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BHS Curriculum Night Thursday, Sept. 28

Parents and guardians are invited to Curriculum Night on Thursday, Sept. 28.

• There will be an Info Fair in the Foyer at 6:30 p.m. and the Curriculum Night program will begin at 7 p.m. in the Gym.
• The Counselors will be in the BHS Library from 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. with details for Senior Parents/Guardians who have a senior applying to college this fall, with topics on requesting letters of recommendation, the basics of financial aid and more!
• Please plan to attend and bring your student’s class schedule with you so you can meet your student’s educators. More info.

PTSA Members!

Stop By Our Table, Say Hi, Get a Cool Tote!

Curriculum Night Sept. 28

Hello Families,

Looking forward to seeing many of you at the upcoming Curriculum Night. The PTSA is already working fervently to support programs and begin fundraising efforts.

For new and existing members, you can stop by our table and get a free tote bag. Supplies are limited, so don't delay!

~Karla Rava

BHS PTSA President

bhs.ptsa.pres@gmail.com

Principal Hunt's Friday Letter

From Principal Abby Hunt's Friday letter, "I want to highlight the importance of staying safe when walking around our community. Unfortunately, throughout the Seattle region we have seen an uptick in random assaults, some including weapons. While we are fortunate in that our campus has remained safe from these attacks, it is important that we are all—school and families—working to remind students to walk in groups whenever possible and to be attentive to surroundings. Additionally, if students see something or experience something that is a crime or a safety concern, they should call 911. We shared this message with students today and I appreciate your reinforcement of these important safety reminders with your student(s) at home. Thank you." Talisman photo.

SPS Personal Safety Tips for Students & Families

You can help your student(s) stay safe by talking to them about personal safety.

Some tips to discuss include:

• Reporting incidents as soon as they happen.
• Being aware of surroundings.
• Not talking to strangers or going anywhere with them.
• Walking to school or activities in pairs or groups.

In addition to 911, the Safe Schools Hotline is also available and staffed 24 hours a day at 206-252-0510.

More info on the Ballard High School website.

Start of School Forms Due Sept. 30

Friendly reminder to please fill out and return the required Start of School forms by September 30.

The forms listed as well as other helpful district forms are available to download w/translations and some are fillable as well on the SPS Start of School Forms.

Completed forms can be dropped off in the Main Office; emailed as an attachment to Administrative Secretary Cal Hartmann at cmhartmann@seattleschools.org; or mailed to Ballard High School, 1418 N.W. 65th St., Seattle WA 98117.

Full details. Paper copies of forms are available to pick up outside the BHS Main Office.

Make-Up Picture Day Sept. 26

Did you miss Photo Day?

Rowland Studio will be back at Ballard on Tuesday, Sept. 26 for Make-Up Picture Day.

More info.

Yearbook Purchase Window Ends Sept. 27

Yearbooks can be purchased online via parents/guardians Source/School Pay account. Yearbooks can also be purchased in the Activity Center at lunch and after school with cash, check or Debit/Credit Card.

Yearbook Sales Windows:

9/6/23 – 9/27/23 $60

1/2/24 – 1/23/24 $65

4/1/24 – 4/29/24 (excludes Spring Break 4/8/24 – 4/12/24) $70

More info.

BHS Nurse News

Vaccine Clinics Available

SPS Health Services is hosting free vaccine clinics at multiple school locations.

GO-Vax Kids is offering flu, COVID-19, and school-required vaccines for children ages six months to 18 years.

Seattle Visiting Nurse Association is offering flu vaccines to anyone age four to adult; and COVID-19 boosters to anyone age five to adult. Bring vaccine records and insurance card if available. Register and get important details.

More helpful health and wellness updates, forms and resources are on the BHS Nurse Page.

What is a Well-Resourced School?

The district has been asking for community feedback on that question at locations around the city. The last of the community meetings is online at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26.

There is also a corresponding community survey available through Friday, Sept. 29 for families to participate in.

Meeting details and survey/translations here.

You Can Still Buy an ASB/Student ID Card

All BHS students are encouraged to purchase an ASB Activity Card ($35) as paying the fee allows all BHS students to receive free admission to BHS home games and discounts for football games and school dances. Your Student ID card becomes an Activity Card when you have paid the ASB Fee and either get a sticker or a stamp on your Student ID Card. More info.

Homecoming Spirit Week, October 2-6

ASB Spirit Days Theme: The Eras Tour (Bucky’s Version)

More info | Follow @ballardhighasb for fun updates!

