work in getting ready for the upcoming school year. We have a few major projects that will be taking place in the next two months to improve the physical environment of our schools. In addition, as I have mentioned before, the district has been working with many stakeholders on the development of a strategic plan that will provide a framework on how we will approach the next three to five years. As part of this strategic plan, we have been in the midst of a restructuring of the leadership of the district, including all of our school sites. The restructuring is almost complete, and we are excited to begin the hard but exciting work ahead.
In an effort to keep you informed about the strategic plan and the development of leadership, BPS will be hosting a virtual Town Hall on Wednesday, June 8 at 6PM. This will be the first of many meetings to provide information and updates to the community as we finalize the strategic plan, but then moving forward, as we report out to you about our progress. It is important that we set clear goals, with strategic levers that have understandable metrics. It is even more important that we keep you, our community, apprised of where we stand with those goals.
Below, please find the link to the meeting. This account allows for 1,000 participants, and we will open the meeting by 5:50PM that day, so we can get everybody in.
Matt Montaño is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82212491844?pwd=eVRtUzEyQ0RKTjBxaFhqUEhrUVg4UT09 Meeting ID: 822 1249 1844 Passcode: 784071
I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday and in the coming weeks.
Best,
Matt
Bernalillo Public Schools is HIRING! Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students.
https://bernalillo.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
CLASS OF 2023 SENIORS & PARENTS:
BOOKING STARTS May 17th!
Senior portraits for the yearbook will be taken this year by Kenneth Brown Photography* and your senior photo session needs to be done during this summer.
There are tons of different session options (see attached flyer) including:
ANY SESSION BELOW will get you yearbook photos to get into the Senior Section of the yearbook.
Free Yearbook Only sessions at the studio** (June 1st - June 11th) - 1 outfit
$30 - 1 Outfit "Mini" session after June 11th - $30
$40 "Grad" indoor session at studio (2 outfits indoor)
$75 "Super Senior" Indoor & Outdoor session at studio (1 outfit outdoor + 1 outfit indoor)
On Campus special - ONE DAY ONLY (see attached for details) - Indoor/Outdoor $80 and 1 Outfit Indoor only $40
$75 "On Location" photo shoots (UNM Duck Pond, Old Town, Bosque, Grafitti Alley, Downtown, Botanical Gardens - only available on specific days - these include 1 outfit and are nice outdoor options for those of you that are wanting to practice social distancing)
ALL SESSIONS BOOKED FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED ONLINE
See all available appointment times and BOOK ONLINE at www.kenbrownphoto.com, Click 2023 Seniors book online and APS/BPS/RRPS Seniors.
*All seniors who would like to be in senior section of yearbook must take a yearbook photo with Kenneth Brown Photography
**The studio is located at 207 Candelaria NW Suite B, Albuquerque, NM 87107.
***School dress code is strictly enforced for the yearbook photos. If your outfit does not meet school dress code you will need to reschedule at your own expense.
Senior photos need to be taken this summer and your Senior photo will be on your ID.
SPECIALS:
FREE 2023 Popsocket - when you book a paid session in June.
30% off your order when you schedule a paid session in June to get 30% off your order
20% off your order when you schedule a paid session in July and get 20% off your order
Please remember that these sessions are open for seniors at many other high schools in APS/BPS/RRPS so please book as soon as possible to get your desired date.
Good morning, BPS Families and Team-
Yesterday's events in Uvalde, Texas have again brought a sober reminder to safety and security in public spaces. On behalf of Bernalillo Public Schools Board of Education, we extend our deepest sympathies to the families and staff of Uvalde CISD.
For the rest of the week, BPS has heightened our security on each campus, with Bernalillo Police Department and Sandoval County Sherriff's Department providing additional presence at each of our campuses in the district. Please note that this heightened security is not due to any existing threat, but as an additional security response in the wake of yesterday's incident.
BPS is committed to protecting our children and staff on our campuses, and we will be investing time and resources in the next few weeks and months to enhance our systems of security, police presence, and training for staff, so that entering next school year, we are even better prepared for a safe and healthy school environment.
