BK Alive
Weekly News and Information for BK Families
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Monday, November 16th - B Day
9:15 AM start
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Tuesday, November 17th - A Day
8:15 AM start
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Wednesday, November 18th - B Day
9:15 AM start
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Thursday, November 19th - A Day
8:15 AM start,
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Friday, November 20th - B Day
9:15 AM start
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Upcoming:
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Tuesday, November 17th - LAST CHANCE to get a School Photos taken by Parker Portraits
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Friday, November 20th - All School Mass on YouTube, beginning at 10:40 AM, MASS DRESS
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November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Holiday, NO SCHOOL
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A Message from Rich and Mike |
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Dear BK Parents,
Happy Friday the 13th of November! We have just completed our 13th week of the 2020-21 school year! Maybe 13 is a lucky number after all!
In this BK Alive letter, we will discuss our Faculty and Staff Care Week and how you can help us, provide a COVID-19 update for you, and share what our thinking is for our instructional and operational plan for the time between now and the end of the semester.
Faculty and Staff Care Week
Next week, November 16-20, will be Faculty and Staff Care Week here at Bishop Kelly. We have two objectives for Faculty and Staff Care Week - 1) help our faculty and staff to relieve stress, recharge their batteries, focus on their well-being, and take some moments to breathe; 2) Provide lasting tools and resources for our faculty and staff. Our theme is that our faculty and staff must be “taking care of themselves so that they can take care of others - family, friends, and students”.
Each day will focus on an aspect of mental, spiritual and emotional health with fun activities - all totally voluntary - built around that daily theme. Here are the themes for each day:
Monday - Let It Go Day
Tuesday - Spirit Day
Wednesday - Wellness Day
Thursday - Gratitude Day
Friday - Community Day
What we would ask of you, our parents, is twofold - 1) pray for our faculty and staff; 2) share your gratitude to our faculty and staff. We are asking that you click here to go to FLIP GRID and simply record a short video message to our faculty, staff and/or administration. We will share this with our BK team at the end of the week.
COVID-19 at Bishop Kelly
Each Friday BK Alive we update you on the COVID-19 numbers for Bishop Kelly, especially important this Friday after our update on Tuesday. The semi-good news is that, while we had eight positive COVID-19 cases on Monday and Tuesday, we have only had one student and one faculty member test positive in the past three days. We also have a total of 95 students in quarantine (up from 84 students on Tuesday) and no additional faculty members in quarantine beyond the three we previously told you about. Our data continues to show that our quarantining of students and faculty/staff is working and helping eliminate spread.
Let’s get even better as a community in doing what we know will help combat this virus - wearing a mask, safe distancing, washing your hands, avoiding social gatherings and large crowds, keeping kids home when exhibiting any symptoms, and when in quarantine or isolation, do not go out.
Instruction and Operational Plan through Christmas
As mentioned in the Just in Time we sent to you on Tuesday regarding COVID-19 at BK, we are continuing to monitor and evaluate the situation here at BK, in Ada County, and in the State of Idaho. As you have likely heard, Governor Little today moved Idaho back into a modified Stage 2 in the Rebound Idaho plan and stressed the importance of wearing masks in all settings, both in public and at social gatherings (and of course, in schools). Gov. Little also spoke about how schools are a controlled and safe place to learn and work. He reiterated that closing schools to in person learning also threatens the availability of healthy health care workers.
At this point, we are evaluating what is the best response to the operational and instructional issues we face with the rising cases (and quarantines) showing up in our students and faculty and staff from our communities. Where we are starting to feel the most strain is faculty and front office staff, as we currently have three teachers out on quarantine/in isolation and an additional two out sick. We are having trouble, as all SIC schools are, finding substitutes. In addition, the number of students out each day due to quarantine, not feeling well and for other reasons is overloading our attendance office, our nurse, HR, admin, and making teaching challenging. Having the Thanksgiving break will hopefully help our community get healthy and lighten the operational challenges when we resume school on November 30.
