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June
8-10: 4th grade camp
10: 5th Grade Promotion, 7 pm
11: 8th Grade Mini-Ceremony (8:45am)
11: FOSB Meeting, 7 pm
12: Elementary Field Day (morning)
12: PE Talent Show (afternoon)
12-13: Fairy Tale Theatre, 7 pm
15: 8th Grade Promotion at Ingraham, 7pm
16: Middle School Panther Day
16: 1 hour early release, Last Day of School
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The hallways are filled with the sounds of students enjoying the last days of school, camp trips, band concerts and student performances in the talent show. The lost and found is filled with jackets that have been discarded now that the sun is shining. Please stop by and claim any lost items before Thursday, June 11th.  |
On Tuesday, I had the pleasure of working with Augusta Castrodale, Librarian-for-the-Day! Augusta helped me with all sorts of library tasks in the morning, but we both agree that the best part of a school librarian's day happens when classes come to the library. We get to share stories, and help them find just the right book. What could be better?
The 4th grade students from Marian's class had the added bonus of being able to talk with Augusta about what 5th grade is REALLY all about. I can say with certainty that they're all very excited about their cohort's turn with Making History!
This was my first experience with having a Librarian-for-the-Day, and I'm looking forward to having two more librarians next week!
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This year's varsity soccer team is a strong and talented group of boys. They ended the varsity regular season undefeated. They are really fun to watch and this weekend will be the last one you'll have to see them in action.
Varsity Playoffs @ Nathan Hale
Saturday, June 6th
First game at 11am
Championship game at 3:30pm
Go Panthers!
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Cooped Up in Seattle 4-H Poultry Show
Watch Salmon Bay youth make presentations and show their poultry this Sunday, June 7th from 10am-Noon. Seattle Tilth Children's Garden. Don't miss the chickens and rabbits on the petting table!
Join Mary K. at Middle East Peace Camp
Children ages 5 and up are invited to attend.
July 27-31, 9:30-3:30 (after-camp care available) More details available here.
This camp was established in 2002 and is a place where friendships develop between children and families who want peace in the world. The focus is a cultural connection between the Arab and Jewish communities, however non-Jewish/Arab folks, such as myself, are welcome. I have watched children grow up together in this community and become great friends. This year's theme is "Music". Your child will know some of the songs we'll sing because I've been a song leader at camp for more than 10 years. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Cheers,
Mary K.
Summer Glass Adventure Camp
Register now to join local glass artist Marcia Wiley in her Ballard studio to learn about the magic of glass. Make fused glass pieces with dichroic, copper and glow-in-the-dark glass, go on special field trips, and meet Maggie the Magnolia. Ages 5-12. July 20-24, Aug 10-14, Aug 17-21, Aug 24-28. 9:30 - 3. Before and after care available.
Volunteer with Pacific Science Center.
Teen Science Cafe is currently accepting applications for high schooled aged teens (14+) to join the advisory board as Science Ambassadors. Applications are due July 1st. Find out more about Teen Science Café here.
Free Youth Football Skills Camp
Brave Pride Junior Football invites youth (ages 6-14) in grades K-7th to attend camp Sunday, June 7th from 3pm-5pm at Ingraham High School Football Field (1819 N 135th St, Seattle, WA 98133).
Players should wear comfortable shoes or cleats, shorts or sweats. All players receive tee shirt for participation in camp. Please email us to RSVP
Lake City Junior Football Registration
Anyone interested in playing football for the Lake City Braves can register here. Financial assistance is available to eligible families.
SPL Library Card Benefits
Did you know that your Seattle Public Library card can get you free admission to museums? It can! Details here.
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We welcome submissions to our weekly Bulletin.
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Ballard Market ReceiptsHave you been meaning to drop of a pile of receipts? Now is the time! We'd like to submit one more batch at the end of the year. Remember to save your receipts all summer to submit in the fall. 
Field Day Helpers Still Needed
We still need volunteers to help with elementary Field Day on June 12th. We also need more water balloons. If you're willing to fill balloons, we will pick them up and deliver them to the school. To volunteer, email Jodi.
