Bedford Junior High School (BJHS)

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SUMMER READING PROGRAM AT BEDFORD BRANCH LIBRARY

For Children Ages 5 and Up
June 20, 2023 - July 29, 2023
TUESDAYS* at 6:00 PM
*Closed July 4, 2023
Bedford Branch Library, 8575 Jackman Road, Temperance MI 48182

In addition to exciting weekly programs for kids, pick up a reading log from any branch of your Monroe County Library System. Redeem your completed reading log at any branch to receive a free prize book, donated by Directions Credit Union. Showing your completed reading log at Directions Credit Union will result in a $5.00 deposit into your child’s savings account. Offers expire August 31, 2023.

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Back to School Health Fair

Family Fun Event
Saturday, August 12, 2023
9 am - 1 pm
Monroe County Health Department, 2353 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI 48161

Free Services for Children Ages 5-19
Sports physicals, immunizations, hearing & vision screenings, dental services
Limited appointments available. For more information, call 734-240-7800

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INTERESTED IN PLAYING A FALL SPORT?

Please fill out this form by July 17th:
2023-2024 BEDFORD JR HIGH/HIGH SCHOOL FALL SPORTS INTEREST LINK

Fall Sports at Bedford Junior High School:

Cross Country (6th-8th Grades)
Football (7th And 8th Grades)
Volleyball (7th And 8th Grades)
Sideline Cheer (7th And 8th Grades)

INFINITE CAMPUS TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR GRADE ENTRY

The Infinite Campus Student and Parent Portals (for Grades only) are closed for entry of the final grades for the 2022-2023 School Year until June 14th. Schoology is not affected by the Infinite Campus portal temporary closure.

TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT UPDATES

Please see the latest Tech Department Newsletter with information for current 1st-11th grade families as we wrap up the 2022-23 school year and get ready for 2023-24!

It includes details on:

End of Year Chromebook & Charger Collection
2023-24 Chromebook Insurance for 2nd-12th Grade
Optional Protective Chromebook Messenger Bag Available
Chromebook Distribution for 2023-24
Google Drive & Gmail Summer Access for Students
Like the Bedford Ed Tech Facebook Page

Registration for the Fall 2023 Robotics Season is Now Open!

For kids in 6th—8th grade.
Students learn CAD, create 3D printed items, and design and build a robot (out of mostly metal parts) and program it to score as many points as possible in a 2 ½ minute competition.

Use this link to sign up!
http://www.bedfordexpress.org/pre-k-to-8th-grade/sign-up-page.html

Don’t delay in registering! Space is limited.
Early bird discounted cost is $55 per child by June 10.
Beginning June 11, cost increases to $75 per child.

BJHS Gallery Walk

Mrs. Slater did an excellent job as the hostess for this year's Art Show in the cafeteria at Bedford Junior High School! Nearly 500 pieces filled the cafeteria to greet guests once the doors opened at 5:00 pm.

BJHS wordle on cafe wall

CAFE GETS A MAKEOVER!

Over Spring Break, the cafeteria received a makeover with the school colors to show our Kicking Mule Pride! The theme spilled out into the hallway outside of the cafeteria and included a storefront look for the concession stand!

Wall of cafe

8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip

Tuesday, May 30th - Friday, June 2nd

7th GRADE CAPTURES QUIZ BOWL TROPHY

The 7th graders on Bedford Junior High School’s Quiz Bowl team wore shirts that said, “Buzz. Answer. Score. Conquer.” And that is exactly what they did! The undefeated team of Sydnee, Henry, Jack, Chase, Noelle and AJ, took home the Championship trophy and bragging rights for the year in the Monroe County ISD’s Quiz Bowl Tournament!

The 6th Grade (Mason, Noah, Joseph, Julia, Sydney and Audrey) and 8th grade (Brody, Riley, Jackson, Kaylee, Jacob and Dylan) BJHS teams finished as runner ups in their tournaments.

BJHS PTO School Store

Wednesdays
During Lunch/Homerooms
Across from the Cafeteria

Items range in price from 25 cents to $10.

REGIONAL MATHCOUNTS RESULTS!

