As we enter the final week of our first nine-week grading period, I want to thank our students, parents, teachers, and staff for the energy, pride, and support you continue to bring to Boerne High School each day. It is an exciting time to be a Greyhound, and I am grateful to be part of this incredible community.
Key Focus: Finish the Nine Weeks Strong
This is the final week of the first grading period, which means assignments are due and grades are being finalized. This is an important week for students to stay focused, check their grades, complete missing work, and communicate with their teachers.
Students, take ownership of this final week. Know where you stand in each class, complete the work that is due, and finish strong. If you have questions or need help, reach out to your teacher. A strong finish matters.
Parents, please take a few minutes to check in with your student about their progress. If a grade isn't where it needs to be, now is the time to have a conversation and make a plan. Please include your student's teacher in that conversation. Our teachers are committed to helping students learn, grow, and be successful.
Attendance Still Matters
As we close out the grading period, we also want to continue emphasizing the importance of being at school and on time each day. Every class period matters, especially during a week when students are completing assignments, taking assessments, and wrapping up learning.
Let's encourage our students to stay focused, show up, complete their work, and finish the nine weeks strong.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. When students, teachers and staff, parents, and our community work together, our students thrive. We are committed to making Boerne High School Better Today, Ready for Tomorrow.
I'll leave you with this thought:
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it."
— Lou Holtz
Go Hounds!
Matt Myers
Principal
Boerne High School
Week Ahead:
Monday, October 5, B Day
HAPPY WORLD TEACHER’S DAY! 🌍🍎
German American Week - Cookie Decorating from 8-8:25am on the culinary patio
Tennis Bi-District Playoff vs. New Braunfels @11am @John Newcomb Tennis Ranch 🎾
JROTC Meeting in the library during Advisory Period for all cadets
Girls Water Polo Bi-District Match vs. Southwest @5pm @SWISD Natatorium 🤽🏼♀️
Students owe hours? Attend Week Night Lights in the Cafeteria from 4-8pm
Fall Choir Concert @6pm in the auditorium 🎵
Tuesday, October 6, A Day
HAPPY NATIONAL COACHES DAY! 💜
German American Week -Stein holding contest from 8-8:25am on the culinary patio
PSAT Testing Day for ALL Sophomores and some Juniors
PTO Meeting in the cafeteria @9am
Field Trip, 25 German Honor Students visiting BISD elementary schools from 12-2:30pm 🚌
Students owe hours? Attend Week Night Lights in the Cafeteria from 4-5pm
Wednesday, October 7, B Day
Beta Eta Sigma Induction Ceremony in the auditorium @8am
German American Week - Students in blowup Dachshund Costumes racing from 8-8:25am in courtyard
Field Trip, 28 German Honor Students visiting BISD elementary schools from 8:30am-2:30pm 🚌
Students owe hours? Attend Week Night Lights in the Library from 4-5pm
October 5 - Texas Roadhouse - Starlettes & Silver Stars
October 6 - PSAT Testing Day
October 9-12 - Fall Break
October 13 - Parent-Teacher Conference/Student Holiday
October 15 - FAFSA Night
October 19 - Homecoming Parade
October 21 - BISD College Fair (CHS)
October 22 - Fall Orchestra Concert
October 23 - Homecoming Football Game
October 24 - Homecoming Barn Dance
October 26-30 - Red Ribbon Week
October 26 - HOSA Blood Drive
Happenings at BHS
Volleyball:
The Lady Greyhounds beat Jay High School this past Tuesday and then beat Harlandale in straight sets on Friday night to extend their overall record to 26-4 on the year.
Congratulations, ladies, on these big district wins! 💜
Cross Country:
Hounds will compete at the District 26-5A meet on Oct 14 at Starke Park.
Tennis:
Tennis team traveled to New Braunfels today to kick off the Playoffs. They won 10-4 and our Bi-District Champs!
Water Polo:
The Lady Hounds water polo took on Marshall this last Saturday at the Northside Aquatic Center. They came away with a win! The final score was 14 to 7. Seniors Michelle Mendoza and Bonnie Johnson each scored four goals apiece and Ashlyn Jendrusch came away with 10 steals. Their overall season record is 7-9. This is a big improvement from two years ago recording zero wins.
The Lady Hounds will make their first ever playoff appearance on Monday, October 5th at 5 PM at the Southwest Aquatic Center. They will take on District Champions, the Southwest Dragons.
Football:
The Greyhounds had a bye this past Friday night and will take on on Long Creek, this Thursday, October 8th at Home at 7pm.
Band:
We are so proud of the Band and Color Guard! They received 1st place in the 5A division at the Rocket Review Marching Contest this past Saturday.
Starlettes and Silver Stars:
Tonight at Texas Roadhouse if you need dinner plans. 10% donation night by sharing the flyer below to the Leon Springs Location.
HOSA Blood Drive - October 26th
Students and Families! BHS HOSA is hosting their fall Blood Drive on October 29th ( this will be an A day) and they are in need of your help to Donate Blood! You must meet the following criteria to participate:
Must 16 years or Older (16-year-olds- MUST have a parent permission slip turned in, stop by any health science teacher to pick one up!)
If you are over 17 years old, you do NOT need a parent permission slip
Must weigh over 120lbs (16-year-old) or 110lbs (for 17-year-olds and older)
Bring a valid ID (Student ID will work)
Have no contraindication to donating blood (i.e.medical condition, anemia, some forms of medication)
Schedule an appointment using the attached Donor Portal link
If you would like to donate, sign up using the DONOR Portal link below.
A week prior to donating, be sure to eat foods that have high sources of iron (i.e. leafy greens, proteins, beans, nuts etc.) Drink lots of water. Try and stay away from caffeinated drinks and soy products. It is also very important for you to eat a meal prior to donating blood.
