UPCOMING EVENTS December 4 Winter Orchestra Concert 700 in PAC December 5 Winter Band Concert 700 in PAC December 11 Senior Ad Workshop 400mdash800 in Room 206 December 12 Winter Choir Concert 700 in PAC December 23mdashJanuary 5 No School Winter Break January 13mdash17 Art Exhibition Periods 1 2 3 5 amp 6 January 20 No School Martin Luther King Day January 23 Instrumental SoloEnsemble Concert 700 PM in PAC January 24 End of Semester 1 January 30mdashFebruary 1 Winter Musical 700 PM in PAC February 6mdash7 Winter Musical 700 PM in PAC February 17 No School Presidentrsquos Day February 18 No School Mid Winter Break

DECEMBER 2019

Dear Wolfpack Nation Wow it is already the beginning of December and winter break is just around the corner Now is a great time to check on your studentrsquos progress the end of the semester is Friday January 24 If a student needs some additional help now is the time to get that support We realize our front driveway regarding drop off pick up and parking is an issue This has increased traffic to the back of the school which causes some safety issues and congestion for our busses If we can be patient and stagger pick-ups to a few minutes after the bell there will be less cars blocking the driveways and may help everyone out in the end When we return from Winter break our security updates should be complete There will be some adjustments as we get used to the new construction and security upgrades We are still working on a solution that will allow our Running Start and New Market students access to the building near their parking area Winter activities have begun We are looking forward to watching our student athletes compete and our music students perform Orchestra concert December 4 Band concert December 5 and Choir concert December 12 All concerts will be held in our newly remodeled Performing Arts Center at 700 PM We also have a BHHS Booster club meeting Dec 11 at 630 in the staff lounge As always we would love to see you at these events and the Booster club is open to all so join us It is important students are here at school on time in their classes We are still having too many tardies and unexcused absences please work with us to assist your student(s) being present and on time Good luck DECA club at the Area competition coming up January 15 If you have a senior please check in with them regarding their progress for the senior exit interviews coming up on April 1 and 2 They need to have 30-community service hours completed and am updated resume turned in to Ms Bender in the career center before being able to schedule their Senior Exit interview Lastly I want to thank you for allowing us the opportunity to work with your sons and daughters We really have great students here at Black Hills High School They brighten my day every single day and I am grateful I get to work with them on getting a top-notch education Please feel free to contact me anytime if you have any question comments or feedback The last day of school before winter break is Friday Dec 20 2019 and we return to school on Monday January 6 2020 Have a Great December Go Wolves Sincerely

Dave Myers Principal

Black Hills High School

WOLF TRACKS

PRINCIPALrsquoS MESSAGE

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November Students of the Month

Cailin Thomas

Arts

Riley Brown

Math

Trevor Fourtner

CTE

Emma Prybylski PE

Shaw Jefferson History

Jorge Flores

PE

Chase Tompkins

Science

Samantha West

World Languages

Carson Lowe

Language Arts

LITTLE WOLVES BOYSrsquo BASKETBALL 2019-2020

After a great couple of years we are THRILLED that Little Wolves boys basketball is almost here again Little Wolves is a league for boys attending any district grade school We will continue to use this as a feeder program and as an opportunity to familiarize our community with our players and coaches This program will be offered to boys currently in grades 2-5 The emphasis at Little Wolves Basketball is on sportsmanship having fun and allowing all to participate Our goal is to give our future BHHS Wolves a chance to learn basketball fundamentals and develop skills through direct instruction and games Every participant will receive a Little Wolves jersey a basketball instruction with Wolves players and coaches and plenty of encouragement Please join us and become part of a proud Wolves basketball tradition Registration Please mail the registration form to Black Hills High School 7741 Littlerock Rd SW Olympia WA 98512 Attention Jeff Gallagher by November 30th You can also email your registration information to JeffGallaghertumwaterk12waus to reserve your spots We are always open to new participants and can take registrations after this date however in order to make sure we get correct jersey sizes early registration is appreciated ClinicPractice Saturday December 14 21 28 and January 4 th from 900am ndash 1100 am at Black Hills High School The first day the boys will meet their coaches and teammates and instruction will begin Games All games w ill be played at Black Hil ls High School on Saturday mornings from 1000 am to 1100 am WE ARE WORKING WITH TUMWATER YOUTH BASKETBALL SO THAT GAME TIMES WILL NOT CONFLICT WITH THEIR SCHEDULE AND KIDS THAT WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN BOTH LEAGUES CAN DO SO Each team will have an opportunity to play at halftime of a varsity game as well (most likely more than once those dates will be announced on December 14th) Fee $7500 per person $13000 for tw o players $18500 for three players in the same family Please make checks payable to Black Hills Basketball Booster Club Questions For registration forms or questions Please contact Jeff Gallagher (Head Coach) at JeffGallagherTumwaterk12waus