The MathCounts team of Riley M., Sawyer P., Ellen M., and Emma P. competed at the Regional Chapter competition. The team did a great job! As individuals, Riley and Sawyer scored high with Sawyer qualifying for the state competition in March. Congratulations, team, on a great showing!!!

CHROME CREW

Thanks to the BJHS Chrome Crew for helping us building our tech knowledge and working through our tech challenges!

BJHS Students Chosen to Present at Student Technology Showcase at State Capitol

Three students from Bedford Junior High School were chosen to participate in the 21st annual AT&T/MACUL Student Technology Showcase and to highlight the work they are doing with technology in their classroom: Owen S., Sophya C. and Ryan S.

Presented by the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL), and underwritten by AT&T, the 2022 Student Technology Showcase featured demonstrations from students representing nearly 25 schools across Michigan. The Lansing showcase was held in the state Capitol’s new Heritage Hall on Wednesday, Dec. 7, giving students opportunities to demonstrate and display technology projects they have created for state lawmakers, elected officials, and other visitors.

All 7th-grade students at Bedford Junior High School take a 9-week course in Computer Science where they learn the problem-solving process, code a website using HTML and CSS, and create an idea for an app to solve a real-world problem. All 8th-grade students at Bedford Junior High School take a 9-week course in Computer Science where they learn JavaScript to program interactive animations and video games. Students also have the option to take an all-year Computer Science elective where they learn about jobs in Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Web Design, Data and Society, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Physical Computing with the Adafruit Circuit Board.

Jennifer Hemry, a 7th and 8th-grade Computer Science teacher at BJHS, trained during the summer for the past few years through Code.org, Cyber.org, and GenCyber to teach the curriculum. “Our students were excited to demonstrate their hands-on technology-based learning at the Student Technology Showcase,” said Mrs. Hemry. “Incorporating technology into how our students learn has been a game-changer that has opened up their minds to new opportunities as they learn.”

Said David Lewis, president of AT&T Michigan: “Michigan youth are the leaders of tomorrow and watching them use technology to expand their learning continues to amaze us every year. AT&T is proud to continue sponsoring this event and teaching us about the amazing things technology is helping them learn at school.”

“Every year, the projects students bring to the Capitol for the Student Technology Showcase exceed our expectations,” said Mark Smith, MACUL executive director.

AWARDS & TRIP TO STATE TOURNAMENT FOR BJHS ROBOTICS TEAMS!

The FIRST FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) PowerPlay Robotics Season was an amazing one for the 5 teams at BJHS! Bedford hosted a tournament in November and two teams, the Turning Gears and the Bionic Broncos, qualified for Michigan State FTC Tournament (SE). They were joined by the Classical Engineers who qualified at the Troy tournament as part of the winning alliance. In addition to their prowess on the competition field, the teams also caught the eye of the judges and were included in deliberation discussions for various awards! We are so proud of all the efforts all of our Robotics students put into this season!

Turning Gears #7215
Bedford Qualifier:
Design Award Winner
Think Award Finalist
  Inspire Award: 2nd Place
Troy Qualifier:
  Semifinalist Alliance Captain
  Collins Aerospace Innovate Award Finalist
State Tournament (SE):
Design Award: 2nd Place

Bionic Broncos #6079
Bedford Qualifier:
  Winning Alliance (2nd Pick)

Classical Engineers # 8579
Bedford Qualifier:
  Collins Aerospace Innovate Award Finalist
Troy Qualifier:
  Winning Alliance (1st Pick)
  Inspire Award Winner
State Tournament (SE):
Promote Award Winner
Motivate Award: 3rd Place

Loose Screws #5237
Bedford Qualifier:
  Design Award Finalist

F.L.A.G. (Fight Like a Girl) #7085
Kettering Qualifier:
Motivate Award: 3rd Place

CLUBS AT BJHS

We encourage students to get involved in extracurricular activities available at the junior high. Please make arrangements for a ride home for any after school activities.

NEW! GERMAN CLUB
German Club is an exciting opportunity to learn about the German language, history, culture, as well as other activities like games, music, and traditional German food and snacks. No prior German experience needed! Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 pm in Room 217.

HOT PEPPER CLUB
Hot Pepper Club meets on Wednesdays in Room 30.

