Weekly Update
May 26, 2021
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2021-2022 STUDENT PARKING APPLICATIONS
All students entering grades 11 and 12 for the 2021-2022 school year will receive an email with application details on Wednesday, June 2. In order for parking applications to be processed, students must complete and submit the online form no later than Friday, June 4.
Parking assignments for students will be based on the following criteria: seniority, carpool and time registration form is submitted. Students will be required to provide carpool information - no application will be accepted without a carpool. Payment of $150 will be collected after parking spaces have been assigned. If you have questions, please contact the Dean's Office.
GUIDANCE FOR FULLY VACCINATED STUDENTS
Bishop Blanchet has adopted CDC guidelines for students who have been fully vaccinated. As outlined by the CDC, people are considered fully vaccinated for COVID-19 ≥2 weeks after they have received the second dose in a 2-dose series (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna), or ≥2 weeks after they have received a single-dose vaccine. A copy of a student’s COVID-19 vaccination card must be submitted via email to the Dean's Office. Fully vaccinated students can:
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Refrain from quarantine and testing following a known exposure if asymptomatic.
- Resume domestic travel and refrain from testing before or after travel, or self-quarantine after travel.
- Refrain from testing before leaving the United States for international travel (unless required by the destination) and refrain from self-quarantine after arriving back in the United States.
FAMILIES AWAITING COVID TEST RESULTS
As a reminder, if any household member is awaiting COVID-19 test results, please refrain from sending your student for in-person learning or in-person activities until the results of that test are known.
OUT OF STATE TRAVEL
Bishop Blanchet has adopted CDC guidelines for all out of state travel. Those returning from out of state have two quarantine options:
- Forgo a COVID-19 test and quarantine for 10 days upon returning from out of state travel. After day 10, eligible to return to in-person learning and in-person activities.
- Get tested 5 days after out of state travel and stay home/self quarantine for the full 7 days, even with a negative test.
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Those who decide to return after 7 days are required to submit their negative COVID-19 test result to the Dean’s Office prior to returning to in-person learning and in-person activities.
Families traveling out of state are required to complete this form. School personnel will communicate a return date for in-person learning and in-person activities. We feel it is important to reiterate that public health guidance is to avoid non-essential travel. This protocol has been developed to address the occurrence of essential travel. If you have any questions, please contact the Dean’s Office.
REQUIRED REPORTING OF POSITIVE CASE OF COVID-19
If a student or member of their household tests positive for COVID-19, families must notify the Dean’s Office by contacting Chris Bilanko, Dean of Students, and follow the BBHS COVID-19 Community Protocols prior to returning to campus or participating in any school-sponsored activity. This information will remain confidential and allow the school to initiate its communication protocols. Any student who does not follow BBHS COVID-19 Community Protocols will face disciplinary consequences and may be prohibited from participating in on-campus learning and extracurricular activities. In the event of a positive case in our student body, faculty or staff, Bishop Blanchet will communicate to the entire community and work directly with families if their student is impacted.
Chris Bilanko
Dean of Students
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From the Food Services Department |
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PREORDER LUNCH SERVICE NEXT WEEK: TUESDAY AND THURSDAY
The BBHS Cafeteria Team is providing box lunches for purchase, which includes a sandwich or entree salad, chips, and dessert for $6.00.
Students must bring their own water bottle or beverage each day. Lunches will be charged to the student's RevTrak Food Service account. If you anticipate purchasing lunches, please ensure funds are available on the account. Families can access their Food Service account (or create a new one) by clicking the RevTrak icon on the BBHS website Parents tab.
Katy Mathews
Director of Food Service
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From the Athletic Department |
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BOYS AND GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY ALL-METRO TEAMS ANNOUNCED
Congratulations to the following BBHS student athletes for earning All-Metro recognition, and to Coach John O’Leary for earning Boys Coach of the Year for the second consecutive year. Way to go, Braves!
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1st Team – Girls
Olivia Freeman ‘21
2nd Team – Girls
Frances Kent ‘21
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1st Team – Boys
William Schneider ‘23
Drew Oliver ‘23
Tyler Graff ‘22
2nd Team – Boys
Gavin LaMotte ‘21
Coach of the Year (Boys) - John O’Leary, 2nd consecutive year
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APRIL SPIRIT BAG ORDERS HAVE ARRIVED
The Spirit Bag order (placed in April) have arrived, and are available for pick up during school hours in the Athletic Office. Please email Laura Fieser with any questions.
BBHS NFHS LIVESTREAM SCHEDULE
Each week the Bishop Blanchet Athletic Department will post our streaming schedule on the main Athletic Page of the BBHS website. Our goal is to stream as many events as possible, to allow for our community to see our incredible student athletes in action. To access the streaming platform, NFHS Network, please click here, create an account, and search Bishop Blanchet.
