Please join us for this two-day event, Friday, March 29 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, and Saturday, March 30, from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm. Both days will include a meal, a keynote speaker, and various workshops and seminars, led by national, state and local experts in the areas of youth mental health.

Congratulations to Senior Greg McMillan on being named a National Merit Finalist.

Congratulations to Sam Fulkerson, Kara Strong, & Skylar Brinkley for being chosen as Boone County High School’s “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate them! Listed below are notable accomplishments:  

 Freshman Sam Fulkerson has led the boys team in scoring this year with more than 40 points. He has racked up most of those points in one of the sports hardest events: the 100 Butterfly. He took 5th in the race at the Gold Medal Meet. He also scored in the 100 Fly at the conference championship, making him the only Rebel to score in an individual event.

 Girls Bowling- Kara Strong finished 2^nd and Skylar Brinkley finished 4^th at the Region 6 Singles Tournament…..both qualify for the State Tournament on February 7^th in Louisville.

Congratulations to the Small Varsity DI National Champions Boone High School!#UCAnationals

BCHS cheerleaders competed at the UCA National Cheerleading Competition in Orlando, FL and have been named NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! in the Small Varsity DI Division!!!!!  A huge Rebel congratulations to all the cheerleaders and sponsor Michelle Schuster and the parents and all others involved in this NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP!  Great job ladies!!

Congratulations to Calie Meggitt.  Her rain barrel design is one of 40 that have been selected for display beginning in April at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botancial Gardens.  Click for example.

Please join the BCHS PTSA for our first fundraiser at Rapid Fire Pizza on Mall Road in Florence, Kentucky.  Just present the flyer on paper or on your smartphone so that we earn 25% of your purchases.  Funds raised will be used to fund activities for our students and families.

Stop in for lunch and or dinner, it runs all day from 10:30 am – 10:00 pm.  If you work in an office, please consider coordinating a lunch for your office so that we can earn even more money!

Digital version of the flyer:  https://rapidfiredpizza.com/fundraiser-flyer?655

#BCHSPTSA #RebelPride #FreeMoney #EatPizza #RapidFirePizza

The BCHS girls’ soccer team is beginning their annual MULCH sale.  Our team is working to raise funds to attend a team summer camp at Centre College.    Please click the standard mulch order form (bags).  Descriptions of mulch types are included on the order form (page 2).   Anyone interested in purchasing mulch can email Coach Hughes or print an order form to mail into school….due by March 13th, 2019 with payment. 

We are planning PICKUP ON March 29th @ BCHS in the evening.  Anyone ordering 5+bags and within local travel can get free delivery to their home on March 30th.   Thanks for the continued support and let me know if you have any questions.

Boone County Schools have a great team working tirelessly to make decisions on closing or delaying school, always keeping the safety of our students as the top priority.  As early as 3:00 a.m., if snow, freezing rain, sleet or other dangerous precipitation presents our Assistant Superintendent for Operations set out to inspect the road conditions. They drive designated routes, checking the roadways that are typically the most dangerous when snow covered.  The team considers safe travel not only on streets but sidewalks, parking lots, and  driveways.  Other conditions to consider include the outside temperature, wind chill factor and the amount of precipitation fallen or falling. The Assistant Superintendent for Operations contacts the county public works department to check on road clearing progress.  Once enough information is gathered and shared with the Superintendent the team focuses on one question:  Would you feel safe transporting students in a school bus in the current or predicted conditions?

Click the following link for information regarding our BCHS showcase event.  Join us on Wednesday, February 13 at 6 p.m. to see WHY BOONE is tradition meets innovation in Boone County.

Congratulations to Alissa Avilla for being chosen as Boone County High School’s “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate her! Listed below are notable accomplishments:  

Alissa Avila

An outstanding performance against district opponent Cooper!

17pts, 4 steals, 1 Assist

Congratulations to Skylar Holder & Parker Kyle for being chosen as Boone County High School’s “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate them! Listed below are notable accomplishments:  

Skyler Holder

7.4 per game

4.5 Rebounds per game

4.3 Steals per game

Parker Kyle

Parker scored a career high 40 points in a 73 -62 win over Iroquois in the DSL Classic on Saturday. Parker made 18-19 Free throws in addition to his 10 made field goals. Parker scored 31 pts the day before against Cooper with 6 made 3 pt field goals.

There will be an informational session in the library at BCHS on Thursday, January 17^th beginning at 6:30 p.m.  We will discuss all of the requirements to enroll in our early college program as a Junior, as well as requirements to take dual enrollment courses next year. 

We will also be discussing some of the special programs that we offer at BCHS.  Both parents and students are encouraged to attend this informational session.  Please contact Pam Hirn with any questions at the following email address:  pam.hirn@boone.kyschools.us.  

Congratulations to  the following students who have named “Jimmy John’s Student of the Month” for the month of January.   

9^th Grade

Samuel Colmar

Nylla Davis

10^th Grade

Michaella Cline

Niah Drayton

Congratulations to Sydney Whitford & Hunter Gros for being chosen as Boone County High School’s “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate them! Listed below are notable accomplishments:  

Sydney Whitford led the Rebel swim team with 2nd place finishes in the 100 Backstroke and 100 Individual Medley at the SK Sprint Meet on Dec. 1.  She scored 35 points in the meet, giving her over 340 for her career and moving her into the top 10 girls in school history.

Hunter Gross scored 15 points off the bench and had two steals to spark a win over Williamstown this week. He also had 15 points on 5 3s against Indian Hill.

Congratulations to  the following students who have named “Jimmy John’s Student of the Month” for December.   

9^th Grade

Tyler Krohman

Jaice Wallace-Hickerson

10^th Grade

Abdallahi Hamdy

Rebecca Bowman

Austin Duncan

11^th Grade

Sydney Engel

Star Smith

12^th Grade

Chandler Stegman

Emma McGee

Girls Soccer player Senior Rielyn Hamilton just received her United Soccer Coaches Association All-South award.  This is a great honor and is a recognition beyond the state level for her 2nd year in a row.  In addition, Rielyn finished runner up for the MIss Ky Soccer Award for the states top senior.  We are proud.  GO REBELS!

Congratulations to Ethan Huffman for being chosen as Boone County High School’s “Jimmy John’s Athlete of the Week”. Ethan was Tournament runner-up in the 152 weight class  at the Derby City Classic hosted by Central HS.  Please congratulate him!

BCHS now has a fan website on the internet!  In conjunction with BSNsports, the BCHS community can now order Boone spirit wear directly from this site, pay by credit and the items will be shipped directly to your home. BSNsports manages the site. Men's, women's and kid's items are available as well as other accessories.   A link to the site is included in this email and there will be an informational flyer and access available on the school website by the end of the school day tomorrow.  Do some holiday shopping! 

It's a great day to be a Rebel!

On Thursday December 13th, the KHSAA will be hosting a public comment session on Title IX in the library at 3:00 P.M.   All are invited to attend

With the election last evening coming to a close it is time to announce the selected candidate.   The SBDM Minority Election results are listed below with the votes in final order:

1. Jorge Gutierrez Sr.  (2 votes)
2. Philip Naegele    (1 Vote)
3. La Saundra Pendleton   (0 Votes)

Congratulations to Kayla Anderson, Kelsie Anderson, & Kara Strong for being chosen as Boone County High School “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate them! Listed below are notable accomplishments:  

Kayla Anderson

6pts per game, 8 rebounds per game, 6 steals per game

Kelsie Anderson

20pts per game, shooting 60%FG, 42.9% from 3 and 6 rebounds per game

Kara Strong

Kara led the girls bowling team to an 11-3 victory with wins over St. Henry and Notre Dame. She bowled a 190, 194, 210,  and 212. She placed 2nd in our district in high series.

SBDM Minority elections will be held Wednesday December 5th from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM in the main lobby of the school.  Here are the bios of the candidates.  Please click on each one.  

• Philip Naegele   
• La Saundra Pendleton   
• Jorge Gutierrez Sr. 

The SBDM council is the governing body for the school. Each year Boone County High School will sit down to look over its school budget, curriculum, extra- curricular programs, school improvement plans, instructional practices and other matters pertinent of the school.  Newly elected council members will receive 6 hours of training.  The council meets once a month at the school (Meeting time and day will be confirmed with the new council).  Click here for additional information and nomination forms. 

Unpredictable winter weather may necessitate Boone County Schools to alter daily schedules or routines within the district. To be prepared please make sure your child’s school has up-to-date phone numbers and emergency contacts for your family. Also, have child-care arrangements already in place should the need arise to close school early, delay or cancel school.

Stay up to date with all weather related delays and closings by following @BCSWx on Twitter. 

Boone County Schools Inclement Weather Information

Congratulations to  the following students who have been named “Jimmy John’s Student of the Month” for November

9^th Grade

Parker Wehrman

Evan McQueary

Sophomores and Seniors will be participating in the Kentucky Incentives for Prevention (KIP) Survey on Friday, November 9^th during homeroom. 

Please click on the following link to access the principal’s letter, fact sheet, and non-consent form (must be turned in by 11/8/18) if you decide you do not want your student to participate.  Please contact your child’s school coordinator, Kathleen Richie at kathleen.richie@boone.kyschools.us or by calling (859) 282-5655 ext. 30557, with any questions. 

Congratulations to girls’ soccer player Rielyn Hamilton who received 1st place East All-State this weekend at the state coaches association meeting.  Rielyn was also voted as the #1 player for the EAST…which covers entire east side of state.  Her recognition will take place at the all-state game November 10^th @ 3:00 @ Elizabethtown High School.

She is also a FINALIST for KY state soccer player of the year, Miss Kentucky Soccer, and All-American honors!

Rielyn received an additional award this week as Larosas High School MVP of The Week!  Click to view profile.  This can also be found at http://www.larosasmvp.com/index.htm 

Congratulations to Tyler Disken and Raygen Black for being chosen as Boone County High School “Jimmy John’s Athletes of the Week”. Please congratulate these students! Listed below are notable accomplishments!  

Tyler Disken

Tyler led the team in tackles with 8 and controlled the line of scrimmage for 4 quarters from his position at Nose against district rival Cooper. He forced the opposing team to double team him the entire game. 

Raygen Black

Raygen Black is an outstanding sophomore for the lady rebels.  She had 20 goals and 16 assists.  This puts her in the “top 5 scorer” in NKY.  Her ability to distribute the ball and maintain possession were instrumental in our team advancing to the regional tournament.  She is a hard worker, committed, and field general on the team. 

BCHS SBDM is seeking two parent representatives for SBDM.  Currently there are two positions open, one for a parent rep and one for a minority parent rep. 

Nominations are due to Julie Pile, President of the BCHS PTSA at julie@parentcamp.org by Friday October 26^th.    

The election will be held on Tuesday, October 30^th in the front lobby of BCHS. Election times on Tuesday the 30^th will be 5 – 7 .

Click here for SBDM NOMINATION INFORMATION

Congratulations to the following girls soccer players who received recognition at the 9th region voting.

1. Senior Rielyn Hamilton top vote recipient 1st team and Offensive Player of Year for the 9th region (2nd year in a row). Lead the area with 37 goals, 9 assists. 
2. Sophomore Raygen Black top vote recipient 2nd team and voted 12th best player in area.  Ended season with 20 goals.
3. Senior Morgan Black 3rd team recipient and tied school record with 22 assist on season to lead region 9.
4. Sophomore Savannah Briedis recieved honorable mention as a player to watch for next season.  

Great job ladies.  

Congratulations to  the following students who have named “Jimmy John’s Student of the Month” for the months of September and October. 

• Evelyn Aragon (sept)
• Luyiza Kamelchuk (sept)
• Brayden Schwegmann (sept)
• Daniele Funke (sept)
• Taylor Blau (sept)
• Katie Gartner (oct)
• Sofia Thomas (oct)
• Jesse East (oct)

The Boone County Education Foundation is sponsoring this 5K event to support the Boone County Schools' social and emotional learning efforts, ensuring hope and well-being for all 21,000 students in the district. Funds are being raised to support programming and instruction that build grit, perseverance, resilience, mental wellness, and leadership in all students, as well as promote healthy life choices.

