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The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
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Bellevue High families:
PTSA Membership growth needs your help!
We have 552 PTSA memberships (635 active members) and our goal is to reach 600 memberships. There are still 48 memberships need your help!
With just $10 you can sponsor your favorite teacher or staff to become a PTSA member. Please contact membership co-chairs via xiaohua.chen@gmail.com for how to sponsor a teacher/staff.
Let’s finish strong in the last stride. Together we can reach our goal!
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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
Attachment with form;
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LOOKING FOR BHS PTSA VOLUNTEER |
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CONGRATULATIONS TO BHS JAZZ BAND |
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Congratulations to the jazz bands who both played wonderfully yesterday at the Newport Jazz Festival.
Jazz II was a runner up in the 2A division.
Jazz I won the 3A/4A division and was awarded the Sweepstakes trophy. Pianist Roman Goron was awarded an outstanding soloist award.
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HIGH SCHOOL BSD RESILIENCE GROUP |
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Bellevue School District MHAT Team is offering a 7-week virtual Resilience Class starting Thursday March 10th. The Counseling department has asked PTAs to help get the word out to parents through Newsletters and Social Media.
Please include the attached information in the next Bellevue Blast.
Thank you,
Julee Seibel
Health & Wellness Director, Bellevue PTSA Council
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GOLD ACORN
NOMINATIONS NEEDED!
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Each year our BHS PTSA recognizes two individuals for making outstanding efforts on behalf of our students. The Golden Acorn Award is presented to a school or community volunteer in recognition of their dedication and service to children and youth. The Outstanding Educator Award recognizes individuals who make significant contributions that enhance the education of children.
We need to hear from you! Do you know a school volunteer or teacher who has had a significant impact on your student during the past school year? If so, please send an email to mzhou12@yahoo.com to nominate this person for the Golden Acorn (outstanding volunteer) or Outstanding Educator (super teacher) Award. Include their name and what they’ve done to make an impact on your student or why you think they deserve to be recognized. Award winners will be recognized at our final General Membership meeting in early June.
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Attention Seniors!
Go Aloha for 2022
{Lei Fundraiser Coming Soon}
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The Bellevue Orchestra Booster Club will be selling Leis for the graduating class of 2022. As in years past, wearing a Lei at the BHS graduation ceremony has become a long standing tradition. These strings of golden yellow plumeria have become the must-have accessory for our graduating students' big day. Not only is it a way for seniors to spruce up their cap and gown, but it is also a way to help give back to the Bellevue High School Orchestra. The Orchestra Boosters’ Lei fundraiser helps contribute to scholarships, the purchase of instruments and sheet music, and provides funding for field trips.
As we gather the final information from our Hawaiian store liaison, please watch for pricing, how to purchase, and other information in the coming weeks via the Blast and by visiting our website at www.BellevueOrchestra.org.
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THE GOODWILL TRUCK IS COMING ON SATURDAY April 2nd!
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Bellevue High School Lower Parking Lot
Saturday, April 2nd, 9 am – 11:30 am or when the 2 trucks are full.
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, April 2nd to accept donations 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).
You can bring almost everything (OLD TVs, COMPUTERS, SMALL ELECTRONICS, RIPPED CLOTHING, BROKEN TOYS, etc. - what Goodwill can’t sell to the public, they sell to scrap dealers). Please note that items CANNOT be any bigger than an end table. Additional exclusions at https://evergreengoodwill.org/donate-goods/donation-guidelines
This is a fundraiser for the Bellevue High Band Boosters
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"We all come to the theatre with baggage. The baggage of our daily lives, the baggage of our problems, the baggage of our tragedies, the baggage of being tired. It doesn't matter what age you are. But if our hearts get opened and released -- well that is what theatre can do, and does sometimes, and everyone is thankful when that happens."- Vanessa Redgrave
BHS Drama Website:
Check out the amazing performance video from the Crimson House Murder, browse photos, or order an ad or kudo for a theater student in the Legally Blonde spring musical all in one place: https://www.bhsdramaboosters.org/
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BHS Theater Arts
April 27 (7:00 PM invite audience only) 28/29/30 Showtime 7:00 PM Afternoon Matinee April 30th 2:00 PM. Based on the novel and the hit movie of the same name, Legally Blonde: the Musical chronicles the journey of the famously perky Elle Woods, a fashion-savvy, UCLA sorority girl who finds her life turned upside down when she is dumped by her boyfriend Warner.
