Berkeley Springs FFA members volunteer at Empty Bowls



It's time to divide the tribe! Class Color Wars are on Wednesday October 15. Click this link to Order your Class of 202_ Shirts. Orders must be in by October 3! Please choose PICK UP when you check out. Ms. Remsburg will get all of the shirts and they will be passed out by class advisors Monday & Tuesday of Spirit Week.
Link to Order:
https://mytee-creations.myshopify.com/collections/bshs-class-shirts
Link to Order:
https://mytee-creations.myshopify.com/collections/bshs-class-shirts

Honors Chemistry students explored matter with various lab stations 🧪 From blowing up balloons to marble drops, reactions are always taking place!








Materials Needed for the Pumpkin Drop Competition
We will be holding our fourth Pumpkin Drop Competition on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Students will be working in small groups to design an enclosure to protect a pumpkin from damage when dropped from high altitudes. We will be dropping the creations from the roof of the A-Building onto concrete. Each team will extensively research other designs as they collaborate to create their own. This project involves every area of S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
Students are requesting materials to complete their project. Materials must be at the school prior to Monday, October 13, 2025. They need a box with something to cushion the pumpkin. Some groups are going to need materials for a parachute. The items can be in any condition. This is an opportunity to “RECYCLE” items that might normally be thrown away. Below is a list of items that students have requested in the past. Any items that may be repurposed could be useful.
Boxes – They should at least be large enough to hold a medium size pumpkin with space to add
cushioning. Smaller boxes are still useful.
Pool Noodles
Pillows
Tarp
Bubble Wrap
Empty Water Bottles
Sheets
Styrofoam (No packing peanuts)
Duct Tape or Packing Tape
Hay / Straw
Trash Bags
Blankets
Memory Foam
Cotton Balls
Marshmallows
Styrofoam Boxes
Towels
Balloons
Shower Curtains
Socks
Orange pumpkins can also be donated. They must be at least 10 inches in diameter.
The following materials cannot be used.
· No white pumpkins.
· No Styrofoam peanuts or other small, non-biodegradable packing fillers are allowed.
· No hard materials: NO wood, metal, PVC pipe, or glass is allowed. Soft garbage cans are acceptable.
· No liquids, Jell-O, peanut butter or any oily substances are allowed.
· No unpackaged food.
· No freezing or adding chemicals.
· No electrical sources are allowed.
· No Styrofoam spray allowed in or outside of package.
· No glitter.
· No bungee cords.
Please contact Mr. Brode with any questions. (School – 304-258-2871 Extension 150 or Cell - 240-362-6522 (Leave Message))
Materials can be dropped off in the main office or to any BSHS science teacher. Please call before dropping off any materials.
Student projects must be completed by Wednesday, October 15, 2025. They will be dropped on Thursday, October 16, 2025, during Mr. Brode’s science classes.
Thank you,
John Brode

Human Anatomy and Physiology constructed models of organs! These models show how our organs work together to keep our bodies stable and maintaining homeostasis 💪 🫀










Every student should be bringing home a 2025–2026 School Calendar Magnet today.
This magnet includes:
Important school dates and breaks
End-of-nine-weeks reminders
A space to track student absences
A QR code for submitting absence notes online
Please place it on your fridge or another spot at home where it’s easy to see. Together, we can help every student know that attendance matters!
This magnet includes:
Important school dates and breaks
End-of-nine-weeks reminders
A space to track student absences
A QR code for submitting absence notes online
Please place it on your fridge or another spot at home where it’s easy to see. Together, we can help every student know that attendance matters!

Forensics examined a mock crime scene 🔍 Students made observations and examined the crime scene to draw conclusions and solve the case





Berkeley Springs FFA Officers assist WSMS FFA officers in Club recruitment. BSHS Officers presented to the WSMS activities and contests that can be participated in with FFA.


BSHS at Hampshire High School for Regional FFA meeting.



Students of Mr. Tom Lacy, BSHS Social Studies and Economics teacher, use a College Cost simulator as part of class!

Students in ELA 9 practices working together today to build "huts" like the characters in "Lord of the Flies" by William Goulding. They learned the value of strategy, communication, and teamwork and how one small bump can collapse the hut.





BSHS FFA at Tractor Supply for Community Outreach



Extra 2024-2025 yearbooks from last year are available for sale—limited quantity!
Price: $69
Payment by cash or check only.
To order, please message kristina.r.anderson@k12.wv.us.
Thank you!
Price: $69
Payment by cash or check only.
To order, please message kristina.r.anderson@k12.wv.us.
Thank you!

Human Anatomy & Physiology analyzing how feedback loops affect homeostasis 🏃♀️❤️ 🎶 The students had some great hypotheses that involved using music and exercise to measure the change in heart rate.



Congratulations to Paw Paw High School and Berkeley Springs High School! Both are among seventy-one high schools recognized as a 2025 Champion of College Access and Success. https://www.cfwv.com/champion/
College for West Virginia (CFWV) coordinates three annual college-planning milestones to help students in West Virginia plan their pathway to education or training beyond high school. High schools that successfully participate in all three pathway events and meet specific criteria are recognized as CFWV Champions of College Access and Success schools. The three milestones have specific components to help students in West Virginia transition to postsecondary pathways.
College for West Virginia (CFWV) coordinates three annual college-planning milestones to help students in West Virginia plan their pathway to education or training beyond high school. High schools that successfully participate in all three pathway events and meet specific criteria are recognized as CFWV Champions of College Access and Success schools. The three milestones have specific components to help students in West Virginia transition to postsecondary pathways.
Honors chemistry measured out ingredients using their dimensional analysis skills to make some delicious fudge😋😋😋😋😋😋😋


Picture Day Nov. 12th

Ms. Banks's Office Procedure students took on multiple tasks for Celebrating Freedom Week. They not only created beautiful posters to hang around our buildings, but also designed and put up our Veteran Wall. All BSHS students were asked to submit names of family members who had served in the military. Those who submitted names can now see them proudly displayed in our cafeteria the remainder of Celebrating Freedom Week!
Thank you again to Ms. Banks and her students for making this possible!
Thank you again to Ms. Banks and her students for making this possible!
Forensics class has some up and coming crime scene investigators 🔬Students have been learning to use their observation skills and microscopy techniques to solve crimes.






It's that time! Join us in celebrating RIO DE HOCO! Homecoming week at BSHS will be EPIC!

