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The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
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Help us support our students and teachers in this challenging time.
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PANDEMIC PRESSURE: CALM PARENTING IN TIMES OF CRISIS
GETTING TO CALM IN THE CORONAVIRUS CHAOS
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Join BHS PTSA on Tuesday, October 13
from 7 pm - 8:30 pm
for a virtual Parent Education Lecture by
Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
The current spiraling global health crisis has the power to wreak havoc on our mental health, strain our family relationships and completely undermine our “normal” parenting strategies. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In times when something outside of our control happens, it’s what we do as parents with what we can control that really shapes our children into cool, kind kids with character.
Though ensuring domestic tranquility will remain challenging as we navigate the coronavirus crisis, we must rise to the occasion. Join nationally recognized author and speaker Dr. Laura Kastner for an empowering virtual talk and Q & A about parenting and relating strategies that will help our children, our partners and ourselves find calm in the chaos. Drawing research-based best practices from her years of clinical practice and from her best-selling “Getting to Calm” book series, Dr. Kastner will share expert tips and tools to manage the pressures and opportunities of parenting during a crisis, including how to:
· Maintain stability and flexibility in the face of unpredictability
· Manage the anxiety that springs from isolation, uncertainty, fear and feelings of powerlessness
· Balance your teen’s need for independence with the need for social distancing and community responsibility for public health
You’ll be inspired to keep calm and parent on, focusing on the factors and habits that will make your family bonds stronger.
Watch the Blast for a link to the evening Microsoft Live event. Dr. Anderson will moderate the lecture and will feed parent questions to Dr. Kastner during the Q & A. If you have questions you’d like Dr. Kastner to address, email them to us at presidents@bellevuehighptsa.com. We will collect your questions and share them with Dr. Kastner. She will select questions to address live after the lecture.
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Our Curriculum Night is ready for your viewing. You can access Curriculum Night by clicking on the link, BHS Flipgrid. Once on the site, you will see a brief welcome and videos by myself, our PTSA Co-Presidents and new Dean of Students, Rob Duren. Please take a few minutes to view these.
To find your students’ teachers, scroll the top and look to the left. You will see a link titles, View 12 Topics. Click on the link and choices will drop down listing each department. Select a department and you will see teachers listed by name and course title. Simply click on the pictures and their video will begin.
The Curriculum Night Link will remain active for two or more weeks so you can go back and view teacher videos at your leisure.
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PICTURE DAY AND YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION |
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We are offering Picture Day and Yearbook Distribution on campus this week on October 1st and 2nd (Thursday and Friday) between 12:30-5:30 p.m. If you can’t make it or would prefer to wait, there will be another opportunity after we return to in-person schooling. See the attached documents for a detailed schedule and ordering information.
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EXPLORE THE ARTS AND EXPRESS YOURSELF
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful not only in school, but in life.
The theme for the 2020-2021 program year is I Matter Because.... Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. 3D Works will not be accepted this year.
Deadline for submitting your entries is Friday, November 20, 2020, 6 PM. Given the impact of COVID-19, the Reflections program will be run virtually this year, so we’ll accept virtual submission only. However, the actual physical art work will need to be submitted for the national entry subsequently. Visit Bellevue High PTSA website to learn more.
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ONLINE PRACTICE ACT AND SAT TESTS |
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GREAT NEWS!!
The BHS Class of 2022 in conjunction with Princeton Review is offering:
ONLINE PRACTICE
ACT AND SAT TESTS.
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Saturday October 17th
9:00 am
How does it work?
- Students register through BHS PTSA.
- The fee is $25 and all proceeds benefit the BHS Class of 2022.
- Princeton Review creates online accounts and enrolls students into the virtual exams.
- On the test day, students log in from home or whatever location they choose and take the exams online.
- Exams are digitally timed and proctored.
- Results are available immediately.
To register, please use the following link:
For updated information from BSD on ACT, SAT and PSAT testing, use this link:
Note: These tests are open to students from any school or school district.
