Bobcat Blast

June 15, 2023

June 5, 2025

Principal's Message

Dear Bethany Elementary Families,

As we wrap up this school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've all been part of. This will be our last newsletter this year, but please stay tuned in August for the latest updates and information to kick off the new school year.

Our Grad Walk yesterday was a truly special, full-circle moment as former students, now graduating seniors, walked the halls of Bethany one last time. Our current students lined the halls with signs, smiles, and applause. This was a beginning of a new tradition, and I express my gratitude to the Westview/Bethany parents who helped facilitate this event. It was a wonderful opportunity for our youngest Bobcats to envision their future and for our graduates to reconnect with their former teachers. It was deeply meaningful for many staff members as well. Here is a quick video of the Celebration.

A big THANK YOU to our Field Day Volunteers and to Mr. Stoller, Mrs. Springer, Mrs. Decker, and Mrs. Nuño. Their hard work and dedication in planning and organizing the event made it a memorable day for everyone involved.

I've received some questions about staffing for next year. While all assignments are tentative and may change in August after our enrollment numbers are confirmed, here are a few certainties:

Good News: John Plunkett will be returning!
Our Academic Coach, Vanessa Rousseau, is retiring, as previously announced.
Sadly, three current staff members will not be with us next year. Jeanne Woods, who was subbing for Mr. Plunkett, will be retiring for real this time! Georgine Thompson, our half-time learning specialist, was in a temporary position, and we wish her well in her future endeavors. Our Social Worker, Danielle Klassen, has resigned her position in BSD to grow her consulting business. They will all be dearly missed!

We will be hosting a Back-to-School event before the first day, allowing you and your child to meet the teacher, see the classroom, and connect with one another. The dates are to-be-determined, and I will send a Save-the-Date message before the end of June.

To our Fifth Graders (and families), we will miss you, but know you are ready for everything ahead! It was my privilege to be part of your elementary years and see how much you’ve grown. Know that you have a whole school full of people who care about you and who will be cheering you on. Mark your calendars for June of 2032 when you come back for your Grad Walk! :)

Sincerely,

Ms. Toni Rosenquist

Thank you for being a part of our community. We look forward to welcoming you back in August!

School Yearbooks

The school yearbooks are here and have been delivered to the classroom if you ordered one.

We do have a few extras to sell in the office. They will also be selling them tomorrow after school in the front yard. Cost is $20.00

Cover Winners Announced

Congratulations to our Yearbook Cover Winners:

Front Cover: Lucy Logue (4th Grade)

Back Cover: Cecilia Dumlao (4th Grade)

They received their books yesterday and had to keep the secret until today. Great job Girls!

Thank you to everyone who submitted a cover this year.

Field Day Recap

A huge shoutout to all the incredible volunteers who made Field Day on Tuesday such a success!

The weather was perfect, the teachers hosted lovely lunch picnics out front, and the students had an absolute blast.

Check out this Instagram Video for a small glimpse into the day.

Last Day of School Volunteers

To Help with the amount of visitors and volunteers we have coming on Tuesday....

We want to encourage you to download the Raptor Safe App. We have had great success using the app with parents and it made the process of signing in at school so fast. No more long lines waiting at the iPad. You can also use this app at all of the schools in the district.

The Raptor Safe app is available for download in the app store! You will need to download the app, and create an account using your driver’s license or another government-issued ID. The app will generate a QR code for easy scanning that you can sign in at the iPad with, saving time.

Getting Started
To download the app, please visit https://raptortech.com/raptorsafe-app/.

Step by Step instructions to create your account:
Create Your Account

Library Corner

Level up your reading at the public library during the summer break

Dear Bobcats,

It has been a great year of reading, discovering new genres and improving reading skills.

📚Keep reading this summer through the Summer reading programs at Washington County Public Libraries and Barnes& Nobles or by reading your way through the Reading Bingo!
📚Check out the OBOB 2025-26 book selection to get ready for the next OBOB season.
📚Claim your prize books for reading from the public library & B&N!

Washington County Public Libraries

Bethany and Cedar Mill Libraries

Summer Reading Logs

Barnes And Noble Summer Reading Program

Destiny Home Page with Links and Book Recommendations

Have a great summer of adventures☀️!

Ms. Hussain

Bethany Library Media Center

2025-2026 School Year Information

We are now accepting enrollments for Kindergarten - 5th grade for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child is enrolled currently, they will roll up automatically. You do not need to re-enroll them.

Kindergarten in Private School: Do you have a child or neighbor in Kindergarten at a private school this year, who will be coming to Bethany for 1st grade? Please encourage them to get registered now.

If you will be moving this summer and your child will not be attending Bethany next year, please let us know. You can send an email to BTHY-Communications@beaverton.k12.or.us

Enrollment for 2025-26 School Year

Free Lunches During The Summer

The Beaverton School District is serving free lunches for all children (ages 1-18). Adults can eat lunch for $5 per meal. No application or registration is necessary. In addition to lunch, some sites will offer breakfast in conjunction with scheduled summer school programs.

Lunch is being served on Monday through Thursday at the following sites.

Aloha-Huber Park K-8 School (June 23-July 17)
Beaver Acres Elementary School (June 23-July 17)
Beaverton City Park (June 16-August 7)
Cedar Hills Recreation Center (June 16-August 7)
Elmonica Elementary School (June 23-July 17)
Greenway Elementary School (June 23-July 17)
Hazeldale Elementary School (June 23-July 17)
Southridge High School (June 16-August 7)
Vose Elementary School (June 23-July 17)
Westview High School (June 16-August 7)
William Walker Elementary School (June 23-July 17)

Check the Summer Meal Program webpage for dates and times plus menus. There’s also an interactive map on our website that shows the locations within the district. In addition, you can call 211, and an operator can assist you in finding a site in your area.

Free Rec Mobile Camp

Vista Brook Park

THPRD is offering a FREE Rec Mobile Summer Camp at Vista Brook Park!

***For ages 6 - 10 years old must have completed first grade.***

There are several options available from throughout the weeks of 07/07 to 08/18.

More information is found here!

Family Eligibility:

Live in low-income housing
Are in unhoused status
Qualify for THPRD's Financial Aid Program

There is nothing better than summer camp for trying new things and doing the things we love: crafts, sports, games, science, cooking, art and so much more!

Bring a lunch, snack, sunscreen, a water bottle daily, and closed-toe shoes!

Fill out the application and send to C.Guajardo@thprd.org

For more information or questions please call, Garden Home Recreation Center at 503-629-6341.