🌟 BOBCAT PRIDE! 🌟
Congratulations to Amy X, who has been named a Sunshine State Scholar, placing her among Florida’s top STEM high school juniors! 🧠🔬📐
Amy was selected for her outstanding academics, extracurricular involvement, and a powerful essay addressing the nation’s STEM challenges. She maintains a weighted GPA above 4.8 while taking a full load of high-level courses and excelling in countless activities, including:
🏆 Buchholz National Championship Math Team
🔬 Science Team & HOSA–Future Health Professionals (with multiple national, state, and regional awards!)
🎶 Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony, and Tri-M Music Honor Society
📚 Tutor at a local center
🧪 Research intern at the UF College of Medicine
In her essay, Amy focused on closing the gap in math and science achievement and emphasized mentoring younger students through interactive instruction as part of the solution.
We are so proud of Amy’s achievements, leadership, and commitment to making a meaningful impact in STEM. 💙💛
#SunshineStateScholar #BobcatPride #STEMExcellence #FutureLeader #WeAreBuchholz
Congratulations to Amy X, who has been named a Sunshine State Scholar, placing her among Florida’s top STEM high school juniors! 🧠🔬📐
Amy was selected for her outstanding academics, extracurricular involvement, and a powerful essay addressing the nation’s STEM challenges. She maintains a weighted GPA above 4.8 while taking a full load of high-level courses and excelling in countless activities, including:
🏆 Buchholz National Championship Math Team
🔬 Science Team & HOSA–Future Health Professionals (with multiple national, state, and regional awards!)
🎶 Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Symphony, and Tri-M Music Honor Society
📚 Tutor at a local center
🧪 Research intern at the UF College of Medicine
In her essay, Amy focused on closing the gap in math and science achievement and emphasized mentoring younger students through interactive instruction as part of the solution.
We are so proud of Amy’s achievements, leadership, and commitment to making a meaningful impact in STEM. 💙💛
#SunshineStateScholar #BobcatPride #STEMExcellence #FutureLeader #WeAreBuchholz
🎉 Happy New Year & Welcome Back! 🎉
We’re excited to kick off the new year and welcome everyone back to school! As a reminder, PM2 testing is happening this week:
📘 Wednesday, 1/7: 9th Grade PM2
📗 Thursday, 1/8: 10th Grade PM2
📢 Please remember to be prepared:
✔️ Fully charge your electronic device
✔️ Bring your device and charger to school
✔️ Reboot your device before test day (shut down and restart) so it can check in and complete any required updates ahead of time
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth testing experience. Let’s start the year strong! 💪📚
We’re excited to kick off the new year and welcome everyone back to school! As a reminder, PM2 testing is happening this week:
📘 Wednesday, 1/7: 9th Grade PM2
📗 Thursday, 1/8: 10th Grade PM2
📢 Please remember to be prepared:
✔️ Fully charge your electronic device
✔️ Bring your device and charger to school
✔️ Reboot your device before test day (shut down and restart) so it can check in and complete any required updates ahead of time
Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth testing experience. Let’s start the year strong! 💪📚
Cross-curricular holiday fun! 🎄✨
Today, some of our students designed 3D models of Christmas trees in Ms. Campbell’s Digital Multimedia class, then brought them to life by painting them in Ms. Lugrin’s art class.
Creativity, collaboration, and holiday cheer all in one project!
Today, some of our students designed 3D models of Christmas trees in Ms. Campbell’s Digital Multimedia class, then brought them to life by painting them in Ms. Lugrin’s art class.
Creativity, collaboration, and holiday cheer all in one project!
🔬🏆 Science Olympiad Success! 🏆🔬
A few weeks ago, our Science Club competed in their first Science Olympiad event of the year—and they did an amazing job! Out of 300+ students, the following members finished in the top 10% or higher:
👏 Alex D
👏 Vincent N
👏 Andrew X
👏 Anh H
👏 Annika C
👏 Jonathan L
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement, and here’s to continued success this season! 🎉🧠✨
A few weeks ago, our Science Club competed in their first Science Olympiad event of the year—and they did an amazing job! Out of 300+ students, the following members finished in the top 10% or higher:
👏 Alex D
👏 Vincent N
👏 Andrew X
👏 Anh H
👏 Annika C
👏 Jonathan L
Congratulations on this outstanding achievement, and here’s to continued success this season! 🎉🧠✨
A HUGE Congratulations to our very own Ms. Denise Cueto! BHS' new APSS!
This weekend, the Buchholz Thespians represented Bobcat Pride with excellence! 🎭
Our students returned with outstanding results:
27 Excellents
18 Superiors
3 Top Honor Pieces (perfect scores!)
One Act All-Stars:
Mikaela C (Tech)
Joselyn S (Performance)
Top Honor Recipients
Eden H
Ryan D
Luke G
Joseph D
Finnegan C
Maximiliano F
Congratulations to all of our Thespians on an incredible weekend of talent, hard work, and Bobcat Pride! 🐾🎉
Our students returned with outstanding results:
27 Excellents
18 Superiors
3 Top Honor Pieces (perfect scores!)
One Act All-Stars:
Mikaela C (Tech)
Joselyn S (Performance)
Top Honor Recipients
Eden H
Ryan D
Luke G
Joseph D
Finnegan C
Maximiliano F
Congratulations to all of our Thespians on an incredible weekend of talent, hard work, and Bobcat Pride! 🐾🎉
Yesterday, we celebrated two of our outstanding Bobcats as they signed their Letters of Intent! 🎉🐾
Justin Williams is officially headed to UF, and Evan Walker is taking his talents to Central Michigan!
