Calendar Quick Links:
FASFA Information - Live and Ready to Use!
Free Public College Tuition? Visit College Bound Program
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens to seniors
Juniors Resume/References for their HIGH SCHOOL & BEYOND PLANS DUE!
Seniors! Did you apply for the College Bound Scholarship in 7, 8, or 9th grade?
Cascadia Tech Summer School Information - Registration Began 5/1/26
Summer Running Start Information has been included in the Fall/Summer announcement from Clark College. Students need to meet with Mrs. Pack if you are interested in Summer Running Start. Due to budget constraints, EVFs submitted after June 10 cannot be processed, and the student will not be able to enroll in the summer class. They will need to wait until the fall term.
BGSD Credit Recovery -High school credit recovery is available to current 9th-12th grade students who want to recover courses they have failed in high school. Current 8th grade students may also recover the WA state history requirement.
Contact your high school counselor, pack.dawn@battlegroundps.org if you are registering for any of the above summer school options.
Testing Quick Links
Standardized Testing Opportunities: PSAT, SAT, ACT, ASVAB, World Language, PSAT/NMQST
5/16 - Credit Via Challenge Exams
5/20/26 - ASVAB PHS Testing Registration 9:00 AM
There are also grants (WA College Grant, College Bound, Passport to Careers) provided by WA State that only require a FAFSA or WASFA for the application process. Fill out your financial aid application now if you haven't already!
Scholarships List for BGPS Seniors
Scholarships For Low Income Students | College Success Foundation
Choose the right scholarship - Washington State Opportunity Scholarship
https://waopportunityscholarship.org/applicants/apply-for-a-scholarship/
The 2026-27 FAFSA Form is Live!
Don’t Miss Out on Aid.
We’re excited to share that the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now open at fafsa.gov.
Completing the FAFSA form is a key to accessing federal, state, and institutional financial aid that can help cover the cost of college or career training. We strongly encourage all students to complete the form as soon as possible.
Start your FAFSA form now: FAFSA.gov The earlier you apply, the better your chances of maximizing aid.
If you need help or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your school counselor or college advisor, or attend one of the two BGSD financial aid workshops
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Senior Graduation Timeline Dates
May 19th - Teacher Appreciation Dinner 5pm in the small gym
May 26th, 6:30 pm - Last graduation meeting in the Commons.
May 28th - Last day of classes for RHL and Cascadia Tech seniors.
June 2nd, 6:30 pm- Baccalaureate Service @ Evergreen Bible on Mill Plain & wear cap and gowns.
June 3rd, 8:30 am - Graduation rehearsal. Meet Mr. Kesler at CAM covered area. Do not bring cap and gowns
June 3rd - Senior Breakfast immediately following rehearsal in the RHL small gym. ALL seniors should be there! Great food, drinks, and gifts for all seniors. Don't miss it!
June 3rd, 6:00 pm - Seniors line up at CAM covered area and then walk over to the stadium at 7:00 pm with advisors. Arrive in cap and gown.
June 3rd, 7:00 pm - Graduation Ceremony. No tickets required. (In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the BGHS gym.)
Please refer to👉 the graduation website👈 for all things graduation & complete ALL of the senior surveys on the website or that were emailed to you.
Watch your email!
https://sites.google.com/battlegroundps.org/class-of-2021-resource-page/home
A huge Cougar-sized congratulations to River HomeLink High School seniors, Debbie Kirkpatrick & Josiah Youm, for receiving the class of 2026 WSU Regents Scholarship Nominations! Nominees receive a guaranteed $4,000 per year, and then compete for the Distinguished Regents Scholar Award, which provides full tuition for four years at WSU.
This highly competitive award recognizes outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and community engagement. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication & know you will continue to achieve great things at Washington State University!
UPDATE: Josiah has officially received the Regent Scholarship for Washington State University 2026-2030, and the Top Scholar Scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year (He is one of 79 recipients to earn this Top Scholar Scholarhip!)