January
19 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No School)
21 - Winter Band & Marimba Concert (7pm)
23 - Family Board Game Night (7pm)
27- Salmon Bay School Tours (9am)
30 - Day Between Semesters (No School)
31 - Painting Party (8am - 12pm)
February
2 - Young Playwrights One Act Festival (7pm)
3 - Alumni High School Night (7pm)
4 - Multicultural Night
11 - Salmon Bay School Tours (9am)
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Please help us welcome our newest Salmon Bay staff member...
My name is Kerrie Bash and I am the new Elementary Access teacher at Salmon Bay. I couldn't be more thrilled! I moved to Vancouver, WA when I was five years old and have been enjoying the wonders of the Pacific Northwest ever since. I earned my Special and Elementary Education degree at Western Washington University in Bellingham. If you have never been there, I recommend it! I just completed my student teaching at Adams Elementary School this past December and am eager to dive right into a full time teaching position. If I'm not outside running, hiking, or doing yoga, you can find me inside reading, painting, or doing a crossword puzzle--all of which are accompanied by coffee. To reiterate, I am over the moon to join the Salmon Bay community, and if our paths cross expect a sturdy handshake and a friendly smile.
Hello!
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It's basketball season at Salmon Bay. Come cheer on the Panthers this Saturday.
VARSITY
Jan 17th vs. Blain (1:00@Nathan Hale)
Jan 24th vs TOPS (1:00@Nathan Hale)
Jan 31st vs. Southshore (2:30@Denny/Sealth)
Feb 7th vs. Hazel Wolf (11:30@Nathan Hale)
Feb 14th vs. Pathfinder (4:00@SW Teen Center)
Feb 21st vs. Broadview (11:30@Nathan Hale)
Feb 28th vs. Madrona (1:00@Nathan Hale)
Mar 7th - BYE
Mar 14th Playoffs (Times/Locations TBD)
JV
Jan 17th vs. Madrona (11:30@Jane Addams)
Jan 24th vs. Hazel Wolf(11:30@Jane Addams)
Jan 31st vs. Southshore (1:00@Chief Sealth)
Feb 7th vs. Hazel Wolf (10:00@Jane Addams)
Feb 14th vs Licton Springs (4:00@ Denny)
Feb 21st vs. Hazel Wolf (8:30@Jane Addams)
Feb 28th vs. Hamilton (11:30@Jane Addams)
Mar 7th vs. Licton Springs (11:30@Jane Addams)
Mar 14th Playoffs (Times/Locations TBD)
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There's a snowman in the front hallway...
snow scenes outside of Amy's class...
and snowflakes on Bill's classroom windows...
but still no snow in the mountains.
Please join our middle school in wishing for white flakes to fall in places other than Salmon Bay.
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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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A Look Back
We've been reflecting on all Salmon Bay volunteers did in 2014 and are overcome with gratitude. Salmon Bay volunteers donated more than 1,000 hours since the start of school. Volunteers brightened our hallways, taught our students, brought order to chaos, raised needed funds, spruced up our grounds, nurtured young thespians, and more. So many of the things that make Salmon Bay great are the result of volunteers donating time and talents behind the scenes. Next time you pick your kid up from an after school activity, pass a parent hanging art in the hallway, or see someone making copies, please take a moment to say thank you.
A Look Ahead
We have lots of great things ahead in 2015 but we need your help to make them happen. Please consider how you may be able to help with the volunteer needs below:
- WEP: Our middle school students will be heading out on their various WEP activities soon. We still need five volunteers to help direct traffic on WEP mornings. We also need one or two drivers to take PNW Explored students on their various hikes and bike rides. If you can help with these needs, please contact Kristina.
- TOURS: School tours start this month. There are daytime (9am) tours on January 27th and February 11th and and an evening tour (6pm/7pm) on February 24th. We need nine elementary and six middle school parent volunteers to guide guests and answer questions. If you are willing to help with tours, please contact Jodi (elementary) or Kristina (middle school).
- PAINTING: We want to make more progress on our school beautification efforts. We another dozen volunteers to join us on Saturday, January 31st from 8 am to noon as we paint middle school math classrooms and elementary classroom entrances. If you are available to attend, please email Jodi.
- ORGANIZATION: Do you like bringing order to chaos? We are looking for two or three Type A people to help organize various spaces in our school. If you are willing to lend a hand with this task, please email Kristina.
- AUCTION: Auction planning is underway. This is the biggest fundraiser of the year. Check out the auction section below and consider how you can help. There is a just-right sized job for you.
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Thank You
The Yearbook Club asked and Salmon Bay delivered several great cameras. Thank you! The cast and crew of Macbeth (The Scottish Play) also extend their gratitude to all who made the production a success.
Middle School Food Drive
Please consider a contribution to ASB's food drive (donations will be delivered to Ballard Food Bank). The barrel in the front hallway that gratefully accepts all nonperishable donations but is especially grateful for high demand items like: baby formula, shelf-stable milk products, canned protein, cooking oil, hygeine items and diapers.
8th Grade Yearbook and Quote Deadline
Smile big and get witty. 8th graders wishing to have a photo other than their school picture in the yearbook must submit images by Friday, January 23rd. Quotes (20 words or less) are also welcome. Send school appropriate images and words to Joel Maier. |
 Auction |
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It's the Wild Wild (north)West!
