Bellevue School District: Supporting BSD Families Amid Crisis In Ukraine

Press release from the Bellevue School District:

2022-02-28

As a diverse learning community that values one another’s humanity, we acknowledge the escalating conflict taking place in Ukraine and the significant weight it has on our BSD families. We recognize that many in our community are impacted by these events, and as a district, we will lean into our value of compassion as we recognize your thoughts, feelings and needs at this time.

We also acknowledge that some of our BSD families may have friends and relatives currently living in Ukraine and Russia. We see you, we support you, and our thoughts are with you.

We recognize that this is a complex topic to process, especially for our youngest learners. Please consider the following resources when talking to your students about crisis and these current events:

• Resources for educators, families to discuss the events in Ukraine with students
• BSD Counseling
• Well-Being Resources for Students and Families

If you are concerned about your student or feel they need additional support, please contact their teacher, counselor, MLL facilitator or school administrator.

Thank you all for being a part of our rich learning community and playing an integral role in providing safe and welcoming learning environments, especially in times of need.

This press release was produced by the Bellevue School District. The views expressed here are the author’s own.