Weekly Bulletin 11/28/11
SALMONBAYK-8 WEEKLY BULLETIN
“Building small learning communities – connecting every child”
Main Office phone: 252-1720, Attendance: 252-1728, Fax: 252-1721
Website: www.salmonbayschool.org
Elementary Volunteer Coordinator: Megan Ratcliffe 252-1730 mcratcliffe@seattleschools.org
Middle school Volunteer Coordinator: Caitlin Racey 252-1731
Monday November 28th, 2011
Upcoming Events Calendar:
NOVEMBER
29th Tuesday AS Picture Retake Day
30th Wednesday AS Banking Window Open – Family Room Window – 8:00 AM
DECEMBER
1st Thursday AS "Finding Kind" for Salmon Bay Parents- Ballard High Auditorium 7:00 PM
8th Thursday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 7:00PM
9th Friday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 7:00 PM
10th Saturday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 2:00 PM
10th Saturday AS Rock Fer FOSB- Ballard Eagles, 7 PM
15th Thursday MS Geography Bee- 5th and 6th periods-Salmon Bay Auditorium
15th Thursday AS Friends of Salmon Bay Parent meeting- 7:30 Library
16th Friday MS Rollerskating Party - Daytime
16th Friday ES Lantern Daytime Celebration 8:30 AM Stage area
16th Friday AS 1 Hour Early Dismissal
16th Friday ES Lantern Evening Celebration 6:30 Salmon Bay Park
19th- January 2nd AS Winter Break!
JANUARY
3rd Tuesday AS First day back to school!
PRINCIPAL’S NOTE
DearSalmon BayFamilies:
Welcome back to school! I hope you had a refreshing and happy holiday break.
You probably already know through the bulletin that Salmon Bay will be showing the documentary “Finding Kind” this week to middle school students. The film has been well received in other schools, and after previewing it with Anthony, we decided to show it here as well. Middle students will see the movie on Thursday morning, followed up with discussions in their home room groups, and further follow up on Friday. We will make certain that students include all types of bullying in their discussions and reflection, not just girl-to-girl bullying. There is an opportunity for parents to view the film as well, on Thursday, December 1st, at 7pm, in the Ballard High School auditorium. Please remember that this event is not open to friends and relatives, but the space is limited just to parents of Salmon Bay. As we have previously shared with you, this film is not appropriate for elementary aged students. Since our middle school students will have already seen the film during the day, there is no need to have students attend this showing. We want to also thank FOSB, our parent group, for co-funding the event with us. There is an important reason why our first rule at Salmon Bay is to be kind….and this will give us a great opportunity to have meaningful conversations with our middle school students.
Thank you for your conscientious participation in school conferences last week. We know that when parents do participate in their child’s education in ways like this, and by attending their performances, games and school events, it solidifies the child’s every-day engagement and effort as well. Many of your conferences may have been “student led” and this is one more way we use to further develop our alternative school philosophy to have students own their education, and to become strong independent learners and thinkers.
Thank you for all you do to support your child at Salmon Bay School.
Have a good week.
Jodee Reed, principal
ELEMENTARY VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR’S NOTE
Tis the season to be thankful – all the things I am thankful for at Salmon Bay this week…
Our new stage curtains– Goodness Stephen McGehee, Glyde&crew – you are terrific. Our former stage curtains were older than our dear old school and needed to move along. And now they have, so take this opportunity to check out the new, beautiful stage curtains during morning sing, the all school Tom Sawyer performance next week or our upcoming Elementary Lantern Festival on December 16th, 8:30 AM. – or just walk into the stage area and be amazed. Thank you all.
Our hardworking garden committee- Gracious Jen Millen and crew – you are unstoppable in your commitment to maintain the outer grounds of our beloved school. Thanks to you all.
Our wildly successful fall bookfair- Good Golly Lisa Dunn and all of her bookfair crew – your efforts made the weekend bookfair a huge success. (Special thanks to Audrey L, Drew D, Kenny M, Mary Ann C, Dorothy J, Amy G, Mary K, Glyde K and all of the student performers) Amounts are still being tallied but the word is from the UW Bookstore, “We love Salmon Bay”. Beyond supporting our library with funds, the bookstore staff continues to remark on the strong community feel that comes from the Salmon Bay families when they attend, participate, shop, hang out, listen, help out and look like they are really enjoying themselves. Next week… proceed amount
Our awesome PE teacher, MR. G– Holy Rollers!! Mr G is on the hunt for gently used roller skates and roller blades that you no longer want or need. Donations can be dropped off in his gym.
