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BELLEVUE BLAST
The Newsletter of
Bellevue High School PTSA
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MAKE AN IMPACT CAMPAIGN UPDATE | |
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Thank you to all of our generous donors who contributed to our Make an Impact Fall Fundraising campaign! We are still waiting on employer matching funds to roll in, but as of today we have raised close to $20,000! This is a great start towards our fundraising efforts for the year – our annual goal is to raise $70,000 to fully fund our PTSA initiatives that support our students, staff, and community.
Keep an eye out for future fundraising events and campaigns in the new year!
Thank you all for your support!
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We try hard to include all donors in our honor roll. We really appreciate your generosity – if you donated through an employee portal or have mailed a check please email us at fundraising@bellevuehighptsa.com and we will add you to the Wolverine Honor Roll.
Thank you so much for your support!
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Are you looking to get involved in the PTSA? We have shuffled a few of our Executive Board positions, and we need a new Secretary for the duration of the 2023/2024 school year.
This is a fantastic way to learn more about the school, learn what is going on, meet other parents, and help the school function smoothly and effectively.
Secretary – PTSA Executive Committee
Responsible for taking meeting minutes at the Board and General meetings.
Distributing meeting minutes after each meeting and following up on action items.
This is a great time to get involved with Bellevue High School!!!
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PTSA NOMINATING COMMITTEE | |
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It is almost the end of 2023, and we can't believe how quickly time is flying by - so quickly that we are already thinking about next year's PTSA Board and are looking to put our NOMINATING COMMITTEE together.
The Nominating Committee serves a critical role by identifying and nominating individuals to serve on the 2024-2025 PTSA Executive Board and Board of Directors. The success of the PTSA in supporting our school and community relies on the passion, dedication, and diversity of our volunteers, and the Nominating Committee helps find the right people for the right job!
We are looking for individuals who are friendly, inquisitive, and like getting together for coffee or tea and meeting new people. If this sounds like you, or if you would like more information about the committee, please fill out the short form found here and we will reach out to connect!
Have a great week!
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I-CONNECT DOCUMENTARY SCREENING | |
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The rigors of applying to college will be the focus at a special PTSA I-Connect screening of the captivating documentary “Try Harder!” on the evening of February 6 in the Bellevue High School (BHS) Performing Arts Center. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. A panel discussion immediately follows the film. All BHS families are invited.
Synopsis of “Try Harder!”:
At Lowell High School, the top public high school in San Francisco, the seniors are stressed out. As they prepare for the emotionally draining college application process, students are keenly aware of the intense competition for the few open spots in their dream colleges. At Lowell — where cool kids are nerds, nearly everyone has an amazing talent, and most of the student body is Asian American — the things that usually make a person stand out can feel commonplace. With humor and heart, director Debbie Lum captures the reality of the American college application process, and the intersection of class, race, and educational opportunity as young adults navigate an ever-demanding rite of passage. (Running time: 85 minutes)
Guest speakers:
Yvonne Chiu, Assistant Admissions Director, University of Washington (UW)
Ms. Chiu, who oversees freshman recruitment, is currently in the midst of reviewing applications submitted to UW for Fall 2024. As the parent of a high school senior herself, she offers unique insights from both sides of the admissions office door. Ms. Chiu has a B.A. from Dartmouth College and earned her Master of Science in Education degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Benjamin Liu, Alumni Interviewer for Princeton University; Founder and CEO, Devblock Technologies
After graduating from Bellevue’s Newport High School, Mr. Liu entered Princeton at the age of 17. On his college applications, he listed these credentials: National Merit semi-finalist, top-ten nationally ranked tennis player, state doubles champion, and concert pianist with the Seattle Symphony and Seattle Youth Symphony. Having lived through what he calls a “quintessential ‘tiger’ upbringing,” Mr. Liu shares his perspectives on trying to strike the right balance when parenting his own children.
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BHS PTSA 2023-24 School Directory now available! | |
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Did you know another benefit of Bellevue High School PTSA membership is access to our school directory, provided by DirectorySpot? This year's directory is now LIVE! All current PTSA members should have received an email on Thur., Dec. 7th (Subject: "DirectorySpot Account") with a link to login. 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!
Questions? Email: membership@bellevuehighptsa.com.
To sign up for membership go to: http://www.bellevuehighptsa.com/wp/joinptsa/
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Next Booster Meeting
The next Theater Booster Club Meeting will be Tuesday, January 16th at 7 PM in the Black Box. All parents of theater students are invited. Join the theater director and booster club officers in discussing what is on the horizon for the theater department.
