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Hale Daily Bulletin Mon. Oct 26

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Sports Happenings
Students
Athletics
Seniors
Volunteer & Learning Opportunities
Parents & Families
Lunch
Counselors
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Sports Happenings

Metro League Schedules

Fall Sports: Keep looking here for Post Season games
Winter Sports Athletes: Interested in Winter Sports? Make sure to sign up through FinalForms.

Students

Clubs

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Monday Clubs: BSU-B lunch-2141, Class of 2029-A lunch-2122, Classic Cards Club-B lunch-1118, Dungeons & Dragons Club-After School-2124, Farm to Fork Club-A lunch-1125, Makerspace-A&B lunch-1137, Naha Club-B lunch-2107, National Honor Society-B lunch-1130, Pride Club-B lunch-Counseling Office, Robotics-After School-Benson Forum

Nathan Hale Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Two star-crossed teenagers fall in love despite the ongoing and bloody feud between their families. Come see this classic tragedy November 5th, 6th, and 7th at 7pm, as well as an ASL interpreted performance at 2pm on November 7th. Tickets can be bought at the door or online at nathanhaletheatre.com

Farm to Fork club is hosting our annual pumpkin carving contest during lunch on Wednesday, 10/28. There are 40 pumpkins available to carve, first come, first serve. Pumpkin Carvers can take a picture with their pumpkin to enter a chance to win the” best carved pumpkin” prize! Already carved your pumpkin and want to enter the contest? Take a photo holding your creation, then come by Mr Davis’ room, rm 1125, to scan the QR code and enter.

Fall Hygiene & Sweats Drive starts today through Oct 30th: We desperately need hygiene supplies, including deodorant, pads/tampons, shampoo/conditioner, new underwear/socks, new/gently used sweatpants and leggings. Please consider dropping off some items if you can to the Main Office! Our kiddos TRULY appreciate it!

In addition, we have created an Amazon Wishlist specifically for the Clothing/Hygiene Closet! It should default to ship the items to Hale under Lyndsey’s name. Link below

Amazon Wish List / https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2QZS0T1QUKME?ref_=wl_share

Join the Girls Swim Team for a fundraiser at MOD Pizza in Lake Forest Park on Tuesday, October 27!

When you order, be sure to mention that you’re with NHHS Girls Swim to help support the team.

Thank you for your support! 💙

Come Support Nathan Hale Cross Country and enjoy Panda Express at 12513 Lake City Way from 9:30 am – 10 pm on Wednesday, October 28. 20% will go to support the Nathan Hale Cross Country team. Order online at PandaExpress.com for pickup or in-person using code 3866782, or by showing this flyer on your phone. HALE YEAH.

Class of 2030 / 9th Grade Elections

Are you ready to lead your class? Are you interested in being president, vice president, treasurer, secretary, or senate representative? Run for ASB!

9th grade Intent-to-run packets are available in the main office. Below is a timeline of the election:

10/29 – Intent-to-run packet and personal fact sheet due in the main office by 4pm
11/4 – Speeches during mentorship
11/5 – Voting during history class
11/6 – Results Announced

Love to ski/snowboard? Want to ski/board with your friends at Nathan Hale HS? Sign up now for skiing or snowboarding with Ski Mohan on Friday nights in January-February: https://www.skimohan.com/school-programs/meadowbrook-snowsports

BloodDrive with BloodworksNW (10/30)

Bleh! I want you to donate blood! Donate at our Nathan Hale High School Blood Drive on 10/30 and get a buy-one-get-one-free voucher for the Georgetown Morgue Haunted House!”

16/17 year olds can pick up a permission slip in the main office and will receive a permission slip digitally after signing up! We welcome donations from community members as well. Book an appointment to donate.

It’s the final week of the library’s October challenge!

Make sure you stop by the library to spin the prize wheel and be entered in this month’s raffle. You can choose to read a mystery, thriller, or horror book OR write a two-sentence scary story and add it to our story wall. See Ms. West in the library for more information or check out the challenge tracker.

Student ID cards from picture retake day can be picked up in the Main Office during passing periods, lunch, or before/after school.

Host family application to host a Japanese student: Naha HS students are planning to come to Nathan Hale HS from 2/28 to 3/12/2027. If you are interested in hosting a Japanese student, please pick up an application in the main office or come to my classroom 2107 to get a printed application form to apply.

Student parking reminder! Students are to park only in the Student parking lot or on the street. The Staff and East parking lots are for staff and visitors 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. Please drive safely in the student parking lot and around the school.

ASB activity stickers are now available! Bring your student ID to the main office before school, during lunch, passing period, or after school.

Name change form for yearbook now live. Have you recently transitioned? Do you use a different name than the one that appears for you in The Source? Submit a yearbook name change form to request that we publish a different name for you in this year’s yearbook. See the NHHS yearbook webpage to access the form. Submit by November 9.

Students can sign up to go shopping in the Clothing Closet by submitting this form: Clothing Closet Visit Sign-Up Form – Fill out form. Ms. Chereen will take students as a group during Mentorships on Wednesdays, or privately at another time. For any questions/concerns: chkwon@seattleschools.org

Athletics

Open Gyms

Sundays from 7 – 11 a.m. in the Main Gym (ends 11/8)
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 4 – 6 p.m. in the Upper South Gym & Wrestling Gym(ends 11/13)
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. in the Weight Room (ends 11/12)

PE Waivers are now available in the Main Office. PE Waivers are available for all 10, 11 and 12 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.

