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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Panther Parents/Guardians and Students!
Greetings Panthers! We are in the middle of summer but the school year is just around the
corner. The entire staff is excited to see you again and wants to welcome you back to the
world’s greatest high school! We have a laser like focus on meeting the needs of all our
students, providing a top rate education and a wonderful high school experience. Every
student matters to us and we are committed to making sure all students feel welcome,
supported, cared about and challenged. We will continue to teach and reinforce our Values for
Success (Panther POWER), which are the building blocks to everything we do. They are:
 Perseverance: Persistence in action even when faced with discouragement and
obstacles to accomplish your purpose. The act of not giving up, pushing through despite
your circumstances – even if you fail initially.
 Ownership: Our choices! Our school! Our future! Being accountable for my/our actions
and the results they bring at all times. Taking responsibility for your efforts, actions,
decisions and owning the positive and negative results.
 Work Ethic: Sustained internal drive to perform at your personal best. Just get it done!
Going beyond basic requirements to reach the highest quality possible. Relentlessly
pushing yourself, giving full effort, and not procrastinating until you are done.
 Engagement: Be here! All in! Have fun! Complete involvement, commitment, and
immersion with the task at hand. Brain on! Focusing on your task, participating,
creating things, sharing ideas, hands and minds are working.
 Respect: To see value, worth and appreciation in self and others even if ideas and
beliefs are different. Treat people the way you want to be treated and show regard for
the property of others. Accepting (not judging) individual difference of opinions, ideas,
physical attributes, and showing kindness because we are all equal.
There are a few changes this coming year that I want to share with you.
 Your counselor may have changed! Our counselors are no longer grade level
counselors - they are on an alpha system. Students’ assigned counselor will be
determined by their last name. Students may talk to any of the counselors (especially if
they have a preexisting relationship) about social emotional issues. All academic
tracking, scheduling, and advising will be through their assigned alpha counselor.
 A – Di Kelly Speir
 Dj – J Dasha Berry
 K – Rh Todd Herd
 Ri – Z Eric Crinklaw
 Chromebooks!!! This year the district is providing every secondary student with a
Chromebook for instructional purposes to use at school and home. Like a textbook, the
device will be checked out to students at the beginning of the school year. Students will
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
be given an orientation on the device and expectations for use at school and at
home. For more information go to the district website at sumnersd.org
 We have updated our Advisory curriculum, using a very progressive and interactive
electronic program called Career Cruising. Your students will all have accounts that they
can explore and share with you. They will be keeping electronic portfolios rather than
the binders we have been doing. This is a very positive step in helping students to
determine the direction they want to go after high school and how to plan for it!
 Electronic communication… We want 95% of our communication home to be
electronic. Please make sure your email address is correct in our system so you receive
the communications we send out! Letters we send out will also be available on the
BLHS home page.
I also want to highlight a few things that have the potential to significantly impact your
student’s education:
 Student attendance is crucial to school success. Students who miss 10% (or more) of
school are at high risk of failing courses and research has shown they have significantly
decreased chance of graduating. Please help your students by getting them to school
every day!
 Students who are taking Advance Placement courses – if you have summer homework,
make sure you complete it and come prepared. These courses are rigorous and are
supposed to be hard! They will challenge you, but you can and will be successful. Be
conscientious of how you schedule your time, so you do not overbook yourself.
Remember, if you complete 5 AP courses, you become an AP Scholar and will be
recognized at graduation.
 We will have an Activity Bus every week – Monday through Thursday – so students can
take advantage of after school programs. It will leave BLHS around 4:15pm. We have
expanded our after school support to include an Academic Support/Assessment Center
where students can go for additional instruction, a place to study, or to make up tests.
If your student is failing Math or English, there may be times where he/she is required
to attend until grades are improved. The Academic Support/Assessment center will be
staffed by teachers who are excited to help any student with any subject.
 We have courses offered during 7th period (after school) for students who need options
& flexibility (contact your student’s counselor to learn more) - Robotics is offered 1st
semester and PE will be offered all year. 7th period will run from 2:30 – 4:00 Monday
through Thursday – no 7th period on Fridays or staff meeting Wednesdays.
 Two fantastic ways to keep up on what is happening here at BLHS is to “like” us on
Facebook (Bonney Lake High School) or through our student run webpage,
PantherTracks: http://panthertracks.org/
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Also, our first football game (Sunset Bowl) is on September 2nd – the Friday before school
begins. Students, remember to purchase your ASB card so you can get in free! It is a white-out
so come wearing white!
It is my goal to see each and every student graduate – 100% graduation! Not only do I want to
see every student graduate, we want to make sure they have the necessary skills to be
successful in their post-secondary choice. Bonney Lake High School is here to do exactly that!