Our dedicated Friends Of Salmon Bay parent board – Heavens to betsy – Our committed FOSB parent board meets each month to craft, discuss, decide and plan for our year. Our December Meeting will be held on Thursday December 15th, - new date, and held at 7:30, new time. It will be located in the same place though…. In our library, at 7:30, on Thursday Dec 15th.
Our unexpectedly popular elementary early morning yogaclass – my oh my how successful our yoga class became. For the month of December, there will be no early morning yoga. Thanks Becky for the great instruction.
Our “Yes we can” Playground Committee– gosh, what would we do without them. This committee is on tract with fundraising ideas, equipment plans, 2012 timelines and community awareness. It is continually rewarding to see how the playground is coming together. Thank you all.
And you!! Thank you for doing all of the above and responding to all the calls for help in and around the classroom and school. What a gift you are. Enjoy your week. Megan
MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR’S NOTE
HelloMiddle SchoolFamilies-
I hope your holiday break was relaxing and fulfilling (and filling) and that you are back ready for a whirlwind three weeks until Winter Break!
Thank You to the New Curtain Crew! A hardworking group led by Steve McGehee and our drama teacher Glyde have gotten us new curtains for our stage area. Thanks to all involved for all your work in keeping our school beautiful!
Picture Retake Day- Tuesday November 29th- If your student did not get their picture taken or would like retakes then this is the day for it. Bring in your order form for first time pictures or your picture packet for retakes.
"Finding Kind" Screening for Salmon Bay Parents- Thursday December 1st Ballard High School Auditorium 7pm. Middle School students will be seeing this during the day on Thursday and this is an opportunity for their parents to see it as well. If you have any questions please reply to this email.
Mr. G Needs Some Wheels! If you have any roller skates or roller blades (or other PE equipment) sitting around not being used, Mr. G would love to take them off your hands. Next week is skating week so let us know if you can help out.
December FOSB Meeting Date Change/Time change- New Date is Thursday December 15th- Salmon Bay Library at 7:30 pm (for December only). So that our FOSB meeting isn't competing with the fabulous all school production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" we have a new meeting date.
All School Production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
Thursday December 8th @ 7pm
Friday December 9th @ 7pm
Saturday December 10th @ 2pm
Rock For FOSB-Saturday December 10th at the Ballard Eagles- doors open at 7pm. Come listen to fellow parents and their bands rock out! We will also be treated to the musical styling's of two Salmon Bay alumni, Alice Strassburger and Jonah Falk! Have fun listening to great music and raise money for our great school.
Enjoy the week! Caitlin
ALL SCHOOL INFORMATION
Hear ye hear ye! Upcoming Tom Sawyer Performance Information
“The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain, adapted for the stage by Glyde Hart King and Riley Richards is coming to Salmon Bay next week!
Performances are Thurs. Dec 8 @ 7pm, Fri Dec 9 @ 7pm and Sat Dec 10 @ 2pm.
Reserve your seats on this google doc:
Tickets are free. There are only 130 chairs so you should reserve one if you want to sit. Little kids like to sit on the floor in the front. Bigger kids like to stand in the back. But we only have so many chairs. Hope to see you at the show!
RE-TAKE PICTURE DAY COMING SOON, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH
Students and Staff that did not have their pictures taken on October 25th, MUST have it taken on Picture Re-Take day, Tuesday, November 29th in morning part of the day! Even if you do not want to order a portrait package, you MUST have your picture taken for other purposes.
Also, students and staff that are unhappy with their first picture can re-take their picture on Re-Take day by bringing the package back to school in its entirety and hand it directly to the photographer on picture re-take day. Lifetouch photographers will re-take your picture and order the same package for you. IF you want to order more pictures of your first portrait, then you may do so by filling out another form, (available in the main office), or you can go on-line to www.LifetouchPcDay.com to access more resources and information on how to order more pictures. Picture Package Envelopes and the order forms for Picture Re-Take day are available in the main office.
FRIENDS OF SALMON BAY PARENT/FAMILY INFORMATIONB
Auction News! MARCH 31st 2012 – Saturday 5:00 – 10:00 North Seattle Comm College
-----------------------------------
Auction News!
Have any ideas for a class project? Start talking with other parents in your class!