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WOLVERINE GUARD 2021-2022 |
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The 2021-22 Wolverine Guard Program is going strong! We already have received applications and hours for some students. For those who aren’t familiar with it, WG is a Bellevue High PTSA sponsored award that recognizes students who perform 100+ hours of community service in the 12-month period from May 1st to April 30th of each school year. Students who complete the WG requirements earn a certificate of recognition and who get WG two years during high school, get a special tassel at graduation.
As a reminder: The PTSA WG program is separate from the Bellevue School District's volunteer hours requirement for graduation. However, hours that are earned to meet graduation requirements may also be used to meet WG requirements. You will need to download WG forms off of our website to both record your hours (and get supervisor’s signatures!) and the WG Application form. Thank you to those students who are supporting people through giving your time and energy. You do make a difference!
Please note that Wolverine Guard hours are subject to approval. Usually, volunteer hours need to be done for an organization with 501(c)(3) status."
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The BHS Boys Soccer season is underway!
Our JVC Team started with a fabulous, decisive 7-0 win over Sammamish, then a 2-1 win over Hazen. Way to go JVC!!! Congrats to Charlie Miller on earning Hard Cap (Hardest Worker) of the Week!
Our JV Team met up with Newport and Lake Washington. Congratulations to Saleh Kamel on scoring his first goal of the season!
BHS Varsity started the season with two home games against Mariner and Liberty as well. Congratulations to Adhi Meyyappan who scored the first goal of the season for the Varsity Wolverines and earned the Spirit Award of the week.
This week:
JVC is playing each of Liberty’s 2 C-Teams Monday at home, Wednesday away.
Both JV and Varsity have two away games against Mariner and Liberty, then face Hazen in home games on Thursday night. JV at 5:30pm; Varsity at 7:30pm. Please come out to cheer the teams on!
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SENIOR EVENTS TIMELINE – BHS CLASS OF 2022 |
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CLASS OF 2022 ALL-NIGHT GRAD PARTY
THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2022 (Night of Graduation)
8:00PM (June 16) – 5:30AM (June 17)
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This is your last week to take advantage of early bird pricing! Price goes up after Friday, February 18.
129 other people have already purchased their tickets and saved their seats on buses. Don’t miss out!
Watch this video to get a sneak peek of what you can expect!
EVENT DETAILS
THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 2022 (Night of Graduation)
8:00PM (June 16) – 5:30AM (June 17)
WHAT IS THE ALL-NIGHT GRAD PARTY?
A tradition at Bellevue High School (and many high schools in the West), the 2022 All-Night Grad Party — a senior year highlight — is held on the evening of graduation and provides the Seniors with an opportunity for a safe, drug and alcohol-free FUN celebration with non-stop entertainment all night long.
It is one of the last opportunities to be together as a class.
The 2022 All-Night Grad Party begins with organized bus transportation from school, that takes the graduates to surprise destinations with incredible entertainment, food and music, and returns them to the school early the following morning.
Students who have attended past All-Night Grad Parties say, “You do not want to miss this!”
The 2022 All-Night Grad Party is funded through ticket sales and monies that the Class of 2022 Parent Booster Committee has been raising since freshman year.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
$179.00 after Feb 18th
This includes an all-inclusive night: transportation to multiple fun-filled, activity-packed SECRET venues, entertainment, activities, games, prizes, dinner, breakfast, and FUN, FUN, FUN all night long!
Most importantly, this is a safe and supervised event with NO alcohol or drugs.
More details and ticket sales here!
Should you have any questions or would like to volunteer to help in any way, please reach out to bellevuehs2022@gmail.com.
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Hey Seniors Parents!
Coming up we have many exciting senior events some of them being Baccalaureate and the Senior Salute assembly!
Our Baccalaureate event is a time where kids and families can reflect and express gratitude for their high school experience, while listening to speeches and watching student performances. While our Senior Salute assembly is a high energy assembly where we present some senior awards, and students showcase unique talents to their class!
