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Good morning, Tiger Nation!

We are just five weeks away from Semester One ending. I want to remind everyone how incredibly important it is to pass ALL classes. In the state of Washington, students must earn 24 credits to graduate high school and earn a diploma. Students take 6 classes a semester, each worth .5 credit if passed with D or better; a total of 3 credits each semester, or 6 credits in a year. 6 credits each year multiplied by 4 years equals 24 credits. This means, failing just ONE class puts a student at risk for graduation. Parents, please check grades in Skyward and talk with your students if you see anything concerning. Many times, we notice students don't know where to start if they are behind, and need help creating a plan to catch up. We are with you- reach out to teachers and your student's Support Team with questions. If you are already credit deficient and need to talk to us about credit recovery or alternative school options, please call. We are here to help! You got this Tigers! Work hard and stay on top of your school work. Final stretch ahead!

Have a beautiful week! Hope to see everyone participate in Spirit Week!
Ms. Ichimura

• One-hour late starts: Dec. 11 and 18

• Winter Break (no school): Monday, Dec. 23, 2024 through Friday, Jan. 3, 2025

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

• If you have a bus note they have to be in writing and should go to: bghs.busnotes@battlegroundps.org

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Next week the ASB and the National Honor Society will be spearheading a food drive at BGHS to assist the North County Food Bank. The situation at the food bank has become quite grave. The number of families needing assistance during this holiday season has increased significantly. The food bank's resources have been stretched thin during a time of year that it is most needed. We would like to help.

Here are the details:

• The food drive will begin on Monday 12/9 and end on Friday 12/13
• Please bring all food to your 1st period class
• The top classroom will have breakfast provided by the Administration (Principal, AP's, and Dean)

• Canned Tomato Products
• Tuna
• Macaroni and Cheese
• Peanut or Almond Butter
• Soups
• Jams and Jellies
• Hygiene and Toiletry Products
• Oatmeal and Cold Cereals
• Pasta and Rice
• Pet Food Items
• Laundry and Dish Soaps
• Cleaning Supplies

Thank you so much for all you do and especially your efforts during the BGHS Food Drive

This holiday season, Battle Ground High School’s Campus iQ Credit Union invites you to join a heartfelt tradition: The Giving Tree Holiday Donation Drive.

Located in the main hall, the Giving Tree is adorned with ornaments, each representing a local individual in need. Here’s how you can participate:

1. Choose an ornament from the tree.
2. Purchase a thoughtful gift for the person listed.
3. Return the gift, along with the ornament, to the BGHS iQ Credit Union by December 18th.

This initiative is a wonderful opportunity to give back and brighten someone’s holiday. Let’s come together as a community to spread joy and support those in need.

Be a part of the Giving Tree and help make this season special for everyone!

We would love to add all things 'Clue On Stage' to the newsletter! This year we are offering pre-purchase tickets in two different places. Everyone can purchase via InTouch, or Go-Fan. Please see the following Go-Fan links below, and the Clue On Stage poster attached.

December 12th at 7pm

December 13th at 7pm

We encourage you to come out and support the BGHS Band and Choir, along with the Chief Umtuch Middle School Choir for their annual Winter Concert. Wednesday night, December 11th @ 7:00 PM in the Lair. There is no cost for admission.

Trees are here, and they are gorgeous! Ready to claim your perfect tree? The Band Boosters are once again hosting a Christmas Tree sale in the Albertsons parking lot located at 2108 W Main in Battle Ground. Sale hours are 3PM to 7PM Wednesdays through Fridays and 10AM to 7PM Saturdays and Sundays. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

Tickets on sale through 2nd lunch on Friday the 13th. Students must be in good standing to purchase a ticket.

Cascadia Tech Academy Website

CTA Tour

Battle Ground High School students will tour Cascadia Tech Academy on January 14, 2025, from 8:00 am - 10:30 am. To attend the tour students must sign up in the College and Career Center by December 20, 2024, and complete the field trip permission documentation.

Application Process

The Cascadia Tech Applications (paper form) will be available in the College and Career Center on January 15, 2025. Completed applications must be received by January 31, 2025. This is a quick turnaround time. Don’t procrastinate. The application process does not guarantee placement into Cascadia Tech Academy.

Quick Dates

• Tour - January 14, 2025

• Applications - Open January 15, 2025

• Due - on January 31, 2025, to the College and Career Center

High school seniors and families looking for help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid are invited to attend one of three upcoming in-person events:

• Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024: Prairie High School, 3-6 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025: Battle Ground High School, 3-6 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025: Prairie High School, 3-6 p.m. (Interpreters available)

In addition if you prefer, FAFSA/WASFA Application Labs through Fort Vancouver Regional Library are an option. Fort Vancouver Regional Library will host two Saturday workshops for FAFSA/WASFA.

• Saturday, January 25th Cascade Park Library

• Saturday, February 8th Battle Ground Community Library

Prior to completing the FAFSA/WASFA, seniors, parents/guardians must create a FSA ID at least three days prior. The FSA ID will serve as your electronic signature. Watch the video How to Create a FSA ID.

