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2020-2021 Parking Pass Info

 Click HERE for Link to Application
The application must be completed even if payment was made before a pass will be issued.  
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2020-21 Amended Calendar

On July 23, the Board of Education approved an amended calendar for 2020-21 to help us prepare for the unique school year that we are about to begin.

ATTENTION PRESCHOOL PARENTS

All child care and preschool programs need to follow the new requirements from the Ohio Dept of Job and Family Services and the Ohio Dept of Education.

FAQ 2.0

In an effort to provide more information for you to make a decision on in-person or remote learning for your child this year, we have created an additional list of frequently asked questions, which is available.
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REOPENING PLANS FOR FALL 2020

Follow the link below to see the Big Walnut Reopening Plans and survey link for the fall of 2020.

Reopening Update - 7-10-2020

Thank you so much for your patience as we have been finalizing reopening plans since hearing the governor’s guidance last week.  We are planning to offer two options for families next year-- 100% in-person or 100% remote learning.

Summer Testing for State Mandated Tests

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Class of 2020 Senior Profiles

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AP & Honors Summer Homework

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BWHS Class of 2020 Academic/Military Signing Day Video

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Summer School

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Senior Awards Slideshow

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Family Update on COVID-19 - April 13, 2020

I hope you are staying healthy and that you enjoyed the holiday with your families.  Today, I want to share information on voting absentee, free wi-fi access within the district, and remote learning grading.
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Virtual Board Meeting - 4/9/2020 | 7:30 am

The Big Walnut Local Schools are hosting a virtual board meeting, Thursday, April 9, 2020. The virtual board meeting is slated to begin at 7:30 am.

Technology Update - 4.6.2020


Based on family feedback during the first week of remote learning, as well as the governor’s extension of the school building closure period until at least May 1, we are revising our technology plan for chromebook distribution.
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Class of 2020 - Important Information

Please find attached a letter to our BWHS Class of 2020 regarding prom and graduation.  This letter is on Schoology, Facebook, and will be sent in a text/email blast to senior families.

Technology Update - 4.01.2020

The move to remote learning has included some technology issues for several of us. Some are struggling with reliable internet access at home, and Schoology has been overloaded at certain times, making it difficult to access assignments.

COVID-19 Family Update - 3.30.2020

Thank you for your patience today as many districts across the nation accessed Schoology in unprecedented numbers.  Their team is working diligently to continue to increase capacity as we all adjust to this new normal. When all else fails, have your child read, read, read.

COVID-19 Family Update 3.28.20

I hope you are having a great-- albeit unconventional-- spring break.  I have lots of news today, including how House Bill 197, which was just signed into law yesterday afternoon by Governor DeWine, will impact our students.

COVID-19 Update to Families - 3.24.2020

In reviewing our technology plan for chromebook repairs, we have determined that we will be able to offer hardware repairs at our central office as needed.

COVID-19 Update to Families - 3.22.2020

Due to the Governor’s “stay-at-home order” being announced today, our district technology department will be working from home beginning this Tuesday until at least April 6.

COVID-19 District Update - Technology Support

As we continue to adapt to this situation, I want to update you on our technology support.  As you have probably learned in communication from principals and staff, we will rely on some technology and internet access for students during this remote learning period.

COVID-19 District Update 3.18.2020

As we continue to adapt to this situation, I want to thank the many community volunteers and our awesome food service crew for packing up food for our families in need.

COVID-19 District Update 3.16.2020

I wanted to reach out with some updates and clarifications for you.  I apologize for the length, but I have lots of information to share.

COVID-19 Update - All Call 3.14.2020

While we had initially planned to use this coming Monday, the last day we are permitted to be open, as a last opportunity for staff to meet with students to provide resources and directions for remote learning, we will now be closed to students on Monday.  

COVID-19 Update - All Call 3.13.2020

The following message is an all call sent on March 13, 2020.

Helping Families in Need During Building Closures

We have gotten lots of questions about how we will help our families in need with meals during the building closures. These details are still being finalized, but we will share soon.

COVID-19 Message from Schoology - 3.13.2020

Good morning, I have received a few questions about the potential of making up time in the summer. 

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Big Walnut now has a "Digital Backpack" to streamline communication and to help students stay organized. Schoology provides a centralized place for teachers, students, and parents to communicate, access assignments, and receive school and class updates.

COVID-19 Update - All Call 03/12/2020

The following is an update that was sent as an all call to families on 03/12/2020.

COVID-19 Update - All Call 3.10.2020

The following is an all call regarding an update going out to families this evening (3.10.2020)

COVID-19 District Update

The attached letter contains an update on the district's efforts to ensure the health and safety of all students.

ABOUT BWHS

555 South Old 3C Road
Sunbury, OH 43074
Attendance Line: 740-965-7776
Phone: 740-965-3766
Fax: 740-965-1954
Hours: 7:40am - 2:20pm

Upcoming Events

Aug
10

Band Camp Week

Mon Aug 10 2020
Aug
10

New Staff Orientation - CO

Mon Aug 10 2020
Aug
11

Band Camp Week

Tue Aug 11 2020
Aug
12

Band Camp Week

Wed Aug 12 2020
Aug
13

Band Camp Week

Thu Aug 13 2020
Aug
14

Band Camp Week

Fri Aug 14 2020
Aug
17

Teacher Prof Day

Mon Aug 17 2020
Aug
17

BWHS PAC Meeting

Mon Aug 17 2020