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Upcoming Events
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Sept 29th @ 8am – Picture day
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Sept 30th @6:00pm in Cafeteria – Parent meeting for Math and Science Club (and last day to join)
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Oct 4th @ 6 pm-7:30 pm Grade Level Dinner for Kindergarten and 1st grade families @ Cherry Crest Cafe
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Oct 6th @ 6 pm-7:30 pm Grade Level Dinner for 2nd grade families @ Cherry Crest Cafe
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Oct 11th @ 6 pm-7:30 pm Grade Level Dinner for 3rd grade families @ Cherry Crest Cafe
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Oct 12th @ 6 pm-7:30 pm Grade Level Dinner for 4th and 5th grade families @ Cherry Crest Cafe
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🎒 Get Ready for the School Year – Your School Supply List is Here!
📅 2026–2027 Cherry Crest Elementary
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✅ Use this list to make sure your student is ready for a great start to the year.
✅Shopping already? This guide outlines everything your student will need.
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1. Please bring your supplies on the first day of school.
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2. If you purchased a School Supply Bundle from Impack, you can disregard this message—your supplies will be delivered directly to your child’s classroom before school begins.
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Along with our G5 students, we also have some of our parents graduating out of the PTSA team this year and next year. We would really like more parents to join the PTSA team in any capacity they can.
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Open board positions (requires attending most monthly 1hr meetings):
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1. Co-President: Help our current President drive monthly board meetings, quarterly general meetings and be a voice for the PTSA at various events.
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2. Legislative rep: This PTSA member ensures we abide by all 501c3 regulations to maintain our non-profit status and also follow all WA and National PTA guidelines to keep our membership. This is mostly an advocacy role.
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3. Giving Month lead: Lead the annual fundraiser at the start of the school year to raise all funds needed for the year.
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4. Culture Festival lead: Lead the festival of cultures in Jan/Feb to celebrate the diversity in our school with cultural showcases
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5. Variety Show lead: Lead the student talent showcase in Mar/Apr 6. Staff Appreciation lead: Coordinate the monthly grade-level staff appreciation baskets and organize the Staff Appreciation Week in May
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7. Walk-a-thon lead: Organize the annual Walkathon event
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Event co-chair positions (hands on deck for event planning and execution):
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1. Giving Month co-chair (Oct)
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2. STEM Night co-chair (Oct)
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2. Culture Festival co-chair (Jan/Feb)
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3. Variety Show co-chair (Mar/Apr)
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4. Staff Appreciation co-chair (May)
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Other help needed (not event related):
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3. Website redesign supervision
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6. Match Club/Challenges co-lead
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8. Neighborhood programs like Mariners Game, Kraken Game etc.
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Other possible event leads (if enough interest)
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Dear Cherry Crest Families,
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What a fantastic Walkathon! The energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit on display were truly inspiring. Students walked, cheered, danced, and supported one another throughout the event, creating memories that will last all year long.
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Most importantly, our Cherry Crest community came together to support the programs, enrichment opportunities, and experiences that make our school extraordinary.
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On behalf of the Cherry Crest PTSA, thank you to every student, parent, teacher, volunteer, sponsor, and donor who made this event possible.
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Thank You for Your Incredible Support
While we did not quite reach our goal of $40,000, our community still raised an impressive. Half way there!! Please submit your employer matching soon. You can let us know by filling this form after matching to be counted towards goals.
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$28,681
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Every dollar raised will directly support programs and experiences that benefit Cherry Crest students throughout the year.
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There is still time to donate until June 10th to receive the classroom level rewards.
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Fundraising goals are important, but what matters most is the incredible participation and generosity shown by our families, staff, students, and supporters.
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We are grateful for every contribution and proud of what we accomplished together.
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Thank you for helping strengthen our school community.
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Special Thanks
A heartfelt thank you to:
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Every family who donated, shared fundraising pages, or cheered students on
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Leaderboard
Close behind are Ms Sin and Ms Gilbert’s classes. The top class gets to silly string the Principal.
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Top 5 classes by participation (number of students that donated at least $1)
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Close behind are Ms Lawlor and Ms Gilbert’s classes. We have decided to change the Otter Pops recess to be available for top 5 classes by participation % rather than 90% participation so more classes can receive that prize.
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Pre and K- $4,065 (6,000 goal)
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1st Grade - $3,755 (6,000 goal)
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2nd Grade - $5,826 (6,000 goal)
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3rd Grade - $5,100 (8,000 goal)
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4th Grade - $5,350 (8,000 goal)
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5th Grade - $2,580 (6,000 goal)
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Congratulations 2nd Grade for being the closest to your grade level goal!!
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The Walkathon is successful because of all of you.
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We can't wait to see what our Cherry Crest community accomplishes next!
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Our final fundraiser of the school year is officially here! On Friday, June 5th, our students will be hitting the field for the annual Cherry Crest Walk-a-thon. This is an incredible community tradition, and this year, we have set a goal to raise $40,000 to support our school’s vital programs.
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Every lap counts, and every donation brings us closer to our goal. Here is everything you need to know to get ready:
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Step 2: Donate & Support Your Grade
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Walkathon is our year end fundraiser to close the $40k PTSA budget gap for the year. We are excited to bring you this community event before the end of the school year.
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There will be opportunities for parents to participate too just like last year and grade level prizes for participating and fundraising.
