12/15/2024 BCHS Weekly Newsletter

We are nearing the end of the fall semester! On Monday and Tuesday, students will remain in their fifth period classes during Flex time to study or complete any outstanding projects or essays.

Final exams will take place on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and we will follow a minimum day schedule. Classes will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m., so please ensure students arrive on time, as tardy sweeps will occur at the start of the school day.

Encourage your student to dedicate time to studying for finals to ensure they are fully prepared to perform their personal best.

Looking ahead to January, please note that students will be required to display their ID cards upon entering campus. Consequences will be enforced for students who fail to comply with this policy.

Thank you for your continued support in making this semester a success.

Best regards,

Principal

Julie Hummel

Ms. Kelly Smith is one of the great teachers here at Bear Creek High School. Many students often say that they learn so many culinary techniques from her class and that they enjoy being in the kitchen because of her. Her methods of teaching are methodical and anyone can follow along and learn from her. She also contributes to the amazing culture here at the Creek and we are lucky to have her.

Mr. Lisa Charboneau is a paraeducator here at Bear Creek. She is always the first person to step up and help whenever there is a difficult situation in the classroom. She cares deeply about the students she works with and always has a great attitude.

When you see Ms. Kelly Smith and Ms. Lisa Charboneau, please congratulate them on being Staff Member of the Week and thank them for all that they do for the BC Community.

AP Exam Fees may be paid on the BCHS Webstore. Students should check the AP List posted on the Counseling webpage to verify opted-in exams and opted-out exams, along with their fees. As a reminder, any changes being requested after the November order deadline will be subject to College Board’s $40 change fee, which Bear Creek cannot waive.

No payments will be accepted in person - use the webstore link ONLY. Payments may be made in increments.

Students will receive exam room and seating assignment tickets in the weeks just prior to

their exams.

Final payments are due by March 7, 2025. Please see Mr. Sosa or Ms. Figueroa in the Counseling Office if there are any questions. Good luck, AP Students!

1. Create a "Warm Wishes" Journal
   Write daily reflections on moments of joy or kindness this winter. Focus on how the season inspires hope, generosity, or togetherness.

2. "Winter Warmth" Collage
   Design a collage or graphic showcasing what brings you comfort and happiness during winter. Include things like family traditions, cozy moments, or holiday lights.

3. Holiday Kindness Jar
   Classes can work together to make a "Holiday Kindness Jar." Each student contributes ideas or stories of holiday acts of kindness to read aloud during a festive moment.

4. "12 Days of Wellness" Challenge
   Create a list of 12 small, self-care or kindness tasks for each day leading up to winter break, such as writing a thank-you note, enjoying a hot drink, or watching a favorite winter movie.

These activities are aimed at fostering mindfulness, self-care, and community spirit during the winter holiday season!

Each year, the district desires to obtain community input to measure parent and family engagement, including how well the district builds relationships between school staff and families, builds partnerships for student outcomes, and seeks input for decision-making. Each year the district collects this information in part using the Parent Climate Survey. This survey also helps determine the allocation of services included in the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), and is used to evaluate the School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for each Title I school site. It is a valuable source of information, and we hope that you take the time to answer thoughtfully. The survey should take about 15 minutes to complete. The survey will be available from December 9th to December 20th. This link will take you to the survey. Your responses will remain anonymous.

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback!

If you have any questions, contact Uve Dahmen.

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.

SHEC is an opportunity for students to learn about long-term career goals, financial aid, health professions, community service, and resilience. They aim to provide resources and insights from diverse students and professionals in the medical field who understand the challenges faced by those from underrepresented communities.

SHEC is on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM at San Joaquin Delta College. The conference will feature guest speakers, interactive workshops, and insightful panel discussions.

As part of the event, They will also be hosting a raffle giveaway to support students’ educational and professional aspirations!

The best part? This event is entirely FREE! However, registration is required, and students can sign up online in advance via Eventbrite (Register here). Please note that after the first 130 registrations, students will be placed on a waitlist, so we encourage early registration to guarantee a spot at the event.

For more information, please feel free to visit there Instagram page: @shec2025.futureofhealthcare.

Workshops designed to prepare students for higher education weather it be a 2 year school, 4 year university, or CTE/trade school.

Classes run from January 21 – May 16

• February 9 - Last day to drop WITHOUT a W
• February 10 - Census date (no more late adds; students receive letter grades for courses)
• March 19 - Last day to drop WITH a W

The Key Dates for Spring term are available here.

Priority Registration for DEP students begins October 25! The Steps to Join are here: https://pdcdeltacollege.com/ces/dual-enrollment/

• Students with a current/active DEP form on file can just log into MyDelta on 10/25 to enroll
• Students new to Delta and DEP can begin with Step 1 now so they can get cleared in time for registration
• As usual, students should register early in online classes to ensure they get a spot in class. Seats in district shared online classes are first-come, first-served, and allotments can shift as seats are moved based on demand or released to waitlisted public students.

Campus safety and security is our priority, so when we return from Winter Break, Admin and Campus Security will be checking that all students have their physical ID card in order to enter campus. If a student lost their ID card, we will print them a new one and charge their student account $5 for the replacement.

• Download the RaiseRight APP – Google Play Store or Apple App Store
• Press Join a Program on the first screen of the App.
• Enter the - Enrollment Code - FZICN3HEICRZ -for you to purchase for yourself you will create an account with a PERSONAL email.
• Create an account with Name, Phone, and personal email address..
• It is that easy and you can start ordering instantly.
• On the APP go to SHOP at the bottom left or SEARCH your favorite retailers at the top.
• A personal bank account can be linked. RaiseRight partners with Plaid. This must be done before you place an order in the CART.

Go to the bottom right of the App press ACCOUNT>SETTINGS>PAYMENT OPTIONS

• If you are paying with a credit card or debit card, you will enter that at the CART when checking out.
• An eGift card when purchased will be INSTANTLY sent to your WALLET on the App.

• Chaperone (Dances, Field Trips, Co-Curricular Events...)
• Fundraising
• Teacher Appreciation Events
• Special School Events (Bruin Way Awards, Block BC Awards, International Rally...)
• Athletic Events
• Office Assistance
• College & Career Center
• Classroom Assistance
• Donations
• Love BC Campus Beautification Events

CLICK HERE to view the Athletic Calendar

CLICK HERE to see important Dates for 2024-2025

SAYSOMETHING picture is a link to the website

https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/say-something-tips/

Click Here to see past BCHS newsletters that were released