Bedford Junior High School (BJHS)

Bedford Junior High with logo and building


 
WELCOME TO BEDFORD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL!

KEEP INFORMED

BJHS Daily Announcements--Note NEW LINK! Please bookmark or sign up to get each day's announcements sent to your email!

Set Schoology Parent Account Notification Settings to see additional announcements shared with students. Learn how here!

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Order Your YearbookDon't forget to order your 2022-23 yearbook!

Order your yearbook online at: yearbookforever.com

Infinite Campus Portal Temporarily Closed

Infinite Campus Student and Parent Portals are now closed to allow teachers an opportunity to complete Quarter 3 grading. Report Cards for Quarter 3 will be available in the portals on Friday, April 7.

Parents, please log in to Schoology to check your child's class details/academic progress. Schoology is separate from Infinite Campus. Infinite Campus is used to display the final report cards and transcripts. Schoology will provide daily information such as assignments and grades, missing work, etc.

Information about Infinite Campus and Schoology can be found by clicking on this link.


UPCOMING DAYS OFF

Spring Break begins at the end of the day on Friday, March 24. Classes resume on Monday, April 3.

We will also be closed on Friday, April 7.


2023 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE BANQUET

To celebrate the accomplishments of our students, the Junior High School will be having our annual James P. McHugh Academic Excellence Banquet on Thursday, April 13, 2023. The banquet will be held at Premier Banquet Complex, located at 4480 Heatherdowns Boulevard, Toledo, Ohio. The hall will open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m.


UPCOMING TECHNOLOGY EVENT

TechaThon AI
March 27-29, 2023
Techathon AI (Artificial Intelligence) is a 3-day camp for students grades 4-11. In this hands-on camp, students will get hands-on learning of Artificial Intelligence tools that use image recognition and motion detection to make decisions. Participants will be able to create devices such as ripe fruit sorter, selective door opener, or an attendance device. This event is sponsored by Eastern Michigan University.
Register for TechaThon here

Contact Mrs. Hemry ([email protected]) if you are interested in more information.


PENNY HOCKEY BOARDS FOR SALE

Starting Monday, February 27, 2023, Penny Hockey Boards will be on sale during all lunch hours. Penny Hockey Boards are only $4.00. Don't miss out to be a Penny Hockey Hero.

BJHS PTO School Store with school suppliesBJHS PTO School Store

Wednesdays
During Lunch/Homerooms
Across from the Cafeteria

Items range in price from 25 cents to $10.

The goal of the PTO School Store is to help BJHS students be prepared for classes by offering an on-site place to replenish much needed supplies. It saves parents an extra trip to the store and it gets the needed supplies in the student’s hands fast!

If teachers have a specific supply request, the PTO School Store will work with them to add it to the store’s inventory!

Any profits generated by school store sales will go to fund PTO projects to benefit our students and staff! Thank you for supporting BJHS!


Math CountsREGIONAL MATHCOUNTS RESULTS!

The MathCounts team of Riley M., Sawyer P., Ellen M., and Emma P. competed at the Regional Chapter competition. The team did a great job! As individuals, Riley and Sawyer scored high with Sawyer qualifying for the state competition in March. Congratulations, team, on a great showing!!!


Bedford Junior High School Kicking Mules logo with academic iconsPICKING CLASSES FOR THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR AT BJHS

The BJHS Scheduling Hub provides all of the information that you will need to sign up for your 2023-24 classes. It includes links to important information and to videos to help you make decisions to get the most out of your school year. We offer advanced classes, classes to earn high school credit, and elective choices.

Signing Up For Classes
Once you have reviewed the information/videos, please have your child open their email from Mrs. Johnson with the Course Request Link embedded. The email was sent Friday, January 27th, in the morning to current 6th and 7th graders. The 5th grade forms will be sent after Mr. Hurley meets with your school. The Course Request form MUST be filled out from your child’s email account.

Sign Up Deadline:
Friday, Feb 3, 2023 for current 6th & 7th graders

Friday, March 3, 2023 for current 5th graders

Bedford Virtual Academy
We will also be offering Bedford Virtual Academy courses for those interested in online school. Bedford Virtual School will be an online opportunity for students to complete their coursework at home. Students will be offered core classes and electives through the Edgenuity Platform. Students that are part of the virtual school may participate in BPS extra-curricular activities after school. Students may request more information through the registration process.


INFORMATION FOR 8th GRADERS & CLASSES AT THE HIGH SCHOOL

Bedford High School will be communicating separately with next year's incoming freshmen. 

