BHS Community Newsletter ~ March 5, 2026

Today, students participated in the Beyond BHS Career & College Fair, an event designed to introduce them to the many opportunities available after graduation. They met with representatives from two‑ and four‑year colleges (public, private, in‑state, and out‑of‑state), apprenticeship programs, local employers, and military pathways.

This evening, we will host sessions for families. If you’re unable to attend, resources are available on the BHS Counseling page: https://bhs.bisd303.org/98116_3

As we move into longer days and the clocks spring forward, we often see student behavior relax a bit. Please remind your student that arriving to class on time matters—teachers share important information at the start of class, and late arrivals are disruptive. Also, a reminder that cell phones should not be out during instructional time. We have also seen an increase in food deliveries (Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc.) to the school. This has created challenges for our office staff. Beginning on Monday, March 9, we will no longer accept food deliveries. All deliveries will be turned away at the BHS Main Office. I am amazed by the culinary services here at BHS, and they offer a wide variety of great options for students.

The Spring Highly Capable referral window will close on March 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM. This is the final week to submit referrals.

Important Information: Students in grades K-1, 3-4, 6–11 may be referred by parents/guardians, teachers, or community members if they were not new to the district in the fall.

If you are considering a referral, please be sure to submit all materials before the March 6th deadline. Late referrals cannot be accepted.

For full details and to access the referral form, please visit:

Families of 9th-11th graders: Please remind your students that course requests will close on Monday, March 9th at 9 am. Students need to choose their classes for the 2026-27 school year using their Skyward account. All course descriptions and important information regarding this process can be found here.

Class of 2027: Counselors will be sending a calendar link to all juniors in late March to sign up for their Junior Conference. At this meeting, counselors will review the student’s graduation checklist, senior schedule and guidance on their post high school plans with a suggested summer To-Do list. We look forward to this one on one time with our juniors! 

Seniors, Cap & Gown Distribution Day is next Friday, March 13 between 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM. If you won't be on campus next week, a friend or family member can pick up your order for you.

If you haven't placed your order through Jostens yet, it is not too late. Your items may not arrive by next week's Distribution Day, but there is still plenty of time to order before graduation. Remember, we have lots of gowns, and even some caps, available to borrow. Come to the BHS Main Office to check one out.

We are seeing an uptick in cases of influenza since the return from break. Flu is a common seasonal illness that spreads easily in school settings, especially during the winter months. Symptoms may include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, fatigue, and sometimes nausea or vomiting.

We ask families to please keep students home if they are experiencing flu-like symptoms and until they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication. Practicing good hand hygiene, covering coughs and sneezes, and staying home when sick are the best ways to help prevent further spread.

If you have questions or concerns about your student’s symptoms, please contact your healthcare provider or the BHS Health Room Nurses. 

Thank you for helping keep our school community healthy.

Karin Penn, RN and Emily Candalaria, RN

(206) 780-1267

BHS-Nurses@bisd303.org

The BHS PTSO is hosting our annual Pi Day Luncheon for teachers and staff on Friday, March 13 (since “3.14” falls on Saturday this year). You can help by bringing a lunch item, volunteering, or making a donation. Every contribution helps us show appreciation for the amazing teachers and staff who support our students every day.

Ways to help:

Thank you for helping us make it a Pi Day to remember! 💙💛

The SBA for Math and ELA is scheduled for Tuesday May 5th through Friday May 8th. These assessments are required for 10th grade students.  

Any students in 11th grade who require passage of the SBA Math and/or ELA to meet the state graduation pathway requirement will also be offered the assessment at that time. If this affects your 11th grade student, you will receive direct communication about this requirement next week.  

The Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science is scheduled on Monday, May 18th and Tuesday, May 19th. This test is required for 11th grade students.

Check out the upcoming opportunities happening in the Career Center with more information linked above:

BOOK FINES: Clear or avoid fines by returning school books, sports team uniforms and materials no longer needed.

The online payment site lists overdue items as fines that will automatically be removed when items (returned in good condition) are scanned in at the library or paid for through the payment site.

FEE BASED CLASSES - Please check the online payment site to review and pay fees related to Science, Art, AP and Band classes. Semester 2 class fees are now loaded and ready for payment.

FEE WAIVER AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION - We would like ALL BISD high school students to have access to the many activities and academic opportunities that we offer at BHS. If your family is in need of financial assistance, information on how to access support can be found here on the BHS website.