Please do not hesitate to contact your student’s teachers, counselor, or administrator if you
have questions or are in need of any assistance.
This mailing also includes some important information regarding dates, activities, and
expectations to help you plan for the beginning of the school year. Enclosed are resources to
help assist you. I am very much looking forward to this year and partnering with you to give
your child/children a fantastic education. We will have a fantastic start to the school year as
well as a wonderful, successful school year!
Sincerely,
Important Upcoming Dates!!
Date/ Time
August 22nd & 23rd
August 29th, 6:00 pm
September 7th
September 21st 5:30 pm
November 1st 3:00-7:00 pm
Event
Check-In Days
9th grade Parent Information
First day of school
Open House
Fall Arena Conferences
Location
BLHS Commons
BLHS Commons
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Welcome Back Panthers!!
Student Check-In Days – NOT required to come to school to complete - All can
be done on-line!
August 22nd, 9:00 - 1:00 p.m
August 23rd, 2:00 - 7:00 p.m
Times for both days are open to All students.
Check-In Days are your opportunity to:
 Purchase ASB Cards
 Pay class fees
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Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Sign up and pay for student parking: Students are required to show receipt of payment,
proof of insurance and a valid driver’s license in order to receive a parking permit –
forms are on-line!! The main office will be open and students can come in to purchase
their parking spaces starting Monday, August 15th. There are a limited number of
parking spaces.
Pay for/order a yearbook
Deposit Money into your student’s lunch account (Sign up for Free & Reduced Lunch
online through Family Access or paper applications will be available)
Learn about Family Access and get your password
Get Bus Route and Transportation Information
New students can get a tour of the school
Counselors will be available to answer questions regarding student schedules
What we won’t be doing during Check-In days this year:
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No student schedule pickup during Check-In days. 10th-12th students received 16-17
school year schedules the last week of school and incoming freshman received
schedules the last week of June. Up-to-date schedules will be available on Family
Access starting noon, 19th. All students will pick up their schedules during Advisory
the 1st day of school. Computers will be available to check schedules at Check-In and
Counselors will be available starting August 8th (Monday-Thursday) and during Check-In
days to answer questions or adjust schedules in case a student has been placed in the
wrong class or is not currently registered for 6 classes.
No student pictures during Check-In. All students will have their school pictures taken
on Monday, September 12th.
Lockers will not be assigned during Check-In. Students can sign up for a locker starting
the first day of school in the Career and Counseling Center.
Student planners/handbooks will not be picked up during Check-In. All students will
receive their planners during the first week of school. Student planners are a required
purchase this year for all students for $5.00. If a planner is not purchased on-line/during
Check-In, it will be applied as a fee to a student’s account (reduced and free lunch prices
apply for planners).
Reminder: coming in to school for Check-In days is not required!
Save time and complete paperwork, pay for items, deposit money in to your student’s
lunch account and sign up for Free & Reduced Lunch on-line!! Just go to the BLHS
homepage and click on Back-to-School Information. Start of school fees can be paid online starting Monday, August 15th. We will also have computers available to use during
Check-In days.
Bonney Lake High School
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
First Day of School – Special Schedule
To help welcome and orient freshman to high school we have a special schedule. Freshman will
arrive at the regular starting time (7:25am) for one half day; regular lunch will be served. Our
goal is to get our freshmen engaged, get a chance to connect with their peers and our Crue –
upper-class student leaders) who will help lead the morning. They will also become familiarized
with the building, with their class locations, and with procedures before the arrival of the upper
classmen. All sophomores, juniors and seniors will begin after lunch at 12:25pm (no lunch will
be served) with orientation activities which are appropriate for them. Transportation will be
provided on a special schedule for grades 10, 11, and 12. All grades will receive their class
schedules during Advisory the first day and will remain at school until the normal end of the
school day at 2:20pm.
Frequently Asked Questions ???
What supplies do I need to bring to school the first day?
Please bring a small binder, paper, and a pen/pencil the first day of school. Specific
school supply lists will be given out for each class by teachers during the first days of
school.
How do I stay up-to-date with what’s happening at BLHS?
We have three great ways to stay connected to what’s happening…
 Our website (go to sumnersd.org and navigate to Bonney Lake High School)
 Follow us on Twitter at BLHSinformation
 “Like” us on Facebook @ Bonney Lake High School
 Remind 101: students/parents can receive text message reminders about
upcoming important dates and events. Students will receive information on how
to sign up the first week of school
 Make sure we have your most up-to-date email address to ensure you are
receiving school information
Where do I get back to school information?
Go to the Sumner District webpage @ www.sumnersd.org and click on the “Back to
School information link.”
How do I get involved in fall sports?