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This is an after school event from 2:30pm to 4pm. Parent supervision is required and permission slips will be sent home for participating.
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Join us for the next PTSA General meeting and be part of the conversations that help shape our school community.
From exciting programs and family events to teacher support and student enrichment, the PTSA plays a big role in creating meaningful experiences for our kids.
Join the Teams meeting
Meeting ID: 217 322 257 135 44
Passcode: TV6B6iH7
Whether you're a longtime volunteer or just curious about what's happening and the plans for next year, this is a great chance to connect with other parents, hear important updates from the Principal and the PTSA President, share ideas and see how even small contributions can make big impact. See you there!
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Dear Cherry Crest Families,
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Thank you for helping make Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week so special! Whether you donated items from the Amazon Wishlist, signed up to bring food, wrote a heartfelt card, or found another way to celebrate and honor our incredible Charger staff — we are truly grateful.
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Your generosity, time, and kindness made our teachers and staff feel seen, valued, and appreciated all week long. It takes a village to support a school community, and Cherry Crest families continue to show just how amazing that village is.
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With the support of the PTSA and our community, we were able to treat staff to some wonderful surprises. We’re excited to share a few photos of the appreciation they received thanks to you!
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From all of us — THANK YOU for helping us celebrate the people who care for, teach, and inspire our students every day.
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Deadline for orders are on May 6, 2025
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National Teacher Appreciation week is May 4-8! Let’s honor our amazing Cherry Crest STAFF with a wonderful week filled with appreciation and gratitude! The PTSA will provide pieces, but we need families and students to participate, too!
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Theme: Teachers are like good books, they can change you forever!
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Schedule and how to participate:
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-Monday 5/4: B: Bring your teacher their favorite flower or make a bookmark for them (*PTSA provided coffee delivery)
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-Tuesday 5/5: O: Offer words of gratitude with a card or note for your teacher (*PTSA provided activity and treat)
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-Wednesday 5/6: O: Original idea—Do something unique for your teacher, think outside the box. (*PTSA provided lunch)
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-Thursday 5/7: K: Know your teacher’s favorite snack or treat? Bring it for them!(*PTSA provided and family donated snack packs) Sign-up to provide snacks here.
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Thank you for your help making this an extra special week for our Cherry Crest Teachers and Staff member!
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Our Annual Volunteer Tea on June 9 was a wonderful celebration of the many volunteers who help make our school community thrive. The morning included coffee, tea, breakfast, flower arranging, and the presentation of our Golden Acorn Awards to volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to our school. One of the most memorable moments was the volunteer parade through the building, where students lined the halls with handmade signs and cheers of appreciation. It was a heartwarming reminder of the impact our volunteers have every day. Thank you to all who give their time, energy, and talents to support our students and staff!
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Join us for our annual Field Day on June 18th at 12:45-2:15 pm. We need volunteers! Please sign up using the form.
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🎓Graduation is almost here! 🎓
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Join us for the 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony on Monday, June 22 at 8:30 AM. Immediately following the ceremony, 5th grade families are invited to stay and enjoy a light breakfast together.
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At 10:30 AM, students will return to their classrooms while parent volunteers set up for lunch and a day full of fun events. Please sign up here to volunteer for the celebration: HERE
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We are proud to recognize the students who earned an achievement score of 15 points or above during the 2026 AMC 8 at Cherry Crest, under the leadership of Mrs. Lee. The AMC 8 is a national middle school math competition that challenges students’ problem-solving skills.
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Girls on the Run is coming back to Cherry Crest for the Spring 2026 Season! Girls on the Run is so much more than running. 3rd through 5th grade participants will have fun, make friends, increase their physical activity levels, and learn important life skills.
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Meeting twice per week after school, the season lasts 8 weeks and runs from the week of March 23rd through the week of May 18th with a celebratory 5K fun run at Renton Memorial Stadium on Sunday, 5/17, to cap off the season. Meetings take place at Cherry Crest and will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30-4:15pm.
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Help Cherry Crest meet its sustainability goals via the School Food Share program!
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Back-to-school made easy - and meaningful.
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Order your school supply kit by July 15 and save up to 20% compared to major retailers. Kits ship directly to Cherry Crest and are delivered to your child’s classroom.
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Optional donations are matched up to $5 to support our school.
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Would you support the sustainability efforts of students at Cherry Crest Elementary School? They saved a bunch of plastic film from landfills earlier this spring and want to keep it going! If 10 neighbors start a new Ridwell membership through this page by May 23, they'll earn free Ridwell plastic film pickups at school for the entire ‘25/’26 school year!
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Running Club has begun! No need to register, all students are eligible to participate in this free club! Students can walk/jog/run laps at lunch recess on M/T/TH/F. Students will earn charms for completing a 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon.
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National Teacher Appreciation week is May 5-9! Let’s honor our amazing Cherry Crest STAFF with a wonderful week filled with appreciation and gratitude! The PTSA will provide pieces, but we need families and students to participate, too!
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Theme: In Our Teacher + Staff Appreciation Era
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Don’t miss out—secure your copy today and hold onto the memories forever!
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🌟 Reflections Bellevue Council Results Are In! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that two Cherry Crest students have been recognized at the Bellevue Council level of the Reflections competition!
