October 18th, 2019
BK Alive
Weekly News and Information from Bishop Kelly
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School Calendar at a Glance
NEXT WEEK - Oct. 21 - Oct. 26
Monday - 8:00 AM Start, Straight 7 Schedule
Tuesday - 8:00 AM Start, Tuesday Block Schedule
Wednesday - 9:00 AM Start, Wednesday Block Schedule
Thursday - 8:00 AM Start, Thursday Block Schedule
Friday -8:00 AM Start, Straight 7 Schedule,

Bell Schedules can be found in the Student Life section of BK.org.

October 22nd - Fall Music Concert in the Reg at 7:30 PM

October 29th - Parent Teacher Conferences from 3:30 - 7:30 PM

October 30th - Learnapalooza for Freshmen, PSAT for Sophomores and Juniors, Senior College Blitz, and Opportunity for Seniors to take Tux and Drape photos at BK

October 30th - Parent Teacher Conferences from 2:00 - 5:00

November 1st - NO SCHOOL

Parents, did you know that you can access the Daily Announcements on the BK Website? Click here to see what your kids see each day.

Congratulations Knights of the Week!
Each week Bishop Kelly faculty and staff nominate students, and students nominate faculty and staff, who have demonstrated the BK Way attributes of Faith, Safe and Caring Place, Academic Excellence, Activities, Honor, Generosity, Community, and Partnership.

Congratulations to this week's Knights of the Week!
Reid Bainbridge,
Community

Reid is quiet and unassuming but is always friendly and kind to those around him. He is unfailingly polite in his interactions and is a pleasure to know.
Lindsey McBride,
Activities

Lindsey is a valuable member of the BK JV Swim Team, just raced in BK's very first Mountain Biking event, and is leading the charge to design the Freshman class banner. She's thoughtful, kind, and all-in for Bishop Kelly and her classmates.
Andrew Martin,
Faith

Drew is a kind, respectful young man who treats others with dignity and respect. He lives his faith, without putting on a show. He shares his faith with others in a quiet manner.

Kyler Lizama,
Academic Excellence

Kyler brings his best effort and attitude into each class. His eagerness to learn is contagious. Kyler often takes time to help others while maintaining his own academic excellence. Based off of Kyler''s work ethic, ability to think outside of the box and solve complex problems quickly, I would say he has a bright future ahead.
Mrs. Melissa McManus, Generosity, Academic Excellence, Safe and Caring Place, Community

(Mrs. McManus is a long term sub for Mrs. McCormick who is on maternity leave.)

  • She is my favorite teacher at BK and deserves to win before she leaves.
  • Mrs. McManus cares for each student and wants everyone to succeed. She encourages us to do our best!
  • She is a very kind, funny, and generous teacher. She makes school fun and I'm always looking forward to having her class, and I'm so sad that she is leaving in 1-2 weeks.
  • She is very nice, and I always love coming to her class.
  • Mrs. McManus pushes us to always do our best. However, she always asks us how we are doing, how our day is going and most importantly that we are kind to one another. 
  • She is super nice, we all love her and she is very cool.
  • She makes learning easier and more fun.
  • She is literally the best person I've ever met.
  • Mrs. McManus is the most fun teacher I've ever had and she makes the class so interesting and I'm excited to come to class every day. 
  • I am nominating her because she is the best teacher anyone could have she is always so caring, and will always work with our class no matter how we act or what's going on. 
  • Mrs. McManus is always putting hard work towards our class we are going to be sad when she leaves.
  • I want to nominate her because she is one of the most caring and funny teachers I've ever had. Her tolerance and patience for her students is amazing and I have to give her a lot of respect for that. She always makes sure we are doing well academically. 
  • I am nominating her because she always makes sure every student understands what she is teaching. She goes out of her way to know you personally and always has a prayer video before class. She is caring and makes me feel at home in her class but also creating a great teaching environment.
  • She works amazing with her students and provides a safe and caring environment.
  • She always tries to make the class fun and put in new activities to keep us entertained.
  • Best teacher; 10/10 I wish she would stay the whole year. She has helped me get caught up in her class even though I didn't have any excuses as to why I was behind,
  • She frequently creates a relaxed, but focused work environment. 
The next BKPA Meeting is Monday, November 11th
at 6:00 PM in the Multipurpose Room at BK!

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It's time to order Christmas gifts
from the BK Spirit Store!

and return to the Spirit Store by Friday, November 8th.

The Spirit Store will also be open during Parent/Teacher Conferences on October 29th and 30th.
Parents are the Solution - Part 4, Effective Parenting During High School
Please read the information below and then talk to your teen.

  We will be asking for your feedback on Part 4 in next week's edition of BK Alive.

Click on the image to view both pages,
and to download for future use.

Thank you for participating!


