Attention Parents of Seniors: In order to participate in BEHS Graduation Ceremony, students must have all U citizenship grades cleared. Currently we have 80 seniors with U citizenship grades on their transcript. Each of these students have been referred to citizenship class during BEE time. In this class, students can clear (or makeup) U citizenship grades at no cost. If there are any questions, call Mrs. Roberts (if your student’s last name begins with the letters A-J) or Mr. Rasmussen (if your student’s last name begins with the letters M-Z) at 435-734-4840
Attention Parents of Seniors: In order to graduate from high school in the state of Utah, students must pass the Civics Exam. Currently 175 seniors at Box Elder High School have not passed this test. To determine if your senior student has passed the exam, look at their progress on the Passport System. You must use the Student’s account. Civics exam results are not available through the parent/ guardian account. If your student has not passed the exam, they may access that exam through their account in Passport. Also, if your student has a US Government class either second or third trimester, they will be given an opportunity to take this exam in that class.
Attention Parents of Seniors: In order to graduate from high school in the state of Utah, students must pass the Civics Exam. Currently 175 seniors at Box Elder High School have not passed this test. To determine if your senior student has passed the exam, look at their progress on the Passport System. You must use the Student’s account. Civics exam results are not available through the parent/ guardian account. If your student has not passed the exam, they may access that exam through their account in Passport. Also, if your student has a US Government class either second or third trimester, they will be given an opportunity to take this exam in that class.
Northridge Learning Center has discounted their Credit Recovery course workbooks to $40.00! Now through January 31, 2017, all credit recovery packets purchased will be $40. We hope to encourage parents and students not to wait until the last minute to catch up. Please see your counselor for a referral form. **The cost for Original Credit courses remains at $50.00 for 0.25 credit.
Engineering State 2017 is June 5-8 on the USU Logan campus. Engineering State is a fun filled 4-day summer camp for juniors who are university bound, with a high interest in math and science. Participants explore how engineering has changed our world and learn what earning a degree in engineering is all about. Registration is $150 and includes accommodations and all meals. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA to attend. Space is limited so register soon http:// estate.usu.edu. and be sure to include your high school transcript
Boys State
FOR JUNIOR BOYS
JUNE 12th-16th Weber State University
Sign up in the Counseling Center Applications due by noon-Friday, March 3 Questions? Contact Judy Botello 435-225-6720
Boys State is a wonderful opportunity for you to represent your high school and community. It is an exciting and educational week where you will participate in the three levels of government and learn many wonderful concepts about being a citizen of the United States of America. You will meet young men from throughout the state of Utah and make meaningful and lasting friendships. Participation in Boys State increases your ability to get scholarships.
Yearbooks for sale: Just a reminder that yearbooks can be pre-ordered for $41.00 at www.yearbookordercenter.com The school’s number is 7041. Books can be purchased online until March 20th. Any remaining books available for sale (after the March 20th date) will be sold for $51.00 here at the school. There are very few extra yearbooks purchased, please plan ahead so that your student has a book ordered.
Any student wishing to join the National Honor Society should speak with Mr. Crawford in room J4 or P2 ASAP. Members must have a 3.5-4.0 GPA and no U’s .
Graduation will be Thursday, May 25th at 3:00 at the Dee Events Center.
Snow day make up days will be February 20th and March 3rd.
College and Career Ready Open House Box Elder High School is sponsoring a College and Career Ready open house for all students and parents on March 20, 2017. The open house will begin at 6pm and end at 8pm. Students and parents can come and visit with the colleges and universities from the state and gather information on programs, scholarships, and degrees offered by these institutions. There will be two general information sessions outlining the states Regent Scholarship Program and the second session will cover how students can earn college credit while still in high school. There will also be representatives from each branch of the military to offer information about opportunities they have available. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.
Diversity Day sign-ups are now open through February 10th. This opportunity is available for all students. Students will celebrate our diversity and learn about scholarships and how to apply for college. The event is $15 for workshops, games, learning, lunch, t-shirt, and fun! So mark your calendar for February 24th and get registered at usu.edu/admissions/events/diversity .
SHMOOP is a great way for students to practice for the ACT test. If your student has any questions the counselors are there to help them