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👟🌟 Girls on the Run is BACK at Cherry Crest for Spring 2025! 🌟👟
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Girls on the Run is coming back to Cherry Crest for the Spring 2025 Season! Girls on the Run is so much more than running. 3rd through 5th grade participants will have fun, make friends, increase their physical activity levels, and learn important life skills. Meeting twice per week after school, the season lasts 8 weeks and runs from the week of March 24th through the week of May 19th with a celebratory 5K fun run at Renton Memorial Stadium on Sunday, 5/18, to cap off the season. Meetings take place at Cherry Crest and will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30-4:15pm.
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Bring a chaperone and enjoy dancing, games, other activity stations, and desserts with friends and classmates! Dance week starts Monday, 2/3! Students will have a daily dance lesson and learn a choreographed dance with their grade level, which they will perform at the dance on Friday night!
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When: Friday, February 7th from 6:30-8pm
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Donate supplies/sign-up to bring treats, and volunteer Here.
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The Cherry Crest Talent Show is back, and we can’t wait to see our talented students shine on stage! 🌟
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The Open Transfer and Choice Schools application period for the 2025-2026 academic year will take place from Monday, December 9, 2024, to Friday, January 17, 2025. Check out full details of Information Nights and Open House Events here.
Middle Schools
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- Chinook Middle School Open House, Thursday, January 9, 2025
- Highland Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 8, 2025
- Odle Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 7, 2025
- Tillicum Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 13, 2025
- Tyee Middle School Open House, Thursday, December 11, 2024
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The Cherry Crest Clinic provides extra clothes for students who get dirty, have accidents, etc. The Clinic's supply has gotten very low-- they are in need of items for boys and girls: pants, tops, underwear, socks, and sweatshirts. All sizes are needed, especially for Kindergarten-3rd grade.
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We're seeking enthusiastic volunteers to assist with conducting hearing screenings under the guidance of our trained professionals. Training will be provided ahead of the screenings in person, virtually or via video tutorial for late Sept through October.
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Picture Day is September 24th, where your student will have both individual and class group photos. Online order instructions will be sent home with your child, so please be sure to check their backpacks. If your child misses the September 24th date or you are unhappy with their photo, there will be a make up picture day on November 19th.
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We need parent volunteers to help our wonderful librarians Mrs. Lux and Mrs. McClelland. Volunteers must attend a training first if they haven’t volunteered before in the library. The first training will be on Tuesday 9/17 at 2:40 PM.
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Learn more about the causes of childhood stress and anxiety, signs that may indicate the need for more support, and practical strategies for fostering resilience at home. Explore resources available within the Bellevue School District and our community to help navigate this important aspect of parenting. Let's work together to create a supportive environment for our children's well-being.
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The Girls on the Run Spring 2024 Season is right around the corner and we have limited spots available on the Cherry Crest team!
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Girls on the Run is so much more than running. 3rd through 5th grade participants will have fun, make friends, increase their physical activity levels, and learn important life skills.
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Meetings take place at Cherry Crest and will be on Mondays and Thursdays, 2:30-4:00 pm.
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Questions? Email: program@girlsrun.org or reach out to Mykela Fantone, Cherry Crest’s GOTR Site Coordinator at fantonem@bsd405.org.
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The Open Transfer and Choice Schools application period for the 2024-2025 academic year will take place from Monday, December 11, 2023, to Friday, January 19, 2024. Check out full details of Information Nights and Open House Events here.
Choice Schools and Programs
-Hindi Bilingual Program Information Night, Tuesday, December 12, 2023
-Puesta Del Sol Elementary School Open House, Tuesday, December 12, 2023
-Arabic Bilingual Program Open House at Ardmore Elementary School, Wednesday, December 13, 2023
-Korean Bilingual Program Information Night, Thursday, December 14, 2023
-Big Picture Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 3, 2024
-International School Open House, Thursday, January 4, 2024
-Arabic Bilingual Program Open House, Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Middle Schools
-Chinook Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 9, 2024
-Highland Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 16, 2024
-Odle Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 9, 2024
-Tillicum Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 17, 2024
-Tyee Middle School Open House, Thursday, January 18, 2024
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When: Wednesdays from 12:15pm – 1:35pm from 3/22 to 5/17 (excluding 4/12)
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Location: CCE Multi Use Field
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Cost: $215 per participant ($12 per registered player back to Cherry Crest PTA!)
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Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 14
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Our annual PaperPie Book Fair (formerly Usborne Books & More) is coming to the Cherry Crest Library this week!
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When: Tuesday Dec. 5th – Thursday 8th.
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Hours: Open for shopping at lunch recess and afterschool each day (exact hours TBD) plus family night on Tuesday.
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Questions? Contact Mrs. Lux, school librarian, at: luxja@bsd405.org or Ashley, PaperPie rep, at: AshleysBooks@outlook.com
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Online Shopping at: www.BookYourShelf.com
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Cherry Crest Art Reflections Contest submissions will be displayed all week outside the library for your viewing pleasure, thanks to our wonderful Cherry Crest PTA.
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*All proceeds from the book fair go to support books and supplies for our Cherry Crest library. 😊
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The Open Transfer and Choice Schools and Programs application period for the 2024-2025 academic year will take place from Monday, December 11, 2023, to Friday, January 19, 2024.
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Check out more information here.
