Important DatesDecember 19-January 2 Winter Break, No School
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Greetings Chinook Middle School Community,
Congratulations to our Choirs, Bands, and Orchestras for a fantastic series of winter concerts. Our students were amazing, and it was wonderful to see them perform! Other news and updates are below. In Partnership, James Peterson Principal |
Emergency Closure Make Up Day
The make up day for the December 1, 2022 closure will be Monday, January 30, 2023. This day will now be a regular school day.
See the full District Family Calendar here.
COVID-19 Rapid Test Distribution for Students, Staff and Families
BSD will be distributing free COVID-19 at-home rapid test kits to students, staff and their families ahead of Winter Break. COVID-19 testing allows people to take precautions in a timely manner to help prevent the virus from spreading. Tests are voluntary and will be distributed from ESC West, Room 100 at the following times:
· Monday, 12/12: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
· Tuesday, 12/13: 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
· Wednesday, 12/14: 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
· Thursday, 12/15: 8:00 – 11:00 a.m.
· Friday, 12/16: 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Please email [email protected] to learn more.
Black History Beyond February
BOOM Presents: Understanding the intersectionality of the 14th Amendment and what the clauses mean for our everyday life.
Proudly sponsored by: BSD Equity & Family Engagement with generous support the from Bellevue Schools Foundation
ALL are welcome: Students, Family, Community, and Educators
See the event flier.
Tuesday, December 13th, 2022, 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Please register and join here: Registration Link & Teams Meeting Link
Donate to 6th Grade Science Camp
The expected cost for 6th Grade Science Camp has gone increased and is expected to be approximately $325.00 per student. You can help reduce the cost for all students by donating. Make a donation.
In Case You Missed It
6th Grade Science Camp- Save the Date
We are excited to announce the return of 6th grade science camp! For several years, Bellevue School District middle schools have provided outdoor science education to 6th graders in a camp setting. This year, we will be returning to Camp Orkila on Orcas Island in the spring. This has been a wonderful experience for our students in previous years, allowing them to learn about Pacific Northwest forest, marine, and pond ecosystems, among other outdoor education topics. Plus it is a lot of fun! This field trip will take place March 21-24, and will be for all 6th graders. We are still finalizing some of the details, and we will pass those along to you once those are set. For now, please save the date and watch for information about FinalForms registration. We look forward to sharing more information with you very soon!
Breakfast
Breakfast is available every day. Cost: $2.50 (free for students who qualify).
Daily Menu Includes: Assorted Cereals, Mini Bagels, Banana Bread, English Muffin Sandwiches, Cinnamon Roll, Pancake on a Stick, Oatmeal Round. See the full menu.
Inclement Weather and Potential Closures
Winter is here, and may bring unpredictable weather. BSD encourages families to take the time to revisit the district’s emergency closure schedule protocols and our emergency closure decision-making process. During instances of inclement weather or severe conditions that could result in a delayed or canceled school day, BSD will communicate any schedule changes to families through direct messages, including email, text message, phone call, social media, FlashAlert, local media and posts to bsd405.org.
Private School Applications
This is the time of the year when parents will reach out for support with private school applications. All private school applications are handled by the BSD Records Department. Please see https://bsd405.org/departments/records/private-school-applications/ for more information.
Reimagining Middle Schools Committee Update
After spending the past several months immersed in empathetic understanding of stakeholders and defining and prioritizing the challenges facing middle schools, the Reimagining Middle School Committee continues to engage in the equity-centered design thinking process. Over the past few weeks, the focus of the committee has been to highlight student voice. Committee members engaged students by visiting each comprehensive middle school and meeting with students to gather input. Middle school students who completed the annual student Panorama survey were also asked to share their ideas for an ideal middle school experience.
Read on for the full RMS November update.
Open Transfer and Choice School Lottery
Update: The Open Transfer and Choice Schools/Program application period has been extended to January 20, 2023.
The Open Transfer and Choice Schools/Program application period for the 2023-24 school year will be from December 5, 2022, to January 20, 2023.
Please review the Open Transfer and Choice Schools & Programs webpages and the frequently asked questions for each to learn more about the application process and programs offered.
Cold Weather Resources and Holiday Supports
As the cold weather sets in, please be aware of resources made available by the King County Regional Housing Authority KCRHA. Anyone experiencing homelessness or needing housing support can reach out to any of these cold weather shelter resources.
East King County Shelters & Day Centers: KCRHA WEBSITE
Congregations for the Homeless
- Bellevue – Adult men
- 515B 116th Ave NE, Bellevue (closest bus route is the 271)
- 425-496-4885
The Sophia Way
- Kirkland – Women
- 3030 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue (closest bus routes are the 239 and 250)
- 425-896-7385
New Bethlehem Place
- Kirkland – Families with children
- 8045 120th Ave NE, Suite 100, Kirkland
- 425-679-0354
The Landing, Friends of Youth
- Redmond – Youth & young adults
- 16101 NE 87th St., Redmond, 24 hours
- 425-449-3868
Reclaim (formerly Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services)
- Snoqualmie – Single adults & couples
- 38625 SE River St, Snoqualmie
- 425-773-2874
Thanksgiving Community Support:
- Eastridge Church 24205 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd. Issaquah, WA, 98029
- Limited quantity of free turkey & groceries Saturday 11/19 @ 9:00AM (first come, first served).
Commitment to Nondiscrimination
Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:
Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or [email protected]
Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or [email protected]
Disability Discrimination: Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Heather Edlund, (425) 456-4156 or [email protected]
Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.