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📸 Picture Day Event

Wednesday, August 12, 2026, Scheduled by grade level:

• 12th Grade: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
• 11th Grade: 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
• 9th Grade: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
• 10th Grade: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

📝 Schedule Correction Day

Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM in main gym. Please review the important event information in the Counselor's Corner below.

🏫Freshmen Transition Day

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, see additional information below

🏫Back-to-School Open House

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

🏫Class of 2027 Senior Seminar

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 5:00-6:00 PM in BHS Auditorium, see additional information in 'Counselor's Corner'.

🏫Class of 2030 Freshman Foundation

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:00 PM-7:00 PM in BHS Auditorium, see additional information in the 'Counselor's Corner'.

🏫1st Day of School for ALL Students

Thursday, August 20, 2026 (2026-2027 Bell Schedule)

📸 Picture Make-Up Day

Monday, August 24, 2026, 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM, Students will be called down alphabetically by last name.

🚫No School, Labor Day

Monday, September 7, 2026

• Sara Friest, Library Media Assistant
• Michele Massey, Music-Choir Teacher
• Mil Santos, Math Teacher
• Jake Varnon, Campus Security
• Jenni Zambrano, World Language Teacher

Berthoud High School will host its annual Back to School Picture Day on Wednesday, August 12, for all students. These photos will be used for the yearbook and the required student ID so attendance is essential.

⏰ Grade-Level Photo Schedule:

• 12th Grade: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

• 11th Grade: 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
• 9th Grade: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
• 10th Grade: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

📋 What to Expect:

• Students will enter the main gym through the southeast side door (signs will be posted).

• Students will then proceed directly to a photographer.

• If you are a freshman or new to Thompson School District, after getting your picture taken you will stop at the ITS table to collect your Chromebook. (Please see additional important Chromebook distribution details below.)

• Once students have taken their photo and collected their Chromebook, if needed, they will exit through the west gym doors.

🔒 Additional Notes:

• No entry will be permitted into other areas of the building during this event.

• School tours will not be available at this time.

We look forward to seeing all of our Spartans back in the building soon!

9th Grade Information:

All 9th graders will receive a new chromebook as they enter BHS this year, which will remain with them through their senior year (students also have the option as seniors to register to retain their devices after graduation).

BHS is distributing these devices during our picture day event on Wednesday, August 12. ALL FRESHMEN WHO ATTENDED A TSD SCHOOL FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL MUST BRING THEIR CURRENTLY HELD DEVICE WITH THEM IN ORDER TO BE ISSUED THEIR NEW DEVICE. Students DO NOT need to bring their charger with them but instead will keep it to use with the new device. If a student has lost/damaged their charger, the school can issue them a new one for a $25 fee, or a family can choose to privately replace the charger via a nearby or online retailer. Chargers should be 65 watt. If your 9th grade student has concerns about a damaged or misplaced device or charger, please contact carin.barrett@tsd.org.

9th graders new to TSD will receive a new device and charger.

New Students Entering 10th-12th Grade Information:

If you are in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade and new to Thompson School District, please plan to pick up your school-issued chromebook and charger at our picture day event. Once your photo is taken, stop by the chromebook distribution table before exiting the gym. If you are unable to attend this event, please plan to visit the library during our Back to School Open House on Wednesday, August 19 to be issued one. If you are new to BHS but not TSD and do not have a school issued Chromebook, please contact Ms. Barrett at carin.barrett@tsd.org ASAP.

To enhance safety and reduce traffic congestion for our students, staff, and visitors, please review our campus entry and dismissal procedures below.

Traffic & Drop-Off Procedures

• Front Loop: The front loop entry is strictly reserved for school buses.

• Passenger Vehicles: All non-bus vehicles must enter via the east parking lot and proceed counter-clockwise around the building (see attached map).

• Student Drop-Off: Parents and guardians dropping off students must use the one-way drop-off lane at the northwest corner of the building. Please follow posted directional signage.

