Friday, November 18, 2016

Principal Wardle's Weekly Blog 11/18/2016



Friday Focus  - Skunk Aid joins Mr. Fixit Lou Manfredini on WGN radio
20161112_083713.jpgThis past Saturday, one of our Entrepreneurship groups, the creators of Skunk Aid, and teacher Karen Roberts had the pleasure of being on the Lou Manfredini (Mr. Fixit) show on WGN radio. This was a great opportunity that opened many doors for these students. Their Skunk Aid product is now being sold in two Ace Hardware stores which are owned by Lou and his wife. The radio appearance gave them new exposure, and they have been filling many orders since. If you have a dog, this is a “must have” kit, as it really does work. The time and effort these girls have put into their business is unbelievable for 16,17, and 18 year olds who go to school everyday and participate in activities, as well.

What these students are able to do and experience would not be possible without the leadership, support and guidance of all the community members that work with the BGHS Entrepreneurship class, not to mention their fabulous mentor, Mike Schiestel who provides them daily and weekly advice and support.

If you are interested in learning more about their SkunkAid product, please visit their website http://skunkaid.wixsite.com/skunkaid



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We’ve Got Spirit!
The BGPA is selling spiritwear! You can find the link on the BGHS website homepage under “Quick Links” or click here.

The BGPA is selling 2016-17 BGHS Student Directories for $5.00.  They are available for sale in the Main Office.  See Mrs. Jacks if you would like to purchase one.

Upcoming Dates

Date
Event
November 23-25
Non-attendance days/Thanksgiving Break
December 1
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 8
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 15
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 16
Early Dismissal at 1:50pm
Winter Break begins at close of classes
January 3
First day of classes after Winter Break
January 16
Martin Luther King Day - Building Closed
January 18-20
Semester 1 Final Exams


Celebrating Our Success!

A big shout out to the BGHS Speech Team that had four medalists at Prospect's tournament this past weekend: Juan Garcia placed 5th in his first-ever tournament in original oratory, Angella Lee placed 4th in poetry, and Nolan Son and Laurel Hart placed fourth as they placed for the second week in a row in Humorous Duet Acting! Great job!
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Congratulations to Volleyball player Kiarra Akiyoshi who was named to the Daily Herald Northwest All-Area team for the second straight year! Kim Barton, Kanella Kalyviaris, and Hannah Schuler received Special Mention.

Congratulations to the Latino summit scholarship winners Miriam Ortiz and Victoriano Ambriz.

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Back Those Bison - Varsity Home Sports and Fine Arts for the Coming Week

Date
Time
Event
November 18
10:00am
Girls Basketball Tournament
November 21
6:00pm
Boys Basketball Tournament
November 22
TBD
Wrestling vs. Maine South
6:00pm
Boys Basketball Tournament
December 2
7:00pm
Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a play” (Children’s Show) $5
December 3
10:30am
Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a play” (Children’s Show) $5
December 4
2:30pm
Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a play” (Children’s Show) $5

For underlevel and away sporting events and the most current information for BGHS activities, please go to: Buffalo Grove High School Comprehensive Calendar


BGHS in the News

The Daily Herald, November 17, 2016

To a certain extent, Georgette Topalis is the last one standing.The Buffalo Grove girls basketball team graduated its four other starters from last season's 24-win team. That class won three regional titles as its win total increased gradually from 10 to 15, then 21, then 24. Read Story

BG wins opener; Wachal gets 1,000th point
The Daily Herald, November 18, 2016
Coming off three straight Class 4A regional titles and a Mid-Suburban East title last winter, Buffalo Grove girls basketball coach Steve Kolodziej had his Bison ready for the start of this season as they topped Grayslake Central 58-51 on Thursday night.  Read Story



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Staff Spotlight

FullSizeRender (4).jpg1. What is your name?  Martha Kelly

2. What department have you/ do you work in?  I am in the Math/Science Department where I teach Geometry and Intermediate Algebra

3. How long have you been working at BG?  1 year at BG and the 10th year in District 214.

4. Where did you go to high school? Driscoll Catholic High School

5. What part of working at BG do you find the most rewarding?   I enjoy seeing the light bulb go on.  That moment that you know they understand.  You see the joy in the students' faces, and (with Math especially) they find something that they may not have enjoyed before, but now they do.

6. What is something unique about you? Most people know that I enjoy running, and have run a number of marathons... but I come from a family of teachers.  I have 4 siblings, 3 of which are high school teachers.  One is Math, one is Math and French, and another is History.  I guess we bought into our parents' belief in the importance of an education.

7. What activities or clubs do you coach/ sponsor? I am the Varsity Girls Cross Country Coach and an Assistant Girls Basketball Coach.

Friday, November 11, 2016

Principal Wardle's Weekly Blog 11/11/2016


Friday Focus  -  The lasting effect of co-curricular sports and activities.

The majority of Buffalo Grove students are involved in co-curricular activities.  Recent additional research continues to support student involvement in activities, clubs, and athletics as an avenue for developing well-rounded adults.  Involved students grow more than their non-involved peers in self-expression, acceptance, long term memory, reading, and the value of team over self, and many other areas.  Please encourage your student to give a BG club, activity, or sport a chance this year!  