We are still looking for someone to take over the Check Out position. This could be the perfect fit for someone who wants to participate in a way that uses their super computer skills instead of their socializing skills. Know anyone who fits the bill? There will be training!
We have a facebook page! "Like" the Salmon Bay School Auction page to get more scoop!
Questions? Comments? e-mail Suzanne at suzaroo@gmail.com
DIRECT GIVING COMMITTEE UPDATE
“I can see my child flourishing in away he never has before. His teacher is creative, direct, clear, and encourages his unique personality to come forward.” - Salmon Bay parent
THANKS to all those families who have generously given to the direct giving campaign. If you haven't already, please give to support your child's learning at Salmon Bay. Every amount counts! We are 1/3 of the way to our goal and need your support!
Work Place Giving - if you work for a large employer (Microsoft, Boeing, City of Seattle, etc) you can give through your Workplace campaign. Just choose Salmon Bay or Friends of Salmon Bay on the list of non-profits. Please let Kate Banta-Green know if this is how you are giving.(bantagreen@gmail.com)
Matching Gifts - Corporate matching gifts are an easy way to increase the impact of your contribution. If your employer has a matching gift policy, (and you haven’t already done so) please request a form from your employer, fill out your section and send it to the Friends of Salmon Bay at the school's address (1810 NW 56th Street, 98117). We will verify your gift and return the form to your company who will then issue a matching gift contribution to the Friends of Salmon in your name. Please let Kate Banta-Green know if your company matches, so she can account for the match amount. (bantagreen@gmail.com)
Thanks for choosing and supporting Salmon Bay!
PIE NEWS:
Did you miss out on PIE's excellent speaker, Lori Gradinger, a couple of weeks ago? There is another chance for parents to hear her talk about communication and connection with your tweens and teens on December 6th at Greenwood Library....it's FREE.
"HOLDING THE CONTAINER OF CONNECTION"
The issue of connection takes a different form while our kids are teens.
It is not a 50/50 proposition and it is not simple.
Can Connection and Conflict co-exist?
If so, what does this look like?
What does it sound like?
How does this feel?
How can we stay calm and clear in the midst of our differences with our kids, our partners, other parents?And how do we articulate all of this to the kids?Let's talk.
I have been learning some great stuff about the development of the brain and the mind and the ways in which we can influence this process for our kids (and ourselves).
I hope you can join me…..feel free to send your questions/ issues ahead of time on e-mail.
GREENWOODLIBRARY, 6:15-7:45 pm
Tuesday, December 6th
Lori Gradinger, MSW
Communication Consulting
lori@courageouscommunication.net
www.courageouscommunication.net
206.679.1365
BOOK CLUB NIGHTS:
Friday, February 3rd at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, March 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
Hosted in the homes of P.I.E. members Zara Kublin and Karine Dammer
The February book will be “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” and the March book will be “Free-Range Kids” Please come to one or both! These books were chosen for their ability to spark lively discussion of hot-button parenting issues.
“Tiger Mother” raises questions about how to parent in our high-pressure times: when to give a push and when to step back; how to know the difference between encouraging our children and pressuring them; how do we step out of this rat race without worrying that we might be "leaving our children behind?”
“Free-Range Kids” focuses on the child’s physical independence: how to balance our fears for our children’s safety with our urge to protect them; how overprotection can keep them from becoming confident and independent; what are real risks and what are perceived risks?
Bring your wisdom, your anxiety, and your total cluelessness!
Snacks and drinks provided.
Contact Zara Kublin zkublin@hotmail.com
NEW SCRIP NEWS!
If you haven't managed to get all of your holiday shopping done just yet, come on down to the scrip table! We might just have something for you! You could use a gift card to shop, or buy one to give away. Either way, we all win. Yay for winning!
Here are the cards we have at the moment: Fred Meyer/QFC, Safeway,Amazon, Little Caesars, Barnes & Noble, Claire's, JcPenny, Macy's, Big 5, Gymboree, LL Bean, Jiffy Lube, Groupon, Shutterfly, AMC,Regal, PCC
Scrip table is personed M-F 8:15-8:45am and M/W 2:15-2:45pm.
:) Suzanne, Amy and Teresa
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARBOOKS
This is your last week to order a 2011-’12 middle school yearbook.
Bring your checks/cash to Glyde in Room 306 at the beginning of the day (before homeroom).
