Blaine School District's Board of Directors met this evening to discuss the reopening plan for the 2020-2021 school year, in light of recent recommendations from Whatcom County's Department of Health and new information from Governor Inslee. Although recommendations are leaning towards starting the year with online remote learning, the directors ultimately decided... READ MORE >
Join Dr. Granger for a virtual community question and answer session on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. He is committed to open and honest communication with the community, and he will stay online until each question has been addressed. Please click this URL to join. https://zoom.us/j/95157353698?pwd=YURXN2QybWVtOVQxaFFLV0t4MEFydz09 Passcode: 411754 Or join... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger's weekly message has been posted on our COVID-19 Info & Updates page. His message includes important new information for families who might be considering a switch to home schooling for the 2020-2021 school year. READ MORE >
Blaine School District is presenting more than one learning model for the 2020-2021 school year, a hybrid learning model that consists of alternating weeks or online only. A full description of both learning models can be found on the COVID-19 Information & Updates page, in the Health Services section of our website. At this time we are asking families to decide... READ MORE >
Visit our COVID-19 Info & Updates page for Dr. Granger's Community Message for July 24, 2020. Tonight's message includes some childcare resources, including a link to a survey from the Boys and Girls Club of Whatcom County's Blaine club. READ MORE >
Visit our COVID-19 Info & Updates page for a new message from Dr. Granger regarding school reopening for the 2020-2021 school year. As things are rapidly evolving, he remains committed to communicating with our students, staff, families and community and will continue to issue updates on a regular basis. https://www.blainesd.org/covid-19-info-and-updates READ MORE >
We know our families still have lots of questions about the 2020-2021 School Year, and we are committed to making ourselves available to answer them. Join Dr. Granger Monday, July 13, 2020 for a virtual question and answer session. Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join.... READ MORE >
Good evening students, staff, families and community, I am writing this evening to let you know that we as a district have been made aware of comments made on social media by former district students that have raised concerns within our community. In particular, we have recently received concerns from community members that acts of discrimination or harassment may... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger has delivered a message regarding Blaine School District's tentative schedule and reopening plan for the 2020-2021 school year. You can view his video message below or click here to visit our COVID-19 Info & Updates page to read the full text. READ MORE >
Here is what we know about the start of the 2020-2021 school year as of 9:00 P.M., Friday, June 19, 2020; Schools have been told to reopen, with 6 ft of social distancing between students in a classroom settingThe size of our classrooms create a limitation of anywhere from 10-15 students with social distancing appliedThe above means a hybrid model of learning will... READ MORE >
Join Dr. Granger for a virtual community question and answer session tonight, Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. He'll share the most up to date information about the 2020-2021 school year and answer your questions. Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join.... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger's final weekly message of the 2019 - 2020 school year has been posted on our COVID-19 Info & Updates page. Click here to view his message. Dr. Granger will also be hosting a virtual Community Question and Answer session on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. Please click here to join the meeting. Password: 499375 Or join by phone: Dial(for higher... READ MORE >
On Thursday, June 11, 2020 from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. BMS and BHS students will be able to pickup and drop off the below list of items. Please see the below map for specific locations for pick up and drop off. HS Art Projects HS YearbooksMS Yearbooks/ItemsSenior Parent Grad Night ItemsMS/HS Band Uniform/Instrument Return READ MORE >
Dr. Granger's weekly message was delivered by video this week and is available on our YouTube channel, Blaine School District, WA. The written message can also be found on the COVID Information & Updates page of our website, under Health Services. As is the case for all of our web pages, the message can be translated into both Spanish and Russian. ... READ MORE >
Join Dr. Granger for a virtual question and answer period on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. We know that in these times there are sometimes more questions than answers, but Dr. Granger is committed to transparency and regular and consistent communication with our community. Questions can be emailed in advance to questions@blainesd.org or asked in the Q&A box... READ MORE >
We are continuing to plan and prepare for the 2020-2021 school year and are working every day to problem solve the many issues we are all facing. There are still far more questions than answers. However, one thing has been made abundantly clear so far, and that is we should all expect the coming school year to look different than both the start of this year and its... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger's weekly message has been posted on our website's COVID Info & Updates page and includes information about a potential Phase 2 graduation celebration for the Class of 2020. READ MORE >
Good evening Students, Staff, Families and Community, I hope this email finds you doing well and taking good care of yourselves and your family. This weekend the month of May will come to an end, leaving us with just two weeks until graduation and three weeks until the end of this school year for all of our students. The feedback we continue to receive from our... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger's weekly message has been posted to our website's COVID Info & Updates page, under Health Services. It includes information about item pick up and return and a time for graduation plans. Click here to read his message. READ MORE >
Join Dr. Granger for a virtual community Q & A, Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Anyone who would like to may send questions in advance to questions@blainesd.org. A similar meeting specifically for Class of 2020 Seniors and their families will be held Thursday, May 21, 2020. The link for that meeting will be posted Wednesday evening. READ MORE >
