This is just a reminder for students who are running bake sales after school. Please make sure that you have your own supplies (plates, napkins, forks, spoons) The Main Office cannot supply these items to students for bake sales. Thank You

The Keefe Library needs praefects for the following times: Mondays (before school), Tuesdays (after school), and Fridays (before or after school). We also have an open spot D2R1 and D5R4. Before school praefects work 7:15 am – 7:40 am and receive 1 hour. After school praefects work 2:15 pm – 4:00 pm and receive 2 hours. During school praefects receive 1 hour for each period worked.

Please come see Ms. Ellis or Ms. Safran if you are interested.

High School Students: Write About Political Courage and Win $10,000 The 2025 Profile in Courage Essay Contest™️ is officially open. The contest is a unique opportunity for students to engage with history, politics, and the concept of political courage in a meaningful way. The first-prize essay will win a $10,000 award for their future.

www.jfklibrary.org/learn/education/profile-in-courage-essay-contest

Hi! My name is Sophie Shepherd and I am a junior at BLS. In partnership with the Global Citizens Initiative (GCI), I am working on a community service project focusing on how Boston’s bike lanes impact its residents’ daily lifes. Here’s your chance to make an impact – this survey will only take a few minutes to complete, and I appreciate any feedback! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at sshepherd@bostonk12.org. Thank you very much!

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Congratulations to Class I and II students Olivia Pappas, Jessica Tao, Dimitra Minasidis, Elia DelRazo, Elizabeth Noronha, Christina Dang, Trevor O’Brien, and Kyle Vo, who will be performing with Nashville band Judah and the Lion at the House of Blues on Thursday, October 17.

Want to send your friend a spooky gift for Halloween? We’re selling Candy Bags ($3) and Pumpkin Surprises ($2) until this Friday, October 18. To order, find us in the lobby before school or use the link down below to pay via Cash App or Venmo. We will be sending out the orders on Wednesday, October 30. Happy Haunting!

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On Monday, Oct. 28, students in AP European History will be visiting the MFA to view the Salvador Dali exhibit. Students will leave BLS after the first lunch and miss R5 – R7. See attached attendance list.

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SEL Tip of the Week

October SEL Focus: Time Management

This October, our SEL focus is on time management. This week there is a special emphasis on sleep hygiene. We all know that it’s challenging to perform at our best when we’re tired. Prioritizing healthy sleep habits is essential for effective time management and optimal performance.

The Connection Between Time Management and Sleep Hygiene

Sleep hygiene refers to the practices that promote a good night’s rest, and it plays a vital role in staying organized. Just as we organize our daily tasks, maintaining healthy sleep patterns requires a balance of priorities. While getting enough sleep each night may not seem urgent, it is crucial for long-term health, focus, and productivity.

When evaluating your priorities, consider sleep as a key item to include. Although you might feel pressured to stay up late to complete last-minute tasks, consistently sacrificing sleep can lead to burnout and reduced efficiency, ultimately impacting your grades. By including adequate sleep in your schedule, you’re setting yourself up for greater success both now and in the future.

Interested in sending your friends a bag of spooky goodies for Halloween? Buy a Trick or Treat bag from the BLS National Honor Society for $3! Trick bags include small goodies and toys, while Treat bags contain a variety of candies. All bags come with a slip where you can write a message to your friends! Slips can be bought from any NHS officer or during lunch in the front lobby. Slips will be sold from Monday, October 14th to Thursday, October 24th. Stay spooky!

Do you have winter coats and gently worn clothes you no longer wear?

SASMC (Students Advocating for Solutions for Mass and Cass) is committed to helping our neighbors build confidence, dignity, and a sense of belonging! We are working with Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia and the Community Builders to collect clothing for a pop-up shop for all of our neighbors in the city.

To help Councilor Mejia with this amazing initiative, please donate clothes (new or gently used clothes in all sizes) by Friday, October 18.

Please drop your clothing donations in the boxes in front of the office or front of room 307. Any donation of clothes will be worth 1 hour of community service.

If you are interested in sorting clothes or helping out on 10/28, community service hours will be awarded as well. Please contact Brennan Berkson (bberkson@bostonk12.org) to help out!