A Message from the Department of Teaching and Learning

Dear families and students,
As we reach the end of the school year, we are often asked about summer school. This message shares more information about our high school summer learning opportunities in Bellingham Public Schools.

Online classes through Edgenuity, in-person at Options High School

Students in Bellingham Public Schools who will be in grades 9-12 in fall 2023 may take free online courses through Edgenuity for credit retrieval or limited credit ahead. Summer school courses are accelerated, completing an 18-week class in a compressed 6-week time frame. For this reason, although the coursework is completed online, students need to attend in person at Options High School Monday-Thursday from June 26-Aug. 3 ensuring they have quick access to academic and/or technical help. Please see the summer 2023 registration form for a complete list of available classes. Please note that students entering ninth grade are limited to Computer Applications (Tech Literacy) and Health for credit ahead.

In-person summer session through the Northwest Career & Technical Academy

Summer session at our valued community partner the Northwest Career & Technical Academy (NCTA) offers free in-person exploration of career fields for students entering high school in fall through non-graduated seniors. Students can earn .5 high school credits while learning about careers such as aerospace manufacturing, construction, marine services, applied medical sciences, fire science, criminal justice, videogame development, investment and finance, and more. These in-person classes run from June 20-July 11 (no school July 3 or 4) at NCTA’s Mount Vernon, Anacortes or Sedro-Woolley campuses, and at Meridian High School. Bellingham Public Schools provides transportation to the Mount Vernon location. For more information or to register, visit the NCTA website or call 360-848-0706.