Upcoming Livestream Games
Wednesday, May 26
Thursday, May 27
Saturday, May 29
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JVC Girls Basketball @ Seattle Prep 9 a.m. (YouTube)
Monday, May 31
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JV Girls Basketball @ Ballard 5:45 p.m. (YouTube)
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JV Boys Basketball @ Ballard 7:15 p.m. (YouTube)
Tuesday, June 1
Wednesday, June 2
Thursday, June 3
Saturday, June 5
Monday, June 7
FALL SPORTS 2021 INFORMATION
We anticipate and are planning for a return to the traditional sports schedule for the 2021-22 school year (i.e. Fall, Winter and Spring sports played in the traditional timeframes).
Fall Sports begin on Monday, August 23 with the exception of football, which begins on Wednesday, August 18. Bishop Blanchet requires physicals to be renewed each school year. To be eligible, all athletes need to upload their current Physical and Medical History Form to FamilyID.
Once forms are submitted online, the parent/guardian account holder will receive a confirmation email from FamilyID, stating that their registration has been successfully “completed.” The Athletic Office will then review the registration. Parent/guardian account holders will be sent an email stating that the student athlete is/is not eligible to participate, due to a specific reason. The Athletic Office will open Monday, August 16 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for help with the registration process.
Fall cut-sports consist of Boys and Girls Golf, Girls Soccer and Volleyball. Fall non-cut sports are Boys and Girls Cross Country, Football and Girls swimming. Please refer to the BBHS Athletic page for tryout information, dates and times.
Sean Gaskill
Athletic Director
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From the Activities Office |
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SENIOR PARENTS: LAST BLAST REGISTRATION DEADLINE FRIDAY
Senior parents, finalize your Last Blast (post-graduation senior event) payment and registration today - the deadline is this Friday, May 28. The registration forms are linked below, and hard copies are also available in the Main Office and Business Office.
Registration and Payment:
In addition to payment, completed and signed forms must be returned to the Business Office by Friday, May 28.
Forms can be dropped to the Main Office, emailed to Jessica Owens, or mailed to:
Bishop Blanchet Business Office, Attn: Jessica Owens
8200 Wallingford Ave North
Seattle, WA 98103
Note: Confidential financial assistance is available. Please contact Mr. Grasseschi or Mr. Bocian to inquire. Please don't let finances be the reason your student misses out.
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STUDENT LEADERS FOR 2021-22
Congratulations to each of students who ran for next year's ASB and Class Cabinets. It takes great courage to run. We look forward to all the great accomplishments that this group will bring to the community. We are pleased to introduce next year's student leaders:
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ASB
Tiffany Blanco
William Hunt
Maren Wegley
Owen Duffy
Josephine Partridge
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Senior Class Cabinet
Kai Cyr
Mason Deaver
Rachel Drechsler
Nathan Holt
Roman Junes
August Pelfry
Olivia Sendelbach
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Junior Class Cabinet
Tomas Audejaitis
Joe Fesalbon
Charlotte Gallaudet
Jackie Hollomon
Sly Marona
Willy Shelton
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Sophomore Class Cabinet
JJ Kane
Portia Zeisner
Rachel McAllister
Maggie Bratrud
Catherine Craig
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BBHS HONOR JACKET
BBHS students who earn an Athletic, Academic, Performing Arts or other school Honor have two options for showing their school pride! In addition to the traditional Letter Jacket, the Honor Jacket is now available. It is a black fleece jacket that comes with the Blanchet "B" on the left chest and "Braves" on the right sleeve, and starts at $80. Click here to order the Honor Jacket, or call National Achiever Services at 425-357-1338.
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Chuck Bocian
Vice Principal of Activities
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STUDENT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING COMMITTEE
BBHS is launching a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Committee for the 2021-2022 school year to prioritize the social and emotional health of our community. We are looking for rising Junior and Senior student volunteers to help drive this effort and ensure the voice of the student body is heard and supported. If you think your student might be interested please encourage them to fill out this application by Thursday, June 3. Students may email Ms. Overman with any questions.
Kaitlyn Overman
Social Emotional Counselor
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From the Counseling Office |
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FINAL TRANSCRIPTS TO COLLEGES
Final transcripts will be sent to the "College Attending" students list in Naviance in late June, after final grades are completed. If plans change, seniors need to speak with their counselor immediately. Students may not submit enrollment deposits to more than one school. In compliance with NACAC best practices, BBHS will submit each student's final transcripts to only one college. Final transcripts will also be sent to NCAA and NAIA for those students who have registered.
HELPING YOUR GRAD TRANSITION TO COLLEGE
There are many important issues to consider as your student transitions to college. Take a look at some ways to support your student here.
