The Panther Post Dailies
April 25, 2024
Character Strong trait for April: Courage
The Character Quote for the Day is:
“The greatest test of courage on earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.” – Robert Green Ingersoll
Important Dates
- Apr. 26 - Grades 3-6 Character Trait Recognition
- Apr. 26 - Earth Day - Gotsneakers collecting ends
- Apr. 29 - 4th Grade FT to Career Fair @ BGHS
- May 6-10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
- May 6-24 - SBAC Testing (see May testing calendar below for day/times)
- May 7 - Pizza Tuesday!
- May 7 - CAP General Meeting
- May 8-24 - AP Testing (see May testing calendar below for day/times)
- May 16 - Hands only CPR for grades 5-12
- May 17 - 3rd/4th Grade FT to Oregon Children's Theater
- May 17 - 5th Grade FT to Water Resource Center
- May 17 - 6th Grade FT to Columbia Gorge Museum & WA Shore Visitor Center
- May 21 - Pizza Tuesday!
- May 22 - Grades 3-8 Open House
- May 27 - Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
- May 31 - All School BBQ & Field Day
- June 4 - 5th-8th grade FT to Zoo
- June 4 - Pizza Tuesday!
- June 4 - CAP General Meeting
- June 4 - Spotlight on Students (HS)
- June 4 - Seniors Last Day (Congratulations!!)
- June 5 - NHS Blood Drive
- June 5 - Last day to purchase 2024 yearbooks
- June 7 - 3rd & 4th grade FT to OMSI
- June 7 - 8th Grade Celebration Party
- June 10 - CAM HS Graduation at PHS
- June 11 - 8th grade Recognition at Chief Umtuch
- June 14 - Early Release at 11:10 am
- June 17 - Early Release at 11:10 am
- June 17 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
- June 28 - Office closed for summer break
Student Services Quick Access
All School Building News
Gotsneakers? Earth Day Competition Extension
We are extending the collection time until April 26. Our goal was 200 pairs of used athletic shoes. They can be in any condition. We have collected 69 pairs at the halfway point. Some classrooms have 10 pairs but many have none. Whose classroom will win the ice cream party?
Primary
On Monday, April 29th, all BGPS 4th-grade students will have the opportunity to attend the Career Fair at Battle Ground High School.
The event will provide:
exposure to the idea of careers and their futures
awareness of numerous careers within our community
awareness of opportunities for career readiness skills within BGPS
opportunity for students to think and dream about their futures
Please complete the Parent Permission Form and return it to school by Friday, April 19, 2024, to allow your student to attend the Career Fair. Teachers will give students the permission form to take home for parents to fill out. Students not planning to attend the Career Fair will need to inform their primary school teacher. Only those students completing Parent Permission Forms will be attending the event. Permission Form Click HERE
3rd and 4th graders are going to the Oregon Children's Theater to see "She Persisted: The Musical" on May 17th at the Newmark Theater.
Cost: $10/per student / $13 per chaperone
This end-of-year celebration will be a joint field trip for all 3rd & 4th graders. Permission form & fee is to be turned in to Student Services by April 19.
Middle School
6th Grade Washington Shore Visitor Center/Columbia Gorge Museum FT on May 17 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. NO COST to student or chaperones. Ten chaperones needed. Permission slip due by April 26. Permission Slip CLICK HERE
MS students - We are going to the zoo on Tuesday, June 4th!
We are leaving at 10 am and coming back to school at 2 pm. Please make sure to mark off whether you would like a school lunch or you will bring your own lunch. Permission slips are due on Friday, May 3rd into the office. Permission Slip CLICK HERE
The MS 2024 Yearbook Sale
Students may purchase their 2024 yearbooks in the main office. The cost is $10 ($8 for yearbook staff members). The 2024 yearbooks will be given to the students at the end of the school year. Exact cash or checks made payable to CAM Academy. To buy one online Click HERE
Students may also purchase previous yearbooks dated 2023 and before for $5.00 in the office only.
Middle School Students:
Do you need to reach the school counselor? Students grades 6-12 that are on campus may reach Mrs. McCann by completing this form: CAM School Counselor Check in 23/24.
Are you in need of prayer? Christian Students United (CSU) has placed pray request boxes in the rooms of Mrs. Harpe and Mr. Rowe. There is one box for 7th/8th grade and one for high school in each room. Please feel free to write out a prayer request and slip in in the appropriate box. CSU will be praying for these requests every week!
Next MS ASB Meeting: Tuesday, Apr. 23
Next MS Yearbook Meeting: Thursdays, Apr. 25
High School
High School Prom
Dust off your denim and put on your boots to join us at the Red Barn in Woodland, WA, on May 18 for a night filled with rustic elegance. The cost is $25 and is open to Sophomores through Seniors. One guest is allowed per student. The dress code is formal and the district dress code applies. Don’t forget to wear your western-themed clothing! Freshmen are allowed if invited by one of the older students. Buy your tickets between April 19 - May 17, 2024.
