BRET HARTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL

FACILITY USE UPDATE: Bret Harte's Dorroh Field and track will be closed for all use beginning Monday, March 09 through Friday, March 13, 2026. Use may resume after 4:00 PM on Friday, March 13. Questions can be directed to the District Office at bhdist@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us or 209 736-8340.

FFA UPDATE: "On Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, we will be holding our monthly FFA meeting which will begin at 6:00 pm in the theater. We encourage all members to attend to see what events are happening in our chapter this month. Please note that students cannot miss more than three FFA meetings per year to stay eligible to show at the fair, attend leadership conferences, and compete in FFA events. After the meeting, we are hosting the 4th annual blacklight dodgeball tournament in the lower gym. This will begin at 7:00 pm, after our FFA meeting. If your student is on a team, make sure they wear their team shirt! This event will have no re-entry for students.

Other events/reminders as they approach are listed below:
• Judging teams are in full swing- if your student is on a team make sure to get their competition dates from them!
• ALL Livestock Fair Exhibitors grades will be checked at the conclusion of the 3rd quarter. The requirement is a 2.0 or higher to show at a fair with no F in their agriculture class. LARGE ANIMAL FAIR ENTRY FORMS ARE DUE TO THE FAIRGROUNDS BY Wednesday APRIL 4, 2026 by 5:00pm. SMALL ANIMAL FAIR ENTRY FORMS ARE DUE TO THE FAIRGROUNDS BY Saturday APRIL 14, 2026 by 4:00pm
• Fair Entries will be filled out with Advisors this month in their 8th period Pond class. Please make sure that your student has completed their YQCA ethics course training.
• If your student is showing an Animal at Fair they need to schedule a required project visit. Many students still have not signed up with their Advisors for a visit.
• State Degree recipients will be recognized at our April FFA Meeting. The date is April 15th, 2026. Dinner will be at 6:00 pm and the meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.

- Bret Harte FFA Chapter Officer Team

CLASS OF 2026: Courtesy Post :: Please see the [included] flyer with information regarding an upcoming meeting for Sober Grad Night. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 11th from 6:30-8:00 PM at Round Table Pizza in Angels Camp. Any questions can be directed toward Rebecca Williams at rkwstyle@gmail.com or (916) 849-8274. [Please note that Sober Grad Night is NOT a Bret Harte affiliated event.]

MARCH MADNESS Tournament of Books runs all month! Come to the library and cast your vote each week in exchange for a sweet treat. It starts with 16 books, then gets reduced to 8, and so forth until one book remains. Which will it be? Bottom line: do you want a piece of candy? Come vote!

SURVEY: Please fill out our anonymous family survey! After completing the survey, email cgavan@bhuhsd.net with your name and your student's name to be entered into the drawing for a 26/27 Family Athletic Pass! https://forms.gle/wJ5RovRzBCzJQug49. We want your input!

Weekly Student Bulletin: March 02 - 06, 2026 >>> https://brethartebullfrogs.edurooms.com/engage/bret-harte-union-high-school/newsletters/student-bulletin-week-28-124177

ATHLETIC UPDATE: "Hello Bret Harte Community, I have received a ton of questions regarding tickets for Saturday's CIFSJS D5 Basketball Championships. Here are some things that everyone needs to know.

1. You only need one ticket for the entire time in the Golden 1 Center (1 ticket for both girls and boys games)
2. General Admission is $22 plus fees that I believe ends up at $29.50. Please click the general admission link.
3. Court side tickets can be purchased but are limited and much more expensive.
4. Students can use the student ticket link but must show a student ID to redeem the student ticket.
5. Rooter's bus students must turn in a permission slip and show proof of ticket purchase.
a. Permission slips available in the office or with Mr. Barnett
6. [Find the parking and entrance gate maps at https://aptg.co/gL9SHg.]

Golden 1 Student Ticket Purchases (must show a student ID at entrance)
https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C006446F0A6BBF7?did=school

Golden 1 Ticket Purchases (Please select General Admission Tickets unless you would like to sit courtside)
https://www.ticketmaster.com/sac-joaquin-sectionals-tournament-tickets/artist/859370

Golden 1 Prohibited Material
https://www.golden1center.com/visit/prohibited-items/

Please let me know if you have any further questions." - Brian Barnett, athletic director | athleticdirector@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us

ONE CAMPUS GROCERY: “The last One Campus Grocery Food Drive of the year has started! You can bring in your donations any time (room 21), but the drive will wrap up right before Spring Break (March 26). As always, this is a Pond class competition, and the class that brings in the largest amount of food donations will earn an ice cream party when we return from Spring Break. Having said that, even if you don't have a Pond class, we will gladly accept any and all food donations (shout out to the paras who have always been VERY supportive during these drives).

