03/09/2025 BCHS Weekly Newsletter

What a fantastic week we’ve had!

We successfully hosted three International Rallies—one for students during the day and two for our community at night. Friday’s International Marketplace was a milestone, as we involved our families for the first time, and we look forward to continuing this tradition in the future. I want to thank BCHS ASB and Mr. Johnson as well as our support staff members that helped make these events run so smoothly.

Go Bruins!

Julie Hummel
Principal, Bear Creek High School

In partnership with the City of Stockton, please remember to pick up and drop students off in the student parking lot or the front parking lot. Whistler Way, McNabb and Thornton Road do not allow parking along the street near campus. The parking authority of the City of Stockton will be coming out this week to enforce the no parking zones. Please be mindful and follow all traffic and parking laws.

Mrs. Sherri Carson -has been very helpful to new teachers on campus. She strives to meet the needs of all of her students. She is on multiple committees trying to make sure that any changes benefit students and staff. Additionally, Ms. Carson teaches credit recovery in an effort to make sure that students can successfully finish high school even if they have struggled and is someone you can go to for help whether you are a student or a teacher.

Mr. Octavio Sosa - is new to the BC Family and supports the Counseling Office. We are so glad that he chose to be a part of the Bear Creek Community. Mr. Sosa hit the ground running, generously volunteering his time to support events, streamline counseling documents, and assist his colleagues. He embodies the spirit of a true Bruin!

Courses run from June 2 – July 27

• June 8 - Last day to drop WITHOUT a “W”
• June 9 - Census date (no more late adds; students receive letter grades for courses)

• June 30 - Last day to drop WITH a “W”

  
  

All Key Dates for Summer term are available here.

Open Registration for summer begins March 31. Some students may be able to enroll earlier, so encourage them to check their enrollment appointment in MyDelta.

The Steps to Join are here: https://pdcdeltacollege.com/ces/dual-enrollment/

• Current high school Delta students with an active DEP form on file can just log into MyDelta on 3/31 to enroll
• Students new to Delta and DEP can begin with Step 1 now so they can get cleared in time for registration

Looking for an opportunity to spend quality time with your teen and a way to start a conversation about mental health and the dangers of fentanyl? Join us for a FREE movie night in Lodi on March 12th.

Told from the perspectives of real high school students and their families in Northern California, the documentary film Fentanyl High explores how teens today are dealing with their emotional pain in school and at home, and how they can get to the point of buying fake Adderall, OxyContin, Percocet, or Xanax from a stranger on social media – one pill that can kill. Fentanyl High examines what needs to change in the community, at school, and at home to save lives.

The movie will be followed by a panel discussion on mental health and substance use disorder treatment resources available locally. FREE popcorn and drinks will be provided, and participants can take home a lifesaving Narcan kit to reverse opioid overdose. Scan the QR or click here for free tickets.

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

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. 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.

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.

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.

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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