02/23/2025 BCHS Weekly Newsletter

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of Bruin Night! Your support ensures that our incoming freshmen and their families feel welcomed and valued as part of the Bear Creek community. This event provides them with essential information about our programs, helping them make informed decisions, set goals, and build excitement for the next chapter of their education.

We hope to see the same amazing turnout at our upcoming Bruin Way Awards Night, where over 1,000 students have qualified for recognition! This special evening celebrates student achievements, including honor roll, perfect attendance, and other important milestones.

A special shoutout to the Black Excellence Program for their hard work in organizing a month-long celebration, which included an outstanding Black History Month Assembly. Your dedication and efforts are truly appreciated!

We also want to share an incredible opportunity for our students! The Y.E.S.S. Program, funded through the State of California Youth Service Corps, will provide over 100 youth jobs for students ages 16-19 who live in Stockton. This six-week summer employment program offers students the chance to earn $23 per hour, gain experience in a formal workplace setting, develop valuable skills, and explore career pathways in the public sector. We encourage eligible students to take advantage of this fantastic program! More information below.

Looking ahead, we have several exciting events coming up, including Bunco Night, a fundraiser dinner, and the International Rally. We encourage everyone to join in and be part of these wonderful community gatherings.

Lastly, a big thank you to our Staff Members of the Week, Claudia Berry and Brenda Heinrich—your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed!

Thank you all for your continued support.

Go Bruins!

Warm regards,
Julie Hummel
Principal, Bear Creek High School

5th and 6th period 12th grade LTA students please stay on campus so you can attend the meeting. When Bruin tutorial starts please report to the large gym. Once meeting concludes LTA student will go to the library and all other will report to their 6th period with a late pass. Any questions please email ballee@lodiusd.net or call 209-953-8213.

Dear Bruin Families,

Congratulations! If your student has qualified for a Bruin Way Award, we are excited to celebrate this achievement with you. 🎉

📅 Event Date: February 27
📍 Location: Bear Creek Large Gym

Physical invitations were sent home with the qualifying students, which includes a QR code on the back to RSVP. If you haven’t had a chance to respond yet, there’s still time!

🔗 RSVP Here: RSVP Link
⏳ Deadline Extended: Monday, February 24th at 8:00 AM

We hope to see you there to celebrate this special achievement!

On Thursday, February 13 the Bear Creek Black Excellence Program hosted their 1st Annual Black History Assembly as a part of a month-long celebration at The Creek. The BC Dance Team True Legacy performed to the song "Stand Up" in tribute to Harriet Tubman as well as danced to the beats of the BC Drum Line in honor of HBCU bands. The BC Choir and Jazz Band also performed paying homage to Miles Davis and Moses Hogan. There were 2 guest speakers, Mister Muhammad Taylor, local fitness guru and Professional Body Builder and Ms. Laneasha Lee, Bay Area educator and activist. The theme for the month "Black History: What the History Books Won't Tell You", began with a viewing of the movie "The Hate U Give" followed by a community conversation with local law enforcement. Next, 50 students traveled to Oakland, CA for the Annual Black College Expo to begin exploring their post-secondary options at Historical Black Colleges and Universities. Several Seniors on the trip received on-the-spot admissions and scholarship offers. The month's activities will conclude with a Black History Knowledge Bowl in partnership with the local chapter of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Inc.

Mrs. Claudia Berry is always supportive of her students while pushing them to do the very best they can. She has the ability to form relationships with all of her students, from very outgoing and extroverted to very shy and introverted. Mrs. Berry is a true asset and we are lucky to have her here at The Creek!

Mrs. Brenda Heinrich is a great Department Chair for the Social Studies Department. She knows when and how to keep them focused and on task during meetings which is highly appreciated. The department is lucky to have her.

The Bear Creek community warmly invites all families and friends to our annual cultural celebration at the International Marketplace on Friday, March 7, starting at 1:30 PM. A check-in station will be set up at the front gates to welcome you. Explore a vibrant marketplace featuring Bear Creek clubs and organizations, offering a variety of booths with delicious food, refreshing drinks, cultural jewelry, and unique gifts. We look forward to celebrating with you!

