SAFETY REMINDER: "Dear Bret Harte Families, While we do understand the nature of our rural community, we would like this to serve as a friendly reminder that pocketknives are still classified as weapons and are prohibited from being brought on our campus. We encourage all students and parents/guardians to review the Student Rights & Responsibilities [Handbook found at https://5il.co/3poks] which outlines this policy and more. We would like to thank you all for your ongoing efforts to support our District in pursuit of a safe learning environment for all." -Bret Harte Union High School District
1 day ago, District Office
FALL HOCO 2025: This year's Homecoming Parade Applications are due this Friday, September 19 at 3:00 PM. Use the following online Google Form, https://forms.gle/k3Mh47kAJr981qJK6, to submit your application. The Parade is scheduled to begin promptly at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 26. Questions can be directed to bhleadership@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us.
1 day ago, Webmaster
QUARTER 1 PROGRESS GRADES: "Good Afternoon, Friday, September 12th marked the halfway point of the first quarter of the 2025-26 school year. Please refer to the Parent and/or Student Portal to view your student's 1st Quarter Progress Report. From the Main Menu, select Documents > 1st Qtr Progress Report for the current school year. IF YOUR STUDENT IS RECEIVING A D OR F ON THIS PROGRESS REPORT, THEY MAY BE AT RISK OF FAILING THE QUARTER. If you have questions regarding your student's progress grade, please contact the instructor directly. Teacher contact information can be found on our website under Staff Directory. Effective January 2023, all student progress and report cards must be accessed on the Portal and will no longer be mailed home. If you need assistance with Portal access, please contact Technology at tech@bhuhsd.net. Include the student(s) and parent/guardian names in correspondence." - Bret Harte School Office
REMINDER: Due to staff collaborative planning, Wednesday September 17th is a Minimum Day. Release time is 1:10PM. Debido a nuestra junta colaborativa, el Miercoles 17 de Septiembre es dia minimo. La hora de salida es a la 1:10PM. - Bret Harte School Office
REGISTER TO VOTE: "Community volunteers will be available at lunch on Wednesday, September 17 outside Ms. Drag’s room to register students to vote. You must be 16 or older. If you register before your 18th birthday, you will automatically get mailed a ballot for the election when you turn 18. Your registration can be changed at anytime. No guidance on the selection of the registration party will be provided to students. BE A VOTER!"
8 days ago, District Office
TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: "Dear Bret Harte Families, The safety of our students is our highest priority. To ensure a secure and comfortable transportation experience for all, we want to remind everyone of our essential bus and van safety regulations, particularly concerning seatbelt usage. Seatbelts are mandatory for all students riding the bus or van. Just as in a private vehicle, seatbelts are critical safety devices that significantly reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or accidents. We require all students to buckle up immediately upon boarding the bus and to remain buckled as required by law. California Code of Regulations, Title 5 (5 CCR), Section 14105: 'All passengers in a school bus or in a school pupil activity bus that is equipped with passenger restraint systems in accordance with sections 27316 and 27316.5 of the Vehicle Code shall use the passenger restraint system...' Consequences for Non-Compliance: • Seatbelt Violations: Students observed not wearing their seatbelts by the driver, staff, or Director of Transportation will forfeit their bus riding privileges for one full day following the incident. Parents will be notified by the Bret Harte Transportation Department. • Repeated Transportation Violations: Consistent disregard for bus or van rules, including but not limited to seatbelt violations, disruptive behavior, or any action that compromises the safety of others, will result in stricter consequences. Students accumulating three or more rule violations within a semester may be removed from bus transportation for the remainder of that semester or the year. We believe that by working together, we can maintain a safe and orderly environment on our school buses and vans. Please discuss these important safety rules with your student to ensure their understanding and cooperation. Your support in reinforcing these rules is greatly appreciated." - Bret Harte Union High School District Administration
8 days ago, District Office
WE NEED YOU! Parents/Guardians of Bret Harte Union High School District: To secure supplemental funding sources, such as telecommunication discounts, grant funding and reduced test fees, we are urging all families within the District to complete the online Household Income Survey. Simply log into your Campus Parent Portal account in a browser or through the Campus Parent App then navigate to Menu > Meal Benefits to begin the annual survey. All information is confidential. To complete on paper, go to brethartebullfrogs.org (Documents > Household Income Survey) to complete, print and submit via email to bhdist@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us or in-person to the school office. Please disregard if you have already completed the Survey. Contact tech@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us for Campus Parent Portal assistance.
