The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
Jun 20th, 2023
STAFF APPRECIATION YEAR-END LUNCHEON 6/22
Dear BHS Community,

Our school PTSA will host the final Staff Appreciation luncheon for this school year on Thursday, 6/22/23. Please sign up here if you can be a volunteer that day.

We wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable contribution as parent volunteers this school year. Your commitment to supporting our school community is truly commendable. The Teachers Appreciation luncheon provided a moment for our teachers/staff to relax, enjoy a delicious meal, and feel appreciated for their hard work. Your generosity and kindness helped create an environment of appreciation and gratitude.

Thank you once again from the bottom of our hearts. We deeply appreciate it. 

Look forward to seeing some of you on 6/22.

Warmest regards,
Qiuya(Rachel) Li & Hyun Jin Kwon
BHS PTSA APPRECIATION AWARD
Thank you to everyone who spent the time to submit nominations! We have the winners! 

Congratulations to this year's PTSA award winners:

- 2023 Outstanding Educator Award - Ashley Benmouffok
With her sensitive and positive teaching style, she makes learning Chemistry easy and enjoyable. Many of her students have experienced a newfound love for science and feel genuinely cared for. Ashley's dedication and passion go above and beyond, ensuring the well-being of her students and earning appreciation from many. In recognition of her exceptional impact, we proudly present Ashley Benmouffok the Outstanding Educator Award！

- 2023 Outstanding Educator Award - Daniel Yi
Mr. Yi goes above and beyond for his students, demonstrating deep subject knowledge and engaging teaching methods. He creates a supportive environment, encourages critical thinking, and builds strong connections with students from diverse backgrounds. Mr. Yi's commitment extends beyond the classroom, providing additional support and resources. He embodies the qualities of an exceptional educator and is deserving of this award.

- 2023 Golden Acorn Award - Rachel(Qiuya) Li
Rachel has been an incredible presence in the BHS PTSA, taking on multiple roles like treasurer, board member, Staff Appreciation Committee, BSF ambassador, and more. Her dedication and passion for building a positive and supportive school community are truly inspiring. She also does so much behind the scenes! Rachel's unwavering commitment inspires others to join her in creating a thriving and compassionate environment.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! We feel so grateful to have such dedicated teachers, staff members, and volunteers in our school community. It is truly a privilege to have these exceptional individuals supporting our students day in and day out! 

List of Nominees:
Ashley Benmouffok
Andrew McMaster
Jory Hamilton
Jennifer Townsend
Amy N McCormick
Rose Hadorn
Daniel Yi
Gina Kinan
Rachel Li
BELLEVUE BLAST TRANSLATION VOLUNTEERS 2022-2023
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SPORTS
SUMMER SWIMMING AND WATER POLO
Hey Bellevue Swimmers, Waterpolo Players and Parents: 
 
Now is the time to sign up for BHS Boys Waterpolo.  You can get started by going to the BHS Final Forms website to sign up https://bellevue-wa.finalforms.com/parents/2404 .  Water Polo is a no-cut sport, there are plenty of informational videos on YouTube.  By signing up for Water Polo, you will begin to receive information from the coach and the boosters regarding practices resources and bonding experiences this summer.  
 
Get a head start on the season this summer: If you are interested in Waterpolo and want to show up in shape to play this fall, summer is the time to get a jump on developing your conditioning and skills. Midlakes swimming league is one great place to develop your swimming skills and then try Polo at the end of the summer: https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/reclmslwa/page/home
 
Recruit your friends to come play: We are looking forward to a successful season this year, and you can help us get there by recruiting new teammates. Do you know any kids who have tried Football, Soccer, Wrestling and Basketball who might be interested in Waterpolo? Waterpolo players are among the most highly conditioned athletes in sport. The game combines swimming, wrestling, ball skills and mental toughness to forge some of the top athletes in the world. 
 
Many of your questions can be answered at the Bellevue Water Polo website: www.bellevuewaterpolo.com where you can read about Bellevue Polo and contact the boosters.  

REGISTRATION FOR SPORTS
Registration for Sports will open in May 15 for the 2023-24 – Registration for Clubs will be open after the school year begins.
 
FinalForms is out athletic and activities database for our BHS students. The parent and student forms need to be complete every year prior to participating in sports or activities. WIAA allows one sport per season. Our BSD 2-page sports physical is good for 2 years from the date of physical and valid impact testing is good for 2 years.

