Friday Focus: BG Alum/Olympian Visits
This week, BGHS proudly welcomed rhythmic gymnast and 2020 Olympian, Liza Merenzon, to share her Tokyo Olympic experience. The 2017 BG grad spoke to PE and Health classes on Tuesday. Liza did a fantastic job connecting with the students, answering their questions and inspiring them to pursue their passions. She also put on a couple performances, showcasing some of her skill. CLICK HERE for a quick, 2 minute video from her time at BGHS.
CLICK HERE to watch a short video on her Olympic journey
The Bison Impact:
Congratulations to freshman Hemharsith Sivakumar, awarded Outstanding Student of the Year as part of the 2020 Global Community Oscars at the 10th Annual International Awards Gala in Naperville on Friday! The award was presented by U.S. Congressman Danny K. Davis.
Congratulations to the Boys Golf team on winning the Mustang Invite at Arlington Lakes with a 292, the lowest score in the tournament history! Congratulations to Ryan Beerheide with a great even par round 68 and 3rd place finish and to Dori Lee who tied for 1st with a 1 under par 67 and finished 2nd in a one hole playoff.
Congratulations to the Varsity Football team! Just four months since their last snap, the Bison storm forward into their second 2021 season with a debut 41-0 victory over Lincoln-way Central! Congrats to the coaches and players on a fine start! Fight On!
Bison Boosters Bears Fundraiser, Membership & More
CLICK HERE for more Information on the Bison Boosters
CLICK HERE for the Bison Boosters Membership Form
CLICK HERE for the Bison Boosters Bears Season Fundraiser
Upcoming Dates
Russian Speaking Family Night
Please join us for our first Virtual D214 Russian-Speaking Family Night of the school year! The event will be hosted virtually on Thursday, September 9th from 6:30-8:00 pm. Topics discussed will be the new block schedule, busses, new programs and supports, classes, and a welcome from Principals, along with a question and answer period. Please use the following link to join:
https://d214.zoom.us/j/99002523068
You can also join our REMIND texts to get reminders. Please text @russian5 at 81010. Please call Svetlana Fastov with any questions: 847-718-7060.
Staff Spotlight
What is your name? Helene Pahigianis
What department do you teach in/ How long have you been teaching at BG? I teach Spanish in the Social Science/World Language Department. This is my 27th year teaching at BG.
Where did you go to high school? I went to Rolling Meadows High School.
What part of teaching do you find the most rewarding? One of the most rewarding parts of teaching for me is working with my students and getting to know them. I enjoy hearing about how they are using their Spanish outside of the classroom. It's great to see their confidence grow as they realize how fluent they are in the language.
What new thing did you learn teaching remotely? I was impressed with my students' willingness to adapt and make the most out of learning remotely.
What are you currently reading, and/or do you have a favorite author or podcast? I am currently reading student work but enjoy reading all kinds of books.
What activities or clubs do you coach/sponsor? I help with the Spanish Honor Society.
What is something unique about you? I speak 3 languages.
Back Those Bison!
Varsity Home Sports and Fine Arts for the Coming Week
For underlevel and away sporting events and the most current information for BGHS activities, please go to: Buffalo Grove High School Comprehensive Calendar
In Case You Missed It…
Click HERE to watch the BGHS 2020-21 Year in Review Video
Watch Bison Football vs Conant Friday at 7:30 PM
Click HERE to watch the game live streamed from Conant
Is your student looking for a way to get involved?
Check out the link below for clubs, athletics and activities offered at Buffalo Grove High School. Make sure to click on the “arrow” to expand the list of information for coaches and sponsors.CLICK HERE for Co-Curricular Sports, Activities and Clubs
Bison in the News
Football wrap: Buffalo Grove, Hersey, Prospect all open with wins
The Daily Herald, August 28, 2021
Buffalo Grove, Hersey and Prospect all traveled to the Far South suburbs to open their respective seasons. It turned out to be a very productive trip for the trio of Mid Suburban East teams Friday night. Michael Cervantes' first start at quarterback was an auspicious one. The junior showed he is a dual threat, rushing for 213 yards on 18 carries and a touchdown. He also was 4-of-8 for 111 yards., which includes an 80-yard touchdown pass to Jacob Pond. Read Story
Football: Bison Roster Goes Deep
Journal & Topics, August 26, 2021
After a 5-1 campaign in the spring season and a second-place finish in the MSL East, Buffalo Grove looks to take the next step this year and win the MSL East crown. The Bison return multiple senior starters, with many of them having been on varsity since sophomore year. Fifteen players return who played last season in total.
Senior Scott Murray is one key returning starter and will play both wide receiver and safety but will mainly focus on the offensive side of the ball. Read Story
Rolling Meadows teacher earns D214's Ennis Innovator Award
The Daily Herald, August, 20, 2021
Stefanie McCleish - Buffalo Grove High School
Nominators cited English and journalism teacher McCleish's personal connections with students and staff, her adaptability in creating new units and opportunities during hybrid learning, her expansion of multimedia learning opportunities to include podcasting and livestreaming - all during a pandemic in which new means of communicating and connecting took on new importance. Read Story
Parent Involvement
BGHS parents have the opportunity to join several groups that support our students. The Bison Boosters support the athletics program, the Buffalo Grove Instrumental Association and Friends of the Orchestra support the band and orchestra programs, the Buffalo Grove Choral Guild supports our choir programs, and the Buffalo Grove Parent Association supports the school's educational programs. Each group has its own set of policies, membership responsibilities, and meeting schedules. Please consider supporting these parent groups. Most donations will flow through the District 214Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, and you will be sent an automatic receipt and thank-you. Your support is significant, and provides tangible opportunities for our students in athletics, the fine and performing arts and academics.
CLICK HERE to Join/Support the Buffalo Grove Parent Association
CLICK HERE to Join/Support the Bison Boosters
CLICK HERE to Join/Support the BG Instrumental Association
CLICK HERE TO Join/Support the BG Choral Guild
CLICK HERE to Join/Support the Friends of the Orchestra (FOTO)
Looking for More?
Click Here for the BGHS Website
Click Here for the 1st Quarter Parent Newsletter
Click Here for the New Bell Schedule
Click Here for the Blue & Orange Day Calendar
Click Here for the D214 School Calendars
Click Here for BG's student newspaper, The Charger
Click Here for the Unspoken Herd Podcast
Click Here for the oneBG Podcast
Click Here for One Grove Gallery exhibits and information
Click Here for the detailed daily BG Activity/Athletics Calendar
Click Here for the BGPA Bison Spiritwear online store
