Friday Focus:
Second Semester Students of the Month
Please congratulate the following students selected for Students of the Month during second semester. CLICK HERE to view the Students of the Month slideshow.
January
Abigail Swanson: CTE
Lilian Chretien: Math/Science
Maksym Kondratenko: English/EL
David Norman: Student Services
Ellis & Alix Chamorro: WL/SS
Julia Parzych: PE
Tom Cooney & David Garst: Math/Science Staff
February
Drew & Nick Edstrom: CTE
Kody Stejskal: Math/Science
Olivia Larkowski: Fine Arts
Miguel Velazquez: Student Services
Olivia Gould: WL/SS
Campus Safety Team: ESP Staff
March
Neko Heinrich: CTE
Jocelyn Martinez: Math/Science
Allen Arzate: English/EL
Ethan Hernandez: Student Services
Natsumi Williams: Cafeteria/Foods Staff
April
James Chang: CTE
Petros Bolos: Math/Science
Ignatius Lipani: English
Peter Koconis: Student Services
Jennifer Waz: WL/SS
Jeff Bott: CTE Staff
May
Antonio Guillen: CTE
Catherine Hong: Math/Science
Nathan Samples: English
Alexander Uriostegui: Student Services
Josh & Kyle Grote: WL/SS
BG Artists’ Work on Display at Local Gallery
Three BG artists, Angelina Zayats (junior), Cassandra Dracopoulos (sophomore) and Savannah Millington (freshman), will display their artwork in a show called “214 Rising” at The Empty Corner gallery in downtown Arlington Heights. “214 Rising” showcases artwork from students throughout District 214. The Empty Corner is a gallery and creative event space owned and run by former D214 art teacher Liz Schrenk and former BG student Conrad Weres. All are invited to come support our artists and check out their artwork at a reception at The Empty Corner on May 22nd at 6:00 pm. The show will run from May 15-June 2.
The Empty Corner is located at 214 E. Grove Street in downtown Arlington Heights. BG alumni Christy Weber, Alena Heath (class of 2022) and Kiersten Hung (class of 2023) are part of the team at The Empty Corner and the adjacent Something Blue Photography Studio.
The Bison Impact:
A HUGE congratulations to the Bison Softball team on their come-from-behind win to defeat Barrington 7-5 for the MSL Championship! Congratulations to Hannah Hull on her 3 run walk-off home run to come back from a 2 run deficit in the bottom of the 7th inning. Hannah is now the all-time leading home run hitter (23) in Bison softball history! The win ended Barrington's 20-game win streak and is the Bison's first MSL title since 1999! FIGHT ON!
Congratulations to Baseball senior Mason Hulligan on breaking the BG record for most wins in a season by picking up his 10th victory of the year! The previous record was 9, held by Dave Merker ‘84, and Chris Mckeown ‘95.
Congratulations to Martyna Ostrega competing this weekend at Girls Track & Field State!
Congratulations to Mario Torres 2023 MSL 3200 meter champion! Mario qualifies for Boys Track & Field State for the 3rd year in a row!
Congratulations to the BG Softball Beasts of the East! Back-to-back MSL East Division Champions!
Congrats Girls Lacrosse players Avery Boeche and Valeria Kononchik on being named All-Conference!
Congratulations to Boys Lacrosse players Michael Cervantes and Joel Boeche on being named All Conference!
Congratulations to the recently selected 2023-24 National Honor Society Officers: Emilia Bolinski, Social Corresponder; Priya Adiga, Secretary; Karoon Krikorian, Treasurer/Webmaster; Rohan Ganeshan, Vice President; and Maya Belorusskiy, President.
Good luck to Boys Lacrosse competing in the first round of the IHSA State playoffs tonight at 5:30 pm at Stevenson!
Congratulations to Swimmer Luke Czeryba who committed last week to continue his athletic career at Carthage College!
Congratulations to Mason Hulligan who committed last week to play Baseball for Illinois Wesleyan University!
Congratulations to Kasani Gonzalez who committed last week to play Basketball for Judson University.
Congratulations to Kevin Ledgerwood who committed last week to play Volleyball for Illinois Wesleyan University!
Congratulations to Abagail Marks who committed last week to play Soccer at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater!
