Week of October 9th - October 13th, 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:
Monday, Oct 9th -> Tulsa Community College - 5th hour @ 2:20
Tuesday, Oct 10th -> OSU IT Career Encounters. More information under the Upcoming College and Career Events section.
Wednesday, Oct 11 -> PSAT/NMSQT during 1st, 2nd, and 3rd hour. More information located under Upcoming Test Dates
Thursday, Oct 12th -> University of Oklahoma - 5th hour @ 2:20
Future Events:
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
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/bixby-high-school/page/counselor
Please know that you are responsible for any classwork or assignments missed during these events.
October 16th --> Community Care College/Clary Sage/OK Technical College - SPACE
October 16th --> University of Tulsa - 5th hour @ 2:20
October 17th --> Oklahoma State University - SPACE
October 26th --> Rose State College - SPACE
October 31st --> Northeastern State University - 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/W557VdNNxpnZHxvG9
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/bixby-high-school/page/parking-permits
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
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 9 - Spartan Bacon Cheeseburger, crispy oven fries and steamed carrots
Tuesday, Oct 10 - Loaded Tater Tots, seasoned green peas and frosted sugar cookie
Wednesday, Oct 11 - Chicken Smackers, mashed potatoes with creamy gravy, seasoned green beans and hot roll
Thursday, Oct 12 - Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta, steamed broccoli and garlic toast
Friday, Oct 13 - Beefy Cheese Nachos, mexicali corn and cheesy refried beans
Fun Random Fact:
The unicorn is the national animal of Scotland. The unicorn was a symbol of innocence and purity in Celtic mythology. However, it was also associated with power and masculinity. Romantic stories about chivalry and dominance associated with the unicorn may be why it was chosen as Scotland's national animal... or maybe they were just having a laugh. Either way, we approve!
If you would like anything added to the weekly bulletin, please email asimic@bixbyps.org