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The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
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PTSA NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT - 3 WAYS TO HELP: |
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Extra steps you can make: We recognize not everyone has the additional financial or time resources. But if you do:
2: Make a Donation during our “Make an Impact” fundraiser” in October. This is where we raise the bulk of our funds for the PTSA.
3: Volunteer: Helping hands are always needed to implement the support we provide to the school. - Volunteer as much or as little as you have bandwidth for. There is something for everyone. Have a little time, assist one of the committee members, have more time – take a leadership role. Please contact presidents@bellevuehighptsa.com.
Joining is easy by clicking the button below:
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Fill out the form below and mail with check, payable to BHS PTSA, mail to :
Bellevue High PTSA Membership, 10416 Wolverine Way, Bellevue WA 98004
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A centerpiece of the PTSA’s mission is to raise money to help fill in the gaps where our school funding falls short. Please join us in supporting our students, teachers and school by donating to the PTSA Make an Impact Campaign! Donations help pay for an additional mental health counselor at BHS, college preparation and counseling as well as grants to various academic, athletic and school clubs. Our goal this year is to raise $70,000. Every donation, no matter the size, will help. Donate today and Make an Impact!
Donations will help fund:
· Mental health counseling
· Classroom supplies for teachers
· Math and Reading programs
· College Preparation (substitute teachers to allow teachers time to write college recommendation letters for our seniors)
· Grants for academic, athletic and school clubs
· Parent Education
· DUI Assembly in the Spring for all students
· Staff Appreciation
· And, so much more
All donors will be recognized on the PTSA Honor Roll. Gifts up to $299 will be listed on the Silver Honor Roll. Gifts of $300 or greater will be listed on the Gold Honor List and gifts of $1000 or more will be listed on the Wolverines Honor Roll.
Please Donate at:
If your company offers matching, please take a moment to submit a match request and stretch your donation. Bellevue High PTSA’s tax id number is 91-1459440.
Should you prefer to write a check, please make it out to Bellevue High PTSA and mail it to 10416 SE Wolverine Way, Bellevue, WA 98004.
Got questions?
Thank you very much for your support!
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PTSA PARENT EDUCATION SESSION |
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PTSA Parent Education Session - Oct 12th at 7:00 pm
Early Decision or Early Action? Test Optional or Test Blind? How to write a great main essay and supplemental essays?
It’s college application time for Seniors, and both students and parents have a lot of questions about the process, especially how things have changed with Covid. To help answer questions that many parents have, the PTSA is hosting a parent education session with special guest Jo Golden from Western Washington University’s Department of Admissions and Campus Programs.
When: October 12th at 7 pm
Please take a moment to RSVP and let us know if you will be attending remotely or in person. Presentation materials will be sent out to those who register ahead of the event so that you can come prepared with any additional questions you have! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805084DABA92EA3FE3-parent
We hope to see you there!
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2021-2022 AP EXAM INFORMATION |
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Dear Parents and Students wishing to take Advanced Placement Exams in May, 2022-
Please read this important information regarding the exams;
IMPORTANT CHANGES:
- The College Board (CB) will reinstate the $40.00 unused test fee for 2022 AP Testing. Any test that is ordered and not cancelled before November 15, 2021 will incur a $40.00 Unused Test Fee.
- The cost of each test is $96.00. The cost of the AP Capstone Test is $144.00.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR 21-22 AP TESTING
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September 23, 2021 Payment of fees on the BSD "intouch payment system" will be open for families and students to make exam payments. https://wa-bellevue.intouchreceipting.com/
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This is the same payment process used in the last two years. If you need assistance please contact the school accountant, lanningc@bsd405.org.
- October 15, 2021 Scholarship Form due for students who do not qualify for Fee Waiver Program.
- November 1, 2021 Payment deadline for May 2022 AP Testing.
- November 15, 2021 Any tests ordered after this date will incur an additional $40.00 fee. Any Tests cancelled after this date will incur a $40.00 unused test fee.
