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The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
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FALL 2024 GRANT APPLICATIONS | |
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The PTSA has started the grant application process for the fall of 2024!
Similar to the way we did it in the spring, we have moved to a digital application. Please edit the word document provided here and send the application as a completed word document, not pdf. The deadline for application is November 5th. We encourage you to present your grant to the committee in person on November 12, starting at 4:00.
I welcome any questions or concerns, the fastest way to get ahold of me is danagribble@gmail.com though you can also email grants@bellevuehighptsa.com
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NEW TO WASHINGTON'S EDUCATION SYSTEM?
Parent/Caregiver information session for individuals new to the Washington state education system
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Have you moved from another country or US state?
Do you have questions about Bellevue High School or the Washington state education system?
Would you like the opportunity to meet other parents for ongoing support throughout the year?
Whether you moved last week or a much longer time ago all parents/caregivers are invited to meet with Dr. Anderson and a group of BHS parents who know what a challenge moving can be.
Please join us at school on Friday, November 1 from 8:15 to 9:30 am to have your questions answered, share hints and tips, and meet new friends. Interpreters for Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, and Portuguese will be available in-person at this event.
More information coming soon about where to meet. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Don’t miss a special I-Connect event, “Insights from an Actress: From BHS to Center Stage & Beyond,” featuring Bellevue High School alum Mallory Cooney King, an amazing actress, singer, and dancer, set to star in “Mary Poppins” at The 5th Avenue Theatre this holiday season. All current parents and caregivers are invited.
Mallory will share her journey from BHS to the professional stage, offering valuable life lessons learned through her experiences in theater. Her talk will cover essential topics such as perseverance, dealing with rejection, and preparing for success. These insights are not only relevant to aspiring actors but also to students and parents looking to apply these principles in their own lives. Joining us for this meeting will be Mr. David Kline, head of BHS Theater Arts, along with some of his students. In addition to her talk, Mallory will treat us to a special musical performance.
Event Details:
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Date: Thursday, October 17
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Time: 8:15-9:45 a.m.
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Location: BHS Performing Arts Center
This event is part of the PTSA’s I-Connect program, which aims to build community, foster participation, and encourage relationships among parents.
Join us for this unique chance to hear from one of Bellevue’s own and gain insights that can inspire and motivate you in various aspects of life.
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Mallory Cooney King as “Mary Poppins”
(Photo by Rosemary Dai Ross)
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Support Staff Appreciation’s October event by signing up for donations. Your help is much appreciated. Thank you in advance! If you wish to volunteer, please reach out to Solange & Joan @ bhsstaffappreciation@bellevueptsa.org | |
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Join today to support your student(s) and your school!
All new and returning parents, guardians, students, staff, and interested community members are invited to join the Bellevue High PTSA. Our membership numbers strengthen our voice at the local, state and national level in advocating for our students. Your annual membership supports your child's health, safety, and quality of education and helps build a stronger, more inclusive, school community. The more members we have, the greater the Bellevue High School voice!
BHS PTSA Members get access to:
* Exclusive benefits and discounts offered by the Washington State PTSA
* DirectorySpot, an online directory enabling you to connect with other Bellevue High School students and families
Don't Delay, JOIN TODAY! http://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/joinptsa/
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Wolverine Guard (WG) is a Bellevue High PTSA sponsored award that recognizes students who perform 100+ hours of community service in the 12-month period from May 1st to April 30th of each school year. Each student who reports 100 or more approved hours will earn the Wolverine Guard Community Service Award. Last year 116 Bellevue High students earned Wolverine Guard, with Wolverine Guard recipients completing over 14,000 combined hours of service in our community.
- ALL BHS students from 9-12 grades are eligible for WG should they meet the requirements.
- Students who earn WG in a given school year will receive a certificate to recognize their community service. Students who earn WG in at least two of their four years at BHS will qualify for a WG Blue/Gold Honor Cord at graduation; students with 4 years of service at BHS will also be awarded the WG Distinction Community Service Award.
- Application must include volunteer time logs. Log forms should be detailed and with signed (non-digital) signatures from volunteer coordinators.
- Volunteering is done through a non-profit organization (usually a 501c3 organization).
- The PTSA WG program is separate from the Bellevue School District volunteer hours requirement for graduation. We DO NOT coordinate with Naviance and will only accept Wolverine Guard time logs.
Applications are due midnight on April 30th, 2025. No late applications will be accepted!
Review guidelines and WG application and time logs at PTSA Wolverine Guard page: https://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/wolverine-guard/.
Any questions, please reach out to Michelle Pflaum and Sherry Fang at wolverineguard@bellevuehighptsa.com.
