Welcome Back, Mountaineers!

We hope this message finds you filled with excitement and anticipation as you return to school this fall throughout the PNW. As we eagerly embrace the return of the school year, BASIS Independent Bellevue is excited to introduce you to our esteemed Dean of Students, Ms. Huang. With a rich educational background and a deep commitment to nurturing students’ social and emotional growth, Ms. Huang plays a vital role in our school community.

Meet Ms. Huang:

Ms. Huang’s educational journey is a testament to her dedication to the field of education. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Shanghai International Studies University, a Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies from Washington State University, and a Master of Education from the University of Washington. Her extensive academic background equips her with the knowledge and expertise to guide our students effectively.

Ms. Huang’s Role as Dean of Students:

As the Dean of Students at BASIS Independent Bellevue, Ms. Huang has set an important goal for herself as an educator. Her mission is to form strong bonds with her students, create a secure and nurturing learning environment, guide students through their educational journey, and help them realize their fullest potential. Ms. Huang understands the BASIS model and approach and what we require that ultimately sets our students up for social, emotional, and academic well-being.

Ms. Huang works alongside Ms. Stienessen, the Director of Student Affairs. Together, their team is focused on creating a supportive community where students are willing take risks, be comfortable with failure, and develop into resilient learners.

Approach to Support:

Ms. Huang firmly believes that students thrive when they are genuinely interested in what they are learning and are motivated to explore and discover knowledge on their own.

Prior to becoming the Dean, Ms. Huang was a founding faculty member, serving as a Learning Expert Teacher (LET) for Grade 3. This experience has allowed her to develop a deep understanding of our school’s culture and the needs of our remarkable students. Ms. Huang as has three years of experience working at a BASIS Curriculum School in Arizona as a Subject Expert Teacher (SET) teaching Mandarin for grades K-4. This experience, along with her experience last year being the LET, helped her fully understand the co-teaching model. To her, it’s the best approach to help students with academic support, as well as challenging them with their potential.

“Students learn best when they are interested in the topics and wanting to learn themselves,” says Ms. Huang. “We can help make this happen by providing different types of learning, creating various activities, and providing intuitive practice opportunities.”

Outside of the Classroom:

Beyond her role as an educator, Ms. Huang enjoys spending quality time traveling with her family, indulging in mint chocolate chip ice-cream, and watching Korean dramas. These interests reflect her passion for discovering new experiences, fostering meaningful relationships, and finding joy in life’s little pleasures.

As we embark on this new school year, we are fortunate to have Ms. Huang as our Dean of Students, guiding and supporting our students on their educational journey. Her dedication to social and emotional learning, coupled with her commitment to creating a stimulating and inclusive learning environment, sets a strong foundation for a successful academic year.

Welcome back, Mountaineers! We look forward to a year filled with growth, learning, and personal development under the caring guidance of Ms. Huang and our exceptional educational team.