Spring Break:
Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12.
No School!
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UPCOMING DATES AND EVENTS | |
THIS WEEK:
- Monday, 4/8–Friday, 4/12 • No School (Spring Break)
NEXT WEEK:
- Tuesday, 4/16, 6:30 PM • 8th Grade Parent Night
LOOKING AHEAD:
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Monday, 4/22–Friday, 4/26 • Spirit Week
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Thursday, 4/25, 6:30 PM • ISPTSA General Membership Meeting
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Saturday, 4/27, 8 PM • Prom
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Monday, 5/6–Friday, 5/17 • AP Testing*
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Monday, 5/6–Friday, 5/10 • Staff Appreciation Week*
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Friday, 5/10, 7 PM • MS Social
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Wednesday, 5/8 • Staff Appreciation Luncheon Hosted by the 8th Grade Families*
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Monday, 5/20–Friday, 5/24 • Focus Week
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Monday, 5/27 • No School (Memorial Day)
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Tuesday, 5/28–Friday, 5/31 • Testing Week
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Wednesday, 5/29 • Senior Board Day
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Tuesday, 6/4, 6 PM • MS Band Concert
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Tuesday, 6/4, 7 PM • HS Band Concert
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Wednesday, 6/5 • Seniors & Staff Luncheon Hosted by the 12th Grade Families
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Wednesday, 6/5, 6 PM • MS Orchestra Concert
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Wednesday, 6/5, 7 PM • HS Orchestra Concert
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Thursday, 6/6, 11:15 AM–12:25 PM • 5th Grade BBQ
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Friday, 6/7, 7 PM • Moving Up Dance
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Monday, 6/10 • Déjeuner en Blanc
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Monday, 6/10, 6 PM • MS Choir Concert
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Monday, 6/10, 7 PM • HS Choir Concert
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Tuesday, 6/11 • Commencement Rehearsal
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Thursday, 6/13, 7:30 PM • Class of 2024 Commencement
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Thursday, 6/13–Friday, 6/14 • Laptop Collection
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Tuesday, 6/18 • Last Day of School
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Monday, 8/19–Friday, 8/23 • Class of 2025 College Boot Camp*
Click here to view the ISPTSA Calendar, which can be added to your personal Google or Outlook Calendar.
Click here to view the District 2023–2024 calendar for families.
*More information in the message below
Orange denotes new/updated calendar entries.
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The following are shout-outs and thank-yous from various members of our community. | |
The French Department would like to thank parent volunteers Sujung Kim and Maggie Lo for their invaluable assistance during the National French Contest on Wednesday, March 27. Your meticulous attention to detail and dedication to student well-being contributed significantly to the success of the event. We eagerly anticipate the announcement of the results at the end of April! | |
April is School Library Month, and April 4 was School Librarian Day! Thank you to our amazing school librarian Michele Dang for all you do to provide a safe, creative, and inclusive learning space for all our students! | |
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL PTSA NEWS | |
8TH GRADE FAMILIES STAFF APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
8th Grade families will be hosting the Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, May 8. If you are an 8th Grade family please sign up here to donate food and to help set up or clean up. The theme is finger foods! Questions? Email parent-rep2028@isptsa.org.
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FINANCE CLUB STUDENTS COMPLETE FINANCIAL LITERACY COURSES AND VISIT LOCAL BANK BRANCH
Under the guidance of teacher-volunteer Dan Davidson, finance club students successfully completed Financial Beginnings Washington's comprehensive courses covering budgeting, credit, investing, protection, and spending. Their recent visit to the First Fed Bellevue branch, where Dan serves as branch manager, proved invaluable. Dan offered hands-on guidance, demonstrating ATM usage, and explained banking operations. Our gratitude extends to Dan for his dedication and to Financial Beginnings Washington for providing the course materials and their invaluable support.
Furthermore, the First Fed Foundation's $25,000 donation to Bellevue Schools Foundation’s Early Learning Initiative last year underscores the community's commitment to education and financial empowerment. These experiences fortify students' financial acumen, fostering community engagement and empowerment through collaborative efforts.
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ISPTSA 2024-2025 BOARD NOMINATIONS
The deadline to nominate is THIS Tuesday, April 9!