Thank you for allowing Bernalillo Public Schools to serve your families!
Sincerely,
Matt
Bernalillo Public Schools is please to announce the launch of the new district website and app. The app is available in the Android Google Play and Apple App Store. The website can be viewed at www.bernalillo-schools.org.
Please join us for the live feed of the Class of 2022 Graduation Ceremony.
https://youtu.be/atcDmh7U_c4
#OnceASpartanAlwaysASpartan #Classof2022 #SpartansWhatIsYourProfession
Monday, May 16, 2022 is BHS senior checkout from 8 am to 10 am. Seniors will need to return all Chromebooks, BPS hotspots, textbooks, and BHS sports equipment including uniforms. If you have any questions, please contact BHS administration
Background Casting is looking for kids who are between the ages of 9-12 years old. The students will be filmed in a school cafeteria scene on May 31, 2022 in ABQ. Students must be 5' tall or shorter for a scene in a Netflix kid's movie about a baby chupacabra. See flyer for more information.
Do you know a high school or college student looking for an internship opportunity this summer? We encourage you to invite them to apply for one of the many paid internships available in over 15 state agencies for high school, college, and graduate students.
Why Intern with the State of New Mexico?
Becoming an Intern with the State of New Mexico is a great way to engage in career exploration, career planning, and networking, and can be a steppingstone to future professional opportunities.
Internship dates vary, but many start in June so we encourage students to apply soon. Internships are listed on our Internship Opportunities webpage, as well as instructions on how to apply and direct links to the job postings.
Spring 2022 Youth Family Survey
https://tinyurl.com/yforwardfs22
The 2022 Youth Forward Family Survey is part of our efforts to collect feedback from all stakeholder. It is intended for parents or guardians with children in grades K-12 attending a NM public or charter school.
The family survey is available in English and Spanish from May 12 through May 20, 2022.
Dual Language Education of New Mexico, in partnership with the New Mexico Public Education Department and Bernalillo Public Schools, will be hosting the Hispanic Education Act Listening Tour at Bernalillo High School on Tuesday, May 24th. Please pre-register for this event by May 19th. Food and beverages will be provided.
The purpose of this listening tour is to provide guidance to the NMPED regarding:
Systems that would further support Hispanic students of NM.
How to engage parents in a meaningful way.
Critical student needs, concerns, and ideas tied to family values.
Strengthening collaboration at all levels with our students in mind.
Developing recommendations to shape future support for Hispanic students.
We invite all high school students, pre K-12 parents, community members, school staff members, and business owners to join us and share your options, experiences, and ideas! Please see the attached flyers to pre-register, or visit the Bernalillo Public Schools website, Facebook page, Instagram, and twitter account for more information and to pre-register.
Inaugural Language and Culture Symposium at Cochiti Elementary and Middle School. Over 200 attendees from Cochiti Pueblo, Cochiti Lake, Peña Blanca, and Santo Domingo. Bernalillo Public Schools establishing responsive and sustaining practices to improve student outcomes. Powerful keynote by Dr. Suina, rich cultural performances, and critical dialogue.
The Bernalillo High School Student Council is sponsoring a bottled water drive to support the firefighting efforts across New Mexico. This effort is in collaboration with Sandoval County Senior Services.
Donations will be collected at the following locations:
Bernalillo High School (148 Spartan Alley)
Monday and Tuesday 7AM - 3PM
Wednesday 7AM - 9AM
Bernalillo District Office (560 S. Camino del Pueblo)
Monday and Tuesday 8AM - 4PM
Wednesday 8AM - 9AM
Thank you for supporting our efforts to help our firefighters.
Federal Programs Stakeholder Meeting
Class of 2022 Academic Scholars
"It's about cultural survival" Phillip Quintana arrived for his first day at a Head Start classroom to find the teacher delivering instructions he couldn’t understand. She spoke only English... https://www.abqjournal.com/2489636/its-about-cultural-survival-ex-former-pueblo-de-cochiti-governor.html
BHS Cheer hosted their first Annual Alumni Dinner in preparation for State Championship Cheer Competition.
