September
14 - Middle School Guild Coffee (9:30a)*
15 - K-8 Play Information Night (6:30p)
15 - After School Program Registration Begins
16 - Middle School Camp Chaperone Mtg (7:00p)
17 - Introduction to PIE (8:40a)*
17 - Park(ing) Day Planning Meeting (3:20p)*
18 - FOSB Meeting (6:30p)
19 - Park(ing) Day*
20 - Garden Work Party (10a-2p)*
22 - Audition Week for K-8 Play
25 - 2-hour Early Dismissal (1:10p)
*For more details on these events, check out the Events and Gatherings section of this newsletter. |
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This week we are continuing our staff introductions by focusing on the 6th grade team.
In addition to the particular instructional role they play in 6th grade, we've asked each individual to share something about themselves unrelated to Salmon Bay.
Jennifer Fanning teaches Homeroom and 6th grade Language Arts. This is Jennifer's third year teaching at Salmon Bay, and her first year teaching 6th grade. Jennifer appreciates the fact that she's gotten to work with different teams at school and knows teachers and students at different grade levels. She misses her former students very much, but is excited about her new classes. When not teaching, Jennifer loves reading and doing fun stuff with her family and friends.
his 18th year at Salmon Bay (17 of those years have been in 6th grade!). Joel teaches 6th grade science, Homeroom and a typing class. He also coaches the girls and boys school soccer teams.
Joel received his Undergrad Psychology degree from Pacific Lutheran University in 1989 and a Masters in Education from the University of Washington in 1996. When not teaching, he and his wife are busy raising 3 kids. Their oldest just started Gonzaga University. They also have a sophomore at Ballard High School and an 8th grader here at Salmon Bay. All 3 kids went through Salmon Bay K-8 and had Joel as their 6th grade science teacher. Joel says they survived without too much scarring!
Jon Olver teaches Homeroom and 6th grade Math. He is a self-proclaimed recovering math-phobic. Check his fusion page for many handouts on math & brain development. If you are interested in playing music, Jon reminds everyone to keep a heads up for information on this year's Rock for FOSB, where parents get to mingle and make music!
Katie  Hayes is starting her 5th year at Salmon Bay. She has a homeroom and teaches Ancient Civilizations. Katie loves history and had an amazing opportunity to travel with a group of teachers from around the U.S. to Turkey this summer. She is excited to bring what she learned over the summer into her classroom. Outside of school Katie enjoys gardening, cooking, reading, backpacking and traveling to interesting new places both near and far. Katie also is one of the Salmon Bay soccer coaches.
Kurt Litsinger teaches Special Education and a 6th grade Homeroom. Outside of school, he races bicycles, enjoys hiking and takes care of his dachshund, Mario. Before Kurt started teaching, he was a genetic researcher.
Glyde Har t King is in her 8th year teaching at Salmon Bay. Glyde has teaching endorsements in Biology, General Science, LA and drama, with additional strengths in media, journalism and French. This year Glyde will have a 6th grade homeroom for the first time! Her drama curriculum includes Macbeth, Fairy Tale Theatre (a musical collaboration with senior band) and 6th grade young playwrights this year. In addition, Glyde will head ASB, coach the girls' volleyball team, and edit the yearbook. Outside of school, she loves to play tennis and can be seen on the pitch as a Grade 7 referee, or on a stool at the George & Dragon Club watching English soccer. Glyde has a son in 10th grade at Ballard High School.
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After School Programs and Clubs
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Elementary Offerings
Registration for fall After School Program (ASP) offerings for our 1st - 5th grade students begins Monday, September 15th. Registration packets are attached to this bulletin. Hard copies are available in the Volunteer Coordinators' office. For more information on the ASP, contact Mindy mindy.terence@gmail.com.
Middle School Offerings
If you are interested in the Middle School Yearbook Club contact Glyde. It's free and will meet Mondays after school until 5pm in the computer lab (room 209) from October 6th through the end of April. Members of this club with work to create, edit and publish the 2014-'15 middle school yearbook. Photographers welcome! Parents too!
