Support the BHS PTSA Fundraising Gala |
Small donations add up and giving a dessert or special beverage to the event is a simple way to help us reach our fundraising goal.
Sign up to donate a Dessert Dash treat. Some ideas for desserts:
- Join with another family to purchase an extra special dessert from one of many fabulous local bakeries.
- Combine small or bite-size desserts from several places to create a tasting platter.
- Choose one dozen cupcakes from Cupcake Royale -- easy!
- Order something fun online and have it delivered to you just in time for the big night.
- Are you a baker? Whip up an amazing treat in your kitchen.
Are sweets not your thing? We also need donations of bottles of wine ($25+ value) for the wine grab. Not a wine connoisseur? We will gladly accept spirits, cider and beer whether donated alone or within a basket of paired goodies. Email ballardprocurement@gmail.com for a drop off address or to schedule pick up. Thank you for continuing to donate items, buy tickets and support our Ballard Beavers! [MORE INFO]
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Assessments & Testing At Ballard HS |
Attn: All BHS Sophomores | SBA English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment
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All Sophomores will be taking the Smarter Balanced Assessments (SBA) in English Language Arts (ELA) in their Language Arts classes March 13-17.
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Students must have an SPS-issued laptop. Students without a SPS-issued laptop must check one out from Mr. Robert Westervelt in North 110 during office hours (before school and during lunch Monday, March 6 or Wednesday, March 8 or Friday, March 10. In addition, after school on Wednesday, March 8.)
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School Board Student Members |
Applications for the 2023-24 Seattle School Board student member positions will be open soon. Students entering their Junior or Senior year are eligible to apply for a one-year term that will begin August 2023 and conclude at the end of the 2023-24 school year. [LEARN MORE]
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Rowland Studios Student ID Photos |
Rowland Studios will be back on Tuesday, March 14 during lunch in the Activity Center if you have not yet had your photo taken and still need a Student ID. [MORE INFO]
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Adoptee Pizza & Bubble Tea Meetup |
If you were adopted and like pizza and bubble tea, come to the school year's second Adoptee Meetup from 3:50-5 p.m. on Friday, March 31 in the Counseling Conference Room.
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Not Too Late to Join a Student Club! |
Clubs are a great way to get involved. Ballard HS has more than 75 clubs available for students this year! Find a club that matches your interests and get involved. If you can’t find a club that fits your interests, start your own club!
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Pick up Your Free Senior T-Shirt! |
Class of 2023 T-Shirts Have Arrived! Seniors, come to the Commons at lunch Monday, March 6, or Wednesday, March 8, to pick up your FREE Senior T-Shirt.
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BHS Foundation Golden Beavers Scholarships
Applications Due March 10
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Ballard High School Foundation Golden Beavers Scholarships applications are available in the Counseling Center or can be downloaded below. Due date is March 10. Applications can be dropped off in the BHS Counseling Center.
The Ballard High School Foundation Golden Beavers Scholarships are one-time grants awarded to students pursuing further academic or trade education. Awards can range from $500 to $5,000. Please include in your application: your resume, including school and community activities, work experience, special interests, talents, hobbies, honors and awards. Those selected will be notified by email and asked to participate in a 10-minute interview with the Committee on April 4 or 5. Please email Carol Bristol (chbristol@seattleschools.org) in the Counseling Center if you have questions at all. [APPLICATION]
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The Sub Pop Loser Scholarship is back again! Artsy Seniors who may not have access to as many academic scholarships are invited to submit a one-page essay for a chance to win one of three $6000 scholarships. Deadline March 21.
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Ballard's Sons of Norway Leif Erikson Lodge is offering a $1,000 Youth Leadership Scholarship to students interested in higher learning or trade school. Deadline March 31.
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Service Learning Spotlight
Salmon Data Analysis Needed
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Who: Students with an interest in data manipulation and analysis
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Skills Needed: Analyzing and organizing raw and statistical data, creating charts, Excel spreadsheets, tables, graphs etc. using provided information. Interested working with data and crunching numbers.
