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Health Office NewsHow Sick is Too Sick?
When Children and Staff Should Stay Home from School or Child Care
Evaluation of a sick child must consider which diseases are currently circulating among students, staff, and the community. Known exposure to cases or an outbreak of a contagious disease (including but not limited to those listed here), even without confirmed diagnosis, may necessitate more stringent return to school requirements.
During Colorado's ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, children and staff who have symptoms consistent with COVID-19 should receive testing, and follow the COVID-19 isolation guidance until testing is completed or if they test positive. If the individual tests negative for COVID-19, the individual should then follow the recommendations for their disease or symptoms using the below guidance.
There are four main reasons to keep children and adults at home:
1. The child or staff is at risk of infecting others with COVID-19 or another ontagious illness, either because of symptoms or recent close contact.
2. The child or staff member does not feel well enough to take part in usual activities. For example, a child is overly tired, fussy or will not stop crying.
3. A child needs more care than teachers and staff can give while still caring for the other children.
4. The child or staff member has symptoms or an illness is on this list, and staying home is required.
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Speech & Debate
Battle Mountain played host to several schools for a home Speech Tournament this past Saturday. The Huskies secured a first place in Original Oratory, two-second places in Value Debate and Informational Speaking and several sixth through third place finishes.
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Wrestling
The BMHS Boys and Girls Wrestling teams open their season this weekend with a tournament in Soroco! Let’s go, Dawgs!
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Athletic and Activity Resources- CHSAA Sports Calendar for this year can be found at: CHSAA 2022-23 Calendar
- Game Schedules: www.westernslopeleagueco.org Click on “Notify Me” to set up notifications on game changes.
- Sign up to buy Family Athletic Passes HERE.
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CareerX News
Holy Cross is offering two exciting scholarships for high school students. All expenses are paid by the utility and these opportunities are available to Holy Cross members only. This website also contains additional details about the tours: Youth Leadership Programs - Holy Cross Energy
Applications for both scholarships are due January 13, 2023, so we would greatly appreciate your help getting the word out to students.
Youth Tour in Washington D.C. - June 12-18, 2023
The Washington D.C. Youth Tour introduces students to the nation’s capital with tours of museums and historical monuments, meetings with Colorado congressional delegations, and fun-filled activities. Click HERE for more information.
Leadership Camp in Steamboat Springs - July 15-20, 2023
Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp is held at the Glen Eden Resort near Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The primary objective of the week-long camp is to provide educational experiences and to develop leadership skills that will assist young adults in meeting future challenges. Click HERE for more information.
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Mountain Youth News
EAT CHAT PARENT: YOUTH FENTANYL CRISIS
Sound the alarm! The risk is real! Fentanyl is the single deadliest drug on the market. It is easy to obtain, it comes in many different forms and a tiny amount is enough to cause a fatal overdose.
Join Maggie Seldeen with High Rockies Harm Reduction for an informative discussion on how to reduce and prevent the major risks of fentanyl in our community.
Thursday, December 15 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Colorado Mountain College, Edwards
The talk is FREE
Dinner is provided
Childcare is available
Spanish interpretation is available
Click HERE for more information.
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YouthPower 365 News
YouthPower365 serves every public school with after-school programs. We place youth interns in our elementary schools to support programs and be mentors to students. Avon Elementary, Homestake Peak, and Edwards Elementary are all seeking up to three high school students.
Students can get credit with CareerX, too!
$15/Hour starting, with a $1 each season they work (school year and summer).
Monday – Thursday, 2:50 PM – 5:00 PM.
Click HERE for more information.
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PowerSchool Mobile App
Some parents and students are receiving a synchronization error when using the PowerSchool mobile app. There is a new version of the app available. If a parent or student is receiving the synching error, the fix is to delete the app and download and reinstall the new version. When you log into it again for the first time you will need the District activation code, which is: "WSWG"
Once the new app is downloaded and the parent / student log in the issue will be resolved.
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Project Graduation
We need to get the ball rolling for 2023 Project Graduation. It is a time for the seniors to celebrate in a safe, fun space. We need all hands-on deck to start planning and fundraising. If interested in helping or donating, please reach out to Jen Sassi at: jennifersassi@gmail.com
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Spirit Week December 12th - 16th
Monday, December 12th: Pajama Day
Tuesday, December 13th: Flannel Day
Wednesday, December 14th: Holiday Headgear
Thursday, December 15th:
Pep Rally
Class Colors:
Freshmen - White
Sophomores - Blue
Juniors - Green
Seniors - Red
Staff - Purple
Friday, December 16th: Ugly Sweater Day
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PTSA News
The BMHS faculty and staff will be having a holiday party on December 22nd. To send them off to the winter break in style and show our appreciation for a great fall semester we would like to provide "white elephant" gifts for them to exchange at the party. Gift cards, candles, bottle of wine, etc...anything around a $20-$25 value would be greatly appreciated. You can drop off any gifts with Liz in the front office.
