Join BLS LAB in room 329 at 2:30 pm on Monday 4/22 and Monday 4/29 for a two-part mini-lecture series with Boston University PhD students! These virtual sessions aim to glimpse the diverse research areas within neuroscience, emphasizing the distinction and overlap between systems and cognitive neuroscience. Whether you’re interested in the biochemical basis of behavior or mathematical modeling of neural data, these brief mini-talks will offer valuable perspectives and information on pursuing a career in neuroscience. Presentations will be followed by a Q&A session, offering insights into related academic paths and research opportunities–particularly in undergraduate. All are welcome to attend, feel free to bring a friend and questions!

The Healthcare Career Exploration Program (HCEP) is a hybrid (virtual and in-person) immersive experience designed for high school students with an interest in a healthcare career. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 26.

To apply, all interested applicants need to fill out the online application and submit the following application materials to bwhvcas@partners.org in one email, OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED:

1) The online HCEP Application (www.volgistics.com/appform/572201249)

2) Volunteer Quick Registration Form (drive.google.com/file/d/12XMe_0ZPnqrptHTmMeXORau9YDwDCTkj/view?usp=drive_link)

3) Immunization records 0 Including 1) a TB test within the last 90 days, 2) proof of a 2023-24 flu shot, and 3) COVID-19 initial series o Please submit all immunizations together in one attachment- If your immunization forms are not in one file, your application will not be considered. o The Infection Control Standards form can be filled out, but not mandatory as long as all required vaccinations are present in your records (drive.google.com/file/d/11xQTCzqfZ2mCnv89yIp8_rtHBkYxd4Uf/view?usp=drive_link) o PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT TB TEST RESULTS CAN TAKE UP TO A WEEK TO COME IN

4) Minor Consent Form (drive.google.com/file/d/1wF1Q682WWiNoo0cmYOe7973wXaAz4rNR/view?usp=drive_link)

5) 2×2 Photo o See guidelines- We require a 2×2 photo, NOT A COPY OF YOUR ID/DRIVER’S LICENSE) drive.google.com/file/d/1hS0WhbCrV-kDWJtIYMVdHlIIM-Upovqj/view?usp=drive_link

6) 2 References (drive.google.com/file/d/1bWJIOgxpRScRqC_aQ13KlTdWZBwGNC9n/view?usp=drive_link) APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 12TH ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED ALL THE DOCUMENTS, the next step of the process is to sign up for an in-person interview. Please use this link to sign up for an in-person interview: www.signupgenius.com/go/805094CAAAC2AAAF49-48389118-office ·

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD FROM 3-6 PM TUESDAY- THURSDAY EACH WEEK IN MAY FROM TUES. MAY 7TH-THURS. MAY 24TH. ·

Applicants can expect to hear back by Friday, May 31st. ·

Please note that the program will be limited to 25 participants.

For more information regarding the Healthcare Career Exploration Program (HCEP), please email bwhvcas@partners.org. Please let me know if you have any questions.

BLS Red Cross is hosting a drive to support migrant families at four BPS schools (the David A. Ellis, Higginson-Lewis, John F. Kennedy Elementary, and Tobin K-8). Please drop off items in the box at the entrance doors until May 24, 2024. To earn an hour of community service, take a photo of yourself and your donations and upload it to Innerview. For a list of needed supplies: docs.google.com/document/d/1ePvKpwltfb4NSBMMl1_9HXvpdvB0Sk1e8cQglbTQPDQ/edit?usp=sharing

The AP exam schedule and more information about AP exam testing at BLS are available on the school website. Students testing with accommodations will receive specific instructions from Ms. Linso.

www.bls.org/apps/pages/?type=d&uREC_ID=207618&pREC_ID=408226

As Mental Health Awareness Month is upon us in May and a time to raise awareness and reduce stigma about mental health, BLS Wellness Council will be launching our first annual Positivity & Wellness Day (PAW Day). This day will highlight the importance of self-care and engaging in healthy coping skills as a way to improve and maintain one’s mental health.

To celebrate, students will be able to partake in activities such as karaoke, arts & crafts, dodgeball, smoothie tasting, and dancing during PAW Day 2024, which will take place on Friday, April 26, 2024. These activities will take place throughout the day in different locations around campus.

The following activities require a Teacher’s sign up for their class

– Karaoke/Smoothies/Arts & Crafts in the dining hall

– Outdoor Activities in the Back Lawn

– Dodgeball in the Upper Gym

– Dance in the Lower Gym

The following activities require Student sign up through Oculus

– Mindfulness and Rest (R1-R4) in the Electronic Classroom

– Board Games in the Library Fiction Room

Join us for our first PAW (Positivity and Wellness) Day!

*** UPDATE: Mindfulness and Rest/Yoga will be in the library/Electronic Classroom for DROP-IN. Drop by during a study block!

Board Games Sign Up still available through Oculus (study block only)

Not able to participate during school? Activities will continue after school in the Dining Hall and Back Lawn until 3:30 pm!

Each senior who wishes to order a 2024 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by Friday, May 17, 2024, but please order them SOONER rather than later. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will accept cash (IDEAL), checks (IDEAL), and Venmo.

If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014. If paying by Venmo (@blsyearbook1653), please include your full name and student ID in the description so we can process your payment.

Our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by Friday, May 17th, 2024. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

All are invited to join the Jewish Culture Club for a Passover Potluck. Thursday, April 25th at 2:30 pm in the Schawbel Center (1st floor by the library entrance). Share and taste food from the holiday – Sign up on the Google doc.

forms.gle/vhN3b16QS3ncXKBh6

The junior and senior art show will be on display in room 309. Teachers and their classes are welcome to visit the exhibit during the day. The opening reception will be held on Wednesday, April 24 form 6:00 – 8:00 pm. (HA)

The Spring Community Service Fair will be held Thursday after school in the dining hall. There will be 20+ service organizations in attendance. Come and find a place to volunteer.

A Helping Tutor – Spring 2024 Tutoring A Helping Tutor is an online tutoring service that strives to combat education inequality by providing free, flexible tutoring for disadvantaged elementary school students. They are currently looking for tutors for their spring session, which will take place from 04/15/2024 to 06/14/2024. Tutoring takes place over Zoom at least once a week, and tutors earn community service hours. Email ahelpingelbowtutoring@gmail.com with questions and sign up at forms.gle/g1LASAGj52mgp7at5.

Open to all BLS students, the opportunity to see your creation in print – 3,000 times over! We are seeking designs for the front or back cover for the new 2024-2025 Agenda Book (handbook) and are looking for your ideas. 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: Link to Agenda Book Template: drive.google.com/file/d/18F2scDmr0VCeGLUPcW0L5Xa5mMh04PQs/view?usp=sharing

Please submit your designs to Ms. Pierce at mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org by May 8. Thank you!

Friendly and spirited students in Class III-I are needed as tour guides for newly invited students and families. We can now confirm that the Open House for future members of the Class of 2030 and 2028 will be held on April 27. There are also other assignments for volunteers, aside from tour guiding. Interested students should attend the Tour Guide Training and Information session during W Block, Wednesday, April 24, in the Black Box. Students who are unable to attend because of pending obligations should email Ms. Pierce.

Please Note: Those students who had volunteered for the alternate May 11 date, please email Ms. Pierce if you are now able to volunteer on April 27. To indicate interest and secure a pass to the training, please complete the Tour Guide Sign-Up Form by Tuesday, April 16. Students who speak languages other than English are especially needed. Community service hours will be awarded. For more information, please email Ms. Pierce at: mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaAchY9KE9_J3JH4DXEOhbbBc9_5jx2NL5cW4_tHMR8yeosA/viewform

Please note that in recognition of Passover, Tuesday, April 23 will be a “no test day” with no assessments administered. Considered one of the most sacred holidays in the Jewish religion, Passover is ultimately a celebration of freedom, commemorating the story of the Israelites’ departure from ancient Egypt. The festival begins with one or two nights of traditional meals or Seders, this year on the evenings of Monday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23. We wish those in our community who observe the holiday a sweet and joyous Passover.

Interested in volunteering in Latin America this summer? Check out Amigos and learn about their different programs. Financial aid is available.

amigosinternational.org/summer-programs/

The Register is seeking submissions of original artwork and literature from students in all classes. Submit your work through the portal on SIS through April 12th.

On April 5, 13 BLS students presented 12 projects at MSEF at Gillette Stadium. Please join us in congratulating the award winners listed below.

Third Place: Yuxuan Zhang, “Heavy Metal Analysis of Lichen Samples at Lower Neponset River Reveals Previously Overlooked Contamination” Yifan Evan Ding, “Engineering a Termination-Readthrough-Based Gene Switch Enables Controllable CRISPR Gene Editing”

Honorable Mention: Qinghe Ada Zhao, “The Effect of Fire on the Amount of Chlorophyll in Pine Tree Needles” Zachary Chen, “Finding Early Dementia Predictors: Survival Analysis Utilizing Sleep Electroencephalogram and Blood-Based Biomarkers” Tim Nguyen, “Leveraging Deep Learning Vision Models for Efficient Unbounded Neural Radiance Renderings” Caroline Song, “Field Deployable Real Time Natural Gas Leak Detection”

We will report back with the results from the Middle School State Science and Engineering Fair held at Worcester Technical High School on May 11.

This conference is a longstanding tradition at Harvard Kennedy School and is always a formative, impactful event where students can interact with public leaders and learn more about civic engagement. The event aims to provide participating high school students with exposure to increase their awareness of public policy issues, understanding of institutions, and avenues for civic engagement. The conference will include a keynote speech, workshops, interactive group exercises, and fun activities.

This conference is free of charge, and registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Lunch and refreshments will be provided during the event.

The details of the conference are as follows:

Date: Saturday, April 20, 9 am – 4 pm

Agenda: Keynote speaker from Paul F. Burke (Fire Commissioner and Chief of Boston Fire Department) and interactive workshops on public policy and civic engagement

Participants: High school students aged 14-1

Location: Harvard Kennedy School, 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Registration: tiny.cc/YLC2024

As a reminder, homework will not be assigned during the April vacation (April 15-19) except for some AP courses which may require homework in preparation for May or early June exams. Additionally, any homework for other classes that is assigned and due on Tuesday, April 23, should not exceed the usual 30-minute expectation (45 minutes for AP courses). We wish the entire BLS community a relaxing and restorative break.

Student Council will host the annual Faculty vs Student Basketball game on Friday, April 12 at 2:30 in the upper gym. Updated faculty players include Mr. Gallagher, Mr. Howard, Ms. Sample, Mr. De Velis, Mr. Galego, Ms. Encarnacao, Mr. Fogel, Ms. Jones, Mr. Fearon, and Mr. Osowiecki. Tickets are $3 before and $5 at the door, sold during lunch blocks on Thursday and Friday. Proceeds will be donated to MSPCA-Angell Animal Hospital—email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org

We have reached our maximum number of ushers needed for Harvard College’s Commencement Exercises on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Thank you to those students who have volunteered. You should have received an email reply from me.

Mrs. Lewis-da Ponte

BLS Red Cross is hosting a drive to support migrant families at four BPS schools (the David A. Ellis, Higginson-Lewis, John F. Kennedy Elementary, and Tobin K-8). Please drop off items in the box at the entrance doors until May 24, 2024. To earn an hour of community service, take a photo of yourself and your donations and upload it to Innerview. For a list of needed supplies: docs.google.com/document/d/1ePvKpwltfb4NSBMMl1_9HXvpdvB0Sk1e8cQglbTQPDQ/edit?usp=sharing

Join a cool group of student leaders in helping connect more students with service organizations for meaningful volunteer opportunities!! We are looking for dedicated & hard working candidates who are willing to show up and put in the effort. Prior experience is NOT necessary. Available roles include External Liaison (2), Internal Liaison (2), Internal Activities Coordinator (1), Media Manager (1) and Secretary (1).

Applications are due 11:59 pm on Friday, April 26th. More information on the application form: bit.ly/wvapplication

Healthcare Career Exploration Program (HCEP) is a hybrid (virtual and in-person) immersive experience designed for high school students with an interest in a career in healthcare.

To apply, all interested applicants need to fill out the online application and submit the following application materials to bwhvcas@partners.org in one email, OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED:

1) The online HCEP Application (www.volgistics.com/appform/572201249)

2) Volunteer Quick Registration Form (drive.google.com/file/d/12XMe_0ZPnqrptHTmMeXORau9YDwDCTkj/view?usp=drive_link)

3) Immunization records o Including 1) a TB test within the last 90 days, 2) proof of a 2023-24 flu shot, and 3) COVID-19 initial series o Please submit all immunizations together in one attachment- If your immunization forms are not in one file, your application will not be considered. o The Infection Control Standards form can be filled out, but not mandatory as long as all required vaccinations are present in your records (drive.google.com/file/d/11xQTCzqfZ2mCnv89yIp8_rtHBkYxd4Uf/view?usp=drive_link) o PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT TB TEST RESULTS CAN TAKE UP TO A WEEK TO COME IN

4) Minor Consent Form (drive.google.com/file/d/1wF1Q682WWiNoo0cmYOe7973wXaAz4rNR/view?usp=drive_link)

5) 2×2 Photo o See guidelines- We require a 2×2 photo, NOT A COPY OF YOUR ID/DRIVER’S LICENSE) drive.google.com/file/d/1hS0WhbCrV-kDWJtIYMVdHlIIM-Upovqj/view?usp=drive_link

6) 2 References (drive.google.com/file/d/1bWJIOgxpRScRqC_aQ13KlTdWZBwGNC9n/view?usp=drive_link) APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY APRIL 12TH ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED ALL THE DOCUMENTS, the next step of the process is to sign up for an in-person interview. Please use this link to sign up for an in-person interview: www.signupgenius.com/go/805094CAAAC2AAAF49-48389118-office ·

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD FROM 3-6 PM TUESDAY- THURSDAY EACH WEEK IN MAY FROM TUES. MAY 7TH-THURS. MAY 24TH. ·

Applicants can expect to hear back by Friday, May 31st. ·

Please note that the program will be limited to 25 participants.

For more information regarding the Healthcare Career Exploration Program (HCEP), please email bwhvcas@partners.org. Please let me know if you have any questions.

In observance of Eid al-Fitr, Wednesday, April 10 (Day 4) is considered a “No Test Day” and classroom assessments should not be administered. Also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide and marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. To all who observe Eid al-Fitr, we say “Eid Mubarak!”

Please note the following changes to the Keefe Library hours next week: -Mon. 4/8 – The Keefe Library will be closed to students because of the special schedule. Librarians will be off-site at the 8th grade field day.

The library will be closed after school on:

• -Tues. 4/9 for faculty professional development and
• – Fri. 4/12 for April vacation. 

America’s Field Trip – What Does American Mean to You Contest In 2026, the United States will mark our Semiquincentennial: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America’s Field Trip is a new contest that invites students across the country in grades 3–12 to be part of America’s 250th anniversary by sharing their perspectives on what America means to them and earning the opportunity to participate in unforgettable field trip experiences at some of the nation’s most iconic historic and cultural landmarks. See Official Rules for full details including how to enter, eligibility requirements, prize description/restrictions, and judging procedure. Submissions are due by May 17.

America’s Field Trip

Tour Guides and Other Volunteers Wanted! (Pierce) Class III, II, I Friendly and spirited students in Class III-I are needed as tour guides for newly invited students and families. The Open House for future members of the Class of 2030 and 2028 will be held on either April 27 or May 11, (date TBD after invites go out). There are also other assignments for volunteers, aside from tour guiding. Interested students should attend the Tour Guide Training and Information session during W Block, Wednesday, April 24, in the Black Box. Students who are unable to attend because of pending obligations should email Ms. Pierce.

To indicate interest and secure a pass to the training, please complete the Tour Guide Sign-Up Form by Friday, April 14. Students who speak languages other than English are especially needed. Community service hours will be awarded. For more information, please email Ms. Pierce at: mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaAchY9KE9_J3JH4DXEOhbbBc9_5jx2NL5cW4_tHMR8yeosA/viewform

Student Council will host the annual Faculty vs Student Basketball game on Friday, April 12 at 2:30 in the upper gym. Confirmed faculty players are Mr. Gallagher, Ms. Sample, Mr. De Velis, Mr. Howard, Mr. Galego, Ms. Encarnacao, Mr. Fogel, and Mr. Osowiecki. Tickets are $3 before and $5 at the door, starting during lunch blocks on Thursday and Friday, April 11-12th. Proceeds will be donated to MSPCA-Angell Animal Hospital. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

Since many more volunteers for Harvard College’s Commencement Exercises on Thursday, May 23, 2024, are still needed, I am opening up the selection process to members of Class III as well as Class II. The same stipulations apply – no D’s in any class or Conduct – and students MUST BE at least 16 years old by May 23, 2024.

If interested AND eligible, please email me at slewis2@bostonpublicschools.org no later than Thursday, April 11th.

Mrs. Lewis-da Ponte

I am seeking 100 members of Class II to serve as ushers at the 2024 Harvard College Commencement on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Ushers must be in good academic standing – no D’s in any classes, as well as in Conduct – and must have a positive attendance and tardiness record.

If interested, please email Ms. Lewis-da Ponte (slewis2@bostonpublicschools.org) no later than Thursday, April 11th, and include your HR and student number.

Hello Class IV, Please check your email inbox on Monday, April 8th, 2024. You will be watching a video at the start of your R1 block that explains how to complete this screener. This is the same screener as the one you completed in the Fall. Similarly, you will receive an email from EduMetrisis that contains a link to the BIMAS-2 screener with the blue “click here” button. If your link does not work, please try to close it and open it a few more times. You will receive more instructions from Mr. Lo via email if the link does not work.

Thank you, Ms. Clougher & Mr. Lo

The City of Boston is coming together to celebrate four state champions with a parade and rally this Saturday, April 6th: Charlestown HS and New Mission HS Boys Basketball teams, Cathedral HS Girls Basketball team, and your BLS Boys Hockey team. The Parade begins at 2:30 at Park Street T Station and continues to a rally at City Hall Plaza. More information is available at: www.boston.gov/calendar/youth-state-champions-city-hall-parade-and-rally

The BioSTAR summer program is designed to introduce self-motivated high school students to Bioengineering education at Harvard University. BioSTAR is a free community outreach program and will run Monday – Friday from 9:30 AM – 4 PM. Students must be at least 16 years old to participate. Harvard University does not provide housing and transportation to and from the SEC. Admission is highly competitive, and applicants are evaluated based on their enthusiasm for learning (versus prior experience). We encourage local high school students who are interested in life sciences to apply. Rolling admissions – act fast!

seas.harvard.edu/active-learning-labs/summer-programs-wintersession/summer-programs/biostar

Black Woman Environmental Professor Meet & Greet (and dinner!) on Thursday, April 11th from 7:15 pm to 8:30 pm at the REI by Lechmere T Station (181 Morgan Avenue #1 Cambridge, MA 02141). The purpose of the event is to introduce young Black girls/women/gender-expansive people in high school, college, and who are young professionals to diverse career paths and work by different Black women environmental professors from across Boston, build community, and have the audience be inspired to consider new career paths. The event is free and includes dinner and giveaways from REI. While this event’s audience is primarily Black girls, women, and gender-expansive people, all are welcome. Plink to RSVP at the link below.

forms.gle/1nGVqCGYaXqnTzhC7

With the summer hiring season in full swing, Mr. Levesque and Ms. Laverty (BLS PIC Career Specialist) will offer a handful of professional interview labs in April. Topics include 1) preparing for a professional interview, 2) conducting yourself properly, and 3) anticipating the more frequently asked interview questions. Workshops will occur after school in the Library Electronic Classroom on April 1, 3, 8, and 22nd.  Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org. Click HERE to sign up.

forms.gle/a8yBpgMqbfCin4cw7

The Finance Club at Boston Latin School is conducting research on the state of financial literacy in BPS. Club officers would appreciate it if students would take a minute to fill out this FORM to aid in the research. Four random respondents will receive $25 Amazon gift cards, as an added incentive. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBCGqOG-NSoRLTFbj670yeVwEUz4Hp8HbWDKEoj3CFPmY5yw/viewform

After receiving a score in the 90th percentile on the Level 3 German National Exam, Tarik had to also:

1. complete an application

2. participate in an interview

3. complete the STAMP tests Details about the process to earn such a scholarship and what the scholarship entails can be found here: www.nge.aatg.org/ngescholarship

BLS needs 30 energetic, outgoing, and reliable senior volunteers to assist the Physical Education & Wellness Department in facilitating outdoor games at Clemente Field for the upcoming 8th Grade Field Day next Monday, April 8th. Senior volunteers should dress comfortably for outdoor activities, and bring water and sunblock. The time commitment is 7:45 AM SHARP, until around noon. Senior volunteers will be eligible for community service hours.

PLEASE NOTE: On Monday, April 8th there are no formal class meetings for seniors, the day is provided for independent college visits and community service.

If you are willing to commit to 7:45 AM-noon on Monday, April 8th; please email Assistant Head of School, Mr. Perrotti at jperrotti@bostonpublicschools.org

As the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer, now is the perfect time to close your Chromebooks and reconnect with nature! Research from UC Davis Health has found a ton of benefits related to spending time outside. Taking a break in nature has been shown to increase your creativity and problem-solving skills, reduce cortisol levels (the stress hormone), and boost your immune system.

Here are a few activities to try to get you out in nature:

– Take a walk without your phone! Fully immerse yourself in nature and turn off your brain for a bit to help improve your concentration and ground yourself in the moment.

– Take your lunch outside! Eating in nature may lead to a more enjoyable experience where you can better appreciate your meal. – Get creative! Draw or paint animals or landscapes, or let nature inspire a poem or song lyrics. If you enjoy writing in a journal, try doing this outside.

The last day of the Third Term is this Friday, April 5th NOT next Friday, April 12th. ‘Apologies for the oversight on my part, as well as many thanks to a member of Class V, Emmanuel Tshimuanga, who graciously emailed me to inform me.

“Nine years after his first solo LP, and on the heels of an unprecedented glut of increasingly remarkable mixtape and internet leaks, The Yellow Submarine Improv Troupe produces Tha Improv III, the epic culmination of a lifetime of eccentricities. This is Mr. Gel’s moment and he embraces it on his terms.” – Pitchfork

Come join us in the Blackbox on Friday, April 5 for a wonderfully hilarious improv show! There

will be shows at 3 pm and 7 pm. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults.

Merci for welcoming BLS exchange students from Grenoble and a special thanks to all the teachers who kindly agreed to let them attend their classes for the days and periods they will be in our school.

For over 220 years, PEM has been dedicated to collecting, preserving, and showcasing compelling artwork throughout history and from around the world. The students of the Chinese program, Asian Study and World History visited PEM on 3/14 and 3/15 and brought back some museum passes to share with everyone interested in going.

www.pem.org/

Join BLS Astronomy in the dining hall at 2:15 on Monday, April 8 for free eclipse glasses and pinhole box observers! Boston should see 93% coverage at 3:30 pm, so stick around for viewing.

Students are reminded that the Third Term will close on Thursday, April 5, 2024. Also, the End-of-Term Testing Schedule will be:

• Science and Modern Language: March 28th and April 3rd
• ELA, Classics, PE/Health: April 1st and April 4th
• Math, History, Art/Music: April 2nd and April 5th

Please check in with your teachers if you have any Qs/concerns.

Did you know donors to the Boston Latin School Association fund all scholarships awarded on Prize Night in addition to providing resources for a variety of programs you have access to as a student at BLS? As a senior at BLS, you are invited to complete this application for scholarships to be awarded at Prize Night.

The different types of questions asked through this form help the Prize Night committee decide what scholarships you qualify for.

Forms are sent to each Senior and can be found at this link.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-AqQZe21KO5S-9X9DXMioGapX1rDw4gdTy5JazdQDYbnoOQ/viewform

The Register is accepting original art and literature for the spring issue. Use the portal on SIS—submissions are accepted until April 12th.

Want to learn more about the careers out there in the STEM field? Looking to sharpen your STEM knowledge in a competition? The Lexington Science Olympiad is just for you.

The competition encompasses a wide range of events, and you will find one or more that fit you! It is a unique opportunity to meet friends who are passionate about science and have fun! There are limited spots on the team, so sign up ASAP! The tournament will be held virtually the weekend of 4/13. Competitors will have a 48-hour window over the weekend to take and submit their event’s tests. Email blsscienceteam@gmail.com with questions and sign up (see link). Check out the B Team rules manual to learn about available events (second link). We welcome all interested students, no previous knowledge is needed!

forms.gle/CQeWLfDPtVxQFYqP8

www.soinc.org/sites/default/files/2023-09/Science_Olympiad_Div_B_Rules_2024_for_Web.pdf

Congratulations to the top declaimers at our 4th Public Declamation:

1st Place — Jessie Wang

2nd Place — Oriana Dunker

3rd Place — Ailin Sha

Prize Reading is Coming!

docs.google.com/document/d/1V_6tsaB6yVx4YPUUyuPhfL2ApPYN2CkD/edit

Join senior Capstone student, Eleni Karkaetedes in room 009 tomorrow after school 4/2 at 2:30. We are hosting our second workshop on body image issues and body positivity. These workshops are highly interactive and very inclusive. Feel free to even stop by for a quick visit to see how everything works! We will be doing group activities and discussing the influences on body image issues!

A reminder that all of the Concert Choir is rehearsing on April 2 during the Day 4, R3 block with our guest clinician. Your teachers have been notified by Mr. Snyder personally and through staff announcements. Please report directly to the Choir Room after R2.

Mark Snekvik (Chinese 4) and Christian Le (Chinese AP) have started a Chinese club called the Chinese Corner to practice spoken Chinese. Time: 7:00 – 7:30 am every Monday and Wednesday in RM 219, welcome friends of Chinese language and culture to join.

drive.google.com/file/d/1e2mYK1NhzOuTCYH12CgTjax4vVR0STJD/view?ts=6602c41b

As spring sports begin, many students must use the library after school. We want to remind all students that they are welcome to come to the Keefe Library after school to do homework. You must sign up (see “After School in the library” link on SIS) and check in upon arrival. You may sign up at any point after school but we strongly suggest signing up in advance since we have a 100-student cap.

All lost and found items will be donated on April 1. Please come by outside of the main office and retrieve all water bottles, lunch boxes, pencil cases, and clothing!

If you see a language listed on SIS for next year, it is inaccurate. You will not know which language you are placed in until your new schedules come out in early September 2024 before the next school year starts. Please do not pay attention to anything regarding your modern language choice on SIS until your official schedule is released in the fall. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Kelley in 256 (across from 219).

The Register is accepting original art and literature for the spring issue. Use the portal on SIS—submissions are accepted until April 12th.

Are you a future leader with an interest in making a difference? Are you interested in developing their skills and broadening their understanding of global issues? The United Nations Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership may be the ideal setting for them to do just that (and more)!

mailchi.mp/unagb/registration-is-open-for-summer-785964?e=89ab2ca1dc

Please join the BLS March Book Madness

docs.google.com/document/d/1TNwDl_1xnq1SIEUphSyxzWWDzUh4zq-h/edit

The Tech office is moving to room 012, at the foot of the Main Office stairwell. We will complete the move before the April Break. Please continue to see us in the Tech area of the Library until the move is complete and we will give updates on the move’s progress.

The end of a school term can be incredibly stressful! While it is important to take care of ourselves year-round, here are some tips + tricks to help navigate the stress that arises before a big exam:

• Create a homework or study schedule and hold yourself to it.
•  Incorporate breaks into your study schedule. Our brains and our bodies need breaks!
•  Doing exercises like walking, going to the gym, or doing yoga can make your body release feel-good chemicals called endorphins. These can make you happy, help you focus better, and reduce stress.
•  Research shows that what you eat can impact your academic performance. Better nutrition is associated with improvements in staying on task and exam performance.

sites.google.com/bostonpublicschools.org/bls-mental-health-toolkit/navigating-finalsstandardized-test

Congratulations to BLS Team 1 Niamh Govender (II), Maya Koreth (II), Laura Nguyen (II), and Aliana Kowalczyk (III) for winning the state Academic World Quest with 83 points beating the next closest team by 20. BLS Team 2 Michelle Chen (II), Mirlynda Chen (II), and Salem Chen (II) had a strong performance coming in third place with 62 points. Up next, they will represent Massachusetts at the national championship in Washington D.C.!

Please note the PIC application deadline is March 31st. All applications must be in by midnight on 3/31/24. As a reminder this application should be completed if you are over the age of 16! We are currently recruiting students who are 16 years and older at this time.

application.bostonpic.org/Account

If you have any questions please reach out to me at erin.laverty@bostonpic.org

For those that have applied already- Great! Our team is working through all of the applications at this time, please be patient as we work on this.

Congratulations to the BLS Certamen Teams that competed in the Harvard National Invitational Tournament on Sat. 3/23! All four teams made finals at their respective levels. The results were as follows: Novice A (1st Place): Silas Rosenberger (V) – MVP, Lana Nguyen (V), Ellie Fung (V), Brian Xu (V) Novice B (3rd Place): Meilin Sha (V), Harry Dinh (V), Michael Bui (V), Kanav Vashishth (VI), Theo Neri (VI) Intermediate (3rd Place): Sophia Kowalczyk (IV), Weian Xue (IV), Audrey Kollett (IV), Jason Zhang (IV), Brynn Bennett (IV) Advanced (3rd Place): Biya Brook (I), Aidan Ormsby (I), Alex Xu (I), Andy Yu (III), Joseph Hemr (III)

My name is Maura Hatala and I’m doing my Senior Capstone Project on how the patriarchy influences women’s fashion. I created 12 runway garments that correlate to 12 research questions, and I will be showcasing my work on Thursday, March 29, at 7 pm in the Black Box (416). There will be a gallery walk, a runway show, and a Q&A! Fill out the form below to secure your seat!

bostonlatin.ticketleap.com/pohkets/

Student Council will once again offer peer-to-peer tutoring support before finals. On Monday, March 25 in Seevak and Tuesday, March 26 in the Dining Hall from 2:30-3:30 pm, volunteer BLS student tutors will be available to tutor fellow students in a variety of subjects. Show up if you want assistance. Popcorn and Jolly Ranchers will be provided.

Join BLS LAB in room 329 at 2:30 pm on Monday 3/25 and Monday 4/8 for a two-part mini-lecture series with Boston University PhD students! These virtual sessions aim to provide a glimpse into the diverse research areas within neuroscience, emphasizing the distinction and overlap between systems and cognitive neuroscience. Whether you’re interested in the biochemical basis of behavior or mathematical modeling of neural data, these brief mini-talks will offer valuable perspectives and information on pursuing a career in neuroscience. Presentations will be followed by a Q&A session, offering insights into related academic paths and research opportunities–particularly in undergraduate. All are welcome to attend, feel free to bring a friend and questions!

It is okay to feel sad. Our feelings always change, no matter how old we are or what support systems we have. Everyone feels sad sometimes. We may use different words to talk about feeling sad such as depressed, distressed, feeling blue, hurt, down, meh, unhappy, unmotivated, etc. We may also feel sad for various reasons such as having trouble with friendships, fighting with a family member, grief, doing poorly on an exam, being sick, etc.

Some ways to manage feeling sad:

• – Get active and move your body. Movement can help you manage any negative emotions that build up throughout the day.
• – Pair something you enjoy with the task you are lacking motivation for
• – Connect with your friends and family. Sometimes just talking through your emotions with a trusted friend can help relieve some negative feelings.

Check out our Mental Health Toolkit to learn more about emotions related to sadness and ways to manage it.

sites.google.com/bostonpublicschools.org/bls-mental-health-toolkit/i-feel-sad

The BLS Big Band won a Gold Medal at the MAJE State Finals on Saturday, and Justin Gao, their trombonist, was recognized as an Outstanding Musician.

Looking to get henna done? Join BLS Desi for Henna Week from Wednesday 3/20 to Friday 3/22! Doors will open at 2:30 in room 307. You can pick from a selection of designs, and prices will range from $5-$10 depending on size. We will also be collaborating with ISBL to educate everyone on Ramadan on Thursday! Students and faculty are welcome!

A reminder for Class V students: 4th public declamation will be held on Monday, March 25 during the R1/R2 period. Please follow your teachers’ directions once you reach the auditorium so that we can get started quickly. Thanks in advance for supporting this time-honored BLS tradition!

The City of Boston’s 2024 Youth Jobs and Resource Fair happens this Saturday, March 23 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Complex, 1350 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02120.

Youth can register for this free event which has been arranged to connect them to onsite summer workforce development opportunities through engaging with employers, onsite job placement, career development workshops, youth and family resources, free food, giveaways, and more.

www.eventbrite.com/e/city-of-boston-2024-youth-jobs-resource-fair-tickets-761412293667?utm_source=Youth%20Employment%20and%20Opportunity&utm_campaign=YEO%20Weekly%208/10&utm_medium=email

Please note that the lunch schedule will rotate on Monday, March 18. Effective Monday and through the rest of the school year, the schedule will be:

• First Lunch: English, Modern Language, Arts and Music
• Second Lunch: Classics, History, Humanities, Senior Seminar
• Third Lunch: Math, Science

We want to remind young people of the importance of clearing tables completely at the conclusion of lunch.

Attention all aspiring writers! The Veracium, our school’s political news source, is looking for new talent to join our team. If you’re interested in politics and journalism, this is a great opportunity to get involved. Join us and help shape the conversation on school grounds. Apply now to be a part of The Veracium!” Contact vote.bls@gmail.com for more information.

Come audition for BLS Theatre Company’s production of Mean Girls: The Musical. Auditions are March 26 and 27 after school. Sign up for a specific audition time on the Bulletin Board across from the Black Box (416) Ask Mr. Gels jgels@bostonpublicschools.org if you have any questions at all.

Wolfpack Volunteers is having a fun event where we will be making some DIY stickers! And you will get an hour of community service! You will get an electronic pass for W-block on March 20 only if you fill out the form If you are interested please fill out this by Tuesday

link:docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdB2xoI8Vjw2RrUWY1_suwAebgzO89wg05fIPTvV0crSE36wA/viewform

All varsity athletes in Class I are welcome to apply for the Paul Costello (Former BLS Athletic Director and Football Coach) Athletic Director’s Scholarship given out by the Dual County League. Applications are available in Coach Owens’ office. Monetary value is determined by the number of recipients in the league. Deadline is 4/1

Deadline: March 31st

Interviews will start in mid-April for summer positions. After March 31st there will be VERY limited companies that are still accepting applications.

Declamation has a long and rich history here at Boston Latin School. It is also very natural to feel nervous about Declamation. Most students feel at least a few jitters, some feel more, and some feel lots of jitters. How nervous you feel could be related to your past experiences with presentations, how often you have practiced, whether you experience anxiety in other situations, or many other factors.

Our minds often trick us with excessive worries that aren’t quite true, although our mind takes them to be true. We call these “Declamation Distortions. Some examples are: “I did awful”, “I kept stumbling over all of my words”, “Everyone thinks I’m stupid and boring”, “If I mess up, no one will want to be my friend”, “I’m going to forget my lines”, “I shouldn’t make any mistakes”.

Check out our Mental Health Toolkit to learn more about these Declamation Distortions and ways to tackle them

sites.google.com/bostonpublicschools.org/bls-mental-health-toolkit/declamation-jitters

If you are interested in helping fundraise for the junior prom, there will be a meeting in room 208 after school on Thursday 3/21. All juniors are welcome to attend! Bring your ideas and enthusiasm.

Join BLS LAB on Monday, March 18th in room 329 at 2:30 pm to hear from a Boston University biology professor! Kale Hartmann has researched DNA and is currently a lecturer in genetics, introductory biology, and cell biology! Come by and learn about her work and feel free to bring any questions! All are welcome, we hope to see you there!

Greetings from the BLS Irish Culture Club! Join us for our much-anticipated annual St. Patrick’s Day gathering this Friday, held in room 215. We’re serving up an array of delights including pizza, drinks, and desserts. Plus, don’t miss out on our festive costume contest—showcase your best green attire for a chance to win! Prizes include a $25 Amazon gift card for the first-place winner. Please note: you must be present to claim the first-place prize. For second and third place, simply DM us on the day at @blsirishcultureclub with a photo in your most vibrant green outfit. Bring your friends and make this an event to remember!

Attention all students and faculty! Get ready to witness the talents of our amazing faculty members at our upcoming Faculty Talent Show on Friday, March 15th from 2:30 – 4:00 pm in the auditorium.

This is your chance to see your favorite teachers and staff members showcase their skills and entertain us all. With an impressive lineup of acts, ranging from singing to stepping to a faculty fashion show, this talent show promises to be an event to remember.

Tickets are available at $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Be sure to grab your tickets from your senior class officers, Ms. Encarnacao (108) or Ms. Sarkis (208) early. This is an event you don’t want to miss out on!

So, come out and support your faculty, have fun with your peers, and enjoy an afternoon of laughter and entertainment. We hope to see you all there!

Congratulations to 33 BLS students who competed hard at the DECA State Competition on March 8, testing their business acumen against 2,000 students from across MA. The following students qualified for the national competition in April in Anaheim, CA – Sophia Fortuin (IV), Rahul Bansal (III), Mary Deng (III), and Roan Wilcox (II).

Play Ultimate! Play for a Boston club ultimate (frisbee) team this spring, organized by the Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA). No experience is required! Ultimate is a team sport with a lot of action and no referees. Experienced coaches will teach players the skills and the rules, and the high school team will play against other area high schools. For more information, go to www.buda.org/en_us/e/boston-grades-9-12-early-spring-ultimate-2024.

Ramadan Mubarak!

In consultation with the Boston Public Schools Office of Equity and our state guidance, we must support our students to observe their faith while doing our best to ensure they will not miss any instruction.

Beginning this Monday, March 12th, we will have space available in the library for those who want to pray either during their assigned lunch time or immediately after school at 2:15. All students will be expected to be present in their classes so they do not miss any instruction time.

In addition, for students who will be fasting, starting March 12, the library has been reserved for you as an alternative space to spend the lunch period for the duration of Ramadan.

As always, please reach out to your guidance counselor with any questions or concerns. We wish a safe, happy, and generous Ramadan to all members of our community who observe the holiday.

Congratulations, Ailin Sha

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Belle of the Ball in partnership with Anton’s Cleaners cleans and distributes prom dresses and provides related accessories at no charge to high school juniors and seniors who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend their school’s prom.

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to your school counselor to inquire about this opportunity. DEADLINE: Friday March 15.

Here’s a video description of the program:

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tuesday,  March 12th, for teacher professional development and Fri. 3/15 for the annual Student-Faculty Talent Show.

Students must vacate the dining hall at 7:25 each morning to prepare for the National Latin Exam each morning, beginning Monday, March 11th through Friday, March 15th.

We are now accepting applications for our High School Medical Academy Program (formerly known as STEM & Science Pathways Program)

This program is designed to empower and support immigrant students passionate about STEM and health sciences. Participants will gain valuable hands-on experience, enhance their resumes, and prepare for future academic and career pursuits in STEM and health sciences.   Program Highlights: Start date: March 25th Duration: 10 weeks Curriculum: Comprehensive hybrid learning experience Final Project: Research project presentation Stipend: $15 per hour for 10 hours per week Application form: forms.gle/Si4FcfAMmWreLFxz7  Important note: students will be selected on a rolling basis, so we strongly encourage students to apply as soon as possible to increase their chances of being accepted. Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for our program, students must:

Be currently enrolled in 10th or 11th grade at a local high school. Be immigrant students living in the City of Boston. Exhibit a demonstrated interest in STEM and health sciences. Have a desire to pursue higher education and careers in STEM and health science fields. Important Dates:

Application Deadline: March 10th Program Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Please let me know if you have any questions or if there are any additional details or materials you may need from us.

Boston Public Library is offering a free 5-week SAT prep course starting on March 18th. The class has a limit of 30 students. For more information click here.

drive.google.com/file/d/1Xb5xmAdthuviKZt6RGGLWKoHAO4bkMoM/view?usp=drive

The Teacher Cadet Summer Academy is a paid summer development program for rising 9th-grade through 2024 high school graduates. Students will participate in 2 classes per day focused on arts & music, civic engagement, graphic design, and political speech. These courses, taught by our college intern cohort, are designed to educate students and inspire a natural passion for education. Pedagogical practices employed by our facilitators are far from the norm in public secondary education, taking a more discussion and independent research-based method of personal exploration and developing criticality.

See the attached flyer for more information. Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9o1iduycZouxDkG-91XasXpy8FXrZ06XBLugaMYYwNsmXag/viewform

Catie’s Closet is looking for new and gently used clothing in youth sizes 4-16 and teen sizes XS-2XL. All donations will be distributed to nearby schools and community centers to bring confidence to local underprivileged students. One hour of community service will be rewarded for donations if a photo is submitted to Inner View. If you have any questions feel free to email akriscenski@bostonk12.org.

The collection area is at the big yellow box in front of the main office with Catie’s Closet flyer taped above it.

