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Provide input on budget cuts that will affect every BGPS school |
Following the failure of the proposed replacement educational programs and operations levy, we will hold listening sessions to collect community input on budget cuts that need to be made for the 2026-27 school year. |
- Session #1: March 4 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Battle Ground H.S. media center
- Session #2: March 11 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Prairie H.S. media center
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Both sessions are from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and are open to the public. Anyone may attend either or both sessions. In addition to these sessions, people will be able to provide their input via two online tools. These tools will be available on March 4 on the district website. While the listening sessions and tools are not meant to be a vote on the cuts, all feedback and comments will be carefully reviewed. |
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River HomeLink, Battle Ground High School and Prairie High School provide tech support at the Battle Ground Senior Center. |
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Prairie High School student-athletes read to Transitional Kindergarteners at Pleasant Valley Primary. |
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Working better together at any age
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High school students from River HomeLink, Battle Ground High School and Prairie High School are bridging the generation gap at the Battle Ground Senior Center. In January, tech-savvy teens from the three schools met with seniors, who arrived with notebooks and questions about their Android and iPhones. From mastering new features to understanding settings, the session allowed an older generation to confidently navigate their devices with a little help from the high schoolers, who also earned volunteer hours. See more pictures from the help session.
Later that week, the Prairie High School girls' varsity basketball team paid a special visit to a Transitional Kindergarten class at Pleasant Valley Primary School. Older students read books to the 4-year-olds, and the younger students presented handmade cards to the team. See more pictures from this special event. Then around Valentine's Day, CAM Academy seventh grader Camila Campos brought fun and joy to residents at a Battle Ground memory care facility. Campos hand delivered dozens of Valentine's wishes and other special messages as a part of a service project she participates in at school. Thank you to the students, staff, parents, guardians and community groups that collaborated to make these cross-generational experiences possible!
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Camila Campos |
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Celebrating Career and Technical Education in Battle Ground
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Career and technical education classes prepare students to enter the workforce after they graduate and/or enter a training program or college. Battle Ground has one of the most robust career/technical education programs in the state. Once called vocational education, today's CTE still includes skilled trades, but also offers more than 120 classes under six different pathways.
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| Agriculture and natural resources
This pathway prepares students for careers in agriculture, horticulture, biotechnology, and environmental and natural resource management through hands-on science, sustainability and work-based learning experiences. |
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| Human services
This pathway focuses on careers that support individuals and communities, including education and training, culinary arts, apparel and interior design, sign language interpreting and personal and family services. |
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| Health sciences
Students explore medical and health-related careers by building foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology, health care systems, medical interventions and patient-focused services. |
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| Skilled, technical and engineering
Students develop technical and problem-solving skills for careers in automotive technology, engineering, manufacturing, welding, machining, construction trades and the military. |
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| Business and marketing
This pathway prepares students for careers in business, finance, marketing, communications, computer programming and public safety through real-world applications and industry-aligned skills. |
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| Digital and visual communications
Students gain creative and technical skills in digital arts, graphic design, photography, video production and web design. |
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CTE instructors are highly qualified. Most have bachelor's and/or master's degrees and thousands of hours of work experience in the field that they teach. |
When students focus on career and technical education, they tend to earn college credits and industry credentials while still in high school, as well as graduate within four years.
Historically, local educational programs and operations levies helped to sustain career and technical education. The district no longer has an educational programs and operations levy. |
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Celebrating Black History Month |
On Feb. 13, Prairie High School's Black Student Union led a schoolwide celebration of Black history through a special assembly. The assembly highlighted some of the many examples of strength, resilience and creativity that have defined Black history and continue to inspire in the present.
Student speakers reflected on leaders such as Frederick Douglass, Rosa Parks, Madam C.J. Walker and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., among others, emphasizing their courage and perseverance.
A highlight of the assembly was a dance performance by BSU members that emphasized community impact through art. The assembly also featured a special guest speaker. Paul Porter, a planner for the city of Vancouver, shared insights about community and the importance of working together to create spaces where everyone belongs.
Through student leadership and meaningful performances, the Black Student Union demonstrated that Black History Month is not only about honoring the past, but about recognizing the present and shaping the future. BSU members include Makhi Harris, Boonme Keough, Elijah Aponte, Shadae Jacques, Nala Roberts, Chasetin Hyde, Mya Brown and Justyne Glover. CJ Schiller is their adviser. |
"Black history is not just something we study, it's something we see, hear, feel and experience every day. It lives in culture. It lives in music. It lives in movement. It lives in the community." -- Prairie High School Black Student Union |
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11th annual Industry Fair a success |
For more than a decade, the Industry Fair has been an important service to the local community, facilitating connections among jobseekers of all ages and businesses and organizations. The fair also provides free assistance with one of the most difficult aspects of job searching--resume development. Approximately 767 people and 85 businesses and organizations participated in this year's fair. Thank you to everyone who made it a success, and a special thanks to the team that spends months planning, coordinating and implementing this event for our community.
