06/01/2025 BCHS Weekly Newsletter
Dear Students, Families, and Staff-
As we wrap up another school year, I want to take a moment to recognize the dedication and resilience of our students, staff, and families.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a timely reminder that well-being is just as important as academic success. Let's continue supporting one another, encouraging open conversations, and prioritizing mental health both in and out of school.
The seniors helped me complete the ice bucket challenge in honor of Mental Health Awareness month.
Wishing everyone a restful, safe summer ahead.
Mrs. Hummel
Go Bruins!
Julie Hummel
Principal, Bear Creek High School
Permanent program that helps families with school-age children buy groceries
SUN Bucks is a permanent program that helps families with school-age children buy groceries during the summer months when kids might not have access to school meals. A federal law, called the Consolidated Appropriations Act passed in December 2022, created Summer EBT across the country. California passed a law in July 2023 to join the program. The California Department of Social Services is the lead agency implementing the program, in partnership with the California Department of Education.
In 2024, families utilized over 4.3 million SUN Bucks cards, totaling over $499 million in food purchased.
SUN Bucks are loaded onto an EBT card. Each eligible child in your family will get one card with $120 to buy groceries – that’s $40 per month for June, July, and August. SUN Bucks can be used to buy food at most grocery stores, farmer's markets, and other authorized retailers, including online at stores like Amazon and Walmart.
SUN Bucks cannot be used for: hot foods, pet foods, cleaning or household supplies, personal hygiene items, or medicine.
You can use SUN Bucks and still get other food assistance programs such as summer meals, CalFresh, and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
Click on the link below for more information:
SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) - Nutrition (CA Dept of Education)
If you have a concern with a decision made for your SUN Bucks benefits, you can ask for a review through the SUN Bucks Helpline. To submit a benefit dispute, call the SUN Bucks Helpline at (877) 328-9677.
This important update is being shared regarding smartphone use during school in 2025-2026.
Beginning next school year, students will be required to keep their smartphones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the regular school day. This practice, already in place at many of our elementary and middle schools, aligns with Lodi Unified School District’s Board Policy 5131: Student Conduct.
This Board of Education approved change is designed to reduce distractions, support student mental health, minimize instances of cyberbullying and support student academic discourse throughout the school day. Research strongly supports limiting phone use during the school day, and similar policies are being adopted in schools across the state. In fact, California’s Assembly Bill 3216 will require school districts to adopt such policies by July 1, 2026. Please note that exceptions will be made for students with medical needs or accommodations outlined in their IEPs.
We understand that this may change how you communicate with your child during the day, even though they will be able to retrieve messages or return calls at the end of the regular school day. Our school offices are always available to relay important messages, and students can use office phones if needed. In the event of an emergency, it's essential that students stay focused on staff instructions. First responders recommend limiting phone use to ensure safety and clear communication.
We’ll share more information as the school year approaches, but we appreciate your support in preparing your student for this shift. Please take a moment to discuss these expectations with your child.
Thank you for partnering with us to create a safe and focused learning environment
Everyone must have their ID card when on campus
Campus safety and security is our priority. Admin and Campus Security check that all students have their physical ID card in order to enter campus. If a student doesn't have their ID card upon entering campus, we will print them a new one and charge their student account $5 for the replacement. Students who have forgotten their ID card more than twice will be placed on contract.
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!
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.
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