For most of this school year, we have been able to feed 2-3 families of four for a week, every week, as a result of your generosity! So thanks in advance for your continued support of the One Campus Grocery Food Pantry!”

Questions, stop by RM 21/22.

MEET THE AUTHOR: Come meet author Randy Ribay during Pond on March 11 in the Learning Center. Randy Ribay is the author of Patron Saints of Nothing, Everything We Never Had, and several other books and short stories. He will talk about his books, the writing process, his cultural heritage, his high school experience, and he will field questions from the audience. Students who attend will receive a signed bookplate from the author and be entered into a drawing! Sign up on Flex-Time to be a part of this event. Questions, stop by the Learning Center.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: Baseball vs Escalon scheduled for this Friday, February 27 will host just a varsity game at 3:30 PM. The junior varsity game is cancelled. Admission is cashless. Athletic passes and cards accepted. Stay up-to-date on game schedules at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/events. GO BULLFROGS! | Photo courtesy of Calaveras Enterprise: Sports.

ATHLETIC UPDATE: Boys Golf scrimmage vs Amador scheduled for today Tuesday, February 24 at Greenhorn Creek has been cancelled due to weather. Stay up-to-date on game schedules at https://www.brethartebullfrogs.org/o/bhhs/events. GO BULLFROGS! | Photo courtesy of Calaveras Enterprise: Sports.

MEETING NOTICE: A Regular Governing Board Meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 2nd, 2026, 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 session begins at 5:30 p.m. The agenda will be available after 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 27th. To view the agenda, click on the 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.

TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: We will be returning to regular bussing tomorrow Monday, February 23, except the last stop on the uphill route will be Oak Circle in Arnold. We look forward to seeing you. - Bret Harte Transportation

CLASS OF 2027, are you passionate about voicing your opinions and making a difference? If so, consider running for next year’s Student Board Member! As a student board member, you’ll work closely with other board members on making important decisions and helping create a better campus environment. Don’t forget it looks FIRE on your college applications! #collegegoals Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Applications are available from Mrs. McCamey in the school office or Mrs. Barajas in the district office. The deadline is March 16th, 2026.

TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: Due the continued road conditions and expected weather conditions for tomorrow Friday, February 20, we will not be offering bus service above Murphys including no service to Forest Meadows. Students who are unable to make it to school will be excused if their parents contact the attendance office. Please stay safe. - Bret Harte Transportation

BH ATHLETICS: Varsity Girls Basketball will be hosting Vacaville Christian tonight at 7:00PM in the Bob Bach Gym at Bret Harte. Varsity Boys Basketball will be hosting John Adams Academy tomorrow at 7:00PM at Bret Harte. Tickets are available through GOFAN only! Pre-purchase at gofan.co and search for Bret Harte. No cash, credit card or passes are allowed. Ticket prices are: $13.60-General, $11.50-Senior/Military and $8.35-Students. Again, please purchase using a phone app at gofan.co and have the phone ready to scan at the gate. Please contact Patty Sugar at 209-736-8348 or psugar@bhuhsd.k12.ca.us with any questions. Thank you and Go Bullfrogs!

SCHOLARSHIP BOWL: Calling all singers, dancers, comedians, magicians and more! Renaissance's Spring Scholarship Bowl scheduled for Wednesday, March 4th during Pond in the Bret Harte Theater, and this year's theme is Bullfrog’s Talent Show. Showcase your special talent for a chance to win a scholarship and money. Sign up through your grade-level Pond Nation Google Classroom. Questions, stop by RM 37 or email bhrenaissance@bhuhsd.net.

CLASS OF 2026: Hey Seniors! Interested in getting money off of your senior trip ticket? We have an opportunity for you! Simply go around to local businesses and ask for donation baskets worth $25 for the Music Bingo event happening in the MPR February 28th. Each basket you bring is $25 off your ticket. Mrs. Drag has fliers in her room for you to give to the businesses if needed. All baskets must be brought to Drag's RM 37 by Friday the 20th.

TRANSPORTATION UPDATE: Due the continued road conditions and expected weather conditions for tomorrow Thursday, February 19, we will not be offering bus service above Murphys including no service to Forest Meadows. Students who are unable to make it to school will be excused if their parents contact the attendance office. Please stay safe. - Bret Harte Transportation