December
19 - Lantern Festival (6:30 p.m.)
22 - Jan 2nd Winter Break
January
6-8 - K-4 Play Auditions
8 - Auction Kick-Off Mtg @ Caitlin's House (7pm)
9 - Principal Chat with Neil ( 9:30 am)
14 - 15 Macbeth Performance (7 pm)
27 - Young Playwrights (7 pm)
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We are saying a special hello this week to our newest Salmon Bay staff members...
 Angela Tressler shared... I have been teaching for over 15 years and recently joined Salmon Bay as a special education teacher/case manager. I am passionate about working with special needs students! On a personal note, I grew up in Anchorage, Alaska. I married my husband 24 years ago and we have two daughters who are 22 and 23. My husband is a commercial fisherman and we own two tender boats in Alaska. In the summers I spend a few weeks with him on the boat during salmon season in Bristol Bay or Prince William Sound. I love Alaska and it's beauty, but the Washington weather and beaches are more my pace.
Beck Gross recently joined the SPED team as an Instructional Assistant working with 6th grade. Beck also shared...
I am 24 years old and enjoy rollerblading, creative writing, and spending time outdoors. I also play drums in a radical street marching band and I'm passionate about youth centered social justice and activitsm. |
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NEW Winter ASP Class Added
The Winter 2015 ASP has added a Beginning Spanish Class for Grades K-2nd. The instructor, Sebastián Grynberg, is both an experienced Spanish teacher and a Salmon Bay parent. Classes will meet twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:20 to 4:20pm, from Jan. 12th until March 11th. These classes will take place in Nicolette's classroom (Room 215). The registration fee for this class is $210. Please email Mindy (mindy.terence@gmail.com) to register your child.
Winter 2015 ASP Registration
Registration for the Winter After School Program is underway. Classes for kindergarteners and middle schoolers are offered this session. Registration packets are available here and hardcopies are available in
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One of the crazy cake class creations!
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the Volunteer Coordinators' office. As always, please plan on submitting payment along with your child's registration form. Classes will begin the week we return from Winter Break. For more information contact Mindy. |
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Afterschool Drama Productions
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K-4 Play - The Jungle Book
Auditions for the K-4 play ("The Jungle Book") are January 6th - 8th. Rehearsals will begin January 12th and performances are March 27th - 29th. If your student is interested in participating, please read the detailed information attached to this bulletin.
If you have additional questions, contact Lori Mudge or Nan Houston. |
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Lantern Festival
Our elementary students participated in the Lantern Festival this morning. Their lanterns were beautiful as was the sound of their voices singing together. The evening Lantern Festival is at Salmon Bay Park at 6:30 p.m. tonight.
Gingerbread Houses
Sally's class practiced their architectural skills this week while building graham cracker houses. They had a fabulous time and their creations looked fantastic!
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As the weather chills and the days shorten, we hope the time you spend curled up with great books increases. Linda, our Librarian, wants to remind the readers of Salmon Bay that you are never too old for picture books. Picture books can (and should!) be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Here are a few to get you started:
Wordless books are rich with opportunities for storytelling. Anyone (regardless of reading level) can craft a story to go along with the illustrations!
For some of us, there are just some experiences that invoke a need to find out more. Nonfiction to the rescue!
Do you have a special quilt or blanket? How about a favorite stuffy? If so, this is the book for you!
And, finally, a book that captures that child-like wonder we experience while we're waiting for that first big snowfall of the year:
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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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Lost and Found
Our Lost and Found is, once again, overflowing. If you notice items missing over break, please check in the Lost and Found when you return to school. It will be purged at the end of our first week back in January. Give the gift of Sharpies this holiday season and make sure all your students have their names in their clothing - especially outerwear (jackets, sweatshirts) and accessories (hats, scarves, mittens).
Macbeth
Glyde & Co. are hard at work on preparations for Macbeth. If you have one or more of the following to contribute, please contact Glyde:
- White or light blue tux for Banquo's ghost
- 8 golden goblets (could be brass or plastic)
- A beautiful dark wig for Margo.
- Scottish warrior style vests or leggings
- Kilts and kilt pins
Ideas for making it snow on stage are also welcome.
Auction
Mark your calendars for the Auction Kick Off Meeting on January 8th. We've got a just right job for you. |
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Go Panthers!