Building Entry Points

• Morning Arrival: Before 8:40 AM, students may enter through either the front main doors or the northwest corner door.

• Late Arrival: After 8:40 AM, all late-arriving students must enter exclusively through the front main doors.

• Restricted Doors: Students are not permitted to enter through the east side doors or the rear "commons" doors at any time.

We greatly appreciate your continued support to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors.

We are excited to welcome you as a 9th grader to Berthoud High School! Our freshmen transition day will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Please read the details below:

• Arrive at the front entrance between 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM; our work for the day will begin promptly at 9:40 AM.
• Bussing is available for this date.
• Bring a writing utensil.
• Put your phone away for the day; they will not be allowed in classrooms.
• Lunch and breakfast are free in the cafeteria.
• Dismissal is at 1:00 PM; buses will arrive at that time.
• Regular bell schedule starts on Thursday, August 20.

We look forward to meeting you!

We are excited to welcome all BHS families to our Back to School Open House on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, from 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM.

This is a great opportunity to:

• Take a self-guided tour of the building
• Visit your student's classrooms
• Meet their 1st semester teachers for the 2026-2027 school year

We hope to see you there as we kick off a successful school year together!

Reminder: Student pictures will be taken during the Back to School Picture Day event on Wednesday, August 12 from 9 AM - 12 PM. Please refer to the event details listed above for specific grade-level time slots.

Parents/Guardians, if you will be attending BHS's open house with your student and they currently DO NOT have a Berthoud Community Library card, please plan to stop at their table to sign up for one! The BPLD offers valuable scholarly database access for academic research that students do not have through school resources, and will be at BHS that afternoon to ensure students can easily get cards. If your student has a library card but has not used it in more than three years, they may need to sign up again.

Mondays (46-Minute Periods)

• Period 1: 8:30 AM – 9:16 AM
• Period 2: 9:21 AM – 10:07 AM
• Period 3: 10:12 AM – 10:58 AM
• Period 4: 11:03 AM – 11:49 AM
• Lunch: 11:54 AM – 12:26 PM
• Period 5: 12:31 PM – 1:17 PM
• Period 6: 1:22 PM – 2:08 PM
• Period 7: 2:13 PM – 2:59 PM
• Period 8: 3:04 PM – 3:50 PM

Tuesdays & Thursdays (89-Minute Periods)

• Period 1: 8:30 AM – 9:59 AM
• Period 3: 10:04 AM – 11:33 AM
• Lunch: 11:38 AM – 12:10 PM
• Period 5: 12:14 PM – 1:43 PM
• Period 7: 1:48 PM – 3:17 PM
• ELO: 3:22 PM – 3:50 PM (28 mins)

Wednesdays (Late Start / 82-Minute Periods)

• Late Start: 8:05 AM – 9:25 AM
• Period 2: 9:30 AM – 10:52 AM
• Period 4: 10:57 AM – 12:19 PM
• Lunch: 12:24 PM – 12:56 PM
• Period 6: 1:01 PM – 2:23 PM
• Period 8: 2:28 PM – 3:50 PM

Fridays (89-Minute Periods)

• Period 2: 8:30 AM – 9:59 AM
• Period 4: 10:04 AM – 11:33 AM
• Lunch: 11:38 AM – 12:10 PM
• Period 6: 12:14 PM – 1:43 PM
• Period 8: 1:48 PM – 3:17 PM
• ELO: 3:22 PM – 3:50 PM (28 mins)

Click or tap the 2026-2027 Bell Schedule image to open a high-resolution, print-ready copy.

Hello Spartan Families & Student-Athletes!

We are excited to announce that athletic registrations are moving to our new platform, Arbiter!

To make sure your athlete is ready for the upcoming season, please review the registration steps and requirements below.