Have you always wanted to learn how to play spades? Do you already know how to play, but want to learn some tips, such as how to talk across the table without getting caught, then come to the next BLS BLACK club meeting on Thursday, March 14 at 2:30 PM in Room 114. If you want to learn the meaning of a “Boston”, and we’re not talking about the city, then WE WANT YOU! All students are welcome to come by after school this week. If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Pinchem (cpinchem@bostonpublicschools.org) or Mrs. Metayer (rdelormemetayer@bostonpublicschools.org)

The BLS moot court team competed in an international competition over the weekend. Emily Yu and Michelle Chen won top speaker awards, and the team of Amirah Redwing and Ruth Gelaye finished as quarterfinalists.

Please join us in congratulating our BLS Citywide STEM Fair winners! Please click the links below to see the Junior and Senior Fairs winners. We will keep you posted on our students’ progress at the Massachusetts State Engineering Fair (MSEF) Senior State Fair at Gillette Stadium on April 5, 2024, and the MSEF Junior Fair at Worcester Technical High School on May 11, 2024. Go Wolfpack!

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Hello from the BLS Recycling Committee! Nature’s Knitwear is a student-run company under Junior Achievement selling crewneck sweatshirts with different animal designs. A portion of the profits from each sweatshirt is donated to conservation efforts for that animal. For example, some of the profits from the hammerhead shark design sweatshirts go to the Shark Stewards organization. The other sweatshirt designs are currently red panda and elephant. They are available in black, white, and beige. You can buy a sweatshirt at natures-knitwear.square.site/s/shop or learn more about Nature’s Knitwear on their website homepage here: natures-knitwear.square.site Follow them on Instagram (@naturesknitwear) and TikTok (@natures.knitwear)! Email jacp.avanade@gmail.com with any questions.

Happy March! Throughout the month, we will be going through different topics found in our Student Mental Health Toolkit. Let’s talk a little about anxiety this week.

Everyone feels anxious, nervous, or scared sometimes. Anxiety is our body’s normal reaction to perceived danger or threat around us. Our body must have an internal alarm system to tell us when we need to prepare for danger and to start to prepare to respond to that danger. It motivates us to practice for our soccer game or to study for our exams.

Our first reaction to anxiety is often to avoid whatever thing we’re feeling anxious about. We feel immediate relief from anxiety when we avoid it, but in the long term, we feel more anxious. You might say, “Next time, I promise I’ll do it!” But next time, your body will remember how good it felt to avoid, and it will be that much more difficult to do the things you are anxious about. You’ll also miss out on the good that can come from things that we might be anxious about at first (like meeting new people, joining a new club, or learning a new skill).

Check out our Student Mental Health Toolkit to learn more about what anxiety is and to learn some strategies to calm your mind and body.

sites.google.com/bostonpublicschools.org/bls-mental-health-toolkit/i-feel-anxious

Want to see your math or science teachers get PIED in the face? If so, find a Catapulta officer or Venmo @jessiewang22 from now until 8 AM Thursday, March 14th to cast votes for your teacher of choice! Pi Day tickets include a vote, slice of pie, and admission to the Pi reciting contest and pie-ing, all for $3. Individual votes for teachers alone cost $1. On Pi Day (3/14), the winner of the Pi reciting contest will pick the teacher with the most votes in the dining hall after school.

Votes are available for purchase now. Starting Wednesday, March 6th, tickets will be sold on the 11th, 12th, and 13th in the main lobby during lunch periods and after school or from any Catapulta officer at any time.

Digital purchases of Pi Day tickets can be made here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbqZvB8GJhPyTLzDC35uFF1sdiCBrSi6nWHhQ8mO-uUTsACg/viewform?usp=sf_link

The New England High School Journalism Collaborative is excited to announce that we will hold our all-expense-paid summer workshop for students interested in journalism for the 37th year.

The 2024 workshop dates are June 22 – June 29, 2024.

The program is intended for students who are from traditionally underserved populations. Some preference is given to current juniors and seniors in high school.

Students will work out of a newsroom at Simmons University in Boston and learn to report, write, edit a newspaper, and produce multimedia projects for a website. They will be assigned stories, do interviews, and be exposed to working on a deadline to create their newspaper.

Applications are due on April 12 Find more information here: nehsjc.org/summer-workshop/

BLS Theatre is having 2 more encore performances of PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE which won at the preliminaries of the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival. All-Star Awards for acting went to

• Z Colimon
• Jude Cannon
• Ofira Lam

All-Star Awards for tech went to The Entire Sound Screw

• Griffin Berry
• Julia Sax
• Jennifer Okwesa
• Brenda Mercado
• Catherine Cox

The Projections Design Crew

• Tegan Trueblood
• Alexa Schmitt

Thursday, March 7, and Friday, March 8 at 3 pm in preparation for the semifinals. In the black box $3 for students and $8 for adults. Tickets at our. show/please leave

The semifinals will be at Weymouth Middle School Chapman at 9:30 am on March 9. Tickets are $15 for the whole day.

Congratulations to Hanley Ensdorf (II) and Max Howard (II) for their top results at Wednesday afternoon’s chess club tournament. Both ended with a 4-0 result after 5 rounds of blitz chess.

The Boston PIC application is now open! Please use the link below to start your application. If you have any questions regarding your application or the application processes, please come see me or email me at erin.laverty@bostonpic.org

application.bostonpic.org/Account

The Senior Transition Group is accepting referrals. This group will be a safe place for graduating students to learn and share strategies. Topics include stress and schedule management, career development plans, and a safe space to share emotions and thoughts about moving on from BLS. Please submit referrals to the attached Google form. Contact Ginnelle Vasquez, LICSW (gvasquez@bostonpublicschools.org) with questions. This group will run during school hours.

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Who’s someone with a lot of brains and talent? Besides yourself, it’s the faculty! On March 15th, in the auditorium after school, the faculty decided to share their gifts with you in the Annual Faculty Talent Show! Tickets will cost $5 throughout the coming weeks, but at the door on Friday, the 15th, will cost $7. Bring your friends and tell your peers about it because you can’t miss what the faculty has in store this year. We hope to see you there!

Congratulations to Luc Vulliez (Class II) for winning 3rd place in the varsity division of the New England History Bee Championship and to Kevin Wang (Class II) and Benjamin Leung (Class III) for reaching finals in the varsity and junior varsity divisions of the Bee, respectively.

If you are interested in History Bee or History Bowl, please email blshistoryclub@gmail.com or pop by 018 (near the library) on Fridays after school!

The BLS Big Band received a Gold medal Rating for 23 years in a row at the MAJE Coastal District Festival, Kenny Kotsclilis, Justin Gao and Cynthia Francis received outstanding musicianship awards. The MVP for Division 1 was awarded to Carina Szocik for her outstanding piano playing.

BACKGROUND:

The Red Sox Scholars is a college success program that awards a $10,000 college scholarship to 12 Boston Public School 7th graders each year. The Foundation then provides academic, professional, and social support to students for at least the next nine years to ensure they graduate from college with as little debt as possible and are prepared to enter the workforce and feel part of a family of resources for years to come!

ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY:

• Legally enrolled as a full-time 7th-grade student in the Boston Public School District or at a Boston Public Charter School for School Year 2023-24
• Demonstrate strong academic potential
• Demonstrate strong financial need
• Must be able to attend an in-person interview on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Fenway Park

APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

The 2024 Red Sox Scholars Application is attached.  It can also be downloaded from our website.  As you’ll see, the application is a fillable PDF document to simplify the process.  Students must save the document to their computer first, which will give them the ability to type directly into the application.  Completed applications must be emailed to RedSoxScholars@redsox.com no later than Thursday, February 29, 2024.

• As in the past, if you’d like a Red Sox Foundation representative to speak to your students, we’d be happy to make arrangements to do so.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Emily McGrail at emcgrail@redsox.com.

March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate by participating in Ladies Collective’s Spirit Week. All proceeds from selling the teal ribbons ($1) will go towards a domestic violence shelter. Starting Monday (3/4), you can buy them from a Ladies Collective Officer or during lunch (Lilly Butler Class I, Penelope Duff-Wender Class II, Mae Noonan Class II, and Anita Mei Class IV).

• Monday (3/4): Wear something to honor a favorite female role model
• Tuesday (3/5): Wear a rainbow to promote gender/sexuality inclusivity
• Wednesday (3/6): Wear Pink
• Thursday (3/7): Wear a teal ribbon to support Domestic Violence Awareness
• Friday (3/8): Wear purple, yellow, or white (colors of the National Women’s Party)

We still have a few of the new BLS BLACK t-shirts for sale. The cost is $25. Feel free to stop by Room 114 before or after school to pick one up.

Submissions due: Thurs., 3/7. Tryouts: Thurs., 3/14 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. Declaim a passage or abridged version from a poem, speech, book, essay, or play, not to exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. Please complete this GOOGLE FORM. The assembly is scheduled for Monday., 3/25 during R1/R2 and the audience will be Class V.

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Please excuse the following seniors on March 7th. They are going to the Calderwood Pavilion to see a play. Students are instructed to see teachers about work missed. Thank you!

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Internship preview days for PIC summer internships!! Attending these will give you priority access to PIC summer internships- register and sign up. They are on ZOOM.

drive.google.com/file/d/1Q5U-NaneRNNf4IQx5V48J2P_Pa-qebgy/view?usp=sharing

Are you looking for a Spanish language learning summer service opportunity? Check out Amigos. Several BLS students have had positive experiences with their summer programs in Latin America. More information here.

amigosinternational.org/summer-programs/

The Judicial Youth Corps (JYC), sponsored by the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts, is an educational summer internship that teaches students about the Massachusetts court system and the rule of law. Students work four days a week in one of the Suffolk County courts and spend one full day in law-related educational sessions. Interns are taught and mentored by judges, lawyers, clerks, probation officers, and other court personnel who volunteer their time in educational sessions or as work supervisors. Students also can opt to participate in a mock trial in the Federal Court in August.

Apply using this link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYYFrfto0yYKygpcachIQIRu7EG59Tt2Qc7llLgiyU4W8jag/viewform

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Questions should be directed to youthcorps2024@gmail.com

Are you up for some madness? On Friday, March 8th, we will host a 5v5 basketball tournament in the upper gym! Teams of 5 will compete against other teams of 5 in a single elimination tournament. One loss and your team gets eliminated. These games will be half-court games until the final two teams remain and compete in a full-court game. This competition is open to all grades. In addition, teams can consist of students from different grade levels. The prize will be $25 gift cards of your choice for each player involved. The event is free, so invite your friends! Let’s play ball!

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Class I students are reminded to have at least 100 hours of community service entered on Innerview before May 1. Students with 250+ hours can wear the green community service cord at graduation.

Hello to BLS chess players of all abilities! BLS Chess is back from the break and ready to host another tournament! Join us on March 6th for an exciting afternoon of chess playing with a welcoming community in the Seevak room after school (information and sign up on Google form below.)

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc27mZiYv6k_Enosjn5_TrseAfT56HjidcQZkW81d50wZ8_EQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you!

BLS Chess

Students Advocating for Solutions for Mass and Cass (SASMC) is hosting the team that is responsible for building Boston’s first Pallet housing community to help unhoused people in Boston get off of the streets and into their first steps toward drug recovery and permanent housing. Please join us during W-block on 3/6 in room 307 to learn more about how this community was built and how it is sustained! Email Ms. Bowles at powens@bostonpublicschools.org to get a pass to attend for W-block.

During this six-week summer program, Fellows also participate in courses that focus on civil rights, writing, and public speaking. In addition, Fellows meet community leaders, take tours of local colleges, and visit organizations that facilitate the college application process.

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The Pathway Initiative supports students who wish to pursue a medical career through hands-on experience and mentorship. There are 2 programs.

1. High School Medical Academy: a spring after-school program Deadline: March 10 Duration: March 25 for 10 weeks, Monday through Thursday, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Application: forms.gle/Si4FcfAMmWreLFxz7 Stipend: $15 per hour for 10 hours per week Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for the high school medical academy, students must: Be currently enrolled in 10th or 11th grade at a local high school. Be immigrant students living in the City of Boston. Exhibit a demonstrated interest in STEM and health sciences. Have a desire to pursue higher education and/or careers in STEM and health sciences fields.

2. Summer Internship Program Deadline: March 10 Duration: June 17 – August 30, 2024 Application form: forms.gle/GgK8XuZzAe4Ph3do8 Open to High School students ages 15-18 years Stipend: $15/hr, up to 25 hrs/week Fields: Medicine, Health Sciences, STEM Eligibility Criteria: Boston residents and a limited number of non-Boston residents, focus on underrepresented and socio-economically disadvantaged students, eligibility to work in the USA required

forms.gle/Si4FcfAMmWreLFxz7 and forms.gle/GgK8XuZzAe4Ph3do8

Got a story to tell? The Topol Fellows are hosting their annual MOTH day on April 12th, where members of the BLS community tell meaningful personal stories. They can be funny, poignant, or somewhere in between, but they tell the story of who we are! Auditions will be held March 11th-13th after school (Mon-Wed). Come prepared with a 10-minute story (does not need to be memorized)! Sign up with this link:

bit.ly/2024mothauditions

JA Company Program Pop-Up teaches students practical skills to plan, launch, and operate their own business using experiential learning. Students will collaborate, make crucial business decisions, develop sales/marketing plans, and ultimately launch a pop-up business at BLS. A volunteer from Santander Bank will teach the curriculum, created by Junior Achievement, every Tuesday after school (2:30-3:30) from March 5 to April 23, meeting at BLS. Learn more about the program HERE. Email Mr. Levesque with questions and to sign up (jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org). Class II-IV.

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Teen JUST-US is a summer social justice program for Jewish teens. They are looking for current 10th and 11th graders. Students work at an internship at a not-for-profit organization (3 days per week) along with a cohort experience (2 days per week) where they learn together and engage in service days. Teens get a $1000 stipend at the end of the summer for completion of the program.

For more information on how to apply, see below:

www.tisrael.org/teen-just-us-Boston

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If you plan to attend the BLS Hockey Playoff games this weekend, please note that only digital tickets are accepted in the Round of 16. Please go to gofan.co/app/school/MA14517 to purchase tickets.

Open to all grades! Tryouts will be held on Thursday, 3/14 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. You may declaim a passage or abridged version of a poem, speech, book, essay, or play. The duration of the text may not exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If interested and for more information, please complete this GOOGLE FORM. Submissions are due on Thurs., 3/7. The assembly is scheduled for Monday., 3/25 during R1/R2 and the audience will be Class V.

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Please note changes to the previously posted Middle School Basketball Tryout Schedule:

Wednesday 2/28

Girls – 2:30 Lower Gym

Boys – 4:30 Upper Gym

Thursday 2/29

Girls – 3:30 Upper Gym

Friday 3/1

Boys – 2:30 Upper Gym

Huge congratulations to Steven Miall ‘II who beat out 313 competitors to capture the Gold in Cadet Men’s Foil at the 2024 Junior Olympics last week in Charlotte, North Carolina. You can see Steven’s inspirational interview here. Gratulationes, Steven!

The 2024 World War II: Portraits of Service Awards Submit an original essay, report, eulogy, poem, song, mini-podcast, or mini-documentary profiling the sacrifices, strengths, and legacies of a World War II Veteran who was honorably laid to rest in an NCA national, state, territorial, or tribal Veterans cemetery.

Award Value: $500

Number of Prizes: 10

Eligibility: Students in Grades 6–12

Submission Deadline: 8:00 a.m. ET on Friday, May 3, 2024

More information and the application are here.

www.gilderlehrman.org/veterans-legacy-program/student-contest

Congratulations & Thank You!

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Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a unique opportunity hosted by McKinsey & Company where students learn about strategic thinking, problem-solving, consulting, and business careers while assisting a Boston non-profit with a complex, real-world problem. YLF is a free, two-day workshop offered by Boston area consultants on April 5 and April 6 (Friday/Saturday) for members of Class I-III. Both days require attendance, and students’ absence will be excused on April 5. Apply at theyouthleadershipforum.com. Send questions to ylf_boston@mckinsey.com. Click HERE for the 2024 YLF flyer. The application deadline is this Wednesday, Feb 28, 11:59 pm.

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Eastern Bank is looking to hire students as seasonal bank tellers for summer jobs. An information session will be held in the Memorabilia Room on January 28th at 2:30 PM. Check out the flyer below for more information.

drive.google.com/file/d/11-WmO9RIy–e0wywnetUhO685UpvrOMS/view?usp=sharing

If you are part of a Boston Latin School club and would like your club’s picture in the yearbook, please email a clear photo of the club’s officers and seniors to mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org.

The cost of a club photo in the yearbook is $60. We are accepting cash, checks, and Venmo (@blsyearbook1653). Please make your check payable to Boston Latin School and bring it to Ms. Stiven in room 014. Please reach out if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. The now extended deadline to submit both the photo and payment is Friday, March 1st, 2024. If payment is a concern for your organization, please reach out to me via email.

If you have sent an email in the past and I didn’t respond, make sure you sent it to mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org. It was brought to my attention that my email was wrong in previous announcements.

Welcome back, students! As we re-enter school after February break, and shift from a “break” mindset to a “school” mindset, there are a few executive functioning tricks we can do to help with the transition.

1. Revisit and re-establish your school routines! Our brains thrive on stable and consistent routines and expectations. Write down your schedule and a to-do list to help visualize your tasks. Think about important dates and deadlines to prioritize what order the tasks need to be completed based on the level of importance.

2. Slowly incorporate your responsibilities! For most, not only is school resuming but other activities such as sports, arts, work, etc. To help the transition not feel too overwhelming, use a visual timer and block schedule to manage your time. Don’t forget to create time for self-care tasks and preferred activities during this time too.

3. Be gentle with yourself! Transitions are hard and things are not going to feel the same as they did before break. It may take a minute for the academic momentum to return so be patient with yourself.

We are so happy to see you back at BLS!

BLS BLACK is partnering with ZaZ Restaurant on Friday, March 1 for the Black History Month Showcase. Their food truck will be parked in front of the school from 2:30 – 4:30 PM to provide delicious Caribbean, Latin, and Asian fusion dishes for the BLS community.

If you’d like to preorder your food and have it ready for pick up at 2:30 PM, please complete this form and submit your payment via Venmo @Black-Atbls OR Cash App $Blackatbls by Friday, March 1, 2024 @ noon. You may also purchase food directly from the truck as well. Accepted payments include cash, Cash App, and Venmo.

Before you enjoy the best student showcase of the year, come taste the best Caribbean fusion food in Boston. If you have any questions, email blackatbls@gmail.com.

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Tickets are now on sale for the upcoming BLS BLACK Annual Black History Month Showcase on Friday, March 1 at 6:00 PM in the Auditorium. Tickets are $7 in advance and will increase to $10 at the door. We encourage you to buy your tickets early from any BLS BLACK Officer or stop by Rooms 014 or 114. This year’s theme is Afrofuturism and will show will feature performances from the BLS Gospel Choir, BLS Step Squad, student spoken word artists, singers, and models, and special guests OrigiNations. This show will be out of this world! Get your tickets now!

Celebrate Black History Month with style!! BLS B.L.A.C.K. (Black Leaders Aspiring for Change and Knowledge) is setting aside the last week in February to continue the celebration of Black History Month with Spirit Week. Our theme for this year’s showcase is “Afro-Futurism”. We want to jump-start the week leading up to the most amazing and out-of-this-world show!

Each day, from Monday, February 26 – Friday, March 1, everyone will be allowed to dress up according to a celebratory theme. We aspire to create a fun way to highlight what it means to be part of the African diaspora, thus illustrating our pride, how far we’ve come, and how far we strive to go.

These are the designated themes for each day: Monday (02/26/24): – “Rep Your Roots! (Cultural Attire Day)”; The African diaspora is the worldwide collection of communities descended from people from Africa. Dress in cultural or heritage traditional attire.

Tuesday (02/27/24): “Dress Your Type Day!” – This day is an opportunity to dress as you’d look for in terms of style and fashion sense in a partner.

Wednesday (02/28/24): “Black Artist Day!” – Dress up as your favorite artists or wear clothes featuring your favorite artists, musicians, dancers, poets, painters, singers, stylists, etc.

Thursday (02/29/24): “Cookout Day!” – The Cookout is a metaphorical gathering of the black community. To receive an invite to the cookout, one must prove some sort of interest, love, and concern for the black community. On this day, dress in school-appropriate cookout attire or wear the same color as your favorite item to bring to the cookout. Ex. Wear all yellow for mac and cheese, wear all red for red soda, wear all blue for cool ranch Doritos. All are welcome to bring your favorite item with you to the BLS BLACK Club meeting on this day.

Friday (03/01/24): “Dress as Your Future Self Day!” – Dress up in a way that expresses you in the future.

We will meet at the alma mater statue at 2:25 each day for group photos to be posted on the Gram!

The Gilder Lehrman Institute is now accepting submissions for the 2024 David McCullough Essay Prizes. The contest has been recently overhauled and will recognize fourteen outstanding high school student research and interpretive essays with cash prizes of up to $5,000.

www.gilderlehrman.org/programs-and-events/student-opportunities/david-mccullough-essay-prizes

The annual mandatory Spring Sports Preseason Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 29. Students will attend the athletic director’s presentation from 2:30 – 3 in the auditorium and then attend sport-specific meetings from 3 – 3:30. All candidates for a spring sport must attend this meeting. This is a requirement for all candidates, only exceptions are for student-athletes who will still be participating in a winter sport or prior exception granted by the athletic director.

Correction to a previous communication regarding middle school basketball tryouts. Tryouts will be on Wednesday 2/28 and Thursday 2/29 in the Upper gym. All members of Class V and VI who were not on the Varsity or JV roster this past season are welcome to try out.

Wednesday: Boys 2:30, Girls 4:00

Thursday: Girls 2:30, Boys 4:00

PLEASE LEAVE (a message) is an experimental theatre that uses a multimedia presentation of live camera recording, karaoke, and sound media to explore the nature of messages and the ones we leave behind for future generations. Thursday, February 29 at 3 pm and 7 pm Friday, March 1 at 3 pm $3 for students and $8 for adults In the Black Box

We will be at Framingham High School at 11:15 am on March 2 for the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival. Tickets are $10 for the entire day of the festival. Wish us luck in this competition.

NHS decision letters for Class I (juniors) were distributed to homerooms on Wednesday, 2/14. Students should check with their HR teachers if they applied but did not hear back. Applicants should be sure to read their decision letters carefully, as they contain important next steps for inductees and feedback in the case of non-selection. Questions? See Mr. Finnigan (office 169B) before school or email pfinnigan2@bostonpublicschools.org. Class II (junior) decisions were distributed last week.

Congratulations to the finalists of the Third Public Declamation:

First Place: Tiaraoluwa Adesoro (I)

Second Place: Creighton Bannitt (I) & Mark Snekvic (II)

Third Place: Jessie Wang (I)

Ladies Collective has a period products drive! 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!

Are you interested in joining the Capstone course next year? This course for highly motivated seniors enables students to develop advanced research, writing, and presentation skills while grappling with essential questions in the STEM and Humanities fields. It will pull together and further refine the skills that students have developed and advanced in all courses during their Boston Latin School education. Students will self-select their topic, and produce a 7-10 page research paper, as well as a Capstone project and presentation over the year. Please submit the Capstone application linked here and choose the course during your selection process. If you have questions feel free to contact Ms. Bateman or Ms. Bowles!

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Got a story to tell? The Topol Fellows are hosting their annual MOTH day on April 12th, where members of the BLS community tell meaningful personal stories. They can be funny, poignant, or somewhere in between, but they tell the story of who we are! Auditions will be held March 11th-13th after school (Mon-Wed). Come prepared with a 10-minute story (does not need to be memorized)! Sign up with this link:

bit.ly/2024mothauditions

The Jane Street Academy of Math and Programming is a five-week summer program for graduating high school seniors who have experienced barriers to advanced STEM education and are excited to further their studies within math and computer science.

TO APPLY AND LEARN MORE, VISIT www.janestreet.com/AMP

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 13, 2024

WHO: AMP is for 2024 high school graduates who are interested in math and computer science, and have experienced barriers in accessing advanced STEM educational opportunities

Participants must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. without a visa sponsorship.

WHEN: Late June – Early August 2024

WHERE: New York City

COST: No-cost program; Jane Street will cover all tuition and fees, travel, housing, and meals $5000 SCHOLARSHIP: Every AMP attendee will receive this award to support future educational opportunities

Questions about AMP? Email us at academy@janestreet.com.

www.janestreet.com/join-jane-street/programs-and-events/amp/

This essay contest is a tribute to Israel “Izzy” Arbeiter z”l, who survived the Holocaust against all odds and lost most of his family, who were murdered by Nazis. He was a past president of the American Association of Jewish Holocaust Survivors of Greater Boston. Izzy Arbeiter passed away in October of 2021. His essay contest will continue to be a part of his incredible legacy. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to write a 400-800 word essay on the attached topics Essays will be judged on originality, knowledge, style, and depth.

Luke Joseph, Co-President and member of Class I designed the newest BLS B.L.A.C.K. t-shirt. Members of the BLS community can order a t-shirt, a long-sleeved t-shirt, or a hoodie with this same design. If you would like to place an order, complete this form and submit your payment via Venmo @Black-Atbls OR Cash App $Blackatbls by Friday, February 16, 2024. The estimated delivery date is 2 weeks, once we receive at least 48 orders, just in time to wear at the Black History Month Showcase. If you have any questions, email blackatbls@gmail.com.

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There will be no Latin drop-in tutoring on Wednesday 2/14 and Thursday 2/15. Tutoring will resume after the February break.

PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR GUARDIAN IF APPLICABLE: Orientation Workshop for Foreign-Trained Professionals The African Bridge Network (ABN) will be conducting orientation workshops designed for non-US trained professionals in Massachusetts who want to connect with a supportive network and gain valuable insights into successfully integrating into the US workforce.

These workshops, held in and around Boston throughout 2024, are tailored to introduce participants to professional mentors and provide invaluable resources for career development.

Workshop Topics
· Legal immigrant status and visa compliance
· Job search strategies and workplace culture in the US
· Building a successful career in the American professional landscape
· Accessing healthcare, education, and social services
· Finding suitable housing and understanding lease agreements
· Managing personal finances, including financial literacy and budgeting

For a comprehensive list of 2024 workshop dates, locations, and registration information, please visit ABN’s Orientation Workshop webpage here: africanbn.org/ow/

As a reminder, homework is not to be assigned during the February vacation (February 19-23) as delineated in the Student Handbook (page 15). Any homework that is assigned and due on Tuesday, February 27, should not exceed the usual 30-minute expectation (45 minutes for AP courses). We wish the entire BLS community a relaxing and restorative break.

Evan Ding (Class III) was selected as a National STEM Champion in the 2023-2024 National STEM Challenge Last week, Evan Ding (Class III) was selected as a National STEM Champion in the 2023-2024 National STEM Challenge. As a winner, Evan has won an all-expense-paid trip to the National STEM Festival in Washington, D.C., co-presented by the U.S. Department of Education. A special announcement was made in a live interview on CBS News Boston on Feb 06.

www.cbsnews.com/boston/video/local-students-and-national-stem-champs-show-off-award-winning-experiment/

The City Spotlights Leadership Program is a summer youth employment program that will hire up to 30 Teen Leaders, ages 14-18, specializing in an area of the performing arts (dance, music, or acting) to use the arts for social change in their communities. Teen Leaders work collaboratively to create original performance and arts-based community engagement opportunities connected to social change. Teen Leaders deepen their facilitation and job readiness skills; engage Boston residents in meaningful dialogue about social change, and operate as agents of change in their communities.

Teen Leaders will be $15 for up to 25 hours per week. Teen Leaders will meet on Mondays-Thursdays from 9:30 am-4:30 pm and Fridays from 9:30 am-1:30 pm (schedule is subject to change) for up to 25 hours. per week. They will receive arts and leadership training in preparation for a Final Showcase performance and community engagement efforts. We anticipate rehearsals will start on July 8, 2024 through August 16, 2024.

There will be a workshop audition on Friday, February 23rd @12pm. Teens do not have to prepare anything, just sign up and participate! Register below:

www.surveymonkey.com/r/cslp_app2024

The College Counseling Team asks ALL Class I students to please fill out this brief form to help us identify students in need of assistance completing the FAFSA and those who have completed it. For students seeking help with the FAFSA, we encourage you to visit the Class of 2024 Official Website where you will find resources and help including FAFSA support during February vacation (2/20, 2/21, and 2/22 from 9 am-4 pm at BPS Central Office).

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Dear Classes VI and V:

Interested in being a Spelling Bee participant? If so, please complete the BLS Spelling Bee Registration Form by 2:30 p.m. Friday, February 16, 2024.

Ms. Thompson

English Dept Program Director

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Starting Monday 2/26, sign up using Oculus (just like you would use the library). You will scan in with your ID.

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tues. 2/13 for teacher professional development and Fri. 2/16 for February vacation.

Come to the Keefe Library to see our displays for Black History Month, Lunar New Year, and Valentine’s Day. Or visit our Wolfpack Reads! display to see what the library praefects have enjoyed; click on the link below to browse their blog for mysteries, cookbooks, horror, fantasy, and all your other favorites. Make sure you have a great book to read over February break!

libguides.bls.org/c.php?g=809833&p=8038206

RISE is a paid summer internship for Boston Public students- topics include, research, mentorship, and field trips- See the file below for more information!

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BACKGROUND:

The Red Sox Scholars is a college success program that awards a $10,000 college scholarship to 12 Boston Public School 7th graders each year. The Foundation then provides academic, professional, and social support to students for at least the next nine years to ensure they graduate from college with as little debt as possible and are prepared to enter the workforce – as well as feeling part of a family of resources for years to come!

ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY:

• Legally enrolled as a full-time 7th-grade student in the Boston Public School District or at a Boston Public Charter School for School Year 2023-24
• Demonstrate strong academic potential
• Demonstrate strong financial need
• Must be able to attend an in-person interview on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Fenway Park

APPLICATION SUBMISSION:

The 2024 Red Sox Scholars Application is attached.  It can also be downloaded from our website.  As you’ll see, to simplify the process the application is a fillable PDF document.  Students must save the document to their computer first, which will give them the ability to type directly into the application.  Completed applications must be emailed to RedSoxScholars@redsox.com no later than Thursday, February 29, 2024.

What is a Hackathon?

An exciting quick development and problem-solving event that brings all different backgrounds together to collaborate and engineer innovations and solve today’s problems.

Hackathon Break Down: Hacking

– A creative solution to a problem. Think of life hacks, a solution to an everyday life problem. Same thing here! Marathon – A “long” (in our case 9 hours) competition. Hacking + Marathon = Hackathon!

Date and Time: March 9th, 9 am – 6 pm

Location: BU Photonics Center

Eligibility: Students in grades 9-12. No prior experience is required; the event will consist of 10 workshops for participants of all levels

Prizes: Over $3,000+ in prizes available

Deadline: The registration deadline is February 11

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All lost and found items from January 1 – February 3, 2024 are located outside of the main office on the first floor. Please come and look for your water bottles, jackets, lunch boxes, etc. Items not claimed will be donated by this Monday, Feb 12, 2024.

Love is in the air, show that you care! Purchase some delicious valentine’s cookies from Cookies for a Cause, a student-made and led non-profit organization selling cookies for charity. All proceeds from our homemade baked goods go directly to the Greater Boston Food Bank.

Please fill out the form below if you would like to order our cookies as a gift for Valentine’s Day. All of our Valentine’s Day Cookies will be sold for $1 each. We currently only accept payments in the form of cash, so please fill out this form and then drop off a cash payment to Room 212 (Mr. Zou) by Monday, February 13. There you will receive slips and write a message to your Valentine.

Our selection is as follows:

Chocolate Chip Cookies ($1)

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies ($1)

Red Velvet Cookies ($1) Peanut Butter Cookies ($1)

Valentine’s M&M’s Cookies ($1)

Frosted Sugar Cookies ($1)

If you are part of a Boston Latin School club and would like your club’s picture in the yearbook, please email a clear photo of the club’s officers and seniors to mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org.

The cost of a club photo in the yearbook is $60. We are accepting cash, checks, and Venmo (@blsyearbook1653). Please make your check payable to Boston Latin School and bring it to Ms. Stiven in room 014. Please reach out if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. The now extended deadline to submit both the photo and payment is Friday, March 1st, 2024.

If you have sent an email in the past and I didn’t respond, make sure you sent it to mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org. It was brought to my attention that my email was wrong in previous announcements.

NHS decision letters for Class II (juniors) were distributed to homerooms on Friday, 2/9. Students should check with their HR teachers if they applied but did not hear back. Applicants should read their decision letters carefully, as they contain important next steps for inductees and feedback in the case of non-selection. Questions? See Mr. Finnigan (office 169B) before school or email pfinnigan2@bostonpublicschools.org. Class I (senior) decisions will be distributed during HR early next week.

There are two days left to buy carnations from the Argo! Prices are 1 for $1 or 12 for $10.

Stop by the front lobby before and after school and during all lunches, go to 207, or find any Argo editor to purchase. Completed slips can returned at the same places, and must be in by February 13th.

Hello students! Since this Wednesday is Valentine’s Day, we thought it would be the perfect time to start a discussion about relationships of all kinds and how healthy connections can help us to learn new things and make us feel good about ourselves. Everyone deserves a loving, safe, healthy relationship.

To evaluate the health of your relationships, see how well you agree with these statements: “Both my partner and I are…”

– Communicative

– Respective

– Trusting

– Honest

– Making mutual choices with equal control or responsibility – Autonomy to choose how and when you engage in an activity – Equally enjoying time together and time away from each other

And remember, anyone can be your Valentine (friend, classmate, family member, etc)! All types of relationships are worthy of celebrating!

BPS (Boston Public Schools) Teen Health, an Instagram account from the BPS Office of Health and Wellness, is dedicated to supporting our middle and high school students in building knowledge on a variety of health topics including mental health, substance use, relationships, sexual health, navigating healthcare, physical activity, and more!

Each post shares information on a different health topic and highlights school-based, Boston-based, and national health centers and resources to access care and support.

Upcoming Posts 1) Activities for People Who Don’t Like Sports

2) Sexuality and Gender Identity

3) Addiction and the Brain

4) How to Help Someone who is Depressed

Check out @BPSTeenHealth Instagram

Roses are red, violets are blue, and we recycle passion into flowers just for you! Join BLS Recycling in celebrating a sustainable Valentine’s Day <3! We are selling paper flowers and crochet lavenders, which will all be handcrafted and available to purchase through this link: forms.gle/csnPbmwApQjiZqYE7. If you have any questions, please check out the FAQ doc linked on the Google form and email us with additional inquiries.

forms.gle/csnPbmwApQjiZqYE7

Join BLS Theatre, which is going to London this April!

Come for a trip full of theatre old and new. History, culture, and even some Ancient Roman baths! The trip is 3000 and is all-inclusive: flight, food, accommodations, theatre, tours, etc.

Please email Mr. Gels immediately if you are interested, there are only 2 spots that just became available. jgels@bostonpublicschools.org

Hey everyone! We are Cookies for a Cause, a student-made and led nonprofit organization selling cookies for charity. All proceeds from our homemade baked goods will go directly to the Greater Boston Food Bank.

Please fill out this form if you would like to order our cookies as a gift for Valentine’s Day. All of our Valentine’s Day Cookies will be sold for $1 each. We accept payments in the form of cash dropped off in Room 212 (Mr. Zou) or a direct donation to our Greater Boston Food Bank fundraiser page by Friday, February 9, 2024. All cookies will be delivered to homerooms.

Our Valentine’s Day Cookie Selection:

Chocolate Chip Cookies ($1)

Red Velvet Cookies ($1)

Frosted Heart Sugar Cookies ($1)

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THIS SUNDAY, 2/11, at 8:30 am, please come join the Students Advocating for Solutions for Mass & Cass (SASMC) Club in the 8th Annual Winter Walk!

Please join our team by signing up for the walk at: secure.qgiv.com/event/winterwalk2024-boston/register/form/classification Access the “General Fundraising” link Then, select–Join a Team And, register for the walk through our: Boston Latin School -Students Advocating Solutions for Mass and Cass Club page

If you are not able to participate on Sunday but want to support efforts for our unhoused community: secure.qgiv.com/event/account/1677495/edit/

Thank you so much – we hope to see you there! Come also join our SASMC meeting this month on Wednesday, 2/7, at 2:30 pm in ROOM 307. –The SASMC Club

BLS Asian Students In Action (A.S.I.A.) will be hosting the Kwong Kow Chinese School to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Friday, February 9th at 2:45 PM in the Dining Hall, where they will be performing the lion dance! Admission is free and refreshments will be provided. If you have traditional clothing, please wear it on Friday. All are welcome to join!

The deadline to submit your Modern Language choice form is Friday, February 9. Please submit your form so we can schedule your classes for next year. If you do not submit anything, you will be placed where we have space. You will not be able to change that class and will study that language for four years. The link to the form is here and on the bulletin board outside 256. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted their form! If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Kelley at ckelley2@bostonpublicschools.org or stop by her office (256, across from 219 and next door to Ms. Moses).

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewwHnI0IyW2CK7q7tlupRtzO81OuvOa6O75bbiT8QihOob_w/viewform?usp=sf_link

This weekend, the Bridge Building Club sent three teams to the 33rd Annual BSECS Model Bridge Contest at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Bridges are tested with increasing amounts of weight until they can no longer support the load. Trophies are awarded for Bridge Efficiency (total weight it can hold divided by the weight of the bridge) and Bridge Aesthetics (how visually pleasing the bridge is). The teams were:

Team Soh-Cah-Toa (Xintong Guo & Susie Chahwan)

Team Curly Fry (Alex Jaffe & Quyen Vo)

Team My Spine (Tim Nguyen & Phineas Scovel)

These teams worked hard over the past couple of months planning and then building their bridges (this year’s designated material was cardboard.) All of the teams performed well, and Team My Spine came away with 2nd Place for Bridge Efficiency AND 2nd Place for Bridge Aesthetics!

BLS Bakes is selling two flavors of Cake Pops this Valentine’s Day. These desserts are handmade, delicious, and filled with love. Show your friends and special someone that you care by bringing the joy of baking straight to their homeroom!

The dessert options are as follows: Mocha Cinnamon: Mocha cake pop coated in dark chocolate and dusted with cinnamon — $3 each

Very Berry Chocolate: Raspberry chocolate cake pop coated in dark chocolate and topped with crushed dried strawberries — $3 each

Friday, February 9th, is the last day to order, or until supplies last!

Order with the following online form or on a physical one, which you can find from any BLS Bakes officer or in Rm 225.

forms.gle/DQrRk4CpcALKCYUm7

FLIPS is a 2-day conference (April 13-14) on Harvard’s campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts for high schoolers who aspire to be our nation’s future leaders in fields of public service, which encompass government, education, justice reform, and the nonprofit sector: www.servicewithaname.org/conference

High school students are placed in small groups, each led by a current Harvard College student, providing a unique opportunity for mentorship and leadership development. Attendees hone personal goals, experience a glimpse of college life at a top university, hear from public service professionals, and are taught public service leadership skills to bring back to their communities and to utilize in their current and future roles as leaders focused on the public good.

FLIPS represents a unique opportunity for students to distinguish themselves and to highlight their true commitment to becoming future leaders in public service.

We are inviting students from across the country to apply for the opportunity to attend FLIPS. We want to be as inclusive as possible, and will be providing financial support to students who cannot afford to attend!

If interested, please apply here: www.servicewithaname.org/about-1

Applications are due February 11th, 2024

The Dana-Farber Junior Volunteer Summer Program is looking for high school students ages 16 to 18. This summer, the program will run from Monday, July 8th to Friday, August 16th. Students who are interested in health, wellness, or medicine are welcome to apply!

Junior Volunteers will learn multiple volunteer responsibilities that allow them to engage directly with patients and families at Dana-Farber. They will guide and accompany patients to their appointments, deliver lunches and art supplies to patients receiving chemotherapy, and attend a weekly session where they meet with Dana-Farber staff to learn about careers in healthcare. The flyer is attached. Here’s a job description:

drive.google.com/file/d/1g7aijBgYPNrkc7stL7rsK9DIGnYpgAAD/view?usp=sharing

Junior volunteers must be willing to commit to one consistent six-hour shift (8 am-2 pm) for the full six weeks and be able to attend a weekly hour-long Zoom meeting on Wednesdays at 2 pm. They seek to accept a diverse group of highly motivated students from many backgrounds. Applications will be due by April 1, 2024. The program has limited space, and they can only accept 10 students at this time. Apply below:

www.dana-farber.org/how-you-can-help/get-involved/volunteer/opportunities

Wolfpack Volunteers is happy to announce its annual Valentine’s Day Sale! Buy teddy bears, fuzzy socks, lollipops, popping toys, and a bundle of all four. We also have Squishmallows for $8! (This new item and in limited quantities so you should shop fast!)

You can purchase goodies for yourself or your friends or sell items to others for community service — 1 hour for every $10 you sell 🙂

For more information about how to sell, buy, and what to do you can email wolfpackvolunteersbls@gmail.com or check this doc. The last day to hand in order forms is Monday, February 12th, but please hand in your forms as soon as possible (if you can)!

