FEBRUARY 2013

Hi Parents and Guardians,

Semester 1 has ended and a new one has begun. If you have not received your

student’s semester 1 grade report by the end of this week please contact the registrar’s office. If you have a student that failed a course it is important to have your student

enroll in an online retrieval course rather than wait until the senior year. If your student is a senior make sure that your student meets with a counselor to see what is

needed to retrieve credit required for graduation.

Last week we held a senior class meeting and shared information about the upcoming

March 20th and 21st senior exit interviews. We will have half days on these two days so all staff may participate on senior interview panels. Juniors will have an opportunity to

sign up in the career center to observe senior exit interviews. Our underclassmen will have opportunities on these two half days in March to do community service as well as

register for classes for the upcoming year. It is important that your senior student be

thinking and preparing for the upcoming presentations. The student presentation portion needs to be 5 to 10 minutes and must include a visual. All information

pertaining to the senior exit interviews is on our web page. Please make sure to connect with your senior and support them in preparing for the interviews.

During the senior meeting I stressed with seniors the importance of completing online

courses by the required deadline. All online courses must be completed and grades

posted to transcripts with our registrar no later than May 24, 2013. There are no extensions so, please make sure to monitor the progress of your student if they are

taking any online courses. Seniors must meet all graduation requirements in order to participate in the graduation ceremony; this means online courses must be done and

grades submitted by May 24, 2013. If you have any questions please contact your

student’s counselor. We want every senior to succeed and meet the requirements so they can participate and receive their diploma. Posted on the web page is a chart listing

the dates for all the upcoming senior activities/events. A copy is included in this edition of Wolf Tracks.

As we enter into this last half of the year, I would also like to stress the importance of relationships and behaviors that reflect respect. In our interactions with each other we

will have differences of opinions but how we react to those differences is crucial. Bullying, intimidation, and harassment are issues facing schools across the country and

we want to make sure BHHS continues to be a safe positive place for our students and staff. Please talk with your student about bullying and continue to increase awareness

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Black Hills High

Wolf Tracks PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

UPCOMING EVENTS

February 11 Spring Sport Clearance Begins

February 12

Blood Drive All Day

February 13

Parent Information Night 6:30 in Commons

February 18 No School

Presidents’ Day

February 19 No School

Mid-Winter Break

February 20 or Marc h 5th

Mandatory Parent Meeting for Cheer Tryouts

5:30—6:30

February 23

Father—Daughter Dance

February 25 Spring Sports Start

Be sure to clear in the ASB Of-

fice

February 26—27 2013/2014 Registration

March 6 Choir Concert

7:00 in PAC

March 7 District Band Concert

7:00

March 11—14

Cheer Tryouts 5:30—7:00

All Students participating in an AP (Advanced Placement) course please be aware of the payment deadline of March

22nd at 2:30 PM. Each exam you sign up to take costs $89. All students that are on Free/Reduced lunch need only to

pay $10 for their AP exam. If any student or parent has any questions about payment please contact Mr. Franklin @ 709-7822 or via e-mail @ todd.franklin@tumwater.k12.wa.us.

AP Test schedule is as follows:

May 8th AP Calculus May 9th AP Literature & Composition

May 10th AP Language & Composition

May 13th AP Biology May 14th AP US Government

May 15th AP US History May 16th AP World History

AP STUDENTS

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SPRING SPORTS START 2/25/13

CLEARANCE

STARTS 2/11/13

ALL FINES MUST BE CLEARED, MUST HAVE CURRENT ASB CARD, $75

SPORTS FEE, COMPLETE FORMS AND AT LEAST A 2.5 GPA. DON’T WAIT

UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE! CLEAR EARLY AND AVOID THE LONG LINES AT

THE ASB OFFICE!!

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and encourage personal responsibility to report bullying. Actions that mock, tease, gossip, or oppressive jokes or name calling are forms of bullying. If your student experiences bullying behaviors or is a witness to bullying please have them

report it. We have forms available in the main office.

Our winter season for sports and activities was filled with success and I thank you for supporting our students. Please

check our calendar for upcoming events.

Respectfully, Kerry

I do not want the peace that passeth understanding. I want the understanding which bringeth peace. – Helen Keller

Click here for BHHS Webpage

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The BHHS Band had a terrific showing at the instrumental solo and ensemble festival held Saturday, February 2nd, at

Timberline High School. BHHS students are regional champions in a school-record seven categories!!! The following students won their regional competition and will be competing at state in April:

Trumpet Solo—Will Miller

Snare Solo—Reese Maultsby

Mallet Solo—Reese Maultsby Timpani Solo—Jacob Carlson

Multiple Percussion—Reese Maultsy Large Percussion Ensemble—Reese Maultsby, Jacob Carlson, Shaun Peters, Ashley Aarts,

Blake Fullington, Tyler Durant, Rachel Roberts, Draevin Luke, Amanda Rennie and Lisa Ghorghiu

Large Brass Ensemble—Alec Taylor, Derek Thedell, Cameron Johnson, Kyle Sammons and Kavyn Kemp

CONGRATULATIONS MUSICIANS!