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Purchase a Yearbook Now!
Yearbooks are available for purchase on Touchbase: https://wa-bellevue.intouchreceipting.com/ . Once in TouchBase, find a grey box with the student’s name -> My school -> categories -> Yearbook. Yearbooks will be sold for $80 with ASB, and $90 without ASB through 12/31/24, after which all yearbooks will be priced at $90 regardless.
Hello Senior Parents!
As you may know, your seniors high school years are coming to a close. Celebrate this special time by purchasing a Yearbook, purchasing a Senior Advertisement, and submitting a Senior portrait! Information regarding purchasing and submission can be found below. Please email bhsbeacon@bsd405.org with any questions.
Senior Photo and Quote/Favorite Memory Submission – 1/31/25 Deadline: Submit your senior photo with a quote or your favorite memory to this link: https://photos.jostens.com/7ZV3PWn
Senior Yearbook Ad Submission – 11/24/24 deadline for lowest rates: Parents can purchase a senior advertisement on Jostens under Yearbook Ads: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1119104/Bellevue-High-School/ . Rates go up after this deadline.
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We hope you consider purchasing a senior ad and yearbook as it supports the Yearbook publication which helps to fund student body activities!
Thanks so much,
BHS Beacon
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CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR PARENTS
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Senior year has begun. Essays are being written and application's being filled out. With this comes a year of activities that will bring them together in the end, Graduation. Therefore, we would like to kick off senior year with the last parent social on October 17th at 6 pm at the home of Sara Salem. Please RSVP to Cindy Moss at cindylmoss@me.com
Address is 2306 92nd Ave Ne, Clyde Hill
* We are asking a donation of $125 per family to reach our fundraising goal of $50,000 to pay for Grad night, Senior breakfast, Baccalaureate, Assist with Prom and provide scholarships for students to attend Grad night and Prom. Any amount donated is appreciated and helps us reach our goal! Should you not be able to attend, you can donate through PayPal. Senior (Class of 2025) – Bellevue High PTSA
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Reminder, should you need to catch up on the latest on what is going on with current senior activities, you can visit the Bellevue PTA website and click on class of 2025.
Thank you and hope to see you at the Senior kick off parent social!
Stephanie Dash, Kerrie Rose and Cindy Moss
Senior Class of 2025 class advisors
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BHS Orchestra Booster Club Meeting:
October 8th @ 7:00pm - VIRTUAL
Mark your calendar! BHS Orchestra Booster Club welcomes all orchestra parents to attend our next meeting: Tuesday, October 8th at 7:00pm.
We will be discussing upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising projects. (It's also a great way to meet other parents.)
Join us from the comfort of your home, as this meeting will be virtual! -
Please email bellevueorchestra@gmail.com with any questions and to request the meeting link.
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All parents of BHS Band students…please join us on the first non-holiday Monday of every month, for a chance to learn more about the Bellevue Band Boosters.
Mr. George and Mr. Harvey share all the ins and outs of BHS Band happenings and news about upcoming performances, special events, fundraising efforts, and how you can support your student and the band program. We have a lot of fun!
We have a tremendous year with some big fun events to come… Leavenworth parade, Friday football games, jazz band, seasonal concerts, Disneyland Parade/Disney composer experience…want to know more?
Join us at the BHS Band Booster meetings: Nov. 4th, Dec. 2nd, Jan. 13th, Feb. 3rd, March 3rd, April 7th, May 12th, June 9th.
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GET READY TO SUPPORT BELLEVUE HIGH BAND! | |
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Theater Parent Social - Tuesday, October 8th 7 PM - 520 Bar and Grill (10146 Main Street)
All parents of theater students, please join us for a parent social on Tuesday, October 8th at 7 PM at the 520 Bar and Grill where you can find out about all the theater events planned for this year, get to know other theater parents, and learn how you can support your student this school year. We look forward to seeing you there!
New Dates for Dracula! Come out and see Dracula October 29 and 30th at 7 PM!
She is back! Countess Dracula and her entourage are in London to find her next husband and she has her sights set on the handsome Jonathan Harper. The only thing that stands between her and the conquest is Jonathan's lovely girlfriend Mimi, and that meddling Vampire slayer Dr, Van Helsing. Can Van Helsing stop her before she turns everyone into one of the living dead, or will she succeed in her quest of immortality! Come see the classic tale unfold on stage. Countess Dracula is back!
Save the Date for Clue! Performance Dates: December 5, 6, and 7
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Below are some updates from the Library. 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!
BHS LIBRARY NEWS:
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Tuesday 10/8: KCLS Teen Services Librarian will be in the BHS Library signing up students for all-access KCLS library cards and previewing new titles. Come by any time after 2nd period. We'll have applications on hand, but if you want to fill it out in advance, you can download the application in English HERE and in Spanish HERE.
