• Creative Writing Workshops -UCONN professor, poet and author  Dr. Ken Cormier returns to conduct inspiring workshops with students from across the district at all grade levels. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to share their creations during open mic showcases.
• Invention Convention-BPS continues to excel as our young inventors gain statewide and national attention for their innovative approaches to solving problems in this inspiring nationwide program. Invention Convention will take place at Southside and Mountain View Schools.
• Stretching the Mind- Bristol Central gifted coach Gale Dickau continues to work with our students in constructing essays for college application, as well as opening student minds through visits to the Bushnell for various performances.
• Model UN-John Stavens and his Bristol Eastern students continue to excel and enjoy this life changing experience.  Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly and its other multilateral bodies where students perform an ambassador role while debating topics such as gender equality, climate action, global health, and more.
• Chess Tournament - BPS will hold its 3rd annual chess night and 2nd annual competitive tournament in early 2025.
• Mock Trial - In conjunction with the CT Bar Association and Civics First, middle school students will learn about the legal system through this innovative program that leads them to a full trial process!
• 24 -Our 2nd annual 24 game math tournament will take place in early 2025 with even more participants challenging their number sense and calculating speed!
• STEM Challenges - students will participate in various STEM challenges as part of their weekly instruction!

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