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Athletes of the Week

November Week 1 Danielle Won Cross Country

November Week 1 Josh Moloney Football

November Week 2 Claire Miller Bowling

November Week 2 Mason Adams Wrestling

November Week 3 Nicole Nurmi Basketball

November Week 3 Jacob Burgess Basketball

November Week 4 Sarah McGee Basketball

November Week 4 Spencer Gurrad Wrestling

December Week 3 Gabby Coviello Bowling

December Week 3 Drew Devoe Basketball

December Week 4 Selina Lalau Basketball

December Week 4 Josh Newell Basketball

January Week 1 Taylor Sauls Basketball

January Week 1 Brendan Herd Basketball

January Week 2 Ashley Aarts Bowling

January Week 2 Logan Gillihan Wrestling

January Week 3 Kendall Headrick Bowling

CHEER TRYOUTS: Black Hills Cheer Tryouts will be March 11-14th . Practices will be Monday through Wednesday from 5:30-7:00pm. Then, tryouts will be on

Thursday. Girls will also need to sign up for an interview either before or after

practices that week. Tryout applications and recommendation packets will be available at the ASB office from February 15th through March 8th. Get your

packet early since all paperwork is due on the first day of Tryout Practice. Please remember that you also need to have had a physical within the

last year and turn in the Medical Examination Form with your paperwork in order to practice.

TRYOUT MEETINGS: In order to tryout girls must attend a mandatory informational meeting. There are two dates to choose from to accommodate

busy schedules. The first meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 20th from 5:30-6:30. The second meeting is scheduled for March 5th from 5:30-

6:30. In order to tryout, you must attend one of these meetings with a parent.

BLACK HILLS CHEER

Black Hills Fastpitch will be holding a Field Work Day on February 23rd, 2013 form 9AM-1PM on our

fields outside. We are looking for volunteers, even those who are not apart of fastpitch. If you need

community service hours, this is a great opportunity to receive 5 hours. Come prepared to get dirt or

paint on your clothes. If you are interested in helping please let Coach Nikki Winkley know by

February 19th, 2013 email nikki.winkley@tumwater.k12.wa.us

Black Hills Fastpitch starts February 25th, 2013. Please see the ASB office to get cleared before that

day.

Open Gyms are still ongoing every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights 7-8:30PM at

BHHS. This is open to all Tumwater School District Students. Get some extra time in the gym before

your season begins. Open to all sports and activities. For more information please contact Coach Nikki Winkley at

nikki.winkley@tumwater.k12.wa.us

Black Hills Fastpitch will be holding a clinic April 13, 2013 for all 7-15 year old girls. We will cover Hitting, Bunting, Baserunning and

Positional Defense Skills. For more information please go to our website: http://www.tumwater.k12.wa.us//Domain/724

Black Hills Fastpitch will be holding the 3rd Annual Wolf Pack Nation Dodgeball Tournament. It is open to all current high school

students. For more information and how to sign up please go to our website: http://www.tumwater.k12.wa.us//Domain/724

BLACK HILLS FASTPITCH

The Black Hills Football program has been recognized as the Sportsmanship Award winner by the South Sound Officials Association for the 2012 season.

The Football team has, in the past, been recognized with this same award

in 1999, 2001, 2007, and 2009. When one considers 3-A state playoff appearances in 2001, 2002, and 2004, 2-A state playoff appearances in

2008 and 2009, and Pioneer Bowl victories in 2003, 2004, and 2009, you get a clear picture of what a quality Football program we have at Black

Hills. Great Job! GO WOLVES!

BLACK HILLS FOOTBALL WINS 5TH SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD

Tumwater School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion,

color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender

expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a

person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the

Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries may be made to: Kim Howard,

Compliance Coordinator at 360-709-7000, 621 Linwood Ave. SW, Tumwater, WA 98512

ART

EXHIBITIONSEXHIBITIONS

2 DAYS ONLY!!!

Thursday and Friday

May 30th and 31st

Periods 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6

VISUAL ARTS (Rm. 75)

Each class period is a different

show!

(To see a particular artist’s work,

follow his/her class schedule.)

Bring your camera!

Meet the artists!

Refreshments provided by the

artists

Black Hills High School hosted the districts Family Health and Fitness Night

which was a huge success. The event was highly attended by families and students with approximately 125 people filling the main gym. With over

seventeen community and school vendors providing activities, healthy foods, and health tips fun was had by all. The Olympian followed up with a

great article, link below. Look for more Health and Fitness activities coming

in the spring.

http://www.theolympian.com/2013/01/21/2392003/grant-helps-district-promote-health.html

FIRST ANNUAL FAMILY HEALTH AND FITNESS NIGHT

Girls Tennis begins on Monday, February 25th. We had a lot of seniors graduate last year, so all spots on the team are wide open for competition. This is a no cut program and we often get girls who have never played a sport before and they become very good players! Tennis is a lifetime sport and we have a lot of fun hitting balls at practice. Most of our time is spent just hitting the ball and learning how to play correctly, appreciate the sport and have fun. Remember, we take all ability levels and remember to bring a friend out! Tennis is a great way to get fit, have fun, get a tan, be with your friends...and best of all- tennis lasts a lifetime! You must be cleared by the ASB Office in order to play. Questions: Contact Greg Bert, Head Coach, greg.bert@tumwater.k12.wa.us We also have loaner racquets. See you on the courts!