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Wednesday 10/9: The library will be closed all day for PSAT / SAT testing!
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Check out Destiny Discover for some newly added titles and updated collections for Banned Books Week and Hispanic Heritage Month.
COMMUNITY NEWS:
OTHER BOOK NEWS:
Thank you!
SARAH BRYAN, MLIS
Library Specialist
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COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER UPDATES | |
Below are some updates from the College and Career Center, if you have questions, want to meet, or need more information just send me an email, Teams Chat, or use the link in my signature to book a meeting.
OPPORTUNITIES:
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Leaders for Ethics, Animals and the Planet (LEAP) As part of the LEAP program, students will participate in collaborative lessons and opportunities to learn from professionals in fields such as animal law, food science, veterinary medicine, sanctuary management, renewable energy, and more. Applications now open: https://www.pasadosafehaven.org/learn/leap-program-for-teens/
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Somerset Elementary PTSA: Third Annual Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday, Oct 26 from 3-5 pm and is looking for high school volunteers. Sign up here: Here is the high school volunteer sign up link.
COMMUNITY:
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Woodland Park Zoo is hosting a Zoo Career Explorations Day this fall, on Friday, October 11th, 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
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The WA-01 Congressional App-A-Thon is a one-day event that we host in conjunction with the Congressional App Competition. It is an opportunity for middle and high school students to work on applications that they may then submit to the Congressional App Challenge. The App-A-Thon will take place on Saturday, October 12th at UW Bothell from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Students can register for the App-A-Thon HERE.
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KCLS Life After High School: Discover International University Pathways, Tuesday, October 8, 6:30-7:30pm. Presented by Cynthia Seidel, On Course College Consulting.
COLLEGE VISITS: (all visits at 7:30 am in the library unless otherwise noted)
- Mon. 10/7: Lewis and Clark, University of Southern California
- Tues. 10/8: Franklin and Marshall College, Loyola Marymount University, Smith College, University of Massachusetts
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Wed. 10/9: Franklin University Switzerland, Whitman College, Bowdoin College, Dartmouth College, Princeton University, Wellesley College / Coast to Coast mini College Fair and Presentations (Sammamish HS 7:00 pm)
- Thur. 10/10: Rice University, Bucknell University
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Sat. 10/12: Eastern Washington Preview Day (Cheney, WA)
Lisa Hansen | College and Career Advisor
CLICK HERE TO BOOK A MEETING
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CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER FOR BHS CROSS COUNTRY
ON OCTOBER 16
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Please help support the BHS Cross Country team by eating Chipotle (10503 NE 4th street, Bellevue) from 5 to 9PM on Wednesday, October 16. Show the above flyer in the restaurant or order online for pick-up using code: 2V82CNY and Chipotle will donate 25% of your bill to support our team. Thank you! | |
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BHS FAN APPRECIATION / YOUTH SOCCER NIGHT
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No registration needed, just show up
ImPACT test takes about 30 – 45 minutes
Bring your BSD laptop for testing
WEDNESDAY 2pm (testing begins at 2pm, arrive early) Lower Aux Gym/North Gym Room 0302
October 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20
ImPACT test is required for cheer, football, soccer, divers, volleyball, water polo, basketball, gymnastics, wrestling, baseball, softball, lacrosse and pole vaulters
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ALL Bellevue High School Athletes committing to sports in college.
Sign together one place, one time.
BHS Senior Signing Day, BHS Main Gym, coming May of 2025
Please email Kelli Mayer, mayerk@bsd405.org include student name, college that our BHS Senior is committing too and what sports.
