Embedded Files
A FAMILY OF LIFELONG LEARNERS
PRINCIPAL'S MINUTE
Recently, the faculty was asked to think about someone at Bartlett who inspired them. Then they were asked to write down on an "Inspire me card" the details of these thoughts. The outpouring of admiration for other faculty and staff was amazing to witness.
In our busy lives, it is important to take time to reflect on the qualities of those we admire and an even more important, to intentionally practice and try each day to live up to that example. We should be grateful for this opportunity and excited at the challenge to inspire others in the same way we are inspired.
Please follow this link to read some of these inspiring stories of people who work at Bartlett every day!
As Always--Go Bears!
Sean
FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT
Bartlett Fine Arts has been busy this year! On November 10th we had a great turnout for our annual Fine Arts Showcase, featuring performances by our Drumline, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Treble Choir, Bear-a-Tones, and Orchestra. The Gallery was also full of great new pieces by Bartlett Artists.
We also had eight students selected to perform with the All-State Band, Orchestra, and Choir at West High School on November 20th. This is like the State Championship of music, and it’s always great to see so many Bartlett musicians selected to participate in this prestigious audition-only event.
Bartlett Visual Artists continue to update the Gallery each month for their Second Friday shows, November had some great pieces focusing on the theme of mental health.
In other big news, we’ve opened a new Fine Arts Computer Lab, which allows us to enrich our existing Fine Arts classes as well as expand into new elective offerings including a Piano Keyboarding class.
If you have any questions about Fine Arts at Bartlett, please contact our Fine Arts Department Chair, Michael Preskitt at preskitt_michael@asdk12.org.
Upcoming Fine Arts events
Band Concert - December 7th
Orchestra Concert - December 9th
Art "Second Fridays" - Dec 10
Choir Concert - December 14th.
BEAR BRAGS
CHECK OUT IMAGES OF THE EXCITING EVENTS OUR STUDENTS ARE ENGAGED IN.
CURRICULUM CORNER
CURRICULUM CORNER
Greetings from the Curriculum office! We have a lot of exciting activities and opportunities for our students for the remainder of the semester.
Please remind students to bring their Chromebooks and chargers each day so they are able to access their class material on Canvas and participate in classroom activities.
Career Resource Center:
Tenesha Williams, Academic Scheduler, can help you with your post-secondary plans that include SAT/ACT sign-up, Scholarships, Portfolios, College visits, resumes, and jobs. She is available at the CRC (right across the Main Office) every Tuesday through Thursday during lunch and every Thursday during 6th hour
Visit the CRC Website!
Next SAT Exam Date:
Saturday, March 12, 2022 - Registration Deadline: Friday, February 11, 2022
Next ACT Exam Date:
Saturday, February 12, 2022 - Registration Dateline: Friday, January 7, 2022
Alaska Railroad Tour Guide Training Program
Tour Guide Training Program Information
Alaska Railroad Tour Guide Training Program Application
Free Online College Admissions and Scholarship Essay Workshop by Story Works Alaska
Free Online College Admissions and Scholarship Essay Workshop by Story Works Alaska
Any youth (ages 14-24) interested in applying to college are invited to attend regardless of high school graduation status. Students can come with their written (or unwritten) essays, a paragraph or outline, or no ideas at all! There will be individualized essay support, including brainstorming sessions and lots of small group sessions with personalized advice from local community members!
Participants must register beforehand and live in AK. (The registration form is linked below and is also included on the webpage and poster below). Please let me know if you have any questions.
Date: December 7th & December 9th
Time: 3:00p - 5:00p each day
Location : Zoom
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - Application is Now Open!
In order to apply for the Alaska Performance Scholarship (APS), Federal and State loans, and work studies, seniors will need to fill out the FAFSA
Success Center
Starting October 1, 2021, students and parents can schedule a one-on-one session with the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education (ACPE) Success Center staff (by clicking on https://acpe-successcenter.youcanbook.me/) to set up their FSA ID and/or complete their FAFSA. Scheduling these sessions can be done online or set-up over the phone. This gives families the opportunity to gather their documents in advance of the session to help ensure their time is maximized. Please see your School Counselor if you have any questions.
THE ARMED SERVICES VOCATIONAL APTITUDE BATTERY (ASVAB)
The ASVAB is a multiple-choice test, administered by the US Military Entrance Processing Command, used to determine qualification for enlistment in the United States Armed Forces.
ASVAB @ BHS: 12/8/21, 2/23/22, & 4/20/22. SEE YOUR COUNSELOR TO SIGN UP.
TRIO UPWARD BOUND
TRIO Upward Bound adventured out into the snowstorm on Veteran's Day to take in a planetarium show and explore exhibits at the Anchorage Museum. UB prepares students to successfully complete high school and enroll in postsecondary education by providing academic advising, career exploration, tutoring, college planning, college tours, cultural enrichment experiences, leadership opportunities and more. We are currently accepting application from freshman and sophomores interested in joining, application and information can be found in the TRIO Room (341) Tue- Thur.
SHOUT OUTS
To submit a shout-out in the next newsletter to a student, parent/guardian, faculty, or staff member, please submit the form below. Entries can remain anonymous.