IMPORTANT DATES

Course Request Form Collection
Course Request forms will be collected on February 10th.

IMPORTANT LINKS:

2023-2024 COURSE DESCRIPTION GUIDE

SCHEDULING HUB
This document provides videos explaining the different programs, as well as links to forms and applications that may be needed. This resource is designed to be a one-stop shopping resource for our students and parents so you can access information at your convenience.

8th Grade Parent and Information Night Presentation Link from Feb. 7, 2023 
AP/Honors Night Presentation Link from Feb. 7, 2023

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO CONSIDER:

LOURDES UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP
We have created a partnership with Lourdes University that will allow students additional opportunities to earn college credit while in high school. Students won’t begin this program until 10th grade, but interested students should communicate this interest with their counselor as 8th graders. This Lourdes University Partnership video explains more about this program.

ATHLETICS & EXTRACURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES
Coaches and club sponsors will be sharing information about these activities in the Spring through the junior high announcements.
BHS STUDENT ACTIVITIES CATALOG/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
BEDFORD ATHLETIC NEWS

IMPORTANT AUGUST DATES:

REGISTRATION WEEK
9th Grade Day: August 24, 2023
Noon-3 pm and 4-7 pm
At Registration, students will get their schedule for the classes they picked. Students will also take their ID/School/Yearbook photo.

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
August 24th
7 pm
We will have a new student orientation to go over rules and expectations. We will also open the building up so students can walk their schedule and check on their locker.

BHS OPEN HOUSE VIDEOS
Available August 30, 2023
Open house videos from our teachers will be posted. This will let you, and your student, get familiar with your teachers before the first day of school at a time that works for you.


BJHS Chrome Crew shield logoCHROME CREW

We will be starting the BJHS Chrome Crew soon! Flyers are displayed through out the school; students can scan the QR code with their Chromebook camera or fill out this application if interested.

Application deadline is next Friday, January 27th at 2:30pm.


Quiz Bowl

BJHS QUIZ BOWL

Congrats to our 6th Grade Quiz Bowl Champs! Gwendolyn S., Oliver H., Drew A., and James G.


Photo Collage: Outside Capitol, Heritage Hall, BJHS students with displayBJHS Students Chosen to Present at Student Technology Showcase at State Capitol

Three students from Bedford Junior High School were chosen to participate in the 21st annual AT&T/MACUL Student Technology Showcase and to highlight the work they are doing with technology in their classroom: Owen S., Sophya C. and Ryan S.

Presented by the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL), and underwritten by AT&T, the 2022 Student Technology Showcase featured demonstrations from students representing nearly 25 schools across Michigan. The Lansing showcase was held in the state Capitol’s new Heritage Hall on Wednesday, Dec. 7, giving students opportunities to demonstrate and display technology projects they have created for state lawmakers, elected officials, and other visitors.

All 7th-grade students at Bedford Junior High School take a 9-week course in Computer Science where they learn the problem-solving process, code a website using HTML and CSS, and create an idea for an app to solve a real-world problem. All 8th-grade students at Bedford Junior High School take a 9-week course in Computer Science where they learn JavaScript to program interactive animations and video games. Students also have the option to take an all-year Computer Science elective where they learn about jobs in Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Web Design, Data and Society, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Physical Computing with the Adafruit Circuit Board.

Jennifer Hemry, a 7th and 8th-grade Computer Science teacher at BJHS, trained during the summer for the past few years through Code.org, Cyber.org, and GenCyber to teach the curriculum. “Our students were excited to demonstrate their hands-on technology-based learning at the Student Technology Showcase,” said Mrs. Hemry. “Incorporating technology into how our students learn has been a game-changer that has opened up their minds to new opportunities as they learn.”

Said David Lewis, president of AT&T Michigan: “Michigan youth are the leaders of tomorrow and watching them use technology to expand their learning continues to amaze us every year. AT&T is proud to continue sponsoring this event and teaching us about the amazing things technology is helping them learn at school.”

“Every year, the projects students bring to the Capitol for the Student Technology Showcase exceed our expectations,” said Mark Smith, MACUL executive director.

AWARDS & TRIP TO STATE TOURNAMENT FOR BJHS ROBOTICS TEAMS!