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WOLVERINE GUARD 2020-21
Kudos to all students who are working hard to make time and find ways to serve others during these challenging times! For those who could use some ideas, please see the list we have posted on the WG website, http://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/.
Annie Roth and Nancy Huenefeld Gese, the 2020-21 WG co-chairs, would be happy to work with any students who could use help brainstorming other volunteer options or who would like to discuss whether the ideas they are considering can count toward WG. Please reach out to us at wolverineguard@bellevuehighptsa.com.
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PANORAMA STUDENT SURVEY COMING IN EARLY OCTOBER |
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Student Well-being is a priority to the Bellevue School District. We want to foster and promote healthy social-emotional skills for all our students so they can learn and thrive. We have been partnering with Panorama Education over the past few years to help schools and our district learn about students’ thoughts around school climate and provide teacher feedback.
In order to learn more about student experiences, we will be asking for your child’s feedback using the Panorama Social Emotional Learning Survey. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is a process through which individuals build awareness and skills in managing emotions, setting goals, establishing relationships, and making responsible decisions that support success in school and in life. Students in grades 3rd through 12th grade will be asked to complete the Panorama SEL online survey during the school day in early October. The survey will ask students to self-reflect on their own social and emotional skills. See the attached letters with more information including the survey questions.
· Students in grades 6-12 will complete the survey between October 6th & 7th
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Wednesday, September 30 12:30-1: Breakout Session about UW and UC application – Cancelled
College and Career Specialist will be holding the workshops below: NEW
September 30: Coalition Workshop with Alishia Ruff, University of Washington
October 7: BSD FAFSA/WASFA Information and Q&A
October 14: Common Application Workshop with Patrick McCarthy, Seattle University
October 21: UC Mentor Application Workshop (tentative)
Our counselors presented to seniors last Wednesday. If your senior missed it, the meetings were recorded and are available in the BHS Senior! Team Channels, or see the links below. We separated into 2 channels by student last name, but the presentations had the same information. We also uploaded the stand alone PowerPoint in Naviance: Document Resources in the “Presentations” folder.
Follow Up Information:
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Senior Blitz: Seniors should be on the lookout for a calendar invite for your Senior Blitz appointment between September 21-October 2. If you are not able to attend the time you are assigned, please email Ms. Campbell (cambelld@bsd405.org) to reschedule:
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FERPA: I have attached a copy of the FERPA to this email. Please sign and return this document to Ms. Littrell (littrell@bsd405.org) before your Senior Blitz appointment.
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Break Out Sessions: Information about helpful breakout sessions is below.
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Naviance: Use this link to find helpful videos about using Naviance during your college application process: https://www.screencast.com/t/Eibj9gqU
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Additional College Application Support: Ms. Hansen, our College & Career Advisor, is available to help with creating college lists, application advice and essay review. She can be reached hansenl@bsd405.org. In addition, Counselors will be available every Wednesday in October from 12:30 to 1:00 BHS Seniors! channel to offer application support.
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Requesting Counselor Letters of Rec: Use this link to request a Letter of Rec from your counselor: www.tinyurl.com/counselorletterofrecrequest
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FIRST SEMESTER CLUBS 2020 |
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Thank you Parents of the Wolverines! I know your students are waiting for clubs to start but please read the details below and make sure everything is checked off before your first meeting! Please advise your students if they are interested in starting a club at BHS!
The district is requiring all clubs in Bellevue School District to fill out:
- New Charter form ( if a new club)
- RE-charter (doesn’t matter if this is your second year or not, you MUST re-charter)
- New Constitution – We need you to update your constitution and must have this verbiage in it-
1. Can meet online- virtual meetings are allowed
2. Can hold virtual elections
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Send your New Charter form or Re-charter and Constitution to Kelli- mayerk@bsd405.org
- Wait until your club is approved by ASB.
- After approval of your club, you may have your first meeting
- Must have advisor present in all virtual meetings
- Advisor must take attendance on Final Forms
You want to communicate to the school to promote your club? That is excellent!
- Student leaders must provide the email for advisors to proofread.
