March 4, 2024

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THIS WEEK:

• Wednesday, 3/6 • Staff Appreciation Luncheon Hosted by the 11th Grade Families
• Wednesday, 3/6, 1:30–7 PM • IS Red Cross Club Blood Drive
• Wednesday, 3/6, 5–9 PM • Senior Class Chipotle Fundraiser*
• Thursday, 3/7, 8:30 AM–3 PM • HS Orchestra 1 Eastshore
• Thursday, 3/7, 8:30 AM–3 PM • HS Choir 1 Eastshore
• Friday, 3/8 • iJazz: DeMiero Jazz Festival
• Friday, 3/8, 7 PM • IS Drama: Amelie the Musical*
• Saturday, 3/9, 2 PM & 7 PM • IS Drama: Amelie the Musical*

NEXT WEEK:

• 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, 6 PM • 11th Grade Parent Night Pt. 2
• Thursday, 3/14, 7 PM • MS Orchestra Concert
• Saturday, 3/16 • iJazz: Commencement Bay Jazz Competition

LOOKING AHEAD:

• 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)
• Wednesday, 3/27, 1:45 PM • Le Grand Concours
• Thursday, 3/28, 7 PM • MS Band Concert
• 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.

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.

SENIOR CLASS CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER

Help support the Senior Class by eating at Chipotle (the one by Crossroads, 1328 156th Ave NE, Bellevue) THIS Wednesday, March 6, between 5 and 9 PM. If you order in person mention International School or show the above flyer. If ordering online use the code L6XKXZG. The senior class will receive 33% of event sales which will go toward graduation activities. Thank you for helping support our seniors! Questions? Email Emilie Castle.

ISPTSA MEMBERSHIP

All ISPTSA members are Washington State PTA and National PTA members. Please click the link to the websites WSPTA member discounts and National PTA member offers for special member discounts, such as: 15% off concert and event tickets at the Seattle Symphony;  25% Off Rentals at Avis Car Rentals; 30% off at Great Wolf Lodge; Special Rates for Printing at FedEx Office; and much more.

We are inviting every IS family to join ISPTSA to help us reach the 100% membership goal and help you with some amazing discounts. Please Sign in to Renew OR Click here to Join today!

Questions? Contact membership@isptsa.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.

Latest Episode: Reimagining What Schools Look Like

It’s time to think creatively about school reform! Co-CEO of Transcend Education Aylon Samouha joined the show to share the latest in school transformation. Tune in to explore the purpose of education, innovative learning models and the journey towards creating extraordinary, equitable learning environments. Listen here. Questions? Contact info@pta.org.

TITAN PLAYERS PRESENT AMELIE THE MUSICAL

Spring is just around the corner, and so is the International School Musical. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see our students shine! There will be six amazing shows spread across four days: THIS Friday, March 8; and THIS Saturday, March 9.

Buy tickets here.

Questions? Contact Renuka Getchell.

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, February 12 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.

COMMUNITY AWARENESS - UPCOMING CLOSURE OF FACTORIA BOULEVARD BEGINS IN FEBRUARY

The City of Bellevue is planning a stormwater conveyance improvement project along Factoria Boulevard. BSD educators, students and families can expect to be heavily impacted by road closures resulting from the proposed project. Read more here. Questions? Contact BSD.

SUPERINTENDENT'S BLOG: UPDATE ON BUDGET REDUCTION PLAN FOR THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR

Superintendent Aramaki shares a message with the BSD community regarding the board direction on cutting $10 million, areas for budget cuts, and a partnership with the Bellevue Schools Foundation to help close the budget gap. Read more here. Questions? Contact BSD.

FENTANYL INFORMATION - SPANISH SPEAKERS SESSION

On Wednesday, March 13, the Bellevue School District, together with community health partners, will present an information session for families about the dangers of fentanyl. The session will be conducted in Spanish at Highland Middle School starting at 6:00 PM. Read more here. Questions? Contact BSD.

BLACK STUDENT UNION LEADERS PROMOTE INCLUSION EFFORTS IN SCHOOLS

Over the past few months, Bellevue School District students have shared various examples of how they shape more equitable and welcoming spaces for all students through their leadership and advocacy. 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.

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.

SALMON AT DISCOVERY PARK

We are raising Chum salmon at the Discovery Park Visitor Center, which is located just south of the park's East Parking Lot! 220 precious eggs were introduced at the beginning of January.

Now that the eggs have hatched, come check out the alevin getting their swim on! Their egg sacs are mostly absorbed, but not quite ‘zipped up’ as they continue to develop into fry. The tank is in the Visitor Center, directly across from the Discovery Playroom!

Visit us (and the salmon!) at Discovery Park Visitor Center for FREE from 9 AM to 4:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, to watch them grow, learn about the salmon lifecycle, and prepare for their release at Carkeek Park in May! Questions? Email pks_info@seattle.gov.

CELEBRATING SPRING'S ARRIVAL: THE LA CONNER DAFFODIL FESTIVAL

Every year, as the fields burst into a sea of yellow daffodils, the town of La Conner transforms into a haven of festivities, attracting visitors from near and far to revel in the splendor of nature’s awakening. The La Conner Daffodil Festival is a testament to the resilience of community spirit and the joy of embracing the changing seasons.

Located in La Conner, WA 98257 and surrounding areas in Skagit Valley in March.

Find out more info here. Questions? Email info@laconnerchamber.com

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.