Collage of robotic team pictures and logos

The FIRST FTC (FIRST Tech Challenge) PowerPlay Robotics Season was an amazing one for the 5 teams at BJHS! Bedford hosted a tournament in November and two teams, the Turning Gears and the Bionic Broncos, qualified for Michigan State FTC Tournament (SE). They were joined by the Classical Engineers who qualified at the Troy tournament as part of the winning alliance. In addition to their prowess on the competition field, the teams also caught the eye of the judges and were included in deliberation discussions for various awards! We are so proud of all the efforts all of our Robotics students put into this season!

Turning Gears #7215
    Bedford Qualifier:
          Design Award Winner
          Think Award Finalist
          Inspire Award: 2nd Place
    Troy Qualifier:
          Semifinalist Alliance Captain
          Collins Aerospace Innovate Award Finalist
   State Tournament (SE):
          Design Award: 2nd Place

Bionic Broncos #6079
    Bedford Qualifier:
          Winning Alliance (2nd Pick)

Classical Engineers # 8579
    Bedford Qualifier:
          Collins Aerospace Innovate Award Finalist
    Troy Qualifier:
          Winning Alliance (1st Pick)
          Inspire Award Winner
   State Tournament (SE):
          Promote Award Winner
          Motivate Award: 3rd Place


Loose Screws #5237
    Bedford Qualifier:
          Design Award Finalist

F.L.A.G. (Fight Like a Girl) #7085
    Kettering Qualifier:
          Motivate Award: 3rd Place


Get Involved! Clubs at BJHSCLUBS AT BJHS

We encourage students to get involved in extracurricular activities available at the junior high. Please make arrangements for a ride home for any after school activities.

NEW! GERMAN CLUB
German Club is an exciting opportunity to learn about the German language, history, culture, as well as other activities like games, music, and traditional German food and snacks. No prior German experience needed! Thursdays from 2:30-4:00 pm in Room 217.

HOT PEPPER CLUB
Hot Pepper Club will begin Wednesday, February 1, 2023 in Room 30.

COMMON INTEREST CLUB
C.I.C. is for anyone interested in making new friends based on common interests. Come hangout & talk with friends. Tuesdays from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM in room #134.

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS CLUB
Consider joining us if you have some creative and fun ideas on how to spread some kindness around our school and community! "RAK" Club will meet every other week from 2:30-3:30 PM in Room 25 on the following Wednesdays:
       Apr. 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31
See Ms. O'Neill in the counseling office if you have any questions.

GAME CLUB
Game Club returns! Please join Mr. Balazs in the Media Center from 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM on the following dates: 
      
April 10, 17; May 1, 22

MAKERSPACE CLUB
Every Tuesday and Thursday during homerooms in the Media Center. Join the JHS Schoology Library Group for more info.

BOOK CLUB
Every Wednesday during homerooms in the Media Center. Join the JHS Schoology Library Group for more info.


8th Grade Washington DC Trip with Washington Monument8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip

Tuesday, May 30th - Friday, June 2nd

Community Education logo

COMMUNTY EDUCATION NEWS

You can see our full list of Community Education programs and register online at HTTPS://BEDFORD.CE.ELEYO.COM/

  


2023 Spring Brochure Thumbnail2023 SPRING BROCHURE IS NOW OUT!

It lists a lot of fun new programs such as kayaking, sailing for adults, art classes and more!

Registration for cross country and soccer is open. Deadline for registration is April 7 for Soccer.
Online registration at bedford.ce.eleyo.com

SEARCH PROGRAMS & REGISTER ONLINE AT:
HTTPS://BEDFORD.CE.ELEYO.COM. 

Ed2Go offers a full array of online Career Training programs in multiple fields. Go to www.ed2go.com/bedfordae for a complete list

Adult enrichment classes are also offered. Check out the adult fitness classes: cardio & tone, karate, line dancing, and yoga as well as art classes and more.

Don't see a class that you would be interested in? Email us your interests - [email protected] or call our office 734-850-6036.

Follow Community Ed on Facebook for updates on their new programs and activities: facebook.com/bedfordcommunityeducation


BJHS SPORTS NEWS

GIRLS 7th/8th GRADE SOFTBALL TRYOUTS
Tryouts begin March 20th from 4-6 at Indian Creek softball field.
Please make sure you have a MHSAA physical uploaded to your Final Forms account by March 13th to be eligible to try out.

GIRLS BASKETBALL
Bedford 7th grade girls finished the season on a winning note defeating Ypsilanti Lincoln 20-5. Sophia S. and Kinzi B. led the scoring. Lilly V. and Madilyn K. also played well. The team finished the season 12-1.