COMMON INTEREST CLUB
C.I.C. is for anyone interested in making new friends based on common interests. Come hangout & talk with friends. Tuesdays from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM in room #134.

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS CLUB
Consider joining us if you have some creative and fun ideas on how to spread some kindness around our school and community! "RAK" Club will meet every other week from 2:30-3:30 PM in Room 25 on the following Wednesdays:
May 31
See Ms. O'Neill in the counseling office if you have any questions.

MAKERSPACE CLUB
Every Tuesday and Thursday during homerooms in the Media Center. Join the JHS Schoology Library Group for more info.

BOOK CLUB
Every Wednesday during homerooms in the Media Center. Join the JHS Schoology Library Group for more info.

COMMUNTY EDUCATION NEWS

You can see our full list of Community Education programs and register online at HTTPS://BEDFORD.CE.ELEYO.COM/

2023 SPRING BROCHURE IS NOW OUT!

It lists a lot of fun new programs such as kayaking, sailing for adults, art classes and more!

Registration for cross country and soccer is open. Deadline for registration is April 7 for Soccer.
Online registration at bedford.ce.eleyo.com

SEARCH PROGRAMS & REGISTER ONLINE AT:
HTTPS://BEDFORD.CE.ELEYO.COM.

Ed2Go offers a full array of online Career Training programs in multiple fields. Go to www.ed2go.com/bedfordae for a complete list

Adult enrichment classes are also offered. Check out the adult fitness classes: cardio & tone, karate, line dancing, and yoga as well as art classes and more.

Don't see a class that you would be interested in? Email us your interests - [email protected] or call our office 734-850-6036.

Follow Community Ed on Facebook for updates on their new programs and activities: facebook.com/bedfordcommunityeducation

BJHS SPORTS NEWS

GIRLS TRACK
The girls track team ended a successful season last night at the SEC championship. The girls had many amazing performances to cap off the season. Hayden F. & Miranda F. placed 5th & 7th place in the high jump. Kennedy V., Mady W. and Tara T. leaped to 3rd, 4th & 7th place in the long jump. The 4x800 relay team of Iva R., Miranda F., Kaylee S. & Sophia J. earned 5th place. Kennedy V. & Rachel B. placed 6th & 7th in the 100 meter dash. The 4x200 relay team of Danielle W., Rachel B., Mady W. & Blair R. placed 4th. Iva R. raced to a 5th place finish in the 1600 meter run. Tayah C., Kennedy V., Olivia E.& Tara T. had a season best performance in the 4x100 relay and placed 2nd. Kaylee S. placed 8th in the 400 meter run, while Olivia E. raced to a 6th place finish in the 70 meter dash. The team wrapped up the meet with a 4th place finish in the 4x400 relay, which consisted of Kaylee S., Sophia J., Sabrine M. & Iva R. Congratulations on an amazing season, girls!!

BOYS TRACK
We are so proud of our Boys Track team! We came in second to a very strong Jackson team by just 6 points...but the best news...we beat Saline!

Big Congratulations to Maddi D. as the SEC winner in the 800 and for crushing a 25 year old School Record by 2 seconds.

Alex M. is also an SEC champ in the 55 Hurdles and runner up in the 200 M hurdles by just a couple hundredths of a second.

Damion H.: 2nd in the 100 and 6th in the Long Jump
AJ V.: SEC runner up in the 55 Hurdles
Breckon H.: 2nd in the Long Jump
Cam V.: 3rd in the Mile in under 5 minutes
Logan T.: 3rd in the High Jump
Owen S.: 6th and 7th in the Hurdle events.
Sawyer P.: 6th in the 200 Hurdles.
Masyn M.: 6th in shot put.
Matthew R.: 3rd in Pole Vault with a season best of 8 ft.
Landon S.: 7th in Pole Vault.
Our 4 x 800 Relay finished 2nd and our 4 x 400 Relay finished 3rd!

We had a tremendous season!

GIRLS' SOFTBALL
The Lady Mules 7th grade softball team went 2-0 against Erie Mason. Mackenzie K. took the mound in the 1st game, pitching a complete game and allowing only 1 run to score. Lillian L. turned the first double play for the Lady Mules, sealing a 3-1 win.

