Tiger News

Monday: Regular Schedule

Tuesday: Tiger Time Schedule

Wednesday: Early Release-Parent/Teacher Conferences Periods 1-3

Thursday: Early Release-Parent/Teacher Conferences Period 4-6

Friday: Regular Schedule

For our bell schedules, please click here.

Thanks for your continued support of the work we do together. Your partnership is invaluable. We will be offering conferences this week primarily to families of students in danger of failing or currently failing classes. Tuesday evening, we will open (and share the link to schedule in Skyward) the remaining conference slots to anyone wanting to join. The sessions are during the standard work day, so please join remotely or via phone if needed as we understand the challenges that come with the schedule.

Have an amazing week!

Heather Ichimura, Proud Principal of BGHS

• One-hour late starts: March 26
• Early release: Wednesday and Thursday, March 19-20 (parent-teacher conferences)
• If you need to excuse absences and 1st period tardies please send to: bghattendance@battlegroundps.org

• If you have a bus note, please submit in writing to: bghs.busnotes@battlegroundps.org

Elizabeth McAleer placed 3rd in the state for recitation of memorized poems at the Poetry Out Loud competition in Tacoma on Saturday, March 8th. She also was first runner-up in the competition for original written poetry. Over 8,000 students participated in the state of Washington!

The precision- and sporter-class marksmanship teams were 1st and 2d (respectively) in their division and earned a spot at the Northwest Drill and Rifle Conference finals at Liberty High School in Renton. Additionally, the academic team and one member of the strength team will also compete for conference honors.

Ongoing…

Facebook Page - Click on the link to follow the BGHS 2025 Grad Night Facebook page for the latest updates and information. This page will keep you informed about current fundraisers and provide all the details needed to participate in the Grad Night party in June. Stay connected to ensure you don't miss out on any important updates!

Facebook Page Link

Battle Ground Grad Night Spring Fundraiser.

Spring is in the air, and so it the opportunity to support the Class of 2025!. This is a great event!

We're excited to announce our Battle Ground Grad Night Spring Flower Fundraiser is running now through March 24th!

Order today and bloom with us in support of our future stars!

Click this link or the QR code

We are going CASHLESS for Boys Soccer games/tickets. Fans can pre-purchase tickets online at gofan.com or with a credit/debit card at the gate.

"Tiger Athletics and Battle Ground High School strive for growth in our athletics programs. We are reaching out to our student-athletes, families, and community to help gather feedback for our winter sports programs. Please fill out the form attached to have your commentary included in our results!"

Student Survey: Click here for link

Parent/Community Survey: Click her for link

Our next class starts on July 14, 2025. We are consistently receiving a larger-than-normal application volume for the next class. Admission to the program is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Accepting applications NOW.

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WHAT WE DO

The Mission of the Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy is to provide a highly disciplined, safe, and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational level and employment potential and become responsible and productive Washingtonians.

The Academy envisions a world where young adults are equipped and respected as equal partners in building resilience in their families and communities. This is a FREE Life Intervention-Credit Retrieval program where any eligible resident of Washington state willing to live in housing provided on campus in Bremerton, Washington for five months can immerse themselves in a focused approach for getting back on track in school and better equipped for life.

Cadets tell their story (Washington Youth ChalleNGe Academy)

Campus Tour. Here is a great resource for youth and families that are considering the WYCA. Washington Youth Challenge Academy Campus Tour

Having the right resources is important. If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is there 24/7/365, whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, other concerns or just need someone to talk to. Call or text 988. You are not alone.

Battle Ground Public Schools’ board of directors has unanimously approved placing a replacement education and operations levy on the April 22 special election ballot. The decision comes after the previous effort failed in February by 60 votes, garnering 49.85% support with 30.81% voter turnout.

If approved, this levy (proposition 9) would continue funding for programs and services not fully funded by the state. It would replace a current levy set to expire at the end of 2025. Check our levy information page for details on what the levy pays for, the expected cost to taxpayers and much more.

Due to weather-related school closures on Thursday and Friday, Feb. 13-14, the district will use two snow makeup days on the calendar. The first of these is Friday, March 14. A second snow makeup day will be used on Wednesday, June 11, shifting the final day of school by one day. Early release dates will now be Tuesday and Wednesday, June 10-11. Please note that any future weather-related closures will require additional changes to the calendar.

The Battle Ground school board recently approved the 2025-26 academic calendar. Here are some of the key dates:

• First day of school - Tuesday, Aug. 26

• Thanksgiving break - Nov. 26-28

• Winter break - Dec. 22, 2025, through Jan. 2, 2026

• Spring break - April 6-10

• Last day of school (weather dependent) - Wednesday, June 10, 2026

March school breakfast and lunch menus are available via Nutrislice and the district website. Meal expenses can be paid through InTouch Receipting.

Battle Ground Public Schools’ Family and Community Resource Center helps meet the needs of families facing challenges. As a donation based program, the FCRC relies on our community to help fill the shelves and those shelves are emptying fast. Right now, they have severe needs for items including soap, hygiene products, socks, underwear and more.

View a list and information on how to donate by visiting the district website.

Battle Ground Public Schools has partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students and their immediate family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help any student and/or their immediate family members quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to their needs, regardless of insurance or circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:

• Call 888-515-0595 (available 24/7/365 in any language).

• Visit www.caresolace.com/battlegroundps and either search on your own or select “Book appointment” for assistance by video chat, email or phone.

  
  

Please report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Reporters can remain anonymous. Emergencies should always be reported to 911. Learn more about emergency procedures and safety protocols.

If you see or hear of a possible threat, please report it to law enforcement directly and/or to school staff. This is the best and most helpful action because it begins an investigation and helps to limit the potential for misinformation to spread. Reposting or sharing a threat on social media in an attempt to warn others spreads the threat farther from its original source and may cause unnecessary alarm and fear. You can report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system. Emergencies should always be reported to 911.

• Ms. Ichimura, Principal

• Ms. Main, Assistant Principal

• Mr. Person, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

• Ms. Wilson, Assistant Principal

• Mr. McKenzie, Dean of Students

Email: info.bghs@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://bghs.battlegroundps.org/
Location: 300 West Main Street, Battle Ground, WA, 98604
Phone: 360-885-6550
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The Battle Ground Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Information about the district’s nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures are located on the district’s website at https://www.battlegroundps.org/notice-of-nondiscrimination/. The following employees have been designated to receive and respond to questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator: Tom Adams, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, 360.885.5415 and/or U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR)

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604. 360.885.5481