Elizabeth March - Thank you for always being there! You are an amazing person and I will truly miss you! - Anonymous
Azare Aumua - I’m so proud of all your hard work and dedication to School. Also, for always being kind and standing up for others and not Judging! We need more people like you in this world. Keep up the great work!!! - Anonymous
Javarius Watkins - Javarius, Son we are so proud of the Godly young man you are. Continue to let your light shine so that others see the God in you. Keep striving for excellence in all you do son. Love Dad, Bonus Mom, Tolliyah, Tollius and Lil Momma
Tayler Buckingham - I want you to know that I see you trying really hard, and doing the best job that you can in class. You should be proud of yourself. Remember, as long as you are doing the very best that you can, from the bottom of your heart, that is enough. You are funny, quick-witted, and kind to others. I have seen you go out of your way to help other students, and that is very admirable. You keep up the good work, you are an excellent example to others. - Anonymous
Keenan Wilkerson - Good job Keenan! Your family is very proud of you! - Angela Ray
Jennifer Corcoran - Ms. Corcoran is so helpful and kind to my son Carson Cooper. She is always willing to make him feel welcomed and supported at school! Thanks so much! Sincerely, Chantelle and Carson
Dustin Miller - I am so grateful and proud he is willing and wanting to stay in school! He is growing up to be a great blessing and young man, in and out of home! Keep up the good work, effort and keep moving forward son! - Rosemary Miller
Mr. Cannamore and the Bartlett Band - I thoroughly enjoy when you play for our school in the mornings. You all sound amazing and provide a great way to start the day! Thank you for all of your hard work. - From Angela Ramey
Several of my students inspire me because despite their differences they manage to have a positive outlook and still believe in themselves.
Vernadette Fernandez-Alexie inspires me because she takes the time to learn about the people around her, values people, and reminds them they are important.
Jeremiah Brown-Spiropolos inspires me because he is a true friend, showing compassion kindness, and care. He is willing to share his life with others and is truly interested in others.
NURSE'S NOTES
The RICE Treatment Method is predominantly what we do in the Nurse's Office. Unfortunately, many students don't always follow the treatment instructions, which can prolong the discomfort and healing process. All 4 steps really do help with the healing process.
RICE Method for Injuries
Rest: Pain is the body’s signal that something is wrong. As soon as you feel hurt, stop the activity and rest as much as possible for 24-48 hours. Resting also helps prevent an increase in bruising.
Ice: A tried and true method for relieving pain and swelling. Apply ice for 20 mins every 3 hours for the first 24-48 hours after injury.
Compression: Wrap the affected area with an elastic medical bandage (ACE wrap).
Elevate: Raise the sore area above the level of the heart to reduce pain, throbbing, and swelling.
Accompany RICE with over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (such as ibuprofen) following the dosing per the package.
YEARBOOK
Yearbooks are for sale!
They are $85.
Senior ads are for sale! Celebrate your senior with their very own page in the book! (Space is limited)
Purchase both here! >>> https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1115509/Bartlett-High-School/
SPIRIT WEEK
SPIRIT WEEK
Spirit Week is coming up! Check out the dates and show your school spirit by dressing up!
Monday 12/6: Holiday PJs
Tuesday 12/7: Class Competition (Seniors-Reindeer, Juniors-Gingerbread, Sophomore-Snowman, Freshmen-Candy Canes, Staff-Snowflakes)
Wednesday 12/8: Ugly Sweaters
Thursday 12/9: Favorite Holiday Movie Character
Friday 12/10: Holiday colors (Blue, Silver, Red, Green) Anything festive
LIBRARY NEWS
LIBRARY NEWS
The ASD Bookmark Contest is HERE! The deadline to submit a bookmark is Friday, December 3! The theme this year is Together@OurLibrary. You can get templates from Ms. Holderith in the library. Show your creativity and win prizes by creating a bookmark! We can't wait to see what you submit!
Battle of the Books is happening now!
GRADE WAIVERS
Over the last 1.5 years, ASD has offered Grade Waivers to allow students to participate in sports even if their grades did not qualify them to do so. Now that we are back in face-to-face school and offering free afterschool tutoring, Bartlett will not issue Grade Waivers next semester to play sports. Students must have at least a 2.0 GPA and be passing 5 classes to be eligible.
SENIORS!! SENIORS!! SENIORS!!
SENIORS!! SENIORS!! SENIORS!!
** Remember: If your name does not appear correctly in Zangle/Q, you need to complete the yellow name form so your name will be written correctly on your diploma.
CHROMEBOOK INFORMATION
CHROMEBOOK INFORMATION
Please return any BLUE Dell Computers.
They are outdated and will be shut off soon. We will gladly exchange it with a newer model Chromebook.
**************************************
The district has approved of issuing fines for lost or damaged District-Issued Chromebooks.
The following is a list of the fines that may be charged.
Lost/Missing ChromeBook - $299
Lost/Missing/Damaged (unusable) Charger - $25
Damage to ChromeBook:
Screen Replacement - $50
Hinge - must replace device - $299
LCD Top Cover - $25
Front Screen Bezel (frame around screen) - $20
Bottom Cover - $25
Keyboard - $50
Missing Keys - $5 each key up to the price of a keyboard replacement
Top Case - $75
USB-C Ports/Input Ports -$150
Camera/Microphone - $25
Please bring any unused Chromebooks to the Student Services office.
EARPHONES, EARBUDS, AND PHONES
Please remember, earphones and earbuds are not permitted at Bartlett between the hours of 7 am and 2 pm. Cell phones cause a lot of distractions as well. Cell phones should not be used in classrooms or passing periods. Teachers may limit the use of cell phones in the class as well. If seen, a staff member will confiscate the device and bring it to Student Services where it will be logged and locked up. If it is the student's first offense, the student may pick up the device after 2 pm. If the device is confiscated again, a parent/guardian who is listed in Q will have to come into the school and pick up the device at their convenience.
We encourage parents to call the front office to send important messages to their students instead of texting or calling.
HELPFUL LINKS
STUDENT ACCIDENT & SICKNESS COVERAGE
Anchorage School District does not provide medical coverage for student injuries. However, ASD has made available an option for families to purchase a low-cost accident insurance program. Information is available at the school's front office, online at www.myers-stevens.com or by calling 800-827-4695. Bilingual services are available.
Page updated
Report abuse