We’ve been putting boxes of pads and tampons in bathrooms because no one should have to worry about finding a pad or tampon at school and period products are expensive. Unfortunately, we do not have an infinite supply of pads and tampons so we’re enlisting your help! We especially need tampons. If you’d like to donate a package of period products for our school bathrooms or a pair of pants, please drop them off in the box labeled “Period Products Drive” in front of the main office. You can post a photo of yourself dropping the period products on Innerview under the opportunity “Period Products Drive” for 1 community service hour.

Thanks for your help!

Levi Ahmed was selected as a national winner after scoring in the 90th percentile on the Level 2025 National German Exam for High School Students sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of German (AATG). Over 12,000 students participated in the program. After qualifying with a high score on the National German Exam, Levi submitted responses to several short essay questions in German and English and was then interviewed by a committee comprised of high school teachers and college professors of German.

Following this, Levi also completed the STAMP (Seal of Biliteracy) test. Levi is one of 37 outstanding German students selected from across the US to receive the award. The study trip includes round‐trip air transportation to Germany from a US airport, a homestay in a host family, and excursions to places of cultural and historical significance. The study trip, now in its 64th year, is made possible through a grant from the Federal Republic of Germany.

“The prize is a great reward for excellence in learning German—and the best way to better get to know a fascinating language and culture through firsthand experiences living with a German family and attending school.”

The Academy Group Boston is a high school, college, and career program dedicated to closing wealth and opportunity gaps for students from resilient communities.

Our high school program offers:

• -Wealth education
• -College and career advising
• -National college tours
• -A $20,000 college stipend ($25K beginning SY2026)
• -Student loan debt repayment upon graduation

The program is free for families, and we are currently recruiting 9th and 11th grade students in Boston with a 3.0 GPA or higher. Applications are open until April 25th.

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The Boston Latin School big band received a gold medal rating last Saturday at the MAGE state finals for the 15th year in a row. Outstanding Musicianship Awards went to Carina Szocik on Piano, Cynthia on Alto Sax, and John Harvey on Drums. They will be performing at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanade on Sunday, May 4th, at the MAJE Gold Medal Showcase.

If you’re between the ages of 14 and 25, now is the time to apply for summer jobs! Through FutureBos, the City of Boston connects thousands of young people with paid summer jobs in various industries, from arts and tech to community work and government positions. Applications are open now, but deadlines are approaching fast. Don’t wait—apply today!

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The Topol Fellows are hosting an event on the conflict in Somalia and Somaliland. We will have a speaker, Abdirahman Yusuf, who is the Executive Director of the Somali Development Center, a nonprofit in Roxbury that provides critical social services to refugees from Somalia, as well as other immigrant populations in Boston.

The event will be held on Wednesday, April 9, from 2:30–3:30 pm in Room 307. We hope to see you there!

Because some of our officers will be graduating soon, we are looking to fill our board with new faces! There are 6 floor chief positions open. In case you haven’t seen them helping during our regular after-school recycling. Floor chiefs are in charge of ensuring that volunteers are being active and respectful during recycling, as well as communicating with officers when there are problems. If you are interested in applying, please fill out our application form, linked HERE.

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Additionally, you MUST sign up for an interview slot HERE. If you do not interview, your application will not be considered. We are especially looking forward to recruiting some underclassmen—don’t be shy. Shoot your shot! Applications are due Wednesday, April 2nd at 11:59 PM.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who generously donated clothing to our clothing drive for Warm Up Boston! It was a huge success, and we were able to deliver several boxes of clothing to benefit their organization and the work they do.

The raffle winners will be contacted directly via email.

Follow @bls_sasmc to stay informed about upcoming events!

Come judge the BLS Bakes bake off after school in the Cafeteria on Wednesday, April 2nd!

You will collect a ticket from one of the officers at the door and taste the different desserts, which will be labeled with their name and any allergens they may contain. Once the tasting is over, use your ticket to vote for the best dessert.

This event is free, but there is a limited supply. First come first served!

We’re down to the FINAL FOUR!

The third round of voting for the March Madness book bracket is now open. Be sure to stop by the Keefe Library to cast your vote and make sure your favorite book wins!

Or, vote now with our Google Form.

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As we move through spring, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how we handle change. Like the seasons shift, our lives are constantly changing, and learning to embrace these changes can help us grow stronger and more adaptable. Think about something you’d like to improve or change this spring—a skill, a habit, or a mindset.

Practice Patience with Yourself: Change can take time. Be kind to yourself as you navigate new situations, and remember that growth happens at your own pace. Sometimes, we expect instant results, but growth takes time.

Be Gentle with Yourself on Bad Days: Some days won’t go as planned. Maybe you don’t achieve what you hoped for, or maybe you just don’t feel like doing the work. Instead of being hard on yourself, remind yourself that it’s okay to have bad days.

Practice Self-Compassion: Treat yourself the same way you would treat a friend going through a tough time. If a friend was struggling with something, you would likely offer encouragement and remind them that they don’t have to be perfect. Do the same for yourself.

Celebrate Small Wins: Each time you make progress, no matter how small, take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate it. These small wins are proof of your hard work and dedication. Celebrating them helps you stay motivated and reminds you that patience pays off. The more you celebrate the process, the less impatient you’ll feel about reaching the final goal.

Come check out our temporary afterschool space for the next three weeks – there will be homework support, food, crafts, and games!

• Tuesdays – Room 216
• Thursdays – Room 212

Love desserts? Love winning? Then this is your dream event! Join us after school in the Dining Hall for a thrilling game of Bingo, winners and prizes are unlimited!

Bingo Cards: $2 each or 3 for $5 (More cards = more chances to win!)

Available for purchase at the door!

When? Thursday, April 3 – 2:30 – 3:30 PM

Where? The Dining Hall

Come for the fun, stay for the sweet rewards! Will you be a bingo champion?!

Third Term ends on Thursday, April 10th. The end of term testing rotation is:

• English, Classics, and PE/Health – Monday, April 7th
• Math, History, and Art/Music – Tuesday, April 8th
• Science and Modern Language – Wednesday, April 9th

Report cards will be issued on Thursday, April 17th.

Please see your teachers if you have any questions.

Attention club leaders and members: if you would like your club to be featured in the Liber Actorum (Yearbook), please bring $60 in cash or a $60 check to me (Mx. Amico, room 214). If paying by check, it can be made payable to Boston Latin School: Yearbook. Please bring the money directly to me, not leave it on my desk or in my mailbox. Your $60 covers the fee for your club photo to be featured in the yearbook. The more clubs, the better! Along with your payment, please send or have your advisor send a high-resolution photo to damico@bostonpublicschools.org along with your club name. It is ideal to feature prominently current Class I students in the photo. The hard deadline for payment is Friday, May 2nd, but the sooner you pay, the better! Thank you!!