Chinook Newsletter: May 5, 2025
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Chinook Newsletter: May 5, 2025
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Important Dates
- May 8
- May 9
- May 13
- May 15
- May 20
- May 22
- May 26
- No School, Memorial Day
- May 30
- ASB Spirit Assembly (Special Schedule)
- June 13
- 8th Grade Social (PTSA Event)
- June 19
- No School, Juneteenth
- June 20
- 8th Grade Promotion, 12:30 PM (Details)
Changes Due to Emergency Closures
- June 23
- Early Release Day, Wednesday Bell Schedule
- June 24
- New Last Day of School, 2-Hour Day, 7:45-9:45 AM
Greetings Chinook Middle School Community,
This week is Staff Appreciation Week, and I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible people who make Chinook such a special place. Every day, our staff go above and beyond—not just teaching content, but building connections, offering support, and creating an environment where students feel seen and valued.
Chinook is a great school because of its people. I’m proud to work alongside such a dedicated team, and I hope you’ll join me in celebrating and thanking them this week. Their work makes a difference every single day!
Best regards,
James Peterson
Lost and Found Overflowing
Our lost and found in the commons is overflowing with items. Coats, sweatshirts and waterbottles are the bulk. We are reminding students to look for their belongings and we also encourage parents to take an inventory at home for missing items. Students need to keep belongings in a locker. Lockers may be requested through the main office.
PTSA Updates
Staff Appreciation Week!
May 5th-May 9th
Thank you to all our amazing donors who have fulfilled our donation page for this week's Staff Appreciation Week!!! It's been such a success and we'll share photos this week showcasing all our events.
If you have ten seconds and appreciate all that our teachers and staff do, PLEASE leave a note of thanks and appreciation on our Padlet site that we'll show to our teachers and staff! It's an easy and fun way you and your student can highlight our teachers and staff! Our amazing Chinook staff are always so grateful to hear encouraging words and OUR PTSA would love to share your messages with them!!!
Outstanding Educator and Golden Acorn Award
Submissions due May 19th
It’s time to recognize the incredible individuals who go above and beyond for our school community! We are now accepting nominations for the Golden Acorn and Outstanding Educator Awards.
Please complete the short nomination form by Monday, May 19th to tell us about a dedicated volunteer and/or educator in our school community who has made a meaningful impact at Chinook. You can nominate several candidates of your choosing.
Let’s shine a light on the everyday heroes who help our school thrive. Thank you for helping us honor their dedication!
8th Grade "Let's Glow" Celebration
June 13th--6:30-9pm at Chinook
Time to celebrate our 8th graders! June 13th will be a night to remember for our kiddos! This event is free for our students, but permission forms are mandatory! Join us in celebrating our students by volunteering or donating. You can find all the information and the permission form on our WEBSITE.
BSD Family Workshops
Parenting is Hard! How Can We Help?
Join us to learn more about the support services available through Bellevue School District and in the community. We will talk about resources for students of all ages.
Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time: 2:25-3:35
Location: In Person at Jing Mei
Elementary School or Virtually via Teams
Register here.
IMPORTANT: Jing Mei’s new address-12300 Main Street Bellevue WA 98005
Build the Toolbox for my Anxious/Stressed Child
Anxiety is one of the most common issues children face that can lead to challenges in school and life. Join us to learn about the causes of childhood anxiety, how to know when anxiety may need additional support, and how to access help within the Bellevue School District and community.
Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Time: 9:05-10:05
Location: In Person at Jing Mei
Elementary School or Virtually via Teams
Register here.
IMPORTANT: Jing Mei’s new address-12300 Main Street Bellevue WA 98005
Newport High School: Boys and Girls Basketball Camps
Please sign up for our Boys and Girls Basketball Camps! Drills, competition, games and FUN!
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When: June 30, July 1 and July 2
- Where: Newport High School Main Gym
- Who:
- Girls - 3-5th (’25-26 School year) 9am-11am
- Girls - 6-8th (’25-26 School year) 11am-1pm
- Boys - 3-5th (’25-26 School year) 1:30-3:30pm
- Boys - 6-8th (’25-26 School year) 3:30 – 5:30pm
What: Basketball camp coached by NHS Coaches and student athletes
Cost: $120/camp for all three days – Every camper gets a t-shirt and basketball
- Bring shoes and a water bottle
- Space is limited (only 50 spots per session)
Register: https://wa-bellevue.intouchreceipting.com/signin search for ‘youth basketball’
Questions? Contact Newport Girls Head Coach Brad Knowles at 425-941-0127 or knowlesb@BSD405.org or Boys Head Coach Joe Stern at sternJ@BSD405.org
In Case You Missed It
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony – Event Details
We’re excited to celebrate our 8th grade students as they complete their time at Chinook Middle School!
Date and Time: The 2025 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony will take place on Friday, June 20 at 12:30 PM in the Chinook Middle School Gym.
See the full event details here.
PTSA Updates
Staff Appreciation Week!
May 5th-May 9th
Join our staff appreciation team as we celebrate our Chinook teachers and staff!! We are asking for donations as our team sets up a week full of events and treats to show thanks to all our teachers and staff who work tirelessly to make sure our kiddos are successful. You can deliver or drop off any of the items from our donation list by Tuesday May 6th.
