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Levy information night
BGPS students are ready
Work starts on construction trades building
Advanced Placement awards for Battle Ground students
Student journalism thrives in BGPS
Pleasant Valley campus celebrates 50th anniversary of current location
And more!
Read the latest BGPS Bulletin.

about 1 month ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Levy information night. Safety and security, academic support, smaller class sizes, special education, job readiness, student well-being, student activities. Thursday, Oct. 8. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Battle Ground High School.
Breaking ground on the construction trades building
160 Advanced Placement awards
Kennedy Tandrow and Rye Geilenfeldt
Pleasant Valley Middle School teachers circa 1976
Promotional graphic for Battle Ground Public Schools reading “Our students are ready,” with four student photos highlighting pathways: “to lead,” showing a student in uniform receiving a flag; “to work,” showing students using power tools on a construction project; “to learn trades,” showing a student welding; and “to go to college,” showing a graduate in cap and gown. The Battle Ground Public Schools logo, a QR code, and the URL battlegroundps.org/bgps-ready appear at the bottom right.

In this issue:
Student safety, academic support, educational programs and operations levy
Examples of how levy funds would be used
How much the levy would cost property owners and bring to the district
How the levy will appear on the ballot
Read this issue of the BGPS Bulletin.

10 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Battle Ground Public Schools graphic for Proposition 11, the Student Safety, Academic Support, Educational Programs & Operations Levy. A photo shows a sheriff’s deputy speaking with a student outside a school. Seven colored bands list safety and security, academic support, student well-being, job readiness, smaller class sizes, student activities, and special education. At the bottom, an arrow points to “Election Day: Nov. 3.”

🏫🛡️Safety matters. The Washington State Department of Health, in partnership with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, created the Safety Study Hall, a library of trusted resources on health and safety topics for schools, students, and families. Learn more about prevention strategies.

12 days ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A blue background with text “Safety Study Hall: School safety resources” and a bulleted list of safety topics: Opioid Overdose Prevention, Secure Storage of Medication, Secure Storage of Firearms, and logos for the Washington State Department of Health and Prevent Coalition. Website: doh.wa.gov/safetystudyhall
Photo Retakes! October 19th!

8 AM - 3 PM in the COMMONS!
19 days ago, Becky Broyles
Photo Retakes Flyer
25-26 Yearbooks are in!

Pick Up in the Main Office with the ASB Secretary, Lisa Cox!

If you forgot to purchase your yearbook last year, we sent out a form last month to get on the "Oops, I forgot to buy a yearbook" List.

The "Oops" List is now closed.

Those on the "Oops" List are being notified that they made the List to Purchase...BUT we need at least a week to get the paperwork approved to sell them through ASB. We will email those on the "Oops" list when they are ready to sell. They are still $30.

We do have some yearbooks from prior years to sell for $20 a book. Fill out an order form here and we will email you back if we have those books to sell.

Previous year's book inventory check form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZS4SdKGGpEyt1ZENySHgn_RZaBh8Rww-q0bkqfWtx0zYXmA/viewform
19 days ago, Becky Broyles
2526Yearbooks are in Flyer
Do you have any clean, slightly worn Costume Pieces hanging around in the back of the closet? ...that you no longer want?

Well, you are in luck... Yearbook Set up a Rack in the North Hallway to collect and redistribute to other RHL students and families!

Share the FUN!

Get geared up for Spirit Week and the Harvest Crawl/Fall Carnival next week!
19 days ago, Becky Broyles
CostumeFlyer
Spirit Week is NEXT WEEK!

October 12th - 16th.

Monday: Zoom Day

Tuesday: Dress for the Wrong Occasion

Wednesday: Wild Wednesday

Thursday: Anything but a Backpack Day

Friday: BBQ Dads versus Soccer Moms
19 days ago, Becky Broyles
Spirit Week flyer

25-26 Yearbooks are shipping from the publisher today and will be here within 10 days!
We will let you know when they are ready for pickup!

