Important News and Announcements
Early Dismissal and Main Offices Close Early on April 27
The family of Bill MacKenney, our beloved Upper School math teacher, has invited everyone to remember and celebrate his life on Friday, April 27 at 2:00 PM at Westminster Chapel in Bellevue. K-6 students will be dismissed at 11:40 AM, and 7-12 students will be dismissed at 12:05 PM. The main offices in both buildings at Redmond Campus will close at 12:20 PM.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast Opens This Weekend
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Do you have a ticket to Bear Creek's production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast on April 20, 21, or 28 in the new Performing Arts Center? Tickets are selling quickly, and seating is limited. Purchase your tickets online ($5 students, $10 adults) at www.tbcs.org/beauty.
Spring Tailgate Next Tuesday
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Come out to Marymoor Park to support our spring sports teams at the Spring Tailgate on Tuesday, April 24. Park in Lot K. Boys baseball and boys soccer teams play at 3:30 PM; girls tennis team plays at 4:30 PM. Read more for details.
Register for Bear Creek Summer Camp
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We are offering some fun arts and crafts camps, including Theater Fun, Photoshop, 3D Printing, Princess and Superhero camps, as well as three exciting camps from Smart with Art. Register your child at www.tbcs.org/summer.
Box Tops for Education - April Winner
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The winner in the April Box Tops drawing was Cindy D., grade 1. She wins a $5 gift card to Target.
Bear Creek Prays on April 26
Join Bear Creek parents for a time of prayer for the school, students, teachers, administrators, and/or specific needs next Thursday, April 26, 8:30 AM - 8:50 AM, in the Little Kitchen in the southwest corner of the Main Commons.
Dads BBQ Dinner with the Headmaster on May 9
Bear Creek dads, please RSVP and join President and Headmaster Patrick Carruth for a delicious BBQ dinner and a time of casual conversation in the Farmhouse at Redmond Campus on Wednesday, May 9 at 5:30 PM.
Upper School News
2018 Congressional Art Competition Exhibitors
Six Upper School students entered the 2018 Congressional Art Competition, and their artwork is on exhibited at the VALA Arts Center in Redmond. On April 30, Congressman Suzanne DelBene will host a reception to personally congratulate the artists and the winner of the juried competition. Click for slideshow of art!
Fall and Winter Sports Interest Meetings on April 24 and 25
Students in grades 9-11 interested in playing an Upper School winter sport (boys and girls basketball, and cheer) should attend an interest meeting on Tuesday, April 24. Students interested in playing an Upper School fall sport (boys and girls cross country, boys golf, girls soccer, boys tennis, and volleyball) should attend an interest meeting on Wednesday, April 25. Both meetings will be held at 12:05 PM in Upper School classrooms.
Bear Creek Athletics Banquet Next Friday
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On Friday, April 27, our 2017-2018 Grizzlies sports teams and athletes will be recognized and honored at the annual Athletics Banquet. There are still a few tickets available online at tbcs.org/athleticsbanquet. Sponsored by the Grizzlies Booster Club.
Advice for the College Launch on May 9
Parents of seniors, please RSVP online at www.tbcs.org/launch for a Parents of Alumni Committee panel presentation about graduation and launching to college at 7:30 AM in the Farmhouse.
Northwest University Concurrent Credit Presentation on May 2
Upper School parents and students are invited to meet with Joan Tate, Lead Enrollment Counselor at Northwest University, on Wednesday, May 2 at 8:10 AM in the Andrea Lairson Library to learn about their Concurrent Credit Program and the new partnership with Bear Creek. Please RSVP.
Summer Camp: Counselor-in-Training Applications Due May 11
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The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program needs students entering grades 9-12. Students can earn community service hours which may count toward the 100-hour Upper School community service graduation requirement. All submissions should be completed electronically using the fillable application and sent via email no later than Friday, May 11. Read more for application and additional details.
SAT and ACT Practice Tests on June 12-13
Middle School and Upper School students may register for a complimentary SAT and ACT practice test administered at school in June by Compass Education Group, an independent test preparation company.
Senior Families RSVP for An Evening of Honors
An Evening of Honors for seniors and their families will be held on June 8 at 7:00 PM. Please RSVP by May 11.
Middle School News
Fall and Winter Sports Interest Meetings on April 24 and 25
Students in grades 8 interested in playing an Upper School winter sport (boys and girls basketball, and cheer) should attend an interest meeting on Tuesday, April 24. Students interested in playing an Upper School fall sport (boys and girls cross country, boys golf, girls soccer, boys tennis, and volleyball) should attend an interest meeting on Wednesday, April 25. Both meetings will be held at 12:05 PM in Upper School classrooms.
