Week of October 13, 2024

October 16 - First PTSA General Membership Meeting

October 16 - ASVAB Test

October 18 - No School - Leap Day

October 19 - MOD Pizza Dine-Out for RHS Band

October 21 - RHS Annual College Fair

October 21 - RHS Financial Aid Workshop

October 24 - Reflections Submission Deadline

October 30 - Heritage Restaurant Fundraising Dinner

General Membership Meeting

Wednesday, October 16 at 6:00pm

Redmond High School Library

Please join us for our first General Membership Meeting this year. We will get updates from the Principal and the ASB, vote on this year’s PTSA budget and discuss the LWSD levy and state initiatives.

Join the RHS PTSA to win a Target Gift Card

Just a few days left until our October drawing! The RHS PTSA is holding membership prize drawings in October and November. Each and every member will be entered into a random drawing for a great prize! October's prize is a Target Gift Card, just in time for Halloween. Join by Tuesday, October 15 to be entered.

JOIN TODAY!

Coffee and Tea Donations Needed

We're rallying together to brew up some gratitude for our amazing staff by asking for coffee (and tea) donations. Our teachers pour their hearts into educating our kids every day, and a good cup of coffee or tea can be a game changer. If you’re able to donate, please sign up and drop off your contributions during school hours at the school office by Friday, October 25.

Let’s keep our RHS staff energized and feeling appreciated.

COFFEE AND TEA DONATIONS SIGN UP

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.

Our Little Caesars Fundraiser is going strong! Order some delicious pizza and save yourself time for one night. Join our fundraiser and order some freshly-baked pizzas for in-store pickup or enjoy a delicious pizza meal kit delivered straight to your door.

Our group earns $6 on every item we sell and we need your help to reach our goal! Remember to share this unique link or QR code with family & friends across the country. Post our link on your social media to help us sell even more.

All proceeds go to Grad Night Celebration fundraising.

ORDER LITTLE CAESARS

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 now available on our website. Deadline to enter is Thursday, October 24.

REFLECTIONS INFORMATION

Senior Portraits Info:

Sizing Info:

• File Type: .jpg, .tif, .png, and .heic
• High Resolution (400-500 dpi)
• Max file size 50 MB
• Max image size 10,000 pixels x 10,000 pixels
• Recommended size 800 pixels x 1000 pixels
• RGB file format (no CMYK)

Where to Upload:

• Use QR Code on the Flyer
• UPLOAD SENIOR PORTRAITS
• Make sure to select the Portrait option!

Due Date: Friday, January 10

NO EXCEPTIONS!

Senior Ads:

Pricing:

• Full Page $250
• Half Page $138
• Quarter Page $76

Where to Create / Purchase One:

• Use QR code on Flyer
• PURCHASE SENIOR ADS

Due Date: Friday, January 31

NO EXCEPTIONS!

MOD Pizza Dine-out for RHS Band

Grab a yummy pizza or salad at the Bella Bottega MOD Pizza and support the Redmond High School Band. The fundraiser runs all day Saturday, October 19, so lunch, dinner, or late-night snack - it all counts! Bring a copy of the flyer or use the code: MODGIVES25 when ordering online.

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 are still three events left.

Wednesday, October 16, 7–8 pm, Meeting link.

Thursday, October 24, 12–1 pm, Meeting link.

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

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

LWPTSA Council is pleased to announce the expansion of the award-winning Lake Washington High School College Essay Workshop (CEW). Started in 2015, the program provides seniors with college application essay and personal statement support. We also steer students in the right direction for any additional help they may need. Trained CEW volunteers help students with their college application essays, personal statements and supplements. Encourage your student to join us!

COLLEGE ESSAY WORKSHOP SIGN UP

Look for in-person tutor sessions at RHS on the following Thursdays: October 17, October 31 and November 14.

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 endorses 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.

Sunday, October 13 — Doorbelling in Redmond.

Thursday, October 17 — Phonebanking and texting.

Saturday, October 19 — Doorbelling in Kirkland.

