
No Pep Band practice TONIGHT!!

Here are more great photos of our students donating blood taken by BJSHS junior Kaybree Norton during this week's Blood Drive.
Thanks again, Bruins!
#BruinProud #Versiti





The eSports students will meet Friday in room 100 (Mrs. Gallatin) during their respective PEAK classes to get team pictures for the yearbook. This should only last 10 minutes.

Thank you to the staff, students, and community members who participated in the recent BJSHS blood drive hosted by Blackford High School HOSA (Health Occupations Students Association).
According to Versiti representative Megan Borgmann, "At today’s Blood Drive, we saw 71 donors come out and attempt to donate. We were able to collect 50 units of blood. That is 150 patients impacted. 150 children, mothers, fathers, and community members that get to spend Christmas with their loved ones thanks to your help and amazing donors. THANK YOU! ❤
"Blood has a shelf life of 42 days, and there is no substitute. As the primary blood supplier for our local hospitals, I cannot say thank you enough for helping us save the lives of local patients. You are a lifesaver, and we are grateful for your support of our mission."
The next HOSA drive is scheduled for Tuesday, February 1st. Reserve your spot now, and save a life! 👇
https://donate.indiana.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/151031
Donors outside of BJSHS are encouraged to register for time slots available from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. to allow for students and staff to take the earlier reservations.
We are Bruin PROUD!
Pictured (from left) - Mrs. Kelly Sharp, Mrs. Sherry Barker, Mrs. Yvette Rouch, and Mr. Rich Uggen.
Photo by Kaybree Norton


(2 of 2) There will be activities for the kids & a chance to get a photo with Santa! If you would like to be a vendor, the tables are $15. Please contact Major Cummings via email at tcummins@blackfordschools.org

(1 of 2) The JROTC program is hosting a craft fair on Dec. 11th, in the BJSHS Cafeteria from 10 am to 2 pm. We will have plenty of vendors, raffles, food & special visit from Santa Claus. He will be here from 10 am to Noon.


The Advanced Manufacturing class sells cutting boards for $15.00. The boards are 100% American-made and manufactured, with a lifetime guarantee. All proceeds go towards helping the class. See any Advanced Manufacturing student put in your order NOW!!

Here is Thursday's Christmas Trivia Question: Finish the following sentence from the movie, "Elf": "The best way to spread Christmas cheer is…" The answer to Wednesday's question was Oklahoma, and the daily winner was Thomas Bolling.


Here is Wednesday's Christmas Trivia Question: Which US state was the last to declare Christmas a legal holiday? The answer to Tuesday's question was Oogie Boogie, and the daily winner was Maddelynn Schmuck. https://forms.gle/xdD4DXdJYLRtvRR47

(2 of 2) See Olivia Waters, Olivia Leas, Una Bowman, Jenna Mahorney, Ms. Shockey or Ms. Leaird if you would like to buy a chocolate bar.

(1 of 2) The junior class officers are selling World's Finest Chocolate Bars for $1! All funds raised go to this year's prom. Chocolate bars will be sold during lunch every day until Christmas Break.


The Spanish Club will have a Christmas-themed meeting TODAY in Mrs. Hudson's room (202) after school until 4:15. Hope to see you there!

There will be a Catch-Up Cafe on TODAY, from 3:15-4:15 pm, in the BJSHS Library. ALL students are welcome to attend the session.
**Mrs. Ruble suggests jr. high students meet with their own teachers for help.**


Here is Tuesday's Christmas Trivia Question: What's the name of the main villain in "The Nightmare Before Christmas"? The answer to Monday's question was Cupid, and the daily winner was Madilynn Ford.


The Jr. High Chess Club will meet TODAY in room 120, from 3:15-4:00. If you do not know how to play, we would be happy to teach you. Remember that you must be picked up by a parent/guardian at Door 2 at 4 pm.

Order forms to purchase a Bru-Cru t-shirt are due TODAY by noon, and should be dropped off to the front office. Shirts are $10 each.
The enrollment for the PlayVS open league Fortnite event ends TODAY. Enroll for free at playvs.com/youth-leagues.


A reminder to students participating in the Blood Drive TODAY--If you are under 17 years old, you MUST bring your parent/guardian consent form with you or you will not be allowed to donate!


Monday's Christmas Trivia Question: Which one of Santa's reindeer has the same name as another holiday mascot? https://forms.gle/BxkM3s9xQ5P84dZ87


A reminder that the Blackford Bru-Cru is selling t-shirts for $10. Order forms are available in the front office and must be turned in by Dec. 7th.

Fortnite players wanting to play in the PlayVS open league event can enroll for free at playvs.com/youth-leagues for their Dec. league. Enrollment ends on 12/7.
