At about the same time that the Class of 2020 was entering kindergarten, planning for a new high school facility in Blaine got underway. As those same students began their senior year of high school, at the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year, the new facility was finally completed. After failed bond initiatives in 2008 and 2011, voters overwhelmingly supported... READ MORE >
The Mobile Dental Program is coming again to the Blaine School District to provide screening and dental care services to students! This is a free supplemental service for all children and includes screenings, sealants and fluoride. There is no cost to families, and the dental services occur at school. In order to take advantage of this incredible program, simply... READ MORE >
21st Century community learning centers program We are excited to announce that Blaine School District has recently received a 21st Century Grant for our Primary and Elementary Schools! One component of this grant is a free Kindergarten-5th grade after school program, titled Blaine Thrives. The purpose of this program is to strengthen bonds with students... READ MORE >
In an effort to continually provide a safe environment for students and staff and to effectively respond to emergencies, Blaine School District has adopted the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) developed by the I Love U Guys Foundation. Our staff have already been trained on this protocol and our students will be introduced to it this month. The SRP provides... READ MORE >
Are you a high school student or adult that lives or works in the Blaine/Birch Bay/Point Roberts area? The Health Department, in collaboration with Blaine School District and Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives, is re-administering the community survey that was first done last year. There are a few new questions this year and it is open to all residents high school age or... READ MORE >
The Blaine School District Board of Directors took action on August 26 to form a Facility Rental Fee Review Committee for the purpose of exploring the impact of the new fee schedule on community-based users of school facilities. Directors Laura McKinney and Todd Berge will participate as members of the committee, along with Dr. Christopher Granger and Facilities... READ MORE >
At the Board's meeting on Monday, August 26, outgoing Superintendent Ron Spanjer was recognized for his 13 years of service to the students, staff, and community of Blaine School District. Dr. Spanjer leaves a legacy of tireless dedication and commitment to the education of our youth. At the end of that meeting, Board President John Freal administered the Oath of... READ MORE >
Teachers from BES and BPS were working and learning together at our district Literacy Institute last week. The 2019-2020 school year marks the final transition year to full implementation of the Fountas & Pinnell Classroom materials. We are so excited about providing our students with an aligned, coherent, meaningful and joyful learning experience in literacy!... READ MORE >
As the start of the 2019-2020 school year approaches, the Blaine School District Family Service Center, as in previous years, would like to provide backpacks full of school supplies to our low-income, foster, and homeless students. This service is provided only by the donations from our amazing community. If you would like to donate supplies – backpacks,... READ MORE >
After considering feedback from staff, leaders, and the community, the Board of Directors unanimously voted on August 12 to offer the position of Superintendent to Christopher Granger, pending the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Thank you to all stakeholders who took the time to participate in this process. We are excited to welcome Chris and his... READ MORE >
Blaine School District will be hosting a Back to School Fair on Wednesday, August 21st, in the High School Gymnasium from 4:00-7:00pm. This exciting event was a great success in December of 2018, and the District is now providing this opportunity prior to the beginning of school this year so that our families can come and learn about resources available in our... READ MORE >
The Blaine School Board has now completed an extensive process of reviewing updates to the District's policy on Use of School Facilities. The process started in February of this year with a public work session where there was extensive discussion regarding the availability of Blaine School District facilities for community use. Over the course of the past five... READ MORE >
At the July 29, 2019 meeting, the final 2018-19 Comprehensive Plan document was presented to the Blaine School District Board of Directors detailing progress on improvement plans for the 2018-19 school year. The document also includes 2019-20 Focus Areas to ensure that the District's work will continue to be carried forward. The Comprehensive Plan addresses... READ MORE >
The Board of Directors met on July 22 to review applications for the position of superintendent. After nearly three hours of discussing an applicant pool of multiple qualified candidates, the Board took action, in open session, on the acceptance of four semifinalists for the first round of interviews to take place on Saturday, August 10. Information regarding the... READ MORE >
On July 10th, the Blaine School District completed its preliminary budget for the 2019-2020 school year. A budget summary is on file at the district administrative office at 765 H Street and a hard copy will be furnished to any person requesting one. An electronic copy of the summary can be viewed by clicking the link here or by navigating to the Budget Information... READ MORE >
