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 Superintendent Eric Ridge has announced his retirement as of July 15, 2009. Eric Ridge came to our school community four years ago when he began his tenure as the BSD superintendent. He helped the school district modernize both facilities and practices while increasing student achievement. Individuals interested in obtaining information regarding the application process for the superintendent position should contact the board adviser, Dr. Cedrick Cooper of CC & Associates Executive Search Services (303) 513-4999. |
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- Pioneers Ticket Order Form/Flyer
On September 8, 2009, school district residents will vote on a bond referendum to build the district's ninth elementary. September 8 is also the date of the Ankeny School Board election. The district's Voter Information Center offers brochures, community forum schedules, links to related sites, and information about how to register and vote.
Thespian Club
Join the Thespian Club! Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, August 25th at 3:30 in the theatre!
Any questions please see Mrs. Fowler in the GCPA classroom.
Freshman Volleyball
Attention all Freshmen Girls!!! It's not too late to play volleyball! Tryouts for freshmen have been extended, so come get involved. Please see Coach K2 in the large gym after school.
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 The Buffalo School District Governing Board approved changes to the 2008- 09 High School Planning Guide with regard to the calculation of class ranking. The Board approved the calculation of class rank using the academic grade point average (GPA) rather than the overall grade point average (GPA). The academic GPA is calculated using courses in the core academic content areas: English, mathematics, science, social studies and foreign language. An additional change to the Planning Guide was the elimination of the grading scale used for special education courses. These policy changes will be implemented for students starting with the Class of 2009. The academic GPA is calculated using all academic courses with their associated grade points divided by the total number of grade points earned. Academic courses carrying an honors distinction and weight will count as such in the calculation of the academic GPA; therefore, it is a weighted GPA. The academic GPA will determine the rank in class for each student. The rank in class is reported as a percentile rank which is based on the students rank and the total number of students in the class. The District reports rank in class for college admission purposes onlyat the end of the sixth (6th) semester. The rank in class will be reported both as a number and a percentile rank. You will be receiving a copy of your child’s transcript after the calculation of the 6th semester ranking. As your child begins the admissions process this is a valuable opportunity to review the transcript to ensure that all credits and grades have been appropriately credited. If you have any questions or concerns regarding a course or credit assigned on the transcript please contact the school registrar. Sincerely,
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During the past two school board meetings, the board has approved spending more than $4.8 million to complete ongoing construction projects and apply fresh paint or lay new carpet and tile at district schools and the central office.
Mountainside renovations are among the "Got To" projects recognized by School Superintendent Eric Ridge in January.
Bo James, FFA
John Shoe, FFA
Bryan Inverness, FFA
