Hope you're having a great final few weeks of summer break, Beavers.
Things are ramping up fast as we approach the school year.
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B H S C A L E N D A R
2020-21
AND Student class schedules should be available on The Source, 6 p.m.
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*Pickup times by last name, details below
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Welcome Ballard Beavers to the 2020-21 school year!
First day of school virtual 9 a.m. Sept. 4
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Welcome BHS families to the 2020-21 School year! School begins online 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 4.
Principal Keven Wynkoop sent a "Back to School Details" letter on Aug. 21 detailing academic expectations and information about laptop and materials pickup for the new school year. (See details about laptop pickup under "Save the Dates" below.)
"Although this is not the start that any of us wanted to the school year, I am most concerned for the safety of our students and families, so I happy that our remote start will help keep our community safe," he said.
"This will be a school year like none that have come before, but if our community sticks together we can accomplish anything," he noted. "Keep staying safe and healthy and we will be in the halls of BHS in the not too distant future. In the meantime, remember that it is always great to be a Beaver!"
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Class schedules should be on Source 6 p.m. Aug. 28 |
Paper copies of student schedules will be available (if needed) when students come on their designated day for laptop pick-up the following week.
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Save the dates!
Mark your calendars materials/laptop pickup
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Hey Beavers, mark your calendars and save the date for Materials Pick Up | Laptops/ORCA cards/Textbooks on Sept. 1-4.
9th Grade on Tuesday, Sept. 1
10th Grade on Wednesday, Sept. 2
11th Grade on Thursday, Sept. 3
12th Grade on Friday, Sept. 4
Each day is divided by alphabet: 12-1 p.m. for last names A-E, 1-2 p.m. for F-L, 2-3 p.m. for M-R and 3-4 p.m. for S-Z. If you can’t attend your time, you can come during another time, but this will lead to longer lines.
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Welcome to BHS, Class of 2024! |
"Whether you were already a Ballard family or if this is your first student in high school, it is my extreme pleasure to welcome you and your student to Ballard High School!" enthused Mr. Wynkoop.
"I know that the conditions that we are starting school in is a far cry from the experience that we normally would like to create for all of you, but it is my sincere hope that you will all look back on this as a small blip on your student’s otherwise amazing high school experience."
Freshman Class events for your calendar:
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Every 9th grader should plan to virtually attend hour-long orientation at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 28. You will be sent the link for your student’s orientation group this week.
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Freshman materials pickup on Sept. 1: All 9th graders will pick up new laptops, textbooks they will need, ORCA bus cards and possibly more from noon to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Pick Up Times By Last Names | 12-1 p.m. for last names A-E, 1-2 p.m. for F-L, 2-3 p.m. for M-R and 3-4 p.m. for S-Z.
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Student meals offered at BHS
Bus route meal dropoff changes Aug. 24
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Seattle Public Schools provides student meals by bus and at many school sites, including Ballard High School, on weekdays. Changes to bus routes will begin Monday, Aug. 24.
Note: Meal routes and sites will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7.
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Apply for free/reduced-price meals
All students who qualify for free or reduced price meals receive meals free of charge as well as these additional benefits such as discounts or no costs for Athletic fees, ASB fee, Pre-college exams (PSAT/SAT/ACT), College Application Fees, AP Tests, Field Trips and Running Start books.
IMPORTANT: To receive these additional benefits, it is required that you check the boxes next to the benefit on the application.
We encourage all eligible families to submit a new application for free and reduced price meals prior to the start of each new school year. This allows the application to be processed and the correct eligibility established before school starts. Please note applications are accepted anytime throughout the school year as well.
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Advanced Placement summer updates |
BHS AP Summer Assignments | Optional Spanish, Photography and Chemistry materials listed below. Updates will be posted on the BHS School Website.
Spanish 5 & 6, AP Photography Summer Optional Materials
Available To Download:
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BHS Library curbside pickup recap
Ballard's Best Takeout was a book-o-rama blast!
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Summer Curbside Pickup at BHS was a total success!
Thanks to BHS teacher-librarian TuesD Chambers and enthusiastic teacher volunteers Ms. Laura McGinty, Mr. David Furman, Ms. India Carlson and Ms. Lindi Woods for making literacy and fun available for BHS students all summer long!
