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Cougar News is Bullitt Central’s weekly newsletter with important updates, upcoming dates, and celebrations for our students, families, and community. |
Our theme this year is “Build The Legacy.” Each week, we are proud to spotlight students in our newsletter who are leaving their mark as true "Legacy Builders"—making a difference in our school and beyond. |
🐾 This Week At Bullitt Central: |
Monday, May 4
– Boys & Girls Varsity Track & Field @ Bullitt East, 4:00 PM
– Boys V/JV Baseball @ Fern Creek, 5:30/7:30 PM
– Boys Freshman Baseball @ Meade Co. (Double Header), 6:00/7:30 PM
– Girls Varsity Softball vs. Southern, 6:00 PM
Tuesday, May 5
– Spring Band Concert, Cafeteria, 7:00 PM
– Boys Varsity Baseball vs. Bullitt East, 6:00 PM
– Girls Varsity Softball @ Shelby Co., 6:30 PM
Wednesday, May 6
– Boys Varsity Baseball @ Meade Co., 6:00 PM
Thursday, May 7
– Boys Freshman Baseball vs. Eastern, 5:30 PM
– Girls V/JV Softball vs. Thomas Nelson, 6:00/8:00 PM
– Boys JV Baseball vs. Eastern, 7:30 PM
Friday, May 8
– KSA Testing Kick-Off / Staff vs. Student Basketball Game, (Afternoon Pep Rally Modified Schedule)
– Boys JV/Freshman Baseball @ CAL, 5:30/7:30 PM
– Girls Varsity Softball @ Bullitt East, 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 9
– Boys Varsity Baseball (David Iery Invitational Tournament), 11:00 AM
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📚 Testing Season Is Here: AP & KSA Updates ✏️
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AP Testing begins this week, and we are proud of our students as they take this important step in showcasing their learning and college readiness. We wish all AP students the very best as they begin their exams! 🎉
KSA testing will follow next week for our sophomores and juniors. These assessments are an important measure of student growth and help us continue improving teaching and learning across our school.
We encourage all families to support their students by reinforcing a few key reminders:
⏰ Arrive at school on time each day
💻 Bring a fully charged Chromebook
💪 Stay focused and give their best effort on every test
Your support at home plays a vital role in helping our students feel confident and prepared. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a successful testing season! 🐾
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🎓 Important Senior Dates 🐾 |
📝 2026 Final Exam Schedule 🐾 |
We know the end of the year can be a whirlwind, so we are sharing our Final Exam Schedule now to help our families plan ahead! 🗓️
We want to ensure every student has the best environment to succeed. We are asking all families to please avoid scheduling doctor’s appointments, dental visits, or other out-of-school commitments during these testing windows. It is vital that our Cougars are at school, on time, and ready to show what they’ve learned!
For more information about our final exam guidelines and exemption policy, click here.
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📚 Reminder: Learning Labs Are Here to Support Students!
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Bullitt Central High School offers Learning Labs designed to provide extra help for students who need additional support with their learning. These sessions give students the opportunity to strengthen their skills, ask questions, and get personalized guidance from our teachers.
✅ Who can attend: Any student seeking extra academic support
✅ Subjects: Various subjects based on student needs
✅ When & Where: See the full schedule here: Learning Labs Schedule
Encourage your student to take advantage of this great resource — it’s a fantastic way to stay on track and succeed! 💪
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📚 May 4 – May 15: AP Testing
✏️ May 11 – May 15: KSA Testing
🏅May 12: Scottish Rites Ceremony
🌟 May 19: Professional Learning Day (No School)
📝 May 20 – May 21: Senior Final Exams
🎓 May 20: Baccalaureate
🎓 May 22: Senior Grades Due
🇺🇸 May 25: Memorial Day (No School)
📝 May 26 – May 27: Underclassman Final Exams
🎓 May 26: Elementary & Middle School Grad Walks / Senior Luncheon / Senior Awards Night
🎓 May 27 & 28: Graduation Practice
☀️ May 28: Last Day of School / Underclassmen Awards / Quarter 4 ROAR Rally
🎓 May 30: Graduation!
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✨ Transformational Lesson of the Week: Ms. Vires! ✨ |
Our students in Ms. Vires’ Biology class are digging into learning—literally! 🦴 Last week, students stepped into the role of archaeologists during a hands-on “fossil dig” to better understand the Law of Superposition. By carefully examining fossil placement in layers, they explored how scientists determine the relative age of fossils—figuring out which are older and which are newer.
This engaging, real-world learning experience connects directly to several of our district’s Graduate Profile competencies:
🔍 Mastery Learner – Students applied scientific concepts in a meaningful, hands-on way, deepening their understanding of the Law of Superposition beyond the textbook.
🧠 Innovative Problem Solver – Through analyzing fossil layers and making evidence-based conclusions, students practiced critical thinking and problem-solving skills just like real scientists.
💬 Effective Communicator – Students discussed their findings and explained how fossil position relates to age, strengthening their ability to communicate scientific ideas clearly.
🤝 Productive Collaborator – Working together during the dig, students shared observations, tested ideas, and learned from one another.
🎯 Self-Directed Navigator – This inquiry-based activity encouraged students to take ownership of their learning, ask questions, and make discoveries independently.
Experiences like this bring learning to life and show students the power of discovery. Way to go, Ms. Vires! 👏
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🏅 Celebrating EOP Student Success! 🎉 |
We recently recognized students who passed their End of Program (EOP) assessments! 👏
Earning a passing score on an EOP in their career pathway is an important step toward becoming postsecondary ready—and meeting a key graduation requirement. This achievement reflects not only academic knowledge, but also the skills and commitment needed for success beyond high school.
We are incredibly proud of our students for their hard work, perseverance, and accomplishment. The future is bright for our BC Cougars! 🐾
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📌 Online Registration Opens for the 2026–2027 School Year
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Online Registration (OLR) for the 2026–2027 school year is now officially open! 🗓️
⚠️ Important Update for This Year
All existing families will be required to upload:
🪪 A current Photo ID or Driver’s License for the parent/guardian that includes a current address, and
🏠 Two (2) proofs of residency, such as:
📄 Authentic home builder contract with approved district transfer, lease agreement, closing statement, or other home dwelling document
💡 Current utility bill (electric, gas, or water) with current address
💼 Current employee pay stub with current address
🚗 Current vehicle registration that matches the submitted driver’s license
🏛️ Government agency correspondence with current address
🗳️ Voter registration card
This step helps ensure the accuracy of our enrollment records and that we have up-to-date address information for all families ✅
💻 To complete Online Registration:
Please log into the Parent Portal on Infinite Campus and click on the “Online Registration” tab.
❓ If you have any questions, please email our records clerk, Ms. Jennifer Coogle, at jennifer.coogle@bullitt.kyschools.us
Thank you for your assistance and partnership as we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year!
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Don’t miss out on local scholarships! Check your Senior Google Classroom regularly for opportunities you can apply for—deadlines are approaching fast. ⏰ Take action now to secure your funding for next year! 💰 |
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