Tiger News

Monday: Regular Schedule

Tuesday: Tiger Time Schedule (10th Grade Pre-Forecasting Assembly)

Wednesday: Late Start Wednesday

Thursday: Tiger Time Schedule (11th Grade Pre-Forecasting Assembly)

Friday: Regular Schedule

For our bell schedules, please click here.

Happy Wintery Sunday, Tiger Families!

Our staff had the most amazing In-Service Day on Wednesday, working with intention to further our School Improvement Work. We want to be the BEST high school in Washington State, centering around our mission statement that we developed collaboratively in October.

It reads: “Our mission is to create a high school environment where relationships are leveraged to foster high levels of learning, ensuring that EACH and EVERY student feels safe, seen, valued, and accepted. Through engaging, rigorous, and relevant experiences, including diverse course offerings that prepare students for trade, work, college, and military service, we empower students to take ownership of their personal growth. We strive to be a community where students enjoy attending, feel connected to our school, and actively care for one another.”

We worked in collaborative teams to plan out our next steps around the following themes: Relationships, Instruction, Assessment, Intervention, Behavioral Expectations/Response, Celebrations, and Safety. Each team identified one concrete next step that we can accomplish before the end of the year. We are formalizing a written summary and will share next week when it's polished and ready. In addition, the administrative team presented our School Improvement Plan to the school board on Monday, which you can review here: document and recorded presentation. We are on fire to grow for our students and community and always welcome your input!

It looks as if snow may be in our forecast this week. When inclement weather occurs, it may be necessary to implement a two-hour late start, snow routes for buses or a school closure. Safety is our primary concern when making these decisions. Please use your discretion. Even if a school is open, parents and guardians may use their own judgment whether it is safe to send their child(ren) to school. Weather-related absences are excused when reported to the school by a parent or guardian. Late starts In the event of a late start, school begins two hours later than normal. If a weather-related, two-hour late start occurs on a Wednesday late-start day, the teacher collaboration time will be canceled and school will start two hours later than the regular (Mon./Tues./Thurs./Fri.) start time. You can call in to our information line at 360-885-5343, and access snow routes for buses at: battlegroundps.org/page/bus-routes or by calling First Student: 360-841-7099, ext. 1.

Have a great week, and stay warm! (Students, see Ms. Main in the Main Office if you need a winter coat!).
Heather Ichimura, BGHS Proud Principal

Students,

If you received a Tiger Ticket (formerly an RRE card) at any point during the first semester, you were sent an email for a buy one get one free Trail Blazer ticket. There are four games that qualify. If you are interested, just follow the link on the email for more information. Congratulations!

Questions? Email Ms. Main: main.juliene@battlegroundps.org

• One-hour late starts: Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26
• Presidents Day (no school): Monday, Feb. 17

• If you need to excuse absences and 1st period tardies please send to: bghattendance@battlegroundps.org

• If you have a bus note, please submit in writing to: bghs.busnotes@battlegroundps.org

"HEY YOU! You're someone's type! So come out and donate at one of the last blood drives of the year, hosted by BGHS HOSA & The American Red Cross on February 27th from 8am-1pm! Pink donation forms can be found in the Main Office and P7. Forms must be filled out and submitted by Monday February 24th, or else we can not guarantee you a donation appointment time. Donor forms can be submitted to Mr. Trezise's mailbox in the main office or his classroom P7.

Donors must be at least 16 years old (with parent permission).

Adults (non-students) can sign-up at on this link (click here) to claim their appointment time

All staff who want to donate will be prioritized and moved up to the front of the line to get you back to your lunch/prep ASAP."

High school credit can be earned for certain high school courses by taking and passing a challenge exam. This option is available to students in grades 8-12, with testing occurring annually in May at the Prairie High School Media Center. This is not the same as recovering an unearned credit. For information on credit recovery, please reach out to your school counselor.

Courses that are eligible for credit via challenge exams are:

• Algebra I

• Geometry

• English 9

• English 10

• Biology

• Washington State History

For more information please click this link for the dates and times of the exams, plus the applications.

Both our Intermediate and Advanced Jazz Bands for performing at the Clark Jazz Festival. We would like to celebrate hard work and outstanding performances of both groups.

Save the date! The tenth annual Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair will be held at Battle Ground High School on Thursday, Feb. 20, from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Come meet with local employers to learn about apprenticeship opportunities and employment in fields such as health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction and many more. There will also be a resume workshop in the high school’s career center from 3-6 p.m.

If you are an employer interested in attending this free event expected to draw hundreds of students, families and community members, fill out this form or contact BGHS career guidance counselor Kevin Doyle at doyle.kevin@battlegroundps.org or 360-885-6598.