You can also leave a note of thanks and appreciation on our Padlet site that we'll show to our teachers and staff! It's an easy and fun way you and your student can highlight our teachers and staff!
Outstanding Educator and Golden Acorn Award
Submissions due May 19th
It’s time to recognize the incredible individuals who go above and beyond for our school community! We are now accepting nominations for the Golden Acorn and Outstanding Educator Awards.
Please complete the short nomination form by Monday, May 19th to tell us about a dedicated volunteer and/or educator in our school community who has made a meaningful impact at Chinook. You can nominate several candidates.
Let’s shine a light on the everyday heroes who help our school thrive. Thank you for helping us honor their dedication!
8th Grade "Let's Glow" Celebration
June 13th--6:30-9pm at Chinook
Time to celebrate our 8th graders! June 13th will be a night to remember for our kiddos! This event is free for our students, but permission forms are mandatory! Join us in celebrating our students by volunteering or donating. You can find all the information and the permission form on our WEBSITE.
SchoolPool
Our school is one of 22 schools participating in Bellevue SchoolPool’s Walk, Bike & Roll to School campaign during the week of May 5-9!
Bellevue SchoolPool is a program that encourages families and students to explore sustainable transportation options for their commute to and from school and alleviate congestion at drop-off and pickup times and locations. During the campaign, students and families are encouraged to walk, bike, carpool or take the bus to and/or from school.
This spring, the campaign is centered around National Bike & Roll to School Day on Wednesday, May 7, but SchoolPool encourages students to try a new way to school any time during week!
SchoolPool also provides students with a scavenger hunt flyer and small, fun items for all students.
For resources including how to set up a bike train or walking school bus and carpooling tips, visit www.BellevueSchoolPool.org and look under “Resources for Students and Families.”
If you would like to sign up for the Bellevue SchoolPool newsletter, click here.
View the BSD Student Art Exhibition at Crossroads Mall
Bellevue School District will host its annual art show during the month of May at Crossroads Mall in Bellevue (15600 NE 8th St, Bellevue, WA 98008).
Featured artwork from the following schools will be showcased from May 1-13:
Clyde Hill, Enatai, Jing Mei, Medina, Newport Heights, Puesta del Sol, Somerset, Woodridge, Chinook, Tillicum, Tyee, Bellevue High, International and Newport
Featured artwork from the following schools will be showcased from May 15-27:
Ardmore, Bennett, Cherry Crest, Lake Hills, Phantom Lake, Sherwood Forest, Spiritridge, Stevenson, Highland, Odle, Big Picture, Interlake and Sammamish
Complete the Bellevue Human Services Needs Update Survey by May 31
Let the City of Bellevue know what you think about Bellevue's human services. Take the 2025 Human Services Needs Update Survey and help us better address our community's needs.
Bellevue’s human services support viable and thriving communities by funding services, primarily for low and moderate-income people. Services address the most significant gaps and disparities for Bellevue residents, such as food security, homelessness and health services. Funding supports marginalized community members including youth, older adults and people with disabilities.
Calling all 7th Grade Future Leaders!
We are looking for current 7th graders to be our WEB Leaders for next year.
What is WEB?
WEB is a middle school transition program that welcomes 6th graders and makes them feel comfortable throughout the first year of their middle school experience. WEB, an acronym for Where Everybody Belongs, is built on the belief that students want to and can help other students succeed. The WEB middle school transition program trains members of the 8th grade class to be WEB Leaders; as positive role models, WEB Leaders are motivators, leaders and teachers who guide 6th graders to discover what it takes to be successful in middle school. Learn more.
WEB Leaders are:
- Dedicated to making Chinook a better place
- Willing to lead others and be a positive role model
- Enthusiastic and willing to take risks
- Hoping to make a positive impact on next year’s 6th graders
What should your student do if interested?
Have your student email Ms. Karnick (karnicka@bsd405.org), or come by the choir room (1305) to get more information about how to fill out the application.
Application Process:
Applications are available online to students. Students will be emailed a link through their daily announcement emails, but can also request one from Ms. Karnick. Applications will be due on Friday, May 9th at 3:00pm. No late applications will be accepted. We will be accepting approximately 60 students into the program. Letters of acceptance and regret will be distributed at the end of May.
Questions?
Please email Anna Karnick (karnicka@bsd405.org), Julie Metz (metzj@bsd405.org) or Katy Erickson (ericksonk@bsd405.org).
Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) Testing Schedule
Please take note of the upcoming state testing dates for May. Students will follow either a regular schedule or a modified SBA Testing Bell Schedule depending on the day.
Testing Dates
- May 5: WCAS in 8th grade Science Classes (regular schedule)
- May 6: WCAS in 8th grade Science Classes (regular schedule)
- May 7: WCAS Make-Ups (regular schedule)
- May 8: SBA Prep (SBA Testing Bell Schedule)
- May 13: SBA ELA CAT (SBA Testing Bell Schedule)
- May 15: SBA ELA PT (SBA Testing Bell Schedule)
- May 20: SBA Math CAT (SBA Testing Bell Schedule)
- May 22: SBA Math PT (SBA Testing Bell Schedule)
- May 23: SBA Make-Ups (regular schedule)
- May 27: SBA Make-Ups (regular schedule)
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