Pay It ForwardWe are looking for 3rd and 4th grade families to help staff the cake and punch tables at 5th grade promotion so that 5th grade families can focus on celebrating their students. To volunteer, email Jodi. Spirit GearDoes your Salmon Bay shirt/sweatshirt fit? If not, next week is a good time to refresh your spirit gear wardrobe so you'll be all set for next Friday's Panther Day and for representing Salmon Bay on your summer travels. Stop by the Volunteer Coordinator office to make your purchase.
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You are invited to celebrate with Carita & Dorothy in recognition of their many years of service to the Salmon Bay community.
Sunday, June 14th, from 3-6 p.m.
Magnuson Park
near the swimming beach and wading pool
In addition, we are collecting wishes and memories to share with them. Dorothy and Carita have been teaching students in our community for 18 years and 15 years, respectively. During that time, they have made a difference in the lives of many students. If you would like to share a memory or send them a wish, please stop by the volunteer coordinator's office to write or drop off a note. We'll be collecting these notes and filling jars with wishes and memories to be presented to Dorothy and Carita on June 12th. You can also email a message to Jodi. |
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If you have medications in the school nurse's office, 
please take it home.
If you wish to have medicine available next year (15/16), a new Authorization for Medications to be Taken at School form must be completed this summer and delivered to nurse before the first day of school.
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Next week is our last full week of school and we're celebrating our spirit!
Monday: Sci-Fi Day
Tuesday: Hawaiian/Tropical Day
Wednesday: Crazy Hair Day
Thursday: Fantasy/Superhero Day
Friday: Panther Day (spirit gear or red/black/white)
Please remember, the school dress code and rules still apply. Show your spirit without masks and make sure your spirit wear will not be a distraction to learning.
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Fusion Gone, But Source Still Here
On June 1st, Seattle Public Schools changed to a new website provider. As part of that transition, Fusion pages are gone. However, The Source is still alive and well. It's a great place for you to check in on assignments and grades and make sure your student finishes strong!
For Incoming BHS Music Students
There is a brief, informational meeting on Wednesday June 10th(7pm) in the BHS Music Room(across from the gym) for all incoming freshmen that will be involved in the music program. Meet the teachers, learn about the program, hear from current students, and meet other 8th graders that will be in class with you next fall!
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 Help raise money for Nepal earthquake relief and prepare your family at the same time! Parents from Amy's kindergarten and Salmon Bay's middle school have partnered on this effort to raise funds for Doctors without Borders Nepal Earthquake Relief by selling earthquake preparedness kits. There are kits for families, individuals, and even the family pet. Use this page to place your order with code SalmonBay and have kits shipped directly to your home (or anywhere). Contact Melissa or Anne with questions. |
Next MeetingJoin us June 11th for our last FOSB meeting of the year! 7-9pm in the auditorium Coho childcare will be provided. $5 suggested donation per child. Please email Jen to reserve a spot. Agenda School news and updates ( Neil Gerrans) Fundraising wrap up/goals for next year (Michele Bacon), Summary of FOSB retreat (Jennifer Phiefer) A summary of our retreat brainstorming notes and small group discussion for FOSB intentions and planning can be found here. Policy/procedure votes on director roles, board assessment, and board training. (Meg McNulty, Audra Gallegos, John Barnhardt) Planning and calendaring tasks and events for 2015/16 (Jennifer Phiefer and Jodi Russell)
Elections
The current FOSB board will be voting during a special open session at the end of the June 11th FOSB meeting to fill the following vacant positions:
- Co-chair (with MS kids)
- Treasurer (with ES kids)
- Secretary
We have three candidates. To read the full text of their candidate statements, click here. Excerpts are provided below:
Danielle Steele (Co-chair):
... I feel strongly about helping solidify our school and making FOSB a place where we work together to build, strengthen and support our entire community ...
Michele Bacon (Treasurer):
... I have experience budgeting in large and small organizations, including years as a small-business owner. I am a good problem solver with an excellent attention to detail, and I feel confident building consensus ...
Jeannie Cziesla (Secretary):
... I've served as BLT parent rep for the last two years; volunteering in the classroom for the past 7 years; teaching yoga and mindfulness in classrooms for the past 3 years; and organizing and facilitating a WEP program (rowing) in 2015 ...
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