- The goal is to create data analysis with results ready to be presented by the end of June 2023.
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Where: Analysis of the salmon data could be done at home, library etc. [FULL DETAILS]
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BHS Service Learning Option
Rejuvenate Classroom Safety Buckets
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Rejuvenate safety bucket for each classroom, office and/or workspace after school Mondays through Thursdays. Contact Ms. Kim Nickerson in the Registrar Office to set a schedule that works for you or email kdnickerson@seattleschools.org. [ MORE INFO] |
Important Updates from the Counseling Center |
Seniors: Mid-year transcripts have been uploaded to the Common App.
Students: Semester 1 grades are now posted to the Source. ( Quarter 2 available under "Semester 1.")
Running Start Info Sessions: Counselors are offering Running Start info sessions on Thursdays, March 9, 16 and 23, during the first half of lunch (11:50 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.) for 10-11th graders interested in learning more about the Program. Students only need to attend one session.
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Students can sign up for college visits at the Counseling Center online through Naviance. Full details here. |
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Seattle Pacific University | 8:50 a.m. Thursday, March 9
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DigiPen Institute of Technology | 9:50 a.m. Friday, March 10
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University of Oregon | 10:50 a.m. Friday, March 10
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University of Utah | 8:50 a.m. Friday, March 17
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Savannah College of Art & Design | 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 21
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Students, take a deep dive into a job or internship! Here are new listings on the Counseling Center's Job & Internship Board! |
Seattle Children's Nurse Camp |
This year’s camp will be held from July 17-21. Visit the webpage for more information. Applications due 5 p.m. April 7.
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Celebrating Women's History Month |
Spring Musical Opens March 16 |
Get your tickets now, as Opening Night is less than two weeks away for the BHS Playmakers Spring Musical:
The Secret Garden
March 16, 17, 18, 24, 25 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday March 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Performing Arts Center
This dramatic adaptation of the classic children's story features a beautiful score by Grammy award-winning composer Lucy Simon. The talented BHS cast and chorus will be bringing this story to life, accompanied by a live orchestra made up of BHS instrumentalists.
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Fill the Goodwill Truck at BHS March 18 |
Bring your household and clothing donations to the BPA Fill-a-Goodwill-Truck event from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 18 in the North Staff Parking Lot. BPA programs earn $600 for every trailer filled with your gently used donations. [ MORE INFO] | [ EARN SERVICE HOURS] |
Spring Sports Parent Night March 7 |
Spring Sports Parent/Guardian Night in the Gym 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 7. General announcements from Athletic Director Eric Ensign and Athletic Booster Club members, followed by breakout sessions where you can meet you student’s coaches and hear more about team expectations. BeaverGear will be on sale.
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ABC Winter Athletics Wrap |
Learn more about the Athletic Board Club (ABC) here, or come to the next ABC Board Meeting to find out more ways to support Ballard Athletics at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 13 in the Staff Lounge. [ MORE INFO]
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Running of Beavers Benefits Your Favorite Team! |
Ballard High School Foundation's 4th Annual Running of the Beavers is 9 a.m. Saturday, March 25 at scenic Golden Gardens!
The 5K Fun Run and Walk benefits Ballard Athletics, Cheer, Dance, Band, and ASB. Participants can choose their beneficiary and 70 percent of their registration fee goes to the team or activity of their choice!
New this year is a class competition for Beaver students! The grade level with the most participants earns $250 for their class!
Don't want to race but want to support a BHS team or activity? There's also a way to donate on the Running of the Beavers webpage!
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Fastpitch Season Kickoff Fundraiser March 6 |
All ages are welcome to a Season Kick off for BHS Fastpitch on Monday, March 6 at Ridgewood Bottle and Tap (316 N. 67th St.).