The Lodi USD High School Course Catalog is now available online! We encourage families to review the electronic version using the link below and discuss course selections with their students. When planning, it’s important to consider A-G requirements, which are the courses students need to complete to be eligible for admission to UC and CSU schools. These include:

• A: History/Social Science (2 years)
• B: English (4 years)
• C: Mathematics (3 years, 4 recommended)
• D: Science (2 years, 3 recommended)
• E: Language Other Than English (2 years, 3 recommended)
• F: Visual & Performing Arts (1 year)
• G: College-Preparatory Elective (1 year)

Current 8th-grade students will receive a hard copy of the course catalog through their middle school. High school students may request one from the school office if needed. Click the link below to access the electronic version and start planning for a successful school year!

STOCKTON, Calif. – The City of Stockton will begin accepting applications for the Youth Employment Summer Success (Y.E.S.S.) Program on February 24, 2025. Details and information are available at www.stocktonca.gov/YESSProgram. The deadline for applications is Friday, March 7, 2025. Students hired for available positions must be available to work from June 2, 2025, through July 10, 2025. Apply early! Space is limited.

The Y.E.S.S. Program, which is funded through the State of California Youth Service Corps, will provide over one hundred (100) youth jobs for students ages 16-19 who live in the city of Stockton. During this 6-week summer employment program, local youth will earn $23 per hour, experience a formal workplace setting, build their skills, and raise their awareness of public sector career pathways.

In addition to work experience, students will participate in workshops that focus on counseling, mental wellness, career readiness mentoring, and personal development. These supportive services enhance the overall work experience and help participants overcome employment barriers normally experienced when employed for the first time.

An informational webinar will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. Registration is required to participate in the webinar. Visit www.stocktonca.gov/YESSProgram to access the registration link.

For more information, email Dale.Applewhite@stocktonca.gov, or call (209) 937-8150.

California Youth Services Corps: Tackling today’s toughest challenges with tomorrow’s leaders.

Youth Service Corps empowers young Californians to combat climate change, fight food insecurity, and deliver vital public services, all while gaining paid, hands-on experience and exploring career pathways

All News Releases can be found on the City of Stockton website. www.stocktonca.gov/newsroom

Follow us at: www.facebook.com/CityofStockton, www.twitter.com/StocktonUpdates, www.YouTube.com/StocktonUpdates

Lodi Unified School District’s SARCs are available on the District’s webpage at https://www.lodiusd.net/about/sarcs . If you have questions regarding Lodi Unified’s SARCs or would like to receive a printed copy of a particular school, please contact Accounting at (209) 331-7141. For further information on School Accountability Report Cards, please visit the California Department of Education's website at https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.

Los informes SARC del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Lodi están disponibles en https://www.lodiusd.net/about/sarcs página web del Distrito. Si usted tiene preguntas con respecto a los SARC de Lodi Unified o le gustaría recibir una copia impresa de una escuela en particular, por favor póngase en contacto con el departamento de Contabilidad al número 209-331-7141. Para más información sobre School Accountability Report Cards (SARC), por favor visite el sitio Web del Departamento de Educación de California en https://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/.

Order ahead and pick up after the graduation ceremony

We are pleased to share that the district will be covering the cost of Advanced Placement (AP) exams for all students this year. Any students who have not yet signed up due to fees will now have their costs covered.

For families who have already paid for AP exam fees, the district will be issuing refunds. More details on the refund process and next steps will be shared soon.

Thank you for your continued support of our students’ academic success. If you have any questions, please contact our vice principal, Ms. Waters with any questions.

Campus safety and security is our priority, so when we return from Winter Break, Admin and Campus Security will be checking that all students have their physical ID card in order to enter campus. If a student lost their ID card, we will print them a new one and charge their student account $5 for the replacement.

Dates: June 9, 2025 - July 10, 2025

PRIORITY REGISTRATION Opens: February 3 – 28, 2025

Priority ONLY available to students in Need of Credit Recovery:

(See your Counselor to determine if you Qualify for Priority Registration)

OPEN ENROLLMENT REGISTRATION: March 3 – May 12, 2025

Open to ALL students Seeking Credit Recovery or Advancement:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 12, 2025

For more information on H.S. Summer School, see program flyer below:

Financial Aid Resources
The FAFSA and CADAA are scheduled to open on December 1, 2024 for the 2025-26 academic year. The delay from the customary October 1 opening day is to allow the US Department of Education time to perform beta testing and eliminate issues.

