FALL 2017/Vol. 1 * Issue 1

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1 1 FALL 2017/Vol. 1 * Issue 1

2 In this Issue... Superintendent s Letter 3 Board of Education Jeff Preisack (314) Board President Tom Wood (314) Board Vice President Michelle Padgett (314) Board Member Sarah Reece (314) Board Member Jeff Robinson (314) Board Member Kevin Rose (314) Board Member Laura Van Zale (314) Board Member District Administration Ronald J. Tucker (314) Superintendent Michael Hawkins (314) Assistant Superintendent Teresa Lange (314) Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Wagner (314) Administrative Assistant Student Transportation Debbie Meyer-Higgins (314) Transportation Supervisor VICC Transportation (314) Bayless Schools Early Childhood Center Christina Ly, Director Debi Faulkerson, Secretary School Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Elementary Aaron Kohler, Principal Amanda Stone, Assistant Principal Christine Prosser, Assistant Principal Kelly Klocke, Title I & III Director Sanela Jugovic, Administrative Assistant Carla Rhodes, Administrative Assistant Mirsada Becarevic, Secretary School Hours: 8:15 AM - 3:15 PM Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Junior High Douglas Harness, Principal Bob Efken, Assistant Principal Cathy Thorp, Administrative Assistant Andrea Lesniewski, Secretary School Hours: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Office Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM High School Patrick McEvoy, Principal Suzanne Richardson, Assistant Principal Andrew Mertens, Dean of Students Linette Schaffer, Administrative Assistant Caroline Spinner, Secretary School Hours: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Office Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Save the Date 4 Remember When 5 Bayless High School 6 Bayless Junior High School 7 Bayless Elementary School 8 Building a Better Bayless 9 Bayless Early Childhood Center 10 Teacher of the Year - Katy Glass 11 Alumni News 12 Boys/Girls Basketball Schedule 13 Welcome New Faculty/Staff 14 Under Conststruction 15 The Bayless School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to district programs may be directed to Director of Human Resources and Title IX coordinator Ms. Kim Arnold at , 4530 Weber Road, St. Louis MO The Bayless School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Bayless Magazine is published three times a year by the District Office whose goal is to keep the public updated on what s happening at Bayless Schools, from student achievements, to happenings in the classroom to community involvement. Please submit any questions, comments or letters to Paula Napier, Administrative Assistant, 4530 Weber Road, St. Louis, MO 63123, or pnapier@bayless.k12.mo.us smart Good Stro

3 ng Page We re in the midst of preparing for Bayless biggest party in 150 years.you RE invited! The year 2018 will mark the anniversary of the founding of the Bayless School District. While our community and district have grown and changed considerably since 1868, our commitment to children, families and the community we serve remain the same. To mark this milestone, we re planning many events to acknowledge our proud past, present and bright future. The upcoming year will include events and special publications (a Homecoming of sorts), bringing together our students, staff, alumni, families and friends. Coincidentally, Bayless High School s first homecoming parade and football game, on Saturday, October 13th, will also commemorate our 150th Anniversary. As we prepare for this landmark event, you may be asking, What s a good gift for a 150th birthday? I think the very best gift is simply your presence. Offering some of your time and talent by serving on one of our community engagement committees is a great gift that will help ensure the schools continually improve. If you have an interest in student achievement, grounds/facilities, or even auditing financial documents, we have committees we would love for you to join. Only three meetings remain this school year and they typically last only an hour. The next meeting is December 11th. Please consider participating. It s a great way to learn more about your schools and make a difference in the lives of all our Bronchos. You can call my cell at (636) or you can me at rtucker@bayless.k12.mo.us, if you re interested. As our first superintendent Violet C. Bascom shared with the graduating Class of 1932, Bayless has set a high standard in the past, but the real spirit of Bayless is to aspire for greater excellence in the future. The future of Bayless is in your hands and hearts. I ll see you at the party! Ron Tucker Fall 2017

4 Bayless Junior High Halloween Dance Friday, October 27 B.E.S.T. Trunk or Treat Sunday, October 29 Bayless Early Childhood Center Valentines Dance, Tuesday, February 6 Alumni Meeting Monday, January 8 Trivia Night Sponsored by B.E.S.T. Saturday, November 4 Contact: preisack@att.net National Honor Society Canned Food Drive November 1-15 Alumni Meeting Monday, November 13 Bayless Theater Co. Fall Musical The Wizard of Oz Nov Thanksgiving Break November Bayless Elementary Dancing Class Rooms November 30 - December 1 Bayless Elementary Magic House Night Tuesday, December 5 Bayless High & Junior High Holiday Concert Saturday, December 9 Bayless Elemetary Spelling B Friday, January 12 Bayless Junior High Valentines Dance Friday, February 9 Bayless Elementary Family Fun Night Friday, February 23 Alumni Meeting Monday, March 12 Spring Break - No School March Bayless Theater Co. Spring Musical April Early Childhood Center Grandparents Night Thursday, April 19 Bayless High & Junior High Exams Saturday, December District Recognition Night Friday, April 27 Winter Break December 22-January 2 Page 4 - Fall 2017

5 Bayless Elementary circa1932 Bayless Basketball Team 1932 Board of Education-1940 Back row: Otto Gestring, Fred Vasel and Hans Haack. Front row: Adolph Weber, Hugo Goss and Louis Henley Bayless 3rd Grade Class. Future Class of 1960 Bayless students posing outside for a picture Cast of the play Years Ago getting ready for its performance. Oct. 21, 1949 The above photo is hanging at Sunset Ford. This image was captured in front of Bayless High School in1950. Violet C. Bascom Bayless School District Superintendent in the early 1930 s. Bayless Girls Field Hockey Team 1960 Page 5 - Fall 2017

6 BHS completed the 2017 Homecoming Week with much school spirit, dress-up days, Pack the Place Pink, athletic events, and a dance with record attendance by the student body. Among the student dress-up days were Twin Thursday, where both students and staff participated in the event. BHS staff continue to support student activities by participating in any themes or events proposed by the students. Mrs. Klein and Mr. Nelson often participate in every twin day. In addition to being social studies colleagues, they have a genuine interest in promoting school spirit throughout the year. The Pink Out Game was a way for the BSD to support one of our own parents, Lori Watson, who is fighting cancer. BHS came together to raise money and awareness as we supported Ms.Watson s battle. BHS students created clothing for the children of the some staff members so entire families could support the event. The Pink Out game was well attended as BHS went on to beat Brentwood in Varsity Soccer 4-0. The event included concessions, face painting and shirt sales. All profits will be donated to Mrs. Watson to use as needed. BHS had its annual homecoming Page 6 - Fall 2017 dance on October 7th. The dance was held for the first time in the well decorated and lively Elementary Multi-Purpose Room. The students had a great time dancing the night away prior to watching Homecoming King Dennis Osmanovic and Queen Elma Mehmedovic s coronation. Our Flagpole Looks Different...You may have not noticed, but, the high school has added a third flag to the building s flagpole. We continue to fly the United States and Missouri flags, as well as a new flag: FLAGSHIP. The high school annual performance review (APR), as calculated by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, was the highest in the district last year at 98.6%. The building with the highest APR now will be given the designation of Flagship by BSD and entitled to fly the new flag. The highest score a building can receive on the APR is 100%; so, BHS certainly ranks among the highest scores given in St. Louis County. We began the year chanting Flagship at our first spirit assembly and have been chanting this for three of our last four years at BSD. Now we have a flag, a tangible symbol, of the flagship spirit that our students have at BHS. Principal, S. Patrick McEvoy is very proud of the students and their academic efforts.

