See I am still not done...
You all should have received email notification from Grad Images with proofs of your graduate for purchase. www.gradimages.com
Grades and transcripts went out on Friday
AP Test Scores - if your student took an AP exam this spring, they indicated the college to send the test score to. All AP test scores that your graduate received will be sent to the college of their choice
Louise Anderson created this awesome video compilation of the Moving Up Assembly and Graduation. Thank you Louise! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lge14Qh57ks
It has been a pleasure to serve you these last four years! I will miss these great kids and parents too. Congratulations to all of you and best of luck to all the 2011 graduates. Any parents of 2013 graduates - I'll be back!
Have a great summer!
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Last Day to Buy Graduation Tickets is Friday!
Last day to purchase graduation tickets is Friday by 3:30 p.m.
There were only 5 or 6 families that took a chance on the raffle for two sets of 4 seats of your choice for graduation. The winners are Cindy Hastings and Julie Rooney. We raised about $60 from this raffle. For those of you with graduates in 2012 and 2013, be sure to take a chance. The odds were good this year!
Last day for Seniors is Friday, June 10th
Graduation is Monday, June 13th. Mandatory rehearsal is from 9:00 -11:00 a.m. at Newport in the gym.
There were only 5 or 6 families that took a chance on the raffle for two sets of 4 seats of your choice for graduation. The winners are Cindy Hastings and Julie Rooney. We raised about $60 from this raffle. For those of you with graduates in 2012 and 2013, be sure to take a chance. The odds were good this year!
Last day for Seniors is Friday, June 10th
Graduation is Monday, June 13th. Mandatory rehearsal is from 9:00 -11:00 a.m. at Newport in the gym.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Commencement & Grad Knight!
What a whirlwind of activity. We couldn't have asked for a better day for prom. The girls were stunning and the boys incredibly handsome. I congratulate all of our seniors and wish them success wherever life takes them!
I am writing this long email now as I will only have time for a few quick reminder emails before Monday. Please read this thoroughly as there is a lot of information regarding the Commencement Ceremony and Grad Knight. I would even recommend that you print it out. Attached is map/direction flyer from the UW event staff. Directions are also included below.
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Last Day for Seniors - To Infinity and Beyond!
7:30-8:30 Make-up Finals
10:30-12:00 Video and Alphabet - Theater
12:00-12:30 Pay Fines (if necessary)-Accountant
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch
1:30-2:30 Farewell Assembly - Main Gym
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Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal, Monday 9:00 AM*
All students must attend and participate in this rehearsal to be eligible for participation in the Commencement Ceremony.
* Following the rehearsal. Students that are attending Grad Knight will be able to check in for their bus and get their wrist band. Bus lists will be posted outside the gym if your student is not sure which bus they are on. This will give your graduate a little more time after the graduation ceremony. More information below!
Commencement Ceremony Instructions
Expected behavior by students and guests: Commencment Cermonies for the Class of 2011 are conducted in a dignified and formal manner. Students are expected to exercise good judgement in their appearance and behavior. No artificial noisemakers, air horns, beach balls, bubbles, helium balloons, etc. are allowed in the audience or on the floor where the students are seated. Commencement is a family affair. Guests are expected to be respectful of the occasion.
Cell Phones: Student cell phones and other electronics must be turned off during the ceremony. No pictures, text messaging or gaming on the pavilion floor.
Dress: This is a formal occasion - wear appropriate clothing under gowns. Nice slacks and/or skirts/dresses are encouraged. Dress shoes and/or casual sandals are acceptable. Be sure to wear shoes that you can walk in! NO flip-flops, slippers or very casual tennis shoes. No adornment of gowns or hats at the ceremony - No leis, corsages, stoles, pins and or signs. The only visible items on the outside of the robe are those items that are deemed part of the ceremony by the school administration.
Arrival time for graduates: 6:00 pm at UW-Hec-Ed Pavilion. Students will be informed of the gathering/staging location at the mandatory rehearsal on June 13th. Only graduates are allowed in the staging area and are expected to remain in that area until the graduating class begins the procession.
Food: Plan a snack or light meal prior to arriving at the pavilion. No food or drink will be allowed on the pavilion floor. Beat the traffic and head over early. There are some wonderful restaurants in University Village or around the UW area.
Valuables: There is no secure storage at the arena for the students belongings. DO NOT bring purses, cameras, clothes, etc. on the pavilion floor. These items should be kept by parents/guardians during the ceremony. NHS assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen items.
Directions & Parking: (see attached document): Give yourself plenty of time! Check the DOT website for traffic conditions http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle/
Directions: From I-5 Going North or South:
1. Follow the signs to Seattle
2. Take Hwy 520 exit toward Bellevue-Kirkland.
3. Travel 1/4 mile and take the Montlake Boulevard exit.
4. At the end of the off ramp there is a stop light at Montlake Boulevard. Turn left.
5. Travel across the Montlake bridge. You will see Hec Ed Pavilion on the right.
From Highway 405 Going North or South:
1. From Hwy 405 take the Freeway 520 exit toward Seattle. This leads you onto the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge heading West.
2. Once across the bridge, take the Montlake Boulevard Exit. Turn Right.
3. Travel across the Montlake bridge. You will see Hec Ed Pavilion on the right.
Parking is in the E-1 Lot at a cost of $15 per vehicle. No Valet parking. Students need to be there at 6:00 and the doors open at 6:00. Handicap parking E-17 located closer to the Pavilion. Bring cash for parking!!! *
* In March, University of Washington's Hec-Ed staff sent an e-mail communicating that parking in the lot near Hec-Ed would cost $7. This is the amount we included in the senior letter sent home recently. On May 12th, UW's transportation center sent an e-mail stating that parking will cost $15.
Commencement: The ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Doors will open to family and guests at 6:00 p.m. Admission will be by ticket only - no tickets will be sold at the door.
Each family receives four (4) free graduation tickets. Additional guest tickets may be purchase for $5 from Elaine Caufield in the main office (before school, during lunch or after school). Your student or a parent on record are the only people that can purchase tickets. Tickets will be sold this week only - Friday, June 10th is the last day to purchase additional graduation tickets.
Audience Seating: There will be no early admission to the arena seating. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Do not block sections of seats. Check with your graduate following graduation practice Monday morning to determine their seating assignment so you can sit on the same side as your graduate. Seating is reserved for those in wheel chairs. Please stay seated throughout the ceremony.
Handicap access: We do not reserve seats (with the exception of wheel chairs). The arena is fully accessible with ramps and elevators. One entrance door will be designated for Handicap access. Handicap seating is avvailable around the walkway on each level. Family seating is available in the same area.
Pictures: A photographer will be taking a picture of each graduate prior to entering the pavilion and as he/she receives the diploma. Purchase is optional www.gradimages.com. No one will be permitted on the floor during the ceremony to take pictures. Please do not gather near the front or sides to take pictures.
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Grad Knight - Following the ceremony 9:15-9:35
Graduates will depart from the rear of the pavillion up to the concourse area. Have your student tell you what side they are sitting on so that you can meet them on the concourse level for a quick photo, change of clothes and gather any cell phones, wallets, purses, etc. It will be hectic! You have about 15 minutes!
Girls will change (if necessary) in the North Gym and the Boys will change in the East Gym. They will then head to the east end of the concourse for Grad Knight check in. We recommend comfortable clothing and shoes. It is casual!
Parents, remember that they can’t take phones, purses, backpacks, cameras, or pretty much anything else to GradKnight, so come prepared with a change of clothes, if needed, and a way to take home all the stuff they can’t take with them.
Bus Check-In/Wrist Bands
If your graduate has their wristband they can go directly to the waiting area "corral". If your student does not have a wrist band they must go to the check-in table and get their bus color wrist band. Volunteers will lead graduates down to bus loading in groups.
Bus Loading Reminder - As required by venues, all seniors will be searched prior to boarding busses. Students will check-in, pat down/searched and volunteers will gather any items not turned over to parents. These will be put in a baggy, marked with the graduate's name and put in a box for each bus. These will be returned to the graduate in the morning when the busses return to Newport. Graduates can bring cameras (we recommend that you put your name on it), yet at their own risk. NHS PTSA or Grad Knights are not responsible for any lost items.
Male and female amenities are provided and available in the restrooms of the venues.
All unapproved/illegal items (including drugs, alcohol, weapons) will be confiscated. Graduates will be given one "No Questions Asked" opportunity to turn over items. We need to emphasize that if items are found during the evening your student may be removed from the event and parents called to pick up their student immediately.
Graduates may not leave the party during any time except for illness and will only be released to their parent (as indicated on the permission form).
Graduates will return by bus to Newport High School parking lot at approximately 5:15 a.m. It is recommended that a parent or someone be there to pick up your graduate. They have been up all night and should not be driving!
I am writing this long email now as I will only have time for a few quick reminder emails before Monday. Please read this thoroughly as there is a lot of information regarding the Commencement Ceremony and Grad Knight. I would even recommend that you print it out. Attached is map/direction flyer from the UW event staff. Directions are also included below.
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Last Day for Seniors - To Infinity and Beyond!
7:30-8:30 Make-up Finals
10:30-12:00 Video and Alphabet - Theater
12:00-12:30 Pay Fines (if necessary)-Accountant
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch
1:30-2:30 Farewell Assembly - Main Gym
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Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal, Monday 9:00 AM*
All students must attend and participate in this rehearsal to be eligible for participation in the Commencement Ceremony.
