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October flew by like a flash to me as I think it did for most people. The rain is a welcome change for most of us except the students, of course. I had one student tell me “when it rains, we can’t hang out”—any sympathy there? So as we start November, please be reminded that only 85 families have given a donation to the ISPTSA. Last week I mentioned that we have a $150,000 budget, we count on donations for this income to our budget so, with over 200 families at IS, even a $25 donation will make a difference. Our fundraiser committee works hard to meet the goal, please donate today so we can provide all the wonderful additional curricula offered by our teaching staff for every student at every grade. Let's use the saying “when it rains it pours” for our donations too.

Our annual fall Raise the Torch fundraiser closes TODAY, October 31. Help us reach and beat our fundraising goals. We are currently 86% of the way to our goal! Thank you to the families that have already provided support to International School. Please join them in providing funds to enhance the school curriculum, support student activities, and build community. Consider supporting as a Titan Torch ($1000), Gold ($500), Silver ($250), Bronze ($100) or provide a level of support that works for you. All donations are tax-deductible. Click this link to donate or send funds using Zelle (Account: treasurer2@isptsa.org). Click here for a flyer. Questions? Email Emilie Castle and Phil Bloch, VPs of Fundraising.

Order Deadline: THIS Wednesday, November 2nd

Click here for the order form. 

The International School Class of 2023 is holding its traditional fundraiser selling festive holiday poinsettias and wreaths from Squak Mountain Nursery in Issaquah. Proceeds fund the graduation activities this June.

Thank you for your support! Questions? Email pegarsenault@msn.com.

Click here to submit your entry.

Reflections is a National PTA and WSPTA cultural arts competition that provides an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works. For inspiration, visit the Reflections virtual art gallery and learn more about prizes and scholarships. Click here to submit your entry.

Students may also enter theme ideas by entering a Theme Search Entry Form to the WSPTA office by THIS Tuesday, November 1. If you have questions or if you can volunteer, please email Jiayuan Huang, ISPTSA Reflections Chair. 

A big thank you to all ISPTSA members, we are now 76% toward our goal of 100% membership! Special mention to our 6th-grade families, 84% of all 6th-grade families have joined ISPTSA!

ISPTSA membership helps to create a stronger IS community! Please invite your friends and your child's school friends' families to join ISPTSA. Everyone in the IS community, including teachers/staff, students, parents/guardians, and IS community supporters are invited to join ISPTSA. Everyone counts! Sign in to renew OR click here to join today! Questions? Email Honglian Gao, Membership Chair.

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!

If you're a parent of a senior, please consider joining one of our many committees to help make our seniors' last school year memorable. We're looking for more volunteers to help with commencement, senior celebration, senior/staff lunch, grad night party, fundraising, etc. Please email Samia Seghir if you're interested in helping. Let's make it a great year for our senior students!

International students are welcome to wear costumes to school on October 31. If you do want to wear a costume to school, please follow the guidelines:

For questions, email the IS Main Office.

IS TITAN PLAYERS PRESENT…

THIS Friday, November 4 at 7 PM

THIS Saturday, November 5 at 2 PM & 7 PM

Come out and support our Titan Players as they put on the fall drama production, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. We welcome everyone in the International School Community—students, staff, and parents—to join us for the shows on Friday, November 4 at 7 PM and Saturday, November 5 at 2 PM and 7 PM.

Tickets can be purchased through your student’s account online at a pre-purchase rate of $12 per ticket. The deadline to prepurchase tickets is THIS Thursday, November 3 at midnight. You will also be able to purchase tickets for $15 at the door, cash only. Look forward to seeing you there! For questions, please email the Drama Coordinator.

On November 9, our school will remember our community’s veterans in a schoolwide assembly. This is an annual recognition of their service to their country, and the sacrifices they have made. If you or a family member are a veteran, please respond to this survey so that their service can be honored at our assembly. If you have multiple family members in the armed forces, submit the survey as many times as needed. All veterans from the same family will be represented on one or two slides.

