January
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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 Many classrooms have spent time talking about Martin Luther King Jr. and social justice issues this month. Gabrielle's kindergarten students have written letters (pictured above) which are posted outside of their classroom. During the next several weeks our elementary classrooms will also take turns leading peace and justice themed songs and skits during Friday Sing.  On Wednesday, our middle school students participated in the Choral & Instrumental Music Winter Concert. Congratulations to Mark, our Music Director, and all of the students who performed! You can also see these talented students at the following upcoming events:
- February 8th, Sr. Band, Pacific NW Band Festival, Meany Hall (daytime field trip)
- February 24th, Jr./Sr. Band, NW Region Bands Concert, Ballard HS, 7 pm
- March 25th, Sr. Band, Elliot Bay Region MS Band Festival (daytime field trip)
- April 6th, Choir, NW Regional Choral Showcase, Ballard HS, 7 pm
- May 25th, Choir, Jr./Sr. Bands, & Marimbas Salmon Bay Spring Concert, 7 pm
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Varsity boys vs. TOPS 1:00pm @ Nathan Hale
Varsity girls vs. TOPS 1:00 pm @ Nathan Hale
JV girls vs. Broadview 2:30 am @ Jane Addams MS JV Boys vs. Broadview 11:30 am @ Jane Addams MS
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Join us tonight at 7 pm for a family movie.
Come at 6:00 pm for dinner or closer to 7:00 for the show. We'll meet in the auditorium. Please bring popcorn to pop in our popper, snacks and blankets or low chairs so you'll be comfy.
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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.
Free Positive Parenting Class Five week class offered on Wed. evenings Feb. 24 - March 23rd, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at FamilyWorks. Free Childcare. Registration required. 206-694-6727.
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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We welcome submissions to our weekly Bulletin.
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 Thank you to those who attended last night's envelop stuffing party for the auction. Be looking for a procurement letter in your mailbox next week!
Special thanks to Stephanie Zavadil, Kim Flin and Tamis Nordling for agreeing to help with our Ballard Market receipts. Keep those receipts coming y'all - they raise thousands of dollars for Salmon Bay each year.
Kudos to all the volunteers who have been helping Nurse Darci with vision screenings.
Thank you to the parents who donated books from Jenny's wish list to our counseling library. She's thrilled to have new materials to share with students.
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Last call to sign up for these exciting after school classes! There is still room in:
- Mad Science
- Advanced Spanish
- Elementary Marimba
- Elementary Art
- Middle School Jazz Band (Grades 6-8)
- Middle School Art (Grades 5-8)
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. Most classes begin next week. Payments are due before the first day of class.
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WEP Volunteers
We still need chaperones and drivers for some of our activities. Please check out our sign-up list and see how you can help. 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). Truck (and driver) Needed We need someone with a truck to pick up student furniture projects in the Central District in late February/early March and transport them back to school.
Vision Screening Helpers Willing to help with vision screenings on Wednesdays? Please sign up here.Homework Club Helpers We desperately need tutors and a snack coordinator for "Panther Time/Homework Club" on Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays from 3:15-4:15. Please email Gail if you are willing to help.
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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. See below for more info.
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.
Salmon Bay Auction is April 2nd
You will be receiving a procurement letter in mail next week. Please consider how you can use your time, talents, and connections to benefit Salmon Bay. If you own a business, consider becoming an event sponsor. Sponsorships come with two free tickets, so you can RSVP and advertise at the same time. Simple! Right now, we're looking for leads on the following items:
- Husky tickets (ideally for four)
- Golf lessons/green fees
- Designated drivers with largish vehicles
Local businesses have been donating great items for you to bid on: we have boats and brews and birthday parties. You're bound to find something you can't live without.
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We have 7 reasons that you should join us at the FOSB Retreat on Saturday, January 30th, 10 am - 3 pm, at the Broadview Public Library.
1. You - We are stronger when there are more voices and new voices at the table. Everyone is invited!
2. Door Prizes - Prizes for new attendees, bringing friends, and maybe for the person who wears the most Salmon Bay swag.
3. Staff - Our educators attend the retreat too! It's always interesting and helpful to hear from them.
4. Agenda - We'll be sharing the survey results (we heard from over 260 of you!), discussing fundraising priorities and making plans for the remainder of the year.
5. Friends - Meet fellow community members, make new connections and socialize.
6. Chores - Skip your usual Saturday errands and chores while supporting our school.
7. Food - It's a potluck. Bring something to share, try a new dish and sample Jen's famous gluten-free brownies.
Thank you for being part of this incredible community. We hope to see you next Saturday!
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 Enrichment Payments Past Due
Teachers are planning spring field trips and camp. Finalizing enrichment payments helps with our budgeting. If you have not yet paid your enrichment fees, set up a payment plan or requested a scholarship, please do so this week. Online payment options and information can be found here.
Wet Weather Wear
Our goal is to send students outside for recess whenever possible. During rainy days, please send your child to school with a raincoat and boots. Missing a coat or boots? Check the lost and found located on the first floor in the band hallway.
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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.
Yearbook Photos & Orders
We are collecting 8th grade photos for the yearbook. Students can include a baby photo but must ALSO include a recent photo. Photos (.jpg or .png files) can be sent to Glyde or submitted on a flash drive. Yearbooks may also be purchased this month. Forms and payment should be returned to Glyde, room 306. Checks payable to Salmon Bay ASB. $22 full price: $15 reduced lunch.
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.
Teacher Wishes
Derek, middle school language arts, is wishing for a pair of non-buzzing speakers to plug into his classroom laptop.
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