Tiger News

Monday: Regular Schedule

Tuesday: Tiger Time Schedule

Wednesday: 1 Hour Late Start Wednesday

Thursday: Tiger Time Schedule

Friday: NO SCHOOL: Non Student Day

For our bell schedules, please click here.

• One-hour late starts: Oct. 9, 16, 23

• NO SCHOOL for students due to teacher training: Friday, Oct. 11, and Wednesday, Oct. 30

Hi Tiger Nation!

Tomorrow morning at 8am marks the next grade pull for Tiger Time. Students will be issued new statuses based on their current course grades; all C's or better is FLEX and any D's or F's is FOCUSED. Teachers will be sure grades are up to date and accurate, marking anything handed in but not yet graded as No Count (NC) so that students are not penalized.

What's new this go around is that FLEX students will be able to choose their FLEX location. On Monday, after announcements, students will receive a Google Form, asking them to make their selection. Spaces will close on the form when full. The locations are:

• Cafeteria/Lair (can eat in this location)
  
• Library (quiet study hall, no food or drink, must be seated)
  
• East Gym (no food or drink, basketball and volleyball open, can sit and socialize in bleachers)
  
• Upper Gym (no food or drink, can socialize, sit, and hang out with friends)
  

Students will report to these locations (unless they are working with a teacher) until the next grade pull. As we have max capacities in each area, and are tracking which students report where, we cannot accommodate changing locations.

We are excited to offer this choice to our students who have earned FLEX status. Those that are on FOCUSED status will report to their requesting teacher, or stay in 2nd period for study hall.

If you believe your status is an error- please check Skyward and talk with the teacher of whom you believe the error exists.

Thank you!

Have another beautiful week!
Ms. Ichi

We would love to honor all our BG Alumni at our Homecoming Football Game, Friday, October 25th. Please join us!

For BGHS students, the Homecoming Dance is Saturday, October 26th, 8-10pm in the Cage.

Tickets will go on sale for students in good standing (no outstanding discipline) on Monday, October 14th. Guest contracts will also be available for students wishing to bring another high school student from another school. More details to come with ticket information next week!

As cell phones aren't allowed in the classroom, we wanted to share how to access music from your Chromebooks.

Follow these steps to create your playlist!

1. Go to youtube.com

2. Login to your google account in the top right hand corner

3. In the search bar, type in the name of the song or artist you want to add to your playlist

4. When you find it, click the three dots on the right side.

5. Click “Save to Playlist”

• First time: click “+ New Playlist” and give it a title. Click create.

• Every other time, check the box for the name of your playlist and then hit X

1. Find your next song!

To access your playlist:

1. Click the “hamburger” (three lines) in the top left corner

2. Click “Playlists”

3. Pick your playlist!

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.

Picture retakes will be Thursday 10/10. If you need it order pictures please click this link.

Calling all Tigers... Do you love the outdoors? Would you like the opportunity to grow as a leader and mentor? Are you ready to lead 6th-grade students at a week-long Outdoor School?

Chief Umtuch Middle School would like to invite you to an informational meeting to learn how you can be the difference in the lives of middle school students by being a Counselor at the Chief Umtuch Outdoor School. Please attend an information meeting during lunch on October 18th in the Battle Ground High School Library. Applications will be accepted 10/18-11/22

Just a reminder you need to bring your chrombook to school everyday and make sure it is fully charged.

Are you passionate about our democracy and/or our veterans? It is time for the annual Veterans of Foreign Wars Essay Contest.

There is an essay contest for:

• Grade 5: How Should Our Veteran Be Treated?
• Grades 6-8: My Voice In America's Democracy
• Grades 9-12: Is America Today Our Forefathers' Vision?

The deadline is October 31st. Please click this link for the applicaton form.

The University of Washington will be in the College and Career Center on Monday, October 14 at 9 AM. Interested students must obtain a pass before the day of the event.

The University of Portland is hosting a full visitation days that consists of an admissions information session, an opportunity to visit with representatives from a student’s major of interest, a current student panel, and a tour. The events will happen October 11th and November 11th from 9 AM - 2:30 PM.

Battle Ground High School is hosting a Post Secondary College Fair on Monday, October 21, from 9 AM - 11 AM. Students will be able to meet over 60 representatives from two and four-year colleges, apprenticeship programs, trade schools, and the military. BGHS students are invited to attend. Please Click this link to see the list of representatives.

Seniors and families are encouraged to attend the Financial Aid A-Z workshops and learn about paying for college. The flier has the specific dates and information.

