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Community at BHS
We asked students and staff, “what does the BSD community mean to you?”
community is how everyone is accepting of one another. Everyone can be themselves. And there are always new opportunities that are given. “If I had to describe Bayless in one word it would be supportive. This school has always had their students’ backs on what a student is interested in.” -Leijah Wentzel, Senior
“My favorite part of the Bayless community is how staff and students are able to interact with each other. Bayless High School is a diverse place and all of our students have unique stories. During the school day, students work together in classes with each other and staff create a strong learning environment. “When I think of the Bayless community, the first thing I think of is the kindness of our students. Throughout the school day, I see students taking care of the building and equipment used in classrooms. I see students offering to help each other with activities in class and out of class. “The Bayless High School staff and students do a great job understanding one another. The Bayless community does a better job of picking someone up than putting someone down. I see teachers that are willing to listen to students talk about various topics and help them put situations into perspective. I see teachers create fun and engaging lessons that impact students. I hear students at after-school events (practices, games) talking about the school day and how staff is willing to listen and help out. I hope these characteristics will be carried on in our students beyond high school. “One word I would use to describe the Bayless community is open-minded. I say this because teachers are willing to attempt new lessons in class. Students are open to learning the curriculum in a variety of ways. Bayless provides many opportunities for students in extracurricular activities and students who may not have participated in them before are open-minded to try the different opportunities out.” Lifestyle Magazine -Elliot Sterett, High School PE and Health Teacher “What I like most about the Bayless community is how close-knit they are. I’ve been a part of larger districts and communities, and they just don’t have the same family feel that we do here at Bayless. They constantly display that family vibe. Football games have been my favorite place to watch the cohesiveness in action.” -Mike Will, Mathematics Teacher
community is how connected all of the students are to the different activities, athletics, and organizations. It is hard to find a student not directly involved in something - and, more often than not - involved in multiple activities around campus. “The Bayless community is the backbone of the support system in the lives of the students. The community support and celebration of student achievement and success enriches the student experience and connection to the school community as a whole.” -Stephen Elford, Band Director
community is how diverse it is. You are able to meet people all around the world and learn about different cultures and backgrounds.” -Fatima Al-Abudy, Senior
is just that - the sense of community. So many different people coming together as one. The community is a positive force in the lives of the students in that it creates so many opportunities for learning, support, role models, etc. My word to describe the Bayless community would be supportive.” -Deane Hawkins, Bayless High School Special Education Teacher
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