The Girls Varsity Soccer team and Joel won their first game against Madrona last Saturday by 4- 0. That win brought them to finals against Blaine. The Salmon Bay team fought hard but weren't able to overcome Blaine. They left with 2nd place, in the K-8 standing. Congrats to Joel and all the Varsity Soccer girls for their terrific season.
Middle School Food Drive
Salmon Bay Middle School ASB is holding a food drive to benefit the The Ballard Food Bank from January 5 - February 13th. Donations can be placed in the big barrels on the 1st floor or on the 3rd floor near Glyde's room (room 306). Wish list items include: baby formula, canned soups, canned fruit, canned vegetables, shelf-stable milk products, canned protein, pasta, cooking oil and pet food. Hygeine items include: baby and adult diapers, diaper wipes, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, lotion, toothpaste, toothbrushes and toilet paper.
Yearbook Photo and Quote Deadline 8th graders - now is your chance to get in your black and white or color photo in the 2014-15 middle school yearbook. Deadline is Friday, January 23rd. You may also submit a quote, not longer than 20 words, with attribution. School appropriate images and words only. Email photos and quotes to Glyde or put it on a flashdrive and give to Glyde. If you don't submit a photo, we will use your school picture day photo. |
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Elementary Yearbook News
Sherry Jaqua is starting to put the Elementary School yearbook together. She wants one page of school portraits and one page of candid shots for each class.
Gathering the photos from our amazing, but busy families can be a challenge. She needs help in two ways to make sure all children are well represented in our yearbook:
1. A volunteer (or multiple) from each class to help get photos from events which include ALL children in the class.
2. People to upload their photos for other events or clubs, outside of the classroom.
If you are interested in helping with the yearbook, please contact Sherry Jaqua (mom to Sophia in Brian's class)
sherry@foryourhealthnw.com OR 206-601-5627
Upload Photos for the Yearbook in 10 Easy Steps:
Note: photos from a camera are best, but in many cases "phone" photos will work, the resolution must be 300 dpi, you can check your phone settings.
1. Go to http://link.entourageyearbooks.com
2. First register for a new login (if you are visiting Link for the first time) - this is quick and easy!
3. Enter your Name, Email Address, Password and "Submit"
4. Then your name will appear on the left side of the Link homepage in place of the word "Register"
5. Search for your school by typing the first few letters of the school name until a dropdown list appears to give you the option to choose your school
6. After the school is chosen from the dropdown list, click "Go To Your School's Link Homepage"
7. Click on the "Upload Your Photos" button.
8. Choose the category (i.e. name of your child's teacher) you want to upload photos to, click "select files" then browse on your computer for the photos, select one or more, and upload them.
9. You can tag people in the photos or add captions at this point, then finalize the upload by clicking "update photo info."
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If you need to upload more photos, click the "upload more" button at the top to do so. |
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Direct Giving
A heartfelt Thank You to everyone who has donated for their generous contributions. There is still time to make a tax-deductible donation. You can donate online, by mail, or in person.
The thermometer is rising and we look forward to giving you a final total for this fundraising campaign when we return from winter break.
If your employer matches donations (we're looking at you Microsoft and Gates Foundation folks, among others), please remember to email Monica so that she knows you made a donation and she should follow up to claim the full benefit of your contribution for Salmon Bay.
Support Salmon Bay While You Shop
Did you know your winter shopping can benefit Salmon Bay? Virtually every store that offers a charitable give-back program will allow you to designate Salmon Bay as a recipient. For instance, if you shop at Target with a Target RedCard, they will give 1% of your credit card purchases to Salmon Bay. The Amazon Smile program gives .5% of your purchases to Salmon Bay. If you shop at stores that offer charitable give-back programs, please designate Friends of Salmon Bay as your recipient. And, as always, turn in your receipts from Ballard Market to ensure Salmon Bay receives 1% of the dollars you spend there. Your November grocery shopping raised over $300 for Salmon Bay! |
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New Co-Chair elected
FOSB Directors met this past Wednesday and elected Jennifer Snorsky Phiefer as the new FOSB co-chair. Please join us in welcoming Jen to her new role.