The College and Career Center staff at Battle Ground and Prairie look forward to working with you.

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.

Seniors,

The College and Career Center staff, along with the counselors, are excited to host the 6th Annual Pop For a Plan on Monday, December 9, for the seniors. Seniors will have the opportunity to visit with one of our school counselors, administration, career specialists, or representatives from the community for a brief conversation about their future plans. We want to support them in their final months at BGHS and will be serving "Pop related items" as we celebrate the seniors.

Each senior social studies teacher will bring their class to the College and Career Center in 15-minute increments throughout the period.

Prior to the event day, each senior will be asked to complete a short Pop For Plan Senior Questionnaire which will be emailed to them and posted in the Career Center Google Classroom. If you do not have a Civics/CWP class, stop by anytime throughout the day. Watch the fun video here: Tootsie Pop Owl

Monday, December 9th

• Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Washougal at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Tuesday, December 10th

• Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Mt. View at 7:00 PM @MVHS
• Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Mt. View at 7:00 PM @MVHS
• JV and C Team Boys Basketball vs. Mt. View at 5:15 PM @MVHS
• JV and C Team Girls Basketball vs. Mt. View at 5:15 PM @MVHS

Wednesday, December 11th

• Band and Choir r Convert at 7:00 PM @BGHS
• Varsity Boys Basketball vs. WF West at 7:00 PM @WF West
• JV and C Team Boys Basketball vs. WF West at 5:30 PM @WF West
• Varsity and JV Boys Wrestling vs. Prairie at 6:00 PM @BGHS
• JV and Varsity Girls Wrestling vs. Camas at 5:30/7:00 PM @CHS
• Girls Bowling vs. Heritage at 3:15 @ Big Al's
• Boys Swimming at 5:00 PM @Kelso High School

Thursday, December 12th

• Clue! at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Friday, December 13th

• Clue! at 7:00 PM @BGHS

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

Saturday, December 14th

• Winter Formal at 7:30 PM @BGHS
• Boys and Girls Wrestling at 10:0 AM @La Center
• Boys Swimming at 10:00 AM @Mark Morris

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’ board of directors has placed a replacement education and operations levy on the special election ballot for Feb. 11, 2025. This local levy makes up approximately 13% of the district’s budget and fills the gap between funding received from the state and the actual cost of educating students. The replacement levy would fund things like student safety, instructional/support staff, class sizes, curriculum adoption, nursing and mental health support, special education, busing, sports, the arts and more. It would provide funding that impacts students in every BGPS school.

Voters approved the expiring education and operations levy in 2021 at an estimated rate of $1.99 per $1,000 of assessed property value. The actual rate in the first year was $1.97. The estimated rate for this replacement levy would be $1.95 per $1,000 of assessed value each year. More information about the replacement levy is available on the district website.

Our 2024 Report to Our Community should have arrived in your mailbox if you live within the district. You can also view it in a digital format. The report includes information on enrollment, demographics, educational progress, budget and recent curriculum adoptions. You’ll also find important information about how local levy funding affects every school in our district.. Be sure to give it a read!

Snow routes for 2024-25 are now posted on the district website. Be sure and take a moment to check out our handy winter weather guide for information on late starts or school closures due to weather-related impacts. Please note, the district is divided into “north” and “south” schools. This year, Battle Ground Virtual Academy is considered a south school.

In case of a school closure or late start, we may begin contacting families as early as 5:30 a.m. We will attempt to contact you at the telephone number and email address that are listed in your Skyward (Family Access) account. We would encourage you to take a minute and log into Skyward to verify your contact information is up to date. You can also reach out to your school office for assistance.

School libraries are important sources of information for young readers. Parents and guardians are welcome to see what's available in their child’s school library and review the books their child has checked out. Find out how. If there are books you do not wish your child to read, please contact the teacher-librarian at your child's school. The teacher librarian will note these restrictions in your child's account.

BGPS uses GoGuardian to keep students safe online on their school-issued devices. Parents/guardians can use the GoGuardian Parent app to help monitor activity when their child is using their school-issued device at home outside of school hours. This application has features like web filtering and parental controls such as pausing internet access and setting up online hours. Learn more and find other resources for going online.

Battle Ground Public Schools continues to experience chickenpox cases at several buildings, including two outbreaks. When an outbreak happens, Clark County Public Health may direct students who do not have documented immunization to stay home for 21 days to reduce the chance of the disease spreading further. A student may be able to return to school sooner with documented proof of immunity. If you have questions about your child’s chickenpox immunization status, please reach out to our school nurse.

Regular attendance and punctuality are essential to student learning and success. The skills that students learn in primary school will help them be successful in middle and high school. A student’s attendance often can predict whether they are likely to graduate high school on time.

In addition, your child learns valuable social skills at school and has the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with students and staff. Please let us know how we can support your child and your family in maintaining attendance. Learn more.

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 on the district and school websites.

Do you know an amazing staff member? The new Employee Recognition Awards will highlight staff members who reflect the district’s strategic plan goals. Three nominees will be selected each month and recognized at a board meeting. Everyone is welcome to submit a nomination.

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