* Following the rehearsal. Students that are attending Grad Knight will be able to check in for their bus and get their wrist band. Bus lists will be posted outside the gym if your student is not sure which bus they are on. This will give your graduate a little more time after the graduation ceremony. More information below!
Commencement Ceremony Instructions
Expected behavior by students and guests: Commencment Cermonies for the Class of 2011 are conducted in a dignified and formal manner. Students are expected to exercise good judgement in their appearance and behavior. No artificial noisemakers, air horns, beach balls, bubbles, helium balloons, etc. are allowed in the audience or on the floor where the students are seated. Commencement is a family affair. Guests are expected to be respectful of the occasion.
Cell Phones: Student cell phones and other electronics must be turned off during the ceremony. No pictures, text messaging or gaming on the pavilion floor.
Dress: This is a formal occasion - wear appropriate clothing under gowns. Nice slacks and/or skirts/dresses are encouraged. Dress shoes and/or casual sandals are acceptable. Be sure to wear shoes that you can walk in! NO flip-flops, slippers or very casual tennis shoes. No adornment of gowns or hats at the ceremony - No leis, corsages, stoles, pins and or signs. The only visible items on the outside of the robe are those items that are deemed part of the ceremony by the school administration.
Arrival time for graduates: 6:00 pm at UW-Hec-Ed Pavilion. Students will be informed of the gathering/staging location at the mandatory rehearsal on June 13th. Only graduates are allowed in the staging area and are expected to remain in that area until the graduating class begins the procession.
Food: Plan a snack or light meal prior to arriving at the pavilion. No food or drink will be allowed on the pavilion floor. Beat the traffic and head over early. There are some wonderful restaurants in University Village or around the UW area.
Valuables: There is no secure storage at the arena for the students belongings. DO NOT bring purses, cameras, clothes, etc. on the pavilion floor. These items should be kept by parents/guardians during the ceremony. NHS assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen items.
Directions & Parking: (see attached document): Give yourself plenty of time! Check the DOT website for traffic conditions http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle/
Directions: From I-5 Going North or South:
1. Follow the signs to Seattle
2. Take Hwy 520 exit toward Bellevue-Kirkland.
3. Travel 1/4 mile and take the Montlake Boulevard exit.
4. At the end of the off ramp there is a stop light at Montlake Boulevard. Turn left.
5. Travel across the Montlake bridge. You will see Hec Ed Pavilion on the right.
From Highway 405 Going North or South:
1. From Hwy 405 take the Freeway 520 exit toward Seattle. This leads you onto the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge heading West.
2. Once across the bridge, take the Montlake Boulevard Exit. Turn Right.
3. Travel across the Montlake bridge. You will see Hec Ed Pavilion on the right.
Parking is in the E-1 Lot at a cost of $15 per vehicle. No Valet parking. Students need to be there at 6:00 and the doors open at 6:00. Handicap parking E-17 located closer to the Pavilion. Bring cash for parking!!! *
* In March, University of Washington's Hec-Ed staff sent an e-mail communicating that parking in the lot near Hec-Ed would cost $7. This is the amount we included in the senior letter sent home recently. On May 12th, UW's transportation center sent an e-mail stating that parking will cost $15.
Commencement: The ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Doors will open to family and guests at 6:00 p.m. Admission will be by ticket only - no tickets will be sold at the door.
Each family receives four (4) free graduation tickets. Additional guest tickets may be purchase for $5 from Elaine Caufield in the main office (before school, during lunch or after school). Your student or a parent on record are the only people that can purchase tickets. Tickets will be sold this week only - Friday, June 10th is the last day to purchase additional graduation tickets.
Audience Seating: There will be no early admission to the arena seating. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Do not block sections of seats. Check with your graduate following graduation practice Monday morning to determine their seating assignment so you can sit on the same side as your graduate. Seating is reserved for those in wheel chairs. Please stay seated throughout the ceremony.
Handicap access: We do not reserve seats (with the exception of wheel chairs). The arena is fully accessible with ramps and elevators. One entrance door will be designated for Handicap access. Handicap seating is avvailable around the walkway on each level. Family seating is available in the same area.
Pictures: A photographer will be taking a picture of each graduate prior to entering the pavilion and as he/she receives the diploma. Purchase is optional www.gradimages.com. No one will be permitted on the floor during the ceremony to take pictures. Please do not gather near the front or sides to take pictures.
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Grad Knight - Following the ceremony 9:15-9:35
Graduates will depart from the rear of the pavillion up to the concourse area. Have your student tell you what side they are sitting on so that you can meet them on the concourse level for a quick photo, change of clothes and gather any cell phones, wallets, purses, etc. It will be hectic! You have about 15 minutes!
Girls will change (if necessary) in the North Gym and the Boys will change in the East Gym. They will then head to the east end of the concourse for Grad Knight check in. We recommend comfortable clothing and shoes. It is casual!
Parents, remember that they can’t take phones, purses, backpacks, cameras, or pretty much anything else to GradKnight, so come prepared with a change of clothes, if needed, and a way to take home all the stuff they can’t take with them.
Bus Check-In/Wrist Bands
If your graduate has their wristband they can go directly to the waiting area "corral". If your student does not have a wrist band they must go to the check-in table and get their bus color wrist band. Volunteers will lead graduates down to bus loading in groups.
Bus Loading Reminder - As required by venues, all seniors will be searched prior to boarding busses. Students will check-in, pat down/searched and volunteers will gather any items not turned over to parents. These will be put in a baggy, marked with the graduate's name and put in a box for each bus. These will be returned to the graduate in the morning when the busses return to Newport. Graduates can bring cameras (we recommend that you put your name on it), yet at their own risk. NHS PTSA or Grad Knights are not responsible for any lost items.
Male and female amenities are provided and available in the restrooms of the venues.
All unapproved/illegal items (including drugs, alcohol, weapons) will be confiscated. Graduates will be given one "No Questions Asked" opportunity to turn over items. We need to emphasize that if items are found during the evening your student may be removed from the event and parents called to pick up their student immediately.
Graduates may not leave the party during any time except for illness and will only be released to their parent (as indicated on the permission form).
Graduates will return by bus to Newport High School parking lot at approximately 5:15 a.m. It is recommended that a parent or someone be there to pick up your graduate. They have been up all night and should not be driving!
Monday, May 30, 2011
Senior News! May 31st-June 3rd
Keep the questions coming! I will be sending a detailed email regarding Graduation next week. Here's what is important to know for this week!
If your student has any FINES, please get these paid on or before Wednesday. Make sure they have turned in sports uniforms, etc. A list of students with fines is posted by the accountant's office. Every year that I have helped hand out Senior yearbooks and graduation tickets there are students that stand in line, get to the table and find out they have fines. I found out last week that my student had not paid her National Honor Society fees for the year and I was surprised to see other Seniors on the list. Be sure to have them check the list or check in with Mrs. Pierson.
Community Service forms ( BSD 40 hour graduation requirement) also must be turned in order to receive your graduation tickets.
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
May 31st, Senior Awards - 7:00 p.m. Theater
If your student has been invited (Invitation from Counselors), they should attend!
FYI - this has nothing to do with the Alphabet Awards that the Seniors voted on.
Wednesday, June 1st - Locker Clean Out - Yearbook Distribution - Graduation Tickets - Caps & Gowns - Pay Fines!
Locker Clean Out is scheduled for 2nd period. If your student does not get checked out, they will not be able to get their yearbooks or graduation tickets.
There will be no allowances made for “I didn’t know I had a locker.”
Locker cleanout is an all-school event. Unless you have an excused absence, there will be no waiving of the fine for “My teacher didn’t tell me.
Seniors will not be able to participate in the Senior Lunch if they have any outstanding fines, including this one.
Yearbook distribution is right after school at 12:30. Location will be announced, yet Seniors are generally in the south end of the commons.
Graduation Tickets - each Senior will receive 4 tickets for free.
Caps & Gowns - Jostens will be handing out Caps & Gowns in the commons.
Spring Band Concert 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 2nd - Additional Graduation Tickets Available for $5 each
No Forms Needed. Don't Worry there are plenty of tickets. Please don't overwhelm Ms. Caufield! Come in anytime between June 2nd - June 13th to purchase additional tickets (unless we sell out which is probably impossible). Must be a student or parent/guardian on record to purchase tickets.
Choir Concert 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 4th Senior Prom, Shilshole Bay Beach Club
Be safe! Be responsible! Have FUN!
Senior Itinerary for June 10th
7:30-9:30 make-up finals
10:30-12:00 Vidoe and Alphabet - theater
12:00-12:30 - Pay Fines
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch - Outside and Commons
1:30-2:30 Farewll Assembly-Main Gym
SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
If your student has any FINES, please get these paid on or before Wednesday. Make sure they have turned in sports uniforms, etc. A list of students with fines is posted by the accountant's office. Every year that I have helped hand out Senior yearbooks and graduation tickets there are students that stand in line, get to the table and find out they have fines. I found out last week that my student had not paid her National Honor Society fees for the year and I was surprised to see other Seniors on the list. Be sure to have them check the list or check in with Mrs. Pierson.
Community Service forms ( BSD 40 hour graduation requirement) also must be turned in order to receive your graduation tickets.
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
May 31st, Senior Awards - 7:00 p.m. Theater
If your student has been invited (Invitation from Counselors), they should attend!
FYI - this has nothing to do with the Alphabet Awards that the Seniors voted on.
Wednesday, June 1st - Locker Clean Out - Yearbook Distribution - Graduation Tickets - Caps & Gowns - Pay Fines!
Locker Clean Out is scheduled for 2nd period. If your student does not get checked out, they will not be able to get their yearbooks or graduation tickets.