We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments—on and off the field. Congratulations, Justin and Evan! 💛🖤
Go Cats! 🐾
🏆 BUCHHOLZ BOYS CROSS COUNTRY WINS STATES — BACK TO BACK CHAMPS! 🏆
What an incredible day for our Bobcats! The Boys Cross Country team clinched the STATE TITLE for the second year in a row! 💛🖤
🔥 Top Finishers:
🥉 Demetrie M — 3rd Overall
💥 Sam F — 4th Overall
🏅 Davis G — 8th Overall
These athletes showed unbelievable grit, heart, and determination. We are so proud of this team and all they’ve accomplished.
Go Cats! 🐾💛🖤
🎺 The Buchholz Jazz Bands are performing our Veterans Day Concert at Celebration Pointe now through 8 PM ahead of the football game! What an incredible turnout so far — thank you to everyone who’s already come out to support our musicians and honor our veterans. 🇺🇸💛🖤 If you’re nearby, there’s still time to stop by and check it out! 🎶
🎉 Bobcat Pride! 🎉
Buchholz High School’s own William B has earned a perfect score of 1520 on the national PSAT/NMSQT exam, including a 760 in math and 760 in reading/writing — his second consecutive perfect score on the exam! 🙌
William is more than an exceptional student — he’s also the drum major of the Buchholz Band, principal trumpet in the Alachua County Youth Orchestra, and a proud member of the Buchholz Math Team and music honor society. 🎶📚
👏 Congratulations, William! Your hard work and dedication continue to make Buchholz High School proud! 💛🖤
#BobcatPride #BuchholzHigh #PSAT #AcademicExcellence #NationalMerit #ACPSProud #ExcellenceInEducation
Buchholz High School’s own William B has earned a perfect score of 1520 on the national PSAT/NMSQT exam, including a 760 in math and 760 in reading/writing — his second consecutive perfect score on the exam! 🙌
William is more than an exceptional student — he’s also the drum major of the Buchholz Band, principal trumpet in the Alachua County Youth Orchestra, and a proud member of the Buchholz Math Team and music honor society. 🎶📚
👏 Congratulations, William! Your hard work and dedication continue to make Buchholz High School proud! 💛🖤
#BobcatPride #BuchholzHigh #PSAT #AcademicExcellence #NationalMerit #ACPSProud #ExcellenceInEducation
🎉 Huge congratulations to our incredible Buchholz Band! 🥁🎶
They’ve been selected to perform at two major festivals this school year — one of which is the legendary Carnegie Hall in NYC! 🇺🇸✨
https://alachuachronicle.com/buchholz-band-selected-to-perform-at-prestigious-festivals-including-one-at-carnegie-hall/
🎉 Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year, Mr. Ryan McNickle! 🎉
Thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. We’re proud to have you represent Buchholz and all that makes our school exceptional! 💛🐾🖤
#BHSPride #TeacherOfTheYear #BobcatExcellence #OnceABobcatAlwaysABobcat
Thank you for your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. We’re proud to have you represent Buchholz and all that makes our school exceptional! 💛🐾🖤
#BHSPride #TeacherOfTheYear #BobcatExcellence #OnceABobcatAlwaysABobcat
👨👩👧👦 Free Coaching for Parents! 🌟
Parenting can be tough — but you don’t have to do it alone.
The Cook Center for Human Connection offers free, confidential parent coaching to help you navigate challenges and support your child’s mental health.
Coaches are certified and trained in six key areas, including:
💛 Basic Needs
💛 Attachment & Barriers
💛 Suicide Prevention
💛 Identity Formation
💛 Parenting Principles
Learn more and register today ➡️ https://cookcenter.info/Get-Coaching
Parenting can be tough — but you don’t have to do it alone.
The Cook Center for Human Connection offers free, confidential parent coaching to help you navigate challenges and support your child’s mental health.
Coaches are certified and trained in six key areas, including:
💛 Basic Needs
💛 Attachment & Barriers
💛 Suicide Prevention
💛 Identity Formation
💛 Parenting Principles
Learn more and register today ➡️ https://cookcenter.info/Get-Coaching
📅 Attendance matters — every day counts! 🎒
Showing up to school every day has a huge impact on your child’s success. Missing just a few days a month can affect learning, grades, and even graduation.
✅ Did you know?
Missing 10% (or 2 days a month) can affect academic success.
By 9th grade, attendance is a better predictor of graduation than 8th grade test scores.
Students should miss no more than 9 days each school year.
👨👩👧 What families can do:
✔️ Make attendance a daily priority.