📋 How to Register

1. Visit the Athletics Page: Go to the BHS Athletics Page for all registration details and links.

2. Complete Registration Early: Registration must be fully completed before any student can participate in practices or tryouts.

3. Get Cleared: Once submitted and approved, your athlete will be added to the official clearance list.

⚠️ Important Reminder: Coaches will receive an updated list of cleared athletes prior to the first day of practice. If an athlete is not on the cleared list, they will not be allowed to practice until all steps are complete. Don't wait until the last minute!

If you have any questions or need assistance with the new platform, please contact Arbiter Registration Support at 800-311-4060 or registration@arbitersports.com. All other questions or assistance, please reach out to Mary Bunker, BHS Athletic Secretary at 970-613-7702 or mary.bunker@tsd.org.

Go Spartans!

Berthoud High School is excited to announce that GoFan is our new online ticketing platform for the 2026–2027 school year. Students, adults, and seniors can conveniently purchase athletic passes or single-game tickets online.

🎟️ Purchase tickets and passes here:
https://gofan.co/app/school/CO11654

Your digital pass or ticket will be scanned at the gate for entry to home athletic events.

Please Note: Athletic passes are not valid for CHSAA postseason or special events, including regional, state, or Final Four competitions.

Thank you for supporting Spartan Athletics! We look forward to seeing you at our events.

Berthoud High School Athletic Boosters is looking for volunteers to work the concessions stand during home athletic events. Please click on the link below to sign up to earn money for your team (Students not on a team are also welcome to help to earn volunteer hours).

August 20th Girls Volleyball: Music Program Working

August 27th Girls Volleyball: Cross Country Working

August 28th Football: Baseball Working

September 3rd Girls Volleyball: Music Program Working

September 18th Football: Girls Soccer Working

September 22nd Girls Volleyball: Cross Country Working

September 25th Football: Cheer Working

October 2nd Football: Baseball Working

October 15th Football: Wrestling Working

• Saturday, August 15th & Tuesday, August 18th

• 9 AM - 1 PM

• $30

• East Parking Lot

• Applications are available in the Counseling Office, Class of 2027 Google Classroom, or by email, Ms. Fowler: stevie.fowler@tsd.org

• Seniors must have approved designs and pay before the start of the painting process.

Schedule Corrections

• Tuesday, August 18, 1:30 - 3:30 PM, BHS Large Gym

• Primarily for Juniors and Seniors

• Schedules will be released in Infinite Campus on Tuesday, August 11th at 4:00 PM

• Details of what constitutes a change and more information

Class of 2027 Senior Seminar

• Student & Parent/Guardian Meeting

• Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM, in the BHS Auditorium

• Items to be discussed:

• Name Check for Diplomas

• Senior Timeline for ALL Seniors

• Graduation Requirements

• CDE Competencies

• ICAP and ELO

• Community Service

• Counselor Senior Meeting

• 4-Year College Intro

Class of 2030 Freshman Foundation

• Student & Parent/Guardian Meeting

• Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM, in the BHS Auditorium

• Items to be discussed:

• How to stay on track with graduation requirements

• Community Service

• ICAP

• ELO and Freshman Academy

• Parent Portal--attendance, grades, and transcripts

College Search Kick-Off!

• Hosted by ROAR (Regional Officers of Admission of the Rockies)

• Thursday, August 27

• 5:30 - 7:00 PM

• Liberty Common High School, 2745 Minnesota Dr., Fort Collins, CO 80525

• Register here and learn more about the participating universities

Concurrent Enrollment Resources

• The Deadline for Concurrent Enrollment Registration has passed for Fall 2026. Please keep an eye out for Spring 2027 Registration.

• Visit the Concurrent Enrollment Resources website for all the important dates and information needed to register for Campus Select Classes for the Fall 2026 Semester.

• Schedule a Virtual Meeting with our Front Range Community College Representative, Gaby Tabor: Gaby Tabor’s Virtual Bookings Page

Algebra 1 Opt-Out Form:

• For current Freshmen

• Students/Parents may choose NOT to receive high school credit for qualifying middle school courses.