Kinzi B. took the mound for the seond game and pitched a 1-hit shutout and had 3 strikeouts. Sophia S. came in to closeout the game also with 3 strikeouts. Maddy K. had 4 RBIs in 2 games and turned the second double play of the day leading to a 12-0 win.

FALL 2023 SPORTS

FALL CROSS COUNTRY
Please use this link to sign up for Junior High School Cross Country in the fall.

FOOTBALL
Registration for the 2023 Football Season is here! Please use this link to register for the upcoming football season by May 28, 2023. This is for any athlete that is considering playing football for Bedford this fall.

A mandatory football meeting will also be held to provide summer information. Details to be provided after May 27th.

Any questions about playing football or being a team manager can be emailed to Coach Phillips.

FRESHMAN GIRLS GOLF AT BHS
Any 8th grade girls interested in playing golf for the high school next year, there will be an informational meeting, June 5th in the high school cafeteria at 5pm. If you cannot attend, but are interested in playing contact Coach Reed or Coach Bowyer.

GOFAN TICKET PURCHASES

Some sporting event tickets can be purchased ahead of time online on GoFan.

GENERAL SPORTS INFORMATION

SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
Remember sports physicals must be dated April 15, 2022 or after this date to be in compliance for the next school year! Anything dated before the April 15, 2022 date will no longer be valid once the school year ends. A current physical is also required to participate in summer conditionings.

Link to MHSAA Physical Form

BJHS UNDEFEATED ATHLETIC TEAMS

MORE ATHLETIC NEWS ON BEDFORDSPORTS.COM

SCHOOL PICTURES

To order school pictures online, please go to lifetouch.com

Use Fall Picture Day ID: EVTB4WW84
Use Spring Picture ID: EVTNC2CKS

ONLINE BJHS SPIRIT SHOP

The BJHS Spirit Shop closed on September 18th. Please allow 3 weeks after the shop closes for orders to be delivery to the school.

Now hiring, jobs at BPS, see website for details

BPS IS HIRING!

Among the available openings are several Parapro positions. These are great for people looking for part time work that fits within the same times as their child’s school days!

Use the “Jobs at BPS” link to see what is available and for details on applying.

A variety of substitute positions are also available. Substitute bus drivers are in demand. (If you are interested in being a bus driver, please call Transportation Director, Cari Dupree, at 734-850-6071 to ask about paid training if needed.)

Letter from the Superintendent

Dr. Shultz and the Monroe County Prosecutor have released letters about the seriousness of the consequences for making threats. Families have been emailed the letters and they will be shared with BPS students at the secondary level on Monday, November 21st.

Read the Superintendent and Prosecutor Letters Here

UPDATES FROM DR. SHULTZ

MSU TRAGEDY

Dr. Shultz has emailed families a letter regarding the MSU tragedy, BPS safety protocols and how to seek support in our schools if needed. Please see your email dated February 14th or read the letter in its entirety here.

SWATTING INCIDENTS REPORTED AT OTHER SCHOOLS

Dr. Shultz addresses the issue of “swatting” incidents targeting other schools across the country with false reports of active shooters. Please see your email dated February 7th or read the letter in its entirety here.

BUS ROUTES

Find the stop nearest to your house

You can check for delays affecting your route using our "Where's the Bus? link. Please note the link has changed. If you have it bookmarked, it will take you to something that we are no longer connected to.

Times will fluctuate at the start of a new school year until everyone settles down into a routine.

ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL TRAFFIC FLOW

Mega-Loop Map

You will enter the north drive on the side of the junior high closest to the Bedford Public Library. You will travel behind the junior high and then continue towards the stadium, you will follow the new drive that circles around the north side of the high school building, runs parallel with the bus depot parking lot, turns to run along the south side of the junior high before passing behind the junior high and finally exiting out onto Jackman Road on the same drive that you entered on. You can drop off students at both the high school and the junior high using the Mega-Loop. A gate located in front of the stadium will be closed during the arrival and dismissal times that will prevent thru traffic from the junior high and high school. Please follow the direction of school personnel.

