THE WEEKLY BARK
January 4, 2022

FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS, TEACHERS, STAFF, STUDENTS, AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS
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PTSA Board Meeting
1/17
No School: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/17-1/21
Washington State PTA Focus on Advocacy Week
1/26
End of First Semester
1/27
Make-Up Day: Day Between Semesters
Join the Washington State PTA for Focus on Advocacy Week, January 17-21, as we share the legislative platform with our legislators in Olympia. Subscribe to the WSPTA Action Network to receive action alerts and to share your opinion and your story with legislators.

Schedule for Engagement:
  • Monday, January 17 – Call to Action: Focus on dismantling racism
  • Tuesday, January 18 – Call to Action: Focus on equity
  • Wednesday, January 19 – Call to Action: Focus on mental health & wellness
  • Thursday, January 20 – Call to Action: Focus on preserving funding
  • Friday, January 21 – Call to Action: Focus on safety and emergency preparedness
PTSA NEWS
Madison PTSA Monthly Board Meeting
Current Madison PTSA members are invited to join us for the monthly Board meeting on Wednesday, January 5, at 6:30 pm, via Zoom.

Madison PTSA Grants
Madison PTSA was pleased to award two new staff grants at the December Board meeting:
  • Mike Kreiger (Social Studies): For a school-wide subscription to Flocabulary, "Hip-hop videos and instructional activities that promote literacy and spark creativity."
  • Stephanie Keiles (Math): To create and maintain a math video library on the Educreations website.

Congratulations to our grant recipients!

A second round of grant applications is now open. Staff are requested to submit the application by Friday, February 25.
8TH GRADE NEWS
Maritime High School Information Night
Maritime High School is a new small high school that opened in September 2021. The school connects students to project-based learning centered on the environment, marine science and maritime careers.

Join the information night webinar on Tuesday, January 11, 6:00-7:30 pm via Zoom.  
  • Understand the application process, what to expect, when to apply 
  • Meet students, staff, and parents of current students 
  • Learn about the curriculum 

Find the Information Night Zoom link on the Admissions page.

The application window for the 2022-23 school year is now open. Applications are open to incoming 9th- and 10th-grade students. Please complete applications by Monday, January 31 at 11:00 pm. 
Raisbeck Aviation High School Information Night
Wondering if Aviation is a good fit for your student? Check out our upcoming virtual information night! We will go over:
  • The application process, what to expect, how and when to apply.
  • Learn about RAHS's curriculum and how we prepare your student for college and career.
  • Virtually learn about extra-curricular activities such as Science Olympiad, Speech and Debate, Robotics, and Ultimate Frisbee to name just a few.

Tuesday, January 11, 6:00-7:30 pm.

The application window for the 2022-23 school year is now open. Applications are open to incoming 9th- and 10th-grade students. Please complete applications by Monday, January 31 at 11:00 pm. 

Learn more about Raisbeck Aviation High School on the Admissions page.
SPS NEWS
Advanced Learning Family Survey
The Advanced Learning family survey will be sent via email to all K-8 families on Wednesday, January 19. This is a tool used to gather information on students' strengths, needs, and cultural wealth in order to fully understand a student’s needs for Highly Capable services. The survey will ensure SPS stays committed to creating opportunities for all students, including those furthest from educational justice.  

The survey will close on Friday, February 25.

COMMUNITY NEWS
Support and Crisis Resources
If you or your student are concerned about your well-being or someone's immediate safety, here are some places to get help.

Please call 911 if you think someone will harm themselves or others.

Suicide Lifeline: The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.

Teen Line: Teen Line provides support, resources, and hope to youth through a hotline of professionally trained teen counselors and works to de-stigmatize and normalize mental health through outreach programs.
  • Text ‘TEEN’ to 839863

The Trevor Project: The Trevor Project is the world’s largest suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning) young people.

Trans Lifeline: Trans Lifeline is an organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis – for the trans community, by the trans community.
  • 877-565-8860

Teen Link: Teen volunteers are trained to listen to your concerns and talk with you about whatever is on your mind – bullying, drug and alcohol concerns, relationships, stress, depression, or any other issues you’re facing. No issue is too big or small! Calls and chats are confidential.
  • 866-427-4747 (Lines are open from 6-10 pm)

Safe Place: Safe Place is a provider of domestic violence and sexual assault/abuse services. The line is open 24 hours a day. Speak with an advocate to get help.
  • Text for Shelter: Text ‘SAFE’ to 4HELP
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