Guest Permission Slip Click HERE
Address for the Red Barn: 1605 Caples Rd. Woodland, WA 98674
Attention 10th grade students. If you would like to be considered for the school board as a student representative please consider applying for this position. The first step is to express interest in this to Mr. Cowl through an e-mail. Once he has all of the names of interested 10th graders we will determine the best candidate to apply for this position from CAM. The candidate chosen from CAM will compete against the other candidates at the other high schools for the one opening. It is a great opportunity to get involved in helping give input to our school board and be a part of some of the decisions that are made at the district level. Click her for criteria.
High School 2024 Yearbook Sale
Students may purchase their 2024 yearbooks in the main offi ce. The cost is $25 ($10 for yearbookstaff members). The 2024 yearbooks will be given to the students at the end of the school year. Exact cash or checks made payable to CAM Academy. To buy one online Click HERE
Students may also purchase previous yearbooks dated 2023 and before, these must be purchased in the office only.
- 2023 yearbooks: $10.00
- 2022 and before yearbooks: $5.00
High School Students:
Do you need to reach the school counselor? Students grades 6-12 that are on campus may reach Mrs. McCann by completing this form: CAM School Counselor Check in 23/24.
HS students that are off campuscan follow Calendly to sign up for a time to Zoom with Mrs.McCann.
Are you in need of prayer? Christian Students United (CSU) has placed pray request boxes in therooms of Mrs. Harpe and Mr. Rowe. There is one box for 7th/8th grade and one for high school ineach room. Please feel free to write out a prayer request and slip in in the appropriate box. CSUwill be praying for these requests every week!
Next HS ASB Meeting: Thursday, May 2
Next NHS Meeting: Monday, May 6
Senior News
- Grad party news: Please turn in your senior party permission slips when you can and include $30 fees to offset the party cost. When you bring it to the office and place it in the CAP box, let Mrs. McCann know and she will give you a small senior gift. It would be ideal to have Grad Party permissions turned in before Memorial Day weekend. There is an info page (keep) and a permission slip sheet (turn in).
Questions? camgrad2024@gmail.com
Thanks!
CAP Grad 2024 Committee
After School Activities
CSU will be watching a sermon by a local young adults pastor that will challenge you! What does it mean to be a Christian? What is shaping and forming your Christian walk? We will watch the video at the 4/16 meeting (2 p.m. in Room 201), and then we will discuss it at the 4/21 meeting. All middle school and high school students are welcome to attend.
The CAP library is now open on Tuesdays and Fridays after school until 2:20!
Stop in and check out a couple books. Parents and siblings are welcome!
Questions? camlibrarybgps@gmail.com
Counselor's Corner
Middle School & High School Students:
Do you need to reach the school counselor? Students grades 6-12 that are on campus may reach Mrs. McCann by completing this form: CAM School Counselor Check in 23/24.
HS students who are off campus can follow Calendly to sign up for a time to Zoom with Mrs. McCann.
Parents:
If your student attends Running Start or Cascadia Tech, please have your student join the following
2023-2024 CAM Running Start Google Classroom
CAM Cascadia Tech Academy 2023-2024
Contact information:
Feel free to email Mrs. McCann at counselor.cam@battlegroundps.org or call 360-885-6829.
Counselor Website: CLICK HERE
CAP (CAM Academy Parents)
Next CAP Meeting: May 7, 1:00-2:00 PM
Next Pizza Tuesday: May 7
- PAWS Student prizes wishlist: Wishlist here!
- Gotsneakers?: Have kids grown out of or worn out their athletic shoes? CAP is hosting a shoe drive to collect used athletic shoes right after spring break. They will redistributed or ground up and repurposed. Starts after Spring Break April 8th - 26th
- CAP library at CAM Academy is now open right after school on Tuesday and Friday. Students may visit to check out books.
CAP Fundraisers and activities:
- Pizza Tuesday: Volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BA4AE2FA4F85-pizza1#/
Email us at camacademyparents@gmail.com
Community Resources & Events
Only announcements sponsored by BGPS will be posted in the Community Resources & Events
Russian, Ukrainian and Spanish translation and interpretation services
Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433
Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431
LINK TO IMAGE: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AHQct58i9yGCRJXvn3Ht5vABWmu14cTd/view?usp=drive_link
Technology
Monitor Chromebook use with the Go Guardian parent app.
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.
Student Reps Needed for Legislative Youth Advisory Council
The Legislative Youth Advisory Council (LYAC) is seeking students who are interested in representing their peers in conversations with state legislators. Annually, the Council holds an annual youth Action Day in Olympia to provide an opportunity for students throughout the state to meet community leaders, participate in policy discussions, and to facilitate direct meetings between youth and legislators. The Council meets frequently in committees and monthly as a whole council. The Council also meets up to six times in person each year. As a Council member, students will have the opportunity to advocate for important policy issues on behalf of all young people in Washington, directly engage with the state government by lobbying legislators and testifying before the State Legislature, plan and organize events, and make a difference.
All prospective candidates must meet the following qualifications to be a successful applicant:
- Currently be in grades 7–10
- Reside and attend school in the state of Washington
- Have a teacher, counselor, or community leader submit a letter of recommendation (optional, but strongly recommended)
- Have the consent of a parent or guardian to participate
- Complete the application by the deadline
Applications to join LYAC are accepted during the annual application period.
- Candidates must submit the application and any supplementary materials by April 30th, 2024 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time to be considered for the Council.
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MAILING: Box 200 Battle Ground WA 98604
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