Category: Community Bulletin

Join us for an informative event designed to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia. Learn about its impact, challenges, and strengths, and discover resources and strategies to support our students with dyslexia. Together, we will foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for all learners. More info from BSD about the Early Literacy & Dyslexia Screening.

When: Thursday, February 27th from 6:30-8:00 PM

Where: WISC Rainier Room – 12241 Main St Bellevue, WA 98005  

Since 2020, state funding gaps have cost the Bellevue School District (BSD) $167.14 million, largely due to the McCleary decision and the education funding model that limits local levy funding. As a result, BSD is facing a financial crisis, prompting Dr. Aramaki to propose a $20 million spending reduction for the 2025-2026 school year. The funding shortfall significantly impacts Special Education, MSOC (Materials, Supplies & Operating Costs), and Transportation—areas where state funding does not meet BSD’s actual costs. Addressing this gap is the top legislative priority for WSPTA and Bellevue PTSA Council. To support advocacy efforts, the Bellevue PTSA Council, in collaboration with Issaquah, Mercer Island, and Lake Washington PTAs, provides regularly updated information and action items at waK12.org. Community members can quickly send letters to legislators, sign in support of relevant bills, and receive action alerts on key legislative issues.

Join students and PTA leaders across the state for Focus Day on Monday, February 17, 2025, in Olympia. Come advocate to close the funding gaps and ensure financial stability for schools and other vital issues that impact students around the state! All WSPTA members are welcome. Bring your children to join in the fun! Events run from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

Our Bellevue PTSA Council has set up meetings with legislators from Districts 41 & 48. We need your stories, we need your voice, we need you! Please email advocacy@bellevueptsacouncil.com if you plan to attend so we can coordinate meetings. More info and registration here.

Bring your friends and make new ones while having a fabulous time at our cheerleading camps! Register here  for one, some, or all of our cheerleading camps! For grades 2 through 8.

Kindering offers a variety of Parent Education classes and 1:1 coaching and support aimed at giving parents and caregivers confidence and useful strategies as they navigate their children’s early years. January’s offerings are Social and Emotion Coaching with Young Children on 1/28 @ 6:30-8:00pm via Zoom; and Why the First 2000 Days Matter: A Look Inside the Brain on 1/30 @ 6-7pm via Zoom.

Need something for your kids to do on the Veteran’s Day Holiday? Wisecamps is offering a Hogwarts themed Steam Camp on Nov 11. For more information or to register HERE.

Get Ready for the 38th Annual Newport High School Ski Swap! Mark Your Calendar: November 9-10.

ParentEd Talks presents “Level Up – Winning Strategies for Parents of Gamers” with Dr. Alok Kanojia, author of “How to Raise a Healthy Gamer”.

Webinar will be Thursday, Nov 7 from noon-1pm. Register HERE.

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Join ParentMap for an important ParentEd Talk with renowned social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, author of “The Anxious Generation.”
NOW, See the full lineup and register for
the entire series for free (Use the discount code: BELLSCHFDN )

Offering tutoring services for students in the area in grade between Kindergarten to 5th grade for the summer:

I am charging $65/hr and just finished my student teaching here at Cherry Crest. Please reach out to s.jane.vavrin@gmail.com for more information!