Bloomington Graduation School

02/26/2026

We see you, Megan Moore! Thank you for all that you do for BGS!

Join us in congratulating our 2026 Teacher of the Year honorees! All were honored at our awards ceremony earlier this month.

Megan Moore excels at differentiating instruction for students in the Bloomington Graduation School, using flexible grouping, prepared notes, micro-videos, interactive labs, and multimodal resources to ensure every student can engage deeply with science. Her "Battle of the Beaks" lab transformed a complex concept — adaptation and natural selection — into an engaging, hands-on simulation where students used different "beaks" to collect food, recorded data, analyzed class results, and applied findings to real-world scenarios. Students were able to explain survival advantages and environmental pressures using evidence from their own data. She also welcomes students' real-world science "wonders" — animal cloning, migration patterns, rock formations — creating deeper connections to curriculum concepts. 🔬🧬

Megan is an active contributor to the school's community engagement efforts, including the new quarterly Family Preview Nights that invite families into the building to connect with teachers and learn about their students' coursework. She contributes meaningfully to the school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) model through the Instructional Leadership Team and became an immediate supportive presence when a new colleague joined the staff. She communicates consistently with families and celebrates student growth. As her nominator shared, "Her approach literally makes our entire building better. Students who typically hesitate in science feel confident, capable, and excited to share their thinking." 💛🌱

02/26/2026

A leadership group like no other. We are so thankful and proud of our Dragon Leadership Council students!

Join us in congratulating each of our 2026 Student Excellence Award winners!

Led by Lisa Autry and Jim Dwyer, the Dragon Leadership Council at Bloomington Graduation School is a shining example of student voice in action. 🐉 This dedicated group of 9th–12th graders represents the entire student body, fostering a culture rooted in service, collaboration, and joy. From organizing schoolwide rock painting during Kindness Month to leading meaningful class discussions, the Council brings students and staff together in powerful ways. 🎨 They also plan and execute beloved BGS traditions—including the Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon, Halloween Party, and spirited Game Nights—ensuring every student feels connected and valued. Their leadership reflects empathy, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to community. ❤️

02/07/2026

BGS was honored to participate with all of the featured MCCSC student leaders. Excellent work being done each week from our Dragon Leadership Council.

01/28/2026

We look forward to seeing you all in-person tomorrow, Dragons, just on a 2-hour delay.

On Thursday, Jan. 29 all MCCSC schools will operate on a 2-hour delay. All schools will begin two hours later than their regular start time. A detailed delay schedule is below and on our website. Morning-only preschool and PreK are canceled. Full-day Preschool and Pre-K will begin two hours after the normal start time. Morning extended day is open and operates on the normal schedule. The Early Learning Center North and South locations, and extended day will begin at normal start time.

Please note the following schedule for delays:

High School – 9:45 AM
Middle School – 10:10 AM
Elementary (Tier I) – 11:00 AM
Arlington, Binford, Childs, Highland Park, Rogers, Templeton
Elementary (Transfer Sites) – 11:15 AM
Fairview, University
Elementary (Tier II) – 11:30 AM
Clear Creek, Grandview, Lakeview, Marlin, Summit, Unionville

All MCCSC transportation and busing, including bus transfers, will also be on a 2-hour delay. Please watch the My Stop bus tracking app for real-time updates: https://mccsc.edu/17730_3

Please view our website for more information on how decisions to delay, close or dismiss early are made: https://www.mccsc.edu/32491_2

01/27/2026

Thank you, MCCSC Board of School Trustees.

In recognition of School Board Appreciation Month, we extend a heartfelt thanks to our 2026 MCCSC Board of School Trustees —We are deeply grateful for the support you show our schools, students, teachers and staff every day! 🏆💙💛

Thank you to Erin Cooperman, President (District 5); Ross Grimes, Vice President (District 6); Ashley Pirani, Secretary (District 3); Dr. Tiana Iruoje, Assistant Secretary (District 4); April Hennessey (District 2); Aja Jester (District 7); Erin Wyatt (District 1).

01/26/2026

Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, all MCCSC schools will move to independent, self-paced eLearning due to inclement weather, poor road conditions, and low wind chills. There will be no live instruction Teachers/schools will communicate lesson information to you via Canvas and ParentSquare by 10:00 a.m. Teachers will offer flexibility and provide reasonable timelines for students to complete their work. All in person programs, which include the Early Learning Center – both North and South locations, preschools and pre-K programs, and extended day will be closed. All after-school activities are canceled.

There will be no food service provided tomorrow unless the Monroe County Travel Warning is lifted by 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 27. If the travel warning is lifted by that time, food service will be available at Templeton Elementary (Door 13) and Fairview Elementary (Door 12) from 12-1:30 p.m. and families can sign up at the form to request meals: https://mccsc.jotform.com/250085877497877. Meals must be consumed on-site.

We know that school closures and delays can disrupt your family's routine, and we never make those decisions lightly. Please refer to our website for information about the many factors we keep in mind as we focus on keeping students safe and learning on track: https://www.mccsc.edu/32491_2

01/25/2026

Stay warm and safe, BGS students, families, and staff.

Tomorrow, January 26, all MCCSC schools will be closed due to the ongoing winter storm and Monroe County Travel Warning. Due to the forecast of continued snow, low wind chills, and possibility of power outages, there will be NO eLearning. There will be no meal service due to the travel warning. All in person programs, which include the Early Learning Center North and South locations, preschools and pre-K programs, and extended day will be closed. All after-school activities are canceled.

While MCCSC makes every effort to ensure the continuation of learning when schools are closed, please refer to our website for more information on our approach to eLearning: https://www.mccsc.edu/32491_2

For tomorrow, we hope you and your family stay safe, warm, and enjoy the “snow day.”

10/15/2025

Student voices in action! 💬✨ BGS students joined peers from across MCCSC for the first Superintendent’s Student Voice Advisory Council meeting of the year—collaborating, advocating, and shaping the future for all students.

MCCSC Superintendent Dr. Markay Winston speaks with the Student Voice Advisory Council (SSVAC) at their first meeting of the 2025-26 school year. Earlier this month, the Monroe County Community School Corporation’s (MCCSC) Superintendent’s Student Voice Advisory Council (SSVAC) convened for the ...

09/16/2025

What’s that? 🤔 No, it’s not Mr. Calhoun’s lunch! 🥪❌

Ms. Moore’s environmental science class 🌱🦋 captured some monarch caterpillars 🐛 that were living in a high traffic area near the school. From here, Bloomington Graduation School science classes 🔬📚 will have the opportunity to watch them grow 🌿➡️🦋 and learn about their life cycle over the next month before being released as adult butterflies. 🦋✨

09/11/2025

Over the past couple of days, BGS students had the opportunity to hear directly from Monroe County Community School Corporation 🍎 Child Nutrition Department Director, Matt Tomrell, and Nutrition Coordinator, Westley Penland.

Students gained insight into how the department supports BGS, explored new innovations like our trailblazing daily food ordering digital form 💻, and asked thoughtful questions along the way.

We are proud of our students for their curiosity and engagement, and grateful to Matt and Westley for sharing their time and expertise 👏✨.

09/04/2025

Let's hear it for our BGS August Students of the Month! These students work on the daily for academic achievement and exhibiting responsible characteristics of being a Dragon.