Ballard High School
Ballard High School is a proud community of learners that is supported by a passionate group of parents and alumni to provide a rigorous education for all of our students.
We believe strongly that engaging students in school through academies, pathways, performing arts, athletics & activities increases their learning opportunities. Simply stated, students who get involved at Ballard High School, perform better at Ballard High School.
There are countless ways to get involved at BHS. Here are a few:
Ballard also offers a wide variety of rigorous and engaging Advanced Placement Courses, UW in the High School Courses, Running Start and CTE to challenge students and prepare them for college and life.
More information is available on the Academics Overview. In addition visit our Get Involved page for a great overview and links to more information about Ballard High School.
Our Mission
"Ballard HS is an inclusive, supportive community that cultivates a tradition of excellence for all students." ~adopted May, 2008
Our Motto
"To Honor Thee We Trophies Bring"
Our Vision
- All students will develop positive relationships with adults and students at Ballard High School through academic, extracurricular, and social opportunities.
- All students will receive support – academic, social, cultural – in order to take on the challenges they will face, including college, career, and other endeavors.
- All students and families will join with Ballard High School to engage as partners in supporting and strengthening the school and greater community.
- All students will develop individual strengths, achieve academic excellence, and be recognized for their successes.
Creating a Culture of Belonging at Ballard HS
At Ballard High School, we are committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment where all students feel like they belong. This means that all students are expected to be respectful to one another and NOT to engage in behaviors that demean or target others on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, appearance, etc.
View the Creating a Culture of Belonging at Ballard 
flyer for more detailed information and examples.