Are you interested in signing up for Dual Enrollment or Early College classes within the next two years? If so, come join us for an informational session on how to make it happen!

Topics such as entrance requirements, transportation, costs associated with the programs, benefits of earning college credit while in high school, and the difference between early college and dual enrollment will all be discussed. 

This informational session will take place on Thursday, October 11^th at 6:30 PM in the BCHS library. 

Congratulations to John Shutt and Rielyn Hamilton who have been named Jimmy John's Player of The Week at BCHS.  Click for honored profiles (John and Rielyn)

The Boone County Schools, in partnership with Terrace Metrics, is proud to provide an innovative service to students and families through a project called “The Resiliency/Risk Survey”.  This survey is designed to assess the social/emotional strengths and needs of participating students in grades 3-12.  The survey has been administered to over 30,000 students across multiple school districts.  

Click here for parent letter.

Watch girls soccer player senior Rielyn Hamilton score her 109th career goal with 6 minutes left in the 1st half vs Holy Cross to become the All-Time NKY girls high school soccer leader scorer.  She currently stands at 112 and counting.  

Check out a great article on Rielyn Hamilton (girls soccer).

Click here to get information on our swim/dive registration packet.  

Congratulations to the following BCHS students for being selected to the Northern Kentucky Navigo Scholars Program:

Zane Schneider and Jennifer Schalk in the area of Law.

Dwight Griffith and Kevin Le for Duke Energy

Chandler Stegman for Pomeroy

Kailey Cullum, Noor Dahleh, and Laurie Walker for St. Elizabeth Hospital

David Horton and John Limonteco-Garcia for Georgetown Toyota

Wednesday is our first semester Open House (6:30 PM- 8:00 PM)

6:30 PM – Parent Welcome in the Commons

6:55- 7:05 – 1^st block

7:05-7:10 – passing time

7:10-7:20 – 2^nd block

7:20-7:25 – passing time

7:25 – 7:35 – 3^rd block

7:35-7:40 – passing time

7:40 – 7:50 – 4^th block

There will also be, for parents, a College and Beyond presentation from 5:30 – 6:30 PM in the library.  

Boone County High School hosts 2nd annual suicide prevention panel on October 18th, 2018 @ 6:30 PM in the commons.  The panel of experts will be able to answer your questions and discuss signs/tendencies to look for in teens.  in addition to other valuable information.  

Here is a video (12 seconds) of girls soccer Senior Rielyn Hamilton breaking the career goal record on Saturday September 14^th vs Richmond Model 2 minutes 17 seconds into the match.  She is now the sole leader for career goals at BCHS with 104 goals and counting.

Congratulations to BCHS senior Greg McMillian on being selected as a National Merit semi-finalist! 16,000 semifinalists are selected out of 1.6 million students. To qualify for this prestigious program, students need to take the PSAT. We encourage 9th and 10th graders to take the PSAT as practice for when it really counts as 11th graders. 

The Northern Kentucky Teen Court will be back in session on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. and is looking for local high school students to participate in this exciting program.

Sessions are held each Tuesday during the training phase, September 11 – October 23, 2018, and twice per month during the trial phase, November 2018 – April 2019. All sessions are held at the Campbell County Courthouse; 330 York Street; Newport, KY.  All relevant files are attached below.

Program Information

Student Permission Slip

Student Participant Calendar

Student Participant Log

Student Sign Up Sheet

The PSAT will be given at Boone County High School on Wednesday morning, October 10th, 2018. The cost is $20.00 and checks should be made out to BOONE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL. 

This test is intended for high school juniors; however, sophomores and freshman are also encouraged to take the test to get practice for their 11^th grade year which is when they can qualify for National Merit Semi-finalists.  The testing session will last about three hours.  Click here for registration form.  

Come out to Raising Canes September 12th, 2018 between 10:30 AM and 11:00 PM to support Boone County High School Athletics.  Print the attached flyer at Raising CAnes in Florence and BCHS Athletics will get 15% of the sale.  

U. S. Senator Rand is hosting a Service Academy Information Fair on September 20 at the Knicely Conference Center on Western Kentucky University’s campus.  See link for details. https://www.smore.com/fzxwm  Application deadline is November 15, 2018.

Highlands HS is hosting a panel discussion and a series of four workshops that will focus on the following topics:  how to begin the search and select programs and colleges, helping students choose appropriate portfolio items, polish selections and interviews and hosting a mock college audition day.  Please see the link for additional information and registration information:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/192eORN7TdSP2JO4gYQSHWs4oVl9Krkx4/view?usp=sharing

The Area Technology Center is hosting an Open House on August 30 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.  The ATC offers a wide variety of programs often leading directly to a full time job after high school.  Please come visit the staff and faculty, take a tour of the facility and see what makes the Boone County Area Technology Center a great place to learn!!

The lady rebel’s soccer team (now 4-1-1) traveled to the Smoky Mountain Adidas tournament in Gatlinburg this weekend.

The team defeated Rhea Hs 9-0 and Sullivan HS 6-0.  Third and final match vs Knox County  was a 2-1 victory with a goal 90 seconds left in the match to claim the division championship after trailing 0-1 early.  It was a great experience as a team and enjoyed taking the trails in the mountains.  Great day to be a Rebel!    

Attention Parents & Students – these power points were reviewed with classes during homeroom on Friday August 24.  These power points contain information regarding classroom expectations, Remind information, how to order a transcript and questions to ask at the upcoming National College Fair.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZElf4FMATHDQCwo0rWbzfzDLOPvGmCDX/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pxlgJEMOBSC75s0rbBfAbOT7Y4gqL80l/view?usp=sharing

The National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC) is pleased to announce its Louisville National College Fair on Saturday, September 8, 2018 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Bellarmine University – SuRF Center in Louisville, KY.   The event, sponsored by NACAC and hosted by the Kentucky Association for College Admission Counseling (KYACAC), is free and open to the public.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with admission representatives from public and private colleges and universities, including some international institutions. Both two- and four-year schools will be featured.

Attendees will receive tips on how to navigate the college selection process, and learn more about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings, and campus life. Students and parents can discuss individual needs with college experts at the fair’s college advising center.

All participants are encouraged to register prior to attending this event.  This will make navigating the fair and collecting information from multiple colleges and universities easier.  By registering, students can print a bar coded confirmation to be used on-site at the fair as an electronic ID.  To register prior to attending the fair go to www.gotomyncf.com.  

For more information, please visit the Louisville National College Fair website, or you may contact Belinda Levert via email at blevert@nacacnet.org or via telephone at (702)327-3246.

Please visit our athletic page for current individual team fall season schedules.  Click here for a packet that will include available schedules.  

NaviGo is now accepting applications for their NaviGo Scholars program for the current school year.  This program provides students with hands-on learning opportunities from career professionals, allows them to gain experience at networking, and learn about careers within the company and/or industry.   

Please see Ms. Hirn (College and Careers Coach) for a handout on how to apply or ask questions.  The following programs will be available to BCHS students this year:  NKY Attorneys (11^th graders), Duke Energy (11^th and 12^th graders), L’Oreal (12^th graders), Pomeroy (11^th graders), St. Elizabeth Hospital (12^th graders), St. Elizabeth Physicians (11^th and 12^th graders), and Toyota (11^th and 12^th graders). 

This program is all about career exploration and connections, as well as helping students find out what they do (or do not) want to pursue in these areas.  The groups meet two times per month. One meeting will be with the company and one will be with a NaviGo Coach.   The deadline to apply is September 5^th. 

NaviGo Scholars works to connect local business sponsors with high school students, providing experiential learning opportunities within various career industries to guide and coach students preparing for college and careers. This a fantastic opportunity for high school students in Boone County! There are opportunities with the following companies:

Children, Inc. - students interested in early childhood education

Duke Energy - students interested in line crew, computer aided drafting, and engineering (electrical, chemical, civil, mechanical)

Boone County Schools is helping to prepare parents, students, and the community-at-large with a dry run of the BC school bus routes! The "rehearsal" or mock run will happen on Monday, August 13. All buses will be driving the exact routes. This will give our transportation department an opportunity to correct/tweak things prior to the first day of school on Wednesday, August 15.

How to make an online payment via Infinite Campus Parent Portal....Click here for instructions.  

It's time to Stuff the Bus!!! Bring three or more items to any Northern Kentucky Chick-fil-A on July 31st and receive a chicken free sandwich! Notebooks/Composition notebooks, kids socks, packs of pencils, packs of markers and glue sticks are needed most. Our primary collection spot will be the Chick-fil-A on Houston Road, but you can drop off supplies for Boone County Schools at any location. Just let them know when you drop off your items.

CLASS OF 1968 - 50 YEAR CLASS REUNION, AUGUST 17TH AND 18TH.  PLEASE CONTACT CHERYL BEACOM HAINES AT 859-384-6445 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Below are the dress code changes for the 2018-2019 school year.  We are asking parents help us in enforcing the dress code.

1.       Shorts are permitted but they must reach mid- thigh when standing up.

2.       Holes in jeans are acceptable but must be at the knees or below.   Duct tape over the holes is not acceptable.

3.       Shirts must have sleeves, no bare shoulders are permitted.

4.       Leggings are permitted, provided they are not see through on any portion of the legging.

5.       Jackets and coats are not permitted to be worn in the classroom, including letterman jackets.

Freshman Orientation for the class of 2022 will take place on Tuesday, August 7 from 6:30 to 8:00.

Freshman Orientation is an opportunity for all incoming freshmen, and their parents, to become familiar with the building, our processes, and and meet new friends.

Please register online at https://goo.gl/forms/COJgsvH04YQ1nXfp1

Questions, please contact Ken Woodeshick at ken.woodeshick@boone.kyschools.us.

Volleyball open gym July 10^th, 11^th, 12^th – 5- 6 PM

Volleyball tryouts – July 16^th and 17^th 5-7 PM

Volleyball Practice – Week of July 23^rd – 5-7 PM

Volleyball practice beginning week of July 30^th  5 – 6:30 PM

Here is the boys soccer summer schedule.  Click here for the calendar.  

The BCHS boys soccer team had a great experience at the FC CIncinnati game.  They were given an opportunity to participate in a halftime penalty kick shootout vs Beechwood High School. @ Nippert Stadium.  It was their first time in front of 22,000 fans cheering and a moment they will never forget.

Freshmen orientation will be Tuesday, August 7th from 6:30 pm until 8:00 pm.  This is for both parents and students.  

BOONE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

2018/2019 FEE PAY/ SCHEDULE

PICK UP TIMES:

August 8th, WEDNESDAY:

9th and 10^th grades     8:00 am – 12:30 pm

11^th and 12^th grades         2 pm – 6:30 pm

THIS IS THE ONLY TIME THAT SCHEDULES WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR EARLY PICK UP BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS!!!!

Boone County High School is now accepting parent nominations for SBDM now through Tuesday, June 12th, 2018.  Please send nominations to mjbmhughes@outlook.com.  Each nominee should include a short bio.

Elections will take place Thursday, June 14th, 2018 from 4:00-6:00 PM in the main lobby at BCHS.

John L. McIntosh, Ph.D.,Professor Emeritus of Psychology at Indiana University South Bend was the 2018 recipient of the Louis I. Dublin Award from the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) at its 51^stannual professional conference in Washington, DC on April 21.

The Dublin Award is a lifetime achievement award recognizing outstanding service and contributions to the field of suicide prevention as evidenced by leadership, devotion, and creativity.

Boone County High School Summer School Program will take place June 6th-June 29th, 2018.  Registration deadline is Wednesday, May 30th, 2018.  Click here for enrollment information.  

Boone County High School Spotlighters presents 9 to 5 this weekend @ BCHS.  Click here for the flyer.  

The last day of school for students is May 25th!

