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August 26 Laptop Distribution, 6th Grade only, 8:00am-2:30pm August 31 6th Grade WEB Orientation, 8:00am-12:30pm 6th Grade Laptop Distribution 12:30pm-1:30pm (if not picked up on August 26) 7th and 8th Grade Laptop Distribution, 8:30am-11:30am All Grades Open House, Opportunity to Meet Your Advisor and Ice Cream Social, 2:00pm-3:00pm September 1 First Day of School September 13 School Pictures |
Greetings Chinook Middle School Community,
Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year! I am incredibly excited and honored to join the Chinook Middle School community as Principal. Establishing positive relationships with students and their families is a priority of mine. School is a community, and it takes all of us to provide the support necessary for each child to be successful; communication is vital. I strive to continue the exceptional work that is being done at Chinook Middle School. I hope to get to know you all very soon! The beginning of the school year is filled with excitement and anticipation. I hope you find the information included in this newsletter informative and helpful. Please reach out with any questions you may have. Lots of important news and updates are below. In Partnership, James Peterson Principal
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Chinook FAQs
Wondering about the daily schedule, Advisory, Tutorial, etc.? Check out the Frequently Asked Questions page.
6th Grade Orientation
We are very excited that your child will attend Chinook Middle School, and we look forward to seeing them at our 6th Grade Orientation Day on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, from 8:00am to 12:30pm. Our WEB Program will help get your 6th grader off to a great start! Learn more.
New 7th and 8th Grade Student Orientation
Orientation for new 7th and 8th grade students will be offered on August 31, 10:30 am-12:30 pm. This orientation is intended for students who are new to Chinook this year. Learn more.
Laptop Distribution
All Chinook students are issued laptop computers as part of the Bellevue School District’s One-to-One Computing Initiative. Students may pick up their laptops before the start of the school year:
6th Grade Students:
- August 26, 8:00am – 2:30pm (Option 1)
- August 31: 12:30pm – 1:30pm (Option 2, if not picked upon on August 26, after WEB Orientation)
Returning 7th/8th Grade Students:
- August 31: 8:30am – 11:30am
New 7th/8th Grade Students:
- August 31: 11:30am – 12:00pm
Learn more about the District’s One-to-One Computing Initiative, Student and Parent One-to-One Device Handbook, and more here.
Open House, Meet Your Advisor, and Ice Cream Social
August 31, 2:00pm – 3:00pm for all students to meet their advisor and tour the school. Note: Advisory groups carry over from the previous year.
After School Sports, Clubs & Activities
Extracurricular activities are available to all Chinook students. Participation in these activities enriches the middle school experience. Activities offered are based on student interest. Some activities or clubs meet only once a week, while others meet daily. Most activities meet from 3:10–4:00 pm. Information will be distributed about the various sport and non-sport activities available for each activity session throughout the year. Activities & Club schedules can be found on the Chinook website – https://bsd405.org/chinook/activities/after-school-activities/
Registration for 2022-23 school year sports and activities opens on September 1. Families must complete registration forms in advance for participation in sports, activities, and field trips. https://bsd405.org/departments/athletics-activities/middle-school-athletics-activities/
An Activity Bus is available at 4:00pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
School Pictures
School pictures are scheduled for Tuesday, September 13. Retakes are scheduled for Friday, October 21. More information will be coming soon.
Suggested Supplies
Click here to see the suggested supplies to begin the school year. Teachers will notify students of any additional supplies needed for each class.
Student Schedules
Draft student schedules are available online through Synergy StudentVUE and ParentVUE portals. Student schedules may continue to shift as we work to balance class sizes and will not be finalized until August 31.
See https://bsd405.org/departments/district-technology/grades-attendance/ (also has instructions to activate ParentVUE account).
Daily Bell Schedule
Click here to see the Daily Bell Schedule.
Join the Chinook PTSA
Join us in our goal to create a strong Chinook community. The Chinook Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) strives to build a strong partnership between the school and the families to help every child achieve their potential.