We will continue with all students on campus for in person learning through Thanksgiving and are assessing what learning option is best for the two weeks of classes after Thanksgiving and before finals, which are December 15-18. We should be prepared to share that with you by Wednesday of next week. In our decision, we will consider the number of faculty/staff out sick or in quarantine, the number of students out sick or in quarantine, and the number of positive cases next week and what we see coming back from Thanksgiving break.
We will also begin winter sports (basketball and wrestling) after a two week pause this coming Monday with enhanced safety protocols based on IHSAA and NFHS guidance and best practices. Our success in fall sports and the learnings from the 450 students participating without any known spread gives us confidence that we can proceed safely. Hockey has been delayed due to the closure of Idaho Ice World with an undetermined start date at this time.
Conclusion
As we have demonstrated since March when the coronavirus hit Idaho, we have worked exceptionally well facing adversity, demonstrating perseverance, showing creativity, and supporting each other. We are truly in this together - BK team, students and parents. Thank you once again for all you have done in partnership with us to make the first 13 weeks of in person learning so successful in most every way. Let’s work even harder together in the coming weeks to be able to sustain this success and continue to make the learning experience exceptional for all students and faculty and to keep all students, faculty, and staff safe and healthy.
God bless,
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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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Erin Spohr
Community
This thoughtful young lady took the time to write over 1000 post-its that had positive and uplifting phrases on them. She then put one on each locker in the school! Thank you Erin for being so thoughtful and caring toward your fellow students!
Andres Hurtado
Community
Andres is, and always has been, committed to his community. He cares about others, is empathetic and kind, and is always aware of what others need. Specifically, in the Study Center, he is always willing to help out a friend or offer advice. Bishop Kelly is a better place because of Andres. He is definitely a bright spot in our day!
Elyse Ellingsworth
Academic Excellence
Elyse is a thoughtful student that always puts in her best effort, no matter how large or small the assignment is. She engages with other classmates in discussions and listens to their ideas with an open mind and a positive attitude. Her participation in class helps others to understand difficult concepts or materials.
Peter Minnaert
Faith
Peter is not only one of my most hardworking students, but he also reflects Christ in everything he says and does within and outside of the classroom!
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BK Staff of the Week
Mr. Mark Peters
Safe and Caring Place
- He is always there for us if were struggling with Music
- He makes the classroom environment a safe & fun environment
- He always has a positive attitude everyday
- There is no one like Mr. Peters who has a passion for Music. He always plays music with passion.
- I am Glad that Mr. Peters is my Teacher. He deserves this nomination for sure.
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The 2020 BK Frassati Food Drive Challenge |
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Now through December 2
The Bishop Kelly food drive is the largest Catholic food drive in Idaho. Most years BK collects 30,000 pounds of food that supports 5 local food banks for the winter. Our donations are critical to keeping Treasure Valley families and individuals from going hungry. This year the Food Drive is even more important, because COVID-19 is making food insecurity an even bigger problem here in Idaho.
We are off to a slow start this year, and need our student body to bring LOTS of canned food, cereal, peanut butter, and other non perishable food items to school next week.
Students should bring all canned food to their 1st period teachers.
THANK YOU for supporting the 2020 Frassati Food Drive!
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Every Tuesday, throughout the school day (8am-3pm) we have Eucharistic Adoration taking place in our school's chapel. This makes it possible for Theology classes, faculty, staff and students to come and spend a few minutes with our Lord throughout the day. It's also a time when incredible grace is poured out upon our school community.
MORE ADORERS NEEDED
We currently have 21 adorers that come and pray for one hour during the day but we are still in need of 3-4 more to ensure that each, one-hour, slot has three adorers. If you would like to be a part of this powerful adoration ministry which commits to praying for our students and our Bishop Kelly community, please consider signing up for an hour of adoration. (This is a weekly commitment).