The Drug Free Clubs Of America hosted concerts for students at Cooper High School and Boone County High School. The Shane Runion Band performed at each school and Shane talked about his time as a teacher and why it's important for the student to choose to be drug free.

The World Maker & Inventor Expo is a celebration of making, inventing, problem solving and innovation with robotics, 3D printing, drones, aerospace, coding, micro-computing, CSI, Arduino, graphic design, engineering and much more. The family-friendly expo will feature projects and programs from over 100 schools, universities, companies, and organizations in the greater Cincinnati-northern Kentucky regions. Enjoy workshops and competitions, including drone relays, 3D design, outlaw derby races, as well as delicious pies, fries, kabobs, sandwiches, waffles and shaved ice from area food trucks!

Good Afternoon,

On Monday, April 30^th from 4-6 we will be hosting an information session on apprenticeship opportunities available for our high school students. Debbie Garey, CHS math teacher, has been in contact with the Kentucky Labor Cabinet to present information for two groups. One session for parents and students and the other for educators and administrators. We believe this could be a fantastic opportunity for our high school students and we hope you are able to attend and share with your school community. Below is a link to more information including registration.

https://www.smore.com/pkeyv-apprenticeship-opportunities

Click here for the Post-EMail Migration Checklist.  

Commencement Ceremony will take place Tuesday, May 29th @ 6:30 PM. Location is BB&T Arena on the campus of Northern Kentucky University.  

Food service is planning a special day on Thursday, April 5^th to have a smoothie bar available as a breakfast choice! There will be a few flavors to choose from along with the normal food offerings and it will be the same price as a regular meal.

Celebrate the Arts Night is April 5th from 6-7:30p.m.  It is an amazing night showcasing students art work and the following groups will be performing:

Jazz Band

French

Forensics

Choir 

Preview of the spring play

Want to get your Digital Literacy, PE and/or Health requirement out of the way so there is more room in your schedule for Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, Band/Choir, or Electives?  Click here for additional information. 

The Boone County Schools International Festival has been postponed and is now coming up on May 5th.  It is being held at Mann Elementary from 11:00am until 3:00pm.  Addmission is free and there will be plenty of activities for the entire family!

District Summer Credit Information 2018

District Summer Credit offerings are through a blended learning model of in-person and virtual curriculum offerings.

Your student’s home high school may also offer summer credit courses.  Those registrations are handled directly by the home high school, and not through this registration link.  The District Summer Credit Program is offered as an additional option for students and families.

All of the curriculum can be completed entirely through a virtual platform.  There will be no requirement for students to meet with their assigned teacher.  Teachers will have office hours and locations available for student assistance as needed.

District Summer Credit programs will be offered in one session:  June 11-July 6, 2018

Initial meeting date for the session will be May 30 at 6:00PM at Boone County HS

Boone County Schools now has its own app! Just search "Boone County Schools" in the App Store or the Google Play Store. After downloading, you can go into the user settings and customize which schools you wish to follow on the app.

Successful completion of the Senior Exit Project is required for ALL senior students. The interviews will be scheduled March 26 – April 6.

The following items must be completed and submitted by Friday, March 16.

• Reflective Essay
• Resume

Please submit 3 copies of your Essay and 3 copies of your Resume to your HOMEROOM teacher 

OR

Please email your essay and resume to maryjane.day@boone.kyschools.us with Senior Exit Project in the subject line.  

If you submit through email, please use the following naming conventions: 

Essay:  Last Name First Name Essay  i.e. Ayres Alissa Essay

Resume:  Last Name First Name Resume  i.e. Ayres Alissa Resume

If you have issues submitting, please contact Ms. Day or Ms. Ayres.

Click on links below for explanations:
Senior Exit project expectations
Senior Exit project panel expecations
Senior Reflective essay
Resume Sample
Senior Resume directions

In light of the Florida and Marshall County, Kentucky school tragedies, Superintendent Dr. Randy Poe working in collaboration with the Boone County Sheriff’s Department is adding additional School Resource Officers (SRO’s) to the district’s elementary schools. 

Boone County Schools is one of many school districts across the country that is being subjected to copy- cat threats of the school tragedy in Florida.  We are working with local authorities as they investigate a recent rash of rumors and threats on our campuses.  Student suspects in each of the cases were immediately identified and apprehended.  They were charged by local authorities and disciplined by their schools.   In each case a thorough investigation was conducted by the school district and authorities.  No student or staff member was ever in danger. Confidentiality laws prevent Boone County Schools from talking about the persons involved or the specifics of the incidents. Boone County Schools will continue to remain on alert, following our safety protocols and working with the Boone County Sheriff’s Department and Florence Police as future issues arise.

FRESHMAN SCIENCE PLACEMENT TEST

If you are interested in taking Integrated Science or Integrated Science honors at BCHS, you will need to take a placement test.

The test dates are as follows:

Friday, March 2, 2018  3:15 - 4:15 or 5:30 - 6:30

Saturday March 3, 2018  9:30 - 10:30

Tuesday March 6 2018 3:15 - 4:15

Please enter the building through the commons (Last door on the left as you face the building).

Please register using this form.  It is NOT necessary to pre-Register but it make things go faster if you do.

Baseball tryout information.  Click here for details.  

There is an information meeting in regards to early college/dual enrollment on February 12th @ 7:00 PM.  This is a repeat of the information session held in November.  Click here for the flyer.  

Art students from Boone County High School and Conner Senior High School are taking part in a service learning project to help provide hope to those in Marshall County, Kentucky after the tragic events at Marshall County High School. Stars of Hope is a program that is designed to help spread support to communities that have been impacted by tragedy. The students are painting stars with uplifting messages and art work that will be sent to Marshall County and put on display.

Great news! The Big Smiles dentist is coming to our school February 12th and 13th. It is a free dental service for students. Keep your child healthy. Sign up online NOW at https://tinyurl.com/y9bbwtj8

Congratulations to junior girls soccer player Rielyn Hamilton who has committed to the University of Akron to continue her soccer career.

Boone County High School hosted a Suicide Prevention Panel discussion. Local mental health groups participated in the discussion about the warning signs of suicidal behavior, risk factors and where to turn for help.The video from our annual suicide prevention has been uploaded.  Click here in case you were unable to attend.  

LEARN ABOUT SUPPLY CHAIN CAREER PATHWAYS

WHY? In the Tri-State during 2017/2018 approximately 12,000 jobs need to be filled in logistics.  Transportation, Distribution and Logistics is important not only for the Cincinnati tri-state area, but for the global economy.

Click here for flyer.

The national organization, ParentCamp (click for press release) is pleased to announce the return of ParentCamp to Northern Kentucky. The event will be help on Saturday, January 27th at Beechwood Independent Schools (50 Beechwood Road, Ft. Mitchell) from 9:00 to 11:30 am. Registration begins at 8:30 am.  The first ParentCampNKY was held in June of 2017 at Boone County High School and was so well received, the attendees requested the event return to Northern Kentucky.

BCHS is #7 in the state as top certifying MOS sites (click here for list).  The MOS course is offered at BCHS for students in grades 10-12 after successful completion of our Digital Literacy course. 

MOS is the leading IT certification in the world.  This certification will help students to differentiate themselves in today’s competitive job market by displaying their advanced skills in Microsoft.  Therefore, most of the companies value Microsoft certification and considers certified professionals over the non-credential peers.

Basketball Homecoming dance will take place January 13th, 2018 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM.  

Tickets are 1/$15.00 or 2/$25.00 pre sale.  The tickets will be $20.00/person at the door.   This will be semi-formal.  Click here for flyer.   

Students at Boone County High School should click the following link to take the activities survey.  Be sure to include your name and list list any activity you wish the school could offer in the line created for other.

You will be required to sign in with your google account (school) in order to take the survey.

Boone County High School will be hosting an early college/dual enrollment night on Tuesday, November 28^th beginning at 6:30 in the library.  All 10^th and 11^th graders that are considering taking college classes next year are encouraged to attend and learn more about these programs and ask questions. 

This informational session is for both students and parents.  You will leave with a better understanding of the difference between these two programs, as well as the costs, advantages and disadvantages of each, and program requirements

BCHS Swim/Dive team's pampered chef fundraiser.  CLick here for link.  

The health honors class at BCHS have assembled the tower garden to which our school received from a grant.  The classes have been active at growing and taking care of the tower garden during their class.  This will allow for our school to utilize the vegetables grown and give those to families in need. 

Click here for photo: 
Left to right:  Jettie Mescher, Garry Mescher, Nathan Nguyen, Kate Ospina, Myra Zumba, Molly Petty, Destiny Webster

Boone County High School proudly presents Miracle on 34th Street. Performances are Thursday, November 9th at 7PM; Friday, November 10th at 7PM; and Saturday, November 11th at 2PM & 7PM. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children, students, and teachers. Come relive the holiday magic of your childhood!

Here are pictures from rehearsal:
Rehearsal 1, Rehearsal 2, Rehearsal 3, Rehearsal 4, Rehearsal 5  

Come out and support the cheerleaders as they host a quarter auction on November 14th, 2017.  Click here for more details.  

BCHS SBDM council is required by law due to the percentage of minority students in the building to have a minority member.  Since no minority members ran during spring elections, we are seeking nominations for/from a minority member.

If more than 1 person is interested there would be an election. 

Send nominations to:  mjbmhughes@outlook.com

Congratulations to the lady rebels soccer players who have received post-season recognition in NKY 9th region. These young ladies were voted among the best in the region.  

Morgan Black (honorable mention), Raygen Black (3rd Team), Hannah Tharp (2nd team), and Rielyn Hamilton (1st team and co-offensive player of the year in the region)  

Do you want to earn between $50,000-$80,000 a year by the time you are 20 years old?  Do you want to earn an Associates degree and be debt free?  If so, the KYFAME program might be for you.  Please join us on Monday, December 4^th at 6:30 in the library for an informational session.   Click here for powerpoint.  

Link to YouTube video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKn5DZXx6zs

The Boone County High School students in Ms. Maloney’s English III- American Literature Honors class hosted a Gallery Walk on October 11^th to showcase their Individual Reading Projects that they had been working on all term. The Honors students were asked to choose an American novel that they had not previously read and then create a project that would show significant themes and characterization.

Come out tonight and support the cheerleaders at City BBQ in Florence.  Click here for more information.     Address is 8026 Burlington Pike, Florence, KY  41042.

Being selected for the NaviGo Scholars is a prestigious honor.  With this program, business sponsors hand-pick possible future employees and guide them at an early age to success in college and careers.  This program also gives companies a rare chance to connect with their future leaders.   Click to view a picture of BCHS 2017-2018 NaviG0 Scholars.  

Left to Right:  Tim Hanner (President of NaviGo), Tina Moghimi, Elisha Jenkins, Jackson Shelley, Jaden Austin, Mark Mohammed, Yazan Orabi, Tim Dahleh, Carlos Garcia, Hannah Paliobeis, and Ken Woodeshick (Asst. Principal).

Please join us in the library at BCHS on Tuesday, October 17^th at 6:30 for a presentation by Dan Bisig, local author and owner of College and Beyond.  Over the past 11 years, Dan has seen families make some BIG mistakes in the college process. 

In this presentation, he will identify these mistakes and give some solid advice that all families can follow.  This presentation is for all grade levels and is highly recommended for all families. 

Come out and show your team spirit this evening at Chipotle in Florence between 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM.  The location is 7516 Mall Road and if you bring the attached flyer or show on your smartphone. BCHS Cheerleading will receive 50% of the proceeds.  

Bob McDermott from KHEAA will be presenting in the Boone County High School library October 3 at 6:30 to review how to apply for a FSA ID, how to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and the different types of financial aid.

Free PSAT Prep Live: Register today to gain instant access to online resources for the PSAT. Live lessons begin September 23rd. Register at http://www.kaptest.com/psatpreplive 

Attention Freshmen & Sophomores interested in attending the vocational school as a Junior or Senior:

The Boone County Area Tech Center (Vocational School) is hosting an Open House for prospective students on Tuesday, September 26 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  This is a great opportunity for students and parents to see what the ATC is about, what they have to offer and meet the staff.

