BCHS Jag PRIDE Newsletter
Mid-March/May2026
Seniors' Last Day at BC!
On May 8th, our Senior Class of 2026 had their last day at BC after taking their finals. The seniors pranked the office staff by doing a final tour through the office starting through Mrs. Sutton's back door. They played music, laughed, and then headed out to the practice field where our Parent Association celebrated them with doughnuts. Seniors had time to gather and celebrate their final official moments at BC!
We will see our seniors back on May 12th for senior checkout from 8-11 at the front office! Don't forget!
Senior Sunset
On May 6th, the senior class of Boulder Creek High School gathered together to celebrate the “sunset” of their high school journey. The evening was filled with laughter, reflection, and meaningful moments as students spent time together sharing memories from their years at BCHS while looking ahead to the exciting opportunities and aspirations that await them after graduation.
As the sun set, seniors were reminded of the friendships, experiences, accomplishments, and Jaguar PRIDE that have shaped their high school experience. From classrooms and campuses to athletics, fine arts, activities, and service, the Class of 2026 has left a lasting impact on Boulder Creek. The event provided a special opportunity for students to slow down, appreciate the journey, and celebrate the strong connections and memories they have built together over the past four years.
We are incredibly proud of our seniors and look forward to celebrating all they will accomplish in the future. Once a Jaguar, always a Jaguar!
Our Paw Pride, PBIS program. We want to reward students for their BC Pride Characteristic behaviors.
Here are the details:
"Be Classy" Cards: When a staff member sees a student following the monthly goal OR a student going above and beyond, the staff member gives them a Be Classy card. The student will then fill it out and put it in the bowl at Ms. Susie's desk in the front office.
Each month, we will draw 10 winners for our PAW PRIDE Winners of the Month to recognize their demonstration of BC PRIDE!
March Winners are:
Allison Quihui
Mikayla McCoy
Samantha Young
Elija Prante
Landon Dunn
Kelly McLean
Joey Lavin
August Bloyer
Neila Ngo
Tatum Kelley
April Winners are:
Kaelin Wasyl
Ben Johnson
Devin Katshl
Cayden Villa
Jori Chipangama
Cassie Palmer
Kalista Wilson
Darton Byman
Jayden Schanafelt
Kate Whitmore
Our May 2026 Goal:
By May 21st, Boulder Creek High School will decrease incidents of disruption, disrespect, and insubordination by 5% as measured by discipline data. This will be achieved through consistent implementation of PRIDE expectations and morning announcements (Prepared, Respect, Integrity, Discipline, Everyone United), including explicit reinforcement of behavior expectations, increased use of positive recognition such as Be Classy Cards, and ongoing monitoring and reteaching of expected behaviors during Flex time and in classrooms.
We can do this Jags!
Congratulations to Boulder Creek High School Athletic Director and Assistant Principal, Mrs. Kirstin Ledin, on being named the AIA 6A Desert Valley Region Athletic Director of the Year! Mrs. Ledin works tirelessly to support and strengthen BCHS athletics through her leadership, dedication, and commitment to student success. She fosters student leadership through JALAC and helps build a positive campus culture by integrating Jaguar PRIDE and Character Counts into athletics and school life. Whether she is supporting coaches and student-athletes, improving facilities, mowing grass, or assisting with irrigation repairs, Mrs. Ledin leads by example and always steps in wherever help is needed. Congratulations, Mrs. Ledin, on this well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for all you do for Boulder Creek High School!
On May 7th, a tree was planted between the 300 and 500 buildings in memory of Mrs. Jacquelyn Parmeley who passed away in the fall of 2024 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Mrs. Parmeley was an amazing BC math teacher, former administrator in Glendale Union, and math department coordinator. She was beloved by her students and was committed to supporting their learning and growth in math and life. Her classroom, which was in the 400 building, once had a huge palo verde tree outside of it. She loved to look out the window and watch the tree move in the wind. The tree fell due to a large windstorm a few years ago, so her wish was to to have a new tree planted so the new teacher in her classroom could take a breath during the day and watch the tree move in the wind. A Chinese Elm was selected and planted for Mrs. Parmeley in the presence of her husband, her children, and her colleagues that love and miss her deeply.
We will continue to remember you, Jackie, as we watch this tree grow just as we watched your students grow under your careful watch.
Jackie's husband, Joe, and her two sons and daughter-in-law.
April Focus- Growth Mindset: What I used to say vs. what I say now
Each Monday we share the PRIDE Point of the Week with our Jaguars focusing on our values and a monthly focus. Here are the PRIDE points of the week that were shared in April & May:
- Prepared: Being prepared to grow means expecting challenges and welcoming them. A growth mindset starts with knowing that failure isn’t the end—it’s a signal to adjust and try again. Come to class ready not to be perfect, but to improve.
- Respect: Respect your own learning journey by avoiding comparisons with others. Growth looks different for everyone, and the best thing you can do is celebrate effort—yours and others'. We're all learning, just at different speeds.
- Integrity: Having integrity means admitting when you don’t know something—and being willing to learn. It’s easy to pretend you have it all figured out. But growth starts when you’re honest enough to say, “I need help.”
- Disciplined: Growth takes discipline. It’s not about making one big change—it’s about showing up day after day, doing the small things that lead to big results. Progress happens one decision at a time.
