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News from the Nest: July 2025
Message from the Principal
Greetings from Bow High School. I hope this message finds everyone enjoying the summer months and spending time with family and friends. Each week, once the school year begins, I send out a message with information pertaining to the school. This message includes some important information as well as forms that need to be signed (near the end of this message you will find all the forms that need to be completed grouped together).
The theme for this coming school year is “Humankind: Be Both”. There is a story that a student once asked anthropologist Margaret Mead what she believed was the first sign of civilization in an ancient culture. Expecting a technical answer to their question the student was surprised by her response: “The first sign of civilization is a broken femur that has healed.” She went on to explain that in the wild, a broken bone usually meant death. An injured animal couldn’t hunt, flee, or find water, and without help, it would perish alone. Nature doesn’t pause, wait, or care.
But a healed femur told a different story. It meant someone saw the injury, stopped their own life to look after the injured individual, staying long enough for them to recover. For Mead, this was the true beginning of civilization: the moment when empathy overcame instinct. When caring became an act of collective survival.
As we head into a new school year let’s remember to always practice compassion and empathy towards one another and be both human and kind.
New Student Orientation and Tour
The BHS School Counseling Department will be hosting an Orientation and Tour of the school for new BHS students on August 20th (9:00-11:00) and August 21st (1:00-3:00). Students should attend one of these dates if possible and will have a chance to see where their classes meet. During this time students will also be given their Chromebook. Please bring this completed form with you (there will be blank copies available as well) Chromebook Permission Use (9th Grade and All New Students). Parents are welcome to attend orientation with their student(s).
Opening of School
The first day for all students will be Wednesday, August 27th. The schedule for the first three days of the school year can be found here: First week of 25-26SY. Here is the bell schedule for the school year: Daily Bell Schedule
Open House
Open House will be Thursday, August 28th. Parents will start off in the auditorium at 5:30 and then follow their student’s schedule beginning at 6:00. Here is the Open House Schedule.
Message about Transportation
Please be aware that school bus transportation is not assigned automatically for BHS students, and you will need to arrange transportation by contacting bus coordinator Erin Smith at erinsmith@sau67nh.gov .
Advisory
We are excited to reintroduce an advisory to Bow High School. The mission of our Advisory Program is to create opportunities to explore interests, build relationships, and develop skills to empower students. Advisory fosters meaningful connections in an environment in which every student is valued.
Advisory meets twice a week, Tuesdays and Fridays, for 20 minutes. Here is the schedule for the days we have advisories: Bell Schedule. To create room in our schedule for the advisory we will have one lunch on Tuesdays and Fridays to maintain instructional time. Those with Junior/Senior Privileges, and wish leave the building Period 7 or 8, will be able to leave at the same time on advisory days as they can on other days.
Here are some additional details about advisory:
Connections between staff and students that provide the opportunity to foster a positive school culture have been shown by research to positively impact both attendance and academic performance. We look forward to implementing an advisory that will benefit the school community and look forward to gathering feedback throughout the year.
School Meetings
Last year we began running school meetings. We had the Adjunct General of the New Hampshire Army National Guard come speak to students, a trivia contest between staff and students, a performance by a world-class pianist, and a talk by an outdoorsman on overcoming challenges. These meetings are another way we build community through shared experiences and, at the same time, offer opportunities to hear from special guests.
It is our expectation that students attend both advisory and school meetings as they would other academic classes. Unless a student has an appointment we ask that parents not dismiss their student from these obligations.
Athletic Registration
Sign-ups for Fall Sports are now underway. Please follow this link to the BHS Athletic Page and the registration form through FinalForms: BHS Athletic Page (Registration)
Parking
Based on feedback from the BHS Student Senate we are changing how students park this coming school year. The first student lot will be designated as the “Senior Lot”. Only Seniors with a senior parking permit (unique color) will be allowed to park in the first lot. The other student lots are open for students to park in any legal parking space with a permit. This includes seniors if the Senior Lot is full. Although each spot is numbered, students will not have an assigned parking spot in the student lots; they can park in any open student spot. If a student does not wish to purchase a permit they may park for free in the dirt lot at the entrance to Falcon Way.