SEE ALL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES SIGN UP

Register for the WA State Legislative Assembly

Join PTSA members from across the state for the 46th annual WSPTA Legislative Assembly from Saturday, October 26 to Sunday, October 27 at Seattle Pacific University. This incredible weekend of advocacy and education will include networking, training, guest speakers and panels. Delegates will discuss, debate, and vote on new issues and resolutions, including the adoption of WSPTA’s 2024-2026 legislative platform and top five issues.

Your voice matters! Register by Monday, October 14. Visit the Advocacy page on our website for more details.

ASVAB Test- Pathway Option

The ASVAB test is one option to cover your pathway requirement. The ASVAB is a vocational aptitude test that is not just for students interested in going into the military. A score of 31 on the ASVB meets one of the graduation pathway requirements plus it helps students identify potential career fields where their strengths will be an asset.

Students can sign up for the Wednesday, October 16 ASVAB test here.

The last day to sign up is Monday, October 14. Please sign up early especially if you have special requests. Questions? Email College and Career Guidance Specialist Rose Wu at rwu@lwsd.org.

RHS Annual College Fair

The RHS Annual College Fair is open to all students and families in the Lake Washington School District community. This fair, which will include college reps from over 50 institutions and some military reps, will take place on Monday, October 21 from 5:30-7:30pm in the school cafeteria. We will also offer a FAFSA/WASFA Info Session in the Library and the UW Info Session in the College and Career Center from 6:30-7:30pm as part of the college fair night. Sign-ups are not needed but plan your time accordingly.

Prior to the fair, it may be helpful to consider the following factors in choosing which colleges you are interested in:

The size of the institution you want to attend.

The major(s) you wish to study.

Do you want to attend a two-year, four-year, single-sex, or religious-affiliated school?

Do you want to participate in athletics, clubs, fraternities, sororities, or special programs such as study abroad or cooperative education?

Research the colleges attending the fair to determine if they meet your search criteria and your best fit.

A list of the colleges will be present to meet with you.

Check for updates to the list under the RHS CCC Events Calendar on the College and Career Center website.

If you have any questions about the event, please email Ms. Wu at rwu@lwsd.org for assistance.

Financial Aid Info Session

Join us at our Financial Aid Workshop on Monday, October 21 from 6:30-7:30pm in the RHS Library for an overview on Financial Aid (FAFSA/WASFA), receive individualized support, troubleshoot challenges and Q&A.

Jefferson Scholarship: Full Merit-Based Scholarship to the University of Virginia

Jefferson Scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who demonstrate excellence and exceptional potential in the areas of leadership, scholarship, and engaged citizenship. Recipients receive the entire cost of attendance at UVA and many supplemental enrichment experiences—a value of nearly $364,000.

Criteria:

The Jefferson Scholars Foundation seeks to attract to the University of Virginia the most promising student leaders in the world, individuals who demonstrate superior potential for providing exceptional contributions to the University as students and to the world at large as alumni of the University. In granting the awards, the Foundation looks for excellence in:

1. Leadership ability
2. Scholarship ability
3. Responsible citizenship

To be eligible to compete, a nominee must:

1. Be an enrolled member of the current graduating class who has not yet received a diploma.
2. Be selected by their school as the nominee.
3. Not have been previously nominated for a Jefferson or Walentas Scholarship.

If you meet the criteria and would like to be nominated for the Jefferson Scholarship, please email Ms. Wu at rwu@lwsd.org by Sunday, October 20 to address how you meet the stated criteria: Excellence in leadership ability, scholarship ability, and responsible citizenship. The selected nominee will be notified by Ms. Wu around Friday, November 15. See details on the CCC web page under the Scholarship and the RHS CCC Events Calendars.

Look for more opportunities on the bulletin boards down the hall from the CCC and on the CCC web page under the following calendars: Student Opportunities, RHS CCC Events, LWSD Community Events or the Scholarship Deadline.

Washington Aerospace Scholars

Washington Aerospace Scholars (WAS) is an online distance learning course and summer experience specifically designed for high school juniors interested in pursuing STEM pathways through the exploration of space and space travel. This program provides the opportunity to earn five science credits through the University of Washington!

Program participants must be high school juniors (11th grade) and residents of Washington. The application deadline is Tuesday, October 22. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis while space lasts.

More information can be found here.