Tiger News
August 27, 2023
January 1, 2024
Tiger Nation Information
Website: https://bghs.battlegroundps.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BGHSUTC
Athletics: http://BGHStigers.com
Student ASB Leadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bghs.asb/
Student UTC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utc_leadershipbghs/
YouTube Channel: BGTV 27
Esports Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/bgh_esports_gm
See something, say something (anonymous): Online Tip Reporting System
Bell Schedule
Monday - No School
Tuesday - Tiger Time Schedule
Wednesday - Late Start Wednesday
Thursday -Tiger Time Schedule
Friday - Friday Schedule
For our bell schedules, please click here.
January Schedule Reminders
- Wednesday one-hour late starts: Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, Jan. 15 (no school)
Congratulations to our Poetry Out Loud Winners and Participants
The 14th annual Poetry Out Loud competition took place on December 13th in the BGHS library. Nineteen students recited classic and contemporary poems by famous poets in front of their peers, parents, teachers, and a panel of judges. This year's winner was Elizabeth McAleer who recited Abigail Deutsch's "After the Disaster." Addison Fahrney and Seren Hanna tied for second place. Elizabeth will go on to represent BGHS at the regional competition in Olympia in January.
Spring 2024 Esports Season Registration Open Now!
Join the BG Esport team! Compete against other high schools from around the state for glory and fame!
Spring Season is January 8 - March 28.
Monday - Thursday. 3-5pm.
Register through the BG ASB office. The fee is $85.
You’ll need this WIAA Physical form signed by a doctor in order to complete the clearance through ASB.
The five titles we’re competing in are League of Legends, Rocket League, Smash Brothers Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Valorant.
All Practices and Matches are in the BGHS Library.
We are looking for any level of player.
For more information, stop by B22 or email pollock.robert@battlegroundps.org
Even if gaming isn’t your thing, we’re also looking for content creators, streamers, and shoutcastors!
Tiger Times Issue #4
Our journalism class recent school newspaper can be found by clicking this link:Tiger Times Issue #4
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.
Want to take the ACT w/ Writing on Feb. 10, 2024?
Battle Ground Public Schools will offer 10th through 12th grade students from each of our high schools the opportunity to take the American College Testing (ACT w/ Writing) in person this spring. The test will be offered on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024. Registration is open now. The deadline to register is Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. Learn more about registration.
Attention 10th and 11th Graders
Sophomore and Juniors,
The College and Career Center staff wants to invite sophomores and juniors to a Cascadia Technical Academy presentation held on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 during Tiger Time (9:45 am - 10:15 am) in the College and Career Center. Learn about the 16 different programs available. For further information about the Cascadia Technical Academy programs click the link.
http://www.cascadiatechnicalacademy.org/all-programs.html
For your planning there will be a field trip to Cascadia Technical Academy on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, (8 am - 10:15 am). Interested students can sign up in the College and Career Center and obtain the required field trip permission slips.
This Weeks Events
Monday Jan 1st
None
Tuesday Jan 2nd
Boys Basketball vs. Skyview at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @BGHS
Girls Basketball vs. Skyview at 4:00/5:30/7:00 @SHS
Wednesday Jan 3rd
Bowling vs. Union at 3:15 @Tiger Bowl
Boys Wrestling vs. La Center at 6:00/7:00 @BGHS
Girls Wrestling vs. La Center at 6:30 @BGHS
Thursday Jan 4th
Swimming vs. Kelso at 5:00 @KHS (Gaither Pool)
Friday Jan 5th
Girls Basketball vs. Camas at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @CHS
Boys Basketball vs. Camas at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @BGHS
Saturday Jan 6th
Gymnastics Dual at 3:00 @Northpointe
College and Career Center
Instant Decision Day
Seniors join representatives from Washington State University for Instant Decision Day at BGHS on January 23, 9:45 - 11:30 in the College and Career Center.
This event is recommended for seniors with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher fro Pullman and 2.8 GPA for Vancouver. If you're not sure of your GPA, check with your college and career office!
To register to attend the event, scan the QR code by clicking this link.
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.
