BFPP NEWS

Dear BFPP Families,

Last week was an amazing week at BFPP, on and off site. I am again in awe with our community; you all just keep doing that!! The Talent and Learning Showcase had me in tears and laughing, the pictures from the 5th grade track meet show such joy and fellowship and the family field trip was an all around simply beautiful! We have one more celebration coming up, the 8th Grade Celebration. I am looking forward to honoring our students and their families. This is milestone that deserves to be marked.

Just a quick note about registration, overall, it went pretty smoothly. We run it at 70% to ensure there are some spots still open for next fall's window. This also allows us to make some adjustments. We are planning on adding some teaching staff and we will make it a priority to focus on 4th and 5th grade with onsite classes. There are always changes between spring and fall, mostly in the form of adding capacity and options.

In partnership and appreciation,

Dr. Kate

Greetings BFPP Families,

Congratulations on wrapping up the school year - We did it! It has been such a privilege to be a part of the spectacular learning and community care that happens here. I want to thank all of you for welcoming me this year and making it feel like home from the start. I am excited to announce that I will be staying at BFPP next year and am happier than words can express to continue to build community and grow with all of you! If you are looking for summer resources, then please review the list included below and reach out to me with any questions. I can’t wait to hear about your family’s summer in the autumn! Wishing you all the best!

Warmly,

Counselor Jess

jessica.sheasley@bellinghamschools.org

360-676-6424 x 4966

6/9-6/13: Learning Plan Meetings

Mon. 6/9, 12pm: Study Abroad Meeting

Thurs. 6/12, 11-12pm: 8th Grade Celebration

Fri. 6/13: Last Day of School

Last call for library books, curriculum materials, and student laptops! These must be returned no later than your end-of-year LPP meeting.

If you plan to keep curriculum items for summer learning, please bring them in, or send Laura the title and barcode number so they can be renewed.

All computers must be returned so they can be reimaged for next fall. Be sure to bring your student’s computer, bag and charger.

Thank you for helping us be good stewards of our learning resources!

Are you still interested in a study abroad experience with your BFPP community?

Join us for continued conversation with interested community members:

Monday, June 9th at 12:00 on Zoom at: https://bellinghamschools.zoom.us/my/brookewertz

We'll discuss best next steps.

We look forward to hearing your thoughts!

Reach out with additional wonders to Leslie Reed (BFPP parent) or Brooke Wertz (BFPP teacher).

Our 8th grade celebration will be held on Thursday, June 12th at 11am-12pm in the gym.

Please contact Annie with questions.

Since October I have been coordinating with Principal Kate and Ashley Goulet to paint a mural on our soccer field shed. I drafted four different drawings for what the mural might look like and after picking two I wrote two letters to local stores asking for paint donations. Once I finally got painting, I directed a few of my classmates to help paint the sand and rocks and parts of the grass. Big thank you to Lowe’s for the paint donations. We appreciate your generosity in donating to this project. Another big thank you to Imogen, Sariah, and Ashley for helping me paint. I wouldn't have finished in three weeks without your help. To anyone who hasn’t seen my mural yet, there are pictures below. But it’s definitely worth a trip to the school campus to see in person.

-Gwen

Thank you to everyone who had a hand in creating the first annual BFPP Camping Trip. Click here to enjoy a video made by Teacher Meredith of the special memories.

Congrats to the 5th Grade Track Meet participants who represented BFPP well at Civic Field on Wednesday! Athletes can check the results here to see their times and distances. Click here to see the district's photo album of the meet!

Thank you to all the families who participated in and came out to support the BFPP Showcase of Learning and Talent. What amazing learners we have here!

General Resources Directory

• Search | Whatcom Asset Building Coalition
• Family Support Services – Bellingham Public Schools (scroll down to find relevant sections for your support need)

Food

• Free school district meals provided/eaten on site for all kids ages 18 and under:

3200 Pinewood Ave

Breakfast served from 9:00am – 9:30am

Lunch served from 11:30am – 12:00pm

Monday – Thursday

June 30th – July 31st

Bellingham High School

2020 Cornwall Ave

Breakfast served 10:00am – 10:30am

Monday – Thursday

June 23rd – July 31st

• There is also the Bellingham Food Bank that anyone can access in our community. Check their website for options and schedules.

• SUNBUCKS (Summer ebt for school-aged kids) -DSHS program where any student who is on free/reduced meals is automatically eligible for additional food stamps over the summer, $120 per child. DSHS will use the mailing addresses in Skyward for the cards. Families that are automatically eligible will receive a letter early June confirming this and then a card 7-10 business days later. If you are eligible but didn’t get a letter - call the DSHS SunBucks line 1-833-543-3230. Click here for more detailed information.

Summer Enrichment

• Whatcom Kid Insider Day Camps Directory
• YMCA Summer Camps
• Day camp hosted out of Happy Valley Elementary & Alderwood Elementary
• DCYF childcare subsidy – Working Connections – accepted for payment & scholarships available to sign-up for if parent portion is a barrier
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County
• Day camp hosted out of Bellingham & Blaine (openings) Clubhouses
• Price is $100/week, scholarships available directly though BGC
• Kids' College & Teen Programs | Whatcom Community College
• Kid's Camp | Campus Recreation | Western Washington University
• Scholarships - Majestic Adventures
• Enrichment Scholarship Program | Assistance League – Bellingham
• Programs & Eligibility - Blue Skies For Children
• Bellingham Parks & Rec Scholarship

Childcare Support for Ages 0-6

• Childcare Spaces

Bellingham Public Library's summer reading program is underway! Stop by Laura's desk at BFPP to pick up Reading BINGO cards, or visit the library's website to print your own at home.

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Location: 1409 18th Street, Bellingham, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 676-6424