BJHS Daily Announcements

February 19, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.
February 18, 2026
There are no new announcements for today.

February 17, 2026

Yearbook pre-orders are now closed. Please listen to the announcements near the end of the school year for the date to purchase one of the limited number of extra copies. Purchases will be on a first come first served basis until the limited number of copies are sold.

February 12, 2026

Track and Field
Spring is almost here and what does that mean?  TRACK SEASON is getting ready to kick off.
Registration for Track has officially opened, have your parent or guardian get you registered on 8-to-18 by March 6th and make sure you have a current physical on file.   
Curious about track, new, not sure what it is?  Check out the flyers around the building or we have an optional Parent Meeting February 24 at 5:00 in the cafeteria or on Google Meet on February 26th at 6:00pm.
Open Gym - Begins March 3rd

February 9, 2026

Entrepreneurship Club
Do you have a small business or are interested in starting your own? Join entrepreneurship club to create and work on your business by learning from local business owners. You will have an opportunity to showcase your business at the end of the school year! The first meeting will be on today, February 9th from 3-4:15pm in room 116. If you have any questions, reach out to Mrs. Dougall, Mrs. Kay, or Mrs. Smith-Willis."

February 6, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

February 5, 2026

Entrepreneurship Club
Do you have a small business or are interested in starting your own? Join entrepreneurship club to create and work on your business by learning from local business owners. You will have an opportunity to showcase your business at the end of the school year! The first meeting will be on Monday February 9th from 3-4:15pm in room 116. If you have any questions, reach out to Mrs. Dougall, Mrs. Kay, or Mrs. Smith-Willis."

February 4, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.
February 3, 2026
There are no new announcements for today.

February 2, 2026

Garden Club
Garden Club meets today to plan for spring planting. New members are always welcome! The club meets from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 223.
Student Let Be the Light Club
Monday, Join the student led Be the Light club at 3:00 today in the 7K pod! We eat snacks, talk about real life, do activities, and learn how to be a light. Everyone’s welcome! See you Monday.
Do you want to learn about different cultures? Do you want to share your culture with others? Come join us in the Multicultural Club today, Monday, February 2, 2026, after school from 3-3:45pm. We will meet in Mrs. Carrasco's room, A204. If you have any questions, ask Mrs. Carrasco. 
Entrepreneurship Club
Do you have a small business or are interested in starting your own? Join entrepreneurship club to create and work on your business by learning from local business owners. You will have an opportunity to showcase your business at the end of the school year! The first meeting will be on Monday February 9th from 3-4:15pm in room 116. If you have any questions, reach out to Mrs. Dougall, Mrs. Kay, or Mrs. Smith-Willis."

Share your culture at the Multicultural Fair!

Are you interested in sharing about your culture? We are looking for students who want to help and organize fun activities, cultural displays, raffles, and music performances for our annual multicultural fair! Join Ms. Guzman for an informational meeting in room A201 on Wednesday, February 4th right after school!

January 30, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

January 29, 2026

eSports
eSports has been cancelled today, January 29, 2026. The next meeting will be on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Student Let Be the Light Club
Monday, Join the student led Be the Light club at 3:00 today in the 7K pod! We eat snacks, talk about real life, do activities, and learn how to be a light. Everyone’s welcome! See you Monday.

January 28, 2026

Traditional Board Game Club
Traditional Board Game Club has been cancelled today, Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Multicultural Club
Do you want to learn about different cultures? Do you want to share your culture with others? Come join us in the Multicultural Club starting next Monday after school from 3-3:45pm. We will meet in Mrs. Carrasco's room, A204. If you have any questions, ask Mrs. Carrasco.  See you Monday!
Multicultural Fair

Are you interested in sharing about your culture? We are looking for students who want to help and organize fun activities, cultural displays, raffles, and music performances for our annual multicultural fair! Join Ms. Guzman for an informational meeting in room A201 on Wednesday, February 4th right after school!

January 27, 2026

2025-26 Yearbook Sales Flier

January 22, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

January 21, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

January 16, 2026

There is NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026 . School will resume on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

January 13, 2026

Cooking Club
Cooking Club will have an informational meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in FCS Room 2.
Traditional Board Game Club
Traditional Board Game Club will meet tomorrw, January 14, 2026, from 3:00-4:00 p.m.

January 12, 2026

Student Led Be The Light Club

Are you looking for a place to talk about your faith, ask big questions, and hang out with other students? Our student-led "Be the Light Club" will meet today from 3-4 in the 7K pod. We do activities, have discussions about faith, and support each other in a positive, welcoming space. Come check it out—everyone is welcome!