Pep Rally - Pre-Registration
We have our 2nd pep rally during Advisory this Thursday from 1:50-2:25. Here is the visitor sticker link to pre-register if any parents plan on attending. Pre-Registration ends at 12pm on the DAY OF pep rallys.
BHS Yearbook's on SALE
Yearbooks are now on sell for the 2026-27 school year using the link or the QR code on the flyer. Order Code for Boerne HS is 26363. Buy now to pay the lowest price!
Five times throughout the school year, Boerne High School PTO gets the opportunity to sell Chick-fil-A during all BHS lunch periods! It is always a fun day on campus! Even better, all proceeds from these sales go directly back to support BHS PTO programs. We need volunteers to help make each CFA Day a success! Come help us serve lunch, see the kids, and support BHS at the same time! Please consider volunteering for one (or all 😃) of our Chick-fil-A Days this year. We would love to have you!
Before You Volunteer: All volunteers must complete the BISD Volunteer Application before volunteering.
Pre-Register: The week of each event, please pre-register so your visitor sticker will be ready when you arrive.
Questions about serving on Chick-fil-A Day?
Feel free to text one of the CFA Day Co-Chairs:
Becca Jones | (210) 413-9844
Johanna Schuepbach | (281) 222-2936
Thank you for volunteering and helping us support BHS! 🐾
From the Counselors...
We’re approaching the end of the 1st grading quarter and another UIL Eligibility grade check. Please be sure that students are attending tutorials and communicating with teachers. Now is a great time for students to review their grades, communicate with teachers, and take care of any missing assignments or opportunities to improve their grades. A little organization and effort now can make a big difference as students work toward finishing the quarter strong!
A Few Tips for Staying on Track:
Check your assignments daily and know what is due.
Use your planner, calendar, or school platform to keep track of upcoming deadlines.
Google Classroom links directly to the Google Calendar with links back to assignments.
Break larger assignments into smaller steps rather than waiting until the last minute.
Ask questions early if you don't understand an assignment or course material.
Take advantage of tutorials and teacher support.
Reach out for help if you are feeling overwhelmed.
Remember, Greyhounds, you don't have to figure everything out on your own! Your teachers, counselors, and support staff are here to help you get organized, stay on track, and have a successful year.
Small steps today can make a BIG difference tomorrow.
PSAT School Day- Tuesday, October 6th
Who: ALL 10th Graders & Top 25% of Juniors are automatically signed up.
When: 8:30am
FAFSA Workshop Night
Who should attend: Class of 2027 Seniors and Parents
Where: BHS Library
When: Thursday, October 15th 6:00-7:30
Parent Information Night @ Central Office
Who should attend: Boerne ISD Parents
Where: Central Office
When: Thursday, November 5th 6:00-8:00
Topics to be Covered in 30 min sessions:
P-Tech Cybersecurity
P-Tech Health Science
CCMR & Core 42
Gifted & Talented
CTE Programs of Study
High School 101
Advanced Placement Testing
Elementary to Middle School Transition
Free and Reduced Lunch Application:
Families are encouraged to complete the application for Free and Reduced-Price School Meals availablehere or return the completed paper form to any campus office.
The "Greyhound Athletic Booster Club" (GABC) supports all athletic teams at Boerne High School, working to help our student-athletes achieve their best and make the most of their high school athletic careers. Championships are earned by teams committed to excellence and benefit from complete “buy-in” and support from the student-athletes, coaches, student body, administrators, parents, and community.
By becoming a member of the GABC, you not only support the Boerne High School Athletic Department, individual sport programs, coaches, parents, and student athletes, but you also make a smart financial move. All contributions, donations, sponsorships, and memberships are considered charitable contributions and are tax-deductible. So, avoid the lines and hassle of writing another check and register online. Click on the tab below to go to the website and become a member!
We want to help families navigate attendance and early release procedures smoothly this school year.
Early Release & Student Pick-Up
For safety reasons, student pick-up/sign-out ends at 3:30 PM (30 minutes before dismissal).
Parents/guardians or approved emergency contacts must present valid photo ID when checking out a student.
Only contacts listed in Skyward Family Access may pick up students.
Please allow time for the office to locate and retrieve your student from class.
Planned Early Releases
Submit early-release requests through the Skyward Attendance Notification Tile by 8:00 AM the day of dismissal, or preferably the day before.
Students should pick up their dismissal pass from the Attendance Office before school or during a class change.
Students must return to the Attendance Office at the designated time to complete the sign-out process and receive their Raptor pass.
Same-day appointments or emergencies: Please call the Attendance Office at 830-357-2206. Online requests are not continuously monitored.
Students Who Drive
Students who drive—or ride with a current BHS student who drives—must have a valid BHS parking permit. Otherwise, a parent/guardian must come into the Front Office to sign the student out.
Only seniors with an Off-Campus Lunch sticker may leave campus for lunch. All other students must be signed out by a parent/guardian.
If Your Student Becomes Sick
Students who feel ill should report to the school nurse. If the nurse sends the student home, the remainder of the day is excused. If a parent chooses to check out a student after the nurse determines they should remain at school, the absence is unexcused unless a parent note is provided.
Documenting Absences
Submit original excuse notes/documentation to the Attendance Office within 48 hours of the absence.
Parent excuses may also be submitted through the Skyward Attendance Notification Tile.
Medical, dental, court, DPS, college visit, and other documentation should be submitted in writing; emails are not accepted.
Please allow 2–3 school days for attendance documentation to be processed.
📞 Attendance Office: 830-357-2206
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, efficient, and consistent attendance process for all BHS students! 💜
