Ardmore Community Newsletter: February 2025

Dear Ardmore Families,

Brrr!  It's getting very cold!

As pretty and fun the snow has been, the upcoming cold front means students will likely experience discomfort if they stay outside without a jacket, hat, and gloves.  We will move Recess indoors if the temperature dips below freezing.  Please ensure that students are coming to school wearing warm clothes. 

The next session of After School Clubs will begin in a few weeks.  Sign Ups are opened and spaces are limited!  Please see below for Club descriptions and sign up links.

We look forward to seeing you all at our Winter Festival at the end of the month!

Sincerely,

Tina Bogucharova-Principal

Yusra Obaid-Assistant Principal

Ardmore Community Handbook Ardmore-Community-Handbook-2024-2025.pdf

 

Save the Date

 

Feb 7th-Family Connections Center Event: Parent Principal Connect @8:15-9:15

Feb 12th-Gupshup or Chai Parent Advisory Meeting 8:30-10:00am

Feb 12th-PTSA Board Meeting 7:30-8:30pm

Feb 17th-21st-No School. Mid-Winter Break.

Feb 26th - Family Event:  Winter Festival @6-7:30pm

Feb 28th-Hispanic Parents Connection 5:00-6:30pm

Please follow our Calendar for future events https://ardmore.bsd405.org/our-school/calendar

 

Safety and Inclusion

The diversity of the Bellevue School District is a key strength of the District and our students, families and staff enhance collective learning and enrich the community. We are committed to a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, families and employees regardless of immigration status. We do not, and will not, collect or share immigration information about any student, family or employee nor provide access to employee or student records or protected information absent proper authorization. This procedure is based on the belief that all students who reside within the District have the right to an education regardless of immigration status. 

If you have any questions about the safety of your family related to immigration status, please call us at (425) 456-4700 or email us.  Our BSD Welcome Center at hello@bsd405.org can support you, too. We have a lot of resources from the community.

Know Your Rights: Immigration, Advocacy and Education - Bellevue School District

Here is a summary of important information for families:

• Warrants Are Required: Immigration officials must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter school property.  
• District Policy Exists: Our school district has a clear procedure (4310.1P) for handling immigration-related situations, prioritizing the safety of students and their families.
• Confidentiality Under FERPA: Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), schools cannot share personal information about students or their families—including immigration status.  ICE cannot ask schools for students' legal status without a valid court order or warrant.
• Encourage Planning: Families can create emergency plans, and there are local organizations that can help such as the ones listed on our website: https://lcycwa.org/resources/immigration
• Contact information: a key part of the planning, is ensuring the school has the most-up-to-date information in the system.

 

Emergency Contact Updates

Please check Parent Vue to see your child's Emergency Contacts.  Are they updated?  In case of emergency do we have 2-3 contacts in addition to you?  This information helps us find safety for your child in the event of emergencies and we cannot find you.

ParentVue App is very useful for Bellevue School District families.  Please let us know if you need help setting this up on your mobile devices.  If you need to know your Activation Code please call the Main Office (425) 456-4700.

Here are directions:

https://www.bsd405.org/programs-and-services/technology-services/grades-and-attendance/grades-and-attendance-parentvue

 

After School Club Winter 2 Session:  Sign Ups Now Open!

Please take a look at the new offering for our After School Club! This season will run starting Feb 24th- April 3rd.  The Dabke and Arabic club will pause for this session and will resume in the spring session.  Registration is open now until Feb 13th. You will be notified by Feb 14th if you child has been selected. When we select students through the lottery, we will prioritize those who haven't had the opportunity to participate yet. We hope this approach will help support families whose clubs fill quickly before they have a chance to sign up. Click on links below to sign up.

Winter 2 Session:  Feb 24-Apr 4
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Jubilee Cooking Club	2:35-4:15	2:35-4:15		2:35-4:15
First Session 2/24; last session 4/3
Ms. Bryanna
Grades: 4-5
Sign Up:  https://form.jotform.com/243434945488166
*Activity Bus 4:15
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Indian Cultural Dance Club @ Stage			12:30-1:20
Mrs. Lee, Ms. Paulami Naik
First Session 2/26; last session 4/2 (6 sessions)
Grades:  K-2
Sign Up:  https://forms.office.com/r/5mz4uAsQUe
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Spanish Language @ CS Room			12:30-1:20
Mr. Omar, Ms. Gladys-TBD
First Session 2/26; last session 4/2 (6 sessions)
Grades: K-2
Sign Up:  https://forms.office.com/r/JC5MmkDA9J
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Spanish Dance Folklorico	2:35-4:15
Ms. Karina Soto, Ms. Karina's SIL, Ms. Andrea
First Session 2/24; last session 3/31(6 sessions)
Grade:  3-5
Sign Up:  https://forms.office.com/r/ypTWapqVzi
*Activity Bus 4:15
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Garden Club				2:35-4:15
Mr. West, Ms. Elaine
First Session 2/27; last session 4/3 (6 sessions)
Grade:  2-3
Sign Up:  https://forms.office.com/r/4Lxkb1BP8R
*Activity Bus 4:15

 

Family Event:  Winter Festival-Rescheduled

We are excited to host our Winter PTSA-sponsored event on February 26th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. The theme for this is "Light." We invite families to host sponsor a table to showcase the significance of light in different cultures, fostering cross-cultural connections within our community.

If you are available and interested in participating, please fill out this Microsoft Forms. We would appreciate you volunteering because we aim to represent the diversity of our community fully. The event will include a potluck, Indian Cultural Dance and Debke Dance Club performances, and a student fashion show on stage. We look forward to your participation!