For each of these events we need your help!! We are going to be holding audition signups March 23rd-30th and auditions will be held April 6th. Please encourage your students to signup!
Coming up we also have our final fundraiser! This will be the last time for anyone to donate towards our Prom and other senior events. Starting March 21st we will be opening a touchbase fundraiser for anyone to donate for our class! Any amount of money is greatly appreciated and remember this is the last opportunity to donate for this year’s Seniors!!
Senior Class Officers
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CLASS OF 2023 RAFFLE WINNER |
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WE HAVE A RAFFLE WINNER! CONGRATULATIONS TO BOB IRISH!
HE IS THE LUCKY WINNER OF THE FABULOUS COLLECTION OF PRIZES!
WE ARE HAPPY TO REPORT A SUCCESSFUL RAFFLE, WE SOLD 100% OF THE TICKETS, RAISING $20,000 FOR THE CLASS OF 2023!
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED GOAL ACHIEVED!
Special shout out to the following ladies for selling 100 or more tickets: Rizza Cea Rachel Li Courtney Tucker Sam VanAppledorn Courtney Bailey Karen Bovencamp Kelly Schneider Ellen Wilwerding Nadene Stauffe
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Registration is now open for remote and in-person summer enrichment classes at the University of Washington. This is a great opportunity for high school students looking for unique summer learning with classes in creative writing, Engineering Design, Coding in Java and Python, Esports, Algorithmic Thinking and more!
Visit www.youth-teen.uw.edu for registration information and to see a complete list of summer 2022 courses.
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CITY OF BELLEVUE GREENER LIVING CLASS SERIES
SPRING 2022- REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
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Learn how to live more sustainably! City of Bellevue Utilities are pleased to offer free, interactive Greener Living live and virtual Zoom classes. Participants are welcome to attend a single class, any combination, or all of the classes. All classes are designed to participate independent of the others. Attendees will receive a digital kit of resources, tips, and tools after each class. All ages are welcome; however, these classes are geared towards adults and children over seven. Registration is required to receive the link to the class. To register contact the City at recycle@bellevuewa.gov or 206-949-1787. You may also find more information at www.bellevuewa.gov/greener-living-classes
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YMCA EARTH SERVICE CORP
ENVIRONMENTAL SYMPOSIUM
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YMCA Environmental Symposium
The Symposium gathers passionate, motivated student leaders together at the University of Washington to learn about the environmental issues facing our world and how to create a sustainable future for our schools, communities and beyond! Participants will take part in hands-on workshops led by local organizations and designed to educate students about environmental topics as well as give teens the skills they need to address environmental issues in their schools and communities. Youth will be networking with peers and adults and gaining tools to create real, positive change. Lunch will be provided with vegetarian options available. There will also be a free raffle of outdoor and environmental prizes for all in attendance.
Supporting Youth Participation
The Symposium is a one of a kind event and YESC is dedicated to ensuring that youth have the opportunity to attend. To support students and teachers we are offering Substitute Teacher Reimbursements and a Letter of Support.
In order to support teachers that would like to bring youth to this event, we are offering Teacher Substitute Reimbursements to those teachers that bring five or more students. Teachers or staff are eligible even if they are not officially affiliated with the YMCA Earth Service Corps. There are limited spaces, so we encourage teachers to contact us quickly to ensure they reserve a reimbursement. Finally, we are able to provide a Letter of Support that details the academic benefits of this event to help students receive an excused absence.
WHAT: YMCA Environmental Symposium
WHO: Youth 13-18 years old
WHEN: Friday, March 25th from 8:30-1:30
WHERE: University of Washington, Mary Gates Hall
REGISTER: Participants can register online, by calling 206.587.6116 or emailing us at yesc@seattleymca.org. Deadline: March 17th. Groups of 5 or more must register by Feb 22nd. Space is limited so we encourage you to register quickly!
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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 of academic success and social-emotional well-being, regardless of language, gender, race, socioeconomic status, and special needs.
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BELLEVUE BLAST ARTICLE DEADLINE |
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The deadlines for submitting Bellevue Blast articles are as follows:
- School news and PTSA articles – Friday 6 pm deadline
- Athletics and Activities articles – Sunday 6 pm deadline
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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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