Titan Tidings

Wednesday Schedule for the First Week of School - EVEN

The only change for the first two weeks is that we will not have a Community period. The morning class (2nd/3rd) will be lengthened to include the Community time, but students will stay with their 2nd and 3rd period class, resulting in fewer transitions these first two Wednesdays.

On the first Wednesday, students in grades 7 - 11 will receive their school laptop during this time. Sixth graders will receive their laptop the following week.

On the second Wednesday, students will receive a school-wide lesson on expectations for the year.

Hello Families! My name is Janelle Crawford, and I am your school nurse. I’m looking forward to welcoming our students and families back for another school year! My goal is to help keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. As we prepare for the first day of school, please take a few moments to review these important health reminders.

Immunizations

All students must meet Washington State immunization requirements for school attendance. Please make sure your student’s immunization records are current and that any required documentation has been submitted to the school.

• For students entering 7th grade: A Tdap immunization given at age 10 or older is required. Please make sure your student has received this immunization and that the school has an updated immunization record.
• Families can review and print their student’s immunization records through MyIR (My Immunization Record). MyIR provides access to immunization records reported to the Washington State Immunization Information System and can be a convenient way to obtain documentation for school.

Washington State law requires students with a life-threatening health condition to have the appropriate health care plan and necessary medication in place at school. Examples may include severe allergies/anaphylaxis, asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, or other conditions that could become life-threatening. If your student has a life-threatening health condition, all required health plans, medication authorization forms, and medications must be turned in by the first day of school. Having these items in place ensures that school staff are prepared to safely care for your student and respond appropriately in an emergency.

Medication Authorization

Any student who needs to take prescription or over-the-counter medication during the school day must have a completed Medication Authorization Form on file. Please submit the completed form along with the medication to the school nurse.

High School Retreat — September 10–11

The High School Retreat will take place September 10–11. If your student will need to take any medication during the retreat, a completed Medication Authorization Form is required. Please make sure the necessary authorization and medication are submitted in advance so we can safely support your student during the retreat.

Update FinalForms

Please log in to FinalForms before the start of school and review your student’s health information. Be sure to update any changes to medical conditions, allergies, medications, emergency contacts, or other important health information.

Thank you for helping us start the school year prepared. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns regarding your student’s health needs. I look forward to partnering with you to support a safe, healthy, and successful school year!

Janelle Crawford, School Nurse

crawfordj@bsd405.org

If you have not yet completed FinalForms, please do so before the start of school. We will begin reaching out to families who have not completed it for this year.

Parents/Guardians and students need to update their information each school year. If you have not already done so, please sit down together as a family to complete your FinalForms documents before the first day of school.

Access for those with an account

To request an account

Bellevue School District has adopted a new procedure to address "Cellular Phones and other Electronic Devices." As stated in the procedure, "unrestricted access to cell phones and other electronic devices including but not limited to smartwatches, ear buds, and headphones during instructional time can be a distraction and impact the ability of students to engage fully in their learning."

The specific guidelines for devices during class time is that the use of cell phones or other electronic devices is prohibited during instructional time. Teachers may allow cell phone use at their discretion for specific educational activities. Apart from these limited uses, cell phones should be away and not accessed during the period.

International School teachers have committed to consistently apply these guidelines in classes. Generally, speaking, most teachers will have cell phone holders that students will be able to put their phone into at the start of class. Many of our teachers were already utilizing this practice throughout the year.

Students may use their cell phones and other devices during breaks, lunch, and before/after school.

Violations of this will be recorded and students would result in the following progression: warnings, family communication, confiscation of the device until the end of the day, and requiring a parent/guarding to come retrieve it at the end of the day.

Access to the Field

This year, students will be able to access the field for recreational purposes only AFTER eating lunch. No food will be allowed on the field. This has consistently been too big of a problem in the past. This won't be something that will be allowed in our new sites (Ringdall and the new school), so we are going to build the habit now.

Lunch Off Campus

High school students are allowed to leave campus at lunch time--similar to the practice at the comprehensive high schools in the district. This should be a family conversation about comfort level on this. Middle school students do not have permission to leave.

Food Deliveries

We do not accept lunch deliveries (Door Dash, Grub Hub, etc.) There have been times when a driver shows up and we will just turn them away because we don't accept these deliveries and we won't call a student out of class.

