Cougar Connect: Unity Day!

It was wonderful seeing so many families at last night's PTA Bingo Night!!!  I had no idea there were so many variations on how you could play Bingo!  As we continue through the year, we hope you will join us for the next PTA event which will happen on October 25th - the Clyde Hill PTA Trunk or Treat!

Trunk or Treat - Friday, October 25th

The Clyde Hill PTA is happy to present our annual Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 25 at 6 pm.  Families that are interested in hosting a Trunk can sign up at Clyde Hill PTA: 2024 Trunk or Treat (signupgenius.com).   We are also looking for a limited number of volunteers to help with parking management as well as helping to restock candy. See the sign up website for more details.

Trunk hosters should plan to arrive at 5 pm to get set up, which will be in the East parking lot bordering 98^th Ave NE and NE 24^th St.   

Our very own Candy Monster will be set up in the office starting this coming Monday; the Candy Monster as always appreciates your candy donations!

We understand the Northwest Arts Center on NE 23^rd St. east of the school also has an event that evening so it will be a busy and fun time in the neighborhood.  Please keep this in mind when making transportation arrangements. 

Please contact David Cordova at 206 369 4637; dcordova@deloitte.com with any questions. 

Events like Bingo Night and Trunk or Treat are so special for schools not only because of the memories formed but also for the community they help develop among our families.  We also strive to daily to develop this community among our students.  On October 16th, Clyde Hill Elementary, alongside schools in Bellevue and around the world, will celebrate Unity Day, an opportunity to celebrate the unity and community we work to build in our school.  Below, our school counselor, Fran Gatica, known as Mrs. G. to our students, shares more about Unity Day in the Counseling Corner.

Counseling Corner:  By Fran Gatica

Next week is Unity Week at our school! We invite all students to wear orange on Wednesday to show their support. This week is filled with activities that encourage everyone to think about what unity means—whether it’s being kind to one another, standing up for friends, or fostering a sense of community.

You’ll notice orange decorations by the front door, and students will have the opportunity to take pledges outside to promote kindness and unity here at Clyde Hill. With engaging activities planned in the library, classrooms, and during recess, we aim to create an inclusive environment where every student feels like they belong.

For a fun video explaining Unity Day, please click here: Unity Day Video.

Clyde Hill Vision & Screening Day is coming NEXT WEEK. 

Nurse Amy Needs Parent Volunteers to help!

When:               Tuesday, October 15^th (8:00AM- until finished, usually we get it done within a few hours)

Where:              Stem Room for Hearing; the Stage for Vision

How:                   Kirsten Oulton district Audiologist and Parent Volunteers for Hearing screening (arrive 7:30AM).

Nurse Amy Borberg and Nurse Deb Baker for Vision.

What is needed:          

5-7 parents to be trained by Kirsten Oulton, OD to use the audiometer for hearing screening (it is really easy, very straightforward, and fun because you get to be with students!)

2-3 parents to work as runners to pick up classes and bring them to stage/stem room.

Interested? Please email the nurse directly – Amy Borberg RN, borberga@bsd405.org. I would like to have parents commit by Sunday, 10/13 please.

As always, in great gratitude of PTSA and the Clyde Hill Parent Community in support of the Health and Wellbeing of our students, Nurse Amy Borberg

 

Lastly, we have several updates shared from the Bellevue School District central office.  These items are shared to all schools as they pertain to families across the district.

Fall Panorama Survey

Bellevue School District is launching the Fall 2024 Panorama Student Survey to gather valuable insights into students' experiences and to further support their growth and well-being. The survey will focus on several key areas, including school climate, sense of belonging, and social-emotional learning (SEL), offering students an opportunity to share their perspectives. Learn more on the Panorama Surveys webpage on the district website.

 

Follow BSD on Facebook

The district launched a new Facebook page, facebook.com/bellevueschools405. We invite you to visit and follow us for the latest updates from our schools, student and staff accomplishments, district news, resources for families, upcoming events, and much more. Stay connected and informed! 

The BSD community can also stay up to date with district happenings on our website, through school and district newsletters, Instagram, X and YouTube. 

 

New Sensory Friendly Performances – Bellevue Youth Theater

Bellevue Youth Theater is piloting a new program to make theatre more accessible for all: Sensory Friendly Performances. These are performances specifically designed for audiences who are on the spectrum or have other sensory-processing sensitivities.

Sensory friendly performances will have increased lighting, lower sound volumes, a designated quiet zone, sensory guides and complimentary fidgets, items in the lobby that can be touched and explored prior to the show, an actor introduction of the show, and the permitted use of digital devises. Fewer seats will be sold for these shows to make for a more comfortable viewing experience. Our goal is to welcome many into the theatre who may not have been comfortable before. Learn more by calling 425-452-7155

Upcoming sensory friendly performances will include

• The Mummy’s Revenge (November 2, 2:00 p.m.)
• Finding Nemo Jr. (November 23, 7:00 p.m.)
• Twas the Night Before Christmas (December 14, 2:00 p.m.)

 

Free Family Workshop – Transition to Middle and High School

Join Bellevue LifeSpring for an upcoming free family workshop, Everything You Need to Know for Your Child's Transition to Middle or High School presented by Sistema Escolar.

In this session, families will learn how to navigate their child’s transition to middle or high school with ease. Sistema Escolar will provide expert guidance on the entire process, available resources, and what families can expect during this important phase. Don’t miss out on essential information to help support your child’s educational journey.

This workshop is free to attend and open to all Bellevue families. Snacks and childcare are provided.

Register today! Space is limited.

Workshop presented in Spanish
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Bellevue Family Hub

Stevenson Elementary School
14220 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98007
 

Workshop presented in English
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Bellevue Family Hub

Stevenson Elementary School
14220 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98007

 

As we move further into the year, the main newsletter for each month will be posted at the beginning of each month with updates from the central office or brief updates from Clyde Hill posted each week.  I will make sure all district information is posted here with an email alerting you that it has been posted.

In partnership,

Amy MacDonald

Principal, Clyde Hill Elementary School

 

 

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, 425-456-4040 or phamn@bsd405.org

Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment:Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, 425-456-4010 or lowellj@bsd405.org

Disability Discrimination:Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Karen Dejong, 425-456-4277 or dejongk@bsd405.org

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.