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Upcoming Events and Deadlines
| 10/6 |
6:30 PM |
Curriculum Night |
| 10/11 |
7:00 PM |
PTSA Board Meeting |
| 10/14 |
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No School - Professional Development Day |
| 10/24 - 10/28 |
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Spirit Week |
| 10/25 |
7:00 PM |
PTSA General Membership Meeting |
| 10/29 |
8:00 PM |
Homecoming Dance |
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Campus Improvement Committee
The ISPTSA is creating a Campus Improvement Committee to look at ways the PTSA can improve the look and atmosphere of the campus for our students and staff. We would be looking at adding plantings by the entrance to the school, creating better surroundings for the courtyard by plantings or other accessories and performing other improvements in the school that the committee comes up with.
This committee would meet once or twice a month at the beginning to create ideas and plans for improvements.
Depending on the committee makeup, we will either meet during the day, afternoon or evening. Once plans were created, we would schedule work days, probably one in the fall as time is of the essence in any plantings now and a couple more. These workdays can have volunteer hours for HS students. If you are interested in helping out a worthwhile and rewarding effort at International, please contact Meribeth Nordloef-Pedersen,
pedersentrio@msn.com
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Looking to start meeting the week of October 10th.
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Bellevue PTSA Council invotes Bellevue's Middle School Child(ren) to:
MOVIE: Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life
Bellevue PTSA Council invites all Bellevue middle school students to a FREE preview of the upcoming movie based on the novel by James Patterson. *We have secured 100 tickets only.
When: Wednesday, October 5, 2016, 5:45PM
*Movie begins at 6:30PM
Location: Bellevue's Cinemark Lincoln Square Theatre (on the 3rd floor of Lincoln Square - Downtown Bellevue)
ABOUT THE MOVIE
Imaginative quiet teenager Rafe Katchadorian is tired of his middle school's obsession with the rules at the expense of any and all creativity. Desperate to shake things up, Rafe and his best friends have come up with a plan: break every single rule in the school and let the students run wild. - Written byCBS Films Rated: PG
*Middle school students only please!
**Remember to support your school PTA by becoming a member
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The ISPTSA will be showing the documentary Screenagers later this Fall for our parent community and during some classes to students. Stay tuned for more details.
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The ISPTSA Needs You!
Please consider volunteering for one of these crucial positions to help continue to make our PTSA a strong organization that works toward the goals of serving our International School students, staff and community:
VP Fundraising
Responsible for working with volunteers to organize and manage the Fall and Spring Fundraising campaigns to meet budget revenue goals.
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Visit our website keep informed about what is going with ISPTSA including meetings, programs and community events and activities. We hope it will be your home for joining the ISPTSA, volunteering, signing up for the Messenger weekly newsletter and keeping current on what is happening at the school.
Please take a moment to:
1) Create an ISPTSA account or update your current information. We will be using this for directory information. We will also have an online directory which will be available to ISPTSA members.
2) Join the ISPTSA, just click on the link that says Join.
3) Sign up for the Monday Messenger weekly e-newsletter, this is the best way to get the most current information on what is happening at school.
4) Volunteer - There are lots of ways to volunteer, both from home and at school. Parent involvement in creating and staffing programs such as Reflections, Staff Appreciation, Grade level representatives, awarding grants and editing the website is what makes IS unique.
5) Donate - Your donations to the PTSA allows us to invest, approximately $100,000 a year toward the school's mission of academic excellence through a broad spectrum of curriculum extension grants, programs, clubs, and community building.
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Resolve to Save Lives in 2016!
BLOOD DRIVE
Wednesday, October 5th!
Sponsored by Junior State of America (JSA)
Location: IS
Library
NEW TIMES!! Appointments available
every 15 minutes
from 12:30-2:45pm and 4:00-6:15pm.
(Only staff/parents may sign up for 12:30 - 1:30 spots.)
Contact JSA Donation Appointments here to make an appointment.
18+ or donated before? No permission form needed.
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Curriculum Night: Thurs. 10/6
Curriculum Night
will begin with a presentation in the gym from 6:30 to 7:00, followed by 10 minute sessions in each class period with your student/s teachers.
We look forward to connecting with parents and deepening our collaboration this year in support of your students. We hope to see everyone at one of our most important and fun parent nights!
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Poinsettias for Sale - Order Now!
Would you like a beautiful, easy gift for family, co-workers, friends and teachers this holiday season? Or one-stop shopping for your holiday decor? If so, the IS Senior Class of 2017 has got you covered! We are
continuing the tradition of the popular Poinsettia Fundraiser! (Funds raised are earmarked for the Senior Class' graduation events.) These high quality Squak Mountain flowers are available in red, white, or pink.
