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It was a great turnout at Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 29. I think we had as many people attending as pre-COVID. The layout of our “old school” is an H-pattern which makes it simple to find classrooms but finding out which classes your student attends each period was a bit awkward for some, either looking off either a handwritten schedule or desperately looking for some school communication with the information. I’m here to promote PARENTVUE as the ONE thing to have on your phone. This is a free app from your app store. Once it is downloaded to your phone, you can see so many great things for your student: class schedule, grade book, report cards, and attendance. You can even set alerts for grade results and attendance to help your student succeed. Most students have STUDENTVUE on their phones. I think it is time we learn from them and have it too.

Let’s RAISE THE TORCH for IS! We invite ALL families to participate in this campaign because your contribution makes a difference. Choose your support level: Gold $500, Silver $250, Bronze $100, or define your amount. For those families who can, please consider becoming a Titan Torch supporter with a donation of $1,000 or more. Donations are tax-deductible and 100% go back to the community. Click here for a flyer. Questions? Email Emilie Castle and Phil Bloch, VPs of Fundraising.

Please Sign in to Renew OR Click here to Join today! Questions? Please email Honglian Gao, Membership Chair.

With Curriculum Night on Thursday, September 29 beginning only a few hours after the end of the school day, many teachers remained at the school until the event. Emilie Castle and Irene Endow prepared a pasta dinner for teachers and staff, which they appreciated. Thank you! For questions, email Qiong Chen, VP of Community.

Learn more about these positions here. Please email board@isptsa.org if you have questions or if you're interested in signing up. Thank you!

International School will be administering the PSAT to 11th graders and the SAT to 12th graders on Super Wednesday, October 12. We are looking for parents who can proctor the test and parents who are able to provide school support. Parents of 11th graders CANNOT proctor the PSAT. Parents of 12th graders CANNOT proctor the SAT. Click here to read about the roles and responsibilities of test proctors and school support staff. If you can help with supporting our students on Super Wednesday, please contact Traci Sullivan, Assistant Principal. 

THIS Tuesday, October 4, 9:30–10:30 AM

We will hold our first “Principal Coffee” of the year THIS Tuesday from 9:30–10:30 AM in the Library. These informal gatherings are an opportunity to share some information and to check in on how the year is going. All are welcome. For questions, email the IS Main Office.

Each year, we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of all American people with ancestry from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Our fabulous library intern, Serena S., would like to invite you to come to our library to check out our Hispanic Heritage Month book collection. This collection is also available to preview online here. Please email Michele Dang, IS Library Specialist, if you have any questions or need assistance.

Would you like to host a French student from Nantes this fall? We are looking for families to host French students from Saturday, December 3 to Wednesday, December, 14. We need host families for 3 boys and 2 girls. Host families would ideally have one high school student (most are sophomores) who would be willing to participate in some group activities while the student is visiting. While we also have space to bring 3 boys and 2 girls to France with us in May, it is not required. What we really need are families to host in December. If you are interested, please email Joe Kheriaty, IS French Teacher.

Interest Meeting: THIS Thursday, October 6 at LUNCH in Room 200

In honor of National Voter Registration Day on September 20th, International School's Civics Club partnered with Microsoft to host a voter registration booth in the Microsoft Commons. The objective was to spread awareness about the upcoming election and make sure everyone's voice and vote count.

Civics Club aspires to influence more youth to get involved with our community and understand the importance of our rights and voices. If your student is interested, there will be an interest meeting on October 6 during lunch in Room 200 (Towne's Room). We look forward to inspiring the next generation. Questions? Email the IS Civic Club.

Bellevue High School Winter Sports start November 15 for Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys Swim and Dive, Boys and Girls Wrestling. Gymnastics start is TBD. BHS Spring Sports will begin on February 27 for Girls Badminton, Baseball, Girls Golf, Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls Tennis, Boys and Girls Track & Field, and Girls Water Polo. Boys and Girls Lacrosse start is TBD.

Practices are mandatory. If a team has a tryout, it will be scheduled for the first days of practice. Visit the website for details and contact information. Register early for the upcoming sports seasons! International School students, email Kelli at mayerk@bsd405.org to join.

The International High School Retreat took place on September 14–15 at Warm Beach Camp in Stanwood, WA. The retreat is a way for students to build community and focus on the school’s mission of developing global competency. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

Visit the Superintendent Search webpage to learn more and view the search process details in multiple languages by using the "Select Language” menu at the top left-hand corner of the webpage. You can also email BSD Superintendent Search and receive answers to any questions.

Dr. Jarvis, Interim Superintendent, talks with Dr. Kelly Aramaki, Assistant Superintendent, and Drew O’Connell, Director of Student Life, about supporting our students and families in the Bellevue School District and empowering them to be creators of their future world. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

Tuesday, October 11th, 5:30–6:30 PM

DVR (Department of Vocational Rehab) will host a Benefits Planning Information Session on Zoom for BSD parents/guardians. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

Bellevue School District will continue to host Saturday SAT testing opportunities in service of our students and families, and those in our larger community. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

Applications for Advanced Learning winter testing are now open for families of students in grades 1–11. Applications must be submitted by 4 PM on October 31. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

The nights, and mornings, are getting brisk, and what better way to get ready for fall than stocking some new pajama pants? Your ISPTSA is adding some new items this year. Get comfy while studying, grading, or hanging out in these snuggly pants. Currently only available in black. Order yours here! Questions? Email Melissa Richardson, VP of Outreach.

Support IS PTSA with your Amazon purchases! Amazon donates a percentage of your Amazon Smile purchases to our school when you select Bellevue International School as your charity of choice. Click here to begin! Set it and forget it. 0.5% of your purchases will be donated to International PTSA. Email Paul Bloch, VP of Fundraising, with questions.

Raise funds for ISPTSA with the Box Tops for Education app. By scanning your grocery and office supply store receipts, qualifying products will be instantly credited to our school. It's easy and adds up fast! Download the app on your phone, and select IS by searching zip code 98005. Questions? Email ISPTSA Fundraising.