Bellevue Blast - Oct 6th, 2026, vol 6

Happy October from the BHS PTSA Board! We’ve made it through the first month of the 2026–2027 school year. September was busy, and October promises more opportunities to connect. Thank you for your support!

Important Update to General Membership Meetings

Our meetings will now be held from 6:30–8:30 p.m. in the BHS Library. Dr. Anderson will join us for a principal’s update on the agenda. Please mark your calendars:

The April meeting is on Tuesday, rather than Wednesday. We’re sharing these dates early so you can plan ahead. Reminders will follow closer to each meeting.

Questions and Your Voting Voice

We’ll send a survey for questions before each meeting. To respect everyone’s time and the agenda, some questions may need follow-up by email or in person. Contact us at presidents@bellevuehighptsa.com.

You must be a current BHS PTSA member to vote. Members help approve the budget, elect leadership, and shape priorities supporting students, families, and staff. Please join or renew for 2026–2027—your voice matters!

Stay Connected and Support BHS

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Best Wishes,

Nicole Khouw and Lulu Yu

BHS PTSA Co-Presidents

presidents@bellevuehighptsa.com

www.bellevuehighptsa.com | Instagram: @bellevueptsa

JOIN US FOR THE FIRST MULTI-LANGUAGE PRINCIPAL'S COFFEE (MLPC) MEETING!

Topic: School Support and Tools for Students and Parents
When: Friday, October 16, 8:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Where: BHS Blackbox Theatre (Please note our new location!)

Important Note on Our New Location: Because our previous meeting space in the library is being utilized for AP Japanese classes this year, our MLPC meetings have moved to the Blackbox Theatre. While this space is windowless, it is conveniently located close to our Performance Center (PAC), and directional signs will be posted to guide you!

About Our MLPC Meetings: Hosted quarterly by our Principal, Dr. Vic Anderson, the Multi-Language Principal's Coffee meetings cover a variety of valuable topics each quarter regarding our students, the school system, and the community. Come connect with other families, pick up insider tips, and enjoy free coffee on us!

For our first meeting, Dr. Anderson will present on the comprehensive support available to families, including:

An overview of BHS support staff and student services.
Student’s Essential tools, such as One Note and Schoollinks.
Practical tips on how to effectively communicate with teachers and counselors.

Mark Your Calendars for the Full 2026–2027 Series! All meetings take place at the same time (8:15 AM – 9:45 AM) and same location (Blackbox Theatre):

Meeting 1: October 16, 2026
Meeting 2: December 4, 2026
Meeting 3: February 5, 2027
Meeting 4: April 23, 2027

To ensure everyone can fully participate, interpreters will be available in Korean, Japanese, and Chinese. Online Teams Meeting is also available, see details below:

Microsoft Teams meeting for First MLPC:

Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/278528843743422?p=AJ8kYUcFPCcpO45xn6

Meeting ID: 278 528 843 743 422

Passcode: gb7US9Ek

Need help? | System reference

Dial in by phone

+1 206-800-4133,,454499724# United States, Richmond Beach

Find a local number

Phone conference ID: 454 499 724#

We look forward to seeing you there!

BHS STAFF FALL LUNCH (10/28/26)

Call for Signups: BHS Staff Fall Lunch (10/28/26)

The PTSA will host a staff lunch on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Foyer.

We are asking parents to please contribute homemade or store-bought food to help make this event a success! You can sign up to contribute here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4EA8AD2DA5F85-66200012-bhsfall#/

Thank you for your support!

BHS PTSA REFLECTIONS ART PROGRAM

2026–2027

BHS PTSA Reflections Art Program 2026–2027

Bellevue High School PTSA invites all students to participate in this year’s Reflections Art Program, a nationwide PTA arts program that encourages students to explore their creativity and express their ideas through original works of art. Selected entries may advance to state and national levels.

Theme: “What My Culture Means to Me”

Submission Deadline: November 8, 2026

Students may submit work in one or more categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts (2D & 3D).

We encourage all BHS students to participate and share what culture means to them through their own unique creative voice!

For more detailed guidelines, please visit the BHS PTSA website.

Questions? Please contact reflections@bellevuehighptsa.com

CLASS OF 2027 FUNDRAISING DRINK

Class of 2027 fundraising drink, “Wolverine Spice Latte” is now available at Bellden Cafe.

*20% of the profit goes to class of 2027.

Bellden Cafe: 10527 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98004

CLASS OF 2027 GLASSYBABY SALE

Order our special Glassybaby candle holders to support Class of 2027 senior graduation activities! These will make wonderful holiday/graduation gifts, or simply a great addition to your GB collection! Place your order by November 8th. Use the QR code to order in the flyer or please contact Megan Forman at mego_allie@hotmail.com and Keiko Nakamura at nakamura_keiko@hotmail.com. Thank you for your support!

ORCHESTRA BOOSTER CLUB MEETING:

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13th @7pm - ONLINE

All parents of orchestra students are invited to join us for the BHS Orchestra Boosters meeting!

Mr. Kam will share updates on the orchestra program, as well as plans for the year.

Join us to learn more about the Orchestra Boosters, upcoming events, fundraising efforts, and ways you can support your student and the BHS orchestra program.

We’re looking forward to welcoming the parents and caregivers of all orchestra students, Whether you’re new to the program or have been involved before, we hope you’ll join us!

Boosters meetings take place on the second Tuesday of each month (adjusted as needed for holidays or orchestra events).

Upcoming Meetings: October 13th - online; November 3rd - online; December 1st - in-person. Online meeting details will be emailed the day before each meeting.

