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Thursday, October 1, 2026




BART By The Numbers

This week, 64% of middle school students and 62% of high school students achieved Good Standing by passing all of their classes, hitting at least 90% school attendance, and behaving appropriately in school. Students in Good Standing have access to after-school sports, field trips, dances, and other extracurricular activities and earned privileges. We look forward to seeing more students earn Good Standing.

 

BART Good News

BART Charter Public School has been named a 2026 School of Recognition by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Only 56 schools statewide received this honor, which highlights BART's high student growth in ELA and math, strong MCAS performance, expanded Advanced Placement course offerings, and new high school workforce certification pathways. Congratulations to our dedicated students, teachers, and staff! [Read the full article here]

BART Community Calendar

  • Tues, 10/06 5:30 pm: SEPAC Meeting
  • Wed, 10/07 6 pm: Board of Trustees Meeting
  • Wed, 10/07: Field Trip to Shakespeare and Co. (select students)
  • Thur, 10/08: College Essay Review
  • Fri, 10/09: 6th Grade Field Trip to Jaeschke’s Orchard & Greylock Glen
  • Mon, 10/12: NO SCHOOL – Columbus/Indigenous People's Day 
  • Tues, 10/13: PSAT testing for grades 11 and 12
  • Fri, 10/16 6-9 pm: Halloween Dance (All Grades)
  • Wed, 10/21: Portrait of a Graduate Student Voice Summit
  • Wed, 10/21: Half-Day PD (noon dismissal) 
  • Thur, 10/22: Field Trip - Seniors to Fun City Park, Westfield State, UMass Amherst
  • Fri, 10/23: Field Trip - 11th Grade to NEACAC College Fair at BCC

[View the full live community SY2026 calendar here]

Student Council Elections

Student Council elections are up and running. Students, please check ParentSquare for the chance to vote for your representatives. Keep in mind your vote will only count for your own grade level. Congratulations to everyone running! Results will be announced on Monday.

 

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) Meeting (10/06)

Join us for the next BART SEPAC meeting on Tuesday, October 6, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm via Zoom. SEPAC is a collaborative partnership of parents, guardians, and staff working together to support special education students and families. All community members are welcome to attend. Join via  Zoom link in ParentSquare or reach out to Clay Connor, Student Services Coordinator, with any questions.

 

College Representative Visits:

High school students have opportunities to connect directly with visiting admissions officers on campus this fall. Parents and students can review the schedule below to explore post-graduation pathways and learn more about prospective schools.

 
 

Lost and Found

Please remind your students to check the Lost and Found table located right outside the student office for any missing jackets, water bottles, or personal belongings.

 

Athletics 

 



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