🏫🍎 Happy School Principals' Day! 🍎🏫
May 1st is dedicated to honoring the incredible educational leaders who play a vital role in shaping our schools and communities. 🌟
Today, let's take a moment to express our gratitude to the dedicated principals who tirelessly work to ensure the success and well-being of our children.
🖤 Dale Wren - Beavercreek High School
🧡 Jaimie Sweet - Ferguson Hall Freshman Building
🖤 Brian Shimko - Ankeney Middle School
🧡 Andrea Ferguson - Coy Middle School
🖤 Joell Mangan - Fairbrook Elementary
🧡 Jon Webb - Main Elementary
🖤 Sue Bamford - Parkwood Elementary
🧡 Susan Peveler - Shaw Elementary
🖤 Lisa Walk - Trebein Elementary
🧡 Sarah Chivington - Valley Elementary
🖤 Kristine Montague - Preschool Center
Congrats to Haley Ferguson on breaking the GWOC career strikeout record on Friday night! Haley needed 14 to clinch the lead. But she didn't just meet the target—she surpassed it with 17 strikeouts, bringing her grand total to an impressive 848 and counting!
📸 Josh Maxwell!
Last week, Beavercreek High School Network Club students made their mark at the We Are Change Rally in Columbus alongside 1000+ youth across Ohio! 🌟 They joined in celebrating the impactful prevention efforts led by youth in the state.
Additionally, the club proudly received the OYLPN (Ohio Youth-Led Prevention Network) Passion Project Award for its dedication to elementary tobacco and vaping prevention presentations!
Congratulations!!! 🧡🖤
It's Fact Friday time! Did you know...
In 1932, a full school lunch was priced at just $0.15 to $0.18! 😲
By 1954, the cost rose to $0.30 for lunch, with extras like ice cream for $0.06 and chilled juice for $0.02! 🍦🥤
Fast forward to 2024, and school lunch prices now range between $3.00 and $3.75. 🍔
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Marlyn Strickland 🌟
Meet Marlyn! Marlyn is our dedicated HR and Payroll Coordinator, bringing ten years of invaluable experience to our district. He is also Rooted in Our Community as a 2009 BHS graduating class member.
When asked about the most influential person in his career, Marlyn humbly acknowledges his parents. Their unwavering support and the values they instilled in him have been the guiding force behind his journey. From attending his performances to cheering him on through career changes, Marlyn's parents have been his pillars of strength.
Among Marlyn's fondest memories at BCS is the exhilarating moment when the indoor percussion ensemble reached the Winter Guard International World Championships finals in 2019. The students' sheer joy and excitement upon learning this was truly unforgettable. Marlyn's pride in their performance and fond memories of the staff and students are a testament to his dedication and impact within our organization.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Marlyn is a passionate biker and golfer. He continues to nurture his love for music by teaching marching band and indoor percussion, judging competitions, and playing trombone in local groups. His adventures with his wife and their adorable dog, Duncan, add another layer of fulfillment to his life.
Reflecting on his journey, Marlyn expresses gratitude for the supportive community at BCS. Having worked across various roles and buildings, he attests to the genuine care and tireless efforts of everyone involved to provide the best experience for staff, students, and community members. Marlyn feels blessed to have grown and served in a district integral to his personal and professional development for over 20 years.
Big congrats to our Beavercreek Indoor Percussion Ensemble! 🌟 They rocked the stage at WGI's Indoor Percussion World competition and secured a fantastic 15th place overall in PSO. 🏆🌎
Special shoutout to our talented freshman performers: Andy Cutler, Kayley Kovar, Thomas Kutter, Jonathyn Prall, and Isaac Parker! 🎶 #BcreekIndoorPercussion #WGI2024
We are pleased to announce that Beavercreek High School AFJROTC cadets Maximus Madrid and Shepherd Simpson have been awarded the coveted AFJROTC Flight Academy Scholarship! Valued at $30,000 each, this competitive scholarship covers transportation, room and board, academics, and flight hours required to potentially earn their Private Pilot Certificate.
Cadet Madrid will be attending Bowling Green State University, OH while Cadet Simpson will be off to Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ!
Congratulations Max and Shep! #AFJROTC
🎨🌟 What an incredible achievement! Last week, at The Dayton Art Institute, the 2024 Congressional Art Competition Awards Ceremony showcased the remarkable talents of young artists. We're thrilled to announce that several students from Mrs. Broyles' BHS art class had their exceptional pieces displayed during this esteemed event. 🖼️✨
A special shoutout goes to Taylor Grove for receiving the prestigious "People's Choice" award 🏆 Your talent and dedication truly shine through! 🎉👏
Congratulations to all our BHS art students!
