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Hale Daily Bulletin Friday, January 17th

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Sports Happenings:

Metro League

1/17       3pm Girls Bowling vs Cleveland HS at West Seattle Bowl

              7pm Gymnastics vs Holy Names/Ingraham/West Seattle @NHHS

1/18       4pm/5:30pm JV/Varsity Girls Basketball vs Rainier Beach HS at NHHS

              7pm/8:30pm JV/Varsity Boys Basketball vs O’Dea HS at NHHS

Students:      

Semester 1 Finals Schedule:

Friday, January 24th:

Tutorial 8:50 – 10:20
Period 1 10:25 – 12:25
Lunch 12:30 – 1:00
Mentorship 1:05 – 1:35
Period 4 1:40 – 3:40

Monday, January 27th: 

Tutorial 8:50 – 10:20
Period 2 10:25 – 12:25
Lunch 12:30 – 1:00
Mentorship 1:05 – 1:35
Period 5 1:40 – 3:40

Tuesday, January 28th:

Tutorial 8:50 – 10:20
Period 3 10:25 – 12:25
Lunch 12:30 – 1:00
Mentorship 1:05 – 1:35
Period 6 1:40 – 3:40

Friday Clubs:  Class of 2028 in 2105, Debate Club in 1130, K-Dance Club in 1131, NHHS Ignite Her in 2145, Drama Club in Black Box, MSA (Muslim Student Association) in 2122, Wii Club in 1112, Jesus Club in 2124. All clubs meet during lunch unless otherwise noted.

There is no school on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Reminder! Visitors are NOT allowed on campus. Please do not prop doors open for any reason!

There is no eating lunch in the PAC. The PAC remains closed during lunchtime due to students leaving garbage behind.

Interesting in making podcasts? Learn about audio production, interviewing and more! Join Podcast club at its new time, Thursdays after school at the radio station!

The track is closed during lunch indefinitely.  We will not tolerate students burning the turf and leaving garbage. Respect the house. If you have any information leading to who burned the turf, contact security or school administration.

Attention Students! When you arrive to school late, please go directly to the Attendance entrance door located on 110th street (across from Jane Addams). The Attendance office will buzz you in and you will need to get a late pass to class. ALWAYS use the Attendance entrance door when you are arriving late, even after lunch.

If you are going to the Seattle Black College Expo on January 18th with Ms. Roberson, turn in your permission slips ASAP. There are only 6 spots left.

Come out to the Girls Basketball game this Saturday, January 18th, 5pm at Hale as we take on Rainier Beach and retire the jersey of class of ’22 Alma Rack! Alma was a 4-year varsity starter who broke multiple school records in her time with the Raiders! We’d LOVE to see you there to cheer on the current team and celebrate one of the standout graduates of Nathan Hale!

Want to talk about Politics? Join the Politics Club! We meet at lunch on Thursdays in Room 2130.

Two weeks left for Winter Bingo in the Hale Library! Stop by any time to turn in your bingo card and spin the prize wheel to claim your fabulous prize(s)! 1 bingo line earns 1 spin of the wheel, 2 bingos earns 2 spins, and a completed bingo card earns 3 spins of the wheel plus an entry in the grand prize drawing to win a $25 gift card to Third Place Books! All cards are due back by Friday, January 24 to be entered in the grand prize drawing.

Ms. Roberson’s MLK Jr. Essay Contest:  Every third Monday in January, we celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As we reflect on his life’s impact in the world, you have a chance to win a $50 gift card. In at least 150 words, “How did the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. impact the world?” All entries must be submitted to liroberson@seattleschools.org by noon today, Friday, January 17th. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, January 21st.

Sports physicals are free and convenient at the Teen Clinic.  Stop by to pick up sport packet and schedule an appointment.  Physicals are good for 2 years. If you think you have already had a sport physical and you want to check if it is up to date, come to the clinic, we can often find that information for you. And don’t forget immunizations – flu, covid and all the school required vaccines are now available.

ASB stickers are now available in the Main Office! Stop by with your Student ID card to get your sticker. If you

purchased your ASB card over the weekend then please bring in a copy of your receipt.

Seniors:

Order your Senior Graduation Gear Now! The On Time Order Deadline was January 15th! Order Online here or pick up an Order Form in the Main Office.

Senior portrait submissions for yearbook by Jan 26. Seniors and seniors’ families: It’s time to submit your senior portrait for the yearbook. Submitting a portrait is optional and does not cost anything. All seniors will be included in the yearbook using your school ID photo from the start of the year. If you submit a senior portrait, we will use that photo in place of your school photo. See the Yearbook webpage (scroll down to “Senior Portraits”) for information about portrait guidelines and how to submit your portrait. January 26 is the last day you may submit a portrait.

Senior SPREE!  Attention all Seniors!!!  SPREE tickets are on sale now!!