The Blaine School District submitted an application for a 21st Century Grant in May of 2019. The 21st Century Grant is a federally funded program facilitated in the state of Washington by OSPI (Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction). This extensive application process was completed through a collaborative effort between district staff, Birch Bay Blaine... READ MORE >
Please see flyers linked below for information about food programs that will be happening in our community this summer. All students are welcome to attend!!Boys & Girls Club Summer Food ProgramBirch Bay Summer Community Meals READ MORE >
Blaine School District's Board of Directors is currently in the first phase of searching for a new superintendent. At their Special Meeting on May 17, the Board selected Rich Parker, from the consultant firm McPherson & Jacobson, to guide this process. The Board met with Mr. Parker in a Special Meeting on May 20 for the purpose of discussing their own criteria for... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, May 15, a Blaine High School student refused to follow a directive from administrative staff, and ultimately physically assaulted (punched) a campus supervision employee. Blaine Police responded, and the student was taken into custody where the student remains at this time. Late Wednesday evening, the Blaine Police Department was made aware of... READ MORE >
Dr. Ronald Spanjer has announced his decision to retire effective September 1, 2019, following 36 years in K-12 education, including 13 years as Blaine School District's Superintendent. Over the next four months, Dr. Spanjer will remain committed to retaining Superintendent level leadership responsibilities, as the Board moves forward with consideration and formal... READ MORE >
Blaine High School senior Alexandra Hao was selected to attend the 2nd Annual Washington State STEM Signing Day presented by Boeing. This event took place at the State Capital Building in Olympia on Friday, April 12. Alexandra will be attending University of Washington, pursuing a degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry. Congratulations, Alexandra! READ MORE >
Click here to read Amy Page's Whatcom Talk article regarding the Blaine High School remodel. READ MORE >
Blaine High School's Knowledge Bowl team traveled to Yakima to compete in the State tournament on Saturday, March 23rd. Answering general knowledge questions in Jeopardy-style team rounds, Blaine's own team of five students battled in one written round and three oral rounds. Seniors Jo Latta and Alexandra Hao along with juniors Dylan Burnett, Charles Streeter, and... READ MORE >
Blaine School District uses Kindergarten Registration information to plan activities in the Spring (like Getting Ready for Kindergarten Night – a fun and informational night full of giveaways!) and for the Fall. Don’t miss out! Kindergarten Registration, Part 2 will be Thursday, April 11, 2019, from 4-7pm at the Blaine Primary School Office. There will be office... READ MORE >
We are pleased to announce an opportunity for the community to enjoy an incredible music performance by the Soshin Girls School student band from Yokohama, Japan. Since 2003, the Blaine High School wind ensemble has visited Japan five times, and this will be the Soshin Girls School’s second visit to Blaine. This group of talented young musicians will be hosted by... READ MORE >
Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed March 18-24 as School Retirees Appreciation Week. Retired educators in the Blaine School District continue to support education by filling many critical roles in our school system as both volunteers and substitutes. We appreciate their ongoing dedication to the success of all students! READ MORE >
With the significant increase in absences due to illness, we want to remind everyone that we have attendance hotlines that can be called to excuse your child's absence. Please leave a detailed message regarding symptoms so we can appropriately track illness trends. It is important to keep your child home until 24 hours after fever subsides without the use of... READ MORE >
The Blaine School District's Board of Directors has the following three positions open for election on November 5, 2019. Director District 1: includes Point Roberts and downtown BlaineDirector District 2: includes areas east and southeast of BlaineDirector District 4: includes the area south of Blaine and parts of east Birch Bay These open positions are four-year... READ MORE >
On Monday, March 11, 2019 six of Jennifer Wright's Blaine High School Biology students presented research results from investigations in and around Cain Creek, Dakota Creek, and Lincoln Park to the Blaine City Council. The students informed the council about the importance and benefits of improving the biodiversity and riparian area around Cain Creek and gained the... READ MORE >
Kindergarten registration for the 2019-20 school year begins on March 14 at the Blaine School District Administration Office at 765 H Street from 10am until 7pm. Children turning five years old on or before August 31, 2019 are eligible to enter kindergarten for the 2019-20 school year. The following documents are required for registration: A copy of the child's... READ MORE >
Everyday as parents and community members, we face the significant challenge of providing safety and stability for our children. One of the most important ways we can do this is by modeling and teaching them to navigate the Internet in a meaningful and intentional way. Our teachers and staff are continually working to support your work at home in this department... READ MORE >
Blaine School District, in partnership with the Whatcom County Health Department is pleased to announce we will be offering a free training, Youth Mental Health First Aid on Thursday, March 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, school staff, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent who is experiencing... READ MORE >
