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Next Week at a Glance

Monday 10/16

Block 1-4

8:30 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release

Tuesday 10/17

5-7 Block Schedule and Everybody Reads

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

Wednesday 10/18

Straight 7

8:30 AM Start, 3:05 PM Release

Thursday 10/19

1-3 Block Schedule, and All School Mass Honoring Grandparents

9:00 AM Start, 10:30 AM Mass, 3:05 Release

Friday 10/20

4-7 Block Schedule

8:30 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release

Important Upcoming Dates

Saturday, October 14th - Homecoming Dance from 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM in the REG

Thursday, October 19th - All School Mass Honoring Our Grandparents

October 26 - 29 - Bishop Kelly Theatre Arts Presents Alice and the Scottish Gravediggers

October 25 & 26 - Student Progress Conferences (Students are dismissed at 2:00 PM on Thursday, 10/26. We will be sending at Just In Time email with more information about Student Progress Conferences on Monday.)

Friday, October 27th - Faculty Inservice, NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, November 1st - All School Mass, All Saints Day

School Calendars Can Be Found Here

Bell Schedules Can be Found Here

Fall 2024 Athletic Schedules Can be Found Here

Important Information for Back to School Can Be Found Here

Dear BK Parents, 

Homecoming is this weekend and the kids are excited about all the activities that it entails. What a fun and exciting time in your teenager's life! 

Like you, my goal is to keep our kids as safe as possible and to avoid life changing mistakes that can occur when alcohol and drug use happen on Homecoming/Prom Night. Our BK community must work together to make sure this evening is as safe as possible for our kids. Below are three tips that might help make Homecoming night a little safer for everyone.

Tip #1. Have conversations about expectations all the time—not just at Homecoming/Prom time. If you haven’t already, this is a great time for you to start a regular habit. It is incredibly important that on a regular basis you talk with kids about your expectations about alcohol and drug use. It’s also important to speak with them about refusal skills, decision-making skills, what to do if they find themselves in a risky situation, the dangers of drinking and driving, and so on. It’s never too early to start talking about this with your kids.  And it isn’t too late either.  When big events like Homecoming, Prom, and Graduation come around, you need to have a discussion about these things and make sure your plan and expectations for that night in particular are especially clear. 

Tip #2. Offer safe alternatives for the after Homecoming party. 

Some students are spending as much time thinking about their plans after Homecoming as they are about Homecoming itself. I want to be clear - It is illegal to host a party at your home and allow underage drinking, even if you take everyone’s car keys.  Additionally, this undermines other parents and Bishop Kelly (BK Drug and Alcohol Policy). 

If you are willing and able, offer a fun, safe, alcohol free party after Homecoming. Offering a chaperoned party after Homecoming is a great way to make sure your child and others are safe on Homecoming night. If you are going to be out of town on that night, please make sure another trusted adult will be keeping tabs on your teenager.  Leaving your teenager completely unchaperoned on Homecoming night could mean that your child finds him or herself in a very difficult situation that they aren’t prepared to handle.  Even if they have the best intentions. 

Tip #3. Have a plan. 

Discuss with your teen what they should do if they find themself in a difficult or dangerous situation.  Who can they call for help or a ride if their date or group of friends is drinking?  Is there a “safety phrase” your teenager can use to let you know they need you to come and get them?  Do you have a set time that your son or daughter needs to check in or be home?  Make a plan.

In addition to having a plan for how you expect the night to go, it’s equally important to decide what types of consequences you might employ if your child disregards or defies your limits and expectations. 

Looking forward to a fun and safe weekend,

Sincerely,

Mrs. Cheryl K. Hutchinson

Vice-Principal of Student Affairs

Bishop Kelly High School 

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!

Ryan Maloney

Partnership

Ryan handles his tasks seriously and in a professional manner. He is proactive, respectful, and knowledgeable when helping answer questions.

Seoyoon Song

Community

Seoyoon models the BK Way every day. She found herself seated with a couple of freshmen waiting to see their counselors. Seyoon immediately engaged them in conversation, asking them questions about their lives. They soon were also asking her questions as well. This models what it truly means to befriend someone. Thank you Seoyoon! 

