Daily Bulletin

Bulletin for Responsible Scholars, Monday 5/14/12

Welcome to Eckstein

 

We are creating a Community of Lifelong Learners!

 

5/14	Eckstein PTSA Meeting, 7:00p School Library
5/16	District-wide Early Dismissal, 12:20p
5/16	Eastern Hemisphere Night, 5:00-8:00p
5/18	Bike to School Day
5/28	Memorial Day – No School
6/4	Band Parent Meeting, 7:30p Room 118
6/6	Eckstein Early Dismissal, 12:20
6/7	All Bands Spring Concert, 7:30p
6/11	PTSA Meeting, 7:00p, Eckstein Library
6/12	**CHANGE Orchestra Concert, 7:30p   Orchestra Parent Meeting, 7:00, Room 117
6/14	**CHANGE – Choir/Orchestra Concert, 7:00p Aud
6/15	6th Grade Class to King Tut at PSC
6/22	8th Grade Class on Argosy Cruise
6/22	**7th Grade Class to Skating
6/22	Last Day of School, Dismissal 1:20p

 

Eckstein PTSA Meetings are the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 in the school library.  Please join us on 5/14 or 6/11.  All are welcome!

 

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Orchestra News: http://ecksteineagles.org/orchestra/

 

Band News: http://www.ecksteineagles.org/sites/band/index.htm

 

 

 

** Eckstein’s Curriculum Night for 2012-2013 is Set for October 11^th

 

 

 

** Eckstein families, you ROCK!  Thank you so much from the entire Eckstein staff for all the great food you brought in and the fantastic things you donated for the Staff Appreciation drawings this week.  We have felt immensely appreciated by shower of the coffee cards, restaurant gift cards, flowers and plants, chocolate, caramel corn, cupcakes, ice cream gift cards, bookstore certificates, movie tickets, car wash coupons, Target cards, U. Village gift cards and more this week. We actually had enough donations to make sure every staff member took something home, and that’s a LOT of donations!  Also, the next time you’re in Jamba Juice (in Whole Foods on 65^th), Noah’s Bagels (in U. Village QFC), Ram Restaurant (in U. Village) or 50 North Restaurant (on 25^th NE), please thank them for their generous donations to Eckstein’s staff this week.

 

A Current Fine List is Posted Outside the Main Office: Students – be sure and clear any fines immediately.  Either return the item to the staff person who originated the fine or bring in payment made payable to “Eckstein Middle School” to the Main Office.  Fines may impact participation in future activities.

 

The Eastern Hemisphere Museum Night will be May 16^th from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the library and adjoining hallway. All Sixth grade families are invited to attend for a portion of the evening to view the students’ displays of artifacts representing the history and cultures of the Eastern Hemisphere from prehistory to modern times.   Reminder to students:  Projects are due by May 15.

 

Also at the Museum Night, a booth will be set up for chaperone applications for the King Tut Field Trip on June 15^th. For adults wanting to chaperone on this popular field trip, come prepared to complete the application and with a photocopy of your Driver’s License.

 

Anyone Lose Some Keys with a Petco Reward Card Attached?  Please contact the Main Office to claim. 252-5010.

 

The 2e Parent Support Group is for parents/guardians who have kids with disabilities (learning, mental, emotional, medical) who are also in SPS advanced learning programs (ALO, Spectrum, APP).  The next meeting is scheduled for: Monday, May 21, 7:00pm, Lincoln High School Library in Wallingford.  No topic, no speakers, just a chance to get together and talk about issues, successes, failures, and help each other as crunch time for the end of the school year approaches.  Would also be good to talk about what we can do over the summer to help support our kids.  If there is anything specific you want to talk about, or would like to be added to the email list, please email Stephanie Bower at stbower@comcast.net.

