March
20 - Registration deadline for afterschool prgms
24 - Auction Decorating Party (6-8 pm)
25 - Two hour early dismissal for students
25 - Salmon Bay Bikes Meeting @ Olafs (7:30pm)
26 - 28 Jungle Book Performances
28 - Garden work party (10am - 2pm)
30 - PIE Presents: Jody Mcvittie (7 pm)
31 - Elementary picture day
*For more details on these events, check out the Events and Gatherings section of this newsletter. |
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Congratulations goes to the Salmon Bay Girls Varsity Basketball team who won the K8 championship last weekend. They beat Hazel Wolf by 3 and Catherine Blaine by over 20 to secure the first place win. Way to go Panthers!
Team: Coach Cody Bean; Sammy Smith; Stefanie Hale; Margaret Tookey; Rose Honeyman; Frances Kleinsmith; Zoey Dupont; Lucy Dickinson; Ayla Houtman
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You can get a sneak peak at Kim's class auction project in the front display case - it's an incredible, hand-painted ceramic dinnerware set. Thanks to the always fabulous Faye Baker for her work with students on this.
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Before & After School Programs |
Today is the last day to register for After School Programs. And by "last day" we mean that we will accept forms on Monday morning. But, then that's it because we need to let vendors know which programs are moving forward.
Registration packets and program details can be found on the after school programs website. |
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Spring Drama Classes
There are several drama class offerings this spring. Each class has an activity fee of $100.
- Mondays & Wednesdays: Playwriting Available to 4th/5th grade students
- Wednesdays: Theatre Tech Available to 4th - 8th grade students
- Thursdays: Monologue/Scene Study 6th-8th grade priority, then open to 4th/5th
For full details and registration paperwork, please visit the Drama Committee's website. |
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Enrollment is now open for the spring session of the "Jazzcats" jazz band, led by instrumental music teacher Mark Oesterle. This band is open to all 4th and 5th grade instrumental musicians. Practice is held on Friday afternoons from 3:30 - 4:30 pm, The spring session begins March 6th and runs until May 29th (no jazz on April 17th). Registration forms are vailable in the volunteer coordinator's office.
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There is an after school activity bus (funded by the Family and Education Levy) that departs from Salmon Bay at 5:15 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. The bus does not run on Wednesdays or Fridays. If you want your student to ride the activity bus, please pick up the required forms in the front office or email Kristina for an electronic copy.
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Keep This Land in Public Hands
Former substations could be sold to private developers unless we can save them for public use. Come and discuss ideas for saving these for future green spaces. There is an Informational Open House on March 22, 2015, 5-7 p.m. at Sunset Hill Community Association Clubhouse (3003 NW 66th Seattle 98117).
Free Dental Care
Bring your children (ages 1-18) to UW's Center for Pediatric Dentistry for an exam, floride aplication, teeth cleaning, sealants and more from 9am - 3pm on Wednesday, May 20th, 2015. Appointments are required. Call 206-543-5800. Reservations open March 23rd.
Tweens and Teens Identity Development
How do we learn about our various group identities like female, African American, Buddhist, homosexual, middle class, etc.? From whom do we learn the meaning of these terms? What messages have we internalized about ourselves and others? What are the differences that result in one person having a healthy self identity and another person experiencing own-group shame and hatred? Learn how we can co-author the identity development of youth to progress toward positive success for all at this free class geared for an adult audience. Tuesday, March 24, 2015, 6:30-8:30 PM at University Prep. Find out more HERE.
17th Annual Maritime Career Day
Come meet with representatives from more than 30 businesses, maritime organizations and training schools on Tuesday, May 5th from 9am - 5pm. It's free! To reserve your space or for further information, email info@seattlemaritime101.com.
Positive Parenting During the Teen Years
Join facilitator Anita Morales and other parents at FamilyWorks (1501 N 45th St) to learn about and discuss the challenges and gifts of raising a teen, working towards better understanding and communication, encouraging yourself and your teen, and building and maintaining trust. The class is free, but registration is required. Wednesdays April 22-May 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Please plan to attend all classes. To register call 206-694-6727.
