March 11, 2024

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THIS WEEK:

• Tuesday, 3/12 • Last Day to Join ISPTSA*
• Tuesday, 3/12, 7 PM • HS Band Concert
• Wednesday, 3/13, 7 PM • HS Orchestra Concert
• Thursday, 3/14, 8:30 AM–3 PM • HS Choir 2 Eastshore
• Thursday, 3/14, 7 PM • MS Orchestra Concert
• Saturday, 3/16 • iJazz: Commencement Bay Jazz Competition

NEXT WEEK:

• Monday, 3/18, 7 PM • HS Choir Concert
• Tuesday, 3/19, 8:30 AM–3 PM • HS Band 2 Eastshore
• Tuesday, 3/19, 8:30 AM–3 PM • Orchestra 2 Eastshore
• Tuesday, 3/19, 7 PM • MS Choir Concert
• Wednesday, 3/20 • SAT (Juniors)
• Friday, 3/22 • School Open (Make-up Day)
• Saturday, 3/23, 2 PM & 7 PM • IS Drama: Amelie the Musical (Rescheduled)*

LOOKING AHEAD:

• Wednesday, 3/27, 1:45 PM • Le Grand Concours
• Wednesday, 3/27, 6 PM • 11th Grade Parent Night Pt. 2 (Date Change)
• Thursday, 3/28, 7 PM • MS Band Concert
• Tuesday, 4/2, 6:40 PM • IS HS Choirs Sing National Anthem at Mariners Game*
• Wednesday, 4/3 • Staff Appreciation Luncheon Hosted by the 7th Grade Families
• Friday, 4/5 • Quarter 3 Ends
• Friday, 4/5, 4 PM • Talent Show
• Monday, 4/8–Friday, 4/12 • No School (Spring Break)
• Tuesday, 4/16, 6:30 PM • 8th Grade Parent Night
• Monday, 4/22–Friday, 4/26 • Spirit Week
• Thursday, 4/25, 6:30 PM • ISPTSA General Membership Meeting
• Saturday, 4/27, 8 PM • Prom

Click here to view the ISPTSA Calendar, which can be added to your personal Google or Outlook Calendar.

Click here to view the District 2023–2024 calendar for families.

*More information in the message below

Orange denotes new/updated calendar entries.

ISPTSA MEMBERSHIP

Please take 10min to click here now to join the ISPTSA by THIS TUESDAY, March 12 so we can once again reach 100% membership and continue to support IS programs, curriculum, and traditions. Ask your family members, friends, and students! Any community member can support IS!

Questions? Contact membership@isptsa.org.

IS HS CHOIRS WILL SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AT THE MARINERS GAME!

The International High School Choirs are singing the National Anthem at the Mariners game on Tuesday, April 2 at 6:40 PM! Come join your fellow International Families for a fun night at the ballpark while supporting our students! The ISPTSA has arranged for tickets to be $25 per person and to be in section 116 (1st base side). The deadline to buy is Monday, March 25 to guarantee that you get to sit with other International Families. Any tickets bought after March 25 may be in a random section. The Mariners will be playing against the Cleveland Guardians. Come cheer on the Mariners and our amazing choir students! Buy tickets here!

Questions? Contact Emilie Castle, ISPTSA Co-President

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK CHAIR NEEDED!

Join our team as the Staff Appreciation Week Chair! Coordinate events to honor our hardworking staff during the week of Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10. Work closely with the various Grade Level Reps and our Co-VP's of Community to help show our staff how much we love and appreciate all they do for us. Have questions or want to volunteer? Email VPCommunity@isptsa.org.

WASHINGTON STATE PTA NEWS

WSPTA RECOGNIZED BY NATIONAL PTA FOR ADVOCACY EFFORTS

Washington State PTA is proud to be the 2024 recipient of the Outstanding State PTA Advocacy Award, as recognized by National PTA.

This honor is awarded to one state PTA whose efforts positively affected legislative and/or regulatory policy aligned with National PTA’s current public policy platform, such as family engagement, school safety, welcoming/inclusive schools, and digital safety.

Read more here. Questions? Email support@wastatepta.org.

NATIONAL PTA NEWS

NOTES FROM THE BACKPACK

Real Experts. Real Parents. Real Conversations.

A Podcast for Parents, by Parents. Notes from the Backpack is a PTA podcast designed for millions of parents and the decision-makers they influence.

NEW Episode: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders to Do Something

From addressing climate change to destigmatizing mental health issues, young people are stepping up as leaders to create a better world. Our hosts talked with DeNora Getachew, CEO of DoSomething.org, to learn how we can empower youth to create change. DeNora shares about the causes most important to young people, how they're getting involved and what families and educators can do to encourage service learning. Listen here. Questions? Contact info@pta.org.

RESCHEDULED: TITAN PLAYERS PRESENT AMELIE THE MUSICAL



Due to the amount of drama students who have recently become ill, the Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9 shows have been rescheduled for Saturday, March 23 (2 PM and 7 PM).

If you have previously purchased tickets online, here is what this means:

• Tickets previously purchased for the 7 PM show on Friday, March 8 can be exchanged for the 2 PM or 7 PM show on Saturday, March 23. If this is convenient for you, please contact Renuka Getchell with your show preference at renukakg@hotmail.com and include “Amelie” in the subject line.
• Tickets previously purchased for the 7 PM show on Saturday, March 9 will automatically be moved to the 7PM show on Saturday, March 23. If this is convenient for you, there is no action needed.
• Tickets previously purchased for the 2 PM show on Saturday, March 9 will automatically be moved to the 2 PM show on Saturday, March 23. If this is convenient for you, there is no action needed.
• If you are unable to make the show on the new date/time or would like to switch to the other show, please contact Renuka Getchell at renukakg@hotmail.com and include “Amelie” in the subject line.