Congratulations to Swimmer Victoria Surdyka who committed last week to continue her athletic career at Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis!
Congratulations to Josh Tsyrkin who committed last week to play Lacrosse for Beloit College!
New Yearbook Distribution Dates & Times
Monday, May 22nd During all lunch hours
Tuesday, May 23rd Before school & during all lunch hours
Wednesday, May 24th Before school & during all lunch hours
Yearbook distribution will take place in the Main Foyer concessions room. There are a limited number of additional books available for sale for $50 each. Extra books will be sold on a first come, first served basis. If you have any questions please email the yearbook advisor Mr. Hansen at william.hansen@d214.org
Bison Academy Saturday 5/20 & Thursday 5/25
The final two opportunities for students to attend the Bison Academy are on Saturday, May 20th from 8:30-11:00 am and Thursday May 25th from 3:15-5:45 pm in the Library.
The Bison Academy provides a chance for students to get extra support in specific subjects, work on missing assignments, make up tests or quizzes their teachers provide, or just use the library as a quiet place to study and get work done. This is a drop-in service, so students can come in at whatever time works for them, and can stay as long as they want. Students can enter at the main entrance (Door #1) by the gymnasium. For more information, please contact Lisa Raucci (lisa.raucci@d214.org) or Brian Linhart (brian.linhart@d214.org). To see a video about Bison Academy, please visit https://BrianLinhart.com/BisonAcademy.
Upcoming Dates
Night of Jazz & Orchestra Concert Tonight 6:00 pm
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a night of music performed by our talented students at the Night of Jazz concert tonight at 6:00 pm. The orchestra will be joining the jazz concert to conclude their 50th anniversary concert that was interrupted on Tuesday night.
Back Those Bison!
Varsity Home Sports and Fine Arts for the Coming Weeks
For underlevel and away sporting events and the most current information for BGHS activities, please go to: Buffalo Grove High School Comprehensive Calendar
Bison in the News
Mason Hulligan Ties Buffalo Grove Win Record
Journal & Topics, May 17, 2023
Buffalo Grove pitcher Mason Hulligan has quietly put together a magical season, currently posting the most wins in Class 4A, according to MaxPreps, out of teams that make their stats known. Last year he made nine appearances and posted a 3-0 record with a 4.97 ERA. Whatever Hulligan did in the offseason has worked out for the pitcher this season as he’s posted a 9-1 record in 10 appearances, spotting a spectacular 1.73 ERA along the way. The nine wins are tied for a school record for a single season by a pitcher at Buffalo Grove. Read Story
Softball: Hull's walk-off homer gives Buffalo Grove MSL title over Barrington
The Daily Herald, May 18, 2023
Senior Hannah Hull will never forget the final at-bat on her home field at Buffalo Grove. It not only made her the all-time leading home run hitter (23) in Bison softball history but it gave BG a Mid-Suburban League championship for the first time since 1999 when the Bison won back-to-back crowns. Read Story
CLICK HERE for Bison Boosters Golf Fundraiser Information and Tickets
New! D214 Summer Experience
Summer School Information
D214 has a new summer school program, the D214 Summer Experience. Registration for Summer Experience 2023 is open. A how-to video has been created to help families navigate the registration system, WATCH IT HERE. To register, you will need your student’s D214 student ID number, student’s date of birth, household zip code, and the student’s school. The registration system is mobile-friendly, so you can register anywhere with any device. Please check your email for detailed information from the D214 Academic Programs & Pathways Team that will answer many questions you might have.
CLICK HERE to access the Summer Experience Registration Portal
CLICK HERE to access the Summer Experience Programs Guidebook
CLICK HERE to access information on D214’s Summer Athletic Programs
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.
Looking for More?
Click Here for the 4th Quarter Parent Newsletter
Click Here for the detailed daily BG Activity/Athletics Calendar
Click Here for the BGHS Website
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 D214 Food Services Information
Click Here for BG's student newspaper, The Charger
Click Here for the Unspoken Herd Podcast
Click Here for One Grove Gallery exhibits and information
Click Here for the BGPA Bison Spiritwear online store
Click Here to Join/Support the Buffalo Grove H.S. Parent Groups