There will be no allowances made for “I didn’t know I had a locker.”
Locker cleanout is an all-school event. Unless you have an excused absence, there will be no waiving of the fine for “My teacher didn’t tell me.
Seniors will not be able to participate in the Senior Lunch if they have any outstanding fines, including this one.
Yearbook distribution is right after school at 12:30. Location will be announced, yet Seniors are generally in the south end of the commons.
Graduation Tickets - each Senior will receive 4 tickets for free.
Caps & Gowns - Jostens will be handing out Caps & Gowns in the commons.
Spring Band Concert 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 2nd - Additional Graduation Tickets Available for $5 each
No Forms Needed. Don't Worry there are plenty of tickets. Please don't overwhelm Ms. Caufield! Come in anytime between June 2nd - June 13th to purchase additional tickets (unless we sell out which is probably impossible). Must be a student or parent/guardian on record to purchase tickets.
Choir Concert 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 4th Senior Prom, Shilshole Bay Beach Club
Be safe! Be responsible! Have FUN!
Senior Itinerary for June 10th
7:30-9:30 make-up finals
10:30-12:00 Vidoe and Alphabet - theater
12:00-12:30 - Pay Fines
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch - Outside and Commons
1:30-2:30 Farewll Assembly-Main Gym
SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Senior News Graduation Tickets and More!
Expect more emails from me as we get closer to Graduation! Information below needs your attention and answers some questions that you have been asking since my last email. I will be sending out more details about parking, drop off, directions & traffic expectations for June 13th in the next week.
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Graduation Ticket Raffle!
Raffle is for 4 - 2011 Graduation Tickets and SAVED SEATS of your choice at Hec Ed Pavilion on Monday, June 13th. There will be two winners, each for 4 Graduation Tickets. This is a $20 value! Opportunities to win are $5.00 each.
Reserved seats together: Priceless!
Deadline to enter is Friday, June 3rd. Drawing will be held June 6th and you will be notified by phone if you win. Drop your form and check in the main office in the GRAD KNIGHT BOX. Form is attached.
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Additional Graduation Tickets
Thursday, June 2nd additional tickets can be purchased for $5 each. No form needed. See Ms. Caufield in the Main Office.
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Grad Knight Volunteer Training Thursday, June 2nd, 7:00-8:15 pm
We currently have 21 chaperones for the ‘all night’ event. We need another 7-8!!
These volunteers can be Senior parents or any other responsible parents/adult relatives.
Time: 6/13 – 9:30 pm until 5:15 am 6/14.Locations: Hec Ed Pavillion to start..and then two other ‘secret’ locations ..with final ‘drop off’ at NHS
Roles: Overall supervision of kids and ensuring all have a fun, safe time during the venues. Assignments/rotations will be assigned and you’ll have plenty to ‘do’ and see to keep you occupied and AWAKE!
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Grad Knight - AWARDS & PRIZES - Deadline June 8th
Typically, during the course of the all night event, there are prizes that are awarded for various games, contests and/or simply raffle drawings. We’d like to make the prizes worthwhile for the graduates and something they could use. We are looking for 12 prizes and can ‘bundle’ smaller items into prize packages.
We would welcome donations of gift cards (itunes, Best Buy, Target, restaurants, etc), new electronics/games, college/dorm room type items, We will gladly accept donations of gift cards/or small items and these can be dropped off in the main office to the attention of Julie Rooney or via email to Tira.Villanueva@verizonbusiness.com
Please note – Any large items and/or ‘easy to lose’ will NOT be handed out at the celebration, but the winner(s) will have certificates for redemption and we will provide the award(s) at either the pickup location (NHS 5:15 am 6/14) or at a location/time to be coordinated with the respective winner.
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Last Day for Seniors - June 10th Itinerary
7:30-9:30 Make -up Finals
10:30-12::00 Video and Alphabet (Theater)
12:00-12:30 Pay Fines - (accountant )
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch (outside and commons area)
1:30-2:30 Farewell Assembly-Main Gym
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PTSA "Inspirational Event"/Baccaluareate - Sunday, June 12th
Please join family and friends to celebrate our students! These students will be performing on Sunday, June 12th at 2:00 p.m.
SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets (4 tickets per graduate)
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Graduation Ticket Raffle!
Raffle is for 4 - 2011 Graduation Tickets and SAVED SEATS of your choice at Hec Ed Pavilion on Monday, June 13th. There will be two winners, each for 4 Graduation Tickets. This is a $20 value! Opportunities to win are $5.00 each.
Reserved seats together: Priceless!
Deadline to enter is Friday, June 3rd. Drawing will be held June 6th and you will be notified by phone if you win. Drop your form and check in the main office in the GRAD KNIGHT BOX. Form is attached.
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Additional Graduation Tickets
Thursday, June 2nd additional tickets can be purchased for $5 each. No form needed. See Ms. Caufield in the Main Office.
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Grad Knight Volunteer Training Thursday, June 2nd, 7:00-8:15 pm
We currently have 21 chaperones for the ‘all night’ event. We need another 7-8!!
These volunteers can be Senior parents or any other responsible parents/adult relatives.
Time: 6/13 – 9:30 pm until 5:15 am 6/14.Locations: Hec Ed Pavillion to start..and then two other ‘secret’ locations ..with final ‘drop off’ at NHS
Roles: Overall supervision of kids and ensuring all have a fun, safe time during the venues. Assignments/rotations will be assigned and you’ll have plenty to ‘do’ and see to keep you occupied and AWAKE!
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Grad Knight - AWARDS & PRIZES - Deadline June 8th
Typically, during the course of the all night event, there are prizes that are awarded for various games, contests and/or simply raffle drawings. We’d like to make the prizes worthwhile for the graduates and something they could use. We are looking for 12 prizes and can ‘bundle’ smaller items into prize packages.
We would welcome donations of gift cards (itunes, Best Buy, Target, restaurants, etc), new electronics/games, college/dorm room type items, We will gladly accept donations of gift cards/or small items and these can be dropped off in the main office to the attention of Julie Rooney or via email to Tira.Villanueva@verizonbusiness.com
Please note – Any large items and/or ‘easy to lose’ will NOT be handed out at the celebration, but the winner(s) will have certificates for redemption and we will provide the award(s) at either the pickup location (NHS 5:15 am 6/14) or at a location/time to be coordinated with the respective winner.
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Last Day for Seniors - June 10th Itinerary
7:30-9:30 Make -up Finals
10:30-12::00 Video and Alphabet (Theater)
12:00-12:30 Pay Fines - (accountant )
12:30-1:30 Senior Lunch (outside and commons area)
1:30-2:30 Farewell Assembly-Main Gym
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PTSA "Inspirational Event"/Baccaluareate - Sunday, June 12th
Please join family and friends to celebrate our students! These students will be performing on Sunday, June 12th at 2:00 p.m.
SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets (4 tickets per graduate)
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Senior News! 15 Days to Graduation
We are really winding down here. Please pay attention to the information in these emails over the next 2 weeks. There will be more details regarding the Graduation venue at Hec Ed and Grad Knight as we get closer to June 13th. Remind your students to get their 40 hours of community service hours in and fines paid as soon as possible! They need this done in order to get their yearbooks and graduation tickets on June 1st!
Final Transcripts - information on how your student will notify Newport as to the college attending in the fall will be coming from the counselors soon. I believe the deadline to send these out (from Newport) will be on or before June 24th. As soon as I know, I will let you know!
Rumors of a Senior ditch day - FYI - 18 year olds will NOT be able to write their own notes for skipping school that day....
And remind them to be safe out there....
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Prom Tickets
Locker Clean Out
Year Book Distribution
Graduation Tickets
Grad Knight (see attached GK Tips)
Grad Knight Volunteers Needed
Grad Knight Prizes Needed
Grad Knight Tickets and Bus Assignments
Seniors-Important Dates
Prom Tickets - Last day to purchase Prom tickets is tomorrow - Monday May 23rd. Come buy your tickets at 1st or 2nd lunch for $40 each and sign up for pictures at the same time.
Prom protocal - I have had a few questions about prom - since this is a boy ask girl dance, the boy "generally" pays for tickets & dinner. Girls pay for photos. I would suggest splitting any transportation costs. Boys need to rent a tux and buy a corsage. Girls - oh my it is endless - dress, dress alterations, undergarments, shoes, hair, make-up, jewelry, purse, boutionnier....need I go on?
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Locker Clean-Out
Locker Clean-Out is scheduled for Wednesday June 1st during second period. A list of students with lockers will be posted on the wall outside of the Main Office on Friday, May 27th. Be proactive – start cleaning your locker now!
There will be no allowances made for “I didn’t know I had a locker.”
Locker cleanout is an all-school event. Unless you have an excused absence, there will be no waiving of the fine for “My teacher didn’t tell me.
Seniors will not be able to participate in the Senior Lunch if they have any outstanding fines, including this one.
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Yearbook Distribution
Yearbook Distribution is Wednesday, June 1st immediately after school. You must have a valid ID to pick up your book. Siblings and friends cannot pick up books for one another. You must pay ALL of your school fines before picking up your book. The fines list will be posted outside the accountant’s office. Check to make sure that you DO NOT have fines!!!
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Graduation Tickets!!!
Graduation Tickets will be distributed after school on Wednesday, June 1, starting at 12:30. We will be pulling tickets for those who have fines or have not completed their 40 hours of community service. Additional tickets will be on sale on June 2nd in the main office with Ms. Caufield. No form needed. Each additional ticket is $5. Cash or check accepted.