If you have any questions, please email bellevueorchestra@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

🍂COZY FALL EDIT🍂

Wrap up in Wolverine spirit this fall! 💙💛

Our soft, high-quality Bellevue Wolverines fleece throw blanket is perfect for game-day sidelines, outdoor concerts, chilly fall bonfires, or cozying up at home.

How cozy do you want to get???

Regular — 50" × 60" | $32
Cozy enough for you!
XL — 60" × 70" | $42
More blanket = more cozy!

Every purchase supports the BHS Orchestra and helps provide

Opportunities and resources for our orchestra students

ORDER ONLINE:

https://www.bellevueorchestra.org/product-page/fundraiser-blankets

Or find us at BHS Home Football Games!

The Wolverine design is printed horizontally on one side, with a solid white reverse.

BHS BAND BOOSTER

All parents of BHS Band Students and supporters of school music... please join us on the first non-holiday Monday of every month, for a chance to learn more about the Bellevue High Band Boosters!

Mr. George and Mr. Harvey share all the ins and outs of the BHS Band happenings and news of upcoming performances, special events, fundraising efforts, and how you can support your student and the band program! We have A LOT of fun!

Join us at a Band Booster Meeting, in the Band Room at 7:00pm, anytime this year! Next meeting Oct 5

All theater/tech families,

Curious to know what is coming up in the theater department? Please join our next Boosters Club meeting! Mr Kaskes will share updates and plans for the year and how we as parents can support our students!

Meeting date:

Monday, October 12, 6:30pm in the Black Box

See you there!

Next production: Horse Girls

October 29, 7pm

October 30, 7pm

October 31, 2pm

Get in touch

<bellevuetheaterboosters@gmail.com>

Check out our website

https://bhsdramaboosters.org/

LIBRARY UPDATES

Happy Homecoming, Bellevue!

For Super Wednesday at BHS, the library will be entirely closed for testing on Wednesday, October 7th.

It's still Latine Heritage Month until October 15th — I've got books on display in the front of the library AND you can celebrate with events and booklists at KCLS.

I've also made a new display to help you pick out something to read for Spooky Season!

Banned Books Week is October 4-10! This year's theme is Let Books Be! There are lots of ways you can learn about censorship and take action — Let Freedom Read Day is Saturday, October 10th. Check out Washington Center for the Book's Washington Reads Freely for local opportunities to share what reading freely means to you!

The 2026 Spencer G. Shaw Lecture, sponsored by (my alma mater, UW iSchool), will be an author talk and book signing with Christina Soontornvat, author of the award-winning nonfiction book All Thirteen, as well as multiple YA and middle grade novels such as The Last Mapmaker and A Wish in the Dark. The event will take place in person at UW HUB, October 8th, 7:30-9:30pm, with virtual options. More info and registration HERE.

FIRST SENTENCE FRIDAY

"It is said that long, long ago, there lived a princess in an underground realm, where neither lies nor pain exist, who dreamt of the human world." — from Pan's Labyrinth: The Labyrinth of the Faun, by Guillermo del Toro and Cornelia Funke, with illustrations by Allen Williams.

As always, if you have any questions, want to find a book, have suggestions, or just want to talk about what you're reading, come see me in the library or send me an email or Teams Chat!

SARAH BRYAN, MLIS

Library Specialist

P: 425-456-7029 | bryans@bsd405.org

Bellevue High School

Regular Library Hours:

MTThF 7:30am - 3:30pm, W 7:30am - 1pm

Currently Reading:

What We Can Know, by Ian McEwan

Six of Crows, by Leigh Bardugo

COMMUNITY

FAMILY TECH TALKS ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13

Join us for Education Connections: Family Tech Talks on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from noon to 1:00 p.m. A light lunch will be available starting at 11:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Wilburton Instructional Service Center, Rainier Room (12241 Main Street, Building 1, Bellevue). View the event details.

BELLEVUE PTSA COUNCIL COOKING CLUB

Cooking Club is a Bellevue PTSA Council-associated club established in 2020. Through in-person and online sessions taught by our student instructors, our goal is to teach students not only how to cook, but also valuable skills such as time management, multitasking, and planning ahead.

We meet on Sundays at 4:30 PM at the Salvation Army and welcome middle and high school students across the Bellevue School District.

Cooking Club Info Session:

Sunday, October 11, 4:00–5:00 PM (Zoom)

Registration Opens:

Thursday, October 15 at 7:00 PM

YOU'RE INVITED TO PACK WITH A PURPOSE!

On Thursday, October 8th, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m., join Bellevue LifeSpring at Bake's Place Bar & Bistro for a unique social hour where networking meets impact! Meet new people, connect with your community, and roll up your sleeves to pack snacks for local students experiencing food insecurity. Whether you're new to Bellevue LifeSpring or already part of our community, this is an opportunity to make meaningful connections while making a difference.

We'd love to see you there. Space is limited, scan the QR code located on our flier to RSVP today and reserve your spot! Must be 16+ to attend. Complimentary appetizers included!

For additional details, please contact Gannon Oberhauser at gannon@bellevuelifespring.org

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

BELLEVUE BLAST ARTICLE DEADLINE

The deadlines for submitting Bellevue Blast articles are as follows:

School news and PTSA articles – Friday 6 pm deadline
Athletics and Activities articles – Sunday 6 pm deadline

Please review the Bellevue Blast Submission Guidelines.

We are so excited to announce that Bellevue High PTSA is on Instagram! Follow us @bellevueptsa to be the first to know about our upcoming events and updates!

BSD MOBILE APP

The Bellevue School District mobile app is now available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Stay connected, informed and supported all in one place: