Fire up and a big shout out to the softball team who defeated Bloomington North last night 11-2. The team had 18 hits and everyone in the lineup got at least one hit. The softball team is back home tomorrow, Thursday, when they will take on Center Grove. The varsity game will start at 5:30 and the JV game will follow.
 
Are interested in learning about local job opportunities or just curious about careers here in our community?  Sign up for the Panther Plus lab titled "employment fair" ON THURSDAY in the LGR, or stop by during lunch to meet employers who represent all types of organizations. Thanks to the Bloomington Chamber of Commerce for organizing so many guests!
 
Attention AP students: AP testing begins next week. Some quick reminders before your first exam: You must know your College Board username and password on exam day. You must have a charged laptop and charging cord. Check BHSS AP webpage before your first exam: https://south.mccsc.edu/19910_2

The 2026 BHSS Prom will be held on Saturday, May 16th from 8pm-11:30 pm in the BHSS Atrium. Tickets will go on sale on Monday, May 11th. Tickets are $45 and include Post Prom immediately following. Reminder that if you are bringing a guest that does not go to South, you need to pick up a guest form in the Main Office and turn it in to the bookstore when purchasing tickets. Tickets can be bought with cash or card. 

Help needed for Post Prom! Post Prom will be from midnight to 2 am, May 16-17 at Classic Bowling Lanes. We need volunteers to help staff the event and to donate prizes for the raffle. Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A5AD2CA7F94-63751802-bhss#/ Financial contributions are also being accepted. Bring cash or check (made out to BHSS Post Prom) to the BHSS Main Office or Venmo @Rosemarie-Pizzo. Your help is truly appreciated! 
 
Annual athletic pre-participation physical examinations are being offered again this year for all student-athletes attending MCCSC High Schools in the upcoming academic year (2026-2027). Monday May 11, 2026, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Bloomington High School North Gymnasium. The cost is $20.00. Students can pick up a physical form in the Athletic Office or go to your Final Forms account and print one off. The parent’s part of the physical form needs to be completed and signed before showing up on May 11th. (bring form with you).
 
Attention seniors: to celebrate National College Decision Day on Friday, May 1st, wear your future merch and sign up for the senior celebration in Panther Plus on Friday! There will be free donuts and a photo booth. Congrats seniors! 
 
Both Crestmont & Lincoln St. Boys & Girls clubs will be closed this Thursday, April 30th. These students will need to ride their home buses home or be car riders on this day, please. Thank you!
 
Seniors - Cap and Gown and ticket distribution day will be this Thursday in the cafeteria during lunches. If you have already received your cap and gown, you will still need to stop by to get your Graduation tickets.
 
Mother’s Day is next week, Sunday, May 10. Annual Mother’s Day Cards Sale by German Club will take place during all lunches on Wednesday, May 6, Thursday, May 7 and Friday, May 8. Buy that special card for your mom or your guardian for only $2.00 while supporting a good cause.

Closets of the Community is hosting a toiletry drive from April 20th-May 1st. We are accepting items such as soap, toothbrushes, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, and more. If you are looking for a way to support your community, please donate to the bins in front of the Main Office.

The School Smiles dentist is returning to our school on May 12th for dental cleanings. If you missed the dentist’s first visit, there is still time to get your student signed up for our upcoming visit! Please visit https://schoolsmiles.com/student-signup/ to sign-up today! A new form needs completed each school year to remain in the program, but if you have already completed a form for the 2025-26 school year, you do not need to sign-up again. School Smiles accepts Medicaid, private insurance, and offers self-pay rates for those who may be uninsured. Paper copies of sign up forms are also available in the Health Office or with the School Social Worker.
 
Attention 2nd trimester AP Lang students! As promised, Mr. Kerr is offering some extra test prep ahead of the AP Lang test on May 13th. Sign up for his Panther Plus on Tuesdays and Thursdays for some extra test prep.