• Monday, Oct. 2 | Dress: PJs
• Slowpitch Home Game 4 p.m. (Woodland Park)
• Tuesday, Oct. 3 | Dress: Country or City
• Hallway Decorating 3:45-8 p.m.
• Girls Soccer Home Game 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, Oct. 4 | Dress: Pastels
• Club Rush 2:30-4 p.m.
• Cross Country Meet, 3:40 p.m. (Woodland Park)
• Volleyball Tailgate 5:30-7 p.m.
• Volleyball Home Game 7 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 5 | Dress: Favorite jersey or lucky number
• Girls Soccer Home Game 7 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 6 | Dress: BHS Class Colors (Freshmen - Grey, Sophomore - White, Junior - Red, Senior - Black)
• Assembly 10:25-11 a.m., between 2nd-3rd periods
• Girls Swim and Dive Home Meet 4 p.m.

Homecoming Football Game

• Friday, Oct. 6: Beavers vs. Seattle Prep 7:45 p.m. at Memorial Stadium.
• Online ticket purchase.
• The Marching Band halftime show is not to be missed!

Breakfast of Champions

• Saturday, Oct. 7 at 9:30 a.m., Commons (VIP Reception at 8:30 a.m.): Athletic Booster Club and Ballard High School Foundation Fundraiser. More info.

Homecoming Dance Bejeweled

• Saturday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m., Gym: Semiformal. More info, ticket purchase details and required forms.

Club Rush Coming Up Oct. 4

Get Involved With a Club!

Students, make sure to check out Club Rush from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4.

Clubs are a great way to get involved. Ballard HS had more than 75 clubs available for students in previous years.

In the meantime, here are some of the student interest clubs that are starting!

Earth Service Corps

Hey Ballard students, do you want to make a difference in our community? At Ballard Earth Service Corps, we will embark on meaningful projects to improve our natural environment. Come to Mr. Gundle’s room, Thursday at lunch. Can’t wait to see you there!

Gender and Sexuality Alliance

Ballard’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is relaunching and revamping. Join us on Tuesdays during lunch in Ms. McGinty’s room, to be part of the revamp and part of a vibrant, loving, inclusive LGBTQ+ community. Questions? Ask Ms. McGinty or Mr. Furman!

Fall General Meeting Tuesday, Oct. 17

Ballard Community: It's our first time to get together and support Ballard students and staff! Mark your calendars for our Fall General Meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 in the Ballard Library.

While we're still finalizing program details and an online meeting option, we'd love to have you meet our new Board and find out how you can become involved as a member! Principal Abby Hunt will have a school update, and we'll vote on our Standing Rules and final 2023-24 PTSA Budget.

This schoolwide Fall General Meeting will follow a 5:30 p.m. PTSA Board (business) meeting, also in the School Library. All are welcome at both meetings, members can vote!

Questions? Email President Karla Rava at bhs.ptsa.pres@gmail.com

PTSA Board Volunteers needed!

There are still a few openings to get involved and make a difference for the students and staff at BHS!

Direct Appeal Chair: Coordinate the Direct Appeal fall mailings that raise funds to provide grants to teachers and staff throughout the year.



SPREE Coordinator: SPREE is a safe way for our BHS Seniors to celebrate after graduation. If you're the parent of a Senior this is a great way to help make sure we cap off the class of 2024's high school journey with some fun and great memories!

Vice President: As a member of the executive board, this role supports the President and helps plan monthly board meetings and works with committee chairs.

If you want more information about getting involved in the PTSA, email Victoria Watson at join.bhs.ptsa@gmail.com. Full details.

School Supply Donations Sought

Ballard High School staff are looking for school supply donations to support student learning. Please donate new or gently used items on the list below. Items can be dropped off in the Main Office. Thank you, your donations are greatly appreciated!

BHS Classroom Materials Wishlist:

- Blue Tape

- Expo Markers (multicolor, black, chiseled, cleaning solution, erasers)

- Composition Books

- Colored Printer Paper

- Colored Card Stock Paper

- Butcher Paper

- Pencils

- Scotch Tape

- Masking Tape

- Sharpies

- Colored Markers

- Tissues

- Hand Sanitizer

- Highlighters

- Scissors

- Note Cards 

- Graph Paper/Binder Paper

- Binder Clips

- Little White Dry Erase Boards

- Post-it Notes

- Batteries

- Hot Water Pot, Electric 

- Extensions Cords and Outlets

Advocacy Update

Bites & Ballots Candidate Forum on Education Oct. 10

Interested in learning about candidates for the upcoming City Council and Seattle Public Schools Board Elections? Attend Bites & Ballots: A Candidate Forum on Education at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct.10 at Rainier Avenue Church, 5900 Rainier Ave. S.