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Grad Knight
Volunteers - Thank you to those that have stepped up for our kids for Grad Knight. We still need approximately 10 volunteers for the all night event! Please contact Tira if you can help tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com
Prize Donations Needed!
As part of our Grad Knight event, we provide random prizes to our GRADUATES for various activities, games and contests that occur during GRAD KNIGHT! We are seeking donations of items our teens would want to use and/or take into college. Gift Cards are the easiest - previous donations are gift cards from Best Buy, Starbucks, Macy's, or music, electronics, housewares, etc. I would suggest amounts in the range of $10 to $50.
We would like these items before June 1st so we are able to ‘bundle’ prizes and/or assign prizes to the various activities (random, game prizes, contest prizes, etc). Ideally we are seeking 12 prizes and we can hold the actual ‘prize’ until the following morning and hand it to the students as they leave the bus.
Please let me know if you can help out. I will be at Newport on May 26th, May 27th and May 31st in the main office. Drop something by or have your student come see me and I will collect them on behalf of the Grad Knight Committee.
Grad Knight Tickets and Bus Assignments
We have 319 students signed up for Grad Knight! All students have been assigned to a bus if they did not sign themselves up. If your student has any questions about bus assignments, please let me know.
Tickets are $150 and permission forms are available in the main office in the Grad Knight box. Please get this in ASAP!
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SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Final Transcripts - information on how your student will notify Newport as to the college attending in the fall will be coming from the counselors soon. I believe the deadline to send these out (from Newport) will be on or before June 24th. As soon as I know, I will let you know!
Rumors of a Senior ditch day - FYI - 18 year olds will NOT be able to write their own notes for skipping school that day....
And remind them to be safe out there....
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Prom Tickets
Locker Clean Out
Year Book Distribution
Graduation Tickets
Grad Knight (see attached GK Tips)
Grad Knight Volunteers Needed
Grad Knight Prizes Needed
Grad Knight Tickets and Bus Assignments
Seniors-Important Dates
Prom Tickets - Last day to purchase Prom tickets is tomorrow - Monday May 23rd. Come buy your tickets at 1st or 2nd lunch for $40 each and sign up for pictures at the same time.
Prom protocal - I have had a few questions about prom - since this is a boy ask girl dance, the boy "generally" pays for tickets & dinner. Girls pay for photos. I would suggest splitting any transportation costs. Boys need to rent a tux and buy a corsage. Girls - oh my it is endless - dress, dress alterations, undergarments, shoes, hair, make-up, jewelry, purse, boutionnier....need I go on?
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Locker Clean-Out
Locker Clean-Out is scheduled for Wednesday June 1st during second period. A list of students with lockers will be posted on the wall outside of the Main Office on Friday, May 27th. Be proactive – start cleaning your locker now!
There will be no allowances made for “I didn’t know I had a locker.”
Locker cleanout is an all-school event. Unless you have an excused absence, there will be no waiving of the fine for “My teacher didn’t tell me.
Seniors will not be able to participate in the Senior Lunch if they have any outstanding fines, including this one.
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Yearbook Distribution
Yearbook Distribution is Wednesday, June 1st immediately after school. You must have a valid ID to pick up your book. Siblings and friends cannot pick up books for one another. You must pay ALL of your school fines before picking up your book. The fines list will be posted outside the accountant’s office. Check to make sure that you DO NOT have fines!!!
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Graduation Tickets!!!
Graduation Tickets will be distributed after school on Wednesday, June 1, starting at 12:30. We will be pulling tickets for those who have fines or have not completed their 40 hours of community service. Additional tickets will be on sale on June 2nd in the main office with Ms. Caufield. No form needed. Each additional ticket is $5. Cash or check accepted.
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Grad Knight
Volunteers - Thank you to those that have stepped up for our kids for Grad Knight. We still need approximately 10 volunteers for the all night event! Please contact Tira if you can help tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com
Prize Donations Needed!
As part of our Grad Knight event, we provide random prizes to our GRADUATES for various activities, games and contests that occur during GRAD KNIGHT! We are seeking donations of items our teens would want to use and/or take into college. Gift Cards are the easiest - previous donations are gift cards from Best Buy, Starbucks, Macy's, or music, electronics, housewares, etc. I would suggest amounts in the range of $10 to $50.
We would like these items before June 1st so we are able to ‘bundle’ prizes and/or assign prizes to the various activities (random, game prizes, contest prizes, etc). Ideally we are seeking 12 prizes and we can hold the actual ‘prize’ until the following morning and hand it to the students as they leave the bus.
Please let me know if you can help out. I will be at Newport on May 26th, May 27th and May 31st in the main office. Drop something by or have your student come see me and I will collect them on behalf of the Grad Knight Committee.
Grad Knight Tickets and Bus Assignments
We have 319 students signed up for Grad Knight! All students have been assigned to a bus if they did not sign themselves up. If your student has any questions about bus assignments, please let me know.
Tickets are $150 and permission forms are available in the main office in the Grad Knight box. Please get this in ASAP!
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SENIORS IMPORTANT DATES:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)- Remember to smile kids!
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 1st - Cap & Gown distribution at 12:40 (Volunteers needed – contact Elaine Caufield, caufieldd@bsd405.org)
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets - main office
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch/video alphabet and Moving Up Assembly - all "students only" except for the assembly (which is not to be missed)
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m in the Performing Arts Center - open to all Seniors & their friends and families. A lovely tradition.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym) - students only
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Senior News! 5 Weeks to go!
Are you starting to feel a little nostalgic? As I said at the beginning of the year, this will be a year of "lasts" and it is so true. These next 5 weeks will be full of activities as our seniors finish off the year. I will be providing additional information and reminders about graduation and logistics as we get closer to June 13th. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask!
Graduation Announcements
Graduation Tickets
Grad Knight Info - Dine Out, Tickets, Bus Sign-Ups
Prom
Japanese Disaster Relief Yard Sale Fundraiser
Counseling Center News
Community Service Hours
Kudos!
Seniors - Save the dates!
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Graduation Announcements
If your student did not pick up Graduation Announcement orders, they are in the main office. Please see Ms. Caufleld. Caps and gowns will be delivered June 1st. Contact Mike Annis with Jostens if you have any questions (253) 631-3491 mike.annis@jostens.com
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Graduation Tickets
Each student will receive 4 tickets on Wednesday, June 1st. Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each. The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets. There is no limit on tickets per family.
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Grad Knight Info
Last Dine Out Fundraiser - South China Restaurant, Tuesday May 17th 6:00 -9:00 p.m
Come join us with your family and friends! 5606 119th Ave SE , Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center) (425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Grad Knight Tickets
We have 316 Seniors attending Grad Knight. There is still time to buy tickets. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission form. Permission forms can be picked up and dropped off with payment in the Grad Knight box in the main office. Financial considerations must be taken to your student's counselor.
Grad Knight Bus sign-ups, Wednesday May 18th
The next bus sign-up date is Wednesday, May 18th from 12:30-2:00 p.m. If your student has not signed up for a bus or wants to make a change, please tell them to come to the table outside of the main office.
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Prom - Saturday, June 4th
Prom is Saturday, June 4th at the Shilshole Bay Beach Club from 7pm-12am.
Tickets are $40 per person and will be on sale everyday at lunch and Wednesday after school starting Monday, May 16th and the last day to purchase tickets is Monday, May 23rd.
If you are bringing a guest, the last day to turn in the form for a Guest Pass (which you need to purchase tickets) is Friday, May 20th. The link for the PROM Only Dance Pass Application can be found on the school website under Activities - Dance Resources. http://www.bsd405.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=rbRvKs%2fkb6I%3d&tabid=2869
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Japanese Disaster Relief Yard Sale, Saturday May 21st 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.
The Newport Yearbook class and Natural Disaster Relief club are joining forces to host a yard sale benefiting Japanese disaster relief. Start gathering your items for donation while doing your spring cleaning! Donations will be accepted 4pm-6pm on Friday, May 20th in the outside gym. Donations can also be delivered on the day of the event. Prefereably in the morning from 7am-9am Please donate your goods, or your time, or just come to find your treasure while supporting a community in need. Contact Kim Driscoll at: driscollk@bsd405.org if you might be interested in helping out with this great community event! Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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Counseling Center News!
Carla Vendeland Scholarship - In memory of Carla Vendeland's dedication to our community, the Newport PTSA Community Service Committee annually presents a cash award in recognition of two Newport High School students with the most positive impact on our community (not the most number of hours). Details are on the NHS PTSA Community Service page or in the Counseling Center. Deadline extended to May 20th.
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Community Service Hours
Time is running out. Check your student's hours here http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?KEY=KNIGHTVALOR
Questions? Contact nhscommserv@gmail.com
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Seniors - Save the Dates:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym)
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Graduation Announcements
Graduation Tickets
Grad Knight Info - Dine Out, Tickets, Bus Sign-Ups
Prom
Japanese Disaster Relief Yard Sale Fundraiser
Counseling Center News
Community Service Hours
Kudos!
Seniors - Save the dates!
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Graduation Announcements
If your student did not pick up Graduation Announcement orders, they are in the main office. Please see Ms. Caufleld. Caps and gowns will be delivered June 1st. Contact Mike Annis with Jostens if you have any questions (253) 631-3491 mike.annis@jostens.com
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Graduation Tickets
Each student will receive 4 tickets on Wednesday, June 1st. Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each. The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets. There is no limit on tickets per family.
