Raider Record
June 18, 2020
Dear BHS students and families,
As we finish this “interesting” school year, we are so proud of our BHS students and staff for their perseverance, creativity, and flexibility during these challenging times. While there are many unknowns for the fall, we hope that this summer is a time for rest and renewal for our entire community.
Summer plans for our building include the Lighthouse Mission moving to a new location by no later than July 15, followed by extensive summer cleaning and painting in some of our classrooms. Our administrative team will be available by email and will respond as quickly as possible; thank you for your patience as we also take some vacation time. Please check your email throughout the summer for district and school communications about the upcoming school year.
As you plan your summer activities, we encourage you to read! The Young Readers Foundation reminds of the benefits of reading for all of us. With students keeping their devices this summer, families have additional tools to access titles; all BSD students have a connectED library card, which provides access to WAL (Washington Anytime Library). Many English teachers shared recommended reading lists with their students in their final communications.
Our staff will continue its learning journey on EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion) by reading a variety of books this summer, sharing our learnings when we gather in August and prepare for the upcoming school year. In addition to the district’s EDI page, the Bellingham Public Library has put together lists of E-book and E-Audiobooks addressing racism, activism, and social justice which are available through Washington Anytime Library. There are a number of high-interest titles that are always available. Below are two recommended reading lists:
The “Anti-Racist Reading List” features adult, teen, and children’s titles.
https://anytime.overdrive.com/anytimebellinghampublic/content/collection/1085974
A more comprehensive lists for kids and teens is “Black Lives Matter – Books for Young People”
https://anytime.overdrive.com/anytime-bellinghampublic/kids/collection/1086443
Thank you for the privilege of working with your children, and we are so looking forward to seeing them in September! Best wishes for a healthy and restful summer.
Linda Wise Miller, BHS Principal
BHS - This Week in Video
Videos highlighted this week:
WE [cheer] BHS: https://bellingham.wistia.com/medias/qgjxvzycp3
WE [dance] BHS: https://bellingham.wistia.com/medias/o3ko6bqxoz
WE [recap] BHS: https://bellingham.wistia.com/medias/iua1edjyyj
WE [are] BHS: https://bellingham.wistia.com/medias/znyggljdrg
WE [graduate] BHS: https://bellingham.wistia.com/medias/ml3jp1eelw
9-11th GRADE STUDENTS
9-11th GRADE STUDENTS: Are asked to keep their computers from the prior school year throughout the summer and return with the 4 components the next school year.
If that is not possible, or if you feel as though you need to turn the computer in for the duration of the summer, please use the Tech Request form found on any district website (also linked here).
The Career Center Web Page has a NEW look!
New student resources include:
- Virtual College Tours
- Independent Colleges Q & A
- Hot Jobs
- Expanded Scholarship Bulletin
I am still here for you contact Connie.Kelly@BellinghamSchools.org
Summer Reading 2020 - Imagine Your Story
Bellingham Public Library kicked off their summer reading program this week. We encourage you to take advantage of the great resources they provide to support readers of all ages.
Students can also sign up for SYNC and recieve two FREE audiobooks each week from now through the end of summer 2020.
Voter Registration Information for Students and Families
Are you 17? Is your birthday on or before November 3, 2020? Have you registered to vote?
The League of Women Voters encourages all Bellingham High School students to register and to VOTE!
Are you 16? Did you know that through the Future Voter Program, you can register as a future voter, and your registration will automatically take effect when you turn 18?
Resources for Students and Families
Check out weekly wellness tips from Bellingham Public Schools
On Wellness Wednesdays, new activities and tips are shared to promote wellness and self-care among our staff and families.
We call these the Big 4 for Wellness because they include the four categories of mental/emotional health, physical activity, social connection and personal reflection. The current tips include using a pomodoro timer to remember to take breaks and information about the daily mile!
Follow the weekly posts on Facebook or Instagram or visit bellinghamschools.org/self-care!
#Bhamselfcare #BPSBig4
Enjoy Your Summer Break!
Bellingham High School
Email: megan.atkins-voth@bellinghamschools.org
Website: https://bellingham.bellinghamschools.org/
Location: 2020 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 676-6470
Facebook: facebook.com/bellinghamhs