Bites & Ballots is a public, free and accessible event for parents (bring your family) to share a free meal with Seattle School Board and City Council candidates. This is your opportunity to meet local candidates up close and personal and ask them your questions about schools directly!

Information and registration.

~ PTSA Advocacy Chair Stephanie King, bhs.ptsa.legislative@gmail.com

College Application Drop-In Help

Seniors! Come get help with your college admission applications! Drop-in help is available in the Counseling Center on the following Wednesdays after school (2:30-3:30 p.m.):

Sept. 27, Oct. 4 & 18, Nov. 1 & 22, Dec. 6, Jan. 3 & 31.

Bring your laptop and/or your questions!

More info.

Curriculum Night "Pre-Session"

Counselors Offer College Application Talk at Curriculum Night

Class of 2024 Parents!

Is your Senior applying to college this fall? BHS Counselors visited Grade 12 English classes on Friday to share information about college applications. If you’re interested in what was shared, you are invited to attend a Curriculum Night “pre-session” with BHS Counselors to hear more. We will share the same information that was shared with the Seniors and answer questions (as time allows) about applying to college, requesting letters of recommendation, the basics of financial aid and more.

The presentation will be just before the start of Curriculum Night on Sept. 28 from 5:45 – 6:15 p.m. in the BHS Library. More info.

Library Offers Creative Space for a Study Break

The Ballard High School Library not only has terrific new titles for students to check out, it's also a great place to relax and try new things!

• As part of the SPS Great Puzzle Challenge, students can stop by and create beautiful motives while taking a break from studies. Participating schools see who can complete the must puzzles during a school year. Completed puzzles are shared with other schools around the district.

• Virtual Reality devices are also available in the library, utilized for visiting classes as a new means of accessing classroom content.

• Button-making supplies (Purchased through a Spring 2023 PTSA grant) and Makerspace crafts help amplify fun and student voices.

Do you have a great puzzle or crafting item to donate to the library? Check in with Ms. Chambers at tschambers@seattleschools.org. Photos c/o and follow @beaverreadersbhs

Thanks to the parents who have signed up to help in the library! Parent volunteers are still needed to help in the Ballard Library by signing up for regular weekly school day shifts.

This is a great opportunity for parents who are able and interested to come 2 hours a week at the same time each week. Help our fantastic librarian with checking in books, book displays, reshelving and other special projects!

Please note that SPS requires all volunteers to complete their volunteer approval process before you can volunteer. Please complete the forms HERE.

Questions? Email Jen or Joy at volunteer.bhs@gmail.com.

Counseling Center Resources

There is a lot of helpful information on the Counseling Center Dashboard, including applying for college resources, service learning options, scholarship offerings, job board opportunities and more.

• Sonja Petersen (A-Deg)
• Maya McKenzie (Deh-Kar)
• Tom Kramer (Kas-Pes)
• Gail Olson Laing (Pet-Wat)
• Katie Huguenin (Wau-Z)

Safe Place Program Visits Sept. 26

Safe Place, a national program that connects runaway and homeless youth to services, will be at Ballard during lunch next Tuesday, September 26 in the Commons outside of the Main Office.

If interested, please stop by their table for more information.

Full details on the Counseling Center News page..

College Visits

Juniors & Seniors Sign up on Naviance for College Visits

Students! More than 40 College Admissions Representatives have signed up to visit the Counseling Center.

Visit the Naviance website or the College Visit page to sign up. See Ms. Bristol in the Counseling Center if you need help signing up.

Monday, Sept. 25

• Seattle Pacific University, 8:50 a.m.
• Knox College, 12:45 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 26

• Carroll College, 8:50 a.m.
• Hawaii Pacific University, 9:50 a.m.
• University of Arizona, 2:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 27

• Hampshire College, 8:50 a.m.
• Smith College, 9:35 a.m.
• Macalester College, 1 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 28

• Fordham University, 8:50 a.m.

Friday, Sept. 29

• Binghamton University, 1:45 p.m.