AP Exam Order - time sensitive!
Any student planning to take any AP Exams this May must complete the following two step process to order your exams before October 25.
  • Step one - log into your AP Student Page and mark which exams you plan to take (do this for every exam you plan to take).
  • Step two - Complete THIS GOOGLE FORM with your parent present, giving permission for your account to be billed $94 for each exam.

The test ordering process is completely different this year, so please follow these instructions carefully! Any exam ordered after October 25 will be charged an additional $40 by College Board. If you have questions, please see Mrs. Crum
PSAT on October 30th
On Wednesday, October 30th, all Sophomores and Juniors will be taking the PSAT here at Bishop Kelly. Testing will start at 8:00 a.m. Everyone taking the test should be at school by 7:45.

No backpacks, cell phones, or smart watches will be allowed in the testing rooms. These items should be left in cars or lockers. Water bottles and light snacks can be left right outside the testing room. Students will not be allowed access to their lockers during testing or breaks.

Students need to bring two #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils) and an approved calculator. A list of approved calculators can be found at: (see attachment)

Students are encouraged to get a good night's sleep and to have a good breakfast that morning!
Apply Idaho Direct College Admissions
This week seniors and their parents should have received letters from the State Department of Education indicating which Idaho colleges and/or universities your senior has been pre-accepted to based on grades and SAT/ACT scores. Students will still need to apply to those schools through the Apply Idaho Application , or the school’s individual application. All Idaho schools have waived their application fee for Idaho high school students. Students using the Apply Idaho application will need to request their EDUID from their counselor. Students should also be ready with your social security number (for financial aid purposes), and use a non BK email address.
Senior College Blitz
On Wednesday, October 30 , seniors will have a great opportunity to work on their college applications. The fall is filled with activities and things to do, so while this is technically a day off of school for them, we strongly encourage Seniors to come work on college applications that morning from 9:00 -11:00 AM in the JKAF Commons in the Father Wilson Science and Tech Wing!

Counselors will have your EdUID, which has been assigned by the state and is needed to complete the Apply Idaho application. We can also help with Common App and other general college application questions. Senior English teachers will be available to help with essay proofreading. This is a great opportunity for seniors to get a head start (or complete) their college application process, so we hope to have a big crowd show up for the morning.
Faith and Spirit
Mass Honoring Grandparents
It was WONDERFUL to see so many grandparents and parents at Mass this morning. Thank you for joining us, and if you were unable to attend please know we said a prayer for you! Photos from the reception will be posted soon, and we'll send you a link to them in next week's BK Alive.

Campus Ministry created a fun video that we showed before Mass this morning. You can watch it by CLICKING HERE.
Confirmation Classes at BK
Confirmation classes at BK will be offered for St. Mary's parishioners, or students who are unaffiliated with a parish. Father Worster will hold 5 Confirmation prep classes during the lunch hour at Bishop Kelly High School beginning in January. More information will come in December regarding registration. 
Adoration at Bishop Kelly
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament began this week, and will continue to take place every Tuesday that school is in session. It is our hope to offer up this time of prayer for our students, faculty and staff and their families and to provide students with a weekly opportunity to encounter Christ in the Blessed Sacrament as well.

In order to do this, we need 21 adorers willing to commit to one hour of prayer EACH WEEK during the hours between 8am-3pm each Tuesday. We are hoping to have at least 3 committed adorers per hour to ensure that there is always someone present with our Lord.

If you would like to sign up for one of the 21 spots, please fill out THIS FORM. If you have any questions, please contact Lorissa Horn at LHorn@BK.org.
RETREAT HELP, Parents Needed:
We have several retreats taking place this year for our students and are looking for a group of parents that would be able to help with meals and/or hospitality on these retreats. If your are interested in helping with one of the retreats, please reach out to Lorissa Horn (Director of Campus Ministry) to get involved. LHorn@BK.org
Please get your reservations and/or donations in ASAP, and thank you very much to all those who have responded. We have wonderful items, and it will be a beautiful "knight" in support of a great cause--Bishop Kelly! The online auction (items that will not be at the event) will open on October 21 at  bishopkellyauction.org .  Shortly after that, you'll be able to preview the wonderful items that will be in the live auction on November on that site as well.

We still have openings for regular tables and reservations. We also have 39 Golden Tickets left for those who are still interested. The winners of the early-RSVP drawing for a free Golden Ticket are Christie and Mark Running! Their ticket will join the others for a chance to win $5,000 in tuition anywhere or one of the available live auction items. The drawing will be held on November 2.

Finally, we are still looking for parent volunteers to help during the gala (dinner provided) to help with guiding the student volunteers in clean up right after the gala.. Couples can work together, single volunteers welcome as well. Also, we always need help for set up on Friday during the day and/or Saturday morning, or final cleanup on Sunday morning. Contact Jeannie Kranz at  jkranz@bk.org  or Rita Franklin at  rfranklin@bk.org  208-323-4789. Thank you!

