Friday Focus:
Apprenticeship Opportunity for Current Juniors
Application Deadline Extended to January 31
District 214 offers a variety of youth apprenticeship programs, including registered apprenticeships, which meet standards defined by the United States Department of Labor and youth apprenticeships. Youth Apprenticeships are employer-driven, “learn while you earn” models that combine structured paid on-the-job training with job-related instruction in curricula that may lead to the attainment of industry-recognized skills standards and an industry credential. Instruction and technical training related to the apprenticeship is provided by the high school, technical schools, or community colleges; on-the-job training occurs at a worksite. The goal is to provide students with advanced skill sets that meet specific employer needs. Often, employers hire students who have been through their apprenticeship program full-time upon graduation and cover additional training and certification expenses. In partnership with local employers, apprenticeships are currently offered in the fields of:
Athletic Training Assistant
Automotive
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Construction and Trades
Graphic Arts
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
Information Technology (Cybersecurity, IT Generalist and Help Desk)
Manufacturing
MultiMedia
Pharmacy Technician
Professional Cook
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Students interested in an apprenticeship must be committed to the program and work with their counselor to ensure all required coursework fits into the student’s four-year academic plan. Important to note is that all apprenticeships require that specific coursework be completed before the application. The application is open until January 31, 2023. Contact April Gregory in the College & Career Center at 847-718-4236 with any questions.
The Bison Impact:
Congratulations to the following talented students selected to participate at ILMEA this week in Peoria: Adiga Priya (Flute/Piccolo-Honors All-State Band), Christine Cabrera (Soprano-Honors All-State Chorus), Matt Hamilton (Sax-Honors All-State Jazz Band), Andrew Hoang (Cello-Honors All-State Orchestra), Charlie Morrison (Bass-Honors All-State Chorus), Carina Obrecht (Clarinet-Honors All-State Band), Kyle Rusch (Bass Clarinet-All-State Band) and Lexi Samander (Soprano-All-State Chorus)
Congratulations to our 16 DECA members who placed in the top 3 overall in their events and will now compete at State!
Congratulations to the Orchesis dancers who performed at the Giordano Choreography Project at Barrington HS last weekend!
Congratulations to the JV Wrestling team on placing 4th at the Lyons JV Tournament last weekend! Congratulations to Bohdan Malaksianov on winning the championship, as well as to Anthoni Valladares (3rd), Marty Weber (3rd) and Vince Romano (3rd).
Congratulations to the Class of 2023 Boys Swimming & Diving teammates celebrating Senior Night this week!
Next Bison Academy Wednesday, February 1
The first Bison Academy of 2nd semester is Wednesday, February 1, 2023 from 3:30-5:45 pm in the Library. The Bison Academy is a great place for students to make up work, get some extra support, or just have a quiet place to work. Contact Brian Linhart or Lisa Raucci for more information.
Upcoming Dates
Attention Junior Parents & Guardians:
Beyond Buffalo Grove - Junior Parent Night
Student Services is hosting "Beyond Buffalo Grove" - A Junior Parent College and Career Planning Seminar. The event is in person on Thursday, February 2nd from 7:00-8:00pm in the BGHS Theater. Please contact post-secondary counselor, Paul Genovese, at (847) 718-4067 or Kathleen Becker at (847) 718-4059 for more information.
**FREE** Virtual SAT Test Prep Program
Register Today! Begins February 7th
To help prepare students for the upcoming State SAT exam, Buffalo Grove High School will be offering an after school virtual SAT Test Prep Program for Juniors beginning February 7, 2023. The program will run on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:00 pm - 8:10 pm for three weeks. This school year, the fee will be waived for the SAT Test Prep after school program. We believe that participation in this test preparation course will enhance the SAT experience and scores by focusing on all three parts of the SAT (Reading, Mathematics, and Writing and Language). Students were already offered the opportunity to register for an in-school SAT test prep program during the school day, replacing their Independent Study or Study Hall. If you have already registered for the in-school session, it is not necessary to register for the evening program as these are similar in content.
