Class of 2023 Graduates ... Let's Celebrate!
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Congratulations to the Class of 2023! After you're done celebrating, check out this helpful intel on the Graduation page:
- Watch the encore online!
- Learn how to pick up your diplomas in the fall.
- Order your Class of 2023 picture.
- Recycle your graduation gown; and
- Read the full details on transcripts.
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Photos courtesy of Mary Jereczek (cap toss and BHS staff) and Laura Lehni (fireworks). |
Finals Schedule | You Got This!
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Finals start on Tuesday, and each day has a special bell schedule. (See accompanying chart or visit the Bell Schedule page for full details.)
The final day of school, Friday, June 30 has an hour early dismissal. Please remember to clean out your lockers and return your SPS laptop!
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Time to Return SPS Laptops & Chargers |
Students should return SPS laptops June 27-29 to Room N110. The district needs to update them and have them ready for fall. Any remaining library books should also be turned in at the Library. Thank you!
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Ballard Film Festival June 25 at the PAC |
The Ballard Film Festival (BFF) is back at the PAC for one more showing at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 25.
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Congratulations to the Spring Ballard Rotary Students of the Month: Aidan B. and Annie W. (April), Luca R. and Lucas S. (May), and Hahna B. and Safiya R. (June). Meet these seniors.
Ballard Rotary honors two outstanding seniors at Ballard High School each month as part of its Students of the Month program. Ballard Rotary also awards several annual college scholarships to BHS graduates. Visit the Rotary Club of Ballard website for more information.
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Ink Journal Honors Longtime Advisor |
Ink Journals were distributed last week to Ink Club Members, as well as student artists and writers who submitted to the journal. The Ink Club will also be selling journals for $10, and these can be purchased from Club Advisor Ms. Burton's classroom SW105.
While there will not be a Spilled Ink event this year, look for events next school year. Thanks to the creative students who submitted works for the journal and Student Editors Henry Tweed and Charlie Schmeising. The group celebrated at their final meeting of the year with longtime advisor Mr. MacDougall in attendance too.
Cover image of Mr. MacDougall by Charlie Schmeising. The Ink Club dedicated this year's book to the teacher. Read the full inscription.
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New Talisman Celebrates Graduates |
Read all about our BHS Seniors and Class of 2023 in the June 22 edition of the Talisman.
Kudos to the Talisman staff, led by senior Editors-in-Chief Annie Welman and Zoe Isett.
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S'more Summer Reading Action! |
Read s'more this summer! As a sweet treat, enjoy books over the break and then share your faves with Ms. Chambers, Ms. Gaulin, and your teachers in the fall.
Need ideas of what to read over Summer Break? Ms. Chambers has just released her Summer Beaver Reader List. You can reserve and check out these titles at your local Seattle Public Library branch or online, simply using the directions on the link.
The BHS Library will also be open for special hours over the summer, from 10 a.m. to noon July 18 and Aug. 11. Full details.
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All students, including incoming freshmen, are asked to fill out the survey below to help Ms. Chambers plan for the 2023-24 school year. |
Summer Service Learning Options |
Here are some upcoming Service Learning Opportunities. |
➤ BHS Community Volunteer Opportunity! Join the Athletic Booster Club at Ballard SeafoodFest on July 15-16! Beaver parents/guardians and/or students looking for service hours too: Share what we love about our school with the community at the Athletic Booster Club's SeafoodFest Booth. We'll be selling Beaver Gear and sharing opportunities for students AND parents to get involved this fall. Volunteer here!
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➤ Magnolia Summerfest weekend, Aug. 4-6, features the Magnolia Seafair parade, free kids' crafts & games, food trucks & tents, a beer & wine garden, live music all weekend, outdoor movie night, bouncy houses, and so much more! Volunteer opportunities range from setting up the field, staffing the bouncy houses, manning the hospitality booth, keeping the playfield secure, and more. Sign up here. |
More BPA Award Winners Honored |
Congratulations to these recent award recipients:
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Milo Palmer was honored as the Ballard Performing Arts Music Department Scholar, while Ella Papineau was selected as the Theatre Department Scholar.
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Q Adamson (music) and Autumn Bailey (performing arts/theatre) were both honored for their artistic achievements as recipients of the Robert J. Block Award for Artistic Excellence.
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Order Your BHS Gear Today!
Beaver Gear Store Closes for Summer June 30
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BEAVERS, place your orders for gear NOW before the Athletic Booster Club Beaver Gear Store closes for the summer on JUNE 30. We've got tees, baseball caps, shorts, water bottles — as well as our new GRAY HOODIES for those cool nights on your camping trips. Orders placed by 5 p.m. Friday, June 30 will be fulfilled by Beaver Gear volunteers no later than Friday, July 7. Questions? Email bhsabcgear@gmail.com. |
Fall Athletics News & Notes |
➤ Grades 9-11: Get your Sports Physicals scheduled before June 30 at the Teen Health Center and be ready for Fall Sports! Full details.
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We Need You on the PTSA Board! |
Hey Ballard, let's start next year strong! We still have several openings on the BHS PTSA Board and are working to move to a co-chair model so incoming PTSA members can learn from and train with those who have held the position prior.
Some openings include:
- Co-President (thanks to Karla Rava for stepping forward as Co-President!)
- Vice-President
- Secretary
- Direct Appeal Fundraising Chair
- Co-Newsletter Editor
- Legislative Liaison Co-Chair (thanks to Stephanie King for agreeing to co-chair)
Interested in learning more? Email Victoria Watson and Lisa Vanderford-Anderson at join.bhs.ptsa@gmail.com for more information.