January 9, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

January 8, 2026

Student Led Pride Club
The student-led Pride Club will meet afterschool tomorrow, January 9, 2026.
Minecraft Club
Minecraft Club will meet tomorrow afterschool in IT1. If you need a form, stop by and grab one from Mr. Woodward.
Cooking Club
Cooking Club will have an informational meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in FCS Room 2. Permission slips will be available then, or see Mrs. DeBolt or Mr. Woodward.
Student Led Be The Light Club

Are you looking for a place to talk about your faith, ask big questions, and hang out with other students? Our student-led "Be the Light Club" will meet on Monday January 12th from 3-4 in the 7K pod. We do activities, have discussions about faith, and support each other in a positive, welcoming space. Come check it out—everyone is welcome! Pick up a permission slip in the office.

Traditional Board Game Club
Traditional Board Game Club will meet on January 14, 2026.

January 7, 2026

There are no new announcements for today.

January 6, 2025

Student Led Be The Light Club

Are you looking for a place to talk about your faith, ask big questions, and hang out with other students? Our student-led "Be the Light Club" will meet on Monday January 12th from 3-4 in the 7K pod. We do activities, have discussions about faith, and support each other in a positive, welcoming space. Come check it out—everyone is welcome! Pick up a permission slip in the office.

Traditional Board Game Club
Traditional Board Game Club will meet on January 14, 2026.

December 19, 2025

There are no new announcements for today.
School will resume again on Jaunuary 6, 2026.

December 18, 2025

Are you regretting not auditioning for Seussical the Musical? Email Mr Thomason today if you are still interested in participating in the show!

December 17, 2025

Scholastic Bowl
Scholastic Bowl has been cancelled for today.

December 16, 2025

Seussical Jr. Auditions
Auditions for the musical, Seussical Jr. will continue today from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the Choir room.
Scholastic Bowl
Scholastic Bowl practice is cancelled for tomorrow, December 17, 2025.

December 12, 2025

There are no new announcements for today.

December 11, 2025

Lost and Found
The pile of lost and found grew overnight!! We want it to go down, not be added to!Come check out the large pile of lost and found items in the office. There are many hoodies and coats that need to find the way back home.

December 10, 2025

Lost and Found
Be sure to check the large pile of lost and found items in the office. There are many hoodies and coats that need to find a home.

December 9, 2025

There are no new announcements for today.

December 8, 2025

Animal Rescue Club
Animal Rescue Club will meet on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 3:00-3:50 p.m.
Girl's Volleyball
6th-graders will try out on Monday, December 8th, from 3:00 to 4:30.  7th and 8th grade tryouts will be held on Tuesday, December 9th and Wednesday, December 10th from 3:00 to 4:30. For more information, contact Coach Tippett.
BJHS Student Council  
Student Council on Wednesday, December 10th in Ms. Compton's IT classroom from 3-3:45 pm.  Please arrange for a ride home in advance.  We will be working on creating/braiding t-shirt dog toys for the Bloomington/Normal Humane Society.  

December 5, 2025

Student Led Pride Club
Student Led Pride Club has been cancelled for today, December 5, 2025.
Animal Rescue Club
Animal Rescue Club will meet on Monday, December 8, 2025 from 3:00-3:50 p.m.

December 4, 2025

There are no new announcements for today.

December 3, 2025

Traditional Board Game Club

Traditional Board Game Club has been cancelled for today, December 3, 2025.

Musical Auditions

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December 2, 2025

BJHS Student Council  

Please remember to check your Student Council Google classroom daily for new announcements.  This Friday's Knight Kash store volunteers can be found there, along with information about our next meeting, which will be next week on Wednesday, December 10th in Ms. Compton's IT classroom from 3-3:45 pm.  Please arrange for a ride home in advance.  We will be working on creating/braiding t-shirt dog toys for the Bloomington/Normal Humane Society.  

December 1, 2025

IMSA Fusion
IMSA Fusion has been cancelled for tonight, December 1, 2025.

November 25, 2025

November 24, 2025

Crochet/Craft Club
The Crochet/Craft Club will not meet today, November 24, 2025. Everyone have a nice break and we will meet when we return on December 1st.
Wrestling
Any student interested in being a part of the wrestling team needs to register on the BJHS website under Athletic Registration.  There are no cuts. Everyone makes the team. The first practice is Monday 12/1 from 3-5. Any questions see Coach Wolfe.

November 21, 2025

Crochet/Craft Club
The Crochet/Craft Club will not meet on Monday, November 24. Everyone have a nice break and we will meet when we return on December 1st.
Girl's Volleyball
Tryout dates for volleyball have been moved to the week of December 8th.  6th-graders will try out on Monday, December 8th, from 3:00 to 4:30.  7th and 8th grade tryouts will be held on Tuesday, December 9th and Wednesday, December 10th from 3:00 to 4:30.
An open gym for 6th graders only will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd from 3:00 to 4:30.  An open gym will be held for 7th & 8th graders only on Wednesday, December 3rd.  
For more information, contact Coach Tippett.
Wrestling
Any student interested in being a part of the wrestling team needs to register on the BJHS website under Athletic Registration.  There are no cuts. Everyone makes the team. The first practice is Monday 12/1 from 3-5. Any questions see Coach Wolfe.

