January
13 - 2-hour Early Release
14 - FOSB Meeting (7pm)
15 - WEP begins* (*snow/safety permitting)
18 - No School (MLK)
20 - Middle School Music Concert
22 - "Ask Admin" after Friday Sing
22 - Movie Night
25 - 28 My Fair Lady (7 pm)
27 - Daytime tour
29 - Multicultural Night (6:30 pm)
30 - FOSB Retreat
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 Stop by the lobby to see the salmon that our first and fifth grade classes are raising from eggs. The fry will be released into the imprint pond at Piper's Creek in April. |
 Come cheer on our varsity boys tomorrow vs. Orca. 11:30am @ Chief Sealth. Urgent Need for Girls JV Basketball Coach
Due to the overwhelming popularity of girls basketball, we need a JV coach for our team ASAP. Practices are once a week; games are on Saturdays. Focus is on beginning skills and comfort on the court. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Megan Ratcliffe. We can accommodate flexible schedules.
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K-5 Play rehearsals start next week. It's a
double bill with great roles for actors of all levels.
Please remember to drop off your payments. Questions? Contact Tara Kaine. |
Seattle Public Schools Admissions Fair
Join SPS at Mercer Middle School from 10am to 2pm on January 30th to learn about Option schools, how the choice lottery process works, general admission, highly capable programs, Kindergarten enrollment, and more.
Ballard HS Drama Wants 1-5th graders! Ballard High School is producing Children of Eden and wants 1st through 5th graders to be part of the show. Auditions are Friday, January 15, 2016. Check out the audition form, music, and informational sheet.
BHS Gymnastic Camp for K-5 Students
The Ballard HS Gymnastics Team is hosting an afternoon Kids Gymnastics Camp on Saturday, January 30th, from 1pm to 4pm. BHS coaches and gymnasts will be coaching the campers! You can register here.
Magnolia United Lacrosse2016 Registration is open for Spring lacrosse for Kindergarten - 4th graders. More information here.
Nathan Hale Future Family Information Nights
Information night on Tuesday, February 9th. Event starts at 6pm; last tour leaves Commons at 6:40. Presentation and Q&A in the Performing Arts center from 7-8:30pm.
Stone Soup Theatre Winter Programs
A new series of youth classes will begin on February 2nd. Winter Break Camps are also offered February 16th and 17th. For more information or to register click here.
Support Needed for Ballard Parklet
Spring 2015 Mighty-O was approved for a city Parklet. If you can help move the project forward with funding, supplies/materials, donated services, or volunteer labor, please email Megan Helmer.
Teen DBT Class
Fremont Psychotherapy offers a weekly Teen DBT Skills Group for youth ages 13-18.
Growing the Next Generation Register now for an informative seminar by Stephen Ritz on January 27th. Proceeds benefit Green Bronx Machine. Contact Sherry Jaqua with questions.
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We welcome submissions to our weekly Bulletin.
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We have great After School Programs for elementary and middle school students this winter.
Check out this link to see program offerings in music, art, science, sports, technology, and more! You can also sign up for two early dismissal programs (Jan 13th and Mar 23rd).
The following classes need more participants to meet the minimum group size:
- Advanced Spanish (Grades 1-4)
- Chess Club (K-8)
- Jumpin J's Jump Rope (Grades 1-8)
- Middle School Jazz Band (Grades 6-8)
Note that the dates for MS Jazz Band have been adjusted so class will begin once WEP ends.
New dates: Mar: 4, 11, 18, 25 Apr: 1, 8, 22, 29 (No Class: Apr 15)
Once you sign up using the sign up genius link, you can make your payment online or drop a check off in the Volunteer Coordinator office.
Interested in five free after school leadership workshops? Check out the Middle School News section below and email Kristina so we know to expect you.
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Homework Club Helpers
We need your help to revive "Panther Time" homework help sessions after school on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15-4:15. We need volunteer tutors and someone to take the lead on organizing snacks. Interested? Email Gail.  Vision Screening Helpers
Nurse Darci needs volunteers to help with vision screenings on Wednesdays in January and February. If you're willing to help, please sign up here. Bulletin Board EnthusiastsWe are working on the next round of bulletin boards to freshen up our hallways on all three floors. If you are willing to lend a hand cutting letters, recovering, or installing displays, please contact Kristina. Tour GuidesSchool tour season is upon us! Salmon Bay will offer daytime tours on January 27th and February 9th. Middle school tours at 9:30am; elementary tours at 10 am. If you are available to escort prospective parents around the building in small groups, please email Jodi (elementary tours) or Kristina (middle school tours). Disco Ball DonationDo you have a disco ball you're willing to donate to a groovy cause? Mr. G is looking for one.
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Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) News
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Survey - Last Call
We're wrapping up the FOSB survey. We want to hear from you. If you haven't taken it yet, please do so today.
FOSB Meeting Next Week
Our next meeting is Thursday, January 14th at 7pm. We'll be looking at lobby furniture options, hearing from our Auction Committee, making plans for Focus Day, and more!
Auction News
Save the date for the Salmon Bay Auction (Great Gatsby theme) on April 2nd. Information about how you can help us plan and procure is coming soon to a mailbox near you.
Multicultural Night
Come join us Friday, January 29th from 6:30 - 8pm.
It's potluck style, so please bring your favorite food to share. Students are encouraged to bring poems, costumes or share performances. We'll have a grand time! Interested in helping? Email Mai.
FOSB Retreat
Plan to join us for the FOSB Retreat on Saturday, January 30th starting at 10am. We're hoping to meet at the Ballard Library but are waiting on confirmation.
Focus Day 2016
On February 3, 2016, join parents from around the state to advocate for public education. Tell your legislators what you think about class sizes, school funding, and testing!
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Helmets Needed in PE 
Mr. G will be starting a roller skating unit with students on Monday. Students should plan to have helmets available at school for the next two weeks to ensure safety and reduce the spread of lice through shared helmets.
Red Zone Drop Off Procedures
Please help our students arrive at school safely by treating 18th Avenue as a one-way street during drop off and pick up. Vehicles should pull to the curb and allow students to exit on the curb side. It is not safe for students to dash across the street between cars. We've had a couple of close calls. Your patience and attention help keep all students safe! Thank you.
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 Winter Enrichment Program (WEP)
WEP starts next Friday! This program requires lots of volunteer support. Please check out our current list of volunteer needs and consider how you can help.
 Leadership Workshops
Lydia Simpson's series of five leadership workshops starts next Wednesdays, January 13th. This is a free opportunity for middle school students to learn leadership, event planning, and communication skills essential to solving problems and affecting change. To reserve you space, sign up in the Volunteer Coordinator office or email Kristina.
My Fair Lady
The Middle School production of My Fair Lady (with costumes/sets by our theatre tech clss) is coming soon! Join us at 7pm January 25-28th for a terrific free show.
Yearbook order forms are here. Reserve yours today.
Remember to submit your 8th grade photos and quotes (20 words or less with source credit) to Glyde this month.
High School Tours Local high school tours will begin soon. View scheduled tour information here, but also verify on individual school websites as information is often updated and additional tour dates may be added.
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