Please note that ALL sellers will need to print and fill out this physical seller’s form (to hand it to a Wolfpack officer with payment), then fill out this tracking spreadsheet for every sale you make.

Kiara Montes De Oca (I), Quyen Vo (I), Jessie Wang (I), Evelyn Kwan (I), Maggie Drubin (I), Anna Stylianopoulos (I), Alena Tran (II), Brian Huang (II), Jessica Tec-Ciau (II), Alexander Lee (II), Annie Dai (III), Xintong Guo (III), Hajar El-Ayoubi (III)

*Please note that if the Squishmallow form is closed, it means that we are unfortunately out of stock for Squishmallows. (However, you can still purchase our other goodies, including adorable teddy bears!) 😀

Thanks!

Do you love sweets? Do you want to treat someone with a special gift, or even better, yourself? The BLS Powerlifting team is making and selling their own Valentine’s Day cake pops to fundraise for the expenses of their ever-growing team and to compete in this year’s 2024 High School Nationals in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

The BLSPL board (listed below!) will be selling Valentine slips beginning Monday, February 5th to Friday, February 9th, and students can buy slips in the front lobby during all lunches, from any of the officers throughout the day, or through the attached Google Form. Slips must be returned to Mr. Cordeiro’s room (117) before Friday at 2:15 or to any board member with the desired flavor, to whom you are sending it, and their homeroom for the slip to be accounted for. Thank you!

Alex Lam (I)

Lily Huynh (I)

Emily Polcaro (II)

Eleanor Johnson (II)

Christian Le (II)

Kate Lincecum (III)

forms.gle/jHyZNFWuq4qgWed1A

Do you love to plan? Are you interested in bringing your creative energy, thoughts, and ideas to the junior class prom committee? If so, please join Ms. Sarkis, Ms. Encarnacao, and your class members at 2:30 on Thursday, February 8th in room 208 for a meeting to start brainstorming. We welcome all. If you have any questions, please get in touch with Ms. Sarkis or Ms. Encarnacao.

Senior sign-up opportunity. The Senior Transition Group is accepting referrals. This group will be a safe place for senior students to learn and share strategies. Topics will include stress and schedule management, career development plans, and a safe space to share emotions and thoughts about moving on from BLS. 10-12th graders will meet Mondays during R6 and 7-9th graders will meet Mondays during R7 for 4-6 weeks depending on sign ups. Students will not miss any academic class more than once. Please submit referrals to the attached Google form. Contact Ginnelle Vasquez, LICSW (gvasquez@bostonpublicschools.org) with questions.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCGgQ6c8Cd79tcEou3CfRTGAPHEw5_eTt80ZUuM7BPz3Ss0w/viewform

Hello students! The SEL tips of January will continue to focus on promoting well-being and a positive mindset. Last week, we explored the concept of Strengths Acknowledgment, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and appreciating your unique abilities and qualities.

This week, we will shift our focus to Optimistic Affirmations, which encourages you to embrace the power of positive self-talk. By challenging yourself to say something positive about yourself each day, you can boost your confidence and optimism. Consider how incorporating optimistic affirmations into your daily routine can enhance your mental well-being and resilience. Here are a few examples of optimistic affirmations you can incorporate into your daily routine:

1. “I am capable of overcoming challenges and achieving my goals.”

2. “I have the strength and resilience to navigate difficult situations.”

3. “I am worthy of love, respect, and kindness.

” 4. “I am constantly growing and learning from life’s experiences

.” 5. “I have the power to create positive change in my life and the lives of others.”

By embracing optimistic affirmations, you can cultivate a positive and resilient mindset, enhance your self-esteem, and foster a sense of well-being.

Are you struggling to write essays for class or want to improve your English? The Founding Fathers’ Non-Profit is a budding student-led nonprofit organization with national outreach to assist anyone with articulating English eloquently on paper. By connecting with students from schools across the country, offering guidance with assignments, and raising students to compete in nationwide competitions, The Founding Fathers aims to make English education enjoyable for everyone.

Please fill out this form if you are interested

forms.gle/jL59L7hq6wyrhHaz5

Email us if you have any questions: blsfoundingfathers@gmail.com

3rd Public Declamation will take place on Thurs., Feb. 8 during R1/R2 in the auditorium. The audience will be members of Class III. Please enter the auditorium quickly and quietly and follow your teachers’ directions to take your seats. We hope you will enjoy this special BLS tradition!

Do you have a loved one who’s had cancer at some point during their lifetime? If so, please consider filling out this brief Google form. This form will be utilized for research in Katie Baide’s HPREP Cancer Research Project which focuses on the development of mental disorders in cancer patients. This project will be presented by Katie at Harvard Medical School to current HMS students, alumni, HPREP’s sponsors, and other HPREP students. Thank you for taking the time to fill this out.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKDbrS8gx6DP9eRssjGOonNz6Eag9fxt6cLMywXeNLFJtkNw/viewform

Congratulations Parker-Vincent, Boston Youth Poet Laurate!

docs.google.com/document/d/1eeKErxsYL-_rkIf9-IN0XFBsorCH0GPE/edit

Attention Sophomores and Juniors! The Sawyer Business School at Suffolk University is offering summer program opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and a brand new option for sports enthusiasts! This July, students can select from one of their day-time three-week summer courses: The Entrepreneurial Mindset or Titletown to Sneaker Town: An Inside Look at Boston’s Sports Industry (see links below). Students will have the chance to experience a college campus firsthand, spending their time in Suffolk’s academic buildings, libraries, and dining halls in downtown Boston. Best of all, this course is at no cost to them, and completion of the course will count for three Suffolk credit hours! Please note that this is an unpaid opportunity. This summer program includes daily lunches, and will cover a subway/bus pass for students’ commute to and from campus (commuter rail and/or parking costs are not included). Though priority will be given to rising high school seniors, rising juniors will also be considered and are welcome to apply. Please note that students may only apply to one program, and both are non-residential (requires commuting to and from campus). Space in these programs is limited, so please apply by April 12. Please reach out to your school counselor or Erik Gullard at erik.gullard@suffolk.edu or calling 617-573-8460.

www.suffolk.edu/business/degrees-programs/management-entrepreneurship/summer-high-school-program#

www.suffolk.edu/business/degrees-programs/sports-management/sports-management-summer-program

The Keefe Library has set up full digital access to the New York Times for grades 8-12 and all staff. To set up your account, follow these instructions. You have unlimited access to articles when at school and remotely. Due to age restrictions in our user agreement we cannot set up accounts for 7th graders. Please email Ms. Ellis at dellis@bostonpublicschools.org with any questions or if you have any difficulty.

Link

Save yourself a trip to the tech office!

If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power, hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in almost all cases helps “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

As always, if you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library.

Class I and II students wanted to help with an engaging project, judging student essays for the Max Warburg Courage Curriculum on Thursday, February 8, from 2:30-5:00 p.m. in the Electronic Classroom.

The Max Warburg Curriculum helps 6th-grade students identify and appreciate the impact courage has had on their lives. The program provides books/ materials to thousands of students in about 60 schools, all related to courage. A signature piece is that participants write essays on courage and how they have worked to overcome challenges (or seen this in others).

Every year, scores of individuals judge the writing and select essay winners from every school which are published in a book and placed in schools, and libraries. This is the second year that the program officials would like to enlist BLS juniors and seniors as judges.

As a volunteer, you would read essays and then decide with classmates which stories you think should be recommended. Community service hours will be awarded.

Interested students should sign up by Friday, February 2: Max Warburg Essay Judge Sign Up

maxcourage.org/

docs.google.com/forms/d/1jrYNCGukeIR5yCUIkeSuAKCaXX1-TyYcjf3NRdGd4FE/edit

Save the date!! PIC is offering virtual internship preview days- this is a great way to get your questions answered from the employers about the hiring process. See the document below for more information.

drive.google.com/file/d/1Q5U-NaneRNNf4IQx5V48J2P_Pa-qebgy/view?usp=sharing

Belle of the Ball in partnership with Anton’s Cleaners cleans and distributes prom dresses and provides related accessories at no charge to high school juniors and seniors who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend their school’s prom.

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to your school counselor to inquire about this opportunity.

Here’s a video description of the program: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9JPKJ78Hfc

drive.google.com/file/d/1Lh1xzdFuuptE7STxtOHZMKTjHL_3c8-j/view?usp=sharing

Beginning in February, all Boston Public School students and their families will receive free admission to the Museum of Fine Arts, the Institute of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Science, the Boston Children’s Museum, the New England Aquarium, and the Franklin Park Zoo on the first and second Sundays of each month, Mayor Michelle Wu announced in her State of the City speech in January.

Are you a current member of Class III or II who is a native/heritage speaker of a modern language we teach? If you are interested in taking an elective in that language in level 3, 4 or AP Language, you can take a placement test to see which level would be right for you. Please fill out the Google form to indicate interest, and more information will be sent to you. This elective would be in addition to the language you are studying for your four year graduation requirement. Form is due at 2:15 on Wednesday, January 31, and testing will take place after school on Feb. 5, 6, or 7 in room 216. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kelley at ckelley2@bostonpublicschools.org, or stop by her office, 256 across from 219.

Link

Classes II, III, and IV will participate in Course Selection E-ssembly on Wednesday, January 31 during W block. All students Class IV-II students are expected to remain in their homerooms to learn about the course selection process and options for next school year. More information, including links to log on to these presentations through zoom, will be sent directly to homeroom teachers.

Congratulations to the Varsity History Bowl Team (Will, Kevin, Luc, Ben) for winning the B-Set Eastern History Bowl Competition, a tournament open to teams from all across the nation. They were the top prelim seed with the highest win record and the highest point average. The team advanced through elimination rounds before coming back from behind to beat Benet Academy of Illinois in the Final. They will now be looking towards winning the New England Championship tournament in March.

If you are interested in History Bowl, please email blshistoryclub@gmail.com or pop by 018 (near the library) Fridays after school!

Would you like to spend 9 days in Scotland this summer working and learning with globally-minded peers from around the world? Apply for the GCI Fellowship. Financial Aid is available. Application deadline January 30. More information here:

drive.google.com/file/d/1qfGHeCuas_nnPeliJR8eaJqjXmm0IG_i/view?usp=sharing

Are you looking for something fun and engaging to do over February break? Apply to the Global Citizens Challenge, a virtual event that will bring together students from dozens of countries worldwide in a virtual conference hosted in New York City. This program runs from Feb. 22-25 and is FREE. Apply by January 31. More info and application here.

www.yourbigyear.com/global-citizens-challenge

John William Ward Fellowship applications are open! Due by January 31st by 4 PM. This is an 8-week paid Summer Fellowship, open to Juniors and Seniors!

docs.google.com/document/d/1NQ5pMM3jgyrsLEe9iBV0_uDJN_m6coJl8duxToTFKms/edit?usp=sharing

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), in collaboration with Boston Bridges Initiatives, is providing five full scholarships for METCO students and Boston Exam School students to take part in our Frontiers (Residential, In-Person) summer ’24 program. For a detailed overview, please refer to this link. This is a 2-week in-person residential program for rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. Learning on WPI’s campus alongside peers.

Frontiers Program Dates:

Frontiers I: July 7 through 19, 2024

Frontiers II: July 21 through August 2, 2024

Cost per session: $3,995 for summer 2024 (Includes housing, food, field trips, workshops, and activities. Five full scholarships are available for METCO and/or Boston Exam School students.) Application Materials: a short essay response and a list of involvements, official transcripts, and recommendation(s).

Application Deadline: March 15, 2024, for Boston Exam School applicants. How to Apply: If interested, [apply here]. METCO and Exam School students should indicate their affiliation under the dropdown option on the application. Decision Timeline: Decisions are expected by the end of March. All scholarship recipients will be requested to write a thank you letter to the Boston Bridges Initiatives funder before the conclusion of the summer program at WPI.

FREE learning opportunity with MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science or MITES. These programs provide transformative experiences that bolster confidence, create lifelong community, and build an exciting, challenging foundation in STEM for students from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds. Application Details for MITES Semester & MITES Summer: student applications are due Feb. 01, eligible students are:

Enrolled in 11th grade in any school setting, including public, private, and homeschooled A U.S. citizen or a U.S. permanent resident For any questions, email (mitesapp@mit.edu).

The following members of the BLS Mock Trial Team will be released after R4 on 1/25, and 2/2 for the Preliminary Rounds of the Massachusetts Mock Trial Competition.

docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SgLjombnI7zUeW1_U2gGK26rDArYlmOo3yUZhEJSOO8/edit?usp=sharing

If you are part of a Boston Latin School club and would like your club’s picture in the yearbook, please email a clear photo of the club’s officers and seniors to mstiven@bostonpubicschools.org.

The cost of a club photo in the yearbook is $60. We are accepting cash, checks, and Venmo. Please make your check payable to Boston Latin School and bring it to Ms. Stiven in room 014. Please reach out if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. The deadline to submit both the photo and payment is Friday, February 16, 2024.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Please be advised that the testing dates per subject area for the termination of the Second Term are:

Math, History, and Art/Music: 1/19 and 1/24

Science and Modern Languages: 1/22 and 1/25

English, Classics, and PE/Health: 1/23 and 1/26 N.B. Wednesday, Jan 24th will NOT be a W Day due to testing.

Students should speak with their teachers if they have any questions.

Attention, BLS students! Over the summer, the students mentioned below from the Timothy Smith Network participated in projects, learning about technology design for real-life situations involving food instability, health, and digital communication.

Now during the school year, they are building out the designs that they have created, but now need your input to improve upon their inventions. Please take about 5-7 minutes to fill out each survey by Friday, January 26. Your opinions are much appreciated and thank you for your time!

Justin :

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Christina:

docs.google.com/forms/d/1Md-wfuG8Dty8zxipV_Un8xTppBoUNxEwIxmX3wyJwT0/viewform?edit_requested=true

Carltz:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWtGTqIk1Tm_Iq_V5ERDH4khPFbzlYLrtPQEY043R5b3R5cw/viewform

Sawsane:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw7UJ8anoP5V0gfvbAggesSTzeT1pTi_SUo6Fcy4uAAlqOeg/viewform

Chris:

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Kathrine:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyU6PBfEict-xixnmsJ6fgQnlIBUY44OPLvAAL0pTvsw0UOw/viewform

Justin :

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The Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement (OYEA) is excited to announce the relaunch of the Mayor’s Youth Summit! Youth ages 14-19 can register for this event by visiting content.boston.gov/human-services/mayors-youth-summit#tickets. The event will feature interactive activities, catered lunch and dinner, youth performances, special guest speakers Cousin Stizz and Mayor Michelle Wu, and a youth mixer to end the evening!

Evacuation Day Essay Contest. Hundreds $$$ in prizes. More info here.

docs.google.com/document/d/1ruKEcdKBodKc6h4L_p_vd2p5Q9LoLhYFaIdl8X_rd4Q/edit?usp=sharing

Please check your BPS email for the forms needed to choose your Modern Language for the next four years. You will find the link to a Google form to make your choice. Forms must be submitted by Friday, February 9. Please read the email carefully–there is additional information if you want to take a placement test to try to skip level 1 and start in level 2.

Go to the Modern Languages page on bls.org for resources to help you make your decision. If you have any questions, please contact Modern Languages Program Director Mrs. Kelley at ckelley2@bostonpublicschools.org, or stop by her office–room 256 across from 219.

Would you like to spend 9 days in Scotland this summer working and learning with globally-minded peers from around the world? Apply for the GCI Fellowship. Financial Aid is available. Application deadline January 30. More information here:

drive.google.com/file/d/1qfGHeCuas_nnPeliJR8eaJqjXmm0IG_i/view?usp=sharing

John William Ward Fellowship applications are open! Due by January 31st by 4 PM. This is an 8-week paid Summer Fellowship, open to Juniors and Seniors!

docs.google.com/document/d/1NQ5pMM3jgyrsLEe9iBV0_uDJN_m6coJl8duxToTFKms/edit?usp=sharing

This is a big win in the first round of the state tournament. Captains Emily Yu and Michelle Chen are proud of the hard work the team did in preparation. Next week the team faces Latin Academy.

“A former cocaptain just won a Golden Globe, A Critics Choice Award, and an Emmy, you all need to do better.” – Mr. Joseph Gels Theatre Esquire III

Guys… We’ve been slacking. And we know it. Ayo Edebiri, a former Yellow Sub, just won several awards, and none of the current members have won even one! So we invited the entire awards academy to this week’s show, and we happen to have a seat or two left over. Make sure you claim those seats for yourself!

Friday, January 19th, at 3 pm and 7 pm in the Black Box!

Tickets for Ayo-Prov are $3 for students and $5 for adults!

Attention, BLS students! Over the summer, the students mentioned below from the Timothy Smith Network participated in projects, learning about technology design for real-life situations involving food instability, health, and digital communication.

Now during the school year, they are building out the designs that they have created, but now need your input to improve upon their inventions. Please take about 5-7 minutes to fill out each survey by Friday, January 26. Please see the links below . Your opinions are much appreciated and thank you for your time!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFkDQk2xOLI5Xb2fUf4GiU0oT8kn0xkMVAA6GpMsRA3YjH5A/viewform- Chris Maheras Matthews

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyU6PBfEict-xixnmsJ6fgQnlIBUY44OPLvAAL0pTvsw0UOw/viewform Kathrine Nguyen

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw7UJ8anoP5V0gfvbAggesSTzeT1pTi_SUo6Fcy4uAAlqOeg/viewform- Sawsane Salhi

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWtGTqIk1Tm_Iq_V5ERDH4khPFbzlYLrtPQEY043R5b3R5cw/viewform- Carltz Constant

docs.google.com/forms/d/1Md-wfuG8Dty8zxipV_Un8xTppBoUNxEwIxmX3wyJwT0/viewform?edit_requested=true – Christina Dang

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_yAwldXuZbM-rAiSNIZjEoeyDQn-fj99OwPbdzbxBTbTFOw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0- Justin Bell

Dear tech enthusiasts, coding wizards, and aspiring innovators,

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey of creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology! We are thrilled to announce that signups for the most dynamic tech community in BLS, BLS Hack Club, are now OPEN!

BLS Hack, associated with the international Hack Club organization, is open to all students in Boston Latin School (BLS), aiming to create a diverse coding community by providing educational resources for learning to code and a platform for the global Hack Club association. BLS Hack offers a variety of opportunities ranging from hosting extraordinary hackathons (with a $500 Hack Club grant) that involve communities coming together to spend hours with like-minded individuals to create coding projects and grow to countless impressive digital projects and involving members in STEM and Technology internships that can help them stand out.

Join the email list for future updates on our custom website at bls.hackclub.com/join (no programming experience required!).

Additionally, there is a hackathon in Boston being hosted by our parent organization during February break!! RSVP HERE: wonderland.hackclub.com/

Hello students! The SEL tips of this week will continue to focus on promoting well-being and a positive mindset. Last week, we explored the concept of Self-Compassion, emphasizing the importance of being kind to yourself during tough times.

This week, we will shift our focus to Strengths Acknowledgment, which encourages you to embrace YOUR unique abilities and qualities. By recognizing and appreciating your strengths, you can boost your confidence and set the stage for success.

Take a moment each day to think about something you’re good at and how it can help you succeed. Be generous to yourself and avoid comparing yourself to others. Sharing your strengths with a friend or family member can also be a great way to reinforce the positive impact of recognizing strengths. Here are two examples of activities you can try this week:

1. Visualization Exercise: Close your eyes and visualize yourself achieving a personal or academic goal. Imagine how your strengths play a role in this success and how it feels to accomplish your goal.

2. Positive Self-Talk: Practice positive self-talk by acknowledging your strengths and abilities. When faced with a challenge, remind yourself of your capabilities and how your strengths can help you overcome obstacles. Remember, practicing self-compassion and acknowledging your strengths are essential components of your journey toward well-being and resilience.

Deadlines are fast approaching! Open to all grades! Submissions are due THIS WEEK by the end of the day on Thurs., 1/18. You may declaim a passage or abridged version of a poem, speech, book, essay, or play. The duration of the text may not exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If interested and for more information, please complete the GOOGLE FORM (link below). Tryouts will be held on Thursday, 1/25 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. The third Public Declamation is scheduled for Thurs., 2/8 during R1/R2 and the audience will be Class III.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZdsmsUcGXQ9kYqqEx-v_LMqQMGNrbf8c7nubB1LvMDmh1jg/viewform

Thanks to the dedication of our lunchtime Compost Champions and the commitment of the greater BLS student community, BLS has reduced food waste by the following measures:

(December 2023)

Per Week Average: 960 lbs

October 2023 Total: 2880 lbs

School Year ’23-’24 Total: 15060 lbs (and counting)

Salvete Omnes!

JCL is collecting pet items during January. If you have any unused pet food, toys, leashes, treats, beds, etc., please consider donating them to the boxes by the main office or outside of room 225 (Ms. Moguel’s room)!

All donations will be delivered to the Animal Rescue League of Boston at the end of the month. Check out the ARL’s wish list for more specific item information.

www.arlboston.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023-Boston-Wishlist-web.pdf

Do you have a great idea for how to make Boston better? Since 2014, Youth Lead the Change has given young people in Boston power over one million dollars of the city’s budget! From basketball courts to art walls to free wifi, this money has improved Boston in various ways, big and small. The best part is that you get to submit your ideas and vote for the finalists. If you live in Boston and are between the ages of 12 and 22, you are eligible to participate. Submitting an idea is quick and easy. Use the form on our website to share your vision.

forms.monday.com/forms/d009ec9ab08808af6367578456be64ff?r=use1; www.boston.gov/departments/youth-engagement-and-advancement/youth-lead-change

Students will respond to the following question:

• If you could add an amendment to the Bill of Rights, what right would it protect and why?

A judging committee comprised of federal judges and FBA board members will decide on the top three essays submitted. First, second, and third-place winners will receive a cash prize, as will students with honorable mentions. Finalists will have their essays published on the Court’s website and in both the Massachusetts FBA and Discovering Justice newsletter. The deadline for submissions is January 31st, 2024

• FIRST PLACE: $500
• SECOND PLACE: $300
• THIRD PLACE: $200
• HONORABLE MENTIONS ALSO AWARDED!

More information about guidelines and submission can be found here.

drive.google.com/file/d/1EE-B8lW9uI_0rOmfqnQ0vYYXgAb_woUe/view?usp=sharing

Hi please click the following links (or copy and paste them) to support our students who are working at the Timothy Smith Network- please note each survey takes 5-7 minutes and there are multiple surveys below!

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Hello wonderful people! We are happy to announce Cookie Decorating Day on January 17, 2024. This is a fun event open to all– attendees will come to Room 225 at 3:00 pm to decorate sugar cookies with royal icing (best for cookie frosting!) and sprinkles. The experience includes a mini-course on how to use piping bags, music, food (of course), and good times :). Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Officers will be at the building’s front door until 3:00 on January 10,11,12, and 16. We will also be stationed in the lobby during lunch. You can pre-order using the following link (those who pre-order can pay $5 at the door) or come to any BLS Bakes officer to pick up a ticket! Sophia Kowalczyk (IV), Aliana Kowalczyk (III), Angelina Guzman Volpe (IV)

forms.gle/s6vwKgaCkJwei6Ri7

Interested in traveling abroad this summer? Attend the CIEE Global Navigator information session and application workshop on Wednesday, January 17 during W in the library.

www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer

A Helping Tutor – Winter 2024 Tutoring

A Helping Tutor is an online tutoring service that strives to combat education inequality by providing free, flexible tutoring for disadvantaged elementary school students. They are currently looking for tutors for their winter session, which will take place from 01/08/2024 to 03/25/2024. Tutoring takes place over Zoom at least once a week, and tutors earn community service hours. Email ahelpingelbowtutoringgmail.com with questions and sign up at forms.gle/9HPUGgYp3qQxCL3cA .

Student Council will host peer tutoring sessions after school on Tuesday 1/16 and Thursday 1/18. High school students are welcome on Tuesday, and middle school students are welcome on Thursday. Both sessions are 2:30-3:30 pm in the Dining Hall. Popcorn and Jolly Ranchers will be provided. Peer tutors will be available for many subjects, and a list will be posted before each session. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

The library will be closed R1-R4 on Friday, 1/12 to host MLK day activities. No study hall sign-up or printing during these periods. We will reopen for R5-R7 and after school. See you then!

Looking to work in public health? Consider working at Boston Public Schools Office of Health and Wellness. See the link below for more information. Apply within the PIC office with Ms.Laverty

docs.google.com/document/d/1kJYY4Cugcd-uj3I1lugdZbxNS_bRI0FpZc9wvBft0Sg/edit?usp=sharing

Thank you to all the BLS students who participated in Wednesday’s POL Competition. You each helped to make the event a fun nod to poetry and a memorable one.

Now, it is my pleasure to announce the winner and runner-up of the 2024 BLS Poetry Out Loud Competition:

WINNER: Ailin Sha (Class II)

Runner Up: Ruth Gelaye (Class III)

Congratulations, Ailin!!! Ailin will advance to the regional finals.

We are excited to announce that BLS B.L.A.C.K. Teach-Ins are back this school year! To kick off Black History Month, the Teach-Ins will take place on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Our theme for this year’s teach-in is “Uplift Black Voices”. This is because a lot of Black stories and voices in the diaspora are often hidden and untold. Educating people about these different stories is of the utmost importance. This year we want to uplift the Black Voices in art, music, poetry, education, science, history, and more.

A teach-in is similar to a general educational forum on any complicated issue, usually involving current political affairs. The main difference between a teach-in and a seminar is the refusal to limit the discussion to a specific time frame or a strict academic scope. Teach-ins are meant to be practical, participatory, and oriented toward action.

We invite you to sign up to lead a 40-minute workshop/session for our teach-in and educate your peers on a topic you are passionate about, using the Google forms linked below. forms.gle/UHHeTD13tbFS4JUn9

Past topics have included “What is affirmative action?”, “Black Lives Matter or All Lives Matter”, and “Colorism and Featurism in Black Communities”. The deadline to complete the Google form is Tuesday, January 16, 2024. If you are interested in leading a workshop/session, please sign up. Both students and teachers are welcome to sign up to lead. If you have any questions or concerns, please email blackatbls@gmail.com.

• Yours in Change and Knowledge,
• BLS B.L.A.C.K.
• Black Leaders Aspiring for Change and Knowledge.

BLS has been asked to select one student ambassador to attend the Massachusetts Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Seminar. BLS will pay for the cost of attendance for our selected ambassador. The MA HOBY seminar provides an opportunity for sophomores in high school to develop leadership skills through a dynamic leadership program with keynote speakers and service-driven activities. The 2024 MA HOBY Seminar will be held on Friday, June 7th, through Sunday, June 9th, 2023 at Bentley University in Waltham, MA. Any 10th grader who is interested should email Ms. Encarnacao at aencarnacao@bostonpublicschools.org by Friday, January 12th, 2024 by 8:00 pm. In your email please include a 200-word description of why you would like to represent BLS at the seminar and what you hope to gain from the experience. For more information about the seminar go to: www.hoby.org/ or check out this video about HOBY vimeo.com/756532321.

BU’s Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience is starting a local chapter of the International Brain Bee competition – a competition centered around the brain at BU!

The International Brain Bee promotes student engagement with neuroscience through a three-tiered competition: students start by signing up for a Local Brain Bee (like BU’s chapter), the winners of which compete in their country’s National Brain Bee. Every year, National Brain Bees sends one representative to compete at the IBB World Championship.

The competition is open to all students and more information can be found at the following link: drive.google.com/file/d/1944M_ghEng8RooWN1lsUlOvFQNx4hU8C/view?usp=sharing

Roses are red, violets are blue, and we recycle passion into flowers just for you! Join BLS Recycling in celebrating a sustainable Valentine’s Day <3! We are selling paper flowers and crochet lavenders, which will all be handcrafted and available to purchase through this link: forms.gle/csnPbmwApQjiZqYE7. If you have any questions, please check out the FAQ doc linked on the Google form and email us with additional inquiries.

forms.gle/csnPbmwApQjiZqYE

The Youth for Education Equality Club will be selling freshly made Congolese-style waffles (galettes) and other baked goods this Friday in the dining hall after school. Each waffle will be $1 and all proceeds will go towards humanitarian aid for the displaced people in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Free Congo!

If you are part of a Boston Latin School club and would like your club’s picture in the yearbook, please email a clear photo of the club’s officers and seniors to mstiven@bostonpubicschools.org.

The cost of a club photo in the yearbook is $60. We are accepting cash, checks, and Venmo. Please make your check payable to Boston Latin School and bring it to Ms. Stiven in room 014. Please reach out if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. The deadline to submit both the photo and payment is Friday, February 16, 2024.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Save yourself a trip to the tech office!

If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power (if available), hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in almost all cases helps “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

As always, if you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library.

Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center is accepting applications for the CURE Summer Only Program until February 2nd, 2024. CURE is a paid summer program that allows students to conduct cancer research and receive mentorship in labs at institutions like Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Massachusetts General Hospital.

Successful applicants are students who are underrepresented in the sciences and interested in pursuing careers in biomedical science, biotechnology, computer science, life science, data science, health careers, or scientific research.

cure.dfhcc.harvard.edu/welcome/cure

Hello students! The SEL tips of January will be about Self-Compassion and Resilience Building. This week, we will think about Self-Compassion, which focuses on being kind to yourself during tough times. By treating yourself with kindness and understanding, you can build resilience and cope more effectively with life’s challenges. Take a few minutes each day to do something that makes you feel calm and comfortable. Here are two examples:

1. Guided Imagery: Listen to or create a guided imagery script (search guided imagery on YouTube) that takes you on a mental journey to a peaceful place. Visualizing calming scenes can help reduce anxiety and promote a sense of calm.

2. Progressive Muscle Relaxation: Tense and relax different muscle groups in the body to release tension and promote relaxation. Try tensing your shoulders for 10 seconds and relax. Then do the same with different muscles. It takes less than a minute to relax your muscles when you feel stressed. This technique can help you become more aware of your body’s response to stress and learn to relax their muscles.

Are you interested in something sweet, savory, or both? The senior class is having a popcorn fundraiser that will end Thursday at 11:59 pm with Doublegood. There are many flavors and packages to choose from! 50% of all proceeds will go to the senior class! Please, click Ms. Sarkis’s link below to see the pop-up store and place your order. You can also order from the other pop-up stores created by the seniors themselves on the leaderboard! Make sure to click “Shop to support” and then “All flavors” to ensure you see the indicated variety of popcorn! Thank you so much!

popup.doublegood.com/s/x66g09uw

BLS Chess Tournament on Wednesday, January 10 (all classes)

BLS Chess Club is back and ready to kick off the new year with a bang! We will be hosting our first tournament of the year on January 10th in the Seevak Room after school at 2:30 pm. It is completely free, just sign up on the attached Google form and join us for a fun afternoon of chess! We hope that this tournament goes well so we can have many more!

forms.gle/WMvoXeMy41Fa7uVRA

The School Counseling Department plans to engage Class III students in a career interest workshop next Wednesday, January 10 during W block over Zoom. Students should remain in their homerooms to log on to this program. Please be sure that you have a charged Chromebook and headphones in W block on that day to participate.

We will get you thinking about possible career paths and resources you can take advantage of to explore these including summer employment, community service, and course selections. You will take a Career Interest Inventory on Naviance and have the results of this inventory for future exploration. We will also reintroduce you to Naviance, a resource you will use throughout the college exploration and application process. Please keep an eye out for an email that includes a Zoom link. You’ll be asked to log on after attendance is taken in homeroom on that day. We look forward to engaging you in this workshop!

Applications are now available for the John William Ward Public Service Fellowship (wardfellowship.org) and the Deitch Leadership Summer Fellowship (deitchleadership.org/fellowship). To learn more, joint information sessions will occur on Wednesday, Jan 10 (W-Block), Wednesday, Jan 17 (2:30 pm), and Monday, Jan 22 (2:30 pm), all in the Library Electronic Classroom. Applications are due January 29 for Deitch and January 31 for . If attending the Jan 10 W-Block session, please sign up in THIS form for attendance purposes. Email questions to

jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org (Deitch) and erin.laverty@bostonpic.org (Ward).

forms.gle/QYg8wmYCBtaNv1eQA

Juniors and seniors with the minimum GPA requirement (3.7, 3.3 respectively) and with no major disciplinary infractions for the current or previous academic year have been invited to apply for membership in the National Honor Society. All such students should have received a Google Classroom invite; be sure to read the information provided there carefully and follow the instructions for completing and submitting the application. The due date for applications is Thurs. 1/11/24 by 3 PM. Questions? Email Mr. Finnigan (pfinnigan2@bostonpublicschools.org) or drop by the junior hallway/office 169B (across from room 135) before school.

7th and 8th graders: Interested in myth and ever be like “Yo I don’t want to fight Cerberus?” Sign up to take the PEGASUS Myth exam by filling out the form. When: Wednesday, March 6th in the dining hall. Cost: $5.50 to Ms. Foley in 237.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevDS0m5oDkAjBExqBX7REDoCLU24X73KyEXVKkuumSXR5wow/viewform

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tues. 1/9 for staff meetings. We are closed on the second Tuesday of every month for regular staff professional development.

Looking for something to do? BLS is hosting its very own Speech and Debate Tournament at Boston Latin School on Saturday, January 20th. As a volunteer, you’ll be an integral part of the event, contributing to its smooth operation, from assisting with registrations and concessions to working the auditorium and presenting awards. Volunteering Hours will be given and catered food will be available throughout the day for all volunteers and staff. If interested, please sign up here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i-_TEfCxP8t8_2rDvNNTLNK62SoVNuqWh2zx8atbTbg/edit#gid=0

9th-12th graders: Interested in myth and want to test your skills about the underworld? Sign up to take the MEDUSA Myth exam by filling out the form. When: Wednesday, March 27th in the dining hall. Cost: $5.50 to Ms. Foley in 237.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevDS0m5oDkAjBExqBX7REDoCLU24X73KyEXVKkuumSXR5wow/viewform?usp=sf_link

BLS Vietnamese Student Society presents our annual Tet Festival 2024! Tet Festival is a student-led event that we have hosted for more than 10 years at BLS to celebrate the Lunar New Year and long-standing Vietnamese traditions. Our festival includes a variety of games (with prizes!), student body performances, and food for all to enjoy! The festival will be held on Friday, February 16th, 2024 at 5:00 PM.

We are hosting auditions for any students who would like to show off their amazing talents during the event! If you are interested in performing or MC’ing, please take the time to fill out this form, which will close on Sunday, January 7th, at 11:59 PM. Auditions will be held on January 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th from 2:30-5:00 PM. Please don’t hesitate to email blsvss@gmail.com if you have any questions. We hope to see all your beautiful faces at the auditions!

bit.ly/TF2024Auditions

Learn more about the Global Citizens Initiative (GCI) Summer Fellowship by attending an online seminar this Saturday. You could spend 10 days in Scotland this summer with like-minded global students from around the world.

us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_itGpZC–QDeM_W42TOMsCA#/registration

Students and staff who may not have received a printed copy of the latest issue of Veracium may read it here.  If you are interested in joining BLS V.O.T.E. or writing for Veracium, please sign up here.

Please contact Albert Chen (achen42@bostonk12.org) with any questions.

Congratulations to the winners of the second Public Declamation:

• First Place – Oriana Dunker (II)
• Second Place – Creighton Banitt (I)
• Third Place – Tiaraoluwa Adesoro (I); Ofira Lam (I); Ailin Sha (II)

9th-12th graders: Interested in myth and ever be like “Yo I don’t want to fight Cerberus? Sign up to take the PEGASUS Myth exam by filling out the form. When: Wednesday, March 6th in the dining hall. Cost: $5.50 to Ms. Foley in 237.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevDS0m5oDkAjBExqBX7REDoCLU24X73KyEXVKkuumSXR5wow/viewform?usp=sf_link

Winter is the most difficult time of year for our vulnerable unhoused neighbors living at Mass and Cass. They spend much time outdoors and are at great risk to the elements. You can help keep people safe and warm this winter through our Warm Hands Warm Hearts Winter Apparel Drive. By participating in Warm Hands Warm Hearts, you’ll not only help keep our community’s vulnerable neighbors warm and safe this winter, but you will also help them maintain their dignity and comfort during this most difficult time of year.

To participate, donate at least one NEW winter hat, scarf, pair of gloves/mittens, or pair of socks. Warm winter coats and sweaters in gently used condition are also most welcome.

Bringing in a donation will count as 1 community service hour (confirmed with Mr. Kennelley). Please drop all donations this week (12/18-12/21) or the week back from break (1/3-1/5) at the nearest collection box:

1st floor: 101

2nd floor: 216

3rd floor: 307

4th floor: 027

In anticipation of the winter break, Boston Public Schools and partner institutions have compiled resources for families who may need support with various issues while school is not in session.

docs.google.com/document/d/1y8nFwup0Sa1rw17nBkQPRL5KB9IbY8gTVRSxo2Lo1gA/edit?usp=sharing

Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Art and Essay Contest Information (Gallagher) All Classes

This year there are three MLK contests: Art, Essay, and Poetry, all around the following theme: Martin Luther King Jr.’s concept of the “Beloved Community” offers a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the vision of a society characterized by justice, equality, and love.

How can we, as the BLS community and as individuals, practice these principles in our daily lives?

ART FORMAT: Black and white or color drawing, painting, sketching, charcoal, digital media, or other appropriate media capturing the theme of young people making an impact on the future of our world. Electronic submissions to blsmlkcelebration@gmail.com (take a quality photo of the hard copy if needed). Due Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 2:30 pm. Selected artwork will be featured at the MLK event. Prize: $100 to first place winner

ESSAY and POETRY CONTEST FORMAT: Times New Roman, 12 pt, double spaced, (essays: 300-400 words), name and homeroom at top. Essays should respond to the prompt, but there is flexibility to approach this question in myriad ways. Strong writings educate, inspire, and capture your authentic voice. Submit to blsmlkcelebration@gmail.com as a Google Doc by Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 2:30 pm. An excerpt of the winning essay will be shared at the MLK event in January. Prize: $100. The winning poem will be shared at the MLK event as well. Prize: $100.

BLS ASIA presents the 24th annual Holiday Sing Off — Love at Frost Sight! Come join BLS ASIA in the Black Box Theater on December 21st @ 6 pm to watch some of the best singers right here at BLS perform! You may purchase tickets from the officers of ASIA (Lena Thai, Jialin Chen, Lindsey Jiang, Ava Vu, Fiona Yuan, Tiffany Do, Gabby Huynh, Olivia Dinh, Catherine Zee, Angela Deng, Daryl Nguyen, Andrew Lai, Amity Ali, Jacky Li, Aaron Liu, and Terance Wang) starting 12/13, for $6 each during lunch periods. Any remaining tickets will be sold for $7 at the door. The theme is Love at Frost Sight, so be sure to bring your loved ones and the comfiest outfits — We hope to see you all there!

Each year BLS Theatre goes to New York City for a weekend of 5 shows and a Radio City Music Hall Tour. This year we are seeing Kimberly Akimbo, Spamalot, Appropriate, The New York Neofuturists, and North Coast, the hip-hop rap improv group. The trip is from January 12 to 14 (MLK weekend) and is $500 including hotel and transportation. We are short these spots because O’Bryant was supposed to fill 40 spots and hasn’t. Please email jgels@bostonpublicschools.org right away if you are interested. The trip is open to sophomores and up.

We look forward to a most welcome winter break starting on Friday, December 22, and returning on Wednesday, January 3 (Day 1). As a reminder, no homework will be assigned over the holiday break, nor will any assignments be due or assessments given on Wednesday, January 3. On behalf of the faculty and staff, we wish all students a healthy and joyous winter break with an opportunity for rest and rejuvenation.

Mindset Monday! Mindset refers to how students perceive their abilities, approach challenges, and view the learning process. Mindsets can impact our academic performance, our motivation, and our resilience. Try to foster a positive mindset for the week ahead this week with a positive/ inspirational quote.

Here are two examples:

“Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt

“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi

Are you interested in spending 10 days in Scotland this summer with globally-minded peers from around the world? Check out the GCI Fellowship

www.globalci.org/fellowship2024

The Keefe Library will close at 2:15 pm on Thursday for the school holiday.

Come sign up during your study block on Thursday, December 21 (DAY 6) to participate in some ‘stress-free’ activities in the Fiction Room of the Library. Activities will include a variety of board games and arts & crafts. Sign up with friends or come alone, there will be volunteers to help facilitate the activities. Sign-ups should be done through the typical Library sign-up procedures using Oculus. Hope to see you there!

