January
18 - No School (MLK)
20 - Middle School Music Concert
20 - PTA education and advocacy event (7pm)
22 - "Ask Admin" after Friday Sing
22 - Movie Night (dinner @6pm, show @7pm)
25 - 28 My Fair Lady (7 pm)
27 - Daytime tours
29 - Multicultural Night (6:30 pm)
30 - FOSB Retreat
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 There were lots of skis and snowboards outside Salmon Bay this morning and lots of chaperones inside. Thanks to all who played a role in getting our 300+ students off to seven different programs.  |
Varsity boys vs. Blaine 11am @ Nathan Hale
Varsity girls vs. Blaine 1:00 pm @ Nathan Hale
JV girls vs. Blaine 11:30 am @ Jane Addams MS
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Join us Friday, January 22nd for dinner & amovie.
Dinner at 6pm
Show at 7pm
Our feature film this month is A Sloth Named Velcro. In the jungles of Panama, a journalist has a chance encounter with an orphaned sloth. This is a story of remarkable friendship and a network of people working to learn more about sloths in order to protect them.
Bring blankets, snacks, and something with Velcro.
Bring popcorn to pop in our popper. To RSVP for pizza or hot dog dinner, use sign up sheet in the volunteer coordinator's office.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Eckstein Band Rummage Sale
Saturday, April 2nd, from 9 am-3 pm.Donations of household items can be brought on April 1st to the Eckstein cafeteria between 1:30 and 4 pm. Monies raised go to the Eckstein music program.
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Thank you to the more than three dozen chaperones and drivers who stepped up to help with WEP.
Special thanks to Nurse Darci who worked tirelessly to get all the medical paperwork and supplies ready for the entire middle school.
Much gratitude and appreciation for the energetic efforts and leadership of auction co-chairs Diana Breaux and Erica Topel.
Kudos to Monica Porter for putting together an outstanding winter lineup of after school programs.
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The following classes need more participants to meet the minimum group size:
- Chess Club (K-8)
- Jumpin J's Jump Rope (Grades 1-8)
- Middle School Jazz Band (Grades 6-8)
- Middle School Art (Grades 5-8)
There is still room in: 
- Mad Science
- Advanced Spanish
- Elementary Marimba
- Elementary Art
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. Payments are due before the first day of class.
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Homework Club Helpers
Willing to help with "Panther Time" on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays from 3:15-4:15? We need tutors and a snack organizer. Please email Gail. Tour GuidesSalmon 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.
Counseling Books Jenny Brooks, Elementary Counselor, is looking for books to add to our counseling library for use in classrooms, with small groups, and individual students. Check out the specific titles on this Amazon wish list. Vision Screening Helpers Willing to help with vision screenings on Wednesdays? Please sign up here. |
Friends of Salmon Bay (FOSB) News
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 Multicultural Night
Join us Friday, January 29th from 6:30-8pm for a potluck. Bring your favorite food to share. Students are encouraged to bring poems, costumes or share performances. I nterested in helping? Email Mai.
FOSB Retreat
Plan to join us for the FOSB Retreat on Saturday, January 30th from 10am-3pm at the Broadview Library. We will review FOSB survey results, work on goals, and plan for the year ahead.
Legislative News
- PTA evening of education advocacy on January 20th, from 7-8:30pm in the Whitman MS auditorium. Featured speaker will talk about school funding at state and local level.
- Focus Day: 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! See FOSB's website for more info.
- Seattle BTA IV levy information
- Childcare at risk article
Auction News 
Save the date for the Salmon Bay Auction (Great Gatsby theme) on April 2nd. We already have some great items - tickets to Disneyland, private tours and tastings at local distilleries, fancy date night dinners, and more! Information about how you can help us plan and procure is coming soon.
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Helmets Needed in PE 
Elementary students will continue roller skating next week. Students should bring helmets to school to ensure safety and reduce the spread of lice.
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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Lydia Simpson's leadership workshops are underway. The group is focusing on how to to charter, lead, and manage student-led clubs. It's not too late to join. Email Kristina and join us on Wednesdays from 3:15-4:15 in Room 205.
My Fair Lady
The Middle School production of My Fair Lady is coming soon! Join us at 7pm January 25-28th for a terrific free show. Reserve up to five seats for the show of your choice here. School matinee February 2nd at 1:30pm. Questions? Contact Glyde.
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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