Bellevue School District’s choice schools and language programs offer a variety of learning environments and opportunities for students. Learn more about these schools and programs and what makes them unique.
Those interested in enrolling in choice schools and language programs for the 2023-2024 school year should submit an application by January 20, 2023. Learn more about the application period and how to apply.
Nonresident students who wish to enroll in BSD schools may submit waitlist applications. Learn more on the Inter District Transfer webpage.
Apply to Enroll
The deadline to apply for open transfer, choice schools and choice programs is January 20, 2023. Learn more about the application period and how to apply.
The Arabic Language Program and Puesta del Sol Spanish Immersion Program will accept nonresident entry level applications. The applicants will be placed on a nonresident waitlist for consideration after all resident students have been placed.
Nonresident students who wish to enroll in BSD schools may now also submit waitlist applications. Learn more on the Inter District Transfer webpage.
Choice Schools
These events are designed for families interested in applying to enroll in choice schools in the 23-24 school year.
Bellevue Digital Discovery School
(K-12)
Big Picture School
(6-12)
- Middle School Information Night:
Wednesday, January 4, 6:30 p.m. - High School Information Night
Thursday, January 5, 6:30 p.m.
Jing Mei Elementary – Mandarin Dual Language
(incoming kindergarten and waitlist applicants)
Topics in This Section:
Choice Schools
- Bellevue Digital Discovery
- Big Picture School
- International School
- Jing Mei Elementary – Mandarin Dual Language
- Puesta del Sol – Spanish Immersion
Choice Language Programs
Choice Schools
Bellevue Digital Discovery School
School Overview
Bellevue Digital Discovery is the 30th School in Bellevue School District, which provides an online learning option for students.
Who Can Attend Bellevue Digital Discovery School?
- K-12 students who are residents of the Bellevue School District.
- Children of eligible nonresident employees of the Bellevue School District
- Nonresident students may apply and will be offered placement on a space-available basis.
What Makes Bellevue Digital Discovery Unique?
- Synchronous and Asynchronous Instruction with Support from BSD Teachers
Grades K-6 follow the Continuous Learning 2.0+ model. Students have BSD homeroom teachers and BSD elementary specialists. 70% of the school time is synchronous online instruction with real-time instruction between students and their BSD teachers. - Synchronous and Asynchronous Instruction with Support from BSD Teachers
Grades K-6 follow the Continuous Learning 2.0+ model. Students have BSD homeroom teachers and BSD elementary specialists. 70% of the school time is synchronous online instruction with real-time instruction between students and their BSD teachers. - Flexible and Alternative Learning
Grades 7-12 follow the Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) instructional model. Our 7-12 program includes a partnership with Imagine Edgenuity and allows significant flexibility in where and when students engage in their learning. Students also attend Academic Seminar with four synchronous lessons taught by BSD teachers per week. The BSD teacher checks in with students, answers any questions about the program and the curriculum, and evaluates their progress.
Learn More
Attend the Bellevue Digital Discovery Information Night:
- Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023
- Time: 5:30 p.m.
- Location: Microsoft Teams meeting – Click here to join the meeting
- Who should attend? Incoming kindergarten through 12th grade families
Learn More
- Big Picture School Website
- Big Picture School Application Process
- Hear what Big Picture is like from former 6th graders
Attend the Big Picture Middle School Information Night:
- Date: January 4, 2023
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Big Picture School Café
- Street Address: 14844 SE 22nd Street, Bellevue, WA 98007
Attend the Big Picture High School Information Night
- Date: January 5, 2023
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Big Picture School Café
- Street Address: 14844 SE 22nd Street, Bellevue, WA 98007