 

 

 

MAY PTSA MEETING– Please join us at our next general PTSA meeting on Monday, May 14th at 7 pm in the library to hear the latest about what’s happening at Eckstein.  The Board will be approving the 2012-2013 PTSA Budget at this meeting.  Want to be more involved at Eckstein next year? We are looking for parents interested in the following 2012-2013 PTSA positions:

     President-Elect

     Treasurer

     Communications Coordinator

     Membership Chair

     Scrip Coordinator

     Member-at-Large

Come to the meeting to find out more about these volunteer jobs and other ways to be an involved member of the Eckstein community.  All are welcome!

 

Dress Code Reminders:  Students who are dressed inappropriately will be asked to call home for a change of clothes.

• Shorts/skirts may be worn, but are considered too short when the hem does not meet or extend below the student’s fingertips when his/her arms are held down along the side of his/her body
• Regular t-shirts or tank tops are fine, however, tops which do not cover one’s midriff are NOT appropriate or tops with spaghetti straps.
• Hats/hoods are NOT allowed to be worn in the building.  Any headgear is banned except for religious head covers.

 

Any confiscated items will be held in the Main Office and may be returned at the end of the day at the discretion of the grade level administrator.  Depending on the circumstances, items may not be returned until a parent/guardian is notified or a parent/guardian comes to the school.

 

Eckstein WEB Carnival:  8th Grade WEB Leaders have organized a carnival to celebrate our first year of WEB and all 6th Grade Students are invited to attend!  Wednesday May 16th, 2012 is an early dismissal day and the Carnival will run from 12:30-2:20.  Students are responsible for their own transportation home.   In order to stay after school and participate, a signed permission slip must be returned to the main office no later than Friday May 11th.  If you have questions, please contact our WEB Coordinator, Rebecca Wynkoop.  If you would like to volunteer to help with the WEB Carnival, please email LauraLeigh Young at llyoung@seattleschools.org

 

May is Bike to School Month:  Eckstein Bikes! Let’s Ride

• May 18th — Bike to School Day.   The school with the largest number of riders on Bike to School Day (Friday, May 18th) will win their very own Bike to School celebration party, complete with a bike-powered blender!
• Every day in May — a good day to ride to school!

Check out   http://www.facebook.com/Ride2Class for updates and 

http://walkbikeschools.wordpress.com/category/schools/eckstein-middle-school/ for more information.

Sign up to track trips, ride, and get your friends to ride all month. Help Eckstein be the middle school that logs the most completed trips over the entire month to earn the prestigious Golden Pedal Award.  

 

If your child is sick, have them STAY AT HOME until he/she has been fever-free (under 100) for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.  This includes staying away from school, child care or other gatherings.

 

Seattle Public Schools Resource List for 2012 Summer Semester Programs:  This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any organization or program.  It is the responsibility of parents/students to decide whether a particular organization or program is appropriate for their needs.  http://ecksteineagles.org/files/2012/04/2012-Summer-Semester-Resource-List.pdf

 

Last Day of School for Students (as of 4/5/12) is June 22:  The Seattle School Board decided on April 4 to extend the school year by two days to make up for January’s inclement weather. The last day of school will be Friday, June 22.  Seattle students lost three days of school in January because of unsafe winter weather conditions. One day was made up on Jan. 27.  In the next few days the administration will discuss the end-of-year activities.  The 8^th Grade Cruise has been moved to the last day of school, 6/22.  Stay-tuned for more information.

 

Yearbook Sales Will Continue Until They Sell Out:   Students can place their order in the Main Office at lunch by bringing a check made out to Eckstein Middle School or cash in the amount of $30.00 (names will not be engraved on the cover). Yearbooks arrive at the end of the school year.  Any questions, please email Kathy Sherman (kasherman@seattleschools.org).

 

Lost Wallet?  Are you the owner of a missing wallet that was found with money in it.  If you are, please contact Security Sue at slutovsky@seattleschools.org. Describe the wallet and how much money is in it. 

 

Does Any One Have Any Gently Used Bean Bags or Camping Chairs?:  Teacher Deneen Evans is looking for gently used bean bags or camping chairs (3) for the reading area in her room.  