All athletes MUST be cleared prior to participation in any practice or competition. Please
see attached athletics information. Please also sign-up as a user on
www.spslathletics.com and click on Bonney Lake to get more information about athletics.
How do I contact my student at school?
Bonney Lake High School
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Your child’s safety is of the utmost importance to us. If you have to get ahold of your
student, please call the main office at (253) 891-5700. Please support our policy of no
cell phones during class time and do not call or text your child during class time (texting
them a message at lunch is awesome!!).
Are cell phones allowed at school?
Cell phones can be used at any time except during class time. Cell phone use during
class time may be determined by the teacher for academic purposes. For more
information regarding cell phone use please refer to the Student Handbook on the
Bonney Lake High School website.
Can I leave campus for lunch?
BLHS has a closed campus – which means once you are on campus, you need to stay on
campus until the end of the school day or otherwise released. During the day parking
lots are considered off campus as well – Do not use your car as a locker.
Will there be late start Wednesdays again?
Yes. There is a district late start schedule available on our district’s website. School will
begin at 9:05 on those days. We appreciate the support of our community to support us
in using this time for professional development. This time is dedicated to improving our
practice, so we can provide better instruction and service to our students.
Who do I contact when my child is absent?
Please call the Attendance Secretary @ (253) 891-5860 to excuse a student’s absence
preferably the same day but absolutely within 48 hours. Please refer to the Student
Handbook for attendance procedures.
Who do I contact for the following issues?
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problems in class: teacher- if not resolved-counselor- if not resolved grade level
administrator- if not resolved-principal
harassment/bullying: counselor- if not resolved-grade level administrator- if not
resolved-principal
registration/scheduling/credits: counselor
extracurricular activity issues: coach- if not resolved-athletic director- if not resolvedprincipal
major event/crisis that would impact your child at school: grade level counselor and/or
administrator
What is appropriate attire for school?
Please refer to the Student Handbook for dress code policies. The dress code policy is
designed to keep a positive, supporting learning environment.
Bonney Lake High School
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Who is my child’s counselor and how do I contact them?
You may reach your counselor through email or starting August18th calling the
counseling secretary.
Counseling Secretary: Joy Mehr, 891-5752
 A – Di Kelly Speir
[email protected]
 Dj – J Dasha Berry
[email protected]
 K – Rh Todd Herd
[email protected]
 Ri – Z Eric Crinklaw
[email protected]
BLHS Administrative Team Information Sheet
Cris Turner, Principal
[email protected]
Secretary: Breanna Naccarato, 891-5727
[email protected]
I continue to be honored and excited to be the principal of BLHS, the World’s
Greatest High School! BLHS has outstanding students and is blessed to have
such supportive parents and community. I am looking forward to continuing to
partner with all stakeholders (especially students and parents) to help BLHS be the premiere
high school in the state of Washington! It is my job to help guide the staff in supporting each
and every student learn essential content and skills to earn a diploma and become career and
college ready. We (educators) have a moral imperative to ensure that every student is
successful.
I am entering my 20th year as an educator and my third year here at BLHS. I have a strong
background in improving classroom instruction, creating support systems to help students
achieve, and ensuring no student falls through the cracks. I LOVE the Seahawks, take every
opportunity I can to go fishing, and spending time with my family.
I am very family oriented and am the proud father of three kids ages 17, 15, and 13. As a father
I want only the best for my children and seek that every day. I believe that every parent feels
exactly the same. This is a thought that is always on my mind and helps to guide the decisions I
make every day. My door is always open. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have a
concern about your student(s). I am looking forward to serving this community!
Kelsey Anderson, Assistant Principal – 9th Grade Administrator
[email protected]
Secretary: Griselda Flores, 891-5710
[email protected]
I am excited to be starting my third year as part of the World’s Greatest High
School Community!! This is my 20th year in education serving 16 years as an
English and Social Studies teacher in Spokane and now going in to my third year as the Assistant
Principal here at BLHS overseeing our 9th grade students. I love being an educator. I see value
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Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
in every student and believe it is our job to guide, assist, and support each student to set high
goals and achieve them. I have two daughters, Madeline 20 (completing her 2nd year in the
Navy) and Lane, 15, who can’t wait to start her sophomore year at BLHS! I look forward to
getting to know you this year, and I can’t wait to help support the work we’re doing at
BLHS. Please don’t hesitate to connect with me with any questions, concerns, or input you may
have. Go Panthers!
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal, 10th Grade Administrator
[email protected]
Secretary: Griselda Flores, 891-5710
[email protected]
I am excited to be starting my first year as a Panther at Bonney Lake High School and
in the Sumner School District. I have been in education for 16 years, 13 in the classroom as a Special
Education teacher and the last 3 as a part of the administrative team in the Tahoma School District.