Fidelity Scholars Program provides college aid for students based on need and provides them with mentorship through the college experience. Requirements include MA resident, planning to attend college in MA, 2.5-3.5 GPA, demonstrated financial need, and applicants from underrepresented and historically underserved communities. Powered through UNCF, last year the program awarded 200 Scholars with over $2.8 million in scholarships, with 65% of those Scholars as first-generation college-goers. Learn more at this link, or contact Bill Stiles at wstiles@jagreaterboston.org. The deadline to apply is January 11.

opportunities.uncf.org/s/program-landing-page?id=a2i8Y00000CadwEQAR&_ga=2.12669431.1317330305.1702656402-1294510316.1677870720

Hello, Class I. The next round of yearbook photos will be from Monday, January 29th – Wednesday, January 31st from 1 pm – 7 pm. Please sign up ASAP as spots book up quickly and there is no guarantee that there will be enough spots for everyone in the final round. A $45 sitting must be paid to confirm your booking. As a reminder, we will NOT utilize any photos not taken with Chestnut Hills Studios. Reach out to Ms. Stiven @ mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org if you have any questions.

Also please complete any assignments on the Yearbook 2024 classroom (i.e. Baby Photos, Faculty Pictures, Through the Years) as the submission deadline is approaching soon.

Join the senior class in Wacky Wednesday this week, 12/20, by wearing your ugly holiday sweaters. We can’t wait to see your holiday spirit!

Youth Survey about School System” ” Help make sure that youth voices matter in the education decisions that are impacting us now and in the future. Take this survey created by the Massachusetts Education Justice Alliance: bit.ly/mejayouthsurvey23. Survey participants will be placed in a random drawing for one of three $25 Visa gift cards. ”

bit.ly/mejayouthsurvey23

Students interested in and/or applying to the CIEE Global Navigator program should attend the information and application workshop being held this Wednesday during W in the library. Global Navigator alumni will be on hand to answer questions and help with applications.

www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer

Need to destress after school with some holiday activities? Please join us to celebrate the ancient Roman holiday, Saturnalia, on Wednesday, December 20th in the Seevak Room right after school. The event is free and open to all. BLSJCL will be running games, art activities, street certamen, and holiday karaoke! There will be pizza and snacks. We hope to see you there!

2nd Public Declamation will take place on Wednesday, December 20 during R1/R2 in the auditorium. The audience will be members of Class IV. Please enter the auditorium quickly and quietly and follow your teachers’ directions to take your seats. We hope you will enjoy this special BLS tradition!

The BLS History Club is sending teams to the History Bowl! If you want to participate in this fun competition and win medals, feel free to sign up. We will not be cutting anyone who wants to participate. (Within reason) The event will be online from 1/27-1/28. It’s a good time and a great chance to study some history!

Practice is every Friday at 8, with our first practice for beginners mandatory next week.

If you are interested, sign up here:

forms.gle/x2CoSYMiCEx5LZ8R9

Discord Link:

discord.gg/Gv7FX97xRt

BLS BLACK is bringing back your favorite show, the annual Black History Month Showcase! We are looking for talent of ALL shades to showcase the diversity of beauty for our theme “Afro-Futurism” in our upcoming showcase. We are looking for models, actors, dancers, spoken word artists, musicians, and MCs. If you’re passionate about performing and want to be part of something special, register to audition now! Auditions will take place on Tuesday, December 19 at 2:30 PM in the auditorium. You must register in advance to audition. To register, send an email to blackatbls@gmail.com or scan the QR code found on our Instagram page or the flyers posted around the school.

The auditions will allow us to see a preview of your performance so we can plan for the showcase on Friday, March 1, 2024. Come prepared to show the panel of judges exactly what you want to perform at the showcase. For example, if you are using an accompaniment recording, bring the music you intend to use for your performance. Don’t forget to download your recording, so that your audition doesn’t depend on your cell or wireless network!

This audition is for the following roles:

MODELS: Come ready to “rip the runway” with comfortable and/or stylish clothing, shoes that you plan to wear, and music, if needed. All are welcome!

SINGERS: Vocalists will be asked to sing their song Accapella (without a backing track). You should prepare a verse and a chorus for your audition. You do not need to start your song at the beginning. Please pick a song that best shows off your voice.

DANCERS: The panel of judges will want to see your dance moves. Please wear comfortable clothing where you have the freedom to move around.

MUSICIANS: If you are playing an instrument, you should bring it with you and have it ready to go when you enter the auditorium. You may also have a track accompanying you if preferred.

SPOKEN WORD ARTISTS: You are welcome to perform original material or something published. It is up to you. We recommend you choose a popular, known piece, but it is ultimately your decision what you decide to perform.

MCS: Be prepared to show the judges your ability to work a stage AND a room. Bring a script that showcases your voice, your sense of humor, and your improvisational skills.

You will be notified of your audition time by Monday, December 18. Acts selected to perform in the 2024 BHM Showcase will be notified by Thursday, December 21. If you have any questions or concerns, email them to blackatbls@gmail.com

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqYIWP2ylfly3j2c0g0YoaEfWkDvpfPIxroEDnN-YfKjRJsw/viewform

Are you a cat lover? Have you been wondering how YOU can help the efforts of cat rescuers to save as many cats as possible from kill centers and the streets? Check out this opportunity from Whiskers of Hope to become a foster/volunteer!! Volunteer services are provided by the organization. See the flyer below and contact RoyCBarrows@gmail.com for more information. If you are interested in hearing more about the experience of being a foster, contact Lucy Zhang at yzhang16@bostonk12.org

drive.google.com/file/d/1V28f4H7llgmBn_VRhvnIA4snehNk4Vr-/view?usp=sharing

In October, Ms. Vasquez shared with us that Self-awareness is the ability to recognize your own emotions and thoughts. Having self-awareness helps us to understand how our behavior impacts others. This week, try to set aside dedicated time each day to write down your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. This can help you better understand how you react to things, notice any patterns in your behavior, and learn more about your values and beliefs. When you put your thoughts into words, it makes it easier to figure out your feelings. The act of putting your thoughts into words can help you clarify your feelings and enhance self-awareness, enabling you to make more informed decisions and foster personal growth

Here are sample reflection prompts to guide your journaling this week: Reflect on a recent challenge. How did you feel during this challenge? What emotions surfaced? What did you learn about yourself from this experience? List three values that are important to you (for example: honesty, kindness, perseverance). Why are these values significant in your life? How do your values shape your decisions and actions?

Are you interested in a paid summer biomedical research experience at Harvard Medical School?

We are seeking applications for Project Success: Opening the Door to Biomedical Careers at Harvard Medical School. The program will run in person for 6 weeks (July 8 to August 16th, 2024). Project Success students MUST currently be high school juniors or seniors and reside in either Boston or Cambridge, MA. All Project Success paid interns will be matched with a lab mentor and assigned to a Harvard Medical School (HMS) or HMS-affiliated hospital research lab.

Project Success students will be paid during the duration of the program. Find more information including application instructions here. Project Success Electronic Application Deadline: Friday, February 2, 2024

dicp.hms.harvard.edu/dicp-programs/k-12/high-school-programs/project-success

The annual BLS/Boston Cares MLK Day of Service will take place at BLS on January 15. Sign up through Boston Cares and live the legacy of Dr. King by serving your community.

www.bostoncares.org/mlkday

The BLS History Club is sending teams to the History Bowl! If you want to participate in this fun competition and win medals, feel free to sign up. We will not be cutting anyone who wants to participate. (Within reason) The event will be online from 1/27-1/28. It’s a good time and a great chance to study some history!

Practice is every Friday at 8, with our first practice for beginners mandatory next week.

If you are interested, sign up here:

forms.gle/x2CoSYMiCEx5LZ8R9

Discord Link:

discord.gg/Gv7FX97xRt

As a reminder, the Dining Hall after school is reserved for student groups supervised by an advisor/staff. Students who need a place to study should either sign up for the library or work with faculty to attend office hours after school.

We’re seeing many error messages in Google Docs asking the user to disable a problematic Chrome extension. If you get this message, click the three dots in the upper right of Chrome, choose Settings, and choose Extensions. Turn “Grammarly” off, and reload your Google Doc.

If you continue to have trouble, reset Chrome by again accessing Settings and choosing “Reset and clean up”.

The BLS History Club is sending teams to the History Bowl! If you want to participate in this fun competition and win medals, feel free to sign up. We will not be cutting anyone who wants to participate. (Within reason) The event will be online from 1/27-1/28. It’s a good time and a great chance to study some history!

Practice is every Friday at 8, with our first practice for beginners mandatory next week.

If you are interested, sign up here:

forms.gle/VQNEK9grc8WCjUaM9

Discord Link:

discord.gg/Gv7FX97xRt

Ladies Collective is starting a period products/ pants drive! 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. Unfortunately, we do not have an infinite supply of pads and tampons so we’re enlisting your help! 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!

Interested in studying abroad this summer? Check out CIEE. Dozens of BLS students participate every summer at locations around the world. Generous financial aid is available. Contact Mr. Kennelly if you are interested. More information is available here.

www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer?_gl=1*2zcswg*_ga*MTg1NjQ1NTA0Ny4xNzAyMDQ3MjE3*_ga_274EJGWFTR*MTcwMjA0NzIxNi4xLjEuMTcwMjA0NzM4MS4wLjAuMA..

Thanks to the dedication of our lunchtime Compost Champions and the commitment of the greater BLS student community, our school has reduced food waste by the following measures:

Per Week Average: 823 LBS

October 2024 Total: 3540 LBS

School Year ’23-’24 Total: 9400 LBS (and counting)

Keep up the good work!

Because of the abundance of food offerings during the band concerts, the Topol Potluck is rescheduled for Monday, January 29th. Please stay tuned for more information; we look forward to celebrating the end of Term 2 with you!

Looking for dinner before the Orchestra concerts on Wednesday night? In the spirit of fundraising, the senior class has partnered with Chipotle in Fenway! On December 13th from 4-8 pm, 33% of all purchases go back to the school’s senior class to help reduce the price of prom tickets! When ordering online, please use the code X9PW88V. If ordering in person, please have the flyer ready on your phone.

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Inspire Generations of BLS Students to Come! Design Art for the Proposed BLS Sustainability Room! – All Classes Invited. WHAT: Create a piece of art that addresses the theme of climate change and sustainability, showcasing your love for the environment and a sustainability issue needing positive change. Think big! It’s not just about being green.

For example, racism, economic inequality, and many other issues of social injustice are also not sustainable.

Guidelines: Must be school-appropriate (and something that you are willing to have displayed) Any 2D medium, will be hung on the walls around the sustainability room. Submissions should be sent in or delivered by the end of Winter Break. Physical copies should be dropped off in Ms. Arnold’s room 025. Digital copies can be emailed to carnold@bostonpublicschools.org All submissions must be original artwork

Results will be posted on BLS YouthCAN Instagram

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tues. 12/12/23 for professional development, which is regularly scheduled on the second Tuesday of every month.

German Holiday Market l December 9, 3:00 – 7:00 PM l German International School Boston Mark your calendars: The famous GISB Christkindlmarkt will take place for one day only on Saturday, December 9, 2023. Get ready for a winter wonderland full of surprises!

Christkindlmarkt

Come see Boston Latin School Theatre Company’s production of A Monster Calls.

Based on the novel by Patrick Ness and inspired by an original idea by Siobhan Dowd, devised by Sally Cookson, Adam Peck, and the Company.

13-year-old Connor’s mother is very sick and Connor is having nightmares. One night at 7 minutes past midnight the Monster from the old Yew tree outside his house appears by his window to tell tales of other times he has walked. And on the 4th visit, Connor will need to tell his truth.

• Thursday, December 7 at 7 pm
• Friday, December 8 at 3 pm and 7 pm
• Saturday, December 9 at 7 pm

in the Black Box Theater

Tickets are $5 for students and $8 for adults our show/monster advance tickets, tickets are also available at the door

Tickets for the Boys Basketball home opener are now available. Please see the digital ticketing option for admission through Go Fan. Purchase of digital tickets is encouraged but there is a cash option available. Adults $5, Students/Seniors $1.

gofan.co/event/1301312?schoolId=MA14517

Intensive, ungraded mini-elective for students in grades 10-12 (classes I-III) on the modern history of Israel and Palestine c. 1900 to the present to be offered beginning before the December breakthrough February (Gallagher). This course will center on this question: how can we better and more thoughtfully comprehend the current crisis in Israel and Palestine by immersing ourselves in a study of the modern history of the region? It is hoped that students will come away with a deep historical and humanized knowledge of the region and its people. The mini-elective course will be co-led by Ms. Judi Freeman, former Seevak Chair in History at BLS, and Ms. Janna Ramadan ’18, Harvard ’23, now a graduate student at the University of Cambridge (UK).

The course will meet weekly during W block for 7 weeks as well as during a day-long session in February in which participants will be excused from all of their classes. It will consist of approximately 30 students. It is imperative that all participants attend 100% of the sessions and consent to class norms and agreements to ensure a safe and respectful class community.

At this point, we are trying to assess the level of interest in and commitment to the course. If you are interested in participating and/or would like more information about the class, please complete this survey about your interest and potential participation by no later than Monday, December 11 at 7:45 am.

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Coping means using your thoughts and actions to handle tough situations inside and outside of yourself. This is different from “defense mechanisms,” which are automatic responses you might not even realize you’re doing. The goal of coping is to make stress go away or become easier to handle.

When something stressful happens, the different ways people deal with it are called “coping styles.” Knowing how to cope is really important for keeping your mind and emotions in good shape. It helps you bounce back from tough times and deal with life’s difficulties in a healthy and flexible way.

Here is a resource sheet with several coping strategies – one for each letter of the alphabet! This week try to spell out your name and try some new coping skills!

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559031/

drive.google.com/file/d/1xVlsXxKZmGo-w16PzAiIg3kAIkjrVWYh/view?usp=sharing

The Register is seeking original creative writing and artwork from students in all grades. Submit your work via the portal on SIS until December 8.

BLS Crew Information Session Interested in joining BLS Crew?

An Information Session for anyone interested in learning more about joining the team in the winter/spring season will be held on Tuesday, December 12th at 7:30 pm via Zoom. All interested rowers and their parents are welcome to attend. No prior rowing or athletic experience is necessary. You’ll hear from Program Director and Girls Varsity Coach, Mr. Fearon, current team members, and parent volunteers. The Zoom meeting ID can be found at www.blscrew.org or email info@blscrew.org

Interested in studying history? Check out the Concord Review History Camp

www.varsityacademics.org/history-camp-overview

The dates of the Boys JV Hockey Tryouts were published incorrectly on the BLS Athletics website. There is a tryout tomorrow. 4 pm @ Devine Rink in Dorchester.

PLEASE LEAVE (a message) examines ideas of messaging and failures of communication as we attempt to convey a message meant to last 10,000 years. This will be our submission to the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival.

Auditions are December 12 to 14.

There are sign-ups on the bulletin board across from the Black Box Theater. Unlike most auditions, there will actually be some writing involved, which is why we are giving you so much advanced notice to prepare.

Boston University Upward Bound is a college prep program that works with high school students to prepare them for college. Students come after school to Boston University and receive tutoring, courses for MCAS prep (science, math, and English), and SAT prep. During the summer students live at Boston University for six weeks. Students who attend a public school and live in Dorchester, East Boston, Mattapan, and Roxbury can apply. The application process gives priority to students who attend our target high schools. Students need to be first-generation college potential or from low-income households to apply.

UB students benefit from MCAS prep in Science, ELA, and Math, SAT Prep, and academic support to help their GPA. Program services are at BU and provide students with exposure and resources available at a university campus. Students also go on field-trips and receive tutoring and mentoring.

The year-round program is free and this year we have 45 spots for new students currently in 9th, 10th or 11th grade to join. Attached is additional information about the program. You can also learn more at: youtu.be/q7jhjlNCdoI

drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-d5Ib4wLZg50378jgjujzgoCbhgffN7o?usp=drive_link

Interested in pursuing a career in STEM?! Join BLS LAB on Monday (12/4) at 2:30 pm in room 329 to hear from Jenette Ashtekar, a current Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Engine Ventures. Dr. Ashtekar spent more than a decade studying natural science with a focus on soil and is a co-founder of AgSoil Analytics, which helps farmers better understand the functionality of soil. Come by to learn about her work in creating a digital soil map and her career path! All are welcome and feel free to bring questions for a Q&A session at the end of the presentation!

Junior Forum is a required course for Class II students that provides a comprehensive overview of the college search and application process.

Class II students will attend Junior Forum during one study/student leadership period per six-day cycle. The course will run from December 6 – May 1, with possible adjustments for snow days. Students will receive their assigned Junior Forum section and their passes in homeroom on 12/4.

For the first lesson (12/6 – 12/13), students will report to their study first. For all following classes, students will report directly to the Schawbel Center. Students will be signing into Oculus when in class. Please email Ms. Sigillito (csigillito@bostonpublicschools.org) if you have any questions.

Nine (9) BLS students of Frau Floerke’s German classes and one (1) BLS student studying Spanish take center stage and win big at this year’s Goethe Institute Sustainability Lab Competition. All winners received an email from the Goethe Institute in Washington D.C. congratulating them. The Winners are: Class II: Ming Pan Her, Tyson Nguyen, Jack Sawyers, Matthew Fruci, Sylvie Hove, Jianghan (Tony) Zhang, Oskar Monahan and Brian Huang Class III: Brendan Furlonge and Rain Parcell

The Massachusetts Chapter of the Federal Bar Association, The United States Click the seals below to visit the sponsors’ websites:

ELIGIBILITY District Court for the District of Massachusetts, and Discovering Justice are partnering to host a Bill of Rights Month student essay contest, open to all high school students who reside in Massachusetts. $1,000 in prizes. More information here.

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All students are welcome to come do homework after school in the library. As winter sports begin, we want to remind everyone to sign up and check in upon arrival. The link is available on SIS (“After School in the Library”) or by scanning the QR code in the library. Signing up in advance is not required but recommended because we cap attendance at 100.

The BLS Poetry Out Loud Competition is back! The winners of the BLS Poetry Out Loud Contest will advance to the regional semi-finals, and the Massachusetts winner will move on to the national competition in the spring.

Date: Wednesday, January 10th

Where: Seevak Room

Time: 9:12 AM- 10:00 AM

Students interested must complete the BLS Poetry Out Loud Registration Form by Monday, December 18th.

docs.google.com/document/d/1VZqEqw1RUFJOtmsmJimVLPXg2TcwbaiVWVw_Shm5mSk/edit

Open to all grades! Declaim a passage or abridged version from a poem, speech, novel, essay, or play, not to exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If interested and for more information, please complete this GOOGLE FORM. Questions? Contact Ms. Harari or Mr. Kerpan. Tryouts: Thurs., 12/7 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. 2nd Public Dec: Wed., 12/20 R1/R2, audience: Class IV.

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Are you interested in learning graphic design and being a magazine editor? Become an associate layout editor for Catapulta, BLS’s only science magazine! On Tuesday, 11/28, Wednesday, 11/29, and Thursday, 11/30 we will be designing the layout of our Fall magazine. All meetings will run after school from 2:30 – 3:30 pm in Room 330. You do not need to attend every day to get credit, and you may work remotely on assignments if you cannot join us in person. No experience is needed, we will train you!

Feel free to view past magazines at bit.ly/catapultasciencebls to get a sense of our design style, and email catapultasciencebls@gmail.com with questions.

This week during W-block in ROOM 307, Students Advocating Solutions for Mass & Cass (SASMC) is hosting a community speaker, Ms. Amanda Grant-Rose who will run a workshop about the history of what has become known as Mass & Cass. She will also focus on the current situation and equity-driven solutions. Join us for this learning discussion session where we will explore solutions to the opioid overdose epicenter in Boston. We hope to see you there, being in the community, lending your voice to this very important and current epidemic. Please email Ms. Bowles at powens@bostonpublicschools.org so she can provide you with a pass to attend.

Calling all clubs! Did you stash your EC Fair poster in the library? Time to pick it up. Any posters still left in the library by Friday, Dec. 1 will be recycled.

This week during W-block in the Black Box theatre, Students Advocating Solutions for Mass & Cass (SASMC) is hosting a community speaker, Ms. Amanda Grant-Rose who will run a workshop about the history of what has become known as Mass & Cass. She will also focus on the current situation and equity-driven solutions. Join us for this learning discussion session where we will explore solutions to the opioid overdose epicenter in Boston. We hope to see you in the community, lending your voice to this significant and current epidemic. Please email Ms. Bowles at powens@bostonpublicschools.org so she can provide you with a pass to attend.

On Saturday, December 2, the Citywide School Showcase will take place and present an opportunity for all of our Boston families to learn about our wonderful schools in one place.

The event organizers are looking for volunteers to assist with this event. If interested, please follow the instructions below:

1) Showcase Sign-up Registration Link

2) For “Department/Company”, put down “Boston Latin School”

3) For the question “Will you be able to volunteer at Showcase: Saturday, December 2nd, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM”, select “Yes”

4) Select “Floater” for Role. The event organizers will then get in touch with you.

Please make sure you take a picture of yourself at the event so you can document your community service hours and log that information into InnerView.

docs.google.com/forms/d/1K68VZgqeH-urow6r9X0PagV2lbl2Dh_4DDMTyjhL_zo/edit

Effective Monday, November 27 and through March 15, 2024, the lunch schedule will shift so that the first lunch will include students who have Classics, History, Humanities, and Senior Seminar during R5; the second lunch, for students in Math or Science; and third lunch, for those in English, Modern Language, Arts, and Music.

Mark your calendars and your agendas because A.S.I.A.’s annual Holiday Sing-Off event is coming up on Thursday, December 21st!

Sing-Off is one of our biggest events of the year, where students can perform in front of an audience and our faculty and alumni judges for the chance to win a selection of prizes! It’s a great way to celebrate the end of the year before winter break and embrace that holiday spirit!

If you’re interested in showing off your incredible vocals to all your peers or want to audition as an MC, sign up here (forms.gle/H2V8eN8KGuVtaGgN8) or at bit.ly/HSO23auditions (bit.ly/HSO23auditions)! Please note that applications close Wednesday, November 22nd at 11:59 p.m. No late applications will be accepted.

The Register, BLS’s award-winning arts magazine, is seeking submissions of original writing and artwork from students in all grades. Submit through the SIS portal until December 9th.

As a reminder and in keeping with the BLS homework policy in the 2023-2024 Student Handbook (page 15), homework will not be assigned over Thanksgiving break. We wish the entire BLS community a safe, healthy, and restful Thanksgiving and long weekend.

On Saturday, November 18th, twenty-six students competed at Catholic Memorial’s Model United Nations Conference. All delegates did a great job negotiating and resolving conflicts. The following students received awards for their work in their respective committees:

• Benjamin Jacobson (II) – Best delegate
• Yuxuan Lucy Zhang (III) – Outstanding Delegate
• Roan Wilcox (II) – Outstanding Delegate, People’s Choice
• Simon Hay Sutton (III) – Outstanding Delegate, People’s Choice
• Zubair Hasan (II) – Outstanding Delegate
• Rhys Crawford (II) – Outstanding Delegate
• Sebastian Inezian (II) – Outstanding Delegate
• Zachary Chen (I) – Honorable Mention
• Aleksa Angjeliu (I) – Honorable Mention
• Franz Angjeliu (II) – Honorable Mention
• Luc Vulliez (II) – Honorable Mention

Congratulations to all! Model UN meets on Mondays in 207

Tickets for the 136th Latin/English Classic can be purchased exclusively on the Go Fan App. Please purchase tickets in advance of the game. Your phone will serve as your ticket

gofan.co/event/1206811?schoolId=MA14517

As we enter a new week, the social work department would like to put emphasis on ways you can show gratitude and acts of kindness as a community, in the form of a Bingo game.

Kindness and gratitude have been proven to boost feelings of confidence, happiness, and/or optimism. It’s also known to encourage others to repeat the good deeds they’ve experienced by others, which in turn contributes to a more positive community.

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Thank you to everyone who supported the Faculty v Students Dodgeball Tournament hosted by the Student Council on November 17. The lower gym was rocking. Students took the victory this year, defeating the faculty in two straight games in a best of three. The winning team was Aidan Fitzpatrick, Matt Carrara, Bobby Banks, Tyler O’Brien, Shane Dunning, Odhran Mullan, Owen Guerard, Adam Whitney, Billy Cunniffe, and Tristan Spiess. Most importantly, $230 was raised for the Greater Boston Food Bank. Thank you, everyone.

Open to all grades! Tryouts will be held on Thurs., 12/7 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. You may declaim a passage or abridged version from a poem, speech, novel, essay, or play. The duration of the text may not exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If interested and for more information, please complete this GOOGLE FORM. Questions? Contact Ms. Harari or Mr. Kerpan. Submissions are due on Thurs., 11/30. The assembly is scheduled for Wed., 12/20 R1/R2 and the audience will be Class IV.

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Just wanted to give everyone a quick update – Spirit Day is coming up! I’m excited to announce that the school store is fully stocked and ready to help you celebrate. You can swing by for some awesome items during lunch hours on Tuesday, November 21st, and Wednesday, November 22nd (early morning).

Have fun out there!

Pep rally is right around the corner, with Spirit Week starting on Thursday. However, we wanted to get students involved in another way. This year, we are asking for student volunteers to decorate the upper gym for the pep rally. The gym will be divided into six sections, with one section reserved for each class. Students will then spend their time decorating their class’s section in preparation for the rally on the 22nd. Did we mention, that volunteers will also receive 1 to 2 hours of in-school-community service? Decorating will take place AFTER school in the UPPER gym on Tuesday, November 21st. Students support your class and get rewarded for your service. Go Wolfpack, Summus Primi!

If you ordered a rally shirt, please plan to pick it up on the morning of Tuesday, November, 21st between 7:00-7:30 a.m. at the Alma Mater statue, or Wednesday, November 22nd before school between 7:00-7:30 a.m. at the Alma Mater statue or Tuesday after school outside of the upper gym. Please see Ms. Sarkis or Ms. Encarnacao with any questions.

Please join us to meet two distinguished alumni from the Boston Latin School and the US Naval Academy at Annapolis who will be visiting to share their experiences and insights with our students. Whether you are considering a future in the military or simply curious about the unique educational experience at Annapolis, this is a great opportunity to learn more.

Date: Monday, November 20 Time: After school Location: Schawbel Center

Powderpuff shirts for those who purchased them will be available for pickup on Monday during homeroom. The game (class I v. Class II) will be on Monday at 3:15 at Clemente. There are limited blank shirts available for $25.

BB&N Round Square Club is having its 56th Global Community Conversations (GCC) on Sunday, November 19 at 10:30 AM EDT.

The theme for this session is Substance Use. The discussion will be facilitated by Tillie Fischoeder and Vriti Krishna (Inventure Academy, India). We will discuss 3 subtopics: Substances and Schools, Substance Abuse, and Personal Responsibility.

Join us for our hour of focused discussion and cultural exchange! Founded at BB&N in July 2020, GCC is a biweekly virtual forum that seeks to replicate the Round Square Barazza experience. Participants will learn about diverse perspectives, connect with peers, and have fun through a chosen theme. More information here.

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Student Council will host the annual Faculty vs Student Dodgeball game this Friday (Nov 17) at 2:30 in the lower gym. BLS Step Squad will perform at halftime. The following faculty members will play: Mr. Gallagher, Mr. De Velis, Mr. Luu, Ms. Encarnacao, Mr. Fearon, Mr. Osowiecki, Mr. Boor, Mr. Fogel, Mr. Hooker, Mr. Gogel, Ms. Kelly, and Ms. Jones. Bragging rights and a shiny trophy are at stake. Tickets are $3 before (lunch blocks) and $5 at the door. All profits will be donated to the Greater Boston Food Bank—email questions to Mr. Levesque (jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org).

Attention ALL BLS scholars! Our annual pep rally is right around the corner. As we approach the rally, please participate in our spirit week.

Spirit week:

Monday (11/20) – Pajama Day & Bring a Stuffed Animal

Tuesday (11/21) – Color Clash (join your class and wear the following colors)

Class I – Red

Class II – Orange

Class III – Yellow Class

IV – Green Class

V – Pink Class

VI- Purple

Faculty – Rainbow

Wednesday 11/22 – School Colors (join your class and wear the following colors) Class I & Class VI (Black) Class II & Class IV (White) Class III & Class V (Purple)

Friends of the Arts is now accepting entries for artwork for the cover of the 2023 Winter Concerts Program. The contest is open to all BLS students and the artwork should refer to BLS/Winter/Music. Remember that BLS is a melting pot of cultures and value systems, so the artwork should have universal appeal. There are 3 prizes: one $100 first prize and two $50 runner-up prizes. The winning entry will be showcased as the program cover, and runner-up artwork will be featured within the program.

The contest submission deadline is Wednesday, November 29th, at 6 p.m.

The program cover will be printed in color. The printable area of the cover is 5” w by 8” h. Remember we will be adding text on the cover as well, so please consider this while creating your design. For questions, please email Ms. Tamm at sprezzaturavt@gmail.com.

You can find examples of previous covers here:

bit.ly/BLSHCC2016

bit.ly/BLSHCC2017

bit.ly/BLShcc2018

Last week students with lost books on their library account received a list of missing titles. Please help us maintain the Keefe Library’s wonderful collection by returning outstanding items! Teachers and families can ask students to keep borrowed books in one regular spot and to pay attention to emails/lost notices. Returning books clears any charges and we do not charge late fees.

The Baker Center for Children & Families is looking for a student who can assist with analyzing their 2023 MCAS Scores. This is an ideal opportunity for a student who can use Excel, has a statistical background, and is interested in data analysis. Community service hours will be awarded.

If you are interested in this opportunity or want additional information, please contact Ms. Anastasia Karasoulos-Vekiarides at avekiarides@bakercenter.org.

Exciting International Education Week Activities at BLS

• – Wednesday during W: Global Day of Service in the Dining Hall – Wednesday after school in the electronic classroom: Clough Open House
• – Thursday after school in the dining hall: International Culture Clubs Fair
• – Friday R2 and R3 in the auditorium: Global Music and Learning Assemblies

The Thomas M. Menino BU scholarship is offered to graduates of Boston public high schools on the basis of academic achievement, leadership, and merit by a committee of representatives from Boston University, Boston Public Schools, and the Boston Mayor’s Office. BLS students interested in being nominated for this full-tuition scholarship are required to fill out a Google form no later than Thursday, November 16. More information about this scholarship can be found on the Official Class of 2024 Website.

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Sometimes it can be tough to discuss the challenges we, or those around us, face with mental health. Often, we feel ashamed, embarrassed, or like we’re being a burden when we share our struggles. However, talking openly about mental health is one of the best ways to reduce stigma, and break free from feelings of shame and embarrassment. Social media can be a great platform for positive conversations about mental health, but it’s important to remember that it can also be a negative space. We’ll be discussing the effects of social media on mental health in an upcoming SEL bulletin. Educating ourselves and others about different types of mental health systems and ways to support each other is another key way to break down stigmas. Remember, it takes a village to tackle stigmas, including those surrounding mental health.

The Goethe Institute is inviting you to participate in their Book about Climate Fiction! Participants have five minutes to win over the audience with their unique presentation. Join moderator Sabine von Mering and a jury to present your favorite climate fiction. All skill levels are welcome. Grand Prize is a climate fiction bestseller, donated by the Brookline Booksmith. In English or German. More info. at: www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/bos/ver.cfm?event_id=25126183

Create a piece of art that addresses the theme of climate change and sustainability, showcasing your love for the environment and a drive for positive change.

Guidelines: Must be school-appropriate (and something that you are willing to have displayed) Any 2D medium, will be hung on the walls around the sustainability room Submissions should be sent in by the end of Winter Break and can be dropped off in Mr. Fogel’s office in room 164

Results will be posted on BLS YouthCAN Instagram

The Argo are inviting Hilary Krieger ’94 and former Argo EiC to have a discussion with us on Thursday after school. She is a journalist with over 2 decades of experience in digital/opinion writing in well-established outlets such as Al Jazeera and Washington Post. She has reported for 10 years for the Jerusalem Post. As members of a high-quality newspaper, we are sure you have questions about the journalism career, about reporting on the frontlines (esp. in Israel-Palestine), and what it means to create meaningful reporting. It is highly encouraged and expected for those interested in journalism to attend.

Learn about her here: www.linkedin.com/in/hilary-krieger-journalist

RSVP BY WEDNESDAY (TONIGHT) AT 8 PM: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdYPiG-ZgD3JqwG_G-8Petfm4Y0Hpf8wpYdrw3bA7gCnWPE9Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

This evening An email confirming your attendance and with the final location will be sent out.

On Saturday, November 11th our teams competed against schools from all over the country at the Yale Invitational Certamen Tournament. All the teams did very well, each competing in a bracket of as many as 21 teams. Here are the results:

Novice:

1st Place – BLS A (Ellie Fung, Lana Nguyen, Silas Rosenburger, Brian Xu) 7th Place – BLS B (Michael Bui, Harry Dinh, Meilin Sha, Kanav Vashishth) 13th Place – Wildcard (Theo Neri, Brayden Pandolfi)

Intermediate: 4th Place – BLS (Elizabeth Baldes, Olivia Chen, Audrey Kollett, Sophia Kowalczyk, Weian Xue, Jason Zhang)

Advanced: 2nd Place – BLS A (Biya Brook, Zach Chen, Aidan Ormsby, Alex Xu)

15th Place – BLS B (Jenny Chen, Joseph Hemr, Mila Matteson, Andy Yu)

Parents/caregivers, new and returning: Are you eager to tap into the wealth of resources available to BLS parents? Do you have innovative ideas for programming that would benefit our BLS families? Perhaps you’re keen on collaborating to create opportunities for parents in your class or neighborhood to connect. If so, please join us for the first School Parent Council (SPC) Program meeting of the school year:

Parent Virtual Onboarding Information Session Wednesday, November 15, 7:00 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting: mit.zoom.us/j/92402699440 Click here to join.

Agenda Highlights include an overview of the role of SPC and parent resources. Please click here to let us know what questions you have & what topics you’d like to discuss.

All fall athletes must clear their athletic lockers in the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms no later than Tuesday, November 15 at 2:15 p.m. Only athletes still in active competition beyond this date can occupy a locker. After this date, all items will be discarded or donated.

Congratulations to Ita Berg, Niamh Govender, Laura Nguyen, and Echo Kirke-Sofer (Class III) for winning the community service Nally Award in their fight against food insecurity within greater Boston. They will receive their award at the Greater Boston Food Bank from Mayor Michelle Wu and Governor Maura Healey. If you’re interested in supporting the bake sales to raise donations, please email cookiesforacausebls@gmail.com

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tues. 11/14 for faculty meetings. Professional development meetings for faculty are scheduled on the second Tuesday of every month.

Boston Medical Center will be hosting a vaccine clinic at Boston Latin School for students/ families and Staff Date/ Time: November 14th from 12:30-4p.

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It’s been years in the making, but we’ve finally done it. We at the Yellow Submarine Improv Troupe have devised our latest zany adventure: Heprov! (Because We’ll Never Be Himprov). As a troupe we have been practicing the art of comedy for years, but recently we added the art of humility into the mix. Come and see our attempt at humbleness, witness masters perform their crafts, watch IMPROV. Waltz on down to the Black Box Theatre to see our great experiment on Thursday, November 9th. This once-in-a-lifetime event will occur at 3 pm and 7pm. Students pay a measly $3 for tickets, and adults pay a ridiculous $5! Don’t miss out!

The Register, BLS’s student run arts magazine, is seeking original fiction, poetry, and artwork (traditional or digital) from students in all grades. Submit your work before 12/9 through the portal on SIS.

Want the chance to watch a football game at the home of the Red Sox? BLS’s Morgans Message a chapter has teamed with Fenway Park in order to offer tickets for the Wasabi Bowl at a discount price, beanie included, and a portion of the proceeds will go to support high school and college athletes! Please use the link below for tickets and additional information!

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On Monday, November 13, Chestnut Hill Studios will return to take photos of students who might have been absent for the original picture day on October 4, may need a retake, or may have missed the opportunity to take and order photo packages. The photographers will be on site from 7:15 through R2. Photos will be taken in the Faculty Dining Hall at the back end of the Dining Hall. Students are encouraged to have their pictures taken before school. Those who cannot do so will need a pass for R1 or R2. To secure a pass, please complete this form by Wednesday, November 8 at 6:00 p.m. Students should only be out of the classroom for 10-15 minutes.

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Learn more about BLS global partner GCI and their summer fellowship at their online information session on November 18. GCI will be at the BLS Global Partners Fair on November 13 after school in the dining hall.

www.globalci.org/fellowship2024

Thanks to the dedication of our lunchtime Compost Champions and the commitment of the greater BLS student community, BLS has reduced food waste by the following measures:

Per Week Average: 800 lbs

October 2023 Total: 4860 lbs

School Year ’23-’24 Total: 7260 lbs (and counting)

Keep up the good work!

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All varsity athletes (those that have received a varsity letter) can purchase a Varsity Letter Jacket until Friday 11/10. $180 www.bls.org/apps/s/?s=3168

Check out this infographic for some coping strategy ideas that can be incorporated into your daily routine and support your ability to focus on your socio-emotional learning.

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First Term will end on Thursday, Nov 9th, and the end-of-term rotation is as follows:

English, Classics, and PE/Health – November 2nd and 7th

Math, History, and Art/Music – November 3rd and 8th

Science and Modern Language – November 6th and 9th

The Goethe Institute has developed a cool website that tells you all about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Play the games, watch the videos (featuring several BLS students) and much more while along informing yourself about the 17 SDGs. Complete the form attached to this announcement and win BIG!

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How do sports influence a culture? BLS German is really excited that the Patriots are playing in Frankfurt this weekend. Let’s celebrate the end of term 1 with a little tailgate on Thursday after school in room 130. Wear your Patriots gear to take a photo for BLS Instagram and come learn about how these Frankfurt Games started.

International Education Week at BLS is Nov. 13-17. There will be a full program of events that students are invited to attend. Learn about all of the exciting travel and global learning programs that BLS has to offer. The full schedule is here.

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Join BLS Global Partner TOCA on Tuesday, November 7th at 6 PM EST for their November Community Circle! TOCA alum, Elaine Gombos, will share about NSLI-Y and U.S. Youth Ambassadors, which are U.S. Department of State fully funded exchange programs for high school students, the latter of which kickstarted her passion and journey in inclusion and technology!

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Hello everyone, my name is Andrea Shortell and for my Capstone project I will be creating a documentary that addresses the stigmas surrounding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD, as well as discussing the wider issues that these developmental disorders cause for children in school, in order to provide resources that will help students and their families thrive. I created this survey to understand how much people already know about this topic and areas that I should focus on in my project. I would appreciate your honest opinions on the questions below. It should take around 5 minutes to complete. Thank you for your help!

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We need your help with filling out a survey for a capstone project. Please read below for the message. My name is Eleni Karkaetedes and this year I am taking Senior Capstone. My Capstone consists of a series of workshops that will occur biweekly starting January hopefully during W-Blocks. My main goal for this project is to allow for middle grade students to become more comfortable in their own bodies and also become a more body inclusive community as a whole. While my target audience is 7th Graders and 8th Graders, anyone is more than welcome to join in this workshop. A student-led workshop creates the opportunity for students to feel more welcome and able to discuss things freely rather than having a strict curriculum. While the workshops will have lessons, I want to also discuss things students ask to talk about.

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Hello beautiful people, my name is Amirah Redwing and I am currently working on a capstone project that explores how the US Prison Industrial Complex has origins in Slavery and Capitalism. I think it’s very important that students understand the injustice and horrors that this system entails for millions of our fellow Americans. I also feel that it is a topic many history courses fail to cover. Thus, I am currently in need of data and hope to discover what students do know and what they don’t know about the US Prison System. If you could take a moment of your time to fill out my survey it would be greatly appreciated!

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My name is Kiara Montes De Oca and I’m doing my Capstone project on the Green New Deal for BPS, a plan to supposedly improve school infrastructure. To help me get an idea of what we all need and want in our schools, please fill out all the questions in this survey honestly and to the best of your ability by November 26th at 11:59 pm. If you would prefer filling it out in Spanish there is also a spanish version linked in the description of the form. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at kmontedeoca@bostonk12.org.

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Self management, relationship skills and responsible decision making are the final three domains of social emotional learning. When we think and use all five we begin to notice a shift in our thoughts, relationships and communication skills. You are already most likely using some or all of these skills in your everyday life. Below you can find more information and tips on how to improve your skills.

1. Self management: the ability to control thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Setting boundaries and managing stress.

2. Relationships skills: skill of building and managing relationships by using communication, compromise, and empathy. Here is a short informational video about relationship skills.

3. Responsible decision making: ensuring we have the understanding and wide range of making decisions that support our goals and values.

You can find a helpful infographic here. Please see this document: tinyurl.com/2a7k6ejt for live links that include helpful tips!

Come out and see the Wolfpack compete in the postseason!

Thursday 11/2 Girls Volleyball v. King Philip Regional MIAA Round of 32 6pm @ BLS

Friday 11/3 Girls Soccer v. Waltham MIAA Preliminary Round 4pm @ Clemente (Back Bay Fens)

Friday 11/3 Boys Soccer v. Westford Academy MIAA Preliminary Round 6:30 @ Westford Academy Friday

11/3 Football v. Greater Lawrence Senior Night 7pm @ White Stadium Saturday

11/4 Cheerleading DCL Championships @ Concord-Carlisle Arrive by 3pm to catch JV and Varsity compete

If you are a varsity athlete that had received a varsity letter, you are eligible to purchase a Varsity Letter Jacket. Please follow the link here for place your order. Jackets are $180. Deadline to order is November 6.

