Friday Focus: 8th Graders visit Bison Xperience Lab
Our CTE department was excited to have 8th graders visit the Bison Xperience Lab last week! They completed a scavenger hunt in which they had to use all of our publications to find the answers.
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We are proud to share that Spanish teachers, Zaya Denardo and Scott Russell, had the honor of presenting their language teaching experiences at the ACTFL National Conference in Boston earlier in November. The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages is a national organization dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of instruction throughout the U.S. Ms. Denardo and Mr. Russel presented AP Aligned Interpersonal Writing at the Novice and Mid Levels!
The Next Bison Academy Monday 12/5
Students who could use some extra support or a quiet place to work are encouraged to attend the next Bison Academy on Monday, December 5th from 3:15pm - 5:45pm in the Library. Students may stay for as long or as little as they need. Staff and peer tutors will be available to offer academic support. Please see Mr. Linhart or Ms. Raucci with any questions.
The Bison Impact:
Congratulations to the Scholastic Bowl team who won the 32 team IHSSBCA Kickoff Tournament at Fenton High School! The Bison are ranked 4th in the country!
Our Harper Art Show winners were recognized this week at an awards ceremony and reception showcasing their work. Congratulations again to the following students: for 2D artwork - Colleen Dahl (1st place), Elayna Catania (2nd place), Ellis Chamorro (3rd place) and honorable mention to Angelica Davaa, Asche Sullivan, Anna Priymak, and Cassandra Dracopoulos; for 3D artwork - Ani Skiles (1st place), Sahara Caliente (2nd place), Viktoriya Kerch (3rd place), and honorable mention to Audrey Yang and Kiersten Hung.
Congratulations to our Freshman Girls Basketball team who went 3-0 to win the Barrington tournament last week!
Congratulations to both freshman Boys Basketball teams! Frosh B won the Hoffman Tournament and Frosh A took 2nd at Grayslake Central tournament. Nice work Bison, Fight on!
Congratulations to Olivia Genthner on being named to the All-Tournament Team at the Bison Classic Girls Basketball Tournament last week!
Congratulations to the Freshmen Wrestling team on finishing 3-0 on the night! JV orange finished 3-0 and JV blue went 2-1 with their only loss being to our own JV orange team. Great team effort across the board as the program goes 10-19 (not counting BG vs BG)!
Upcoming Dates
Bison Grove Theatre Company stage cult classic and beloved board game, Clue
Find out “whodunnit” December 8, 9, & 10 at 7:00 PM
Get your tickets online at tickets.d214.org
The Bison Grove Theatre Company is excited to present CLUE! The tale begins on a dark and stormy night at a remote mansion. Six guests are invited to a very unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. Each of the guests are given aliases--Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock, Professor Plum, and Miss Scarlet and are discouraged from revealing personal information. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. So whodunnit? Join the iconic oddballs as they race to find the murderer in Boddy Manor before the body count stacks up. Based on the cult classic 1985 Paramount film and the popular Hasbro board game, Clue is a madcap, slapstick evening full of murder, mystery, and laughs that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Get your tickets online at tickets.d214.org
The Unspoken Herd New Episode:
eSports Competitive Team Coming Soon!
CLICK HERE to Listen to Episode 3: eSports Competitive Team Coming Soon
On this episode of The Unspoken Herd, hosts Spencer Smith, Jack Greenspan, and Carlos Delgado welcome new BGHS eSports Head Coach, Joe Impastato, to discuss how this became an IHSA competition, BG's efforts to trail-blaze this new activity, and what the future holds for this new and exciting experience for students. Look out for more information about how to join following Winter Break! Special thanks to the student audio technician, Charlie Schwartz!
Staff Spotlight
What is your name? Kay Wilson
What department have you/ do you work in? BGHS Assessment Center. Before that I worked at FVEC in the Career Discovery Vocational program for 8 years, JHHS Attendance/Security for 3 years, and the PHS Library for 1 year.
How long have you been working at BG? Since October 6th. Eight amazing weeks!
Where did you go to high school/ college? Lake Forest High School/Illinois Wesleyan University
What part of working at BG do you find the most rewarding? After 8 years at the district office, it's great to be in a school environment again. I can feel the energy of the students and the staff has been very friendly and welcoming.
What are you currently reading, and/ or do you have a favorite author or podcast? I didn't read any Jane Austen in high school or college, but became obsessed as an adult. That sparked a love of any story set in Regency England.
What is something unique about you? I walked on the Great Wall of China as a sophomore in college.
What’s a bucket list item for you? The photo is of my family in Northern Ireland this summer. I love to visit new places and South America and Africa are on my travel bucket list.
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
Watch the Bison on the BG Athletics YouTube Channel
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In preparation for this year’s Winter Celebration, the Orchestra is hosting a movie night for the whole music department tonight! There will be popcorn, snacks, pillows, and blankets as we watch the movie, Home Alone. This is open to all students and we encourage everyone to bring family and friends. Hope to see you all there! (Orchestra Room at 7:00)
Bison in the News
IHSFCA Football All-State 2022 Selections
Journal & Topics, November 29, 2022
Buffalo Grove’s Michael Cervantes (Sr., WR/RB/DB/QB) was a Swiss Army knife for the Bison, contributing every way possible throughout the season. He had 64 catches for 820 yards and 68 carries for 489 yards. He combined for 16 touchdowns on offense this season. On defense, Cervantes had 80 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, 3 INT and 7 pass breakups. Read Story
Orchesis celebrates 50 years of dance at BGHS
Calling all Orchesis Alumni Dancers!
Join us to celebrate 50 years of Dance at BG, by performing at our annual show in February 2023! Information link: forms.gle/gQ1g1q7mgUsaUUKY7
Come work with us!
D214 has immediate openings for food service workers. Enjoy 5-hour work days and shifts end at 2pm! Apply now: http://links.d214.org/foodservice
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