How to Request Text Message Alerts and Manage Your Contact Preferences in Infinite Campus

Bedford Public Schools uses Infinite Campus' ability to send out Emergency Notifications. You can manage your contact preferences within your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. (If you have not set up your Parent Portal Account yet, please check you email for an activation key code.)

You can choose how you want to receive our messages: email, phone calls, and now text messages. The default setting is email and phone options. If you wish to add text messages, you will have to add that as an option in your Parent Portal Settings. Please use this link for Instructions on How to Set Your Contact Preferences and to Receive Text Message Alerts.

You can edit your phone numbers within the portal, but if you need to change your email, you will need to contact the school office.

DISTRICT 2022-2023 YEAR-AT-A-GLANCE CALENDAR

NEW MOBILE APP AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES

“Where’s My Bus?” is now a separate mobile app you will need to download to follow route status for your students in real time.

The Traversa Ride 360 app is now active for families for bus route information and bus locations.

There are a few key features that are different from our previous provider.

INCREASED SECURITY & PRIVACY PROTECTION
Traversa Ride 360 is customized specifically for your student(s). To get started you will need the Student ID number.
(If you do not know your student’s ID number, and cannot find it in Infinite Campus, please call the school office during school hours.)

With Traversa Ride 360, your student’s information will only be visible to you and those you choose to share access with. You have the ability to share or remove access with anyone at any time within the app.

PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Ride 360 can send messages directly to your mobile device to proactively communicate with you—whether it is a 2 hour delay impacting the entire district or something affecting just your student’s specific bus route.

Detailed instructions on how to access and use the Traversa Ride 360 app
You can also use the “Where’s the Bus?” link from our website to access the instructions.

Questions about the app? Please call the Transportation Department at 734-850-6070.

BPS MOBILE APP AVAILABLE

APP STORE LINK
GOOGLE PLAY STORE LINK

2022 NEWS & VIEWS NEWSLETTER

Our District Back-to-School Newsletter is a great resource to use year round!

HOW YOUR PURCHASES CAN HELP FUND BJHS ACTIVITIES

BJHS COLLECTING BOX TOPS VIRTUALLY!
Redeeming Box Tops is now available using a free app that scans your receipt (within 14 days of purchase) and automatically applies the 10 cents per participating item to the school you choose. Look for the new Box Tops scan logo on the package. More information on this new app for box tops can be found at btfe.com.

See https://www.boxtops4education.com/ for more details on how to scan your receipts.

KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS
Enroll in Kroger Community Reward Program to help benefit BJHS students every time you shop! Select the Bedford Junior High School PTO # 81894 when you sign up. Your enrollment needs to be renewed annually after April 30th.

COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR BEDFORD FAMILIES

Find details with this Community Assistance Opportunities for Bedford Families Link including information about food assistance programs, Eye Exams/Glasses, Parent Support Group and more. New information will be added to that document as it comes in. Some programs are seasonal but past details are included for future reference.

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY

Link to Mobile Food Pantry dates/locations in Monroe County

NOW HIRING SUB BUS DRIVERS

BPS Transportation Department is hiring new substitute bus drivers! Paid training is available if needed and conducted onsite here in Bedford. Flexible schedules are available.

For more information, please contact the Transportation Director, Cari Dupree, at 734-850-6071.

BPS COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID Screening Tool for Bedford families.

Bedford Junior High School Mission Statement

OUR MISSION IS TO ENABLE STUDENTS TO LEARN:
Bedford Junior High School prepares our students of today for the world of tomorrow. Our school community provides an environment in which all students are able to learn to their full potential intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and for life-long learning.

OUR VISION:
BJHS Students...
Organized...
Responsible...
Respectful...
Proficient.

THE BEDFORD JUNIOR HIGH FACULTY AND STAFF BELIEVE:

All students will learn.
Success breeds success.
Learning is a life-long process.
We as a school community control the educational environment and the conditions for each student to be successful while in our care.
Education is the shared responsibility of our school, students, families and community.

Bedford Junior High School
8405 Jackman Road, Temperance, MI 48182
Phone: 734-850-6200, Attendance: 734-850-6210, Fax: 734-850-6299

Bedford Public Schools