A Message From the Principal
Berlin High School
Greetings BHS Families,
Happy New Year! I hope your holiday was fantastic. As much as I appreciate the break and time with family, I equally appreciate routine and am happy to get back into it.
We are approaching the halfway point of the school year and things are going to get busy at Berlin High School. First, please see the letter about 'Bridge Day' that was sent out and is attached in this newsletter as well. This was an effective approach last year for us to improve grades and award more credit. If you have any questions about this please reach out to the office. It should also be noted that the end of the semester is also a formal grade checkpoint for extracurricular eligibility.
Another big thing that will start this month is registration for classes for next year. We are updating our course catalog and will share those documents on our website for your review. I strongly encourage you to be involved in this process with your child, asking questions about the classes they are required or wanting to take and their alignment to their future goals and plans. Your child's counselor can answer any questions you might have about any of our classes, requirements, the registration process, or suggestions based on future plans.
On a lighter note, Winterfest is coming up January 27-February 1st, concluding with the dance on Saturday, February 1st. Please watch social media or our website to see all the fun that is being planned for that week.
I hope 2025 is your best year yet! Go Berlin!
Yours,
Bryant
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The Price is Right at BHS
Staff brought the festive spirit to life for students with an exciting game of The Price is Right before winter break.
Students were invited down from the audience to showcase their bidding skills on a variety of items, all while competing for incredible prizes!
The atmosphere was filled with laughter and joy, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved. A heartfelt thank you to Thrivent Financial and our anonymous donor for generously providing such wonderful prizes to reward our hard-working students!
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BHS Key Club Spreads Holiday Cheer
During the Christmas Holidays, the BHS Key Club brought smiles and warmth to residents at two local nursing homes. Students engaged with many residents through singing and friendly visits.
Additionally, the Key Club members shared their musical talents by singing to their fellow student peers and handing out treats to staff!
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Christmas Shopping at the Mall
Students ventured to the mall to shop for Christmas gifts for their family and friends!
This planning began in October when they created a list of people they wanted to buy for. Each student also set a budget before their shopping trip. All were responsible for making their purchases and managing their own money. Everyone did an outstanding job!
Upon returning to school, students wrapped the gifts and anxiously waited to place them under their Christmas trees at home. It was a fun-filled day had by all!
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Ski Club Hit The Slopes
The BMS & BHS Ski Club started their winter season with an awesome trip to Nordic Mountain!
Upcoming Ski Club Dates:
• Monday, January 13, 2025
• Monday, January 20, 2025
• Monday, February 3, 2025
• Monday, February 10, 2025 (Make-Up Day, If Needed)
Have a blast and stay safe!
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Berlin Robotics Continues to Excel
The Berlin Robotics Team achieved remarkable success at Neenah’s Merry VEXmas Event on December 14, where they emerged victorious among 46 participating teams! Team members Jack Gerber, Tom Schumacher, and James Paskey were proud representatives of this outstanding achievement.
Earlier, on December 7, the same team showcased their skill and sportsmanship by winning the Sportsmanship Award at the 11th Annual Menasha VEX Tournament, where they competed against 38 teams. Team members James Paskey, Tom Schumacher, and Ben Johnson were instrumental in this accomplishment.
In addition to these events, Berlin Robotics has also participated in a tournament in Lomira earlier this year and regularly competes in a league in Appleton.
Thanks to their hard work and dedication, these students have qualified for the State Tournament, which will take place at the Resch Expo on March 14-15.
Congratulations to the Berlin Robotics Team on your impressive accomplishments! We wish you the best of luck at the State Tournament in March!
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Holiday Movie Night at BHS
The members of the BHS Key Club, in collaboration with the Berlin Kiwanis Club, organized an enjoyable evening in the BHS commons and auditorium! This event was open to the public and featured a screening of the famous film The Polar Express, along with delightful hot chocolate, freshly baked cookies, and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Farmers and Merchants Bank for their generous donation of raffle baskets. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this wonderful community event a success!
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Cesa 6 Youth Apprenticeship Student Spotlights
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Festive Cheer at BHS
Staff members rocked matching holiday shirts and came together for a potluck and ornament exchange. Laughter, joy, and team spirit filled the room as colleagues celebrated the season.
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Coffee Shop Poetry
The Coffee Shop Poetry event was truly a delightful and unforgettable experience!
We had the pleasure of witnessing many talented presenters, including high school and elementary students, staff members, and local poets from the community. A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who bravely took the stage to share their poetry. Each performance was fantastic!
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Mark Your Calendars For Poetry Slam
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Wind Ensemble Delivers a Fantastic Concert
Every student dedicated significant effort in preparation for the performance, and they truly excelled on stage. Thank you for entertaining everyone in attendance!
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BHS Artists Shine
We are proud to announce that the artwork of Ewan Steffen, Aubrey Meyer, Makayla Trochinski, Eva Vang, and Kate Scharff will be featured in the Wisconsin Art Education Association's Youth Art Month Regional Exhibit. This exhibition will take place at the Neville Museum in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from January 25 to February 23, 2025.
An artist reception is scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 1:00 PM, concluding at 4:00 PM.
The regional exhibit will be judged by local artists and art educators. Each art teacher will have three works selected to advance to the State Youth Art Month Show, celebrating Wisconsin’s commitment to youth art education.
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Kindness is Always in Season
The Berlin FFA participated in their first angel tree shopping day. Thank you for spreading kindness and joy during the holiday season!
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A Winter Night Sky
Recently, the BHS choir and encore singers presented their concert titled "A Winter Night Sky."
The evening featured a delightful selection of songs, including popular holiday classics. All the students delivered outstanding performances, and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the show.
Congratulations to all the performers! Your dedication and effort are commendable, and BHS is fortunate to have so many talented individuals!
This wonderful concert was directed by Abbe Lane, accompanied by collaborative pianist Jessica Fritz.
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Lifeguards in Training
The Berlin Community Education and Recreation program has been busy training future Berlin-area lifeguards at the Miller Natatorium.
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BHS Athletics
We are thrilled to announce that Berlin High School Athletics is elevating our game! We are proud to introduce Hudl.
Hudl is an innovative software platform that offers live stream video coverage of all games and meets, along with analytical tools that help both coaches and athletes enhance their performance. This platform will be utilized by many of our athletic teams at High School.
Download the FREE HUDL Fan App, watch from your desktop or tv! Go Berlin!
Berlin Wrestling
Recently, Berlin Wrestling kicked-off their season at the Kimberly Invite. All of our wrestlers competed well and we had two individuals make the podium. Sophomore Ben Green placed 3rd (215) and Junior Jakob Martin was the 215 lbs weight class Champion!
Berlin Boys Swimming
The BHS Boys Swim Team enjoyed a team bonding night at Escape Oshkosh, where they successfully solved the Secret of the Shamrock!
2024-2025 Winter Sports Schedule
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2025-2026 Course Registration
We will be registering for classes for the next school starting in January. Students will be given an updated course catalog and registration forms to select their classes. These forms will also be available on our school website (BHS>Academics>HS Counseling). We encourage you, the parent, to engage in conversation with your child about their course choices and the direction your child wants to go after high school.
It is important to note that we are having to 'tighten our belt' due to our financial constraints. This may include reduced staff, reduced course offerings, and higher class sizes. It is very likely that students will not get all of their requested courses, particularly their elective choices. Students will have to make decisions and choose between offerings. We are asking all students to provide alternative choices beyond their first requests. It's the unfortunate reality of what we need to do to keep our school going. At the same time, I am committed to keeping as many offerings and options as possible, and we will have quality course options for all students, regardless of their interests and career plans.
If you have questions, please reach out to your child's counselor or principal, Bryant Bednarek.
Ann Ragus (Last name A-L)
Matt Willett (Last name M-Z)
Bryant Bednarek, High School Principal
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