Middle School Enrollment and Potential Consolidation Study Underway
Having right-sized the number of elementary schools in the 2022-2023 school year by consolidating two schools to accommodate lower enrollment, the Bellevue School District made a commitment to continue to study enrollment at our middle schools and the implication of our declining enrollment on our facilities and operating budget.Read More
2023-2024 Annual Budget Adopted by School Board
On Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the regular board meeting, the school board adopted resolution 2023-19 to approve the proposed the 2023-2024 budget. Despite reducing expenditures, the budget continues to reflect the district’s priorities including mental health supports, academic interventions, a broad diversity of student programming, and future-focused innovation.Read More
Community Notice: Annual Budget Presentation to the Board
Constituent review and school board approval of the 2023-24 annual budget are underway. This yearly process helps ensure budget allocation for vital programs and services that support our learning community for the school year.Read More
Community Notice: Annual Budget
The district is preparing the 2023 Annual Budget for constituent review and school board approval. Funding supports our learning community and ensures that students, staff, and families receive the support necessary for the 2023-24 school year.Read More
Evergreen Transition Program Construction Update – April 2023
Construction of the new Evergreen Transition Program building began in January 2023. This project is designed as a two-story building to provide experiential learning opportunities for young adults with disabilities ages 18-21, to foster independence in the areas of employment, education/training and life skills.Read More
The History of District and School Consolidations in the Bellevue School District
Former BSD families recently shared their school consolidation and closure experiences with the BSD Communications Department, expressing their viewpoints, vivid memories, and advice for families currently on that journey.Read More
Puesta del Sol Celebrates New Home with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
The community gathered together for the grand opening of the new home of Puesta del Sol on March 22, 2023. The celebration included a ribbon cutting ceremony, tours of the new building, student performances, mariachi and more!Read More
Community Engagement Opportunity for Big Picture and Jing Mei Communities: Options for Moving Buildings
The district is currently working on plans to move both Big Picture and Jing Mei to newer, existing buildings and invites both communities to participate in the decision-making process. Community engagement opportunities will be offered in the month of April.Read More
Bellevue School District Board Directors Vote to Approve School Building Consolidation Plan
On Thursday, March 16, 2023, the Bellevue School District Board of Directors in a 3-2 (abstention) vote, approved the District’s plan to consolidate Wilburton and Eastgate Elementary School buildings. This consolidation along with additional operational cuts will help to offset a $31 million dollar budget shortfall. Read More
Interim Superintendent, Dr. Art Jarvis, Answers Additional Media Questions
Following his updated recommendation to the Board on Thursday March 9, Interim Superintendent, Dr. Art Jarvis, took time to answer additional questions from local media outlets. The questions and answers are available in the transcript below.Read More