Jen also wanted to share the following message:
"This morning's lantern festival, not only brings tears to my eyes (really!,) it extraordinarily depicts the magic of our school community and is a true reminder of our collaborative project based learning model at work! Thank you for the honor and opportunity to serve this great community of children, parents, staff and friends as your FOSB co-chair! I welcome the opportunity to hear from you and look forward to sharing in this journey together.
Peace and joy to us all!"
December Meeting minutes can be found here.
January Meeting
Our next FOSB meeting will be held on January 15th. Mark your calendar and join us! Also be on the lookout for a FOSB survey in early January.
Seeking Facilitator Recommendations
FOSB Directors are exploring the possibility of hiring a facilitator to help with an upcoming retreat. If you know the name of a facilitator skilled in working with non-profits or volunteer boards, please send their name and contact information to Robin. |
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Salmon Bay Multicultural Night
Salmon Bay's Diversity Committee is planning a Multicultural Night to take place on February 4, 2015. Right now the committee consists of three elementary school parents who have grand plans to share music, food, dance, more food, poetry and other cultural performances and exhibits representing the various cultures and ethnicities of Salmon Bay. We invite the school community to collaborate with us on this event! Please contact Mindy. |
Legislative Priorities Survey
Governor Inslee is requesting feedback before the next legislative session. Which issue is most important to you? Make your voice heard by answering his survey.
Public Input on Traffic Concerns
SDOT is seeking public comment on traffic infrastructure safety concerns. You can participate by following the link to the wikimap and making comments. The deadline for input is Jan 9, 2015. Check out the wikimap here: http://wikimapping.net/wikimap/SeattleSchoolRoadSafety.html
Legislative Focus Day January 19
Please join the Legislative Committee for the ride to Olympia, where we will rally, lobby, and learn about issues that affect how we educate kids in our state. Meet with your legislators, make an impact on the future of education, enjoy the road trip. Kids welcome.
Space to Create: Pet Portraits
We are excited to offer Pet Portraits with Clare O'Connor
Fee: $25, for ages 6 and up
Offering two sessions:
Saturday, December 20th from 2 - 4 pm
Tuesday, December 30th from 1 - 3 pm
In this class students will use painting and drawing techniques to create a portrait of their beloved pet or favorite animal!
For more information contact Space to Create at 784-0401 or
Salmon Bay Student Performing in Wizard of Oz
Lydia Hayes, Salmon Bay 7th grader, is appearing as Dorothy in Wizard of Oz (Cast 3) Presented by Broadway Bound. Dates of performances are:
Fri Jan 16 7:00
Sat Jan 17 12:00
Sat Jan 24 5:00
Sun Jan 25 2:00
Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com or at the door (seattle musical theatre building 47 in magnussen park)
Moore Theatre Auditions
The Moore Theatre is seeking exceptional musicians ages 14-21 to audition for two performances on May 8, 2015. Successful performers will learn from leading music industry professionals, and work with an internationally renowned Music Director. Bands or soloists can sign up for an audition at moremusic@stgpresents.org no later than January 12, 2015.
Youth Aerial Classes in Greenwood
Versatile Arts in Greenwood is excited to announce that we are now offering youth classes for students age 11-17! Students who have not yet turned 11 should check out the classes at SANCA. Students who have had some experience will need a student assessment to find out which class fits them best. Email us to set that up. Students with no aerial experience should join the beginning class appropriate to their age group.
Middle School Yoga & Creative Arts Program
Spark! Yoga and Creative Arts is a program for middle school girls which aims to foster self confidence, support individuality and touch the joy within. Spark! has monthly workshops for girls 11-14 starting this month.
Junior Thespians Contest
Registration for the 2014-15 WA State Junior Thespians contest is now open. Salmon Bay took three 6th grade girls to this event last year and they performed very well. Let's do it again this year! The contest is Saturday, January 31 at Mountlake Terrace HS. If you are interested in performing in the contest, please register. Glyde will be happy to coach you, but she is not doing a workshop. Categories are: Monologue(s), duet scene, group scene, solo musical, duet musical, technical design, costume design... and more.
Join Seattle Girls' Choir
Do you know a girl who loves to sing? Seattle Girls' Choir will be holding auditions in January and offers ensembles for students in grades 1 - 12. For more information or to schedule an audition, contact us at 206-526-1900 or www.seattlegirlschoir.org |
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