- Everyone United: A growth mindset lifts up everyone, not just individuals. When we encourage one another, provide helpful feedback, and celebrate improvement, we create a culture where it’s safe to take risks and grow together.
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🏆 STATE CHAMPION x2! 🏆
Junior Japneet Kaur captured the Division 1 Girls Individual Tennis State Championship, earning her second individual state title in an incredible high school career. Japneet battled hard in an all-Boulder Creek championship match against teammate Michelle Bullock, showcasing the talent, determination, and dominance of the Jaguar tennis program.
Junior Michelle Bullock finished as the Division 1 Girls Individual Tennis State Runner-Up after an outstanding run through the state tournament. Michelle’s impressive career already includes an Individual State Championship title, and she now adds a State Runner-Up finish to her resume.
Congratulations to both Japneet and Michelle on an unforgettable season and an amazing accomplishment for Boulder Creek Girls Tennis! 🐾🏆
- Principal Purchase Awards: Audrey Lynch (Principles 2D) and Emma Gary (Principles 3D)
Boulder Creek celebrated its inaugural group of students to earn the Arizona Seal of Personal Finance for their mastery of budgeting, saving, debt management, and investing. We congratulate these future-ready leaders and their dedicated teachers: Ms. Perone, Mr. Vetnar, Ms. Blagg, Mr. Naber, and Ms. Clark:
Seal Recipients: Wesley Edelhauser, Madison Gorman, Nathaniel Egolf, Daniel Thomas, Lily Shull, Noah Van Fredenberg, Shai Siegel, Tyson Van Dyke, Jon-Dante Olar, Max Friedman, Lucy Palmer, Eric Boateng, Greyson Han, Ronald Blacic, Chayce Han, Rachel Lee, Sophia George, Piper Bailey, Gia Lena, Emmalee Chavin, Jordyn Lee, Grace Lewis, Olivia Marsh, Kaylie Rangel, Phoebe Robbins, Alanna Latskoson, Jian Carlo Martinez, Tristin Easter, Natalia Hernandez Zona, and Zavii Sandeen.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement, Jags!
ELA 7-8 students experienced a amazing learning opportunity in April. After finishing The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien, our senior students had the opportunity to connect literature to lived experience through conversations with military service members. Speakers shared the physical items they carried, the emotional and mental challenges of service, the memories that stay with them, and the lessons they continue to carry long during and after service. This was an impactful experience that helped bring themes of burden, sacrifice, resilience, and perspective beyond the pages of the classroom!
Thank you so much to Ms. Law, Mr. Morales, and Ms. Peccia for creating this amazing opportunity for our senior students.
Fine Arts Students of the 4th Quarter
Fine Arts Students of the Year
The Arizona Council for Economic Education working with Ms. Perone and Mr. Vetnar created an incredible experience for BCHS Seniors through a financial fitness experience. Students received information about their finances and had to move station-to-station to budget for housing, transportation, health care, food, cellphone plans, and so on. Students had to determine what was essential while also maintaining a balanced budget with hopefully savings. The students had an authentic learning experience that will help them as they transition into their own financial journey after high school!
Congratulations to our employees of the month!
Certified Employee of the Month:
June/July: Lisa Larance- ELA Teacher & Student Government Sponsor
August: Mike Leblanc - EL Teacher
September: Betty Lake- ELA Teacher
October: Michelle Chase- Earth Science Teacher
November: Erin McCracken- Gifted Coordinator & Spanish Teacher
December: Darien Chang- Math Teacher
January: Shannon Fleming- ELA Teacher
February: Steven Barker- Chemistry & Physics Teacher
March: Lupita Hamilton- Spanish Teacher & Family Liaison
Classified Employee of the Month:
June/July: Hyrum Wines- Cafeteria Custodian
August: Joe Bayus- Security
September: Kurtis Ryan- Plant Foreman
October: Cindy Clarke- Athletic Secretary
November: Jeni Owenes- Cafeteria
December: Tony Cea- Paraprofessional
January: Rachel Kieren- OCR Clerk
February: Leslie Napolitan- Security
March: Jessica Hernandez- Receptionist
Thank you for making BCHS AMAZING! #JagPride
Our BCHS Parent Association is incredible! To support BC Staff our parents had a staff lunch in April and a Teacher & Staff Appreciation Lunch in May! We are so grateful for the support through making copies, providing supplies, and giving us a lovely time to enjoy a meal together! Thank you so much, parents! You mean the world to us!
Our Parent Association is always looking for membership to do amazing things for our students and staff! Please reach out to our Parent Association through our their email: bcjagparents@gmail.com
BC Jaguar PRIDE means that our Jaguars are Prepared, Respectful, have Integrity, are Disciplined, and show that Everyone is united! To ensure a safe, focused, and positive learning environment, we PRIDE expectations with students on Thursday in second period.
- This includes our expectation that students keep their cellphones on silent or off in their backpack so students can properly engage in learning.
- Students should be prepared with a fully charged Chromebook each day and any other items required for class to help with their success.
- It is also critical that students are in class and on time to be present for learning which is critical for their success.
- We also expect our students to be respectful of classrooms, school and personal property each and every day.
Please review our BCHS PRIDE expectations in our Student/Parent Handbook . Taking time to show Jaguar PRIDE is important as we work toward our mission of providing “a safe learning environment with rigorous academic opportunities for all students to graduate as productive, responsible, and contributing citizens!”
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