Parking permits will be on sale the week of August 18th, Monday through Friday 8:00 to 3:00. Because there are no assigned spots students do not need to rush to get a permit on the first day and can come by anytime that week. Students need to bring their license, registration, check ($40 made out to Bow High School), and the signed Parking Agreement. If you have any questions please review the Student Parking FAQ sheet or contact Assistant Principal Brenda Barth at bbarth@sau67nh.gov.
Cell Phone Ban
The New Hampshire State Legislature passed, and the Governor signed, a bill that bans cell phone use “bell to bell” in New Hampshire schools. This means that all students in the state will not be able to use their cell phones or personal devices for any reason throughout the entirety of the school day including lunch, in the hallways, in the bathroom, or during “free” periods. Exceptions included in the law are for students with medical, language, or special education needs as determined in an IEP or 504 Plan.
We are going to need families to help and support us as we follow this new law. Ideally, students will leave their phones at home or in their vehicle. We cannot, as dictated by law, allow students access to their phones. If a message needs to get to a student it must come through the Main Office.
For some students this new law is going to be a significant change in their daily routine. It would benefit students to begin lessening their cell phone usage during the summer so that it isn’t as big of a change when school starts at the end of August. Thank you for your help.
Assistance for Students
Throughout the year your student may choose to take part in an activity that has a fee. Examples include club outings, the Junior/Senior Prom, or class trips. We never want finances to limit a student’s opportunity to participate in the life of the school. If there is concern about any fees please reach out directly to either me or your student’s school counselor so we can assist.
Additionally, we have a Care Closet established in the BHS library that has items of necessity as well as Bow High School gear that are available for students to take.
Pictures and School IDs
Pictures for students will be taken on 8/27 and 8/28 during the day. Students should plan to have their picture taken during their prep/open period. Students in 9th grade will go down with their “Falcon Time” group for their pictures.
All students need to have their picture taken for school ID. This includes seniors who may have previously done a Senior Portrait or Yearbook picture.
SAT Results
Last April students in Grade 11 took the required state assessment (the SAT). I am pleased to report that Bow High School increased its overall average score from previous years and scored 50 points higher than the state average of all NH schools, and 60 points higher than the average of NH public schools (BHS: 1055, State of NH: 1005, State of NH Public Schools: 995).
Student Handbook
Bow High School has a digital handbook that can be found on our website: BHS Student Handbook. This handbook includes policies and procedures that are important for students to be familiar with prior to the start of the school year.
Once you have reviewed the handbook, please have BOTH the student and a parent complete the digital form. Thank you. Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form
Junior and Senior Privilege (formerly “Open Campus”)
Students in 11th and 12th grade have the privilege of signing out at the front desk and leaving the building when they do not have a scheduled obligation (Class, Advisory, School Meeting) as long as permission is granted by a parent/guardian. If you would like your student to have this privilege please read and complete the following digital form: Junior & Senior Privilege. This form needs to be completed by both the student and parent/guardian.
This privilege may be revoked due to unexcused absences, behavior, or academic standing. Junior and Senior Privilege is not accessible to students in grades 9 or 10. Please contact Assistant Principal Brenda Barth (bbarth@sau67nh.gov) with any questions.
Media Consent
Please take time to review the following form which explains our media procedures and includes an opt-out option: Media Consent Form
Free and Reduced Lunch
The following link will open information and an application for free and reduced lunch: Free & Reduced Lunch Info and Application If you have any questions please contact Tyfany Carbone at tcarbone@sau67nh.gov .
Forms to Complete
To help with organization, here are the forms all in one spot that need to be completed:
In the Classroom
When school ended, and summer began, over twenty students had the opportunity to take a class focused on the Second World War. This class, taught by Mr. Derek DeAngelis and Dr. Paul Cohen, had students learn about the causes of the war, how the war was fought, and the impact the war had on civilians and soldiers alike. Students read the novel The Bedford Boys and had the opportunity to visit Battleship Cove in Fall River Massachusetts and the Wright Museum in Wolfeboro, NH. For the final assessment students researched and put together a project on a topic of their choice from World War II.
