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Congratulations to CAM Academy class of 2026! You have crossed the finish line of a journey defined by rigorous learning, critical inquiry, and persistent dedication. By successfully completing your coursework and senior projects, you have demonstrated the intellectual strength and character that will serve you well in the years to come.🎓 Battle Ground Public Schools is incredibly proud of all of you. Go CAM Academy panthers! Well done!

about 9 hours ago, Jenna Buescher-Hill
Valedictorian speaks at the podium
Laughing student in cap and gown
A proud young man holds up his diploma on the stage during graduation
A proud young woman shows off her cap which says "oh the places you will go"
A group of young grads hug
A man and his mom and dad smiling outside with a cloudy sky
A young dad and his daughter at graduation
A young woman holds a giant bouquet of flowers
A young woman is standing with her mom and dad with greenery in the background
A rainbow and a happy arms wide open graduate smiles for her family member taking a photo of her

The 🎓 have been tossed and a new chapter has begun for the Prairie High School class of 2026! We are proud to celebrate these Falcons' dedication, resilience and accomplishments. Each student has left their mark, and we look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the years ahead. Thank you to our families, staff and community for helping make graduation a memorable celebration. Best wishes to these students as they pursue their dreams!

3 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Graduates toss their caps into the air.
A graduate enters District Stadium
A graduate smiles while entering District Stadium
A graduate smiles while entering District Stadium
A grad smiles and points during the ceremony.
Students smile while listening to a speaker
A grad smiles after receiving a diploma.
Grads take selfies while waiting to receive their diploma.
A grad grins at the camera during the ceremony.
A collage of grad caps showcasing creativity and optimism for the future.

Can you believe school is almost out for the summer?!
Still looking for fun activities for the kids?
Check out BGCE's summer camps under the Summer Camps 2026 tab on our website BGCE Website Link.
Some of our camps start as early as June 15th!

4 days ago, Battle Ground Community Education
BGCE Summer Camps 2026
As the Battle Ground High School class of 2026 celebrated last night, they stepped into a future filled with new opportunities and dreams that are ready to be pursued. The ceremony may be over, but the impact these graduates will have on our community and beyond is just beginning. Whether their next step is a job, military service, training program, college or something entirely their own, we know they will carry the spirit of Battle Ground with them. Congratulations, Tigers! Your next chapter is beginning. 🎓🐅
4 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
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grad hat close up
celebrating graduation
emotional photo of young grad
young family celebrating graduation
Last night was a wonderful celebration of River HomeLink's class of 2026! 🎓 🎉 We are so proud of each graduate and all that they have accomplished. Thank you to the families, friends, supporters and staff members who joined the grads in recognition of this milestone. Congratulations, class of 2026—we can't wait to see where your next chapter takes you!
5 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Grads await their chance to move their tassel from one side to another, indicating that they have graduated.
A collection of grad caps with messages expressing students' plans for their future, whimsy and optimsim
A grad waves at the crowd
A grad waves after receiving a diploma
A grad smiles after crossing the stage
A grad beams while holding a diploma
A grad proudly smiles upon receiving recognition
Grads enter District Stadium
A grad smiles after receiving a diploma
Teachers clap for the class of 2026

Upcoming listening session
67th annual District Art Show
Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
Kids Cooking Camp serves up culinary lessons, life skills 
Accolades and accomplishments
Hiring health services and nursing supervisor
New episode of the BG CAST
Read the May 2026 Bulletin

12 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Student artwork of an elephant cross the plains
Amboy Middle School students march in the Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
Student rolls a loaf of bread during the Kids Cooking Camp
Students pose for a photo at the 2026 Apprenticeship Signing Day
Vacant position open until filled. Health services and nursing supervisor. battlegroundps.org/bgps-jobs/ Battle Ground, WA
Itzel Contreras Montiel and the district's board of directors
A collage of staff members who have recently received awards or been recognized for accomplishments

Community support propels schools
Chief Umtuch Middle School students qualify for state History Day competition
Class of 2026 graduation information
Student accomplishments
And more!
Read the April 2026 BGPS Bulletin.

about 1 month ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Chief Umtuch Middle School students who competed in state History Day
Chief Umtuch Middle School students who competed in state History Day
Collage of student artwork.
A grad cap that reads, "This is my dream. I'll decide where it goes from here!"
AFJROTC students give the camera a thumbs up.
Supporters and volunteers at Cram the Cruiser
Battle Ground High School advanced culinary arts students

🧑‍🍳Young chefs shine in culinary showcase
🏆CAM Academy wins state championship
⭐Battle Ground students recognized for leadership
👏Accolades and accomplishments from around the district
📅Upcoming events
🗣️Board of directors update and budget information
Read the March 2026 issue of the BGPS Bulletin.

3 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
The student-chefs who participated in the 2026 Discovery Kitchen Cook-off
A staff member assists a student with slicing a muffin
A judge tastes the personal biscuit pizza
A student fills a muffin tin
A student smiles at the camera while making their dish
The winner of the 2026 Discovery Kitchen Cookoff
A student tries on a chef's hat

Is your 3rd - 8th grader interested in basketball? We have a skills clinic that start this Sunday, March 1st and a Spring Basketball League that starts the week of March 23rd.
How about your Kinder - 4th grader? We have an after school program that starts at most schools the week of April 13th.
Please see our website for more information. bgce.battlegroundps.org

3 months ago, Battle Ground Community Education

In the February 2026 BGPS Bulletin
*Listening sessions on budget cuts
*Working better together at any age
*Celebrating Career and Technical Education in Battle Ground
*Celebrating Black History Month
*11th annual Industry Fair a success
*Enrollment for specialized, alternative learning programs
*Awards, accomplishments and more!
Read the issue now.