April School Break/Summer Glass Adventure
Kids are fascinated by glass and seldom are they given the opportunity to work directly with it. Join local glass artist/teacher/mom Marcia Wiley in her north Ballard studio learning about the magic of glass. Make a variety of fused glass pieces with dichroic, copper and glow in the dark glass, go on a special field trip, and have fun climbing the best climbing tree in Ballard. Ages 6-11. Classes offered April 13-17, from 9:30 - 3. Pick one or more days. Before and aftercare available. $97 includes glass materials, field trip, kiln time and snacks. $179 for two siblings. Summer camps ($459) are July 20-24, Aug 10-14, Aug 17-21, Aug 24-28. Call Marcia at 206 619 8613 or register here.
Seattle Special Ed PTSA
This group is a Seattle School District PTSA whose purpose is to serve and advocate for all students with disabilities and their families. Meetings of the SPED PTSA are held monthly at JSCEE (John Stanford Center) in Room 2700 from 7:00-9:00pm. The next meeting will be Monday, March 23. We will be discussing the state of SPED within the District, the RC-CAP, how Open Enrollment went for our students, Smarter Balance tests, and more. Check out the website for more information.
Do You Have Game?
Roosevelt High School Girls Basketball Coaches and the returning Roughrider players invite girls entering 4th through 9th grade to join them at basketball camp this summer. Hoop camp runs Monday June 22 through Thursday June 25 from 9-3 each day. For more information click here or email the camp coordinator. |
We welcome submissions to our weekly Bulletin.
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A Note From Your Volunteer Coordinators |
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Snacks for Teachers on March 25th
March 25th is a professional development day and we'd like to provide our teachers with snacks and beverages to fuel their meetings and planning efforts. If you are willing to contribute, please email Kristina.
Bike to School Month Planning
Bike to School month (May) is just around the corner. The Salmon Bay Walk/Bike to School committee (SB Bikes) needs many enthusiastic volunteers to pull off another successful bike to school month. Join them on Wednesday, March 25th at 7:30 PM at Olafs on 24th Ave.NW. for some preliminary planning and brainstorming. They love fresh faces and ideas! |
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Picture Day is March 31st |
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Brush your hair and practice your smile because elementary class picture day is Tuesday, March 31st. There are no forms to fill out. Your enrichment fee covers your student getting a copy of the class photo. |
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If you are planning to donate but haven't done so yet, please drop your item(s) off in the Volunteer Coordinator offices as soon as possible.
On-Line Party Sign Ups
There are lots of great parties available at our auction this year, and you can buy them NOW! To check out the party offerings and sign up, click HERE.
Volunteers Needed
It takes lots of volunteers to make the auction successful. If you can help the day of the event, please consider signing up for one of our remaining volunteer slots using this link.
Decorating Help
Join us for a Decoration Making Party on Tuesday, March 24th from 6-8pm in the cafeteria. If you can't make it but still want to help, stop by the Volunteer Coordinator offices to pick up decoration tasks you can do on your own time.
Reserve Child Care Now
Coho has a limited number of childcare spaces available for the auction. $30 per child (cash only) covers you from 4:30 - 10:30pm. Children must be potty trained. Activities will include: playground time (weather permitting), crafts, gym games, pizza dinner, coho auction, movie (g-rated), and relaxing. Pajamas are encouraged! Call Coho to reserve your spot. 206.29.7764.
 Dessert Dash Donations Needed
Donate a dessert for the Salmon Bay Auction's Dessert Dash! It's an easy way to help us raise $$ for the school. We need 18 more volunteers. Please email Kelly to sign up.
Wine Donations
We are in the home stretch on wine, but we still need 10 more bottles for the wine grab. If you have a bottle of wine to contribute ($15+ value) please drop it off on the Cerise's front porch: 6508 17th Ave NW (one block from school).