Thank you and have a great rest of your day,

Need SAT /ACT/AP test prep books? Request here for pick up at IS. Have one to donate to the Washington Book Exchange? Use the blue box in the main office. Email Jill Follett, IS Washington Book Exchange Contact, with questions.

An International School email was sent on Friday, October 28 to all current IS families with great updates. Read it here. Questions? Email the International School Main Office.

Sign-ups for our upcoming middle school badminton season are currently open in Final Forms through November 9. The season begins on November 14 and ends on January 20. Our head coach this year is Alex Yeung, the Technology Specialist at International School. Questions? Email Alex Yeung, Badminton Head Coach.

We have many honor societies here at International School with students who are looking forward to tutoring their peers. The students in these honor societies are very strong students who are excited to provide peer assistance. Tutoring is open to all grades and all classes at IS. If your student would like some extra assistance, please sign up for tutoring using the following student tutor request form. For questions, email Joanne Whang, NHS Advisor.

Applications for Advanced Learning winter testing must be submitted by TODAY, October 31 at 4 PM. Any parent/guardian of a BSD student in grades 1–11 may apply for their student to test. Any parent of a private/home-school student in grades 1–11 who lives within the Bellevue School District service area may also apply for their child to test. Read more here. Questions? Call Advanced Learning Services at (425) 456-4136.

BSD will host a clinic at Odle Middle School THIS Saturday, November 5, offering COVID vaccines and vaccine boosters. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD Vaccine.

Beginning with the class of 2023, qualifying Bellevue School District seniors will receive guaranteed admission to five Washington colleges and universities through the Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP). Read more here. Questions? Email BSD Online Data Verification or GAP General & Program Inquiries.

BSD encourages family members, friends, relatives, caregivers, and community members to get involved. There are many ways to participate. Click here to learn more about adult volunteer opportunities. Questions? Email BSD Volunteers.

The BSD Superintendent job posting is currently open. Applications will be accepted by Human Capital Enterprises until Monday, November 7 at 3 PM. Read more here. Questions? Email BSD.

Please join us for a family-focused informational session and workshop about DDA. A representative from DDA will join us to discuss DDA eligibility and available services. Hybrid sessions are available on Monday, November 14, 9:30–11:30 AM and on Tuesday, November 15, 5:30–7:30 PM. Click here for more information including in-person location details and virtual meeting links. Questions? Email BSD Special Education Family Resources.

Parents, would you like to learn more about the educational technology your student uses here at BSD? Here is your chance. K–12 families are invited to attend one of our educational technology information nights to learn:

Choose the night and location most convenient for you:

Questions? Email BSD.

Bellevue Schools Foundation (BSF) Spirit Week is a district-wide celebration to raise funding and awareness for the critical programs supported by the Foundation. We invite every community member to join us in this celebration with a donation—an investment in the 18,000+ students we are serving.

Questions? Email BSF.

THIS Wednesday, November 2, 7 PM

This event is FREE for students. Limited space, so reserve your tickets today by clicking here! Click here for the flyer. Questions about registration? Email Melissa Richardson, VP of Outreach.

Newport Lacrosse is partnering with Remlinger Farms to raise funds for our scholarships and coaching development. Additionally, your purchase can have double the impact by selecting to buy a pie for the Jubliee Food Pantry, which will be donated directly to Jubliee Reach.

Contact Amber Anderson, Board President, with any questions.

Mark your calendar! The 36th annual Newport High School Ski Swap will be on November 11–12. Clear out your garage and bring your snow sports gear to sell at the swap. There will be several retail ski vendors selling new gear as well. You can find thousands of items available at unbelievable deals! Skis, snowboards, boots, poles, jackets, pants, and more! Click here for the flyer or visit the website for more information. Sponsored by the NHS PTSA. For questions, email NHS Ski Swap.

A new park in Bellevue opened this month, Newport Hills Woodlawn Park! Located at 11560 SE 60th Street in Bellevue, the park includes an open lawn, walking trails, sheltered picnic areas, a playground, and restrooms. In the spring, there are plans for a fenced off-leash dog area. Read more here. Questions? Email Parks & Community Services.

The nights and mornings are getting brisk, and what better way to get ready for fall than stocking some new pajama pants? 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.