Week of October 27, 2024

October 30 - Heritage Restaurant Fundraising Dinner

October 30 - Picture Retake Day

November 1 - Reflections Submission Extended Deadline

November 2 - Last Day to Order Little Caesar’s Pizza

November 8-10 - RHS Drama presents Sense & Sensibility

November 11 - No School - Veterans Day

November 15 - Last Day to Donate Backpacks

November 15-16 - RHS Drama presents Sense & Sensibility

November 19 - Last Day to Order Poinsettias and Wreaths

Enjoy a Fabulous Meal and Support the RHS PTSA!

The PTSA has partnered with Heritage Restaurant in Woodinville for a fundraising dinner on Wednesday, October 30. The RHS PTSA will receive a portion of food sales from that day, either lunch or dinner when you mention the RHS PTSA.

There are a few ways to support us:

• Dine in - enjoy a great meal from their menu in the restaurant, let them know you are part of the RHS fundraiser.
• Take out - order from the regular menu and get the food to go, just mention RHS PTSA when ordering.
• Preorder and pickup - preorder the special family meal of Stuffed Chicken for take-out. Order by Monday, October 28 - pickup on Wednesday, October 30. Mention you are part of the RHS fundraiser.

It is a great way to support a local restaurant and support the PTSA’s Grad Night Celebration at the same time, all while eating fantastic food.

The Volunteer Spotlight hopes to recognize those who provide their time and efforts to Redmond High School students, staff, and community. Thank you for your amazing dedication and support. We are a better organization because of you! It's a recurring feature that strives to shine light on PTSA's greatest assets, our volunteers!

Our Volunteer Spotlight honoree is Sandeep Chhabra! Sandeep shared with us a little bit about himself and what motivates him to volunteer at RHS! Sandeep writes, "What I love most about volunteering is the chance to connect with the school community and be part of an environment that supports our children’s growth. It’s inspiring to witness the dedication and school spirit that make RHS so special." Please click on the link below to read more.

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: SANDEEP CHHABRA

If you'd like someone to be featured in our series, please email us at volunteers@redmondhsptsa.org.

The Reflections Program is a National PTA cultural arts competition. Students use their creative talents to express themselves through an original work of art in response to a theme.

The theme for this year's program is “Accepting Imperfection". Art work can be expressed in one or more of the following categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Arts. Visit our Reflections page for more information.

Entry information is available on our website. Extended deadline to enter is Friday, November 1.

REFLECTIONS INFORMATION

Do you have friends who don’t live near a Little Caesars store? Or families with kids who enjoy a personal-sized pizza as the perfect after-school snack? Or a family member who needs their pizza fix at midnight?

Order from our Little Caesars fundraiser and your order gets delivered right to your house. The fundraiser closes on Saturday, November 2. We really need everyone’s help to reach our goal! If you haven’t ordered anything yet, it’s not too late. 

ORDER LITTLE CAESARS

Do you have an extra new or gently used backpack that you’re looking to donate? The counseling office is looking for extra backpacks to help students in need. Preferably black, blue or grey. You may drop them off at the front office during school hours by Friday, November 15. Thank you! 

Does your student need practice for the SAT or ACT? Our full-length practice tests, administered by Enhanced Prep, offer students the opportunity to practice test taking strategies and determine baseline scores prior to taking the official SAT and ACT college entrance exams. Scores are not reported to anyone other than the student.

Registration deadline for our Fall Practice ACT Test is Monday, November 4. For more information and to register, please visit our website. 

The holiday season is almost upon us, and what better way to bring festive cheer to your home than with a beautiful poinsettia or wreath? The RHS PTSA is selling poinsettias and wreaths for this holiday season. These holiday plants come in beautiful choices of white, red, pink, and glitter in select sizes. Visit our website for all the options.

Order by November 19 and poinsettias and wreaths will be available for pick up on Friday, December 6. Thank you for supporting our Grad Night Celebration fundraisers.

