IN THE SEPTEMBER 2025 ISSUE:

🛝Tukes Valley Primary receives new playground equipment
💲School finance 101: Where the money comes from
🏈See pictures from the inaugural Battle Ground legacy night
📺Watch fall sports broadcasts
🎨Dot Day makes a mark at Pleasant Valley Middle School
🤝September school board meeting updates
💻Watch a discussion about AI in education
🤗Battle Ground Education Foundation annual fundraising gala
🎙️New BG CAST episode
🗳️Register to vote
🏫Jobs in BGPS
📣BGPS in the news

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Thanks to a generous donation by the school's Parent-Teacher Organization, students at Tukes Valley Primary are enjoying new playground equipment. Their top request? A zip line. Read more about this exciting new opportunity for Tukes Valley kids that was more than two years in the making.

In this new series, we’re breaking down the why, how and how much of school finance, starting with where the money comes from. In Washington state, school funding usually comes from four sources:

• State funding

• Local taxes

• Bonds

• Federal funding

Show me how each of these sources contributes to school district finances.

We had a great time seeing the alumni and staff members who came together for the first-ever Battle Ground legacy night! This event was designed to honor the past and present contributions of the students and staff members who have shaped Battle Ground Public Schools. In fact, many alumni went on to work for the district and continue to give back to their schools and community. Thank you to everyone who participated! Watch a video from the event.

Battle Ground Public Schools is fortunate to feature live broadcasts of many games via the BGTV 27 YouTube channel and TV Etc. on Comcast. Under the direction of teacher Jason Foster, high school students do much of the work to produce these broadcasts. See the schedule.

Students and staff at Pleasant Valley Middle School collaborated on a schoolwide art and literacy projectfor International Dot Day on Sept. 15. Inspired by the book The Dot, which tells the story of a young artist discovering creative expression and gaining confidence, art teacher Carly Boudreau organized the school so that every student could participate in creating a radial design. Boudreau then brought all of the designs together to create a visually striking display of color and imagination in the school's media center. Great job, PVM Patriots!

BGPS’ board of directors held one special meeting/work session and two regular meetings in September. See recordings of the meetings:

• Sept. 8, 2025, regular meeting

• Sept. 22, 2025, special meeting/work session and regular meeting

During the September meetings, the board approved the following:

• Revised policy 2230 regarding the Transition to Kindergarten program. The revised policy emphasizes serving students who need additional preparation and lack access to other early learning options, aligning with best practices developed by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction.

• Revised policy 3143 regarding notification and dissemination of information about student offenses and threats of violence or harm. This update follows state guidance and continues the district's practice of communication with families regarding critical incidents

• New curriculum to teachhigh school social and emotional learning. This is funded by a grant that the district received in 2023. Learn more about the new curriculum, Wayfinder.

• A new textbook for high school natural resources classes.

Upcoming meetings
Regular meetings will be held on Oct. 13 and Oct. 27. Get meeting information. You are invited to attend in-person at the Lewisville campus (406 NW 5th Ave., Battle Ground) or watch the meeting online.

Did you catch our very own Cassondra Smith on Inside Olympia? A former art teacher turned education technology coordinator, Smith discussed the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. Watch Cassondra's interview starting around the 29-minute mark.

The Battle Ground Education Foundation’s annual gala is Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Battle Ground Event Center.

Purchase a ticket between now and midnight on Sept. 27 to be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Fred Meyer gift card!

BGeF's dinner and live auction are anchored by an outstanding program centering student performances and stories from teachers and community leaders. Join BGeF for an unforgettable night on behalf of BGPS students and schools!

Hear howSummit View High Schoolalum Katie Bauer started working at Detroit Pizza at age 16 and is now a part-owner of the restaurant. Later, Laura Fiksdal and Russ Kallwick of Chartwells, the district's nutrition services provider, talk about how they use innovative programs to teach kids about nutrition, foods and cultures. You can listen to the BG CAST onApple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music.

You can also find links to all past episodes on our website.

Are you registered to vote in the upcoming general election? If not, you can pick up a printed voter registration form in any Battle Ground school or district office, register to vote online by Oct. 27 or register in person at the Clark County elections office by Nov. 4.Learn more.

Something fun happening in your building or classroom? Is there a student, teacher or volunteer doing something remarkable? Let us know about it! Battle Ground Public Schools' communications department is here to share your story and the stories happening all around you. Please reach out and let us know if you think there's a story worth sharing.

Email:communication@battlegroundps.org
Phone: 360-885-5470

Battle Ground Public Schools is currently hiring. Visit the jobs page for details.

Bus drivers
BGPS' transportation provider, First Student, is in need of part-time bus drivers. Get more details on First Student driving careers, including sign-on bonuses starting at $1,500 ($3,500 for experienced drivers).

Right At School
The district's before and after-school care provider, Right At School, is looking for program managers and educators. Learn more or email your resume to michael.speer@rightatschool.com.

The Reflector

• Battle Ground and Prairie high school staff, alumni honored during football game

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