The online registration will be open January 10 through January 24, 2023, or until class capacities are reached. Space is limited. Please register early! There are two options to register for the Test Prep Program:
Direct Link for BGHS: BGHS SAT Test Prep Registration Note: If you have not registered for a Community Education course in the past, you will need to create an account.
Community Education website at ce.d214.org, click the red ‘Register Now’ button. If you have not registered for a Community Education course in the past, you will need to create an account. Once you create your account, select Explore All Programs and look for Academic Test Prep and Buffalo Grove High School Test Prep for the SAT.
If you have any questions, please contact the Buffalo Grove Assessment Center at 847-718-4036.
Spring Musical Auditions February 1 & 2
Auditions for the spring musical, Side Show, are February 1st and 2nd at 3:15 pm in the Choir Room (A136). Pick up and audition packet in the Choir room, English Division or Library, Please see Ms. Wells in A174 or Ms. Stenzel in A175 with any questions or for more information.
Bisonette Pom/Competitive Dance Kiddie Clinic
Friday, February 10th
The Bisonette Poms/Competitive Dance Program will host a Kiddie Clinic on Friday, February 10th from 4-8:30pm. In addition to learning a dance that will be performed at our halftime basketball games that night, participants will receive a t-shirt and two tickets to the game. CLICK HERE FOR KIDDIE CLINIC TICKETS.
PLEASE NOTE: Once you select your quantity, you must complete "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION" at the top of the screen. This will allow you to provide key information including shirt sizes. For additional information, please contact our sponsor at colleen.conley@ood.d214.org.
Bison Boosters Spring Fundraiser tickets on sale now
Early Bird Discount through February 4
Tickets are now on sale for the BGHS Boosters Spring Fundraiser on March 4 at Rep's Place in Rolling Meadows! Get the Early Bird Discount through February 4! Come for food, drinks, awesome raffle prizes and more! Buy tickets online and find more info at https://trellis.org/bisonboosters23
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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Bison in the News
IHSA Cheer Sectional Schedule
Journal & Topics, January 17, 2023
The IHSA competitive cheerleading state finals are at Grossinger Motors Arena in Bloomington Friday-Saturday, Feb. 3-4 and a number of Journal-area teams are hoping to be there battling for a state title. There are four classes for cheerleading -- small, medium, large and coed. Read Story
Buffalo Grove's pressure gets to Schaumburg
The Daily Herald, January 24, 2023
Solid defense turned into a solid win for Buffalo Grove Tuesday. The Bison forced 20 turnovers and hit key free throws at the end to beat Schaumburg 41-35 in a non conference game in Buffalo Grove. "It was a rough stretch for us," first-year Buffalo Grove coach Kevin Geldon said. "I am obviously proud of the guys to continue to battle through it. Then they come out here tonight and make winning plays. Hopefully, this can kick start us again as we head into the regionals." Read Story
Interested in playing Buffalo Grove Girls Soccer?
January Open Gym Schedule:
Saturday, January 21st: 11:00-12:30 in Fieldhouse
Tuesday, January 24th: 5:30-7:00 in Gym
Tuesday, January 31st: 5:30-7:00 in Fieldhouse
ATTENTION SENIORS!
BGPA Scholarship Application is Now Open
The Buffalo Grove High School Parent Association (“BGPA”) and donor Mrs. Jackie Sell are pleased to award scholarships to recognize the achievement of our students. The winners will be selected based on school and community involvement, leadership, motivation, and academics, as well as a compelling personal essay. All graduating BGHS Class of 2023 seniors are eligible for this scholarship. Additionally, scholarship Applicants must plan to attend a post-secondary or technical school as a full-time or part-time student and must meet District 214’s requirements to participate in and to be awarded a diploma at commencement in 2022. The Scholarship is an outright gift and will be announced and disbursed at the Principal's Awards Night on May 17, 2023.
All applications will be reviewed with complete anonymity. The completed application (with required signatures) must be received in the BGHS College/Career Center by the end of school on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. All decisions made by BGPA will be final. Any application not submitted with required signatures by the end of school on April 4, 2023, will be rejected. CLICK HERE for the BGPA Scholarship application and more detailed information
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
Students Looking for a Job?
CLICK HERE for the BGHS Job Board. Check back often for updates and new postings.
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