Drama Committee Offerings
For information on after school K-8 drama opportunities, see After School Drama section below. |
Drama Skills Class for K - 5 Students
The Salmon Bay Drama Committee, in partnership with drama teaching artists Tara Kaine and Laura Knote, is offering two after school drama skills classes for K-5 students. Classes will occur after school (3:15-5:15) on Fridays for 8 weeks (October 3 - November 21), ending with a showcase presentation for families of class participants. There is an $85 student activity fee for each class.
Acting Exploration Class: This class is for actors just starting out their acting career, who want to practice the basics in a fun and dynamic way. Through role play, theatre games, and acting exercises we will build our confidence on stage and learn how to use our bodies and voices to develop characters that tell a story. We will practice auditioning and prepare for some of this year's Salmon Bay shows.
Acting Technique Class: This class is for seasoned actors who would like to polish their acting style. We will review basic acting techniques before delving into advanced work. Through role play, theatre games, and acting exercises, students will learn to make strong choices, develop realistic relationships, maintain believable characters on stage, and take risks. A portion of the class will be dedicated to self and peer assessment to support these goals.
Please sign your child up for the class that best fits their skill and experience. Teachers may switch kids after the first class if necessary. Each class is limited to 16 students, with a minimum of 10 required to guarantee the class. Spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Registrations will be considered complete once the registration form, medical contact information, and $85 student fee have been submitted to the Drama Committee Mailbox in the main office. The deadline for registration is Monday, September 29, though the classes may fill before then. Please contact Lori Mudge or Edith Fuchs if you have questions.
K-8 "Willy Wonka" Musical Auditions
Auditions for the K-8 musical "Willy Wonka," will be held in the Salmon Bay auditorium after school September 22-24. Auditions are open to all K-8 students. However, sign-ups are required. For more information or to sign your child up, please visit our sign up genius. Students who are interested in being a part of the crew should also sign up.
All Salmon Bay K-8 students who can attend the auditions and make the necessary commitment to this production will be cast. For more information about auditions, to print and review the audition and registration forms, to see the character list, or to access the audition monologues or song, please visit the Salmon Bay Drama Website.
There is an Audition Preparation Workshop and Parent Information Night September 15th from 6:30-8:00pm in the auditorium where parents will learn about the after school drama program and how to help your child prepare for "Willy Wonka" auditions.If you have additional questions, please contact Lori or Edith.
Adult Volunteers Needed
Whatever your interests or availability, the K-8 fall musical, "Willy Wonka," has a role for you. We need adult tech supervisors, costumers, prop and set creators, rehearsal support, and snack suppliers. Volunteering can happen at rehearsals or on weekends or evenings depending on your schedule. Please contact Lori or Edith to get involved.
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Middle School Ultimate Frisbee begins September 16th. To register your player with DiscNW, follow this link. If you have any questions or would like electronic copies of the paperwork please email Sam Olson.
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We welcome submissions to our weekly Bulletin.
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A Note From Your Volunteer Coordinators
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Mandatory Paperwork
The school year is off to a great start and we know many of you are excited to get into the classrooms to lend a hand or offer your eagle eyes on upcoming field trips. Before you can volunteer, your paperwork and background check must be complete. All volunteers must:
Volunteers planning to drive or stay overnight with students must supply additional information. If you have not received an email from Kristina stating that you are cleared to volunteer, we do not have your paperwork on file yet.
You received a copy of the volunteer paperwork in your first day packet. If you need another copy, please email Jodi or Kristina or stop by the Volunteer Coordinators' offices.
Immediate Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering is a great way to build community while making a difference in the lives of our students. You should have received a volunteer interest survey in your student's first day packets. Please fill that out and return it as soon as possible to help our volunteer coordinators make connections between school needs and community member interests.
Please consider whether one of these volunteer opportunities might be a good fit for you.
