January 15, 2024

Shadle Park HS Students, Families, and Community,

This past Friday, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., our students had the incredible opportunity to hear from Dr. Shari Clarke, the retired Senior Diversity Officer and Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion at Eastern Washington University. Dr. Clarke shared her insights, wisdom, and experiences, enriching our students' understanding of diversity and inclusion.

This incredible celebration was hosted by our BSU (Black Student Union) student leaders who worked tirelessly to create an event that embodied the spirit of Dr. King. The message that resonated throughout the event embodies the spirit of the powerful MLK quote: "We have before us a glorious opportunity to inject a new dimension of love into the veins of our civilization."

This event served as a meaningful tribute to Dr. King's legacy and ideals, fostering a sense of unity, love, and understanding within our school community. We are proud of our students for their dedication to organizing such an impactful event, and we are grateful to Dr. Shari Clarke for sharing her valuable perspectives.

Let's continue to uphold Dr. King's message of love and unity in our daily lives, creating a more inclusive and compassionate community for everyone.

Here's to another great week!

Sincerely,

Chris Dunn

Principal, Shadle Park HS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tues. 1/16: 8th Grade Band Night (5:00pm, Auditorium)
Wed. 1/17: Family Advisory Group (6:00pm, Career Center)
Sat. 1/20: Class of '25 Textiles Drive (11:00am - 12:00pm, SPHS Ash/Wellesley Parking Lot)
Mon. 1/22: Late Start Monday
Tues. 1/23: FAFSA Workshop (2:30pm - 4:30pm, Career Center)
Tues. 1/23: 8th Grade Orchestra Night (5:00pm, Auditorium)
Sat. 1/27: Day of Percussion @ Ferris HS (8:30am)
Mon. 1/29: Late Start Monday
Tues. 1/30: FAFSA Workshop)2:30pm - 4:40pm, Career Center)

Wed. 1/31: Semester 1 Finals (P1, P3, P5)
Thurs. 2/1: Semester 1 Finals (P2, P4, P6)
Thurs. 2/1: Solo & Ensemble Showcase (6:00pm, Auditorium)
Fri. 2/2: No School/Semester Break Day
Sat. 2/3: Solo & Ensemble Event at Rogers HS
Mon 2/5: Late Start Monday
Tues. 2/6: 8th Grade Parent Night (6:00pm)

Click here to view the SPS District Calendar

GROOVY SHOES

This past Tuesday our students were simply AMAZING! Their spirit, pride, passion, and most importantly their connection to one another was on full display! Regardless of the outcome, what our community saw from our student body, student leaders, and staff was something that should cause us all to be immeasurably proud. We cannot thank our student body, leadership students, cheerleaders, cheer boys, characters, Mr. Harmon and Mrs. Meyer, our staff, our Boosters, our feeder schools, our future Highlanders, and our community for their efforts this year!

FAMILY & COMMUNITY ADVISORY GROUP

Please join us this Wednesday January 17th from 6:00pm—7:00pm in the SPHS Career Center for our next Family & Community Advisory Committee Meeting of the year! We look forward to seeing those of you who can attend, hearing feedback from you, and strengthening our family and community partnership! Our agenda for the meeting includes:

CHAS Clinic Information
Bond & Levy Informational Presentation
College in the High School Updates

For your planning, future Family & Community Advisory Committee Meeting dates include:

Wednesday February 21st (6:00pm - 7:00pm)
March 20th (6:00pm - 7:00pm)

NEWTECH CAREER NIGHT

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

There are three weeks remaining in Semester 1, with the semester ending on Thursday February 1, 2024! To ensure your student earns all of their credits this semester and remains on track with high school graduation requirements, we encourage you to check PowerSchool regularly and ask that students ensure they get work turned in and tests/quizzes taken or retaken as soon as possible!

Our teachers and staff are here to support your student(s) before and after school. If you have specific questions, we encourage families to reach out to our staff and teachers directly.

Students who need a quiet place to work on homework or desire additional tutoring and support can work with their teacher in the mornings between 7:30am - 8:00am or after school from 2:30pm - 3:00pm, or work with one of our Academic Interventionists in the HUB after school Monday through Thursday until 3:30pm.

2024 BOND & LEVY

As you likely are aware, Spokane Public Schools is running a bond and replacement levy that will be decided by voters on February 13, 2024.