7 The school year was a successful one for BJHS as our students worked to become smarter, better, and stronger members of our community. Now, the school year is in full swing and the 400+ Junior Bronchos are already off to a great start in academics, character, and athletics. The 6th Grade Bash is an annual BJH tradition where all 6th grade students are invited for a day of fun, food, and friendship. Students were greeted by the attending staff and learned the ins and outs of being a Junior Broncho, including building expectations and events in which the students may participate throughout the school year. Students who attended received their schedules before all other Junior High students and were given a tour of the buildings. Prior to a lunch of hotdogs, chips, snow cones, and cookies, the 6th graders were treated to a special performance by the BHS Marching Bronchos. Following lunch, many students hung around to play football, soccer or frisbee on the field. It was an enjoyable event and a great way to kick off the school year. Coming back to school can be a difficult change, but it is the perfect time for students to start their daily schedule off right. Exercise is great at any time of the day, but there are brain-boosting effects if excercising is performed in the morning before school. Throughout the month of September, students worked out every morning with Mrs. Wurth to wake up their whole body and brain by participating in before-school physical activities, including push-ups, squats, sit-ups, wall-sits, and mountain climbers. Numbers consistently increased throughout the month and students who participated indicated that the morning exercise was beneficial. BJH students are provided multiple opportunities to participate in school activities, including intramural and intermural athletics. During the fall, Boys Soccer, Girls Volleyball, and Flag Football take center stage. The BJH Soccer program has been traditionally successful in competition against other schools in our area, and this year under the direction of Mr. Matt Loomis has been no different. The team is highly competitive and spots on the roster are difficult to obtain as year after year many students try out for the team. The team has continued its winning ways this year. Coach Loomis is looking forward to developing the young talent on the team for the future of the program. The BJH Girls Volleyball Last May, Ms. Cathy Thorp was named the District Staff Person of the Year. Cathy is the smiling, cheerful, team has enjoyed over a decade of winning seasons. This year, under energetic Administrative the leadership of Mrs. Ginny Lorbert, they are expecting more of Assistant in the BJH the same. With the retirement of former coach Woody Babb, the Administration Office. team has witnesssed some changes, but their success has continued. She provides advice and The ladies are learning important skills for high school competition, counseling to students. and they are looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead. Flag Her daily efforts keep football is a co-ed activity with the intent of developing skills in the building running the sport and interest in the high school program. Mr. Nathan like a well-oiled machine. On September 16th, Cathy had Williams and Mr. Beau Pickens have taken the lead in making the the opportunity to represent the BSD in the Affton Days program a huge success. On October 3rd, the BJH team had the Parade. She indicated that she was honored to have the opportunity to travel to The Principia where the Jr. Bronchos played opportunity and that she loves making her Bayless home against its junior high flag football team to a tie. a happy one. Congratulations Cathy, and thank you for all you do. Page 7 - Fall 2017

8 The school year got off to a great start at BES. On the second day of school, students and staff gathered in the district auditorium to review our character core values, which are commonly referred to as our Bayless Best Bee s Be Respectful, Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Kind and Have Self-control. Students and staff then went on a Character Cruise to teach those expectations and model what the expectations look like throughout the school. Our core values align with the District vision for students to be Smart, Good and Strong. We are committed to good character and are honored to be a Missouri and National School of Character and Gold Level PBIS school. Bayless Elementary October 13 End of 1st Quarter October Student Led Parent Teacher Conferences On August 21st, students and staff were treated to a once in a lifetime total solar eclipse passing through the St. Louis region. Everyone viewed the totality of the eclipse on the baseball field behind the BES. It was an amazing event enjoyed by everyone. The eclipse was followed by Parent Information Night on August 31st. Parents came to school that evening to hear what their children will be learning this year from their teachers. There are many other upcoming events listed below. One event to highlight below is Literacy Night on November 9th. If you have ever wondered as a parent how to support reading and writing at home, this event offers parents and students three sessions to learn ways to support literacy. October 20 NO SCHOOL (for students - school buildings closed) October Red Ribbon Week Your Future is Key, So Stay Drug Free October 27 Classroom Fall parties 1:30 PM -2:30 PM October 29 Trunk or Treat 6:30 PM 7:30 PM November 2 Picture Re-Take November 6 NO SCHOOL (for students - school buildings closed) November 9 Literacy Night 6 PM-7:30 PM November 10 Veteran s Day Performance 9 AM-10AM November NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break Page 8 - Fall 2017

9 Build it and they will come One of the best-kept secrets in South County is getting out. Real estate agents know that homes in the Bayless School District are selling fast. Homebuyers recognize the value the Bayless Schools provide from rigorous and relevant instruction, to intentional character development amidst beautiful grounds and facilities. The Bayless Schools have grown and improved considerably over the past four years. Since 2013, both the District s student enrollment and measures of academic achievement have shown steady increases. With the 2014 voter approval of Proposition C, Bayless was able to create additional educational spaces that currently accommodate over 820 elementary students. In addition, the four-classroom Early Childhood Center was built, which today serves 82 three, four, and five-year-old Bronchos. Bayless Schools Anual Performance Report Scores Over Last Five Years TBA As 5th Graders are promoted to the south campus and more families choose to transfer their children from other schools to the Bayless secondary schools, the District now faces a serious need for instructional space at Bayless Junior High. Today, junior high students travel to the high school to attend class several times a day. In addition, all Jr. Bronchos must walk outside and enter the high school to use the library, cafeteria, and many have physical education classes in the high school gym. When the junior high building was first completed in 1934, architects then anticipated future enrollment growth and designed the building so it could easily be expanded to accommodate forthcoming instructional space. The District is currently studying space needs and population projections. Early findings indicate that as attendance swells at the junior high, additional classroom space will soon be needed at the high school as well. This additional instructional space could be addressed, in part, if classrooms currently occupied by junior high classes are returned to the high school for use. With renovations and expansion, the junior high can again provide a library and cafeteria as well as significant classroom space. At the high school, the following are still needed: proper locker rooms, restrooms, concession stand, and a multiuse gym space to accommodate students and teams that regularly use Bayless Field. An old expression observes, People vote with their feet. If current enrollment trends are any indication, more and more people each year are voting for the Bayless Schools. Page 9 - Fall 2017