Athletic Schedule
Below are the games scheduled for the week(s) ahead (please confirm with your athlete as schedules change). For up to date schedule information please visit the BHS Athletics Website
Monday, August 18th
Events (in the coming weeks)
Monday, August 18th
Wednesday, August 20th
Thursday, August 21st
Wednesday, August 27th
Thursday, August 28th
Friday, August 29th
Important Links
Websites
Social Media Accounts
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Links for BHS Graduates
Below are some links to videos and photographs from the past week as we celebrated the Class of 2025:
Class of 2025 Walkthrough of the Other Schools
Below is a message from the IT Department to BHS graduates about student email accounts. Make sure that if you used your school email account for college, work, or scholarships that you update them with a new address:
News from the Nest: 6/08/25
Message from the Principal
The last week of school brings a mix of emotions for students and staff alike. There is excitement, anticipation, sadness, and joy all mixed together. For me, there is one emotion that I am feeling more than any other as the year comes to a conclusion and that is a feeling of pride in our school community. I have said it several times before and I truly mean it: we have the best staff of any school in the state and our students make coming to work a joy each and every day. To those of you graduating, congratulations and I am excited to celebrate with you on Friday. To the students returning to BHS in the fall, get some relaxation this summer and enjoy time with friends and family. To my colleagues, thank you for everything you do for our students and each other. And to the members of our greater school community, thank you for sharing your students with us and the unconditional support the towns of Bow and Dunbarton give to our school.
The Commencement Ceremony for members of the Class of 2025 will take place Friday, June 13th at 4:00PM at Sullivan Arena on the campus of Saint Anselm College. Prior to then there are two mandatory graduation rehearsals: June 12th at BHS (beginning at 12:00PM) and June 13th at Saint Anselm (9:00AM). All graduating seniors are required to attend both rehearsals.
This coming week we have classes Monday through Thursday with Friday being designated a Recovery Day. The Recovery Day allows students to complete assessments prior to the end of the school year to either earn credit for a course or qualify for summer competency recovery. If a student needs to attend the Recovery Day they will be notified by their teacher.
It has been a pleasure working with the students and families of BHS this year: please continue to keep in touch and have a great week!
From the Nurse’s Office
If your student has any controlled medication that is stored at the school, a guardian needs to be the one to come in and pick it up; we cannot give medication to students to carry home. Please make arrangements to come in and pick medications up this week and let me know if you have any questions.
Senior Events this Week.
Monday is the Boston Harbor Cruise. Students who purchased tickets should plan to arrive at BHS by 3:45PM for a 4:00PM departure. Dress for this event is semi-formal. I anticipate arriving back at BHS between 11:00PM and 11:30PM.
Wednesday is the Six Flags Trip. Students who are going to the park should arrive at 7:45AM to board buses.
Thursday is a busy day. The Senior BBQ is from 11:00 - 12:00. At 12:00 graduation rehearsal begins. This rehearsal includes the class photograph, distribution of caps and gowns, visits to the other 3 schools in the SAU, and a walk-through of the ceremony. This practice will go until 3:00PM.
Sports Awards take place on Thursday as well with a BBQ at 5:00PM followed by the awards at 6:00PM.
Friday is the big day! Graduation rehearsal will begin promptly at 9:00AM. This rehearsal is usually two hours in length. The Commencement Ceremony begins at 4:00PM. Students should plan to arrive no later than 3:15PM and head to where they will line up.
A Note about Commencement
At the conclusion of the Commencement Ceremony there is a formal recessional. The band will be playing the recessional while staff form a tunnel that graduates walk through as a final congratulations and farewell. Please remain in your seats until the last graduate has departed.