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Come see three hilarious one act plays this Friday at 3pm and 7pm and Saturday at 2pm in the Black Box. $3 for students and $7 for adults. There will be murder, singing rats and out of control narrators!

Come support the BLS Girls Volleyball in the MIAA Division 1 State Tournament. The Wolfpack take on King Philip in the Round of 32 on Thursday November 2 at 6pm in the Upper Gym. Tickets are $5 for Adults (Cash only) and FREE for students. Let’s Go Wolfpack!

Hello! My name is Carmen Laudato, Class I, and I am creating a documentary on the parasocial relationships that people form with Twitch Streamers for my capstone project. To clarify, the definition of parasocial relationships that I am using is “a relationship between performers and their audiences in which audiences perceive intimate contact with the performer, while the performer does not reciprocate it.” I want to keep this survey as brief as possible for your convenience, but would be delighted if you could participate in a short video interview for my project. I will be collecting emails, however your name will not be attached to any information you share. Thank you!

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I apologize for the late notification! The Science & Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) provides an opportunity for high school students to participate in research at a Department of Navy (DoN) laboratory where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer. Eligibility: Rising 10th through 12th graders, 16 years of age by the internship start date, and U.S. citizenship (some participating laboratories will consider permanent residents). SEAP offers a competitive stipend for its interns:New participant: $4,000 Apply by 11:59PM on November 1.

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The annual Sophomore Resume Lab will begin November 1. All members of Class III are required to attend this one-time workshop, facilitated during a study block. Led by Mr. Levesque (Deitch Leadership Institute), students will learn the fundamentals of a professional resume and build their resume in real time. Students will be emailed in advance to select a day and time conducive to their schedule. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

Interested in becoming a scientist? Want to learn more about doing research? Join the BLS Science Team on Wednesday 11/1/2023 from 2:30 to 3:30 PM in Room 334 to hear about the work of real researchers from The BOBA (Building Our Bonds Authentically) Project, how they address mental health struggles of the Asian American Community and more!

Learn more about their work and participate in their research study: www.thebobaproject.com/ Sign Up for the Speaker Event: Link

Self awareness and social awareness are two important skills within the five domains of social emotional learning. Here is a brief definition of these domains and how we use them at school, home and in our communities.

**Self awareness: the ability to recognize your own emotions and thoughts. Understanding how your behavior impacts others. What is Self-Awareness + 5 reasons it’s important www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-J2Tcqhde0 Here are some examples of self awareness:

**What are your emotional triggers

**Understanding your strengths and weakness

**Identifying your values

**Acknowledging your emotional responses **Recognizing your behavior patterns

**Being aware of your limitations and motivation

**Social awareness: understanding the point of view of others. The ability to understand social and ethical norms for behavior. Learning how to show empathy or caring for others, support family and community members. Social Awareness in Students’ Words www.youtube.com/watch?v=d75gxU6Nyq0 Here are some examples of social awareness:

**Leaning into others’ perspectives with curiosity.

**Recognizing and acknowledging the inherent strengths in others.

**Demonstrating empathy and compassion. **Showing concern for the feelings of others.

**Identifying diverse cultural and social norms, including unjust ones.

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The MLK Planning Committee is looking for two MCs! We will be holding auditions on November 8, at 2:30. Juniors and Seniors are invited to audition! Fill out the form to show your interest, and people who are invited to audition will be informed by 11/3 by email.

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Deitch Leadership Institute will partner with Junior Achievement to offer a 7-week workshop series on financial literacy. Students will learn foundational concepts such as earning, budgeting, saving, credit, debt, risk, and investment basics. Taught by Mr. Levesque using Junior Achievement’s curriculum, workshops will occur on Mondays after school from October 30 to December 18. Classes I-IV. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org. Sign up HERE.

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Are you interested in traveling abroad this summer to learn a new language? The U.S. State Department NSLI-Y program offers fully funded learning opportunities in countries around the world. BLS students have participated in the past, This could be your year. More information can be found here:

www.nsliforyouth.org

All BLS Students and Faculty are encouraged to wear a Halloween costume on Tuesday, October 31st for a suggested donation of $1.00. If you wish to enter the costume contest, the fee is $2.00. Cash only! The proceeds will benefit senior class activities. If you are interested in entering the contest, you must fill out the Google form and upload your photo to the form. The form will be available on the day of the contest (October 31st)

As always, NO costume masks, NO hoods, NO makeup that covers the face or renders the wearer unrecognizable, NO violating the dress code, NO props that resemble weapons in any way, and NO aerosol cans on campus. We look forward to your creative expressions within these boundaries, put in place for everyone’s safety.

The Contest Categories are: Best Duo, Best Team, Best Group, Best Solo (all grades), Most Creative, Best Teacher Group, Best Teacher, Funniest Teacher, and Funniest Student

Students in Class I and II can purchase powderpuff shirts for $25. Please fill out the attached form with payment information by Friday 10/27 in order to receive a shirt with the name you would like on it. For senior shirts, please keep nicknames or desired printed names appropriate. Junior shirts should have the student’s last name. Please see Mr. Owens if you have any questions or payment waiver requests.

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We would like to introduce our NEW Class of 2024 Official Website. Students, faculty, and families can access this site by logging onto SIS and clicking the link on their homepage. This site will house all the essential information that Class I students will need to participate in senior class events, get help with the college process, and plan for your countdown to graduation. Content will be updated throughout the school year.

My name is Giani Rodrigues, Class I, and for my Capstone I’m creating an art exhibition highlighting the stereotypes for black women in Hollywood in an attempt to bring light to how harmful stereotypes are to the black female community. This should take less than ten minutes and your progress will be saved if you need more time or need to complete it at another time. Thank you!

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My name is Katherine Martin and I am collecting information for my Senior Capstone Project. Over the year, I plan to research the future physical and mental effects of rigorous childhood athletics. I plan to cover a wide variety of topics, so this survey will have a few different sections. My final project will be a book about the long-term effects of sports injuries, sports nutrition, and disordered eating.

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Crochet, knit, embroider, friendship bracelets — we welcome all fiber artists (beginners- advanced) during W block. Come down to the library BEFORE W BLOCK and pick up a pass to present to your homeroom teacher. We have materials for crochet and knitting or bring your own. We can help you get started with this enjoyable and relaxing hobby.

My name is Xochitl Tai-Dawson and for my capstone, I am creating a curriculum that will add more diversity to the MA/BPS US history curriculum for grades K-6. I am trying to emphasize that Black history is US history and that in order to be involved citizens, we all have to know the true history of our country. Please fill out my questions to help me find the holes in our curriculum and what more Black history you would like to see taught.

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There will be a mandatory meeting for all Winter Sports (Basketball, Fencing, Hockey, Indoor Track, Boys Swimming, Wrestling, Winter Cheer) candidates on Thursday, November 2 at 2:30 in the Auditorium. Athletic Director Mr. Owens will present to all athletes. The coaches will meet with candidates with sport-specific information and then a coaches meeting afterward. More information will be provided in the coming weeks.

Winter Sports Registration is now open for all students interested in playing a winter sport at BLS. Please see the BLS Athletics Info Sheet for sports offered and other pertinent information.

All students must complete the Winter Sports Registration (bls.org/athletics) and the necessary tasks associated with registration. There are no exceptions to this requirement. You will be ineligible to participate if you do not complete the process. The deadline to complete registration is Thursday, November 10.

Additionally, the process for medical verification provided by the BLS nurses has changed. Students and families will upload physicals and other supporting documents as a part of the registration form (Section 5). Physicals are active for 13 months from the date of the physical examination. The date of the most recent physical must be entered as well and it is very important that this is accurate.

Please note that this is a pilot for the winter season. Please bear in mind there might be issues. The athletic director or nurses will contact students and families if there is a concern regarding medical verification. Please complete registration in advance to avoid complications

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Please join BLS Gender and Sexuality and BLS Black for a co-sponsored presentation of a new documentary: Black. Narratives in Boston Black Queer and Trans History. This incredible documentary explores the history of BIPOC LGBTQ+ experiences in Boston. Join us on 10/24 at 2:30 in the Auditorium for a viewing of this film, presented by the filmmakers who will join us for a talkback after the film!

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Save yourself a trip to the tech office!

If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power, hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in almost all cases helps “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

As always, if you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library.

Interested in learning leadership skills with a cohort of global citizen students from around the world? Check out the GCI Summer Fellowship. BLS students and teachers have participated in the past and have received generous financial aid. More information can be found here.

www.globalci.org/fellowship2024

All BLS Students and Faculty are encouraged to wear a Halloween costume on Tuesday, October 31st for a suggested donation of $1.00. If you wish to enter the costume contest, the fee is $2.00. Cash only! The proceeds will benefit senior class activities. If you are interested in entering the contest, you must fill out the Google form and upload your photo to the form.

As always, NO costume masks, NO hoods, NO makeup that covers the face or renders the wearer unrecognizable, NO violating the dress code, NO props that resemble weapons in any way, and NO aerosol cans on campus. We look forward to your creative expressions within these boundaries, put in place for everyone’s safety. The Contest Categories are: Best Duo, Best Team, Best Group, Best Solo (all grades), Most Creative, Best Teacher Group, Best Teacher, Funniest Teacher, and Funniest Student

Hello BLS Students,

The Mayor’s Youth Council is conducting a survey of students in Boston Public Schools to better understand how it can address problems that students face in the district. Please fill out this quick 5-minute form to share your opinion!

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The Register, BLS’s award-winning literary and arts magazine, is seeking additional staff. If you write creatively, make art, or are interested in design and layout, then fill out the form linked below.

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Join fellow BLS students. OMEGA convenes student summits each year in an effort to encourage students to connect across generations, brainstorm and share programming ideas, and plan intergenerational activities. The OMEGA Summit is also an ideal time to learn about the OMEGA scholarship application process and eligibility requirements.

Students in grades 9-12 across the U.S., as well as older adults, professionals in aging, and educators, are invited to participate.

Saturday, October 28, 2023, 1-3 PM EDT RSVP at this link

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Do you feel stressed about school, home, friends, or even out of the blue? Consider joining one of two Chill Skills Groups facilitated by Dr. Kaye. A 7th – 9th-grade group will meet Tuesdays during R6, and a 10th – 12th-grade group will meet Tuesdays during R4. Both groups will run weekly from October 24th – to December 5th, and you will excused from your class for the period that you attend the group.

See the flyers and consent form in the linked Google Drive to learn more, then talk to your guidance counselor or Dr. Kaye (amy.kaye@childrens.harvard.edu) to sign up and/or ask any questions you might have by October 17th.

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This opportunity is open to students in grades 9-11. This program is looking specifically for students from the following backgrounds: Black or Latinx, Women interested in agricultural careers, new immigrants to the US, first-generation US college students, and Ukrainian refugees. Here’s more on the selection criteria:

1) Belongs to one of the following populations: minorities underrepresented in science, women interested in agricultural careers, new immigrants in the US, first-generation US college students, and Ukrainian refugees.

2) Has an interest in STEM science.

3) Has a desire to explore STEM in agriculture.

4) Completed at least one course in high school science with a grade of C and above.

5) Merit, based on the application – one-page essay, resume, and school transcripts.

6) Available to participate in Zoom webinars twice a month during the months of October-May at late evening times weekdays.

7) Committed to a three-week travel camp. 8) Not yet graduated from high school

The program consists of online meetings twice a month during the months of October-May, followed by in-person three weeks of travel camp activities on and off the University of Maryland Eastern Shore campus. Travel and housing expenses and food allowance will be provided during the travel camp, while a stipend total of $1,000 will be paid to each participant upon completion of all program activities.

The deadline to submit an application is October 20, 5 PM EST. See below for more information. sites.google.com/view/astema/description-and-application?authuser=0

The fall BLS Community Service Fair was a huge success with 24 organizations and hundreds of students in attendance. If you were not able to attend, the groups in attendance and their contact information can be found here.

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Want to be a part of the 2024 Yearbook? We are currently looking for artists to design this year’s dividers. We’re accepting all mediums (i.e. graphic design, watercolor, etc.). You can choose to do as many or as few sections as you wish. If you need inspiration, please look at examples from previous years in the link below. If you are interested, please email Ms. Stiven at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org.

1. Yearbook Opening Cover (Liber Actorum)

2. Faculty (Praeceptores)

3. Senior Profiles (Studentes Primani)

4. Laudationes (Superlatives)

5. Sports (Res Athleticae)

6. Clubs (Clavae)

7. Fine Arts (Artes Elegantes)

8. Through the Years (Per Annos)

9. Finem Capere

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Calling all members of Class I and Class II. Want to help make this 2024 Yearbook a memorable one? Join this year’s yearbook committee! We’re looking for people to assist in the creation of the yearbook. No prior experience is needed as we will teach you everything you need to know to navigate the system. The days and hours are flexible, aside from a few meetings, and most of the work can be completed remotely from the comfort of your home!

If you are interested in learning more or signing up, please email Ms. Stiven at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org.

Self-awareness and social awareness are two important skills within the five social-emotional learning domains. Here is a brief definition of these domains and how we use them at school, at home, and in our communities.

Self-awareness: the ability to recognize your own emotions and thoughts. It is understanding how your behavior impacts others.

Video: What is Self-Awareness + 5 reasons it’s important (www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-J2Tcqhde0)

Here are some examples of self-awareness:

*What are your emotional triggers

*Understanding your strengths and weakness

*Identifying your values

*Acknowledging your emotional responses

*Recognizing your behavior patterns

*Being aware of your limitations and motivation

Social awareness: understanding the point of view of others. The ability to understand social and ethical norms for behavior. Learning how to show empathy or caring for others, and support family and community members.

Video: Social Awareness in Students’ Words (www.youtube.com/watch?v=d75gxU6Nyq0)

Here are some examples of social awareness:

*Leaning into others’ perspectives with curiosity.

*Recognizing and acknowledging the inherent strengths in others.

*Demonstrating empathy and compassion. *Showing concern for the feelings of others.

*Identifying diverse cultural and social norms, including unjust ones.

The Teen Leadership Council is a school-year youth employment program that will hire up to 18 Teen Leaders, ages 14-18, specializing in an area of the performing arts (dance, music, or acting) to use the arts for social change in their communities. Teen Leaders will work collaboratively to create an original performance presented as a Final Showcase, and arts-based interactive workshops on a social justice topic. Teen Leaders will deepen their job readiness skills, practice facilitating groups while engaging community members in a meaningful dialogue, and operate as agents of change in their communities. They will receive arts and leadership training in preparation for the performance and workshop tour.

Please see the flyer here for more information: drive.google.com/file/d/1CBsEPdnDHp6WadEhlrp9Pclkyki1iNc0/view?usp=sharing

Crochet, knit, embroider, friendship bracelets — we welcome all fiber artists (beginners- advanced) during W block. Come down to the library BEFORE W BLOCK and pick up a pass to present to your homeroom teacher. We have materials for crochet and knitting or bring your own. We can help you get started with this enjoyable and relaxing hobby.

This coming W Block!-Come to the Seevak Room on Wednesday 10/18 during W block to meet the German Exchange students. Think of some questions to ask them ahead of time. Such as: What is German high school, music, food, their (Bavarian) dialect…like? See you there!

If you’re interested in learning more about 3D Ceramics, Visual Art, or just need help with an art project, then we have the program for you. The after-school Ceramics & Visual Art program “The Thursday Club” will meet on Thursdays and Tuesdays in room 518 from 2:15 – 4:00 pm. All skill levels are welcome.

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We are excited to announce that the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center is now accepting applications for 2024 paid cancer research internships.

The YES for CURE program is a 2.5-year comprehensive, holistic, and integrative training initiative for underrepresented and/or disadvantaged high school and undergraduate students. This program embeds career and college coaching and family and supporter engagement throughout the experience. **Applications are due November 27, 2023.**

Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:

Be from a racial or ethnic group considered underrepresented in the sciences*

Be a first-generation college student

Be from an economically disadvantaged background

www.dfhcc.harvard.edu/research/cancer-disparities/students/yes-for-cure/eligibilityapplication/

Do you feel stressed about school, home, friends, or even out of the blue? Consider joining one of two Chill Skills Groups facilitated by Dr. Kaye. A 7th – 9th-grade group will meet Tuesdays during R6, and a 10th – 12th-grade group will meet Tuesdays during R4. Both groups will run weekly from October 24th – to December 5th, and you will excused from your class for the period that you attend the group.

See the flyers and consent form in the linked Google Drive to learn more, then talk to your guidance counselor or Dr. Kaye (amy.kaye@childrens.harvard.edu) to sign up and/or ask any questions you might have by October 17th.

drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1m24eakjlHO_k_6LBdSx7m8ph1kBOQmls

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s first Public Declamation.

1st Place 🥇- Tiaraoluwa Adesoro (Class I)

2nd Place 🥈 – Ailin Sha (Class II)

3rd Place 🥉 – Mark Snekvik (Class II)

If you are interested in academic research and writing, check out The Concord Review.

www.varsityacademics.org/

Do you want to learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur and own a business? Junior Achievement’s Company Program gives you an opportunity to launch your own startup. You will operate in teams of 10-12 students with the guidance of local business professionals. This is NOT an academic simulation but a real business launch including marketing, sales, profits, and business liquidation. Meetings are weekly after school for two hours at a JA partner site, from November to April. Class I-III. See the link below for more information and to apply. Deadline is Friday, 10/13.

drive.google.com/file/d/1iyfrGioALZgMiTq_cS–Xshv8uvYx_iP/view?usp=sharing

CALLING ALL SCIENCE WRITERS! Come to Catapulta’s Writer’s Meeting to write articles that will get published in our Fall print issue. You can propose your own topics or choose to write some of our assigned ones. We will also walk you through the basics of writing science articles.

WHEN: 2:15-3 pm on Thursday, October 12th

WHERE: 330 (Mr. Galego’s room)

JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST: forms.gle/Cfp1jfbgrNktqrCE7 We hope to see you there!

The locks have finally arrived! All BLS students must purchase and use a BLS-issued lock, and all lockers MUST have one. Non-BLS locks will be cut off.

Students should purchase a lock for $8 from the administrator or Floor Advisor on their floor NO LATER than Tuesday, October 10th. Lockers may not be unsecured after that date. We will contact students whose lockers don’t have a lock beginning on Wednesday, October 11th.

Students may purchase a used lock from Ms. Kwan (located in the foyer during R5) or Ms. Lewis-da Ponte (022C Office, next to room 027) for $5.

The BLS High School Quiz Show Team is looking for new players for the two-time state championship team. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible, and those with prior quiz-bowl experience are especially encouraged to try out (though all are welcome!). Please email blsscientia@gmail.com with any questions or concerns. Hope to see you there!

Starting this academic year, the BLS clinical team composed of 2 school-based psychologists (Dr. Prosper and Dr. Kaye from Children’s Hospital), 3 social workers (Ms. Vasquez, Ms. Wang, and Ms. Abrha), and 3 school psychologists (Ms. Clougher, Mr. Lo, and Ms. Miller) are launching a mental health initiative (one of many to come, stay tuned!) to help raise mental health awareness, increase knowledge about how to increase socio-emotional wellness and decrease emotional turmoil, and promote overall wellness. This mental health initiative will consist of sharing a SEL (socio-emotional learning and wellness) tip every week (on Mondays). Today, Tuesday, October 10 has been named World Mental Health Day by the World Health Organization. The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. Today is thus a great day to start our mental health initiative of SEL tip of the week. So here goes: · Research has shown time and time again that the leading risk factor making individuals highly vulnerable to developing a mental health disorder is social isolation, alienation, and rejection. Furthermore, research has found that having at least one person in our life that understands us and cheers us on is a great protective factor for mental health difficulties. o SEL tip of the week: “Identify Your Person” Take some time today or this week to identify and/or remind ourselves of at least one person we can count on for emotional support and validation be it a friend, peer, co-worker, classmate, teacher, coach, guidance counselor, administrator, parent, extended family member, neighbor, etc. In addition, being kind to one another, embracing each other’s differences, and being curious about others and not judgmental can go a long way in reducing social isolation and alienation and therefore increasing mental wellness. Have a good week! Sincerely, The BLS Clinical Team

1st public declamation will take place on Thursday, October 12 during R1/R2 in the auditorium. The audience will be members of Class VI. Please enter the auditorium quickly and quietly and follow your teachers’ directions in order to take your seats. We hope you will enjoy this special BLS tradition!

The Keefe Library is closed after school today, Tuesday, Oct. 10, for teacher professional development.

Students and staff are encouraged to visit the Keefe Library and join us in celebrating Americans’ freedom to read. When books are challenged or banned, our teens lose access to people, places, and perspectives. But when we stand all up for stories, we unleash the power that lies inside every book. Displays created by the Topol Fellows and library volunteers and staff show how book challenges are rising across the country, from 220 challenges in 2020 to over 2,500 in 2022, according to the American Library Association. Browse our books and Let Freedom Read!

www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks

BLSTV is back with its first episode of the new season! click here to watch, coverage of the EC fair, the BLA vs. BLS football game, and more! youtu.be/o7rpd-ksNtw?feature=shared

A Helping Tutor – Fall 2023 Tutoring

A Helping Tutor is an online tutoring service that strives to combat education inequality by providing free, flexible tutoring for disadvantaged elementary school students. They are currently looking for tutors for their fall session, which will take place from 10/10/2023 to 12/15/2023. Tutoring takes place over Zoom at least once a week, and tutors earn community service hours. Email ahelpingelbowtutoringgmail.com with questions and sign up at forms.gle/cqc21eR4bqXqHVmo6

Calling all members of Class I and Class II. Want to help make this 2024 Yearbook a memorable one? Join this year’s yearbook committee! We’re looking for people to assist in the creation of the yearbook. No prior experience is needed as we will teach you everything you need to know to navigate the system. The days and hours are flexible, aside from a few meetings, and most of the work can be completed remotely from the comfort of your home!

If you are interested in learning more or signing up, please email Ms. Stiven at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org

Want to be a part of the 2024 Yearbook? We are currently looking for artists to design this year’s dividers. We’re accepting all mediums (i.e. graphic design, watercolor, etc.). You can choose to do as many or as few sections as you wish. If you need inspiration, please look at examples from previous years in the link below. If you are interested, please email Ms. Stiven at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org

1. Yearbook Opening Cover (Liber Actorum)

2. Faculty (Praeceptores)

3. Senior Profiles (Studentes Primani)

4. Laudationes (Superlatives)

5. Sports (Res Athleticae)

6. Clubs (Clavae)

7. Fine Arts (Artes Elegantes)

8. Through the Years (Per Annos)

9. Finem Capere

You can choose to do as many or as few sections as you wish. If you need inspiration, please look at examples from previous years in the link below. If you are interested, please email Ms. Stiven at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org

Composting is starting up again and the Compost Champions are in search of people to volunteer specifically during 3rd lunch. If you are interested in volunteering during another lunch block, you are still welcome to apply, but the greatest need for volunteers is during 3rd lunch.

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Students in class VI may begin signing up on Oculus for library study hall starting on Tuesday, October 10. All other students can currently sign up to spend study hall in the library. Please read through this presentation if you need more information or help signing up for an account in Oculus.

docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Yr_zC5yCHdgo0MOZ6fdzaCME73JB0SAKE2eX_2Aoi8E/edit?usp=sharing

The Topol Fellows and TAG are collaborating to screen the new movie Blue Beetle! We will be hosting this event in Room 307 on Friday, October 6, 2:30-5. There will be popcorn, drinks, and a good vibe. No entry fee, so bring all your friends! Join us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing Hispanic figures in popular media!

Free after-school BLS Art program (Harris) All Classes If you’re interested in learning more about 3D Ceramics and Visual Art, or just need help with an art project, then we have the program for you. The after-school Ceramics & Visual Art program “The Thursday Club” will meet on Thursdays and Tuesdays in room 518 from 2:15 – 4:00 pm. All skill levels are welcome. Starting 10/3!

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We are looking for students who would like to support the drop-in homework help rooms for math. The program starts next week October 2. Math tutoring rooms run only on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If you would like to sign-up as a peer tutor please email Ms.Delorme-Metayer at rdelormemetayer@bostonpublicschools.org

Be a difference maker! Best Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the social and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The BLS chapter of Best Buddies meets every other W-Block in the Dining Hall and takes a monthly field trip to Madison Park Technical Vocational High School. If you are interested, please come to the October 11th info session in the Dining Hall during W-Block. Additionally, the Best Buddies Friendship Walk will be taking place on October 14th, 1:00 PM, at Schrafft’s City Center. To register to walk with the BPS team, please visit www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/boston/supporting/#BPSBestBuddies. Fundraising is optional.

The BLS clinical team is seeking to relaunch a student advisory group focused on mental health programming and resources at BLS. The goals are to assess and enhance the infrastructure around mental health resources, design mental health focused educational programs, and offer a student voice for the mental health clinicians. Apply by Saturday, 9/30.

TAG would like to announce a door decorating contest. We would love to see all the beautiful and inspirational creations BLS students have to offer, in solidarity with the Latinx community during Hispanic Heritage Month! Be as creative as you’d like with this, as the TAG officers will go around judging and picking the best-decorated doors on Friday, September 29th, after school. We can’t wait to see what you all come up with!

The BLS clinical team is seeking to relaunch a student advisory group focused on mental health programming and resources at BLS. The goals are to assess and enhance the infrastructure around mental health resources, design mental health-focused educational programs, and offer a student voice for mental health clinicians. Apply by Saturday, 9/30.

forms.gle/gT2wCGKeq3MpbZGB6

We have a need for a limited number of students in Class IV-I who speak and understand a language other than English to help guide families at our  Back-to-School Night, next Thursday,  September 28. Interested students should plan to be in school from at least 5:00-8:00 p.m. on that night. Please complete this short form by Tuesday, September 26.  Community Service hours granted of course.  Thank you!

The BLS Peer Mentoring Program is looking for Juniors and Seniors to volunteer as mentors sharing your BLS knowledge and advice with our sixies. The program meets once a month during W block and mentors work with a small group of seventh graders. Mentors must commit to being responsible, dedicated, and caring to join us.

Please apply by October 2nd to be considered as a mentor. Thank you!

forms.gle/cw4ftYeApm8vPtGV8

Students in Classes V – I will receive an Open House Schedule to be filled out in homeroom for Open House, September 28th, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Please fill out your Day 1 schedule, which parents/guardians will then follow that evening.

If students have a leadership position on Day 1, they should leave the period blank or put “leadership” without a room or office number.

Homeroom Teachers will distribute the schedules and collect them before Thursday, September 28th.

Be a difference maker! Best Buddies is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the social and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The BLS chapter of Best Buddies meets every other W-Block in the Dining Hall and takes a monthly field trip to Madison Park Technical Vocational High School. If you are interested, please come to the October 11th info session in the Dining Hall during W-Block.

Additionally, the Best Buddies Friendship Walk will be taking place on October 14th, 1:00 PM, at Schrafft’s City Center. To register to walk with the BPS team, please visit www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/boston/supporting/#BPSBestBuddies. Fundraising is optional.

Students should report to homeroom at the start of W Block this Wednesday, September 27th, whereby teachers will take attendance, and then escort their homeroom students to the assembly hall and remain with them for the duration of the assembly.

Open to all grades! Tryouts will be held on Thursday, October 5 in the auditorium between 2:30-4:00 pm. You may declaim a passage or abridged version of a poem, speech, book, essay, or play. The duration of the text may not exceed 2 minutes and 30 seconds. If interested and for more information, please complete this GOOGLE FORM. Submissions are due on Thurs., Sept. 28. The assembly is scheduled for Thursday, October 12 and the audience will be Class VI.

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The American College of Surgeons (ACS) will host its annual Clinical Congress in Boston on October 25. ACS Division of Education hosts high school students from the local area for ” A Day with the American College of Surgeons” in which they explore the challenges and rewards of a medical career alongside surgeon volunteers. This program is designed as an outreach to historically excluded high school students. For this program, we want to identify students who aim to become surgeons and have strong academic records. We also aim to prioritize applicants who have marginalized identities across race, gender, and sexuality. Everyone is welcome to apply!

15 students will be selected. Preference is given to juniors and seniors but some spots are held for freshmen and sophomores.

The all-day field trip on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, includes speakers, a tour of the Exhibit Hall in which students can get exposure to the latest technologies in healthcare, and training to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. If interested you must complete the form (docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDeThgz-Xe15dozM4wD6fjCqoE1fAxkyaO27bl9DSWMUOVJQ/viewform?usp=sharing) by Wednesday September 27, 2023.

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During the W Block on 9/20, Classes V-I should have had the opportunity to watch a video on AI and Academic Integrity. If you did not see it, please watch this short, 15-minute video to ensure that we all have a common understanding of our academic and honor code expectations. Remember, avoid using all unauthorized tools (including AI), complete your work in the google suite, and ask questions if you need anything clarified. Thank you!

The Junior Interview Lab will launch on Tuesday, September 26. All members of Class II are required to attend one workshop, facilitated during a study block. Led by Mr. Levesque (Deitch Leadership) and Ms. Gorrill (PIC), students will learn professional interviewing skills in preparation for summer internships and college interviews. Students will receive a Google Form where they will select an open study block in their schedule. If a conflict arises, the student can reschedule for another time, as many slots exist. Passes will be emailed once the student is scheduled. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org or lucey.gorrill@bostonpic.org

Hello members of Class I. By now, you should have received an invite to the Yearbook 2024 Google Classroom. Please check your email and make sure to join as that is where we will post updates and where you can submit all of your information and pictures to the yearbook. In case you need it or didn’t receive it or need to share it with a friend, here is the link: classroom.google.com/c/NjI0MjczNDkxNTU5?cjc=6z4hr2u

There is a new system for all replacement One Card/M7 bus passes. If you need a replacement for your One Card/M7, here is the new form to submit for a replacement. Once you submit the form, you can expect to pick it up in the main office within 48 hours with a $20 cash replacement fee. You will receive an email when it’s ready for pickup. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!

forms.gle/HWDjps7xQEWnj42A8

In recognition of Yom Kippur which begins at sunset on Sunday, September 24, there will be no tests or assessments administered in classes on Monday, September 25. Yom Kippur, or the Day of Atonement, is considered the holiest day of the year by those of the Jewish faith. Students who observe the holiday will have an excused absence for the day and allowed full makeup privileges.

Do you love the card and board games? Mark your calendars for Games Day, every Friday after school in the Keefe Library. No need to sign up in advance and everyone is welcome. We’ve recently added new crowd-pleasers like Coup and Codenames but still have old favorites like Jenga and Clue. Come with a friend or make new ones; our Games Day staff is ready to play!

The Fitness Center will be open before school (7:00-7:30 a.m.) daily, beginning Monday 9/18. You must fill out the Google form and scan the QR Code when you enter. If you do not do both of these things, you will not be able to use the fitness center that day. You will need to follow all rules and clean up after yourself (racking weights, wiping down equipment, etc.). Failure to do so will lead to your exclusion from the Fitness Center. Finally, as a reminder, this is only for students who wish to workout, not hang out. If you have any questions, see Coach Butler.

forms.gle/jithiDBMJQFPcgp76

The deadline for your students to apply to the Health Professions Recruitment and Exposure Program (HPREP) at Harvard Medical School is just one week away! The application is due September 22, 2023, at 5 p.m. and is available at this link (hprep.wordpress.com/application/).

You can find more information about the application and a recording of our information session on our website.

Please feel free to reach out to hms.hprep@gmail.com with any questions!

Application

Tickets for the BLS/BLA Football Game on Friday night @ White Stadium, at 7 pm, can be purchased using the link here gofan.co/event/1121412?schoolId=MA14517 or on the GO FAN app. Please order your tickets in advance. Your phone will be your ticket.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month TAG is having a community service event on Thursday, September 19th, right after school. We want to add decorations to the school to build a warmer atmosphere for this month-long celebration. This is a great opportunity for you to get your community service hours while supporting an amazing cause. We will be meeting in Ms.JP’s room, 329, at 2:30, we hope to see you there! If you have any questions or would like to let us know you will attend, please don’t hesitate to reach out at tagbls@gmail.com.

To celebrate our return to school after a fun summer, we invite students, staff, families, alumni, and others in our BLS community to come together and have some fun at the Wolfpack 5K. 5K Cross Country Run or Walk: September 23rd at 8:00 am (Race begins at 9:00)

The Franklin Park 5K cross-country course is one of the oldest cross-country race courses in the country! Generations of Boston Latin School students have competed in this cross-country course. Come and run or walk this historic course to experience it for yourself! If running is not your thing, surely the BLS Pep Band will help get you started and keep you going!

• 8:00 AM: Number Pick up, Race Day Registration Begins
• 9:00 AM: Race Begins
• 10:00 AM: Awards Have Fun and enjoy a morning with friends and family! Discounted Registration for Students and Alumni! Students (under 18) run free! Young alumni, between the ages of 19-25 register for $20.

PLEASE REGISTER BY FRIDAY, 9/8, to help us ensure all receive a shirt (no guarantee after this date).

ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES THURSDAY, 9/21, at 5:00 PM!

If you are unable to join us, we invite you to make a donation to the Wolfpack.

All proceeds will support Boston Latin Athletics

This year’s shipment of new locks has been delayed a week due to issues in manufacturing. We expect to receive the locks by Wednesday, September 20th. I will put a notice in The Bulletin, informing students when and where they may purchase a lock for $8. I’ll also make an announcement that morning. In the interim, Ms. Kwan is selling used locks for $5 every day in the foyer during Lunch. I, too, have some used locks – please see me in 022C, next to room 027.

‘Apologies for the delay!

Thinking about trying out for Public Declamation this year? Come to a short informational after-school meeting on Monday, Sept. 18 in the library’s electronic classroom. Everyone’s welcome and encouraged to attend: beginners and experienced declaimers alike! We’ll review the criteria for selecting pieces, share best practices for memorizing, and watch examples of what declamation is all about. Bring whatever you’re considering for this year!

Come audition for BLS Theatre’s one-act plays. We will have 2 plays specifically for 7th and 8th grade actors and one play for specifically 9th and 10th-grade actors.

Sign ups are on the bulletin board across from the Black Box (416) and the auditions are on September 19 and 20.

This show is a great way to get involved in BLS Theatre!

Club registrations were due by midnight tonight, but I will extend it until midnight tomorrow! Please register ASAP to ensure a spot in the EC Fair! Registrations after this date will not be guaranteed a spot, so please get those forms in ASAP! If you need to add in information later, I can help with that, but make sure they are submitted by 11:59 Tuesday night!

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdthCffc4Eq0hToGBEW8aCAtCQlrB8WxxAnaxFYkmIlWV2a9g/viewform

Students, please be advised that unsupervised and unauthorized use of the upper or lower gyms after school is prohibited. Only team practices, games, and activities approved by the Athletic Department are allowed.

Welcome back to the Keefe Library! All students may now come to the library after school. Please sign up by visiting SIS and clicking on After School in the Keefe Library. Capacity is limited to 100 students; space permitting, you may also sign up in the library after school. Students in grades 8-12 may now also sign up on Oculus to come to the library during study hall. Starting on Tues., Oct. 10, students in Class VI will also be allowed to come during study hall. To review student behavior expectations for the Keefe Library, please click this LINK.

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Student Council is now accepting names of Student Representatives from each homeroom. Student Reps serve as a representative voice of the general student body at monthly, school-wide Town Hall meetings. Topics vary each year, but recurring themes have been academic check-ins, BLS budget, health/wellness, and updated policies/procedures. Interested students can sign up with their homeroom teacher. All students are welcome; no limit per homeroom. Deadline is Tuesday, Sep 19. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org

Innerview accounts have been created for all Class IV students. Students were sent a welcome email from Innerview with instructions to reset their passwords.

We invite you to apply to HPREP, an outreach program hosted and organized by Harvard medical and graduate students.

The application is available at the link below. The application deadline is September 22nd, 2023 at 5 p.m. HPREP is a free 10-week program running from late October to early February. Sessions will occur in person on Saturdays, The curriculum exposes students to a range of science and health-related subjects, including genetics, immunology, cancer biology, anatomy, and mental health, as well as lab activities and medical simulations. The mentoring component pairs each student with a Harvard student (doctoral, master’s, dental, or medical), who works closely with them to develop a research project that culminates in an oral presentation at our closing ceremony. Students are provided with lunch. For more information, please visit hprep.wordpress.com.

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BLS Football is hosting O’Bryant on Friday night 9/15, at 6 p.m. @ White Stadium!

Tickets must be purchased using the Go Fan app or following the link here. Tickets are $5 for Adults and $3 for Students

Come and support the Wolfpack!

gofan.co/event/1121410?schoolId=MA86961

The Course Change Request window will open on Friday, September 15th, and will close at 3 p.m. on Friday, September 22nd. Students should understand, though, that some of these changes may not be possible since the schedule is very tight this year.

All requests must have a working parent or caregiver email included. Requests that involve adding or dropping a music or chorus class, an AP course, or an advanced Math course will not be processed until those requests receive approval from the Program Directors involved after a student has submitted their request, so have patience. The requests should be submitted using the Google form, from September 15th until September 22nd. They will be reviewed in the order that they were received. Again students should understand that some of these changes may not be possible since the schedule is very tight this year.

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScS6dZ7E-UH7XJ_FQsGYbAxIOiRqqTAkjntdzvtq8G3OGAbtQ/closedform

Earn community service by sorting compost during lunch. Email youthcanbls@gmail.com with any questions. forms.gle/nR2KKXX75pY77EMH7

This year’s shipment of new locks has been delayed a week due to issues in manufacturing. We expect to receive the locks by Wednesday, September 20th. I will put a notice in The Bulletin, informing students when and where they may purchase a lock for $8. I’ll also make an announcement that morning. In the interim, Ms. Kwan is selling used locks for $5 every day in the foyer during Lunch. I, too, have some used locks – please see me in 022C, next to room 027. ‘Apologies for the delay!

Please reach out to either Coach Butler (rbutler2@bostonpublicschools.org) or Coach McQuade (tmcquade@bostonpublicschools.org) if you are interested in filming for the football team this season. We are looking for camera operators and drone operators for both practices and games. Please let us know if you are interested ASAP!

Looking for a fun way to get community service hours? Be a book room praefect! Students interested I should email Ms. Barich at bbarich@bostonpublicschools.org. with your first and last name, ID number, and Days and Periods of your study halls you would like to praefect. Students who did it last year are encouraged to return. If you were a praefect last year and want to continue, please still email Ms. Barich with your information.

Auditions are open to all grades for A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness. Auditions are Tuesday and Wednesday, September 12-13. Materials are on the bulletin board across from the Black Box. Sign up for a specific audition time and grab a monologue sheet.

Thirteen-year-old Conor and his mum have managed just fine since his dad moved to America. But now his mum’s very sick and she’s not getting any better. His grandmother won’t stop interfering and the kids at school won’t look him in the eye. Then, one night, at seven minutes past midnight, Conor is woken by something at his window. A monster has come walking. It’s come to tell Conor tales from when it walked before. And when it’s finished, Conor must tell his own story and face his deepest fears.

The Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA) is running club ultimate programs this fall for Boston students in high school, middle school (Grades 5-8), and Grades 3-4. No experience is required; ultimate is a fun and fast team sport, and the program will teach players the skills and how to play a self-officiated game. The middle and high school programs will include practices and games against other clubs. For more information, go to www.buda.org/e/youth-ultimate-fall-2023.

The Cultural Empowerment Organization, Inc. is sponsoring an essay writing contest focusing on Leadership. Prizes are available to essay winners. Find more details here: docs.google.com/document/d/1jMpQL58E4gHi2ihlH8J0M3vQ9fn-np6kywFW_QM0Auc/edit

The essay Submission Deadline is August 13, 2023.

Summer work for Modern Language AP classes is now posted here on bls.org: bls.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=191780&type=d&termREC_ID=&pREC_ID=459983

Please complete assignments over the summer and be ready to turn in your work on the first day of classes. If you have any questions, contact the teacher listed for your class, or Program Director Mrs. Kelley at ckelley2@bostonpublicschools.org. Classes with summer work are: AP Chinese Language and Culture, AP French Language and Culture, AP German Language and Culture, AP Italian Language and Culture, AP Spanish Language and Culture, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture

BLS students may enroll in this free class on Native American Indian History offered by The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

www.gilderlehrman.org/programs-and-events/history-u/american-indian-history-recasting-narrative

Lockers must be cleaned out by the end of the school day on Wednesday 6/21. Any remaining locks will be cut off and items discarded. No exceptions.

Clothing, water bottles, and related Items lost within the last two weeks will be placed outside of the Main Office through next Thursday, June 22. Please note that the Main Office has been holding valuable items that have been lost throughout the school year. If you have misplaced eyeglasses, keys, AirPods, or phones over the last few months, PLEASE come to the Main Office to retrieve them. After Thursday, all items will be donated. Thank you!