Those who purchased last year will be contacted at the email they ordered under to collect their yearbook from the Main RHL Office.

Oops, did you forget to purchase a 25-26 Yearbooks?

We do get some extras in the shipment and you can fill out the "Oops, I forgot to buy a yearbook" form to get on the list to purchase one in the Fall.

Then....We will email you if we have one for you to buy toward the end of September. (-we have some paperwork to do in the new club in order to sell them to you.-)

Fill out this form to get on the list.
forms.gle/d6x77RCNwiKXGN8C6

RHL Yearbook Crew thanks you for your continued support!

If you don't remember if you put your name on the "Oops list", just fill out the form again.

If you don't remember if you purchased one last year, look in your email for the receipt or ask Lisa Cox, ASB Secretary, in the main office.

about 2 months ago, Becky Broyles
yearbook cover 25-26

Did you know we had a RHL MATERIAL Resource Center?

located at end of North Hall.

Take what you want,
Bring what you don’t need.


We pull from these donations for Fashion and Art Classes, but it is also open to all students and families.

*We need volunteers to keep the center organized and process new donations.
Just jump in to start folding and organizing.

about 2 months ago, Becky Broyles
RHL MAterial Resource Center flyer

Don't forget to look good for your Photos this week!

Parents/Guardians and Students (and Staff!) need to get their photos taken this Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during Orientation week.

Photo Studio open in the small gym from 8am to 3pm .

Practice that SMILE!

about 2 months ago, Becky Broyles
Photo Day Image

As students head back to school, we want to give a shoutout to the staff and crews who worked tirelessly this summer to repair and update buildings in preparation for the first day of school. 👏🔨🏫 We also recently said hello to new staff members joining the district. 👋 Finally, a big thank you to everyone who made this year's Stuff the Bus event a success! ✏️🚌📓 Read more news from around the district in the latest BGPS Bulletin.

about 2 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A bus waiting to be filled with donated school supplies
The district's new educators for the 2026-27 school year.
A collage of projects completed during the summer.

Congratulations, retirees!
Community input shapes district planning
Ask a question about the upcoming levy
New podcast episode
Remember to vote
Administrative updates and changes
Donation will support high school sports
Read the latest issue of the BGPS Bulletin.

3 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A fond farewell to our 2026 retirees. Collage of different retiring staff members.

Listening session recap
Looking back at the class of 2026
Students recognized by Cascadia Tech Academy
Wood shop students recognized for character
Student publication continues to tell the stories of Battle Ground
Young artists, strong voices
Battle Ground High School student participates in architectural internship
Chief Umtuch earns gold at Junior Parade
Clean Water Video Contest award winners
Battle Ground students raise money for Chelsea Hicks Foundation
State auditor affirms Battle Ground Public Schools' financial oversight practices
Construction and capital levy updates
Collective bargaining updates
School board updates
And more!
Read the June 2026 BGPS Bulletin

4 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Student representative takes the oath of office to serve on the school board
Student presents an architectural project
Student presents artwork
Students who earned recognition for their character and woodworking skills
Students who earned recognition from Cascadia Tech Academy
A student reads the latest issue of Your Battle Ground Public Schools
Exterior of the new Battle Ground Virtual Academy
Battle Ground students raise money for Chelsea Hicks Foundation
Laurin students recognized for their videos promoting clean water

Last night was a wonderful celebration of River HomeLink's class of 2026! 🎓 🎉 We are so proud of each graduate and all that they have accomplished. Thank you to the families, friends, supporters and staff members who joined the grads in recognition of this milestone. Congratulations, class of 2026—we can't wait to see where your next chapter takes you!

Watch the ceremony on YouTube.

