Congratulations to our finalists for senior class officer:
President:
VP:
Treasurer:
Secretary:
The finalists will give their speeches next Wednesday (5/27) in the auditorium during W-block. We are appreciate all of our candidate leaders for running respectful and thoughtful campaigns.
All BLS Tennis Players (Boys/Girls Practice Squad/JV and Varsity)
Do you want BLS TENNIS SWAG?
Ordering is open now thru Tuesday, May 26h
Use this link to view and place your order:
Although your BPS account will remain active until the academic year rolls over in early August, please download important files and folders to a home computer, and forward any important emails to a personal account. It’s also a good time to check your personal accounts that may use your BPS email address – especially accounts that may use it for 2-factor authentication – and change them to a personal email address.
Students who have been chosen as Harvard Ushers are reminded that we will gather in the front foyer at 11:45 on Friday, May 22nd, to head across the river for rehearsal. Please remember to bring your signed permission slip to give to Ms. Lewis-da Ponte BEFORE boarding the bus.
All ushers should inform their R5 – R7 (Day 5) teachers in advance of their service and eat during First Lunch that day. We will return by the end of the school day.
If anyone has any Q’s/concerns, please email Ms. Lewis-da Ponte at slewis2@bostonpublicschools.org before Friday, May 22nd.
All students who will be in class IV-I next year who wish to compete in the Boston City Science fair in early March, the Massachusetts Science and Engineering Fair in Early April, and potentially qualify for national/international science fair competitions next year should complete this application form by June 3 (forms.gle/1ifea9waCu1VKJEf7). All 9th-12th-grade students representing BLS in science fair(s) next year must apply and be accepted.
Accepted students will qualify to receive a teacher mentor, lab space, and a limited budget to carry out their project. Email Ms. Bateman (kbateman@bostonpublicschools.org) with any questions.
Our board applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now open! TWCP Boston is a non-profit organization dedicated to spreading positivity through donating paper cranes to hospitals and hospice care. Underclassmen are highly encouraged to apply! Applications are due on May 18th, 2026, at 11:59 PM.
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BLS Service Outreach and Connection’s Career Fair is FINALLY HERE! This Career Fair will be focused on preteens and teens interested in learning more about their future paths. The goal of the fair is to break down information barriers and foster equal access to information and opportunities across Boston communities.
Attending organizations include: City of Boston Planning Department (offering a high school internship program this summer; please come if you’re interested), Boston Marine, Senator William Brownsberger, City Councilor Elizabeth Breadon, and more! Many are offering internships, so please come if you’re interested in applying.
Anyone who attends or volunteers will receive community service hours.
Address: New Balance Room @ Presentation School Foundation Building (640 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135) Time: Sunday, May 24th @ 3:00-5:00 pm
We’re looking for volunteers to help set up the event. Please fill out this form: forms.gle/gNAmWcsdCB7xysYe7. If you’re interested in participating, please fill out this form: forms.gle/ywhqWeF6rTJ7wapQ9
If there are any questions, please email bls.soc01@gmail.com
Attention Seniors!
If you recently received a yellow slip in homeroom, that means you have a book from the Keefe Library. It must be returned by the end of next week to avoid being placed on the senior hold list. If you are using a book for a class (for ex. AP Bio students), you may keep the book until you are finished with it.
CLASS OF 2026! The Argo Graduation Issue is coming up very soon, and seniors, we want YOU in the Argo! Here’s how: PHOTOS: Send in photos for the front and back covers of the Argo by Wednesday, May 27, using this link: bit.ly/argo26cover
SPOTLIGHTS: Know any special seniors who deserve to be featured in the Argo? Upload a 400-500-word spotlight by Friday, May 22, at bit.ly/argo26spotlights. Non-seniors are welcome to write these spotlights.
SHOUTOUTS: Please remind your parents, relatives, or friends to feature you in the Argo with a shoutout! These are due on Friday, May 22, at bit.ly/argo26shoutouts. See details in the attachment below. Senior Shoutouts 2026
SURVEYS: Please fill out Senior Surveys by Monday, May 25, at bit.ly/argo26surveys.