 

Do you have basketballs or soccer balls at your home that aren’t being used? The Community Learning Center would love donations of used sporting equipment for Eckstein students to use during their free time at lunch. For additional questions contact Connor Durham at crdurham@seattleschools.org .

 

Community News

(not endorsed or sponsored by Eckstein Middle School)

 

** Summer of Service 2012, Seattle Parks & Recreation:  Teens entering 7-9 grades in the next school year, this program teaches kids how to make a difference in the community through workshops throughout the city.  Runs from July 9 through August 17.  Monday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Friday,9:00a-3:30p.  Complete registration form ASAP.  First come, first served.  Call (206) 684-4575 or email teen.programs@seattle.gov for more information.

 

**HOST  FAMILIES  are needed for exchange students from around the world. Your home could welcome a student (you choose boy or girl) and they would attend the high school closest to your home.  Hosting an exchange student often means you will find that you have added a wonderful new member to your family.  All students are non-smokers, non-drinkers, have been screened and passed all background checks, have been personally recommended by their principals for their character and are on the top tier, academically, in their schools.  Students come with medical insurance, a monthly allowance, cell phone, lap top and a huge desire to experience our culture.  The host families are to provide the high school student with their own bed, meals and a place to study.   Students arrive in August and fly home in July. They are eager to see and experience family life in the U.S and hopefully see some area attractions. The non-profit foundation is A.F.I.C.E, (www.afice.org) Academic Foundation for International Cultural Exchange and is one of the oldest and most highly regarded exchange programs in America.  If you are interested, or have questions, please contact me anytime.       Thank you.    Kristi York,    AFICE Area Coordinator, 206 387 6554.     kyork@spu.edu        

 

Northwest Choirs will hold NEW member auditions for its Vocalpoint! Seattle Girls Prep music and vocal training program on Saturday, June 2, 2012 for Fall Enrollment. Girls currently in 6th or 7th (entering 7th or 8th grade in the fall) with strong music talent are eligible to audition. Girls Prep is a rigorous, two-year program that focuses on sight singing, ear training, rhythm skills and ensemble and lead singing. Successful graduates of Girls Prep move into Vocalpoint! Seattle, an ensemble of high-school-age students with an emphasis on performance of rock ‘n roll music and classical choral repertoire. Both Girls Prep and Vocalpoint! Seattle are part of the Northwest Choirs – with a 38 year history of providing excellence in music education and vocal performance for children and young adults in the Puget Sound area. The Northwest Choirs also is home to the popular Northwest Boychoir. Call us today to set up an audition appointment at (206) 524-3234 or visit www.nwchoirs.org.

 

Watts Basketball Summer Camps www.wattsbasketball.com  SCHOOLS OUT for SUMMER, Let’s Play Hoops!  Who: Boys and Girls, Grades 2-8.  What: Join Husky legend Donald Watts, Super Sonics great Slick Watts and the world-class Watts Basketball trainers for a camp full of skills, drills, games and prizes! Whether you are just starting out or trying to take your game to the next level, our coaches will help you reach your full potential all while having fun!   Where: Fremont Sound Mind and Body, 9am-4pm. When: June 18-22, June 25-29, July 9-13, **July 23-27, August 13-17, August 27-31.  Cost: 5 days $250 / 3 days $195 (t-shirt included)  **July 23-27 will be held at Magnuson Community Center 9am-12n or 1-4pm, $155

 

.Erg Ed Rowing Camps! Row to the Future’s Erg Ed Mini-Camps are on-the-water rowing camps for students who have completed the Erg Ed program. Camp includes three after-school rowing sessions with an experienced rowing coach! No previous on-the-water rowing experience is required to register. Lifejackets are provided. Camps run May through June.  Visit http://rowtothefuture.wordpress.com/our-programs/erg-ed/rowing-camps/ for more information.

