January 13, 2023

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Next Week at a Glance


Monday 1/16

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

No School


Tuesday 1/17

Late Start Straight 7

9:00 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release


Wednesday 1/18

Straight 7

8:30 AM Start, 3:05 PM Release


Thursday 1/19

Blocks 1-3 and Community Time

9:00 AM Start, 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM Office Hours

Friday 1/20

Blocks 4-7

8:30 AM Start. 3:00 PM Release




Important Upcoming Dates


Monday, January 16th - Martin Luther King Day, No School


Thursday, January 19th - Senior Out to Lunch


Sunday, January 22nd - Pasta Festa from 4:00 - 7:00 PM in the BK Cafeteria


Tuesday, January 24th - Sophomore Parent Knight with the Counselors at 6:30 PM n the Cafeteria


Tuesday, January 24th - Parent and Student SAT/ACT Infomation Meeting at 7:15 PM in the Cafeteria.


Thursday, January 26th - All School Mass


Monday, January 30th - New Student Information Knight at BK


 

School Calendars Can Be Found Here

Bell Schedules Can be Found Here

Fall 2022 Athletic Schedules Can be Found Here

Important Information For the 2022-2023 School Year Can be Found Here



Reflections from Father Vance

This past New Year’s Eve, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI passed away, ending a 95 year old life characterized by scholarship, leadership and service in the Church.  It is difficult to underestimate this moment for the world, as many of us see  this event only once or twice in our lifetimes.  Of course, the historical significance of Benedict’s death is heightened by the fact that the reigning Pope Francis was able to preside at his predecessor’s Funeral, and the further fact that no Conclave will occur for the Cardinals of the Church to choose a successor.  All of this has been in my mind and in my prayer since learning of Benedict’s passing.

But another memory has been clear for me as well, and it is this that I want to focus on for us here at BK as we begin the Second Semester of the school year.  When Cardinal Ratzinger became Pope Benedict in 2005, the “buzz” around me worried that “God’s rottweiler” (as he had been painted by many in his role as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith) would become an authoritarian and dictatorial Pope.  Specifically, many of my Jesuit brothers were concerned about what they seemed to fear would be a sharp turn to the right during this new pontificate.  Then, in 2008 the Jesuits met in what we call a “General Congregation,” our highest form of governance for the order, at which we chose our new Superior General to lead the Jesuits worldwide.  During this Congregation, then Pope Benedict came and visited the Jesuits and our new leader, and his address and demeanor with us completely changed the “buzz” about the Pope.  Jesuits I know who were present spoke about the fondness and brotherhood they felt from Benedict during his visit, and the deep sense that the Holy Father understood both the charism of the Jesuits and the contribution we make to the life of the Catholic Church.  Since then, there has been a palpable feeling of love and spiritual connection between Benedict and the Jesuit Order, and so I know that his passing has affected us deeply.

All of this is background and context to say that we each go through life-changes that may change both our reputations among others, as well as some of our priorities and decisions, and the change to the new Semester might be a good opportunity for us to reflect on this reality.  As I watched a man who had been stereotyped as “God’s rottweiler” transform into the dignified, humble and yet strong Pope Benedict, I realize now that he was not one or the other; he was both.  Can the same be said about us?  Are we letting the passing of time, as well as the shifting of our roles at school, in our families and in our professional lives usher us into a new future that might rely on the past, but isn’t dictated by it?  For students, is this Spring Semester going to be nothing more than a rehash of the struggles and mistakes of the Fall, or will we be able to take what we’ve learned and truly grow?  Specifically for our Seniors, who are now experiencing the last precious experiences of High School, can they never give up learning something new?  Can they commit to squeezing the last drops of meaning, learning, growing and loving from this place, even at the same time that they are preparing to leave it?  For teachers and staff, can we look at BOTH the students we will teach all year, as well as the new ones in our classes, teams and activities, with new eyes, seeing them as new opportunities for all of us to grow together in grace and blessing?

There is no question in my mind that something holy, something both gentle and strong, something unyielding and inexorable, happened to Cardinal Ratzinger when he became Pope Benedict.  I have no direct access to that, but what I definitely witnessed was the effect it had on my Jesuit brothers.  That effect was beautiful, tender and lasting.  That effect was God.  Can the same happen in our lives and ministries as we gather for this new Semester?  This is my prayer for all of us.



New Student Information Knight

Do you know a student in the 8th - 10th grade who is interested in attending Bishop Kelly next year? If yes, mark your calendar for New Student Information Knight 2023!


New Student Information Knight

Monday, January 30th

at 6:30 PM in the Carley Athletic Center


Register Here for Information Knight 2023


Our students and parents are our best advertising, and we need you to share about your experience here at Bishop Kelly! Please tell your friends and family who may be considering BK for next fall all about why you love being part of our community, and encourage them to experience Bishop Kelly for themselves by attending Information Knight. Thank you for being ambassadors for BK!


