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Hale Daily Bulletin Thursday, November 6th

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Nathan Hale High School Daily Bulletin

Sports Happenings:

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

11/6      

5pm Varsity Soccer vs Lindberg HS at NEAC Stadium Field

6pm Varsity Football vs Evergreen HS at Highline Memorial Stadium

7pm Varsity Volleyball vs Cedarcrest HS at Evergreen HS              

11/8      

State Cross Country Championships at Sun Willows Golf Course

Students:

Thursday Clubs:  Anime Club-B lunch-P2, 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

Class of 2029 / 9th Grade Elections. 9th grade elections have almost begun! Intent-to-run packets will be available to 9th graders following their meeting on 10/22. More intent-to-run forms will be available in the main office.

Below is a timeline of the election:

  • 10/22– 9th grade meeting, Intent to Run packets available
  • 10/24– Q+A with Zoba and Swarts during A lunch
  • 10/30 – Intent-to-run packet and personal fact sheet due in the main office by 4pm
  • 11/3 – Mandatory applicant meeting with Tina and Swarts during B lunch
  • 11/5 – Speeches during mentorship/9th grade meeting
  • 11/7 – Elections during history class

Veteran’s Day Volunteers Needed:  We are excited to create a special video project to honor and express our gratitude to our nation’s veterans. We are looking for veterans who would be willing to share their stories with our students through interviews. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to learn about the experiences and sacrifices of those who have served our country. If you or someone you know would like to participate, please contact Coach Brown at aibrown@seattleschools.org by November 7th. Thank you for your support!

Come see Hale’s fall play 12 Angry Jurors!  Twelve strangers are tasked to decide the fate of a young man accused of murder. As tensions rise, personal beliefs, histories, and prejudices collide. Experience the courtroom drama on November 6th, 7th, and 8th at 7pm, as well as a sensory friendly performance at 2pm on the November 8th. Tickets are $7 for students with ASB, $10 without ASB, and $15 for adults. Buy tickets here.

Submit a yearbook name change by Monday, November 10. Have you recently transitioned? Do you use a different name at school than what Seattle Public Schools (SPS) has on record? Use this form if you are a current Hale student who would like the NHHS Heritage Yearbook to use a different name for you than the name that is registered with SPS: https://forms.office.com/r/9vRbbXivYv. The yearbook publishes students’ first and last names as they appear in The Source unless a student submits this form. Questions? Talk with yearbook adviser Ms. Cokelet.

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! 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:

Native Youth Book Club! Join us for a free 6 week program online starting November 6th at 6pm. All Native middle and high school students are welcome! More info here.

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:

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

Hello Hale families, you may have missed it in your student’s packet but it’s not too late to donate to NHCO (Nathan Hale Community Organization). The NHCO sponsors and hosts many different events throughout the academic year, from teacher appreciation week to hospitality for school projects and events. We fell short of our goal so please consider a donation. Thank you so much.Donate here and select Nathan Hale High School Community Organization.

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:  Tuesday-Friday:  Fall Play Snacks and Merchandise Sale

Lunch:  TODAY:  Pizza  Friday:  Chicken Tenders w/ Fries

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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