We apologize for any inconvenience, but want to make sure that the students who have worked so hard to prepare for this performance have the opportunity to perform for family and friends.

If you have not bought tickets, they will still be available at the door for cash on Saturday, March 23.

Questions? Contact Renuka Getchell.

MAIN OFFICE ADULT VOLUNTEERS

Ever wanted to see what is going on at school? Want to get to know our amazing IS Staff and help support their hard working efforts? Volunteer to work in the main office! Shifts are 2 to 3 hours once every other week.

Available Shifts:

• Mondays: 12:15-3:15 PM
• Wednesdays: 8:15-10:15 AM
• Thursdays: 11:30 AM-1:30 PM

All shifts are every other week!

If you would like to volunteer or have any questions please contact Mary Pyrah, IS Office Manager.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT TEST REGISTRATION STILL OPEN

Advanced Placement (AP) test registration remains open to all students. The last day to order tests at International is THIS THURSDAY, March 14, and the last day to order tests online through the College Board is THIS FRIDAY, March 15. If you need to purchase and/or register for a test, please contact AP Coordinator Kyla Carlson at carlsonk@bsd405.org, and she can assist you with payment and registration. Test fees are $138, which is the $98 test cost and a $40 College Board late registration fee.

JOB OPPORTUNITY - NUTRITION SERVICES KITCHEN ASSISTANT AT INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Kitchen Assistant

3.25 hours/day M, T, TH, F (10:45 AM-2 PM)

3 hours/day on Wed 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

$18.91/hour; $21.01/hour after a 90 day probation period

$350 annual clothing allowance for work uniform and shoes.

Work schedule follows school year calendar; paid holidays; sick leave.

Apply online here. Questions? Email Wendy Weyer, Nutrition Services Director.

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL UPDATE

An International School Update was sent through email on Monday, March 4 to all current IS families with great updates. Questions? Email the IS Main Office.

STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES

SPRING SPORTS

Registration for High School Spring Sports is OPEN NOW! Check out the Spring offerings here. Contact the High School you are zoned for with questions. The Contact information for each High School Sports Department can be found here. The directions on how to register and which school to register with can be found here.

NEW BSD SCHOOL BOARD DIRECTOR TO THE DISTRICT 3 POSITION

The Bellevue School Board appointed Cindy Rogan to Director District 3 in a special meeting of the school board on Monday, February 26. Read more here. Questions? Contact BSD.

BSD NEWSLETTER

An e-newsletter was sent to BSD staff and families on Thursday, February 22. Learn about the 2024 College Conference Series, nominate someone or apply to join the school board, sign up to attend informational events, and more. Read it here. Don't receive the district newsletter? Sign up here! You can see all newsletters here. Questions? Contact BSD.

GIRL SCOUT COOKIES ARE ON SALE!

It is that time of year again! Girl Scouts are selling cookies all over town. Want to know where to buy some? Use the Cookie Finder here! Just type in your zip code and the Cookie Finder will tell you when and where girls will be selling cookies. Questions? Check out their website here.

IRISH WEEK

Every year Seattle celebrates St. Patrick's Day over the course of an entire week. Festivities include a parade, a 2-day festival, food, dancers, Irish films, and more. This year, Irish Week will begin on Saturday, March 9 and end Sunday, March 17. Check out the schedule here. Questions? Check out the individual websites listed on the schedule or contact the various vendors.

SHINE ON SEATTLE

Discover the enchanting world of light art in Pioneer Square this winter season. Join LUSIO and the Downtown Seattle Association as we bring you dazzling exhibits that will illuminate window storefronts, parks and other outdoor spaces in this historic area. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of light during the darkest months of the year. Embark on a brief walking tour showcasing talented local light artists with their unique styles and mediums.

• When: March 1 - April 30
• Where: Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA 98104
• Cost: FREE

Get ready to be captivated and allow the light to guide your path. Find out more info here. Questions? Contact them via their website.

BELLEVUE GIRLS BASKETBALL 2024 SUMMER CAMP

Registration is now open for the Bellevue Girls Basketball Summer Camp, which will be held Tuesday, July 9 - Thursday, July 11 at Chinook Middle School!

Our BHS Women's Basketball Players & Coaching Staff will run the 3-day camp and we'll have two sessions per day*

• K-3rd Grade 9 AM - 11:30 AM
• 4th-8th Grade 12 - 3 PM

*Please register for the grade your daughter will be attending in the Fall.

This is always a fun experience for everyone involved! See attached flyer for details and contact Courtney Tucker at courtney.p.tucker@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Register here: https://www.bellevuegirlsbasketball.org/summercamp.

SHOW YOUR SCHOOL SPIRIT!

Check out our wide variety of International School spiritwear! Hoodies, T-shirts, bags, and more, order now! You can pick up your order from Winner's Sportswear in Bellevue or have it delivered. Questions? Email Melissa Richardson, VP of Outreach.

SMITH BROTHERS FARMS MILK FUND PROGRAMS

Sign up for Smith Brothers Farms Home Grocery Delivery and when you do, you'll receive $15 off your 1st delivery & ISPTSA receives a $50 gift donation from SBF! It's a win-win! You get the iconic Porch Box with your 1st order & it can be filled each week with milk that is 2-days-fresh from the farm, eggs that are 3-days-fresh, fresh produce, almond & oat milk, and hundreds of grocery items that are primarily from local PNW companies!

Delivery is free with just a $10 order & there are no monthly fees, no contract. Give it a try - we get the donation if you get one delivery or remain a customer for years. Questions? Contact Smith Brothers Farms.