If you have any questions, please contact Lorissa Horn at LHORN@bk.org. |
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National Honor Society Tutors |
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NHS tutors are now serving daily in the Library in the mornings, and in the Library and Cafeteria each afternoon. Stop by and get the help for which you have been searching! Help us to serve you. Questions, see Mrs. Dalrymple in Room 503, or by email at wdalrymple@bk.org.
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Host Family Needed for BK International Student |
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We have a BK Junior who is an International Student who needs a host family. This student is in his second year at BK. Host families receive a $700 per month stipend (possibly more upon discussion.)
Alternately, this student needs to find a carpool to BK from the area near Cynthia Mann Elementary School.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact Ying Donegan at (208) 853-8542 or ying@27eie.com. |
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BK Festival of Trees Donations |
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The BK Foundation is doing a "Christmas Staycation" themed tree for the Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees this year. Our parent volunteers, headed by Sarah Carey, are looking for new or used games that they can use to decorate the tree. You can drop off board games, card games, yard games, puzzles, etc. for this effort in the Front Office. (Please clearly label them BK Festival of Trees.) |
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Yearbooks and Student Photos |
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Parker Portraits will be at BK ONE LAST TIME on November 17th to catch any students who have not yet had their photo taken. Students can get their photo taken during Homeroom and Lunch here at BK.
Seniors - this photo is for your ID card only. This is NOT the tux/drape photo.
If you would like to order a photo package from Parker Portraits please follow these steps for online ordering:
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Go to www.parkerportraitsonline.com
- Leave STUDENT KEY blank
- Click on Job/Event for the drop down menu
- Select Bishop Kelly Fall 2020 & Click Open
- Enter Subject Details (Student)
- Enter Contact Details & Click Submit
- Choose your package
PICTURE RETAKES
If your student took pictures on Registration Day (freshmen and new students) and you would like a retake, please make sure to fill out THIS FORM and bring your previous picture packet in on that day. This form is only for retakes!
SENIOR TUX AND DRAPE PHOTOS FOR THE YEARBOOK
If your student has not taken his/her Tux or Drape photo, please take care of it as soon as possible. We need to start building these pages for the yearbook. If your student took one during the studio days, the photographer will send those to BK. Mrs. Bainbridge will certainly contact individuals if she doesn't have a picture, so no news is generally good news.
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College and Career Center |
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National Virtual Performing Arts College Fair
The Music Admissions Roundtable invites you to attend our inaugural virtual Performing Arts College Fairs. From panel discussions to presentations, you’ll learn the ins and outs of applying and auditioning at colleges across the country.
- Thursday, November 12: 8-11pm Eastern Time
- Monday, November 23: 7-10pm Eastern Time
Virtual College Visits at BK:
The College and Career center will be hosting virtual college visits during lunches on A and B days as well as during office hours on B days. Have your Junior or Senior log into SCOIR to RSVP and to see all upcoming events.
Mon Nov 16, 12:15PM - 12:50PM Pacific Lutheran University
Tue Nov 17, 11:15AM - 11:50AM Loyola University Chicago
Wed Nov 18, 12:15PM - 12:55PM Air Force Recruiter
Fri Nov 20, 12:15-12:55PM Westminster College
Mon Nov 30, 11:15-11:50AM Chaminade University of Honolulu
To attend a virtual college visit log into your SCOIR account or come to room 406.
Click here for a complete list of upcoming college visits
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Service Hours Opportunities |
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Saint Vincent de Paul Thanksgiving Food Box Distribution
St Vincent de Paul needs some help w distributing thanksgiving boxes in a couple weeks at Expo Idaho.
Saint Ignatius Rake Up Event
Volunteers are needed for the St. Ignatius Rake Up event on Saturday, November 14th from 9:30 until about noon.
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The yearbook staff is working on pages for the yearbook, and we need your photos!