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November Students of the Month

Cailin Thomas

Arts

Riley Brown

Math

Trevor Fourtner

CTE

Emma Prybylski PE

Shaw Jefferson History

Jorge Flores

PE

Chase Tompkins

Science

Samantha West

World Languages

Carson Lowe

Language Arts

LITTLE WOLVES BOYSrsquo BASKETBALL 2019-2020

After a great couple of years we are THRILLED that Little Wolves boys basketball is almost here again Little Wolves is a league for boys attending any district grade school We will continue to use this as a feeder program and as an opportunity to familiarize our community with our players and coaches This program will be offered to boys currently in grades 2-5 The emphasis at Little Wolves Basketball is on sportsmanship having fun and allowing all to participate Our goal is to give our future BHHS Wolves a chance to learn basketball fundamentals and develop skills through direct instruction and games Every participant will receive a Little Wolves jersey a basketball instruction with Wolves players and coaches and plenty of encouragement Please join us and become part of a proud Wolves basketball tradition Registration Please mail the registration form to Black Hills High School 7741 Littlerock Rd SW Olympia WA 98512 Attention Jeff Gallagher by November 30th You can also email your registration information to JeffGallaghertumwaterk12waus to reserve your spots We are always open to new participants and can take registrations after this date however in order to make sure we get correct jersey sizes early registration is appreciated ClinicPractice Saturday December 14 21 28 and January 4 th from 900am ndash 1100 am at Black Hills High School The first day the boys will meet their coaches and teammates and instruction will begin Games All games w ill be played at Black Hil ls High School on Saturday mornings from 1000 am to 1100 am WE ARE WORKING WITH TUMWATER YOUTH BASKETBALL SO THAT GAME TIMES WILL NOT CONFLICT WITH THEIR SCHEDULE AND KIDS THAT WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN BOTH LEAGUES CAN DO SO Each team will have an opportunity to play at halftime of a varsity game as well (most likely more than once those dates will be announced on December 14th) Fee $7500 per person $13000 for tw o players $18500 for three players in the same family Please make checks payable to Black Hills Basketball Booster Club Questions For registration forms or questions Please contact Jeff Gallagher (Head Coach) at JeffGallagherTumwaterk12waus

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Career Center News December 2019

ASVAB Test will be given on December 19th 8am in the Career Center This test is a

requirement if you join the military HOWEVER it is not a commitment to the military If you are thinking it may be an option for you take the test This is for juniors and seniors only The test will start promptly at

8am Please sign up with Mr Pedersen

Senior Presentations will take place on April 1st amp 2nd Presentations will begin at 11AM following our early release for all students These are the only two days seniors will have to complete their presentation and are required to have an advocate sit on their panel The advocate must be 21yr or older and not related to the

student BHHS Teachers are not available to do this as they are panel leaders Advocate forms will be available when you sign up

We will go over the particulars about this at the Senior Class Meeting on Jan 15th

If you as a community member would like to volunteer to sit on senior panels either of these days please contact me at jillbendertumwaterk12waus

City of Tumwater Internship The internship is to provide a student that has not previous work experience the opportunity to work and be exposed to an office environment The schedule would be fulltime Monday through Friday The student needs to be at least 16 years of age The position would work in a different department each afternoon and help with office support type tasks (filing typing etc) Interested students should see Mrs Bender

Black Lake Trees Black Lake Christmas Trees is looking for students who are interested in after school amp weekend volunteer opportunities They need help cleaning up the fields and helping with customers Please call Marv Reiner at 360-866-4125 for more information Check out their website for address and directions wwwblacklaketreescom