With the extended number of days lost to inclement weather during the month of February, five (5) to date in our case, Whatcom County school districts are starting the process of projecting calendar implications. Blaine School District's 2018-19 calendar calls for the first three days lost to be made up on June 14, 17, and 18, which is what we anticipate at this... READ MORE >
Recently, three Blaine High School Band students performed solos at the San Juan Music Educators Association Regional Senior Solo & Ensemble Festival at Bellingham High School. Timothy Schrader, senior tuba player, Sydney Thrall, junior bassoon player, and Stephanie Boczek, freshman alto saxophone player all gave outstanding performances. Tim and Sydney both placed... READ MORE >
At their February 25 meeting, the School Board approved the base calendar for the 2019-2020 school year. The first day of school will take place on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 with the final day of school set for Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Winter Break will run from December 23, 2019 through January 3, 2020. Spring Break will take place from April 6-10, 2020. Late... READ MORE >
Five Blaine High School athletes were recognized at the February 25 School Board Meeting for exemplary sportsmanship during the Winter athletic season. These student athletes were identified by their coaches for this level of recognition.Aidan Button, Boys WrestlingJosie Delgadillo, Girls WrestlingAdam Vega, Boys BasketballEmma Mulryan, Girls BasketballShelby... READ MORE >
The Blaine School District Board of Directors will hold a work session from 5:30-6:30pm on Monday, February 25 for the purpose of reviewing existing language and recommended adjustments to Policy 4260 Use of School Facilities, as well as its accompanying procedure and fee schedule. The Board will then entertain comments and concerns from those patrons in attendance... READ MORE >
The following resource links are provided to help parents understand the facts and associated health risks related to e-cigarette use among teens. In addition to the many other issues that today's youth face on a day-to-day basis, e-cigarette use has risen to an epidemic level across the nation, and many teens have dangerous misperceptions that lead them to believe... READ MORE >
Because of recent media coverage related to measles in other regions of Washington state, we wanted to post a general reminder of Blaine School District's policy related to immunizations. Keeping our students and staff safe is a top priority. All of our schools give vaccination information at registration, and all of our students/families and staff are asked to... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the Borderite Wrestlers for winning the District Championship on Saturday, February 2nd, in Sedro-Woolley. Blaine had 14 boys and 1 girl qualify for the Regional Tournament this Saturday, February 9. Borderite regional qualifiers were: Adam Macauley, Alex Mercado, Jack Cheatham, Alex Hall, George Cheatham, Ethan Deming, Aidan Button, Colton... READ MORE >
Blaine School District will be hosting two upcoming training opportunities through the Birch Bay Blaine Thrives initiative. On Wednesday, January 30, a presentation will take place in the High School Theater from 5:30-8:00pm on “Teens and Risk Taking”. Counselor and educator Kate Haskell will talk about the exciting time of adolescence and brain development. A... READ MORE >
Although sudden cardiac arrest in teens is rare, undetected heart defects place otherwise healthy youth at risk. PeaceHealth will be offering noninvasive screening, free for students ages 14-24, at Blaine High School from 8am-4pm on Thursday, March 21st. To register your student for this screening, please complete the Heart Health Survey and return it to Jodi... READ MORE >
Blaine Middle School recently received a Gold Star Award from the Washington Student Achievement Council for signing up 85% of eligible students in the Class of 2022 for College Bound Scholarships. Along with 287 schools across the State of Washington, Blaine Middle School was recognized by Governor Jay Inslee for exceeding the state sign-up rate of 70 percent.... READ MORE >
Are you interested in referring a student for REACH, Blaine School District’s Highly Capable Program? Click here to get the Parent, Community, and Self Referral form and submit it to the student’s school office by February 15. READ MORE >
Throughout 2018, Blaine School District has partnered with the State Department of Health in voluntarily testing school water fixtures for the presence of lead. Testing in the Primary and Elementary schools took place earlier this year and confirmed that all drinking water fountains and bubblers are within the EPA's water quality guidelines. Any sink faucets at or... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, December 5, your high school blood drive registered a total of 42 donors! We welcomed 24 first-time-donors to the Bloodworks Northwest family – new donors, we hope it was a positive experience for you and that you will consider becoming a life-long blood donor! We were able to collect 32 units of whole blood. Since each unit of whole blood is... READ MORE >
The Whatcom County Health Department has committed staff, consultants, and some project funding for a Birch Bay-Blaine Thrives planning initiative. This community-driven, representative group has been working since summer on setting a healthy vision for the Birch Bay, Blaine, and Pt. Roberts communities so that all children, youth, and families can thrive. Existing... READ MORE >