Attention students and parents, Boone County High School will be hosting a Financial Aid Seminar on Tuesday October 3 at 6:30pm in the library.  Bob McDermott from KHEAA will be speaking on how to navigate the FASFA and how to pay for college.  No RSVP necessary.

Click the following link to visit our scholarships page.  This is updated by our guidance staff.  

PSAT is being given at BCHS on Oct. 11 during the school day.  This is open to all current 9, 10, and 11^th graders.  The cost is $20.  The PSAT can qualify you to be in the National Merit scholarship program.  Please turn in registration form and money to the guidance office.

The Horatio Alger Association Members and Friends is currently accepting applications for need-based college scholarships to support deserving young people overcome their adversity and pursue their dreams through higher education.  Scholarship amounts range from $2500 to $25000.  Please see attached for requirements and directions to apply.  Submission deadline is October 25

AES Engineering is once again offering a scholarship to highly motivated students.  Please click here for details.  Submission deadline is October 6.

We are pleased to share with you and your students that Duke will offer two specialized on-campus Open House programs on Saturday, September 23 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.  Click here for additional information....

All Boone County High School students in grades 9 – 11 and some in grade 12will be taking the CERT test over the next two weeks This test will help all high school students and teachers identify academic areas of strength and areas for improvement in Reading, English, Math and Science.

The CERT is designed to prepare students for the rigor, time constraints and testing environment of the ACT while giving teachers and students valuable information about a student’s progress toward mastering College and Career Readiness Standards. After students take the test, teachers and students will be analyzing their results, identifying next steps and tracking their progress. 

Click here for parent letter. 

Click here for information in regards to swim/dive registration packet

Please complete the needs assessment survey.  We are trying to collect data on the needs of students and parents.  Click here for survey. 

Thomas More College and Northern Kentucky University invite high school students and their parents to attend the Northern Kentucky Regional College Fair. 

The annual college fair will be held at the Connor Convocation center at Thomas More College on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.  Over 75 colleges and universities from all over the nation will be on hand to answer your questions.  Please click here to see the list.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is hosting a National College Fair at Bellarmine University’s SuRF Center September 9 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Admissions representatives from hundreds of colleges and universities are available to speak with students one to one concerning the college admission process and college life in general.  A list of participating colleges is available on NACAC’s website at http://bit.ly/NCFExhibitors.    Students should preregister at www.nacacfairs.org/ncfstudentregistration.  

Canes restaurant (Florence) is having a 20% of sales donation tonight, August 22nd between 400 pm and 900 pm to support the lady rebels soccer team.  Stop by and have a meal.  Click here for a flyer or show from your mobile device.  A hard copy can also be picked up in the front office.    

Boone County High School is pleased to announce that our school has been selected for the 2017-2018 NaviGo Scholars program.  The following companies will be partnering with NaviGo and Boone County High School to offer a very unique experience for our students:  Duke Energy, Pomeroy, St. Elizabeth and Toyota. 

Boone County High School continues their success academically.  Please click to find out.  

The University of Cincinnati, Center for Entrepreneurship & Commercialization (UC CEC) has two amazing upcoming programs for high school students interested in learning about entrepreneurship and innovation.

Important Information about the Solar Eclipse

On Monday August 21^st, 2017 we will experience a total solar eclipse, an event that hasn’t occurred over the U.S. mainland since 1979.  A total solar eclipse, which is when the moon completely covers the sun, will occur across 14 states in the continental U.S. along a 70-mile-wide swath of the country.  While Boone County is not located in this area, we will still be able to view the partial solar eclipse.

This event will be an extraordinary educational opportunity for our students.  Many of our schools will have special activities or lessons planned for this day to accompany the event.  While this event is extremely exciting for our students, we must also acknowledge the importance of proper eye safety.  While it should be common sense not to stare directly at the sun with your naked eyes, this advice will be even more important during this event.  The eclipse must be viewed only through proper eclipse glasses.  Schools with planned viewing activities will require students to wear proper solar eclipse glasses.

In order to protect our students’ eyes during this event:

• Students will not participate in any unstructured outdoor activities, including recess
• Students will be advised to not look directly at the sun without wearing solar eclipse glasses
• We will provide additional personnel until 4pm for parents who do not want their children riding the bus during the eclipse.Children who do not ride the bus for that reason will have to be picked up by parents at 4pm.

An information session regarding the five U.S. Service Academies has been scheduled for August 31, 2017 at Western Kentucky University.  Advanced reservations are recommended.  Please see the attached for additional information.

 Class of 2021 - Build the Road YOU Want to Follow

 Who:   Incoming Freshmen to Boone County High School

 When:  Monday, August 7, 2017 from 9:00am-12:00pm.   Registration 8:30 – 8:45. 

The first day of class for dual enrollment environmental science (NSC 214) will be 8-18

Please click here for copy of our schedule pickup date and times.  If you qualified for free or reduced lunch or if you believe you now will qualify, you must re-apply every year.  Please submit your online application as soon as possible before August 10^th at http://www.schoollunchapp.com/  

Effective August 7^h, you will be given the opportunity to pay your school fees online through Infinite Campus Parent Portal.  Sign in to your parent portal and follow the directions for setting up your account. If you don’t have a parent portal account, you can sign up for one during schedule pick up. Those parents paying online should bring a copy of the receipt to fee pay/schedule pick up day to pick up your child’s schedule.

The lady rebel girls’ soccer team is looking for players interested in joining soccer for the school this fall.  Tryouts will take place beginning July 17^th. 

For more information or to signup, please click to visit our website or to signup using our form.  Additional information can be obtained by sending an email to Coach Hughes at mike.hughes@boone.kyschools.us.  We can work around club team schedules.

Come and be apart of our successful program.  

(2016 District Champions and Regional Final Four)

(2015 District Champions and Regional Runner-Up)

Guidance Counselors will be available this summer on the following dates:

                June 12^th, 19^th, 26^th, July 10^th, 18^th and the 24^th.

During these dates Counselors will be able to answer any questions you may have such as questions about enrollments, credits and courses.

CONGRATULATIONS Seniors!  As you finish up your school year and get ready to graduate, there is one last thing we would like for you to do! 

We invite you to join the NEW Alumni Association!  As an added incentive, College and Beyond is giving 1 student who registers a $100 gift card to spend on whatever they would like! Those who have already submitted their registration have already been entered into the drawing.

Simply click here Alumni Association Registration Form and complete a couple of questions.  

Thanks for taking the time to do this and here's to your future success!

SBDM elections will take place on Tuesday, May 30^th, 2017 @ Boone County High School.  Voting will be in the main lobby of the school from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.

The bios of the potential members are attached for Gretchen Dorn, Natalie Ford, and Julie Wharton.   Click each name for their bio.

Boone County High School is now accepting parent nominations for SBDM now through Tuesday, May 23^rd @ 3:00 P.M.  Please send nominations to mjbmhughes@outlook.com.  Each nominee should include a short bio.

Parents of the class of 2017: If you would like to add a message to your graduate that will be displayed on the LED Ribbon Board at the Graduation Ceremony please follow this link. There is a $10.00 charge for this service and the deadline is May 31^st @ 12:00 noon.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RKT5WFF

Hiring event for seniors.  OKI supply chain and homebuilders association includes companies like; Kroger, DHL, FexEX, and UPS are having a hiring date.  Please see attached flyer.  

Come out Thursday, May 4th @ 7:00 PM in the school commons to meet the new Lady Rebels basketball coach.  Everyone is invited.  

Congratulations to Sam Huddleston, Kaitlyn VanWay and Lindsay Volpenheim on their recent acceptance to the Governor’s Scholar’s program

Congratulations to Justin Allen.  Justin took first place in Sheet Metal at the State SkillsUSA conference earning him a spot to compete in Nationals

In accordance with the Kentucky Statute, the Boone County Schools Board of Education has approved at its April Board Meeting that the last instructional day for students will be May 24th.  

Sullivan University will be holding an informational session on Thursday, May 4th from 6:00-7:30  p.m. for students and parents at their Northern Kentucky location in Fort Mitchell.  This is for current juniors that will be seniors in the Fall.  You will learn about college level computer classes that will be offered in the fall for seniors. 

Students will be able to take Computer Concepts and/or Computer Programming and earn college credit at a cost of $150 per class.  Please email pam.hirn@boone.kyschools.us for additional details

The hills are alive with the sound of music....... at Boone County High School!!

Boone County High School proudly presents The Sound of Music. The performances are April 27, 28 and 29th at 7:00. Doors will open at 6:30. All tickets are $5.00.

Boone County High School students are invited to a Navigo Student Seminar called “Suit Up.”  It will be held next Tuesday,

April 25^th from 5:00-6:30 at Citi in Erlanger.  All high school students and parents are invited to learn about networking, resume building, financial planning and professionalism.  Please see Ms. Hirn or email pam.hirn@boone.kyschools.us for to register

BCHS would like to invite everyone to the "Night of the Arts" Tuesday, April 18th from 6 - 8 PM.  The "Night of the Arts" will feature performances by the Boone County High School Choir, Band, Dance Team, Forensic Skits, Spring Play Scenes and amazing displays of student art work.  Punch and cookies will be provided by the Family and Consumer Science classes and the National Honor Society.

Congratulations to Alexis Arsenault and Reagan McGriff on their recent acceptance to the Governor’s School for the Arts program. 

Cheerleading tryout information and website have been updated.  Click here to visit.  This will be updated as additional items are needed.  

The Boone County School District will be offering two opportunities for seniors to receive assistance with searching for scholarships in the ILP (Individual Learning Plan).  This program has a database of scholarships that are often overlooked by seniors when searching for money for college.  During this 3 hour session, you will learn how to search for scholarships in the ILP.  The remaining time will be spent actually applying for the scholarships. 

Want to get your PE and/or Health requirement out of the way so there is more room in your schedule for Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, Band/Choir, or Electives?  Click here for additional information. 

Boone County High School Athletics will offer sports camps at various times over the summer months.  You can visit our athletic camps page to print the flyers.  All camps that are hosted will be updated as received.  

The Boone County School District will be offering a Fire and EMT program next year.  This is a half day program and the courses will be taught at Gateway’s Boone Campus.  Upon completion of this two year program, you can graduate as a certified Emergency Medical Technician. This program will be taught in the afternoons from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and transportation will be provided to Gateway. 

The program will also have a morning session if the demand for the program is high enough.   The classes for the FIRE/EMT program must be taken in sequence. These classes do not have an ACT or GPA requirement, but it is recommended that the student have at least an 18 composite on the ACT and an 80% average in all their previous coursework.  

This program will be for next year’s Juniors if they want to complete the entire program.  Seniors can take the program for one year, but would not be certified.  For more information, please see Ms. Hirn this week. 

This is a free public event at Boone County High School.  Click here for additional information.  

Come out and see 2017 Faculty Folies Teacher Talent Show Thursday, March 23.  This will take place at 7pm in the auditorium.  There is a $5 Admission and benefits BCHS Spotlighters

Congratulations to senior Zyah Beal on her recent college signing.  Click each link for a picture.  Image 1 and image 2 of event.  

Graduation date: June 2nd at 6:30 p.m.  Parking will be $5.00 cash only.  Graduation will take place at the BBT Arena on the NKU Campus.  The BBT Arena is ADA accessible.  There is both handicap parking and handicap drop off locations

BCHS is working with The Big Smiles program to give students an opportunity to receive free dental services at school and referrals to outside dental services if needed. All students received an application in home room. If you need an application please contact Ben Brown (859) 282-5655 Please make sure your application is returned to BCHS no later than Tuesday March 28th if you are interested. The program will begin on May 2nd. 

Boone County High School will be offering some after school mini sessions to help students prepare for the April ACT.  Sessions will be offering in English, Reading and Math.  The Math and Reading sessions will be offered on March 28^th, 29^th and 30^th.  The English sessions will offered on April 4^th, 5^th and 6^th.   Students need to see Ms. Hirn to sign up!  Spots are limited so please do not delay. 