Like us on Facebook
To hear the latest auction news, be sure to like us on Facebook.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
We are grateful for the financial support of our auction sponsors:
- Childish Things
- Greener Living Solutions
- Kara Rue Photography
- Law Offices of Dan N. Fiorito III
- Salmon Bay Community Lending
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Yearbook Photos Urgently Needed
Monday, March 23rd is the deadline for our middle school yearbook. We are especially in need of boys and girls basketball pictures, spring sports pictures, and WEP pictures from Space to Create and Tour of Seattle. If you have cool yearbook-worthy photos, especially of these activities, please get them to Glyde or Joel ASAP.
Jr. Thespians
Salmon Bay School is sending eight junior thespians to the WA State Junior Thespians Festival Individual Event competition on Saturday. This year the festival is in the performing arts center of Western Washington University, Bellingham. Please give Justine DeVour, Lydia Hayes, Alexander Silva, Margo Frazier, Lila Zeichner, Gwen Schulz, Delaney Lyden and Kai Gundlach your best wishes for a broken leg on Saturday. We hope they knock it out of the park!
Ingraham Cheerleading Tryouts
8th grade students interested in cheerleading at Ingraham next year should be aware that there are workshops and tryouts coming up soon. Please come to the main office for more information.
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Upcoming Legislative Town Halls
This Saturday, March 21st, is the Greater Seattle Education Town Hall at Nathan Hale, sponsored by Washington Education Association and to be attended by all of the previous weekends lawmakers as well as many more. See the event web page for details.
The FOSB Legislative Committee implores you to take advantage of this opportunity to express your opinion about education issues in the middle of this critical legislative session!
Next Meeting
Our next FOSB Board meeting is Thursday April 9th, 7-9 in the school library.
Interested in FOSB Leadership?
Consider the opportunities:
- Treasurer (must have elementary kids)
- Secretary
- Co-Chair (must have middle school kids)
- Director
Job Descriptions can be found here. FOSB has tasked a Board Development Committee to work on board composition and this committee is studying the finer details around roles and job descriptions.
Thinking about joining the FOSB Board as a director? Our bylaws say that a Director is a trustee of FOSB. Along with other Directors and Officers, each Director is responsible for oversight of all FOSB activities, especially those involving the organization's governance and finances. So, Directors are working members of the FOSB board of directors who attend most, but preferably all, FOSB meetings throughout the school year, including the annual retreat. Generally, FOSB meetings are on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 7:00-9:00 pm.
- Directors stay apprised of issues and discussions before the board, providing consistency that allows them to participate and contribute more fully.
- Directors share voting privileges with the officers when consensus has not been reached by the FOSB membership and board.
If you are interested in joining FOSB leadership in these capacities, please email secretary Mary Ullrich anytime before April 9th. We look forward to working with you!
Minutes
FOSB's March meeting minutes are available HERE. |
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Jungle Book on the Salmon Bay Stage
You are Invited to "The Jungle Book," March 26-28th. This production is appropriate for all ages. Performances are Thursday, March 26 and Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 28 at 2:00 p.m. on the Salmon Bay stage. Admission is free. Those who would like to support after school drama at Salmon Bay will have the opportunity to make a donation at the show. Doors open for seating 30 minutes prior to show time. Plan to arrive early, grab a treat from the concessions table, and travel with us on a magical journey. We hope to see you there!
Garden Work Party
There is more work to be done in the garden and we need your help to do it. Please join us for a garden work party from 10am - 2pm on Saturday, March 28th. Or, to help out on your own schedule, email Laura for a list of jobs that need doing.
PIE Presents: Jody McVittie
Join us on March 30, from 7-9 pm, for a talk on Fostering Resilience & Courage in our Children. Resilience is the ability to recover from challenging situations or to solve difficult problems. Free childcare is provided at COHO. To reserve childcare space, or for questions about this presentation, please contact Darcy. |
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