Bedford 8th grade girls basketball beat Ypsilanti Lincoln 39-27 for their 8th straight win. The Lady Mules were led by Anna G. and Jaye B. scoring 14 and 9 points respectively. The girls finished their season with a 10-3 record.

SWIM & DIVE
Over the weekend, 5 BJHS athletes competed at what is known as the Middle School State Swim and Dive meet in Battle Creek.

Jack A. finished 5th overall in the Diving event! 8th Grader Ryan S. finished 9th in both the 200 Free and the 50 Butterfly.

Parker W. finished 21st in the 100 Breaststroke and finished with a personal best. Samantha S. had a huge best in the 100 Freestyle and finished 5th. She also finished 21st in the 100 Backstroke with a PR.

Lastly, 8th Grader Peyton P. had a big drop in time in the 100 Backstroke and finished 14th. She also turned immediately around and finished 22nd in the 100 Breaststroke.

Great job representing yourselves and our school at MISCA!

FALL 2023 SPORTS

HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER
All 8th grade boys interested in playing soccer next fall - there will be a meeting, Wed, March 1st in the HS cafeteria at 5:00 PM. Parents and players are welcome to attend.

 

Gofan ticket over football fieldGOFAN TICKET PURCHASES

Some sporting event tickets can be purchased ahead of time online on GoFan. 

GENERAL SPORTS INFORMATION

SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
Remember sports physicals must be dated April 15, 2022 or after this date to be in compliance for the next school year! Anything dated before the April 15, 2022 date will no longer be valid once the school year ends. A current physical is also required to participate in summer conditionings.

     Link to MHSAA Physical Form

BJHS UNDEFEATED ATHLETIC TEAMS

MORE ATHLETIC NEWS ON BEDFORDSPORTS.COM


Smile! School picture day with girl holding up a smiley faceSCHOOL PICTURES

To order school pictures online, please go to lifetouch.com and use Picture Day ID: EVTB4WW84

PICTURE RETAKES: October 27th


ONLINE BJHS SPIRIT SHOP

The BJHS Spirit Shop closed on September 18th. Please allow 3 weeks after the shop closes for orders to be delivery to the school.

Now hiring, jobs at BPS, see website for details

BPS IS HIRING!

Among the available openings are several Parapro positions. These are great for people looking for part time work that fits within the same times as their child’s school days!

Use the “Jobs at BPS” link to see what is available and for details on applying.

A variety of substitute positions are also available. Substitute bus drivers are in demand. (If you are interested in being a bus driver, please call Transportation Director, Cari Dupree, at 734-850-6071 to ask about paid training if needed.)

Update from Superintendent Dr. Carl ShultzLetter from the Superintendent

Dr. Shultz and the Monroe County Prosecutor have released letters about the seriousness of the consequences for making threats. Families have been emailed the letters and they will be shared with BPS students at the secondary level on Monday, November 21st.  

Read the Superintendent and Prosecutor Letters Here


Update from Superintendent Dr. Carl ShultzUPDATES FROM DR. SHULTZ

MSU TRAGEDY

Dr. Shultz has emailed families a letter regarding the MSU tragedy, BPS safety protocols and how to seek support in our schools if needed. Please see your email dated February 14th or read the letter in its entirety here

SWATTING INCIDENTS REPORTED AT OTHER SCHOOLS

Dr. Shultz addresses the issue of “swatting” incidents targeting other schools across the country with false reports of active shooters. Please see your email dated February 7th or read the letter in its entirety here.


Location pin with busBUS ROUTES

Find the stop nearest to your house

You can check for delays affecting your route using our "Where's the Bus? linkPlease note the link has changed. If you have it bookmarked, it will take you to something that we are no longer connected to.

Times will fluctuate at the start of a new school year until everyone settles down into a routine. 


ARRIVAL/DISMISSAL TRAFFIC FLOW

Mega Loop map thumbnailMega-Loop Map

You will enter the north drive on the side of the junior high closest to the Bedford Public Library. You will travel behind the junior high and then continue towards the stadium, you will follow the new drive that circles around the north side of the high school building, runs parallel with the bus depot parking lot, turns to run along the south side of the junior high before passing behind the junior high and finally exiting out onto Jackman Road on the same drive that you entered on. You can drop off students at both the high school and the junior high using the Mega-Loop. A gate located in front of the stadium will be closed during the arrival and dismissal times that will prevent thru traffic from the junior high and high school. Please follow the direction of school personnel.