Student belongings may be picked up from the school this Tuesday, May 5, 2020 and Wednesday, May 6, 2020 from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. The times have been divided based on the first letter of the last name of the student. Households with students of more than one last name can choose just one of the applicable times; you do not have to come to the supply pick up... READ MORE >
Dr. Granger is hosting a Q&A for the community this evening, Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. via zoom webinar. Anyone joining the meeting will be required to enter their First Name, Last Name, and a valid email address. Participants in the webinar will not have video or audio. You are encouraged to send your questions in advance to... READ MORE >
New Student Online Enrollment is up and running. This is for Kindergarten registration, and students of all ages. Visit our website, under Parents and Students to find the new page with everything you'll need to register. https://www.blainesd.org/new-student-online-enrollment--9For families with students already attending Blaine School District who wish to enroll a... READ MORE >
Superintendent Dr. Christopher Granger shares a message of support for families regarding this new age of distance learning on our YouTube channel, Blaine School District, WA. READ MORE >
Friday, April 17, 2020 @ 8:20 P.M. (20:20), Blaine School District will join WIAA, and schools all across the State of Washington, and light its stadium lights for 20 minutes to honor the Senior Class of 2020. This is not a replacement of any potential official commencement ceremony for the class, but rather a chance to join together locally, regionally, and across... READ MORE >
Wednesday, April 15, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Dr. Granger will host a Virtual Supper with the Superintendent. You are invited to send questions in advance by email to questions@blainesd.org. Emails will not be responded to, but Dr. Granger will address each question during the event. You will also have the ability to type questions into the chat box... READ MORE >
Tuesday, March 24, 2020The district is working to determine the logistics of providing childcare for our community's healthcare workers and first responders. If you work in one of these categories and will require childcare, please complete the Childcare Form, found on our website, and send it by email to Julie Butschli as soon as possible. Decisions about staffing... READ MORE >
March 20, 2020 Dear staff, students, families and community, It is hard to believe we are approaching the end of March. So much has changed in our community over this month. We are working hard as a district to meet the needs of students, staff and the community as a whole in the form of meals and planning for childcare. We are also working through what... READ MORE >
Our COVID-19 Nutrition Plan begins with the weekday distribution of meals tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Grab 'n Go meals will be available for pick up between 11:00 am and Noon at the Blaine High School campus, with a drive through option, in the parking lot behind the new grandstands. Meals will also be delivered along bus routes. Children need not be... READ MORE >
The State of Washington has asked school districts to provide childcare for essential services workers, such as healthcare, emergency response and utilities workers. We are preparing to do so, but need your help to best plan. If you are someone who will be in a critical childcare need due to today's closure announcement, please complete our survey. READ MORE >
Blaine School District to close beginning Monday, March 16, 2020 Good afternoon Blaine School District Students, Staff, Families and Community, We know the past few weeks have been stressful for many in our communities because of the continued spread of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. We are grateful to all our students, staff and families... READ MORE >
The following information is from a Washington State Department of Health publication dated March 4, 2020.If you think you have been exposed to someone with laboratory-confirmed COVID-19, follow the steps below to monitor your health and avoid spreading the disease to others if you get sick.What is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?COVID-19 is a respiratory... READ MORE >
March 9, 2020 RE: March 28, 2020 - Washington State Math Champs In light of the increasing risk factors occurring in our state, and the numerous questions we have received from participating State Math Champs teams, Blaine School District is weighing the impacts of postponing or cancelling the 2020 Washington State Math Champs event scheduled for March 28,... READ MORE >
We have created a new web page for Communicable Disease, under Health Services. There is an update there this evening, March 5, 2020, from Dr. Granger regarding COVID-19. Any future updates regarding both COVID-19 and varicella (chickenpox) will be posted here first. https://www.blainesd.org/communicable-disease-information READ MORE >
Dear Staff, Students and Families, As you are aware we are in the heart of the cold and flu season, and we are constantly monitoring the health and safety of our staff and students. In addition to coronavirus we continue to monitor other illness instances as well. We have had a cluster of children who have been diagnosed with chickenpox (varicella) in our district... READ MORE >
A Message from the Superintendent: Good Evening, As we make our way through this evolving, fast-changing situation that surrounds COVID-19, I have decided I would like to err on the side of over-communicating with our staff, students, families and communities. So, although there is nothing new to report as to the status of COVID-19 in our community or even in the... READ MORE >
Potential openings for teachers at all grade levels have been posted for the 2020-2021 school year. Interested applicants should visit our Employment page for more information and to apply. District Program and Facility Highlights: Fountas and Pinnell, Conscious Discipline, Expanding CTE, REACH Highly Capable, AVID, College in the Classroom, New High School... READ MORE >
A message from the superintendent: Good Morning Families, Students, Families and Communit Members, As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to dominate the news, we have experienced an increase in concern being expressed by parents and staff in Blaine School District. I would like to start by assuring our community that I, and members of our staff, have been... READ MORE >
