December 13th, 2024
Hello BGVA families,
The Winter holiday season brings joy, fun, nostalgia and a little stress all blended together. In schools; we often see an uptick in absenteeism and behaviour changes in our students. Adults also can feel overwhelmed by a calendar of events, activities, to-do lists, family gatherings, etc.
I would like to encourage you to embrace the hustle, the bustle and find ways to enjoy it. But also remember to take time to reflect on realistic expectations for yourself and others in your life.
I believe the best gift I can give to my friends, family and associates is to be a fully engaged person who cares for everyone I come into contact with. What do you say, during this Holiday season, we practice this together?
Replacement Levy Information
You’re invited: Learn about the levy and ask questions
You are personally invited to attend a special presentation for our school. Get details on the replacement education and operations levy that will appear on the ballot on Feb. 11. If approved; the levy will provide funding for programs and services which will affect students at our school, as well as students at every BGPS school.
Date: Jan. 6th
Time: 5:30-6:30
Location: River HomeLink Gym
Everyone is welcome. All presentations are open to the public. Childcare and light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your ID if you need to access childcare.
In the event of a weather-related school closure, the presentation will be canceled. However, anyone may attend a different presentation at another school or find information on the district website.
End of Semester is in sight
First semester for BGVA students ends January 24th. As we near the Winter Break where students can make great strides to get caught up or move forward in their courses. It is also important to note that BGVA operates on a semester model. This semester alignment is a much better model for 99.9% of our students, the other schools and internal logistics. As with any school consideration such as extreme illness, injury or death will provide opportunities for discussion with administration for exceptions. However, extreme circumstances are the exception not the rule.
BGVA is now a South School! With the possibility of inclement weather, moving forward; this means we will follow the BGSD South school schedule when there are snow days or changes in the regular school days.
Accessing BGVA: If you need access to BGVA please feel free to call the office at 360-334-5250 and we will gladly meet you at the front gates by the flagpole.
Check emails regularly: It is very important for students and families to check emails frequently. This is our main form of communication and we do not want you to miss any important details your family may need.
Here are a few other important items for you to consider:
Weekly student/Teacher contact: According to State policy, weekly student/Teacher contact is required. This can include direct emails or through the online classroom platforms. Please make sure you are responding to emails and class prompts weekly to ensure we are all in compliance with Alternative Learning Education (ALE) requirements.
Good Happenings at BGVA
K-5
Trekkers, grades 3-5: Here is the link to my newsletter this week Karlsen News Trekkers grades 3-5, December 9 - 13 Highlights include a field trip permission form, fun December learning links, information about accessing monthly progress reviews on the School Data platform, Semester 2 updates for required reading books for grades 4 and 5 and third grade level reading assessment explanation. Have a nice week! Rachel Karlsen
K-2 Weekly Newsletter
6-8
Explorers - Middle school messages are being delivered through Skyward, make sure to check your emails regularly. Keep up the good work!
High School
Hey Mountaineers - The end of first semester is fast approaching, It is time to be diligent and work in your classes for the allotted time needed to complete them. Also, be diligent in checking your email daily. This is not the time to procrastinate, this is the time to be proactive!
HS Mountaineers Newsletter
We will continue working together to “Foster the Joy of Learning”.
Mr. Stanfill
BGVA - Principal
