Tiger News

We are entering our first full week of school, Tigers, and if the last two weeks are any indicator of the year ahead, we are in great shape! Students are doing an amazing job following new school expectations and the energy, positivity, and pulse of the school is pretty amazing. Now that schedules are set and students have had time to find their class locations in the building, we will start processing tardies and monitoring single period absences (remember, those can't be cleared the following day- any student leaving campus for an appointment must check out at the attendance office). We expect all students to attend all their classes and get there on time. Students, remember to get a pass if you are late because you were with another adult.

We are working on rolling out a revised version of Tiger Time next week, offering students who are passing all their classes with C's or better, and are in good standing (no outstanding discipline) the chance to choose how they spend their Tiger Time (designated Flex spaces around campus where they can work, listen to music, use their phones, socialize, etc) as they have earned the privilege. Those with D's or F's will report to their requesting teacher, or stay in 2nd period for a quiet study hall. Future versions of Tiger Time could include tutoring centers, small group supports, and more. Additional details will shared in next week's news letter.

We are in the planning stages of a Fall Parent Night (connected to conferences) to connect our families to BGHS, share our mission/vision, school improvement plan, and offer supports for parents. More info to come soon!

Thank you for your support, and as always, please reach out with any questions, concerns, or celebrations you have! Have a beautiful week!

Best,

Heather Ichimura

Proud BGHS Principal

Monday: Regular Schedule

Tuesday: Tiger Time Schedule (rotating to period 5)

Wednesday: 1 Hour Late Start Wednesday

Thursday: Tiger Time Schedule (rotating to period 6)

Friday: Regular Bell Schedule

For our bell schedules, please click here.

• One-hour late starts: Sept. 11, 18, 25

We will be enforcing our parking permit policy. Any student parking on campus must have purchased a parking tag for a specific lot, and hang the tag from their mirror. Students without parking passes will be fined and asked to move their car off campus. We have limited parking spots on campus, and it's important we reserve those spaces for students who have purchased a parking permit

Yearbook Purchase:

The first yearbook sale of the year will take place during the month of October. Books will be sold for $55 with an ASB card and $60 without an ASB card. There will be two more opportunities to purchase a yearbook later in the school year.

Senior Pictures:

We are currently working on getting the senior link set up. It should be ready by September 13th. Senior pictures are due November 26.

Requirements:

• Plain/neutral background preferred
• Full-face view
• Clothing and jewelry must fit school dress code guidelines
• No creative filters or photographic treatments
• No weapons or hand signs of any kind
• Minimum Resolution of 300 DPI
• Yearbook is not accepting pictures that are printed, on a CD, on a thumb drive, or emailed

• Did you know that Athletics and Activities has their own website with lots of information, all available at your fingertips? Please visit www.bghtstigers.com - you can register for sports, check out which sports are playing for the week or month, print forms, and more!

• Want to purchase tickets to your favorite BGHS home game? Soccer, Volleyball, Football all available NOW on Go-Fan! Head over to https://gofan.co/app/school/WA22040 and check it out!

• Yearbooks are here! Mr. Karraker will be available Tuesday - Friday, from 7:30am to 7:45am before school, and after school from 2:30pm to 4pm in Room B1 to hand out yearbooks.

• You can pay for athletics participation fees and ASB cards in our office, or online at: https://wa-battleground.intouchreceipting.com/manage/ Your log-in is your student's 7-digit ID number, and the password is your last name (1st letter capitalized).

Monday 9/9

• Drama Auditions 2:35 in the Lair
• Unified Bowling @Tiger Bowl at 2:30
  
• Boys Varsity Golf vs. Ridgefield @RHS at 3:30 PM
• Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Hudson's Bay @HBHS at 4:00 PM
• Varsity Slowpitch Softball vs. R.A. Long @BGHS at 4:00 PM
• Boys JV Football vs. Eisenhower High @Davis HS at 5:00 PM
• Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Auburn Riversdie @ARHS at 5:00 PM

Tuesday 9/10

• Boys Varsity Golf vs. Kelso @KHS at 3:00
• Varsity Slowpitch Softball vs. Skyview @SHS at 4/6 PM
• Girls JV Volleyball vs. Columbia @CHS at 5:30 PM
• Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Columbia @CHS at 7:00 PM

Wednesday 9/11

• Girls Varsity Swim vs. Orairie and Mark Morris @MMHS at 5:00 PM

Thursday 9/12

• Boys Varsity Golf vs. Camas @Tri- Mtn at 3:00 PM
• Boys C Team Foootball vs. Mountain View @MVHS at 4:00 PM
• Slowpitch Softball vs. Union @BGHS at 4/6 PM
• Girls JV Volleyball vs. King's Way @KWHS at 5:30 PM
• Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. King's Way @KWHS at 7:00 PM