It’s almost winter break! Staff and students are excited as we approach the holidays and some time off. People begin to appreciate the little things during the winter. This might include the picturesque icy sunrise over Mount Baker in the early mornings. When skiers and snowboarders see this, they can’t wait to get up to the mountain. Families are planning... READ MORE >
At their November 26 meeting, the Blaine School District Board of Directors adopted the 2018-19 Comprehensive Plan which outlines goals for program improvement at both the district and school levels. This Plan addresses specific ongoing academic goals and related action plans, as well as the issues of Community Engagement and Relationship Building, Social-Emotional... READ MORE >
Blaine School District will be hosting the first annual Family Resource Fair on Wednesday, December 5th, in the High School Cafeteria from 5:00-7:30pm. This exciting event will provide an opportunity for our families to come and learn about resources available in our community. There will be many local organizations on site to discuss opportunities and support for... READ MORE >
Parents and patrons in the community are invited to join Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Sally, Schroeder and the whole PEANUTS gang in our new High School Little Theater as the Blaine High School Drama Club proudly presents the comedic musical, “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown!” based on Charles Schultz’ beloved comic strip. There are only four shows,... READ MORE >
In observance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, a variety of educational activities are taking place this week throughout our campus. Blaine Primary School students have been participating in a variety of literacy activities, including reading about military service, writing thank you notes, and making a “Hero Sandwich” book. The Elementary School’s annual... READ MORE >
It’s 8:10 on a Friday morning in the heart of Blaine. Students arrive, entering through the glass doors of the cafeteria. They go inside to find their friends, socializing before starting their day. It comes up on 8:15 when Vice Principal Vezzetti calls out “Head to class!” A rush of students floods the new narrow halls. The bell rings at 8:20, then moments later,... READ MORE >
UPDATE 11/2/18: Blaine High School's Volleyball Team won both matches in the District 1/2 Tournament on November 1st. With these victories, the team qualified for the upcoming State Tournament at St. Martin's College in Lacey which takes place on November 9 and 10. Preliminary to the State Tournament, the Borderites will return to Sammamish High School for a match... READ MORE >
Substitutes are an important part of our family of dedicated educators. The Blaine School District is currently looking for new substitutes to work throughout the district in both certificated and classified positions. Often this is the first position that individuals hold prior to becoming a regular employee, and is a great way to gain experience and to... READ MORE >
Blaine School District will be hosting a 4-night workshop in November for caregivers of Primary and Elementary students. The workshop will take place in the Blaine Primary School multi-purpose room and will be co-facilitated by our School Counselors, Craig Robinson and Sarah Point-Moore, and Primary School Behavior Specialist, Lori Robison. We will present the... READ MORE >
The Blaine Borderite Football Team competed against the Anacortes Seahawks, in Anacortes, on Friday, October 19. This was the final regular season game of the year. With a decisive victory in Anacortes, the Borderites move on to the District Playoffs with a game against Mountlake Terrace High School on Friday, October 26, starting at 5:00pm at the Edmonds... READ MORE >
On Tuesday, October 30th, Blaine School District will host a sexual abuse prevention training for staff and community members. The "Stewards of Children" workshop will be facilitated by Andrea Harrison of Brigid Collins Family Support Center from 3:00-5:00pm in the Blaine Middle School Cafeteria. Anyone interested in participating may pre-register at... READ MORE >
The Community Assistance Program (CAP) will be holding its Winter Coat Distribution in October. This program includes more than just coats. Hats, gloves, and socks will also be available. Thanks to generous donations from our community, families in need are encouraged to come and get ready for winter temperatures. There are two dates for daytime distribution (Oct.... READ MORE >
With the first two phases of construction complete at Blaine High School, parents and patrons are invited to tour the facility on Friday, October 12. Guided tours will be provided every 15 minutes from 5:00-6:15pm. Visitors are also invited to stay for the Homecoming Chili Feed, sponsored by the Blaine Booster Club, starting at 5:00pm in the new cafeteria ($5 per... READ MORE >
The Mobile Dental Program is coming back to the Blaine School District to provide screening and dental care services to students! This is a free supplemental service for all children and includes screenings, sealants and fluoride. There is no cost to families, and the dental services occur at school. Families are encouraged to embrace this wonderful free... READ MORE >
On September 17, fifteen Blaine School District counselors, administrators, psychologists, nurses and health teachers participated in a Signs of Suicide (SOS) training. SOS is a nationally recognized, evidence based program that supports schools and communities in their suicide prevention efforts by providing specific information about mental health needs, warning... READ MORE >