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Big Picture Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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Chinook Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Highland Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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International School Open House, Thursday, January 4, 2024
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Odle Middle School Open House, Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Tillicum Middle School Open House, Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Tyee Middle School Open House, Thursday, January 18, 2024
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Congratulations! There were over 80 submissions to the Cherry Crest Library's Annual Pumpkin Book Character/Book Cover Contest. Students in grades K-5 submitted paper pumpkins drawn with their favorite book and/or book character(s) represented on them using pencil, crayon, pen, water color, oil pastels, collages, etc. We have some creative and artistic Chargers! It was a difficult decision.
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Congratulations Fall 2023 winners!
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K: Ryan from Ms. Sin's class
1st: Tie between Swastika from Mrs. Hayfield's and Libby from Mrs. Depaola's
2nd: Avi from Ms. Nolan's class
3rd: Arush from Mrs. Tatterson's class
4th: Akshaya from Ms. Iniguez's class
5th: Tie between Bernice and Joudi, both in Mr. Regala's class
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**Prizes will be distributed the week of 11/6
***All paper pumpkins will be returned to students via their classroom teachers
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5th Grade parents, please join us to celebrate all 5th graders! The event will take place on Wednesday, June 21, 8:30 - 9:45 AM.
8:30-9:20 am: Memorable Ceremony in the Café and Gym
9:20-9:45 am: Social in the Undercover Area
9:45 am: Magic show, outdoor games, pizza lunch (only for students and volunteers)
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Do you know a new family joining Cherry Crest Elementary this fall? All new families are welcome to join Mr. Steere and Mrs. Stedman for an informative night about all things Cherry Crest on Wednesday June 14th from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Learn about arrivals, dismissals, bus transportation, after school care and more. Take a self-guided tour of the school and get signed up for Cub Scouts or Girl Scouts. See the invitation for full details.
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Cherry Crest 4th grader Anastasiia Kozlova was awarded Outstanding Interpretation for her dance choreography The Beauty of Difference by Washington State PTSA Reflections 2022-23 program in the intermediate grade category.
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Cherry Crest Running Club is excited to welcome members of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness Home Peace Run on Tuesday, May 9th during lunch recess. This global torch relay has teams run through over 100 countries with a simple goal - "to create a feeling of goodwill among peoples of all nations." Students will hear the runners' message of peace and be able to join them for a few laps around the school track. Questions? E-mail runningclub@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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Monday, May 8 – Students bring flowers and cards for teachers and staff
Tuesday, May 9- PTSA sponsors make-your-own snack bags
Wednesday, May 10 – PTSA sponsors personalized Starbucks orders
Thursday, May 11 – PTSA sponsors catered lunch
Friday, May 12 – Families donate desserts for staff buffet
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Thank you in advance for your contributions. Together we strengthen our community! Questions? Email: staffappreciation@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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On Thursday March 23rd local author/illustrator Ellie Peterson will be presenting to all K-2 classrooms in three separate presentations in the library. We are lucky enough (thank you BSF!) to have Ellie two years in a row at our school.
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Ellie often specializes in books that focus on science, including the topics of monarch butterflies, honeybees, our seasons and our planet earth. Some students will also experience an “Eat With Ellie” lunch in the library where they can find out more about what it’s really like to work as an author/illustrator and ask more in-depth questions. Want to know more? Visit her website: https://www.elliepetersonart.com/
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*Look for a paper coming home next week if you would like to preorder one of her books to have signed and personalized for your student.
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You help raise $2,600 in books for the library and $1,700 in cash for future purchases. The Scholastic Bookfair is valued part of making our library the best if can be for our students right here at Cherry Crest. Thanks to all of our volunteers and to the parents who supported the sale.
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We look forward to doing it again next year.
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Volunteers: Jeff Nemeth, Karin Hargrove, Neda Chaudhary, Zayna Chaudhary, Kelli Heikkila, Emma Rong, Yingying Bao, Alison Luhrs, Elena Razmpoosh, Shalini Prakash, Erika Dowd, Svitlana Lebedieva, Emily Crahan, Marcia Murray, Arija Young, Ashwini Kumar, Lucy Goddard, Qiuru E, Faranak Sorooshiam, Wendy Ko, Jennifer Provine, and Navaz Nekoo. Please let me know if I missed your name or if you are interested in helping next year. bookfair@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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Cherry Crest will host the Scholastic Spring Book fair in the library the week of March 3rd-9th. All proceeds will go towards NEW books for our library. Back this Year: Pencil Grams to support our BSD sister-school, Sherwood Forest. *Students can purchase a fun pencil ($1/cash only) to send to a friend or themselves.
Students may purchase books during lunch time and after school from Monday through Thursday. Wednesday the book far will be open until 1 pm and 4-6 for book shopping before Family Engineering Night!
You can send your child with cash or use the ewallet: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5243477
Interested in helping? https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8A92FA7FA7-scholastic
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Thanks to the hard work of our Cherry Crest Librarian Mrs. Lux, six teams of 4th and 5th grade students competed in the first ever Bellevue Battle of the Books (B.B.O.T.B.). Each team read six Sasquatch Nominee books, created questions for each book and then studied for the competition. Of the six teams, F.B.I. (aka Federal Book Investigators) advanced to represent Cherry Crest against Ardmore, Medina and Woodridge elementary schools. Congratulations to Ardmore Elementary for winning the Final! 11 of the 18 elementary schools in the district participated in this pilot year. We're excited to see this competition continue next year. Thank you BSD Librarians, PTSAs and Administrators for supporting this initiative!
