Weekly Update
November 4, 2020
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Dear BBHS Families,
Thank you to the Parent Association for hosting the "Calm Parenting in Times of Crisis" webinar with clinical psychologist Dr. Laura Kastner on Wednesday, November 18 at 7 p.m. I would love to see every parent participate. To learn more about the event and to register, please read the information below.
Additionally, this is an important time in our country and world. As a school, we have created opportunities for faculty, staff and students to discuss and process the results of the election and reactions to it. Teachers are available to facilitate conversations in their classrooms, which we hope are rooted in our Catholic faith which teaches us, as echoed in the recent letter from Archbishop Etienne, to be inclusive, respectful and to value all perspectives.
On Monday, I read a message that resonated with me from the founder of Code.org, Hadi Partovi. He said, “students will all benefit from a reminder about what makes America so special: our shared belief in equality, liberty, justice, and democracy.” He went on to say, "there may be no group more dedicated to the American ideal of equality of opportunity than educators." This value is present at Bishop Blanchet on a daily basis, as I witness the dedication of teachers, coaches and club moderators. I am especially grateful to be surrounded by educators who care so deeply about their students, and my wish is that every student attending Bishop Blanchet achieves their greatest potential.
Sincerely,
Sam Procopio
Principal
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From the Activities Office |
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SENIOR PARENTS - PURCHASE YEARBOOK TRIBUTES
Senior parents, it's time to purchase a yearbook tribute for your member of the Class of 2021! Once the spaces are sold out, no others will be added. Revenues help offset the cost of prom, so please reserve your tribute today. Email Mr. Grasseschi with questions.
Chuck Bocian
Vice Principal of Activities
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From the Performing and Fine Arts Department |
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IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A RADIO PLAY
Work continues on It’s a Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play, which will be presented December 4, 5, and 6. Links to the performances will be available soon.
If you want to find out more information about this show and all things DRAMA, join the BBHS Drama Google Classroom with code 4nkp4c2.
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PALS VIRTUAL PARENT MEETING
Is your BBHS student involved or interested in the Performing Arts? PALS (Performing Arts League Supporters) is a parent group that supports these students and the Drama/Musical, Choir and Band programs. Please join our PALS parent meeting on Monday, November 9 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Everyone is welcome! We'll provide an overview of PALS for new parents and discuss the support needs for the Spotlight Cabaret scheduled for Saturday, November 14. We look forward to kicking off an exciting year with all of you!
STUDENT ART
Students in Digital Photography created a layflat narrative to express their "quarantine self-portrait”. Photos below (left to right) are by Catherine Herber `23, Olivia DeFeo `23 and Liam Rogan `21.
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Pottery and Sculpture made a kirigami (cut paper) design. Designs (left, clockwise) are by Lila Kopp`24, Claire Ziemer `24, Rosalyn Keppler `22 and Lulu Zinsmeyer `24. In AP Art & Design, Marne Orsen `21 created three postcard-size artworks (center) about secrets, and Rowan Rathbun `21 shared his sketchbook work (right).
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THE SHOW MUST GO ON!
Join us Saturday, November 14 at 7 p.m for our annual celebration of the performing arts, Spotlight Cabaret!
Though we cannot gather this year in person, our fabulous students will dazzle you with high-energy, high-caliber performances that you and your entire household will enjoy via livestream. In addition to the amazing student performances, we will also announce our spring musical!
This year more than ever, our students need your support. The arts provide an essential platform for students to find mutual support and a safe place to express themselves. Your generosity ensures we can continue to serve our student performers in these challenging times. The livestream link to Spotlight Cabaret will be emailed to Patrons, and shared via the BBHS website and social media platforms. Please show your support and become a Performing Arts Patron today!
Corey Eriksen
Performing and Fine Arts Department Chair
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DROP-IN ELECTION SUPPORT
If the election is on your student’s mind and they would like a place to process and check in with fellow classmates, the Counseling Department is hosting a virtual drop-in group to help facilitate this. This drop-in group is open to all BBHS students and will take place Thursday, November 5 at 10 a.m. (an Asynchronous Green Day). Please email if your student is interested in attending.
Kaitlyn Overman
Social Emotional Counselor
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From the Office of Campus Ministry |
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GRATITUDE RETREAT
Students of all grades are invited to participate in the upcoming Gratitude Retreat. Students will gather on campus from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, November 12 (participation via Zoom is also an option). The retreat will include discussions and activities grounded in research about the benefits of taking time to be thankful. Please email the Campus Ministry Team for more information or to register your student.
Rachel Longest
Director of Campus Ministry
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From the Admissions Department |
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CALLING ALL FUTURE BRAVES!
If you have friends, family or neighbors with middle schoolers - we invite you to share with them some of the upcoming opportunities for them to get to know more about BBHS. Virtual visits for students and parents/guardians are now available! See details below.
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NEW STUDENT-LED TOUR VIDEO
Check out our new student-led tour video, featuring seven students who somehow managed to get their hands on they keys to the school for an after-hours tour of BBHS.
