Bethel High Bison News
Oct. 5th
Fall Conferences - Oct. 28th and 29th
Fall conferences are scheduled on Oct. 28th through Oct. 30th. Our late night will be on Wednesday October 28th until 7:00pm. Below are specific times for each day:
Wednesday Oct. 28th - 11:00 - 3:00 and 4:00 - 7:00
Thursday Oct. 29th - 11:00 - 2:45
Friday Oct. 30th - By appointment only.
Fall conferences will be an open house format where you have the opportunity to talk with each of your students' teachers. You will receive a copy of their current grades upon entering the building. Students will be on a modified half day schedule to accommodate for fall conferences.
Picture Re-take Day - Oct. 12th
Picture Re-take Day is scheduled for 10/12 for students who have not yet taken their picture this school year or want to re-take their picture.
*Running Start Students who do not have classes in the building are scheduled for photos from 9:00am - 10:00am and will need to check in with campus safety at the South Side Student entry and will need to exit the building immediately after getting their photo taken
Direct link for school picture orders :https://www.prepaysystems.com/view/YGXse4xW/bethel-high-school
Congratulations to our BHS Bison Marching Band!
- The Bison Marching Band will be performing in exhibition for their very first marching band competition on Saturday October 10th at the Sunset Festival of Bands in Sumner! The band will be performing at 10:15 AM as well as 4:05 PM at Sunset Chev Stadium. Come support BMB! (Ticket information found at https://sunsetfestivalofbands.org/current-info)
- Congratulations to the BHS Wind Ensemble for being selected to perform at the 2027 PLU Band Invitational on March 12th!
Drama Club Paint & Set Work Days — Volunteers Wanted!
Come help us build the world of Seussical! Drama Club is looking for student volunteers to help with set construction, painting, props, and other backstage projects. No theatre or construction experience is necessary, we'll teach you what you need to know!
Friday Work Days: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, Oct. 9, Oct. 23, Oct. 30, and Nov. 6.
Regular Friday work calls are after school from 2:20–4:45 PM. Students can come for one day or multiple days, and volunteer hours are available for time worked.
Special All-Hands Build Day: Friday, Oct. 30 beginning at 11:00 AM.
Come ready to work in clothes and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty or covered in paint. You do not need to be a member of the Seussical cast or crew to volunteer!
Homecoming 2026
Spirit Week Survey
Hey Bison! Do you want to be a part of choosing Spirit Week? Fill out the form at this LINK to vote on a Spirit Day dress-up theme for our upcoming Homecoming Spirit Week!
Dance - October 17, 2026
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Doors will open at 7:00, and students need to enter by 8:30 p.m. If students leave, they cannot return to the dance.
Ticket Sales
Oct. 1st - Oct. 15th
$10 w/ASB and $15 w/o ASB
**Sales will end at 12:00pm on Oct. 15th & there will be no exceptions**
Guest Passes
Oct. 1st - Oct. 14th
Guest passes can be picked up in the Main Office and must be returned to the Main Office no later than 12:00pm on Wednesday Oct. 14th. Guest tickets cannot be purchased until their pass has been approved.
Criteria to Purchase Tickets
- Students cannot owe ANY fines
- Students can have no more than one failing grade
- Students cannot have any 2026-27 trimester 1 discipline (no refunds)
When entering the dance, students must have a photo ID and the ticket issued to them.
Students who are relying on families to pick them up, must be picked up no later 10:15 p.m.
The PSAT is coming!
PSAT Date Change!
We’ll be offering the PSAT on October 27th, and registration is now open through October 10th.
The PSAT is a great opportunity to prepare for the ACT and SAT. Additionally, juniors who take the PSAT may qualify for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition that provides recognition and scholarship opportunities.
If you’re interested in taking the PSAT, please stop by Mrs. Silverio’s office in ASB to register.
Cost: $18
After School Study Support
Need a quiet place to focus after school? Join Mrs. Nugent in the Library Monday through Thursday from 2:20–4:30 for a calm study environment, perfect if home is full of distractions. Whether you’re working on homework, reading, or preparing for a test, this is your time to stay on track. An activity bus will be available each day to take you home afterward.
Math Support During Lunch - Wednesdays
Need help in your math class? Come to Math Center during your lunch in room 1201 on Wednesdays!
Cambridge News
Please watch your school email for communications from our new coordinator, Mr. Hopfenbeck. He will also be adding you all to a Cambridge Canvas Course where you can get program announcements, information, and schedule meetings with him.
- Brochures with information on ordering your graduation cap and gown from Jostens are available at the campus safety kiosk. The information can also be found online here: Bethel Graduation Information. Why should you order now?
- Lock in group pricing before increases take effect.
- Receive your graduation apparel and keepsakes on time.
- Access the widest selection of graduation products and packages.
- Avoid potential product limited availability later in the school year.
Graduation will be here before you know it. We encourage all families to review the available options and complete their order as soon as possible.
Questions? Contact Jostens at rick.morton.office@jostens.com or call/text (253) 346-1755.
- Yearbook Senior Photo Submission Date: Dec. 31st - Submit your high resolution photo (i.e. 5MB) through the QR code below
- Senior Prom - May 15th at the Tacoma Art Museum
- TENTATIVE Graduation Date - Jun 9th
Thank you to our families! - C/O 2027 would like to thank all of the Parents/Guardians/Families who so graciously donated food/drink items and/or their time to help set up/clean up for the Senior Sunrise. We really appreciated the goodies and help so that we could enjoy our day! Thank you!
Yearbook Senior Photo QR Code
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Senior Ad QR Code
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FBLA Sponsors EVERFI Digital Online Classes
BHS FBLA Club is sponsoring EVERFI digital online classes for all BHS students. Students can earn industry recognized certificates in business and finance at no cost (free). These certificates can be used for job applications, resumes, college applications, scholarship applications and your Student Led Conference. EVERFI also sponsors Scholarships and Contests for students.
HOSA
HOSA meets on Tuesdays in room 1312! Our next meeting will be October 6th. Come to learn about what HOSA does and the cool competitions you can participate in. See Mrs. Frady for more info.
Future Farmers of America (FFA) Meeting - Thursday
Wednesday is Taste WA Day! celebrate local food products in schools
Thursday FFA chapter meeting after school until 4:30pm in room 1316
National Honor Society
The next NHS meeting is in room 1206 on Wednesday October 14.
2:30 till 4:00.
BHS Mariachi
Bethel Mariachi meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in RM 1121! We would love to have you join us!
Contact Us
Website: bethelsd.org/bhs
Location: 7718 224th St E, Graham WA 98338
Phone: (253) 800-7000