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BK Mission
We educate and develop the whole student
in the Catholic tradition - Spirit, Mind, and Body.
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Next Week at a Glance
Monday, August 26
1- 4 Block Schedule
8:30 AM Start, 3:00 PM Release
Tuesday, August 27
Late Start 5 - 7 Block Schedule and Community Time
9:00 AM Start, 2:45 - 3:15 Office Hours
Wednesday, August 28
Straight 7 Schedule
8:30 AM Start, 3:05 PM Release
Thursday, August 29
1 - 3 Late Start Block Schedule and Community Time
9:00 AM Start, 2:45 - 3:15 Office Hours
Friday, August 30
4 - 7 Block Schedule
8:30 AM Start - 3:00 PM Release
Important Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, August 28th - Welcome Back BBQ and Back to School Knight
Monday, September 2nd - Labor Day, No School
Thursday, September 19th - All School Mass
Please order Mass shirts NOW so that they have time to arrive by the first All School Mass.
Click here to order at Educational Outfitters.
Specials Next Week in the BK Cafe
Monday - Panda Express Orange Chicken Bowls, Beef Broccoli Bows, or Veggie Rice Bowls
Friday - Dominos Pepperoni or Veggie Pizza
Click Here to See the Full BK Cafe Menu for Next Week
School Calendars Can Be Found Here
Bell Schedules Can be Found Here
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR BACK TO SCHOOL CAN BE FOUND HERE
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Photo of the Week: Office Hours are from 2:45-3:15 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. This is an opportunity for students to work, get extra help, make up assignments, or ask a question of their teachers. Please make use of this important time! | |
A Note From Bill and Sarah | |
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Dear BK Families,
Bishop Kelly's Welcome Back BBQ has been a tradition for more than 37 years. This is a family event hosted by the Bishop Kelly Parent Ambassadors on Wednesday, August 28 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on Lachiondo Family Plaza inside Nick Ysursa Stadium.
At 5:00 p.m. we will begin serving free food for BK families. The Spirit Store will be open, and we will be selling athletic passes. There will be opportunities to sign up to get involved in the school community, and we have a free gift for all new families. This is a great opportunity to build community by meeting and socializing with other families enrolled at Bishop Kelly.
At 6:10 p.m., the Bishop Kelly Band, Cheerleaders, and Dance team will be performing.
At 6:30 p.m., we will provide some all school information in Carley Center.
At 7:00 p.m., you will have an opportunity to follow your student's schedule and meet all of their teachers.
Period 1 7:00 - 7:06
Period 2 7:10 - 7:16
Period 3 7:20 - 7:26
Period 4 7:30 - 7:36
Period 5 7:40 - 7:46
Period 6 7:50 - 7:56
Period 7 8:00 - 8:06
Closing Prayer
Have your student write down their schedule, or copy it from Infinite Campus. We can't wait to see you on August 28th!
For parents who also have elementary and middle school children, and want to bring the whole family to the Welcome Back BBQ, there will be a supervised Movie Watching party in the cafeteria during the Back to School Knight portion of the evening. Drop your younger kiddos off while you attend your BK Student's classes.
God Bless and Go Knights!
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Bishop Kelly's House System | |
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What is the House System?
The House System at Bishop Kelly is a structured and purposeful approach to relationship building that takes place twice a week for 40 minutes. It’s designed to foster a sense of community, belonging, and mentorship among our students throughout their high school journey.
Here’s how it works:
- Family Structure: Each student is placed into a “Family,” which is a small group consisting of a few seniors, juniors, sophomores, and freshmen. Each Family typically has around 20 students.
- House Community: Each Family belongs to a larger community known as a “House,” made up of six Families. This multi-level structure ensures that every student is part of a close-knit group while also being connected to a broader community.
- Continuous Support: Students stay in the same Family and with their faculty leader for all four years of high school. This continuity creates a “home base” where students can find consistent support, encouragement, and mentorship.
During House sessions, students engage in a variety of activities such as playing games, participating in service projects, and enjoying meals together. Our aim is to make this time meaningful by focusing on four key pillars: faith, family, food, and fun.
Students had their first experience with their Families this week, and we’re excited to see these bonds grow stronger over the years.
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Value Meals in the BK Cafe!
Did you know that the BK Cafe has a new Value Meal at lunch every day? Value meals are always $4.00. Just like Knight's Meals, Value Meals always include a FREE piece of fruit and carton of milk.
Some examples of Value Meals:
- Chicken Strips, Fruit, and Milk
- A Hotdog, Chips, Fruit, and Milk
- A Burrito, Fruit, and Milk
- A Quesadilla, Fruit, and Milk
Currently, Value Meals are being served in line 4, which is the line furthest from the entrance to the cafetera. Value Meals are a great option for students with smaller appetites, students who are sticking to a budget, or students who buy multiple a la carte items at lunch time.