Join the International School PTSA Board! Be in the know, build strong teacher/staff/volunteer relationships, and lend your voice to carrying out our PTSA's mission. You can self-nominate or nominate someone you believe in!
The following positions are open for nominations:
- President
- VP of Community
- VP of Outreach
- VP of Communications
- VP of Fundraising
- Secretary
- Treasurer 1
- Treasurer 2
Position descriptions can be accessed here or here. Position training will be provided. Nominations for the 2024-2025 International School PTSA Board can be sent to nominations@isptsa.org. You can volunteer for more than one position, but please rank them in order of preference.
Questions? Contact the Nominations Committee.
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STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK CHAIR NEEDED!
Join our team as the Staff Appreciation Week Chair (or Co-Chair)! Coordinate events to honor our hardworking staff during the week of Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10. Work closely with the various Grade Level Reps and our Co-VP's of Community to help show our staff how much we love and appreciate all they do for us. Have questions or want to volunteer? Email VPCommunity@isptsa.org.
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AP TESTING
May is just around the corner, and AP Exam days will be here before we know it! Here are some things to start planning, and some pointers to help your student have a low-stress testing experience. Curious what to expect on exam day? Check out this blog, “What to Expect When Taking Your First AP Exam.”
Schedule: AP Exams are administered the weeks of May 6 and May 13. You can find a detailed schedule, including locations, here. PLEASE NOTE THAT MOST EXAMS WILL BE HOSTED OFFSITE! Students are required to report to their tests at 7:30 AM. for morning tests, and 12:30 PM for afternoon tests. As the days draw nearer, we will provide more information.
Attendance: Parents do NOT need to notify the attendance office for student absences due to AP testing; all students will be pre-excused as a Student Activity (SA). When not testing, students are expected to attend their usual classes. Please consult the schedule for student release times that allow for lunch and travel to the testing site. Staying home to study for an afternoon test is an unexcused absence.
If you have any questions, please contact Kyla Carlson, AP Coordinator.
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CLASS OF 2025 COLLEGE BOOT CAMP
College Boot Camp for the Class of 2025 will be Monday, August 19-Friday, August 23. Space is available in the PM session; the AM session is full. College Boot Camp is a summer workshop for rising International School seniors designed to kick start the college application process. The week includes instruction and individual support on the main essay and college applications. Questions? Email Jill Follett, IS Counseling Secretary.
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL UPDATE
An International School Update was sent through email on Monday, April 1 to all current IS families with great updates. Questions? Email the IS Main Office.
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BELLEVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS | |
COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION FORUM
What can the district, City of Bellevue or Metro Transit do to engage and encourage parents to choose environmentally sustainable transportation options such as riding the bus, walking, biking or carpooling? Attend the Transportation Forum to collaborate with district and city leaders in creating solutions for transportation challenges.
In-Person Event
Date: Thursday, April 25
Time: 4:00-6:00 PM
Location: Sammamish High School
Address: 100 140th Ave. SE Bellevue, WA 98005
Online Event
Date: Wednesday, May 1
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams
Register now! Registration for these events is suggested but not required. You may also request interpretation/translation support for the events through the registration form. Questions? Contact BSD.
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REIMAGINING MIDDLE SCHOOLS - MARCH UPDATE
The Reimagining Middle Schools (RMS) design team would like to share an update on their recent advancements. Building on recommendations from the 2022-2023 school year, the team has developed two models for consideration. These models have been carefully crafted to address the social-emotional and academic needs of middle school students, with a strong emphasis on a student-centered approach. Read more here. Questions? Email RMS@bsd405.org.
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2024 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM WINNERS
BSD is proud to announce its 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program finalists. Congratulations to all of the students who entered and will be considered for National Merit Scholarships this spring!
Congratulations to International School students Yuzhang Sun, Finalist, and Anthony Y. Chen, Semifinalist! These two students achieved scores that are in the top 1% of US high school seniors!
Questions? Email communityrelations@bsd405.org.
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BSD NEWSLETTER
An e-newsletter was sent to BSD staff and families on Thursday, March 28. Learn about the 2024 College Conference Series, nominate someone or apply to join the school board, sign up to attend informational events, and more. Read it here. Don't receive the district newsletter? Sign up here! You can see all newsletters here. Questions? Contact BSD.
