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Hale Daily Bulletin Thursday, November 20th

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Nathan Hale High School Daily Bulletin

Sports Happenings:

(https://www.metroleaguewa.org/)

11/20     3:15pm Varsity Bowling vs Ballard HS at Spin Alley

Students:

Thursday Clubs:  BSU (Black Student Union)-A lunch-2141, CAPS (Coalition of Asian and Pacific Students)-B lunch-1102, Climate Justice Club-A lunch-2149, Comic Bood Club-B lunch-2132, Dance Club-A lunch-Black Box, Global Affair and Diplomacy Club-B lunch-2121, History and Politics Club-A lunch-2130, JSU (Jewish Student Union)-B lunch-1115, Make-A-Wish-A lunch-1130, MESA Club-B lunch-1126, Podcast Club-after school-1203/Radio, Politics Unplugged-B lunch-2130, Raiders (Girls) Who Code-B lunch-2105

Check out the list of Hale Clubs posted in the hallway across from the vending machines!

Hale Students if you leave campus during lunch time, please make good choices and respect our neighbors, local businesses and people houseless around our campus. We are getting reports of unacceptable behavior by Hale students during lunch time. Students who fail to follow this expectation of being honorable during lunch time may lose the off-campus privilege. We encourage students to stay within campus boundaries during lunch time for student safety. Thank you, Principal Grimes

Respect the House! Students, please be sure to clean up after yourself if you spill in the hallway. If you need help from a custodian, please let an adult know.

Students are to park only in the Student parking lot or on the street. The Staff and East parking lots are for staff only and require staff parking permits. If the Student parking lot is full you will need to find street parking. Do not park in disabled spots. We will be placing stickers on student cars that are parked in staff lots. Please obey the posted speed limit in the Student parking lot and surrounding streets.

Drama club is hosting a Performing Arts Showcase in the PAC this Friday November 21st at 7PM. Sign ups are now closed, but no ticket is needed to attend and the event is completely free.

Want something fun to do after school? Join the girls’ bowling team!  We need more bowlers. No experience needed—come hang out, meet new friends, and roll some strikes!  If interested, please sign up today on Final Forms.  Questions?  Contact Coach Ken – kcduncan@seattleschools.org

Girls & Boys Wrestling practice has started but it’s not too late to join us! Practice is from 4 to 6 pm in the upper south Gym! We don’t have tryouts, just show up! Be sure to get all paperwork in via Final Forms and be sure your child has their physical up to date.  14 weight class for boys and girls starting at 100 lbs. Option of singlet or shorts and t-shirt for competition. Contact: Head Coach James Raptis 206-406-0546 jcraptis@aol.com

CeCe Chan from the WA NAACP Youth Council will be here on Thursday, November 20th in Room 2141 recruiting new student leaders to share their voices and make a difference. There are two openings for students to represent Nathan Hale. A stipend is provided.

Join Black Student Union in making a difference by donating socks and gloves to help Maple Leaf Village families. There will be a box in the Main Office to collect donations, now through December 18th.

Attention Athletes! PE Waivers are now available in the Main Office. PE Waivers are available for all 10th, 11th and 12th grade students who have completed the fall season in a school sponsored sport. Make sure the PE Waiver is signed by both your coach and parent/guardian and turn it into the Main Office. Due by November 28th.

Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) TOUR – APRIL 12-25, 2026 – This tour travels to 9 states visiting 23 college/universities. If you are interested in more information see Ms. Roberson or contact the NW Black Pioneers at (206) 420-8769 or (206) 255-0220

Are you interested in earning PE credit for swimming or learning to swim? Whether you are already a strong swimmer or can’t stay afloat yet, you can learn skills to stay safe, improve your technique or fitness and have fun in the pool, the lake, or the sound all summer long!  Talk to your counselor about signing up for swimming during 1st period, second semester with Mr. Renes at Meadowbrook Pool.

Pick up your ASB sticker in the Main Office. Please come before school, during lunch or after school. Do not come during passing period. You must have your Student ID card with you to receive the sticker.

Seniors:

Seniors! Nathan Hale Financial Aid night will be on Thursday November 20th from 5:30- 7:00 pm in the Nathan Hale library. There will be an informational session on the FAFSA/WASFA with a representative from North Seattle community college available to answer your question. Please mark your calendars!