• The High School Credit for Middle School Courses Opt-Out Form.

• The deadline to submit this form is the last day of the student’s freshman year

Counseling Amazon Wish List:

• Support the counseling department.

• We have a Counseling Wish List where you can purchase items that we use for our Peer Support Counselor Program and Beyond.

• Thank you for your Support!

All students and staff who drive to Berthoud High School are required to display a parking permit in their vehicle to park on campus.

🔗 Register your vehicle here: http://bit.ly/bhspermit
📍Or use the QR code posted near the main office.

• Permits are FREE for the first issue.

• Replacement permits are $2.00 each.

• Once your form has been processed, you will be called to the office to pick up your permit.

• Permits are valid until graduation and must be returned at that time.

Why is this necessary?
For the safety of our students and staff, we must have information for every vehicle on campus. Vehicles without a permit or those violating parking rules may receive a BHS Parking Violation.

• 1st Offense: $20.00 fine

• Fines increase for second and third violations

• Fines must be paid to the Bookkeeping Office within 14 days

Serious or repeated violations may result in the loss of parking privileges.

If you have any questions, please contact Campus Security.

Student course fees and any outstanding fees will be posted after the second week of school to your students account. You may submit payment online through the parent portal or by check to the school with your students ID number noted.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our bookkeeper:

📞 970-613-7726
📧 jennifer.gordon@tsd.org

Thank you for taking care of these balances promptly!

There are two types of academic fees assessed to district students: the Instructional Materials Fee and the School Fee. Please click the link below to review Thompson School District's policy and the associated costs for these fees: https://www.tsd.org/family/guide/student-fees

For the 2026-2027 school year, the Thompson School District will provide access to free meals for all students through the Healthy School Meals for All program. This program ensures enrolled students are provided free breakfast and lunch, regardless of family income.

Although all students will receive access to free meals, it’s still important for households to provide their income information when requested. Gathering this information allows the Thompson School District to receive the state and federal funding we qualify for. These funds go directly to schools to help cover the cost of meals and support after-school activities and other programs for students. Plus, qualifying households may be eligible for Summer EBT benefits, receive discounted or waived school fees, etc. Providing household income information ensures you and your school receive all available financial support. ***All household income information is confidential and will not be shared without your consent.***

The attachments contain more information on the application, and instructions for applying. While the following pages may reference eligibility for free or reduced-price school meals, access to breakfast and lunch will be provided free to all students regardless of household income.

We provide meals that meet or exceed the US Department of Agriculture nutrition standards and Dietary Guidelines for Americans. This year we are also increasing our items from local farmers and producers. You can be confident your children are getting quality meals while saving your family time and money.

Use the link below to apply online, or you may pick up a paper application at any TSD school or the Support Services Center and return or mail it to 2890 North Monroe Avenue Loveland, CO 80538.

26-27 Meal Application: https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new

Attachments:
Extended_Eligibility_Form_26-27_%28BOTH%29.pdf
Letter_to_Households_26-27_%28ENGLISH%29.pdf

Letter_to_Households_26-27_%28SPANISH%29.pdf
Sharing_Information_Letter_26-27_%28ENGLISH%29.pdf
Sharing_Information_Letter_26-27_%28SPANISH%29.pdf
Step-By-Step_Instructions.English.pdf
Step-By-Step_Instructions.Spanish.pdf

Counseling Registrar: (970)613-7711

Counseling Secretary: (970)613-7710

Office Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:00 am - 4:00 pm W

School Hours: 8:30 am - 3:50 pm M, T, Th, F & 9:30 am - 3:50 pm W

Doors open for students: 8:15 am M, T, Th, F & 9:15 am W

Website: https://www.thompsonschools.org/berthoudhs
Location: 850 Spartan Ave, Berthoud, CO, USA
Phone: (970)613-7700