We’ve Got Spirit!
The BGPA is selling spiritwear! You can find the link on the BGHS website homepage under “Quick Links” or click here.

The BGPA is selling 2016-17 BGHS Student Directories for $5.00.  They are available for sale in the Main Office.  See Mrs. Jacks if you would like to purchase one.

Upcoming Dates

Date
Event
November 15

District 214 Career Night:  Engineering/Industrial Technology/Computers/Business at Buffalo Grove High School 6:00pm
November 16
Buffalo Grove Parent Association (BGPA) Meeting - 7:00pm Community Rm
November 17
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
November 23-25
Non-attendance days/Thanksgiving Break
December 1
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 8
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 15
Blue Late Start - 8:30am
December 16
Early Dismissal at 1:50pm
Winter Break begins at close of classes
January 3
First day of classes after Winter Break
January 16
Martin Luther King Day - Building Closed
January 18-20
Semester 1 Final Exams


Celebrating Our Success!
Congratulations to Boys Varsity Soccer player, Alex Alfaro, on being named Northwest All-Area team! Alex was also named All-MSL and All-Sectional! Congratulations to Tyler Nieman for receiving Special Mention, and Kevin Elioza, Manny Mazariegos, and Cullen O’Doherty for receiving Honorable Mention.

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Congratulations to Bowler, Jessica Soskich, who signed this week to bowl at Valparaiso University!

















Cw0uAkpXgAAbHaD.jpgCongratulations to Baseball Player, John Carpinelli, who will be attending University of Indianapolis to play baseball!















Back Those Bison - Varsity Home Sports and Fine Arts for the Coming Week

Date
Time
Event
November 17
6:00pm
Girls Basketball Tournament
November 18
10:00am
Girls Basketball Tournament
November 21
6:00pm
Boys Basketball Tournament
November 22
TBD
Wrestling vs. Main South
6:00pm
Boys Basketball Tournament

For underlevel and away sporting events and the most current information for BGHS activities, please go to: Buffalo Grove High School Comprehensive Calendar


BGHS in the News

Buffalo Grove High School group Elevate encourages student to make smarter choices
Chicago Tribune, November 7, 2016

A new student group at Buffalo Grove High School believe they have some of the answers to why teenagers experiment with vices — drugs, alcohol use, bad eating and sleeping habits. The eight students who helped start the group, called Elevate, also like to talk with their peers and share a new understanding about the effects sleep, nutrition and drug use can have on teenagers' minds and bodies.  Read Story

Teachers leave their political views at the door:  Many say students are better served by having space to form own opinions
Chicago, Tribune, November 6, 2016
Every year, Zack Crandall asks his students at Buffalo Grove High School if they can guess his political leanings. The results, he said, are typically an even split between Democrat and Republican. "That's my goal," he said. "They don't know where I come from."  Crandall, who teaches mostly seniors in advanced placement history and government classes, said he has a strict policy of keeping his political beliefs out of the classroom, focusing solely on providing balanced, impartial lessons. "I don't want (them) to feel any information I'm presenting is in a biased way," he said. Read Story

Chicago Tribune, November 6, 2016

Thomas Kelly caught the first touchdown pass in the career of sophomore quarterback Connor Adams in the Bison's 28-25 season-opening loss Aug. 26 at Niles West.
In retrospect, that connection signified the start of a new era. "(Adams) stepped into a position that not many seniors can play, and he moved into a leadership role and did very well with it," Kelly said. Seven games later, Adams completed 16 of 20 passes for 221 yards and three touchdowns in the Bison's 42-12 victory against Elk Grove on Oct. 14. Buffalo Grove ended its first season the first under new coach Jeff Vlk, the longtime defensive coordinator, with a 3-6 mark. The Bison went 2-3 in Mid-Suburban East play. That might not be impressive in many programs, but the Bison were coming off a one-win season the year before. Read Story


Buffalo Grove show choir to hold fundraiser Saturday
The Daily Herald, November 3, 2016

Buffalo Grove High School's Expressions Show Choir, under the direction of Debora Utley, will present its "Cabaret Night" at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5. The Expressions, an award-winning show choir that has been in existence for over 40 years, is composed of 42 singer/dancers, 16 band members and six crew members. Read Story


21 District 214 Students Named 2017 National Merit Semifinalists
The Daily Herald, November 8, 2016

Twenty-one High School District 214 students have been named Semifinalists in the 62nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program. The program also announced 72 students from District 214's six comprehensive high schools received Commended Scholars status and three were also named National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars. Read Story


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Staff Spotlight

FullSizeRender (3).jpg1. What is your name?  Joe Gonzalez

2. What department have you/ do you work in?  BG Technology Department

3. How long have you been working at BG?  This is my first year at BG and my eighteenth year in District 214

4. Where did you go to high school? Adolfo V Hall (Guatemala CA)

5. What part of working at BG do you find the most rewarding?  When a staff or student have a problem with their technology device and I can fix it instantly and see their happy smile.  

6. What is something unique about you? I love photography.


7. What activities or clubs do you coach/ sponsor? I love all sports and theater. I was a Tech Director at EGHS for 10 years .