The Big Bear Middle School Parent Orientation for current 5th grade students going to Big Bear Middle School next year which was originally scheduled for February 5th at 6:00 p.m. has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 26th, 6:00 p.m. at BBMS. Please call BBMS with any questions. Thank you for your understanding.

Reminder: The Big Bear Middle School Parent Orientation for current 6th grade students going to Big Bear Middle School next year is scheduled for Wednesday, February 6th, 6:00 p.m. at BBMS. Please call BBMS with any questions. Thank you.

Based on your annual earnings, you may be eligible to receive the Earned Income Tax Credit from the Federal Government (Federal EITC). The Federal EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. The Federal EITC has no effect on certain welfare benefits. In most cases, Federal EITC payments will not be used to determine eligibility for Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income, food stamps, low-income housing, or most Temporary Assistance For Needy Families payments. Even if you do not owe federal taxes, you must file a federal tax return to receive the Federal EITC. Be sure to fill out the Federal EITC form in the Federal Income Tax Return Booklet. For information regarding your eligibility to receive the Federal EITC, including information on how to obtain the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Notice 797 or any other necessary forms and instructions, contact the IRS by calling 1-800-829-3676 or through its website at www.irs.gov.

You may also be eligible to receive the California Earned Income Tax Credit (California EITC) starting with the calendar year 2015 tax year. The California EITC is a refundable state income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. The California EITC is treated in the same manner as the Federal EITC and generally will not be used to determine eligibility for welfare benefits under California law. To claim the California EITC, even if you do not owe California taxes, you must file a California income tax return and complete and attach the California EITC Form (FTB 3514). For information on the availability of the credit eligibility requirements and how to obtain the necessary California forms and get help filing, contact the Franchise Tax Board at 1-800-852-5711 or through its website at www.ftb.ca.gov.

Due to possible inclement weather and for safety reasons, Air Rock and
the Winterfest Dance have been postponed. Air Rock will take place on February 22nd and the Winterfest Dance will be held on February 23rd. The assembly for both events will take place on February 22nd.

Your input is important to our Superintendent, Dr. Mary Suzuki. Please complete the Educational Opportunities Survey to assist us with making the best decisions for our students. The survey may be found at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/educationopportunities or cllick on the headline above.

The Bear Valley Unified School District Education Foundation has scheduled its next meeting for Tuesday, January 22, 2019, 6:00 p.m. at the School District Office.
This meeting will consist of an introduction of the property, a brainstorming session of ideas and opportunities for the property, and a discussion of the role of Foundation Advisory Members.
We invite all individuals interested in the discussion regarding this property to attend this meeting.
Should you have any questions or desire additional information regarding the meeting scheduled on January 22, 2019, please contact the Superintendent of Schools Office – Shelley Black at (909) 866-4631.

According to the National Association of School Psychologists, "Mentally healthy children are more successful in school and life. Good mental health is critical to children’s success in school and life. Research demonstrates that students who receive social–emotional and mental health support achieve better academically.