$20/$15 reduced lunch.
Don’t put it off any longer!
Glyde and the Yearbook Committee
TEEN NIGHT AT BALLARD POOL!
Friday evenings at Ballard Pool teens swim for $2 and receive a free slide bracelet upon showing their middle school or high school photo ID. The last Friday Ballard Pool of each month is FREE for students showing middle school or high school photo ID!
FREEon Fridays: November 18 and December 30
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Teen Space - Ballard Branch Library
Teen Space is a place to drop in and hang out at the Ballard Branch Library. Snacks, board games or a DIY project. See what new books have come in recently, too. It's fun. Bring a friend and drop by Sunday Nov. 6th between 2:00 - 4:30 pm (6th grade and up)
Ballard Branch Library
5614 22nd Ave NW
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SNOW SPORT OPPORTUNITY
Interested in getting your kids cross-country skiing -- and getting in some ski time yourself? Three, four and eight week programs offered at Summit East's Nordic Center are fun for everyone, ages 4 and up through teen racers. Each year the eight-week classes have an adventure theme and this year the elementary - middle school young skiers will be on a "Beyonders" quest. For more info, see: http://home.comcast.net/~karelzikan/JP/ (This page also has information for the Snoqualmie Nordic Club ski swap coming up this Friday, 12/2)
Salmon Bay Alumna Helen Miller (Ballard High, '13) will be instructing in this program for her third year (following eight years as a student).
Salmon Bay Mom’s Kickball
Come have fun with Salmon Bay moms playing kickball! No experience
necessary- everyone welcome.
Second Saturday (12/10) every month 10 AM @ Greenwood Elementary playground (80th N & 1st Ave N) Just show up or contact Lisa Crozier for more information. 784.7563.
SPACE TO CREATE NEWS: www.spacetocreate.net
Adopt-a-Family/Gift making Event on Dec. 2 from 5 - 9
Wednesday Art Time for 5th - 8th graders Nov. 30 - Dec. 14 (gift making if desired)
Gift Making Class Thursdays Dec. 1, 8, 15
Winter Break Open Studio Dec. 19 - 23 from 9:30 - 1 (one or more days)
For details please visit our web site or call us. Thanks.
SALMONBAYK-8 WEEKLY BULLETIN
“Building small learning communities – connecting every child”
Main Office phone: 252-1720, Attendance: 252-1728, Fax: 252-1721
Website: www.salmonbayschool.org
Elementary Volunteer Coordinator: Megan Ratcliffe 252-1730 mcratcliffe@seattleschools.org
Middle school Volunteer Coordinator: Caitlin Racey 252-1731
Monday November 28th, 2011
Upcoming Events Calendar:
NOVEMBER
29th Tuesday AS Picture Retake Day
30th Wednesday AS Banking Window Open – Family Room Window – 8:00 AM
DECEMBER
1st Thursday AS "Finding Kind" for Salmon Bay Parents- Ballard High Auditorium 7:00 PM
8th Thursday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 7:00PM
9th Friday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 7:00 PM
10th Saturday AS "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" All school play- Auditorium 2:00 PM
10th Saturday AS Rock Fer FOSB- Ballard Eagles, 7 PM
15th Thursday MS Geography Bee- 5th and 6th periods-Salmon Bay Auditorium
15th Thursday AS Friends of Salmon Bay Parent meeting- 7:30 Library
16th Friday MS Rollerskating Party - Daytime
16th Friday ES Lantern Daytime Celebration 8:30 AM Stage area
16th Friday AS 1 Hour Early Dismissal
16th Friday ES Lantern Evening Celebration 6:30 Salmon Bay Park
19th- January 2nd AS Winter Break!
JANUARY
3rd Tuesday AS First day back to school!
PRINCIPAL’S NOTE
DearSalmon BayFamilies:
Welcome back to school! I hope you had a refreshing and happy holiday break.
You probably already know through the bulletin that Salmon Bay will be showing the documentary “Finding Kind” this week to middle school students. The film has been well received in other schools, and after previewing it with Anthony, we decided to show it here as well. Middle students will see the movie on Thursday morning, followed up with discussions in their home room groups, and further follow up on Friday. We will make certain that students include all types of bullying in their discussions and reflection, not just girl-to-girl bullying. There is an opportunity for parents to view the film as well, on Thursday, December 1st, at 7pm, in the Ballard High School auditorium. Please remember that this event is not open to friends and relatives, but the space is limited just to parents of Salmon Bay. As we have previously shared with you, this film is not appropriate for elementary aged students. Since our middle school students will have already seen the film during the day, there is no need to have students attend this showing. We want to also thank FOSB, our parent group, for co-funding the event with us. There is an important reason why our first rule at Salmon Bay is to be kind….and this will give us a great opportunity to have meaningful conversations with our middle school students.