- January 18, 2022 Last day to request accommodations through SSD online.
- March 15, 2022 Final Day to Order tests – this will include $40.00 per exam late fee.
FORMS
a. Scholarship Form: Available in Counseling Center at each High School.
b. Fee Waiver Form: Fee Waiver Form Students must apply for the Fee Waiver Program to avoid payment for AP Testing.
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ORCHESTRA BOOSTER CLUB MEETING |
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Tuesday, October 5, 7:00 PM
Room 1406 (Music Room)
The Orchestra Booster Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7PM in the Music Room (room 1406). Please join us this coming Tuesday and visit with our new president Amy Borberg, Mr. Kam and other volunteers. Your participation is a great way to support the orchestra program, learn about volunteer opportunities, and see what is planned for your student this year. If you have any questions, please email Amy Borberg at agaulding@hotmail.com
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STAFF APPRECIATION FUNDRAISING |
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Dear BHS Families,
Our Fall Teachers Appreciation Luncheon for the 2021-2022 school year hosted by PTSA will be held on October, 13th. Due to this ongoing pandemic, we decided not to accept the donation of home-made food from parents. No doubt our teachers would miss that so much. But no worries, we will order yummy Bento boxes instead, from the local restaurant, to make everyone less concerned. All parents are highly encouraged to Donate for this luncheon. We appreciate the teachers for their dedication to our students; we also appreciate all parents for their support to our dear teachers.
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Thank you for your support as always.
Regards,
Staff Appreciation Lunch Co-chairs:
Qing Chen
Hyun Jin Kwon
Qiuya Rachel Li
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MATH CLUB and AMC REGISTRATION |
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Math club is looking for new members! If your student is interested in participating in the AMC competitions or math in general, be sure to join Math club by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/NLXuJaRfdw6XNKwK8. This will add you to the roster and email list, and your student will receive more information on AMC registration info. If you have more questions, contact us at bhsmathclub@outlook.com. Thank you!
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SCARY THINGS Haunted Hallways
October 28 & 29, 2021
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Come and see the creepy haunted hallways complete with all things that scare us. Join the Theater Tech Crew as they host this popular event! Masks required and social-distancing measures are in effect. Appropriate for older children and above.
It’s free! but, cash or check donations are encouraged.
October Theater Booster Club Meeting:
Want to help support our extraordinary kids and the Bellevue Theater program? Join us for our next booster club meeting on October 19th at 7pm in the Black Box room (at the end of the music hallway).
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When: October 11th, 4pm-7pm
Bellevue Drill Team is having try-outs for the Competition Team (Yellow Squad)
Try-outs are open to BHS and all affiliated schools that can participate with BHS.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
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WOLVERINE GUARD 2021-2022 |
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Want to earn a special tassel for graduation and put some shine on your college applications? Join the Wolverine Guard and give back to your community with 100 hours of service per year.
A couple of ideas for volunteer service with links below:
WG co-chairs Patti Harris Liffick and Nancy Huenefeld Gese
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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 2021-2022 program year is I Will Change the World By…. 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.
Deadline for submitting your entries is Friday, November 12, 2021, 6 PM. Given the impact of COVID-19, the Reflections program will be run virtually this year, so we’ll accept virtual submission only. Visit Bellevue High PTSA website to learn more.
Namhee Chae
Sophia Kim
Reflections co-chairs
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[Be the Change] with information
Have you checked out the new Programs Plug blog post? Learn more about the various programs available for your PTA's participation.
