Helping families understand technology, AI, privacy, safety and classroom learning

With Andrea Davis, educator and founder of Better Screen Time

Technology has changed, but what kids need has not. Andrea Davis, founder of Better  Screen Time, joins us to guide caregivers on a slow-tech path that prioritizes family connection. Whether your family is already deeply entrenched in screen use or just starting to set boundaries, she offers hopeful, empowering strategies — and the reassurance that it’s never too late to turn things around.

With author Richard Reeves

Boys are struggling — in school, in relationships and with mental health — and it may signal a deeper issue. In this eye-opening talk, author, expert and father of three Richard Reeves will share what’s behind the troubling trend and how parents can raise confident, thriving boys in today’s world.

The event will host business professionals, community leaders, and philanthropic donors who are committed to making sure that all 20,000+ students in Bellevue’s public schools have access to innovative programs and enrichment opportunities that will help them thrive in an increasingly competitive global market.

With Jared Cooney Horvath, Ph.D., educator and author

Is educational technology really helping our kids learn? Neuroscientist and educator Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath reveals why parents and educators must push back against digital overreach and restore genuine, meaningful learning for kids — at home and in the classroom.

With Renee Jain, parent coach and psychologist

Breathing exercises only get you so far; real progress happens when you understand the root cause of anger. Renee Jain, founder of GoZen!, a widely used platform that helps kids build emotional strength, joins us to guide parents in understanding their child’s anger, what’s happening in the brain during outbursts and how to better respond in the moment.

With Dr. Sasha Hamdani, ADHD specialist

Better understanding leads to better support. Join Dr. Sasha Hamdani, board-certified psychiatrist and ADHD specialist, for an insightful talk to help you decipher what’s really going on in your child’s brain. Discover how to spot ADHD symptoms, choose the right treatments and confidently support their mental health through everyday challenges.

With Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy 

What will learning look like in five years — or even next fall? Join Sal Khan, visionary educator and founder of Khan Academy, for an urgent and inspiring conversation about the way AI is transforming education, what that means for your child’s learning and how you can help them adapt in a rapidly changing world.

Panel conversation facilitated by Dr. Kelly Aramaki, BSD Superintendent

With Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, pediatric psychologist and parent coach

Is your teen just being a teen, or is it something more? Pediatric psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart joins us to distinguish typical adolescent behavior from early signs of mental health concerns. She’ll share practical communication tools to support your child while strengthening your bond.
 

With Jennifer Anderson, RDN and founder of Kids Eat in Color

Feeding kids shouldn’t be this stressful. Jennifer Anderson, registered dietitian, mom of two and founder of Kids Eat in Color(followed by over 2 million parents), joins us to cut through conflicting nutrition advice, share practical tips, and guide you in helping your kids build a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

Bellevue Schools Foundation’s Block Party is an event that brings the Bellevue community together for games, food*, music, and an opportunity to donate to the blocks of funding that support the 20,000+ students in the Bellevue School District.