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Wanted: More parents to help with managing the fair along with Mrs. Lux and current parent co-chair. Do you love books and Cherry Crest? This is the perfect opportunity for you to get all your volunteer hours in at Cherry Crest in one week! We have a ton of fun unpacking and setting up the fair, selling books to kids at lunch recess and welcoming families in to the family afternoon/evening. Shifts and hours can be split/not required to be there for all times. Interested? Need more information? Contact Mrs. Lux at: luxja@bsd405.org
Dates: Friday March 3rd- Friday March 10th (set up on 3/3, sales 3/6-3/9 & takedown 3/10).
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Pagliacci Pizza is honoring schools throughout the Greater Seattle Area with a free pizza party for teachers and staff. Several PTSA leaders nominated Cherry Crest and staff enjoyed their reward on December 14th. What a fun and delicious surprise! We ❤️ our educators!
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University of Washington in partnership with Starbucks celebrates the service of local heroes. Principal Steere was honored on Saturday, November 19th. We are so grateful for his many valuable contributions to our community here at Cherry Crest. Congratulations Mr. Steere!
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Join your fellow chargers in celebrating your school and team pride!
Every Wednesday show your Charger pride by wearing red/black or Cherry Crest clothing! Buy gear here!
Every Friday show your team spirt by wearing Seahawks or a favorite team's clothing!
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Cherry Crest’s WINTER BOOK FAIR, with Usborne Books & More is December 5th through 9th.
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Shop after school or during lunch recess these days (Friday lunch recess only – no after school sales) OR online anytime, now through December 9th at www.BookYourShelf.com
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Have questions or feedback about how Bellevue School District supports literacy in K-5 education?
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John Bellevue PTSA council and BSD Teaching and learning for a conversation about K-5 literacy .
Thursday, October 27, from 6:30-7:30 pm in WISC Ranier Room (12241 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98005)
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Volunteers are needed daily at 7:40-8:05am and 2:20-2:45pm (*Wednesdays 12:05-12:30pm). Check-in at the main office to get a yellow vest and instructions. You will help direct drivers and student walkers to ensure traffic flows and everyone stays safe. Please e-mail Connie Kramer at kramerc@bsd405.org with your availability.
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Cherry Crest front office is still working hard to provide a list of vendors for after school clubs. All current programs are listed here and future ones will be added as info becomes available.
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A fun opportunity to give back to this treasured park with friends & family!Together we’ll remove invasives displacing native understory plants and trees in our 482-acre park. WE’LL MEET IN THE EVENT/PICNIC AREA AT 9AM SHARP for directions, coffee, cocoa, and donuts before we head out in teams to tackle and take down some unwelcome visitors in the park: English Holly, English …
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Do you love looking at photo books? Are you good at helping a team succeed? Are you organized and you want to make an impact at Cherry Crest? Then we’d love to have you lead the Yearbook team with 2 other volunteers. See your hard work come to fruition and develop a memorable, beautiful Yearbook this year for Cherry Crest. Please email vp.6@cherrycrest-ptsa.org if you’re interested …
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We already have a large amount of lost and found items at the school as kids are still getting used to their new routines.Please remind your kids to check the lost and found at the entrance of the school. Families can also check for it since it is kept outside the school’s front doors.
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Bellevue Schools Foundation: Invites You to a Block Party and Education Connections Block Party Invitation We invite you to join us in celebrating the 2022—2023 School Year with a gift in honor of your students, the entire school community, and BSF’s programming at Our Block Party from 11:00 AM –1:00 PM at Bellevue Downtown Park on Oct. 1. There will be food trucks, music, …
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Show us your Charger spirit! Cherry Crest gear is here, and each purchase helps raise funds for our school. You can purchase them at the link below:https://cherrycrestchargers21.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
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With year 2022-2023, we are excited to announce Math Club and Science club will be running in Cherry Crest. 3rd-5th graders can participate.Math club link for registration and volunteer signup: https://forms.office.com/r/dCU5Q2Sxe9Science Club link for registration and Volunteer signup : https://forms.office.com/r/5RawNbEYLYMath club runs every Tuesday 4:15pm-5:15pm as an Online Teams meeting. We will register kids for several math competitions.We will be covering the Art …
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Back by popular demand, please join your fellow classmates and their families at dinner this October where you can mingle, chat, and connect with new classmates and old friends.Kindergarten & 1st Grade: Tues, Oct 4th, 6pm2nd Grade: Thurs, Oct 6th, 6pm3rd Grade: Tues, Oct 11th, 6pm4th & 5th Grade: Wed, Oct 12th, 6pmAll family members, including siblings are encouraged to …
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Our wonderful Librarian, Mrs. Lux, is looking for volunteers in the Cherry Crest Library. Volunteers help check out books to kids, check in returned books, reshelve books, help kids find books, and my person favorite, get to listen to Mrs. Lux read books while they check in or shelve books. If you are interested in learning more about your kids …
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Cherry Crest will be offering a number of After School Classes and Clubs during the year, often in 6-8 week sessions. This year the clubs, dates, and times are not yet finalized due to issues related to space and building scheduling. In the past these clubs have included Magic, Drama, Clay Animation, Lego, Flag Football, and Spanish. It is unknown …
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Monday September 19: Grades K-2 Curriculum Night @ 6 to 7:30 pmWednesday September 21: Grades 3 – 5 Curriculum Night @ 6 to 7:30 pmCurriculum night provides you the opportunity to:Hear from your kid’s teacher about the upcoming yearSpend time in your kid’s classroom (likely in their tiny chair)Do a craft to surprise your kids with!Learn about the PTSA and …
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The first day of school is an exciting day for us all. Come join your fellow nervous/excited adults at the Cherry Crest entrance after you drop off your kids. Meet other families, learn about the PTSA and the Cherry Crest Comm(UNITY). New and returning families are welcome and encouraged to come stop by for any amount of time you have …
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The STEM Club meeting will be held on Fri, Jun 17, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Cherry Crest Cafeteria. This is for rising 3rd grade to 5th grade students.
