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BK Mission
We educate and develop the whole student
in the Catholic tradition - Spirit, Mind, and Body.
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Next Week at a Glance
Monday 10/30
1-4 Block Schedule
8:30 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release
Tuesday 10/31
5-7 Block Schedule and Everybody Reads
9:00 AM Start, 2:45 PM- 3:15 PM Office Hours
Wednesday 11/1
All School Mass & Straight 7 Schedule
8:30 AM Start, 3:02 PM Release
Thursday 11/2
1-3 Block Schedule and House Time
9:00 AM Start, 2:45-3:15 PM Office Hours
Friday 11/3
4-7 Block Schedule
8:30 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release
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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!
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Joshua Garcia Rosales
Academic Excellence
Joshua has been working SO incredibly hard!! He comes to the Study Center before school, after school and at lunch to ask questions, do his homework and seek clarification. He is kind, polite and an absolute pleasure to be around. He brightens our day!
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Mary McGonegle
Partnership
Mary is an amazing student. She always stays focused. She is positive and helpful. When I pair her with a student who needs a little extra help, Mary is encouraging, and friendly. She truly exhibits the BK way.
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Samuel Revier
Safe and Caring Place
Sam welcomed a student into his learning group and has included him in a positive way that from my perspective shows an effort to include others who are not alike or might need support socially and academically. It has proven to be a challenge, and his continued efforts are called upon as the project continues. This student, however, has experienced support and is also able to participate. He has risen to the expectations and having positive support makes all the difference.
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BK Staff of the Week
Mr. Mark Peters
Activities, Safe and Caring Place
- Very nice, fun, and good teacher. He really cares about me and my performance.
- Mr. Peters is an awesome teacher for the band. He makes us all feel welcome there. He encourages us all to try our best.
- I just feel like Mr. Peters deserves to be teacher of the week because he is a loving and caring person towards everyone he runs into. He always makes sure that everyone is taken care of . He has a kind heart. He is also really funny . And he makes things a lot of fun.
- Mr. Peters is an amazing teacher. We had our final marching band competition this weekend, and he supported us and helped us work hard to succeed. Through his encouragement, we were able to have so much fun and play our best!
- He is one of the nicest teachers I have met, and he always makes an effort to make his room as inviting and fun as possible.
- Mr. Peters is so great at making everyone feel welcome and loved. He is so fun in class and not judgmental at all; if you make a mistake he'll laugh it off and gently guide you to what's right. He is a great leader and super deserving of staff of the week.
- Mr. Peters has a very exciting personality, his charm and his kind heart are unmatched.
- Mr. Peters is very supportive and helpful. I'm in color guard and he helps me out when I get really stressed. I was crying because I messed up and thought people were going to be mad at me and he helped reassure me that everything was okay and that I did great. He is very understanding and didn't judge me for being upset.
- Mr. Peters is one of the awesomest teachers. He is kind and caring and he always looks out for his students. He is also such a good teacher.
- He's very understanding and always has a sweet tone. He always makes sure that the music room is a clean and safe place when I'm in it. And He's out for equality.
- HE MAKES ME HAPPY AND MAKES ME FEEL SPECIAL and he is very wise.
- He is the best teacher. He cares for all of us on a deeper level. He makes his class inviting and pushes us to try our best.
- Mr Peters welcomed me into the marching band when I joined the color guard and he treats all of the students like his family.
- Mr Peters is a great example of creating an inviting and loving atmosphere.
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Please Participate in the Fall Parent Survey | |
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This school year we have identified areas where Bishop Kelly seeks to improve and grow: course offerings, lunch program, and House System. Since BK is midway through first semester, your feedback is extremely valuable to us.
Please fill out THIS PARENT SURVEY and make your voice heard! The survey will be open until Wednesday, November 1st.
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BK Partnership Mass at Risen Christ | |
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BK Wrestling
If you would like to be added to the distribution list to receive information from the Bishop Kelly Wrestling Program, please fill out THIS GOOGLE FORM. Pre-season practices are happening now for students who aren't in a fall sport.
The 2023 - 2024 Wrestling Season starts November 13th!
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With Halloween and the official start of candy season right around the corner, we have an idea for you!
Bring any leftover candy to the Bishop Kelly Front Office and we will repurpose those sweet treats to fill the candy bowls and the tummies of your students who come searching for candy on a regular basis.
Thank you!
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Educational Opportunities for Juniors | |
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Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars Program
Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars (ISAS) is a competitive program that allows high school juniors to take an engaging online NASA-developed course on Space Exploration through Idaho Digital Learning that teaches a broad range of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) skills aligned with Idaho Content Standards.