Itrsquos Time for Albertsonrsquos Harvest Drive Our goal at City Gates Ministries has been to keep homelessness from escalating The proceeds which come from Albertsons have helped over 1900 households maintain financial security threw the commodities associated from your volunteer support last year This is a huge benefit to helping families in need Please join us at the tables again this year so we can continue the work God has enabled us to do When November 1st to December 24th DaysHours 7 days a week 1100 am ndash 700 pm Location 3520 Pacific Ave SE Olympia WA 98501 For more information or to sign up for a shift go to https citygatesministriesorg albertsons-harvest-drive

Become a TYP Volunteer Tumwater Parks amp Recreation is proud to facilitate the Tumwater Youth Program (TYP) for teens and pre-teens in our community TYP would not exist without the generous contributions of time and talent given by citizens of Tumwater Before volunteering students will need to attend one of our volunteer orientations and pass a national

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background check Any student can volunteer as soon as they are a freshman in high school The orientation dates are below 1218 6-645pm in the Conference Room Tumwater City Hall 115 6-645pm in the Conference Room at Tumwater City Hall 212 6-645pm in the Conference Room at Tumwater City Hall Please consider joining the TYP Volunteer Team For more information about the TYP and how you can get involved please contact Josh Irwin Recreation Coordinator Tumwater Parks amp Recreation 360-754-4160 jirwincitumwaterwaus

Boys and Girls Club- Do you want to be a Homework Hero This is a 1 hr 2 days per week commitment For at least one school quarter You will provide one on one assistance with homework and learning to an individual student For more information see Mrs Bender in the Career Center or email Tabitha at tbirchbgctcorg

Crisis Clinic of Thurston and Mason Counties Contact twilliamscrisis-clinicorg The Crisis Clinic is looking for teenagers between the ages of 15 and 18 to train and volunteer at the Clinic Applications are available at httpwwwcrisis-clinicorgVolunteerphp

Friends of Capitol Forest (FOCF) FOCF is a mountain bike based non-profit who maintain and build trails in partnership with DNR We now have three regular opportunities for working in the Forest every month Our work parties are true low-barrier events We provide breakfast lunch and beverages plus all the tools youll need We even have spare work gloves All you have to do is show up with a pair of sturdy shoes some clothes you dont mind staining Capitol Forest Brown and a good attitude No prior experience necessary For more information on these opportunities go to httpswwwfriendsofcapitolforestorgvolunteer-opportunities GRuB Volunteers help us fulfill and expand our mission by sharing their time energy and skills on the farm in the kitchen building backyard gardens and more For more information on volunteer opportunities go to httpswwwgoodgruborgvolunteer

Hands on Childrens Museum Volunteer Opportunity HOCM is looking for volunteers to help with their summer programs You must fill out the application and background check This online Volunteer applications can be found at httpswwwhocmorgvolunteer-form

Thurston County Food Bank Contact volunteersthurstoncountyfoodbankorg or 3528597 ext 107 Volunteers are scheduled Monday through Friday for daytime shifts two evenings a month and at other times to support special programs and events Orientations are Third Tuesdays at our Warehouse amp Distribution Center 300 PM to 400 PM 2260 Mottman Rd SW Tumwater WA 98512 If you would like to volunteer for a specific event for a short time or would like to bring a large group please contact us with the particulars httpsthurstoncountyfoodbankorgvolunteer

Tumwater Middle School TMS is in need of volunteers after school to help teachers with classroom preparations You will need to complete the TSD Volunteer form For more information email Kristine Kaschube Kristinekaschubetumwaterk12waus or call 7097504 Volunteer Tumwater The City of Tumwater has several opportunities for you to volunteer your time This can be a one-time commitment or ongoing depending on the need For more information go to httpswwwcitumwaterwausdepartmentsexecutivecity-programsvolunteer-tumwater and find out how you can help keep Tumwater beautiful

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(Continued on page 5)