The 2025 student (Eva Smith) contest winning shirt now available:

• Order through ASB window or online after you log into your account by clicking this link.
• Click Shop "Items At All Schools", "High School", "Battle Ground High School", "SPED Tiger Tees"
• You can customize your shirt/hoodie as much as you like as they are made in-house just for you. Just contact dehler.barry@battlegroundps.org in B-5
• They are as low as $10 each if you provide your own shirt or hoodies are $30 & shirts $20. You can even choose from 2 glitter options!

Thank you for your unity, toughness, and class.

- BGHS Life Skills Class.

Ongoing…

February 13, Thursday

Monday, February 3rd

• JV and C Team Girls Basketball vs. Heritage at 5:15 PM @HHS

Tuesday, February 4th

• JV and C Term Boys Basketball vs. Union at 5:15 PM @UHS
• C Team Girls Basketball vs. Union at 5:15 PM @BGHS
• Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Union at 7:00 PM @UHS
• Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Union at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Wednesday, February 5th

• No Events

Thursday, February 6th

• No Events

• JV and C Team Girls Basketball vs. Camas at 5:15 PM @CHS
• JV and C Term Boys Basketball vs. Camas at 5:15 PM @BGHS
• Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Camas at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Saturday, February 8th

• Girls Varsity Gymnastics vs. Camas at 10:00 AM @ Naydenov

Having the right resources is important. If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is there 24/7/365, whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, other concerns or just need someone to talk to. Call or text 988. You are not alone.

Battle Ground Public Schools is asking voters to consider a replacement education and operations levy on the Feb. 11 ballot. Local levy funding helps to cover things the state doesn’t fully pay for, such as student safety, transportation, special education, updated curriculum, mental health and nursing supports, sports, arts and much more. Levy funding currently provides around 13% of the district’s overall budget.

Visit our website to learn more about the replacement levy, create a personalized cost estimate for your property and to view a video presentation. If you are eligible to vote but are not yet registered, you can still do so in person at the Clark County Elections office in Vancouver until 8 p.m. on election night.

Last fall, Battle Ground Public Schools conducted a ThoughtExchange to gather ideas about student use of cellphones during school, school start times, school libraries and more. More than 2,200 people responded, including parents/guardians, students, staff members and community members. Thank you to everyone who participated! Your input helps guide decisions on these topics. Visit the district website to view the full survey results and read the key findings.

February school breakfast and lunch menus are available via Nutrislice and the district website. Meal expenses can be paid through InTouch Receipting.

Students in grades 8 and 9 are invited to take the new PSAT 8/9 on April 26. This optional test is designed to help as you start your high school journey. It will help you understand where you are and where you want to go, as well as assisting with preparing for future assessment tests. With your scores, you'll get customized guidance to help you explore careers that match your interests and skills and information to help you search for colleges.Registration ends Friday, April 18.Visit the district’s standardized testing page to learn more.

Battle Ground Public Schools’ specialized and alternative learning experience programs are accepting enrollment applications for the 2024-25 school year. The district offers specialized and alternative programs for students in kindergarten through high school. Please see each program’s enrollment page for details on availability.

• Character and Academics for the Marketplace (CAM) Academy - A grades 3-12 school focusing on English language arts, history, science, math and instruction in computer technology.

• Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) - A half-day program focused on science, technology, engineering and math on an 80-acre learning campus in Brush Prairie.

• Summit View High School - An individualized learning environment for students from ages 14-21 focusing on reaching graduation.

• Open Doors GED - A program through Summit View High School for students ages 16-21 who are behind in credits and want to earn their GED.

• River HomeLink - An accredited public school providing parent-partnered educational options and support for students.

• Battle Ground Virtual Academy - BGVA provides a high-quality online learning experience where students are assigned a teacher with whom they and their parents meet regularly. Parents and guardians also play an active role in their child's online education.

Do you know how to be a good digital citizen? With students completing more work online, it is increasingly important that they understand how to recognize the rights, responsibilities and opportunities of living, learning and working in an interconnected digital world. Parents and guardians can learn more on the district’s parent resources webpage, including managing technology at home, resources for digital citizenship and setting up parental controls.

The Running Start program allows students who have completed 10th or 11th grade but have not yet started the next grade to enroll in college courses tuition-free, earning both high school and college credits simultaneously. This program can help students get a head start on their college education while saving money. New for this summer: Students who have completed 10th grade can now participate in Running Start during the summer term, taking up to 10 credits.

Fee waivers are available for students who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, ensuring cost is not a barrier to participation. For more details, including how to apply and access fee waivers, please contact your school counselor or visit the Running Start webpage.

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.

  
  

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.

If you see or hear of a possible threat, please report it to law enforcement directly and/or to school staff. This is the best and most helpful action because it begins an investigation and helps to limit the potential for misinformation to spread. Reposting or sharing a threat on social media in an attempt to warn others spreads the threat farther from its original source and may cause unnecessary alarm and fear. You can report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Emergencies should always be reported to 911.

• 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