For nearly ten years, Mr. Romelle Bradford has been a cornerstone of the Beacon Hill International School (BHIS) community. In every role he’s held — from Volunteer Coordinator to After-school Program Director and educator — he has poured his heart into our kids and our school.
Mr. Romelle shows up every day as an authentic role model who lives and breathes the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion that make our community thrive. His warmth, encouragement, and compassion have left a lasting impact on countless students and families. He’s become a true Beacon Hill household name — a person our children look up to and our families deeply trust.
Now, Mr. Romelle needs our support.
Recently, he was placed on a leave of absence by Seattle Public Schools and is currently awaiting a lengthy review process by the district. While this process unfolds, his earnings have been significantly reduced. This has created real financial strain for him and his family.
We, as BHIS families and friends, want to stand by him — just as he has stood by our children time and again.
Your donation will go directly toward helping Mr. Romelle manage living expenses and stay afloat while he waits for this process to conclude. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a tangible reminder that his community sees him, values him, and stands with him.
Please consider donating and sharing this page widely to help us show our collective gratitude and support.
Together, we can remind Mr. Romelle that he is not alone — that the same community he has helped build is here to lift him up in return.
Other Ways to Help:
- Write a letter or testimonial sharing your positive experiences with Mr. Romelle and the difference he’s made in your child’s life. You can send your emails to the HR representative for BHIS, Denise Williams-Saunders, dewilliamssa[AT]seattleschools.org, and Superintendent Fred Podesta, fhpodesta[AT]seattleschools.org. We have heard good feedback about the value of these letters!
- Sign the Petition of Support to show solidarity with Mr. Romelle and affirm his positive impact on the BHIS community. There is also more information about how parents became involved in this situation when accessing the link.
Note: This is an initiative entirely led by parents, and not by Seattle Public Schools. Donations are freely given and there is no expectation of receiving a benefit for one's child by donating.