Thank you for your conscientious participation in school conferences last week. We know that when parents do participate in their child’s education in ways like this, and by attending their performances, games and school events, it solidifies the child’s every-day engagement and effort as well. Many of your conferences may have been “student led” and this is one more way we use to further develop our alternative school philosophy to have students own their education, and to become strong independent learners and thinkers.
Thank you for all you do to support your child at Salmon Bay School.
Have a good week.
Jodee Reed, principal
ELEMENTARY VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR’S NOTE
Tis the season to be thankful – all the things I am thankful for at Salmon Bay this week…
Our new stage curtains– Goodness Stephen McGehee, Glyde&crew – you are terrific. Our former stage curtains were older than our dear old school and needed to move along. And now they have, so take this opportunity to check out the new, beautiful stage curtains during morning sing, the all school Tom Sawyer performance next week or our upcoming Elementary Lantern Festival on December 16th, 8:30 AM. – or just walk into the stage area and be amazed. Thank you all.
Our hardworking garden committee- Gracious Jen Millen and crew – you are unstoppable in your commitment to maintain the outer grounds of our beloved school. Thanks to you all.
Our wildly successful fall bookfair- Good Golly Lisa Dunn and all of her bookfair crew – your efforts made the weekend bookfair a huge success. (Special thanks to Audrey L, Drew D, Kenny M, Mary Ann C, Dorothy J, Amy G, Mary K, Glyde K and all of the student performers) Amounts are still being tallied but the word is from the UW Bookstore, “We love Salmon Bay”. Beyond supporting our library with funds, the bookstore staff continues to remark on the strong community feel that comes from the Salmon Bay families when they attend, participate, shop, hang out, listen, help out and look like they are really enjoying themselves. Next week… proceed amount
Our awesome PE teacher, MR. G– Holy Rollers!! Mr G is on the hunt for gently used roller skates and roller blades that you no longer want or need. Donations can be dropped off in his gym.
Our dedicated Friends Of Salmon Bay parent board – Heavens to betsy – Our committed FOSB parent board meets each month to craft, discuss, decide and plan for our year. Our December Meeting will be held on Thursday December 15th, - new date, and held at 7:30, new time. It will be located in the same place though…. In our library, at 7:30, on Thursday Dec 15th.
Our unexpectedly popular elementary early morning yogaclass – my oh my how successful our yoga class became. For the month of December, there will be no early morning yoga. Thanks Becky for the great instruction.
Our “Yes we can” Playground Committee– gosh, what would we do without them. This committee is on tract with fundraising ideas, equipment plans, 2012 timelines and community awareness. It is continually rewarding to see how the playground is coming together. Thank you all.
And you!! Thank you for doing all of the above and responding to all the calls for help in and around the classroom and school. What a gift you are. Enjoy your week. Megan
MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR’S NOTE
HelloMiddle SchoolFamilies-
I hope your holiday break was relaxing and fulfilling (and filling) and that you are back ready for a whirlwind three weeks until Winter Break!
Thank You to the New Curtain Crew! A hardworking group led by Steve McGehee and our drama teacher Glyde have gotten us new curtains for our stage area. Thanks to all involved for all your work in keeping our school beautiful!
Picture Retake Day- Tuesday November 29th- If your student did not get their picture taken or would like retakes then this is the day for it. Bring in your order form for first time pictures or your picture packet for retakes.
"Finding Kind" Screening for Salmon Bay Parents- Thursday December 1st Ballard High School Auditorium 7pm. Middle School students will be seeing this during the day on Thursday and this is an opportunity for their parents to see it as well. If you have any questions please reply to this email.
Mr. G Needs Some Wheels! If you have any roller skates or roller blades (or other PE equipment) sitting around not being used, Mr. G would love to take them off your hands. Next week is skating week so let us know if you can help out.
December FOSB Meeting Date Change/Time change- New Date is Thursday December 15th- Salmon Bay Library at 7:30 pm (for December only). So that our FOSB meeting isn't competing with the fabulous all school production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" we have a new meeting date.
