If your student is planning to walk in the ceremony, please read all the information.
• Bret Harte Graduation Practice (MANDATORY) and Senior Breakfast at 8:30–10:30 am on Wednesday, May 27th. Meet on the football field bleachers.
• Bret Harte Graduation Practice (MANDATORY) at 8:30-10:30 am Thursday, May 28th. Meet on the football field bleachers.
• Possible (If deemed necessary) Bret Harte Graduation Practice at 8:30-10:30 am on May 29th. Meet on the football field bleachers.
• Bret Harte Union High School's Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM on Dorroh Field. Gates will open promptly at 6:30 PM. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. No ticket required.
• If you have not purchased a cap and gown, loaner cap and gowns will be provided by appointment. See D’Laine in the Front Office.
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2026!” Questions, email Ms. Fitzgerald at dfitzgerald@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us or call 209 736-2507.
ATHLETIC UPDATE: Tennis will host Riverbank on Tuesday, April 28 at 3:30 PM in Angels Camp. This is a rescheduled match from March 31. Stay up-to-date on game schedules at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/events. GO BULLFROGS! | Photo courtesy of Calaveras Enterprise: Sports.
POSTPONED >>> Leadership's Mud Volleyball Tournament scheduled for this Saturday, April 25 at 11:00 AM at Frogtown has been postponed. Stay current on Leadership events at https://www.instagram.com/thepondnation. || MUD VOLLEYBALL: Bret Harte Leadership is hosting a Mud Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, April 25th at Frogtown Arena in Angels Camp. Scan the QR code on the form to sign up, or go to https://forms.gle/pbXukKL5tGgd9Tcx9. Cost is $120 for a team of six or $20 per person, and $5 to watch. The winners of the tournament receive custom-made Mud Volleyball buckles. Tournament begins at 11:00 AM. Teams should arrive at the arena no later than 10:30 AM. This year's belt buckle sponsorships include Bret Harte Volleyball, Motherlode Volleyball Club, Middletons, MVPower, and Meta Services. Questions, stop by RM 37 or email bhleadership@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us.
AP Exam Test Dates:
Tuesday May 5th: 8:00am Human Geography - Room 27 w/Godfrey
Tuesday May 5th: 12:00pm Government - Room 27 w/Godfrey
Wednesday May 6th: 12:00pm Physics 1 - Room 27 w/Godfrey
Monday May 11th: 12:00 Music Theory - Room 27 w/Godfrey
Wednesday May 13th: 8:00am English Language - Room 27 w/Holt
Thursday May 21st: 8:00am English Language - Room 27 w/Godfrey (4 students)
Friday May 22nd: 8:00am Environmental Science - TBD w/Holt
Friday May 22nd: 8:00am Spanish Language - Room 27 w/Godfrey
Please arrive NO LATER than 7:45 as we need to do pre-administration and it takes quite a while to complete. Tests take up to 3 1/ 2 hours. Please bring the following with you:
Required Items for Digital Testing: You must bring: Testing Device with sufficient charge to enable you to complete the AP Exam.
Prohibited Items: You may not bring prohibited items to the AP Exam. Prohibited items include: Electronic equipment including phones, smartwatches, fitness trackers, wearable technology, cameras, recording or listening devices, or any other type of electronic or communication device. The only exceptions to the above restrictions are laptops or other devices specifically permitted to be used for digital testing. School-owned and school-controlled digital recording devices are allowed only for the AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam. Books, reference guides, notes, compasses, protractors, mechanical pencils, pencils that are not No. 2, correction fluid, dictionaries, highlighters, or colored pencils. Papers of any kind. Scratch paper will be provided. Watches that beep, make a noise, or have an alarm. Computers or calculators that are not approved. Ear plugs.
Please bring a snack and some water.😊 GOOD LUCK!" - Ms. Godfrey
FINAL SHOWS: Don’t miss Bret Harte Drama’s presentation of the Tony Award–winning musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The final two shows are scheduled for tomorrow Thursday, April 23 and Friday, April 24 at 7:00 PM in the Dr. Elliott A. Smart Performing Arts Center. Learn more about the musical comedy at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/article/2780502. The box office will open 45 minutes prior to curtain; seating begins 30 minutes prior. General admission is $12, students and seniors are $5. Cash and card are accepted.