- After the advisor approves, the advisor will to the student body.
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Advisor will CC me@ hurleyl@bsd405.org
When is the last day of the to create first semester clubs? October 30th, 2020
When is the First Semester Club Fair? November 3rd, 2020 Tuesday
Thank you, Parents of the Wolverines, I hope this answers your questions and more!
Ms. Kelli and Sensei
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MATH CLUB & AMC REGISTRATION 2020/21 |
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“Bellevue Math Club is looking for new members! If your student is interested in joining Math Club or participating in the AMC competitions this winter, please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/pHBgv6vQSom8ptJRA.
Filling out the form will allow your student to receive all club communications and information about upcoming meetings and competitions.
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Hello Wolverines,
The BHS Drill and Dance team is excited to announce that we are extending our registration until October 6th. Due to COVID guidelines and restrictions we will not be hosting try-outs this season, so anyone that would like to sign up will be welcomed onto the team! All forms must be submitted through Final Forms linked HERE.
Really appreciate your help here,
Lesly Mohr
BHS Drill and Dance team boosters president
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BELLEVUE CHEER CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER |
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Have Chipotle for dinner on Wednesday October 7th (4-8pm) from downtown Bellevue Chipotle, next to Evergreens Salads. You can also order online (with code CL6MYM) or purchase in-store with this flyer! Pass this onto your family and friends, we appreciate your support!
Please see the detail information HERE.
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CONNECT WITH BSD THROUGH LET’S TALK |
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We want to hear from you! Connect with the Bellevue School District via our Let’s Talk! communications portal for questions about district services, departments or programs. Just select the appropriate category in Let’s Talk!
Let’s Talk! allows parents, guardians and community members to send direct messages to staff in departments and programs – it's just like sending an email. Simply select the best category that fits your question and submit it. Include your contact information if you would like a reply. Please keep in mind that if you choose to submit your question anonymously or do not include your email address, staff are not able to reply to your message.
Please contact staff at your student’s school about schedules, attendance and other questions specific to your student’s school. Connect with your student’s teacher, principal or another member of their team, like an assistant principal or office manager via email or phone. Contact information for school staff are available on each school’s website. Visit the BSD website and select Schools in the top menu to find your school.
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BSD IS OFFERING DRIVE THROUGH FLU CLINICS |
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NO CAR? NO PROBLEM! WALK-UPS – BIKE-UPS WITH APPOINTMENTS
WELCOME ~ EVERYONE is welcome
Students, employees, families and neighbors (*over the age of 4 years)
Monday, October 5, 2020, 10:00 – 6:00 – Odle Middle School
Tuesday, October 6, 2020, 10:00 – 6:00 – Odle Middle School
Wednesday, October 7, 2020, 10:00 – 6:00 – Newport High School
Thursday, October 8, 2020, 9:00 – 5:00 – Newport High School
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BELLEVUE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION 2020 |
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The Bellevue School District is fortunate to partner with the Bellevue Schools Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises private funds to support our schools. Since it began, they have raised over $30M for our school district. Public funding in the United States is not enough to guarantee that our students receive a top-notch education. The Bellevue Schools Foundation helps make up the difference by asking parents, local businesses, and community members to donate.
At our school, the funding supports Signs of Suicide. Mental health counseling and screening are provided with all 7th and 10th grade students screened in health, helping students to balance strong academic and personal well-being. At elementary schools the funding supports computer science programming, books to reflect our cultural diversity for our classrooms and digital libraries, and training for our teacher. This year is unlike any other and with your help, BSF is also funding these critical programs; technology support needed for every child to thrive, childcare for essential workers and children facing homelessness, and Family Connection Centers to provide food and rental assistance guidance.
These critical programs give our students the continuity they need for uninterrupted learning and ongoing academic engagement.
In addition to supporting your PTSA, I hope you’ll consider donating to the Foundation, if your family is able. Whether you can give $5 or $500, your contribution helps our students receive the best possible educational outcomes.