E-BIKES, BICYCLES, HOVERBOARDS, UNICYCLES, SKATEBOARDS, AND SCOOTERS
(includes other electric, motorized, & non-motorized personal transportation devices)

• Detached vehicle batteries are not allowed in school buildings at any time.
• E-bikes, skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, and bicycles must be ridden in a safe manner, i.e. no speeding, no riding between vehicles/pedestrians, no jumping of curbs, etc.
• No riding on sidewalks, grass, athletic fields and courts, and plazas.
• Helmets are required for all operators of personal transportation devices while on district campuses.
• Skateboards and non-motorized scooters should be stored in your locker during the school day.
• Bicycles, e-bikes, and other personal transportation devices must be parked and locked in designated bike racks during school hours.
• E-motorcycles are not permitted on campus unless properly licensed and registered and operators have an associated motorcycle endorsement.
• E-scooters are not permitted on campus unless the rider is over 16 years of age. For riders over 16, e-scooters are permitted only in parking lots and roadways, and riders must follow all other applicable laws.
• District is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage of personal transportation devices.

Additional Rules for E-Bikes and Bicycles:

• Do not ride on sidewalks while on campus.
• Always use bike racks—do not leave bikes or e-bikes in other areas.
• Bicycles, e-bikes, and associated batteries are not allowed inside buildings.
• Unsafe riding will result in disciplinary action up to and including revocation of riding privileges on campus.

Important: If your e-bike can go faster than 28 mph (or faster than 20 mph while only powered by the motor), it is classified as an e-motorcycle. Different rules and laws apply, and e-motorcycles are not allowed on campuses unless properly licensed, registered, and operators have an associated motorcycle endorsement.

Detailed BSD E-Bike Information and Guidance

This year’s high school retreat for students in grades 9 – 12 will take place September 10 – 11 at Warm Beach Camp. This overnight camp is an opportunity to build the foundation of a strong and caring community for the year ahead. We also honor our commitment to a globally-focused education. This year we will focus on North Africa and the Middle East.

Steps to take include the following:

• Complete FinalForms for the 2026 – 27 school year.
• Pay the retreat fee of $150 through the online portal. Scholarships are available. Contact our high school counselor (Colleen Courtney) at courtneyn@bsd405.org for more information about scholarships.
• We will always take more parent chaperones!! We need to have parent chaperones assisting throughout the day and overnight in the cabins. If you are interested and available, please reach out to Betty Nhan at nhanb@bsd405.org.

The High School Retreat is replacing regularly-schedule classes for these two days. If your student has a conflict that prohibits them from attending, we can set up a supervised study space at school as an alternative. If your student will not be able to attend, please contact Betty Nhan as soon as possible.

If you are ever looking for an old Titan Tidings newsletter, we keep them archived on our school website. You can access them in the news posts at: https://international.bsd405.org/our-school/news/news-details/~board/international-school-news/post/titan-tidings-newsletter-archives-for-2026-27

• Open House to Find Classes (August 31, 4:30 - 6:30 PM)
• First Day of School - EVEN day (September 2)
• PTSA Ice Cream Social (September 2, 6:30 - 7:30 PM in Commons)
• No School (September 7)
• 6th Grade Retreat - at IS (September 9)
• High School Retreat (September 10 – 11, all school day and overnight)
• First Day of Tutorial (September 14)
• Curriculum Night (September 15, 6:30 - 8:30)
• School Photos (September 16)
• Club Fair (September 16, after school in Gym)
• 12th Grade Parent Night (September 24, 6:30 - 7:30 PM, Library)
• Middle School Social (September 25, 7:00 – 8:30 PM)
• Super Wednesday (11th Grade PSAT / 12th Grade SAT)
• No School (October 9)
• Hall Decorations (October 16 after school)
• Spirit Week (October 19 - 23)
• 11th Grade Parent Night (October 22, 6:30 - 7:30, Library
• Homecoming Dance for high school (October 24, 8:00 - 10:00)
• Parent Night for Grades 9/10 (November 5, 6:30 - 7:30, Library)
• End of 1st Quarter (November 6)
• No School: Veteran's Day (November 11)
• Fall Play Performances (November 13 - 14)
• 6th Grade Parent Night (November 17, 6:30 - 7:30, Library)
• High School Band Concert (November 19, 7:00, IPAC)
• No School: Thanksgiving (November 26 - 27)