The bond continues the district's approach to strategically modernizing or replacing a few of our oldest schools while making smaller improvements to keep all schools well maintained and updated with the latest security and technology. Projects include:

Adams Elementary School Replacement
Madison Elementary School Replacement
North Central High School Modernization
Garry Middle School Modernization and Addition
Chase Middle School Upgrades
Design Work for Balboa and Indian Trail Elementary Schools
Option School Upgrades
Safety and Technology Improvements
Annual District-Wide Building Improvements

The levy, which is a 3-year replacement levy spanning 2025 to 2027, maintains student programs not fully funded by state and federal funds to include:

Teachers for lower class size, Advanced Placement courses, and special education
Counselors, nurses and librarians
School support staff (custodial, clerical, paraeducators, safety specialists, maintenance and administrative)
Sports, clubs, intramural and music programs
Curriculum materials, facility maintenance, technology, and laptops for students

I encourage you visit the Spokane Public Schools Bond and Levy webpage to learn more about each of the projects proposed in the bond and each of the school programs funded by the replacement levy.

YEARBOOKS

This weekend is your last chance to purchase a Congratulatory ad for your Senior student! Submit your Baby Pictures to be in the 2023-2024 Yearbook today. These ads are $35 apiece and may be purchased on the Yearbook website or through the Business Office.

Yearbooks are $45 until Spring Break! On April 6, 2024 the cost will increase to $55. Order now with the Business Office or purchase online to take advantage of the discounted price.

Email Mr. Triplett with any questions regarding the Yearbook or photo submissions.

Mr. Craig Triplett

CTE Photography/Yearbook

Shadle Park High School

CraigT@spokaneschools.org

(509) 354-6785

BOOSTER CLUB UPDATES

Save the date! The Shadle Park Boosters annual Dinner & Auction Night is Saturday March 2, 2024, at 5:00pm!

Join this event for an evening filled with great food, entertainment, fun and all while supporting the Students at Shadle Park High School!
There will games, dinner, and both a live and silent auction!
Check back soon for more details!!

CLASS OF 2024 UPDATES

Engineering Scholarship: Seniors wanting to pursue engineering as a major at an institution in Washington should look into this scholarship. This year the Spokane Chapter of the Washington Society of Professional Engineers (WSPE) will be sponsoring the Carl M. Hansen Foundation Engineering Scholarships to Spokane County seniors wanting to enter an engineering college next year. Click the link below to learn more. DUE by 2/14/24.
https://washingtonengineer.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-WSPE-Scholarship-Application.pdf

Grad Night Meeting: Please join the Class of 2024 Grad Night Meeting on Thursday January 11th at 6:00pm in the Shadle Commons!

Parent Volunteers Needed: The Senior Grad Night Committee needs parent volunteers to help with concessions at Shadle Park home events or at the Spokane Arena. Profits from these events benefit the Class of 2024!
Sign-Up to volunteer for Concessions at Shadle Park HS
Sign-Up to volunteer for Concessions at the Spokane Arena

College Application Deadlines: College application season is in full swing! Please review the Washington College Application Deadlines to be sure you meet the necessary timelines!

College Application & SchooLinks Support: Contact Mrs. Eberhardt or Ms. Eddy in the Career Center for help navigating your application and SchooLinks or, schedule an appointment in the College & Career Center.

College Application Fee Waivers: As a reminder, ALL seniors at Shadle qualify for unlimited application fee waivers through Gear Up!

High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP): This task, which is a graduation requirement, is due by Monday January 8th for ALL Seniors! For a tutorial on how to complete your HSBP please see the Class of 2024 HSBP Directions PDF or visit Ms. Aaliyah in the HUB.

Letters of Recommendation: If you need a letter of recommendation, use this the Letter of Recommendation Form to provide to the person writing your letter to highlight your accomplishments. Please give your recommender at least 2 weeks notice before your application is due!

Scholarships 101: Where do I start? Start HERE! For support with scholarships, please see Mrs. Eberhardt and Ms. Eddy in the Career Center!

Senior Webpage: Remember to utilize the Senior Webpage to access all resources and tutorials relating to College & Career Planning as well as Graduation Information.

SPHS Booster Grad Night Dinner & Auction: Mark your calendars for March 2nd, 2024 for the Boosters/Grad Night Dinner and Auction. More information coming on how you can volunteer or attend. You can find information on Grad Night and other senior announcements the following ways:
Email (check your spam folder): shadleparkgradnight2024@outlook.com
Facebook: Shadle Park Class of 2024
Remind: Mrs. Filippini’s SPHS Class 2024
Instagram: @shadlepark_2024

SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CLINIC

Stay tuned for opportunities to learn more about the CHAS School-Based Health Clinic that anticipated opening at Shadle Park High School in February/March 2024!