FUTURES: You will be opted into The Argo Futures List automatically. If you would not like your pathway post high school included (i.e., college, technical school, work), please fill out the opt-out form at bit.ly/argo26futuresout by Sunday, May 24, at 10 PM.
All links are also available at linktr.ee/blsargo.
Please email blsargo@gmail.com with any questions.
The City of Boston Planning Department has provided BLS Service Outreach and Connections with a paid 8-week internship opportunity for high school students at the City of Boston Planning Department. This internship focuses on urban planning, zoning, environmental sustainability, and civic engagement. A more in-depth description is provided on the Google Form application linked below.
Requirements to apply include:
A cover letter is optional, but highly encouraged.
If you are interested, please apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv74sAPOBsL4iYLcwzl9nc2gdcwar-QHaQGl00NuxLY9dZyg/viewform
The form is due Friday, June 5th!
Students interested are encouraged to attend the Career Fair on May 24th to network directly with department representatives, learn more about the 8-week internship, and explore potential pathways toward future job opportunities.
All students who will be in class V next year and who wish to compete in the Boston City Science fair in early March and the Massachusetts Science and Engineering Fair in Early May next year should begin to research topics of interest over the summer vacation. Next fall, Ms. Bateman and Mr. Balicki will host an informational meeting for students so that everyone can learn about carrying out a science fair project outside of their science classroom.
The BPS Division of Student Support offers diverse 2026 summer opportunities, including sports and academic enrichment, through the Forever Summer 2026 initiative. Families are encouraged to check the website attached for program details, schedules, and registration links for enrollment. For ages 6-18.
sites.google.com/bostonpublicschools.org/bpsstudentsupport/home?pli=1
This is a last call for clubs and student groups to be featured in the Yearbook. If interested, please email Mx. Amico if you need a little more time to get the $60 and photo together. Seniors: your Yearbook will look rather scarce with only a few photos in the clubs section, so please consider! If interested, please reach out to damico@bostonpublicschools.org by May 29th.
Thank you!
Are you passionate about art, leadership, and social impact? We’re looking for driven, creative, and dedicated students to join the 2026–2027 Galleries for Change Officer Team!
Our initiative, “Galleries for Change,” creates innovative art installations to foster a deeper understanding of environmental responsibility and sustainability in the BLS community. Through the upcycling of waste to create engaging artistic expressions, we seek to beautify our school environment while raising awareness about the detrimental effects of waste and the significance of recycling. Our mission is not just to create art but to spark conversations, educate, and empower members of BLS to take an active role in preserving our environment. Check out what we have done on our Instagram @galleries.for.change Application Deadline: Saturday March 23rd, 2026
If you have any questions, please contact galleriesforchange@gmail.com.
‼️ We currently have openings for praefects before and during school. If you are interested, please stop by the library and speak with Ms. Ellis or Ms. Safran!
☀️ Before school: We want students who can commit to work from 7:15 to 7:40. You will receive an hour of community service each time.
☀️ Openings available for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
🏫 During school: We want students who can commit to work for at least 2 blocks. You will receive an hour of community service each time. Openings available for the following blocks:
🏫 D1: R1, R2, R3, R4, R6
D2: R3, R4, R6, R7
D3: R1, R4
D4: R1, R2, R3, R6, R7
D5: R1, R2, R3, R7
D6: R1, R2, R3, R4
The Juvenile Justice Youth Symposium continues its mission to empower high school students through a comprehensive exploration of the legal system and the court process. Participants will dive deep into the juvenile justice landscape via expertly designed mock trials, offering a rare, hands-on look at how judicial proceedings operate from the inside out. The event serves as a vital networking hub, connecting students with industry professionals to emphasize the lasting impact of positive mentoring relationships and community support. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.
See flyer for more details. You can register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1MaWJzXFO1osNFEBOLmy-3guvvijFztz2ndjabM4gSx4H9g/viewform
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The Keefe Library will close at 2:15 p.m. on Tues. 5/19 for professional development.
Hi all, This year’s chamber music night will be this Thursday, 5/21, at 6:00 pm in the auditorium. Please bring your friends and family to support your students or family members as they play some of the best musical repertoire ever written. There will be refreshments!
