IN PERSON UPDATES:
Negotiations are continuing with the district and SEA. At this time we do not have any new information. SPS Bargaining updates
Justin will hold a question and answer session on Wed Feb 24th OR Thur Feb 25th from 6-7pm with interpreters available. We will send a link.
OPTION SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION CUTS
Although transportation cuts will not impact South Shore, it will impact the other 15 others. Join School Board Directors for a Community Meeting, Saturday, Feb. 13, 3:00-4:00pm on Zoom! Be a part of the conversation around budgeting, busing and what it could mean for Option School students.
Register at least 15 minutes before the meeting starts and we will send a confirmation email with a link to join the meeting.
Register for the meeting on this link.
African American Male Achievement is launching Listen and Learn Forums
We are committed to the long journey of dismantling a legacy of systemic racism. We invite Black families to participate and collectively envision what an educational environment looks like for Black boys and teens to thrive. Your voice will help build the office's intentional, long-term plan.
Southwest Families, Monday, February 22, 2021, 6 - 8 p.m.
African Home Language Families, Friday, February 26, 2021, 6 - 8 p.m.
Clink on this link to register for the meeting and for a list of questions that will be discussed.
VIRTUAL SCHOOL TOUR
Please share this information with any families looking for a school. South Shore School Tour Video
SPS open enrollment is Feb 1 – 26th. SPS Enrollment Page
Preschool enrollment starts March 15th. Seattle Preschool Program Enrollment
OUTDOOR LIBRARY DATE:
Join us February 26th between 12 – 4pm to check out or return books to the library.
Academic Parent Teacher Teams:
In March all K – 5 teachers will host APTT events. APTT involves strengthening partnerships between teachers and parents to achieve academic goals for their students. Teachers will help parents learn games and activities that will help their children gain academic skills that support what is going on in school More info to come soon. Watch this video to hear what parents said about APTT last year.
FOOD AND ESSENTIAL NEEDS:
Please contact Ms. Naz if you have essential needs. We have Friday food bags and other resources to help you during this time. Nazret (Naz) Asfaw 206-550-5848 or nmasfaw@seattleschools.org
Community Resources:
The People’s Free Telehealth offers FREE and CONFIDENTIAL care over video chat to underserved, uninsured and underinsured populations. www.peoplesfreetelehealth.org
Rainier Beach High School - the Big Give at the Beach
Pre-packed food boxes will be passed out in the BACK parking lot by the gym. Drive through Tuesday, Feb 16 or Thursday Feb 18 - weather permitting.
SAVE THE DATE:
Sat Feb 13 Community Meeting about option school transportation 3-4pm
Mon – Fri Feb 15 – 19 NO SCHOOL Mid Winter Break
Tue & Thur Feb 16 &18 Food boxes at RBHS 12pm *weather permitting
Monday Feb 22 AAMA forum 6-8pm
Tue or Wed Feb 24th or 25th In person update with Mr. H 6pm
Friday Feb 26 Outdoor library 12 - 4pm
Friday Feb 26 AAMA forum for African Home Language Families 6-8pm
Wed March 3 Academic Parent Teacher Teams for 4th Grade
Wed March 10 Academic Parent Teacher Teams for K, 1st and 2nd
Thursday March 11 Academic Parent Teacher Teams for 3rd and 5th grade