In this issue:
This week's calendar
Immunization exclusion
Read our annual report
School board meeting recap
In case you missed it
Community events
Immunization exclusion
Washington state law requires schools to exclude students who do not have documentation of their required immunizations, proof of immunity or an approved exemption on file. Exclusions in Battle Ground will begin on Nov. 25. Letters were recently mailed to families who are not in compliance with state law. Please visit the Washington Department of Health website for more information on what vaccines are required to attend school in the state of Washington, or how to obtain an approved certificate of exemption.
Read our annual report
The report to our community is in mailboxes. Take a look at the report for information about the budget, school and district academic performance, school building improvements, student and staff accomplishments and much more. You can also find the report on our website.
School board meeting recap
The Battle Ground Public Schools board of directors met on Monday, Nov. 10, for a special meeting/work session and regular meeting. See a video and summary of the meetings. The meetings included:
Discussion of a potential replacement educational programs and operations levy in February 2026.
Approval of policy 1821 regarding standards for individual school directors (board members)
Approval of advertisement of a request for proposal regarding pupil transportation services
Approval of policy 1310 regarding policy adoptions, manuals and administrative procedures
Approval of policy 1820 regarding evaluation of the board
Retirement of policy 1810 regarding annual governance goals and objectives
The board’s next meeting will be Monday, Nov. 24, at the Lewisville campus and streaming online. The regular meeting will begin at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Weather procedures: What you need to know
As temperatures begin to drop, we want to make you aware of our weather procedures and how we will notify families if there is a change to the school schedule. Please see our weather guide (русский) (Español) and note whether your child attends a "north" or "south" school. Since weather can vary across our large district, schools are grouped into north and south areas. Sometimes one may start late or close while the other is open. Weather information is also available by downloading the BGPS mobile app, calling 360-885-5343, visiting our website or checking our Facebook page or Instagram account.
Support for students, families
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.
Student theater performances
There’s still time to catch Battle Ground High School’s performance of Oz and/or Prairie High School’s Six the Musical: Teen Edition. Both shows close on Nov. 22.
Community events
See local events and opportunities, including mentoring, tutoring, learning activities, sports and more.