Commencement Ceremony Live Feed
For family and friends who are unable to attend graduation, here is the live feed link: BHS 2025
BHS This Summer
The high school will be a hub of activity this summer. Bow Parks and Rec will be here, Extended School Year classes for BES, BMS, and BHS, as well as a number of professional development events for teachers in the SAU will all be using our space. If you have a facilities request please go through Jenn St. Cyr in the Main Office.
Yearbooks for 2025-2026 School Year
The pricing for BHS yearbooks will remain the same for next school year:
8/29 - 9/5: $59
9/6 - 11/28: $80
11/29 - 2/13: $92
If you have any questions please contact Leesa Hudak, yearbook advisor.
Junior Testing Results
11th grade students took the SAT in April and the NH Science SAS in May. SAT results can be viewed by students through the College Board website. SAS results can be found on Alma the week of June 16th.
Class of 2025
This document of Senior Events lists many of the things that are planned.
In the Classroom
For the final highlight from the school this year I want to recognize a group of people who are indispensable in the life of BHS and support what happens in the classroom; our amazing kitchen crew. Each day they serve breakfast and lunch along with running a cafe for students looking for a snack throughout the day. In the past several weeks the crew has begun to offer Smoothie Bowls which have been a huge hit, along with the always popular taco bar that they put out monthly.
Leading the crew at BHS has been Nicole Provencher who is moving on to a new career at the end of this school year. Nikki has been more than a chef and kitchen manager during her tenure. She has been a friendly welcomer as students come into the cafeteria, someone that students confide and joke along with, and a supporting colleague to everyone in the building. Nikki and her staff notice when students aren’t eating or look upset and they make the effort to support each student who they feed on a daily basis. We have been lucky to have Nikki on our staff and we wish her all the best!
Athletic Schedule
Tournament schedules can be found on the NHIAA website.
Events this Week
Important Links
Websites
Social Media Accounts
VIDEO: Class of 2025 Awards Night
Our senior class of 2025 awards night.
News from the Nest: 6/01/25
Message from the Principal
To quote Ferris Bueller: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” We are fast approaching the end of the school year and before we know it we will be gathered together at Sullivan Arena at Saint Anselm College celebrating the Class of 2025. Prior to then we have a number of events taking place which are included at the end of this message. I encourage students, and their families, to take time to slow down and enjoy the moments you all have together during the last weeks of the academic year.
Congratulations to the students who graduated CRTC this past Thursday. I was so proud to hear the names of our students called when they received their completion certificates, as well as the number of our students who received awards and recognitions. CRTC is an outstanding program and prepares students for careers after graduation. Kudos to our BHS Seniors!
This message has several pieces of information specific to our graduating students as well as items for students to be aware of as we wind down the year. I hope you have a terrific week.
Senior Parade
The Senior Parade is back! The parade will begin at Bow Public Works (12 Robinson Road). Line-up can begin at 10:30AM with a start time of exactly 11:00AM. The route goes from the Public Works facility to Knox Road. From there the parade crosses onto White Rock Hill and ends behind the high school. Students are encouraged to decorate their vehicles - have fun with it!
Bow PD has requested that students drive safely throughout the parade and that any students in the back of a truck remain seated throughout the route. Please do not hang out of windows or do anything that obstructs the view of divers and remain on the right side of the road. Bow PD will both lead and finish the parade to help ensure safety. Thank you to them as well as the Board of Selectmen for approving this event.
The bbq that has previously been associated with this event will be on Thursday, June 12th prior to the first graduation rehearsal.
Senior Awards and Scholarships
Senior Awards and Scholarship Night takes place on Monday at 6:00PM. All members of the Class of 2025 and their families are invited, and encouraged, to attend.
Wednesday, June 4th
Wednesday is “Future Plans” day. Students are encouraged to wear a shirt or other article of clothing that celebrates their future plans (for instance, a military tee shirt, a college sweatshirt, an employer's hat). I am looking forward to seeing where all of our students are heading off to upon graduation.
Seniors!
Before the graduation ceremony begins there is a slideshow that includes thank you messages and photos. We are still missing a number of photos from seniors. Please send them ASAP, if you haven’t already done so, to Linda Edmonds at ledmonds@bownet.org.