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Grad Knight Info
Last Dine Out Fundraiser - South China Restaurant, Tuesday May 17th 6:00 -9:00 p.m
Come join us with your family and friends! 5606 119th Ave SE , Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center) (425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Grad Knight Tickets
We have 316 Seniors attending Grad Knight. There is still time to buy tickets. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission form. Permission forms can be picked up and dropped off with payment in the Grad Knight box in the main office. Financial considerations must be taken to your student's counselor.
Grad Knight Bus sign-ups, Wednesday May 18th
The next bus sign-up date is Wednesday, May 18th from 12:30-2:00 p.m. If your student has not signed up for a bus or wants to make a change, please tell them to come to the table outside of the main office.
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Prom - Saturday, June 4th
Prom is Saturday, June 4th at the Shilshole Bay Beach Club from 7pm-12am.
Tickets are $40 per person and will be on sale everyday at lunch and Wednesday after school starting Monday, May 16th and the last day to purchase tickets is Monday, May 23rd.
If you are bringing a guest, the last day to turn in the form for a Guest Pass (which you need to purchase tickets) is Friday, May 20th. The link for the PROM Only Dance Pass Application can be found on the school website under Activities - Dance Resources. http://www.bsd405.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=rbRvKs%2fkb6I%3d&tabid=2869
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Japanese Disaster Relief Yard Sale, Saturday May 21st 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.
The Newport Yearbook class and Natural Disaster Relief club are joining forces to host a yard sale benefiting Japanese disaster relief. Start gathering your items for donation while doing your spring cleaning! Donations will be accepted 4pm-6pm on Friday, May 20th in the outside gym. Donations can also be delivered on the day of the event. Prefereably in the morning from 7am-9am Please donate your goods, or your time, or just come to find your treasure while supporting a community in need. Contact Kim Driscoll at: driscollk@bsd405.org if you might be interested in helping out with this great community event! Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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Counseling Center News!
Carla Vendeland Scholarship - In memory of Carla Vendeland's dedication to our community, the Newport PTSA Community Service Committee annually presents a cash award in recognition of two Newport High School students with the most positive impact on our community (not the most number of hours). Details are on the NHS PTSA Community Service page or in the Counseling Center. Deadline extended to May 20th.
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Community Service Hours
Time is running out. Check your student's hours here http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?KEY=KNIGHTVALOR
Questions? Contact nhscommserv@gmail.com
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Seniors - Save the Dates:
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 2nd - Purchase additional Graduation Tickets
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 7th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m. (Newport's Main Gym)
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington) - Seniors arrive at 6:00 p.m.
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
Friday, May 6, 2011
Senior News! 6 weeks and counting!
The last AP exams for our Seniors. Woo-hoo! It has been wonderful to hear about all of the college decision-making and yes it has been a stressful, yet exciting process. Many of our Seniors will be honored at the Senior Awards Night later this month (see below).
Weekly updates from now on and as we get closer, you may get more! 6 weeks and counting...
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Senior Letter from the Principal
Graduation Tickets
Jostens
Grad Knight Info
Senior Awards Night
PTSA Inspirational Event
Yard Sale for Japan
Counseling Center News
Kudos
Senior parents, watch your mailbox
In early May, Senior parents will receive an important letter with graduation, senior finals (a change from the senior packet) and other pertinent information from Principal Heidi Fedore. If you do not receive this information, please let me know.
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Graduation Tickets
Each student will receive 4 tickets on Wednesday, June 1st.
Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each.
The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets. There is no limit on tickets per family.
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Graduation Announcement pick-up, Thursday May 12th
Jostens will be at Newport High School on Thurs., May 12th, for seniors to pick up their graduation announcement orders during lunch, in the Commons. Please stop by to pick up your order. Caps and gowns will be delivered June 1st. If you have not placed a graduation order, you may order online at www.jostens-graduation.com. Class rings make a great graduation gift for your senior! Order now at www.jostens.com. Contact Mike Annis with Jostens if you have any questions (253) 631-3491 mike.annis@jostens.com
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Grad Knight Info
Last Dine Out Fundraiser - South China Restaurant, Tuesday May 17th
Come join us with your family and friends!
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center) (425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Grad Knight Bus sign-ups, Wednesday May 18th
The next bus sign-up date is Wednesday, May 18th from 12:30-2:00 p.m. If your student has not signed up for a bus or wants to make a change, please tell them to come to the table outside of the main office. This may be their last opportunity to sign up for a bus!
Grad Knight Tickets
Time is running out to get your tickets to the best post-graduation party ever! Grad Knight is an all-night, chaperoned event designed for fun and your last chance to be together as the class of 2011. Busses will transport you from Hec Ed to a number of venues where you're sure to have a great time. But you can’t go if you don’t buy a ticket. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission form. Turn your signed form and check into the Grad Knight box in the office.
When was the last time you pulled an all-nighter?
We are looking for 15 more volunteers for Grad Knight to accompany our Seniors for their last 'Hurrah' and celebration of their accomplishments and graduation! If you can do this..we'd love to have you help! You can email me or Tira tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com with your name, email address preferred for communications and cell phone number.
Grad Knight is a PTA Sponsored event that provides our seniors with an 'all night celebration' to destinations 'unknown' in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment. To accomplish this, we need your help. We need a total of 34 parent volunteers to accompany our Graduates to ensure we help keep it fun, all inclusive and safe for everyone.
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Senior Awards Night
You may have received an invitation to the Senior Awards Night. Every year Newport’s graduating class includes dozens of scholarship winners and academic achievers who deserve special recognition. The school could truly spend days honoring them all, but some of you might not have time for that. Instead, we have a lovely evening of awards. There are also a couple of musical performances. This is a school-sponsored event. Honorees are listed in the final edition of the Knightline each year. They cover pages!! Some honors are scholarships that students have applied for. Each department also recognizes students for achievement.
There are two honors that are given automatically to students who have earned them. The students who reach these heights sometimes get the idea that because there are so many of them it isn’t a very special award when just the opposite is true. These students should be proud of their accomplishments and smile when they receive their award!
The President’s Education Award is given to all students who have earned a 3.5 GPA or higher AND attained an SAT score in the 85th percentile or higher.
Washington State Honors is bestowed on students who finish in the top 10% of all Washington students for the year based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores
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PTSA Inspirational Sponsored (Baccalaureate) Event 2011 – June 12th PAC
Be sure and mark your calendars to attend the PTSA Sponsored Event on June 12th from 2 - 4pm in the PAC (Performing Arts Center) It is one of the graduation ceremonies that will bring your student's educational experience full circle. This is an opportunity for to reflect on where you've been, where you are and where you will be going in your future with your graduating peers. We will be highlighting a guest speaker to share an enlightening and inspirational talk, picking a winner to share their Community Compassion Challenge experience and win a prize of acknowledgement for their participation in our theme of "Be The Change, Small Acts ~ Big Heart" and more! Winners must be present to win! Be part of the challenge for the month of May and do a Random Act of Kindness - do something nice for someone else for no reason at all except to make them smile! Grab a note card in the office and share your experience by putting it in the Challenge Box in the school office. If you are someone who has had someone do something for you feel free to share your experience as well. June 2nd all entries will be collected and winner will be drawn. Interested in helping with this event? Contact Teresa Pates kplus4@msn.com
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Yard Sale Fundraiser for Japan, Saturday May 21st
The Newport Yearbook class and Natural Disaster Relief club are joining forces to host a yard sale benefiting Japanese disaster relief. Start gathering your items for donation while doing your spring cleaning! Donations will be accepted the day before the event and the morning of the event. Please mark this event on your calendar. Students can earn community service hours. Parents can attend as a volunteer organizer or just come and find your treasure! Contact Kim Driscoll at: driscollk@bsd405.org if you might be interested in helping out with this great community event!
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Counseling Center News!
Greetings from the University of Washington Bothell!
Due to continued growth, there is still space available for Fall 2011 at UW Bothell! Applications for admission are still being accepted on a space available basis. Please share this information with your seniors that have not confirmed their plans for Fall 2011.
Our admissions advisors are available to answer any questions and can be reached through our online chat, by emailing freshmen@uwb.edu, or calling (425) 352-5000.
Sincerely,
Jill M. Orcutt
Director of Admissions
University of Washington Bothell
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KUDOS!
Newport's Jazz I took 2nd place, winning $2,500 and $700 of equipment from D'Addario at the 2011 Swing Central Jazz competition, at the Savannah Music Festival in Savannah, GA. Congratulations Savannah Seniors:
Weekly updates from now on and as we get closer, you may get more! 6 weeks and counting...
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Senior Letter from the Principal
Graduation Tickets
Jostens
Grad Knight Info
Senior Awards Night
PTSA Inspirational Event
Yard Sale for Japan
Counseling Center News
Kudos
Senior parents, watch your mailbox
In early May, Senior parents will receive an important letter with graduation, senior finals (a change from the senior packet) and other pertinent information from Principal Heidi Fedore. If you do not receive this information, please let me know.
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Graduation Tickets
Each student will receive 4 tickets on Wednesday, June 1st.
Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each.
The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets. There is no limit on tickets per family.
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Graduation Announcement pick-up, Thursday May 12th
Jostens will be at Newport High School on Thurs., May 12th, for seniors to pick up their graduation announcement orders during lunch, in the Commons. Please stop by to pick up your order. Caps and gowns will be delivered June 1st. If you have not placed a graduation order, you may order online at www.jostens-graduation.com. Class rings make a great graduation gift for your senior! Order now at www.jostens.com. Contact Mike Annis with Jostens if you have any questions (253) 631-3491 mike.annis@jostens.com
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Grad Knight Info
Last Dine Out Fundraiser - South China Restaurant, Tuesday May 17th
Come join us with your family and friends!
