BHS Community Newsletter ~ December 6, 2024

BHS chemistry students presented their research in the library earlier this week. This 2+ week research project is the culmination of their unit on the molecular properties of gases & earth's atmosphere.  

DISCOUNTED TICKETS are on sale now through December 9:

* With ASB Membership: $30

* Without ASB Membership: $40

After December 9 through January 10, tickets prices are as follows:

* With ASB Membership: $35

* Without ASB Membership: $45

Purchase tickets early online here to take advantage of the discount.

Guest forms are due by January 7.

Financial Aid - Two-Part Series

Presented by Promise Partner of Kitsap Strong

 

If you missed the first session on November 13th here is a link to the presentation: Financial Aid 101

 

Session Two - FAFSA Completion Support

December 11th @ 6:00 pm in the BHS Library Reading Room 

This session is designed for students/families that need help completing the FAFSA. Bring your laptop and questions. 

Note: In order to access the FAFSA application students AND parents must first create an FSA ID. Click here to get started.

The high school counselors are excited to share that we will be offering small group counseling to our sophomore students after winter break.

What is group counseling? Group counseling is a form of counseling where a small group of people (8-10) meet regularly to discuss, interact, and explore problems with each other and the group leader. Group counseling seeks to give students a safe and comfortable place on campus to learn strategies and skills, connect with other students or discuss topics of mutual concern in a confidential setting. Members gain insight into their own thoughts and be­havior, and offer suggestions and support to others. It's also a fun way to meet new people and not feel alone. :)

The group sessions will be offered on a weekly basis (about 6-8 sessions). They'll be during a class period but on a rotating schedule so you won't miss the same class period every time.

After we receive the responses, a counselor will call the student down to see if this is a good fit.

Are you interested? Students only (using their Frogrock email) will need to fill-out this Google Form by Wednesday, December 11th.

Since we didn't have CCS time last Tuesday (due to the wind storm and subsequent change of class schedule), the Grade 11 College Planning presentation was postponed until Tuesday, January 28th from 10:30-11:30. If you signed-up on the Google form already, there's nothing more you need to do. If you haven't signed-up yet, please do so by filling out this Google Form before 1:30 pm on Monday, January 27th.

For students and families that would like to move forward, please read this College Application and Admissions Timeline article that goes over what you should be doing now.

We also developed this activity, How to Create a Great College List, that will help you compile a preliminary list of colleges. It includes a video that walks you through the activity, a self-assessment, and resources so you can start researching colleges on your own. We recommend completing this over winter break.

It is not too late to sign up for Worksite Learning and earn high school credit while working outside of school hours. If you are 16 years or older and hold a job where you are supervised and receive proof of hours worked, have taken a CTE class or are currently enrolled in one then you may be eligible. Please visit Ms. Hermanson in the Career Center for more information or click here to learn more.

We’ve been working hard to support teachers and staff through grants, and your donations have made a significant impact! Thanks to your generosity, we’ve funded the curriculum for all physics classes and provided biotech equipment that will enhance the learning experience for more than 800 life science students. This year, to better meet the needs of teachers, grants are available on a rolling basis. Your continued support is deeply appreciated—it makes all the difference!

The CCS teachers have created an Amazon Wishlist for a fun winter project for the students! Thanks to your generosity, there are only a few items left! 

SAVE THE DATE ~ GRAD NIGHT OUT 2025: Grad Night Out (GNO) is a once-in-a-lifetime graduation event! GNO is not a school sponsored event. It is sponsored and planned by senior parents. The venues are "Top Secret" but the activities are not! We have planned a fantastic night filled with dancing, music, games, entertainment, surprises, and food. NO ONE should miss this memorable opportunity! ALL 2025 BISD Grads are invited! More details can be found here as well through the GNO website.

The Class of 2025 is selling plaid pajama pants to raise money for prom. The pants are blue and white plaid and say "Roll Sparty" down the leg. You can order them on the online payment site for $35. You will be asked to select your size when you check out.

The sale will last until winter break. Pajama pants will be distributed in the month of January.

16-20: BISD Spirit Week

19: Winter Band Concert

23: Winter Break Begins (School Resumes on January 6, 2025)