Chinook Newsletter: November 12, 2024
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Important Dates
- November 14
- 7th grade Hearing Screening (class periods 1-3)
- November 22
- 7th grade Trivia Night (PTSA Event)
- November 28-29
- No School, Thanksgiving Break
- December 10
- Orchestra Concert, 7:00pm
- December 11
- Band Concert, 7:00pm
- December 12
- Choir Concert, 7:00pm
- December 23-Janaury 3
- No School, Winter Break
Greetings Chinook Middle School Community,
I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend in recognition of Veterans Day.
Last Friday, Chinook students gathered to honor veterans in our school and community during a special assembly. The assembly featured wonderful performances by our Band, Choir, and Orchestra, along with thoughtful student speakers. It was a meaningful tribute, and I am very proud of our students for the appreciation and respect they displayed for our veterans.
Thank you to all veterans in our community and beyond, your contributions are deeply valued and appreciated.
In gratitude and partnership,
James Peterson
Test of BSD’s Emergency Communication System
On Wednesday, November 20 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., the district will conduct a test of our emergency communication system, SchoolMessenger. BSD families will receive a phone call, text message and email to the primary contact information they have provided in ParentVUE — which families are asked to verify at the beginning of every school year. The purpose of this test is to ensure that BSD families are able to receive district messages in the event of school delays, closures or emergencies.
2024-2025 Open Transfer, Choice School and Choice Program Period
The Open Transfer, Choice School and Choice Program Application period for the 2024-2025 school year will open on Monday, December 9, 2024. The application period will continue until Friday, January 17, 2025.
Students and families are invited to learn more about Bellevue School District schools and programs during upcoming open houses and information events.
- Each school will host an open house during the Open Transfer and Choice School/Program application period.
- Families are invited to the Language Programs Fair on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, to learn more about the variety of language offerings available for students.
- Families with students between the ages of three to age five are invited to attend a Preschool Information Session on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, or Thursday, December 5, 2024.
For all open house and information session dates, times and locations please view the district calendar.
More information will be shared with families and staff in the next few weeks regarding the transfer and application process, including through direct messages and on school and district websites.
REFLECTIONS
"Accepting Imperfection"
Due November 20th
Parent Information Zoom tonight (Tuesday) at 7pm
Our Reflections program is currently accepting submissions. This is a national program, and we strongly encourage our students to participate. Reflections is a wonderful avenue for our creative kids to express themselves through dance, photography, digital art, creative writing and more. Not only is it rewarding in its own right, but also a chance to build up their portfolio and achievements for those wishing to pursue the arts after high school. This is a low risk but high reward opportunity and it would be so exciting to have your student's work showcased!! Please contact Chelsea at Reflections@chinookptsa.org.
Staff Appreciation
November 21st
Join us in giving thanks this month to our teachers and staff by supporting our soup and salad buffet! We are asking for donations of soup salad, desserts, drinks and your time! Please make sure to note what item you are bringing in. Thank you all for always being so gracious to our teachers and staff!!!
Bellevue Schools Foundation GEM Club
The Bellevue Schools Foundation is excited to introduce an opportunity for every community member to make a BIG impact on all 28 schools in Bellevue. Join the GEM Club by making a monthly donation of any amount to the Bellevue Schools Foundation. GEM Club members receive exclusive perks and benefits.
Why should you become a GEM Club member?
By joining GEM, you fund districtwide initiatives benefiting every student, educator, and school in Bellevue creating positive change.
As a GEM Club member, you will:
- Fund Critical Programs
- Support Mental Health, Early Learning, Computer Science and more
- Receive Exclusive Swag Enjoy GEM-only merchandise as our thanks
- Gain VIP Access Enjoy exclusive events and behind-the-scenes experiences
- Be Recognized Receive special acknowledgment for your commitment to our students' success. Join GEM Club Today!
In Case You Missed It
Yearbook Ordering
Yearbook Pre-orders can be placed online or in person from November 1 -14th. Don't miss the chance to own our awesome Chinook 2024-25 Yearbook. Yearbooks are distributed at the end of the school year. Payment LINK
Lost and Found Overflowing!
Our Lost and Found is filled with forgotten items! We have a large collection of coats, sweatshirts, water bottles, and lunch containers waiting to be claimed. Please remind your student to check for any missing belongings. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the month. Let's help these items find their way back home!
Bellevue Schools Foundation Presents 2024-2025 Education Connections Series
There is still time to register for the Education Connections series through ParentMap for a full year of engaging webinars featuring parenting experts from across the country, brought to you by Bellevue Schools Foundation in partnership with the Bellevue PTSA Council.
Use the discount code “BELLSCHFDN” to register for free for the full series (a $120 value) at ParentMap Speaker Series. This will allow you access to all the recorded sessions. Events this November include:
Education Connections: Dr. Aramaki Book Club
Join Bellevue School District families and Superintendent Dr. Kelly Aramaki for an engaging discussion on The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt! Take part in a dynamic, partially guided conversation as we explore the book’s key themes together. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore crucial issues surrounding adolescent mental health and the impact of our “phone-based” childhoods. If you missed the first webinar on October 15, 2024, with social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation, register for the series and you can watch the recording prior to the book club. View the event flyer to learn more.
- Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
- Time: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
- Location: WISC Rainier Room | 12241 Main St, Bldg. #1, Bellevue, WA 98005
Book eFair
I’m excited to announce that our school is hosting a Follett Book eFair, Kodiak Super Reads Book eFair! From November 1st – 30th, you can shop online for your home library while supporting Chinook’s library. Your student will receive a flyer by end of this week; ask them for it!
To browse titles and purchase books, visit book-efairs.follettcontent.com and enter our Book eFair Code in the box on the left side: M54LZ
Here are the details:
- A Follett Book eFair is an online only book fair. Our goal is to total sales of $1,500 and above.
- After you browse and shop online, the books ship to our school for free when the online book fair ends. It’s so easy! Books purchased should arrive well before Winter Break.
- For every dollar our Book eFair earns, our school receives 20% back as a credit. We can use this credit to purchase books and resources to enhance our school library.
- Students can create a Wish List to share with family and friends. This is a great way to ensure they get the books they want!
- You’ll find a wide range of titles at affordable prices, from new releases to popular fiction and nonfiction. Be sure to also check out the Mega Sale section!
- Anyone can support our Book eFair. Share staff and student Wish Lists with your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. They can also purchase Follett Book eFair eGift Cards to gift to your student(s), donate to the school, or support students who might not otherwise be able to purchase new books.
Please let me know if you have any questions. We’re very excited about this opportunity. Thank you in advance for supporting the students and staff at Chinook Middle School.
Sincerely,
Ms. Kawaguchi
Library Specialist
P.S. All sales benefit our school, so please help us spread the word! If you or a local business would like to support our online book fair through a donation or purchase of an eGift card.