They
come in 6.5" pots,
and stand about 14-16" tall. They are priced at $17 each, of course! The form is attached, with more located in the office right next to our Poinsettia Box. WE WILL ALSO HAVE A TABLE
SET
UP
AT CURRICULUM
NIGHT this Thursday, October 6, SO BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK!
Deadline for orders: Friday, Nov. 4th, 2016
Plants will be available to be picked up at school Monday, Nov. 28th from 3-5 pm
Please make checks payable to IS class of 2017 and note "Poinsettia" on memo line. You can send the check to the address on the order form or drop by the IS office and drop the check into the Poinsettia Box. If you prefer to support the class with a cash donation in lieu of receiving plants, your donations are welcome. The IS Class of 2017 THANKS YOU for your support! Any questions, e-mail Kelly Skaran at mkellyo@skaran.com
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Have an Extra Refrigerator?
The Science Department is in urgent need of a full size refrigerator to store materials for experiments and labs as the current one has failed. Please contact Lee Holt by emailing holti@bsd405.org if you have a refrigerator to donate.
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New Student Information System
As you may know, Bellevue School District (BSD) have been in the process of evaluating new student information systems. BSD has completed an extensive vetting process and selected Edupoint Synergy to be our new student information system and gradebook beginning fall 2017. Synergy will replace Aspen as our central student information application for student data, including contact information, health information, grades, transcripts, course history, test history, and schedules.
Why Synergy?
Edupoint Synergy will give our district the robust and highly usable tool we've been looking for in a student information system. Edupoint is a forward-thinking company committed to the future of education and growing a partnership with us. We're excited to share this new tool with you and teach you all about it!
Synergy aligns with many of our district's guiding principles, including:
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Collaboration & Communication
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Together with Synergy, we are looking forward to:
- A user interface that is modern and intuitive
- More accurate, insightful data
- Streamlined processes
- Ability to deliver individualized instruction
- Track, measure, and improve learning
- Engage parents and students
What's next?
In the coming months, we'll be hard at work implementing the new system, developing training materials, and scheduling training sessions for Synergy users.
Sign up
to receive periodic updates about the new student information system.
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New Computer Club at IS: Help Wanted
The IPTSA Board has approved supporting a computer club at International School, and we are looking for parents to help lead the effort.
If you have professional experience in computer science, and being part of a team to start this after school club, please contact IPTSA Chair David Doud at
president@isptsa.org
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Titan Players are excited to present, William Shakespeare's "Tempest".
Look out for ticket order forms coming soon.
We would love to see the I.S. community come out and support our drama program!
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Middle School and High School Students, it's time for the PTA's annual Reflections Program. Entries are judged on creative ability and interpretation of the theme. The Reflections Program is structured for PTAs to recognize students at the local, council, state, and national levels. Entries are first judged at the local level and selected works are chosen to represent the PTA at each subsequent level.
This year's theme is: "What Is Your Story". Only original works of art are accepted. The six areas are: Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts, Film/Video, and Choreography/Dance. All entries with an attached student entry form are due to the school office by: November 14th, Monday.
For student entry form, click here.
For rules/guidelines, click here.
For more information, please contact Reflection chair Josephine Anderson at liudesign@aol.com
or 425-753-3134 .
Thank You! We look forward to seeing those submissions!
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First Lego League Registration Open
Titan Robotics Middle School program FIRST Lego League (FLL) now has registration open on our website. Students work with Lego Mindstorm EV3 kits to build and program robots on a 4x8 table to complete challenges and also complete a research project related to this years theme Animal Allies. You can find out more about the program at
www.firstlegoleague.org.We do not have the current day and time set as we are still looking for adults to help run the program. Please mark what days and times you are available when registering. We will not have anyone pay until we set the final day and time.
Please register
HERE. There are only 30 spots on the team so we will start a waiting list if more students are interested than that. We are still looking for adults to help run the program. If you are interested please email
amy@titanrobotics.net. You would be assisted by a team of high school mentors with experience with all the technology.
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High School Start Time Feedback
Bellevue School District continues to collect input and comment on the new HS School Start times. If you have feedback, comments on how its impacting your student, positively or negatively, please email
HSStarttime@bsd405.org
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French Exchange
"Bonjour! Are you interested in the French Exchange this year?
We still have five spots open for high school boys who would like to go to France (March 29 - April 13, 2017). We are gearing up to welcome our French exchange students soon (November 30 - December 15, 2016). We are in need of five families willing to host a high school French student during their visit here. It is possible to host here in December without going to France in April, although there is availability for both. If interested, please contact Joe Kheriaty at
kheriatyj@bsd405.org. Merci!"