Students checked out Summer Beaver Reader books, joined Antiracist Family Book Clubs, were given free puzzles, and shared in the joy of being a Beaver Reader!
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If you finished your BHS Library takeout books and want to return them, a bin is outside the Main Office on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Visit the BHS Library page to stay current on what's happening in the BHS Library. Join our Schoology Course with Access Code 76PM-ZT8B-X6FXB.
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End of summer reading?
No Prob Llama with Ms. Chambers' book lists!
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Check out our awesome independent reading lists for those waning summer days!
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Still awaiting word on yearbook distribution date |
Teens as young as 16 can pre-register to vote online! |
Students ages 16 and 17 years old can now pre-register to vote online! A ballot will automatically be sent in time for an election when they will turn 18 by the date of an election. No more waiting until you turn 18 to register!
Seniors, or anyone turning 18 by the next election (Nov. 3 General Election), can register online up to 8 days before the election, or in person up to and including the day of the election by 8 p.m.
For online registration, you'll need a WA State ID, Learners Permit, or Drivers License. If not, you can register by mail, or in person with a Social Security Number. You also must be a US citizen.
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New! Save the date for combined BPA Camp
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As BPA Directors/staff continue to follow county and district health guidelines with regard to social distancing and remote learning, they are excited to announce one combined camp to be held remotely for Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Theatre students on Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This online camp will allow for collaboration amongst all performing arts students while also carving out time for the individual disciplines within the program. Stay tuned for further information but for now, SAVE THE DATE!
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Get connected to Ballard Performing Arts |
Please sign up for the Student Directory Form to make sure you don't miss any group-specific information about performances, trip details and practice schedules. Parents who have signed up for the directory will also be emailed a link to the Sept. 15 Zoom meeting.
Also, please sign up for the BPA Weekly Newsletter to receive up-to-date information on programs, special events, meeting dates, fundraisers, and general information throughout the year.
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Donate items to Goodwill Truck at BHS Sept. 20 |
Save the date to donate your unwanted items to Goodwill and raise money for Ballard Performing Arts in the North Lot of Ballard High School twice this school year:
Sunday, Sept. 20 - 9 a.m. to Noon
Saturday, Jan. 30 - 9 a.m. to Noon
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BHS Foundation
Auction 2020 LIVE!
7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23
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Supporting BHS Athletics, Band, Choir, and Dance
Live streamed on Sunday, August 23 at 7 p.m.
Live from Ballard HS Field with Auctioneer Stephen Kilbreath!
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Join the BHS PTSA!
The Ballard HS PTSA promotes and supports the social, emotional, and academic well-being of all students. The work we do raises funds to run programs that provide academic opportunities, teacher and staff support, and backing for student activities.
One easy way for parents to become involved in the school is through the PTSA. Our mission is to help enable an excellent educational environment for your children.
And yes, we've made Zoom fun! We'd love for you to join us!
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Stay connected with PTSA on social media! |
SPS & BHS fall info updated on BHS Website
The School Website Home page includes Featured News, District Announcements (see arrow in graphic below), and more!
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Board:
Vice President: Gloria Kruzner
Treasurer: Carolyn Stalter
Secretary: Michelle Renn
Committees:
Volunteer Coordinator: Sarah Visser
Membership Coordinator: Lisa Vanderford-Anderson
Legislative Liaison: Brian Duncan
Building Leadership Team: Glory Frodesen
Family and Community Engagement: Brenda Savage
BASH (Auction) Co-Chairs: Ilka Lauermann and Carol Cheyne
Direct Appeal: Heather Bioren
Staff Appreciation: Phyllis Rosen
Grant Committee: Kelly Norton
Communications:
Social Media (Twitter/Facebook/Instagram): Kimball Mullins
BHS Website: Diane Taylor
PTSA Newsletter: Gloria Kruzner
Standalone Emails: Chuck Fuller
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AmazonSmile supports Ballard PTSA |
Follow this link to learn about using AmazonSmile and select “Ballard High School PTSA, Seattle, WA.”
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to BHS PTSA. Thank you!
