The Bark Community Edition 3/1/2026

Mar 1 2026

Dear Bennett Families, Happy March!

We hope you and your family had a wonderful mid-winter break and were able to enjoy some time to rest and recharge. It’s hard to believe how quickly this school year is flying by! Thank you for being such a kind, supportive community, we are grateful for our partnership with you. Below is our latest newsletter, and we look forward to all that spring has in store together.

With Bulldog Pride,

Jessica Strazzulla

Principal

Upcoming Dates

Save these dates on your calendar!

3/6- Spring Picture Day - Class Photos
3/10- PTSA General Meeting
3/26- Multicultural Night - details below
3/27- No School
4/1- PTSA sponsored Math Challenge
4/6-4/10- Spring Break
4/20-4/24- STEAM Week

*5th Grade Promotion Ceremony Thursday June 18th 2:30-3:30pm

BSD Cultural Calendar

Community Partnerships

Families at Schools Near Lake Hills Blvd

City of Bellevue Update: Travel Impact on Lake Hills Boulevard

The City of Bellevue has shared that there will be a travel impact on Lake Hills Boulevard when they start construction on the Kelsey Creek Culvert project in mid-March. To complete this work safely and efficiently, portions of Lake Hills Boulevard between 151st Ave SE and 154th Ave SE will be impacted.

Lane closures

Expect periodic lane closures starting in mid-March 2026. Flaggers and signs will help guide traffic through lane restrictions during work hours.

Full road closure
There will be a full closure of Lake Hills Boulevard between 151st Ave SE and 154th Ave SE for approximately 60 days during the peak of construction. This closure will allow crews to complete the most intensive work safely and quickly. Detour routes will be clearly marked.

World Hindi Day & Film Festival: Celebrating India’s Unity in Diversity

Join us for a vibrant celebration of India’s Unity in Diversity — an immersive experience that brings together culture, cuisine, creativity and community. Hosted by the Indian Consulate, this interactive event invites participants to explore the many languages, traditions and stories that shape India through an engaging Understanding India session, hands‑on workshops in Indian heritage arts, and a flavorful Indian food festival showcasing regional cuisines. Enjoy an Indian film festival movie that reflects the richness of Indian storytelling, and wrap up the celebration with exciting prizes. Attend to learn, taste, watch, create and celebrate the spirit of India together!

Saturday, March 21

2:30-7:30 p.m.

Interlake High School

RSVP to attend.

PTSA Corner

🌍 Multicultural Night

Bring a dish, host a booth, perform, or volunteer - everyone is welcome and every family can participate!

Sign-up here!

📅 Thursday, March 26, 2026
🕖 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bennett Elementary Gym

✨ Experience a world of flavors, music, and traditions—all in one unforgettable evening!
🎶 Live performances, 🌎 cultural exhibits, 🍲 international cuisine, and fun activities for kids and families.

🍽 Potluck Dinner for a global feast together!

Sign-up coming soon….

Be ready to:

✅ Host a country or region booth (on your own or with fellow families)

✅ Bring your favorite dish to share.

✅ Showcase your culture with a performance!

✅ Volunteer to help make the event run smoothly.

Bring your friends, your family, and your curiosity—this is your chance to explore and celebrate the incredible diversity of our community.

Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for more details!

District News and Resources

Family Literacy Night: Understanding Reading Skills & Assessments

Join us for an informative evening designed to help families understand early literacy skills and dyslexia. We will share BSD practices regarding early literacy screening, what is dyslexia and how it manifests, and how to support students and partner with educators. Whether you're new to literacy assessments or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will offer practical insights and resources to help you support your student's learning.

📅 Date: March 12, 2026

🕕 Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m.

📍 Topic: Understanding Early Literacy & Dyslexia

Location: WISC Rainier Room

Address: 12241 Main St, Bellevue, WA 98005

Community Input Survey: Supporting a Modern Hebrew Language Offering

The BSD Multilingual Department invites you to complete a community input survey as we explore the possibility of offering the Modern Hebrew language beginning in the 2027–2028 school year.

This is an opportunity to share your perspectives and help co-design the program through your input. Your voice and feedback are essential as we consider future language offerings for our students.

Please complete this brief survey by March 8. All are welcome to provide input, including parents/guardians, students, staff and community members.

For questions please reach out to multilingualinfo@bsd405.org.

Take the survey.

Share Your Feedback: Complete the District Family Survey

Your feedback is very important to us as we continuously work to improve the experience of our students and families. Beginning Monday, March 2, we will launch our annual Family Engagement Survey.

As part of our commitment to our community, we strive to foster belonging, strengthen our partnerships with families, and support student well-being and academic growth. This survey is an important opportunity for you to share what’s working and where we can improve.

Access the survey. It should only take a few minutes to complete. The survey will be open March 2 – 20.

Thank you for your continued trust and partnership.