10 BECC is beginning its second year in the new center. The program is running at full enrollment capacity and has a steady waitlist of students ready to enroll. Seventy-three families are enrolled in our program, nine languages (including English) are spoken, and 33% of our students speak a language other than English. BECC is licensed and accredited by the state of Missouri and a recipient of the Missouri Preschool Project Grant (MPP). BECC focuses on the whole child through a play-based approach to learning and the Project Construct Curriculum Framework. Service Learning Project Disaster Relief Toiletry Bags After discussing the hurricanes affecting the southern states and sharing ideas about helping others, BECC students chose to collect items for families affected by disasters. Thirty toiletry bags were created and donated to the American Red Cross for families in need during recent natural disasters. The bags were filled with travel personal hygiene supplies and a little love note from the BECC. Upcoming Early Childhood Events Thursday, October 26th 6 8:00 PM Parent Class Effective Practices for Challenging Behaviors Tuesday, November 14th 6 7:30 PM Family Thanksgiving Feast Tuesday, February 6th 6 7:30 PM Family Valentine Dance Tuesday, March 6th 8:45 10:45 AM Parent Class: Theraputic Limit Setting Thursday, April 19th 6 7:30 PM Grandparent Game Night Tuesday, May 22, :30 PM Graduation Bayless Early Childhood s Mission Through PLAY and EXPLORATION, Bayless Early Childhood students will become SMART citizens, GOOD learners, and will build STRONG relationships. BECC Believes: SMART CITIZENS thrive in a safe environment that supports risk-taking, decision making, and character development. GOOD LEARNERS, of all abilities, flourish through developmentally appropriate activities and hands-on experiences. STRONG RELATIONSHIPS are built through collaboration among families, staff, and students. WE ARE SMART, GOOD, STRONG! Page 10 - Fall 2017 On Friday, September 22nd, BECC held the first of four Family Involvement Events. Family Movie Night was a huge success with 25 families and 80 people attending. Families created drive-in movie cars with boxes (donated by Get Some Greek) and art supplies, enjoyed dinner and snacks, and watched the movie Trolls.

11 Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year The District is proud to announce that Mrs. Katy Glass, a BJH and BHS theater teacher, has been named a Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year for the St. Louis Region. Mrs. Glass has worked at Bayless for six years. She was honored at a celebration event hosted by the St. Louis Regional Professional Development Center at Education Plus on July 27. Mrs. Glass is very deserving of this honor, Superintendent Ron Tucker said. Her enthusiam for education and theater is contagious. We are so very proud of opportunites she creates for our students. The Missouri Regional Teacher of the Year Award is part of the Missouri Teacher of the Year Program, sponsored Pictured from left to right: Katy s parents, Mrs. Karen Zoeller and Dr. by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Scott Zoeller, Katy Glass and her husband Keith Glass. Education (DESE). The Missouri Teacher of the Year Program recognizes the efforts of effective teachers in providing a quality education to their students. Preparing, developing and supporting effective educators is one of DESE s primary goals. Congratulations Mrs. Glass! Beauty and the Beast Fall The Odd Couple Spring Page 11 - Fall 2017