To Participate in a Sport at BHS:
1. Register for Athletics or Clubs at BHS FinalForms (https://bellevue-wa.finalforms.com/)
a. A student may be on only one interscholastic sport roster per season
b. Parent/Guardian and Student questions need to be complete every year
c. If you attend International, Bellevue Virtual Academy or Big Picture, please contact Kelli at mayerk@bsd405.org.
 
2. Please attend ImPACT Testing (if required)
a. Athletes for most high school sports must have a current concussion baseline ImPACT test completed to participate (valid for 24 months) require ImPACT testing.
b. 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)
c. ImPACT testing dates – June 14th, July 5th, July 12th, July 19th and July 26th at BHS **we will have additional dates for individual teams to host impact testing**

3. A 2-page BSD sports physical will need to be on file with the school Athletics and Activities department, email a copy to Kelli at mayerk@bsd405.org.
a. BSD Sports physicals are kept on file for 2 years – please be sure we will have valid BSD sports physical on file for your athletes for the whole sports season.
b. Coaches should not accept or receive a sport physical.
 
4. To make payments: https://wa-bellevue.intouchreceipting.com/  
a.* Please Note: ASB membership is required to participate in Athletics and the Athletic Fees are applied to your students account & applied when team rosters are complete. The fees include the ASB Card fee, a school transportation fee (fee amounts vary), and a participation fee per sport (maximum $300 per individual/family per school year), $150 Club sport base fee for Water Polo, Lacrosse and Badminton.
b. Sports fees are applied once rosters are set each season.
c. Questions in regard to Fees/Fines, please contact Cathy Lanning, BHS ASB Accountant at lanningc@bsd405.org

Regular Season Sports 2023-24
Fall Sports – registration opens 5/7/23 until 8/21/23 and XC, Golf, Soccer, Swive, Tennis, Volleyball, Water Polo begin 8/22
Cross Country, Boys Golf, Girls Soccer, Girls Swim and Dive, Boys Tennis, Volleyball, Boys’ Water Polo, Cheer and Dance
Football – registration opens 5/7/23 until 8/15/23 and football begins 8/16
 
Winter Sports - registration opens 5/7/23 until 11/12/23 for Basketball, Swive and Wrestling begin on 11/13
Boys and Girls Basketball, Boys Swim and Dive, Boys and Girls Wrestling
Gymnastics registration opens 5/7/23 until 11/5/23 and gymnastics starts on 11/6
 
Spring Sports- registration will open 5/7/23 until 2/25/23 and begin on 2/26
Girls Badminton, Baseball, Girls Golf, Boys Soccer, Softball, Girls Tennis, Boys and Girls Track & Field and Girls Water Polo
Boys and Girls Lacrosse – start TBD
 
**please check out BHS athletics website for all cut sports
 
Practices are mandatory beginning on these dates. If a team has a tryout, it will be scheduled for the first days of practice.
 
To find contact information for our all of our coaches please visit our school website – https://bsd405.org/bhs/wolverines/athletics/
 
FinalForms, athletic and activities site:  https://bellevue-wa.finalforms.com/
 
Questions? Please contact Kelli Mayer, BHS Athletics & Activities
BHS IMPACT TESTING
ImPACT Test Dates for the BHS Fall Sports Season 2023/24, calling all athletes participating in BHS Fall Sports:
No registration needed, just show up – the impact test takes approximately 30 – 45 minutes.
 
ImPACT Testing will begin at 2:00pm
May 3rd and May 10th – Football Team impact testing in the Lower AUX Gym
May 17th – Girls Soccer Team impact testing in Room 1113, the History Hallway
May 24th the Volleyball Team – Room 1113, the History Hallway
May 31st – Boy’s Water Polo Team – Room 1113, the History Hallway
June 14th – ImPACT testing - Room 1113, the History Hallway
Students need to bring their fully charged laptop to take the ImPACT test for the May & June test dates.
 
July 5, July 12, July 19 and July 26 – BHS Fall Athletes ImPACT testing – Room 0108 (basement) **no laptop needed.
 
August 15th - Football Team – Room 0108 (basement) **no laptop needed.
August 17th for Fall sports Teams – Room 0108 (basement) **no laptop needed.
 
Impact testing is required for Football, Soccer, Divers, Volleyball, Water Polo prior to participating.
 
Please contact Kelli Mayer, BHS Athletics & Activities at mayerk@bsd405.org if you have any questions.
 
The Wolverine Way. It’s Worth the Climb…. We hold high standards.
We embrace the challenge together and support one another along the way.
2023 BHS FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
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Committee's Job:
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