Hi folks. Report Cards have been delivered along with meals. You will also find a letter regarding upcoming learning required by the Alaska Safe Children's Act. Meal deliveries continue tomorrow. Student homework will be due on Monday. Please help us continue student learning by dedicating homework time in your household. Students who need help may call the school and be connected with their teacher.
Monday school will reopen.
One Action Required - FY22 Administrator Evaluation
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BSSD Superintendent Finalists
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Hey folks: Come on out for chili and cornbread at tonight's Senior Fundraiser!
$5/bowl of chili $2/cornbread $7/both
Starts 5:30-6:00pm
Join in the Bake Walk and win an exceptionally delicious dessert! Support our Seniors and have a good, tummy-filling time.
Boys’ Basketball Schedule for 1/14/22 to 1/15/22
Please Note: Ages 18 and Up.
Friday
Teller (white) vs Elim (dark) @ 2:30 p.m.
Elim (white) vs Shishmaref (dark) @ 6 p.m.
Shishmaref (white) vs Teller (dark) @ 9:30 p.m.
Saturday
Teller (white) vs Elim (dark) @ 10 a.m.
Elim (white) vs Shishmaref (dark) @ 3 p.m.
Shishmaref (white) vs Teller (dark) @ 8 p.m.
Reminder: There will be an AEC Meeting Thursday at Noon in the School Library.
AEC Meeting will be held on Thursday January 13th at Noon in the school library.
School closes at 12:30pm today. Happy Holidays to all!
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Little Dribblers practice will begin December 20th. Second through fifth graders can join. Practice will be from 2-3:30 p.m. (during the holiday break). The practice schedule will change after the holiday break is over. We would like to attend the Mangtak Eaters Middle School/Lil’ Dribblers Invitational Tournament in Savoonga March 17-19. If you have any questions contact Mr. Boring before or after school.
December 20th: 2-3:30
December 21st: 2-3:30
December 22nd: 2-3:30
December 23rd: 2-3:30
Just a reminder: the Christmas Program will take place at 5:30 pm. Basketball tournament begins at 8pm.
Good Evening,
Currently there have been a total of three cases of COVID identified at the wrestle/cheer tournament. The students are isolated away from the main group with an adult. The decision has been made to cancel the remainder of the wrestling/cheerleading tournament. There will be no further activities taking place at the Unalakleet School this weekend.
We are working to schedule travel for students, coaches, and visiting parents to return home tomorrow. We will send out the information as soon as it's finalized, and it will be posted on Google Calendar.
We thank you for your understanding and patience. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call me at (907) 625-1590.
Respectfully,
Kris Busk
Good Afternoon,
This afternoon a student tested positive for COVID-19 at the wrestling/cheerleading tournament. The student has been removed from the school building and is currently isolating with family outside of the school. All teams are currently quarantining and separated from group contact until the results of NSHC testing efforts come back. Social tracing is currently being conducted. The following message was sent by the Unalakleet School administration a few moments ago:
"Due to a positive case being identified, the elementary/wrestling cheerleading tournament is currently postponed until tomorrow. All teams will remain in their room. No spectators or visitors will be allowed to enter the school. The situation will be reevaluated tomorrow morning."
If the tournament ends up being cancelled, all athletes and coaches returning to the village will be asked to quarantine until the results of a COVID test that is taken at site are returning.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me on my cell phone at (907) 625-1590.
Thank you for your understanding.
Kris Busk
School Operating Protocols (Updated September 17, 2021): https://5il.co/z9tk
BSSD School Operating Protocols (Updated September 3, 2021): https://5il.co/yffi
BSSD School Reopening Family Letter for the 2021-2022 School Year: https://5il.co/y2ha
On Monday, May 10, 2021, the FDA approved the authorization of the Pfizer Vaccine for students aged 12-15, now allowing all individuals 12 and up to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine if they wish. The CDC formally approved the Pfizer Vaccine for 12 and up today as expected. This will begin to move us further towards our school reopening efforts for next year, as well as allow more communities to reach that 80% mark for further reopening of our region. Teams from NSHC will be put together Thursday, May 13 and be ready to begin administering shots on Friday, May 14, 2021. As stated before, I have approved teams from NSHC to come into the schools and provide shots as necessary. Attached are links to the Pfizer Vaccination Consent Form for parents and the EUA referenced on the form. If you would like for your child to receive the vaccination at the school, please complete this form and return it to your school office by Friday, May 14, 2021. The Bering Strait School District highly recommends all eligible students and community members get the vaccine to assist in our efforts of keeping all our students, staff, and communities safe. NSHC COVID19 Vaccination Consent Form: https://5il.co/sm1x Fact Sheet: https://5il.co/sjnd
BSSD Graduation Dates
The Bering Strait School District is excited to announce that we will be holding in person graduation ceremonies for the 2021 high school graduates.
Check with your school to see capacity limits for graduation day!
https://www.bssd.org/page/graduation-dates
2021 Graduation Dates!
The Bering Strait School District is excited to announce that we will be holding in person graduation ceremonies for the 2021 high school graduates.
Check with your school to see capacity limits for graduation day!
https://www.bssd.org/page/graduation-dates
Share your thoughts on the COVID-19 Pandemic & Education!
AK DEED Survey Closes on May 16 at 11:59am: https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/808824766
Calling all families & advocates of migratory children, English learners, Alaska Native children, children with disabilities, children experiencing homelessness, and children in foster care! We need your feedback! COVID-19 has impacted all of us and has interrupted our students' learning. Join the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development for an evening chat as we discuss the American Rescue Plan (ARP) and gather your input on the needs of our children.
Please join us for a discussion on the COVID-19 Pandemic and Education. Choose whichever day works for your schedule!
• Monday, May 10, 2021 at 6pm
• Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at 6pm
• Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 6pm
All meetings are accessible here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080672200
You can also join us on the phone by calling this number 888-475-4499 and entering the meeting ID: 850 8067 2200
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Find more information on the Alaska Children's Trust website: https://www.alaskachildrenstrust.org/child-abuse-prevention-month