Coach Bert

GIRLS’ TENNIS

The Black Hills DECA club recently competed at Area competition at the Little Creek Casino in Shelton. We had 90 students competing in categories ranging from sports and entertainment marketing to apparel and accessories. Our members prepared for weeks in advance, taking practice tests and reviewing performance indicators right up to their presentation time. All of their hard work paid off and Black Hills has 22 students heading to the State Career Development Conference in March. The State competition, which is held annually in Bellevue, is an incredible three day trip that allows DECA members to learn and grow, both as individuals and as members of an organization. Also coming up soon is the annual Father-Daughter Dance that DECA puts on to help offset the cost of the previously stated conference.

Organized and hosted by DECA students, the dance is always a huge success and much beloved by the elementary aged girls in the area. This year's theme is California Dreams and DECA is dedicated to giving every little girl the VIP treatment. The dance will be held on February 23rd from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Black Hills High School. As in previous' years, we expect this dance to go very well, aiding DECA state-goers while also providing the young girls of our community with a magical night they will never forget.

DECA

The Lady Wolves have earned a trip to Districts!!! After many months of sweat, hard work, and dedication during the regular season the girls basketball team has fought to earn a #3 seed into post season district play. Please congratulate these girls when you see

them. Our first district game will be Friday February 8th at 7:00 site TBA.

GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

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December Students of the Month

Brianna Maurer Arts

Taylar Race

PE

Lilly Garloff English

Claire Miller

Science

Casey Duff History

Ben Warner

Technology

Dauzale Wallace Math

Corban Nemeth

World Languages

January Students of the Month

Liza Truschel Arts

Cecilia Veria-Means PE

Destiny Parker-Freeman English

Ian Forster History

Taryn Girard Technology

Jacob Noonan Math

Katelyn Notestine World Languages

A huge congrats to Ashley Aarts for being the top individual qualifier for the state bowling tournament at districts January 25th. Her three games were 265 (school record), 180, and

190, for a 3-game series of 635 (school record). The team finished as league champions for

the third year in a row, but did not make the cut for state with a 7th place finish at districts. At state on February 1st Ashley averaged 193 over 6 games to finish 7th at the combined

2A/3A State Bowling Championships. She was awesome! It was a blast to watch such a great kid do her best when it really counted and stay focused throughout the long day.

Coach Matt Bell

CONGRATULATIONS ASHLEY AARTS AND BOWLING TEAM

Please join us for our winter parent/student information night. February 13th 6:30pm in the BHHS Performing Arts Cen-

ter. Topics to be discussed will be our Advanced Placement program, New Market and Running Start. If your student is

interested in any of these programs please plan on attending. Our counseling center staff will be in attendance for any

other questions you may have. Hope to see you on the 13th.

WINTER PARENT/STUDENT INFORMATION NIGHT

The Department of Ecology plans to hire an Ecology Youth Corps road crew in our area. You must be between the ages of 14-17. This is a two part applications. Starting Feb. 1st, applicants will be able to go access the 2013 on-line EYC

Applications form at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/swfa/eyc/swro/html. After you complete part 1, you will

automatically be linked to Part 2, Teacher Reference Forms. You will need two references and they must be received by April 1st. For more information, see the Career Center.

ECOLOGY YOUTH CORP

The City of Tumwater is looking for a high school junior or senior interested in their Intern program. This part-time position will start in Feb. and continue until the end of the school year.

All applicants must turn a letter of interest into Mrs. Jones by Feb 6th.

You cannot apply for this job without a letter of interest. If you have any questions, see Mrs. Jones.

CITY OF TUMWATER INTERN PROGRAM

Sign off on your diploma?

Final revised Resume?

30 hours of Community Service documented?

Scheduled your Senior Exit Interview? (March 20th and 21st)

FAFSA?

Have you finished your college, financial aid and scholarship applications?

Checked out the Scholarship bulletin weekly for upcoming scholarship opportunities? (Scholarship bulletin can be

found on the BHHS website)

*Reminder- Please bring in copies of your scholarship and financial aid awards to Mrs. Jones. This

documentation is needed for the “Evening of Excellence” as well as yearend information.

SENIORS HAVE YOU COMPLETED YOUR CHECKLIST?

The Tumwater School District if offering SAT Prep classes for Math and Critical Reasoning/Writing. Math classes will meet from 6-8pm on Mondays beginning March 11th and the Critical Reasoning/Writing classes will

meet form 6-8pm of Thursdays beginning March 14th. All classes will meet at THS. The cost of one class is $75 or

$130 for both. Registration and payment can be done at your ASB office.

The downtown Timberland Library is hosting free SAT/ACT prep classes every Monday night from 7-7:50pm. These classes will run through May and are provided by University Tutoring.

SAT/ACT INFORMATION