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BELLEVUE ATHLETICS SCHEDULE | |
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Monday October 7th
Boys Varsity Golf v. Lindbergh High School and Renton High School @ Bellevue Golf Course 3:30pm
Boys Water Polo v. Auburn Riverside High School @ Edgebrook Swim Club 4:00pm
Junior Varsity Football v. Bothell High School @ Bellevue High School 7:00pm
Girls C Team Soccer at Woodinville High School 7:00pm
Tuesday October 8th
Boys Varsity Golf v. Sammamish High School and Foster High School @ Bellevue Golf Course 2:45pm
Boys Varsity Tennis at Eastlake High School 3:45pm
Boys Junior Varsity Tennis v. Eastlake High School @ Bellevue High School 4:00pm
Girls C Team, Junior Varsity, Varsity Volleyball v. Skyline High School @ Bellevue High School C Team 5:15pm AUX, JV 5:15pm Main, Varsity 7:00pm Main Gym
Supervisor Matt Stokes
Gym Manager Minh Nguyen
Scoreboard Jerry Iseman
Tickets Debra Andrews
Girls Varsity Soccer v. Bothell High School @ Pop Keeney Stadium, Bothell 5:30pm
Girls Junior Varsity Soccer at Bothell High School 7:00pm
Marching Band Practice in Stadium 7:00pm
Wednesday October 9th
Boys Water Polo v. Mercer Island High School at site to be determined and time to be determined
Freshmen Football at Bothell High School 7:00pm
Girls C Team Soccer v. Bothell High School @ Bellevue High School 8:00pm
Thursday October 10th
Girls Swim and Dive v. Mercer Island High School @ Mary Wayte Pool, Mercer Island 3:30pm
Boys Junior Varsity Tennis at Mercer Island High School 4:00pm
Boys Varsity Tennis v. Mercer Island High School @ Bellevue High School 4:00pm
Girls C Team, Junior Varsity, Varsity Volleyball v. Interlake High School @ Bellevue High School C Team 5:15pm AUX, JV 5:15pm Main, Varsity 7:00pm Main Gym
Supervisor John Hill
Gym Manager/Scoreboard Jerry Iseman
Tickets Debra Andrews
Girls Junior Varsity and Varsity Soccer v. North Creek High School @ Bellevue High School JV 5:30pm, Varsity 7:30pm
Supervisor John Hill
Stadium Manager/Scoreboard Minh Nguyen
Tickets Cathy Lanning
Friday October 11th
Varsity Football v. Skyline High School @ Bellevue High School 7:00pm
Supervisor Vic Anderson, Matt Stokes, Jocelyn Alexander, Cathy Wellington, John Hill
Stadium Manager Minh Nguyen
Tickets Set Up and Manager Jerry Iseman
Tickets Debra Andrews, Cathy Lanning, Gina Kinan, Mark Morrow, Muideen Ibitowa, Geoff Nelson
Announcer Will Linser
Spotter Kristin Bennett
Scoreboard Dave Sherbrooke and Greg Pardee
Saturday October 12th
Boys and Girls Cross Country at Lakewood High School “Hole in the Wall XC Invitational” 9:00am
Boys Water Polo at Mt. Hood Water Polo Tourney
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NEWPORT HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY HOLIDAY MARKET | |
SOMERSET PTSA TRUNK-OR-TREAT | |
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Somerset Elementary PTSA is hosting our Third Annual Trunk-or-Treat on Saturday Oct 26 from 3-5pm in the Somerset Parking Lot.
We are looking for high school volunteers to help at the event. High school volunteer responsibilities include supporting Trunk Hosts, replenishing candy if needed, helping to keep our school clean, and general crowd control/safety of the event. Overall, this would be a fun and easy event for high school volunteers!
Here is the high school volunteer sign up link.
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CHERRY CREST ELEMENTARY SPELLING BEE | |
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Cherry Crest Elementary is hosting our annual Spelling Bees and need your help!
We're on a mission to make history at this year's Spelling Bee, and we need enthusiastic volunteers like you to be part of the magic. Join us in creating an unforgettable experience, celebrating language, and spelling our way to success. We are looking for high school volunteers who are interested in being the pronouncers at Cherry Crest 2024-2025 Spelling Bee Competition. Volunteers are welcome to volunteer for 1 or more session based on their availability.
What: Cherry Crest Elementary Spelling Bees – Preliminary
When: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Where: Cherry Crest Elementary
12400 NE 32nd St, Bellevue, WA 98005
What: Cherry Crest Elementary Spelling Bees – Finals
When: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Where: Cherry Crest Elementary
12400 NE 32nd St, Bellevue, WA 98005
We invite high school students to come volunteer:
How:
~Please sign-up to be a Pronouncer for November 6, 2024 at
https://www.marapod.com/org/clhzsyix50004l308kifhzhfb/events/cm13xgct1001iubnnz11y03eg .
- Please sign-up to be a Pronouncer for February 5, 2025 at
https://www.marapod.com/org/clhzsyix50004l308kifhzhfb/events/cm13xnyv0001mubnnd2m9hdej
~No experience required. Volunteer hours available.
~ Volunteers’ responsibilities include:
We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your help very much!
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BELLEVUE BLAST ARTICLE DEADLINE | |
The deadlines for submitting Bellevue Blast articles are as follows:
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School news and PTSA articles – Friday 6 pm deadline
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Athletics and Activities articles – Sunday 6 pm deadline
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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!
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PTSA EXECUTIVE BOARD / QUICK LINKS | | |
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Our Address:
10416 Wolverine Way
Bellevue, Washington
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