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Winter break is a great opportunity for students to catch up on any outstanding work, reflect on their progress, and set themselves up for a strong finish to the semester. When we return, there will be just three weeks left in the first semester, making this a key time for focus and follow-through. Taking advantage of the two-week holiday break can make a meaningful difference in ending the semester with confidence and success.

After break, we will also begin conversations around forecasting for the 2026–2027 school year.

Have a great break, Falcons!

December Schedule Reminders:

*One-hour late starts: Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28

*Jan. 1-2: No school due to winter break

*Jan. 19: No school, Martin Luther King Jr. Day

*Jan. 22-23: Three-hour early release for most schools due to end of semester

Услуги по устному и письменному переводу на русский и украинский языки 360-885-5433

Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación en Español 360-885-5431

This month, teachers, counselors, and administrators will be speaking with students about what courses they should take next year in preparation for Forecasting in early/mid February. It would be helpful for parents to take a look at our Course Guide and have conversations with students about their goals and course selections for next year. We'll send out more information in February.

PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING START INFO SESSIONS:

Information Sessions for Prospective Running Start Students

Students who are interested in attending the Running Start program in the 2026-27 school year should plan to attend a PHS Running Start Info Session in January.  

3 Sessions available- Choose one to attend:

Tuesday, January 13th- 6:00PM (Parents Welcome!)

Wednesday, January 14th- Flight Time

Wednesday, January 21st- Flight Time

All sessions will be in the PHS Auditorium

*ALSO SEE- Clark College Info Sessions.  Students and parents should plan to attend both!*

¿Interesado en el programa Running Start para el año escolar 2026-2027?

Running Start es una de las opciones de doble crédito que permite a ciertos estudiantes de preparatoria obtener créditos tanto de la escuela preparatoria como de  universidad al mismo tiempo. Los estudiantes de segundo o tercer año de secundaria interesados en el programa Running Start en Clark College para el año escolar 2026-27 deben asistir a una sesión informativa de Running Start en la Preparatoria de Prairie (PHS) en enero.

Por favor, asista a una de las siguientes sesiones en el auditorio de PHS:

Martes, 13 de enero: 6:00 de la tarde - ¡Los padres son bienvenidos!

Miércoles, 14 de enero: Durante el horario de clases

Miércoles, 21 de enero: Durante el horario de clases

*Servicios de interpretación disponibles en la sesión informativa del 13 de enero por la noche. Para solicitar servicios, comuníquese con spanishsupport@battlegroundps.org o llame al 360-885-5431.*

Thank you,

Equipo del Centro de Orientación de PHS

Вас интересует программа “Running Start” на 2026-2027 учебный год?

“Running Start” - это одна из нескольких программ, которая позволяет старшеклассникам получить двойные кредиты как за старшую школу, так и за колледж при выполнении определенных условий. Нынешним ученикам 10-х и 11-х классов, заинтересованным в обучении в программе “Running Start” в 2026-27 уч. году, следует посетить информационное собрание в колледже Кларк в январе месяце. 

Пожалуйста, запланируйте посещение одной из следующих сессий в аудитории PHS:

Вторник, 13 января в 18:00 - родители тоже могут прийти!
Среда, 14 января: 10:25-10:50 (так называемое “Flight Time”)

Среда, 21 января: 10:25-10:50 (так называемое “Flight Time”)

*Услуги устного перевода доступны на вечерней информационной сессии 13 января. Чтобы заказать услуги, свяжитесь с нами по адресу russian.support@battlegroundps.org или позвоните по телефону 360-885-5433*

Спасибо.
Команда консультативного центра PHS  

CLARK COLLEGE  RUNNING START INFO SESSIONS:

2026 Virtual Running Start Information Night Dates (All nights are optional and provide the same information): 

*All sessions are via live Zoom webinar  from 6:00-7:30pm*

Live language interpretation in Russian and Spanish is available at each event as well as live captioning in English. 

Monday, February 2nd

Tuesday, February 24th

Wednesday, March 18th

Thursday, April 16th 

Thursday, April 30th 

Register online to attend and you will receive a link to the Zoom webinar and reminders as the meeting approaches. 

Email start@clark.edu  with questions regarding the meetings.  

SESIONES INFORMATIVAS DEL COLEGIO CLARK SOBRE RUNNING START
Los estudiantes que tengan previsto participar en Running Start durante el curso escolar 2026-2027 deben asistir TANTO a la sesión informativa de PHS COMO a una de las siguientes reuniones virtuales a través de Clark College:

Fechas nocturnas de las sesiones informativas virtuales sobre Running Start 2026 (todas las sesiones son opcionales y proporcionan la misma información): 

*Todas las sesiones se llevarán a cabo a través de un seminario web en vivo por Zoom de 6:00 a 7:30 p. m.*

En cada evento habrá interpretación simultánea en ruso y español, así como subtítulos en directo en inglés.