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We will start with FLL (Robotics) presentation by elementary kids team (They will represent US in Global competition)
We will have detailed and group registration information for FLL (Robotics)
Science Olympiad event declaration and plan
Math club next year competition list to be registered.
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Please sign up for the event! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48ABAA2DA3FAC52-june
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For any questions, please contact mathclub@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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We are in need of 2-4 parents/older student volunteers interested in helping our safety team with a full inventory of the Cherry Crest Emergency Supply closet. We haven’t done this in years and will spend time on June 22nd doing so to ensure a positive and safe start to our new school year. If you’re interested in supporting us, please contact, Assistant Principal, Erin Stedman (stedmane@bsd405.org). Thank you!
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Inventory Hours: 6/22 @ 9 am – 3 pm
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Lost and Found is filling up again! Please stop by to see if your child’s belongings are there. All unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the school year! The racks are located by the elevator and art room.
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During the week of June 6-10, Cherry Crest students and staff are invited to show their school spirit and dress according to daily themes:
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• Monday 🩳 Dress up or Dress Down Day: You can either come in your super comfy PJs or wear your fancy clothes
• Tuesday 🎩 Crazy Head Day: Come to school wearing your most creative hairstyle, hat, headwrap or decorated mask!
• Wednesday 🔴 Charger Pride: Wear Charger Spirit Gear and/or school colors (red/white/black combination)
• Thursday 🌈 Rainbow Day: A different color for each grade level: K – Red, 1 – Yellow, 2 – Blue, 3 – Orange, 4 – Purple, 5, – Green
• Friday 👕 Sportswear Day: Don your fastest sneakers and wear your blue Walkathon shirt to enjoy Field Day!
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As a small token of our appreciation, the Cherry Crest Staff invites our amazing Cherry Crest Comm(UNITY) volunteers to join us for a Volunteer Appreciation Coffee and Awards Ceremony in the café on Friday, May 20th at 8:15am
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Whether you have helped in the classroom, library, lunchroom, playfield or on a field trip, we want to thank you! Our program includes personalized messages of thanks from classroom staff, the presentation of the PTSA Golden Acorn Award and an opportunity for volunteers to provide input for your hopes, dreams and desires for family engagement in 2022/23.
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To help us in planning, please register your intention to attend at http://bit.ly/3l9HPrP
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The Cherry Crest Running Club is excited to welcome members of the Sri Chinmoy Oneness Home Peace Run on Friday, May 20th during lunch recess.
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This global torch relay has teams running through over 100 countries every two years with a simple goal – “to create a feeling of goodwill among peoples of all nations.” Students will hear the runners’ message of peace and can join them for a few laps around the school track.
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All lost and found items are available outside the school’s front doors. Please drop by and take a look. Any items not claimed by Friday, April 29 will be donated
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Cherry Crest families are invited to attend monthly virtual meetings hosted by Principal Dusty Steere and PTSA presidents Reetika Saxena & Jocelyn Tu. All chats will be hosted online via Microsoft Teams and include information from the principal as well as ample time for questions and comments. Use this form (https://bit.ly/3JQYEBx) to submit a question or topic for the next Principal Chat.
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Chats are scheduled on the following Fridays from 8:30 – 9:30 am: Apr 29, Jun 3
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Join Microsoft Teams Meeting: https://bit.ly/37uMalU
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Cherry Crest Yearbook captures your child’s memories of the school year. It will contain snapshots of the events of the year with a page dedicated to each classroom – this includes your child’s photo and name!
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So don’t delay, Order now to avail of a special EARLY-BIRD price!
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Place your order as soon as possible to secure your child’s copy of the yearbook. Kindly note that no extra copies will be available for purchase beyond the order deadline.
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Spring Pre-Order Deadline: Friday, the April 22nd
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Order Online Only – https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?jobNumber=1577522
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All students should bring their Walk-a-thon badges back to school this week. Scan your badge one time during lunch recess this week and be entered to win Otter Pops for your class!
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Thanks to a Go! Grant from AMPED (https://everykidsports.org/) awarded to Cherry Crest Elementary in 2020, this FREE club will be offered every day at lunch recess (except Wednesdays) at the Cherry Crest track until Friday, June 17. This is an optional activity for students who are welcome to run or walk as much or as little as they wish! Students will earn a running charm for completing 5K, 10K and Half Marathon milestones. Certificates will be presented by Principal Steere or Assistant Principal Stedman to students who complete a Marathon (26.2 miles)! Volunteers are needed to setup the self-scanner, help kids as needed and put everything away at the end. Sign Up (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F4EA9AA2CA4F58-running4) as often as you are able!