More info. For questions, email Counseling Secretary Carol Bristol at chbristol@seattleschools.org.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling's National College Fair will be 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 6 and noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 7 at the Seattle Convention Center, including more than 200 diverse schools; presentations on Financial Aid, the College Essay and more; and College Advising Center. Register here. More info.

6th Annual Seattle Black College Expo Nov. 4

SPS is hosting a Black College Expo (free) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at Rainier Beach High School (8815 Seward Park Ave. S.). Students can meet one-on-one with representatives from HBCU, other colleges, universities and educational programs. More info

Scholarship Offering

Ballard Elks Lodge

The Ballard Elks Lodge awards three local male and female seniors $1,000 each to be used towards college tuition. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need. They do not need to be related to a member of the Elks. Applicants may also be considered for additional State and National Elks scholarships. Read the FAQ for more details. Be sure to select "Ballard Elks" during the application process.



More info on the Scholarship Bulletins page.

Service Learning Offers Lessons Beyond Classroom

Service Learning is giving time, without pay. One of the graduation requirements for SPS is 60 hours of Service Learning. The Counseling Center posts service-learning resources at school and online.

For questions, email Counseling Secretary Carol Bristol at chbristol@seattleschools.org.

Here are some options from the area nonprofit, Sustainable Ballard.

View their current projects or assist at the Sustainable Ballard Festival at Loyal Heights Community Center on Saturday Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Learn more and sign up.

Service Learning

Fisherman's Fall Festival, Signup by Sept. 25!

Fall Fishermen’s Festival is a free community event that brings awareness to the fishing and maritime industries. It also raises funds for the Fishermen’s Memorial Fund. This year it is being held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30 at Fisherman's Terminal. 

Organizers are looking for volunteers to help in a variety of available shifts with set up and break down, bussing tables, working in the beverage children’s activity and wooden boat-building booths, and food prep.

Each volunteer will receive a T-shirt and a BBQ ticket to be enjoyed before or after your shift, and community service hours. Sign up here by Sept. 25.

Service Learning

13th Annual VisionWalk

The Foundation Fighting Blindness is hosting its 13th Annual Washington VisionWalk on Saturday, Sept. 30 at Magnuson Park. They are looking for volunteers to help out at from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The VisionWalk event is a very fun and casual, family-friendly community event that will include music, games, kid’s entertainment, refreshments, and a 5k walk through the park.

There will be snacks and volunteer t-shirts for all Walk Day helpers!

To volunteer, please fill out the Washington VisionWalk Volunteer Sign Up Form.

Service Learning

Northwest Optimism Walk

The American Parkinson Disease Association Northwest Chapter is hosting its annual Optimism Walk Saturday, Sept. 30 along the Nickerson Street Ship Canal Trail (150 Nickerson Street).

Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, teardown and as parking attendants and course volunteers. Shifts are from 7:30-11:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

To sign up or for more information, contact Heidi Murdock at (206) 798-3205 via call or text or email hmurdock@apdaparkinson.org.

Internship

Help Plan MLK Day 2024

The Martin Luther King Jr. Organizing Coalition of Seattle, is looking for excited high school student interns to aid in event planning for MLK Day 2024.

The Coalition is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Apply by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27: More info, application

Internship

YESL Program Signup Deadline Sunday, Sept. 24

Youth Employment and Service Learning Program (virtual Oct. 16-Dec. 5, with $300 Stipend): Students, ages 13-18, can apply to receive pre-employment training to enhance job experience, gain skills such as resume writing and interviewing, have the opportunity to apply for internships upon completion. Applications close 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24!

Application, more info (under YESL dropdown tab)

Career Exploration Day

Woodland Park Zoo

Woodland Park Zoo is offering a Career Exploration Day, an all-day event that will allow high school students to explore different careers at the zoo from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 13! (SPS in-service day, no school.) This is a great opportunity for teens curious about careers in animal welfare, exhibit design, conservation and more.

Cost: $50 (scholarships available). More info.

Internship

Ace Mentor Program

The ACE Mentor Program of America, founded in 1994, is a no-cost after-school program that prioritizes workforce development for high school students by connecting them with experts from the design and construction industry.

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, with the exception of seniors and returning students getting higher priority.

Registation due Oct. 13. Apply here. More info.

More offerings on the Counseling Center News page.

Marching Band at Leavenworth Autumn Leaf Parade

Great photo from the several shared on @ballardperformingarts of the Ballard Marching Band entertaining at the Autumn Leaf Grand Parade Saturday in Leavenworth.