3 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A vendor speaks with an attendee at the 2026 Industry Fair
A student performer in costume for Matilda the Musical
A student works on a machine
A high school student counts with kindergarten-age children.

In the January 2026 BGPS Bulletin:
➡️On your ballot: Replacement levy for student educational programs and operations
🔎See the facts about district budget, priorities
📰Read the latest issue of Your Battle Ground Public Schools, a student publication
🎨Laurin Middle School, Prairie High School students earn art awards
🗣️Battle Ground High School student competes in regional Poetry Out Loud contest
⭐January 2026 Employee Recognition Awards
🍳Battle Ground students featured on Our Future, Our Schools
🔤Transitional Kindergarten shines in Battle Ground
💲School finance 101: Unfunded mandates
🤝School board meeting updates
📋Industry Fair returns Feb. 19
🔨Work continues on new Battle Ground Virtual Academy
🤼BGPS wrestlers dominate Clark County Championships
Read the issue now.

4 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
January 2026 Employee Recognition Award recipients
A Transitional Kindergarten student smiles at the camera
Students create pavolva in the in the advanced culinary arts class
Wrestlers display their trophy
Public speaking isn't easy, but these students aced it! Representing the Transitional Kindergarten program, the students spoke to the BGPS board of directors during the recent board meeting. They shared what they like about school and what they're learning. Great job, students! And thank you to the teacher and parents who helped make it possible.
5 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Transitional Kindergarten students and their teachers.
Congratulations to the students from Laurin Middle School and Prairie High School who earned awards in the student art contest at the 2026 Rose City Classic Dog Show! 🐾
🌟Kaia-Lynn, second place in the 9th & 10th grade category
🌟Aria B., honorable mention in the 7th & 8th grade category
🌟Daria L. and Lacey H., honorable mentions in the 5th & 6th grade category
The theme of this year's contest was "Dogs at play." Let's give these students a round of a-paws!
5 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Student artwork of a dog
Student artwork of two dogs napping
Student artwork of a dog and a guitar
Student artwork of a dog chasing a frisbee through a puddle

What's happening in BGPS schools? Read the December 2025 BGPS Bulletin for details on the upcoming replacement levy, November employee awards, school finance, board meeting updates, all-league teams and more. Check it out now.

6 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground High School Unified Bowler
Battle Ground High School Unified Bowlers
Battle Ground High School Unified Bowlers
Battle Ground High School Unified Bowlers
Attendees at the 2024 BGPS Industry Fair
November 2025 Employee Recognition Award recipients
Outgoing directors Ted Champine, Mary Snitily and Jackie Maddux

The November 2025 BGPS Bulletin is here! Check out the issue for stories and information about Veterans Day, state funding gaps, electricity projects, student theater performances, school board meeting updates and more. Read the issue now.

7 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A classroom door decorated with messages encouraging a drug-free lifestyle.
Student demonstrate donated items above. Below, students display their electricity projects.
Above: Battle Ground High School's cheer squad. Below: River HomeLink students display their prizes for their award-winning artwork.

Check out the October 2025 BGPS Bulletin:
👏Employee Recognition Award recipients
💲School finance 101: How spending is tracked and monitored
👕Clothes Closet is ready for students, families
🎨Students, staff member contribute to Salmon Creek mural project
✨Middle school student leaders convene for skill building and fun
🏐Catch fall sports broadcasts
🏦Prairie H.S. celebrates new student-run credit union branch
🤝October school board meeting updates
🏗️Construction starts on new home for Battle Ground Virtual Academy
Read the issue now.

7 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Children's clothing
Battle Ground Public Schools' October Employee Recognition Award recipients
Students from Chief Umtuch Middle School
Students paint a mural
Celebrating the ribbon cutting of a new student-run credit union branch
Construction on the new BGVA
Student leaders from middle schools across Clark County, including Chief Umtuch, Daybreak, Tukes Valley and Pleasant Valley, came together last week for Fall Leadership Day. Hosted by the Association of Washington Student Leaders, this event was a chance to build connections, share ideas and create plans to strengthen school culture. What an inspiring day of leadership, teamwork and growth! 💪
8 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Student leaders from Tukes Valley Middle School.
Student leaders from Chief Umtuch Middle School.
Student leaders from Pleasant Valley Middle School.
Student leaders from Daybreak Middle School.

The September 2025 BGPS Bulletin is here!
🛝Tukes Valley Primary receives new playground equipment
💲School finance 101: Where the money comes from
🏈See pictures from the inaugural Battle Ground legacy night
📺Watch fall sports broadcasts
🎨Dot Day makes a mark at Pleasant Valley Middle School
🤝September school board meeting updates
💻Watch a discussion about AI in education
🤗Battle Ground Education Foundation annual fundraising gala
Read the issue now.

9 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Staff and alumni gather for Battle Ground legacy night
An art teacher show Pleasant Valley Middle School's new installation.
A student plays on Tukes Valley Primary's new zip line.

In this episode, hear how Summit View High School alum Katie Bauer started working at Detroit Pizza at age 16 and is now a part-owner of the restaurant. Later, Laura Fiksdal and Russ Kallwick of Chartwells, the district's nutrition services provider, talk about how they serve thousands of students daily.

9 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
BG CAST episode 46: School meals + Summit View HS alum succeeds in business

One-hour late start on Sept. 10
The importance of regular attendance
Join the Citizens Advisory Committee
Mental health support
Calling all alums and staff: Battle Ground legacy night 9/19
Fall sports broadcasts
SAT, PSAT and more standardized tests
Help review potential new textbook for natural resources science class
Read the news to know for Sept. 8, 2025.

9 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
News to know for Sept. 8, 2025