The American Legion Kentucky Boys State is an exciting opportunity for 11^th grade boys who will be seniors next year. The camp will be June 4-9, at Campbellsville University in Campbellsville, Ky. The American Legion Kentucky Girls State camp will also be June 4-9, at University of the Cumberlands, Williamsburg, Ky and is a similar organization strictly for junior girls. Information for both organizations can be found here.

The final opportunity to enroll in Early College is next week.  We will have an information session and enrollment opportunity next Wednesday, March 15, at the Rush Center (99 Center St., Florence) at 7:00 PM.  

• Early College is a ½ day program (transportation provided) where students can earn 48+ college credits at a dramatically-reduced cost ($156 a three-hour course compared to $1,000 plus after graduation). These credits automatically transfer to every public KY college (and many out of-state colleges). (This is a state law.)

Students are still a vital part of their high schools only being off-campus 8:00-10:30 am.  Click here for more information.

Learn Arabic this summer at the University of Cincinnati. Juniors and Seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.5 may apply. This program is 100% funded tuition & books and students will earn 5 semester hours of college credits. Click the link for details. (click here for document).

The application deadline for the KY FAME AMT (Advanced Manufacturing Technician) apprentice program is extended and hoping to get additional qualified applicants next week.

KY FAME AMT program offers free tuition, a full or part time job, and they will complete the program with an Associate degree.

Qualifications:

1. Interest in the technical/mechanical world…. taking things apart, putting them together again and are able or want to learn how to program computers.
2. ACT Scores of: English 18, Math 19, and Reading 20

For those interested, additional information and the application can be found at www.KYFAME.com

The Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Sciences has scheduled an Open House for April 5, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.  Please RSVP by April 3 via email to Jason.slayton@email.gscollege.edu or via phone 513-862-2743.

Boone County Schools are CLOSED for WEDNESDAY MARCH 1st. There will be no Elementary School bus pick up. Students already at school will stay until it is safe to release them. Parents may pick up students from their schools. High School driving students will be released when their principals deem it's safe to release them.

Yealey Elementary is hosting a community and school Color run on Saturday April 29, 2017 at Idlewild Park and is in need of 30 plus volunteers for this event. If you are available to participate in this awesome community event, please sign up at https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/4090c4fa5ac29a4ff2-color/18787567

Parents and community members please click the following link to take a survey for a principal at BCHS.   This will be utilized by our SBDM in their decision making process.  The opportunity for you to contribute.

THE FEBRUARY SBDM MEETING WILL BE TONIGHT AT 7:30 PM IN THE BCHS LIBRARY.  

On Thursday, Feb. 23^rd from 4:00-5:30, Safran Landing Systems will be having an open house at their Walton location.  The event will include a guided tour of the facility,  hands-on demonstrations in the training room, and information about MakerMinded, which is a new STEM engagement program in Kentucky.   This is open to all students, but you must see Ms. Hirn to sign up

BCHS has qualified for the KHSAA Swim & Dive State Championship. Sean Courtney will be competing in the diving preliminaries on Thursday. Swimming preliminaries are Friday morning, and all finals are Saturday morning.  Participants are:

Nick Berry, 12
Sean Courtney, 11
Andrew Curry, 12
Corey Frakes, 11
Adam Persons, 11
Rob Winterman, 11

BCHS is both proud and honored to announce that Nick Berry has been offered an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. Nick is one of 1,350 students who earned an appointment out of over 17,000 who applied. Congratulations Nick Berry on this tremendous accomplishment!!

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies programs are now accepting applications.  Programs range from non-credit enrichment summer institutes to high school summer college programs.  For additional information, please visit here.

For the fifth consecutive year The Boone County Lady Rebels earned their way to the State Championship last Friday.  The girls made it to the semifinals by defeating a very talented Louisville Mercy team.  The team lost in the semifinals to the number one seeded team, Central Hardin.

Junior Taylor Evans placed sixth in the singles tournament on Thursday.  

Sophomore Kara Strong was the state runner-up in the singles competition.

WAY TO GO LADY REBELS

Baseball tryouts are just around the corner.  Click here for the tryout schedule.  

Ms. Grant and some of her art students created a flag mural at the newly remodeled Kroger store on KY 18 in Burlington.  The students spent 2 days this week working on this project which will eventually become an honorary wall for local veterans.   Great job Ms. Grant and students! 

Click here for larger picture.

Congratulatiosn to the BCHS cheerleaders who will be at Nationals feb 10, 13 and 14.

Girls Volleyball will be having an informational preseason meeting on March 1^st in the library at 630 pm

Good Luck to the Lady Rebels Bowling team who will be participating in the State Tournament on Thursday and Friday of this week.  Taylor Evans and Kara Strong will be participating in the singles event on Thursday.  The team event will be on Friday.  

Zyah Beal was selected to play in the 26^th Annual Holloway Ohio-Kentucky All-Star Girls Basketball Game “The Battle at the Border”, on Saturday, April 8, 2017.  The game will be played at Thomas More College in Crestview Hills, KY. 

The Commonwealth Honors Academy is a summer option for students going into their senior year.   It is a three-week program (June 10-July 1, 2017) at Murray State University.   This is a great opportunity for students as they earn six college credits while experiencing the environment of a post-secondary institution. 

ACT Preparation Course at Northern Kentucky University

Saturdays, Feb 18-April 1 (no class March 11) from 9-11 a.m.

$255 (include text book and materials)

Six week class meets Saturday mornings February 18, 25, March 4, 18, 25, and April 1 (NO Class March 11). This review of each section of the ACT can help you build confidence and increase your scores. Complete sample tests, learn test-taking tips and review subject matter to help you perform more quickly and comfortably on test day. Taught by two content specialists, three weeks focus on mathematical skills and three weeks cover English, rhetorical skills and reading comprehension. Plan to devote two hours outside of class to weekly assignments. This class is recommended for first-time and repeat test-takers. Text book is included in registration fee.  This course is open to all students in grades 10-12.

Complete details and registration can be found here.  Please call Melanie Hartzle at 859.572.5600 for any questions.

The girls’ soccer team will be selling MULCH as a fundraiser.  Our team is working to purchase new equipment for training.   I have attached the flyer  and square footage are the same as we used last season. Anyone interested in purchasing mulch can email Coach Hughes, print order form, or talk with a girls soccer player….due by March 15th, 2016 with payment. 

We are planning PICKUP ON March 31st @ BCHS in the evening.  Anyone ordering 5+bags and within local travel can get free delivery to their home on April 1st.  

Boone County High School Science Placement Exam:  Boone County High School will be administering a science placement exam to those incoming ninth graders wishing to surpass the foundational science course, Boone County Science Investigation (BCSI) and take Integrated Science or Integrated Science Honors. 

The placement exam will take place in Boone County High School’s commons Friday, February 17^th at 3:30 p.m., Friday, February 24^th at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday, February 25^th at 9:30 a.m.

‪Due to inclement weather all Boone County Schools will operate on a TWO HOUR DELAY for Monday January 30th. ‪There will be NO AM KINDERGARTEN or PRESCHOOL for Monday January 30th. ‬‬ 

On Thursday, Feb. 9^th there is a Health Career Roadshow coming to BCHS.  The following 4 stations will be set up: surgery and surgical nursing careers, public health careers, physical and occupational therapy careers, and a station to check the amount of each student’s KEES money (social security required). The show will be in the afternoon during 3^rd or 4^th block.  Please see Ms. Hirn to sign up for this event

Tuesday January 31^st is parent information night for incoming 8^th graders beginning at 7 PM in the commons.

RA Jones incoming freshmen visit Boone County High School on January 25.  This was an opportunity to get them acclimated to our school, familiarize them with what Boone County High School is about, and excited to be Rebels!  Students toured the school, talked with counselors about scheduling, and visited with representatives from various athletic and extracurricular programs that we have to offer. 

The Cincinnati Enquirer has posted its fall sports individual honors this week.  Congratulations to Payton Black and Rielyn Hamilton for being named 1^st team NKY for girls soccer.  This is a great accomplishment having two of our players named 1^st team in the same season. 

Honorable mention awards went to:  Morgan Black, Hannah Tharp, Lilly Robinson, and Kylie Anderson. 

If you are planning to attend UK and major in the medical field, please see Ms. Hirn to discuss a unique opportunity working as a student athletic trainer at the University of Kentucky

Graduate Services will be here today during lunch for students to place orders. 

All events for Friday January 13th are occurring as scheduled. There will be NO events/activities on Saturday January 14th prior to 12PM.

Are you interested in learning how your child can save thousands of dollars toward earning a college degree?  Please join us Thursday, January 12 from 6:30-8:00 in the library at Boone County High School. You will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of district programs that are currently in place, as well as new ones that will be implemented next year.  The main focus will be on our early college/dual enrollment programs and how your child can begin earning college credits during his/her Junior year, with the potential to earn an Associate’s degree while still in high school.  This session is for everyone, but will be most beneficial for parents of 9^th-11^th graders.  A representative from Bosch will also be present to discuss the KY Fame program

All evening activities for Boone County Schools are CANCELLED for tonight, January 5th.

‪Due to inclement weather all Boone County Schools will be CLOSED on Thursday January 5th. ‬

BCHS Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy celebrates the Holidays with the residents at Florence Park.  Click each link for pictures.   Picture #1, PIcture #2, Picture #3, Picture #4, Picture #5, Picture #6

Congratulations to the following Boone County Students for completing the Navigo Enhanced Operator’s Program.  Click each Picture #1, Picture #2, and Picture #3.

Boone County High School has been recognized as an Affiliate School of the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.  The Affiliate School Program, free to all K–12 schools, is a unique gateway to education resources, events, and tools designed to bring American history to life in the classroom. Our network of schools connects teachers and students to valuable resources.  Click here to visit.  

Attached are a few pictures from the awesome day at Florence Elementary Thursday, December 8^th.  Mrs. Westhoff’s Honors English I class planned the trip to FES to work with the 3^rd grade students on reading strategies and encouraging reading. Barnes and Noble donated books for the event that the BCHS students gave to each 3^rd grade class on HOT and COLD. This event took place in the gymnasium at Florence Elementary. It was a fun experience for our students!

‪Due to possible icy conditions all Boone County Schools will operate on a TWO HOUR DELAY Tuesday December 13th.  There is no AM kindergarten.  Continue to monitor for possible updates.‬

On Thursday, January 19, 2017, Ms. Hirn will be taking a group of sophomores to visit the ATC (Area Technical Center) on the campus of Conner High School.  The students will have the opportunity to visit classroom and see what first year students are doing in areas such as Welding, Health Sciences, Machine Tool, Electricity, etc.  They will also have the opportunity to tour the facilities and ask questions.  If you are interested, please stop by and talk with Ms. Hirn or email her at pam.hirn@boone.kyschools.us. 

‪Due to overnight snow and slick road conditions, all Boone County Schools will operate on a TWO HOUR DELAY Friday December 9th.‬. There is no AM kindergarten. 

The BCHS Cheerleaders are sponsoring a breakfast with Santa event on December 17th.  Click here for details.  $5 per person if you pay before December 2nd. $7 at the door. (3 and under free). Visit and take your own picture with Santa while you have breakfast and shop with the Holiday Vendors.

Senior Dinner Dance tickets will be on sale on Monday,  November 28th and if necessary on Tuesday, November 29th in the commons during lunch.  Tickets are $35.00 per ticket and the dance is Saturday December 3rd at receptions in Erlanger.  The dance begins at 7:00 PM.

The Boone Swim & Dive Team is doing an online pampered chef fundraiser. We are running the fundraiser from 11/18 to 12/2.   Click here for link.  

 

**Reminder GSP applications are due to Mrs. Meyer by December 1st**

Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts Summer Program Informational Session @ The Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center MONDAY November 14th, 7:00-8:00 PM.  This is a FREE Informational session and no registration required.  Click here for flyer.  