Click Here to Learn More
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The Bishop Kelly Foundation | |
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Excitement is in the air for the upcoming Winner’s Choice Dinner and Auction Knight Flights! It takes a village to put on an event like this and we could not make it happen without the support of our wonderful BK community. Our chairs, Patty and Jack Walborn and Nicole and Terry Derden along with an army of volunteers have worked hard to ensure that a fun time is had by all. The last thing we need is YOU! Please buy your tickets for a chance to win a car from the Auto Ranch Group and enjoy a great evening in support of Bishop Kelly High School. The last day to purchase tickets is Friday, November 3rd. There are still opportunities to get involved by volunteering to help set up and tear down the event, purchasing one of the remaining items on our Amazon Wish List or buying a Golden Ticket for the tuition raffle. If you are interested in volunteering please email kmalvick@bk.org. Remember 100% of the proceeds from the auction go directly to the school to fund operations and scholarships. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click Here for Auction Details
Online Bidding Instructions
Click Here to Purchase Auction Tickets
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR GOLDEN TICKET
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Don't forget to check the BK Cafe Menu each week so your student can plan their lunch!
Next Week's Knight's Meal Specials:
Monday - Blimpies Subs - Turkey and Ham
Tuesday - Mai Thai California Rolls
Wednesday - Biscuit and Gravy at Break
Friday - Domino's Pizza
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GIfts of Time, Talent, and Treasure | |
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92% of the Class of 2023 enrolled in 84 colleges; and were offered a record $31 million in merit based scholarships;
- 4 out of 5 current students participate in over 50 Bishop Kelly Clubs and activities;
- 25% of current Bishop Kelly students awarded need-based tuition assistance;
- 90 documented hours of community service per Bishop Kelly student.
Thank you for your support of Bishop Kelly and our students!
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Senior Service Trip to New Orleans | |
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All Bishop Kelly seniors must complete a Senior Service project as a requirement for graduation. One way to fulfill that requirement is to participate on a service trip. Bishop Kelly hosts a service trip to New Orleans to work with the St. Bernard Project building homes. This year's trip will be from May 27-June 2nd, 2024. More information about the trip and applications are available now in the Counseling office.
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Service Hours Opportunities | |
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St. Luke's Junior Volunteer Program
Our Junior Volunteer Program is for young adults ages 16-18 who want to make a difference in their community through service at St. Luke’s. When you become a Junior Volunteer, you’ll gain valuable experience in a hospital environment, develop customer service and leadership skills, and learn to take on responsibility while interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
Applications are available the first Monday in November of each year. A limited number of applications are available and fill quickly. For more information click here.
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Educational Travel Opportunities for BK Students | |
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Camino de Santiago
Current BK Students: Have you ever wanted to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain? You can join our pilgrimage to Spain May 26- June 4 2024! For information, please visit our pilgrimage website through provider Verso Ministries! Theology credit is available for your full participation. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Paz at apaz@bk.org.
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Costa Rica
It is with great pleasure and excitement that I announce our new international trip to Costa Rica during spring break 2025. This trip is available for all current freshmen and sophomores as well for incoming freshmen. This is a Biology and a Spanish trip. If you are interested please stop by Senor Perea's room, #113, or ask any Spanish teacher or Biology teacher for a brochure and a recommendation form.
You will need recommendations from two different teachers. The investment for this once in a lifetime trip is $3,078 for travelers under 23, and 3,608 for travelers 23 and over.
Registration deadline: September 28,2023.
Please click here to learn more about this amazing trip. Please email Senor Perea at mperea@bk.org if you have further questions. Once we receive your recommendation forms you will be notified to go ahead and enroll.
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JOBS AT BISHOP KELLY
Full Time Daytime Custodian
$15-$17/hour
Part Time Activities Bus Driver
Visit our Employment Page for More Information, and please helps us spread the word that BK is a great place to work!
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Attendance Office Procedures | |
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Parents are asked to email the school’s Attendance Office before 9:30am on the day a student will be absent from class for all or part of the school day due to an illness or an appointment. That email is attendance@bk.org
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Bishop Kelly is a closed campus. If students need to leave school for any reason, parents must notify the Attendance Office by emailing attendance@bk.org before school.
- Students must sign-out when they leave campus during the school day, and sign back in when they return. They will be asked for verification of any professional appointments upon returning to school. (i.e. a doctor’s note)
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