A Helping Tutor – Summer 2023 Tutoring A

Helping Tutor is an online tutoring service that strives to combat education inequality by providing free, flexible tutoring for disadvantaged elementary students. They are currently looking for tutors for their summer session, which will take place from 7/3/2023 to 8/25/2023. Tutoring takes place over Zoom at least once a week, and tutors earn community service hours. Email ahelpingelbowtutoringgmail.com with questions and sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf6NIgRoB1HV7-r-YZIpOdonX9W3Bi542lL2tKGEQCJqz0vdw/viewform

History Summer Reading: Students enrolled in AP U.S. History or AP World History for next year must complete the summer reading assignments which are posted on the BLS website history page.

bls.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=191777&type=d&termREC_ID=&pREC_ID=460529

Our beloved book giveaway returns for 3 days only! Please come down on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, June 20-22 with your teachers to browse and choose books to keep forever. Cleaning out book shelves in at home? If you have books you’d like to give away, please bring them down to the Keefe Library. Clean, undamaged books that will interest teen readers are welcome!

Here are the end-of-year hours for the Keefe Library:

• -Mon. 6/12 – Keefe Library closed after school for graduation
• -Tues. 6/13 – Last day of study hall student sign up
• -Wed.6/14- Fri. 6/16 – Final exams in the library (R1-R7)
• -Thurs. 6/15 – Last day with after-school hours
• -Fri. 6/16 – Last day to return Boston Public Library books
• -Tues. 6/20, Wed. 6/21, & Thurs. 6/22 – Book Give Away (All classes welcome!)

Reminder: Students and faculty are permitted to borrow books for the summer. We ask that you keep them until September. Ignore overdue emails from BPL and do not return books to your branch libraries.

Dear Students, Just a reminder if you have any medications (including EpiPens, Inhalers, Diabetic supplies, and any daily medications) stored in the nurses’ office, please pick them up before your last day of school. Any student in possession of an elevator key, must return your elevator key before your on last day of school. Thank you in advance!

Last weekend before graduating from BLS, Owen finished his last national competition, the 2023 USA Fencing Super Junior Cadet Circuit in Raleigh, NC, and won the Junior Men’s Epee gold medal. This is the second national championship he won in Fencing. It was a long day and a tough field of 160 high-level competitors from all over the country.

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GYP (Global Youth Philanthropy) and the Boston Public Library are organizing a visual art show series this summer. The student artists selected will receive volunteer hours (5 hours per artwork) and be invited to the exhibition to share their experiences

Submission deadline: June 25,

For more information and to register, please see docs.google.com/forms/d/1JlG2wW0QRQ-_B42oO6uS3JWyC5Zk2hnYy0IeOpyofBE/edit.   Please contact Andrew Zheng III  at azheng8@bostonk12.org with any questions. 

The upper and lower gyms are closed after school unless prior permission is granted by Athletic Director and those groups must be supervised by a BLS faculty member

The school year is coming to an end and the last day for in-person shopping at the store is this Friday, June 16th. Have a great summer and we will see you in September.

All lockers in the Boys and Girls Locker Room must be cleaned and cleared by the end of the school day on Friday 6/16. All items remaining will be discarded or donated, with no exceptions

Just a reminder that calculators rented from the math department should be returned immediately after your math final exam to room 301. Please make sure you do this on June 16th if you are not planning to be in school the week after.

The mandatory Fall Sports Meeting will take place on Thursday, June 15 in the BLS Auditorium. This is a requirement for all students interested in playing a fall sport in 2023.

• BLS Fall Sports
• Cheer Boys and Girls Cross Country
• Football
• Golf Boys and Girls Soccer
• Girls Swimming
• Girls Volleyball

2:30 – 3:00 AD presents to all Fall Sport Candidates

3:00 – 3:30 Team-Specific Meetings – Locations TBD

3:30 – 4:00 Coaches Meeting

On Thursday 6/15, members of Class II will attend an assembly during R4 to hear speeches from the final candidates for senior class officer. Students should report to R4 first for attendance before proceeding to the auditorium. Final voting will begin at the conclusion of R4 and close promptly at the end of R6. Congratulations to our finalists:

• President: Preston Musoke and Okeoghene Ogege-Abedi
• VP: Alexander Greene Barrios and Rachel Lantsman
• Treasurer: Evelyn Kwan and Jed Muzac
• Secretary: Sofia Farah and Minh Nguyen

This summer, the district will run the Exam School Initiative (ESI) program at BLS and has scheduled an orientation to the program for prospective families here this Thursday, June 15, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Students in good standing in Classes V-II are needed to run brief tours sometime during Thursday’s orientation as well as possibly assist with other tasks.  Interested students must complete this form by Wednesday, June 14 at 12:00 p.m.  We recognize that this is exam week so students who are selected may wish to remain after school to do homework; we will provide food and more information to selected guides by Wednesday evening. The ESI program is designed to prepare students for admission to a Boston exam school.

Who will lead the class of ’24?? In this video, our BLSTV co-anchors host 9 of the junior candidates running for senior class office. Get to know their values and ideas through this in-depth interview where we ask your burning questions. Tune in to hear their plans for senior and school-wide events in the upcoming year!

Boo, Hoo Hoo Hoo !! It’s our last Improv show of the year :'( We know how much you’ve enjoyed giggling and guffawing with us, but it’s time to say Sayonara. Join us in the Black Box this Friday, June 6th to send off our Yellow Submarine Seniors (and a few surprise guests!). Get ready for the show of a lifetime and be sure to come with zany suggestions and loud laughs. Tickets are $3 for students and $5 for adults. Seniors are free! Three o’clock only — Seniors, get in one last chuckle before prize night!

A brief meeting for all students planning to take Creative Writing next year will take place on Tuesday, June 13, in room 204, at 2:20 PM. Please be sure to attend in order to find out about class requirements and summer preparations, so you’ll be ready to join the class in the fall.

The Recycling Committee is announcing our annual Final Clean Out event, which will take place on the last three days of the school year (6/21, 6/22, & 6/23)!

During Final Clean Out, volunteers will ensure that all recyclable waste is collected efficiently between R1-R4 each day. As volunteers, students will be excused from class and receive 3+ hours of community service per day. If interested, please complete the form below by Wednesday, June 14th. There’s a limit of 75 people per day, so sign up quickly!

bit.ly/finalcleanout2023

The Gender-Sexuality Alliance is holding a school-wide art competition on the theme “What makes a space safe for you?” Submissions may be through any medium–photo, google doc/written piece, video, etc. All kinds of art are acceptable as well, whether dance, poem, essay, photo, drawing, painting, song, or something else entirely. Email your submission to bostonlatinschool.gsa@gmail.com by June 16th at 8 am. Submissions should be emailed with the subject line: Lastname_Firstname_Medium_SubmissionTitle. Video submissions must be under 2 minutes; all must be school appropriate and should not include any highly triggering topics. Pieces will be judged for originality/creativity, effort, emotional impact, and technical skill. Winners will receive a $25 gift card.

Would you like to get some training in Forensic Science? Then sign up for the Harvard Medical School’s Forensic Science program! It runs for 12 weeks in the fall (Sept-December) or Spring (Jan-April). Learn how to collect evidence from a crime scene, interview witnesses, and test samples. NOTE: Participation in Forensic Science makes you ineligible for all other (MedScience, MedLab) HMS programs.

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If you would like to continue using Innerview to post and keep track of your community service, you should update your personal email prior to June 10.

The Gender-Sexuality Alliance is hosting a Pride party in the Dining hall after school on Wednesday, June 7. There will be a bake sale, Queeraoke, face painting, and more! We would love it if you could join us. Please email bostonlatinschool.gsa@gmail.com with any questions.

BLS B.L.A.C.K. (Black Leaders Aspiring for Change and Knowledge) is celebrating Juneteenth as a school community on Friday, June 9 at 2:30 PM in the back courtyard. The word “Juneteenth” is a combination of “June” and “nineteenth” in honor of the date the announcement was made that tens of thousands of African Americans in Texas had been emancipated; closing the door on one of the last chapters of slavery in the U.S.

It is also known as African American Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. This federal holiday is observed by celebrating African American culture. Originating in Galveston, Texas, it has been celebrated annually on June 19 in various parts of the United States since 1865. Juneteenth pays tribute to the barriers African Americans overcame and still must overcome to be recognized as human beings with full rights to citizenship.

We invite everyone to come and celebrate this day with us, no matter your identity. We will celebrate Juneteenth with games, music, and ice cream! The ice cream was made possible thanks to the generous donations from Emack and Bolios’s in Charleston and J.P. Licks in Roxbury. We are also asking everyone to wear something red, black, and/or green on Friday.

Changes to the library schedule for the week of June 5-9

— Tuesday, 6/6: closed R6 & R7 for MCAS

— Wednesday, 6/7: closed R6 & R7 for MCAS

— Friday, 6/9: Final after-school Games Day of the year

Grade 9 Science MCAS takes place on June 6th and 7th. If you are having Chromebook troubles, now is the time to get them resolved. Please come to the tech area of the library for assistance. All students taking MCAS tests must bring their fully charged Chromebook to school on testing days.

The following ensembles will be holding auditions the week of June 5.
Chamber Choir – Monday, June 5
Wolfettes – Tuesday, June 6
Wolftones – Tuesday, June 6
Show Choir – Thursday, June 8
If you have questions, please see Mr Snyder in the Music Wing. More information will be presented in separate announcements.

All prospective AP Biology or AP Chemistry students must attend a brief meet and greet with their teacher. AP Bio will meet on June 8th in 335 and AP Chem on June 7th in 319 – both at 2:30 PM. During the meeting, you’ll be able to ask questions about the course and find out about helpful resources to prepare you for the fall!

Join the GSA in celebrating Pride this year with a BLS Pride T-shirt! Shirts are $20 each and we have a limited supply, so reserve yours now! Pay in cash or Venmo @danielle-murray-27.

The shirts should arrive on 6/8 so we can all wear them on 6/9!

Check out the picture on the Google form below.

Complete the order form below to reserve yours today!

Happy Pride!!!

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Like to sing? Love to dance? Then Show Choir is for you! Auditions will be held THURS. JUNE 8th right after school in the Chorus Room (414). No need to prepare anything ahead of time – just come with comfortable shoes, water, and enthusiasm!

Matilda: The Musical is this week at Boston Latin School. Based on the iconic book by Roald Dahl, this musical truly sparkles even in its darkest moments.
Tickets are $7 for students and $15 for adults. In the Black Box Theater

Thursday June 1 at 7pm
Friday June 2 at 3pm and 7pm
Saturday June 3 at 7pm
Sunday June 4 at 2pm
our.show/blsmatilda for tickets

If you are interested in joining the football team in the fall, please see Coach Butler or Coach McQuade to sign up for Hudl and Google Classroom. We will be having our preseason meeting in the next couple of weeks. Returning players, please help newcomers find the coaches ASAP!

Please bring your Chromebook, nicely wrapped up charger and ID for quick sign-out between Tuesday 5/20 – Thursday 6/1. Please see the attachment for opportunities to return your Chromebook and charger.

All lockers need to be cleaned out by Friday, June 2. After that, all contents in senior lockers will be disposed of.

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Salvete omnes! Ms. Bauer and Mr. Mordine won our coin wars fundraiser! We would like to thank everyone who contributed to this year’s coin wars. We raised over $2200 overall and it means a lot to the JCLers attending National Convention this summer! Punishments will happen on Thursday, June 1 on the back lawn right after school and anyone is welcome to attend. Ms. Bauer will eat a very hot pepper and Mr. Mordine will be egged and sprayed with silly string! You won’t want to miss it!

Dear Class III Homeroom Teachers,

On Wednesday May 31 during the W block, Class III students will be viewing the College Preview Video in their homerooms.

This video introduces students to the college application process as well as the services that the BLS College Counseling Team provides during 11th and 12th grades.

Instructions, a script for this activity, and the video link can be found here. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for your participation!

Students that have been recognized by Innerview for their community service work will receive envelopes with personalized awards in homeroom later this week. Congratulations!

Junior Achievement has partnered with Deloitte, the largest professional services/consulting firm in the world, for a day of career readiness for Boston high school students. The program includes job shadowing, professional panels, and mock interviews. Friday, June 9th from 9:00 am-1:30 pm at Deloitte on Berkeley St. Class I-III. Email questions to Susan McDonald (smcdonald@jagreaterboston.org). Please, only serious considerations, as Deloitte and JA must plan in advance for expected numbers. The deadline to sign up is this Sunday, May 28.

forms.gle/kAW6S5RaJxtU4AcZ7

The Harvest on Vine food pantry in Charlestown is seeking student volunteers to serve as translators (Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin) with the potential to earn a stipend in the future. Charlestown residents are preferred. If interested, please email Ms. Sweeney at etaylor4@bostonpublicschools.org or stop by the guidance office (107)

We are looking for a few students to replace our departing senior praefects. If you are interested and have a study hall D1(R1, R3, or R6); D2 (R4 & R6); D3 (R6); D4 (R1); or D5 (R4), please come down and talk with Ms. Ellis or Ms. Harari.

This summer 50 high school students will participate in the Junior Achievement Summer Institute, a five-day, in-person learning experience where students engage in a series of interactive company-led workshops on personal finance, stock market, design thinking, pitching a product, career exploration, interviewing skills, and more. In the culminating session, Speed Networking, students will connect with business professionals from a variety of industries. Participants will receive a $500 stipend. The application deadline is Wednesday, May 31. Decisions will be sent Friday, June 9. Contact Yanille Baez, JA Senior Program Manager at ybaez@jagreaterboston.org with questions. Apply at bit.ly/40Q4MCY. Learn more HERE.

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Social Security Administration pathways intern summer job opportunity for 10th or 11th graders. Openings are available at offices located in Roslindale, Dorchester, and Roxbury. Apply online: www.usajobs.gov/job/726962900

Thinking about trying out for Public Declamation next year? Come to a short informational after-school meeting on Tuesday, May 30 in the library’s electronic classroom. Everyone’s welcome and encouraged to attend: beginners and experienced declaimers alike! We’ll review the criteria for selecting pieces, share best practices for memorizing, and watch examples of what declamation is all about. Bring whatever you’re considering for next year! Use the summer to hunt for and collect great pieces and start your journey on a strong footing.

The drop-in tutoring rooms will end on June 1, 2023. Students will need to schedule support time with their teachers for final exam support after June 1.

Have you wondered about ways to help support your mental health after high school? Please see this information sheet for specifics on how to seek help. You may even save a copy for your records.

docs.google.com/document/d/1gsTduo60qgxqCglmWvvpDN92rBtcCSWVs15LlBcm_gY/edit?usp=sharing

Congratulations to our Massachusetts Middle School Science and Engineering Fair Winners! This past Saturday, May 20, BLS students participated in MSEF at Worcester Technical High School. Our students did very well across all categories.

First Place Award: Olivia Chen, Qinghe Zhao (Class V)

Second Place Awards: Chelsea Bateman (Class V)

Seren Banner Goodspeed (Class VI)

Third Place Award: Emerson Ohashi (Class VI) The Effect of a Condition on a Plant’s Growth

Honorable Mention: Brian Xu (ClassVI) Effects of Screen Time on Sleep Quality Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair Nominees: Olivia Chen, Qinghe Zhao, and Chelsea Bateman

The Argo Graduation Issue is coming up very soon and, seniors, we want YOU in the Argo. Here are THREE easy things that you can do to be featured:

PHOTOS: Send in photos for the front and back cover collages of the Argo by Saturday, May 27 at 10PM, with this link: bit.ly/argoseniorphotos.

SPOTLIGHTS: Have any special seniors that deserve to be featured in the Argo? Upload a 400-500 word spotlight by Saturday, May 27 at 10PM at bit.ly/argoseniorspotlights. Non-seniors are welcome to write these spotlights.

SHOUTOUTS: Please remind your parents, relatives, or friends to get you featured in the Argo with a shoutout! They are due on Friday, May 26. See details at the attached image.

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Expect the Google Form for Senior Surveys to come out by Monday, May 22. Please email blsargo@gmail.com with any questions.

Over the next few days, you will notice a new icon in Gmail at the top of each email that looks like an orange fish hook. This is a new button to allow you to quickly report suspected phishing emails and remove them from your inbox.

Grade 8 Science MCAS takes place on May 23rd and 24th. If you are having Chromebook troubles, now is the time to get them resolved. Please come to the tech area of the library for assistance. All students taking MCAS tests must bring their fully charged Chromebook to school on testing days.

As part of an annual assignment, grade 11 and 12 Facing History students are asked to create a memorial or monument to topics related to the issues we addressed in the course. The results will be on view in the Seevak room (309) from Monday, May 22 through Friday, June 2. You are invited to come to see the exhibition, comment on the student’s work, and consider the many important issues that they explore. We hope you’ll visit!

The BLS Jazz Standards and the BLS Bigband will perform for the 11th Annual BPS Citywide Arts Festival to be held at the Boston Common on Friday, 6/2 from 9 am until 1 pm. Please see the attached list of students who will be attending. This is an updated list of all Band Students who will attend.

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SURVEYS: From your Secret Crush to Advice You’d Like to Give, share your reflections on BLS with some brief words at our Argo poll. Responses will be accepted until Friday, May 26th at 4:00 PM with this link: bit.ly/argoseniorsurveys.

Opt-in to The Argo Futures (formerly known as “College List”)

FUTURES: Want to be named with the pathway you’re taking after high school (i.e. the college, technical school, pathway you are taking after BLS)? Please fill out this form at bit.ly/argofutureslist. The Opt-in Form is due on Wednesday, May 31st at 10 PM.

Looking for an opportunity to unwind and connect with friends and classmates before heading into the final stretch of the year and final exams? Then look no further! Our National Honor Society members are excited to introduce De-Stress Fest, a student-run event that will feature a number of different activities designed to let you unwind and refocus as you head into the final weeks of the school year. Activities will include a variety of games, competitions, arts and crafts stations, photo booths, music, performances, and more, all designed with the theme “Y2K” in mind. The event is free to all members of our school community, and food and drink will be available for purchase. It will run from 3-5 pm on Friday, 5/26 in the Dining Hall. Questions? Contact the NHS officers via latinschoolnhs@gmail.com or @blsnhs on Instagram.

While you will have access to your BPS account until the rosters turn over in the summer, please take steps now, before your account is disabled, to visit takeout.google.com and download the data and files that are important to you.

Have old clothes you never seem to wear anymore? Looking for new clothes? Sick of fast fashion? On a tight budget? Come to the BLS Ladies Collective Clothing Swap!

We are hosting our first-ever clothing swap on Wednesday, May 24th on the field behind the cafeteria starting at 2:30 pm!

Bring any clothing you never seem to wear & pick up something new!

• You can bring clothing to the event on May 24th, or drop clothing off early at 2 locations: -outside the main office
• -In the front lobby between the sets of glass doors(can’t miss it!)

*DO NOT BRING ANYTHING DIRTY, RIPPED, OR STAINED*

Help the environment & your wallet! See you May 24th!

Attention all students, the BLS Speech and Debate team is looking for new members! Whether you are a seasoned or novice speaker, this is an opportunity to unlock your potential and make an impact. Speech and Debate provide a platform for honing your communication skills, developing compelling arguments, expressing your ideas with clarity, and persuading others effectively. You’ll join a tight-knit community of passionate individuals who will help you work towards common goals! BLS Speech and Debate have sent competitors to all three prestigious national competitions and consistently places highly in local and national tournaments!

We welcome students of all experience levels! We will be hosting two separate boot camps to prepare all new members for the competitive season. To show your interest and to receive more information, please fill out the form:

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The Student Council is proud to announce the following faculty members as recipients of the 2023 Crystal Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching – Andy Zou, Sandra Stuppard, and Susan Shipley. Mr. Zou will also receive the Gerald L. Gitner & Family Award for Outstanding Teaching, with an invitation to speak at graduation. Students submitted a record of 102 nominations in support of their teachers, which is a testament to the talent, dedication, and hard work of the BLS faculty.

Science Team is hosting a Squid Game-themed Escape Room on May 24 at 2:30 in Room 325. Join us for a fun competition with challenges that will test your knowledge from diseases to water quality! Teams can be formed from 1-4 people. Tickets are $3 if you RSVP beforehand (sign up link forms.gle/ZipeBomri5GkMPhw8) and $5 at the door. There will be a prize pool of +$150! Please reach out to blsscienceteam@gmail.com with any questions.

Flyer: drive.google.com/file/d/1C0TYEmMvt78xh1F23pN2M5UPC8b_H96e/view?usp=sharing

Thank you so much for all your help and support throughout the year with tournaments!

Science Team is hosting a Squid Game-themed Escape Room on May 24 at 2:30 in Room 325. Join us for a fun competition with challenges that will test your knowledge from diseases to water quality! Teams can be formed from 1-4 people. Tickets are $3 if you RSVP beforehand (sign up link drive.google.com/file/d/1C0TYEmMvt78xh1F23pN2M5UPC8b_H96e/view?pli=1) and $5 at the door. There will be a prize pool of +$150! Please reach out to blsscienceteam@gmail.com with any questions.

Flyer: drive.google.com/file/d/1C0TYEmMvt78xh1F23pN2M5UPC8b_H96e/view?usp=sharing

Attention all juniors! It’s time to make your voices heard and participate in the selection of your class officers for the upcoming academic year. The positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary are up for grabs, and we encourage you to consider running for these crucial roles.

To kick-start the election process, we will be holding a brief information meeting in Room 208 on Wednesday, May 17 after school. This meeting will provide you with important details about the responsibilities and expectations of each position. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the roles and ask any questions you may have.

If you are interested in running for any of the senior class officer positions, please email both Ms. Sarkis and Ms. Encarnacao of your intent to run by Wednesday, May 24. It is essential to meet this deadline to ensure your name appears on the official ballot.

The first round of elections will take place on Wednesday, June 7. During this round, you will have the chance to cast your vote for your preferred candidates. The top two candidates from each position will move on to the final vote, which will occur on Tuesday, June 13.

Your participation in these elections is vital to shaping the senior class experience and ensuring that your voices are represented. We look forward to your enthusiastic engagement in this democratic process.

Tickets for both the Junior and Senior Proms are now available for purchase. The deadline to buy tickets is Friday, May 26th. Both proms will be at the Boston Marriott Copley Place from 6 pm-11 pm.

The Junior Prom (www.bls.org/apps/forms2/?f=37839) is on Friday, June 16th. The Senior Prom (www.bls.org/apps/forms2/?f=37841) is on Thursday, June 8th.

Please see Ms. Encarnacao or Ms. Sarkis with any questions.

Decision letters for prospective NHS students were delivered to senior and junior HRs on Tuesday 5/16 and Wednesday 5/17, respectively. All applicants should be sure to read their letters carefully, as they contain important information regarding next steps for accepted students or rationales in the case of non-selection. Students who were absent from HR and did not receive their letter should check in with their HR teacher. Questions? Reach out to Mr. Finnigan (pfinnigan2@bostonpublicschools.org).

1) Students are reminded that we will meet in the foyer at 12:15 to head over to Harvard for our practice on Monday, May 22, 2023.

If you normally have 3rd Lunch, please ask your R5 teacher if you may eat 1st or 2nd. Please inform your teachers in advance that you will be Absent Excused from your R6 and R7 class that day and all day Thursday, May 25, 2023.

2) Students should have their signed permission slip, which I will collect before we head out. If there’s no signed slip, there’s no ushering.

Students may turn the slip into me beforehand: I am usually in the foyer most mornings until 7:30; in the DH during 1st and 3rd Lunches; my office is located on the Ground Floor, room 022C, next to 027.

3) Students should NOT dress up for the run-through; however, you MUST BE dressed appropriately on the day of the exercises, Thursday, May 25, 2023; otherwise, you will not be allowed to serve. Please refer to the email I sent you if there are questions.

4) Permultas Gratias Vobis!!

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Friday 5/19 due to staffing.

9th Grader Aylin Ozdemir is spreading the word about an important cause. After the devastating earthquakes that hit Turkey in February, Aylin and a group of talented musicians convened at the Berklee College of Music to record an arrangement by Berklee student Yagmur Soydemir. The money collected from views and donations from the link in the description goes directly to the Turkish communities affected by the earthquakes. Please take a moment to watch this video to support Aylin and her home country of Turkey.

The BLS community is warmly invited to the Old School BLS Multicultural Potluck, next Thursday, May 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the BLS Dining Hall.

Bring a dish you love to eat, something meaningful to you and your family. We promise you’ll be glad you were there!  Please sign up here.

Questions?  Contact  FEqD Co-chairs,  Virginia Berman or  Denise Wilson Joutras.

A watch was found on the third floor. Please come to 319 to claim it if it’s yours.

Want to see your teacher get pied, silly stringed, or doused with ice water? Or even eat a really spicy pepper? Donate to BLSJCL Coin Wars until Friday, May 19th! All proceeds will go directly towards scholarships for BLS students attending the National JCL convention in Georgia this summer, so any bit you can give is greatly appreciated! Donate by putting money in your favorite Classics teacher’s coin jar. The teachers that have the most money in their jars will spin a wheel that decides their fate! Check here for updates on your teacher’s total.

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AP late testing (makeup exams) is scheduled for May 17-19. Students who missed exams have had late exams ordered. Students can see their late testing status by logging into their College Board account. Here is the College Board late testing schedule.

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We are seeking student leaders for the summer foundation academy (new student orientation). We have the ability to pay student leaders who are 16 years and older for the two weeks of orientation. Orientation will be from July 31 to August 11, 8 am to 1 pm. If you are interested please email Ms.Delorme-Metayer by Friday, May 19, 2023.

Science Team is hosting a Squid Game-themed Escape Room on May 24 at 2:30 in Room 325. Join us for a fun competition with challenges that will test your knowledge from diseases to water quality! Teams can be formed from 1-4 people. Tickets are $3 if you RSVP beforehand (link here) and $5 at the door. There will be a prize pool of +$150! Please reach out to blsscienceteam@gmail.com with any questions.

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Join BLS LAB (learning about biochem) for a science poster-making event on Wednesday, May 17th in room 329 at 2:30 pm. 1 hour of community service will be given to all who attend and create at least one poster. These posters (digital or handwritten) will be hung in the hallways as a way to promote science and inspire people throughout the building. All students are welcome!

My name is Kevin Zhong (II) and I am a leader of the Boston Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC). Along with my co-leader Mira Yu (I) and our Neighborhood Working Group, we are partnering with Council President Flynn’s office to host a panel discussion with Boston City Councilors at the Central Boston Public Library on Wednesday, May 24th from 5:30-7pm.

This event is free and open to all high school-aged youth in Boston. During the panel, we will alternate between asking pre-planned and audience questions. We hope that this will be a fun and engaging event to foster youth interest and help students develop a better understanding of the City government and elected leaders in a lighthearted, conversational format.

A flyer with more information is attached. The registration link can be found on the flyer and through bit.ly/citypanelmyc

What: A Panel Discussion with Boston City Councilors
Where: Central Boston Public Library – Rabb Hall
When: Wednesday May 24th 5:30PM – 7:00PM

“With seniors leaving BLS soon, Wolfpack Volunteers is creating an artsy send-off for them! If you have any notes, appreciation, pictures of/for your senior friends, or senior advice for younger students, please place them in the box in front of guidance! The box will be collected on May 17 at 2:30 pm.”

Friendly and spirited students in Class III-I are needed as in-person tour guides for newly invited students and families.  The Open House for future members of the Class of 2029 and 2027 will be held on Saturday, May 20.  Incoming sixies and families are invited for one of two times, from 8:30-10:45 or 11:00-12:45, and new Bsies from 1:30-3:00. It is helpful if you can attend both or all sessions.  Interested students should complete this May 20 Tour Guide Sign Up Form by Monday, May 15 at 6:00 p.m. and attend the Tour Guide Training and Information session during W Block, Wednesday, May 17, in the Black Box. (Class III students who will be taking the MCAS at that time should note this on the form.)

Former Bsies are highly encouraged to participate in the afternoon session for incoming 9th graders.  Additionally,  students who speak languages other than English are especially needed. Community service hours will be awarded.  For more information, please email Ms. Pierce at: mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org.

Congratulation to the participants and winners of Prize Declamation last Friday. The final standings were:

• Winner of Prize Declamation and the Cornelius Martin Sullivan Award: Tiaraoluwa Adesoro

• Senior Award and winner of the Alfred Lawrence Kaufman Prize for highest placing senior: Selina Tang

• Second place: Jessie Wang

• Third place: Niall Reynolds

• Fourth place: Ash Albert

• Class III/IV special prize: Meggan Jeannot

Want to show off your chess skills? Come to JCL’s Ludi Chess event on Wednesday, May 17 in the dining hall! The winner will receive a CASH PRIZE! Tickets are $5 for pre-registered competitors and $7 at the door. Register at bit.ly/blsjclchess. We hope to see you there!

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The Final Exam Schedule for 2023 is as follows:

Wednesday, June 14th – R2 & R3, SCIENCE

R6 & R7, MODERN LANGUAGE

Thursday, June 15th – R2 & R3, ELA

R6 & R7, CLASSICS

Friday, June 16th – R2 & R3, MATH

R6 & R7, HISTORY

There will be more information about extended time exams* shared at a later date.

*R1 – R3 and R5 – R7

Please see the message below from Andy Yu, Class IV, and help him fill out the survey:

“Hi! My name is Andy Yu, and I am a current Life Scout and 9th grader. For my Eagle Scout Project, I would like to build several new bike racks to meet the needs of people interested in biking to BLS and decrease BLS’s transportation-related emissions. If you could please fill out the following form (which should take about 2 minutes), that would be great!”

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BLS Food Club is accepting recipes in order to put together a collaborative BLS Cookbook! Submit your favorite recipe at rb.gy/mrn7h by May 15th. All food is welcome!

If you know me, you know I know nothing about sports (for example, when I loudly yelled TRAFFIC instead of TRAVEL during the faculty vs staff basketball game). This video of Giannis Antetokounmpo talking about failure reinforced why I admire his perspective so much. When I listened to the video I mentally substituted the word “sports” with the word “life”. I hope that you will find encouragement in this.

Grade 10 Math MCAS takes place on May 16th and 17th. If you are having Chromebook troubles, now is the time to get them resolved. Please come to the tech area of the library for assistance. All students taking MCAS tests must bring their fully charged Chromebook to school on testing days.

Don’t forget to check out our BLS enrichment site!

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Dear BLS Community,

Asian Night 2023: A Letter to Home is this Friday, May 12th at 5:30 pm in the BLS Auditorium! This year, we will have the Eggroll Cafe food truck in the back parking lot from 3-5 PM. Check out @blsasia on Instagram to see what’s on the menu!

Purchase Show tickets from any BLS ASIA officer, listed below, for $7. Or you can purchase an all-inclusive ticket (Eggroll Cafe Bento Box + a Show) for a discounted price of $20 at bit.ly/AN23PREORDER. All-inclusive ticket sales will close on the evening of May 10th.

Officers: Cinly Mo (I), Nha Truong (I), Catherine Wang (I), Faria Zaman (I), Janie Huang (I), Nicholas Lai (I), Tara Gipstein (I), Vivian Nguyen (I), Fiona Yuan (II), Jialin Chen (II), Lindsey Jiang (II), Ava Vu (III), Catherine Zee (III), Lena Thai (III), Aeisha Yassin (IV), Terance Wang (IV)

bit.ly/AN23PREORDER

Planet Fitness: “Starting May 15th, teens between the ages of 14-19 can work out for free all summer long! Plus, we’re giving away $200,000* to high schools and students! Teens who register can help win a grant for their school and participate in a video contest for a chance to win a scholarship. Don’t wait, pre-register today.” Use this link to sign up! www.planetfitness.com/summerpass/pre-registration

Looking for an opportunity to unwind and connect with friends and classmates before heading into the final stretch of the year and final exams? Then look no further! Our National Honor Society members are excited to introduce De-Stress Fest, a student-run event that will feature a number of different activities designed to let you unwind and refocus as you head into the final crazy weeks of the school year. Activities will include a variety of games, competitions, arts and crafts stations, photo booths, music, performances, and more, all designed with the theme “Y2K” in mind. The event is free to all members of our school community, and food and drink will be available for purchase. It will run from 3-5 pm on Friday, 5/26 in the Dining Hall. Questions? Contact the NHS officers via latinschoolnhs@gmail.com or @blsnhs on Instagram.

The 17th Annual Summit on Climate and Sustainability will be Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 9 am – 3 pm. Join us at 32 Vassar Street, Cambridge, in MIT’s Stata Center for a day of workshops, exhibitions, musical performances, raffles, and free breakfast and lunch. Our theme for this year is Do You Sea Us? and the day will focus on education around media perceptions of climate change. Students will receive 10 hours of community service for attending. This event is open to all middle and high schoolers from around Massachusetts, so feel free to share the registration link with anyone who might be interested. Register here: forms.gle/aMAgf5Fwn8LF6QYf7

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This summer 50 high school students will join Junior Achievement in person for 5 days for the annual JA Summer Institute. Students will engage in a series of interactive company-led workshops on the basics of personal finance, the stock market, design thinking, pitching a product, career exploration, interviewing skills, and more. In the culminating session, Speed Networking, students will connect with business professionals from a variety of industries. The application deadline is Wednesday, May 31. Decisions will be sent Friday, June 9. Contact Yanille Baez, JA Senior Program Manager at ybaez@jagreaterboston.org with questions. Apply HERE.

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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 Award and be invited to speak at graduation. Award recipients from the past 5 years are NOT eligible, which include Mr. Mikalaitis, Ms. Cojohn, Ms. Barich, Ms. Freeman, Ms. Arnold, Mr. Howard, Mr. Southwick, Ms. Levin-Adler, Ms. Moguel, Mr. Bartoloma, Mr. Pietrangelo, Mx. Amico, Ms. Campot, and Mr. Walker. As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation this week, what better time to thank a teacher by submitting a nomination recognizing their contributions to our learning community? Click HERE.

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Boston University Upward Bound and Boston University Upward Bound Math Science

Openings for high school students who live in Dorchester, East Boston, Mattapan, or Roxbury.

Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math Science are rigorous college-prep programs that provide classes, tutoring, social enrichment, and personal support throughout high school for first-generation college potential high school students or students from low-income households. Year-round services include an academically intensive six-week summer program (where students stay at BU) and an on-campus after-school program of tutoring and MCAS English, MCAS Math, MCAS Science, and SAT prep courses during the school year, and field trips. Students are expected to participate year-round and remain with the program throughout HS.

For a brief video about the programs, see youtu.be/q7jhjlNCdoI.

The programs are free and have openings for 9, 10, and 11th graders who live in Dorchester, East Boston, Mattapan, or Roxbury. For an application and more info, email Reggie Jean at reggie@bu.edu, or students/families can complete this interest form.

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Join the Virtual Career Booster Germany and get insights, how-tos, and tips from experts to plan your future in Germany – plus a chance to win a German language course.

Learn more about opportunities in Germany for high school and college grads and find your dream career.

Drop in and discover new paths leading to your successful future.

· May 11, 11am-4pm ET

· Registration is required

· Event is held in English

Register directly: events.zoom.us/ev/AiGsT-iB2FQ6nk83kpRoTu1Ts-xYLuxH74dUL2akl61SCe0Gt293~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg

Website: www.goethe.de/us-careerbooster

Each senior who wishes to order a 2023 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by Friday, May 12, 2023, but please order them SOONER rather than later. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will be accepting cash, check, and Venmo.

If paying by Venmo (@blshelps), please include your full name and student ID in the description so that we can process your payment. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014.

In order to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation, our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by Friday, May 12th, 2023. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

Calling all seniors! We would love to have your artwork from either AP Art, Foundations of Visual Arts, or Graphic Arts featured in the yearbook. This section highlights all of the hard work and passion that you’ve put into your creations throughout the year and is a great way to look back at your work in the future. Please submit your favorite piece to blsyearbook1635@gmail.com no later than Monday, May 8th. Thank you in advance and we look forward to seeing your wonderful submissions.

Ever wanted to express gratitude towards a teacher but weren’t sure how to?

Join BLS PenPals in celebrating Teachers Appreciation Week (May 8th- May 12th) by writing anonymous letters to your favorite teachers for community service hours! Each letter is worth one (1) hour, with a maximum of 5 letters. All letters are to be turned in by May 6th, 2:25 pm in room 214 in a red basket by the desk. For more information, check out the pinned post on our Instagram @blspenpal or email blspenpal@gmail.com with any further questions!

NHS applications have been sent to all eligible seniors and juniors. Eligibility is determined by possessing the minimum GPA of 3.0 from 9th-11th grade (for seniors) and 3.5 from 9th-10th grade (for juniors), as well as having no disciplinary infractions on record from the current or previous school year. Applications were sent via Google Classroom; students should check for an invite and access the materials to complete the application therein. Note these are due no later than Tuesday, 5/9/23 at 4:00 pm. Questions? Email Mr. Finnigan (pfinnigan2@bostonpublicschools.org) or drop by office 169b (across from room 135) before HR.

Please return all your overdue library books! Your homeroom teacher will be passing out overdue notices this week or you can check your account with your BPL library card. Seniors with overdue items will end up on the hold list! If you have questions or issues, bring your overdue slips down to the library and speak with Ms. Ellis or Ms. Harari. Thanks in advance for your help.

Dear BLS,

Asian Night 2023: A Letter to Home is coming up on Friday, May 12th at 5:30 pm in the BLS Auditorium! This year, we will have the Eggroll Cafe food truck in the back parking lot from 3-5 PM. Check out @blsasia on Instagram to see what’s on the menu!

Purchase Show tickets from any BLS ASIA officer, listed below, for $7. Or you can purchase an all-inclusive ticket (Eggroll Cafe Bento Box + a Show) for a discounted price of $20 at bit.ly/AN23PREORDER.

Officers: Cinly Mo (I), Nha Truong (I), Catherine Wang (I), Faria Zaman (I), Janie Huang (I), Nicholas Lai (I), Tara Gipstein (I), Vivian Nguyen (I), Fiona Yuan (II), Jialin Chen (II), Lindsey Jiang (II), Ava Vu (III), Catherine Zee (III), Lena Thai (III), Aeisha Yassin (IV), Terance Wang (IV)

bit.ly/AN23PREORDER

It’s that time of year again! The 9th annual Senior Capstone TEDx-style talks will be held on Monday, May 22, Tuesday, May 23, and Wednesday, May 24 in the Auditorium. Please save the date!

A Sign-Up Genius will be released and available (beginning the week of May 16) to your teachers so that they may sign up for their classes to attend. Please encourage them to do so! This year’s group of students is particularly inspiring; they have produced an array of books, podcasts, and films, along with websites, research papers, and proposals that are to be applauded.

We look forward to seeing you and your teachers at the presentations.

In order to accommodate the alumni luncheon on Friday, 5/5, the Keefe library will be closed R4, 5, and 6. Please plan accordingly.

Friday, May 5th is Alumni Day, a day when those who graduated from The Latin School return to pay homage to Alma Mater. Let us welcome them back with greetings and generosity of spirit!

Many alumni of the 50th Class Reunion (of which Mr. Pitts is a member); the 40th Class Reunion (of which Mr. Peter Kelly, President of the Boston Latin School Association, is a member); the 35th Class Reunion (of which Ms. Kirkpatrick and I, Ms. Lewis-da Ponte, are members; best friends at BLS!); the 25th Class Reunion (of which Mr. Lane, Ms. Kwan, Ms. Leung, and Mr. Mulhern are members) will be present, so let’s “show up and show out” as ONLY BLS students, faculty, and staff can and do! Sumus Primi…Semper!

Are you interested in international affairs and/or thinking of pursuing a career in foreign service? Interested in learning more about what ambassadors do and about the path to get there?

Come to the Schawbel Center on Thursday, May 4 at 2:30 pm to hear from Ambassador Lawrence Silverman, BLS Class of 1973. With more than 30 years of experience in the U.S. Foreign Service in the Middle East, Central and Eastern Europe, Silverman has held many significant roles in the State Department including:

• Former U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait
• Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs
• The State Department’s Director of Israel and Palestine Affairs
• Vice President Biden’s Special Advisor for Europe and Russia

During this program, Ambassador Silverman will share his experiences and wisdom on career pathways in foreign service. Students will have the opportunity to ask questions and meet a former ambassador who graduated from BLS. No rsvp is necessary.

Congrats to BLS JCL for taking 1st place in the whole school contest at MassJCL State Convention last weekend!

All 3 certamen teams made finals, we placed top 3 in all Spirit events, and students won a plethora of individual and school-level awards. Check out this Doc for all of the contest results. And congrats to the newly elected officers of the MassJCL executive board: Joanna Lin (president), Alex Xu (parliamentarian), and Aleksa Angjeliu (editor)!

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Because we’ll be setting up in the dining hall to welcome back alumni on Friday, May 5th, we are asking students to vacate that space at the 7:25 bell.

Thank you!

The Deitch Leadership Institute will offer LinkedIn workshops during W-Blocks in May. Students will build a new account in real-time and learn how to access the 10,000+ BLS alumni on the platform. Students who already have accounts can learn how to build up their profiles, increase visibility, and job search through the platform. Class I-III. Sign up HERE.

