Week of October 2nd - October 6th, 2023
Great Expectations for October:
Character Trait: Self Discipline- the ability to choose and control one's own actions
Quote of the month: "If we were supposed to talk more than we listen, we would have two mouths and one ear." Mark Twain
Focus: We will use good manners, saying "please," "thank you," and "excuse me" and allow others to go first.
Upcoming Events
This week:
Oct 3rd - Sophomore class ring presentation @ 10:50 during SPACE in auditorium
Oct 3rd - Senior Cap & Gown Presentations - 10:00 & 12:30. Please attend one of the presentations.
Future Events:
Oct 10th - OSU IT Career Encounters. More information under the Upcoming College and Career Events section.
Oct 11th - PSAT/NMSQT during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd hour. More information located below under Upcoming Test Dates.
Oct 18th - Distance Learning day for all 9th, 11th, 12th graders. 10th grade students will be testing for the first part of the day followed by College and Career Activities in the afternoon.
Oct 19th-20th - NO SCHOOL. Fall Break
Oct 23rd - NO SCHOOL. Professional Development for teachers
Oct 30th - Red Cross Blood Drive. Signups will take place during lunch the week before. Students need to be 16 or older to donate. If students are 16, it is required for a parent to sign the permission slip. If 17 or older, they do not need a permission slip signed.
Oct 31st - Picture Retakes
November 8th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 15th - Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 20th-24th - NO SCHOOL. Thanksgiving Break
December 21st - Jan 7th - NO SCHOOL. Winter Break
HOCO is the week of October 2-6. This year's theme is Pixar.
Monday - PJ's
Tuesday - Sun or Ski (beach or mountain wear)
Wednesday - Zoom Call - Dress up on top / casual on the bottom
Thursday - BBQ Dads and Soccer Moms
Upcoming Test Dates:
PSAT/NMSQT- registration is open for all Sophomores and Juniors. Test will be Wednesday, October 11th during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd hour.
This is a National Qualifying Test for 11th grade students. A message has been sent out to students and parents with the registration link.
PreACT- for all 10th grade students. (no registration required) Test will be Wednesday, Oct. 18th. **This is a distance learning day for 9th, 11th and 12th grade students** 10th grade will be testing the first part of the day followed by College and Career Activities in the afternoon.
Upcoming College Representative Visits:
Please sign up with Mrs. Webb in the Counseling Office or via email at jwebb@bixbyps.org if you are interested in attending an upcoming College Representative visit. Location information for the visits will be provided closer to the date visit. All of these visits will be on the BHS Campus
Check the Counseling Office website regularly. Additional visits will be added soon as well as scholarship information and College Events hosted by various universities!.
https://www.bixbyps.org/o/bixb...
Please know that you are responsible for any classwork or assignments missed during these events.
October 9th --> Tulsa Community College - 5th hour @ 2:20
October 12th --> University of Oklahoma - 5th hour @ 2:20
October 17th --> Oklahoma State University - SPACE
October 24th --> Northeastern State University - SPACE
October 26th --> Rose State College - SPACE
Upcoming College and Career Events:
OSU IT Career Encounters- Registration is open. Event date is Oct 10th from 8:45am-2:00pm. We had over 150 students in grades 9-12 that attended the event last year. Students must register and complete a transportation waiver.
Career Talk - "Careers in Construction" October 17th during SPACE Time - Room TBA. Sign-Ups will be in 5-star app.
Build My Future - Tulsa Technology Event scheduled for students interested in Construction. Event Date is November 1st. Registration will open on October 9th.
Indian Ed Tutoring:
Attention 9-12th graders! Indian Ed Math Tutoring Sessions are coming your way. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-5pm for expert guidance in math!
Our dedicated tutor will provide personalized support, helping you sharpen your math skills and tackle challenging concepts with confidence.
Whether it's algebra, geometry, or any other math topic, we've got you covered! Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your math foundation.
Where: Bixby Alternative Education Center
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4-5pm.
Please contact Mrs. Thomas at tthomas@bixbyps.org if you have any questions!
Events and Accolades
We would like to start giving upcoming events (happening in Bixby) and accolades a shoutout on our upcoming broadcasts. Please click on the link below to let us know of something good happening! Click on the link to fill out the form. https://forms.gle/W557VdNNxpnZ...
Parking Permits:
Parking permits are required to park on campus. You must have a current 2023-2024 parking permit. Your permit needs to be facing outwards so we can see the current permit hanging from your rearview mirror. Old permits and backwards facing permits will not work and could result in getting a parking sticker on your car. Student parking permits can be purchased from the following link: https://www.bixbyps.org/o/bixb...
Students will need to do the following to purchase a parking permit: 1) Please pay the $15 for the athletic drug test on My School Bucks.
2) Please pay the $20 for the parking permit on My School Bucks.
3) Fill out the Google form on the BHS website.
Once all 3 steps are completed, you can pick up your permit from Mrs. Simic in the Assistant Principal's Office, which is located next to the Attendance Office in the East hallway.
Also a reminder the Bixby High School is a closed campus for all 3 lunches and students are expected to eat in the cafeteria area. Further, students are expected to remain in those areas for the duration of the lunch period. Students SHOULD NOT BE IN THE PARKING LOT OR OTHER AREAS OF THE SCHOOL DURING THEIR ASSIGNED LUNCH PERIODS WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM THE OFFICE. Any student who arrives to school during their lunch period should proceed directly to the cafeteria areas. Students in violation of these policies will be subject to discipline.
Senior 2024 Info: All of this information is located in the Senior Class Info on Canvas
Wednesday, October 3rd - Josten's will meet with Seniors for Graduation products and Cap & Gown presentation and pass out ordering information. Attend at 10:00 or 12:30
Tuesday, October 10th - Josten's will be on campus from 10:00-1:00 in the Commons to take your order payment for Senior Grad Products.
Wednesday, May 22nd - Graduation @ 7:00pm. ORU Mabee Center.
Cafeteria News:
Breakfast is $1.55 and lunch is $3.10 If you are needing assistance with free and reduced meals please see Ms. Spalding. Her office is located in FA1 or click on the link to fill out the form. https://www.nlappscloud.com/
Lunch Menu for the week:
DAILY a la carte : Sparky's pizza, fruit and veggie bar, assorted fruit juices and milk
Monday, Oct 2 - Cuban Sandwich (lettuce, tomato, pickles)with crispy oven fries and steamed carrots
Tuesday, Oct 3 - Macaroni & Cheese with little smokies, seasoned green peas and chocolate fudge brownie
Wednesday, Oct 4 - Crispy Steak Fingers, ,mashed potatoes with beef gravy, seasoned green beans and hot roll
Thursday, Oct 5 - Chicken Alfredo, garlic toast and steamed broccoli
Friday, Oct 6 - Chicken Fajita Burrito Bowl
Fun Random Fact:
Astronauts say space smells like hot meat. In a video, NASA astronaut Tony Antonelli said that space smells "strong and unique". He said he has never smelled anything like it on Earth. Others have described the smell as “seared steak and raspberries”, smokey and bitter. Mmm, delicious outer space!
If you would like anything added to the weekly bulletin, please email asimic@bixbyps.org