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Upcoming Events
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Whittier Staff Appreciation Week!
Whittier's Staff Appreciation week is May 1- 5. This year we are showering staff with thanks for their role in helping our students
BLOOM and grow.
Monday -
Breakfast. Help get our staff's week started out right by
signing up to bring a breakfast item.
Tuesday -
Letters of Thanks. Take a moment to tell a teacher, someone in the front office, or our awesome janitorial staff "thank you" for all that they do, using
this letter of thanks template.
Wednesday -
O
ne Treat or Snack. Sign up here to bring a treat or snack a
nd leave it in the staff lounge. Staff can have tasty treats during the day or take some home.
Thursday -
Office Supplies. Time to restock classroom supplies to help our teachers and staff get through the rest of the school year. Staff wish lists are
here.
Friday -
Mexican Fiesta Lunch. It's Cinco de Mayo! Help Whittier Staff celebrate by bringing something delicious to eat. Sign up
here! Olé!
Last Chance to Order Yearbooks!
Yearbook orders have been extended to April 21st for online ordering only! Order online
here.
S
pring Fling Tickets on Sale NOW!
Get your tickets to Whittier PTA's inaugural Spri
ng
F
ling, Ma
y 6 from 7:00pm-11:00
pm at the Ballard Elks Lodge!
- Enjoy an evening dancing to the beats of our very own DJ Ms. Steph while grazing on appetizers and desserts;
- catch up with old friends and make some new ones at the cash-only bar;
- peruse (and bid heavily!) on fabulous themed-buckets provided by each classroom; and
- sign up for Whittier parent-hosted parties.
Tickets are $30 per person and $50 per couple. Click
here
to buy tickets. You can pay with credit card, cash, or checks made out to Whittier PTA. Cash and checks must be dropped off to the "Spring Fling" folder in the front office. There are only 220 tickets available so get yours today!
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PTA Information
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2018 Auction Team Meeting, April 27, 10am
Please join us on Thursday, April 27th at 10:00am at The Dane (80th and 15th Ave) to learn how you can join the 2018 Auction Team. If you missed our last meeting, this is a great way to find out how your skills can match one of the many exciting positions we have available.
If you have any questions, please
email us
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Fall Carnival Kick-Off, April 27, 7pm
The Fall Carnival Kickoff meeting has moved to April 27, 7:00pm at Tarasco's
(1452 NW 70th Street).
Team members are still needed to lead the haunted house, coordinate volunteers, order games and prizes, manage ticket sales, and more.
A team needs to be formed by May 15 to help run the 2017 event, or the event will be cancelled.
Bring a friend, we hope to see you there! And if you can't make the 27th but want to join, please
email
and we'll help you find the right fit.
Thanks! Ann Ilgen and Karen Gustafson, PTA Events
Mark Your Calendars: Final Community Mtg. May 24
The final PTA Community Meeting of the year will be held on Wednesday, May 24. We will finalize the 2017-18 PTA budget. A full agenda will be posted in mid-May.
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School News
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Spring After-School Recreation with Mr. Pule (8 classes)
This is a 1-hour extension of Whittier's physical education program offered once a week. The program builds on the variety of PE activities at Whittier and will include individual skills building, small and large group activities, and more. We may include skating, scooters, bowling, circus arts and other interests over the 8 classes.
- Kindergarten - 2nd grade: Tuesdays starting April 18
2nd grade - 5th grade: Thursdays starting April 20
- Cost: $30
- Payment: Please attach a check, payable to Whittier Elementary School, to your student's completed registration form. Registration forms can be downloaded here (K-2nd or 2nd-5th), are available outside the gym, and on the PE Schoology page.
- Snacks: Snacks are not provided. Please send a small non-messy snack with your student to enjoy before each after-school recreation class. Participants may relax and snack in the gym from 2:05pm - 2:20 pm.
- PICK-UP: Class ends at 3:20pm. Please pick up your child on time at the Whittier gym.
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Volunteer Information
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Open 2017 Volunteer Positions
Team up with a friend and contribute your own flavor to the Whittier community. Volunteers are needed ASAP to fill the following school and/or PTA positions:
- Lunchroom and recess volunteers, regular or once in a while; sign up online
- 2017 Fall Carnival Co-Chair(s) / Team
- 2017-18 Movie Nights Co-Chair(s), shadow in 2016-17
Required Volunteer Paperwork
To volunteer at Whittier during the 2016-2017 school year, you will need to complete the necessary paperwork. Printed volunteer packets are available in the office, or you can find the information and documents you need
here.
