Feb. 2, 2015 marked an important and exciting day in Bellingham Public Schools (BPS) for two reasons pertaining to early childhood education. Early childhood education is a key strategy in The Bellingham Promise, the district’s strategic plan. Investing in early childhood is vital because of its powerful long-term return for our students and community. On…
Superintendent Dr. Baker spends a day walking in the shoes of students from each grade level.
Students at Happy Valley Elementary School are gaining a better understanding of Chinese culture. Through a partnership with Xiejiwan Primary School in Chongqing, China, teacher Bing “Ice” Yan has joined the Happy Valley staff. Ice works with each classroom once per week teaching the Chinese language and culture. Ice said coming to Happy Valley Elementary School…
Teachers are taking a new approach to professional development at Happy Valley Elementary School. Every Wednesday teachers have the opportunity to meet with mentor Eric Sellereit. Sellereit is a well-known, retired fifth grade teacher from Happy Valley. Prior to retirement, Sellereit moved into a coaching/mentorship role in the district and really enjoyed that experience. He…
District staff members Lavonne Sterling-Chue of Happy Valley Elementary School and Kathie Peterson of Squalicum High School (for leading the work of the Squalicum Health Alliance) were two of 23 recipients recognized at the 2014 Ken Gass Community Building Awards Dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal. Sponsored by the Whatcom Family…
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