🎸🎤 Don't Miss Out on the final performance of BHS's School of Rock! 🎸🎤
Rock on with us for the last show of our electrifying spring musical, School of Rock, at BHS's Alumni Auditorium! 🤘🎶 Join us tonight at 7:30 p.m. for an unforgettable evening of music and excitement.
🌟 Creek Fact Friday! 🌟
Did you know Karen Clark, our longest-serving bus driver, has been driving for the district for almost 40 years? Since August 27, 1984, Karen has been dedicated to safely transporting students to and from Coy, BHS, and Trebein. #CreekFactFriday
A special thank you to Ava and Sophia from Ferguson Hall's Student Advisory for stopping by tonight's Board of Education meeting to present an update on all things Ferguson Hall!
Ava and Sophia, along with two other FH student advisory group members, Dana and Carson, created a great presentation to share with the Board, including many updates on what's been happening in the building this year. #HighSchoolHappenings #FergusonHall #FergusonHallStudentAdvisory 🧡
Congrats to our varsity softball team, which delivered an incredible comeback in the 7th inning on Tuesday, handing Centerville their first loss of the season! 💥 Trailing 1-4, our team rallied and scored four runs in the final inning, clinching the victory with a final score of 5-4! 🙌⚾
We're thrilled to share that some of our amazing Beaverettes had the incredible opportunity to dance alongside the Ohio State dance team! 🧡🖤💃 What an unforgettable experience filled with passion, talent, and pure joy! ❤️🩶
Recently, 30 of our JROTC cadets visited WPAFB for a flight on the C-17 Globemaster! They then wrapped up the day with a little bowling at the Kittyhawk Lanes! Thank you to the Airmen of the 445th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, 88th Operations Group, and the 711th Human Performance Wing for including us in your training!
But most of all, SPECIAL THANKS to Cadet Colonel Ricky Contreras for setting this up! It’s a lifetime memory for our cadets that won’t be forgotten! #BCreekSchools #AFJROTC
It was a great day to wear PURPLE! 💜
Thank you to everyone who participated in PURPLE UP DAY to help honor and celebrate our military-connected students!
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Cami Bradley 🌟
For 16 incredible years, Cami Bradley has been an integral part of the Creek family, shining brightly as an administrative assistant at Ankeney Middle School. 🏫
Reflecting on her journey, Cami finds pinpointing just one influential figure in her career challenging. "I've been fortunate to work alongside so many amazing individuals, each leaving a lasting impact on me," she shares.
Among her cherished memories at BCS, Cami fondly recalls the joy of taking all the kids to the Pizza Dive for an unforgettable Oh Wow Week adventure, where they rolled up their sleeves and crafted delicious pizzas together. 🍕
To Cami, being a member of the Creek family means embracing unity and shared purpose. "It's about recognizing that we're all in this together," she explains. "Witnessing students evolve, graduate, and return to share their post-high school endeavors—it's truly heartwarming."
Cami Bradley embodies the spirit of dedication, compassion, and community that defines BCS. Thank you, Cami, for your unwavering commitment to our students and staff! 🧡🖤
🌟 Creek Fact Friday! 🌟
Did you know that Beavercreek City Schools is home to approximately 1139 military-connected students? We're incredibly proud of our diverse and resilient community!
Plus, mark your calendars because April 15 is Purple Up Day in Beavercreek! 💜 Join us in honoring and celebrating our military-connected students by wearing purple this Monday.
Let's show our support and appreciation for their sacrifices and contributions. #PurpleUp #Bcreekschools
Beavercreek High School Network students recently finished going to all the 3rd and 4th grade classrooms throughout the district to teach students about the dangers of smoking and vaping. #BHSNetwork
The BHS International Club is hosting its first ever “Culture in the Creek” on Wednesday, April 17.
Join us from 5:00 - 7:30 pm to learn about various cultures and to see a variety of performances and dances.
#CreekFactFriday
Did you know? This past January marked a significant milestone - 60 years since the 1964 plane crash at Beavercreek High School!
On January 3, 1964, the fuselage of an RB-57D Canberra twin-jet reconnaissance plane crashed in a parking lot of the school. With over 2,000 students, teachers, and workers present, it was a moment etched in our community's history.
Despite the harrowing circumstances, we're grateful to report that no one was injured and little damage was done. To read more about this event, visit -https://www.beavercreekliving.com/beavercreek-blog/itemlist/tag/Crash
