Timberwolf Times
FEBRUARY 2024
Remember to vote by Feb 11th!
Battle Ground Public Schools is asking voters to consider a replacement education and operations levy on the Feb. 11 ballot. Local levy funding helps to cover things the state doesn’t fully pay for, such as student safety, transportation, special education, updated curriculum, mental health and nursing supports, sports, arts and much more. Levy funding currently provides around 13% of the district’s overall budget.
Visit our website to learn more about the replacement levy, create a personalized cost estimate for your property and to view a video presentation. If you are eligible to vote but are not yet registered, you can still do so in person at the Clark County Elections office in Vancouver until 8 p.m. on election night.
WE ARE CONSIDERED A NORTH SCHOOL
Please make sure you are ready in the event of a school closure or delay. Review our weather guide.
Expect your bus to be at the stop at the delayed time. As an example if there is a two hour late start and the bus is normally at the stop at 8:30 then it will be 10:30. Please pay attention to the delay time communicated by the district.
If snow routes are in effect in the morning, those same buses will be on snow routes in the afternoon, too, regardless of the weather by that time. For snow routes, if your bus stop is different from your regular stop, then a guardian must meet their child at the snow route stop at the end of the day or the student will be transported back to school.
If snow routes are in effect in the morning, those same buses will be on snow routes in the afternoon, too, regardless of the weather by that time. For snow routes, if your bus stop is different from your regular stop, then a guardian must meet their child at the snow route stop at the end of the day or the student will be transported back to school.
Celebrating National School Counseling Week!
This week, we recognize and celebrate our amazing school counselor, Justine Cohen, for the invaluable support they provide to our students, staff, and families every day. From helping students navigate challenges to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment, their dedication makes a lasting impact. Thank you, Justine, for all you do to support our students' academic, social, and emotional success! If you see them this week, be sure to share your appreciation!
February 3rd-7th is National School Counseling Week! This year's theme is "School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive". If you have any questions about TVP's school counseling program, please reach out to Mrs. Cohen.
JUSTINE COHEN - M.A., N.C.C.
Pronouns: she/her/hers - what is this?
School Counselor - Tukes Valley Primary School
site: Counselors Website phone: (360) 885-6200 ext. 8049
School starts at 9:05 a.m. and dismisses at 3:40 p.m.
A student is considered tardy at 9:10 a.m. Please come into the office to sign in your student.
Late start Wednesdays school starts at 10:05 a.m.
Please look at the school calendar for more information on specifics.
Spring break: Monday, March 31, through Friday, April 4
No school Feb 17th.
No school May 26th
Last day of school: Tuesday, June 10 (assuming no added days for weather-related closures)
The tooth fairy will be visitng the kindergarten students on February 24th. The students will learn about tooth science experiments, proper brushing techniques, and fun teeth facts.
Each student can take one home with them. Included with the book, students receive a youth size toothbrush, dental floss, toothpaste, a tooth fairy wand pencil, and a 2-minute teeth brushing timer.
We're looking forward to a fun and educational day! Students will learn about insect life cycles and how their bodyparts help them to eat, move, and protect themselves. After a bug in the garden, students design and build their own bug out of model magic clay to take home. Two classes will attend on Feb 27th and Feb 28th.
To ensure a focused and distraction-free learning environment, students are not permitted to use phones or smartwatches while at school.
If a child becomes sick, injured, or is experiencing difficulties, a staff member will contact parents or guardians directly.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Store open January 31st- February 16th, 2025
Show off your school spirit with our exclusive merchandise! Don’t miss out—grab your gear while it lasts!
Want to send your child or a friend a special valentine?
Surprise them with a thoughtful teddy gram! The PTO is thrilled to offer this special way to make your child or friend feel extra special on Valentine's Day. You can either pay in person or use the attached QR code or Square link.
Details:
- Place order on: Thursday February 6th through Monday, February 10th at lunch time in the cafeteria or scan the attached QR code.
Delivery Date: Friday, February 14th, 2025
Cost: $ 2.50 for the teddy bear
Cost: $.50 for a strawberry lollipop
Event rescheduled
Our Talent Show, Spaghetti Feed and Silent Auction is being rescheduled for March! Stay tuned for more details coming soon.
This gives you extra time to perfect your performance and get ready to shine on stage! We can't wait to see your amazing talents.
Thank you for your patience and support!
If you are ready to share your talents with the school please sign up below:
https://tukesvalleypto.org/events-and-activities/
If you are interested in volunteering please sign up below:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C094DAFA829A1FCC43-54488040-spaghetti
We had a fabulous Kids Heart Challenge event. As a school we had 209 heart heroes registered and they raised $10,479.58!! What an amazing accomplishment and a wonderful day celebrating all their hard efforts. A BIG thank you to parents who helped support their child as they worked hard to be Heart Heroes! Job well done Timberwolves! Thank you gifts should be here in a couple weeks.
Enrollment open now
Children who will turn five years old by Aug. 31, 2025, are eligible to enroll in kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to enroll their child as soon as possible to ensure they can participate in key events leading up to the start of kindergarten, including orientation and JumpStart. Click here for more information https://www.battlegroundps.org/page/kindergarten
To enroll, parents will need proof of their child's birth date (such as a birth certificate) and a signed and completed Washington state Certificate of Immunization Status form. Please note that the State of Washington requires that immunization records be medically verified.
Enrollment opens Feb 3rd.
Battle Ground Public Schools offers Transitional Kindergarten for children who will turn 4 years old by Aug. 31 and meet certain eligibility requirements. Visit our Transitional Kindergarten webpage to learn more about the program. Applications will be accepted starting February 3rd.
Please make sure you either call us at #360-885-6200 or send an email to tvpoffice@battlegroundps.org
This will alleviate phone calls and emails. We appreciate your help.
- Please complete the online form.
- Bring your valid photo identification to any school or the district office for verification. These documents must be turned in BEFORE your application can be processed. Once all documents are turned in, it takes 7-10 business days for clearance.
- Washington residents* must present a valid Washington driver’s license or state ID card. By law, after you move to Washington state, you have 30 days to obtain your Washington driver’s license.
GET INVOLVED
Join our meetings in the library at 4 pm:
Feb 4th, 2025
March 4th, 2025
April 8th, 2025
May 6th, 2025
June 3, 2025
Have ideas and can't make the meeting, or want more information on the Tukes Valley PTO? We're an open book. Contact us at info@tukesvalleypto.org.
SIGN UP ONLINE
If you are interested in before or after school care - sign up now! You can use the Parent sign up form to begin the process today.
- Our phone number is 360-885-6200 and our hours are 8:30-4:30
- Please either send a note with your student or email the office @ tvpoffice@battlegroundps.org no later than 2:30 p.m. with a going home plan
- If your child has borrowed clothes from the health room please wash them and return to the school as soon as possible
- Call the office to excuse an absence within 72 hours
- Come into the office to sign your student in when they are tardy
- No school February 17th, 2025 - Presidents' Day
- Late start on Feb 12th, 19th, and Feb 26th
ABOUT US
Email: tvpoffice@battlegroundps.org
Website: https://tvp.battlegroundps.org/
Location: 20601 Northeast 167th Avenue, Battle Ground, WA, USA
Phone: 360-885-6200