STATEMenT ON School Reopening

​Many PTA leaders have noticed increased messaging in the community and the increasingly divisive tone. The Council has posted the following message:

The mission of PTA is to make every child's potential a reality. With the current conflict between district administration and BEA some PTAs might be asked to share information or even take a stand in support of one of these parties. We, the Bellevue PTSA Council Board would like to remind you of our unique mission as a PTA. We are focused on the whole child and are to be a voice for the child. If your PTA is approached by either party in this dispute, we encourage you to remain neutral and focus on our mission. We know that there are well-meaning and good intentioned people on both sides of this labor dispute. There are also different needs for different students and families. This is a challenging time for everyone, regardless of your opinion or desire to start school in-person or stay remote. We are here to support you as you support the various voices and desires in your community. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support.

​The Bellevue PTSA Council
POSITION STATEMENT ON ​DECISIONS AFFECTING BSD DUAL-LANGUAGE AND IMMERSION PROGRAMS
bellevue ptsa council endorses a YES vote on the february 2022 SCHOOL LEVY RENEWAL
​The Bellevue PTSA Council voted to endorse a Yes vote on both the educational programs and operations (EP&O) Levy and Technology and Capital Projects Levy on February 8, 2022.
EP&O Levy continues funding for critical day-to-day school operations to ensure every student in our district has access to:
•       Additional Staff
•       7th Period & Tutorial in Middle and High Schools
•       World Language in Middle School
•       Additional School Nurses & Counselors
•       Additional Funding for Special Ed, Advanced Learning and STEM Programs and AP Classes
•       Elementary Orchestra, Band, Music and Art
•       Athletics
•       After School Activities
The replacement Technology & Capital Projects Levy maintains our investment in student technology and our facilities, so every BSD student has access to a safe and modern learning environment. Renewal of the Technology Levy continues critical funding for:
•       Access to new technologies and software that support student learning
•       Collaborative STEM learning
•       A computer or tablet for every student
•       Integrated digital curriculum
•       Software maintenance and updates
•       Classroom technology and training for teachers (Including Professional Development)
•       Maintaining and updating our school buildings: Carpet, Roofing and HVAC.
More info at ​https://bsd405.org/about/school-levies/