Boone County Football will host Tates Creek November 4th at 7:30 PM in the playoffs.  Come out and support the team to a victory.  

The Lady Rebels Soccer team members senior Payton Black and sophomore Rielyn Hamilton have received 1st team East All-State Honors this past weekend.  Both players are eligible to participate in the All-State Game on November 12th @ Elizabethtown High School.  Congraulations.

BCHS students and faculty raised a total of $1,019.70 in support of Go Pantry during a weeklong event.  Some of our students have also volunteered to go to Go Pantry after school and help as all 24 schools in the district, as well as central office, drop off the donations from their schools.  What a great week this has been.

Go BCHS & Go Pantry!

The BCHS Spotlighters present the play THE CURIOUS SAVAGE on Thursday, November 3; Friday, November 4; and Saturday, November 5 -- all at 7PM in the auditorium. Admission is only $5 for students/teachers and $8 for adults. This is an "I AM INVOLVED" event and an excellent opportunity to support the arts and show your Rebel Pride!  Click here for flyer.  

Vote BCHS girls soccer player Kylie Anderson for Cincy Top 5 Player of The Week. She had 2 PK saves in the District Championship win over Ryle.  

BCHS Cheerleaders are having a Quarter Auction event on October 25th @ 6:30 PM.  Plan to come out and participate.  Click here for details.  

Congratulations to the varsity girls soccer team as they win the district championship tonight vs Ryle in a PK shootout.  It was an exciting night and gives the ladies their 3rd title in 4 years.   The team will host the 1st round of region on Monday @ Boone @ 7:00 PM.  Drawing for opponent is Saturday.  

BCHS – HIGHEST PERFORMING HIGH SCHOOL IN THE BOONE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT!

Congratulations to the faculty, staff and students at BCHS on the recent State Assessment results released September 29^th.  BCHS had an overall rating of 81.9 which ranked 1^st of the 4 High Schools in the Boone County School District!  This score also ranked BCHS 4^th in NKY behind only Beechwood, Walton-Verona and Highlands!  Spread the word, BCHS is #1!!

Both the Boys and Girls Bowling team are looking for Bowlers to join them this year.

Tryouts are TUESDAY, October 4 (5:00-7:00), WEDNESDAY , October 5 (5:00-7:00) and THURSDAY, October 6 (5:00-7:00).  All tryouts will be at Super Bowl in Erlanger.

Attached is an informational sheet.  You may pick up the forms in the main office or in room 119

Students from Boone County High School gathered to make soup mix for the needy last week as part of their kickoff to the 2016-2017 Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy.  The Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy is a national organization focused on impact through action.  Students meet monthly and participate in labs that help them become better leaders. 

The students will also come up with one impact project that will be implemented at the end of the school year.  Boone County High School believes that the world needs more leaders to impact the community and that we have students who can make a difference.   This program is fully funded by the generous sponsorship of our local Chick-fil-A owner, Dustin DiChaiara.  Click for photo.

The PSAT will be given at Boone County High School on Wednesday morning, October 19, 2016. The cost is $20.00 and checks should be made out to BOONE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL.  This test is intended for high school juniors; however, sophomores and freshman are also encouraged to take the test.  The testing session will last about three hours.  Click here for registration information.

Season Kick-Off Event - Wednesday, 10/12, 7:15 p.m. @ the BCHS Commons.  Click here for additional information.  

Boone County High School varsity soccer player Sophomore Rielyn Hamilton has been chosen as a candidate for Cincinnati Enquirer athlete of the week.  Click here to visit and vote.

Let's see if we can get her to the top for KY.  What a great honor to be chosen as a nominee...congratulations Rielyn.  

Voting ENDS FRIDAY @ 3:00 PM....

Do you like engineering, graphic design, programming, communications, or marketing?  Join the PiBotics High School Robotics Team!  Come to a Rookie Member/Parent Informational Night at 6:00pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at the Ralph Rush Center (99 Center Street, Florence) to learn more.

Boone County ATC  would like to invite you to an open house on Thursday, 15 September, from 6pm-8pm.  This would be a great opportunity for you to see exactly what we offer here as well as meet our teachers.   

Just a reminder.  School picture day is Wednesday, September 7, 2016.  Each student needs to ensure to have their photo taken, including seniors.  

28 seniors (7 from each Boone County high school) will be selected to explore careers in the growing field of manufacturing. In this fall program, students will visit industry sites and interact with employees to learn about job/apprenticeship opportunities and company benefits (often including tuition assistance). They will also do work simulation activities and practice soft skills.

A new program is available this fall for seniors who are interested in careers involving building or working on various types of machines. Several manufacturers in Northern Kentucky, including Bosch, Mazak, and Hahn, will provide tours of their facilities and the chance for students to interact with employees to learn about the many job possibilities available, as well as benefits provided, including college tuition assistance.

Students will also explore various career pathways in manufacturing and do activities that simulate the skills needed for this type of work. This could end with your child getting an apprenticeship at one of the companies.  They will earn money while going to college and will receive tuition reimbursement.  Only seven BCHS students will be selected for this NKIP program, and the deadline to apply is Sept. 7. If this sounds like something you’d want your student to consider, contact me at pam.hirn@boone.kyschools. 

Boone vs. Ryle t-shirts are now available.  T-shirts are available for purchase at the school’s bookstore during the student’s lunch time.  The cost of each shirt is $12 (add $2 for 2XL).  There is a limited quantity available.   There will not be additional t-shirts ordered once they are gone.  We are not pre-selling t-shirts as we have done in year’s past.  Don’t delay!  Get your Boone vs. Ryle football t-shirt today.  The “big” game is September 1^st.  Please contact Kathleen Richie at BCHS with questions at 282-5655 ext. 30166 or Kathleen.richie@boone.kyschools.us. 

We wanted to update each of you on the dress code changes as approved by the SBDM council and announced to the students at the class meetings.

1. Holes in jeans are acceptable, but must not be excessive in size or number.  Jeans in tatters are not acceptable.  Students must wear something under the jeans so no skin is showing .
2. Unnatural hair color is acceptable.
3. Facial piercings are acceptable.
4. Tattoos showing is acceptable provided the tattoo is not offensive.
5. Capri or crop pants are acceptable.  These are defined as ¾ length pants designed to hit mid-calf, not long shorts.
6. Flip flops and shower shoes are acceptable.
7. Leggings are acceptable provided the students are wearing a dress, skirt, shirt or top that comes to mid- thigh or longer.  Front and back must be covered.  Spandex is still not acceptable.

Tuesday August 23rd @6:30 Bob McDermott from KHEAA will host a financial aid workshop at BCHS. The FASFA can now be filed in October.

Below are the links to Web School Assist and the Bus Locator (Web Query) for parents. 

Web School Assist - http://e035edulog/wsaweb/weblookup/WebLookup.htm?action=logOff

Bus Locator (Web Query) - http://www.boone.kyschools.us/administrativeDepartment.aspx?aid=12.  This will direct you to the transportation page on the district website.  Be sure to choose the Bus Locator link on the right under links.

Welcome Back! The 2016-17 school year has begun and we would like to wish you and your students a successful year.  See attached message from Boone County Schools transportation department.  

Congratulations to BCHS girls soccer player Payton Black who has made the 2016 High School Girls Soccer All-American watch list. Click here for more information.

What this means is that she is in consideration for selection into the game.  At this time, over 160 young ladies from across the country are on the list and prior to October 28, 2016 they will select 40 players to take part in the game.

The 2016 game will be the 4th annual game for the girl's and the 6th year for the boys.  Last year, over 10,000 people watched the game on Topdrawersoccer.com.  The game will be played on December 3rd, 2016 in Raleigh, NC.

Boone County High School is able to take online payments for student fees.  Click here for instructions on HOW TO MAKE AN ONLINE PAYMENT via INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL:

Please click here for copy of our schedule pickup date and times.  If you qualified for free or reduced lunch or if you believe you now will qualify, you must re-apply every year.  Please submit your online application as soon as possible before August 10^th at http://www.schoollunchapp.com/  

New to the 2016/2017 school year will be the option for Online Fee Pay.  Effective August 8^th, you will be given the opportunity to pay your school fees online through Infinite Campus Parent Portal.  Sign in to your parent portal and follow the directions for setting up your account.  If you choose to pay online please bring a copy of your receipt to fee pay/schedule pick up day to pick up your child’s schedule.

Volleyball Tryouts:

July 18: 530-730
July 19: 530-700
** parent meeting immediately following**

Boone County Schools are in need of bus drivers for the 2016-17 school year.  See the attached flyer for more details.

Come to our annual incoming freshman orientation Wednesday, August 10th, 2016.  This will take place from 8:00 AM--12:30 PM at Boone County High School.  Click here for signup flyer.

NO COSTS!!!!!!!

Click here for the 2016-2017 BCHS SBDM Parent Nomination Form

On April 18, three students from Boone County High School participated in the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company’s second annual Project 38. This Project included 45 schools in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern KY area, each given a different Shakespeare play to perform to the public at the Woodward Theater in downtown Cincinnati.      

Senior Kailey Brown and sophomores Sebastian Carlos and Sarah Morgan presented a compilation of scenes from the play Macbeth, each student playing multiple parts including the Porter, the Weird Sisters (witches), the Doctor, the Servant, a Messenger, and Lady Macbeth.

Because their performance was so outstanding, they were asked to perform twice that afternoon as well the only group invited to perform at Cincy Shakes’ Main Stage prior to the Company’s regular performance of Julius Caesar on Sunday, May 1. Congratulations to these three talented BCHS students!

Want to get your PE and/or Health requirement out of the way so there is more room in your schedule for Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, Band/Choir, or Electives?  Click here for additional information. 

Boone County High School is proud to announce that junior Cameron Roundtree has been selected as a delegate representing BCHS and Northern Kentucky to  Kentucky Boys State.  The American Legion sponsors the Boys and Girls State programs that immerse high school juniors in a life-changing week of programs and activities to study Kentucky government, history, communication, and leadership.  The 2016 Boys State will be held June 5-10 at Campbellsville University.

Cameron was also selected to be a delegate to the 2016 Young Leaders Academy at the McConnell Center, University of Louisville.  Participants will explore the roots of the modern political party system in a 4 day leadership conference on the U of L campus, June 12-15.  All participants selected to attend receive a scholarship to cover academic materials, food, and lodging.

3D design student John Herrera wins the Inaugural design competition in the World Maker & Inventor Expo  for a K-12 celebration of making, inventing, problem solving and innovation with robotics, 3D printing, drones, aerospace, flight sim, launchers, coding, micro-computing, CSI, Arduino, engineering and much much more.  The family friendly expo will featured projects and programs from over 70 schools, universities, companies and organizations in the greater Cincinnati area. See

Winner of a $4,000 3-D printer from @GorillaMaker @Boone_County World Maker Expo John Herrera.  Click link for video of winner pic.twitter.com/B1kI2ejIBn

Girls Soccer (June 20th-23rd, 2016)
Location:  Boone County Pee Wee Football Field
Grades:  1st-9th
Times:  6:00 PM-8:00 PM
See attached flyer or use the online signup form.

Boys Basketball: (Julyl 11th-14th, 2016)
Location:  Boone County High School
Session 1:  Grades 1-5 (8:30 AM--11:30 AM)
Session 2:  Grades 6-9 (12:30 PM--3:30 PM)
See attached flyer

GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP HAS BEEN CANCELLED.  

There will be a spring soccer meeting April 20^th @ 6:30 PM in room 152 for anyone interested in playing girls soccer next season.  Please plan to attend.  .   Additional information can be found at our website and and on an information sheet. 

Boone Co. High School Junior, Helen Wharton, along with other high school students throughout Greater Cincinnati, including community members and writing mentors, came together at the School for Creative and Performing Arts for A Community of Stories Creative Writing Workshop on March 12 & 13. 