Spring Musical Auditions
Spring musical auditions for The Addams Family start Tuesday, January 16th and continue through Thursday, January 18th. Contact Mr. Kline for more details!
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YEARBOOK PURCHASING AND SUBMISSIONS | |
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Purchase a Yearbook: 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. If your student has ASB it will give you an option to purchase a yearbook for $80 but if you student does not have ASB, it should give you an option to purchase a yearbook for $90. Guarantee your student a yearbook by purchasing before Friday, January 26. After January 26, we will only have a limited amount to be sold.
Senior Yearbook Ad submission: Parents can purchase a senior advertisement on Jostens: https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1119104.
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| Ad Size | By 1/26/24 | | Quarter Page | $100 | | Half Page | $195 | | Full Page | $390 | | |
Senior Photo and Quote Submission – 2/2/24 deadline: Between now and February2, email bhsbeacon@bsd405.org with subject line as “Senior Portrait, Quote + your students first and last name”. No late submissions will be accepted. | |
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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. During the last school year, WG had 98 Bellevue High students earn a Wolverine Guard certificate for the 2022-2023 school year!
- ALL BHS students from 9-12 grades are eligible for WG should they meet the requirements.
- 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 be awarded the WG Distinction Community Service Award.
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Submissions must include WG application, and time log forms. Time logs should include detailed hours 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.
Application is due midnight on April 30th, 2024. No late application 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 Lucille Tam and Michelle Pflaum at wolverineguard@bellevuehighptsa.com.
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ORCHESTRA BOOSTER CLUB MEETING 1/9 | |
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BHS Orchestra Booster Club Meeting: New date, time & location! January 9th @ 8pm - online!
Our BHS Orchestra Boosters welcomes all orchestra parents to our next meeting on Tuesday, January 9th at 8pm (please note date & time change). This meeting will be virtual. Please email with any questions and for zoom link. bellevueorchestra@gmail.com
We hope you can join us to hear details about upcoming events, discuss fundraising projects, and meet other parents!
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BHS BAND BOOSTER CLUB MEETING | |
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FIRST MONDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:00PM
Room 1405
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 needs, and share how you can help volunteer and support your student and the band program! We have a lot of fun!
Meeting dates are Jan. 8; Feb. 5, March. 11, April. 1, April. 29, June. 10.
If you have questions, please email bellevueband@gmail.com
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Does your son play soccer? All parents of boys soccer players are invited to our next booster club meeting, Wednesday, January 10, 7PM, Lisa Mohanty's home, 2133 102nd Pl SE. Please come learn about the boys soccer program and help us plan for our Spring 2024 season. | |
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ImPACT Test Dates for the BHS 2023/24 Sports Seasons:
No registration needed, just show up – the impact test takes approximately 30 – 45 minutes.
Students will need their BSD laptops for ImPACT testing.
ImPACT Testing will begin at 2:00pm at Bellevue High School – Lower Aux/North Gym – Room 0302
January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, March 6, 13, 20, 27. April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22 and June 5, 12, 19, 2024
Impact testing is required for Football, Soccer, Divers, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse prior to participating.
Any question please contact Kelli Mayer, BHS Athletics & Activities at mayerk@bsd405.org
The Wolverine Way. It’s Worth the Climb…. We hold high standards.
We embrace the challenge together and support one another along the way.
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DIVE INTO EXCITEMENT
WITH THE GIRLS WATER POLO TEAM!
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Calling All Aspiring Athletes!
Are you ready to make a splash? The Girls Water Polo Team is looking for new members to join our squad. Whether you're an experienced player or new to the sport, we welcome you to be a part of our team.
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Mark Your Calendars!
Student & Parent Informational Meeting
- Date: January 22
- Time: To Be Determined
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Practices are set to begin at the end of February. It's the perfect opportunity to develop your skills, build teamwork, and have a ton of fun.
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BELLEVUE BLAST ARTICLE DEADLINE | |
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The deadlines for submitting Bellevue Blast articles are as follows:
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School news and PTSA articles – Friday 6 pm deadline
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Athletics and Activities articles – Sunday 6 pm deadline
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PTSA EXECUTIVE BOARD / QUICK LINKS | | |
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Our Address:
10416 Wolverine Way
Bellevue, Washington
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