Summer Camp: Counselor-in-Training Applications Due May 11
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The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program needs students entering grades 9-12. Students can earn community service hours which may count toward the 100-hour Upper School community service graduation requirement. All submissions should be completed electronically using the fillable application and sent via email no later than Friday, May 11. Read more for application and additional details.
SAT and ACT Practice Tests on June 12-13
Middle School and Upper School students may register for a complimentary SAT and ACT practice test administered at school in June by Compass Education Group, an independent test preparation company.
Early Middle School News
7th Annual Battle of the Books Results
On April 17, the Bear Creek Libraries sponsored the 7th Annual Battle of the Books. Twenty-four students in grades 4, 5, and 6 competed in this year's battle. This year's winning team was "A Wrinkle in Magic." Congratulations to team captain Hannah S., grade 6, and her teammates Grace D., grade 5, Ayden A., grade 4, Anna L., grade 4, and Rachel S., grade 4.
Middle School Parent Welcome and Orientation on May 1
Parents of grade 6 students should plan to attend Middle School Parent Welcome and Orientation on Tuesday, May 1, 7:00 PM – 8:30 OM, in the Kindel Library. Please RSVP.
Order Your Child's 2017-2018 Memory Book by April 30
Don't delay, place your memory book order by April 30! Check your account online to determine if you already ordered a memory book (see Billing Account button on new Parent Portal). Read more for details on checking your account.
Lower School News
7th Annual Battle of the Books Results
On April 17, the Bear Creek Libraries sponsored the 7th Annual Battle of the Books. Twenty-four students in grades 4, 5, and 6 competed in this year's battle. This year's winning team was "A Wrinkle in Magic." Congratulations to team captain Hannah S., grade 6, and her teammates Grace D., grade 5, Ayden A., grade 4, Anna L., grade 4, and Rachel S., grade 4.
Order Your Child's 2017-2018 Memory Book by April 30
Don't delay, place your memory book order by April 30! Check your account online to determine if you already ordered a memory book (see Billing Account button on new Parent Portal). Read more for details on checking your account.
Welcome to Early Middle School on April 25
Grade 4 parents are invited to join Early Middle School Division Head Jenn McDonough on Wednesday, April 25 at 7:00 PM in the Kindel Library to learn valuable information about the transition from Lower School to Early Middle School.
Preschool News
Love and Logic on April 25
Bear Creek Preschool presents the another in our popular Parenting Topics and Tips series. Don't miss Love and Logic with Kristen Gephart on Wednesday, April 25. RSVP online at www.tbcs.org/parentingtopics.
Kindergarten Parent Welcome and Orientation on April 26 or 27
If your child will attend kindergarten at Bear Creek next fall, please plan to attend Parent Welcome and Orientation on April 26 or April 27 at 9:00 AM in the Kindel Library in the Main Building at Redmond Campus. Please RSVP for the date you plan to attend.
Order Your Child's 2017-2018 Memory Book by April 30
Don't delay, place your memory book order by April 30! Check your account online to determine if you already ordered a memory book (see Billing Account button on new Parent Portal). Read more for details on checking your account.
Parent Partner Program on Wednesdays
Come join other parents to support one another on the parenting journey. We gather weekly on Wednesdays at 11:45 AM in the Parent Lounge. Topics vary depending upon specific needs expressed by the parents in attendance.
Grizzlies Athletics
Spring Tailgate Next Tuesday
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Come out to Marymoor Park to support our spring sports teams at the Spring Tailgate on Tuesday, April 24. Park in Lot K. Boys baseball and boys soccer teams play at 3:30 PM; girls tennis team plays at 4:30 PM. Read more for details.
Growls Baseball Results
On April 18, the Bear Creek/Overlake baseball team defeated Bellevue Christian (3-1).
Boys Soccer Results
On April 10, Bear Creek lost to Bush (0-7). On April 11, Bear Creek lost to Bellevue Christian (0-3). On April 14, Bear Creek lost to Seattle Academy (0-4). On April 16, the Grizzlies lost to Bush (2-9). On April 18, Bear Creek lost to Overlake.
Girls Tennis Results
On April 18, the girls tennis team lost to Overlake (0-5).
Track & Field Results
At the Add It Up Invite on April 14 in Tacoma, junior Brielle Baker placed fifth in the long jump (15-08) and senior Ian Levasseur placed fifth in the 400M (53:04). At the Pasco Invitational, also on April 14, junior Andrea Markezich placed second in the 1600M (5:11.80) and junior Olivia Markezich placed fifth in the mile (5:07.96) and set a personal record.
Bear Creek Athletics Banquet Next Friday
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On Friday, April 27, our 2017-2018 Grizzlies sports teams and athletes will be recognized and honored at the annual Athletics Banquet. There are still a few tickets available online at tbcs.org/athleticsbanquet. Sponsored by the Grizzlies Booster Club.
Upcoming Events
Apr 27, 2018
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Main Building, Redmond Campus
Athletics Events
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