SUPPORT THE BHS PTSA AND MAKE AN IMPACT

The Bellevue High School PTSA is kicking off our Fall Fundraising campaign and we need YOUR support! Your donations are the key to keeping BHS one of the top schools in the state! With your help, we can continue to fund essential programs like extended tutorials, college prep support, mental health and resilience counseling, and grants for academics, athletics, and school clubs. Every donation, big or small, counts towards creating a brighter future for our students. We are aiming for participation from 100% of the families in our community to raise $50,000! All donations - large and small - will help us to reach our goal!

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.

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. If you donate through a company giving portal please email fundraising@bellevuehighptsa.com so we can add you to the Donor Honor Roll. 

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.



Join us in this exciting fundraising campaign and help us continue to support excellence and opportunity at BHS. Let’s make this year unforgettable—donate today and make an impact!

PTSA MEMBERSHIP PERK!

Did you know another benefit of Bellevue High School PTSA membership is access to our school directory? With secure online or app access, DirectorySpot will be launching in Dec. providing members with student, parent and teacher/staff info as well as class lists. If you have a current membership, be on the lookout for an email with login credentials. And if you still have plans to join, all new and returning parents, guardians, students, staff, and interested community members are invited! It's never too late to PTSA.



Your annual membership supports important academic needs, is an active voice on decisions that impact your child's health, safety, and quality of education and helps build a stronger, more inclusive, school community.

To sign up go to: http://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/joinptsa/

MULTICULTURAL NIGHT

Diversity Inclusion Club and ASB invite you to the Multicultural Night!

Please join us for an evening of fun and celebration of the rich cultures we have at Bellevue! This year, the Multicultural Night will be held in the commons after school on the 15th of November from 5:30-7:00 PM. Each country will have a booth to share their culture with our community through posters, food, and traditional games. We will even have live performances!!

We would love to see you all there as we build a closer-knit community at Bellevue High School!

If you are interested in representing your own culture or club, please fill out this MS forms: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=OUFKmQZ8HkmAmHkAbVdd4PBftJzKLhFFplaYqXaLQXhUMENBTkpQN05TUTRIMEpKMjJXSjJZWTZCVC4u

NOVEMBER I-CONNECT TO FURTHER EXAMINE AI IN EDUCATION

We've entered a new era in education, one where artificial intelligence (AI) tools are readily accessible to both teachers and students. To continue our I-Connect conversation we began last spring, we will delve deeper into the rapid advancements in AI and its impact on student learning.

How can we help students appreciate the importance of their own thoughts, ideas, and authenticity in the era of AI? What are teachers doing to encourage and authenticate original work? Join us to explore these questions and more.

When: Friday, November 22, 2024, 8:15-9:45 a.m.

Where: Bellevue High School (BHS) Library

Who’s Invited: All Current Parents/Caregivers

Guest Speakers:

JUST ADDED!: Kimberly Richardson, has been an English teacher for 23 years. At BHS, she teaches sophomore English and journalism. She also advises the school newspaper, The Barque, and the programming club. 

Mathew Wright, Instructional Technology Curriculum Leader, is the BHS staff person assigned to provide teacher training to support strong instruction and implementation of curriculum and technology programs. He has conducted professional training for BHS teachers in the use of AI tools.

Key Topics:

• AI-powered personalized learning
• AI-assisted teaching and tutoring
• Ethical considerations and biases in AI
• Preparing your child for an AI-driven future

Don't miss this opportunity to:

• Understand the potential benefits and risks of AI in education
• Learn about the ethical use and misuse of the technology
• Ask questions and connect with other parents



I-Connect is a community engagement program sponsored by PTSA.

Call for Entries!

Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that helps students explore their own thoughts/feelings/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 2024-2025 program year is “Accepting Imperfection.” Students submit their completed works of art in one or more of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts, Accessible Arts. 

Deadline for submitting student entries is Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6 PM. 

Contest rules and more information available on the BHS PTSA website.

FALL 2024 GRANT APPLICATIONS

The PTSA has started the grant application process for the fall of 2024!



Similar to the way we did it in the spring, we have moved to a digital application. Please edit the word document provided here and send the application as a completed word document, not pdf. The deadline for application is November 5th. We encourage you to present your grant to the committee in person on November 12, starting at 4:00. 

I welcome any questions or concerns, the fastest way to get ahold of me is danagribble@gmail.com though you can also email grants@bellevuehighptsa.com

WOLVERINE GUARD

Wolverine Guard (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. Each student who reports 100 or more approved hours will earn the Wolverine Guard Community Service Award. Last year 116 Bellevue High students earned Wolverine Guard, with Wolverine Guard recipients completing over 14,000 combined hours of service in our community.