 

Application for Seattle Parks and Recreation Youth Engaged in Service (YES) Program are now available. To learn more about how if you are 13-18 you can make some money this summer, and earn Service hours for high school. Learn more at http://seattle.gov/parks/teens/programs/teenjobs.htm

YES Program Dates:

April 16: YES applications available

May 14: Deadline for applications

July 9th – 13th: Beginning of program(including orientation)

August 2: Mid-session event

August 17: Program ends, last day at site

YES Celebration Event: To be announced

 

Would you like to experience hosting international exchange students from Japan, China or Korea?  The Laurasian Institution(*) brings high school exchange students from east Asia is seeking wonderful volunteer host families. The students will arrive this August and attend a local high school for upcoming 2012-2013 academic school year. These students act as cultural ambassadors who are eager and enthusiastic about both sharing their home culture and learning American culture. If you are interested in hosting, or have any questions please contact: Rika Rafael (rrafael@laurasian.org 206-734-1520)

 

Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center, Hip Hop Dance:  Ages 6-10, Tuesdays 4-4:45p, Ages 10-13, Tuesdays, 5-5:45p.  Cost $43.  Session 1:  4/3-5/1, Session 2: 5/8-6/5.  6535 Ravenna Avenue NE, 684-7534.  Taught by Jaron Johnson. 

 

Applications are now being accepted to the Friends of the Hidden River’s July 9-13 Ground to Sound STEM Challenge Camp! The goal is to become stewards of the Sound through positive action for our local community.  The Ground to Sound STEM camp is for  4th, 5th, or 6th grade graduates who want to actively support their local environment while having something fun to do this summer at the new Brightwater Environmental Center.  http://www.friendsofhiddenriver.org/  Dates: July 9th – 13th
Ages: 10-13, Times: 9:30a.m. -3:30p.m., Tuition: $275, Registrar: Marie Hartford mhartford@lwsd.org

Y.E.S. at Theatre9/12:  Seattle newest acting school for youth (ages 3.5-18), which will take place downtown and run June 25-August 31 and culminates with a performance.  All camps are Monday-Friday, 9:00-2:00p.  $235/week.  To register go to www.theatre912.com  or contact Michael (206)790-8583, yes@theatre912.com  For flyer click here: YES-at-Theatre-StageCamp2012

 

Film School for Kids:  An 8 week class for pre-teens and young teens to watch, analyze, discuss and learn from classic films.  Ages 11-15, Grades 5-9.  Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30p, April 11-May 30, Hamilton Middle School, 1610 N 41^st Street.  Contact Robert Stern, (206)-632-3525 or email shalomchaver@comcast.net .  Cost of 8 week class is $59.00

 

Blanchet Braves Women’s Hoop Camp:  July 9-July 12:  4^th-6^th Graders, 9:00a-12:00 noon; 7^th-9^th Graders, 1:00-4:00p (entering as of September 2012).  Location: Blanchet H.S. Gym, 8200 Wallingford Ave N., Seattle.  Information: Coach Bryan Willison @(206)369-6354.  Fee: $125.00.  Registration forms are outside the Eckstein Main Office.

 

Serious Singing…Serious Fun!  Summer Music Day Camp – Full Day for girls 2^nd-5^th grade, Musical Mornings for boys and girls 4-6 years old.  Sessions the week of July 19^th, and July 23^rd.  Visit the camp page of our website for more information:  www.seattlegirlschoir.org today!