Don't have time to shop but would like to support? You can donate funds and we will do the shopping for you. Please venmo @BMHS-PTA.
Thank you to everyone that supported the Vail Resorts Epic Local pass raffle. Julie Moore was the lucky winner.
Need a holiday gift idea?
BMHS PTA still has Yeti water bottles, hats and bumper stickers for sale.
email ptsa.bmhs@gmail.com if interested
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Calling all BMHS Parents
Senior English students are researching careers next semester to prepare for their post-secondary plans. As part of this research project, they are required to interview someone in their career field of interest. We need volunteers to chat with students about their careers- any career is welcome as their interests are varied. If you are able to help out with this, please fill out this form HERE
Thanks in advance for your willingness to connect with our students.
Ms. Borel and Ms. O'Carroll
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BMHS Art Fundraiser - Silent Auction/Gallery Show December 13th
Come support the BMHS Visual Art students for their trip to Los Angeles this February! Vail Valley Art Guild and CMC will be hosting a gallery show and silent auction on Tuesday, December 13th from 4-7pm at CMC in Edwards. Students in our upper level classes of Portfolio, AP Art and Design and AP/DE Art History will be present to talk about their art, the trip and raise money for their trip fees. Student art will be on display, some for sale, and there will be a silent auction for amazing gifts with a range of affordable to high end thanks to donations around the Valley. Please come check out our handmade and donated items perfect for holiday shopping! Light snacks will be provided!
Donate old frames and supplies:
The Art Department is looking for any donated art supplies! We are specifically looking for:
*Any old magazines heavy with images, especially old fashion magazines,exercise magazines, antique images, etc.
*Any large frames you are no longer using!!!!
*Matboard for framing
*Brushes of all sizes
*Spray paint
*Old canvases
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Tutoring
Are you looking for a tutor or test preparation program for your child? BMHS has a list of paid tutors and fee-based test prep programs available for our families. Please keep in mind that all tutors on this list are Independent of BMHS. Although BMHS provides names and numbers of area tutors, the school/ district does not represent nor necessarily endorse any of these individuals. If you have any questions about this list, please contact Lisa Isom, School Assessment Coordinator, at elizabeth.isom@eagleschools.net.
BMHS Tutoring Directory 2022-23
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Counseling Information
Find out about the upcomping college visits, scholorship information, dual enrollment and the military as a career HERE
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BMHS Performing Arts Need Your Help
The Battle Mountain High School Performing Arts program needs your help! They have been invited to perform at Disneyland and other venues nearby for Spring Break 2023! The cost is $1,800 per student. We are hoping that ALL our students from Band, Orchestra, Varsity & JV Drumline, and Choir, will have the opportunity to go. YOU CAN HELP by donating directly to our Square account using the QR code in the image below or purchasing concessions at any of our games! Thank you for helping their dreams come true by supporting them today!
Click HERE for more information.
Haga click AQUI para mas informacion.
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Booster News- Volunteer! Battle Mountain Booster Club is working hard to support athletics and activities at BMHS! We are always looking for parents to get involved. If you'd like to join our ranks, please email us at: battlemountainboosterclub@gmail.com. We would love to have you!
- Sponsor! If your business would like to join the other community-leaders enjoying sponsor exposure on the football fence, on scoreboards, or in the gym, please reach out at: battlemountainboosterclub@gmail.com.
- Follow us! Like us on Facebook - "BMHS Booster Club". Follow us on Instagram - @bmhsboosterclub
- Website: BMHS Booster Club Website
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Booster Club Sponsors
The BMHS Booster Club would like to thank the following businesses and families for their support:
*1st Bank
*Alan-Bradley Windows & Doors
*Alpine Bank
ANB Bank
*AWI Construction
*Bloch and Chapleau
*Caballero Construction
*Colorado Mountain College
*Crosstraining Fitness of Vail
*Eagle River Dentistry
*El Segunda Restaurant
*Fiesta’s
*Gallegos
*Holy Cross Energy
*Jackson Building
*Jacobs Interiors
*Montauk Restaurant
*Mountain Recreation
*Mountain Valley Kids Dental
*Pazzo’s Pizza
*Ein Prosit
*PolarStar Properties
*Shaeffer Hyde
*Cathy Thompson State Farm
*Suman Architects
*Steadman Clinic
*Synergy
*Timberlee & Co
*Thirdhome
*Tower Pit
*Vail Integrated Medical Group
*Vail Health
*Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea
*Vail Summit Orthopedic
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Salvation Army
As many of you know, volunteering and giving your time can make a huge impact in our community. It is also good for your health. It’s true! It keeps you mentally stimulated and helps to keep you connected to other people.
Ring the Bell. Great to do with friends, family, and pets! Sign up HERE (Pick a location, then a date and time).
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