Friday, June 6th
Friday is going to be an 8-period day. We are doing this to balance out the number of Even/Odd days on the calendar and to give our seniors an opportunity to return material to each of their classes and complete their Checkout List (Friday is the last day of classes for Seniors). Here is the schedule for the day: June 06, 2025
Yearbooks for 2025-2026 School Year
The pricing for BHS yearbooks will remain the same for next school year:
8/29 - 9/5: $59
9/6 - 11/28: $80
11/29 - 2/13: $92
If you have any questions please contact Leesa Hudak, yearbook advisor.
Graduation Raffle
Due to the size of the venue hosting graduation there is no limit on tickets for our graduation ceremony. There are also no assigned seats for graduation; families and guests can sit in any open seat.
We will be raffling off the President’s Box at Saint Anselm College Sullivan Arena (see picture). This box is in the center of the arena and can fit 8-10 people. Money from this raffle will be used to provide assistance to students who would like to attend senior events and have financial need. Raffle tickets will be sold the week of June 2nd starting at Senior Awards and each ticket will be $5.
Class of 2025
This document of Senior Events lists many of the things that are planned.
Message to Seniors and their Families
At graduation we would like to recognize those graduates who will be entering military service. Please email me so I can be sure to include your name as part of the recognition.
In the Classroom
This past Wednesday students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math courses put on the annual STEAM Fest at BHS. Some of the displays included making a robot hand, lemonade produced by a robot, building structurally strong homes, and how to make elephant toothpaste. High school students created interactive experiences for others and explained their experiments to visitors. Teaching others is one of the best ways to learn a topic and I was impressed with both the displays as well as the thoroughness of the explanations our students gave. Thank you to all of our teachers who helped their students prepare for this event and for sharing your passion with others!
Athletic Schedule
Below are the games scheduled for the week ahead (please confirm with your athlete as schedules do change). For up to date schedule information please visit the BHS Athletics Website.
Please note that the games listed below are tentatively scheduled pending the outcome of playoff seeding and game results. Tournament schedules can be found on the NHIAA website.
Events this Week
Important Links
Websites
Social Media Accounts
News from the Nest: 5/25/25
Message from the Principal
Greetings from BHS. Congratulations to equestrian team captain Molly Grant who received the NHHSET scholarship and was also the season high point rider in her division. We are very proud of Molly's achievement in her senior year. Congratulations as well to our music department who put on an excellent concert on Thursday. I continue to be impressed with how hard-working our musicians are here at Bow High School.
Thank you to Derek DeAngelis for organizing our Memorial Day Recognition that we did this past Friday. It is important to take time to pause and remember those who have served our country in times of war and peace. My hope is that as students move on from Bow High School they will continue to look for ways to honor and pay tribute to our military veterans.
On Wednesday we will have our final school meeting of the year. Our improv group, The Taters, will perform among other updates. Here is the schedule for Wednesday: May 28, 2025 Schedule
I hope you have a great week.
STEAM Fest
For the past several years students and staff have put on a STEAM Fest showcasing Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. This event is open to all and we encourage families with younger students to bring them by the school to check out the interactive displays. Last year the robotics team let me drive their machine and, although I was pretty lousy, it was a ton of fun! STEAM Fest gets underway at 5:00 on Wednesday.
Seniors!
Before the graduation ceremony begins there is a slideshow that includes thank you messages and photos. We are still missing a number of photos from seniors. Please send them ASAP, if you haven’t already done so, to Linda Edmonds at ledmonds@bownet.org.
Science SAS (State Mandated Test)
The make-up session for state-mandated Science SAS is scheduled for Tues 5/27 from 12:00-2:00pm. All students who are making up the test will need to eat A lunch on Tuesday, and arrive at room 2315 no later than 12:00 with their charged Chromebooks. Any students who missed the 5/21 test administration: please be sure to attend.