We're also excited to announce that all of the student program submissions forms are available in an online format. The new platform is through the company Kaleidoscope and will make it easier to process submissions at all levels. Please share with your community:
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GRADING PRACTICES FOR 2021-2022 |
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Changes to grades for the previous school year (2020-21), that were put into place in January of 2021, prioritized compassion for students and social, emotional, and mental health due to the impact of remote learning were for the 2020-21 year and will NOT continue for the 2021-22 school year. Specifically:
- Reporting NC (credit courses) and NE (non-credit courses) instead of F grades
- Reporting D grades as P grades
- Student/family option to report a P instead of a C or B grade
Teachers will continue to use grading practices that support students and provide flexibility to demonstrate learning and understanding of standards. Examples include the four evidence-based practices below that were implemented last school year and designed to result in grades that are more reflective of student learning. The implementation of these practices will continue for the 2021-22 school year:
- Classroom assessment is aligned to standards
- Students are provided with multiple opportunities to demonstrate learning
- Students can re-take and/or re-do summative assessments
Late work used to assess student learning is fully recognized to demonstrate proficiency
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THE GOODWILL TRUCK IS COMING ON SATURDAY October 30th!
Bellevue High School Lower Parking Lot
Saturday, October 30th, 9 am to when the 2 trucks are full or 11 am.
Come early!
Help the Bellevue High School Band Boosters raise money by cleaning out your closets and garage. Goodwill is bringing a truck to BHS on Saturday, October 30th to accept donation of used goods. Normally, Goodwill does not pay when you donate your stuff, but they have a special program for schools. The more trucks we can fill, the more money to support the Bellevue High Band (and you'll get a donation tax receipt).
Please wear a mask and be prepared to help unload your stuff from your car.
This is a fundraiser for the Bellevue High Band Boosters.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR WINTER SPORTS!
SIGN UP TODAY!
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BHS Winter Sports include Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Gymnastics, Boys Swim and Dive, Boys and Girls Wrestling
Gymnastics starts November 8th & Basketball, Swim and Dive and Wrestling start November 15th
BHS Athletic information can be found here:
To Participate in a Sport at BHS:
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Register online through BHS FinalForms https://bellevue-wa.finalforms.com/parents/login
Please attend ImPACT Testing (if required) – 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3 and 11/10 at 1:30 pm in Room 1114 – Space is limited to 25 athletes each test date.
For ImPACT testing please bring your fully charged laptop – the ImPACT test is online.
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Make sure a BSD sports physical, signed by a doctor, clearing you to participate, is on file with the school Athletics and Activities department, email a copy to Kelli at mayerk@bsd405.org.
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ASB membership is required to participate in Athletics and the Athletic Fees are due when team rosters are complete. www.bsd405.org/pay
Who needs to take the ImPACT Concussion Baseline Test?
Athletes for most high school sports must have a current concussion baseline ImPACT test completed to participate (valid for two years). All contact sports require ImPACT testing. Sports that do not require ImPACT testing are: Cross Country, Badminton, Drill Team, Swim Only, Tennis, Golf, and Track & Field (except Pole Vault requires the ImPACT test). Students participating in any other sport should be sure they have a current ImPACT test on file. You can see if your ImPACT test is expired by logging in to your FinalForms profile (https://bellevue-wa.finalforms.com/).