This will be a fundraiser with a swag store and raffle prizes. [MORE INFO]
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Thanks to Janis White, from Seattle Special Education PTSA, for sharing their " Getting to Results: A Guide to Special Education in SPS" at our Thursday, March 2 Board Meeting. Our Ballard HS PTSA was able to provide a $500 donation to the Seattle Special Education PTSA in support of their efforts!
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In gratitude for our amazing staff, the PTSA purchased an electric tea kettle and a microwave for the staff lounge.
Thank you teachers and staff! And thank you to the community for your support of Ballard PTSA.
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Also for Valentines Day our PTSA Staff Appreciation Committee Chairs Lisa Vanderford-Anderson and Michelle Peters surprised our Ballard High School Staff with treats!
Thanks to our appreciation team for all they do!
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SCPTSA Meeting Includes FAFSA Info, Special Ed. Guide |
Join the Seattle Council PTSA at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at for a panel of speakers.
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Grade Level Resources & Checklists |
Hey Beavers, check out what's coming next for your specific grade level via the student grade resource pages on the Ballard High School website.
Learn about college and career readiness. Graduation requirements and helpful checklists for each grade level are available too.
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Give a BHS Classified Employees a Shoutout! |
Classified employees are the backbone of our education system and are involved in nearly every aspect:
- maintaining buildings and grounds
- preparing and serving meals
- keeping school facilities clean and orderly
- assisting in the classroom
- performing and conducting research activities
- providing information technology and media services
- administrative support functions
- providing safe transportation
- offering secure and healthy environments
- and many other specialized services
These dedicated individuals deserve recognition and thanks for the outstanding work they are doing for our school communities. They are instrumental in fulfilling the district’s paramount duty to educate all students.
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Seattle Skills Center Course Application & Summer School Info |
Applications for the Seattle Skills Center’s School Year Courses are now available. Seattle Skills Center prepares students for college, career, and life through advanced Career and Technical Education courses. There are classes in a wide range of career pathways at several locations around the city.
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Youth Maritime Career Launch Program |
The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle has partnered with the Port of Seattle and Seattle Public Schools to introduce the Youth Maritime Career Launch Program.
This initiative provides an avenue for black and brown young adults to be introduced to different careers in the maritime industry.
Rolling application deadline, open to Juniors and Seniors. [MORE INFO]
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Peachjar Flyers for BHS Families |
Peachjar is a digital platform that hosts district-approved accessible flyers (jobs, internships, skills center, summer info, events) for all schools. To view flyers and information specific for Ballard HS families select the button located at the bottom of the Ballard HS website.
To view flyers and information for all schools view the SPS Peachjar page or to learn more about the Peachjar platform, signing up or unsubscribing for emails visit the district Peachjar site.
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Seattle Public Schools is facing a significant projected budget deficit for the next school year.
Watch as Superintendent Brent Jones outlines how we are working to stabilize our financial future. [LEARN MORE]
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Our Youth and School Safety: Activism to Action Webinar |
Join Grandmothers Against Gun Violence for an important panel discussion with Educators, Survivors, Activists and Advocates as they share their experiences in advocacy and the changing world of school safety at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 14 via Zoom. [MORE INFO]
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Equity in Family Engagement Conference March 25-26 |
Summer Enrichment Scholarship |
Ninth Circuit Civics Contest |
What amendment would you propose for our Constitution? Express your thoughts in the U.S. Courts Ninth Circuit's essay and video civics contest for high school students. Entry deadline is March 13.
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Do You Have an Announcement for the BHS PTSA Newsletter?
Submit content (appropriate and relevant to Ballard High School or Community) by 5 p.m. Thursday (1 or 2 weeks before your event ) to the BHS Newsletter Editor email at ballardhighnews@gmail.com. Please submit posts no more than 100 words and include relevant URLs, contact info and a small graphic (if available). Editor has full discretion over what is published. The BHS PTSA provides Community Resources for purely informational purposes and does not necessarily support the activities or views presented therein.
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