Do you love game shows and want to participate in one? Then high school quiz show is for you! Tryouts are coming up, and are a two-part process. There will be a preliminary round with 45 multiple-choice and free-response questions, which will be held in Room 212 on both Thursday, May 14th and Wednesday, May 20th (you only need to come to one). There will also be a buzzer-based round on May 22nd. If you’ve done Certamen, Quiz Bowl, or Science Bowl, or are just interested in trivia, then try out!
Fill out the following form if you think you might be interested:
Greetings students, You are cordially invited to the 11th Annual BLS BLACK and TAG Celebratory on Sunday, June 7, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM. This celebration is a time-honored tradition at BLS that dates back to the 1970s. The first celebration of this kind was held at St. Cyprian’s Church in Roxbury. From there, it moved to Simmons College and then to the historic Harriet Tubman House. This year, it will take place in the Fiction Room of the BLS Library.
This event is sponsored by BLS B.L.A.C.K. (Black Leaders Aspiring for Change and Knowledge) and BLS T.A.G (Talented and Gifted Latino) and is open to everyone. During this event, members of the BLS family, including faculty, staff, alumni, and current students, will recognize and celebrate the collective achievements of members of the Class of 2026 who identify as Black and/or Latinx. You do not have to identify as a member of one or both of these groups to attend the celebratory. All are welcome!
The program will include amazing guest speakers, great music, inspiring words of wisdom, and light refreshments. During the celebration, the graduating seniors will also receive their kente and/or serape stoles to wear on graduation day!
In April 2027, a group of BLS students and chaperones will travel to London and Paris to explore The Golden Ratio. From Westminster Abbey to the halls of the Louvre to the geometry of Notre Dame Cathedral, students will discover how a single number (1.618) shows up in some of the world’s most iconic art and architecture. The trip will also include a special visit and lecture at The University College London. Check out this video if you are interested in exploring this math mystery and discovering London and Paris, and please indicate your interest by filling out this form. Students taking Geometry or Honors Geometry this year will be prioritized.
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If you are interested in joining the BLS Bakes board, you can apply to be a Junior Officer next year! There are four different roles to apply for: leadership, event planning, the visionary team, and the promotional team. Applications are now open and will close on the second Friday of June, 6/12, at 11:59 pm. We encourage everyone to apply; this is a great chance to get connected to the club and BLS as a whole! (N.B: Those graduating in 2027 CANNOT apply for the leadership Junior Officer position!)
Please fill out the form below if you would like to apply!: forms.gle/amChGcHXaFqdzr2e7 Please email bls.bakes@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns.
After the amount of schoolwork, tests, and APs of May, are you looking for a fun, de-stressing event to unwind? Well, look no further! We will be hosting the Baking Olympics, an event filled with games, food, and fun, on Friday, May 22nd from 2:30 to 3:45pm in the dining hall! Come display your baking prowess, and maybe even earn a prize along the way!
Please fill out this form to RSVP by Monday, May 18th at 11:59pm. This event is free, but you must RSVP before the deadline to attend!
Please fill out the form below to RSVP: forms.gle/qBZDT1uDR3F3RAoi9
Please email bls.bakes@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns. Hope to see you all there!
Lima, Peru • July 11–19, 2026 Interested in traveling to Lima, Peru with MEDLIFE this summer? Please fill out this quick form so we can gauge your interest and invite you to an informational meeting with MEDLIFE to learn more about the program, scholarships, and trip details. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNboGRPSz1EQq4UEPMrPh_T0RDuF3iLphiIBysKpblJ37Gyw/viewform?usp=dialog
BPS Athletics, in conjunction with Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine is hosting the 5th Annual BPS Pre Participation Physical Exam Event at the Mandela Building (Building 4) at Madison Park and O’Bryant on Saturday May 16th from 8am-1pm.
A valid physical exam is required for all students to participate in athletics at Boston Public Schools. Although this event does not replace the annual physical a student athlete gets from their provider, this event offers BPS student athletes the opportunity to be cleared for the entirety of the 2026-2027 school year, as well as complete their required DocuSign consent paperwork. This event allows for the student athletes to be cleared to participate in athletics prior to the start of their seasons, without having to worry about getting a copy of a valid physical.