Be True! Be Kind! Be Brave!
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B.R.A.V.E. (BLANCHET REMOTE ACCESS VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE) DAY
8th graders are invited in small groups to join us for a B.R.A.V.E. Day - a half day, virtual, live, personalized tour with our Director of Admissions. B.R.A.V.E Day experiences include classroom visits, a view of our spaces, engagement with teachers and school leaders, and messages from our students. Spaces are limited. All sessions run from 8:15-11:45 a.m. Reserve your spot today!
PARENT VIRTUAL COFFEE WITH PRESIDENT TONY DESAPIO
Parents and guardians are invited in small groups to have a virtual cup of coffee with President DeSapio to learn more about our school and ask questions. Space is limited. Please register today. All sessions will be from 9-9:50 a.m. on the dates noted in the registration link.
8TH GRADE HOTSPOT
Bookmark the 8th grade HOTSPOT as your hub for prospective student information! To receive free BBHS swag and other mailings, watch Brave Ambassador videos, read student testimonials, gain free admission to on campus events when they resume and get the latest BBHS admissions information, register for our Brave Access Program.
APPLICATIONS FOR 2021-22 ARE OPEN
Apply to Bishop Blanchet today - click here to apply to BBHS for 2021-22, get information on the application process and view deadlines. Please note, BBHS will not offer, nor require, the High School Placement Test (HSPT) for this admissions season, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Michael Pierce
Director of Admissions
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From the Parent Association |
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CALM PARENTING IN TIMES OF CRISIS - NOVEMBER 18
The current spiraling global health crisis has the power to wreak havoc on our mental health, strain our family relationships and completely undermine our “normal” parenting strategies. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In times when something outside of our control happens, it’s what we do as parents with what we can control that really shapes our children into cool, kind kids with character.
Please join us as the BBHS Parent Association hosts clinical psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Laura Kastner on November 18 at 7 p.m. Register here for "Calm Parenting in Times of Crisis" webinar, which will focus on the factors and habits that will make our family bonds stronger.
We will have time for a Q&A with Dr. Kastner after her presentation. If you have a question you would like answered, please complete this form. Keep Calm and Parent On!
Jen Bergman and Sherri Johnson
Parent Association Co-Chairs
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From the Counseling Office |
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COLLEGE APPLICATION WORK TIMES
Seniors have one more opportunity to get help on their college applications before school during the late start on Friday, November 13. Counselors will be available to answer questions and review applications or essays. To assist with planning, we ask students to sign up on Naviance; however, they will receive an email with the Zoom link and can drop in anytime between 8:35-9:45 a.m.
COUNSELING WEBINARS FOR PARENTS AND GUARDIANS
Sophomore parents/guardians, please register for the upcoming webinar on Tuesday, November 17 at 7 p.m. The BBHS Counseling Team will outline important information and events for students in each grade level. Sophomore parents/guardians will receive an email with additional information as the event nears. Click here to view the presentations for freshman, junior and senior parents/guardians.
JET VIRTUAL COLLEGE TOUR
The final 2020 Virtual Jesuit Excellence Tour (JET) is tomorrow, Thursday, November 5 from 1-5 p.m. The November JET will be a tour guide take-over, which means six of the ten sessions offered will be student panels. The panels will cover a variety of subjects and will allow students to hear directly from current students at 25 Jesuit Colleges and Universities across the country. Click here for the agenda and topics being offered.
If a student registered for one of the earlier Virtual JETs, they do not need to register again. If they have not registered before, click here to do, and use the code JetTour2020.
Stephen Russell
Counseling Department Chair
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From the Development Office |
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MATCHING GIFTS
Did you know that many companies match donations made by their employees to our school? The impact of your gift to BBHS may be doubled, tripled, or even quadrupled! To see if your company will match your donation, click here!
Have you made your gift to the Brave Fund? If not, you can donate here today! Thank you to all those who have so generously made their gifts already for the 2020-2021 school year.
Stephanie Gravenkemper
Development Assistant
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TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR 2021-22
Applications for BBHS and Archdiocese of Seattle Fulcrum Foundation tuition assistance for 2021-2022 are now being accepted via the FACTS application portal.
Click here for important information and instructions on how to apply for aid and details on how to submit the required supporting documentation (listed below) using the FACTS application.
- 2019 IRS Federal Tax form 1040 including all applicable Schedules and Attachments
- 2019 W2 or applicable 1099's for both applicants
- 2019 year-end pay stub showing year-to-date wages and deductions for both applicants
- 2020 most recent pay stub for both applicants
- 2020 Income and Expense Statement for self-employed parents
- Benefit Statements from Social Security, SSI, TANF, Unemployment funds as applicable
FACTS Customer Service is available at 866-441-4637 to assist with log-in password or application questions. Please email Colleen Reinhardt for additional assistance.
Tom Ramsey
Director of Finance
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