Tiger News

Monday: Regular Schedule

Tuesday: Tiger Time Schedule

Wednesday: 1-hour Late Start Schedule

Thursday: Tiger Time Schedule (CLUBS)

Friday: Regular Schedule

For our bell schedules, please click here.

Dear BGHS families,

As you may know, Battle Ground’s Board of Directors voted to rerun the replacement education

and operations levy in the April 22 special election. The current education and operations levy will expire after 2025.

How the levy affects Battle Ground High School

If approved, the replacement levy would continue to fund the following at our school:

• Our Dean of Students
• Campus Security
• C-Team Sports
• Advanced Placement Classes that are run below the normal class size
• Prevention/Intervention Specialists
• School Librarian
• School Counselors
• Crossing Guards
• And SO MUCH MORE

How you can learn more

Please consider attending a presentation next month. These presentations are an opportunity to learn about what the levy pays for and next steps if it were to fail a second time. There are two dates that you can choose from:

• April 8 at the Lewisville Campus, 406 NW Fifth Ave., Battle Ground

• April 16 at Prairie High School, 11311 NE 119th St., Vancouver

Both presentations begin at 5:30 p.m. and are open to the public. Childcare and light refreshments will be provided. Can’t make it to the presentation? Here is a short informational video about the levy. You can also find more information, including FAQs and a calculator, on the district’s website.

You should receive your ballot between April 1 and April 4. The deadline to vote is 8 p.m. on April 22.If you have any questions, please let me know. I am happy to discuss in more detail.

Thank you,

Heather Ichimura, Proud Principal of BGHS

• One-hour late starts: March 26
• Spring break: Monday, March 31 - Friday, April 4
• Two-hour late start: Wednesday, April 9
• One-hour late starts: April 16, 23, 30
• 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

Important Dates:

• Last day of school for all students: Wednesday, June 11th
• Last day for seniors: Wednesday, June 4th
• Finals for Seniors: Tuesday (June 3rd- 4,5,6) and Wednesday (June 4th- 1,2,3)
• BGHS Graduation: June 6th (See the senior letter for more information)

Congratulations to the Advanced Band on placing 3rd

at Clackamas Community College Jazz Festival!

Outstanding Performance Awards went to:

Seniors,

A representative from Clark College will be in the College and Career Center on Wednesday, April 23 from 9 AM - 11 AM to meet with seniors who have questions about Clark College and who are interested in applying. Students can sign up in the College and Career Center before the event or bring a pass from their teacher.

Ongoing…

April 25, Friday

Facebook Page - Click on the link to follow the BGHS 2025 Grad Night Facebook page for the latest updates and information. This page will keep you informed about current fundraisers and provide all the details needed to participate in the Grad Night party in June. Stay connected to ensure you don't miss out on any important updates!

Facebook Page Link

We are going CASHLESS for Boys Soccer games/tickets. Fans can pre-purchase tickets online at gofan.com or with a credit/debit card at the gate.

"Tiger Athletics and Battle Ground High School strive for growth in our athletics programs. We are reaching out to our student-athletes, families, and community to help gather feedback for our winter sports programs. Please fill out the form attached to have your commentary included in our results!"

Student Survey: Click here for link

Parent/Community Survey: Click her for link

Our next class starts on July 14, 2025. We are consistently receiving a larger-than-normal application volume for the next class. Admission to the program is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accepting applications NOW.

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WHAT WE DO

The Mission of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy is to provide a highly disciplined, safe, and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational level and employment potential and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.

The Academy envisions a world where young adults are equipped and respected as equal partners in building resilience in their families and communities. This is a FREE Life Intervention-Credit Retrieval program where any eligible resident of Washington state willing to live in housing provided on campus in Bremerton, Washington for five months can immerse themselves in a focused approach for getting back on track in school and better equipped for life.

Cadets tell their story (Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy)

Campus Tour. Here is a great resource for youth and families that are considering the WYCA. Washington Youth Challenge Academy Campus Tour

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.

The Battle Ground school board recently approved the 2025-26 academic calendar. Here are some of the key dates:

• First day of school - Tuesday, Aug. 26

• Thanksgiving Break - Nov. 26-28

• Winter Break - Dec. 22, 2025, through Jan. 2, 2026

• Spring Break - April 6-10

• Last day of school (weather dependent) - Wednesday, June 10, 2026

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

Battle Ground Public Schools’ Family and Community Resource Center helps meet the needs of families facing challenges. As a donation based program, the FCRC relies on our community to help fill the shelves and those shelves are emptying fast. Right now, they have severe needs for items including soap, hygiene products, socks, underwear and more.

View a list and information on how to donate by visiting the district website.

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