Placement Auditions – scheduling now for fall semester start.  Seattle Girls’ Choir is where girls, ages 6-18, come to gain serious music skills, while having serious fun. The lessons learned from making great music in a group flow into the rest of life: teamwork, discipline and confidence help our girls accomplish anything they set their minds to. But also long lasting are the friendships, camaraderie and the joy that comes from achieving excellence.  For more information visit:  www.seattlegirlschoir.org or email info@seattlegirlschoir.org

 

Researchers at the University of Washington School of Nursing and Seattle Children’s want to find ways to learn about your child’s sleep, thinking, and behavior.  This research study is for 6-to-11 year-old children and their parents. Children and their parents who take part receive $120 to thank them for their time and effort.  To take part in this research study or for more information, please contact Teresa Ward at 206-221-6576

 

Ravenna Eckstein Community Center:  The Player Development Program groups players by ability based on a variety of measurable skill sets. Players that reach a defined skill level or complete a skills challenge advance to the next level. Each class has a color name and each player is given a color-coded wrist-band to wear to their weekly session. The curriculum is customized for the skill level of each class color. There are 6 levels in the program, all with progressive skill challenges involving footwork, conditioning, basketball IQ, and basketball development. Players must practice and ultimately complete these challenges before graduating to the next level.  To sign up or get more information please visit: http://www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/ravennaecksteincc.htm

 

Get Online with Internet Essentials from Comcast:  Affordable internet for eligible families.  For more information visit InternetEssentials.com or call 1-855-8-INTERNET.  Flyers available in the Main Office.

 

Rugby Washington…Growing Rugby…Developing Community….Our goal is to foster the positive development of our players as athletes, individuals, and members of their communities, support their development and provide opportunities for players to advance onto state, regional and national teams. Visit  www.RugbyWA.org today!    Click on Teams and learn more about the Seattle Vikings.  The Seattle Vikings want to hear from you!  We have boys and girls teams – it’s a fabulous way to stay fit in the winter and spring season.  Look them up today!

 

International Student Visits/Exchange – Summer 2012:  An international student exchange hosting organization (Compass.org) offers scholarships each Summer to a group of international students with social service interests. This year, students are between the ages of 15yrs. and 23 years, from Spain and France.  Their stays are from three (3) weeks to twelve (12) weeks, depending on their goals and scholarship stipends. For students with extended stays of five (5) weeks or more, a stipend is offered to the hosting family. Visits begin in June or July and run through August or September (Most must return to school in mid-Sept). Alexa Berlow, Seattle Program Coordinator, 206-784-5765

 

The Northwest School Summer Camp 2012:  Ages 10-18, July 2-August 10.  Session 1: July 2-13.  Session 2: July 16-27, Session 3: July 30-Aug 10.   www.northwestschool.org/summer  Brochures available outside Main Office.  Questions, email nwssummer@northwestchool.org or call (206) 682-7309. 

 

5^th Avenue Summer Musical Theater School for Middle School Students:  Ages 11-13, July 23-Aug 3 or Aug 6-17.  Mon-Fr, 10-2:00p or 2:00p-6:00p. The focus is on the training.  Daily classes teach the fundamentals.  For information contact (206) 625-1418  5thavenue.org

 

Summer Camp YMCA:  Brochures are outside the main office, and upstairs in the counseling office.  Get more online at www.ysummer.org/uni     Includes Day Camps and Orkila and Colman Overnight Camps.  For more information call 206-382-5009.  For information about University Family YMCA call 206-524-1400 or visit www.universityfamilyymca.org

 

Are you 14 or will be this summer?  Ecology Youth Corps is looking for hard working teens who want to help clean the environment and earn money this summer!  Pay is $9.04 per hour and you will be trained and provided safety equipment.  For more information, go to:  www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/swfa/eyc/.

 

PROGRAM COMPUTERS:  Summer day camp for incoming7th, 8th, 9thgraders:  SESSION 1:July16-20; SESSION 2:July23-27.  COST:$220-scholarships available.  http://camps.cs.washington.edu  LEARN MORE AND APPLY:  LEARN MAGIC TRICKS: CREATE GAMES.  Spend a week on the beautiful University of Washington campus making new friends and exploring the exciting field of computer science!  Faculty members, students and industry members will lead a variety of presentations, games and hands-on projects. Lunch will be provided every day and parents will be invited to a closing ceremony.   Please contact camps@cs.washington.edu and we’ll be happy to answer your questions!