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| Prairie High School presents 'Matilda the Musical' |
Prairie High School is proud to present "Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical," the Tony Award-winning stage adaptation inspired by children's book. This captivating production celebrates childhood, the power of imagination and the courage to stand up for what’s right. The show opens Feb. 27. Tickets are on sale now. Order early for the best seat selection and pricing.
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Starting March 2: Kindergarten enrollment, Transitional Kindergarten applications will be available |
Any child who will be 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2026, is eligible to enroll in kindergarten this fall. Enrolling early ensures that the child can attend kindergarten orientation in the spring.
In addition, BGPS offers Transitional Kindergarten, a full day, no-cost early learning program for children who will be 4 years old by Sept. 1 but will not turn 5 by Sept. 1 of the following year. The program focuses on developmentally appropriate skills and social and emotional development. Students must meet eligibility requirements. Space is limited.
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Enrollment is open for many of the district’s specialized, alternative learning programs |
Battle Ground Public Schools’ specialized and alternative learning programs are accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year. Programs are available for students in kindergarten through high school. Please see each program’s website for details. |
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Battle Ground Virtual Academy provides an online learning experience for students seeking flexibility while receiving support from their parents/guardians, while remaining connected to teachers. Learn about the enrollment process.
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Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) is a half-day program that integrates lab science, Career & Technical Education and English for high school students. Find out how to enroll.
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Character and Academics for the Marketplace (CAM) Academy is a parent-partnered school offering rigorous academics alongside character development and practical workforce skills. Get enrollment details.
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The Open Doors GED program supports eligible Battle Ground students who have left school and/or have not met graduation requirements and want to earn a GED while building career and life skills. Learn more and apply now.
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River HomeLink is an accredited public school offering learning options that combine at-home instruction with on-campus support. See enrollment deadlines for River HomeLink and add your child’s information to the interest form. Space is limited.
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Summit View High School serves students who need an individualized, self-paced approach to high school. Learn more about Summit View and complete the school’s intake form.
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| CAM Academy named
AP Platinum School |
Congratulations to CAM Academy! CAM has been named a platinum-level AP school, earning the highest level of recognition from the College Board. Out of 5,723 schools nationally honored this year, only 8% received platinum status, highlighting CAM Academy’s strong college-readiness program and commitment to expanding access to Advanced Placement coursework. |
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| Wrestler is Athlete of the Week |
Prairie High School wrestler Remington Hewes has been named a Washington Interscholastic Activities Association/Gesa Credit Union Athlete of the Week! This award is designed to honor student-athletes across the state for their outstanding performances and impactful contributions in their communities.
Hewes captured his first career 3A District Championship at 126 pounds after battling through three tough matches-winning his opener in overtime, earning a semifinal pin and then securing the title with a third-period pin in a back-and-forth championship bout against a longtime rival. The victory punched his ticket to the Mat Classic State Tournament and highlighted a season defined by resilience and growth. Hewes’ championship performance also helped Prairie secure its fourth consecutive 3A district team title, capping a memorable postseason run.
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| Celebrating 50 years of Pleasant Valley schools
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2026 marks a half-century of learning at Pleasant Valley primary and middle schools. If you’d like to help plan the schools’ 50th anniversary celebration, join the committee. |
Save the date for the celebration on Friday, Sept. 25. More details to come! |
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| Battle Ground Education Foundation spring soirée
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BGeF is holding a special event to support BGPS students. Proceeds from the soirée will directly support Battle Ground Public Schools and help fund Advanced Placement exams, school supplies, extracurricular activities and more opportunities that Battle Ground students deserve! |
📅 Saturday, April 18 ⏰11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 📍The Cedars Public House |
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Join us at the upcoming College and Career Fair on Monday, March 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Battle Ground High School to learn about apprenticeship programs, trade schools, military branches and colleges. Free and open to the public. We hope you can join us! |
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School board meeting updates |
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Recent meetings
BGPS’ board of directors held special meetings/work sessions and regular meetings in February. |
Feb. 9 regular meeting
The board did not have any old or new business during this meeting. |
Feb. 23 work session and regular meeting
The work session included a discussion of planning for budget cuts in the 2026-27 school year. During the regular meeting, the board tabled the rescission of policy 1821 regarding standards for individual school directors. |
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Upcoming meetings
Regular meetings will be held on March 9 and March 23 at 6 p.m. You are invited to attend all special meetings/work sessions and regular meetings in-person at the Lewisville campus (406 NW 5th Ave., Battle Ground) or watch the meetings online. |
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| We want to hear from you! |
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 |
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Copyright © 2026 Battle Ground Public Schools. All rights reserved.
The Battle Ground Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Information about the district’s nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures are located on the district’s website.
The following employees have been designated to receive and respond to questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinator/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: Lynnell Tsugawa-Murray, Assistant Superintendent, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604, murray.lynnell@battlegroundps.org, 360-885-5340
Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Michelle Reinhardt, Executive Director of Human Resources, Battle Ground Public Schools, PO Box 200, Battle Ground, WA 98604,reinhardt.michelle@battlegroundps.org, 360-885-5481
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