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District News
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23 Seattle Schools (including Whittier!) Receive
2016
Washington Achievement Awards
Whittier Elementary is one 23 Seattle schools recognized by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) for a 2016 Washington Achievement Award.
The Washington Achievement Award is based on statewide assessment data for the three previous years. The hard-earned award acknowledge progress in the areas of English language arts (ELA), math, closing the achievement gap between subgroup of students, and overall academic success.
The full list of winning Seattle schools can be found
here
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Annual Family Survey Coming This Week
The annual Seattle Public School Family Survey
is scheduled to be distributed the week of April
17. Please ensure that your contact information is
up to date with the front office.
School Choice Assignment
Open Enrollment for School Choice for the 2017-18 school year was February 13 to February 24, 2017. School choice applications will be accepted until May 31, but will not receive priority tiebreakers.
The results of Open Enrollment will be available online April 17 and sent out by mail to students granted new assignment in late April.
Summer Learning Opportunities
Seattle Public Schools offers several summer learning opportunities to help students engage in ongoing learning, enrichment, and skill building. To learn more about the opportunities available to elementary school students, click
here.
Taking Applications for Seattle
Preschool Program
Apply by April 25 to maximize your child's chances of being enrolled in the
Seattle Preschool Program. The Seattle Preschool Program is a partnership between
SPS
and the City of Seattle to provide preschool for
Seattle families. Applications received after April 25
will be considered in the second round of application review. See how to apply and other information on the SPS
preschool page
.
'First Student' Looking for Drivers
First Student
, the district's contracted school bus provider, is looking for more drivers to support the district's growing needs.
Here
is more
information if you think First Student could be the right fit for you.
Ivar's and Kidd Valley Looking for Inspiring Teachers
Ivar's and Kidd Valley Restaurants are looking for your help to find some of Washington State's most inspiring teachers in their 14th
annual Teacher of the Year Contest.
If you
know of a great, inspirational teacher, fill out an official entry form at any Puget Sound-area Ivar's or Kidd Valley
restaurant or online (
Ivars
or
Kidd Valley
)
.
Nominations will be accepted
through May 19; winners will be announced in late May or early June.
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Community News & Information
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Whitman Middle School Music Performance & Fundraiser
Friends of Whitman Music invites the community to a day of free performances and fundraising for the Whitman Middle School Music Program at the Northgate Barnes and Noble on April 30th from noon to 3:30pm. During the performances, there will be a table with books from the Whitman Wildcat Reads list to purchase and donate to the Whitman library.
Friends and family can support the music program by making purchases in-store (April 28th to May 2nd) or online at bn.com/bookfairs (April 30th to May 7th). Be sure to use the Whitman ID# 12072518.
Whitman Music receives a portion of all sales, including books, food and beverages from the Cafe, gift items, electronics, music - in store and online.
Whittier Kids Summer Camps - Register Online Now
Students entering Kindergarten - 5th Grade are invited to join us for a summer full of engaging weekly themes, activities and field trips! Learn new skills, explore new friendships and provide your child a chance to grow and learn in a safe, fun environment.
Ballard Youth Soccer Club Offers New Summer League
Ballard Youth Soccer Club is excited to offer a new 7-week summer league, July 10-August 30! The Ballard Youth Soccer Club - Summer
Development League is a daytime summer coed league for boys and girls 8-12 years old (birth years 2009-2004).
There are 2 practices
(M/W or Tu/Th) and one game (Fridays) each week between 8:30am and 1:00pm at Lower Soundview Park (1590 NW 90th St). Registration is
open now through April 25th; the cost is $220 (scholarships available).
Learn more and register here.
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Lunch Menu
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View the April lunch menu
here
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Calendar
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Staff Luncheon, Hosted by Kindergarten Families
Thurs., Apr. 27
Auction Team Meeting
10:00am, The Dane
8000 15th Ave NW
Fall Carnival Kick-Off Meeting
7:00pm, Tarasco's
1542 NW 70th St.
Mon., May 1 - Fri., May 5
Staff Appreciation Week
Sat., May 6
Spring Fling
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Ballard Elks Lodge
6411 Seaview Ave NW
Weds., May 10
2-hr Early Dismissal
Mon., May 22
BLT Meeting
2:25pm, Library
Weds., May 24
PTA Community Meeting
7:00pm, Library
Mon., May 29
NO SCHOOL
Memorial Day
PCP Schedule
Weds., April 19 - Thur., April 20
A
= PE B = Art, C = Perf Art
Fri., April 20 - Mon., April 24
A = Perf Art B = PE C = Art
Tues., April 21
A = Art B = Perf Art C = PE
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