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center) (425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Grad Knight Bus sign-ups, Wednesday May 18th
The next bus sign-up date is Wednesday, May 18th from 12:30-2:00 p.m. If your student has not signed up for a bus or wants to make a change, please tell them to come to the table outside of the main office. This may be their last opportunity to sign up for a bus!
Grad Knight Tickets
Time is running out to get your tickets to the best post-graduation party ever! Grad Knight is an all-night, chaperoned event designed for fun and your last chance to be together as the class of 2011. Busses will transport you from Hec Ed to a number of venues where you're sure to have a great time. But you can’t go if you don’t buy a ticket. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission form. Turn your signed form and check into the Grad Knight box in the office.
When was the last time you pulled an all-nighter?
We are looking for 15 more volunteers for Grad Knight to accompany our Seniors for their last 'Hurrah' and celebration of their accomplishments and graduation! If you can do this..we'd love to have you help! You can email me or Tira tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com with your name, email address preferred for communications and cell phone number.
Grad Knight is a PTA Sponsored event that provides our seniors with an 'all night celebration' to destinations 'unknown' in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment. To accomplish this, we need your help. We need a total of 34 parent volunteers to accompany our Graduates to ensure we help keep it fun, all inclusive and safe for everyone.
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Senior Awards Night
You may have received an invitation to the Senior Awards Night. Every year Newport’s graduating class includes dozens of scholarship winners and academic achievers who deserve special recognition. The school could truly spend days honoring them all, but some of you might not have time for that. Instead, we have a lovely evening of awards. There are also a couple of musical performances. This is a school-sponsored event. Honorees are listed in the final edition of the Knightline each year. They cover pages!! Some honors are scholarships that students have applied for. Each department also recognizes students for achievement.
There are two honors that are given automatically to students who have earned them. The students who reach these heights sometimes get the idea that because there are so many of them it isn’t a very special award when just the opposite is true. These students should be proud of their accomplishments and smile when they receive their award!
The President’s Education Award is given to all students who have earned a 3.5 GPA or higher AND attained an SAT score in the 85th percentile or higher.
Washington State Honors is bestowed on students who finish in the top 10% of all Washington students for the year based on GPA and SAT/ACT scores
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PTSA Inspirational Sponsored (Baccalaureate) Event 2011 – June 12th PAC
Be sure and mark your calendars to attend the PTSA Sponsored Event on June 12th from 2 - 4pm in the PAC (Performing Arts Center) It is one of the graduation ceremonies that will bring your student's educational experience full circle. This is an opportunity for to reflect on where you've been, where you are and where you will be going in your future with your graduating peers. We will be highlighting a guest speaker to share an enlightening and inspirational talk, picking a winner to share their Community Compassion Challenge experience and win a prize of acknowledgement for their participation in our theme of "Be The Change, Small Acts ~ Big Heart" and more! Winners must be present to win! Be part of the challenge for the month of May and do a Random Act of Kindness - do something nice for someone else for no reason at all except to make them smile! Grab a note card in the office and share your experience by putting it in the Challenge Box in the school office. If you are someone who has had someone do something for you feel free to share your experience as well. June 2nd all entries will be collected and winner will be drawn. Interested in helping with this event? Contact Teresa Pates kplus4@msn.com
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Yard Sale Fundraiser for Japan, Saturday May 21st
The Newport Yearbook class and Natural Disaster Relief club are joining forces to host a yard sale benefiting Japanese disaster relief. Start gathering your items for donation while doing your spring cleaning! Donations will be accepted the day before the event and the morning of the event. Please mark this event on your calendar. Students can earn community service hours. Parents can attend as a volunteer organizer or just come and find your treasure! Contact Kim Driscoll at: driscollk@bsd405.org if you might be interested in helping out with this great community event!
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Counseling Center News!
Greetings from the University of Washington Bothell!
Due to continued growth, there is still space available for Fall 2011 at UW Bothell! Applications for admission are still being accepted on a space available basis. Please share this information with your seniors that have not confirmed their plans for Fall 2011.
Our admissions advisors are available to answer any questions and can be reached through our online chat, by emailing freshmen@uwb.edu, or calling (425) 352-5000.
Sincerely,
Jill M. Orcutt
Director of Admissions
University of Washington Bothell
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KUDOS!
Newport's Jazz I took 2nd place, winning $2,500 and $700 of equipment from D'Addario at the 2011 Swing Central Jazz competition, at the Savannah Music Festival in Savannah, GA. Congratulations Savannah Seniors:
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Senior News - Grad Knight!
The countdown begins! We have two final Grad Knight fundraising events that we need everyone to support. So I hope that you will bring your family and friends to the upcoming Dine Out events in April and May. Bus Sign ups for Grad Knight start on Friday during both lunches. Do you want to pull an all-nighter? We need more chaperones for Grad Knight! And the news you have been waiting for...Graduation ticket information is below.
As we get closer to Graduation, it is really important that you read these emails...7 weeks to go!
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Dine out - Field Of Champions and South China
Dine at these restaurants and Grad Knight receives a percentage of your bill. Gather a group of people and enjoy a meal out! Just mention to your server that are a Newport Grad Knight dinner so we get credit for your purchase.
Field of Champions
Wednesday, April 27th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m
385 NW Gilman Blvd
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-7111
www.fieldofchampionsbg.com
20% of your bill goes to Grad Knight 2011
South China Chinese Family Restaurant
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center)
(425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
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Bus Sign Ups for Grad Knight
The first bus sign-up day is this Friday, April 29th during both lunches. Your student must have their permission form and payment in order to sign-up for a bus. Remind your student if they are 18 years old, they need to sign the permission slip that we have on file.
The next for bus sign-ups Wednesday, May 18th after school in the commons from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
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Grad Knight Chaperones Needed!
We are looking for 15 more volunteers to accompany our Seniors for their last 'Hurrah' and celebration of their accomplishments and graduation! If you can do this..we'd love to have you help! You can email me or Tira tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com with your name, email address preferred for communications and cell phone number.
Grad Knight is a PTA Sponsored event that provides our seniors with an 'all night celebration' to destinations 'unknown' in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment. To accomplish this, we need your help. We need a total of 34 of us to accompany our Graduates to ensure we help keep it fun, all inclusive and safe for everyone.It actually is fun to see the kids and their camaraderie as they celebrate with friend and we send them off into the 'real world'. All these years of carpools, practices, rehearsals, lessons, sickness and health..here is your 'last time' to 'volunteer'.
Here is what it entails:
AFTER GRADUATION, you will head to the Assigned Bus/Check in area in Hec Ed. Each bus will have 4 chaperones.
You will have responsibilities such as:
- Check in (ensure only those teens and all those teens are on your assigned bus)
- On the bus, you will ensure the ride is safe and answer any questions from the kids, if they arrive.
(we will provide you with 'cheat sheets' and reach numbers, etc)
At the Venue(s), 2-3 of you will immediately leave the bus and head to the venue for the assignments for specific 'stations'.
The others will help unload the kids and get them to the venue safely.
After each Venue, as we load the kids back on, you make sure all the SAME kids..and all of them, get back on your bus.
The hours: 30 mins after Graduation until about 5-5:30 am June 14th.
YES it's a long night..YES we feed you..YES you get tired and energized at the same time…and YES we need you!!
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Graduation Tickets!
Each family will receive 4 graduation tickets on Wednesday, June 1st.
Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each.
The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets.
As we get closer to Graduation, it is really important that you read these emails...7 weeks to go!
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Dine out - Field Of Champions and South China
Dine at these restaurants and Grad Knight receives a percentage of your bill. Gather a group of people and enjoy a meal out! Just mention to your server that are a Newport Grad Knight dinner so we get credit for your purchase.
Field of Champions
Wednesday, April 27th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m
385 NW Gilman Blvd
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-7111
www.fieldofchampionsbg.com
20% of your bill goes to Grad Knight 2011
South China Chinese Family Restaurant
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center)
(425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
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Bus Sign Ups for Grad Knight
The first bus sign-up day is this Friday, April 29th during both lunches. Your student must have their permission form and payment in order to sign-up for a bus. Remind your student if they are 18 years old, they need to sign the permission slip that we have on file.
The next for bus sign-ups Wednesday, May 18th after school in the commons from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
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Grad Knight Chaperones Needed!
We are looking for 15 more volunteers to accompany our Seniors for their last 'Hurrah' and celebration of their accomplishments and graduation! If you can do this..we'd love to have you help! You can email me or Tira tira.villanueva@verizonbusiness.com with your name, email address preferred for communications and cell phone number.
Grad Knight is a PTA Sponsored event that provides our seniors with an 'all night celebration' to destinations 'unknown' in a safe, alcohol and drug free environment. To accomplish this, we need your help. We need a total of 34 of us to accompany our Graduates to ensure we help keep it fun, all inclusive and safe for everyone.It actually is fun to see the kids and their camaraderie as they celebrate with friend and we send them off into the 'real world'. All these years of carpools, practices, rehearsals, lessons, sickness and health..here is your 'last time' to 'volunteer'.
Here is what it entails:
AFTER GRADUATION, you will head to the Assigned Bus/Check in area in Hec Ed. Each bus will have 4 chaperones.
You will have responsibilities such as:
- Check in (ensure only those teens and all those teens are on your assigned bus)
- On the bus, you will ensure the ride is safe and answer any questions from the kids, if they arrive.