Sign Up for Text Message Alerts with Infinite CampusHow to Request Text Message Alerts and Manage Your Contact Preferences in Infinite Campus

Bedford Public Schools uses Infinite Campus' ability to send out Emergency Notifications. You can manage your contact preferences within your Infinite Campus Parent Portal. (If you have not set up your Parent Portal Account yet, please check you email for an activation key code.)

You can choose how you want to receive our messages: email, phone calls, and now text messages. The default setting is email and phone options. If you wish to add text messages, you will have to add that as an option in your Parent Portal Settings. Please use this link for Instructions on How to Set Your Contact Preferences and to Receive Text Message Alerts

You can edit your phone numbers within the portal, but if you need to change your email, you will need to contact the school office.

Ride 360 App IconNEW MOBILE APP AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES

“Where’s My Bus?” is now a separate mobile app you will need to download to follow route status for your students in real time.

The Traversa Ride 360 app is now active for families for bus route information and bus locations.

There are a few key features that are different from our previous provider.

INCREASED SECURITY & PRIVACY PROTECTION
Traversa Ride 360 is customized specifically for your student(s). To get started you will need the Student ID number.
(If you do not know your student’s ID number, and cannot find it in Infinite Campus, please call the school office during school hours.)

With Traversa Ride 360, your student’s information will only be visible to you and those you choose to share access with. You have the ability to share or remove access with anyone at any time within the app.

PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
Ride 360 can send messages directly to your mobile device to proactively communicate with you—whether it is a 2 hour delay impacting the entire district or something affecting just your student’s specific bus route.

Detailed instructions on how to access and use the Traversa Ride 360 app
You can also use the “Where’s the Bus?” link from our website to access the instructions.

Questions about the app? Please call the Transportation Department at 734-850-6070.


Mobile phones displaying app screens, confetti

BPS MOBILE APP AVAILABLE

APP STORE LINK
GOOGLE PLAY STORE LINK

2022 Newsletter Cover Thumbnail Image2022 NEWS & VIEWS NEWSLETTER

Our District Back-to-School Newsletter is a great resource to use year round!


HOW YOUR PURCHASES CAN HELP FUND BJHS ACTIVITIES

BJHS COLLECTING BOX TOPS VIRTUALLY!
Redeeming Box Tops is now available using a free app that scans your receipt (within 14 days of purchase) and automatically applies the 10 cents per participating item to the school you choose. Look for the new Box Tops scan logo on the package. More information on this new app for box tops can be found at btfe.com.

See https://www.boxtops4education.com/ for more details on how to scan your receipts.

KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS
Enroll in Kroger Community Reward Program to help benefit BJHS students every time you shop! Select the Bedford Junior High School PTO # 81894 when you sign up. Your enrollment needs to be renewed annually after April 30th.


Community AssistanceCOMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR BEDFORD FAMILIES

Find details with this Community Assistance Opportunities for Bedford Families Link including information about food assistance programs, Eye Exams/Glasses, Parent Support Group and more. New information will be added to that document as it comes in. Some programs are seasonal but past details are included for future reference.

MOBILE FOOD PANTRY  

Link to Mobile Food Pantry dates/locations in Monroe County 


NOW HIRING SUB BUS DRIVERS

BPS Transportation Department is hiring new substitute bus drivers! Paid training is available if needed and conducted onsite here in Bedford. Flexible schedules are available. 

For more information, please contact the Transportation Director, Cari Dupree, at 734-850-6071.


COVID-19 UpdatesBPS COVID-19 INFORMATION

COVID Screening Tool for Bedford families. 

 


Bedford Junior High School Mission Statement

OUR MISSION IS TO ENABLE STUDENTS TO LEARN:
Bedford Junior High School prepares our students of today for the world of tomorrow. Our school community provides an environment in which all students are able to learn to their full potential intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, and for life-long learning.

OUR VISION:
BJHS Students...
Organized...
Responsible...
Respectful...
Proficient.

THE BEDFORD JUNIOR HIGH FACULTY AND STAFF BELIEVE:

  •  All students will learn.
  • Success breeds success.
  • Learning is a life-long process.
  • We as a school community control the educational environment and the conditions for each student to be successful while in our care.
  • Education is the shared responsibility of our school, students, families and community.

Bedford Junior High School
8405 Jackman Road, Temperance, MI 48182
Phone: 734-850-6200, Attendance: 734-850-6210, Fax: 734-850-6299

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