Lunes, 2 de febrero.

Martes, 24 de febrero.

Miércoles, 18 de marzo.

Jueves, 16 de abril. 

Jueves, 30 de abril. 

Inscríbase en línea para asistir y recibirá un enlace al seminario web de Zoom y recordatorios a medida que se acerque la fecha de la reunión. 

Envíe un correo electrónico a start@clark.edu si tiene alguna pregunta sobre las reuniones. 

ИНФОРМАЦИОННЫЕ СОБРАНИЯ О ПРОГРАММЕ «RUNNING START» B КЛАРК КОЛЛЕДЖE

Учащиеся, планирующие участвовать в программе «Running Start» в 2026-2027 учебном году, должны посетить ИНФОРМАЦИОННОЕ СОБРАНИЕ в школе PHS И ОДНО ИЗ СЛЕДУЮЩИХ ВИРТУАЛЬНЫХ СОБРАНИЙ, организованных Кларк Колледжем:

Даты виртуальных информационных собраний Running Start 2026 (эти собрания посещаются по желанию и предоставят одинаковую информацию): 

*Все собрания пройдут в формате вебинара Zoom в режиме реального времени с 18:00 до 19:30*

На каждом мероприятии доступен устный перевод на русский и испанский языки, а также субтитры на английском языке. 

Понедельник, 2 февраля

Вторник, 24 февраля

Среда, 18 марта

Четверг, 16 апреля 

Четверг, 30 апреля 

Для того, чтобы принять участие, зарегистрируйтесь онлайн. Вам будет направлена ссылка на вебинар Zoom и напоминания по мере приближения встречи. 

С вопросами относительно встреч обращайтесь по электронной почте start@clark.edu .  

Stay informed- Join our PHS Running Start REMIND!

Receive updates on important dates, deadlines and more!

--Computer or smartphone: https://www.remind.com/join/cdf4gf

--Text: class code @cdf4gf to 81010

--Or Scan the QR code

When parents or guardians come to campus during the school day, it's imperative that they sign in at the main office.

For safety reasons, we need to know who is on our campus at all times!

The Stoic philosophers believed we should not dwell on our past failures or future uncertainties. Rather, we should focus on what we can control and act immediately to improve. 

Goal setting is important, but our mindsets are equally, if not more, important. For example, if you have not performed academically as well as you would have liked in 2025, then begin positive changes on day one. Don't just talk about it; be about it! 

What will be your theme for the year? Courage? Resilience? Positivity?

It is never too late to start! There will never be a "perfect" time to begin positive changes. That time is now!

The 11th annual Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair will be held at Battle Ground High School on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Come meet with local employers to learn about apprenticeship opportunities and employment in a variety of fields. Workers of all ages are welcome! There also will be a resume workshop in the high school’s career center from 4-6 p.m. 

If you are an employer interested in attending this free event expected to draw hundreds of students, families and community members, fill out this form to reserve a table or contact BGHS Career Guidance Specialist Kevin Doyle at doyle.kevin@battlegroundps.org or 360-885-6598.

Did you know that students can earn high school and college credit at the same time? Find out how during this virtual presentation, which will cover Running Start at Clark College, Cascadia Tech Academy (Skills Center), career and technical education, work-based learning, College in the High School and Advanced Placement classes. We encourage students in eighth through 11th grades and their parents/guardians to attend. The presentation will be recorded.

Dual credit information night

Thursday, Jan. 22

4-5:30 p.m.

Google Meet link

Battle Ground Public Schools offers students the opportunity to earn high school credits through world language testing.

Students who test at a proficient level can earn up to 4 world language credits on their high school transcript.

Students who also meet graduation requirements may be eligible to earn the Seal of Biliteracy with their high school diploma. Get more information and register by Friday, Jan. 30.

Save the date! The 11th annual Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair will be held at Battle Ground High School on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 5-7 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Come meet with local employers to learn about apprenticeship opportunities and employment in fields such as health care, education, manufacturing, technology, construction and many more. There will also be a resume workshop in the high school’s career center from 4-6 p.m. 

If you are an employer interested in attending this free event expected to draw hundreds of students, families and community members, fill out this form to reserve a table or contact BGHS Career Guidance Specialist Kevin Doyle at doyle.kevin@battlegroundps.org or 360-885-6598.

Holiday arrangements made by Prairie Floral Design students are for sale in the commons cooler. Come in and support these talented students. Purchases can be made at the ASB Office.

AP STUDENTS: PAY FOR YOUR EXAMS! $99 PER EXAM, DUE ASAP! STUDENTS ON FREE OR REDUCED LUNCH HAVE THEIR FEES WAIVED!

