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2/22/21 ~ Parent Newsletter

Mrs. Walton,

6th Grade Teacher

Dear Families,

Formational learning experiences (FLEx) are a significant component of spiritual formation at Bellevue Christian. We believe every Christian school classroom should provide authentic opportunities for young people to do real work to meet the real needs of real people.

This year our 6th-grade students were invited into the story of a nonprofit called "Abide Well." This non-profit organization builds and provides strong brick homes for the people of Eswatini, Africa, who currently live-in weak mud and stick homes. The goal is to see every family in Eswatini abide well and extend this out to their communities. If you would like more information on the non-profit, here is a link: https://www.abidewell.org/.

Our storyline this year is to Be the Change. It was easy to see how the work of this non-profit melds together with this storyline. The students brainstormed what they could do to bring a positive change to the world, even from a distance. They decided to create a t-shirt that "Abide Well" could sell to help build homes in Eswatini, Africa. Our students worked very hard and meticulously, and through a rubric that they came up with, decided on a design that reflects Abide Wells's mission and work. We are all very excited to see the t-shirt once it is ready and to observe how it will help the people of Eswatini. We look forward to sharing the design once the t-shirt is done.

“My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings, and in quiet resting places.” Isaiah 38:12

Feb.

Tomorrow

Early Release Day - School dismisses at 12:53pm

Teacher Appreciation Week: 5/4 - 5/7

Do you have the gift of hospitality and want to help make Teacher Appreciation Week Special?

We are looking for a couple of parents to help plan and make Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week (5/4-5/7) extra special. Please consider volunteering for this opportunity.

If you are interested please email PTF E-Board member, Rebekah Metteer at rebekahmetteer@gmail.com.

Car Chute Safety

Reminders:

At morning drop-off, when pulling into the car chute, please stay to the far right, hugging the red curb so that others can get by you on the left to fill in empty spaces for temperature checks.

Before leaving the line on the right, check to be certain no one is passing by you on the left. We've had some close calls and we want everyone to stay safe.

At afternoon pick-up, please wait your turn, avoid going around to fill in empty spaces. Please patiently wait your turn to move forward and pick up your child(ren).

Thank you for your cooperation. Having everyone's cooperation helps us keep our students, staff, and families safe during drop-off and pick-up.

Attendance

Regular attendance during the school year is vitally important. Attendance is much more than a logistical footnote in the official school log. It's a matter of not only receiving a high-caliber education but also contributing to the learning experience, which is done in community.

We believe education is not merely a process of information transfer. It is a formational experience that allows all involved to participate, contribute, and benefit.

Sometimes it's a formal lesson, other times a side conversation with a teacher. There are also accountability and relational dynamics that can only take place in-person. When these elements are combined, the student is part of a holistic and relational school experience that just can't be replicated in another format.

However, if your child will be absent, please email your child's teacher, cc: threepointsoffice@bellevuechristian.org and include the reason for the absence.

You may also call the front office at (425) 454-3977. If your child will miss 2 days or more in a row (due to something other than illness), we ask that you complete a Planned Absence Form two weeks prior to the absence. Thank you.

Chapel

Each week we set aside time to worship and learn about God together. Click on the box below to watch this week's Chapel, hosted by Rev. Daniel Rogers.

Watch this week's Chapel

Preschool News

Preschool Calendar

Preschool Celebrates Snow and Dental Health month!

The snow provided lots of excitement at preschool! It added fun to recess as well as some science opportunities! Mrs. Lowe asked each prekindergartner to gather a cup of snow. Once inside their classroom, children were provided individual trays with pipettes and paint to experiment with. Children noticed that the paint sped up melting, mixed colors created new colors, and so much more!

February also brings a dental health focus to pre-k. Children poured sugary soda onto hard-boiled eggs and wondered what might happen to the eggs overnight. The next day, children attempted to clean the dyed eggs with their toothbrushing skills. Each child marveled at the lack of effect their attempts had on their dyed egg and made connections to how important it is to clean our teeth well! Mrs. Lowe used upside-down ice cube trays to simulate teeth as children practiced flossing and toothbrushing. Together children practiced brushing in circles as they cleaned teeth (ice cube trays) that were dirty from broccoli and strawberries (red and green dry erase markers). Pre-k students also counted teeth, wrote key dental words, and constructed an adorable mouth. This dental care focus provided many learning opportunities!

Handbook

2021 Auction

We are less than a month away!

We hope you'll make plans to check out our online bidding starting Mar. 15 and register for the FREE event Mar. 20.

Registration is open for our 2021 Auction set for Saturday, March 20! We hope you'll make plans to check out our online bidding starting Mar. 15 and register for the free event Mar. 20.

Livestream Event:

March 20

6:30pm: Tune-in and view auction items

7pm: Livestream event begins

This year's theme is "Together in Spirit," and features a live stream program straight to your home, including a silent and live auction with Auctioneer Fred Northrup, Jr, and Asst. Principal and event Emcee Mike Olson. We will have delicious food and wine packages available for pickup in advance of the event, and an opportunity to "Raise the Paddle" in support of Bellevue Christian's Fine and Performing Arts programs!

Another way to pitch in: Help us procure items for Auction!

Popular Items:

Sporting goods & tickets

Custom artwork

Golf lessons/getaways

Ski or beach vacation packages

WA staycation packages

Unique family experiences

Fine dining gift certificates

You can help the BCS 2021 Auction be a success by donating items for procurement via the link below. Thank you!

Donate an Item or Service

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

Interested in sponsorship? Learn more HERE or contact danielle.mercier@bellevuechristian.org.

COVID-19

Our state has a program to help people who have to isolate or quarantine as well as other information related to the pandemic.

Learn more about the "Care Connect Washington" program and view additional COVID-19-related information on our

COVID-19 webpage.

Parents, please remember to complete the daily health screening for your child via the Magnus Health app. When a green "GO" pops up, take a screenshot of it and show it to school personnel as you're going through the car chute. Thank you!

Save money where you already shop!

Our Scrip program is liquidating its inventory of gift cards.

Scrip is a simple way to pay for your family’s everyday purchases. You can use Scrip gift cards in place of cash, checks, and credit cards at your favorite stores, gas stations, restaurants, etc.

Discounts for remaining Scrip cards have been increased to 10-25% off!

Check out our remaining inventory to see what great deals you can pick up today.

This final inventory will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis by emailing scrip@bellevuechristian.org