🌟 Student of the Week Spotlight! 🌟
A huge shoutout to our incredible Students of the Week! Your dedication, kindness, and effort do not go unnoticed. Thank you for making our school a better place each day.
Keep leading, learning, and inspiring! 💛📚
A huge shoutout to our incredible Students of the Week! Your dedication, kindness, and effort do not go unnoticed. Thank you for making our school a better place each day.
Keep leading, learning, and inspiring! 💛📚
📚✨ Happy National Education Support Professional Appreciation Day! ✨📚
Today we celebrate all of our incredible Education Support Professionals — the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep our schools running smoothly every single day. 🥳
Thank you for EVERYTHING you do. Your dedication, hard work, and care make all the difference, and we appreciate you more than words can say! 💛🙌
#ESPDay #ThankYouESPs #WeAppreciateYou
Today we celebrate all of our incredible Education Support Professionals — the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep our schools running smoothly every single day. 🥳
Thank you for EVERYTHING you do. Your dedication, hard work, and care make all the difference, and we appreciate you more than words can say! 💛🙌
#ESPDay #ThankYouESPs #WeAppreciateYou
🎉 Congratulations to Our BHS Debate Team! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements of our Bobcat debaters at this past weekend’s Constellation Tournament at the University of Central Florida:
⭐ Vincent N & Thalia B – Octo-finalists, Varsity Public Forum Debate
⭐ Andrew X– Semifinalist, Congressional Debate
⭐ Lara C & Rayna O – Semifinalists, Novice Public Forum Debate
We’re also proud to recognize Lara C for placing 2nd in Extemporaneous Debate at last weekend’s Florida Civics and Debate Initiative tournament in St. Augustine.
Outstanding work, Bobcats! 💛🐾 Keep raising the bar!
Please join us in celebrating the outstanding achievements of our Bobcat debaters at this past weekend’s Constellation Tournament at the University of Central Florida:
⭐ Vincent N & Thalia B – Octo-finalists, Varsity Public Forum Debate
⭐ Andrew X– Semifinalist, Congressional Debate
⭐ Lara C & Rayna O – Semifinalists, Novice Public Forum Debate
We’re also proud to recognize Lara C for placing 2nd in Extemporaneous Debate at last weekend’s Florida Civics and Debate Initiative tournament in St. Augustine.
Outstanding work, Bobcats! 💛🐾 Keep raising the bar!
🏆 REGIONAL RUNNER-UPS! 🏆
Both our Boys and Girls teams brought the heat on Friday, finishing as Regional Runner-Ups and officially qualifying for States this Saturday!
We’re incredibly proud of their hard work, focus, and fight all season long.
Let’s go, Bobcats — finish strong! 💛🐾 Go Cats!
Both our Boys and Girls teams brought the heat on Friday, finishing as Regional Runner-Ups and officially qualifying for States this Saturday!
We’re incredibly proud of their hard work, focus, and fight all season long.
Let’s go, Bobcats — finish strong! 💛🐾 Go Cats!
🏊♀️🏊♂️ STATE SWIM RESULTS!
Our Bobcat boys and girls swim teams competed at States on Friday, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and heart in the pool!
✨ Girls Team: 12th in the state
✨ Boys Team: 27th in the state
A special shoutout to Peyton B, our lone state medalist! Peyton took 4th place in both the 100 Fly and the 100 Back, bringing home two state medals. Congrats, Peyton — adding some serious shine to that trophy case! 🏅🏅
Amazing job this season, Bobsharks. Your dedication, teamwork, and grit make us proud.
Go Cats! 💛🐾
Our Bobcat boys and girls swim teams competed at States on Friday, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and heart in the pool!
✨ Girls Team: 12th in the state
✨ Boys Team: 27th in the state
A special shoutout to Peyton B, our lone state medalist! Peyton took 4th place in both the 100 Fly and the 100 Back, bringing home two state medals. Congrats, Peyton — adding some serious shine to that trophy case! 🏅🏅
Amazing job this season, Bobsharks. Your dedication, teamwork, and grit make us proud.
Go Cats! 💛🐾
🧠 Mental Health Tip of the Month for Parents: Creating Healthy Boundaries
Shared by Sarah Livingstone, MSW — The Bobcat Social Worker ✨
Boundaries are the invisible lines that help children and adults feel safe, respected, and understood. They guide how we treat ourselves and how we expect others to treat us. Healthy boundaries build self-respect, prevent burnout, and support clear, caring communication at home, at school, and beyond.
There are different types of boundaries—permeable (too open), rigid (too closed), and flexible (the ideal balance). Teaching children to recognize boundary violations—like ignoring a “no,” guilt-tripping, manipulating, or invading privacy—is an important part of helping them navigate relationships safely.
Parents can support healthy boundary-building by encouraging children to express their needs, validating their feelings, and modeling respectful communication. Start small: talk about personal space, screen time, or how to handle uncomfortable situations. Show what healthy boundaries look like through your own actions.
Try simple conversation starters like:
💬 “What’s something you wish people would stop doing?”
💬 “Is it hard for you to say no?”
Helping your child understand and practice boundaries gives them tools for lifelong emotional well-being and strong, respectful relationships.
Shared by Sarah Livingstone, MSW — The Bobcat Social Worker ✨
Boundaries are the invisible lines that help children and adults feel safe, respected, and understood. They guide how we treat ourselves and how we expect others to treat us. Healthy boundaries build self-respect, prevent burnout, and support clear, caring communication at home, at school, and beyond.
There are different types of boundaries—permeable (too open), rigid (too closed), and flexible (the ideal balance). Teaching children to recognize boundary violations—like ignoring a “no,” guilt-tripping, manipulating, or invading privacy—is an important part of helping them navigate relationships safely.
Parents can support healthy boundary-building by encouraging children to express their needs, validating their feelings, and modeling respectful communication. Start small: talk about personal space, screen time, or how to handle uncomfortable situations. Show what healthy boundaries look like through your own actions.
Try simple conversation starters like:
💬 “What’s something you wish people would stop doing?”
💬 “Is it hard for you to say no?”
Helping your child understand and practice boundaries gives them tools for lifelong emotional well-being and strong, respectful relationships.
🎺 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. 🍎🐾
🎓 Find Your Future at the 2025 Magnet Showcase!
Families — don’t miss your chance to explore the many magnet options available at our elementary, middle, and high schools!
Learn more about open house dates, shadowing opportunities, and application deadlines all in one place.
📅 Saturday, October 25
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Alachua County Sports and Event Center
4870 Celebration Pointe Avenue, Gainesville
🚗 Due to another event in the area, please enter Celebration Pointe from Archer Rd and park in the South Parking Garage before following the signage and walking to the Sports & Event Center.
Visit 🔗 www.alachuaschools.net/magnets for details.
🤖🔥 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
Families of students in 5th through 10th grade can sign up now for their student to 'shadow' in one or more middle/high school academic and career tech magnet programs so they can experience first-hand what these programs have to offer. The shadowing window is Nov 13-Dec 12. More info at https://www.alachuaschools.net/magnets.