ORDER POINSETTIAS AND WREATHS

RHS Drama opens its season on Friday, November 8 with a playful new adaptation of Sense & Sensibility. Information about the show, including which roles are double cast (you will want to see BOTH amazing casts) and a link to get your tickets is available on our website. Tickets are also available on the HomeTown Ticketing App. 

LWSD Levy Town Hall Meetings

The health and safety of our students and staff is one of our top priorities. When students and staff are in a building that supports their physical needs, they can focus on learning. The Nov. 5 Capital Construction Levy will rebuild and enlarge our oldest facilities to ensure they meet the needs of our students and staff by:

• Adding school safety enhancements like secure entryways
• Updating heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems
• Modernizing and adding restrooms

Please join LWSD Superintendent Dr. Jon Holmen and Associate Superintendent of Business and Support Services Barbara Posthumus for one of their online town hall events about the 2024 Building Excellence Capital Construction Levy. Each town hall meeting will offer an opportunity for question/answer sessions. There is still one event left.



Tuesday, October 29, 6-7pm, Meeting link.

See this flyer for additional information. Learn more about the levy here.

Join us for a webinar to explore how screen time affects your child’s mental health. Learn practical tips and strategies to help navigate today’s screen-dependent world and foster a healthier relationship with technology.

This topic is suitable for parents of all school-aged children.

Wednesday, November 13 from 7-8pm, over Zoom.

REGISTER FOR PARENT CHAT

We’re broadening our efforts to reach your student!

Here's what you already know: Students meet with tutors on Zoom by scheduling an appointment through SignUp Genius, where they can choose from available dates and times.

Here’s what’s NEW: We’re excited to announce that in-person support is now offered during HERD Support on Thursday, October 31 and Thursday, November 14.

(Remember to also sign up on FlexiSched under College and Career Center for HERD Support sessions). 

The tutors are available first come first serve.

SIGN UP TO RESERVE A ZOOM OR HERD SPOT

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Where: Zoom (link provided in confirmation and reminder emails)

New: Thursday, October 31 and Thursday, November 14, 9:55-10:39am In-Person

Where: College and Career Center

Questions? Ask us!

Return your signed ballot by mail, drop box , or voting center by Election Day on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

There is still time to register to vote online by Monday, October 28, or in person at a voting center by Tuesday, November 5 at 8pm!

To learn more about all things related to voting in Washington State, visit this helpful WA Election Information website and our RHS PTSA Advocacy Page.

RHS PTSA Opposes Ballot Measures

The RHS PTSA board and membership have voted to oppose three ballot measures in the November election because of the impact they would have on student health and schools.

Our opposition to Initiatives 2109, 2117, and 2066 aligns with the LWPTSA (see below). The WSPTA also opposes I-2109 and I-2117. To read WSPTA's opposition statements and for general information on taking positions on ballot measures, please see this FAQ.

'No' on 2109

The RHS PTSA board and membership have voted to oppose Initiative 2109, aligning with the LWPTSA and WSPTA. Read Council’s statement on I-2109 here.

'No' on 2117

The RHS PTSA board and membership have voted to oppose Initiative 2117, aligning with the LWPTSA and WSPTA. Read Council’s statement on I-2117 here.

'No' on 2066

The RHS PTSA board and membership have voted to oppose Initiative 2066, aligning with the LWPTSA. Read Council's statement on I-2066 here.

Support the LWSD Levy Campaign

Vote yes for our kids! The LWSD levy campaign has kicked into full gear! As a volunteer-run organization, the Lake Washington Citizens Levy Committee relies on parents, teachers and community members to ensure we support LWSD kids at the ballot box this November.

RHS PTSA board and membership endorse the levy, and we hope you will not only vote YES this November to help ensure that every student in LWSD learns in safe, healthy and modern schools—but we also encourage you to show your support through the following advocacy actions:

ENDORSE THE LEVY

REQUEST A YARD SIGN to show your support.

Join the LWCLC at one of their many upcoming voter contact events. Training will be provided; no experience needed.

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