Families are encouraged to read OSPI's recent news release regarding application for Free & Reduced Lunch programs. Click here to read the article on OSPI's website. READ MORE >
Blaine School District is in the process of completing preliminary design work for the new grandstand structure at Blaine High School. Interested staff and patrons are invited to attend a meeting on Thursday, September 20, beginning at 5:30pm, in the District boardroom, at 765 H Street. At that time, the District's architect will review the key elements of the... READ MORE >
September is Attendance Awareness Month! Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student's academic success starting in kindergarten and continuing through high school. Even as children grow older and more independent, families play a key role in making sure students get to school safely every day and understand why attendance is so important for success... READ MORE >
Blaine School District has a new website and mobile app! From the website or the app you can quickly read district and school news, find school events, check sports schedules, browse lunch menus, and stay informed. You can also receive notifications right on your mobile device when breaking news occurs. Please download the app today from the App Store or Google... READ MORE >
New electronic door locking systems have been installed at three of our schools, and the software system is now being tested and calibrated. We anticipate that the critical features will be operational for the first day of school. These systems, including cameras and a "buzz in" feature at main entry points, are now in place at Blaine Primary School, Blaine... READ MORE >
Over the past few years, we have experienced an increase in the number of students being dropped off in the morning along the sidewalk adjacent to the Middle School. We witness cars and buses competing for what is designated as a bus lane, resulting in dangerous situations, especially for pedestrians. In the new school year, specifically in the mornings, only... READ MORE >
It has been a very busy summer on the main campus of the Blaine School District. With completion of the second phase of construction at Blaine High School, staff and students will return on August 29 with access to 19 new classrooms. This is most certainly a very pronounced milestone and, although there are still a few details to address, it is wonderful to have... READ MORE >
In the Spring of 2016, random water samples were tested for lead content throughout Blaine School District, with an emphasis on kitchen area faucets, stand alone drinking fountains and fixtures at the end of water lines. At that time, all samples collected were found to be well below the EPA threshold (upper limit) of 20ppb (parts per billion). In 2018, the... READ MORE >
Here we are, already into the month of August and the 2018 to 2019 school year is on the horizon. As in previous years, the Blaine School District Family Service Center will provide backpacks full of school supplies to our low-income, foster and homeless students. The Family Service Center is in need of school supply donations. If you would like to donate... READ MORE >
The Board of Directors of Blaine School District will hold a worksession on Thursday, August 16, from 12:00-5:00 p.m. This worksession will be facilitated by Colleen Miller, Washington State School Directors Association’s Director of Leadership Development Services. The purpose of this worksession is to review an analysis of the School Board’s self-assessment... READ MORE >
At the July 30, 2018 meeting, the final 2017-18 Comprehensive Plan document was presented to the Blaine School District Board of Directors detailing progress on improvement plans for the 2017-18 school year. The Comprehensive Plan addresses specific ongoing academic goals and related action plans as well as the issues of student discipline and attendance,... READ MORE >
In partnership with the Whatcom County Health Department, Blaine School District has been working towards the formation of a broad, community-based, prevention network to enhance collaboration and ongoing planning for the social-emotional needs of our youth. The strategic planning initiative, known as Blaine Thrives, will set a healthy vision for the community to... READ MORE >
The Blaine School District administration has been diligently working on budget planning for the 2018-19 school year. Click on links below to view updates that have been provided to the Board of Directors during this process. May 23, 2018 Budget Planning WorksessionJune 25, 2018 Regular Meeting On July 10th, the Blaine School District completed its preliminary... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our 2017-2018 Classified Employee of the Year, Laura Aosved, who was honored on the last day of school at the annual Employee Recognition Tea. In both the District's Special Education Preschool and the Kaleidoscope play and learn program, Laura demonstrates great passion for the needs of students who have a variety of abilities and challenging... READ MORE >
The popular show titled "13 Reasons Why" has returned to Netflix for a second season. While the show appeals to middle and high school aged viewers, its content is rated for mature audiences and references suicide, violence and other adult themes. Blaine School District does not encourage or discourage (nor does it endorse) the viewing of this television series.... READ MORE >
Blaine School District is pleased to announce that Nicole Roetcisoender has been selected as 2017-2018 Teacher of the Year. Nicole was recommended by multiple peers at Blaine High School who identified her as a strong leader in the high school's science department, as well as an empathetic and caring advocate for all students. As a National Board Certified... READ MORE >