See you at A Spanish Knight on November 2!
Class of 2021 Service Trip to New Orleans
New Orleans
Applications are now being accepted for the New Orleans Service Trip. Applications are available in room 412, and are due by October 25th. Contact Mrs. Colleran for more information at jcolleran@bk.org .
Service Hours Opportunities for BK Students
Coming Up
BK students interested in earning 3 service hours and a ticket to the Idaho Steelheads game on November 30 click here  to sign up to support the  Idaho Nonprofit Center. You will be h elping with the Chuck-A-Puck sales before and during the game! Wear your BK spirit wear and support a great nonprofit at the same time, plus enjoy a night out with friends at the hockey game. 

Sign up and more information available at this link (only 20 students spots are available!):   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D4EACAE2BA6F49-idaho1
 
Contact  alittle@idahononprofits.org  with questions or for more information!

Ongoing
Sweet Saints Coffee Hour at St. John's Cathedral
Volunteers are needed to work during the coffee service after Masses. Click Here to Sign Up!
Job Openings at Bishop Kelly - Please spread the word!
Eagle Bus Route Driver
Bishop Kelly High School is looking for an Eagle Bus Route Driver. Starting rate is $15/HR. Hours are approx. 6:30am-8:00am and again from 3:00pm-4:30pm M-F when school is in session. A CDL with a passenger endorsement is required. Bishop Kelly will pay for the training and licensing required if the right candidate does not currently have one. For more information and how to apply got to,  wwww.bk.org/about-bk/employment . 

Head Girls Lacrosse Coach
Bishop Kelly is now accepting applications for a Head Girls LAX Coach for the
2019 - 2020 season. CLICK HERE for a complete job description. For application materials and instructions, please visit the BK Employment Page.

Assistant Track and Field Coach
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced assistant track and field coach for the distance running events (800m, 1600m, 3200m) for the 2019 Track & Field season. We would like a candidate who has either participated in the distance events or who has coached the distance events before. We expect prospective coaches to have a comprehensive grasp on long-term planning for the entire season all the way down to individual plans for distance runners based on the variables presented. Working well with the head coach and other assistants with scheduling multi-event athletes is a must. Practices are from 3:30 to 5:30pm daily and there is a minimum of one track and field meet per week. Practice will begin on Friday, February 21st through Saturday, May 16th.  Interested candidates must also be willing to run with the athletes during some of the practices and share an enthusiasm for running and the development of a lifetime sport. Must have a current CPR/AED Certification or willing to obtain one.  This is a paid position. Contact Head Track & Field Coach Jeff Carpenter at  jcarpenter@bk.org   if interested.

Substitute Kitchen Assistant
Bishop Kelly is now accepting applications for a Substitute Kitchen Assistant for the 2019-20 school year. This is on an as needed basis M-F 9am-2pm (approximately) while the school year is in session. Duties include food preparation, baking, frying, set-up, serving, cashiering, clean-up, receiving and stocking supplies, and related duties, all performed in conformance with federal, state and school-specific health and safety guidelines. Must be able to be on your feet for an extended periods of time and lift up to 20lbs. To apply, go to  www.bk.org/about-bk/employment  for more information.

Activities Bus Driver
Bishop Kelly High School is now accepting applications for a part-time bus driver for after school activities. Candidate must have a current CDL with passenger transport experience. Candidate must be available in the evenings and some weekends. Starting wage: $15.00/Hour(DOE). To apply, go to  www.bk.org/about-bk/employment  for details.
Mark Your Calendar!
Important Attendance Procedures for Parents
To report your student’s absence, late arrival, or to request a Permit-to-Leave (PTL) please email the Attendance Office at attendance@bk.org . by 9:30am. You will receive a confirmation email in return.

Please do not call in or leave voice mail messages to report student absences, late arrivals, or to request an early release for your student (PTL). Due to the high volume of calls and voicemails, we are unable to process those requests.

Permit-to-Leave (PTL) early requests, including leaving early from the last period of the day, need to be made by email, either the night before or by 9:30AM on the day of the early release. We are unable to accommodate last minute requests.

Thank-you in for your understanding and cooperation. For more attendance information and F.A.Q's, please review our Attendance Procedures for Parents.

*Attendance Tip: as soon as you know about an upcoming absence, make a medical appt, etc. . . . you may report these in advance to the Attendance office.

Important Links
Contact BK
  • Front Office: 375-6010
  • Fax: 375-3626
  • Business Office Manager: 947-1209
  • BK Development Office: 947-1325
  • BK Foundation Office: 323-4789

To add, remove, or change your email address, or to remove your name from our regular mailing lists, please contact Chrissy at  cbeckner@bk.org .
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