Please send in any photos that you have of your student participating or completing his/her Senior Service Project, Senior Float, Quarantine Pets, Purchases and/or Activities, and any pictures from summer trips and/or activities. Be sure to label them or put in the email body some sort of explanation. Photos can be shared with us on our Instagram page at @bkyrbook or via email to knightpix@bk.org
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Online Ordering from the BK Spirit Store! |
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In order to maintain safe distancing AND be available for all your Spirit Wear needs, the Bishop Kelly Spirit Store will be offering online ordering for Fall Semester. A selection of items will be available each month, and you can order via email!
Please note, the actual BK Spirit Store will NOT be open during the lunch hour for additional items, and the Front Office staff will not have access to the store.
We're all getting really good at shopping online, right?
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#146
Ladies Short Sleeved BK Strong T-Shirt
$15.00
#147
Mens Short Sleeved BK Strong T-Shirt
$15.00
(Not pictured, Same Design)
(Size Small SOLD OUT)
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#256
BK Unisex Hooded Sweatshirt Drk. Gray
$36.00
(XL and 2 XL SOLD OUT)
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#255
BK Unisex Hooded Sweatshirt Lt. Gray
$45.00
(2XL SOLD OUT)
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#141
Unisex Long Sleeved T-Shirt
$20
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#822
BK Cap, Velcro Back
One Size Fits All
$22.00
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How to Order
*Order deadline: EVERY MONDAY
*Order Pickup: EVERY FOLLOWING THURSDAY for PREPAID Orders only.
You will be emailed a confirmation.
- Your Name
- Contact Phone Number
- Item # listed above
- Size of Item (S, M, L, XL, 2XL)
- Price
Method of Payment Before Pickup: Venmo @BK-ParentsAssociation, or Credit Card. These are the only payment options at this time.
NOTE: If you are paying by Credit Card, you will be contacted via the "Contact Phone Number" listed in your email at confirmation between 1:00 - 3:00 PM on Tuesday.
ONLY PREPAID ORDERS via the email process listed above will be accepted at this time. The Front Office Staff does NOT have order information.
THANK YOU for your cooperation as BK Spirit Store volunteers try to keep BK Spirit Store items available for our community.
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The Idaho Catholic Men’s Conference will take place on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at St. Paul's in Nampa and online. The conference theme is "Jesus, I Trust in You!" and will feature dynamic national speakers including Fr. Larry Richards and Dr. Ray Guarendi. Bishop Peter Christensen will also be celebrating the opening Mass. The early bird registration fee is just $48 before January 15 and online is $40. For all the details and to get registered go to www.IdahoCatholicMen.org or call 208-484-0898.
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Go the Extra Step!
The Extra Steps Challenge is a different way of sharing random acts of kindness while promoting healthy habits and having fun! The idea is to help you be healthier by taking the extra steps wherever you go, for example leaving the closest parking spots for those most in need. The challenge starts in Advent and lasts until Easter. Sign up at saltandlightradio.com so we can share our extra step experiences with each other. |
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In order for us to gather accurate attendance, please make sure you are providing documentation if your student is out for a COVID-19 related reason.
COVID-19 Absences (marked CO) are for students who test positive, and/or are quarantined for COVID-19 as a close contact.
If your students has tested for COVID-19:
If the test is positive - please provide documentation so that we can mark the absences as a COVID-19 (CO) Absence/Exempt Absence.
If the test is negative - please provide documentation so that we can mark the absences as a Doctor DR) Excused/Exempt Absence.
If your student will be absent for any reason, please notify the Attendance office via email by 9:30 AM. attendance@bk.org
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Job Openings at Bishop Kelly |
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Bus Route Driver
Activities Bus Driver
Substitute Teachers
Substitute Kitchen Assistant
Full-time Janitorial/Maintenance Worker
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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:
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- 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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Bishop Kelly High School | (208) 375-6010 | www.bk.org |
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