- Auction Chair
- Elementary FOSB Treasurer
- Ballard Market Receipts Data Entry
Kudos to You
Special thanks to Andrea Wickham who volunteered to manage our Fall Book Fair! Thank you as well to Beth Armitage for volunteering as our Finance Committee Chair. Our thanks and appreciation to David Rush and the Windermere Foundation for their generous donation of school supplies.
If you have a thank you for a fellow community member, please stop by the bulletin board outside of the volunteer office and write a short note to be pinned on our "Kudos to You" bulletin board.
School Beautification
Planning is underway for a painting party on October 11th. Stay tuned for additional details. If you are interested in participating, please contact Mindy.
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A Note From The Front Office
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Drop-Off and Parking Reminders
Students should not be on campus without an adult before 8:15. After 8:15, supervision is available in the cafeteria, the library, and on the playground/upper field.
The red zone on 18th Avenue is for drop off only. You may not leave your car in the red zone while you enter the building. If you need to park, you must park elsewhere. When you park, please ensure you are not blocking any neighbor driveways.
First Day Packet Reminder
If you turned in your completed forms already, THANK YOU! If you have not returned your first day packet forms yet, please use this weekend to complete the packet and return the forms to school on Monday. If you did not receive a first day packet, please call the front office (206.252.1720).
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We are excited about heading to fall camp in a few weeks.
Camp Information and Forms
All students should have brought home a packet of information materials and forms last week. Review those materials and get forms returned to school ASAP! Student health/medical forms and related medications are especially important.
Chaperone Meetings
Parents planning to attend or drive to camp should attend the chaperone meeting on Tuesday, September 16th at 7pm:
- 6th grade chaperones - in Joel's room (207).
- Olympics chaperones - in Melanie's room (317)
- Cascades chaperones - in Ticely's room (318)
If you have not already done so, please complete the mandatory sexual misconduct on-line course and return your volunteer packet as soon as possible. If you need a copy of the volunteer paperwork, contact Kristina.
If you have questions about camp, please contact:
We look forward to seeing you Tuesday!
Medications for Camp
If you want your child to take daily medications while at camp, please:
- Fill out and sign (doctor's signature where required) all health and medication forms.
- Have prescription medications in original bottles with student's name, medication name, and dosage printed on the label.
- Have over-the-counter medications in the original bottle/container, labeled with your student's name.
Camp forms AND medications must be turned in to the office/nurse no later than Wednesday, September 17th.
Our new school nurse, Mariah Rosdahl, works at our school 2.5 days a week and needs time to collect and record these forms and medications. Students who do not have their required medications at school by September 17, are at jeopardy of missing fall camp.
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Need Roots of Empathy Family/Baby Volunteers
Do you have a 2-4 month old baby? Are you willing to bring your baby to school once every three weeks (beginning in October) to help teach kids empathy? If so, read on...
Salmon Bay will be using Roots of Empathy (a social skills program) in our 5th grade classes again this year. As part of the program, the students get to know a family and baby and watch that baby grow and develop throughout the year. By encouraging observation of the baby's emotions, the program teaches children how to recognize their own feelings and understand the feelings of others.
If you have a baby between the ages of 2-4 months and are interested in becoming a Roots of Empathy Family or learning more about the program, please contact Markos Weiss at 206-252-1742 or mmweiss@seattleschools.org.
Second Counselor Coming Soon
We have posted a counselor position to strengthen the supports and services we offer as a school. We will be interviewing for this position in the coming week. If you have completed the interview training and are interested in serving on the interview committee, please email Neil.