Please join us on Friday, May 15th, for Asian Night 2026: Together We Bloom! Asian Night is an annual tradition that celebrates Asian culture during AAPI Heritage Month through a variety of performances by BLS students. You can buy tickets from any A.S.I.A. officer starting Wednesday, May 6th, for $8 (cash, Venmo, Zelle). Tickets will be sold during lunch the week of 5/11. There will be a limited number of tickets sold at the door for $10. Doors open at 5:00 PM and the show starts at 6:00 PM. We can’t wait to see you there!
Officers: Amity Ali (I), Gabby Huynh (I), Aaron Liu (I), Terance Wang (I), Melania Yee (I), Angela Deng (II), Tate Lam (II), Nicole Lin (II), Victoria Liu (II), Emily Zhou (II), Kelly Zhu (II), Sarah Cao (III), Saihan Chowdhury (III), and Catherine Huang (IV)
For any questions, please contact blsasiaclub@gmail.com
If you are a student-athlete who will be participating in college athletics next year at the Division 2 or 3 level, there will be a small event in the Roche Gym during the W (5/13) block to acknowledge your accomplishments. This is not the former NLI signing but a celebratory event.
The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Biostatistics Department is excited to host StatStart this year. StatStart is a month-long summer program intended to enhance opportunities for high school students interested in data science and computing. The program is designed for students who are first generation or come from a low socioeconomic background, but all are welcome to apply. Students participating in the program will take courses that cover introduction to statistics, data science, and computing.
We will host the program from July 6th to July 31st, Monday to Thursday from 10 AM – 3 PM EST. The only requirement to apply is a solid grasp of freshmen level algebra. The application for StatStart is now live and due on Friday, May 15, 2026.
If you have any questions about the program or the application, please reach out to us at biostat_summer@hsph.harvard.edu
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This Wednesday, May 13, we are asking all students to complete the Panorama Student Survey at the beginning of W-Block before leaving for any activities. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes. Students will be emailed instructions on how to access the survey in Clever. Thank you!
Interested in science, journalism, or both? Catapulta, the school’s science magazine, is looking for article submissions for our spring issue, and we invite you to write about any topic or issue of STEM that interests you!
Refer to past articles for example topics here (drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IoAgAMOndkYDHOgU6Ni5DE1eC_nPKdkS?usp=sharing).
Submissions should be at least 150 words (they will be cut to be within the ranges of 150-200, 300-400, or 500-650 words during production week) and are due by Sunday May 24th at 11:59pm through this Google Form: forms.gle/XQ6Tovkpw8oLUANE7.
Email us with any questions at catapultasciencebls@gmail.com — we look forward to publishing your work!
Support BLS Best Buddies, Buy Panera!
On Friday, May 8th, order Panera at the Brigham and Women’s Panera cafe to help raise money for BLS Best Buddies! 20% of profits will be used to support our mission statement of promoting inclusion and accessibility for the disabled community. Show the flyer in the Google Drive linked below to the cashier when ordering to contribute. Cashiers will accept the flyer physically or electronically.
See you there!
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Come join us for Lily Courtney’s Art Exhibition focused on the hidden history and complex identities of the women who have been impacted by the One Child Policy. Multi-media art will explore themes of loss, oppression, sisterhood, and community. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided throughout the show.
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Student Council is now accepting nominations for Crystal Apple Awards in recognition of teaching excellence this past year. Three deserving teachers will be awarded, one of whom will receive the Gitner Family Award at graduation. Award recipients from the past 5 years are NOT eligible, which include Mr. Bartoloma, Mr. Pietrangelo, Mx. Amico, Ms. Campot, Mr. Walker, Mr. Zou, Ms. Stuppard, Ms. Kelly, Mr. Sullivan (English), Mr. Morales, Ms. Lau, and Mr. Fogel. Nominations are due Saturday, May 16.
To submit, click HERE.
Now that we have had a few months to analyze student color printing in the library, we are revising our guidelines. Students have largely (95% of the time!) been printing assignments only. Our new process is working well. However, the costs have been higher than anticipated.