All School Production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
Thursday December 8th @ 7pm
Friday December 9th @ 7pm
Saturday December 10th @ 2pm
Rock For FOSB-Saturday December 10th at the Ballard Eagles- doors open at 7pm. Come listen to fellow parents and their bands rock out! We will also be treated to the musical styling's of two Salmon Bay alumni, Alice Strassburger and Jonah Falk! Have fun listening to great music and raise money for our great school.
Enjoy the week! Caitlin
ALL SCHOOL INFORMATION
Hear ye hear ye! Upcoming Tom Sawyer Performance Information
“The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain, adapted for the stage by Glyde Hart King and Riley Richards is coming to Salmon Bay next week!
Performances are Thurs. Dec 8 @ 7pm, Fri Dec 9 @ 7pm and Sat Dec 10 @ 2pm.
Reserve your seats on this google doc:
Tickets are free. There are only 130 chairs so you should reserve one if you want to sit. Little kids like to sit on the floor in the front. Bigger kids like to stand in the back. But we only have so many chairs. Hope to see you at the show!
RE-TAKE PICTURE DAY COMING SOON, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH
Students and Staff that did not have their pictures taken on October 25th, MUST have it taken on Picture Re-Take day, Tuesday, November 29th in morning part of the day! Even if you do not want to order a portrait package, you MUST have your picture taken for other purposes.
Also, students and staff that are unhappy with their first picture can re-take their picture on Re-Take day by bringing the package back to school in its entirety and hand it directly to the photographer on picture re-take day. Lifetouch photographers will re-take your picture and order the same package for you. IF you want to order more pictures of your first portrait, then you may do so by filling out another form, (available in the main office), or you can go on-line to www.LifetouchPcDay.com to access more resources and information on how to order more pictures. Picture Package Envelopes and the order forms for Picture Re-Take day are available in the main office.
FRIENDS OF SALMON BAY PARENT/FAMILY INFORMATIONB
Auction News! MARCH 31st 2012 – Saturday 5:00 – 10:00 North Seattle Comm College
-----------------------------------
Auction News!
Have any ideas for a class project? Start talking with other parents in your class!
We are still looking for someone to take over the Check Out position. This could be the perfect fit for someone who wants to participate in a way that uses their super computer skills instead of their socializing skills. Know anyone who fits the bill? There will be training!
We have a facebook page! "Like" the Salmon Bay School Auction page to get more scoop!
Questions? Comments? e-mail Suzanne at suzaroo@gmail.com
DIRECT GIVING COMMITTEE UPDATE
“I can see my child flourishing in away he never has before. His teacher is creative, direct, clear, and encourages his unique personality to come forward.” - Salmon Bay parent
THANKS to all those families who have generously given to the direct giving campaign. If you haven't already, please give to support your child's learning at Salmon Bay. Every amount counts! We are 1/3 of the way to our goal and need your support!
Work Place Giving - if you work for a large employer (Microsoft, Boeing, City of Seattle, etc) you can give through your Workplace campaign. Just choose Salmon Bay or Friends of Salmon Bay on the list of non-profits. Please let Kate Banta-Green know if this is how you are giving.(bantagreen@gmail.com)
Matching Gifts - Corporate matching gifts are an easy way to increase the impact of your contribution. If your employer has a matching gift policy, (and you haven’t already done so) please request a form from your employer, fill out your section and send it to the Friends of Salmon Bay at the school's address (1810 NW 56th Street, 98117). We will verify your gift and return the form to your company who will then issue a matching gift contribution to the Friends of Salmon in your name. Please let Kate Banta-Green know if your company matches, so she can account for the match amount. (bantagreen@gmail.com)
Thanks for choosing and supporting Salmon Bay!
PIE NEWS:
Did you miss out on PIE's excellent speaker, Lori Gradinger, a couple of weeks ago? There is another chance for parents to hear her talk about communication and connection with your tweens and teens on December 6th at Greenwood Library....it's FREE.
"HOLDING THE CONTAINER OF CONNECTION"
The issue of connection takes a different form while our kids are teens.
It is not a 50/50 proposition and it is not simple.
Can Connection and Conflict co-exist?
If so, what does this look like?
What does it sound like?
How does this feel?
How can we stay calm and clear in the midst of our differences with our kids, our partners, other parents?And how do we articulate all of this to the kids?Let's talk.
