Good Afternoon Jaguar Families,
Thank you all for your help this week. During our first three days of school, your students made the start of the 2024-2025 school year memorable.
This week, we held class meetings with our students to discuss expectations and class goals to create an overall plan for a successful school year and future.
Congratulations to all of our after-school programs that are officially in full swing. It has been great to see our students back in the building participating in clubs, theater, band, and athletics again.
We will hold our first spirit week next week. Monday: PJs, Tuesday: Twin Day, Wednesday: Hawaiian Shirts, Thursday: Camo, Friday: Blackout.
This year, we will continue to focus on improving absenteeism. We will send out information throughout the year to help keep our students in school. You can now help by setting routines to prepare your student for success. Talk about the exciting things to come, and contact your student’s teachers or counselors if you have any concerns.
We look forward to seeing you throughout the school year. Have a great weekend, and Go Jags!
Attendance Talk
Did you know that of our students who had 4+ absences by the end of October of last year, 96% of them went on to miss 10+ days of school? While of those students who had less than 4 absences by the end of October, only 29% of them went on to miss 10+ days of school? This is another reminder that early intervention matters! Keeping students under 4 absences by the end of October sets good attendance patterns for the year!
We also saw that students with a 95% or better attendance rate scored 10% better on their state Language Arts assessment and 15% better on their state math assessment last year. Showing up matters!
SEE YOU AT 2800 WALKER RD.
Technology Protection Plan (TPP)
The Technology Protection Plan (TPP) is highly recommended to all families of students in grades 2-12 as a way to help protect/repair their iPad in case of an accident either at school or at home.
For only $25 per school year, the device loaned to your student will be covered against all incidental damage or loss over $50. Accessories (charger and case) and damages valued at less than $50 are NOT covered and are the sole responsibility of the student. Coverage is 24 hours per day. NEGLECT/ABUSE IS NOT COVERED. The Technology Protection Plan will only cover two incidents per school year.
If paid, the TPP will release the parent/guardian from having to pay for loss or damage for the following reasons:
- Damages resulting from normal use and accidents.
- Loss or damages resulting from theft. An official copy of a police report is required.
- Loss or damages resulting from a fire. An official fire report from the investigating authority is required.
- Loss or damages resulting from a natural disaster.
- Damages resulting from a power surge.
- Damages resulting from vandalism by another individual. If found guilty, the vandal will be liable to pay for damages.
Without the TPP, your potential out-of-pocket expenses could be as high as $330.00 per incident!
We strongly encourage you to enroll your student’s device in our Technology Protection Plan for the 2024-25 school year. Payment is easy and can be paid online by logging into your MyPaymentsPlus account.
For just $25.00 the TPP will cover 2 incidents with no deductible. Coverage lasts for the entire school year and is renewable each subsequent school year. The Technology Protection Plan will follow Board Policy-JN.
To view the agreement, or for more information, please visit the One2One Initiative site at: http://www.hilliardschools.org/one2one/
After August 30th, the iPad will need to be inspected for damage before payment is accepted.
In order for athletes to participate, all of the following must take place.
**Physicals must be updated prior to participation. Upload two forms from the physical — Physical Exam Form and Medical Eligibility Form — to the parent’s Final Forms account (paper physicals will not be accepted).
**Both athlete and a parent/guardian must sign all forms in Final Forms.
**Participation Fees may be paid beginning August 1 and must be paid prior to the first competition through your MyPaymentsPlus account. All athletes, including free lunch, must complete the payment process through MyPaymentsPlus. Free lunch must check out through MyPaymentsPlus by paying $0 payment. Fees must be paid prior to the first competition.
ATHLETES MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE COMPETITIVE SEASON UNTIL ALL OF THE ABOVE IS COMPLETED.
Hilliard Bradley Theater Presents….
Mark your calendars for our 2024 – 2025 season lineup!
Eurydice – October 4 and 5 (Fri. & Sat.)
7 pm on Fri., 2 and 7 pm on Sat.
Blithe Spirit – November 14 – 16 (Thu. – Sat.)
7 pm each day plus 2 pm matinee on Sat., black box, four shows total
Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood – January 31 and February 1 (Fri. & Sat.)
7 pm on Fri., 2 and 7 pm on Sat.
Into the Woods – May 2 and 3 (Fri. & Sat.)
7 pm on Fri., 2 and 7 pm on Sat.
Stay tuned to our socials and visit our website for more info and tickets (and info for students interested in becoming involved with theater)!
BradleyTheater.com
Facebook – @BradleyTheater
Instagram – @BradleyTheaterBoosters
August 28 – Picture Make-up Day
September 2 – No School – Labor Day
September 25 – Jostens – 8:30am – 10:15am, Class rings & Cap & Gown
September 28 – Homecoming
October 8 – Picture Re-take Day
October 11 – End of Grading Period
October 18 – No School – Central Ohio In-Service
District Safety Training Day Update
Earlier this week, Hilliard Schools, the City of Hilliard Division of Police, and the Norwich Township Fire Department conducted an all-day safety training exercise at Bradley High School and Memorial Middle School. The exercise focused on the reunification of students and parents after a major incident, and many valuable lessons were learned.
All Hilliard School staff participated in this live-action training, which included extensive involvement from police and fire personnel to ensure authenticity. You can look at our local news organizations’ platforms if you want to read more. Several attended and documented the day on their web pages.
We are deeply grateful for our strong partnership with the City of Hilliard Division of Police and the Norwich Township Fire Department. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and this training was an essential step in our ongoing efforts to enhance safety measures. Thank you for your continued support in making our community a safer place.
Columbus Metropolitan Library After-School Space
Help your student stay on track this school year with Columbus Metropolitan Library. They’ll have access to:
- Reading Buddies, 15 minutes of one-on-one reading practice for K-3 students
- School Help Centers, offering K-12 students free help with their schoolwork plus use of computers, printers, digital research tools and other resources
- HelpNow, connecting them one-on-one with a virtual tutor Monday-Friday, 2-11 p.m.
- Online school help tools available 24/7
- YouMedia, an open lab space at nine locations where teens can explore technologies
- After-School Snack, offered at 16 locations in partnership with the Children’s Hunger Alliance
Visit columbuslibrary.org to learn more.