Questions? E-mail runningclub@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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We are excited to see your family this Friday, April 1 from 2:30 to 4:30pm at the Cherry Crest track! Students should wear their Walk-a-thon t-shirts to school on Friday as well as appropriate walking shoes. Teachers will distribute student badges to track laps just before walking begins.The online auction opens this Wednesday, March 30 at 6:00am. Our carefully curated auction includes 11 …
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Cherry Crest 4th and 5th grade teams both placed first in their “Math is Cool” competitions. Hearty congratulations to all 52 kids and parents! Students competed with 13 different teams and really earned recognition for their achievement!
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Thanks to our coaches who made so much effort to teach and prepare students! Click through to read more about the Math club and student achievements this year.
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Spirit gear is here and we’ve got tie-dye! Get into the Cherry Crest school spirit with fun t-shirts, cozy sweatshirts & more. Plus, a percentage of whatever you purchase will be given right back to Cherry Crest. Hurry – spring items are only available through April 10th: https://cherrycrest2022.itemorder.com/
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Questions? contact spiritgear@cherrycrest-ptsa.org
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Cherry Crest families are invited to attend regular virtual meetings hosted by Principal Dusty Steere and PTSA leadership. Visit http://bit.ly/3ncrjZn to submit questions or topics in advance.
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All chats are hosted online via Microsoft Teams and include information from the principal as well as ample time for questions and comments. Use this form to submit a question or topic for the next Principal Chat.
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Chats are scheduled on the following Fridays from 8:30–9:15 am: March 25, Apr 29, June 3.
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All sales benefit our library and will used to buy books.
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• Lunch recess sales: students need a pass from their teacher!
• Afterschool sales: open to families through March 10th:
— Tue 3/8 2:30-3:45pm
— Wed 3/9 12:15-12:45 + 3:00-6:00pm
— Thu 3/10 2:30-4:15pm *Last Day*
• Prefer to shop online? Go to https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cherrycrest through March 20th.
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Note! eWallets should be used for all student purchases. Credit card, cash or check purchasing will be available for families during afterschool sale times.
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Click through for full Book Fair details!
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Ms. Connie and Ms. Kathy in the Main Office would love to stock the Clinic (Nurse’s office) with clothing for students who have an unexpected need for fresh clothes during the school day. New or gently used, clean clothes welcome!
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Volunteers needed to make our book fair a success!
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• Friday, March 4th, after school from 2:30-5:30pm (Older kids can help too!)
• March 7th–10th during sales times
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As a volunteer your BSD background check must be current and you'll need to comply with BSD's vaccination requirements.
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Click through for full details!
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Please watch your child’s backpack for information about this year's Scholastic book fair.
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All sales benefit our library and are used to buy books.
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• March 7-10th sales at lunch and after school
• Lots of bargain books $5 and under
• Buying online directly through Scholastic can also support our school!
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Note! eWallets and credit cards will be used for all purchases.
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Click through for full Book Fair details!
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March 7th – 10th will be this year’s Scholastic Bookfair and we need several volunteers to help in the library. This year all sales will be done by e-wallet or credit card, making it much easier for volunteers and staff. There will also be set up on the 4th and take down on the 11th .There are a variety of ways to help, and it is fun to work with other parents during this event. As a volunteer you will need to meet the BSD background check and vaccination requirements, so contact us right away.
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Please sign up to volunteer here (https://bit.ly/3uOXqD4) and contact bookfair@cherrycrest-ptsa.org with any questions.
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Principal Chat on Friday 2/11 @ 8:30 am. Cherry Crest families are invited to attend monthly virtual meetings hosted by Principal Dusty Steere and PTSA leadership. All chats will be hosted online via Microsoft Teams and include information from the principal as well as ample time for questions and comments. Use this form to submit a question or topic for the next Principal …
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March 7th – 10th will be this year’s Scholastic Bookfair in the Cherry Crest Library. There will be a great variety of books and price points to fit every preference and budget. All purchases will be done with e-wallet and flyers will be sent home soon. If you would like to volunteer to help with bookfair, please contact bookfair@cherrycrest-ptsa.org or look for the …
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Students are using a large quantity of disposable masks supplied by the school. Please remember to send your child to school with a mask every day and include a spare in your child’s backpack. Please also consider donating a box of disposable children’s masks to your classroom and/or the front office. Thank you for supporting the health of our community!
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Starting Thursday January 27, we are switching to reusable utensils in the cafeteria, through a grant from Department of Ecology and City of Bellevue!
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We estimate this will save more than 47,000 disposable plastic utensils from the landfill in one school year.
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If you see any of these new school utensils at home please send them back to school so they can stay in the cycle. Click through to the PTSA web site for all the details!
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To learn about the amazing Kindergarten experience at Cherry Crest Elementary, please join our Virtual Parent Information Night tonight, Tuesday, January 11th at 6:00pm.
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If you live outside of the Cherry Crest attendance boundaries and want to be considered for enrollment, you must complete and submit an Open Transfer application by Friday, January 14th at 4:30 pm. Directions and applications are available on the BSD website at: https://bsd405.org/departments/student-placement/open-enrollment
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Additional information about kindergarten registration can be found at: https://bsd405.org/schools/kindergarten/
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If you are interested in becoming a library volunteer, Mrs. Lux is offering more training sessions this month.
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THANK YOU so much for the current library volunteers who have been coming in to help check-in books, shelve books and help during class checkout time.