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PARTIAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
TODAY, Monday, April 8, 10:39 AM to 12:21 PM
There will be a partial solar eclipse in Bellevue on Monday, April 8. It will start at 10:39 AM, peak at 11:29 AM, and finish at 12:21 PM. Do not look directly at the sun! Protect your eyes. Find out more info here. Want to know more, or have questions about the eclipse? Ask NASA.
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WHEELS AND REELS
Enjoy a night out under the stars at Juanita Beach Park with our Winter Drive-in Movie Series.
The parking lot opens at 6:00 PM and the movie starts at 7:00 PM. $20 per vehicle, pre-registration is required.
Saturday, April 13: The Little Mermaid (PG)
To register, visit KirklandParks.net or call 425-587-3336. All ages welcome. Snack vendors will be on site. Event is held rain or shine - no refunds. No RV's, limos, busses, tailgating or alcohol.
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SPRING FOR SCHOOLS 2024
Over 800 gathered at Meydenbauer Center for Spring for Schools 2024, celebrating Bellevue School Foundation's investment in Bellevue's 28 public schools. Speakers, including Superintendent Dr. Kelly Aramaki, highlighted BSF's funding impact on programs like arts, robotics, and mental health interventions. Unable to attend? Join us by donating towards our $550,000 event goal. Help bridge the $10M funding gap for 18,000+ students. Email info@bsfdn.org for questions.
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WASHINGTON STATE SPRING FAIR
April 11-14 & 18-21
Washington's Biggest Celebration of Spring! Can you feel that? Spring is in the Fair! Break out of the winter chill with two full weekends in Puyallup, blooming with rides, fuzzy critters, and local flavor. Gather the family, bring a date, or break brews with buddies starting April 11! Find out more and buy tickets here. Questions? Email info@thefair.com.
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SMITH BROTHERS FARMS MILK FUND PROGRAMS
Sign up for Smith Brothers Farms Home Grocery Delivery and when you do, you'll receive $15 off your 1st delivery & ISPTSA receives a $50 gift donation from SBF! It's a win-win! You get the iconic Porch Box with your 1st order & it can be filled each week with milk that is 2-days-fresh from the farm, eggs that are 3-days-fresh, fresh produce, almond & oat milk, and hundreds of grocery items that are primarily from local PNW companies!
Delivery is free with just a $10 order & there are no monthly fees, no contract. Give it a try - we get the donation if you get one delivery or remain a customer for years. Questions? Contact Smith Brothers Farms.
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MASTHEAD / DIRECTORY / LINKS | |
Serving International School in the Bellevue School District | |
President
Secretary
Treasurer 1
Treasurer 2
VP of Communications
VP's of Community
VP's of Fundraising
VP's of Outreach
Membership Chair
Grants
Monday Messenger
Website
IS Staff Liaison
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SCHOOL DIRECTORY & LINKS
Attendance 425-456-6545
Main Office 425-456-6500
MS Counseling 425-456-6546
HS Counseling 425-456-6542
Registrar 425-456-6535
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CONFUSED ABOUT SOMETHING?
The ISPTSA is always here to help answer your IS questions.
Email us here, and we'll help you find the answers you need.
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SUPPORT YOUR PTSA
Donate Anytime!
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Please note that PayPal has transaction fees. | |
Or write your check to the International School PTSA and send it to:
ISPTSA
PO Box 221
Bellevue, WA 98009
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MONDAY MESSENGER
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
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Please submit articles by THURSDAY at 5:00 PM to news@isptsa.org.
- Please limit articles to 600 characters including spaces.
- Please include contact information for questions from readers.
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We encourage submissions that align with our mission.
- Submissions are subject to review by the ISPTSA and may be accepted, rejected, or edited.
- Please use a separate email for each article submitted.
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Documents in plain text are preferred, however, you are welcome to include an image or icon as a separate attachment—please do not include them in the body of your email or document.
- If you need to link to a registration form or document, send us either the address of the link or a pdf copy of the document.
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If you would like your article to repeat in successive Monday Messenger editions, please resubmit it for each edition in which you would like it to appear. If you do not resubmit it, it will not be republished.
- Note: you will receive an automatic confirmation email response once you submit material to the Monday Messenger.
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International School PTSA
P.O. Box 221
Bellevue, WA 98009-0221
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