November 19, 2025

Traditional Board Game Club
Traditional Board Game Club will meet from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 109.

November 18, 2025

Math Tutoring
Today is the last day for math tutoring.
Fannie May
Fannie May Fundraiser pick-up will be tomorrow, November 19, 2025, from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the front doors of the school. Students need to be accompanied by a parent in order to receive the orders. If you have any questions, please contact Adele Keller at 309.827.0086 x1802 or kellera@district87.org

November 17, 2025

Garden Club
Garden Club will meet in the couryard and greenhouse today.

November 14, 2025

There are no new announcements today.

November 13, 2025

Junior Health Science Academy Program
A hearty congratulations to the 25 students in the Junior Health Science Academy Program.  There will be an end of program celebration for them at Heartland Community College tonight .  This program is run by the Black Nurses of Central Illinois at the Heartland Nursing Simulation Lab for Junior High students that are interested in a career in health care.  This six week program taught the students things like: how to start an IV, how to do CPR, surgery preparation, checking blood pressure, and glucose monitoring. There will be another session in the spring of 2026.  If you are interested, check with your science teacher, Nurse Monique, or Nurse Carter for  more information.  The application process will begin in January.

November 12, 2025

raditional Board Game Club
Board Game Club with Mr. Cruz has been cancelled for today, November 12, 2025.
Chess Club
Chess Club will begin on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Club will run from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 131 with Mr. Mueller. All skill levels are welcome!
Cross Country Banquet
The BJHS XC Banquet will be held in the BJHS Cafeteria on Wednesday, November 12th from 6 to 7:30 pm. We are excited to celebrate by recognizing you and a fantastic season. Cake will be served. Please feel free to bring a dessert to share as well.
Girl's Volleyball
Girls’ Volleyball will host two open gyms in November.  The dates include Wednesday, November 12th, and Thursday, November 20th.  Open gyms will run from 3:00 to 4:30 in the West Gym.  All participants must have a current physical on file and be registered for volleyball on 8-to18.  Links to register are on the BJHS Athletics website.  Girls’ Volleyball tryouts will be held for 6th-grade girls on Monday, December 1st, from 3:00 to 4:30.  Tryouts for 7th & 8th Graders will be held on December 2nd & 3rd.  For more information, contact Coach Tippett in room 139 or via email.

November 11, 2025

Traditional Board Game Club
Board Game Club with Mr. Cruz has been cancelled for tomorrow, November 12, 2025.

November 10, 2025

Chess Club
Chess Club will begin on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Club will run from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 131 with Mr. Mueller. All skill levels are welcome!
Student Council members our next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 11th from 3 to 3:45 in Ms. Compton's IT classroom.  Please arrange a ride home in advance.  Also please read messages and announcements in your student council google classroom.

November 7, 2025

Chess Club
Chess Club will begin on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Club will run from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in Room 131 with Mr. Mueller. All skill levels are welcome!

November 6, 2025

Student Council
Student Council members our next meeting will be on Tuesday, November 11th from 3 to 3:45 in Ms. Compton's IT classroom.  Please arrange a ride home in advance.  Also please read messages and announcements in your student council google classroom.

November 4, 2025

There are no new announcements for today.

Novmber 3, 2025

Traditional Board Game Club
Do you like strategy, competition, and traditional board games like Risk, Monopoly , and chess? Come join Mr. Cruz for the Board Game Club! Our first meeting is Wednesday, November 5th, in Room 109 from 2:50–3:50 PM. All are welcome—just show up and play!
Attention 8th Grade Students
The BHS Color Guard will hold auditions for their winter program starting November 10, and all 8th graders are invited to attend.  Pick up a flyer in the band room for more information.  The color guard will also have a demonstration during round table on November 6; talk to Mr. Zummo to sign up to attend. 
Girl's Volleyball
Girls’ Volleyball will host two open gyms in November.  The dates include Wednesday, November 12th, and Thursday, November 20th.  Open gyms will run from 3:00 to 4:30 in the West Gym.  All participants must have a current physical on file and be registered for volleyball on 8-to18.  Links to register are on the BJHS Athletics website.  Girls’ Volleyball tryouts will be held for 6th-grade girls on Monday, December 1st, from 3:00 to 4:30.  Tryouts for 7th & 8th Graders will be held on December 2nd & 3rd.  For more information, contact Coach Tippett in room 139 or via email.
Cross Country Banquet
The BJHS XC Banquet will be held in the BJHS Cafeteria on Wednesday, November 12th from 6 to 7:30 pm. We are excited to celebrate by recognizing you and a fantastic season. Cake will be served. Please feel free to bring a dessert to share as well.