Interested students and parents can learn more on the Information Knight Page on BK.org.


Questions about Information Knight and registration for spring semester should be directed to our Admissions Director, Angela Calovic at acalovich@bk.org or (208) 375-6010.


Bishop Kelly Principal Search

Bishop Kelly High School is now accepting applications for the Principal Position for Fall 2023. Please help us spread the word and encourage qualified applicants to visit https://www.bk.org/bkprincipal/ for a complete job description and to apply online.


Get Your Tickets for PASTA FESTA!

Sunday, January 22

4:00PM - 7:00PM

Bishop Kelly High School Cafe'


Dine in and Break Bread with Family & Friends of our Bishop Kelly Community or Pick Up TO GO and Take it Home!


Either way, you’ll Enjoy a delicious Italian Dinner and won’t have to cook!


Tickets may be Purchased in advance using this link BK Pasta Festa Tickets.

They may also be bought at the Door -or- via Venmo (@BK_ParentsAssociation, or using the QR code on THIS FLIER.)


  • $60 for Families (up to 5 people)
  • $15 for Adults (ages 19-64)
  • $10 for Students (ages 11-18) & Seniors (age 65+)
  • $5 for Children (ages 6-10)
  • FREE for Children 5 and Under!


Soft drinks, beer, wine, and dessert available for purchase at the event!


Pasta Festa runs on Volunteer Power! Please support Bishop Kelly and the BK Parent Ambassadors by signing up to help out. There are also service hours opportunities for students!


Click Here to Volunteer!


Junior Retreat

February 2nd - 4th

at Trinity Pines Retreat Center, Cascade


The Cost to attend is $95, and is charged to your TADS account

Some Scholarships are available

All meals provided


Transportation is via Bus, which will leave Bishop Kelly at 2:45 pm on Thursday, and return to Bishop Kelly at 2 pm on Saturday 


Visit the Retreats Page for more information and to register!


Registration Deadline ASAP


National Signing Day

To help honor/recognize the accomplishments and achievements of the BK Seniors who have committed to continue their athletic career at a college or university next year, BK is holding a signing day celebration!


Wednesday, February 1st

at 3.30 PM in the Carley Center.


Seniors and senior parents, if you would like to participate in signing day, please see Coach Shanahan as soon as possible.



Track and Field Signup

Attention all Knights interested in competing for Bishop Kelly Track & Field this Spring: 


Here is your link to get signed up: https://forms.gle/3JWV5jYydutn6yWV8


Schedule information, spirit pack information, and other tidbits for our season will be sent out soon to parents. We will open the spirit store on Monday, January 23rd and it will close on February 3rd to ensure we get our gear prior to our first track & field meet on March 10th. Our first practice begins on Friday, February 24th at 3:30 pm! 


GO KNIGHTS! 


Senior Ads in the Yearbook

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The final deadline is quickly approaching for placing a special message in the yearbook for your senior. The deadline is January 19th, so don't delay! This is your opportunity to include those special pictures and message to your graduate. To order an ad, please visit theyearbookcompany.com



Student and Parent SAT/ACT

Information Meeting

BK Counselors are hosting a Parent and Student Information night about the SAT/ACT. This Testing Information Presentation will be January 24th in the cafeteria at 7:15 PM, right after the Sophomore Parent Knight. The Counselors have invited some test prep companies to come be an expert panel, as well as give information about their services.



Educational Travel Opportunities for BK Students

For Educational Travel Opportunities for BK Students, please see THIS JUST IN TIME BLOG POST.



Employment At BK

Principal


Head Football Coach


Library Assistant


Boys Head Golf Coach


Full Time Daytime Custodian

$15-$17/hour


Full Time Groundskeeper 

$15-$18/hour


Part TIme Activities Bus Driver


WE NEED SUBS!

Bishop Kelly is now accepting applications for Substitute Teachers for the 2022-23 school year. This is on an as needed basis. Some experience preferred but not required. To apply, complete this General Employment Application and send to Amy Eisele at aeisele@bk.org.


Visit our Employment Page for More Information, and please helps us spread the word that BK is a great place to work!




Attendance Office Procedures
  • 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
  • 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)
  • Updated this Semester: BK is no longer accepting over the counter COVID tests.
Click Here for our Complete Attendance Policies and Procedures
Important Links

Our website at www.bk.org is a wealth of information for parents and students alike! Check out some of the cool tools that are just a few clicks away:


Faculty and Staff Directory and Contact Information

Weekly Cafeteria Menus and Access to Student Lunch Accounts

Dress Code Policies

Counseling and College Preparation

Athletic Team Pages

Archived BK Alive Newsletters

BK Calendars

Verification of Compliance

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