• ALL BHS students from 9-12 grades are eligible for WG should they meet the requirements.
• Students who earn WG in a given school year will receive a certificate to recognize their community service. Students who earn WG in at least two of their four years at BHS will qualify for a WG Blue/Gold Honor Cord at graduation; students with 4 years of service at BHS will also be awarded the WG Distinction Community Service Award.
• Application must include volunteer time logs. Log forms should be detailed and with signed (non-digital) signatures from volunteer coordinators.
• Volunteering is done through a non-profit organization (usually a 501c3 organization).
• The PTSA WG program is separate from the Bellevue School District volunteer hours requirement for graduation. We DO NOT coordinate with Naviance and will only accept Wolverine Guard time logs.

Applications are due midnight on April 30th, 2025. No late applications will be accepted!

Review guidelines and WG application and time logs at PTSA Wolverine Guard page: https://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/wolverine-guard/. 

Any questions, please reach out to Michelle Pflaum and Sherry Fang at wolverineguard@bellevuehighptsa.com.

THANK YOU to all who came out to see Dracula last week. Our first show of the year was student-directed and was a huge success. We are so proud of all of the students who put together this great show.

UP NEXT: Clue - Shows will be performed December 5th at 7 PM, December 6th at 7 PM, and December 7th at 2 PM and 7 PM. Don't miss it!



Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game. The story takes place at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects! Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!  

BHS ORCHESTRA BOOSTER CLUB MEETING

OCTOBER 12TH @ 7:00PM - VIRTUAL 

Mark your calendar! BHS Orchestra Booster Club welcomes all orchestra parents to attend our next meeting: Tuesday, November 12th at 7:00pm.

We will be discussing upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising projects. It's also a great way to meet other parents!

Join us from the comfort of your home, as this meeting will be virtual.



Please email bellevueorchestra@gmail.com with any questions and to request the meeting link. 

BHS BAND BOOSTERS

All parents of BHS Band students…please join us on the first non-holiday Monday of every month, for a chance to learn more about the Bellevue Band Boosters.



Mr. George and Mr. Harvey share all the ins and outs of BHS Band happenings and news about upcoming performances, special events, fundraising efforts, and how you can support your student and the band program. We have a lot of fun!

We have a tremendous year with some big fun events to come… Leavenworth parade, Friday football games, jazz band, seasonal concerts, Disneyland Parade/Disney composer experience…want to know more?

Join us at the BHS Band Booster meetings: Dec. 2^nd, Jan. 13^th, Feb. 3^rd, March 3^rd, April 7^th, May 12^th, June 9^th.

CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER FOR THE BHS BARQUE ON NOVEMBER 6

Please help support the BHS Barque by eating at Chipotle (10503 NE 4th street, Bellevue) from 4 to 8PM on Wednesday, November 6th. Show the flyer in the restaurant or order online for pick-up using code: WCR2FAT and Chipotle will donate 25% of your bill to support our team. Thank you!

CLASS OF 2025

Class of 2025 Parents

We are slowly reaching our goal of 50,000 but still have aways to go. Thank you to everyone that donated to the fall fundraising drive for $125 per family for class of 2025. Please donate below if you are able. 

Reminder to have your company match your donation! 

Senior (Class of 2025) – Bellevue High PTSA

Spirit Wear Website for Class of 2025

Thanks to Sam Vanappledorn, we have a Class of 2025 spirit wear website where you can order t-shirts and sweatshirts. You can buy this spirit wear by clicking on the link below. All proceeds go to Class of 2025.

BHS Class 2025 Spirit Wear | SamBrand Co | powered by OrderMyGear

Lastly, a few dates to remember..

Purchase a Yearbook Now!

Yearbooks are available for purchase on Touchbase: https://wa-bellevue.intouchreceipting.com/ . Once in TouchBase, find a grey box with the student’s name -> My school -> categories -> Yearbook. Yearbooks will be sold for $80 with ASB, and $90 without ASB through 12/31/24, after which all yearbooks will be priced at $90 regardless.

Senior Photo and Quote/Favorite Memory Submission – 1/31/25 Deadline: Submit your senior photo with a quote or your favorite memory to this link: https://photos.jostens.com/7ZV3PWn

Senior Yearbook Ad Submission – 11/24/24 deadline for lowest rates: Parents can purchase a senior advertisement on Jostens under Yearbook Ads: Bellevue High School BELLEVUE, WA | Jostens

Rates go up after this deadline.