Save the date for the Fall Sports Dessert on Tuesday, Nov 10 at 7 p.m. in the Commons!

ASB Activity Sticker/Card: Did you know all students participating in sports and clubs are required to pay a $75 fee for an ASB Activity Sticker/Card? Students will receive discounted tickets to Nathan Hale school sponsored events: dances, theatre performances, and sporting events. There are 3 ways to pay the ASB Activity Fee:

Purchase ASB Activity Sticker/Card online or in-person $75
Qualifying Free/Reduced lunch students can have the $75 ASB Activity Card fee waived if you qualify and are approved. Families need to submit a free/reduced lunch application to the Seattle Schools District.
Students with financial need who do not qualify for Free/Reduced lunch can apply for a 50% Dumlao Scholarship. Students must pre-pay $37.50 for an ASB Activity Sticker/Card fee before applying for the Dumlao Scholarship. Pick up an application and pay your reduced-fee ASB Activity Sticker/Card fee with Ms. Wong in the Fiscal Office (window) before school after 8:30 a.m., at lunch, or after school.

Game Day Attendance Sheets are required for all student athletes to compete on game day! Pick up a pink game day attendance sheet in the main office and have every teacher sign off showing you attended class. You must attend every class on game day, including mentorship/advisory, to be eligible to compete.

Free sports physicals at the Teen Health Center located in our building. Don’t wait until the last minute! You cannot participate in sports without an approved sports physical on file. Sports physicals are good for two years. Stop by or call them at 206-302-1840. Learn more on the Teen Health Center page.

Seniors

Senior SPREE tickets for $200. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable Graduation Night event full of entertainment, activities and great food! Learn more about Senior SPREE.
The Seattle Promise application is open! A dream turns into an application, which turns into a first day on campus, a community of people cheering you on, a college degree, a transfer to a four-year university, and the start of a career. Seniors, this could be you! Applications are open now through February 12, 2027: Apply for Seattle Promise Today.
Seniors: Submit your yearbook senior portraits and baby photos. The yearbook portal is now open for seniors to submit a senior portrait and baby photo. Submitting is free and optional. If you choose not to submit a portrait, we will use your student ID photo in the yearbook. The deadline to submit is Dec. 1. See the NHHS yearbook webpage for more info.
College & Career Development at the Lake City Library. Every Wednesday from 5:15 – 7:45 p.m. It’s free! One-on-one guidance from 10+ volunteer professionals across every field. No appointment necessary, just bring your questions.

Volunteer & Learning Opportunities

John Rogers Fall Festival: October 30 – Help with setup, games, cleanup. See signup genius for details.
Western WA University Campus Tour, Tuesday, October 27. Transportation and Lunch provided. Email Amy at Irma.molieri@seattle.gov or See Ms. Roberson to register.
College & Career Development at the Lake City Library. Every Wednesday from 5:15pm-7:45pm. It’s free! One-on-one guidance from 10+ volunteer professionals across every field. No appointment necessary, just bring your questions.

Parents & Families

School Nurse: If your student has a Life-Threatening Health Condition and requires a rescue medication, please return the necessary paperwork this week. If you would like to have a back up dose of medication kept in the Health Room, please drop it off with Nurse Shelly. All paperwork and medications must be completed and submitted, or your student will be at risk of exclusion from school. If you have any questions, please reach out to Nurse Shelly.
Love to ski/board? Want to ski/board with your friends at Nathan Hale HS? Sign up now for skiing or boarding with Ski Mohan on Friday nights in January-February.
Senior SPREE tickets for $200. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable Graduation Night event full of entertainment, activities and great food! Learn more about Senior SPREE.
Free and Reduced Meals Application: You may qualify for Free and Reduced Meals benefits. Although meals will be free for all students in school year 26-27, submitting a Free and Reduced Meal application benefits students with ASB Activity Fee waived, reduced cost AP exams, yearbooks, dances, performances, and other school activities. You must reapply every year. We encourage families to complete one online. If you need a paper copy, it is available in the main office.
Student Store: Mon–Fri Cheer, Remember, the student store is always cash only and your purchase supports programs here at Hale.
School News!

Lunch

TODAY: Beef Quesadilla/Cheese Quesadilla/El Pastor Soup/ Sides: Spanish Rice & Refried Beans;
Tuesday: Orange Chicken/Sweet & Sour Tofu/ Cheeseburger & Veggie Burger/ Sides: Rice/Steamed Cauliflower/Fries;
Wed: Chicken Alfredo Pasta/ Alfredo Pasta/ Garlic Roasted Broccoli/ Sides: Canned Fruit/Broccoli;
Thurs: Ciabatta Cheese Melt/ Pretzel Dog/ Cheeseburger & Veggie Burger/ Sides: Tomato Soup/Fries;
Fri: BBQ Chicken Thigh/ Sides: Mac N Cheese/Sweet Corn

Counselors

Krsto Budech
Lower House: Grades 9 & 10)
(Tues/Thurs/Fri)
ksbudech@seattleschools.org
Schedule an appointment: Book time to meet with Krsto Budech

Kelly Creech
(Upper House: Grades 11 & 12)
klcreech@seattleschools.org
Schedule an appointment: Ms. Creech’s calendar

Lyndsey Johnson, School Social Worker
lbjohnson1@seattleschools.org
Schedule an appointment: Book an appointment with Lyndsey Johnson

Visit the NHHS Counseling Center page

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