(we will provide you with 'cheat sheets' and reach numbers, etc)
At the Venue(s), 2-3 of you will immediately leave the bus and head to the venue for the assignments for specific 'stations'.
The others will help unload the kids and get them to the venue safely.
After each Venue, as we load the kids back on, you make sure all the SAME kids..and all of them, get back on your bus.
The hours: 30 mins after Graduation until about 5-5:30 am June 14th.
YES it's a long night..YES we feed you..YES you get tired and energized at the same time…and YES we need you!!
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Graduation Tickets!
Each family will receive 4 graduation tickets on Wednesday, June 1st.
Starting June 2nd tickets will be available from Mrs. Caufield in the main office for $5 each.
The student (preferably) or guardian on record will be the only people that can purchase extra tickets.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Senior News - Local Scholarship Deadlines
News from the counseling center - local scholarships and deadlines. I decided to send the complete list when I received an email from Bellevue Life Spring (formerly Overlake Service League) that they have only received one application and changed their deadline to 4/22! These organizations have money to award so send your student to the counseling center for more information. Some of these are need based scholarships and/or a combination of merit and financial need.
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
2011 Scholarship Deadlines: (not a complete list - just local scholarships)
Carla Vendeland Award: 4/15/11
Newport HS Alumni Scholarship: 4/15/11
Overlake Alumnae Panhellenic: 4/15/11
Woodinville Garden Club: 4/16/11
Bellevue LifeSpring (formerly Overlake Service League): 4/22/11
http://www.bellevuelifespring.org/findservices/fs-education.php
Jon C. Bartol Memorial: 4/28/11
Bellevue Sunrise Rotary Club: 5/1/11
Paul Manjarrez Memorial 5/1/8/11
University Kiwanis Club/Voice: (Open to All Students) 5/05/11
Nordstrom: (Juniors) 5/15/11
Scott Rhoades: 5/21/11
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
2011 Scholarship Deadlines: (not a complete list - just local scholarships)
Carla Vendeland Award: 4/15/11
Newport HS Alumni Scholarship: 4/15/11
Overlake Alumnae Panhellenic: 4/15/11
Woodinville Garden Club: 4/16/11
Bellevue LifeSpring (formerly Overlake Service League): 4/22/11
http://www.bellevuelifespring.org/findservices/fs-education.php
Jon C. Bartol Memorial: 4/28/11
Bellevue Sunrise Rotary Club: 5/1/11
Paul Manjarrez Memorial 5/1/8/11
University Kiwanis Club/Voice: (Open to All Students) 5/05/11
Nordstrom: (Juniors) 5/15/11
Scott Rhoades: 5/21/11
Senior News - April Update!
Can you believe that there are 43 school days until our kids graduate? I plan to send out a more detailed email next week regarding graduation including information about graduation tickets. Jostens will be here to hand out graduation announcements that were ordered on May 12th. Caps & Gowns will be handed out June 1st.
There is a lot going on that needs your attention so please read carefully and help where you can!
Grad Knight Updates
AP Test Bubbling
AP Proctors Needed
Hot Java Cool Jazz
Newport Jazz Gala
Seattle Adaptive Sports Exhibition Basketball Game/Auction
Senior Dates
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Grad Knight Updates
Ticket Sales:
Time is running out to get your tickets to the best post-graduation party ever! Grad Knight is an all-night, chaperoned event designed for fun and your last chance to be together as the class of 2011. Busses will transport you from Hec Ed to a number of venues where you're sure to have a great time. But you can’t go if you don’t buy a ticket. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission slip. Turn your slip and check into the Grad Knight box in the office. If money is tight, be sure to talk to your counselor because there's scholarship money available. Hurry! Bus sign-ups start in just a few weeks.
There will be a Grad Knight table at both lunches on Thursday, April 21st. This is your student's opportunity to turn in their permission form and payment. All students who are 18 need to stop by the table and sign their permission form!
Bus Sign-Ups:
First date to sign-up for your student to sign up for their bus for Grad Knight is April 29th during both lunches. Payment and permission form must be received and on file in order to sign up for a bus. Additional dates for bus sign-ups are May 18th 12:30-2:00.
May 23rd & 25th TBD.
Volunteers Needed to help with Bus Sign-Ups. Please let me know if you are available on Friday, April 29th mid-morning through lunch time. I will confirm times as there is an assembly in the morning.
Fundraising
Our fundraising efforts are nearly over. Through ticket prices, numerous fundraisers and responsible spending on behalf of our Grad Knight Committee, we are nearly there. We encourage you to please attend one of the Dine Out Cash Out events to help out (information below). If you cannot attend, please send in a tax deductible gift to push us to the finish line! Every bit helps! Make checks out to Newport PTSA and put "Grad Knight 2011" in the memo line. You or student can drop off check to main office. THANK YOU!
Dine out - Field Of Champions and South China
Dine at these restaurants and Grad Knight receives a percentage of your bill. Gather a group of people and enjoy a meal out! Just mention to your server that are a Newport Grad Knight dinner so we get credit for your purchase.
Field of Champions
Wednesday, April 27th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m
385 NW Gilman Blvd
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-7111
www.fieldofchampionsbg.com
20% of your bill goes to Grad Knight 2011
South China Chinese Family Restaurant
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center)
(425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Thank you so much to Field of Champions and South China for participating and supporting Grad Knight 2011 - Unknighted We Stand!
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AP Test Bubbling
Volunteers needed to help with student AP test booklet bubbling. Monday 4/18, Tuesday 4/19 and Thursday 4/21 after school. Volunteers need to be at school at 2:00 and meet in the south commons area. Please email me and let me know if you are available to help!
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AP Proctors Needed:
AP Exams are the first two weeks of May. Dates and times are listed below. Generally, you monitor the room and make sure the students are following directions. Bring a book as these tests are 3 - 4 hours. Please let me know if you are available or contact Lynn Semler in the main office with your availability semlerl@bsd405 org
Date/Time Test
Monday May 2nd: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Environmental Science
Monday May 2nd: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Psychology
Tuesday May 3rd: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Computer Science A
Tuesday, May 3rd: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Art History
Wednesday May 4th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Calculus AB & Calculus BC
Thursday, May 5th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM English Literature
Friday, May 6th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM US History
Monday May 9th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Biology
Monday May 9th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Physics B
Tuesday May 10th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM US Govt & Politics
Tuesday, May 10th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Comparative Govt
Wednesday May 11th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM English Language
Wednesday May 11th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Statistics
Thursday, May 12th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM World History
Thursday, May 12th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM MicroEconomics
Friday, May 13th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Human Geography
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Other Newport Happenings...
Hot Java Cool Jazz, April 15th 7:00 p.m.
Jazz 1 has been invited back to Hot Java Cool Jazz. For the last two years, we have sold the most tickets and have received a generous grant for the band program. Get the word out - please buy your tickets from the Newport Band Parent Association or from the Factoria Bartells Starbucks stores. All ticket sales of adult tickets count toward our over all sales total and could put us over the top for the additional grant moneys for the program. Reserve your tickets now - contact Richard Barbarick - barbarick@comcast.net
Newport's Jazz Gala April 29th, 6:00 p.m. Newcastle Golf Club
Join us for an evening out with the Newport Jazz band and our guest artist, Tom Scott. Tom Scott is a renowned composer, arranger, producer, musical director and saxophonist. The Jazz Gala is the main fundraiser for the Newport Band. The funds raised during this event have provided instruments, uniforms, lessons, music and teaching assistance and has contributed to making Newport an award winning program. If you have not attended before please plan on attending this year!
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Seattle Adaptive Sports, Mercer Island High School and Newport High School Team Up to Sponsor an Exhibition Wheelchair Basketball Game.
Paralympic basketball players, the Junior Sonics, will take part in a basketball game against teams consisting of students and staff from Newport and Mercer Island High School. There will also be a silent auction before and during the game as well as a raffle to raise money for Seattle Adaptive Sports college scholarships for paralympic athletes
WHERE: Mercer Island High School, 9100 SE 42nd St, Mercer Island, WA 98040
WHEN: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Doors open at 6 pm & Game starts at 7 pm
PLAYERS: Seattle Adaptive Sports, MIHS and NHS students and staff (including
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Seniors - Save the Dates:
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting & GK Bus Sign-ups
April 29th - Artwork for programs due
May 12th - Jostens during lunches to hand out announcements
May 31st - Music Audition paperwork Due
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets/Caps & Gowns
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m.
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
* More information to follow on all of these...
There is a lot going on that needs your attention so please read carefully and help where you can!
Grad Knight Updates
AP Test Bubbling
AP Proctors Needed
Hot Java Cool Jazz
Newport Jazz Gala
Seattle Adaptive Sports Exhibition Basketball Game/Auction
Senior Dates
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Grad Knight Updates
Ticket Sales:
Time is running out to get your tickets to the best post-graduation party ever! Grad Knight is an all-night, chaperoned event designed for fun and your last chance to be together as the class of 2011. Busses will transport you from Hec Ed to a number of venues where you're sure to have a great time. But you can’t go if you don’t buy a ticket. Tickets are now $150 and require a signed permission slip. Turn your slip and check into the Grad Knight box in the office. If money is tight, be sure to talk to your counselor because there's scholarship money available. Hurry! Bus sign-ups start in just a few weeks.
There will be a Grad Knight table at both lunches on Thursday, April 21st. This is your student's opportunity to turn in their permission form and payment. All students who are 18 need to stop by the table and sign their permission form!