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Prize Night Reading Competition will be held in rooms 201 and 202. Room 202 for seniors, juniors, and seventh graders. Room 201 for sophomores. Just a reminder, the competition will begin at 2:30 PM Thursday, May 4th.

Prize Declamation will take place in the auditorium on Friday, May 5, during R6 and R7. This event will be attended by members of the 25th and 50th reunion classes, families, interested staff and administrators, and students in Class I and II who are present for these periods. Teachers with these students are asked to please escort them to the auditorium and provide direction and supervision during seating and the event. All students from predominantly junior and senior classes are welcome to attend.

90 Members of Class II with no disciplinary issues and no grades below a C- in any course are invited to usher at Harvard College’s Commencement Exercises on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Students will be marked Absent Excused and receive community service hours for the day.

If interested, please email Ms. Lewis-da Ponte (slewis2@bostonpublicschools.org) no later than Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

Thank you!

Calling all seniors! We would love to have your artwork from either AP Art or Graphic Arts featured in the yearbook. This section highlights all of the hard work and passion that you’ve put into your creations throughout the year and is a great way to look back at your work in the future. Please submit your favorite piece to blsyearbook1635@gmail.com no later than Monday, May 8th. Thank you in advance and we look forward to seeing your wonderful submissions.

Please support BLS Crew this Saturday, April 29th, at their annual ERGATHON to raise money for equipment. An “ERG” is short for ergometer, the rowing machine rowers use for training and fitness. During the Ergathon, each rower takes a turn on the erg for a one-hour shift and will attempt to row 10,000 meters. Members of BLS Crew will be merging in Christopher Columbus Park (110 Atlantic Avenue) from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm! Click here for more about the event. Donate via Venmo @BLSCrew. Bake sale items and BLS merch will be available for sale during the event. Donations will also be accepted on-site. For more information, please see www.blscrew.org/ergathon.

The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Biostatistics Department is excited to host StatStart this summer. StatStart is a month-long summer program intended for high school students from underrepresented backgrounds. Students participating in the program will receive an introduction to statistics, data science, and computing. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to analyze real-world data by working on group projects led by a graduate student mentor. We will explore how quantitative skills can be used to solve public health issues!

The program runs from July 5th to July 27th, Monday to Thursday from 10 AM – 2 PM EST, at the Harvard campus. Classes will be taught by Harvard Biostats Ph.D. students and will provide mentorship and college preparatory skills. The program will conclude with student presentations on Friday, July 28th.

The application for StatStart is now live and due on Friday, June 2, 2023. Please note there is no fee associated with this program.

For any urgent inquiries, feel free to reach out to Priti Thareja at pthareja@hsph.harvard.edu.

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Each senior who wishes to order a 2023 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by May 12, 2023, but please order them SOONER rather than later. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will be accepting cash, check, and Venmo.

If paying by Venmo (@blshelps), please include your full name and student ID in the description so that we can process your payment. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014.

In order to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation, our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by May 12th, 2023. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

This is the BLS AP testing schedule with times and locations.

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This year Boston Latin’s Speech and Debate Team will be sending students to three prestigious national-level tournaments. We are raising funds to help offset travel costs for parents and for the school. Please support our National Qualifiers by entering this raffle: go.rallyup.com/blsspeechanddebate

You will be entered to earn 50% of the more than $1,000 raffle pool! The deadline to enter is April 30, 2023, at 11:59 pm EST. Prizes will be drawn the following day.

The 2023 Prize Night Scholarship and Financial Aid Survey are OPEN! Please apply now! This form will close on Sunday, April 30th, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Email Ms. Murray with any questions.

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Student Council will host the annual Faculty/Student Basketball game this Friday (Apr 28) at 2:30 in the upper gym. It’s students versus teachers, with the BLS Step Squad performing at halftime. Here is the updated faculty team: Mr. McQuade, Mr. De Velis, Mr. Osowiecki, Ms. Lipschitz, Mr. Boor, Mr. Howard, Mr. Luu, Mr. Fogel, Mr. Barry, Ms. Kelly, Mr. Greenidge, Mr. Smith (History), Ms. Encarnacao, Mr. Fearon, Mr. Thomas, Ms. Sample, and Mr. Gallagher. Tickets ($5) will be sold during lunch on Friday and at the door. Proceeds will be donated to MSPCA-Angell Animal Hospital. Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

Art Show: April 24 – 27 in room 309

The junior and senior art show will be on display in room 309. Teachers and their classes are welcome to visit the exhibit during the day. The opening reception will be held on Wednesday, April 26 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

Student Council will host the annual Faculty/Student Basketball game this Friday (Apr 28) at 2:30 in the upper gym. It’s students versus teachers, with the BLS Step Squad performing at halftime. These faculty members will play: Mr. Osowiecki, Mr. Boor, Mr. Howard, Mr. Luu, Mr. Fogel, Mr. Barry, Mr. Greenidge, Mr. Smith (History), Mr. Fearon, Mr. Thomas, Ms. Lipschitz, Ms. Kelly, Ms. Encarnacao, Ms. Sample, and Mr. Gallagher. Bragging rights and a shiny trophy are at stake. Tickets ($5) are available during lunch on Thursday and Friday, as well as at the door. Proceeds will be donated to MSPCA-Angell (Animal Hospital). Email questions to jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org.

The Youth for Education Equality Club is hosting an event this Wednesday to make posters advocating for the protection of the Indian Child Welfare Act. The ICWA was passed to protect Native American families and culture by mandating that state courts give preference to Native American families when placing Native American children in foster care or adoptive homes. Join us in making posters to raise awareness about the Indian Child Welfare Act and the importance of protecting Native American children.

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Each senior who wishes to order a 2023 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by May 5, 2023, but please order them SOONER rather than later. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will be accepting cash, check, and Venmo.

If paying by Venmo (@blshelps), please include your full name and student ID in the description so that we can process your payment. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014.

In order to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation, our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by May 5th, 2023. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

The Register, BLS’s student-run arts journal, is seeking original artwork and writing for the spring issue. Submit through the portal on SIS until 4/26.

Prize Declamation will take place in the auditorium on Friday, May 5, beginning at 12:45 pm and continuing through R6 and R7. This event will be attended by members of the 25th and 50th reunion classes, families, interested staff and administrators, and students in Class I and II who are present for these periods. Teachers with these students are asked to please escort them to the auditorium and provide direction and supervision during seating and the event.

“Ever wonder what science extracurriculars are offered at BLS? What does the BLS Science Team do? What is a Science Fair and how do students work on a project? How can parents get involved?

Please join our next meeting specifically designed for parents and students who are interested in science! We will hear from BLS Science Team Officers, Science Fair award winners, and parent mentor volunteers. The BLS Science Department Head, Ms. Bateman will also join our meeting to speak about some of the science extracurriculars that are available to students.

Meeting time: 7:30 pm, Monday, 4/24 Zoom Meeting Link: mit.zoom.us/j/9060042824″

A Helping Tutor is an online tutoring service that strives to combat education inequality by providing free, flexible tutoring for disadvantaged elementary students. They are currently looking for tutors for their spring session, which will take place from 4/10/23 to 6/16/23. Tutoring takes place over Zoom at least once a week. Email ahelpingelbowtutoring@gmail.com with questions.

As part of Alumni Weekend, spirited students in Class I-III are needed to conduct tours and other tasks to support our visiting alumni on Friday, May 5. Students will be excused from class for much of the day so should be in good academic standing. Note, also, that May 5 is an AP exam day. Students must commit to attending a training session with the BLSA on Wednesday, April 26 during W block. As we can only accommodate 30 students, we will notify you by Monday, April 24 if you are selected and will deliver a pass to the training to your homeroom teacher. Priority will be given to Class I students. To be considered, please submit this form by Thursday, April 13. For questions, please see Ms. Pierce in the Main Office or email mpierce5@bostonpublicschools.org

The BLS College Counseling Team is looking for volunteers to help at our College Fair scheduled on the evening of Tuesday April 25. We specifically need students to help us set up and break down the college fair. This involves moving tables and chairs from classrooms to the Dining Hall and lower gym. This opportunity is open to Members of Class III, II, and I, but seniors who still need community service hours will have priority. Slots are limited, so sign up using the link below!

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STEM Mentorship Program: ResearcHERS is a movement designed to help fund women-led research and build a pipeline of girls in STEM fields. The STEM Mentorship Program connects students with mentors in STEM fields and gives them the opportunity to interact with their mentors through one-on-one virtual meetings for a period of six months.

We are actively seeking out mentees interested in various fields around Cancer Research and Care. Please see the attached one-pager for more information and the sign-up form.

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Please join BLSJCL in celebrating Earth Day by volunteering with the Charles River Watershed Association at their 24th Annual Charles River Cleanup! We will be volunteering at Millennium Park in West Roxbury on Saturday, April 22nd from 10 AM to 12 PM. If you are in town the last weekend of April break, this should be a fun way to see friends, get outside, and earn a few community service hours! To participate, please complete this Google form by midnight on Friday 4/14, and the CRWA registration/waiver that is included as the last question on that Google form. We can host up to 25 people and will run a waitlist if we have more interest.

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Young Women of Color are hosting a spin class at HandleBar Fenway on May 19!

Indoor cycling, studio cycling, or ‘spinning’ is a high-intensity exercise on a stationary bike. It combines cardio and endurance in a 45-minute calorie-crunching session! Not only is it great for giving you all the cardiovascular gains, but it’s great at toning muscles to make you super strong.

The music will be loud but it’s designed to get you focused and immersed in the exercise – switch off that brain and get stuck into your fitness. You’ll be cycling and grooving to some ace beats!

If you are interested in spinning with us please email Ms.Delorme-Metayer for the link. The class costs is $16!

When we return from break we launch back into MCAS testing for grades 7 and grade 8. Please remember to charge your Chromebooks before returning to school after the break. As a reminder, the testing days are listed.

Grade 7: April 24 – Math Session 1 & April 25 – Math Session 2

Grade 8: April 26 – Math Session 1 & April 27 – Math Session 2

The Keefe Library will be closed:
-For study hall sign up R6 & R7 to accommodate MCAS testing on Tues. 4/11, Wed. 4/12, & Thurs. 4/13.
-After school on Tues. 4/11 for faculty professional development.
-After school on Fri. 4/14 for April vacation.

Come support our boy’s & girls’ basketball programs, as we compete in the BPS Middle School Basketball CHAMPIONSHIP. Both teams are #1 seeds competing for a championship.

Thursday, April 13th

BLS Girls vs Frederick Pilot @ 4:00 pm

BLS Boys vs Dearborn @ 5:00 pm

Both games will be @ the Shelburne Community Center (2730 Washington St. Boston, MA)

We’d love to have students and their families follow the student blog as we travel throughout Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic from April 11-23. Please read along as we document this profoundly moving and eye-opening experience.

sites.google.com/view/bls-eastern-europe-trip-2023

The Register, BLS’s student-run arts journal, is seeking your original artwork and writing. Submit your work via the portal on SIS no later than Wednesday, April 26th.

If you are in possession of an elevator key that you no longer need, please return it to the nurses’ office as soon as possible. The nurses’ office has no elevator keys in supply for other students in need of one.

Box breathing, also referred to as square breathing, is a deep breathing technique that can help you slow down your breathing. It works by distracting your mind as you count to four, calming your nervous system, and decreasing stress in your body. This tool or coping skill is a simple but powerful relaxation technique that can help return your breathing pattern to a relaxed rhythm. It can clear and calm your mind, improving your focus.

www.webmd.com/balance/what-is-box-breathing#:~:text=Step%201%3A%20Breathe%20in%20counting,your%20mouth%20for%204%20seconds.

On Wednesday, April 12, Class V will go to Clemente Field at the beginning of R2. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers because the temperature will be 69 degrees.  You will have lots of fun participating in various game activities!  The games will be supervised by BLS staff and Class I students.    Class V will return to school at 11:30 am.

Save yourself a trip to the tech office! And save me from posting this in the Bulletin for the ninth time!

If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power, hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in almost all cases has helped “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

As always, if you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library.

BLS parents and caregivers are warmly invited to join the special Zoom webinar on cyber safety, hosted by the School Parent Council, next Wednesday, April 12, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.  This is a return engagement for Cyber Safety Cop which was first presented to the BLS community two years ago.  Families found the information on apps and social media and practical tips on talking to teens about staying safe online so helpful that the SPC has asked Cyber Safety Cop to present again.

To join this informative webinar, please use this LINK.  After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.   We hope to see you there!

With regular practice, the STOP Meditation exercise can help you reduce stress and anxiety, improve your concentration, and increase your overall well-being. It’s a simple yet powerful tool that you can use anytime, anywhere.

cogbtherapy.com/mindfulness-meditation-blog/mindfulness-stop-skill

Grade 8 ELA MCAS takes place on April 10th and 11th. Grade 7 ELA MCAS takes place on April 12th and 13th. If you are having Chromebook troubles, now is the time to get them resolved. Please come to the tech area of the library for assistance. All students taking MCAS tests must bring their fully charged Chromebook to school on testing days.

Congratulations to the BLS teams that competed at the Harvard Certamen Tournament on Saturday, April 1st. This highly competitive event drew teams from all over the country with up to 27 teams in each bracket, and our students did an incredible job representing the school. Here are the results:

Novice:

1st Place – Audrey Kollett, Jazon Zhang, Olivia Chen, Isaac Autler

10th Place – Ellie Fung, Michael Bui, Lana Nguyen, Brian Xu

MVP – Audrey Kollett

Intermediate:

10th Place – Joseph Hemr, Mila Matteson, Andy Yu

13th Place – James Johnson, Alex Jaffe, Evan Ding

Advanced:

3rd Place – Kyler Hoogendoorn-Ecker, Louisa Hemr, Ailin Sha, Zach Chen

7th Place – Biya Brook, Alex Xu, Estiven Lezama, Mak Snekvik

18th Place – Jenny Chen, Aidan Ormsby

Did you like Qrumpet? Well, we didn’t! Because we love Improv and only Improv. In fact, we love Improv so much we’re putting on a show! It’s called Denimprov and it is so totally better than Qrumpet. Even if you missed the totally lame and cringe Qrupmet show come see Denimprov! In the BlackBox THIS THURSDAY at 3 pm and 7 pm. We promise to have your jeans bursting off your chuckle guts by the end of the show. We’ve got new members and returning ones, you won’t want to miss it! Put your big boy jeans on and get a steppin’ to the Black Box!! April 6, 2023, in the Black Box $3.00 for students and $5.00 for adults be there or be □

Please note that in recognition of Passover, Thursday, April 6 will be a “no test day” with no assessments administered. Considered one of the most sacred holidays in the Jewish religion, Passover is ultimately a celebration of freedom, commemorating the story of the Israelites’ departure from ancient Egypt. The festival begins with one or two nights of traditional meals or Seders, this year on the evenings of Wednesday, April 5, and Thursday, April 6. We wish those in our community who observe the holiday a sweet and joyous Passover.

The 2023 Prize Night Scholarship and Financial Aid Survey are OPEN! Please apply now! This form will close on Sunday, April 30th, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Email Ms. Murray with any questions.

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Hello, my name is Mathena Nguyen and I am a senior doing a capstone project on how stuffed animals can help those struggling with sadness, stress, and/or trauma. The goal of this survey is to collect information on how people think about and interact with stuffed animals. It should only take a few minutes and would greatly impact my project. Thank you!

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On Wednesday, April 12, all Class V students will participate in the 2nd Annual Class V Field Day at Clemente Field. Information about the event will be emailed to Class V students, parents, and teachers.

This weekend, the BLS Powerlifting team traveled to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to compete in this year’s High School Nationals! Congratulations to all the lifters for their strength, perseverance, and dedication leading up to this extraordinary event that over 600 high schoolers nationwide competed in. Here are the results:

48kg – Helena Huynh (I) (3rd place)

56kg – Kate Lincecum (IV) (2nd place) with a Teen 1 American Record Deadlift

56kg – Aina Nguyen (IV) (6th place)

60kg – Carly Ramos (I) (19th place)

67.5kg – Emily Polcaro (III) (14th place)

52kg – David Le (I) (9th place)

60kg – Harry Nguyen (I) (15th place)

67.5kg – Marvin Hoang (I) (40th place)

67.5kg – Trung Le (I) (39th place)

67.5kg – Zeron Thach (I) (41st place)

67.5kg – Simon Brown (III) (42nd place)

Class I students are reminded to upload all of their community service hours to Innerview prior to April break. All submissions must include a photo of the student volunteering, a description of the service, and the name and contact information of the supervisor.

Congratulations to the BLS Mock Trial Team! Led by their coach, BLS Alumnus Mr. Gerald Howland, and their Team Co-Captains, Mirabelle Berman-Reinhardt, and Mira Yu, they had a stellar performance at the Yale University Moot Court Competition. Additional members are Kevin Zhong, Jessica Tec Ciau, Caroline Song, Olivia Pappas, Ruth Gelaye, Jolie Nguyen, Arianna Sun, Kate O’Riordan, and Sofia Hennessy. Taking Top Speaker Awards: Class III Member Emily Yu, 7th Place, Class II Member Amiriah Redwing, 2nd Place, and finally, Class III Member, Michelle Chen,1st Place. It should also be noted that Michelle Chen also broke a Yale Moot Court record with the most points ever awarded.

Oscar is coming back to bring some pet therapy on the last day of exams! Stop down to see him at lunch if you like!

Due to prescribed MCAS testing dates, there will only be one designated end-of-term testing date per subject. The schedule is as follows:

Science and Modern Language: Monday, April 3rd

ELA, Classics, and PE/Health: Tuesday, April 4th

Math and History: Wednesday, April 5th

Students should check in with their teachers if they have any Q’s/concerns.

Need Community Service? Attend the Community Service Fair Wednesday, April 5 after school in the dining hall to connect with 15+ community organizations

🥇1st Place: Ofira Lam (II) – 57 points

🥇1st Place: Ailin Sha (III) – 57 points

🥈2nd Place: Oriana Dunker (III) – 56.5 points

🥉3rd Place: Tiaraoluwa Adesoro (II) – 56 points

The Register is seeking creative student work for its Spring issue. Use the submission portal on SIS to send us short fiction, poetry, and visual art. The deadline for the next issue is Wednesday, April 26th.

Students are reminded that 3rd Term will end on Thursday, April 6th. Please make sure to contact your teachers if you have any outstanding assignments/assessments.

Starting March 28 and for all other MCAS testing days we are asking that all students not actively eating please exit the dining hall at 7:25 am. We will have staff in the dining hall providing reminders and clearing the space.

Ramadan Mubarak!

In consultation with the Boston Public Schools Office of Equity and our state guidance, it is important that we support our students to observe their faith while doing our best to ensure they will not miss any instruction.

Beginning this Monday, March 20th, we will have space available in the library for those who want to pray either during their assigned lunch time or immediately after school at 2:15. All students will be expected to be present in their classes so they do not miss any instruction time.

In addition, for students who will be fasting, starting March 22, the library has been reserved for you as an alternative space to spend the lunch period for the duration of Ramadan.

If you would also like to access a prayer space at 2:15, please complete this form by Tuesday, March 21 so we can have that space staffed. You do not need to complete the form to go to the library during your regularly scheduled lunch.

As always, please reach out to your guidance counselor with any questions or concerns. We wish a safe, happy, and generous Ramadan to all members of our community who observe the holiday.

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Help BLS Ladies Collective finish off Women’s History Month in style & participate in our first-ever spirit week!

Monday(3/27)-Wear purple, yellow & white, the colors of the National Women’s Party!

Tuesday(3/28)-Dress up as or inspired by a woman in history who inspires you!

Tuesday(3/28)-Dress up as or inspired by a woman in history who inspires you!

Wednesday(3/29)-Dress up as or inspired by a powerful woman in fiction(women in leadership positions in your favorite books, movies, and TV shows!)

Thursday(3/30)-Wear your Teal Ribbons today(buy from us at lunch!), the symbol for Sexual Assault Awareness

Friday(3/31)-Today is Trans Day of Visibility 2023! Wear your pastel pinks, blues, and white!

*Teal ribbons can be bought at lunch or from a president(Bryanna Upton, Winnie Yuan, & Laurel Nyhan) for $1 & all proceeds will go to the BARCC(Boston Area Rape Crisis Center)

The new student summer foundations academy is seeking student leaders. Student leaders support the day-to-day tasks of the summer program. Student leaders will also support the set-up of classrooms and summer foundation academy spaces. Students must be available for the entire two weeks of the program. The program this year will run from July 31 – August 11. Student leaders must arrive from 8 am to 1 pm. If you are interested in working summer foundations academy please complete the link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-t_fy_Tx2nznfU8NCNNCyU5W_pNh73afUl5Q04IobEu5lcA/viewform?usp=sf_link

If you have any questions please email Ms.Delorme-Metayer

Please see below for MCAS reminders for this week:

W-day – Students are to report to R1 and as soon as attendance is taken students should report to the dining hall.

On non-W days students must report to homeroom and at the homeroom dismissal bell students should file into the dining hall for testing.

Please charge your Chromebooks so that they are ready for testing.

Join BLS B.L.A.C.K. this Friday, March 31st at 3:15 pm in the Seevak Room (309) for a screening of the movie “The Hate U Give” in recognition of Women’s History Month. The viewing is free and light refreshments will be served.

BLS Theatre’s production of Qrumpet is going to the finals of the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival

We are one of only fourteen schools selected to have this honor at the Back Bay Events Center (the old John Hancock building)

Boston Latin School will be performing on Thursday, March 30 at 6 pm.

Tickets are $15 for an individual show or $30 to watch all of the shows in our session (4 shows total)

Tickets are available at www.ticketstage.com/T/METG If you plan to attend I highly recommend advanced ticket purchase. It is very likely that it will sell out!

Each senior who wishes to order a 2023 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by May 5, 2023, but please order them SOONER rather than later. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will be accepting cash, check, and Venmo.

If paying by Venmo (@blshelps), please include your full name and student ID in the description so that we can process your payment. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014.

In order to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation, our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by May 5th, 2023. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

Beginning on Tuesday, March 28, students will be asked to sign in at the guidance offices in Rooms 107 and 108 as well as the Schawbel Center . Students should be prepared to scan their ID or type in their student number. Students who exit the guidance office prior to the end of the period will also be asked to sign out. As a reminder, all students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with their counselor at any time by visiting their counselor’s office before or after school when they will be given a guidance pass for the appropriate time.

The Keefe Library will be closed to study hall students R6 & R7 on Tues. 3/28 and Wed. 3/29 to accommodate MCAS testing. We will re-open for after-school hours.

Check out our Community Service Superstars on the Big Screen in the Senior Section of the Dining Hall.

Hello BLS students and families! Have you ever wanted to see the Head of School eat spicy foods as he answers spicy questions? Probably not… it’s a pretty weird request, but now you can! Check out the New BLSTV Hot Ones special featuring Mr. Gallagher at the link below, and if you like it then feel free to check out other BLSTV episodes as they are released each Wednesday. 🙂

Join Ms. Lipschitz and Ms. Foley to learn some quick ways to help manage stress and anxiety just in time for term 3 exams! Interested? Fill out this Google Form <3 The event will be on Thursday, March 30th at 7:10 AM in Room 237 – Ms. Foley’s room. (Yes, BEFORE school so you will get a pass!)

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Class, I students are reminded that all community service hours should be uploaded to Innerview prior to April break. Reminder there is no differentiation between in and out-of-school hours for Class I. 100 hours total.

The BLS Youth Emergency Medicine Association is hosting a raffle to raise money to provide homeless shelters with medical resources! There will be 3 winners!

1st Place: iPad Mini

2nd & 3rd Place: $25 Visa Gift Card

The previous deadline has been extended, so it’s not too late to buy tickets!!! The new deadline is Monday, March 27 at 11:59 pm, so buy tickets before then. We will announce the winners by Friday, March 31st!! It costs $5 to buy a ticket. You can buy as many tickets as you want!! Submit the Google Form below to reserve a ticket. Either a YEMA officer will come to your homeroom to give you a ticket or you can come to room 034, on Thursday, at 2:30. If you already submitted the Google Form, don’t worry! Our officers are still distributing tickets and we will get to you soon! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at yemabostonlatinschool@gmail.com!

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Play Ultimate! The Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance (BUDA) is running club ultimate frisbee programs this spring for Boston students in high school, middle school (Grades 5-8), and Grades 3-4. No experience is required! Ultimate is fun and fast, and players learn the skills to play a self-officiated game. The middle and high school programs will include practices and games against other clubs. For more information, go to www.buda.org/e/youth-ultimate-spring-2023. High schoolers — there will be a weekly game (a great chance to learn to play) on Saturday nights from March 18 – April 8.

Register here: www.buda.org/en_us/e/grades-912-boston-early-spring-session.

These students will be traveling to Morocco over April break. We are departing on April 12 after R5 and will return on April 22.

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Participate in the Financial Trivia Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments and win scholarships up to $600. BLS can win a school prize for student participation as well!

www.quizbee.fun/quizzes/32

Grade 10 ELA MCAS takes place on March 28th and 29th. If you are having Chromebook troubles, now is the time to get them resolved. Please come to the tech area of the library for assistance. All students taking MCAS tests must bring their fully charged Chromebook to school on testing days.

Do you enjoy painting and building a community? Then join us this Friday for Paint Night on Friday, March 24th. This is a fantastic opportunity to relax and unwind with friends and family while letting your creativity flow. There are three different time slots in order to accommodate everyone’s schedules. If you are a member of the Class of 2023 or faculty, join us at 3 pm for the seniors and faculty time slot. Or ALL members of the community are welcome to paint at 5:30 pm or 7 pm.

Each event has a limited capacity of 60 seats, so make sure to reserve your spot. You can RSVP using the link provided. Additionally, refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the evening

The prices for the event are as follows: $7 for kids, $10 for students, $15 for faculty, and $20 for adults. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to paint and have fun! We hope to see you there

www.bls.org/apps/forms2/?f=36473

Auditions for Matilda will be after school on Tuesday, March 21, and Wednesday, March 22. You sign up for a specific 15-minute audition slot on the bulletin board across from the Black Box Theater. There are also audition materials there to practice your song and monologues.

Want to do it but worried that you “can’t sing”? Please come audition anyway. You may not get a lead, but we want you involved in the ensemble and can teach you how to sing as we go.

The Pathway Initiative is a 2023 paid summer internship opportunity for 9th-12th grade students who are considering careers in medicine, Health Sciences, and STEM. Registration and program information can be accessed from the link below. The registration deadline is March 25, 2023. Ideal candidates are: ages 14-18yr, high school 9th -12th grade, very passionate about science and careers in STEM, Black, African American, Hispanic, Latino, or of Spanish origin, and a commitment to full attendance and participation (Program starts on June 26, 2023, and ends on August 25, 2023) tpwi.org/student-programs/summer-internship/

Join the Topol Fellows during W-Block on March 22nd to learn about the implications of the Willow Project, the newest oil drilling project approved in Alaska, on the environment and Alaska Native tribes. In addition, we will provide an overview of the history of environmental injustices against Indigenous communities throughout the United States. The event will be taking place in the Seevak Room. Please sign up at bit.ly/topolwillowproject for a pass. If you have any questions, feel free to email blstopolfellows@gmail.com!

bit.ly/topolwillowproject

The Keefe Library will be closed after school on:

• Tues. 3/14 for BLS professional development-Cancelled
• Fri. 3/17 for the Faculty Talent Show
• Mon. 3/20 for librarians to attend a professional conference-Library is closed

Play Ultimate! The Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance is running club ultimate frisbee programs this spring for Boston students in high school, middle school (Grades 5-8), and Grades 3-4. No experience is required! Ultimate is fun and fast, and players learn the skills to play a self-officiated game. The middle and high school programs will include practices and games against other clubs. For more information, go to www.buda.org/e/youth-ultimate-spring-2023. High schoolers — there will be a weekly game (a great chance to learn to play) on Saturday nights from March 18 – April 8. Register here: www.buda.org/en_us/e/grades-912-boston-early-spring-session.

BLS A.S.I.A. is hosting an Asian American Mental Health Workshop: Starting Conversations with Parents on Tuesday, March 21st, in the Seevak Room at 2:30 pm. This event will feature a moderated student panel, composed of a few students speaking about their experiences with initiating discussion about mental health. We would love to see you there!

Attention all seniors, faculty, students, and adults! We are excited to announce our Senior Paint Night event, taking place on March 24th. This is a fantastic opportunity to relax and unwind with friends and family while letting your creativity flow. We have three separate events to accommodate everyone’s schedules – seniors and faculty-only events at 3:30 pm, and two events open to all at 5 pm and 7 pm.

Each event has a limited capacity of 60 seats, so make sure to reserve your spot quickly. You can RSVP using the link provided. Additionally, refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the evening.

The prices for the event are as follows: $7 for kids, $10 for students, $15 for faculty, and $20 for adults. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to paint and have fun! We hope to see you there.

www.bls.org/apps/forms2/?f=36473

Congratulations to the winners of the Certamen Tournament which the BLSJCL hosted this past Saturday, March 11th.

Novice:

1st Place – BLS (Isaac Autler, Sophia Kowalczyk, Audrey Kollett)

Intermediate:

3rd Place – BLS (Alex Jaffe, Alex Demaio, Andrew Cederbaum, Michael Tran)

Advanced:

1st Place – Team Vergil (Ailin Sha, Estiven Lezama, Mila Matteson, Zachary Chen) 2nd Place – Team Cicero (Kathleen Terrey, et al.) 3rd Place – Team Horace (James Johnson, Andrew Lai, Joseph Hemr)

Students must vacate the dining hall at 7:25 each morning during the week of March 13th through the 17th for preparations for the National Latin Exam.

Thank you!

Attention all students and faculty! Get ready to witness the talents of our amazing faculty members at our upcoming Faculty Talent Show on Friday, March 17th from 2:45 – 4:00 pm in the auditorium.

This is your chance to see your favorite teachers and staff members showcase their skills and entertain us all. With an impressive lineup of acts, ranging from singing to stepping to a faculty fashion show, this talent show promises to be an event to remember.

Tickets are available for purchase at $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Be sure to grab your tickets early from your senior class officers or any of the guidance counselors throughout the day. This is an event you don’t want to miss out on!

So, come out and support your faculty, have a fun time with your peers, and enjoy an afternoon of laughter and entertainment. We hope to see you all there!

BLS Theatre Company’s Production of Qrumpet has advanced to the semifinals of the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival!

What does that mean for you? That means you get 2 more chances to see it here at Boston Latin School!

Thursday, March 16 at 8:15 pm

Friday, March 17 at 3 pm

Tickets are $3 for Students and $8 for adults

We will then be at Duxbury High School at 3:30 pm on March 18: $10 tickets are for admission to the entire day’s worth of shows

How decorated is this show? At prelims we received the following awards:

Ethan Mostoslavsky and Kyler Hoogendorn-Ecker for Excellence in Directing

Isa Gonzalez for Excellence in Costume Design

Ash Albert and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Acting

Cynthia Wang for Excellence in Acting

Cynthia Wang for Excellence in Acting

Carmine Laudato for Excellence in Set Design

Tegan Trueblood and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Technical Direction

BLS Theatre Company’s Production of Qrumpet has advanced to the semifinals of the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival!

What does that mean for you? That means you get 2 more chances to see it here at Boston Latin School!

Thursday, March 16 at 8:15 pm

Friday, March 17 at 3 pm

Tickets are $3 for Students and $8 for adults

our.show/qrumpet for advance tickets but tickets will also be available at the door.

We will then be at Duxbury High School at 3:30 pm on March 18: $10 tickets are for admission to the entire day’s worth of shows

How decorated is this show? At prelims we received the following awards:

Ethan Mostoslavsky and Kyler Hoogendorn-Ecker for Excellence in Directing

Isa Gonzalez for Excellence in Costume Design

Ash Albert and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Acting

Cynthia Wang for Excellence in Acting

Carmine Laudato for Excellence in Set Design

Tegan Trueblood and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Technical Direction

Now introducing the laboratory of Professor Leonard Zon at Boston Children’s Hospital! You are invited to apply for a two-week high school virtual research experience called Camp Zon (www.zonlab.org/camp-zon-1). The goal of Camp Zon is to introduce students to the world of biomedical research and teach them about cancer biology and blood development. During the camp, students will design a research project, generate a hypothesis, suggest experiments that we will perform live on Zoom, and analyze the data. Students will be mentored by many lab members and students will present their research projects to the entire Zon lab, their families, and friends.

We are now accepting applications for Camp Zon 2023 which will take place July 17th-28th (www.zonlab.org/apply-now). The camp is a part-time paid opportunity for Massachusetts residents and students ages 16 and older. Applications are due April 1st, 2023.

www.zonlab.org/apply-now

GROW is a six-week paid research internship for young women who are seriously interested in STEM careers. Participants who successfully complete all program requirements will receive a stipend of $1500. A competitive student for this program should have taken or currently be enrolled in an AP science class.

GROW (Greater Boston Research Opportunities for Young Women)

• Dates: June 28-29 (for orientation) and July 5 – August 11, 2023 M-F from 9:30-4:30
•  Grade Level: Young women from greater Boston high schools who will be entering their senior year in fall 2023
•  Must be 16 years old by July 1, 2023,
• Must live within 30 miles and be able to commute to BU every day
•  Deadline for Completed Applications: April 15, 2023

Accepted students will be placed individually in a biology, chemistry, physics, or engineering lab where they will participate in cutting-edge research in a collaborative group environment. Participants will be part of a cohort that meets several times a week with a Program Manager who will coach them on how to reach their research goals and help prepare them to present their research at a summer symposium. Participants will also visit local pharmaceutical or biotech companies and learn about careers in STEM fields. For more information and to apply, go to: www.bu.edu/lernet/grow.

The Artemis Project is a five-week summer program that introduces girls to the creative thinking and problem-solving skills that are at the core of computer science. Artemis will be offered from July 10th to August 11th, 2023 weekdays from 9:30 AM -3:30 PM on the BU campus. The program makes fundamental topics in computer science fun and engaging by incorporating both hands-on activities as well as real-world applications. Participants will learn how to code in Python, design their own websites, build robots, and program microbits. They also will learn about conceptual topics including search and sort algorithms, cryptography, and artificial intelligence. Lunch is provided each day.

Artemis is run by undergraduate women concentrating in Computer Science and Engineering who are passionate about what they do. Students accepted into the program are required to pay a $100 non-refundable registration fee.

www.bu.edu/lernet/artemis

The library team is recruiting volunteers to help us to conduct useability testing (complete a set of tasks to assess if the website is well laid out and intuitive). You will come to the library for a one-time 25-minute block and earn one volunteer hour from participation. If you are interested, fill out the form to pick a time you would be available. We will reach out through email/ google calendar to formally schedule.

Questions? Reach out to Ms. Redding (Library Student Teacher) at lredding@bostonpublicschools.org

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This a reminder that the 4th and final Public Declamation of the year will take place on Thursday, 3/30 during R1 and R2. The audience will be class III. Please proceed to the auditorium with your teachers after R1 attendance is taken.

Don’t miss the premiere of BLS against Commonwealth on YouTube and GBH-2 this Saturday, March 18 at 6 pm/est! We’d love to have everyone join us in the YouTube live chat for the premiere. www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWjuSFR48ng&ab_channel=HighSchoolQuizShow

Congratulations to William Liyuan, Lorenzo Ye, Silas Rosenberger, Benjamin Leung, Luc Vulliez, and Franz Anjeliu on their great performance that qualified them for nationals. The BLS History Bowl team will head to Washington D.C. to compete against nationally-ranked teams!

Piece Submissions are due by the end of 3/14, and Tryouts will be after school on 3/16

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Please make sure you are keeping your Chromebook updated and in good condition in advance of this Spring’s computerized tests (MCAS, APs, etc.). If your Chromebook is having problems, now is the time to address them. Please come by the tech office for assistance.

Class, I students are reminded that they should have their 100+ hours of community service posted on Innerview by April 24. There is no in-school / out-of-school requirement for Class 1 this year. All submissions should include a photo of the student volunteering, a description of the service, and the supervisor’s name and contact info.

innerview.org

Students that are currently enrolled in AP courses should check their College Board account to confirm that they are registered for all of their AP exams. March 15 is the deadline for late registration ($40 fee) and changes. Students not enrolled in AP Classroom will not be able to take their exams in May.

Oscar will be back for some pet therapy, scritches, and kisses on Wednesday! Feel free to come to visit him outside of the Dining Hall during lunches!

Attention all! BLS Irish Culture Club is hosting our 1st annual St. Patrick’s Day Costume Contest! On Friday, March 17th (St. Patty’s Day) wear your best all-green/themed outfits! The top 10 Outfits will be displayed on our Instagram, and the top three winners will win gift cards as follows:

1st Place: $25 Starbucks

2nd Place: $10 Starbucks

3rd Place: $5 Starbucks

Email blsirishculture@gmail.com or DM us on IG @blsirishculture for more information! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Please help us congratulate the BLS winners of the Boston Citywide STEM Fair! The students competed on Saturday, March 4, and will be headed to the State Fair in May. All of the Citywide winners are listed in the links. Go Wolfpack!!!

First Place Senior Division & Sanofi Specialty Care (Overall Winner)

Zachary Xin Chen

First Place Senior Division

Leila Ohashi, Tim Nguyen, Yifan Ding

Second Place Senior Division

Alisha Kamara, Amir Rodrigues-Carbajal, Andrew Yu, Angelina Wei, Caroline Song, Maya Koreth, Hao Liyuan, Jessica Tao, Mary Deng, Yuxuan Zhang

Third Place Senior Division

Alexander Ajouri

First Place Junior Division

Brian Xu, Chelsea Bateman, Ifunanyachukwu Okafor, Olivia Chen, and Qinghe Zhao

Second Place Junior Division

Aditya Tangella, Emerson Ohashi, Lana Nguyen, Lazar Veljkovic, Mark Gemmett, Seren Banner-Goodspeed

Third Place Junior Division

Ella Blanchet, Helena Kopans, Ramona Fix, Sarah Cao

Honorable Mention Junior Division

Michael Bui How

All Boston public schools run periodic fire and safe mode drills to help students and staff feel prepared in the event of an emergency. Earlier in the school year, we practiced fire and Safe Mode drills and this Wednesday, at 7:50 a.m. we will practice an additional Safe Mode drill.

To minimize any confusion or concerns that some people may experience, we want to let the BLS community know in advance that a Safe Mode drill has been scheduled. As a reminder, Wednesday, March 15 is a W Day and follows the W Day schedule. On Wednesday (Day 3), please proceed directly to your R1 class; there, your teacher will provide instructions.

Please know that these drills are not meant to alarm, but are to help us feel better equipped so that we can all act responsibly, safely, and collaboratively if there ever is an emergency. Thank you for your cooperation.

Attention all seniors, faculty, students, and adults! We are excited to announce our Senior Paint Night event, taking place on March 24th. This is a fantastic opportunity to relax and unwind with friends and family while letting your creativity flow. We have three separate events to accommodate everyone’s schedules – seniors and faculty-only events at 3:30 pm, and two events open to all at 5 pm and 7 pm.

Each event has a limited capacity of 60 seats, so make sure to reserve your spot quickly. You can RSVP using the link provided. Additionally, refreshments will be available for purchase throughout the evening.

The prices for the event are as follows: $7 for kids, $10 for students, $15 for faculty, and $20 for adults. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to paint and have fun! We hope to see you there.

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The BLS Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) will be hosting its annual dodgeball tournament on Thursday, March 16 @ 2:30 in the upper gym. Please see the attached form to sign your team up. All proceeds go to charity. Space is limited so please sign up ASAP

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The Argo’s advice column is back, now called “Mary and Emilia’s Corner.” Need advice on school, relationships, friends, or anything in your life? Submit questions to our advice column by Tuesday, March 14th at 10 PM to hear what our consultants have to say!

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If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power, hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in most cases has helped “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

If you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library.

We are approaching the MCAS Testing Season. Please make sure you pay attention to the test dates based on which grade you are in.

Grade 7: April 12 – ELA Session 1 April 13 – ELA Session 2 April 14 – ELA Make-up April 24 – Math Session 1 April 25 – Math Session 2 April 28 – Math Make-up Session

Grade 8: April 10 – ELA Session 1 April 11 – ELA Session 2 April 14 – ELA Make-up April 26 – Math Session 1 April 27 – Math Session 2 April 28 – Math Make-up Session May 23 – STE8 Session 1 May 24 – STE8 Session 2 May 25 – STE8 Make-up Session

Grade 9: June 6 – HS STE (Biology) Session 1 June 7 – HS STE (Biology) Session 2 June 8 – HS STE Make-up Session June 9 – HS STE Make-up Session

Grade 10: March 28 – ELA Session 1 March 29 – ELA Session 2 March 30- Make-up Session March 31 – Make-up Session May 16 – Math Session 1 May 17 – Math Session 2 Math 18 – Make-up Session Math 19 – Make-up Session

This is just a reminder that the Covid/Flu Vaccine Clinic is TODAY from 1:30-5:30p in the Dining Hall.