NewDateWinterFestival.pdf

 

Spotlight on Bilingual Education

We had a visit from the Consul General of India today. We are so grateful and proud of the opportunities that our students have at Ardmore to learn another language as one of the many ways we celebrate multilingualism. Dr. Aramaki helped us welcome our guest and our Bollywood Dance Club students had a chance to perform a special dance as well.

 If you or someone you know is interested in enrolling your child into the Arabic or Hindi bilingual program for next year the application is open now for 2025-2026. apply using the links below space is limited. Thes programs are open to all any students who are interested.

Hindi Program:  K-1

Arabic Program:  K-4

Interested in finding out more about our programs?  Call (425) 456-4700 to speak to us. 

Principal-Tina Bogucharova (bogucharovat@bsd405.org)

Assistant Principal-Yusra Obaid (obaidy@bsd405.org) 

 

Spotlight on Instruction

3rd Grade Teach Back Event Featuring the United Nations Global Goals

A special shout-out to the 3rd-grade teachers for an amazing teach back even. Thank you to all 3rd grade families who were able to attend. Our kids were so excited to share what they have learned about weather phenomena, ways to combat climate change, and severe storm preparations. Ms. Anderson, Ms. Dawood and Ms. Gaines provided multiple ways for student to represent their learning, including Scratch projects, booklets, and bookmarks.

 

Ramadan Accommodation Starting March 1st

Early Ramadan Mubarak to families that are observing. Ramadan is practiced differently among families, communities and countries around the world. At Ardmore we want to make sure that students feel comfortable practicing their own family traditions around Ramadan. For some they may be fasting for other they may not. Starting March 1st we will be offering  an alternative space than the lunchroom for student who may choose to fast.  We are ensuring that student will be the lead in making the decision for themselves should they choose an alternative space than the lunchroom.

 

Safety Drills

Washington state law and Bellevue School District policy require all schools to hold at least one drill per calendar month while school is in session. This month, we will be conducting an earthquake drill and practicing what we would do if we were at school in the event of an earthquake.

In the United States, the recommended actions to take in the event of an earthquake are Drop, Cover, and Hold On.

Please talk with your student about preparing for emergencies and disasters such as earthquakes. Encourage them to talk about their concerns and express their feelings. Emphasize that even though sometimes things happen that we may not expect, there are lots of things we can do to help us stay safe.

For more information on earthquakes and general preparedness, you might want to visit the Washington Emergency Management Division (https://mil.wa.gov/personal) or Great Washington ShakeOut (https://www.shakeout.org/washington/index.html) websites. You may also find the https://www.ready.gov/kids site helpful.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

 

Early Literacy Screening and Dyslexia Information Session for Parents

Join us for an informative event designed to raise awareness and understanding of dyslexia. Learn about its impact, challenges, and strengths, and discover resources and strategies to support our students with dyslexia. Together, we will foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for all learners.

Thursday, February 27

6:30-8:00 p.m.

Wilburton Instructional Service Center (WISC), Rainier Room

12241 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98005

Learn More Early Literacy and Dyslexia Screening Understanding Dyslexia

 

Education Connections

One Pill Can Kill: Fentanyl Awareness and Prevention

Join the Bellevue Schools Foundation for an important conversation with community partners about the dangers of opioids, including fentanyl. Learn where it comes from, how it impacts children, and how to talk to your kids about the risks. Together, we can support our schools and keep our community healthy and safe.

March 4, 2025

Community Partners Resource Fair, 5:45-6:30 p.m., WISC Baker Room

Presentation: 6:30-8:00 p.m. WISC Rainier Room 12241 Main Street, Bldg #1. Bellevue WA 98005 RSVP online.

Guarde la fecha: Conexiones Educativas - Una Píldora Puede Matar: Concientización y Prevención del Fentanilo

Únase a la Fundación de Escuelas de Bellevue para una conversación importante con socios de la comunidad sobre los peligros de los opioides, incluido el fentanilo. Aprenda de dónde viene, cómo afecta a los niños y cómo hablar con sus hijos sobre los riesgos. Juntos, podemos apoyar a nuestras escuelas y mantener a nuestra comunidad sana y segura.

4 de marzo de 2025

Feria de Recursos para Socios Comunitarios, 5:45-6:30 PM, Sala de Panadería WISC

Presentación, 6:30-8:00 PM Sala WISC Rainier

12241 Main Street, Edificio #1. Bellevue WA 98005 RSVP en línea.

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Student Health:  Respiratory Illnesses

Becoming chilled, wet, or tired does not cause a cold or make a child more likely to catch a cold.

Overview of viral respiratory illnesses in children.

Most of them are the common cold and influenza.

Typical symptoms include nasal congestion, a runny nose, scratchy throat, cough, and irritability.

The diagnosis is based on symptoms.

Treatment aims to relieve symptoms.

Children develop on average six viral respiratory tract infections each year.

Viral respiratory tract infections are typically divided into

• Upper respiratory tract infections: Symptoms occur mainly in the nose and throat. Viral upper respiratory tract infections may occur at any age and include the common cold and influenza.
• Lower respiratory tract infections: Symptoms occur in the windpipe, airways, and lungs. Viral lower respiratory tract infections are more common among children and include croup, bronchiolitis, and pneumonia.

Children sometimes have infections involving both the upper and lower respiratory tracts.

Good hygiene is the best way to prevent these infections, and routine vaccination can help prevent influenza.

 

Donate to the Ardmore PTSA

We need your help!

Please consider donating to the Ardmore PTSA to help us fund fieldtrips, assemblies, educational workshops, and family events.

We appreciate your support and partnership!

https://bit.ly/donateardmoreptsa