Hey there. This isn’t just dates on paper. It’s about the heart. It’s about home. And yeah, it’s about learning too.
You know that buzz when classes start? Kids laughing in halls? Morning hellos at the gate? That’s BG’s music. We make memories here. Not just lessons.
First Day of School: New Faces and Fresh Beginnings
First days feel like sunrise, right? New shoes. Big smiles. Hope everywhere. Teachers know your name. Parents wave from cars. Some cry (happy tears!). Lockers slam. Kids chat. The bell rings. Something new just started!
By week’s end? Everyone finds their spot. Their people. Their thing. BG comes alive again.
| Term | Start Date | Closing Date | Major Breaks & Holidays |
| Fall 2024 | August 26 | December 20 | Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Thanksgiving Break |
Important Dates:
- Staff Prep Week: August 19–23
- First Day of School: August 26
- Labor Day: September 2
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day: October 14
- Parent–Teacher Conferences: November 6–7
- Thanksgiving Break: November 28–29
- Winter Break: December 23
Fall turns our campus gold. Kids meet teachers. Learn routines. Make friends. Clubs open up. Band plays again. Sports fields get loud! December mornings feel crisp. School fairs bring laughs. Winter’s coming soon.
Winter and Spring Terms: Growth and Discovery
| Term | Start Date | Close Date | Major Holidays & Breaks |
| Spring 2025 | January 6 | June 18 | MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day |
Important Dates:
- Back to Classes: January 6
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 20
- Presidents’ Day: February 17
- Midterms: March 3–7
- Spring Break: March 10–14
- Memorial Day: May 26
- Final Exams: June 9–13
- Graduation: June 19
Projects bloom. Science fairs buzz. Reading weeks spark ideas.
March brings spring colors. And laughs! April and May? Sports days. Art shows. Fun with friends.
June means caps and gowns. Cheers everywhere. We did it!
Breaks and Holidays: Time to Rest and Reconnect
Breaks help us rest. Play. Remember why we learn.
- Labor Day (September): First long weekend. Family picnics!
- Thanksgiving (November): Thanks. Laughs. Being together.
- Winter break: Lazy mornings. Pretty lights.
- Spring Break (March): Sun. Fun. Reset time.
- Memorial Day (May): We remember. We reflect.
Each break helps us come back ready. Focused. Happy!
Progress and Reports: Step by Step
At BG, we don’t just measure learning. We feel it. Progress shows in curiosity. Teamwork. Being kind.
Academic Dates:
- Midterm Reports: October and March
- End Reports: December and June
- Parent–Teacher Meetings: November and April
Reports come by email. And through our Parent Portal. Parents and teachers work together. Always!
Families and Community: BG Spirit
Families are our base. Community lifts us higher.
Family Events:
- Welcome Night (September)
- Reading Party (October)
- STEM Show (January)
- Picnic Day (May)
BG works when school and home connect. We help each other. Celebrate together. Believe in each other.
Values and Character: The BG Way
| Value | Meaning |
| Respect | Be nice to everyone |
| Responsibility | Do your best work |
| Perseverance | Keep going when it’s hard |
| Integrity | Be honest. Be fair. |
| Community | Help each other out |
We teach values with words. But mostly? We show them.
Clubs and Activities: Life Beyond Lessons
Top Clubs:
- Student Council
- Drama
- Art and Design
- Debate
- Robotics
- Community Service
- Music
Big Events:
- Fall Festival
- Science Fair
- Winter Concert
- Cultural Day
- Spring Carnival
Clubs help kids grow. Not just from books. They learn to lead. Work together. Have fun!
Athletics and School Spirit
Sports bring excitement! Every game. Every season.
Fall: Soccer, Cross Country and Volleyball
Winter: Basketball, Swimming and Cheerleading
Spring: Baseball, Track and Tennis
BG plays with pride. We win nicely. We lose bravely.
Technology and Innovation in Learning
Smart boards make lessons pop. Tablets too. Virtual labs? So cool!
BG uses tech to help kids think. And imagine. But tech doesn’t replace people. Connection matters most.
Teacher Growth and Professional Days
Teachers keep learning too. Workshops help. Planning days. Meetings spark new ideas. Great teaching starts with growth. BG gives teachers what they give kids. That learning spirit!
Emergency and Safety Days
Safety comes first. Always. Bad weather? Emergency? We call. We email. Fast.
Makeup days keep learning going. No one gets left behind.
Student Care and Wellness
Every child counts. BG sees you. Keeps you safe. Supports you.
Wellness Programs:
- Wellness Week (October)
- Career Week (February)
- Kindness Week (May)
Counselors help. Mentors too. Friends support. No one’s alone. That’s BG’s promise.
Giving Back: Community in Action
Service builds heart. BG kids learn by doing.
Projects:
- Food Drives
- Fundraisers
- Visiting Seniors
Small acts make big change. We give more than we take.
Seasons of Joy: A Year in Motion
Fall: Festivals. First games. Family nights.
Winter: Concerts. Snow days. Warm inside.
Spring: Competitions. Flowers. Celebrations.
Summer: Rest. Reflect. Get ready for next year.
Each season brings joy. And memories!
Graduation: A Journey Complete
Caps fly up. Cheers echo. Smiles beam. Pride shows!
Students leave ready. Brave. Bright. We celebrate what they learned. But more? Who they became.
| Month | Highlights |
| August | Teacher prep, Staff week |
| September | First day, Family night |
| October | Fall Festival, Reading week |
| November | Conferences, Thanksgiving |
| December | Winter concert, Holidays |
| January | Back to class, Science fair |
| February | Career week, Community work |
| March | Mid-terms, Spring break |
| April | Art show, Earth Day |
| May | Sports finals, Family picnic |
| June | Finals, Graduation |
Each month tells a story. Learning. Joy. Being together.
Last Word
This calendar? It’s more than dates. It’s our purpose. Every bell. Every smile. Every lesson together. We’re building something that lasts. Keep this calendar close. Each day is a promise kept. Each student? A dream growing.
BG grows. Together. Always.