ATHLETIC UPDATE: The Mother Lode League’s Tennis Singles Tournament scheduled for tomorrow Wednesday, April 22 in Angels Camp has been postponed to Thursday, April 23 due to weather. Tournament to begin at 10:00 AM. The League’s Doubles Tournament is still scheduled for 9:00 AM this Friday, April 24 in Angels Camp. Stay up-to-date on game schedules at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/events. GO BULLFROGS! | Photo courtesy of Calaveras Enterprise: Sports.
Additionally, the sheep and goat showmanship day has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 25th at 9am at the sheep co-op. We strongly encourage all exhibiting sheep and goats at the fair to attend! This will count as a project visit and we will be able to get a good weight on your project.
All school farm hog exhibitors are encouraged to attend the showmanship day as well at 10am! If you have any questions, please reach out to your students' species advisors!”
Respectfully,
Bret Harte FFA Officer Team
"Fire Tech opens registration for expanded Kids Fire Camp this summer || Bret Harte's fire tech program annual Kids Fire Camp is scheduled for the month of June this summer. Youth participants will receive an introduction to fire science and it's history, hose lay drills, ladders, hands-only CPR, basic first aid, auto extrication, and water rescue. New this year, is a junior camp designed for 2nd through 4th graders.
The Junior Camp, designed for students entering grades 2 – 4 in the fall of 2026, will run 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM Monday, June 8 through Friday, June 12, 2026. The Kids Camp, designed for students entering grades 5 - 8 in the fall of 2026, will run 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday, June 15 through Friday, June 26, 2026 weekdays. Both camps will take place at the Bret Harte Fire Tech Facility, located in Bret Harte's Sports Complex.
Register at https://bit.ly/BH-KidsFireCamp. A Gmail account is required to register. Space is limited. Junior Camp cost is $225 per participant, and Kids Camp post is $325 per participant. Participants will receive a program t-shirt, hat, and more. Vouchers are available. Check with your current school of record for voucher details.
Read more at https://aptg.co/b4jl49/ Questions can be directed to Mr. Parks at jparks@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us."
We’ll cover:
• How to build the habits and environment students need to finish strong.
• Setting healthy tech boundaries for better sleep and focus.
• Simple ways to support your student, without being the “study police.”
• The Spring Finals schedule and how requirements vary across courses.
We hope you can join us! Questions, contact Colleen Gavan at cgavan@bhuhsd.net.
YEARBOOK: "This year only happens once. Order a yearbook today! Dear Bret Harte Parents: Make sure that you reserve a Bret Harte yearbook. We are already 80% sold out. You do not want to wait, or you may miss your chance. We sell out every year, don't miss out. Click HERE [>>> https://yearbookordercenter.com/?event=general.displayLanding&jobnumber=6063] Reserve a copy today.
If you don't want to pay online, you can purchase it in two different ways: 1) Go to Mr. Burita's room, room #24, and pay for a yearbook ($85 cash or check). 2) Go see Ms. Sugar in the office and put it on your Bret Harte account. Please, email Mr. Burita @ jburita@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us if you have any questions.
Do it soon. Time is running out to reserve a yearbook. Thanks for supporting yearbook!" - Bret Harte Yearbook Staff
ATHLETICS: Mark your calendars for the annual Sports Physicals Event scheduled for Wednesday, May 20 at the James Dalton Medical Office in Angels Camp. Event begins at 4:00 PM with open registration. First come, first serve. Free to current and incoming Bret Harte students in the 2026-27 school year. Parent/guardian must attend with the student athlete if under 18 years of age. More details can be found at https://5il.co/3bbdw. Athletic registration opens one week before the event or May 13. This event is made possible by the generosity of the medical providers and staff at Dignity Health's James Dalton Medical Clinic. Questions can be directed to athleticdirector@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us or 209 736-8348. || Photos courtesy of Calaveras Enterprise: Sports.
