This week’s News to Know
Dec. 11, 2023
One-hour late start on Wednesday, Dec. 13
Schools will begin an hour late on Wednesday, Dec. 13, to allow time for teachers to work together to implement best practices of high-quality instruction. Students will be released at normal times.
Classroom assistant hiring event
Battle Ground Public Schools is looking for paraeducators to help support teachers in classrooms. If you are interested in applying, attend our upcoming hiring event on Jan. 25. Previous teaching/classroom experience or a teaching degree is not required for most positions.
We are also looking for licensed practical nurses and registered behavior technicians and substitute teachers.
When: Thursday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: CASEE A, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA 98606
RSVP not required
Learn more. Want to apply sooner? View all of our openings, including substitute positions, coaching positions, maintenance and more.
Capital levy information
Battle Ground Public Schools will have a three-year capital levy on the Feb. 13, 2024, special election ballot. Over the next two months, we will be providing facts about the levy here and on the district website.
Fact #3: The levy would increase access to hands-on learning in high-demand industries
Capital levy funding would be used, in part, to expand construction trades, culinary arts and health sciences programs in high school. This would include updated equipment, additional class space and enhanced coordination with local employers who provide work-based learning and dual credit opportunities for students.
Attend an upcoming community presentation on the levy
Voters will have an opportunity to learn about the levy in upcoming community presentations that will share facts about the levy.
- Thursday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Lewisville Campus, Room C-26, 406 NW Fifth Ave., Battle Ground, WA. This is an in-person presentation.
- Monday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Webinar (link to join)
Both presentations are open to the public.
Winter holiday schedule
Schools will be closed for winter break and the New Year’s holiday starting Monday, Dec. 18, through Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. School will resume on Tuesday, Jan. 2.
Right At School winter camps–CANCELED
Update, Dec. 11: Right at School winter camps have been canceled due to low enrollment.
Registration is open for Right At School winter camps happening Dec. 18-22 and Dec. 27-29. The theme of this year’s camps is “Gadgets and Gizmos.” Keep your child’s creativity going strong during the winter break as they design, develop and build clever contraptions under the supervision of Right At School’s trained educators. Both camps will be held at Captain Strong Primary from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The cost is $50 per day. Visit the Right At School website for more information on signing up.
Dual credit information night is Tuesday, Jan. 23
Battle Ground Public School is hosting a virtual presentation via Zoom to provide information about dual credit for all students and families, eighth through 11th grades, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 4-5 p.m. Dual credit provides students with the potential to earn high school and college credit at the same time. Information will include Running Start at Clark College, Cascadia Tech Academy (Skills Center), career and technical education dual credit, work-based learning, College in the High School and Advanced Placement classes. If you have any questions, contact Work-Based Learning Coordinator Kris Neal via email at neal.kris@battlegroundps.org.
Celebrate 30 years of River HomeLink!
River HomeLink, the district’s homeschool-partnership program, is turning 30! To celebrate, we’re inviting the public to a free event on Tuesday, Jan. 30, from 4-6 p.m. Hear from some of the school’s original teachers and students, view memorabilia and artifacts and enjoy fun activities. River HomeLink is located at 610A SW Eaton Blvd. in Battle Ground. We hope to see you there!
Seeking employers for Industry Fair
Calling all businesses! Reserve a table at this free annual event that draws hundreds of students, families and community members actively seeking career opportunities or wanting to learn about local employers. The event is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15, at Battle Ground High School. Register now.
Get help with applying for college financial aid
Seniors and families looking for help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or the Washington Application for State Financial Aid can attend one of three upcoming in-person events:
Jan. 4, 2024: Battle Ground High School, 3-6 p.m.
Jan. 10, 2024: Battle Ground High School, 3-6 p.m.
Jan. 16, 2024: Prairie High School, 3-6 p.m.
At least three days prior to attending one of these events, parents/guardians and students must each set up an account by creating a FSA ID.
DISTRICT NEWS
Battle Ground school board recognized as Board of Distinction
Battle Ground Public Schools’ board of directors has once again been recognized as one of 34 Boards of Distinction for 2023-24 by the Washington State School Directors Association. Battle Ground was one of 14 boards recognized in the large district category (more than 9,000 students) and the only Clark County district to receive the honor this year. This is the fourth time in the past seven years the Battle Ground school board has received this award.
The Battle Ground board of directors was selected for its leadership of efforts to improve outcomes for each student. This work included approval of new curricula for English language arts, social studies and social and emotional learning. The new curricula replaced outdated materials and is designed to provide greater consistency throughout students’ time in school.
Prairie senior’s project adds new seating to outside of school
When Prairie High School senior and student body president Isabelle Morrell noticed some of the benches out in front of the school were getting a bit worn out, she decided to do something about it. “The concrete benches would fill up with water,” Morrell said, “and it just felt like a bad experience to me. I wanted coming to Prairie to be a good experience, so I started thinking about opportunities to change things.”
Morrell approached Principal Susannah Woehr with the idea of having new benches built. The school’s welding class took on the task of making frames for the benches and then Morrell and her dad added the wood at his workshop. “It actually makes me want to do even more for my school and more for the Associated Student Body to help make things better,” Morrell said.
Read more about the project on the district website.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
2023-24 snow routes and weather information
You can view snow routes for the 2023-24 school year on the district website. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our winter weather guide (Español) (русский) and note whether your child’s school is in the north or south part of the district. Now is also a great time to verify that your contact information is up-to-date in Skyward (Family Access). On weather-impacted days, calls may begin going out as early as 5:30 a.m.
To learn about weather-related closures or delays, you can also call our information line at 360-885-5343 to check after 5:30 a.m. Additional weather information will be available on the district website and Facebook.
Employee Recognition Award
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.
Report incidents anonymously with SafeSchools
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.
UPCOMING CALENDAR
- Monday, Dec. 11: School board special and regular meeting, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Lewisville campus and streaming online
- Wednesday, Dec. 13: One-hour late start
- Dec. 18 through Jan. 1: Winter break/New Year’s (no school). School will resume Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
- BG Community Ed: After school indoor soccer league (grades K-4)
- Glenwood Little League: Register for early bird pricing by Dec. 31
- View the full community calendar
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