Please click for a great event put on by Community Collaboration for Children and BCHS Youth Service Center.  It is a free event open to the public on April 23rd @ Boone County High School.  Be sure to register as SPACE IS LIMITED.  

Please see attached document for a list of senior related activities for graduation.  

Come out and celebrate the ARTS April 7th @ BCHS.  See attached flyer for additional information.  

This is the link to the candidate videos for the positions of Student Board Representative.  Students should watch the videos and let their representative know who they would like them to vote for on election day. 

P & G is once again hosting a Resident Scholar Program (RSP) this summer for those students interested in a STEM career who will be in grades 10 or 11 in the 2016-2017 school year. 

The RSP experience begins in high school with a week of job shadowing and continues through graduation with opportunities for training, mentoring, and leadership development.

It is the program’s intent to see alumni pursue STEM degrees and return to P&G as participants in the summer intern/co-op programs while in college

National Honor Society is currently accepting applications. As the oldest high school in the district, the NHS chapter at Boone County High School is steeped in tradition.  Applicants will be evaluated by faculty members according to the four pillars of the National Honor Society – Scholarship, Character, Leadership and Service. 

The National Honor Society is a service organization in which membership is a highly sought after honor.  Commitment to the ideals of the organization is required.  Your acceptance of membership in Honor Society will indicate your willingness to participate in all National Honor Society activities such as meetings and service projects.  Applications are due to Mrs. Sites by 2:00 p.m. in Room 224 on March 31.  

Thank you to everyone who has been so supportive of our efforts in the library and beyond this week as we have celebrated Read Across America Week.  If you have a chance today during your lunch, please stop by the cafeteria as the Cat in the Hat leads a hula hoop contest and gives out some prizes to our student readers.  Click here to view a group picture.  

Josh Decker, a student in Visual Arts 4 made a banner for the swim team 

Northern Kentucky University’s Community Connections has an ACT Preparation course coming up on Saturdays, February 27-April 2, 2016.  This preparation course is for repeat or first time test takers.  Our course covers all sections of the ACT and is taught by two content specialists. Space is limited and participants can register through this link.  Please use the search feature on the left of the screen to find ACT Preparation. If you have any questions about our course, contact us at 859.572.5600 or connect@nku.edu.  Community Connections offers this six week course every fall and spring and we also offer a two day intensive course in the summer.

WCPO is hosting a free workshop on Saturday February 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  Participants will have an opportunity to meet professionals in broadcasting, journalism and web journalism.  Seating is very limited and participants must RSVP by February 22 by emailing mmorrow@wcpo.com.  

Spencerian College is once again hosting a MedCamp at the Louisville and Lexington campuses this summer.  Click here for full details and registration information or email medcamp@spencerian.edu

Due to inclement weather all Boone County Schools will be CLOSED Wednesday February 10th.

Due to inclement weather all Boone County Schools will be CLOSED Tuesday February 9th.

Due to inclement weather all evening activities scheduled for AFTER 6:00pm for all Boone County Schools have been CANCELLED for Monday February 8th.

Baseball tryouts will start on Feb 15th.  Those trying out must have a KHSAA physical form filled out and a copy of their last report Card.  They also will need bat, glove, helmet and please wear gym shoes.  Click here for tryout schedule.  

The girls’ soccer team will be selling MULCH as a fundraiser.  Our team is working to purchase new equipment for training.   I have attached the flyer similar to what we used last season. Anyone interested in purchasing mulch can email Coach Hughes or talk with a girls soccer player….due by March 15th, 2016 with payment. 

Students will have homeroom on Thursday, January 28 where they will receive information about choosing core and elective classes and alternatives on the student portal.  Click here to log into student portal.  If you have not used student portal you must log in on a computer first.  Username is student ID, password is first initial, last initial, and birthdate until it is reset by the user.  Students may have their password reset by emailing Mrs. Wyatt at louanna.wyatt@boone.kyschools.us

Due to the incoming winter storm all evening activities for all Boone County Schools are CANCELED for Friday Janaury 22nd.

On January 22 and 23 at 7:00 P.M., Boone County High School will present its first student-director play. Senior Carson Kruml will make his directorial debut as well as starring in the show, along with junior Amanda Nelson.  Gruesome Playground Injuries is a contemporary play that portrays the relationship between two young people as they grow up and explores the love between two people meant for each other, even though they cannot find a place in this world together. Admission is $5.00. 

BCHS Youth Service Center would like to to conduct a parent survey to gauge the climate and needs of the BCHS community. Click here for the survey.  

Parent Conferences will be February 11th from 5-8. Please contact a teacher for a scheduled conference appointment.  

There will be a jersey retirement for Sydney Moss Monday, January 11, prior to the Ryle vs. BCHS girls basketball game around 7:00 pm.  

The Boone County Board of Education will hold its regulary scheduled monthly meeting on Thursday January 14th at 7:30pm at the Ralph Rush Professional Development Center (99 Center Street in Florence).  The agenda for the meeting will be posted when it becomes available.

The District has launched a new online lunch menu platform for parents and students to easily access breakfast and lunch menus for each individual school.  Click here to view the new link.  Each school will also have this link on their website.  If you have any questions about a school lunch menu please contact the school directly

 The CITI BEST committee would like to thank everyone who participated in the giving tree project.  We delivered the gifts this afternoon. CITI and Redwood were most appreciative.  BCHS once again provided gifts for 100 tags!  A HUGE thank you to Ms. Day who organized this whole endeavor and as always did a fantastic job! Again, thanks to everyone for spreading the spirit of the season.  Click for picture.  

The girls basketball team will be having a fundraiser at Chipotle on Thursday, December 3^rd at the mall road location.  50% of sales from those who bring in this flyer will go to our program

Students from BCHS were invited to the University of Kentucky for their "Come see blue for yourself" campus visit on Friday, November 24, 2015.  They had a great day learning about academic programs, the admissions process and student life on campus.  Click here for picture.  

The Youth Service Center and Student Council are joining together for the annual Canned Food Drive.  We will be collecting cans during 1^st block from November 9^th-20^th.  The top two 1^st block classes to collect the most cans will receive a donut breakfast.  The cans collected assist in the backpack program that feeds our students here at Boone County High School.  Any questions contact Molly Hug molly.hug@boone.kyschools.us or Ben Brown ben.brown@boone.kyschools.us

The quarter/paddle action sales proceeds will go to support the Boone County High School Art Club.  Click here for flyer.

November 15th, 2015

Hosted by the Florence Elks Lodge

7704 Dixie Highway, Florence KY 41042

The Boone County School District will be hosting an Information session about Early College, Design School and other programs on Monday, November 2nd at 6:30 p.m. at Boone County High School.  The information session will held in our library.

On Tuesday, October 20^th, Mrs. Richie’s Workplace Readiness class and Ms. Hirn’s MOS class participated in mock interviews with representatives from Citibank.  Each student prepared a resume and cover letter, prior to the interview, and practiced answering how to answer common interview questions.  While students were waiting their turn to be interviewed, members from Citi’s Future Focus team involved the students in a lively game of Family Feud, which covered various financial literacy topics.  

Mattress Sale Sponsored by the BCHS Band Boosters and Custom Fundraising Solutions – October 31^st from 10am-5pm in the BCHS Gymnasium!  Up to 50% name brand mattresses!  All sizes with full factory warranties!  Layaway and Delivery available!  

The lady rebels soccer team handed NCC only their 2nd loss of the season by defeating them 2-1 tonight and advance to the 9th region final Friday VS Notre Dame 7:00 PM @ St. Henry.   Come out and cheer the team to the state tournament with a win.  

The girls soccer team wants you to show your Boone County spirit by visiting Chipotle on Tuesday, October 20th, 2015 between the hours of 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Mall Road in Florence.  Celebrate the lady rebels advancing to the final four of the regional tournament with a win over Beechwood (5-0) in the first round.

Bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you're supporting the cause to make sure 50% of the proceeds will be donated to BCHS Lady Rebel's Soccer.

The regional drawing took place on October 17^th, 2015.  Lady rebel’s soccer will host a 1^st round game on October 19^th @ 7:00 PM against Beechwood. 

Ticket Prices:

No passes of any kind are accepted for regional.  Ticket prices are $5.00 for each person. 

Bracket: Here is the link to the official bracket on KHSAA website.

Semi-finals

October 21^st @ St. Henry 7:15 PM

Finals:

October 23^rd @ St. Henry 7:00 PM

The lady rebels soccer team defeated Conner tonight 3-0 to win the district title for the 2nd time in 3 years.  Good luck at Regional.  We will host a 1st round game Monday night at 7:00 PM. 

District tournament team members were Payton Black, Rielyn Hamilton, and MVP Paige Mersmann

Boone County High School varsity soccer player freshman Rielyn Hamilton has been chosen as a candidate for Cincinnati Enquirer athlete of the week.  Click here to visit and vote.

The Boone County High School Cheerleaders will host a quarter auction!  This event will take place in the comons @ Boone County High School on Tuesday, October 27th, 2015.  Click here for the flyer.   Come out and support.  

The Grace Kelly Girls “Big Sisters” are participating in the Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy this year.  On Wednesday, September 30^th, the girls met and completed the classroom kick-off experience!  During this time they got to listen to a couple of keynote speakers, participate in several leadership activities, and helped bag meals that will be sent to a food bank in Lexington, KY. 

Over the course of this school year, these students will complete leadership labs and will plan a community outreach project!  These girls are well on their way to becoming outstanding leaders here at BCHS as well as in our community.  

We wanted to share our exciting news!  The Kentucky Unbridled Learning Assessment System has just released it's results today and our school community has many things to celebrate.  We have once again (3 years in a row) been rated a Distinguished High School.  

We were the top performing high school within the Boone County School District, with a 78.6 academic index and a ranked at the 96% percentile.  We had academic gains in ever area of our accountability index.  We appreciate your continued support and hope that you will spread our good news throughout Boone County and our wonderful state.  

The Boone County Schools Transportation Department is currently hiring bus drivers!  If you are interested in becoming a school bus driver click here for a flyer.  If you have any questions please call our Transportation Department at 859-384-5340

Open House Schedule:

6:30 PM--7:00 PM

• Parent meeting in the commons

7:00 PM--8:00 PM

• Follow the schedule of your student

**5:00 PM--6:30 PM**

• Individual conferences with teachers.
• Please contact each teacher for an appointment.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease.  Boone County High School’s FBLA and FCCLA are selling HOPE t-shirts to raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation of Greater Cincinnati.  All proceeds made from this sale will go directly to this organization! Please consider purchasing a pink t-shirt. 

Homecoming Dance will take place on September 19th, 2015.  Location is BCHS commons from 8:00 PM--11:00 PM.  Click here for attachment.  

Click here for information on becoming a member of our Swim and Dive teams.

BCHS Spotlighters present the famous play INHERIT THE WIND--performances Thursday, November 12; Friday, November 13; and Saturday, November 14. Show time is 7PM. Cost is $5 per student and $8.00 per adult. 

Doors open at 6:15 P.M. and Show begins at 7:00. 

Admission: $5 Students/$8 Adults.

Picture Day is just around the corner.  The date is Friday, September 11th, 2015.  Click here for the picture order form.  

Bob McDermott, Outreach Counselor from Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA), will be presenting at Boone County High School at 6:30 p.m. October 27th.

Please join us for an informative evening that will cover topics such as KEES money, Financial Aid, grants, scholarships and much more. 

It is that time of year again, the annual clash of Boone County!  Again, the Spiridemic Shop at BCHS will be selling Boone vs. Ryle football t-shirts.  However, we will be doing things a little differently this year.

Fall performance dates for choir

October 15-       
 Fall Concert- Auditorium-
Student Call 6:00- Concert 7:00- $5.
REQUIRED PERFORMANCE
December 7-        
Winter Concert Dress Rehearsal- Auditorium- 3-6 pm- REQUIRED
December 8-        
Winter Concert- Student Call 6:00- Concert 7:00- $5. REQUIRED PERFORMANCE

Help us to once again win the Stuff The Bus Challenge. Bring school supplies to the Chick Fil A store on Houston Road in Florence from 11:00am - 7:00pm on Monday, July 27th and make sure they go into the Boone County Schools bus. If you bring 3 or more school supply items you receive a coupon for a free Chick Fil A chicken sandwhich. See you on Monday!

