BHS Monthly Newsletter

• April 6th - Parent Teacher Conference in the New Gym, 5-7pm
• April 6th - Senior parent and student meeting @ 7pm in the New Student Center
• April 22nd - SAT
• April 25th - Prom

Location: Waterfront Idaho Falls

Time: 6:00-10:00 pm

• April 29th - Make up SAT
  

A Look Ahead:

• May 19-20th - Seniors Finals
• May 21st - Senior One Team One Dream Walk
• May 25th - No School, Memorial Day
• May 26th - Senior Lagoon Trip
• May 26-27th - 11th-9th grade Finals
• May 27th - Senior Graduation Rehearsal
• May 27th - Last Day of School
• May 28th - Graduation at 7pm in the BPAC

Dear Senior Parents and Students,

Please be advised that the Senior Parent Meeting originally scheduled for March 30th, has been rescheduled.

To ensure everyone has the opportunity to attend, we have moved the meeting to the following date and time:

• New Date: Monday, April 6th

• Time: 7:00 PM

• Location: BHS Student Center

We will still be covering all the essential information regarding graduation, the all-night party, and other upcoming senior events.

We apologize for the short notice and any inconvenience this shift may cause. We look forward to seeing you all there next week!

Best regards,

BHS Senior Class Presidency

Celebrate Our Scholars and Supporters at the Bingham County Mayors’ Scholarship Gala!

This year, Blackfoot has the honor of hosting the annual Bingham County Mayors’ Scholarship Gala. This special event is dedicated to recognizing the generous donors throughout Bingham County who make these scholarships possible, and celebrating the outstanding seniors who have been selected to receive them.

Join us to celebrate the achievements of our graduating seniors and express appreciation to the community members and organizations who support their educational goals.

Gala Details

• When: April 16 at 6:00 PM
• Where: The BPAC

Attendance Information

• Required: All seniors who have received a Bingham County Mayors’ Scholarship are required to attend.
• Invited: Community members, families, and anyone interested are warmly invited to attend and help us celebrate our students and donors.

Turn textbooks into real-world experiences by joining the Costa Rica Spring Break 2027 trip! This educational adventure is open to both students and parents.

Escape the classroom and step into a living laboratory where adventure meets education in Costa Rica. Imagine hiking active volcanoes, ziplining through mist-covered cloud forests, and studying vibrant biodiversity, all while immersing yourself in the "Pura Vida" culture.

Ready to explore?

To view the full tour details and sign up, please visit the official Explorica page: Explorica Tour Details.

Congratulations to our FCCLA students who competed in State STAR Events in March! A team of three students qualified to move on to Nationals in Washington, D.C., in July.

• Qualified for Nationals (Gold Medalists):
  • Koryn Hill, Molly Whyte, and Kamryn Williams earned Gold in Repurpose and Redesign, Level3.
• Silver Medalists:
  • Natalie Moreno (Career Investigation)
  • Denise Corona and Jolie James (Interior Design)
  • Hadie Shawver and Emerson Williams (Repurpose and Redesign, Level 2)
• Bronze Medalist:
  • Marlee Stewart (Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation)

There are six weeks left for this year’s Idaho Teen Reading Challenge. Here are a few things to help you finish the challenge strong:

• All books count! For the first time this year, we are tracking every book that is read as part of the ITRC. Even if a teen doesn’t finish the whole Challenge, the book(s) they did finish will count toward the statewide total.

• Get fun badges. Teens can earn a digital badge each time they finish a book from one of the categories. The badges were created by Idaho teens. Just ask our school librarian for more information.

• Submit your challenge paper. Turn in your challenge log by the end of April, even if you didn’t complete all of it. If you need a new challenge log, you can get one in the school library.

It’s not too late to participate! Let’s read!

The National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA) is proud to announce that student Kaycee Ward has earned the coveted Academic All-American award. This distinguished recognition celebrates students who demonstrate exceptional academic rigor, competitive success in speech and debate, and personal excellence.

The Academic All-American award is a rare honor. From more than 141,000 student members in the NSDA, fewer than one percent achieve this status each year, placing Kaycee Ward among the top one-percent of all student members across the country.

To qualify for this award, students must meet rigorous criteria, including:

• Completing at least five semesters of high school.

• Earning the degree of Superior Distinction in the NSDA Honor Society (a minimum of 750 merit points).

• Achieving demanding GPA and/or test score requirements.

• Demonstrating outstanding character and leadership within the program.

This accomplishment reflects not only Kaycee Ward’s dedication but also the ongoing support for speech and debate provided by the school. Speech and debate activities offer students vital life skills, including advanced communication, improved reading, writing, and critical thinking, and preparation for college and career success.

We commend Kaycee Ward for receiving the prestigious Academic All-American award. Congratulations on this tremendous achievement!