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Fred Meyer Community Rewards help our PTSA |
Swipe your shopper's card while checking out at Fred Meyer and help support the Ballard PTSA! More info/signup here. Ballard High School PTSA Organization Number: MJ933. |
Ballard High School Sports
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Here's everything you'll need to know about BHS Athletics:
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Summer training opportunities |
Athletics paperwork update
While we are not yet ready to announce these changes we are asking families and athletes to hold off turning in paperwork in order to avoid having to fill anything out twice.
In the meantime, this is a great time to get a completed and updated physical. Physicals are valid for two years from the date the physical was performed, and must be valid through the day after the LAST day of the sports season.
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BHS Counseling Center assignment info |
Counselors work with students to explain the credit system, help students select courses, monitor progress toward achieving graduation requirements, explore interests, and make plans for college application and career options. Counselors also help students deal with social and emotional issues.
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Naviance opt-out window for 2020-21 school year |
Parent guardians, non-parent guardians, and students who are 18 years or older may document their decision to use or not use Naviance in the Source, now through Friday, Sept. 25. More info here.
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PTSA meeting info
There will be a Ballard High School PTSA Board Zoom Meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10.
All are welcome to attend, but as a safeguard, you will need to email the link below for the login information.
Also, if you wish to have a question or concern to be addressed, please email us at [email protected] so we can add it to our agenda. Thank you!
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Future meetings:
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10
Fall General Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Board, 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7
Winter General Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Board, 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, March 4
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, April 8
Board meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, May 6
Spring General Meeting: 5:30 p.m. Board, 7 p.m. Thursday, June 10
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BHS Families: Do you have a recent Ballard graduate? Please do not unsubscribe to PTSA newsletters. You will automatically stop receiving the PTSA Newsletter but will remain on file for important alumni info.
It is helpful, however, to correlate your newsletter email with a younger sibling grade level if you want to keep receiving the weekly PTSA newsletter this school year.
Some families are surprised come fall when they have "graduated" off the mail list. Send your younger student's graduation class information to [email protected] and we'll make sure it's a seamless transition come fall.
Please also contact the editor if you'd like to add a secondary and/or student email address to the newsletter mail list.
Thank you!
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SCPTSA details concerns for remote learning to SPS/SEA leadership |
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BHS PTSA Legislative Liaison Brian Duncan shared the following communication as his August Legislative Update. Letter has been amended for space.
SCPTSA President Manuela Slye sent this letter to Superintendent Denise Juneau, Seattle Education Association, and the SPS School Board on behalf of the SCPTSA families on Aug. 17, listing concerns for the Fall start of school.
Superintendent Denise Juneau | School Board Members | SEA Leadership: Our council has listened to our students and families and on their behalf we make the following recommendations:
- Verify that 100% of students have adequate internet access and deployment of devices before the first day of school. Training for families and students on how to get on Microsoft Teams and Schoology is crucial and must be completed before starting classes;
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- 100% coverage of district issued laptops for educators, paraeducators, instructional assistants and everyone else providing education and services to students;
- An attendance policy and and follow-up plan that includes learning supports and wellness checks.
- A grading policy that recognizes the needs and barriers of students receiving special education services and students furthest from educational justice that does not further exacerbate the opportunity gap and can potentially harm and punish students for issues beyond their control;
- Completion of MANDATORY Professional Development for educators including but not limited to:
- Anti-bias, Anti Blackness, Race, Equity and Inclusion training. School administrators and teachers must be trained on best practices in Family Engagement with a rubric and evaluation.
- Remote learning teaching best practices and internet etiquette.
- Mental Health support for students.
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Move, groove & explore
BHS PTSA provides Community Resources for informational purposes and does not necessarily support the activities or views presented therein.
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Do You Have an Announcement for the BHS PTSA Newsletter?
Submit content (appropriate and relevant to Ballard High School or Community) by 5 p.m. Thursday (1 or 2 weeks before your event ) to the BHS Newsletter Editor email at [email protected]. Please submit posts no more than 100 words and include relevant URLs, contact info and a small graphic (if available). Editor has full discretion over what is published. The BHS PTSA provides Community News for purely informational purposes and does not necessarily support the activities or views presented therein.
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