We will post Senior deadlines on the PTA Website as they come up.

Stephanie, Cindy and Kerrie

Senior Class of 2025 Advisors

PRACTICE SAT/ACT TEST

The BHS Class of 2025 in partnership with the Princeton Review is offering full-length Mock SAT or ACT tests. The sign-up fee is $30 for ACT or SAT mock tests and $60 for taking both. All proceeds benefit the BHS Class of 2025 graduation activities.

Sign up deadline: preferred by Nov 6, 2024. (late sign-up is fine ok and email BHSclass2025mocktest@gmail.com for questions)

Test dates available from Nov 9 to Dec 9, 2024.

Link for Signing-up for the SAT/ACT mock test:

https://bellevuehighptsa.givebacks.com/store

COLLEGE AND CAREEER CENTER UPDATES

Below are some updates from the College and Career Center, if you have questions, want to meet, or need more information just send me an email, Teams Chat, or use the link in my signature to book a meeting.

OPPORTUNITIES:

• UW 2024 STEM Expo: This free admission fair will exhibit UW STEM departments, student organizations, and research. It will also include informational sessions to help attendees navigate college decision-making and opportunities to explore STEM careers with STEM professionals.

COMMUNITY:

• Outdoors For All Foundation winter volunteer opportunities

COLLEGE VISITS: (all visits at 7:30 am in the library unless otherwise noted)

• Sat 11/2: National Portfolio Day at Cornish College 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Mon 11/4: Hawaii Pacific University
• Tues 11/5: University of Arizona
• Wed 11/6: St. John's College
• Fri 11/8: Seattle Pacific University

LIBRARY UPDATES

Below are some more updates from the Library. If you have any questions, want to find a book, have suggestions, or just want to talk about what you're reading, come see me in the library or send me an email or Teams Chat!

BHS LIBRARY NEWS:

• Your librarian will be out of the building Thursday 11/7 and Friday 11/8 and there may not be a substitute so there may be closures — pay attention to signs at the library doors and be flexible. Thanks for your understanding!
• New rules coming soon! Heads up that we are going to be enforcing new rules in the library starting Monday 11/18 — start practicing now!
• No eating in the library! Eat your lunch elsewhere and then come to the library to study, read, use the printer, check out a book, talk to your friendly librarian, etc.
• If you're in the library during class time you must have a pass from a teacher or be on of three lists: free period, running start, or advanced language independent study.
• The back door of the library will be re-alarmed soon! This is a safety issue that is getting fixed. Please enter and exit the library through the main doors.
• November is Native American Heritage Month. I've got some books on display in the library and as a collection in Destiny Discover for you to browse if you'd like to read books by and about Indigenous people this month.
• SO. MANY. NEW. BOOKS! I've made a new display section for new books near the library doors — come by and browse!
• I'd love to have a few creative student helpers make some colorful signs for my new displays. Come to the library and lend me your talents in exchange for volunteer hours!

COMMUNITY NEWS:

• November 1-2 is Dia de Muertos — visit the beautiful ofrenda in the first-floor hallway directly beneath the library (outside room 1232) that was created by your classmates in the Latino Affinity Group. It will be on display through the end of the day today (Friday 11/1).
• Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, is celebrated this year 10/28-11/3. There will be displays and performances throughout the week and this weekend at Bellevue Square if you want to check them out!
• Did you know that King County Library System's Bellevue branch has a Teen Advisory Board? Get involved, help design events for teens at the public library, [eat snacks], and get volunteer hours! Bellevue Library Teen Advisory Board meets every Tuesday 5-6pm at the KCLS Bellevue branch.

SARAH BRYAN, MLIS 

Library Specialist

GIRLS WATER POLO HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER

See's Candy fundraiser! 🎁🍫

• Scan the QR Code or visit the website to purchase
• Purchase now through Dec 6
• https://tinyurl.com/mrxcv6td

K-8 DANCE CAMP AT BELLEVUE HIGH SCHOOL

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024

Bellevue High School Co-ed Dance Team K-8 Mini Dance Camp registration is open through November 25th. Elementary and middle school students come join our team for a day of dance skills and fun as we learn routines to perform for your family and friends. 

Sign up at www.bellevuedanceteam.com today!

Event:  K-8 Dance Camp at Bellevue High School

Event Date:  Saturday, December 07, 2024

Event Time:  10:00am - 3:00pm

Event Cost:  $75.00

Event Registration Deadline: November 25

Registration includes pizza lunch and a t-shirt. 



