PTSA Parent Email
December 14, 2008
ROOSEVELT PTSA PARENT EMAIL BULLETIN – December 14, 2008
HAPPY HOLIDAY'S TO ALL!
We are giving ourselves the gift, this month, of a few extra hours and will not hold a December PTSA meeting. Our next PTSA meeting will be Wednesday, January 21st at 7pm in the RHS Library. Enjoy your time with your family and we look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.
PTSA Co-chairs, Melissa Westbrook and Maureen Dahlstrom
SPECIAL ED PARENT MEETINGS WITH CAO ON CLOSURE CHANGES
From Seattle Public Schools
As you are aware the District has announced preliminary recommendations on district-wide capacity management and building closures. We recognize that the topic of potential school closure is always an emotional one fraught with concerns about where will my child be placed next year if my school closes? It is especially concerning when dealing with students that have more significant disabilities.
Superintendent, Dr. Goodloe-Johnson, wants parents to understand that "We are considering building closures in order to strengthen academic programs and protect the District's long-term financial health." She recognizes and has said "these are very difficult decisions to make, but they are decisions we must face now, and we must face them together, as a community."
The District is committed to using this opportunity to strengthen and expand services for special education students consistent with recommendations from the "Special Education: Organization, Program and Service Delivery Review" and recommendations identified by the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAAC) and supported by the Special Education PTSA Committee. The Review document can be found on the Special Education Department's District Website.
We would like to invite you to attend a meeting to update you on preliminary relocation of special education services currently housed at each of the schools identified for closure and give you an opportunity to provide input as to considerations, concerns and suggestions that need to be addressed as relocations are identified and finalized.
The meeting is scheduled for:
Monday, December 15, 2008 9:30-11:30 AM; Room 2765, John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence
Again, the purpose of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for parents to hear current information regarding preliminary activities connected with relocation of services and for Seattle Public Schools to listen to your concerns and ideas.
HOLLY BERRY CONCERT
When: Thursday, December 18, 2008 7:30pm
Where: RHS Performing Arts Theatre
Enjoy the Roosevelt Concert Band, Symphonic Band and Symphony as well as additional smaller orchestral groups perform a variety of music. The grand finale will showcase ALL of the musicians (200+) up on (and around) the stage performing Sleigh Ride. It’s great fun, with the audience participating by jingling their keys along with the music!
"A CHILD'S CHRISTMAS IN WALES"
One of the most enduring, yet often forgotten Christmas memoirs, Dylan Thomas’s "A Child’s Christmas in Wales" comes to life at Stone Soup Theatre. "A Child’s Christmas in Wales" recreates the nostalgic magic of Dylan Thomas’ childhood Christmas when everything was brighter, better and more alive. However, what Dylan comes to realize is that the experience of Christmas doesn’t change with time, but holds a place in our hearts that nothing else can fill. Performers include our youth conservatory students and professional adult actors. Come watch Dylan recreate Christmas at Stone Soup with live classic Welsh instrumentation and vocals that bring us right back in time.
Fri & Sat 7:30 pm
Sat & Sun Matinees 3:30 pm.
Dec. 5-21 & 24, 2008
$14 single ticket (Group of 4 or more $12)
Tickets at www.brownpapertickets.com, 800-838-3006 or Stone Soup Box Office (206) 633-1883. 4029 Stone Way N. Seattle WA 98103
Stone Soup Theatre’s Youth Conservatory Ages 8- 20 Winter Auditions!
12th Night by William Shakespeare
A comedy of mistaken identity, that takes place on a shipwrecked island.
Auditions are January 18, 19, & 22, from 4:00-6:00 pm at the DownStage Theatre. First rehearsal is January 23. Runs March 20, 21, 22, & 27, 28, & 29.
Youth Auditions are required to present one minute Shakespearian monologue, verse or poem.
By Appointment Only 206-633-1883 OR email info@stonesouptheatre.com
Located at 4029 Stone Way N, Seattle WA, 98103
Note: This is a tuition program.
OLD NEWS, BUT WORTH REPEATING!
RHS SURVEYS
In a partnership with the RHS PTSA and the RHS Accreditation Committee, we are asking for your feedback regarding Roosevelt High School. The following links connect you with two surveys that enable us to take a look at what we are doing well, what we can improve on and what we can focus on in the future.
There are two separate survey links below. The first link is to a survey that is to be used by the PTSA to set the priorities for their work. The second link is to be used by the Accreditation Committee for our accreditation report and to allow us to modify our school improvement plan as needed. Thank you ahead of time for you participation. Your input is important.