Students need to bring:

  • If under age 24, their parent/guardian, if available
  • Laptop (or they will have several laptops available for use)
  • Social Security number or card, or alien registration card (if not a US citizen)
  • Driver’s license or state identification card
  • Any income information, a W-2 or pay stub, and a copy of last filed student tax return or bank statements
  • FSA ID (if you have one)

Parents/Guardians need to bring:

  • Any additional financial information, such as child support statements, TANF or benefits information, or family business information
  • Social Security number or card, or alien registration (if not a US citizen)
  • Driver’s license or state identification card
  • Financial information, W-2 forms, a copy of last filed tax return, and other records of any money earned in 2022

Seniors! If your first-choice school is Washington State, please contact your school counselor to learn more about the Regents Scholarship program. 2 Hale students may be nominated for this scholarship opportunity at WSU!

Seniors: Submit your senior portraits and baby photos for the yearbook by Dec. 1. The online portal is now open to submit a senior portrait and a baby photo for inclusion in this year’s NHHS yearbook. Submissions are optional and free.If you choose not to submit a portrait, we will use your current student ID photo. All senior photos and baby photos must be submitted by December 1 to be considered for inclusion. See the Hale yearbook webpage (https://halehs.seattleschools.org/student-life/yearbook/) for more information about portrait guidelines and how to submit.

Senior SPREE tickets are on sale now!  Tickets are on sale for a limited time for $175.  Checks made payable to NHSPREE can be dropped off at the SPREE mailbox in the mail office.  Please write your student’s name on the check. Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here!  Please consider making a donation or paying the full price of $250. Email nhspree@gmail.com with questions.

Volunteer/Learning Opportunities:

Volunteer for the Luminaria Walk at Meadowbrook Pond and earn Service Learning Hours!

11/20, 4-8pm:  Prep Crew. Help fill bags with sand and organize supplies.

12/6, 3:30-5:30pm:  Set-Up Crew. Line trails with luminarias and bring the glow to life.

12/6, 7-9pm:  Clean-Up Crew. Help collect bags and supplies after the walk.

After school tutoring is available after school every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 3:40 – 5pm, and every Wednesday 2:20 – 4pm at the Meadowbrook Teen Life Center!

Homework help is available at the Lake City Library! It’s free and available every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 4:30-7:30pm (free meals/snacks for 18 and under between 5:30-6:30pm). Spanish is spoken fluently by 1 tutor on Thursday evenings and we also have 2 tutors who speak Amharic fluently who fill in on different evenings.

Ms. Lyndsey and Ms. Chereen are looking for students to volunteer in the Clothing Closet. If you are needing service hours and like to organize or to shop, please come see us in Portable 4 or email Ms. Chereen at chkwon@seattleschools.org.

Parents/Families:

Hi Hale families! The Sentinel, Nathan Hale’s newspaper, is writing an article on holiday recipes and would love your help. Have a cozy holiday treat you make every year? Add your recipes and share with the Hale community! Family winter holiday recipes – Fill out form. Thank you so much!

Raiders Helping Raiders! As we near the winter holiday season, NHCO is running a gift card drive to benefit students and families at Hale. If you would like to contribute to the purchase of gift cards to support our Hale community, there are three ways to do so:

1) Drop off gift cards ideally in $25 amounts to the main office. Families appreciate gift cards from Safeway, Grocery Outlet, QFC and Target. 

2) Venmo funds to @juila-mitzel and indicate this is for gift cards. I will purchase cards and deliver to school. 

3)  Donate online at the Alliance for Education. We will designate any donations for the last half of November toward gift cards.  https://www.alliance4ed.org/give/school-account/?sid=163

Gift cards will be distributed by school counselors in a confidential manner to Hale students/families in need. If you have any questions, please contact Julia Mitzel at jmitzel@yahoo.com. THANK YOU!!

The Meadowbrook Pond Luminaria Walk is December 6th, 5:00pm-7:30pm. Join us for lantern-lit pathways, live music and community!

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) remains committed to supporting students and families in every season, especially during times of crisis. Read more here.

