Mountain View High's Brent Miller honored as Champion for Students at school board meeting

The BLS School Board held its regular meeting on March 11, 2025, focusing on student achievements and initiatives aimed at enhancing educational experiences. The meeting commenced with a reminder for audience members to adhere to attendance expectations, ensuring a conducive environment for board discussions.

A highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the "Champion for Students" award to Brent Miller, a teacher at Mountain View High School. Dr. Cook praised Miller for his dedication to students, particularly in facilitating the College Now program, which allows high school students to earn college credits. Students and colleagues commended Miller for his supportive teaching style and commitment to making education accessible. Miller expressed gratitude for the recognition, emphasizing the importance of helping students gain a head start on their college journeys.

Following the award presentation, members of the Student Voice Council (SVC) shared updates on their initiatives. Kaylee Rivera, a sophomore at Caldera High School, reported on the council's focus on equitable fundraising practices and student engagement. The council is working to ensure all students have access to fair fundraising opportunities and is actively collecting data to inform their strategies.

Elliot DeMartin, a senior at Realms High School, highlighted the council's involvement in the district's instructional technology discussions, ensuring student perspectives are included. The SVC is also developing surveys to gather feedback on various topics, including college and career readiness and mental health support.

Deep Resher, a sophomore at Bend Senior High School, discussed ongoing efforts to improve lessons on bias incidents and enhance transparency in fundraising practices. The council aims to finalize their surveys by the next meeting in April and plans to host listening sessions to gather further feedback from the community.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for board members to ask questions, reflecting the board's commitment to engaging with student voices and addressing their concerns. The discussions underscored the board's focus on fostering an inclusive educational environment that prioritizes student input and support.