ATHLETICS: Mark your calendars for next week's home athletic events! On Tuesday, September 9th Girls Golf will host Linden at Greenhorn Golf Course. Match time is 3:00 PM. On Thursday, September 11th Water Polo will host Sonora at the Bret Harte Aquatic Center. Game times are 5:00 PM girls followed by boys at 6:00 PM. GO BULLFROGS!
13 days ago, Athletics
CHESS: "Get ready to put your strategic skills to the test in Bret Harte's Upcoming chess tournament!. It takes place on September 10th and 12th during pond, but you do not need to come both days if you are not able to. It is available for all skill levels, beginners against beginners and advanced members against advanced members. Sign up in Mr. Randall's RM 45, we hope to see you there."
14 days ago, School Office
SHOE DRIVE: "It’s time to declutter your closet! Start with your shoes by donating them! Angels Murphys Rotary Soles for Souls Shoe Drive begins Monday, September 8, 2025. Bring in your too small, out-of-style, gently-used, or even ABUSED shoes to Truman (room 34). The TOP 20 donors will be rewarded with a Pond pizza party!"
14 days ago, School Office
CLASS OF 2026: "Thank you for the incredible response to parent conferences for the Class of 2026! Due to high demand, I've added additional dates and times to the schedule. Please use the form below to sign up for one time slot. >>> https://forms.gle/bo2LJP13XrZtYR9r7. I'm thrilled to see so many families eager to connect and talk about what's ahead for your Senior!" - Ms. Godfrey, counselor
14 days ago, Counseling
FALL HOCO: Hey Bullfrogs! Homecoming is right around the corner! Make sure to prep for the upcoming dress-up days to begin on Monday, September 22 and run through Friday, September 26. Monday is Construction. Tuesday is Twin Day. Wednesday is Senior Citizen Day. Thursday is Meme Day. Friday is Purple & Gold. Spirit week details can also be found at https://5il.co/3p7e9. Questions, stop by RM 37. - Leadership
14 days ago, Webmaster
CLASS OF 2026: Claim Jumper Day | Columbia College Field Trip - Thursday Sept. 25th 8:30am- 2:00pm. Permission slips [can be found in your Google Classroom]. I also have them in my room. Deadline to return the permission slip is Friday Sept 19th. You can turn them in in the front office if I am not in my room. Juniors are welcome to attend, but Seniors have priority. - Ms Godfrey, counselor
15 days ago, Counseling
NORMAL OPERATIONS: “Good morning this is Bret Harte calling. We have been advised that most roads have reopened. We will resume school today with normal bus routes and schedules. Please contact the office if your student is directly impacted by the evacuations and unable to return to school. Thank you.”
16 days ago, District Office
FIRE UPDATE: “Dear Families, This is Bret Harte calling. We want to provide you with a brief update regarding the ongoing fires in our district. As of this evening, multiple fires continue to impact the area. At this time, we are still assessing which bus routes and communities may be affected or have limited access. We will send out a detailed update early tomorrow morning with the latest information. Please stay safe, and we look forward to seeing you soon.“
MEETING NOTICE: A Regular Governing Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 8th, 2025 in the District Board Room 53. Closed session begins at 4:30 p.m. and open session begins at 5:30 p.m. Community members can attend closed session to comment on closed session agenda items only. Public comment for open sessions begins at 5:30 p.m. The agenda will be available after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5th . To view the agenda, click on link below: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/SB_MeetingListing.aspx?S=36030549 To view archived agendas and minutes, please refer to our district website.