Our revised guidelines:
🖨️ Each print job will be limited to 3 pages. Most assignments that have been printed fit within this range.
🖨️ Remember: the color printer is for class assignments only.
🖨️ If you need to print flyers for events or clubs, create the flyer in black ink and you can make multiple copies on bright paper using the library copier. Ask your advisor for help if you need to print these in color.
🖨️ Best practices: Run a test! Print in black and white first to make sure your document is formatted correctly and prints the way you want it to.
Follow all posted instructions that walk you through the printing process, especially when printing from Canva!
Ask a Library Praefect for help if you need assistance!
2026 BLS Sports Banquet – Thursday June 4
The annual BLS Sports Banquet will be held on Thursday June 4 in the Jean Yawkey Center on the campus of Emmanuel College. Doors will open at 5pm, the program will begin promptly at 6pm. All Varsity athletes and families are invited to the event and strongly encouraged to attend to received accolades, recognition, and varsity letters. The event is business casual, no jeans, t-shirts, or shorts.
Tickets are $40. No tickets will be sold at the door. Please follow the link to purchase.
Did you know that this year marks an historic milestone with the 50th anniversary of the first alumnae to graduate from Boston Latin School in 1976?
Join hundreds of alumni for a special program commemorating this milestone in the Assembly Hall on Friday, May 8 4:30-5:30 p.m.
No pre-registration required.
FROM THE GOETHE INSTITUTE
Free
Breaking Lines Streaming|Goethe on Demand celebrates the empowering, unifying force of soccer.
Language German with English, Spanish, and French subtitles
Part of series: AMONG FRIENDS, Among Friends: On Air
Follow the link to the Goethe Institute website. These films are available until 7/31/2026. Viel
Spaß! (Much fun!)
www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/ney/ver.cfm?event_id=27236199&wt_nl=BOSNL2023
Please consider featuring your student club or affinity group in the Class of 2026 Yearbook! Clubs and groups may pay $60 via cash (strongly preferred) or check (made out to Boston Latin School: Yearbook) — upon payment to Mx. Amico in room 237, you may send Mx. Amico (damico@bostonpublicschools.org) a high-quality photo of your group! It is preferred that current seniors are front and center in the photo, if possible! Please speak with your club or group advisor if you are interested!
The deadline is Friday, May 1st. However, due to slow submissions, I will be extending the deadline until May 15th.
On Monday, May 4 and Tuesday May 5th, a team from NEASC will be visiting BLS to meet with students, staff and families. During this time, visitors will be visiting classrooms and observing teaching and learning.
Please continue to show our guests the incredible work you do each day and make them feel welcome!
Attention Class of 2027! It’s time to elect the leaders who will guide you through your senior year! If you’re interested in running for a senior class officer position (president, vice president, treasurer, or secretary), please review the important dates below carefully:
Monday, 5/4: Information Meeting — Come learn about the election process and officer responsibilities! This meeting will be brief and is mandatory. It will be after school in the Schawbel Center. Please see Ms. Sarkis with any concerns.
Wednesday, 5/20: Primary Voting Wednesday
Wednesday, 5/27: Finalist Speeches — Finalists will deliver speeches in the Auditorium during W-block.
Friday, 6/5: Final Elections
Get involved, make a difference, and help lead the Class of 2027 to an unforgettable senior year!
Questions? See Ms. Sarkis or Ms. Encarnacao or any of this year’s current senior class officers.
Open to all BLS students, the opportunity to see your creation in print – 3,000 times over! We are seeking designs for the front and/or back cover for the new 2026-2027 Agenda Book (handbook) and would love your ideas. Entries can be in full color and should be created for a 5.5” by 8.5” book with a CMYK. Specifications can be found below. By May 4, please submit your entry to Ms. Pierce at mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org. Entries can be in full color and should be created for a 5.5” by 8.5” book with either a CMYK or RGB image. Specifications can be found here.
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Please support BLS Crew’s biggest fundraiser being held on Saturday, May 2 (9AM-3PM) at Copley Square in the Back Bay. Join your fellow BLS students for a fun day, learn about crew, and help us continue to make rowing a more equitable sport. Funds raised support rower financial aid, boat and equipment investments, and gear maintenance.