Panther Newsletter: 1/5/26

In this issue:

• Welcome back message from the principal: Celebrating service, student achievements and a strong start to 2026

• Academic reminders: Two weeks until semester finals; check Skyward, Google Classroom, Running Start and PCSC grades

• Finals schedule:

  • Jan. 20 — ELA, social studies, PE/health

  • Jan. 21 — Science and art

  • Jan. 22 — Math and CTE

  • Jan. 23 — Make-up and review

• Senior academic support: Senior Saturday intervention and counselor support

• Upcoming events this week:

  • Jan. 5 — Welcome back; normal Monday schedule

  • Jan. 6 — Girls Basketball vs. Rogers; Boys Basketball at Rogers

  • Jan. 7 — Boys Wrestling vs. Spanaway Lake; Girls Wrestling vs. Olympia and Yelm

  • Jan. 8 — NTMS Night; Boys Basketball vs. Sumner; multiple “Pack the House” athletic events

  • Jan. 9–10 — Gymnastics, wrestling, basketball and girls flag football competitions

• Key upcoming dates:

  • Jan. 14 — Shelter-in-place drill

  • Jan. 15–17 — Basketball, swim and gymnastics events

  • Jan. 19 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no school)

  • Jan. 22 — BLHS Curriculum Showcase, 6:30 p.m.

  • Jan. 26 — No school (grading day)

  • Feb. 2 — Spring sports registration opens

• Panthers in the news:

  • Men’s and women’s basketball teams leading SPSL 4A South divisions

  • Eli Davis featured for leadership and athletic excellence

• Community highlights:

  • National Honor Society’s Cookies and Carols service project

  • Elementary Winter Activity Night success

• Class of 2026: Senior Graduation Night planning meeting and survey

• Attendance matters: Finishing the semester strong with consistent attendance

• Career and Information Newsletter: College visits, scholarships, field trips and FAFSA reminders

• Save the date: Class of 2026 graduation — Friday, June 12, 2026, ShoWare Center

• Updated cell phone policy: No devices during instructional time; contact procedures outlined

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