BK Staff of the Week

Mrs. Shanahan and Mrs. Krakau

Activities

Mrs. Shanahan and Mrs. Krakau worked so hard to make the “Homecoming week” special for everyone. From organizing activities for all classes during lunch, organizing powder puff, running concessions, sending constant reminders about homecoming royalty voting, and of course driving our Homecoming Court around in the parade! Thank you for your tireless efforts making this a great HoCo Week! 



WAY TO GO KNIGHTS!

We just learned that Bishop Kelly won FOUR Academic State Championships for the Fall Season. Please help us congratulate the following teams:

Football

Girls Golf

Boys Soccer

Girls Soccer

Get on the Communications List for BK Track and Field

If your student is interested in participating in track & field in the spring, please fill out this Google Form so Coach Carpenter can start sending information out to those interested. Practice begins on Friday, February 23rd! Go Knights!

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!

Lost and Found

Please come check the lost and found!

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

Leadership Boise

Leadership Boise Academy aims to motivate high school juniors by offering a dynamic learning opportunity through active engagement with current and emerging community leaders in the business, corporate, and non-profit sector from across the Treasure Valley. Through the program, students are encouraged to become more involved in addressing the critical issues facing our community and the role they can play in ensuring the success of the Boise Metro region.

If your son or daughter is interested in attending the program, please click the link below to explore further eligibility requirements.

https://www.boisechamber.org/leadership-boise-academy.html

Applications are due on 10/15 at 11:59 pm. 

If you have any questions, please contact your student's counselor.



Thursday, October 19th, is Bishop Kelly's All School Mass honoring our Grandparents! Students have been filling out invitations in their Theology classes, but parents may want to follow up with Grandma and Grandpa to make sure they know that they are welcome. And if Grandparents can't make it, please let them know that we are praying for them here at BK.

WE NEED PARENT VOLUNTEERS FOR THE GRANDPARENTS' RECEPTION



Following Mass the BK Parent Ambassadors host a lovely reception for families. We need volunteers to help with the reception. Please click here for more information and and to sign up.

We are counting down the days to the Winner’s Choice Dinner and Auction with less than one month to go! Thank you to our Auction Sponsors and those who have bought tickets, donated to our Silent Auction (there are still items that remain on our Amazon Wishlist), and purchased Golden Tickets to win a $5,000 tuition credit to the educational institution of your choice or choose from a selection of Live Auction items. We only have 3 Knight’s Tables available! A Knight's Table sponsorship comes with the following advertising benefits: your company logo featured prominently at your table and on the large screens, an acknowledgement in the auction program, on social media and in the weekly BK Alive as well as on the BK Foundation website. We have received a couple of questions on attire for the event. As stated on the invitation the dress is black tie optional, but see below for Knight Flights inspiration and ideas on what to wear. We can’t wait to see you all at the auction!

Click Here for Auction Details

Click Here to Purchase Auction Tickets

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR GOLDEN TICKET

Click Here to Check Out our Amazon Wish List

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 - Panda Express Orange Chicken, Rice, and Chow Mein Bowls

Tuesday - Mai Thai California Rolls

Friday - Domino's Pizza



Now is the time to receive the best price on your dedication ad for your senior. Early bird pricing ends on October 20th. Don't miss out on this opportunity to send your senior a special message in the yearbook. 

Click Here for The Yearbook Company flyer that includes all of the instructions and pricing needed to order.

Student volunteers are needed for the Catholic Charities of Idaho's Harvest of Hope Gala and Dinner at Chateau des Fleurs in Eagle on October 26th.

Jobs include Flow Guides, Parking Assistance, Door Greeters, Coat Check, and Check In/Out. Volunteers are needed from 5:30 - 9:30 but most volunteer shifts are about 2 hours.



For more information or to volunteer for this event, please contact Tricia Stingley at tstingley@ccidaho.org or 208-703-9377.

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.

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.

Double your gift! Many employers sponsor a matching gift program. Check with your employer to see if your company will match your charitable contribution.

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!



• 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)

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