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| Sports News & Opportunities |
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High School Athletic Opportunities
Does your child want to get involved in High School Athletics?
Of course they do!
Find all registration information on the District Athletic Page:
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Another Great Start for Boys Water Polo
The team has faced good competition resulting in a couple of nail biters against the area's premier teams. Led by senior captains, Sam Geffe, Jesse Hainze and Cameron Hayes, the Wolverines have a solid 6-1 record, falling short to Curtis in week one. Upcoming the Wolverines will be facing:
* 10/4 vs Inglemoor @ Aqua Club in Kenmore 8pm
* 10/6 vs Ballard/Ingraham @ Aqua Club in Kenmore 8pm
* 10/10 vs Newport @ Edgebrook pool 4pm
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Oct 12 - 7:30 pm @ Mercer Island Country Club. The Wolverines could really use your support against a strong Islander team and their fans. Come out to cheer on your Wolverines!
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 2016 Youth Bellevue Wolverines
Girls Lacrosse Fall Ball
Grades 3-8
All ability levels welcome!
Held Sunday afternoons 10/9, 16, 23, 30 and 11/6 at Chinook West.
Cost $50
Great opportunity for those new to lacrosse and want to learn the game. Also for those interested in keeping their stick skills sharp during the fall season.
2016 Youth Bellevue Wolverines
Girls Lacrosse Fall Ball
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| Miscellaneous News & Opportunities |
TechSmartKids Computer Science Coding Class
TechSmartKids, a
leading provider of K-12 computer science education for is offering before and after school computer science coding classes in Bellevue this fall. No prior coding experience required.
Classes meet once a week for 1.5 hours for 10 weeks and begin the week of October 3rd:
- Fall Session - $425
- Full Year Option - $1,275
Introduction to computer science and coding in Python, a professional general-purpose programming language widely used in
the software industry.
- Tue 4:15 - 5:45pm (Tyee Middle School)
- Wed 4:15 - 5:45pm (Chinook Middle School)
Students learn to design & develop interactive modern websites using professional tools, frameworks and libraries. This course focuses on Front End Web Development and the following primary areas: HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript.
- Wed 3:15 - 4:45pm (Tyee Middle School)
- Mon 4:15 - 5:45pm (Chinook Middle School)
CS401 is the first course in a series of three CS400 level Java Coding courses (CS401, CS402 and CS403) that are designed to introduce students to fundamental computer science concepts and the
Java
programming language. This course is designed for students with no previous coding experience and is designed to be a "gentle" and engaging introduction to computer science and
Java
programming. CS401 will prepare students for the high school AP® Computer Science A class, as well as introductory college computer science classes (such as the University of Washington's CSE142 Computer Programming I class).
- Wed 5:45 - 7:15pm (Bellevue High School)
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Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS) is seeking high school juniors who wish to kickstart their STEM careers and earn college credit!
In WAS, students earn college credit by completing online curriculum that focuses on space travel. By completing the online program, students may earn acceptance into a week-long Summer Residency at The Museum of Flight where they will work with professional mentors to plan a mission to Mars, tour engineering facilities, and compete in hands-on engineering challenges. Teachers are also encouraged to apply as evaluators and summer residency facilitators.
Applications for the 2016-17 session of WAS are available HERE
and are due by November 4, 2016.
Click HERE to learn more.
For questions, contact:
Paz Clearwater |
Education Specialist | The Museum of Flight
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Messenger Submissions
Want to submit information to publish in the Messenger? Please submit your information by
FRIDAY.
(Submissions are subject to PTA approval).
Plain text is preferred, although you are welcome to send along an image or icon to include. Need to link to a registration form? Send us the link to include or a pdf copy.
Note: you will no longer receive an automatic confirmation response when submitting.
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School Directory and Links
ATTENDANCE 425-456-6545
MAIN OFFICE 425-456-6500
COUNSELING 425-456-6542
REGISTRAR 425-456-6535
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| Supporting PTSA
You can donate at any time by simply writing your check to the International School PTSA and sending it to school: 445 128th Ave. SE, Bellevue, WA 98005 Or even easier - just donate via PayPal!
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International School Store
Show your school spirit! Shop for sweatshirts, t-shirts, duffel bags and more! Visit the International School Fieldhouse store. Proceeds benefit the International School ASB.
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Contact Us:
President: David Doud
E-Mail: president@isptsa.org
President-Elect: Meribeth Nordloef-Pedersen
E-Mail: pres-elect@isptsa.org
VP - Outreach: Carolyn Watson and Allison Stirret
VP - Communications: Leo de Barros Barreto
Membership: Sylvia Abrahamsson
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