PRO TIP: Line 4 usually has a shorter line.
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The Bishop Kelly Foundation | |
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Mark your calendar for November 9, 2024, and get ready to make a difference at the Bishop Kelly Foundation's 48th Annual Winner's Choice Dinner & Auction! This highly anticipated event not only promises an evening of celebration and community but also gives one lucky attendee the chance to drive away in a brand-new luxury vehicle, generously donated by the Treasure Valley Ford Dealers.
Sponsorships Now on Sale!
Sponsorships for this premier event are now available, offering a unique opportunity to show your support for Bishop Kelly High School. By becoming a sponsor, you help drive our mission to provide essential funding, support, and scholarships to our students. Join us in supporting this annual event, where all proceeds benefit Bishop Kelly High School. Secure your sponsorship today and be part of an unforgettable evening dedicated to educational excellence and community spirit!
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For more information about the auction, scan the QR Code or call 208-323-4789.
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Direct Admission to Idaho's Public Colleges and Universities | |
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Changes have been recently made to Direct Admissions for our in state colleges. With this new policy, students who have at least a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0 will be admitted to all eight Idaho public institutions. Students who have at least a 2.25 GPA, will be eligible to be admitted to Idaho’s four community colleges, along with Idaho State, and Lewis-Clark State College.
Below will be admission links to the University of Idaho and Boise State. These universities are our most popular in state choices, so it is good to know their new requirements. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student’s counselor.
University of Idaho:
https://www.uidaho.edu/admissions/apply/first-year/admission-requirements/gpa-and-test-scores
Boise State:
https://www.boisestate.edu/admissions/apply/resident/
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Educational Travel Opportunities For BK Students | |
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Crump's World War Tour
Spring Break 2025
Interested in World War II history? Join Mr. Crump and Mr. Grant for a tour of World War I & II Europe. We will be traveling to places like Belgium, Luxembourg, and France. You can walk the forests of Bastogne and see the fox holes still present from the Battle of the Bulge. We will visit the American cemetery at Omaha Beach and tour the Abbey at Mount St. Michel to name just a few of the historic stops on our tour. Go to the attached link below for more information. Space is limited so sign up today. Email Mr. Crump at lcrump@bk.org if you have any questions.
Learn More About the Trip
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New York City and the Arts!
Spring Break 2025
Come to a meeting to learn more about this trip! All trip information will be presented.
Thursday, August 29th
at 6:00 PM
in Room 102 at BK
You MUST RSVP to attend the meeting. Please CLICK HERE TO RSVP by Wednesday, August 28th. If you are not able to attend the meeting but are interested in this trip please go see Mrs. Hopper Kelly ASAP!
Learn More about the Trip
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Spring Break 2025 in Costa Rica!
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 my room 113 or ask any Spanish teacher or Biology teacher for a brochure and a recommendation form.
You will need two recommendations from two different teachers, and an acknowledgement form. The investment for this once in a lifetime trip is $3,290. This price is good until April 30 th 2024. Please visit our website to learn more about this amazing trip.
Please email me if you have further questions. mperea@bk.org
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Someone lost their fluffy friend on campus this week. He was waiting patiently on the sidewalk in front of the school. We moved him inside. You can find him in the lost and found. He'll be so glad to see you! | |
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REMINDER - Each Bishop Kelly Athlete must complete a Participation Permission Form each school year. Additionally, BK Athletes must have a Sports Physical each school year.
Please follow these steps to complete this annual requirement:
1) Print the BK Heath Examination and Consent Form found at www.bkathletics.org/forms
2) Take it with you to your Sports Physical so that your physician can fill it out and sign it.
3) Review the Concussion Management Plan, Concussion Parent Handout, and Concussion Education and Training video found Here.
4) Review the Welcome Letter
5) Click on the BK Knight image below to create your dragonfly athletic account, complete the Participation Permission Form, and upload your completed and signed Health Examination and Consent Form online.
For Step-by-Step guide to setting up your account and uploading paperwork click the link: Step-by-Step Parent Guide
***birth certificate and immunization records DO NOT need to be uploaded on Dragonfly***
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The Jimmy Driscoll Fun Run is 20 years old! Celebrate Jimmy, and his namesake event by signing up to run or walk with your family and friends on August 24th! | |
Order Yearbooks Now for the Best Price! | |
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The lowest price for a BK Yearbook is $68.00, and runs through September 13th. Prices go up incrementally throughout the fall. Order online now at Jostens.com!
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Attendance Office Procedures | |
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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
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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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