This week’s News to Know
Feb. 26, 2024
One-hour late start on Wednesday, Feb. 28
Schools will begin an hour late on Wednesday, Feb. 28, to allow time for teachers to work together to implement best practices of high-quality instruction. Students will be released at normal times.
Snow makeup day March 15
Due to inclement weather that resulted in schools closing earlier this school year, Friday, March 15 will be used as a snow makeup day. This means all students will attend a full day of school on Friday, March 15.
The district is still waiting for guidance regarding potential waivers for the end of the school year. Please watch for updates. Important dates such as snow makeup days, late-start Wednesdays and graduation dates are available on the district’s academic calendar.
Enrollment is open for district’s alternative learning experience programs
Battle Ground Public Schools’ specialized and alternative learning experience programs are accepting enrollment applications for the 2024-25 school year. The district offers specialized and alternative programs for students in kindergarten through high school.
- Character and Academics for the Marketplace (CAM) Academy – A grades 3-12 school focusing on English language arts, history, science, math and instruction in computer technology.
- Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) – A half-day program focused on science, technology, engineering and math on an 80-acre learning campus in Brush Prairie.
- Summit View High School – An individualized learning environment for students from ages 14-21 focusing on reaching graduation.
- Open Doors GED – A program through Summit View High School for students ages 16-21 who are behind in credits and want to earn their GED.
- River HomeLink – An accredited public school providing parent-partnered educational options and support for students.
- Battle Ground Virtual Academy – In fall 2023, the program formerly named River Online was launched as a new, independent school for online learning. BGVA provides a high-quality online learning experience where students are assigned a teacher with whom they and their parents meet regularly. Parents and guardians also play an active role in their child’s online education. Families who are interested in attending BGVA should complete the online interest form to begin the enrollment process.
Learn more about each program and how to enroll.
Calling next year’s kindergartners!
That’s right, it’s time to enroll next year’s kindergartners! Any child who will be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2024, is eligible to enter kindergarten in the fall. Parents will need proof of their child’s birth date (such as a birth certificate) and a signed and completed Washington state certificate of immunization status form or a completed certificate of exemption form. The state of Washington now requires that immunization records be medically verified. Enroll now to make sure your child can attend kindergarten orientation in the spring.
Transitional Kindergarten
Battle Ground Public Schools also offers Transitional Kindergarten for children who will turn 4 years old by Aug. 31 and meet certain eligibility requirements. Visit our Transitional Kindergarten webpage to learn more about the program and fill out an online eligibility form by June 12. Families will be notified by the end of June regarding their eligibility status.
Questions about curriculum?
We value partnerships with parents and guardians, and believe in working together to provide a quality education for each student. If you have questions about teaching or learning materials, please contact your child’s school. We are happy to share information regarding what your child is learning. Thank you for your collaboration.
Start planning for 2024-25 with the High School Course Guide
It’s time for students in grades 8-11 to start looking ahead to next year. Forecasting is the process of using Skyward to sign up for the high school classes that a student wants to take next year. To help you prepare, we are making the 2024-25 High School Course Guide available to families. The guide lists all the courses available at Battle Ground’s high schools, as well as graduation requirements, specialized programs and dual credit opportunities. A course plan worksheet is also available to help you sketch out a four-year plan.
High school open houses for current eighth graders
Battle Ground and Prairie high schools will be hosting next year’s ninth grade students and their parents/guardians at open houses in March. Watch for further details from your child’s middle school.
Prairie High School Future Falcon Night:
Tuesday, March 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Battle Ground High School Future Tiger Night:
Thursday, March 14, 6-7 p.m.
DISTRICT NEWS
Students throughout the district celebrate “100 days smarter”
Students across the district celebrated their 100th day of school this week. At Tukes Valley Primary, kindergarten students sang an original song for visiting parents, then held a fashion show featuring shirts adorned with 100 items, such as butterfly pins, googly eyes, hearts, stickers and more.
At other schools, students dressed up as centenarians (people who are at least 100 years old), or held other events to mark 100 days. Check out the district’s Facebook page for some fun photos of the celebration.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
2024-25 school calendar
The 2024-25 academic calendar is now available for next school year. Here are some of the key dates:
- First day of school: Tuesday, Aug. 27
- Kindergarten Smart Start begins: Tuesday, Sept. 3
- Thanksgiving break: Nov. 27-29
- Winter break: Dec. 23, 2024, through Jan. 3, 2025
- Spring break: Monday, March 31, through Friday, April 4
- Last day of school: Tuesday, June 10 (assuming no added days for weather-related closures)
NOTE: Additional in-service dates may be added following approval from the state superintendent’s office. Russian and Spanish-language versions will be released soon.
Report incidents anonymously with SafeSchools
Please report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Emergencies should always be reported to 911. Learn more about emergency procedures and safety protocols.
UPCOMING CALENDAR
- Monday, Feb. 26: School board meeting, 6 p.m. at the Lewisville campus and streaming online
- Wednesday, Feb. 28: One-hour late start
COMMUNITY EVENTS
- Fourth graders: Apply for a free federal park pass
- Tigerland Preschool open house: Thursday, Feb. 29, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Pop Warner spring flag football: Practices start March 25
- Cheerleading skills clinic with Coach Megan: Saturday, March 9 and 23
- Chair exercise classes: Wednesdays in March, 1-2 p.m. at the Lewisville campus
- View the full community calendar
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