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YMCA The YMCA is looking for students to become a part of their volunteer family helping elementary school kids with homework and being a part of the activities after homework time at the Y Briggs location There is a required application For more information contact Jennifer Veitch veirchjssymcsnet Volunteer for the Santa Mobile this December Join the Tumwater Fire Department in spreading some holiday cheer during the month of December Volunteer to ride on the antique fire truck and collect non-perishable food items and money for the Thurston County Food Bank to help neighbors in need this season Individuals and groups can volunteer to be one of Santarsquos helpers to ride on the engine collect donations and spread holiday cheer in Tumwater neighborhoods Register today for one of the limited seats available The Santa Mobilersquos schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather Seats are limited Register today httpsdocsgooglecomformsd1yxqLmrG6NkrqcSjnfwbhS29cgQRr4rpMkHP5pTYd1Jsviewformedit_requested=true South Sound Prairies httpwwwsouthsoundprairiesorgvolunteer Join the friendly volunteers who help the Center for Natural Lands Management restore remnants of our rare and beautiful prairie landscape and learn about our natural heritage in the process New faces are always welcome Work parties are scheduled year-round every Tuesday and every second Saturday of each month For more information or to sign up please email us at ssvolunteerscnlmorg or click on the link above

30 hours of documented community service with a non-profit organization is a graduation requirement A list of organizations can be found on our website under the Academics tab

along with the form Community service activities in a governmental non-profit or bona fide charitable organization are appropriate

Senior News

Seniors please come to the Career Center and verify your name for your diploma It must match your birth certificate Your final resume is due to Mrs Bender by December 20th Community Service hours must be completed and documented before you can sign up for your presentation

There are many opportunities posted on the ldquoScholarship Bulletinrdquo on the BHHS webpage Information and applications can be found here httpswwwtumwaterk12wausPage2617

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Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination Title IX Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator Assistant Superintendent Shawn Batstone shawnbatstonetumwaterk12waus 360-709-7030 621 Linwood Ave SW Tumwater WA 98512 Section 504 Coordinator ndash Director Kelli Ehresmann kelliehresmanntumwaterk12waus 360-709-7040 621 Linwood Ave SW Tumwater WA

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Thank You for Donating

You are always appreciated

You Save Lives Donors registered 66

Donations Collected 53

Your whole blood donations from this drive will help save up to

159 local patients

Thank you for stepping up and saving lives in our community We collect 25 of

our blood products from students and Black Hills High School is an important

part of our life-saving team

We appreciate your commitment

Thank you to Dale Reeves and his KEY Club for organizing recruiting and oversee-

ing this life-saving event

We had 30 first time donors at this drive

We hope your donation experience was great and that you

continue this life-saving habit

We had 67 donors signed up to donate and registered 66 ndash thatrsquos an AMAZING turnout (985

show up rate)

Thank you to our registration volunteers Hank Brandi and Jinny

We have exciting scholarship incentives for students

check out how to earn some college funds by going here wwwbloodworksnworgscholarship

Blood donations are essential for the safety and well-being of our community Bloodworks Northwest is the sole or pri-mary supplier for over 80 hospitals in the Pacific Northwest providing well over 95 of all blood components used by

local patients

When you donate with Bloodworks local blood donors are saving local patientsrsquo lives

Check out the Bloodworks Northwest Blog for patient stories and more

Thank you for being a donor

Drive results for Black Hills High School 11062019

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Senior Recognition Ad Night Congratulate your senior with a custom ad in the 2020 Yearbook Graduates will treasure this last-ing impression for years to come During our Senior Ad Nights our yearbook staff will design your personalized message with photos Please contact the yearbook adviser Joe Derrig with questions (360)709-7867 or joederrigtumwaterk12waus Date Wednesday December 11th (Last one for the 2020 yearbook) Time 400 to 800 pm in room 206 upstairs by the center stairway in the classroom building

Please bring Photos to use (digital or print) A prepared message

Cost

Full page $360 Half page $180 Quarter page $100 Eighth page $65

PROOF APPROVAL I have viewed the proof and approve the design text and images for print in the BHHS yearbook Purchased by __________________________ For Senior _________________________ Contact _______________________________ Yearbook Staff _____________________ Approval Signature

Amount Due ________________ Paid Yes No Method Cash Check ___________________ Recrsquod by ___________________________________

COMMUNICATIONS TO FAMILIES SCHOOLMESSENGER SYSTEM The District uses SchoolMessenger to very quickly place a phone call andor email to all families and staff If there is an issue that will impact the start of the school day we will send a robo-call to all families at around 6 am In order for this system to work best please keep your contact information up-to-date You can see how to update your information by clicking on the Setting Your Preferences link on the left If you have any problems updating your information you can contact your childs school