Friday 9/13

• Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Prairie @BGHS at 3:30 PM
• Boys Varsity Football vs. Mountain View @MVHS @7:00 PM

Saturday 9/14

• Girls Varsity Volleyball Tounament @TBA at 8:00 AM
• Boys Varsity Cross Country Ash Creek Festival @TBA at 9:00 AM
• Girls Varsity Swimming Meet @Mark Morris at 10:00 AM
• Girls JV Soccer vs. Bonney Lake @BLHS at 12:00 PM
• Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bonney Lake @BLHS at 2:00 PM

All activities at subject to change. Please check https://bghstigers.com/events# for updated information.

Seniors- Are you interested in attending WSU next year? If so, here is a great opportunity for you. Attend the Apple Cup Admission Blitz! Join representatives from Washington State University for Instant Decision Day on Thursday, September 12, at 9:45am. High school seniors may apply on-site and receive an admission decision on the spot! This event is recommended for seniors with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher. If you're not sure of your GPA, check with your college and career office! Students must register prior to the event to be eligible for an instant decision. Walk-ons will not be guaranteed an instant decision. https://futurecoug.wsu.edu/register/BGAppleCupIDD If you have questions contact Kevin Doyle in the College and Career Center.

Bus routes posted and FirstView mobile app

Bus routes are now available online. For questions about school district bus service, call your school or First Student at 360-841-7099, ext. 103 or 104. Please be aware that the first several weeks of school can often see changes to routes as First Student makes adjustments. Any changes impacting riders will be communicated by your child’s school.

Due to road construction in many areas of the district, some buses may need to take a detour and/or may be delayed. For the most up-to-date route information, late alerts, notifications when your student is close to home, etc., we strongly recommend installing the FirstView mobile app, available through the Apple App Store and Google Play. PLEASE NOTE: The district code has changed this year. To use the app, enter the four-digit code LMWV. Get instructions for installing the app.

New school menus

Starting this year, Battle Ground Public Schools is partnering with Chartwells to provide breakfast and lunch at school. Menus are still available via Nutrislice and meal expenses can still be paid through InTouch Receipting, just like last year. Printable menus are also available through September (Primary Schools) (Middle Schools) (High Schools) Get more details on the district website.

New websites and messaging platform

Battle Ground Public Schools has a brand-new look online this school year, with updated websites for the district and schools, as well as a new mass communication system via Apptegy. Our intent is to improve your experience, making it easier for you to find information quickly and easily, and streamlining communication between you and your child’s school(s). In the future, you will receive text messages from 98900. You can opt out any time. Download the new Battle Ground Public Schools app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to view updates and receive notifications.

2024-25 school calendar

The 2024-25 academic calendar (Русский) (Español) is online. Here are some key dates to keep in mind:

• Thanksgiving break: Nov. 27-29

• Winter break: Dec. 23, 2024, through Jan. 3, 2025

• Spring break: Monday, March 31, through Friday, April 4

• In-service dates (no student attendance): Oct. 11, Oct. 30, Jan. 29

• Last day of school: Tuesday, June 10 (assuming no added days for weather-related closures)

Want to take the SAT?

This October, students in grades 11-12 have an opportunity to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test, or SAT. The deadline to register is Sept. 20, 2024. Testing will take place Saturday, Oct. 5, at Battle Ground High School. Get more information about registration.

Please report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Reporters can remain anonymous. Emergencies should always be reported to 911. Learn more about emergency procedures and safety protocols.

Battle Ground Public Schools has partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students and their immediate family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help any student and/or their immediate family members quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to their needs, regardless of insurance or circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

• Call 888-515-0595 (available 24/7/365 in any language).

• Visit www.caresolace.com/battlegroundps and either search on your own or select “Book appointment” for assistance by video chat, email or phone.

  
  

• Ms. Ichimura, Principal

• Ms. Main, Assistant Principal

• Mr. Person, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

• Ms. Wilson, Assistant Principal

• Mr. McKenzie, Dean of Students

Email: info.bghs@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://bghs.battlegroundps.org/
Location: 300 West Main Street, Battle Ground, WA, 98604
Phone: 360-885-6550
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The Battle Ground Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Information about the district’s nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures are located on the district’s website at https://www.battlegroundps.org/notice-of-nondiscrimination/. The following employees have been designated to receive and respond to questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator: Tom Adams, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, 360.885.5415 and/or U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR)

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604. 360.885.5481