✔️ Keep routines consistent and healthy.
✔️ Stay engaged with your teen and their teachers.
✔️ Communicate with the school if challenges arise.
Learn more and find helpful resources at 👉 attendanceworks.org
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #StudentSuccess #FamilyEngagement
Showing up to school every day has a huge impact on your child’s success. Missing just a few days a month can affect learning, grades, and even graduation.
✅ Did you know?
Missing 10% (or 2 days a month) can affect academic success.
By 9th grade, attendance is a better predictor of graduation than 8th grade test scores.
Students should miss no more than 9 days each school year.
👨👩👧 What families can do:
✔️ Make attendance a daily priority.
✔️ Keep routines consistent and healthy.
✔️ Stay engaged with your teen and their teachers.
✔️ Communicate with the school if challenges arise.
Learn more and find helpful resources at 👉 attendanceworks.org
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #StudentSuccess #FamilyEngagement
💡 Do you know a teacher who deserves to be recognized?
The Amazing Teachers Honorary Program is a community initiative celebrating outstanding educators who demonstrate excellence, creativity, and unwavering commitment to their students. 🍎✨
This program recognizes teachers who go above and beyond — those who inspire learning, spark curiosity, and make a lasting impact in the lives of others. Honorees will be featured in the Gainesville Sun and receive special prizes in appreciation of their dedication.
🏆 Plus! Each month, one teacher will be selected nationally by USA TODAY as the National Teacher of the Month and awarded $5,000 — and one National Teacher of the Year will receive $10,000!
👉 Nominate a deserving teacher today:
🔗 Submit your nomination here: https://gainesville.gannettcontests.com/Florida-Credit-Union-Amazing-Teachers/rounds/1/schoolnameone
📝 You’ll need:
Your contact info
The teacher’s name & school
A short (250 words or fewer) description of why they’re an Amazing Teacher
Let’s shine a spotlight on the educators who make a difference every day!
#AmazingTeachers #EducationMatters #TeacherAppreciation
🎉 Congratulations to Our Teacher of the Year Nominees! 🎉
We’re excited to recognize this year’s outstanding educators who go above and beyond every day for our Bobcats. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to student success make Buchholz a truly special place. 🍎🐾
We’re excited to recognize this year’s outstanding educators who go above and beyond every day for our Bobcats. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to student success make Buchholz a truly special place. 🍎🐾
🤖🔥 The Buchholz Robotics Team is cooking in the lab!
Innovation, teamwork, and creativity are in full gear as our Bobcats prep for another incredible season. 💡⚙️
#BobcatPride #BuchholzRobotics #STEMStrong
Innovation, teamwork, and creativity are in full gear as our Bobcats prep for another incredible season. 💡⚙️
#BobcatPride #BuchholzRobotics #STEMStrong
🎤 Bobcat Speech & Debate Shines in Orlando! 🏆
This past weekend, BHS Speech & Debate competed at the North Florida Catholic Forensic League #2 Tournament against nearly 30 schools — and came home with 4 trophies out of just 5 entries! 👏
Congratulations to:
🏛️ Andrew X – 3rd Place, Student Congress
🎯 Isaac R – Best Novice, Student Congress
⚖️ Lara C – 4th Place, Novice Lincoln-Douglas Debate
🥈 BHS – 2nd Place, Small Squad Team Sweepstakes
Plus, our team also earned 2nd Place overall in the NFCFL #1 Small Squad Sweepstakes!
Way to represent, Bobcats! 💛🖤
#BobcatPride #BHSSpeechAndDebate #ExcellenceInAction
This past weekend, BHS Speech & Debate competed at the North Florida Catholic Forensic League #2 Tournament against nearly 30 schools — and came home with 4 trophies out of just 5 entries! 👏
Congratulations to:
🏛️ Andrew X – 3rd Place, Student Congress
🎯 Isaac R – Best Novice, Student Congress
⚖️ Lara C – 4th Place, Novice Lincoln-Douglas Debate
🥈 BHS – 2nd Place, Small Squad Team Sweepstakes
Plus, our team also earned 2nd Place overall in the NFCFL #1 Small Squad Sweepstakes!
Way to represent, Bobcats! 💛🖤
#BobcatPride #BHSSpeechAndDebate #ExcellenceInAction
🎉 October is National Principal Appreciation Month! 🎉
We’re proud to celebrate one of the very best — Mr. Purvis! 👏
He shows up to every event, knows students by name, and is the person they go to just to chat. Loved by his faculty, staff, and students alike, he truly makes BHS a great place to be. 💛🖤
#ThankYouMrPurvis #PrincipalAppreciationMonth #BobcatPride
🏆 DISTRICT CHAMPIONS!! 🏆
Your Buchholz Bobcats are the 2025 6A District 2 Champions!
🏐 The ladies took down defending champs Fletcher in an incredible match to bring the title back home!
⚫️🟡 Huge shoutout to our athletes, coaches, and fans for their hard work and support all season long — what a night to be a Bobcat! 💪🐾
#BobcatPride #DistrictChamps #BuchholzVolleyball #GoBobcats