I have been learning some great stuff about the development of the brain and the mind and the ways in which we can influence this process for our kids (and ourselves).
I hope you can join me…..feel free to send your questions/ issues ahead of time on e-mail.
GREENWOODLIBRARY, 6:15-7:45 pm
Tuesday, December 6th
Lori Gradinger, MSW
Communication Consulting
lori@courageouscommunication.net
www.courageouscommunication.net
206.679.1365
BOOK CLUB NIGHTS:
Friday, February 3rd at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, March 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
Hosted in the homes of P.I.E. members Zara Kublin and Karine Dammer
The February book will be “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” and the March book will be “Free-Range Kids” Please come to one or both! These books were chosen for their ability to spark lively discussion of hot-button parenting issues.
“Tiger Mother” raises questions about how to parent in our high-pressure times: when to give a push and when to step back; how to know the difference between encouraging our children and pressuring them; how do we step out of this rat race without worrying that we might be "leaving our children behind?”
“Free-Range Kids” focuses on the child’s physical independence: how to balance our fears for our children’s safety with our urge to protect them; how overprotection can keep them from becoming confident and independent; what are real risks and what are perceived risks?
Bring your wisdom, your anxiety, and your total cluelessness!
Snacks and drinks provided.
Contact Zara Kublin zkublin@hotmail.com
NEW SCRIP NEWS!
If you haven't managed to get all of your holiday shopping done just yet, come on down to the scrip table! We might just have something for you! You could use a gift card to shop, or buy one to give away. Either way, we all win. Yay for winning!
Here are the cards we have at the moment: Fred Meyer/QFC, Safeway,Amazon, Little Caesars, Barnes & Noble, Claire's, JcPenny, Macy's, Big 5, Gymboree, LL Bean, Jiffy Lube, Groupon, Shutterfly, AMC,Regal, PCC
Scrip table is personed M-F 8:15-8:45am and M/W 2:15-2:45pm.
:) Suzanne, Amy and Teresa
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARBOOKS
This is your last week to order a 2011-’12 middle school yearbook.
Bring your checks/cash to Glyde in Room 306 at the beginning of the day (before homeroom).
$20/$15 reduced lunch.
Don’t put it off any longer!
Glyde and the Yearbook Committee
TEEN NIGHT AT BALLARD POOL!
Friday evenings at Ballard Pool teens swim for $2 and receive a free slide bracelet upon showing their middle school or high school photo ID. The last Friday Ballard Pool of each month is FREE for students showing middle school or high school photo ID!
FREEon Fridays: November 18 and December 30
7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Teen Space - Ballard Branch Library
Teen Space is a place to drop in and hang out at the Ballard Branch Library. Snacks, board games or a DIY project. See what new books have come in recently, too. It's fun. Bring a friend and drop by Sunday Nov. 6th between 2:00 - 4:30 pm (6th grade and up)
Ballard Branch Library
5614 22nd Ave NW
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
SNOW SPORT OPPORTUNITY
Interested in getting your kids cross-country skiing -- and getting in some ski time yourself? Three, four and eight week programs offered at Summit East's Nordic Center are fun for everyone, ages 4 and up through teen racers. Each year the eight-week classes have an adventure theme and this year the elementary - middle school young skiers will be on a "Beyonders" quest. For more info, see: http://home.comcast.net/~karelzikan/JP/ (This page also has information for the Snoqualmie Nordic Club ski swap coming up this Friday, 12/2)
Salmon Bay Alumna Helen Miller (Ballard High, '13) will be instructing in this program for her third year (following eight years as a student).
Salmon Bay Mom’s Kickball
Come have fun with Salmon Bay moms playing kickball! No experience
necessary- everyone welcome.
Second Saturday (12/10) every month 10 AM @ Greenwood Elementary playground (80th N & 1st Ave N) Just show up or contact Lisa Crozier for more information. 784.7563.
SPACE TO CREATE NEWS: www.spacetocreate.net
Adopt-a-Family/Gift making Event on Dec. 2 from 5 - 9
Wednesday Art Time for 5th - 8th graders Nov. 30 - Dec. 14 (gift making if desired)
Gift Making Class Thursdays Dec. 1, 8, 15
Winter Break Open Studio Dec. 19 - 23 from 9:30 - 1 (one or more days)
For details please visit our web site or call us. Thanks.