Each age category will learn a dance routine and perform a showcase to parents and spectators. Come join a day of fun

IMPACT TESTING 2024/25

No registration needed, just show up

ImPACT test takes about 30 – 45 minutes

Bring your BSD laptop for testing

WEDNESDAY 2pm (testing begins at 2pm, arrive early) Lower Aux Gym/North Gym Room 0302

November 6, 13, 20

ImPACT test is required for cheer, football, soccer, divers, volleyball, water polo, basketball, gymnastics, wrestling, baseball, softball, lacrosse and pole vaulters

SENIOR SIGNING DAY

ALL Bellevue High School Athletes committing to sports in college.

Sign together one place, one time.

BHS Senior Signing Day, BHS Main Gym, coming May of 2025

Please email Kelli Mayer, mayerk@bsd405.org include student name, college that our BHS Senior is committing too and what sports.

BHS ATHLETICS SCHEDULE

Thursday November 7^th

Girls Swim and Diving at Seaking District Championship Meet

Girls Volleyball at Seaking District Championship Tournament

Supervisor John Hill

Friday November 8^th

Girls Swim and Dive at Seaking District Championship Meet

Boys Water Polo at Rogers High School Playoff Tournament

Varsity Football v. Shorecrest High School @ Bellevue High School 7:00pm

Supervisors Vic Anderson, Jocelyn Alexander, Cathy Wellington, Matt Stokes, John Hill

Stadium Manager Minh Nguyen

Announcer Will Linser

Spotter Kristin Bennett

Scoreboard Dave Sherbrooke and Greg Pardee

EAST Ticket Gate Ruba Oweis, Yacoub Oweis, Stacia Hansford, Gina Kinan, Nick Simeti, Jerry Iseman, Cathy Lanning, Debra Andrews

WEST Ticket Gate Mark Morrow, Sissi Kamalii, Muideen Ibitowa

Saturday November 9^th

Girls Swim and Dive at Seaking District Championship Meet

Girls Volleyball at Seaking District Championship Tournament

Supervisor John Hill

Boys Cross Country at 3A State Championship Meet, Pasco WA

Boys Water Polo at Rogers High School Playoff Tournament 4:30pm

COMMUNITY CORNER

BELLEVUE DOWNTOWN ICE RINK FUNDRAISER

BELLEVUE YOUTH THEATER FALL SHOWS

We have three fun shows this season and we don't want you to miss out. 

The Mummy's Revenge Oct 25-Nov 3

Finding Nemo JR Nov 15 – 24

T'was the Night Before Christmas Dec 6- 15

Come support local and inclusive arts in your community!  

Performances are on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7pm and Saturday and Sunday afternoons at 2pm. 

>> New this Season: Sensory Friendly Performances

Join us for a relaxed viewing experience. Designed specifically for audience members with sensory sensitivities, these performances will feature increased lighting in the audience, lower sound volumes, reduced or removed fog effects, and the permitted use of digital devices. With smaller audience sizes, a designated quiet area, and a special actor-introduction to the show, it is our goal to make certain that everyone feels comfortable enjoying our theatre in whatever way feels best to them. Complimentary sensory guides and fidgets are available in the lobby.

The Mummy’s Revenge 11/2 at 2:00

Finding Nemo Jr. 11/23 at 7:00

T’was the Night Before Christmas 12/14 at 2:00



Learn more here: (link https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/parks/community-centers/bellevue-youth-theatre/bellevue-youth-theatre-productions) 

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL SKI SWAP

Get Ready for the 38th Annual Newport High School Ski Swap! 

Mark Your Calendar: November 9-10

Join us at the largest ski swap in the greater Seattle area! Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a snowboarding newbie, this event is a must-attend. Here’s why:

1. Massive Selection: With over 20,000 square feet of gym space, we’ve curated 10,000+ new and used ski and snowboard items.
2. Got gear to sell? Register gear online at www.NewportSkiSwap.com and drop off items on Nov 8 or 9 (See website for hours). Sellers get 75% of sale price, and 25% goes to support Newport PTSA.
3. Discover New Gear: Our ski vendors are bringing truckloads of fresh equipment.

Whether you’re upgrading your gear or just starting out, you’ll find something perfect for your winter adventures. Don’t miss your chance to score incredible deals! See you on Nov.9-10! For more info: https://www.newportskiswap.com/

NEWPORT HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY HOLIDAY MARKET

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

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM!

We are so excited to announce that Bellevue High PTSA is on Instagram! Follow us  @bellevueptsa to be the first to know about our upcoming events and updates!

Our Address:

10416 Wolverine Way

Bellevue, Washington