As one of the three assistant principals at BLHS, I will oversee the 10 th grade students, along with the
departments of Special Education, World Languages, Physical Education, and Fine Arts. I strongly
believe that through connections and relationships with students, we can help each student achieve
their goals for their future while supporting teachers to meet the high standards of today! I am
married with 2 boys (9 years old and 6 years old) who continue to shape me as a leader and drive
me to make school a better place for every student so that each person can see themselves as
successful in whatever direction of life they choose to take. I sincerely look forward to this coming
school year and getting to know the Bonney Lake community. Feel free to reach out to me at any
point. Go Panthers!
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal, 11th & 12th grade Administrator
[email protected]
Secretary: Beth Berg, 891-5866
[email protected]
As an original staff member of the World’s Greatest High School, I am honored
to have to opportunity serve Bonney Lake as an assistant principal. Through our
halls walk the world’s greatest students, educators, and families. Every year I am increasingly
humbled to be working with our students and families. I began my tenure with the Panthers as
a Social Studies teacher and as the head wrestling coach. Prior to my time at BLHS, I was an
educator in the San Francisco Bay Area. My wife, daughter, and I love living in the Pacific
North-West and in our Bonney Lake community.
This year, I will be working closely with our eleventh and twelfth grade students, student
leadership, and with our ASB clubs and activities. Additionally, I will be coordinating our state
testing efforts and our alternatives to discipline programs.
Bonney Lake High School is the best kept secret in Puget Sound. I am excited to be a part of the
positive and supportive atmosphere which is growing at BLHS. This is a special place. I am
Bonney Lake High School
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
excited to see this change in our culture and climate. Our goal at BLHS is to create an
environment where each and every person who walks our halls knows that they are cared for
and that they can be successful here.
You can find my office in Student Services. Please feel free to contact me if there is ever a
need. Go Panthers!
Steve Fulkerson, Building Administrator
[email protected]
Secretary: Beth Berg, 891-5866
[email protected]
This will be your child’s Year of the Panther! Everyone at BLHS is prepared to
make certain our students enjoy leadership opportunities combined with supported academic
challenges. Although I am “new” to BLHS, I feel like it is homecoming. I have served as an
administrator at all three middle schools along with extensive work at our district’s eight
elementary schools. Professional recognitions include Principal of the Year, National Board for
Professional Principal Standards, six years on the Association of Washington School Principals
Board of Directors, and two years with the Washington state Administrative Professional
Certification Panel. I promise to support your child with a blend of district, state, and national
professional experience. On a personal level, my wife of 37 years and I are living a parents’
dream – our sons have completed college, have excellent jobs, and are happily married! You
will see me everywhere supporting Panther Power and, of course, your son or daughter.
BLHS Athletic Information for 2016-17 School Year
Jesse Snyder, Athletic Coordinator
Secretary: Matt Fergusson, 891-5830
[email protected]
[email protected]
Sumner School District will continue to offer online athletic clearances. The online process
provides a convenient way for families to clear athletes entirely online. Clearances will run
through our partner company called, FamilyID. FamilyID is a secure registration platform that
provides our families with a user-friendly way to register and clear athletes for our sports
programs. When registered through FamilyID, the system will track all clearance information for
each athlete.
The website to register is www.familyid.com/bonney-lake-high-school The link will be in the
middle of this announcement and will also be located on the district and building website under
athletics.
Bonney Lake High School
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10920 199 Ave. Ct. E. Bonney Lake, WA 98391
(253) 891-5700, Fax # (253) 891-5797
Cris Turner, Principal
Kelsey Anderson, Assist. Principal
Anthony Clarke, Assistant Principal
Lindsay Richter, Assistant Principal
Steve Fulkerson, Building Admin.
Items that must be completed are as follows:
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Upload or turn in current physical (physical must be current for duration of season)
Complete and fill in all required forms in each of the sections online
Purchase SY 16-17 ASB Card ($40)
Pay athletic participation fee ($80)
Clear all fines with building bookkeeper
Coaches will be notified of all cleared athletes prior to the first practice. Important note:
Athletes MUST be cleared prior to participation for any practice or competition.
FamilyID link: https://www.familyid.com/bonney-lake-high-school
Fall Sports:
Reminder-Online clearances are available, starting August 1st for fall sports.
Please go to the FamilyID link listed below to register:
https://www.familyid.com/bonney-lake-high-school
 August 17-Football Begins
 August 22-All Fall Sports Begin
We will also be offering access to school computers at the school, starting on August 15th for any
family in need of technical assistance with registration on FamilyID. Please contact us @ # 253891-5700 to set-up an appointment for this assistance.
Winter Sports:
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Online clearances will be done the beginning of November.
Spring Sports:
 Online clearances will be done the beginning of February.
Please check PCLathletics.org for team rosters and schedules!