Tiger News
August 27, 2023
January 28, 2024
Tiger Nation Information
Website: https://bghs.battlegroundps.org/
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Student ASB Leadership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bghs.asb/
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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 - Monday Schedule
Tuesday - Tiger Time Schedule
Wednesday - Late Start Wednesday
Thursday -Early Release
Friday - Early Release
For our bell schedules, please click here.
January/February Schedule Reminders
- Wednesday one-hour late starts: January 31
- End-of-semester: Three-hour early release, Thursday and Friday, February 1-2
- In-service day (no student attendance): Wednesday, February 7
- Wednesday one-hour late starts: February 14, 21, 28
- Presidents' Day: Monday, February 19 (no school)
Responsible - Respectful - Engaged Winners
These students were "caught" doing the right thing!
Class of 2025
George Wakileh got a RRE card from Ms. Davern for being Engaged!
Class of 2026
Sydney Ebert got a RRE card from Ms. Etulain for being
Responsible and Engaged!
Class of 2027
Joni Muonio got a RRE card from Ms. Davern for being Engaged!
Tiger Times Issue #5
Here's the latest issue of The Tiger Times.
Did you lose something?
Lost and found will be out on Thursday and Friday during early release in front of the attendance office. please come claim your missing belongings!
Want to take the SAT?
This March, students in grades 11-12 have an opportunity to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test, or SAT.
About the test:
Testing date: Saturday, March 9, 2024
Time: 8 a.m. to approximately 1:30 p.m. (arrive at 7:40 a.m.)
Place: Battle Ground High School Media Center
Visit the district website to register by Friday, February 23rd. Space is limited to 100 seats.
NOTE: This test will be given in a digital format. You must bring your school Chromebook and ensure that the Bluebook app is downloaded.
College and Career Center
Architect Internship Opportunity - Application due February 2
Design CoMission is a semester-long design internship at LSW Architects in downtown Vancouver. Interns work collaboratively, exploring their passions through design in a safe, no-experience-required setting. The goal is for each student who graduates from the program to gain clarity in their own unique abilities, gain new skills, and discover pathways to a fulfilling and passionate career.
Please see the website below for more information and the application. If you have any questions, stop by the College and Career Center.
The internship runs from Feb. 20 - June 6 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 - 6 PM. Students will also earn a .5 credit for the non-paid internship.
Clark College Virtual Running Start Information Nights
If you are planning to participate in Running Start, Clark College will hold some virtual information Nights. They will cover topics such as eligibility, cost, enrollment steps, placement options, tips for academic planning, transferring after Running Start, Clark student life and student support resources.
What is Running Start? The Running Start program allows high school juniors and seniors to earn college credits while completing their high school education—saving students money while advancing their education. Students are able to attend college, at minimal cost, while still living at home as a high school student. You can find more information about Running Start at www.clark.edu/runningstart.
2024 Virtual Running Start Information Night Dates:
Monday, February 5th from 6-7:30pm
Tuesday, February 27th from 6-7:30pm
Wednesday, March 6th from 6-7:30pm
Wednesday, March 20th from 6-7:30pm
Thursday, April 25th from 6-7:30pm
All sessions are the same and will be held via Zoom Webinar, with live captioning in English and Spanish/Russian interpretation provided.
*Attendees can register to attend an upcoming Running Start Information Night with this link: https://forms.office.com/r/tGwTJta7AM
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, February 15 at Battle Ground High School. Some employers may be hiring--bring your resume!
Join the resume workshop from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to help build a resume!
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.
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 these upcoming in-person events:
Thursday, February 8: Prairie High School, 3-6 p.m.
Wednesday, February 21: Battle Ground 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.
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
Ballots for the February 13 special election should have arrived in mailboxes. Voters living within the boundaries of Battle Ground Public Schools will be asked to consider a three-year capital levy.
Here are 10 fast facts about the levy:
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.
Please remember to vote by February 13
Read more about the capital levy and view a proposed list of projects on the district website.
The public is also invited to a pair of upcoming community forums, where Superintendent Denny Waters will lay out the facts of the levy and answer questions. There are two options:
In-person
Thursday, January 25
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Lewisville campus, Room C-26, 406 NW Fifth Ave., Battle Ground, WA
Online
Monday, January 29
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The online webinar will be recorded and shared. If you are unable to attend but would like to ask a question in advance of either forum, please send them to communication@battlegroundps.org.
Review proposed science materials for middle and high school
Battle Ground Public Schools is in the process of evaluating new science materials for grades 6-8 and 9-12. Parents, guardians and community members are invited to view the potential curricula and provide their input at the following times and locations (more may be added):
Tuesday, February 6, at Prairie High School - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, February 9, at Battle Ground High School - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tuesday, February 13, at Summit View High School - 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Visit the district website to learn more about curriculum adoptions. The board of directors will vote to approve the new materials later this school year.
Review new science and social studies textbooks
You are invited to provide input on potential new textbooks. If approved, the textbooks would be used beginning in the 2024-25 school year for the following Advanced Placement science and social studies courses:
AP Government and Politics
AP World History
AP Human Geography
AP U.S. History
AP Biology
AP Environmental Science
AP Chemistry
This Week's Events
Monday, January 29th
None
Tuesday, January 30th
Girls Basketball vs. Union at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @UHS
Boys Basketball vs. Union at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @BGHS
Wednesday, January 31st
None
Thursday, February 1st
Boys Basketball vs. Skyview at 4:00/5:30/7:00 @SHS
Girls Basketball vs . Skyview at 5:15/5:15/7:00 @BGHS
Friday, February 2nd
STATE CHEER @BGHS
Saturday, February 3rd
STATE CHEER @BGHS
Gymnastics vs. Union at 3:00 @Northpointe
Did you know?
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