Graduation Raffle
Due to the size of the venue hosting graduation there is no limit on tickets for our graduation ceremony. There are also no assigned seats for graduation; families and guests can sit in any open seat.
We will be raffling off the President’s Box at Saint Anselm College Sullivan Arena (see picture). This box is in the center of the arena and can fit 8-10 people. Money from this raffle will be used to provide assistance to students who would like to attend senior events and have financial need. Raffle tickets will be sold the week of June 2nd starting at Senior Awards.
Class of 2025
This document of Senior Events lists many of the things that are planned. The Senior Parade is being finalized this coming week and I will get the details out ASAP.
Message to Seniors and their Families
At graduation we would like to recognize those graduates who will be entering military service. Please email me so I can be sure to include your name as part of the recognition.
In the Classroom
Students in Mike McKilen’s Latin 3 class have been working on a script based on I, Claudius. In addition to writing out the script students are acting out what they wrote to produce a short film. One of the things I admire about the staff at Bow High School is the way that they find engaging ways for students to learn material. By having students engage in this activity Mr. McKilen is helping them gain a deeper understanding of what they have been studying.
If you know of students at BMS, or students here at BHS, who have not yet taken a language, I strongly encourage you to have them speak to their school counselors about trying one out. When students study another language their grasp of grammar and syntax in their native language is strengthened and it allows them to gain a deeper understanding of the people who speak the language they are studying.
Athletic Schedule
Below are the games scheduled for the week ahead (please confirm with your athlete as schedules do change). For up to date schedule information please visit the BHS Athletics Website
Events this Week
Important Links
Websites
Social Media Accounts
News from the Nest: 5/18/25
Message from the Principal
Greetings from BHS. What an awesome performance by our theater department this weekend! “Mean Girls” was a hit and the cast and crew did a fantastic job. There is another opportunity this week to see our students perform. The Spring Concert is this Thursday and I am excited to hear what our students have been working on these past months.
At this moment our equestrian team is competing at the state championships. Best of luck to the team!
We have a few events this week to call your attention towards. On Monday students will take the YRBS Survey from the State of NH. Information about this survey can be found below. On Wednesday we have our Flex Day. Juniors will participate in state-mandated SAS testing, there will be teacher appointments, and next year’s AP classes will meet to get important information. On Friday we will hold a Memorial Day recognition and then students in grades 9-11 will participate in class elections. If you have questions about any of these events please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Although this coming weekend is a three-day weekend, and one that I hope is filled with fun and relaxation, I ask that students pause in remembrance of those who gave their lives in defense of our nation. To quote Major General William Grimsley:
“It is our responsibility as citizens to remember the Nation's brave fallen men and women - whether they died on foreign lands in the heat of battle or after a lifetime in the uniform of our Army. Never forget the men and women who know all too much the cost of our freedom, for their service to this country is the greatest gift of all.”
Have a great week.
Senior Signs
On Wednesday we will begin delivering signs to Senior homes to recognize and celebrate the upcoming graduation. I will send out a message at the end of the day Wednesday and if anyone did not receive a sign you can let me know and we will get one out to you. I want to say thank you in advance to the staff who are volunteering their time to get these out to students and especially Jenn St. Cyr who organized the effort.
Graduation Raffle
Due to the size of the venue hosting graduation there is no limit on tickets for our graduation ceremony. There are also no assigned seats for graduation; families and guests can sit in any open seat.
We will be raffling off the President’s Box at Saint Anselm College Sullivan Arena (see picture). This box is in the center of the arena and can fit 8-10 people. Money from this raffle will be used to provide assistance to students who would like to attend senior events and have financial need. Raffle tickets will be sold the week of June 2nd starting at Senior Awards.
Class of 2025
This document of Senior Events lists many of the things that are planned.
Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)
On Monday, May 19th, BHS students will be participating in the New Hampshire Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS). This is rescheduled from March when the state did not get us the material in time and it has been giving biannually to New Hampshire students since 1993.