A few helpful links for the financial aid process this year:

• FAFSA updates - https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/fafsa-support
• Create and FSA ID video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTb7hMVtzco
• FAFSA Parent Wizard - https://studentaid.gov/fafsa-apply/parents
• Is my parent a contributor graphic - https://studentaid.gov/sites/default/files/is-my-parent-a-contributor.jpg
• ​​​​​​CADAA resources - https://www.csac.ca.gov/post/resources-california-dream-act-application

Middle Income Families

• Middle Class Scholarship - https://www.csac.ca.gov/middle-class-scholarship
• Some college aim financial aid at a declining market: Students in the middle class
• -https://hechingerreport.org/some-colleges-aim-financial-aid-at-a-declining-market-students-in-the-middle-class/
• New programs offer financial aid for Middle-Income Families
• https://www.road2college.com/financial-aid-middle-income-families/

2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) or CA Dream Act Application(CADDA) is OPEN! Do not delay and fill it out today!

All Seniors are required to fill out one of the applications. Don't miss out, Priority Deadline is March 3, 2025.

In California, completing either a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or a CADAA (California Dream Act Application) is required by law for all graduating high school seniors, meaning it is mandatory to submit one of these applications to the state unless a formal opt-out waiver is filed; this requirement is enforced through state legislation, specifically the California Education Code Section 51225.7.

Please use the resources below to learn more about FAFSA or CADDA and what form would be best for you.

Dear Lodi USD Parent/Guardians,

Every year, California students take several statewide tests. When combined with other measures such as grades, class work, and teacher observations, these tests give families and teachers a more complete picture of their child’s learning. You can use the results to identify where your child is doing well and where they might need more support. Your child may be taking one or more of the following:

• California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP)
• English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC)
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

To see the full information on the above assessments, please visit our Assessment, Research, and Evaluation (ARE) Department website. Please select the Annual Notification of Testing, 2024-2025 link.

For more information: www.norcalsciencefestival.org

We want to inform you about the 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a new, free, 24/7 helpline for anyone in emotional distress or facing a mental health crisis. If you or your child ever need support, simply call or text 988 or call 1-800-273-8255 to connect with trained professionals who can help.

This is an important resource for your family’s well-being. Please save this number.

We are pleased to announce that the University of the Pacific Summer High School Institute will be taking place on June 2-12 and June 17-27. For eligible 8th - 11th grade Lodi Unified School District students, the tuition and registration for one 2-week session is 100% sponsored by the school district. Attendance, grades and behavior will be taken into consideration for eligibility. See details below:

· Click here for more information: Pacific Summer Institute LodiUSD 2025

· Fill out this Pre-Registration form by Jan 31st

· Attend an optional virtual meeting via Zoom on January 23rd to learn more and ask questions: https://pacific.zoom.us/j/93708656379

· Educational Services staff will send an email notification by the end of February regarding eligibility, waitlist status, or denial

· Questions? Email pacificsummer@lodiusd.net

Click on the link below for the Parent Information Meeting Flyer (English):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14mihw_qHPRTz2S32waHpvAJKBWl7jfGP/view?usp=sharing

Have you ever lost it for no apparent reason? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and completely shut down? That's your stress response system going off too often.

Built-up emotions like anxiety, anger, and sadness are all connected to your stress response. These emotions and unhelpful thought patterns can build up until you hit a breaking point.

Learning to pause when things start to feel overwhelming can help you feel in control of your emotions.

• Download the RaiseRight APP – Google Play Store or Apple App Store
• Press Join a Program on the first screen of the App.
• Enter the - Enrollment Code - FZICN3HEICRZ -for you to purchase for yourself you will create an account with a PERSONAL email.
• Create an account with Name, Phone, and personal email address..
• It is that easy and you can start ordering instantly.
• On the APP go to SHOP at the bottom left or SEARCH your favorite retailers at the top.
• A personal bank account can be linked. RaiseRight partners with Plaid. This must be done before you place an order in the CART.

Go to the bottom right of the App press ACCOUNT>SETTINGS>PAYMENT OPTIONS

• If you are paying with a credit card or debit card, you will enter that at the CART when checking out.
• An eGift card when purchased will be INSTANTLY sent to your WALLET on the App.

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