Are you or your family struggling with food insecurity or other resource needs? Please fill out a Student Support Request Form using the QR codes posted around school, or talk to Chereen or Ms. Lyndsey in Portable 4.

Students can pick up a Friday food pack from the Counseling Center every Friday after school. You do not need to be signed up!

Please sign up for Free/Reduced lunch! If you are unsure if you are signed up or need help, please visit the Main Office or Portable 4.

If you think your student qualifies for FREE OR REDUCED MEALS, please complete the application ASAP. Even if you were approved last year, you must reapply every school year.  The quickest way to have your application reviewed is to apply online at https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/culinary-services/free-and-reduced-price-meals/. We also have printed forms in the Main Office.

Contact the Attendance Office directly at 206-252-3684 or email halehs.attendance@seattleschools.org

to report an Absence, Late Arrival or Early Dismissal.

Student Store:  Monday-Friday:  TSA Café

Remember, the student store is always cash only and your purchase supports programs here at Hale.

Lunch:  TODAY:  Pretzel Dog w/ Fries or Gyro  Friday:  Chicken Tenders w/ Fries or Pizza

Ensuring that all students become honorable, skillful, thinking, global citizens.

There are three ways to Make an Appointment with your counselor:

  1. Use the links below (use your SPS email).
  2. Use the QR code on the pink poster in your teacher’s room (use your SPS email).
  3. Or see Ms. Francine Cunningham in the Counseling office.

Once you make an appointment, a Request to Report (a Pass) will be sent prior to your meeting.

Counselor drop-in hours: MTThF 8:30AM-8:45AM, 3:40-4PM    
Wednesday 8:30AM-8:45AM, 1:50PM-2:25PM

Krsto Budech
(Tues/Thurs/Fri (A-Ga 9th/10th/11th, A-Gom 12th)
ksbudech@seattleschools.org
Schedule an appointment:  Book time to meet with Krsto Budech

Kristie Thompson, (Ge-N)
kcthompson@seattleschools.org 
Schedule an appointment:  Ms. Thompson’s calendar

Kelly Creech, (O-Z) klcreech@seattleschools.org 
Schedule an appointment:  Ms. Creech’s calendar

Francine Cunningham, Counseling Secretary
frcunningham@seattleschools.org  206-252-3694

Lyndsey Johnson, SchoolSocial Worker
lbjohnson1@seattleschools.org
Schedule an appointment: Book an appointment with Lyndsey Johnson!

Free Meals for Students: You may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. In all Seattle schools, students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals receive meals at no cost. You must reapply every year. Qualification is based on household income.  Applications have a quick turnaround time and may take as little as 3 days to process.

Students who qualify receive additional benefits including reduced fees for the following programs.

  • Event Fees
  • College in the High School tuition
  • Advanced Placement Tests
  • Associated Student Body (ASB) Fees
  • Pre-College Exams (PSAT/SAT/ACT)
  • Running Start Books and fees

If accessing this bulletin through the Nathan Hale website, cut and paste the link into your browser.

 Ensuring that all students become honorable, skillful, thinking, global citizens.

There are three ways to make an appointment with your counselor:

  1. Use the links below (use your SPS email)
  2. Use the QR code on the yellow poster in your teacher’s room (use your SPS email)
  3. See Ms. Francine Cunningham in the Counseling Office

Once you make an appointment, a Request to Report (a Pass) will be sent prior to your meeting. Counselor drop-in hours: MTThF 8:30AM – 8:45AM, 3:40 – 4:00PM
Wednesday 8:30 – 8:45AM, 1:50 – 2:25PM

Free Meals for Students: You may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. In all Seattle schools, students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals receive meals at no cost. You must reapply every year. Qualification is based on household income.  Applications have a quick turnaround time and may take as little as 3 days to process.

Students who qualify receive additional benefits including reduced fees for the following programs.

  • Event Fees
  • College in the High School tuition
  • Advanced Placement Tests
  • Associated Student Body (ASB) Fees
  • Pre-College Exams (PSAT/SAT/ACT)
  • Running Start Books and fees

If you are accessing this bulletin through the Nathan Hale website, you must cut and paste the link into your browser.

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