Please take a look at the attached slides with information about program support provided by the Bellevue Schools Foundation. You can learn more at bellevueschoolsfoundation.org.
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TEDxYouth@Bellevue High School |
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TEDxYouth@BellevueHighSchool is the only youth-led TEDx chapter in Bellevue. We aim to spark nuanced discussions in the world via inspirational and educational presentations. TEDxYouth@BellevueHighSchool was founded on the belief that young peoples’ voices are worthy of being heard, and to give young people a platform for change. Around 73% of the population has a fear of public speaking from underlying fear of judgment, the majority being young people, but many assert that they lack an environment where they can express their opinions. We offer a platform that encourages youth to raise their voices confidently.
This year’s theme is The World Is In Our Hands. Our event is an ongoing, virtual event where speakers of all ages and backgrounds present their opinions on global issues while also developing hope and dreams for the future. We hope to inspire students and the global community through meaningful, in-depth discussions. Notable speakers include Taylor Jones, Associate planner with the City of Fife, Mark Perez, Author and Speaker, and Jonathon DeYoe, author of the 2017 Amazon Bestseller Mindful Money.
Applications to become a speaker for TEDx Speaker is on our official website. Anybody with a story is eligible to apply. Member applications and sponsors are also open and welcomed.
We are accepting speakers on a rolling basis. People can click here to apply to become a speaker.
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SEPTEMBER IS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH |
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The Child Mind Institute reports that "for most parents it comes as no surprise that the pandemic has taken a serious toll on the emotional wellbeing of teenagers and young adults. Grief and loss, prolonged isolation and inactivity can all trigger depression and other mental health challenges. But a new report sheds light on an especially troubling trend: Over a quarter of young adults surveyed in June said that they’d seriously considered suicide in the past month.
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YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS ACADEMY – FALL VIRTUAL CLASS – APPLICATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 5TH
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The Bellevue Chamber and the Bellevue School District have partnered over the last several years providing an opportunity for students to consider participating in the Young Entrepreneurs Academy for the middle and high school students in the Bellevue School District. This year, we will begin the virtual class in October and it will run for four weeks. There is an application process and a fee associated with the program. We typically have 15-18 students participate. This year we will run two sessions one in the fall and one in the spring. Hopefully, we can also have a summer program. The students learn all about what the necessary steps are to start a business from idea to business plan to pitch to investors. In addition, there is a national competition in the spring for one student to present to national corporate leaders. Here are links to more information. The applications will be due no later than October 5th. Typically, we have been able to provide this information to your school leaders or through the website.
Young Entrepreneurs Academy:
Application:
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StolenYouth is hosting its annual Town Hall this year~ virtually~ on October 15th, 2020. This year’s topic – “Going Online: The Changing Landscape of Child Sex Trafficking” – affects all parents, young men and women.
At this event, local and national experts, including U.S. Associate Deputy Attorney General and National Coordinator for Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking, Stacie B. Harris and Brooke Istook with Thorn, will discuss the current reality of online sex trafficking and provide answers to what we can all do to stop these crimes and keep our kids and friends safe. We will also hear from a parent whose daughter unknowingly engaged with and was lured by a child predator via social media, as well as a King County Deputy Prosecutor who focuses on these crimes.
The reality is, as we are all responding to Covid-19 and living in a more virtual world. Sexual predators and traffickers are adapting their methods of grooming, targeting, and exploitation to take advantage of children and youth’s increased internet use and unsupervised access, putting them at more risk than ever before. In fact, since March the number of crisis trafficking situations reported into the National Human Trafficking Hotline has increased by more than 40%
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PTSA EXECUTIVE BOARD / QUICK LINKS |
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PTSA Presidents
PTSA Vice President Fundraising
PTSA Board
Committee Chairs
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PTSA Vice Presidents Communications
PTSA Secretary
PTSA Treasurers
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BHS Administration
Principal:
Asst. Prin: Thomas Gangle
BHS Athletics/ Activities
BHS Main Office
425-456-7000
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Our Address:
10416 Wolverine Way
Bellevue, Washington
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