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. We take payments via card, cash, and checks. Please come to the ASB window to purchase before school, during lunch, or after school. You may also purchase the yearbook online via InTouch at this website: https://wa-battleground.intouchreceipting.com/ Log in with your students 7-digit ID number and last name as your password (1st letter capitalized). Yearbooks will be distributed this spring (a change over last year) and supplements with spring events will be available in the fall for pick up).

Senior Pictures:

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
• Link to submit your photos

Click the link (click here) 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!

Get ready for our Poinsettia Fundraiser starting mid-October, just in time for the holidays! These beautiful plants make perfect decorations and gifts, adding a festive touch to any home or business. Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks!

• Parking passes are completely sold out. Parents and Students. Please be aware students cannot park on campus or they will be fined. They need to be mindful about parking in the community, as some areas ticket and even tow.
• Purchase your ASB card at the window in the cafeteria for only $35. An ASB card is required to participate in sports or are in a club. You also receive discounts on dances, yearbook, and your ASB card gets you into all our home athletics games for free (card must be physically present...no screen shots or pictures).
• Your BGHS Athletics/ASB team will be out of the office for off campus, all-day training on Tuesday, October 22nd. Thank you for your understanding and patience while we are closed.

Monday 10/7

• Tennis vs. Union at 3:30 PM @BGHS
• Softball vs. Kelso at 4:00 PM @BGHS
• JV Football vs. Chief Sealth at 4:00 PM @CSHS
• C Team Soccer vs. Skyview at 4:00 PM @ BGHS
• JV Soccer vs. Skyview at 5:00 PM @BGHS
  
• Varsity Soccer vs. Skyview at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Tuesday 10/8

• Softball vs. Kelso at 4:00 PM @KHS

Wednesday 10/9

• Tennis vs. Camas at 3:30 PM @CHS
• C Team Football vs. Woodland at 4:00 PM @ BGHS
• C Team Soccer vs. Union at 4:00 PM @ BGHS
• Swimming vs. Hockinson at 5:00 PM @Golds

Thursday 10/10

• JV Football vs. Mountainside - OR at 4:00 PM @MSHS
  
• Softball vs. Mark Morris at 4:00/5:30 PM @BGHS
• JV Soccer vs. Union at 5:00 PM @BGHS
  
• Varsity Soccer vs. Union at 7:00 PM @BGHS

Friday 10/11

• No School
• Varsity Football vs. WF West at 7:00 PM @WFWHS
  

Saturday 10/12

• Cross Country Fall Classic in Tacoma at 9:00 AM

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

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 conducting a ThoughtExchange to gather your ideas about student use of cellphones during school, school start times, school libraries and more. Your input will help guide future decisions on these topics. The ThoughtExchange will include both survey questions and opportunities for you to write in your own ideas. At the end, you can submit more ideas and rank those submitted by other people. Participation is anonymous.

Join the ThoughtExchange now. The deadline is Friday, Oct. 18.

Parents/guardians of students who receive special education services or are on 504 plans are invited to apply to join a new parent advisory group. This is a great opportunity to share your insights and ideas on how to enhance educational experiences for students with special needs. If you are interested in participating, please take a few minutes to apply online by Monday, Oct. 14.

Visit the Safety Study Hall website, a place for schools, students, and families to learn about safety topics.

This year, Battle Ground Public Schools joins most Southwest Washington schools and districts in using the Standard Response Protocol for emergencies. Depending on the situation, a school will be placed in a hold, secure, lockdown, evacuation or shelter. See what these terms mean. This common language helps schools, first responders and the community communicate clearly and effectively to reduce misunderstandings in emergency situations.

Attend the upcoming College and Career Fair to learn about apprenticeship programs, trade schools, military branches and colleges.

Prairie H.S. commons

Monday, Oct. 21, 2024

5–7 p.m.

Financial aid workshop 5:30–6:30 p.m. in college and career center.

All students and their families, regardless of what school or district they attend, are welcome. This event is open to the public.

Thank you for working to maintain your child’s attendance. 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. Read more.

Please be aware that free and reduced-price meal benefits (now known as the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit Application) will expire on Wednesday, Oct. 9, for students who have not renewed their application from last year. Families must apply for meal benefits each year to continue receiving lunch and breakfast at a reduced rate, or to maintain access to free or reduced activity fees with the added completion of a consent to share form. Only one application is required for each family, and the information is always confidential.

You can reapply for meal benefits by:

• Completing the meal application online through Skyward

• Picking up a meal benefits application at your child’s school and returning it.

• Print an application (available in English |Español | русский) and return it to your child's school or the district office located in Building A of the CASEE campus at 11104 NE 149th St. in Brush Prairie.

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.

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