Founded in 1964, the fall Autumn Leaf Festival is Leavenworth's original festival and is credited with, along with the city's decision to adopt a Bavarian theme, helping to turn the town into a thriving tourist destination.

Can't wait to hear all about their performance!

Go Beavers!

Band Practicing for Exciting Homecoming Halftime

It's fall, which means crisp nights, football and our awesome Marching Band taking the field! Don't miss your opportunity to see this year's Homecoming halftime performance at 7:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 as the Beavers face Seattle Prep at Memorial Stadium. Here's last year's Homecoming performance for inspiration.

This week, you can salute the band's graduating seniors during halftime too at the 7:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29 football game against Garfield at Memorial Stadium.

Fill a Goodwill Truck Event Oct. 15

Fall is a great time to clean out your garage and closets! Goodwill trucks will be parked in the BHS parking lot on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 9 am - noon. Bring your donations and your neighbor’s too! For every truck we fill we get $600 for BPA! 

Volunteers are needed to unload cars, keep traffic moving in the parking lot, and sort donations! Click here to sign up! Students can earn service learning hours.

Fall Play Taking Shape

Mark your calendars for the Fall Play, a devised piece, written and performed by a student ensemble, taking inspiration from playwright Jose Rivera, using his text "Sonnets for an Old Century."

Show dates are 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.19, Friday, Oct. 20, and Saturday, Oct 21.

Please reach out to Ms. Miller at mashor@seattleschools.org with any questions or if you'd like to assist on the Tech Crew.

Breakfast of Champions Fundraiser Oct. 7

The Ballard High School Foundation and Athletic Booster Club Breakfast of Champions will be here soon! Set for the end of Homecoming Week at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 in the Commons (lunchroom). Event proceeds go to mental health programs for all BHS students.

The "Empowering Women Through Sports" themed program, emceed by BHS Parent and FOX13 News' Erin Mayovsky will include:

• Presentation of inaugural Sue Stimac Verduin '78 Woman of Impact Award;
• Seattle University Athletic Director Shaney Fink;
• Principal Abby Hunt welcome;
• Student (thanks Peyton N.!), Coach Dale Griffith, Athletic Booster Club Board members, and alumni speakers;
• Athletes and coaches/administrators will be seated among guests to share details about their experiences as BHS team members;
• And the Ballard Pep Band will be there to get the festivities started!

Ticket sales proceeds may be directed to your choice of: BHS athletic team, mental health initiatives, cheer, dance team or performing arts. Ticket sales end Oct. 3.

Bucky Helps Cheer Cross Country to Victory

Bucky's support is felt on the course! Both the Girls and Boys Cross Country teams came in first place at their Metro meet Wednesday at Woodland Park, competing against Garfield, West Seattle, Chief Sealth and Cleveland. Meet results and schedule. Photo c/o and follow @ballardhsxc.

Volleyball Homecoming Tailgate Fun Coming October 4

Volleyball (4-1 Metro, 4-2 overall) travels to Garfield 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25, before hosting Franklin 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at home.

In celebration of Homecoming Week, come to a special Volleyball Tailgate from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, before cheering on the Beavers at their 7 p.m. game against Nathan Hale. More details next week!

Schedule. Photo c/o and follow the team @ballardvolleyball.

Fall Sports Updates

Follow all the fall teams' schedules on the Metro Athletics Ballard page. (Check often, as game times and locations can change) and get important news and information on the Ballard High School Athletics webpage.

Livestreaming Options: Some volleyball, football and soccer games will be livestreamed on the NFHS Network, check the upcoming events here.

Duffle Bag Sales End Oct. 2

The Online Duffle Bag Store closes Monday, Oct. 2!  A portion of bag sales goes to BHS Athletic Booster Club to support Ballard's athletes and coaches. A Beaver Gear Team member will let you know when bags have arrived at BHS for pickup! Questions? Email bhsabcgear@gmail.com

Slowpitch Fields Squad

The reigning Metro Champion Slowpitch Softball squad is back! Fielding a team with 15 players, the Beavers had their first game last Wednesday, a 24-1 win against Lincoln. Schedule.

Next up this week, the Beavers visit Nathan Hale at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27 at Meadowbrook Playfield, before returning home to Lower Woodland Park to host Chief Sealth at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29. Follow the team @ballardbeaversoftball

Head to Memorial to Cheer for Three at Home!