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PTSA Newsletter Mail List Updates |
Senior Families: Please do not unsubscribe from the PTSA Newsletter so we can keep you updated on Ballard HS Alumni news. You will no longer receive the Weekly PTSA Newsletter beyond June (if your family is graduating out of BHS), rather you will be moved to our Class of 2023 Alumni list.
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Principal Hunt on Graduation and PRIDE Weekend |
From Principal Hunt's Friday Message:
Today is an exciting day as we celebrate the Class of 2023 tonight down at Memorial Stadium. This graduating class gives us so much to be proud of. They have shown tremendous care and advocacy, insisting that we continue to take action toward making our community a more inclusive welcoming space for all.
In entering Ballard High School as the first female principal in its entire school history since 1901 and as an openly gay woman, I am cognizant of the fact that if it weren’t for the voices of those who have advocated for justice and civil rights over the years, I wouldn’t be in this incredible job nor be married to my amazing wife. As we celebrate PRIDE month this June, I am especially mindful of the progress that we have made over time. Full letter.
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The district is no longer managing ORCA cards for students.
Student ORCA cards issued to Seattle Public Schools students in the 21-22 school year will continue working through 22-23, even if there is an expiration date printed on the back but please register your ORCA card by June 30.
Due to a statewide measure, youth who are under 19 years old are able to ride public transportation for free. This means that the district no longer provides cards to SPS students.
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June 25: Ballard Film Festival, featuring the work of the Digital Filmmaking Program, is at 4 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students (cash only).
July 15-16: Look for the Athletic Booster Club booth at SeafoodFest! Beaver Gear reps will be there selling Ballard High School gear and you can learn more about Ballard Athletics.
1st Week of Sept.: Schedules available on the Source.
Sept. 6: First Day of School
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Save $25 on Registration Thru June 30
Golf at Newcastle, Support Ballard Athletics
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Golfers of all skill levels! Sign up by June 30 and save $25 for the 23rd Annual Victor Salvino Ballard High School Foundation Golf Classic August 18 at Newcastle Golf Club benefiting BHS Athletics, Cheer, Dance Team and Band! Choose from the challenging Coal Creek Course or the scenic China Creek Course! Pre-event barbecue and putting contest at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. start.
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BHS Athletic Teams, Cheer Squad, Dance Team, and Performing Arts groups registering golf foursomes for the tournament or identifying tournament sponsors get proceeds to their program!
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SPS Celebrates PRIDE Month |
Students, staff, and families are invited to join Seattle Public Schools in the Seattle PRIDE Parade on Sunday, June 25.
Meet prior to the parade’s start time to decorate posters and start staging on 4th Avenue. At 11 a.m., the parade will begin its route north along 4th Avenue between Union and the Seattle Center, where the party will continue with family-friendly festivities.
Registration is not required; just show up!
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Welcome to the last week of school! The DEI Committee is planning events for the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Please reach out at any time if you have suggestions, questions, or would like to join us! DEIatBHS@gmail.com
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June 25 Last Day of the 17th Annual PrideFest in Capitol Hill and at Seattle Center (Free) Seattle PrideFest
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Now through June 26 at Pacific Place Downtown “Fleurs de Villes PRIDE – a fresh floral celebration of joy and inclusivity, created by some of Seattle's favorite florists. Pacific Place will bloom with Fleurs de Villes' signature mannequins as well as 'flower-bombed' benches, rainbows, swings and selfie-frames” (FREE) Fleurs de Villes: Seattle PRIDE 2023
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June 28 - July 28 Rainier Arts Center SEED Arts Summer Series presents several outdoor events highlighting the work of BIPOC artists with music, theater, and movies in the park.
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July 1 - Soul on the Water at Pier 62
Africatown Community Land Trust and 4Culture are hosting an afternoon of live music performances, family activities, and shopping with Black-owned small businesses.
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Now through Aug. 31: Application for BIPOC Deaf Arts Grant “The Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) Deaf Arts Grant is an annual program established in 2021 which provides financial support for emerging and established artists to further advance their careers.” Overview: BIPOC Deaf Arts Grant — Deaf Spotlight Home
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The MOHAI Youth Advisors (MYA) is a team of high school students (grades 9-12) who get a behind-the-scenes look at the museum, provide feedback & input on MOHAI projects, and plan events, resources, & opportunities for teens at the museum. MYA meets twice a month at MOHAI throughout the school year (October-June) and participants receive a monthly stipend of $100. We are looking for teens that are creative, collaborative, and passionate about history and community building. Learn more and apply for the 2023-24 MYA cohort by June 30 on the MOHAI website. |
BHS Youth Volleyball Camp, open to incoming 4th-9th grade girls and boys.
Fundamental skills for every volleyball position taught by current varsity players. Learn skills and strategies specific to high school level play. Camps run July 20-22, incoming 7th-9th graders 9 a.m. to noon; 4th-6th graders 1:30-4 p.m. Cost: $90 (includes t-shirt and snacks), $75 for additional siblings. Sign up.
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The Ballard Food Bank recently shared several different area resources for summer meals.
Ballard Food Bank | Grocery Store hours Monday and Thursday, 1-7 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kindness Cafe hours Monday and Thuesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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STEM Pals would like to invite high school students to their 2023 STEM Expo at UW! This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 4 on the UW campus and aims to help high school students explore STEM majors and careers. Questions? Email stementorship@uw.edu.
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Here are some teen summer enrichment opportunities: |
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