12 Alumni News Wear 59 Named Pioneer in Education Six Missouri educators, including Bayless very own Ms. Sally Wear, were honored as Pioneers in Education on Monday, July 31st, for their commitment and contributions to public education in Missouri. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) recognized the 2017 Pioneers during the 56th Annual Cooperative Conference for School Administrators at TanTar-A Resort in Osage Beach. The ceremony took place during a luncheon where more than 600 school district leaders attended. DESE literature cited the following: Sally Wear attended Bayless Schools throughout her elementary and secondary education, and began working as secretary for the principal at Bayless Elementary after graduation. She served in that role for 10 years and then became secretary at Bayless High School. Sally retired from the Bayless School District in Pictured: State Board of Education President Charlie Shields, Sally Wear 59 and Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven. She now provides three scholarships to graduating Bayless seniors each year and serves as the President of the Bayless Alumni Association. It is a privilege to recognize these Pioneers for their tireless devotion to education, Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven said. These individuals have dedicated their lives to promoting excellence in education, and we congratulate them on this honor. This marks the 43rd consecutive year that state education officials have presented the Pioneer in Education awards which honor teachers, school administrators, citizens and lawmakers for their distinguished careers and contributions to Missouri public schools. Page 12 - Fall 2017 Wayne Bougas and Mike McFarland, 1964 grads, pictured in front of a map in Mr. Keller s former room that Wayne helped paint. Mr. Tucker gave them a tour of the school, since they had not been back since they graduated. Wayne lives and works over seas and Mike lives in Springfield, Missouri. President Sally Wear of the Alumni Association releasing balloons for the Heavenly Promotions at the Alumni Oktoberfest Picnic on Sunday, October 1st, at the Crestwood Elks. ALUMNI... Have a special announcement or an update in your life? Send us your good news and we will share it in the next issue. Example... wedding, engagement, anniversary, birth announcements or retirement. Please send pictures or information via to Sally Wear at swear@bayless.k12.mo.us or mail to Bayless Central Office Attn: Sally Wear 4530 Weber Road St. Louis, MO

13 BOYS/GIRLS BASKETBALL SCHEDULE Boys Basketball Team Date Time Location JV vs. Hancock Nov. 20 5:30 PM Bayless SS Classic Nov. 27-Dec. 1 TBA TBA Hancock Dec. 4 5:30 PM Hancock JV vs. Affton Dec. 8 6:30 PM Bayless Affton Dec. 8 7:00 PM Affton JV vs. McKinley Dec. 15 4:30 PM Bayless V vs. McKinley Dec. 15 6:00 PM Bayless Valley Park Dec. 18 5:30 PM Valley Park V vs. Gateway Science Dec. 19 7:00 PM Bayless JV Basketball Tournament Dec TBA Herculaneum JV@ St. Louis College Prep Jan. 3 5:00 PM Bayless St. Louis College Prep Jan. 3 6:30 PM Bayless JV vs. McKinley Jan. 4 4:30 PM McKinley V vs. McKinley Jan. 4 6:00 PM McKinley JV vs. Principia Jan. 11 5:00 PM Principia V vs. Principia Jan. 11 6:30 PM Prinicpia V vs. Crossroads College Prep Jan. 12 6:30 PM Crossroads JV vs. Jefferson R7 Jan. 16 5:00 PM Bayless Jefferson R7 Jan. 16 6:30 PM Bayless DuBourg Jan. 17 5:00 PM Bayless DuBourg Jan. 17 6:30 PM Bayless V vs. Valley Park Jan. 19 6:30 PM Bayless JV vs. Brentwood Jan. 22 5:00 PM Bayless V vs. Brentwood Jan. 22 6:30 PM Bayless V vs. Crossroads College Prep Jan. 30 6:30 PM Bayless JV vs. Metro Jan. 31 4:00 PM Bayless V vs. Metro Jan. 31 5:30 PM Bayless V vs. Providence Classical Feb. 1 6:30 PM Bayless JV vs. Valley Park Feb. 6 5:30 PM Bayless Valley Park Feb. 6 6:30 PM Valley Park Brentwood Feb. 9 4:00 PM Brentwood Brentwood Feb. 9 7:00 PM Brentwood Hancock Feb. 13 6:30 PM Hancock Maplewood Feb. 15 4:00 PM Maplewood Maplewood Feb. 15 7:00 PM Maplewood Girls Basketball Team Date Time Location JV vs. Hancock Nov. 20 4:00 PM Bayless SS Classic Nov. 27-Dec. 1 TBA TBA McKinley Dec. 4 4:30 PM McKinnley Hancock Dec. 4 4:00 PM Hancock JV vs. Affton Dec. 8 5:00 PM Bayless Affton Dec. 8 5:30 PM Affton JV vs. Crossroads College Prep Dec. 11 4:00 PM Bayless Soldan Dec. 12 5:00 PM Soldan Soldan Dec. 12 6:30 PM Soldan V vs. Hancock Dec. 14 5:30 PM Bayless Valley Park Dec. 18 4:00 PM Valley Park JV vs. Gateway Science Dec. 19 6:00 PM Bayless Principia Jan. 2 5:00 PM Principia Principia Jan. 2 6:30 PM Principia JV vs. McKinley Jan. 5 4:30 PM Bayless V vs. McKinley Jan. 5 6:00 PM Bayless V vs. Hancock Jan. 9 5:00 PM Hancock V vs. Crossroads College Prep Jan. 12 5:00 PM Crossroads DuBourg Jan. 17 5:00 PM DuBourg DuBourg Jan. 17 6:30 PM DuBourg V vs. Valley Park Jan. 19 5:00 PM Bayless V vs. Brentwood Jan. 25 5:00 PM Bayless V vs. Crossroads College Prep Jan. 30 5:00 PM Bayless V vs. Providence Classical Feb. 1 5:00 PM Bayless JV vs. Valley Park Feb. 5 4:00 PM Bayless Valley Park Feb. 6 5:00 PM Valley Park Brentwood Feb. 9 5:30 PM Brentwood Hancock Feb. 13 5:00 PM Hancock JV vs. Trinity Feb. 14 5:00 PM Bayless V vs. Trinity Feb. 14 6:30 PM Bayless Maplewood Feb. 15 5:30 PM Maplewood BAYLESS...on the move Share your travels with us! Take yourbayless news magazine on your next adventure and snap a picture of yourself holding it. We will print your picture in the upcoming edition and we will mail you a free Bayless T-Shirt! Please pictures to pnapier@bayless.k12.mo.us and include names and location. If you are an alum, please remember to include your class year! Page 13 - Fall 2017