Ninth annual BGPS Industry Fair set for February 15
Attend the Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair to learn about apprenticeships and jobs in health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction, finance, hospitality, retail, transportation and more. The event is from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15, at Battle Ground High School. Some employers may be hiring--bring your resume! There is also a resume workshop from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Everyone is welcome. This event serves students, families and the community. Child care will be available at the event.
If you represent a business or know someone who does, reserve a table at this free annual event to connect with current and future workers. Register now.
Check out this video to hear from local businesses about how the Industry Fair benefits them.
Big Future scholarships from the College Board
Current high school juniors and seniors can be entered into monthly drawings for $500 or $40,000 scholarships until February of their senior year. No essay, minimum GPA or test score is required, and there are also no citizenship requirements. To be entered into the monthly drawings, complete steps on the BigFuture website such as starting a list of possible careers and applying for financial aid.
Scholarship Money
Students if you are in need of scholarship money, check out the Current Scholarships.
Senior News
Grad Night Fundraisers
Yard Signs:
Here is a great way to show pride in the accomplishment of your student!
Perfect for you BGHS Student, club member, athlete, or senior. Click this link for the order form and more information: Yard Sign Order Form
BGHS Flocking!
Print off the form or get one from our Main Office. Return the form and payment to get our birds out and flying! Thank you for supporting our senior flock! Flocking Order Form
Guilt Free Pass
- No time to volunteer? No problem!
- If you’d like to help the senior class raise money for their drug and alcohol free grad night party, but don’t have time, here’s your chance!
Click this link for your guilt free pass
If you have any questions, please email us at bghsgradnight@gmail.com
News from Battle Ground Public Schools
Feb. 13 capital levy information
This year, voters living in the Battle Ground school district will be asked to consider a three-year capital levy. Here are 10 fast facts about the levy and what it would be used for:
1. The capital levy will appear on the Feb. 13 special election ballot.
2. The levy would fund enhanced security measures, including entry controls and security cameras.
3. It would pay for roof repairs and updated heating and cooling systems.
4. It would create additional spaces for hands-on learning in the construction trades, culinary arts and health sciences.
5. It would fund the replacement of outdated technology, including computers, phones and the district’s wireless network.
6. Every school in the district would receive repairs and/or updates as part of the capital levy.
7. Property tax collections for the levy would begin in 2025.
8. The estimated rate would be $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed property value.
9. That amount matches a bond that expired at the end of 2023.
10. The owner of a home worth $500,000 would pay approximately $18.33 a month ($220/yr) for the capital levy - equivalent to the amount paid in 2023.
Read more about the capital levy and view a proposed list of projects on the district website.
Voters will have an opportunity to learn about the levy in upcoming community presentations that will share facts about the levy.
Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Webinar (link: https://bit.ly/3RycKPm). The webinar will be recorded.
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.
Both presentations are open to the public
Classroom assistant hiring event
Also known as paraeducators, these professionals work closely with teachers to support students. Previous teaching/classroom experience or a teaching degree is not required.
We are also looking for licensed practical nurses and registered behavior technicians.
Attend a special hiring event on Jan. 25 to learn more and apply:
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
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.
Something Inspirational
BGHS Administrative Team
Mr. Gourde (Principal - Seniors)
Ms. Main (Assistant Principal - Sophomores)
Ms. Wilson (Assistant Principal - Freshmen)
Ms. Talbott (Assistant Principal - Juniors/Athletic Director)
Mr. McKenzie (Dean of Students)
Battle Ground High School
Email: info.bghs@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://bghs.battlegroundps.org/
Location: 300 West Main Street, Battle Ground, WA, 98604
Phone: 360-885-6550
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BGHSUTC
Battle Ground Public Schools provides equal opportunity in programs and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin/language, creed/religion, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a service animal by a person with a disability, age, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, HIV/Hepatitis C status. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other
designated youth groups. Contact the following regarding questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Tom Adams, Director of Student Services, adams.tom@battlegroundps.org, Title IX Compliance Officer, 360.885.5415; Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, reinhardt.michelle@battlegroundps.org, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, 360.885.5481; or a letter may be submitted to the designated coordinator at the Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604