The Beaver Brigade was in full force for the Beavers' great effort that came up short against Rainier Beach Friday, 15-18.

"Proud of the fight of our players in a close game," noted Coach Ross Humphries

Support our athletes and join the Beaver Brigade at Memorial Stadium for the final three home games of the season:

• 7:45 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29 against Garfield
• Homecoming! 7:45 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6 against Seattle Prep
• 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13 against O'Dea

Schedule. Buy tickets online through Hometown Ticketing. Photo c/o Ed Tanaka. Follow the team @ballardbeaverfootball

Girls Swim & Dive Face Bulldogs Friday

Ballard Girls Swim & Dive challenges Metro foes at its remaining Dual Meets (all at 4 p.m.):

Sept. 29 Garfield (Away)

Oct. 6 Cleveland/Franklin (Home)

Oct. 13 Ingraham (Away)

Oct. 20 Bishop Blanchet (Home)

Metros will be Oct. 27-28 at Snohomish Aquatic Center. Photo c/o and follow @bhsgirlsswimanddive.

Cheer Soccer Tuesday at Home

Support the Girls' Soccer team while they face off at home against Franklin at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26! Next, they're visit Garfield 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28. Schedule.

Photo c/o Lisa Vanderford-Anderson. Follow the team @ballardgirlsoccer

Golf Teams on Road This Week

The Golf team visits Chief Sealth 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 25 at West Seattle Golf Course and Cleveland 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 28 at Jackson Park.

Schedules for both the 1-2 Boys' and the 2-1 Girls' Teams. Follow the team @ballard.golf.

BUF! BUF! BUF! at BHS Tuesday

Come cheer on BUF as they host the Franklin-Beach team at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 on the BHS turf! Go BUF! Schedule. Follow the team @bufballard

Dance Team Joins Band in Leavenworth Parade

Congrats to the Dance Team, who performed with the Ballard Marching Band Saturday at the Autumn Leaf Grand Parade. Photo c/o and follow @ballardhsdanceteam

LAST CHANCE! Fill Out DEI Committee Survey

The next DEI Committee meeting is October 3, 2023, from 6:30-8:30pm at Station 18 – 5425 Russell Ave NW 

We’d love to see you there! 

Please reach out if you're interested or have any questions: DEIatBHS@gmail.com 

The Ballard PTSA DEI Committee meets the first Tuesday of each month.

Please take this very short survey by October 2 and let us know what you would like the DEI Committee to focus on this year! Ballard HS DEI Survey - 9th Grade Parent/Guardian Information Night (surveymonkey.com)

See an interesting event that celebrates Diversity, Equity, or Inclusion and you’d like to see it highlighted? Send it our way! DEIatBHS@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

September 30 Hispanic Heritage Public Skate “Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and skate to a playlist featuring Hispanic and Latin American artists. Take home a Kraken-themed papel picado (a traditional Mexican decorative craft) and learn about its origins and cultural significance from educator Amaranta Sandys from 12:30 to 3 p.m.”

September 30 A Taste of Africa | Fundraising Event Ticket | Seattle-Limbe SCA (seattlelimbe.org) “Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for an afternoon of delicious food, fun, and fellowship with an overflowing Silent Auction and an exciting Fashion Show to help raise funds for our work in Limbe, Cameroon, and across the African continent.”

October 1 “Seagiantskulls” | MEXAM NW FESTIVAL “Directly from Mexico, @internationalseattlecatrinasfestival bring to Seattle the renowned world-class sculptor and artist, Mr. Hermes Arroyo, will be organizing a beautiful and spectacular exhibition of giant skulls, handcrafted and hand-painted, called "Seagiantskulls."

October 1 CroatiaFest (seattlecenter.com) “The festival presents Croatian culture through music and dance performances by the finest Croatian musicians, singers and dance ensembles from the Pacific Northwest, Canada and beyond. Museum quality exhibits tell the story of the Croatian American immigrant experience through historical photos, artifacts, traditional costumes and folk instruments. Attendees can enjoy cooking demonstrations of traditional foods by Croatian chefs. The office of the Croatian Consulate assists with passports, visas and official government documents.”

Apply now through November 9 - The Technology Matching Fund and the Digital Navigator Grant offer money for digital equity funding, available for City of Seattle groups hoping to help close the digital divide. Applicants interested in learning more about the grants and the application process can join one of the virtual grant information sessions offered this fall (the first one is October 4). More info here: Digital Equity Grant Opportunities - Tech | seattle.gov 

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