If your student is planning to walk in the ceremony, please read all the information:
• Vallecito Commencement Ceremony Practice is 9:00 am on Tuesday morning, May 26th (subject to Change)
• Students meet in the MPR promptly at 9am and the practice will take about 90 minutes.
• VHS Commencement Ceremony is May 27th at 6:00pm in Dr. Elliott A. Smart Performing Arts Center @ 323 S Main St Angels Camp CA 95221. No tickets required for admission, seating is on a first come, first serve basis.
• Students need to be in the MPR at 5:15 the night of the ceremony, but families can go straight to the theater.
• Loaner cap/gowns may be provided through Vallecito High School, limited while supplies last.
• Please contact your teacher if you have not already reserved a cap and gown.
We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2026!” Questions, email Ms. Fitzgerald at dfitzgerald@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us or call 209 736-2507.
CLOSURE NOTICE: Dorroh Field and track will be closed to the public beginning Tuesday, May 26 through Monday, June 01 due to the commencement ceremony.* The facility will reopen for public use on Tuesday, June 02.* Questions, please email bhdist@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us. *Updated 05/20/26 2:00 PM.
CLASS OF 2026: Senior Chromebook Returns UPDATE! >>> Senior Chromebook returns have been moved to Tuesday, May 26 during Government/Economics periods in the Learning Center. Seniors, please bring your District-issued Chromebook and any chargers in your possession to school. Be sure the device is CLEAN and CHARGED! Remove all stickers. Replacement fees will be posted for any devices not returned by the end of the day on Tuesday. Devices returned after Tuesday’s senior Chromebook returns, must be brought to Ms. Hungerford in the Learning Center. Payment of fees and associated questions can be directed to Ms. Sugar in the school office. Chromebook returns will not be accepted on Friday, May 22. Questions, contact Tech. (Updated 05/21/26 4:00 PM.)
CLASS OF 2026: Senior Chromebook returns will be handled differently this year than in previous years. Seniors will be required to return their District-issued Chromebook and corresponding charger during their English period at the end of the third week in May. This school year that lands on Wednesday, May 20 and/or Thursday, May 21. Refer to your student email for what to expect. Questions, email tech@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us.
MAY IS MHAM! Join us next week for a variety of activities during lunch and break for Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM). We have something going on every day!
Monday: Therapy Dogs!
Tuesday: Spin the Wheel - Play Myth v. Fact, Win swag!
Wednesday: Music in the Quad: What's your Feel Good Song?
Thursday: Move to Feel Good! Walk & talk around campus-- get a stamp for each lap.
Friday: Day on the Green: Positive Post-its & Henna.
Every time you participate you'll be entered into a raffle for either a sweatshirt or a "Finals Survival Kit". Questions, see one of the Counseling + Wellness team members.
Artwork courtesy of https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/page/counseling-wellness.
Monday: All Periods 1-7
Tuesday: Even Periods 1, 3, 5 & 7
Wednesday: Even Periods 2,4 & 6 w/ Early Release @ 1:10 PM
Thursday: NO SCHOOL
Friday: NO SCHOOL
Any questions regarding these changes can be directed toward Mrs. McCamey at (209) 736-8339.
PLANT SALE: “Don't have a green thumb? No problem! The Bret Harte Greenhouse Co-Op will be having its annual spring plant sale. The plant sale will be open to the general public on Saturday, May 9th from 9am to 12pm our greenhouse on Murphys Grade Rd. We'll leave the gate open for you! Remember to bring your credit cards, we are cashless.
Come support Bret Harte FFA students and help us sell out.” Questions, contact Ms. Miller at kmiller@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us . Be sure to follow @bretharteffachapter on Instagram. Artwork courtesy of Bret Harte FFA.
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.
REGISTER NOW: The Bret Harte Aquatic Center will host an American Red Cross® lifeguard training beginning Thursday, April 09. Each participant who successfully completes all class hours and requirements will receive a Lifeguarding/CPR/AED and First Aid certification valid for two years. Reserve your spot by emailing leahjensvold@gmail.com no later than April 08. Class size is limited to a minimum of five and a maximum of 10 candidates. Learn more at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/page/aquatic-center.
REMINDER: Next week, March 16th-20th, will be a different bell schedule than normal due to our In-Service and Minimum days. The schedule will be as follows:
Monday: In-Service Day (NO SCHOOL)
Tuesday: odd periods (1, 3, 5 & 7)
Wednesday: even periods (2, 4 & 6) w/ EARLY RELEASE @ 1:10 PM
Thursday: odd periods (1, 3, 5 & 7)
Friday: even periods (2, 4, 6 & Pond)
Any questions regarding these changes can be directed toward Mrs. McCamey at (209) 736-8339.