Your membership includes an automatic subscription to the Kodiak Korner and up to two votes at membership meetings. Membership also includes special discounts through WA State PTSA partners.
When you join, you also have the option to purchase a membership for a Chinook Teacher/Staff member.
PTSA Membership Scholarships Available.
Print out the Chinook PTSA Membership Form or join online.
If you have any question about this process please email Melissa Johnson who would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Learn more about the Chinook PTSA.
Bellevue Schools Foundation
Bellevue Schools Foundation is thrilled to announce its support for the upcoming year: $800,000 in funding, available to all 30 school communities.
Blocks of 2022-2023 Funding:
- Arts, Enrichment, and Innovation Grants
- College Credit Tuition Assistance
- Computer Science
- Culturally-Responsive Libraries
- Early Learning
- Inspiration and Incubation Grants
- Mental Health
- National Board Certification for Teachers
- Strong Start Summer Math
- BOOM Experience
We invite you to join us in celebrating the 2022—2023 School Year with a gift in honor of your students, the entire school community, and BSF’s programming by clicking here. Our Block Party on October 1 at Bellevue Downtown Park will also offer us all a chance to gather and support the blocks of funding provided by BSF. Stay tuned for more information, or contact [email protected].
If you are interested in getting more involved with BSF, and/or becoming a BSF Ambassador, please contact [email protected]. Not sure exactly what BSF is, or what we do? Our award-winning film is a great way to learn more!
Online Verification Through ParentVUE
Every year, all BSD families must update student information through the online student verification process. Beginning on Wednesday, August 17, online data verification will begin for the 2022-23 school year. This process is not required for students enrolled in preschool. Language support in 22 languages is available to families to help complete data verification.
Families can update their student’s information by signing in to ParentVUE. The first time a family logs in after August 17, they will be directed to data verification. Verification allows families to:
- Update their addresses online and electronically.
- Submit required proof of residency.
- Update their student’s demographic data.
- Manage emergency contact lists.
- Update photo permissions for their student.
Transportation/Bus Routes
The district Transportation webpage provides families with information on bus routes for the 2022-23 school year. Families will receive post cards informing them of bus route information mid-August. Families can also enroll in the district’s bus tracking program to stay informed about their student’s transportation.
Returning students who ride BSD buses may continue to use last year’s scan cards for boarding the bus this school year. Please contact us at [email protected] to replace lost cards. Scan cards will be sent to your student’s school for distribution.
Click here for additional information and to contact the BSD Transportation Department directly.
School Meals (Breakfast and Lunch)
BSD Nutrition Services will return to charging fees for student meals for the 2022-23 school year. Nutrition Services uses PayPAMS for online payments for meals. Families can use PayPAMS to set up low balance reminders and automatic deposits. Families may also choose to pay for meals by check or cash at their child’s school.
Free and Reduced Price Meal Application.
Free/Reduced Price Meal Application
Visit: www.bsd405.org/freeandreduced to access our online application.
Completing the school meal benefit application to qualify for free or reduced priced meals will also allow your student to gain access to:
- Fee Waivers or discounts offered by the district. The Fee Waiver Program offers waived fees for IB & AP tests, extracurricular activities such as ASB dues, event registrations, field trips, performances, social events/dances, transportation fees, athletic fees, and discounted summer school tuition.
- Community resources such as Operation School Bell, Backpack Meals and Shoes that Fit.
- Potential expansion of federal P-EBT benefits.
- Uninterrupted school meal benefits for the first 30 days of the 2022-2023 school year.
Health & Safety
The Bellevue School District remains committed to the health and safety of our students, staff and community. The district continues to follow the guidance provided to schools by the Washington State Department of Health and Public Health — Seattle & King County regarding COVID-19 health and safety.
In advance of the new school year, the district still encourages families to continue taking preventative measures against the spread of COVID-19. Access Resources and Recommendations provided by the Washington State Department of Health, including materials for families in multiple languages.
See the Bellevue School District COVID-19 Health and Safety page for more information about COVID protocols and mitigating measures.