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It makes such a world of difference for our librarian to be able to focus on students: helping them find books, making suggestions and answering questions they have during class time without tying up the line.
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The PTSA is grateful for all those who spent time and energy clearing the snow at school. Special thanks to Office Manager Ms. Connie Kramer who along with her daughter Nicole, son Derek and his friend Jamaal, came in on Monday to provide a head start. Our heartfelt thanks as well to Head Custodian Ms. Lupita for her relentless efforts Tuesday morning to prepare for students’ first day back. THANK YOU!
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Cherry Crest families are invited to attend monthly virtual meetings hosted by Principal Dusty Steere and PTSA presidents. All chats are hosted online via Microsoft Teams and include information from the principal as well as ample time for questions and comments.
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• Join Teams Meeting at: http://bit.ly/3tcyIf5
• Submit questions in advance at: http://bit.ly/3ncrjZn
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View the Principal Chat Resource Page for a list of all chat dates and prior chat recordings.
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Several after school activities have postponed their start date to the week of January 24th to allow time for more sign-ups. In particular, the following Monday classes are still accepting registration: Purple Wand Magic Course with Xakary (register here) Sponge Language Spanish (register here) NWBA Badmiton (register here) You can also visit our After School Classes page for more details …
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With the return to in person school. Kids are losing their stuff. Please remind your kids to check the lost and found in the entrance of the school.
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Clothes not claimed will be donated over winter break.
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School Options for the 2022-23 School Year. This year, the Open Transfer (formerly Open Enrollment) and Choice School/Program application period are during the same time period – December 6, 2021 through January 14, 2022. Open Transfer Applications for the 2022-23 school year will be accepted beginning Monday December 6, 2021. The application period will close Friday January 14, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. Results will be emailed in February for high school, March for middle school, and April for elementary school.
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All applicants must be residents of the Bellevue School District at the time of application. Residency documents will be requested at the time of enrollment. (The children of fulltime BSD employees may apply.)
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Siblings of current students are not guaranteed enrollment and must apply.
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For more information please visit
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Open Transfer https://bsd405.org/departments/student-placement/open-transfer/
Choice Schools/Program https://bsd405.org/schools/choice/
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We want to remind all our families and staff that if you were experiencing symptoms of cold or illness (or it begins during break), that the return to school protocols will be expected for return to school Monday. Covid test results should be sent to cherrycrestattendance@bsd405.org
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If you need help determining if you or your student should have a Covid test over the break, please refer to the Department of Health COVID Decision Tree https://www.doh.wa.gov/Portals/1/Documents/1600/coronavirus/820-229-SymptomDecisionTreeCTChecklistSchools.pdf for guidance. Thank you for considering the health and safety of our community when returning from a break!
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Going on Vacation? It is expected that families will schedule their vacations and activities to coincide with the school calendar. We understand that some absences cannot be rescheduled or prevented from overlapping with school. Nonetheless, absences for vacations, sports tournaments, dance competitions, family travel, trips of a lifetime, etc. must be prearranged and approved to be considered excused under district policies (BSD Policy 3122, Procedure 3122P https://bit.ly/3dnFZzI).
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You can download a copy of the prearranged absence form directly from our school’s website: https://bsd405.org/cherrycrest/report-an-absence/ or pick up a copy in the main office. We ask that you submit the form at least 2 weeks in advance to allow time for review by the teacher, and approval from the Assistant Principal. Email cherrycrestattendance@bsd405.org with any questions.
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Cherry Crest families are invited to attend monthly virtual meetings hosted by Principal Dusty Steere and PTSA presidents. All chats are hosted online via Microsoft Teams and will include information from the principal as well as ample time for questions and comments.
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Click https://bit.ly/3xYGOIK to join this month’s chat from 8:30 – 9:15 am on Friday 12/10.
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Use this form https://bit.ly/3pspx6H to submit a question or topic for the next Principal Chat.
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View the Principal Chat Resource Page https://bsd405.org/cherrycrest/resources/principal-chats/ for a list of all chat dates and prior chat recordings.
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In the Community Bulletins section of the PTSA website and newsletter, we pass along information submitted to the PTSA newsletter editor which may be of interest to Cherry Crest Families. No sponsorship or endorsement is made or implied by the PTSA or the Bellevue School District.
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Audition now for Seattle's premier boychoir! The Northwest Boychoir provides the highest level of music education and vocal performance opportunity to boys in the Seattle region. Whether your child is just beginning or already musically experienced, there is a range of entry points. No experience required.
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In an age of screens and AI, students stay hands-on with creativity through art. Small-group summer art camps (grades 2–5) led by a children’s book illustrator, Yuyi Chen , where students explore drawing, painting, and mixed media while building a lasting love of art.
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To ensure incoming 6th grade students are placed in the appropriate level, families who plan to register their student in Chinese 1B or above at Odle Middle School for the 2026–2027 school year should contact Mrs. Jingran Wan (wanji@bsd405.org) to schedule a placement test.
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About This Newsletter
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The Cherry Crest Charger Chatter is emailed to families and staff on Tuesday mornings. The deadline for submissions to the Chatter is the preceding Wednesday by 7pm. Read our submission guidelines
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Information contained in directories, Newsletters or membership lists published by Cherry Crest Elementary PTSA may not be used for purposes of solicitation either commercial, political or ideological or any other purpose not consistent with the Washington Congress of Parents and Teachers By-Laws.
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