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BELLEVUE ATHLETIC SCHEDULE FOR THIS WEEK |
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Monday October 4th
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Interlake High School @ Tam O’ Shanter GC 3:00pm
Girls JVC, Junior Varsity & Varsity Volleyball vs. Interlake High School @ BHS JVC 5:15, JV 5:15, Varsity 7:00pm
Girls JVC Soccer vs. Liberty High School @ Bellevue High School 8:00pm
Tuesday October 5th
Boys Varsity Water Polo vs. Stadium High School @ Woodridge Pool Time TBD
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Lake Washington High School @ Bellevue Golf Course 3:00pm
Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Mercer Island High School @ Bellevue High School 4:00pm
Boys Junior Varsity Tennis at Mercer Island High School 4:00pm
Girls Junior Varsity & Varsity Soccer at Mercer Island High School JV 5:30pm, Varsity 7:30pm
Wednesday October 6th
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Redmond High School at Bellevue Golf Course 3:00pm
Girls JVC Soccer at Juanita High School 7:00pm
Boys Frosh Football vs. Mercer Island High School @ Bellevue High School 7:00pm
Thursday October 7th
Boys Varsity Golf vs. Lake Washington High School @ Bellevue Golf Course 3:00pm
Boys Junior Varsity Tennis vs. Lake Washington High School @ Bellevue High School 4:00pm
Boys Varsity tennis at Lake Washington High School 4:00pm
Girls Swimming and Diving vs. Sammamish High School @ Mary Wayte Pool, Mercer Island 8:30pm
Friday October 8th
Boys Varsity Tennis vs. Juanita High School @ Bellevue High School 4:00pm
Boys Junior Varsity Tennis at Juanita High School 4:00pm
Varsity Football at Newport High School 7:00pm
Saturday October 9th
Boys and Girls Cross Country at Lakewood HS Hole in the Wall XC Invitational 9:00am
Go Bellevue!! Be well…
John Hill
Athletic Director
Bellevue High School
425-456-7038
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Another Amazing Week for BHS Girls Soccer! Our BHS Girls dominated their opponents again, resulting in wins across all teams! Bellevue is now the only undefeated program in League Play! Lets GO!
Varsity and JV beat Interlake and Lake Washington while our JV-C team swept Interlake and Mercer Island. Way to go Girls!
Our BHS Girls Soccer teams also partnered with Bellevue United this past week hosting a free clinic 80 female youth soccer players. Such a great experience for our girls to coach and teach, while allowing future lady Wolverines the opportunity to play in the BHS Stadium. It was such a rewarding experience for all! See pic below!
Then we appreciated our fans Thursday night with delicious HOT coco, and yummy cookies at Fan Appreciation Night. The match-up against Lake Washington made for very competitive and physical Varsity and JV games. The last time these 2 teams met was in the 2019 3A State Championship game so there was much anticipation. Our teams celebrated 3-1 (Varsity) and 2-0 (JV) victories over the defending LW state champions.
We have another exciting week of soccer this week with match-ups against Mercer Island and Juanita. Please come out and cheer on our teams! JV and Varsity teams will travel to Mercer Island on Tuesday (JV 5:30pm/ V 7:30pm). Then home game BHS vs. Juanita on Thursday (JV 6pm/ V 8pm). JV-C plays Liberty at BHS on Monday (8pm) and travels to Juanita on Wednesday (7pm).
Go BHS Girls Soccer!
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UW Youth and Teen Programs is excited to announce a variety of remote courses
for high school students who seek out-of-school enrichment opportunities.
Coding in Java
Coding in Python
Intensive Screenwriting Workshop
Natural Science Illustration Studio
Writing for College Readiness
Classes run once or twice weekly in the evenings or weekends over 10 weeks starting in October.
Visit our website for registration information and course details!
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AFTER SCHOOL FILM PROGRAM
@ BOYS AND GIRLS TEEN TECH CLUB
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Teens can join Fresh Films in person or online to build film skills every Thursday throughout the school year. They'll dive into the world of shot lists, storyboards, cameras, lights, audio, editing (and much more!) as they create short film projects and learn about the film industry from the pros! (Plus, have the opportunity to join our Pathways program for soft skills training, networking sessions and on-set apprenticeships and/or paid summer internships.)
Who: Any teens ages 13-19
What: Build film skills & a portfolio of projects, learn about careers in the film and media industries, make new creative friends & collaborators!
When: Thursdays starting October 28 (with new projects every 4-6 weeks through May 26, 2022)
Where: In person at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center @ Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue at 15228 Lake Hills Blvd in Bellevue or Virtually
Cost: Free! No previous film experience or special equipment required
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BELLEVUE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION |
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Help us launch the 2021-2022 school year by participating in bellevue School Foundation's annual fundraising drive. The Foundation's initiatives support 20,000 students, enrolled in 20 schools, and allow all students to achieve higher levels o academic success and social-emotional well-being, regardless of language, gender, race, socioeconomic status, and special needs.
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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
Ellen Wang
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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