COMMUNICATION TO MEDIA FLASHALERTNET Our regional emergency communications system is FlashAlertnet We contact this service as soon as the decision is made at around 530 am Below is the list of television and radio stations that receives and posts our FlashAlert messag-es The message is also available on their website wwwflashalertnet You can also sign up to receive a notification from Flash Alert by visiting their website

OTHER COMMUNICATION OPTIONS

ACT DAYS ARE IMPACTED BY LATE START If weather causes a late start on a Friday ACT day students will be released at the regularly scheduled time There will be no early release for teacher collaboration

HOW ARE DECISIONS MADE When weather events happen there are always questions about the process for making decisions to delay or close schools Here are typical steps that are followed 300-500 AM The Transportation Supervisor drives bus routes to determine road conditions He also checks local state and regional weather forecast information 515 AM The Transportation Supervisor makes recommendations to the Superintendent relative to school closure or late start The Superintendent may check forecasts and consult with other local school district leaders before making the final decision by 530 AM when he contacts staff to alert the media

SNOW ROUTES During the winter months school buses may have to use alternate routes due to poor road conditions

Beginning about 530 am a message will also be on our district emergency phone line 360-709-7999 as well as our district website

We also use Twitter and Facebook to send out a brief message Twitter TumwaterSDNews Facebook httpswwwfacebookcomTumwaterSD

AM Radio Stations FM Radio Station TV Stations

KMAS 1030 KRXY 945 KING Ch 5KONG CH 6

KGY 1240 KXXO 961 KIRO Ch 7

KAYO 969 KOMO Ch 4

KMAS 1033 KCPQ Ch 13

Cheer had a fun fall season The cheerleaders performed in assemblies kept the crowd in-volved during football games and showed their school pride during the Spirit Fire They had the end of season banquet and said ldquoGoodbyerdquo to the three veteran seniors Wishing them all the best Now looking forward to cheering for the Boys and Girls basketball teams

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CHEER

FEDERAL IMPACT AID SURVEY

The 2019-20 Federal Impact Aid Surveys were distributed to all students

in early November All active duty parents and guardians are asked to

complete the form sign and date it in ink One form per student should

be returned as soon as possible We will continue collecting them

through December Based on the number of surveys returned will deter-

mine our districts eligibility to collect federal funds under Public Law 87-

874 All information is kept confidential Please contact Denise Reed at

360-709-7049 with questions To get a copy of the survey and more

information please go to our webpage Thank you

JOSTENS ORDERING FOR THE CLASS OF 2020

Did you miss the in-school order day No need to worry you can still obtain the current group pricing rate by placing your order online at httpwwwjostenscom or calling 1-800-Jostens by December 13th Graduating high school is a major accomplishment in your childs life We want to help you share their success and make sure you have the opportunity to get everything you need to recognize their achievement and make their senior year a memorable celebration

Cheer had a fun fall season The cheerleaders performed in assemblies kept the crowd in-volved during football games and showed their school pride during the Spirit Fire They had the end of season banquet and said ldquoGoodbyerdquo to the three veteran seniors Wishing them all the best Now looking forward to cheering for the Boys and Girls basketball teams

WOLF TRACKS PAGE 10

CHEER

FEDERAL IMPACT AID SURVEY

The 2019-20 Federal Impact Aid Surveys were distributed to all students

in early November All active duty parents and guardians are asked to

complete the form sign and date it in ink One form per student should

be returned as soon as possible We will continue collecting them

through December Based on the number of surveys returned will deter-

mine our districts eligibility to collect federal funds under Public Law 87-

874 All information is kept confidential Please contact Denise Reed at

360-709-7049 with questions To get a copy of the survey and more

information please go to our webpage Thank you

JOSTENS ORDERING FOR THE CLASS OF 2020

Did you miss the in-school order day No need to worry you can still obtain the current group pricing rate by placing your order online at httpwwwjostenscom or calling 1-800-Jostens by December 13th Graduating high school is a major accomplishment in your childs life We want to help you share their success and make sure you have the opportunity to get everything you need to recognize their achievement and make their senior year a memorable celebration

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