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Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) Information
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Next Meeting
FOSB will have a meeting on Thursday, September 18th at 6:30 pm in the auditorium. The agenda and meeting materials are attached to this bulletin. The meeting includes an opportunity to meet our new Administrators, hear about the work of FOSB and its committees, and dedicated time for an open forum Q&A. Coho will be providing childcare for up to 45 kids. Please email Suzanne at suzaroo@gmail.com to reserve your child's spot. Please include name and age. Younger children are ok, but must be potty trained. You can check the sign up list here to confirm your child is registered. We hope to see lots of new and not so new faces! Please keep an eye open for an upcoming survey about FOSB. If you'd like to provide any input on the survey, please contact Lance at: LanceCAdams@hotmail.com Class Liaisons Needed
FOSB's Class Liaison Committee still needs Kindergarten, fourth grade, and middle school parents to help build connections and improve communication between families and FOSB. If you are willing to attend a couple of FOSB meetings this year and email a summary of key issues and topics of interest for your class/grade level, please email Hillary at hikkerfeet@comcast.net. |
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Chinook Books
Chinook Book is a print book and mobile app (for iPhone and Android phones) and is filled with valuable coupons for saving at local, sustainable businesses that help grow the sustainable local economy in Seattle and the Puget Sound. Chinook Books (both paper version and phone app) are available for purchase until November 1st from the Volunteer Coordinators and will be available for purchase at next week's FOSB meeting. FOSB keeps 50% of each sale!
Chinook Books: $20
Mobile App: $15
Combo Pack: $30
Ballard Market Receipts/Box Tops
To let Salmon Bay reap the benefits of your grocery shopping, drop your Ballard Market receipts and box tops in the envelope on the fundraising bulletin board in the front hallway or give them to a Volunteer Coordinator. If you are willing to help input receipts and submit box tops, please contact Kristina Cerise.
AmazonSmile
Salmon Bay participates in the AmazonSmile program. Please consider designating our school as your charitable organization of choice. |
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Middle School Guild Morning Coffee
Join other middle school families at a morning coffee hosted by the Middle School Guild!
Sunday, September 14th at 9:30 am
Karine D's Home
7029 20th Avenue NW
206.782.4908
Bring a friend and a treat to share! Primarily intended to be a get-to-know for all middle school families, we'll wrap-up our time by planning for our first potluck (Tues., 10/14) and organizing ourselves around interests and availability for the coming year. To RSVP or learn more about the guild, contact Robin (clevelandette@gmail.com).
Parent Information Exchange (PIE)
Join us on Wednesday, September 17th at 8:40 am in the cafetorium for coffee, treats, and an introduction to PIE.
Email Darcy or Maria if you have questions or suggestions for speakers you would like to bring to our school.
Salmon Bay Bikes Celebrates Park(ing) Day
The Seattle Department of Transportation Park(ing) Day is on September 19th, and Salmon Bay Bikes will be hosting a park here at school! Students and parents are encouraged to help decorate and plan for our special themed "Park" which will also double as extra bicycle parking. Come join us on Wednesday September 17th on the playground at 3:20. Email karen@nixnux.org if you can't make the meeting, but want to help!
Garden Committee
Welcome Back Gardeners! Did you notice how nice the front grounds and front planters look? Well, it's time to work on the rest of the grounds, including more weeding in the back and side planters and mulching all around. Come to our first Garden Work Party of the year Saturday September 20, 2014 from 10AM to 2PM. Come for an hour or stay the entire time! Everyone is welcome! No experience is necessary! Coffee, tools, gloves, and water provided. Bring your own snacks and lunch. Contact Laura with questions (Laurache@microsoft.com or 206-979-7423). Hope to see you there. |
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Student Seeking Walking Buddy for School Commute
One of our 6th grade students is looking for a buddy to walk to and from school with. If you live near 63rd and 14th and are willing to be a walking buddy, please contact Jen.
Seattle Jazzed Big Band Ensemble
Calling motivated student-musicians! Seattle JazzED Big Band Ensembles rehearse weekly from October through May and cater to all skill levels. Students in grades 4-12 will work with professional musicians and educators, perform and have fun! Ensemble placement by audition. No previous music experience required for the Introductory Ensemble. Scholarships and payment plans available. Easy registration and info at www.seattlejazzed.org or call 206-324-JAZZ (5299) Join us and play!
Participate in Science-Learning Research
UW doctoral student Suzanne Perin is looking for families with elementary-school aged kids to
participate in a research study about how families learn and do science. The study includes a family visit to the Burke Museum, Seattle Aquarium, and your family's favorite place to do science. Interested in participating? Contact Suzanne (206) 221-3081 or Suzanne1@uw.edu. |
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