The 2015-2016 District Code of Conduct is now available!  As we are beginning the 2015-2016 school year please take time to review it.  

Interested in playing golf?

The Girls golf team is looking for a few more players.

If you are interested in playing please contact Coach Mueller at

patricia.mueller@boone.kyschools.us

Click here for Dual Enrollment Environmental Science Syllabus (NSC 214 & 214L).  

Grade 9 -  
Wednesday August 5^th  12:00 – 2:00 PM

Grade 10 – 12  
Thursday August 6^th, 7:30 AM – 12 PM & 2 PM – 6 PM

The following current and former BCHS students attended the Governor’s School for the Arts graduation ceremony on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Centre College.

Great No-Cost Summer College Workshops for parents and students    Click here for the flyer.  Dates and topics vary per workshop.  Each is listed with LIMITED seating available.  

Two Boone County High School journalism students have been recognized as among the best in the state for the second time in as many months when the state’s journalism association announced its annual awards on May 26.  Click here for full article.

Information has been released with summer workouts for any boy interested in playing boys soccer at Boone County next season.  Please email Coach Norris with any questions.  

Boone County High School Athletics will offer sports camps at various times over the summer months.  You can visit our athletic website to print the flyers for each camp or continue reading this article with the links.  

Freshman Orientation is scheduled for Wednesday, August 5th, 2015 from 8:00 AM-12:30 PM.  The purpose is to ease the transition from middle to high school. A day filled with activities, building relationships, getting to know your new school, and having some fun!

Click here for more information and signup sheet. 

Boone County High School art student's pieces will be in a show at the Contemporary Art Center running from May 4-6th.  The students have been a part of The Scripps School Program, funded by the Scripps Howard Foundation. 
They have experienced an artist visit, a hands-on experience to a pottery studio, and a visit to the CAC.  An opening reception will be held Monday, May 4th from 6-9 p.m. for all Scripps students and is open to the public.  Please come support BCHS art students and this amazing program.

The Boone County District Art Show is currently in the Boone County Public Library main branch.  The show is located on the second floor and is free to the public.  All Boone County elementary, middle, and high school schools are represented.   The reception for artists is 5-7 p.m. on Friday, April 24th.  Come support your community and your Boone County High School artists

Come join us to celebrate 30 years of dedication to our Lady Rebels Basketball Program.  See attached flyer.

Please come out April 25^th, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to support Boone County’s Girls Cross Country Team!  See attached flyer for additional details.

The annual Forensic team coffee house is going to be Tuesday, April 7^th in the commons from 6:00 – 8:00.  The cost is $5 for all and you will get to see some awesome students perform!  In addition to the awesome entertainment, you get all the pastries and drinks you would like.  All proceeds go to sending six students to the National tournament in Ft. Lauderdale.

Friday, May 29, 2015 is scheduled to be the last day for students.   Sunday, May 31^st at 2:00 p.m. will be the date and time of our graduation ceremony.

This is all dependent on no further inclement weather.

The Burlington location will only be providing written testing from 12:15 PM to 4:00 PM on Mondays and Tuesdays in April and May. They will operate on a normal schedule rest of week!

Tomorrow night the Academic Team will be hosting a fundraising night at City BBQ on Burlington Pike in Florence.  The team will receive 25% of dine in and carry out order sales when you present the attached flyer when ordering.

Please come and experience "Celebrate the Arts" night at Boone County High School on April 9th from 6:30-8:30 in the library.  Art and Photography on display. Free to the public

Live performances by: 
6:30-6:45  Choir
6:45-7:00 Dance
7:00-7:15  Band
7:15-7:30  Forensics
7:30-7:45 Choir
7:45-8:00 Forensics
8:00-8:15 Recognition of GSA competitors

BCHS bands (Symphonic and Wind Ensemble) participated in the Performance Assessment at NKU on Tuesday, March 10, 2015.  Both Bands received a Distinguished rating and our Wind Ensemble received a Distinguished rating for the 25^th year in a row.  Congratulations to Mr. Barnhill and all members of the BCHS Band Program! Check out the photos.

The girls soccer team wants you to show your Boone County spirit by visiting Chipotle on Tuesday, March 17th, 2015 between the hours of 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Mall Road in Florence.  Bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you're suporting the cause to make sure 50% of the proceeds will be donated to BCHS Lady Rebel's Soccer.

You’re smart, career-focused and ready for a well-paying career right now. Consider a career in advanced manufacturing and apply for KY FAME.  For more information see the questions and answers.

• Earn a two-year degree as an AdvancedManufacturing Technician (AMT)
• Work at a local employer for three daysa week (and get paid)
• After five semesters, you’ll have the opportunity to graduate with a degree, two-years work experience, no debt and a potential job.

Thursday, February 19th at 6:30 p.m. Boone County Schools will be hosting an information session on both Early College and the School of Design. The session will take place in the CAM Building on the Boone Campus of Gateway Community and Technical College.  During this 60 minute session parents and students will have an opportunity to learn more about the value and particulars of each program, and ask any questions they may have.  

Time: 6:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, February 19, 2015
Location: CAM Building, 500 Technology Way, Florence, KY 41042
Duration: 60 minutes

From March 4^th  – March 25^th, your child will have the opportunity to complete a survey at school called the Kentucky Student Voice Survey. This confidential survey allows students the opportunity to give feedback on specific aspects of his or her classroom experience. Students may take the survey in one or more of their teacher’s classrooms. It will be conducted during school hours only.

The primary purpose of this survey is to provide valuable information for educators who are working to improve classroom and learning conditions as well as how they teach. The Student Voice Survey has been extensively researched and has proven it to be an accurate, effective and reliable tool,when used along with other measures, for providing feedback to teachers that will help them become more effective educators.

Click here to get information on tryouts for students interested in Boone County High School baseball grades 8th-12th.  Visit our website.  Password is rebels.  

When: Mon: Feb 16^th

1. 4:30-7pm
2. 8^th-12^th Graders
3. Meet in side in front of the big gym 

Congratulations to Boone County High School Biology Teacher Mr. Lenny Beck for being named National Region V Biology Teacher of the Year by the National Association of Biology Teachers.  Click here for more information on Mr. Beck's award.

Art Club is sponsoring a quarter/paddle auction to benefit the BCHS Art Club February 15th, 2015.  Click here for more details. All paddle sales proceeds will go to support the Boone County High School Art Club

Come out and support the girls soccer team on February 28th at a Beef O' Brady Pancake Fundraiser.  The team is raising money to attend camp this summer.  
See attached flyer for additional information or emal Coach Hughes @ mike.hughes@boone.kyschools.us.  Tickets are required and need to be purchased ahead of time for an accurate account.  Thanks for the support.  

Students attending Boone County High School next year and their parents are invited to an 8th Grade Parent/Student Night on Tuesday at 6:30 pm in the BCHS Commons. This is your opportunity to learn about the new programs and possibilities available at BCHS before you submit your scheduling request for the 2015-16 school year.

Congratulations to the Boone County High School Varsity Cheerleading Team.  They competed in the Northern KY Cheerleading Coaches Association Annual Tournament at the Bank of Kentucky Center on January 25, 2015.  They won the Large Varsity Division and were named overall 
Grand Champions.  Click for Image

The following students from BCHS were chosen to be a part of the Northern Kentucky Select Band.  Over 400 students auditioned for a spot in this group and only 155 were accepted.  You should be proud of the effort shown by these students (and Mr. Barnhill) to go beyond the regular curriculum and seek out advanced performance opportunities.

The Freestore Foodbank Mobile Pantry is coming to the Boone County Public Library's Florence Branch Library on Wednesday, January 28 between noon and 2:00 p.m. for a Mobile Pantry distribution. The library is located at 7425 US 42, Florence, KY 41042. 

As we enter the winter months there is a possibility that school could be delayed or even cancelled due to inclement weather.  Please review our district inclement weather page for information regarding how the decision is made to delay or cancel school, what it means when school is delayed or cancelled, and how that information is communicated out.  You can also review our district windchill policy on that page as well.

School reusmes Monday January 5th.  Happy Holidays from the staff and students of the Boone County Schools!

From December 7^th through the 9^th, seven students from Boone County High School (BCHS) attended the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA), a three-day conference where students participate in a direct simulation of the Commonwealth’s democratic process.  

Click here for article.  

Click here for a Flyer advertising the Northern Kentucky FAME Chapter Open House for December 17^th which,  will be held at the METS Center located in Erlanger, off of I-275 and Mineola Pike. You will also receive information from Gateway Community and Technical College

The Winter Choral Concert is on December 11 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.  Tickets are $5.  

Boone County High School students from Jeff Von Handorf’s Work Place Readiness class and Cindy Wallace’s Accounting class attended an investment simulation at NKU, on November 11.  

Boone County Schools is happy to announce a new program for students - Microsoft Student Advantage Program. This program is available to any student enrolled in Boone County Schools as part of the district's licensing agreement with Microsoft. The Microsoft Student Advantage Program allows students to install Office 365 Pro applications on up to 5 devices - PC, MAC, and/or mobile device - FREE!

Boone County High School Spotlighters present the play Arsenic and Old Lace, November 13-14 and 15. Doors open at 6:15 pm and the play starts at 7pm. Admission is $5 for students and $8 for adults

Picture retake day is Friday, 11/7.  The first round of school pictures will be distributed Friday, 10/31 in homeroom.  Click here for the picture form.

The Boone County volleyball team prepared and packed meals to be delivered to families in this region as a part of its participation in the 

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy.

The team traveled to Bellevue High School on October 16th and worked with other high school students in a national Chick-fil-A Leader Academy initiative to feed 1 million hungry children.

On October 4, 2014, the Boone County High School Future Business Leaders of America chapter had 22 members volunteer at Pawapalooza, held at the Boone County Fair Grounds.

The Contemporary Arts Center is extremely excited to welcome two students from Boone County High School into the new Contemporary Young Adult program.

Boone County High School teacher Jay VanRyzin has been accepted to participate in the 2014-15 TALENTS Leadership Academy presented by the Kentucky Association for Career and Technical Education (KACTE).

Dates are October 18th-19th, 2014 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Bowling Green, Ky.

 JV & Varsity Level Try-outs:  Oct. 15 - 2:45-5:00. Oct. 16 - 4:45-7:00. Oct. 17 -  2:45-5:00 @ BCHS gymnasium.    Questions: email Coach Nell Fookes @ nell.fookes@boone.kyschools.us

Freshmen Level Try-outs: Week of Oct. 20, exact dates and times will be announced.  Listen to school announcements and check web page for exact date and times.  Questions: email Coach Molly Hug @ molly.hug@boone.kyschools.us

Homecoming Tea is Thursday, Sept 25^th at 5:00.  The parade is September 26th.  We will leave from the Florence Govt building and back to school.  Homecoming game is at 7:00 PM with the dance taking place Saturday September 27th from 8-11  

Quarter Auction  fundraiser for BCHS’ cheerleaders:  Oct. 23^rd

Yearbooks will be distributed beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 16 in the commons during lunch.  Graduates may pick up books in the main office during school business hours

Boone vs. Ryle football t-shirts are available to order 

Picture Day for Grades 9-11 on Friday, September 12.

 Click here for order form.  

The football game @ Covington Catholic on 8/23/2014 has been moved to 10:00 AM due to possible heat index.

The Robotics team is sponsoring a craft fair on September 27th, 2014 @ Boone County High School.  Location in school commons from 10:00 AM---3:00 PM.

 FREE PARKING, FACE PAINTING, LEGO PLAY AREA, DRINKS/SNAKCS AVAILABLE.  Click for craft fair poster.docx and application.

Boone County High School would like to recognize our new coaches:

Welcome to Boone County Schools