5 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Grads await their chance to move their tassel from one side to another, indicating that they have graduated.
A collection of grad caps with messages expressing students' plans for their future, whimsy and optimsim
A grad waves at the crowd
A grad waves after receiving a diploma
A grad smiles after crossing the stage
A grad beams while holding a diploma
A grad proudly smiles upon receiving recognition
Grads enter District Stadium
A grad smiles after receiving a diploma
Teachers clap for the class of 2026

Upcoming listening session
67th annual District Art Show
Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
Kids Cooking Camp serves up culinary lessons, life skills 
Accolades and accomplishments
Hiring health services and nursing supervisor
New episode of the BG CAST
Read the May 2026 Bulletin

5 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Student artwork of an elephant cross the plains
Amboy Middle School students march in the Hazel Dell Parade of Bands
Student rolls a loaf of bread during the Kids Cooking Camp
Students pose for a photo at the 2026 Apprenticeship Signing Day
Vacant position open until filled. Health services and nursing supervisor. battlegroundps.org/bgps-jobs/ Battle Ground, WA
Itzel Contreras Montiel and the district's board of directors
A collage of staff members who have recently received awards or been recognized for accomplishments

Community support propels schools
Chief Umtuch Middle School students qualify for state History Day competition
Class of 2026 graduation information
Student accomplishments
And more!
Read the April 2026 BGPS Bulletin.

6 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Chief Umtuch Middle School students who competed in state History Day
Chief Umtuch Middle School students who competed in state History Day
Collage of student artwork.
A grad cap that reads, "This is my dream. I'll decide where it goes from here!"
AFJROTC students give the camera a thumbs up.
Supporters and volunteers at Cram the Cruiser
Battle Ground High School advanced culinary arts students

🧑‍🍳Young chefs shine in culinary showcase
🏆CAM Academy wins state championship
⭐Battle Ground students recognized for leadership
👏Accolades and accomplishments from around the district
📅Upcoming events
🗣️Board of directors update and budget information
Read the March 2026 issue of the BGPS Bulletin.

7 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
The student-chefs who participated in the 2026 Discovery Kitchen Cook-off
A staff member assists a student with slicing a muffin
A judge tastes the personal biscuit pizza
A student fills a muffin tin
A student smiles at the camera while making their dish
The winner of the 2026 Discovery Kitchen Cookoff
A student tries on a chef's hat

In the February 2026 BGPS Bulletin
*Listening sessions on budget cuts
*Working better together at any age
*Celebrating Career and Technical Education in Battle Ground
*Celebrating Black History Month
*11th annual Industry Fair a success
*Enrollment for specialized, alternative learning programs
*Awards, accomplishments and more!
Read the issue now.

8 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
A vendor speaks with an attendee at the 2026 Industry Fair
A student performer in costume for Matilda the Musical
A student works on a machine
A high school student counts with kindergarten-age children.

In the January 2026 BGPS Bulletin:
➡️On your ballot: Replacement levy for student educational programs and operations
🔎See the facts about district budget, priorities
📰Read the latest issue of Your Battle Ground Public Schools, a student publication
🎨Laurin Middle School, Prairie High School students earn art awards
🗣️Battle Ground High School student competes in regional Poetry Out Loud contest
⭐January 2026 Employee Recognition Awards
🍳Battle Ground students featured on Our Future, Our Schools
🔤Transitional Kindergarten shines in Battle Ground
💲School finance 101: Unfunded mandates
🤝School board meeting updates
📋Industry Fair returns Feb. 19
🔨Work continues on new Battle Ground Virtual Academy
🤼BGPS wrestlers dominate Clark County Championships
Read the issue now.

9 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
January 2026 Employee Recognition Award recipients
A Transitional Kindergarten student smiles at the camera
Students create pavolva in the in the advanced culinary arts class
Wrestlers display their trophy

Attend a presentation next month to learn about the replacement levy, ask questions and speak with district leaders.

⏰Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m.
📍Battle Ground High School media center. Child care will be available.

10 months ago, Battle Ground Public Schools
Attend a community levy presentation. Wednesday, January 14, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Battle Ground High School media center. All are welcome. Child care will be available.