Kalama High School Newsletter

The Kalama Chapter of the National Honor Society inducted new members in a virtual ceremony this month. The ceremony was conducted by President, Bethany Lozier, Vice-President, Ruby Jackson, Secretary, Maggie Cruser, Treasurer, Matt Rinard and Advisor, Mr. Josh Reed. Staff members recorded personalized messages for each inductee as a part of the ceremony. The membership was also recognized by Mrs. Heidi Bunker, Principal, for their dedication to academics, leadership and the community. The NHS members and Mr. Reed coordinate annual events for the chapter and our community.

We want to remind families how important it is for your student to attend classes. Students currently have the opportunity to come to school for in person learning 2 days per week. It is essential that students are attending on their scheduled days. Students have asynchronous work on the days they are not in person which is just as important to engage in daily. Attending class is the best way to learn the material and ask questions.

For students who are working at home in a Distance Learning Model (online only), teachers have given students specific requirements to be working directly with teachers for support. These days for attendance are just as important.

If your student is absent from class, please notify the attendance office to clear their absence.

We are pleased that so many of you have been working with your students and teachers all year long on their growth and well-being. We applaud each of your efforts in building a student success network during this challenging time.

Traditionally, in March, we have held Student Led Conferences to highlight our career and college readiness efforts which included 4 year planning and post-secondary planning.

On April 28, we will offer a spring conferencing format similar to the one we used in the fall due to Covid-19 restrictions. Each teacher will offer conferencing formats and opportunities that can be scheduled to meet virtually or in person.

Freshman and Juniors will be hosting Student Led conferences to discuss their 4 year plan and their High School and Beyond Plans. This is an important time for families to discuss or revisit post high school options. Student growth and goal setting is a great focus point for conference conversations.

If your student is struggling 2nd semester, please feel free to reach out to a teacher at anytime to develop plans to support your student. Parents and guardians are essential in student social, emotional and academic support at this time. We understand the commitment and work that is taking as you manage other responsibilities. Our counseling department can assist with this support and resources needs. Don’t hesitate to make these contacts. We want our students and families to thrive.

Staff emails are available on the Kalama High School Webpage in the Staff Directory. Staff email addresses are the first name. full last name @kalama.k12.wa.us. Our school phone number is 360-673-5212.

Mrs. Delker went into each of the 9th grade English classes to discuss student 4 year planning. She reviewed the credits needed to graduate from Kalama High School and the opportunities they have to take college credits here on campus. Students will be researching their career interests and thinking about their personal pathway. They will choose if they are on a path towards a 4 year college, a 2 year college, a military branch, or an apprenticeship/vocational path. Each student began to map out the classes they are interested in taking for 10th-12th grade.

Students in 8th, 10th, and 11th grade will also work on their High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) as well as forecasting for the courses they want to take for next year.

We are continuing to host HS students Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday to work in our Internet Cafe if a student needs access to the internet on their asynchronous days. Reservations for the Internet Cafe will be taken weekly. Check with the front office or with Mrs. Bunker to reserve a spot.

Students who did not meet standard to complete a course during Semester 1 were given an NC or F on their report card. The Incomplete/F grade need to be reconciled in order to earn credit. Teachers have given students the information they need to complete the course. Letters were mailed home on 3/16 to families as well.

It is important to make sure students are doing what is needed in order to receive credit for the course(s). Please contact teacher(s) from First Semester if you need assistance grade.

Schedule time on asynchronous days to work in the building with Ms. Geiger for extra support. deb.geiger@kalama.k12.wa.us.

Please visit the KHS counseling website for a full list of available scholarships.

SCHOLARSHIP LIST 2020-21

KHS Athletes are back in action and now you can Stream Chinook Sports Live! Subscribe to NFHS Network to be able to watch a majority of home and away sporting events online. Go to www.nfhsnetwork.com to subscribe. The monthly fee is $10.99 for unlimited viewing.

For more information on team schedules, please visit our website at Kalama - Team Home Kalama Chinooks Sports.

All clothing must cover all undergarments, cover midriffs, not be too low cut in the front and have no see through material. Pajamas are prohibited. Clothing, including masks, which have obscene, suggestive, or profane slogans or statements shall not be worn. What is or is not considered suggestive or profane rests with the administration. Clothing/masks which advertises or promotes tobacco products, alcohol, drugs, or gang affiliation shall not be worn. All clothing for any student must have high armpits. The dress code expectations listed apply during both distance learning and in person on school grounds.

All staff, students, and visitors on campus are required to wear masks. Masks are to securely cover over the nose and under the chin.

Email: heidi.bunker@kalama.k12.wa.us
Website: kalamaschools.org
Location: 548 China Garden Road, Kalama, WA, USA
Phone: 360-673-5212
Facebook: facebook.com/KalamaHighSchool
Twitter: @nooknation