The YRBS is a survey of students in grades 9 through 12 that assesses priority health-risk behaviors, including (1) behaviors that result in unintentional injuries and violence; (2) tobacco use; (3) alcohol and other drug use; (4) sexual behaviors that could contribute to HIV infection, other sexually transmitted diseases, and unintended pregnancies; (5) unhealthy dietary behaviors; (6) physical inactivity; and (7) risk behavior perception and family support.
According to the state, “the YRBS is an important tool for measuring the health of New Hampshire’s youth. The majority of New Hampshire public high schools have long recognized the value of YRBS data to monitor health risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death, disability, and social problems among youth in our state. This valid, longitudinal data is used to assess the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programs and to procure additional funding for issues identified by the survey to best serve youth and communities across the state.”
If you do not want to have your student participate in the survey please have this form returned to their school counselor: YRBS Opt Out. Additionally, if a student starts the survey and decides not to finish it, they can end at any time. This survey is strictly confidential. (more information can be found here: State of NH DHHS)
AP Course Meetings
Students enrolled in AP courses will be receiving an email from their teacher inviting them to attend a mandatory meeting on Wednesday to go over course expectations. If you do not receive an email, but are enrolled in an AP course, here is the schedule for the meetings: AP Meeting Schedule
Message to Juniors
There will be a junior class meeting on 5/22 at 7:45 am in the auditorium. Juniors should attend to get important information regarding senior portraits.
Thinking of our Veterans
With Memorial Day approaching, we have become aware of needs for the Liberty House in Manchester, NH, that provides services for veterans. The BHS Interact Club, along with Mr. DeAngelis' classes, will be helping to coordinate donations for them. In addition to cash donations, the list of what they are looking for is below:
We will have a bin labeled "Interact Club" outside of the main office at BHS, and will be taking donations until Wednesday, May 21st, so that we can get the donations to them. Any cash donations can be dropped off to the BHS main office.
State Testing - SAS
Please note that all juniors will be participating in our mandated state testing for Science on May 21st, a Flex day. The testing will begin at 8:00am and juniors are expected to arrive no later than 7:45am, with their charged Chromebooks. More information from the state can be found on our website at this link: https://sau67nh.gov/en-us/sas
In the Classroom
Students in Lucy Koup’s Forensic Science class have been practicing the same techniques that lab technicians use on crime scenes and in investigations. This week they did a lab that simulated detecting Chlorine and other substances in blood and urine.
This course explores the basic science behind modern detection.. Students read and view mysteries and compare the methods to real life. Crime scene analysis, fingerprinting, DNA fingerprinting, blood spatter patterns, presumptive blood testing, blood typing, skeletal remains and establishing the time of death are all topics within the course. Summative assessments are often staged crime scenes which make this course truly hands-on.
Athletic Schedule
Below are the games scheduled for the week ahead (please confirm with your athlete as schedules do change). For up to date schedule information please visit the BHS Athletics Website
Events this Week
Important Links
Websites
Social Media Accounts
News from the Nest: 5/11/25
Message from the Principal
Greetings from BHS. Congratulations to Bow High School Robotics Team (3773P) for coming home with the Innovator Award from the World Championship in Dallas, Texas. What an awesome accomplishment!
On Saturday we had our Junior/Senior Prom. Thank you to Dan Attori, Joe Conti, all of the chaperones, and the student prom committee for your time and effort in bringing this event to life. The students who organized the prom did a great job and I am grateful for the time they devoted.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday is the theater department’s Spring Production of “Mean Girls”. A few weeks back I was allowed a sneak peak and it was great. I cannot wait to see what all our actors and stage crew have accomplished and I know it will be a fantastic show!
Next Sunday, the 18th, is the State Show for our Equestrian team. Good luck!
To all of the moms in our school community, Happy Mothers Day. Thank you for sharing your children with us at BHS. Have a great week and please let me know if you need anything.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Thank you to the PTO and the entire school community for everything you did this past week to show appreciation to the staff at Bow High School. We are grateful for all you did!
Class of 2025
This document of Senior Events lists many of the things that are planned. It has recently been updated to include some additional events we have planned for our Seniors.
Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS)
On Monday, May 19th, BHS students will be participating in the New Hampshire Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS). This is rescheduled from March when the state did not get us the material in time.
The YRBS is a survey of students in grades 9 through 12 that assesses priority health-risk behaviors, including (1) behaviors that result in unintentional injuries and violence; (2) tobacco use; (3) alcohol and other drug use; (4) sexual behaviors that could contribute to HIV infection, other sexually transmitted diseases, and unintended pregnancies; (5) unhealthy dietary behaviors; (6) physical inactivity; and (7) risk behavior perception and family support.
According to the state, “the YRBS is an important tool for measuring the health of New Hampshire’s youth. The majority of New Hampshire public high schools have long recognized the value of YRBS data to monitor health risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death, disability, and social problems among youth in our state. This valid, longitudinal data is used to assess the effectiveness of prevention and intervention programs and to procure additional funding for issues identified by the survey to best serve youth and communities across the state.”
If you do not want to have your student participate in the survey please have this form returned to their school counselor: YRBS Opt Out. Additionally, if a student starts the survey and decides not to finish it, they can end at any time. This survey is strictly confidential.
Message to Juniors
There will be a junior class meeting on 5/22 at 7:45 am in the auditorium. Juniors should attend to get important information regarding senior portraits.
Thinking of our Veterans
With Memorial Day approaching, we have become aware of needs for the Liberty House in Manchester, NH, that provides services for veterans. The BHS Interact Club, along with Mr. DeAngelis' classes, will be helping to coordinate donations for them. In addition to cash donations, the list of what they are looking for is below:
We will have a bin labeled "Interact Club" outside of the main office at BHS, and will be taking donations until Wednesday, May 21st, so that we can get the donations to them. Any cash donations can be dropped off to the BHS main office.
State Testing - SAS
Please note that all juniors will be participating in our mandated state testing for Science on May 21st, a Flex day. The testing will begin at 8:00am and juniors are expected to arrive no later than 7:45am, with their charged Chromebooks. More information from the state can be found on our website at this link: https://sau67nh.gov/en-us/sas
Student Elections
Class Officer and Student Senate elections will be held this year on Friday, May 23rd. Freshmen, sophomore and junior elections will occur on the same date in different locations. We will have a modified schedule that will be shared out in the coming days that will include the locations for each class election.
All students interested in running for a Class Office or Senate position can pick up an election form from the Learning Commons or Front Office. All students will need to obtain signatures from their peers and teachers in addition to presenting a speech to their class on Friday, May 23rd. Additional information is outlined in the form, attached below.
Class Officer positions include: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Historian. All Class Officers serve as representatives of their grade.
There are 4 Student Senators per grade. Each student senator will represent the voices of their peers within a senate that represents and serves the interests of the school community.
Please note: Election Forms and speeches are due to Ms. Armstrong by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 16th. No forms or speeches will be accepted late.
Being involved in student government is a great opportunity to share your voice and the voice of your peers with the community! Please reach out to Ms. Armstrong with more information.
In the Classroom
Students in Derek DeAngelis’ and Anne Barnea’s “America in the World Class” have been learning about the Iranian Revolution and the impact the revolution had on Iran as well as US foreign policy. Students read the graphic novel “Persepolis” and discovered the cultural impact that took place when the Ayatollah came to power. On Friday, students were working on an assignment that required them to put together a mock CIA briefing that would inform Americans about what to expect when visiting Iran in the immediate aftermath of the revolution. Their research included discovering the changes in law, dress, and entertainment that took place.
One of the neat things about the Humanities courses at BHS is that the courses integrate novels, film, primary sources, and class discussions to help students learn the history and culture of countries around the world. Next year this course will be undergoing a name change and will be called World Studies in anticipation of graduation requirement changes which will have students needing a full-credit of World History to earn a diploma.
Athletic Schedule
Below are the games scheduled for the week ahead (please confirm with your athlete as schedules do change). For up to date schedule information please visit the BHS Athletics Website
Events this Week
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