The Bear Facts

Don't delay, complete your family's Back-to-School Registration today! The deadline is August 1, but please don't wait that long. Please update your Household Profile, electronically sign all the documents in our Magnus Health portal, and upload any paper forms.

Bear Creek is seeking to add a member to our event photography team! Sign up to capture quality candid and posed photos during school events (such as athletics events, performances, dances, and commencement). This is a paid, part-time position with flexible hours that include time for editing. See the job description to learn more.

In preparation for senior year, every junior should book a formal college advising appointment with Dean of College and Academic Advising Katie Gomulkiewicz. Please read the instructions emailed recently. 

Check Summer Assignments and Review for enrichment suggestions and ideas to keep your kids' minds sharp over the summer. Please note that summer math review is required for Middle School students enrolled in Pre-Algebra and above next fall.

Mark your calendars! In August, Middle School students and parents are invited join us for Meet & Greets at the Creekside Terrace, from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., for a time of fellowship, a few fun activities, and a delicious summer treat. Grades 5 and 6 Meet & Greet will be on Monday, August 18, and grades 7 and 8 are invited on Tuesday, August 19.

All Lower School students and families, new and returning, are invited to attend our Lower School back-to-school social, Cookies at the Creek, on Thursday, August 28, from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Students may bring school supplies, check out classrooms, meet teachers, and enjoy a cookie.

Every preschool student received a paper Bear Bear to accompany them on their summer adventures. Whether at the park, having ice cream, or exploring new places, you can have your child take a picture with Bear Bear and upload the picture to Vidigami with a brief description. We will share them on the Preschool's Instagram @bearcreek.preschool and Facebook throughout the summer. No pressure to submit a photo; we just hope it adds some extra fun!

If your child will be a Bear Creek kindergartener next fall, look forward to play dates on Thursday, July 10, and Tuesday, August 5, on Redmond Campus Playground, at 9:00 a.m.

Little Grizzly Get Together play dates for preschoolers will be at the Valley Campus playground on September 2, 4, and 5, between 9:00 a.m. and noon. Class-specific dates and times will be communicated this summer.

Are you planning to register your Grizzly for a fall sport? Check out our Athletics Program Overview. Fall sports registration is due Friday, August 1. Read the recent Athletics Update for sports registration instructions and details about Middle School and Upper School athletics dates in the fall. If your child is considering playing an Upper School sport, please review the Attendance Policy and Commitment Level.

All student-athletes must receive an annual physical exam to participate in athletics. Schedule your child's appointment with your family physician early this summer to ensure eligibility. The Physical Examination and Medical Eligibility form, signed by your child's doctor (just the first page), can be uploaded to the Magnus Health portal.