Please register to get discounted tickets, before the price increases! If you need payment assistance, please register & note the amount that you are able to pay. Senior release forms can be found on the registration link or in the main office. Paperwork and checks can be handed into the main office, in exchange for a Class of 2025 bracelet, while supplies last!  Questions? Email – NHSPREE25@gmail.com

Register here

Volunteer/Learning Opportunities:

Are you looking for volunteering hours or a part time job? Eckstein Middle School is looking for students to run the basketball game clock and game book this winter. The season runs from January 25th through March 15th. Time starts 30 minutes before first game and 30 after last game ends. If you are interested, please contact Derek Grandbois @ djgrandbois@seattleschools.org  

Stim Bullitt Civic Courage Scholarship The Stim Bullitt Civic Courage Scholarship is an opportunity for local students to write essays about an individual or group of individuals from Washington State who have demonstrated civic courage on an issue of importance to the community at great personal, political, or professional risk. The 2025 contest is now open! Essays must be submitted by March 15th. For more information go to https://supportspl.org/what-we-do/scholarship/

Would you like to become an advocate for your community but don’t know where to start? Join the Youth Civic Engagement Program (YCEP)! In this program, you’ll learn about local government and the legislative process, write an advocacy letter about an issue you care about, and receive mentorship and support along the way. You’ll also develop critical advocacy skills alongside peers, gain new leadership experience, meet elected representatives, boost your resume, have fun! YCEP will meet virtually on Saturday mornings from February through Summer 2025. Seattle students in grades 9-12 are eligible to apply. Applications are due today, January 16, 2025. Learn more and apply:  https://seattle.gov/civilrights/public-participation/ycep

See Ms. Roberson if you want to attend the Seattle Black College Expo on Saturday, January 18th.  Only 6 spots left and permission slips need to be turned in by Wednesday. Seattle Black College Expo:  Rainier Beach High School on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Transportation will be provided. See Ms. Roberson if interested.

  • The expo is open to students of ALL ages. Everyone is welcome!
  • Seniors, Juniors, and College transfer students can meet one-on-one with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), other Colleges, Universities and educational programs.
  • More than 50 colleges will be there, ready to waive application fees, accept students on the spot, and award scholarships.

The Western WA University Tour is happening again on Wednesday, February 12th. The flyer with the QR Code to sign up is located on the bulletin board outside the attendance office. Only six spots available.

Are you a high school student passionate about service and interested in a paid summer internship at a nonprofit organization? Teens in Public Service (TIPS) places high school interns at a variety of nonprofits – museums, food banks, nature preserves, and more. Apply today for the TIPS Summer 2025 program at teensinpublicservice.org

Peer Tutoring- If you are interested in being a peer tutor for Algebra, Geometry or Biology, please see Ms. Roberson in the main office or email her at liroberson@seattleschools.org.

Greetings! 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.

Hey students! Are you looking for work? Need an extra set of eyes and time to fill out applications? On Thursdays during 6th period there is help in room 2145 with Ms. Hester the Career Connect Teacher and CCLC teacher. Bring your laptop and a resume. Sign up during Mentorship on Wednesdays. Mentorship teachers will have a signup sheet. Space is Limited to 15 students. Limited time Fridays afterschool are available as well.

Parents/Families:

Contact the Attendance Office directly at 206-252-3684 to report an Absence, Late Arrival or Early Dismissal.

Akin’s Community Resource Fair will take place on January 28th from 10am-2pm at 12360 Lake City Way NE Ste 100! Over 20+ community organizations, including FamilyWorks, King County Public Health, and North Helpline, will be offering valuable resources and information to families, all conveniently in one place! For questions, please email: nsfc@akinfamily.org!

FamilyWorks is hosting their Community Resource Center at Nathan Hale. If you or your family are needing resources including basic food, Medicaid, utilities, and rental assistance, visit Portable 6 (by the Nathan Hale track) every Wednesday between 1:30-4pm to meet with a Community Connector.

Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) is back at Hale to provide weekend meal packs to students every week! These packs are meant to be three small, light meals for students to have over the weekend. To be added to the weekly pick-up list, please reach out to Ms. Lyndsey (Room 1114 or lbjohnson1@seattleschools.org).

The Raider Clothing Closet is OPEN! If your student is in need of clothing items and interested in taking a shopping trip to the Clothing Closet in Portable 6, please reach out to Ms. Lyndsey (Room 1114 or lbjohnson1@seattleschools.org) or their Counselor.

Homework Help at the Lake City Library is happening every Tue-Th, 4:30-7:30pm. Students are also able to receive a free snack or meal at 5:30pm. If your student is in need of tutoring support, refer them to check out this amazing, FREE resource!

Free & Reduced Lunch Information:  Applications are accepted anytime throughout the school year. Please note that your application must be approved before you can receive the Free & Reduced Lunch benefits. Online Link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/DistrictRedirect/SEATTLEPS_WA?langid=1 

Paper Application:  https://www.seattleschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Household-Application-for-Free-or-Reduced-Price-Meals-English.pdf

Student Store:  Cheer Café is Monday-Friday

Lunch:  TODAY:  Pepperoni Pizza or Hot Dog w/Fries or Vegetarian Shepherds Pie

 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

Max Guerrero-Tomoda, (A-Gom) meguerreroto@seattleschools.org Schedule an appointment: Book time with Guerrero-Tomoda, Maximillian E  

Kristie Thompson, (Gon-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
frwilliams1@seattleschools.org  206-252-3694

Lyndsey Johnson, Counselor 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

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