The Keefe Library has openings for praefecting at the following times: 1) Before school 7:15-7:40 a.m.) on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday 2) After school (2:15-4:00 p.m.) on Monday or Thursday 3) D1R4 & R6; D2R6 & R7; D3R7; D4R1; D5R3; & D6R3. You must be in grade 9, 10, or 11. If you’re interested, please stop by the library to chat with Ms. Ellis or Ms. Harari.

Looking to get henna done? Join BLS Desi for Henna Week from Tuesday 3/7 to Friday 3/10! Doors will open at 2:30 in room 334. You can pick from a selection of designs, and prices will range from $5-$10+ depending on intricacy and size. Students and faculty are welcome!

Truth from Youth 2023 is a gathering focused on the experiences of high school students from around BPS who identify as Asian or Asian American. Get to know new people, share experiences, and learn about a new report, which shows that many Asian American students feel invisible, excluded, and ignored in BPS. Delicious food and swag for those who attend!

When: Saturday, March 18 from 12 PM-2:30 PM Where: VietAID in Dorchester. 42 Charles St Dorchester, MA 02122

A late lunch will be provided at the end of the event.

Please register below so they know to Limited numbers of gift cards are available for those who register in advance and attend

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Ms. Clougher and Ms. Stiven will be offering healthy relationship skills groups this spring with NOW STARTING on March 22nd. The dates are: 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/26, 5/3, and 5/10. The sessions will be held during W-Block. This group will be a safe place for students to learn healthy relationship boundaries and communication strategies. Topics addressed will include friendships, romantic relationships, workplace relationships + with authority figures, conflict resolution, social media, and safety. Contact Kaleigh Clougher (kclougher2@bostonpublicschools.org) or Myriam Stiven (mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org) with questions or concerns or go to your guidance counselor to sign up.

Each senior who wishes to order a 2023 yearbook is asked to pay $100.00 by May 5, 2023. Payment envelopes are available from Ms. Stiven in Room 014. We will be accepting cash, check, Venmo, and Cashapp.

If paying by Venmo or Cashapp, please include your full name and student ID so that we can process your payment. If paying by check, please make the check payable to Boston Latin School and include your name/homeroom/yearbook in the memo section. Please bring all cash and check payments to Ms, Stiven in Room 014.

In order to represent all of our senior end-of-the-year activities, including prom, prize night, and graduation, our yearbook is scheduled for fall delivery and pick up in November. Please note: we may only be able to order a yearbook for the students who submit payment to Ms. Stiven by May 5th, 2023. Unfortunately, we no longer have the funds to order additional books for students who might decide to order a book after the order has been placed. Please order sooner rather than later so we can order them!

Belle of the Ball in partnership with Anton’s Cleaners cleans and distributes prom dresses and provides related accessories at no charge to high school junior and senior girls who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend their school’s prom

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to your counselor to inquire about this opportunity.

Here’s a video description of the program:

BLS Theatre Company’s Production of Qrumpet has advanced to the semifinals of the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival!

What does that mean for you? That means you get 2 more chances to see it here at Boston Latin School!

Thursday, March 16 at 7 pm

Friday, March 17 at 3 pm

Tickets are $3 for Students and $8 for adults

We will then be at Duxbury High School at 3:30 pm on March 18: $10 tickets are for admission to the entire day’s worth of shows.

How decorated is this show? At prelims we received the following awards:

Ethan Mostoslavsky and Kyler Hoogendorn-Ecker for Excellence in Directing

Isa Gonzalez for Excellence in Costume Design

Ash Albert and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Acting

Cynthia Wang for Excellence in Acting

Carmine Laudato for Excellence in Set Design

Tegan Trueblood and Mary Bosch for Excellence in Technical Direction

The Argo is bringing back senior spotlights! Seniors can write about another senior in a 400-600 word article that will be published on blsargo.org. An example can be found here: blsargo.org/2053/more/spotlights/senior-spotlight-on-isabelle-goodrich/

If you’re interested in writing a senior spotlight, please submit through the form below by 10 PM on SUNDAY, MARCH 12. Please email blsargo@gmail.com with any questions.

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Boston Symphony Orchestra Days in the Arts (DARTS) at BPS DARTS at BPS is a free program that brings students together from all across the city to learn, build confidence, and develop a shared appreciation and respect for individual interests, talents, and differences. Students will spend four days in Boston at the O’Bryant High School Music Building and will take a day trip to Tanglewood in Lenox, MA on the Wednesday of the week to explore the grounds and get a sneak peek at concert rehearsals from the world-famous Tanglewood Summer Concert Series. This opportunity is open to 50 students entering grades 6-8 in the Boston Public Schools. Students can only select one of the two weeks to participate in. Mr. Gels will be teaching the theatre portion of these weeks but there is also visual art and music.

For: Grades 6-8

Location: O’Bryant High School Music Building

Dates: Cohort A — July 17-21 | Cohort B — July 24-28

Hours: Mon/Tues/Thur/Fri 9 am-3 pm; Wed 8 am-6 pm

Cost: Free

Contact: Anthony Beatrice at abeatrice2@bostonpublicschools.org and at 617-470-9303

www.bpsarts.org/summer.html

Piece Submission Form 03/14/23 (link attached)

Tryouts 03/16/23 (Th) 2:30 – 4:30 (auditorium)

Date 03/30/23 (Th): R1 and R2 (auditorium)

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Want to see your math or science teachers get PIed in the face? If so, find a Catapulta officer from now until Friday, March 10th to cast votes for your teacher of choice! Pi Day tickets include a vote, slice of pie, and admission to the pi reciting contest and pie-ing, all for $3. Individual votes cost $1. The teacher with the second highest number of votes, assisted by the winner of the pi reciting contest, will pie the teacher with the most votes on 3/14 (aka Pi Day) in the dining hall after school.

Votes are available for purchase now. Starting March 6th, tickets will be sold outside the dining hall during lunch or from any officer.

Due to the number of seniors left to be photographed, we have added an additional day on Monday, March 13th from 12:54 – 6:30 pm. Please call Chestnut Hills Studios at 508-336-4777, Monday – Friday 9:30 – 4:30 pm to book an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call basis. The photographer’s time will be reserved for you and will require a pre-payment of a $45.00 sitting fee when you schedule your appointment. The studio accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. This is a reduced sitting fee again this year made possible through the cooperation of the administration and the studio.

Schedule your photos as soon as possible as spots are LIMITED and you don’t want to be listed as “camera shy” in the yearbook.

Congratulations to BLS Science Bowl team Alex Ajourni (I), Hanley Ensdorf (Class III), Kevin Wang, (Class III), Simon Chen (Class IV) Andy Yu (Class IV) for winning the regional science bowl! The team will now go on an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C. to compete at Nationals. Good luck to all of the team members!

Attempt 146,003. Conditions fine.

Sufficient supplies.

All are in good spirits. We persevere.

We regret nothing.

Come see BLS Theatre attempt the theoretically possible but practically impossible. Throwing a crumpet through a solid wall. For SCIENCE!

Performances are Thursday, March 2 at 3 pm and 7 pm

Friday, March 3 at 3 pm

Tickets are $3 for students and $8 for adults in the black box

We will then be taking the show to the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival on March 4 at 4:30 at Beverly Middle School. Tickets for the festival are $15 and are for the entire day of shows. A full schedule for the day here metg.org/high-school-festival/2023-preliminary-round.html#BeverlyMiddleSchool

Please note that the lunch schedule will rotate on Monday, March 6. Effective Monday and through the rest of the school year, the schedule will be:

• First Lunch: History, Science

• Second Lunch: Classics, Mathematics, Arts, and Music

• Third Lunch: English, Humanities, Modern Languages

We want to remind young people of the importance of clearing tables completely at the conclusion of lunch and thank faculty for their understanding when long lines have sometimes caused students to be delayed when returning to class.

The LEAH Project is a STEM access and college & career readiness program for high school youth historically underrepresented in STEM. We are recruiting for the LEAH Knox Data Science & Biomedical Research Internship Summer 2023. This is a 2-year program, which includes biology and data analysis lab work at MIT, mentorship opportunities with STEM professionals, and future summer internship placements. This is a stipend opportunity; students will earn approximately $2250 for summer 2023. You can learn more here: form.leahknoxscholars.org/lkrp-summer-2023-application/ www.leahknoxscholars.org/.

The program runs from July 5th – August 9th at MIT. Youth must be 16 years old by July 1, 2023. The deadline to apply is March 12.

Important Date Change!

BLS A.S.I.A. Asian American Mental Health Workshop: Starting Conversations with Parents is moving to a later date in March. The date is TBD! The event was previously scheduled for Tuesday, February 28th.

In the meantime, we’re asking members of the BLS community to fill out a completely anonymous google form. This Google form will allow members of the BLS community to voice what questions they would like to be answered in this workshop, as well as what topics they would like to see discussed.

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APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE INAUGURAL HIGH SCHOOL COHORT OF BLACK MEN LEAD BOSTON

The City has opened applications for the Young Black Leaders Boston program. This program aims to help young Black men and boys in Boston’s high schools become more civically engaged in their communities. The 8-week spring course will start on March 7th and end on April 18th, with weekly hour-long coaching sessions focused on organizing their communities for social change.

The sessions are developed and facilitated by The Davis System LLC, which provides a grassroots organizing strategy to individuals, organizations, and communities across the country. The cohort will also meet with key City of Boston officials, members of the Black Men and Boys Commission, and alumni of Black Men Lead Boston to learn how to access crucial City services and effectively navigate local government. This program is an initiative of the Mayor’s Office of Black Male Advancement, which aims to empower Black men and boys and ensure they have equitable access to opportunities in the city.

The Concord Review (TCR) History Camp. TCR History Camps are intensive online and in-person workshops in history, research, and writing that offer students an advisory structure in which to work on historical research projects on topics of their own choosing. More information here.

www.varsityacademics.org/history-camp-overview

The “Power of Education” event with Guest Speaker Richard Haynes from UNH has been postponed. A make-up date will be announced at a later time. Apologies for the inconvenience.

Original Date and Time: Thursday March 2 from 2:30PM – 3:30PM

The “Power of Education” event is a unique opportunity for first-generation college students to gain insight, inspiration, and guidance from a distinguished speaker, Richard Haynes, from the admissions office at the University of New Hampshire. The event is specifically designed to offer a platform for first-generation college students to ask questions and receive valuable advice that can help them navigate the academic world and achieve success.

During his presentation, he will offer a range of practical tips on how to overcome common challenges faced by first-generation college students. This event is ideal for students who are seeking to take advantage of the opportunities that a college education can offer, but may be struggling to navigate the system. Attendees will have the chance to engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Richard Haynes and gain a better understanding of how to achieve academic success as a first-generation student.

This event is a must-attend for any student who wants to thrive as a first-generation college student. Here’s a sample clip of one of Mr. Hayne’s talks: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fM2-daslnE

WHEN: Thursday, March 2 at 2:30 PM

WHERE: Seevak Room

Anyone interested in a spring sport must complete the sports registration and be cleared by the BLS nurses. These are mandatory requirements in order to try out for a BLS team. Registration is open from now until March 17.

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The annual mandatory Spring Sports Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 2. All candidates for spring sports will meet in the Auditorium at 2:30. After that presentation, there will be team-specific meetings held in classrooms. This meeting is required for any student-athlete interested in a spring sport for the 2023 season, even if you attended a preseason session already this year or in the past (unless a student-athletes is still active in a winter sport).

Goethe Institute Offering: Calling all musicians! Young composers are encouraged to apply for the Claussen Simon Composition Prize in cooperation with the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra. Apply by March 15, 2023! Additionally, the Darmstädter Ferienkurse is open for registration! The two-week festival, international summer academy, discourse platform, and artistic laboratory will take place from August 5 to 19, 2023. Find more information Here: www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/bos/ser/angebote-fuer-kuenstlerinnen.html

The Youth for Education Equality Club is in collaboration with the Red Cross Club to host a movie night to raise money for aid in Turkey and Syria after the devastating earthquakes. Don’t worry! The screening will be free but we will be selling savory snacks and baked goods. All proceeds go toward Turkey and Syria! So join us on Monday, March 6 at 2:30 PM in room 216 for a screening of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and delicious snacks.

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Parents/guardians are warmly invited to attend the Thursday, March 2 meeting of the School Parent Council (SPC) in which six teachers will discuss their elective course offerings. Although the courses previewed are for juniors and seniors, families of younger students may enjoy hearing what’s in store. Students in Classes III and II may also wish to join their parents/guardians. Please use this zoom link to join the March 2 meeting, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.:

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Belle of the Ball in partnership with Anton’s Cleaners cleans and distribute prom dresses and provides related accessories at no charge to high school junior and senior girls who would otherwise not have the opportunity to attend their school’s prom.

If you are interested in learning more or identify as someone who needs financial assistance, please reach out to your counselor to inquire about this opportunity.

Here’s a video description of the program: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9JPKJ78Hfc

In queso you happen to be craving Chipotle after school, BLS is holding a fundraiser at the Chipotle located at 148 Brookline Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts 02215. On Wednesday, March 1st, between 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, when you buy something at this exact location using the online ordering code: EGNLPP3 on the app (pick up only), or show the fundraiser flyer to the cashier (make sure you tell them!) in person, we get back 33% of the profit Chipotle makes in that time frame. All funds go to the Senior Class for Prom! Support your seniors and make your tummy happy.

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The extended application deadline for the CIEE Global Navigator Program is March. More information is here.

www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/high-school-study-abroad-scholarships

Apply now to PIC Summer Internships in healthcare, business, tech, architecture, and more! Hiring employers include MGH, State Street, Fidelity, and Children’s Hospital. All internships are paid and run for 6-8 weeks over the summer. Applicants must be 16 or older by July. The priority deadline for applications is March 20. Link to application and more information: studentjobs.bostonpic.org/ Email questions to Ms. Gorrill (lucey.gorrill@bostonpic.org)

We are thrilled to announce that the application for Girls in Science 2023 is now open! This fully funded fellowship provides young women with the opportunity to expand their interest in science and technology and to build confidence through hands-on environmental research.

This year, fellows will either work alongside researchers in meadows of the Sierra Nevada mountains to collect data on native plants, drought prevention, and beaver dams on the expedition Restoring Sierra Meadows: The Source of California’s Water, or they’ll study the ecology and behavior of dolphins on the expedition Marine Mammal Bioacoustics and Conservation at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution expedition, in partnership with Woods Hole Sea Grant.

Who: Current sophomores and juniors (ages 15–18) who identify as female or nonbinary from California and Massachusetts high schools

When: June 24–July 1 and July 22–29 for the California teams, and August 6–12 for the Massachusetts team. You can apply now through March 24, 2023!

Fully-Funded Opportunity: This program is offered at no cost to the fellows. Food and accommodations will be provided.

expedition.earthwatch.org/program/signup?type=Girls%20in%20Science

Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a unique opportunity hosted by McKinsey & Company. Students will learn about strategic thinking and problem-solving, raise their awareness around consulting and business careers and assist a Boston non-profit with a complex, real-world problem. YLF is a free, two-day workshop offered by Boston area consultants on March 31-April 1 (Fri/Sat) for members of Class I-III. Students’ absences will be excused on March 31. Apply at theyouthleadershipforum.com. Click HERE for the 2023 YLF flyer. The application deadline is Tuesday, Feb 28.

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The Deitch Leadership Institute will partner with Junior Achievement to offer an educational, interactive program introducing students to the stock market. Using JA’s curriculum, Mr. Levesque will teach four workshops on stock fundamentals (buying, selling, IPOs, dividends, risk/return). Classes will meet during W-Block from March 1-29. Students will then participate in the Stock Market Challenge on April 4 at Junior Achievement in Charlestown, where they will compete in a stock market simulation in which the largest portfolios win prizes. Class I-IV. Email jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org with questions. Sign up HERE.

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In need of community service hours? Receive an hour for every $10 or half an hour for every $5 you donate to BLS UNICEF’s annual fundraiser! UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence, and BLS UNICEF is working to support this through our own school-based campaign. Every dollar counts, and it goes towards child protection in all aspects of survival, gender equality, education equality, etc. When you donate, make sure to include your first and last name, and screenshot your contribution in order to log your hours into Innerview. Reach out to unicefbostonlatinschool@gmail.com for any questions or concerns. We look forward to your greatly appreciated donations!

Hey everybody! BLS A.S.I.A. is hosting an Asian American Mental Health Workshop: Starting Conversations with Parents on Tuesday, February 28th, in the Seevak Room at 2:30 pm. This event will feature a moderated student panel, composed of a few students speaking about their experiences with initiating discussion about mental health.

We’re asking members of the BLS community to fill out a completely anonymous google form. This Google form will allow members of the BLS community to voice what questions they would like to be answered in this workshop, as well as what topics they would like to see discussed.

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As a reminder, homework is not to be assigned during the February vacation (February 20-24) as delineated in the Student Handbook (page 15). Any homework that is assigned and due on Tuesday, February 28, should not exceed the usual 30-minute expectation (45 minutes for AP courses). We wish the entire BLS community a relaxing and restorative break.

Check out the BLS Enrichment page for internships, conferences, and summer programs outside of BLS that will help you explore career interests and build your resume for college! sites.google.com/view/blsenrichment/home?authuser=2

Students in Class V and VI, it is time to register for the 2023 BLS Spelling Bee! The Bee will take place on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 2:30 pm in the Auditorium. Prizes will be awarded! The winner goes on to the City-wide competition. See your English teacher sign up for study guides. The deadline to sign up is Friday, February 17th.

BLS Yema is hosting a raffle to raise money to provide local homeless shelters with medical necessities. There are going to be 3 winners:

1st Place: iPad Mini!!!

2nd & 3rd Place: $25 Visa Gift Card

The raffle ends on March 1st and it costs $5 to enter. You may buy as many tickets as you wish. Submit this Google form to reserve your ticket and one of our officers will send it to your homeroom or you can come to see us in room 034 after school every Thursday. Thank you!

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The Keefe Library will be closed after school on Tues. 2/14 for professional development and Fri. 2/17 for February vacation.

Congratulations to the BLS Model UN for their recent participation at Harvard’s and Boston University’s Conferences. Special accolades to the following delegates for their individual achievement:

At Harvard: Diplomatic Commendation for Cinly Mo (I) and Zach Chen (II) for their work in DISEC Honorable Mention for Roan Wilcox (III) for his work in the Special Summit for Globalization

At BosMUN: Outstanding Delegate for Oriana Dunker (III) for her work in the UN Commission on the Status of Women

Best Position Paper for Simon Hay-Sutton (IV) in the House of Representatives

Congratulations to all for your hard work! Model UN meets on Mondays in 207.

Attention BLS Community!

Do you have sneakers that you no longer need or wear just sitting in your house and have nothing to do with them? The senior class has a solution for you! We’re hosting a sneaker drive with GotSneakers, and the more shoes we collect to donate, the more funds we’ll receive in return. All the funds raised will go to the senior class, and we could really use your help. We are only accepting new, or gently used functional sneakers! There’s a box for the sneaker collection just outside of the main office, and the drive will extend until March 31st. We hope to see you all donating! Students can receive one hour of community service for each pair donated. Please email a picture of your shoes to Ms. Sarkis for verification for InnerView. Thank you so much for your contribution, Your Senior Class Officers

Hello Faculty, please make note that when you fill out the educational assessment form for IEP and 504 meetings, there is now a checkbox that will appear above the Create Final Document asking if you would like to document translated. If the box shows up it means that the family is listed as a family whose primary language is not English. Please check it off as the Ed Assessment legally needs to be translated and the system will do it instead of our team having to send it out for translation. Thank you!

Don’t wait until next year to start thinking about your yearbook. Start planning today by joining this year’s yearbook committee. This is a great opportunity to shadow the current editors and learn everything you need to know to prepare for your own yearbook! The days and hours are flexible and you will have the chance to earn community service hours for your time and dedication. No prior experience is necessary and we will teach you everything you need to know. Please email Ms. Stiven (mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org) if you are interested.

Current members of Class II may submit an application to take 4 AP courses in their senior year. The application can be found on SIS and is due on Friday, February 17.

We’d love student feedback on our Elective Fair on February 14 after school. Whether you were able to attend or not, please fill out this brief survey to let us know your thoughts about how to plan a successful event for next year.

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This is your LAST chance to schedule your senior portraits on-site at Boston Latin School. Due to the number of seniors left to be photographed, we have now added an additional day on Thursday, March 9th from 1 – 6:30 p.m. There may still be a few slots left from Monday, March 6th through Wednesday, March 8th. Please call Chestnut Hills Studios at 508-336-4777, Monday – Friday 9:30 – 4:30 pm to book an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call basis. The photographer’s time will be reserved for you and will require a pre-payment of a $45.00 sitting fee when you schedule your appointment. The studio accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. This is a reduced sitting fee again this year made possible through the cooperation of the administration and the studio.

Should you miss this round of photos and you wish your portrait to be included in the yearbook, you will be required to travel to the studio in Seekonk to be photographed for your portrait. Please visit the Chestnut Hill Studios website.

It is important that you arrive on time for your appointment or it can not be guaranteed that the studio will be able to fit you in to be photographed that day. You may be asked to reschedule, and you will be charged a $45.00 rescheduling fee. Booking your appointment ensures that your professional, retouched portrait is included in the yearbook.

It is important to note that Yearbook pictures may only be taken with Chestnut Hills Studios. We will not be accepting any pictures from outside sources.

If you have any questions, you may email me at mstiven@bostonpublicschools.org.

DLI will partner with Junior Achievement to offer an interactive program introducing students to the stock market. Using JA’s curriculum, Mr. Levesque will teach four workshops on stock fundamentals (buying, selling, IPOs, dividends, risk/return). Classes will meet during W-Block from March 1-29. Students will then participate in the Stock Market Challenge on April 4 at Junior Achievement in Charlestown, where they will compete in a stock market simulation in which the largest portfolios win prizes. Class I-IV. Email jlevesque@bostonpublicschools.org with questions. Sign up HERE.

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Please join the Topol Fellows and BLS B.L.A.C.K. on 2/15 during W-Block in the Seevak Room for a presentation and discussion on recent American police violence, the recent censorship of the AP African American History course, and the growing suppression of Black history.

Want to learn more about the careers out there in the STEM field? Looking to sharpen your STEM knowledge in a competition? Are you a student in grades 7th to 9th? The Massachusetts State Science Olympiad is just for you.

From forensics to chemistry and physics, the competition encompasses a wide range of events, and you will definitely find one or more that fits you! It is a unique opportunity to meet friends who are passionate about science and have fun! There are limited spots on the team, so sign up ASAP! The deadline is February 15th, 2023. Email blsscienceteam@gmail.com with questions and sign up at forms.gle/ooB9jkT9VNsYXUbSA. Note: it is on the same day as the C Team Science Olympiad (for grades 9-12).

Check out the B Team rules manual to learn about the events available: www.soinc.org/sites/default/files/2022-09/Science_Olympiad_Div_B_2023_Rules_Manual_Web.pdf

We welcome all interested students, no previous knowledge is needed!

forms.gle/ooB9jkT9VNsYXUbSA, www.soinc.org/sites/default/files/2022-09/Science_Olympiad_Div_B_2023_Rules_Manual_Web.pdf

From forensics to chemistry and to physics, the Massachusetts State Science Olympiad encompasses a wide range of events, an excellent opportunity for high schoolers looking to sharpen their STEM knowledge and explore different fields! The BLS Science Team is sending one high school team, no experience is needed. There are limited spots, so sign up ASAP at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaMhzImd4ye95LfTQDBvadKyRO4ohc-CaFY54b4X61fpGbdQ/viewform.

The deadline to sign up is February 15th, 2023. The competition is on March 4th, 2023. Email blsscienceteam@gmail.com with questions. Note: it is on the same day as the B Team Science Olympiad (for grades 7-9).

Check out the C Team rules manual to learn about the events available: www.soinc.org/sites/default/files/2022-09/Science_Olympiad_Div_C_2023_Rules_Manual_Web_.pdf

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaMhzImd4ye95LfTQDBvadKyRO4ohc-CaFY54b4X61fpGbdQ/viewform, www.soinc.org/sites/default/files/2022-09/Science_Olympiad_Div_C_2023_Rules_Manual_Web_.pdf

Salvete omnes!

Want to party like the Romans on Valentine’s Day? Join JCL on February 15 in the Seevak Room after school to celebrate Lupercalia! Lupercalia was traditionally celebrated on February 15th in Ancient Rome to purify the city and promote health & fertility. Activities will include a scavenger hunt, games, arts & crafts, and more! You won’t want to miss it!

Our annual Black History Month Door Decorating Contest RETURNS!! This year at BLS, our theme for BHM is titled “Black Jubilation!” highlighting black excellence, black talents, and most importantly, BLACK JOY. Jubilation is a word meaning “a feeling of great happiness and triumph.” We would like to see doors that embody the theme for this month. This year, teachers are permitted to choose a group of 2-4 students to enhance their doors! The contest will start on Wednesday, February 08, and will end on Tuesday, February 28. We encourage teams to put their door decorations up as soon as possible in order to give our school community time to enjoy the beautiful doors. Winners will be announced on the last day of Black History Month! Thank you, and good luck to everyone participating!!

Requirements:

1 Teacher, 2-4 Students

Originality and Creativity

HAVE FUN!

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Spread your love, hope, and joy by writing letters to children who are affected by cancer or chronic illness. Creativity and thoughtfulness are encouraged, so feel free to decorate your card however you like! Each card will count towards 30 MINUTES of community service and the maximum amount of cards you can make is 10. Please drop off the cards outside of Ms. Moguels’s room (225) and fill out our Volunteer Hours Form to confirm your hours. BLCDC will also be providing envelopes if students are in need of some. This is also a reminder to READ THE INFORMATION ON OUR POSTER BEFORE WRITING YOUR CARD! This event will last Feb 17! Have fun writing and happy Valentine’s Day! Feel free to email bostonlatincdc@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.

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“Love is in the air, show that you care! Purchase some delicious valentine’s cookies from Cookies for a Cause, a student-made and led non-profit organization selling cookies for charity. All proceeds from our homemade baked goods go directly to the Greater Boston Food Bank.

Please fill out the form below if you would like to order our cookies as a gift for Valentine’s Day. All of our Valentine’s Day Cookies will be sold for $1 each. We currently only accept payments in the form of cash, so please fill out this form and then drop off a cash payment to Room 212 (Mr. Zou) by Monday, February 13. There you will receive slips and write a message to your Valentine.

Our selection is as follows:

Chocolate Chip Cookies ($1)

Double Chocolate Chip Cookies ($1)

Red Velvet Cookies ($1)

Peanut Butter Cookies ($1)

Valentine’s M&M’s Cookies ($1)

Frosted Sugar Cookies ($1)

Interested in learning more about BLS elective courses? Come to the Course Electives Fair! After school on February 14, teachers will be sharing information and answering questions about their courses. There will be four mini-sessions (11 minutes in length and a 4-minute passing time) from 2:30-3:30 pm. You do not need to sign up for the sessions, just drop in! If a session is full you can always come back for the next one. Use this Session Schedule link to help you plan your afternoon,

NOTE: If you are unsure if you are eligible to take a particular course, please follow this link to the BLS Course Catalog 2023-2024 for detailed eligibility requirements.

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usp=sharing AND THE SECOND LINK

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To celebrate Black History Month,

BLS B.L.A.C.K. will be hosting a Poetry Cafe on Monday, February 13, 2023, from 2:30- 4:00 pm in the Seevak Room (room 309)! A Poetry Cafe celebrates the healing that comes through the written word as it is spoken or sung. We hope the Poetry Cafe is a place full of inspiration, courage, reflection, enthusiasm, and vulnerability for those performing and for those attending. This year, we will be collaborating with Mr. Blackett and the Jazz Band!

All are welcome to participate in a spoken word performance at the cafe. It is not necessary to memorize your piece. Those who would like to perform a spoken word should submit their piece and their information through the following link.

forms.gle/J7e92K3D25CmiARC6

Are you interested in an exciting summer travel/learning experience? Join other BLS students who are participating in the CIEE Global Navigator summer program. More information is here. Application deadline March 1st.

www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/high-school-study-abroad-scholarships

Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a unique opportunity hosted by McKinsey & Company for students to learn about strategic thinking and problem-solving, raise awareness around consulting and business careers, and assist a Boston non-profit with a complex, real-world problem. YLF is a free, two-day workshop run by Boston area consultants on March 31-April 1 (Fri/Sat) for members of Class I-III. Students’ absences will be excused on March 31. Apply at theyouthleadershipforum.com. Click HERE for the 2023 YLF flyer. The deadline is Tuesday, Feb 28.

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If you missed last Wednesday’s exciting wrestling meet between BLS and BLA, you can catch it tonight at 6:00 p.m. on Channel Xfinity 9 and 1072; Astound 15 Fios 2161. For viewing at a later date: BNN VOD (Video on Demand): BNNMedia.Org, click on the tab on top that says VOD and then, “Recently Added.” Go Wolfpack!

The Argo is selling carnations for Valentine’s Day! Buy your carnations from any Argo editor (a full list can be found at bit.ly/argoeditors23) before February 10th. Send a message & flower to someone you care about!

Have your friends felt cold recently? Buy them something for Valentine’s Day to warm their hearts! Fill out the paper order form to buy Valentine’s Day-themed items. For every $10 you sell, you can receive 1 service hour! The order form needs to be completed for every friend you sell to. Your name should go next to “Seller”. The last day to hand in order forms is Monday, February 6th! Deliver them during our Monday meetings from 2:15 – 3:00 pm in Room 212.

Paper order form: bit.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e3b499d94ea00cd3aafc22a01&id=b0d70b29ff&e=8753fb7803

This week we celebrate National School Counseling Week and the opportunity to recognize the priceless impact our guidance team has on our students and their families. During this week – as well as every day – we send special appreciation to our school counselors and staff who go above and beyond for our entire community.

BLSPL wants to cordially announce that officers will not be selling any more cake-pop slips during lunches. However, they will still be taking online orders (docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3B-b2ECmxlRbcfVS-bQmZo1Z7PnGCB7HcDSohSuAgGeA4AQ/viewform) and any physical slips must be returned to any officers listed below or to Mr. Cordeiro (Room 117) by February 10th. Cake pops will be delivered to the recipient(s)’s homerooms on Valentine’s Day. Thank you all for the incredible support!

Helena Huynh (I)

Alex Lam (II)

Lily Huynh (II)

Jason Kuang (I)

Andy Tran (II)

Marvin Hoang (I)

This weekend the Bridge Building Club brought two teams and their bridges to the Boston Society of Civil Engineers’ Annual Bridge Building Competition, where bridges competed for the titles of “highest load-carrying efficiency” and “best aesthetics”. Team “Hyperbolic Cosine”, consisting of Tim Nguyen, Phineas Scovel, and Sascha Harris, took home the championship trophy for load-carrying efficiency!

On Saturday the BLS MathCOUNTS team of Olivia Chen, Meilin Sha, Jason Zhang, and Ellie Fung finished fourth in the MetroSouth Chapter competition to qualify for the State Championship in March.

Jason Zhang was the 3rd place individual.

They were coached by Kathleen He, Class I.

Congratulate them when you see them!

Congratulations to the winners of the Third Public Declamation

First Place — Tiaraoluwa Adesoro (59.5)

Second Place — Selina Tang (59)

Second Place — Mirabelle Berman Reinhart (59)

Third Place — Jed Muzak (58)

Do you love sweets? Do you want to treat someone with a special gift, or even better, yourself? The BLS Powerlifting team is selling cake pops to fundraise for their ever-growing team and to compete in this year’s 2023 High School Nationals in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

BLSPL board will be selling slips beginning Thursday, February 2nd and from February 6th to 10th, students can buy physical slips at the front entrance during all lunches. If you want to pay Venmo instead, please fill out this online order form (docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3B-b2ECmxlRbcfVS-bQmZo1Z7PnGCB7HcDSohSuAgGeA4AQ/viewform). Students may buy slips from the list below, or contact Mr. Cordeiro (Room 117). Slips may be returned to the folder outside Mr. Cordeiro’s room or to any board member. Thank you!

Helena Huynh (I)

Alex Lam (II)

Lily Huynh (II)

Jason Kuang (I)

Andy Tran (II)

Marvin Hoang (I)

First Generation Investors is a non-profit organization that teaches high school students the power of investing and provides program graduates with real money to invest. Students learn investing basics (stocks, bonds, diversification, interest) over the course of 8 sessions. At the completion of the program, students will create a final portfolio of $100, which they receive in the form of a real investment account. Meetings are Saturdays at 11 am at Northeastern’s Campus. See this form for more information and to apply. The deadline is February 1st. The first session will be on Saturday, February 4th. Send questions to NEU student Walid Kilani at kilani.w@northeastern.edu.

Did you know that studying takes more than just reading over your notes? Quick tip: Imagine you are the teacher and write questions you expect your teacher will ask. Test yourself to see if you can answer the questions. Find more evidence-based study tips at this Youtube channel. www.youtube.com/@dbw8m

BLS Recycling Committee is selling paper flowers and crochet lavenders to encourage a more sustainable Valentine’s day. Paper flowers are 1 for $0.75, 2 for $1, and 5 for $2; lavenders are 1 for $5, 3 for $10, and 10 for $20. Get them wrapped (for $1) and sent to your friends (or yourself)! Fill out the Eventbrite with your order and pay an officer during after school recycling in the dining hall on Mondays and Thursdays.

www.eventbrite.com/e/bls-recycling-flowers-for-you-2023-tickets-514191409347

Also, join BLS Recycling Committee in a workshop—Thursday, February 2nd from 2:30-3:30—wrapping flower bouquets! Join us in the dining hall, and get an hour of community service! No sign up needed.

Have you made your choices yet for your Modern Language class for the next four years? Deadline to submit your form is Friday, February 3! Use the link to access the form if you haven’t done so already. Any questions, see Mrs. Kelley in room 256 (across from 219).

Imagine stepping where Agamemnon stood, from Mycenae in Greece to the beaches of Troy in Turkey… Students who are currently enrolled in a CLASSICS ELECTIVE (Myth Tradition, Latin AP, Greek, Poetry) and/or students who will be enrolled for the 2023-2024 academic year are eligible to apply! The trip dates are February vacation, 2024. There will be an informational meeting February 8th during W block in the auditorium. All interested students should fill out this Google Form.

Hi everyone! My name is Izzy Cevallos, and I am doing my Capstone project on how food can convey the history and culture of El Salvador. I am looking for more perspectives, so if you are from El Salvador, or have a relative who is and would like to share family recipes and/or stories about Salvadoran food, I would love to hear from you! Please fill out this quick form with your contact information.

Thank you.

forms.gle/6qE2RK32iTRTRnEw5

Hello! My name is Mary Bosch and for my Senior Capstone, I’m making a documentary about the external and familial pressures that can affect students’ academic motivations. I would greatly appreciate responses to my survey, which asks questions about students’ experiences with academic pressure.

Thank you!

forms.gle/jDmLP2LTtgEci3716

I’m Carly Ramos and my Senior Capstone project investigates the immigrant experience in and beyond the United States and is considering how we can best educate people about the immigration journey and spark a nuanced understanding of the immigrant experience.

To collect data and stories about this, I’m reaching out to the BLS community. Would you take a few minutes to complete my survey? All responses will be anonymous–no e-mails or identifying details will be collected. Please answer every question as best as you can.

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Attention all Class V and Class IV students! Would you like to travel to Costa Rica next year? The trip is planned for February 17-February 24, 2024 and the cost is approximately $2400. By completing this form, you will be invited to our in-person information session and our parent meeting. While in Costa Rica we will learn about biodiversity and environmental conservation and we will have the opportunity to practice our Spanish-speaking skills. The trip is only open to present 8th and 9th-grade students (students will be in 9th and 10th grade in 2024). If you have any questions after completing the form please feel free to reach out to Ms. Bateman at kbateman@bostonpublicschools.org

forms.gle/UzJk9NCRqHwq9fiU8

Do you like making new friends? All are welcome to join the info session for people interested in joining best buddies! At Best Buddies, we create lasting impressions and form meaningful connections with people who align themselves with the disabled community. Best buddies is not a mentor program or a caretaker service. We are here to make new friends and have fun! The meeting will take place on February 8th during W block in the senior section of the cafeteria. Can’t wait to see you there.

Hi! My name is Elyssa Cabey ’23, and I’m working on a Senior Capstone project about how the pet industry affects the lives of companion animals in the United States. My project examines the conditions of several kinds of pets, but I’m specifically interested in how different dog breeds are impacted by the industry.

To aid in my research I created a Google Form survey (linked below) to get a sense of how different dog breeds are perceived. I would greatly appreciate it if you would take a moment to fill it out with your opinions and personal experience. The survey takes about 5-10 minutes and is completely anonymous. Thank you!

forms.gle/mnK4KymLWUNHK8849

On Thursday, February 2 there will be no afterschool test makeup/extended time held in Room 132 on this day. Thank you

Hi! My name is Kristiana Dycaj ’23 and I’m working on a Senior Capstone project on the challenges that first-generation students face academically and socially based on their family background.

In this survey, I am asking all BLS first-generation students to kindly take 5-10 minutes to complete the questions below. Your answers are all anonymous, so please answer as honestly as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email me at kdycaj@bostonk12.org. Thank you!

forms.gle/DJ8qpmzbCAFZBZyL9

For the second time this year, BLS LAB will be hosting a guest speaker on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 in room 329 at 2:30pm! Kate Zhang is the current Chief Science Officer at Hopewell Therapeutics Inc. in Cambridge, MA, a leading provider of cutting-edge technologies and services, offering drug delivery solutions in the form of lipid-based nanoparticles. Zhang has over 27 years of experience in the industry with a PhD in analytical chemistry, and she developed a screening test to detect lysosomal storage disease that is now used in twenty countries. Come join us to hear about her educational journey, her career, and her research. She will be doing a short presentation, and the floor will then open up for questions, which will be completely anonymous, and typed through your phone. Be sure to bring your friends, there will be candy!

MIT Blueprint is a weekend-long learnathon, and hackathon for local high school students on MIT’s campus on February 18–19, 2023. Each year at Blueprint, 200 high school students gather for a weekend of learning and building. Students have the opportunity to learn the basics of programming, website creation, or iPhone app-making. Students will also have the opportunity to apply their skills to a project and win fantastic prizes. More information at: blueprint.hackmit.org/

Attention all Class V and Class IV students! Would you like to travel to Costa Rica next year? The trip is planned for February 17-February 24, 2024 and the cost is approximately $2400. By completing this form, you will be invited to our in-person information session and our parent meeting. While in Costa Rica we will learn about biodiversity and environmental conservation and we will have the opportunity to practice our Spanish-speaking skills. The trip is only open to rising 8th and 9th-grade students (students will be in 9th and 10th grade in 2024). If you have any questions after completing the form please feel free to reach out to Ms. Bateman at kbateman@bostonpublicschools.org

forms.gle/UzJk9NCRqHwq9fiU8

If your Chromebook is having trouble charging or turning on, plug it into power, hold the REFRESH key (top row, fourth from the left, looks like a circular arrow), and tap the POWER button. This performs a power reset and in most cases has helped “dead” Chromebooks come back to life.

If you’re experiencing any Chromebook issues, please come see us in the tech area of the library

The BLS Biolympiad Club is hosting a presentation session with Dr. Haiming Xu, a researcher at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute focused on genetic and epigenetic regulation in normal and malignant hematopoiesis. He will be giving a talk on concepts of cell cycle progression, regulation, and causes of cancer development. The presentation will take place on Monday, January 30th at 4 pm on zoom. Please email blsbio1635@gmail.com with any questions, and fill out the attached form to confirm your attendance.

forms.gle/QAmPZsMHUwUN4k5r6

Did you know that NOW is a great time to start thinking about your summer plans? Check out the Summer Offerings tab of the BLS Enrichment site to find the best enrichment opportunity for you!

sites.google.com/view/blsenrichment/summer-offerings?authuser=1

New Year’s resolution: return overdue Keefe library books! Homeroom teachers will be distributing notices for overdue books this week. If you receive a notice, please return the item. If you believe you have received the notice in error or need to pay for a lost book, bring the notice down to the library and speak with Ms. Ellis or Ms. Harari.

Earn community service by sorting compost during breakfast and lunch.

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Have you ever wondered what it will be like on TV? Do you want to support the big brain flex of BLS? Then come support the BLS Quizbowl team as we face Lexington High School on High School Quiz Show. Saturday, Jan 28, 2023, 3:00 PM at WGBH studio 1 Guest St 1 Guest Street Boston, MA 02135 Get tickets:

www.eventbrite.com/e/high-school-quiz-show-quarterfinal-3-tickets-511020053737

Improv Shmimprov ! Shnorpolorbo gobla guba orchadroody larpa mongo!! Come to the Black Box to see an absatootly grombley show this Friday. Tickets are sold at the door, 3 dollars for students and 5 for non-students. The shows start at 3 pm and 7 pm, so shorglemnt yourselves down to the music wing and come shmim with us!

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