Farewell for the summer

My first attempt at a podcast! This took me two hours to figure out. (If I indeed figured it out. :)

BPA Limericks! (kinda, sorta)

Mass BPA went to Reno
You may ask why did we go?
KevBen was elected
Four others were selected
We were all winners, what do you know!



Chris Cady cast his spell
Secrets we would tell
Tim danced a tango
Played an air piano
And Ms. Sylvia caught it on her cell



Got one?

Time of Reckoning!

So we are 25 minutes from boarding the bus to the convention center to find out who won. We already know that Sara got called for finals for Prepared Speaking! So far she will hold the $300 prize money alone!

We went to Lake Tahoe today - our only real day out of the hotel. The hotel had so much to offer, that we didn't really have to leave, but wow! Tahoe was absolutely gorgeous!

Something so funny happened last night! Timmy got hypnotized and modeled for us, played "air" piano and a whole bunch of other things. All I have to say to Timmy is "Chris Cady!" I feel good!!!!!!!

We'll let you know who won! Thank you to all the students. You all behaved perfectly and I hope you are taking home an experience to last a lifetime. Always remember, our world is a big place that needs exploring!

National Campaign Under Way!

Wow! What a week it's been. I'm writing this blog post from Reno, NV where Kevin has just finished his campaign rally and national officer speech. I must say, HE WAS AMAZING! It was fun to watch Kevin answer the tough questions at the rally and nail just about all of them! I was also inspired by our whole BP chapter and the other students from Massachusetts who came out to help get the good word out! A special thanks to our state officers and Taconic!


In other news, many of the students have competed and the worst is behind them. We will have to wait until Saturday to find out the results. Remember - there's a $300 prize to be split among all of those who make it on the national stage for winning their event.


Mrs. Powers and I are enjoying the trip - our students are all so well behaved and a blast to be with. Tomorrow, Mrs. P. and I will be proctoring an accounting test for the post-secondary students.

Oh! Kristen and Melissa just got back from their Medical Office test, banged on our door, and exclaimed that they "rocked it!" So we shall see!

Peanut Butter Jelly Time, Peanut Butter Jelly Time....

Peanut Butter Jelly and a baseball bat! I'm not sure where that comes from, but I'm sure you guys know that song!

So I was out doing errands for Reno today and I found myself at Target. I ran into an illustrious BPA alumni member, Jessie Adams. She asked about our trip to Reno and we made nice small talk. Side note: Jessie is very good at customer service. :) Anyway - she told me about how she brought peanut butter and jelly to nationals and ate PB&J sandwiches for lunch to save money! I thanked her for the advice and told her I would post the info on the blog! Thanks Jessie!

Who doesn't like PB&J?

Oh! I also called the hotel and requested a refrigerator for our room. You guys might want to do the same. It does cost $5.00 per day. This cost will be on you - the school will not cover it.

Don't forget your license or ID.

Don't forget that you have to tip the maid at the end of the week. Put money aside for that so you don't spend it.

The students who worked the car wash; Kevin B. Mike S. and Sarah M. will be getting $30.00. Thanks so much for coming guys - it's nice to know who you can count on! It was also very nice to see Jessie and Beth. I think it's important to keep alumni connections to our group. I love keeping in touch with our graduates!

Don't forget to pack your reference material, style manuals, pencils, pens, socks, bandaids, medicine, etc. Weigh your suitcase before you head out. If it's over 50 lbs, you'll be paying more money to check it! Wear easy on/off shoes to get through security.

I am going to schedule a meeting Monday. The meeting won't last long, but we can wrap up a couple of loose ends before we go.

Alumni - do you have any packing/food/national advice??

Nationals are almost here!!

Okay, who's excited? I think Chelsea and Savannah are - they're so excited, their tongues turned blue! I am. Mrs. Powers is! Shaun is VERY excited! He cannot wait! Nick and Steven are! Woo hoo!

Car Wash

Hey Everyone! We are having a car wash on Sunday, April 27 from 9:00 to 1:00 p.m. The money we make for the car wash will not only go to our national team, but will also help Kevin Benjamin raise the $200 he needs for his candicacy. Those of you who volunteered for the car wash should show up at school at 8:35 a.m. on April 27. Bring old clothes. Kevin will be making sandwich signs for students to wear while standing at the entrance of Hart St. and Rt. 140.

Hoping to make at least $200 on this event! Tell everyone you know. $5.00 per car!

Alumni - you're welcome to come get your car washed for $4.00!! Just mention that you are BPA alumni (I'll be there to verify!) and you'll get a discount. I'd love to see you!