14 Welcome New Faculty & Staff Bayless Elementary Annelise Nelson Kyra Calnan Brittany Paulson Amanda Najjar Kristen dejong Amanda Zurfluh Lisa Antrobus Elementary ELL Teacher Grade 1 Teacher Grade 5 Teacher Elementary Counselor Kindergarten Teacher Elementary ELL Teacher Elementary ELL Teacher Bayless Junior High Jacob Videmschek Jillian Miesen Cara Midkiff Dava-Leigh Brush Jr. High English Language Arts Teacher Jr. High/High School Reading Specialist Jr. High Science Teacher Jr. High ELL Teacher Bayless High School Karen Ridge Elisa Erehart Sarah Reeves Elliott Sterett Ciara Cockrell Andrew Mertens Caroline Spinner Page 14 - Fall 2017 High School Math Teacher High School Math Teacher JH/HS ELL Teacher Assistant High School Thinkery Proctor High School Activities Secretary High School Dean of Students High School Secretary Teachers plant the seeds of knowledge that last a life time...

15 BHS & BJHS NEW BHS GYMNASIUM Over the years, thousands of fans, watched hundreds of athletes score possibly hundreds of thousands of points on the BJH and BHS gym floors. After over 85 years in service, the BJH gym floor was to be replaced (May, 2017). The original floor was sanded and refinished so many times over the years, that its useful life had long passed. The JH project was bid and awarded to Sanders Athletic Flooring, a company specializing in maintaining, repairing and replacing wood athletic floors and courts. On June 4th, with the JH project well underway, the BHS gym was flooded by an unusually heavy rain event which caused flooding so intense, storm water sewers in the area failed. The flooding spread throughout the HS gym and ruined the hardwood floor. Like the JH, the HS gym floor was original from the early 60 s. Due to its age and construction, it was impossible to repair the flooded portions of the floor. After consultation with the Districts insurance carrier, the floor was slated to be replaced on an emergency basis, so that it could be functional shortly after school resumed in August. The floor designs in both buildings followed the same theme of the Broncho. Using stains and paint, the identities of our school and school district appear prominently on our floors. Both floors are floating floors which sit on a layer of impact isolating pads. This system provides cushion to the students, athletes, coaches and officials who use them. The flooring improvements in both gyms will serve our Bayless families and community for many years to come. B J H S BEFORE G Y M N A S I U M AFTER Page 15 - Fall 2017

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