You have navigated the weather-related school closures in January, and potential impacts in February, with patience, and we are grateful. With three weather related closure days behind us, our last day of school is currently scheduled to be Monday, June 15, 2020. Should we experience additional school closures due to weather, that date could change.With this... READ MORE >
Dear Blaine Community, On behalf of the students, staff, and school board I extend my deepest gratitude for your continued support of public education. In supporting our replacement levy you have shown a commitment to our students’ needs and an understanding of the complicated funding issues we face. Thank you for putting the pieces in place for our students.... READ MORE >
You are invited to join Dr. Granger for a town hall style conversation, with a light supper included, at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 10th in the Birch Bay Bible Community Church’s Fireside Room (4460 Bay Rd., Blaine). Thank you to Birch Bay Square Subway and Birch Bay Bible Community Church for co-hosting this event with us. READ MORE >
The Strengethening Families Program is coming to Blaine Middle School beginning Thursday, January 16, 2020. The Strengthening Families Program for Parents and Youth 10-14 Years (SFP) is a nationally recognized curriculum that provides parent, youth and family education. The model is designed to be delivered in local communities for groups of 7-12 families.... 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
TEEN HEART SCREENING - MARCH 21st We have an incredible event happening at Blaine High School for the first time. Doctors, firefighters and nurses will be on site conducting a FREE TEEN HEART SCREENING on March 21st from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for all students and young adults ages 14-24. This screening finds undetected heart conditions and abnormalities reducing the... READ MORE >
Parents, Guardians, and Students In keeping with our vision to build Student Agency and Ownership and create a culture of career and college readiness in our 6 - 8th grade students, we have established three field trips that afford ALL BMS students the opportunity to attend. 6th Grade students will experience the Snow Goose - Marine Vessel by class from April 23... 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 >
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 >
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 >
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 >
Thank you to the parents and guardians who attended the Health Curriculum Overview at BMS tonight, January 8. It was great having representatives from RELATE and DVSAS present to answer questions and share.For all 6th graders and many 7th graders RELATE Health Curriculum is beginning this Thursday, January 10. RELATE focuses on healthy relationships combined with... READ MORE >
BLAINE MIDDLE SCHOOL PRESENTS . . . REGISTER TODAY!!! ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 15 FAMILIES. Fill out the attached registration form and email it to kholley@blainesd.org or return the registration to the Blaine Middle School Office on January 3, 2019, when students return to school. As a middle school, we recognize the importance of families and... 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 >
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 >
BMS Veteran's Day Assembly, November 8, 2018 at 9:00am. Do you have a family member that is a veteran? Here is a chance to honor his or her service to our country. Return the attached form to the middle school office by Wednesday, November 7, 2018.Over the past week, announcements have been made about our veteran's day assembly happening on November 8, 2018, at... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Student lead conferences will be happening November 15, 16, 19, and 20 from 1 - 3:20 pm and on November 15 from 5 - 8 pm. Please schedule your conference on line using YOUR Family Access account (Skyward). The following info will assist you with scheduling but please keep in mind the following items: You MUST log in as THE PARENT (not as the... READ MORE >
Next Tuesday, October 30, we will be having the Rachel's Challenge assembly. Rachel’s Challenge exists to equip and inspire individuals to replace acts of violence, bullying, and negativity with acts of respect, kindness, and compassion. Rachel’s Challenge is based on the life and writings of Rachel Joy Scott who was the first victim of the Columbine school... READ MORE >
Want to attend a field trip with your child? Our *entire school* will be involved in some field trips to the Pickford Film Center coming up in early November, where the students will experience documentary films about youth. We need parent/guardian chaperones on the following dates: --Monday, November 5, from about 8:20 to about 12:00 lunchtime to attend with... READ MORE >
M.S. Weekly Bulletin Oct 8th-12th 2018 Oct 8th Monday B-Day Late Start School begins at 10:20 Boy’s Soccer against Lynden Christian MS at Bender Field at 4:00 7th & 8th Grade Girls Softball against Lynden Christian at Pipeline Field at 4:00 PTSO Meeting at the new STARBUCKS in Blaine at 7:00 Oct 9th... READ MORE >
Blaine Middle School will begin tutoring sessions on October 3, 2018, from 3-4pm in the BMS library. In order to participate, each family needs to complete a Tutoring Agreement (see below). Limited transportation is available. Bus routes are on the second page of the tutoring agreement. Space is limited to twenty-five tutoring spaces for each of the afternoon... 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 >
Blaine Middle School Fundraising for Student Activities Blaine Middle School's Fall Fundraiser started Thursday, September 13, and the kids are excited! The middle school fundraiser supports Cultural, Athletics, Recreational and Social activities for Blaine Middle School students. Some of those include: purchasing, athletic uniforms and equipment, brining in... 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 >
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 >
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 >
MARK YOUR CALENDAR Come to 6th/7th/8th Grade Prep Night WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2018 - 4:30PM-6:30PM in the MIDDLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA Don't wait until the first week of school! Please take advantage of this opportunity to get a head start on important items so that you and your student can start the year informed and prepared. Class schedules and locker... READ MORE >