Thank you,
RHS PTSA and RHS Accreditation Committee
PTSA Survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=CQz8itwC1UpYw48XhG2AaA_3d_3d
Accreditation Survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=kmOSHZgL_2by1RlK8eqO4k0A_3d_3d
PLEASE SUPPORT KARINA LOPEZ AND HER FAMILY
We are asking for your help for Roosevelt student, Karina Lopez, and her family. Karina's mother, Noemi Lopez, was murdered a week ago, allegedly by her ex-husband who has since fled. Karina and her two younger siblings are now in the care of a family member.
A benevolent account has been set up at Washington Mutual in the name of Noemi Lopez. You can stop by any Washington Mutual location to give a donation. As well, there is also a Paypal account open for donations set up by a neighbor of Ms. Lopez's who is the editor of the Rainier Valley Post (the link is at the top and to the right).
Please consider a $5 or $10 donation or more if possible. These siblings have been effectively orphaned and need to know that they have the support of their school communities.
Thank you,
Melissa Westbrook and Maureen Dahlstrom
Co-Presidents, RHS PTSA
SECOND SEMESTER EVENING SCHOOL REGISTRATION OPENS 12/8/08
Registration for second semester evening school opens 12/8/08 and continues through 1/30/09. Classes are filled first come, first serve, with seniors having priority until 1/5/09. Evening school is for credit retrieval only, in core academic classes students have previously failed. Classes are at Lincoln, beginning 2/9/09, cost $50/class, and students may sign up for two classes maximum. See your counselor to fill out a registration form and get a copy of your academic history (applications not accepted without academic history attached).
1. DECA, Marketing, National Co-Op scholarships
2. SeaFair scholarship content (aka Ms. SeaFair)
3. Aviation Career Scholarship (Tuskgegees)
4. WA Jackson Memorial Scholarship-for artists
5. Numerous writing contests all grades
6. Engineering
7.WA State University: “How can you Save the Planet-Imagine Tomorrow’, the 2nd Annual statewide energy competition. $100,000.00 in cash prizes- Grand prize winners last year took home a total of $20,000.00 including $5,000.00 for their school. Topic is good for social studies, science, art and design. Go to: www.imagine.wsu.edu
RHS ENGINEERING BOOSTERS ASPIRE TO CULTIVATE THE ENGINEER IN YOUR CHILD
The Roosevelt High School Engineering Boosters hope to support and promote the Roosevelt Technology and Engineering program. There are many ways you can get involved. Mentors for student project mangers are needed on the 5 class projects, such as a sundial for the school being built in 5th period. Join The Mid-Holiday-Blues Work Party in Room 217 on Monday Dec. 29th, 10am, to clean up and organize the prototyping room OR contribute your own special expertise. Everyone is welcome! Questions? Contact Karl Ruff by e-mail at kwruff@seattleschools.org or by phone at 206 – 252 – 4847.
ARE YOU A PROJECT MANAGER?
The Engineering program needs adult project managers to mentor student project mangers. You only need to contribute a few hours to make a HUGE difference in these student's projects. Engineering Teacher, Karl Ruff and his students are producing five year long projects: a feedback arm, a dirigible, a wind tunnel, a sun dial and a vacuum forming machine. Each project needs one or more mentors to help these students and their projects reach their full potential. Please contact Karl Ruff by e-mail at kwruff@seattleschools.org or by phone at 206 – 252 – 4847.
RHS SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS The Applications for the 2008-09 RHS Scholarships are available now in the Scholarship File in the Career Center, Room 108. RHS Scholarships are a constellation of scholarships, which are given to RHS students by various donors. Completed applications are due back January 6, 2:30 pm. Any graduating Senior may apply. (Dr. B)
NEW STUDENT TOURS FOR 2009-2010
No need to call for an appointment --- show up for one of our Daytime Tours or attend our Choice Night. Both parents and students are welcome.
Daytime Visits
Thursday, January 15th, 9am to 10:45am
Thursday, February 5th, 9am to 10:45am
Tuesday, February 10th, 9am to 10:45am
Choice Night Thursday, February 5th, 7pm to 9pm
RHS Parents - if you are interested in helping with the daytime tours, please contact Maureen Dahlstrom at mmdahl@aol.com.
Direct any articles for inclusion to the RHS Parent Email to Editor Susie Petersen at psufan56@comcast.net.
RHS Website – www.rhs.seattleschools.org
The SOURCE – www.source.seattleschools.org