Testing season is rapidly approaching! We will be proctoring the following assessments on the following dates:

WIDA 2/2, 2/3, 2/5, 2/6 Special Education Access

2/9 - 2/13 Gen Ed Access

**Cleanups remainder of February

SBA ELA 3/2 - 3/5

**Cleanups remainder of March

SBA Math 4/21 - 4/23

**Cleanups through June

WCAS 4/13 - 4/14

**Cleanups through June

AP testing 5/4-5/22

Although second semester schedules are viewable in Skyward, Schedules will not be final until mid January.  

With the second semester beginning January 26th, the Counselors are continuously working on balancing class sizes, which will result in an abundance of schedule changes.

If you or someone you know needs mental health support, Care Solace provides 24/7 confidential connections to professionals.

It’s free for Battle Ground students, staff and their immediate family members. Learn more.

You can also attend a free class on youth mental health on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Battle Ground High School. RSVP to save your spot. Everyone is welcome.

Thank you for working to maintain your child’s attendance.

Regular attendance and punctuality are essential to student learning and success. The skills that students learn in primary school will help them be successful in middle and high school.

A student’s attendance can often predict whether they are likely to graduate high school on time. Learn more.

Do you know an amazing staff member? The Employee Recognition Award highlights staff members who reflect the district’s strategic plan goals.

Three to five nominees are selected each month and recognized at a board meeting. Everyone is welcome to submit a nomination.

Be sure to check out our Community Events page for fun ideas of things to do throughout the local community.

Opportunities include mentoring, tutoring, learning activities, sports and more.

Happy New Year! As we step into January, I want to take a moment to welcome everyone back and set the tone for a fresh start. A new year brings new opportunities, new goals, and a renewed sense of connection within our school community. January is the perfect time to reset, refocus, and re-establish healthy routines.

While trying to get back into the groove remember, progress is built from small consistent steps. This month, I'd like to emphasize the following: 1. Intentional Communication - slowing down, listening first, and seeking to understand 2. Healthy habits - good sleep, smart choices, healthy relationships 3. Community Support - reminding each other that they aren't alone while navigating challenges.

Thank you for being a part of the Prairie community that strives for safety, respect, and understanding. I am looking forward to another month of positive interactions, shared successes, and opportunities to help one another grow. Here's to a strong and steady start of 2026!

– Deputy Quiggle

Did you know that there is a levy on the ballot that will affect our school? The proposed levy would replace a levy that has ended and support programs and operations not fully covered through state funding. If approved, the replacement levy also would provide funding for classes and programs that give students the tools for today’s economy and prepare them for their future careers. There are several ways to learn more about the levy:

Visit the district’s website.

Attend a presentation on Jan. 14.

Email questions to communication@battlegroundps.org.

All registered voters who live in the district will receive a ballot around Jan. 23. If you are not registered to vote, please visit the Clark County Elections Office website. 

Remember to return your ballot by Tuesday, Feb. 10.

Students in grades 10-12 who are interested in taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) can register now for testing on Saturday, March 14. Many colleges and universities use SAT scores to make admissions decisions. Find out more details and register.

Dear Falcon Families, 

Are you interested in supporting our Falcon Sports Programs? Our meeting dates and times are listed below. We will have zoom links available if you can't attend in person! Reach out to President.PhsFalconBoosters@gmail.com to get involved or with any questions!

Our 31st Annual Auction planning is already underway for April 25th, 2026! 

Want to become a sponsor, donate or get involved with our Auction!? Email us at Phsboosters.auction@gmail.com! 

If you see or hear of a possible threat, please report it to law enforcement directly and/or to school staff.

This is the best and most helpful action because it begins an investigation and helps to limit the potential for misinformation to spread. You can report bullying, intimidation, harassment, threats and safety concerns using our anonymous reporting system.

Emergencies should always be reported to 911.

Did you know that Battle Ground Public Schools students and families can get support with things like clothing, hygiene items, food and other resources?

If your family needs assistance, here are a few steps that you can take.

Are you prepared for snow or inclement weather that could delay or cancel school? Here are some tips:

Download and/or print our weather guide (русский) (Español).

Confirm whether your child’s school(s) are in the north or south part of the district.

Make sure your primary phone number and email address are correct in Skyward Family Access.

If your child rides the bus, make sure you know their snow route.

Download the Battle Ground Public Schools app on the Apple App Store or Google Play and allow push notifications.

Follow Battle Ground Public Schools on Facebook or Instagram.

Calls and texts may begin going out as early as 5:30 a.m. only if there is a change to the school schedule. You can also call our information line at 360-885-5343 to check after 5:30 a.m. Visit the district website for additional information on weather procedures and snow route information.

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 at: https://www.battlegroundps.org/notice-of-nondiscrimination/.

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, EMAIL  PHONE: 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, EMAIL  PHONE: 360-885-5481