Gather your posse, dust off your boots, mark your calendar and plan to join us to support and celebrate our community at our annual auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at North Seattle Community College.
A note about our theme: Our Western theme was selected based upon suggestions from the community. If you've been to a Salmon Bay auction before you know that costumes are encouraged. So find your inner sheriff, outlaw, cowgirl or rodeo queen and join us.
A note about the date: Working within the availability of North Seattle Community College and avoiding a conflict with the Ballard High School auction, our auction date will be April 4th. We want to acknowledge that this date falls on Passover and is the night before Easter. We hope that many of you will be able to join us that evening. We also have many opportunities for auction involvement over the next couple months that we hope you will consider.
A note about procurement: Each year some of our most popular items are donated by you! We rely on our fantastic parent community and their employers, friends and family to offer a variety items at the auction. Please consider donating or helping us procure auction items. Auction donation forms will be available in the next week. Questions about procurement? Contact Nadege Mohr.
A note about volunteering: We have a right size job for you! There are many opportunities to support our auction. We are in particular need of help the day of the auction with transport, set-up, check-in, and clean-up. To volunteer or find out more auction info, contact our auction chair Stephanie Lynch or visit our Auction Bulletin Board located in the volunteer coordinators office.
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| Direct Giving |
| Monica announced the Direct Giving campaign's total at last night's FOSB meeting. We exceeded our goal and raised over $42,000. Thank you to all those who contributed and to Monica for another successful campaign. |
| School Events and Gatherings |
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Family Board Game Night
Please join PIE for a cozy Friday night of games, cards and dominoes. Family Board Game Night will be held Friday, January 23 from 7-9 pm in the cafeteria. Bring your favorite games to share or come try some new ones. We will provide some snacks and drinks. Feel free to bring something to share. Any questions, contact Darcy Greene at craigdarcy@comcast.net.
Painting Party
We'd love to have a fresh coat of paint (and a little color) to welcome students back for next semester. We are inviting parents to spend a few hours painting on Saturday, January 31st from 8 am - noon. We promise coffee! If you can join us or have questions, please email Jodi.
Alumni High School Night
Tuesday, February 3, 2015, 7:00-8:00
Are you in the midst of making a high school choice right now? If so, please join us in welcoming back a group of our Salmon Bay alumni who are returning to answer your questions about what high school life is like. These students from Nathan Hale, Ingraham, Roosevelt, Center School, Nova, and Ballard high schools will form a panel to field audience questions from 7-8pm. Parents and students are all welcome! Questions? Contact Nancy or Megan. Hope to see you there!
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Willing to Lend Ski/Snowboard Equipment?
A Salmon Bay family is looking for ski or snowboard equipment to borrow for one time to mountain for 5th grader. If you have gear you are willing to lend, please contact Melanie.
Ballard Branch Library Free Programs for Teens
Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to attend the next Teen Space program, which will visit Japan through sushi and more! Sunday Jan 18th 2 - 4 pm. The next First Friday Gaming happens Friday Feb6th from 3 - 5 pm. For more information check the library calendar at www.spl.org
Small & Simple Project Grants
The next Small and Simple Project Funding Opportunity from Seattle's Department of Neighborhoods is posted and available for applications! The Small and Simple Fund provides awards from $1,001 up to $25,000 to support community members in building community relationships around a project. Deadline is February 2, 2015. Please visit our website for more information regarding the fund or start your NMF Online application.
Free Positive Parenting Classes
Join Anita Garcia Morales for a free six week class for parents/caregivers who want to foster respectful and joyful relationships with children aged 5-12. Discuss effective
discipline, understanding your child's behavior, and creating an environment of mutual caring and respect. Classes are on Wednesdays, starting February 25th. Limited free childcare is available. Registration is required for class and childcare (call 206-694-6727).
One Day Glass Camps
Classes are offered Jan 19th, 30th Feb 16th, 17th (during SPS School Break Days). Marcia Wiley is a working glass artist (wileyware.com) who leads glass classes for kids in her fused glass Ballard studio.
As most kids hardly ever get to be around -let alone touch and play with glass - it's a great introduction to learn about and work with this incredible material! It's also a way for children to see a working glass studio and understand an artist's influences. Join us for a fun and educational day making a variety of sparkly and colorful glass pieces. We'll also go on a glass field trip. Ages 6-12 years. 9:30 am to 3 pm. Before/after care is available: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Terrific for siblings, friends and classmates. $97 per child, $179 for two siblings. Cost includes all materials, snacks and kiln time. Add before/after care for $10/hour.
To register or learn more, visit marciawiley.com or call 206/619-8613.
Spring Lacrosse for Boys
Magnolia United Lacrosse is recruiting 3rd through 7th grade boys for the Spring 2015 season. Practice starts the week of February 2nd; the season ends in May. All practices are in Ballard. No experience necessary and loaner equipment is available. Click here to register or contact Mary Scott Senan for more information.
North Seattle Baseball Registration Now Open
Get outdoors this spring and join our baseball community which serves boys/girls ages 4-18. Practices start in March, games go through the end of the school year and take place in NE Seattle Meadowbrook/Wedgewood area fields. Teams will be formed in late January/early February so sign up soon.
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