Stephen Russell
Head School Counselor
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From the Performing and Fine Arts Department |
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SPRING MUSICAL MOVIE: SOME ENCHANTED EVENING
We were thrilled to premiere our Spring Musical Movie, Some Enchanted Evening with songs from Rodgers and Hammerstein, last night in the Quad. The show is filled with joy and excitement, all played out and filmed on our beautiful Bishop Blanchet Campus! With outstanding cameos by our Principal, our Vice Principal of Student Activities, members of our sports teams and more, this show will delight and charm every viewer. Watch this awesome behind the scenes video created by Dylan Brown '22.
The on-demand broadcast of Some Enchanted Evening runs THIS WEEKEND ONLY, beginning Friday, May 28 at 7 p.m. through Sunday, May 30 at 11:59 p.m. Preorder on-demand viewing access for just $15 through our Broadway on Demand link.
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VIRTUAL ART SHOWCASE
If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that despite a global pandemic, creativity can thrive!
Take the opportunity to check out the masterpieces created this year by our talented BBHS student artists, at our Virtual Art Showcase!
The show goes live today, Wednesday, May 26 at 3 p.m. Follow @bb_bravesart on Instagram for more content!
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VIRTUAL SPRING CONCERT
Join the BBHS Music Programs to celebrate our Spring Concert video next Wednesday, June 2 at 7 p.m. We'll dance through the decades with top hits to make your toes tap! The video will be viewable on the BBHS YouTube channel after it premieres.
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Corey Eriksen
Performing & Fine Arts Department Chair
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From the Development Office |
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BBHS GOLF CLASSIC RETURNS
After a COVID year hiatus, the Bishop Blanchet Golf Classic returns! Everyone in the BBHS community is invited to join in the fun at Willows Run Golf Course.
Date: Monday, June 14
Time: 7 a.m. check in begins - 8 a.m. shotgun start
Where: Willows Run Golf Course, 10402 Willows Rd. Redmond, WA 98052
Cost: One time low price of $120 per golfer!
What: Registration includes green fees, range balls, golf cart, continental breakfast, boxed lunch and social hour with appetizers
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BRAVE FUND - MAKE YOUR GIFT OR FULFILL YOUR PLEDGE NOW
631 current families are among the generous donors who have contributed over $700,000 to the 2020-2021 Brave Fund. This incredible support benefits BBHS students in all seven areas of the Brave Fund:
- Facilities & Operations
- Athletics & Activities
- Financial Aid
- Faith & Service
- Performing and Fine Arts
- Academics & Technology
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Greatest Need
Thank you! If you have not yet made your gift or fulfilled your existing pledge to the 2020-2021 Brave Fund, please click here to do so.
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS: SENIOR CLASS GIFT
In recent weeks, seniors have been asked to reflect on their time at BBHS and consider participating in the Senior Class Gift program. We are asking each senior to give $5 to the BBHS Brave Fund in honor of their time here at Bishop Blanchet, and in an effort to continue to provide the benefits they received to current and future Braves. BBHS is able to offer its students so many opportunities thanks to the generosity of our donors. We encourage you to share with your student why you as a parent believe in giving to the BBHS Brave Fund and hope that they are inspired by your own generosity. Your student can give online here. We thank you and your soon-to-be alum for your support!
Mary Beard
Development Director
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NEW SWEATSHIRTS ARE IN!
Need a Bishop Blanchet hoodie? Wait no longer! Place an order today and get one for your favorite BBHS student! They make a great 8th grade graduation gift.
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The ever-popular plaid flannel PJ pants sold out, but should receive more after Memorial Day. Please check back! If you have a question or want to suggest an item you'd like to see stocked, please email the Spirit Store.
Kelley Kane
Brave Cave Coordinator
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SUMMER LACROSSE CAMP
Play “the fastest game on two feet!” Join us June 14-18 for the BBHS Boys Lacrosse Camp. The morning session for 3rd-5th graders runs 9-11:30 a.m., and the afternoon session for 6th-8th graders runs 12-3 p.m. Players of all positions and skill levels are welcome. Through a fun environment, players will be challenged to improve essential skills and build confidence. The camp is broken into three parts: drills, competitions, and scrimmages, giving players the opportunity to try out new skills in game play daily. It's lax time!
Click here for more information and to register. Note: we are fully committed to student and employee safety and following public health guidelines. Cancellations due to COVID-19 will be fully refunded.
Nick Padrnos
Brave Summer Coordinator
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JOIN THE BISHOP BLANCHET TEAM
Bishop Blanchet is seeking qualified candidates for several current openings.
Bishop Blanchet committed to attracting and retaining outstanding individuals to reflect the racial, cultural and gender diversity of our student population. We actively seek candidates of different backgrounds who are devoted to engaging and inspiring a high-achieving and well-rounded student population to be leaders, in and out of the classroom.
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