BFPP NEWS

Dear BFPP Families,

So many great end of the year celebrations, from the Craft Fair and plays (Newsies was amazing), to the Eighth Grade Celebration and 5th Grade Track Meet, plus the family camping trip, park days, Celebration of Talent and Learning Show, there is so much happening.

Next week we are also running registration for the Enrichment Classes. Here is some info and reminders.

Spring Registration:

• Class descriptions are below and in AL*e
• Day 1 – 1 class - June 5th at 8:00am the window opens, this will hopefully enable everyone to get their first-choice class
• Day 2 – 2 more (3 total) - June 6th families will be able to add two more classes

Fall Registration:

• Day 1 – 3 total - September 9th at 8:00am the window will open again, classes will be at full capacity, families can add, drop and make changes
• Day 2 – open - September 10th families will be able to add classes that have openings beyond the 3, recommend 2-3 for Kindergarten, 3-4 for 1st to 3rd graders, 4-5 for 4th and 8th graders, and on campus 2-3 days, waitlists will start on this day in the Communicator Room

Registration Tools:

• AL*e Parent Login
• AL*e Parent Login Instructions
• How to Use AL*e to Register for Classes

Other notable considerations:

• Out of grade placement considerations happen after the registration windows are closed.
• We are setting the capacity to 70% capacity for this first round of registration. In September we will then increase all of the classes to their full capacity. This will allow for us to see what classes are popular, make adjustments where needed, and leave space for all families in the second round of registration, including new families.
• Other Enrichments- We will continue to add workshops, book clubs, general clubs, community partners, events, field trips, Come and Connect and other all-around great activities! Plus, we should be adding some staffing too, this will allow us to fill some gaps, especially for 4th and 5th grades.

Addressing some of your questions and feedback:

• We looked into the comprehensive middle school schedule conflicts with electives and our schedule. All of the middle schools have different schedules, multiple lunch periods, and just a few teachers offering those electives, so there is really no way to avoid the conflicts. If moved one way or the other on our schedule, it would just affect a different grade level on theirs.
• Again, we hope to add more classes in the fall through additional staffing. This is a regular cycle of things. We'll focus on campus, look into more 4th and 5th grade opportunities and hopefully add some art.
• Offering excursion and experiential place-based learning opportunities has always been a goal and intention of BFPP. Throughout our 10 years we have had many classes offered that are outdoor (yes, even in the winter months). This schedule reflects a return and enhancement of those learning opportunities. We value the amazing place we live in and while there are some families who can afford the outside providers that offer forest school and other outdoor opportunities not all families can. We have been attending PD, making connections with other ALE programs that offer outdoor school, and we are now leveling up. BFPP will always be innovating and finding ways to grow our practice and offerings.

In partnership and appreciation,

Dr. Kate

*Please take a close look at this schedule because it contains a few updates.*

6/1-6/3: Family Camping Trip

Mon. 6/2: 6-8th Theater Applications Due

Wed. 6/4: 5th Grade Track Meet

Wed. 6/4, 1-2pm: Storytelling

6/5-6/6: Registration Window

6/5-6/6, 10-12pm: Laptop Returns

Thurs. 6/5, 1pm: Learning Showcase

Fri. 6/6: Last Day of Classes

Thurs. 6/12, 11-12pm: 8th Grade Celebration

6/9-6/13: Learning Plan Meetings

Fri. 6/13: Last Day of School

Library and Curriculum Returns

Thank you to all the families that have been returning curriculum and library materials, let’s keep the momentum going!

Today was the last day to check out books from the upstairs library. We ask that all curriculum materials be returned next week or no later than your end of the year LPP meeting. If you plan to keep curriculum items for summer learning, please bring them in, or send Laura the title and barcode number so that they can be renewed.

Thank you for helping us to get an accurate inventory of our curriculum items, we appreciate your help.

It's finally here - CAMPING TIME! Time to pack the sunscreen, sleeping bags, and S'mores stuff!

If you are interested in joining the 6-8 Theatre Arts Class for the 2025-26 academic year, please fill out the application below, which replaces regular registration. This class has a high commitment level from students and families. We invite all students who are interested to apply.

Applications of interest are due Monday, June 2nd. There is a folder in Peggy’s office for paper copies, or you may send a digital copy to both Carol and Marci. You will hear back from us by Wednesday, June 4th, before the registration window opens for next fall.

Thursday, June 5th at 1pm

You're invited to come appreciate and enjoy the many talents of BFPP students. There will be performances, projects, and more!

Email Counselor Jess with questions.

Thursday, 6/5 and Friday, 6/6 from 10am-12pm downstairs in the Multipurpose Room.

Be sure to bring your student’s computer, bag and charger. All computers need to be returned before the end of the school year. You do not keep them over break, as they need to be reimaged by our Tech Team. If you can’t make it at those times, drop them by the front desk with Laura and make a note if the computer is damaged in any way, so it can be repaired. Thank you!

Are you still interested in a study abroad experience with your BFPP community?

Join us for continued conversation with interested community members:

Monday, June 9th at 12:00 on Zoom at: https://bellinghamschools.zoom.us/my/brookewertz

We'll discuss best next steps.

We look forward to hearing your thoughts!

Reach out with additional wonders to Leslie Reed (BFPP parent) or Brooke Wertz (BFPP teacher).

Our 8th grade celebration will be held on Thursday, June 12th at 11am-12pm in the gym.

Please contact Annie with questions.

The Bellingham Parks & Recreation Department offers a $200 per person annual scholarship to those who qualify and reside within Bellingham city limits. The scholarship money can be used to register for Arne Hanna Aquatic Center programs as well as Parks and Rec programs, including the many camps listed below. The $200 scholarship is good for the calendar year, January through December. Click here for scholarship criteria and applications.

Bellingham Public Library's summer reading program is underway! Stop by Laura's desk at BFPP to pick up Reading BINGO cards, or visit the library's website to print your own at home.

🌲 New! Homeschool Enrichment at Firs & Fiddleheads 🌲

Forest Homeschool Enrichment Program - Grow With Us in the Forest!

After years of nurturing the youngest explorers, Firs & Fiddleheads is delighted to expand our community with a brand-new Homeschool Enrichment program. These classes, inspired by the success with our forest preschool, offer hands-on, nature-based learning for children ages 6–11. We currently have 6 openings for our 1:30–4:00 pm sessions, available Monday/Tuesday or Wednesday/Thursday.

Have little ones, too? Our Wednesday/Thursday preschool sessions run at the same time for easy drop-off for the whole family.

Tuition is $230/month for 2 days/week, with fall and spring semesters.
Email our director at cameron@thefirs.org to learn more, schedule a tour, or secure your spot.

Newsletter contributions always welcome! Please send items of interest to our school community to Heidi Zollner.

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