Bus Sign-Ups:
First date to sign-up for your student to sign up for their bus for Grad Knight is April 29th during both lunches. Payment and permission form must be received and on file in order to sign up for a bus. Additional dates for bus sign-ups are May 18th 12:30-2:00.
May 23rd & 25th TBD.
Volunteers Needed to help with Bus Sign-Ups. Please let me know if you are available on Friday, April 29th mid-morning through lunch time. I will confirm times as there is an assembly in the morning.
Fundraising
Our fundraising efforts are nearly over. Through ticket prices, numerous fundraisers and responsible spending on behalf of our Grad Knight Committee, we are nearly there. We encourage you to please attend one of the Dine Out Cash Out events to help out (information below). If you cannot attend, please send in a tax deductible gift to push us to the finish line! Every bit helps! Make checks out to Newport PTSA and put "Grad Knight 2011" in the memo line. You or student can drop off check to main office. THANK YOU!
Dine out - Field Of Champions and South China
Dine at these restaurants and Grad Knight receives a percentage of your bill. Gather a group of people and enjoy a meal out! Just mention to your server that are a Newport Grad Knight dinner so we get credit for your purchase.
Field of Champions
Wednesday, April 27th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m
385 NW Gilman Blvd
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 392-7111
www.fieldofchampionsbg.com
20% of your bill goes to Grad Knight 2011
South China Chinese Family Restaurant
Tuesday, May 17, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5606 119th Ave SE
Bellevue (Newport Hills Shopping Center)
(425) 643-5085
25% of your bill goes to Grad Knight
Thank you so much to Field of Champions and South China for participating and supporting Grad Knight 2011 - Unknighted We Stand!
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AP Test Bubbling
Volunteers needed to help with student AP test booklet bubbling. Monday 4/18, Tuesday 4/19 and Thursday 4/21 after school. Volunteers need to be at school at 2:00 and meet in the south commons area. Please email me and let me know if you are available to help!
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AP Proctors Needed:
AP Exams are the first two weeks of May. Dates and times are listed below. Generally, you monitor the room and make sure the students are following directions. Bring a book as these tests are 3 - 4 hours. Please let me know if you are available or contact Lynn Semler in the main office with your availability semlerl@bsd405 org
Date/Time Test
Monday May 2nd: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Environmental Science
Monday May 2nd: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Psychology
Tuesday May 3rd: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Computer Science A
Tuesday, May 3rd: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Art History
Wednesday May 4th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Calculus AB & Calculus BC
Thursday, May 5th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM English Literature
Friday, May 6th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM US History
Monday May 9th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Biology
Monday May 9th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Physics B
Tuesday May 10th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM US Govt & Politics
Tuesday, May 10th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Comparative Govt
Wednesday May 11th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM English Language
Wednesday May 11th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM Statistics
Thursday, May 12th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM World History
Thursday, May 12th: 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM MicroEconomics
Friday, May 13th: 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM Human Geography
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Other Newport Happenings...
Hot Java Cool Jazz, April 15th 7:00 p.m.
Jazz 1 has been invited back to Hot Java Cool Jazz. For the last two years, we have sold the most tickets and have received a generous grant for the band program. Get the word out - please buy your tickets from the Newport Band Parent Association or from the Factoria Bartells Starbucks stores. All ticket sales of adult tickets count toward our over all sales total and could put us over the top for the additional grant moneys for the program. Reserve your tickets now - contact Richard Barbarick - barbarick@comcast.net
Newport's Jazz Gala April 29th, 6:00 p.m. Newcastle Golf Club
Join us for an evening out with the Newport Jazz band and our guest artist, Tom Scott. Tom Scott is a renowned composer, arranger, producer, musical director and saxophonist. The Jazz Gala is the main fundraiser for the Newport Band. The funds raised during this event have provided instruments, uniforms, lessons, music and teaching assistance and has contributed to making Newport an award winning program. If you have not attended before please plan on attending this year!
--------------------------------
Seattle Adaptive Sports, Mercer Island High School and Newport High School Team Up to Sponsor an Exhibition Wheelchair Basketball Game.
Paralympic basketball players, the Junior Sonics, will take part in a basketball game against teams consisting of students and staff from Newport and Mercer Island High School. There will also be a silent auction before and during the game as well as a raffle to raise money for Seattle Adaptive Sports college scholarships for paralympic athletes
WHERE: Mercer Island High School, 9100 SE 42nd St, Mercer Island, WA 98040
WHEN: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Doors open at 6 pm & Game starts at 7 pm
PLAYERS: Seattle Adaptive Sports, MIHS and NHS students and staff (including
--------------------------------
Seniors - Save the Dates:
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting & GK Bus Sign-ups
April 29th - Artwork for programs due
May 12th - Jostens during lunches to hand out announcements
May 31st - Music Audition paperwork Due
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets/Caps & Gowns
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m.
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
* More information to follow on all of these...
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Senior News - To Infinity and Beyond
To Infinity and Beyond - the Senior theme! I think this is how we will all feel when we are done June 13th!
I have included Senior information and other Newport events to get on your calendar. Our seniors attended a mandatory meeting on March 25th. Ask to see the packet. "Infinity and Beyond-Class of 2011 Seniors - All Things Important Prior To Our Graduation".
I will keep you informed of deadlines and information yet wanted you to know your student received this packet of information.
I was misinformed about Jostens distributing graduation announcements on this 3/25 date - this will happen on a date to be determined in April. I will let you know the date as soon as I know.
Senior Info
Grad Knight Tickets
Bus Sign Ups
Senior Music Auditions
Artwork for Programs
Baccalaureate - Students Speakers & Parent Volunteers Needed
Seniors - Save The Dates
Other Newport Happenings
Hot Java Cool Jazz
Newport Jazz Gala
Seattle Adaptive Sports - MIHS/NHS Wheelchair Basketball Game
Kudos - keep the information coming :)
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Senior Info:
Grad Knight Tickets
There will be a Grad Knight Table on Thursday, March 31st during lunches. Get your ticket for $130 this week. Remember ticket prices increase on April 1st to $150.
Grad Knight Bus Sign-Ups*
April 29th Lunches
May 18th (Wednesday) 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
May 23rd & 25th TBD
*Permission form & payment must be on file. And 18 year olds will need to sign the permission form before they can sign up for a bus.
Senior Music Auditions for Graduation, Senior Awards and Baccalaureate
Paperwork can be picked up in the main office and is due March 31st by 3:00 p.m. If you have any questions, see Ms. Caufield or Ms. Fedore.
Artwork for Programs for Senior Events
Artist must be a senior. Graduation, Senior Awards and Baccalaureate programs. Please see Ms Caufield for guidelines. Due date 3:00 pm on Friday April 29th
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate is an event sponsored entirely by Newport’s PTSA. Our PTSA pays the full rate for the NHS Theater for this event so that students may express views that include the importance of faith in their lives. Baccalaureate is an inspirational, uplifting, and often very moving presentation that celebrates where students have been and where they are going. Students are invited to speak and perform music of their own choosing. Attendance is optional for students & their families. The Junior Class parents help with the reception following Baccalaureate serving refreshments. The question everyone asks about Baccalaureate is this: “Is it a religious ceremony?” By definition it is a religious ceremony, but in practice, the answer depends on how it has been planned & what selections the students have elected to sing or read. Sometimes there’s religious content, and sometimes there isn’t. Mostly students talk about the challenges they’ve faced and the road they see ahead of them. It’s always touching and a wee bit emotional. And because it’s a PTSA event, there will be snacks afterwards. This is a nice event to invite friends & family to, because there’s lots of time to visit after.
Baccalaureate Theme: Be The Change - Small Acts Big Heart
Student speakers needed to speak on how each one of us has a duty and responsibility to be accountable for our actions and how it impacts the future of our world today.
Baccalaureate Speakers & Scouts Sought
Does your student want to speak at Baccalaureate? We are interested in hearing from any student who wants to offer inspirational and uplifting thoughts through a reading or original work. We are especially interested in hearing from students who want to offer brief prayers, blessings, or brief readings from a variety of faith traditions. We have students from all over the world at Newport. It would be wonderful to hear from them! Contact Teresa Pates kplus4@msn.com or you can contact me if your student is interested.
Do you have an Eagle Scout or a Gold Award Scout in your home? Would you like to help direct these students in leading the flag salute at Baccalaureate? Let me know or Teresa Pates know kplus4@msn.com
Baccalaureate, incidentally, is free, though we do take donations. Attendance is limited to the # of seats in the PAC.
Baccalaureate Planning Committee volunteers needed!
Teresa Pates is coordinating this event for 2011. Please email her if you are interested in helping kplus4@msn.com
Volunteers needed in the following areas:
Decorations
Invitations
Publicity
Guest Speaker (Teresa has one in mind, yet would love other ideas to present to the committee)
Financial - Budget, donations
Thank You Gifts
------------------------------------
Seniors - Save the Dates:
April 15th - Mr. Newport
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting & GK Bus Sign-ups
April 29th - Artwork for programs due
May 31st - Music Audition paperwork Due
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m.
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
* More information to follow on all of these...
--------------------------------
Other Newport Happenings...
Hot Java Cool Jazz, April 15th 7:00 p.m.
Jazz 1 has been invited back to Hot Java Cool Jazz. For the last two years, we have sold the most tickets and have received a generous grant for the band program. Get the word out - please buy your tickets from the Newport Band Parent Association or from the Factoria Bartells Starbucks stores. All ticket sales of adult tickets count toward our over all sales total and could put us over the top for the additional grant moneys for the program. Reserve your tickets now - contact Richard Barbarick - barbarick@comcast.net
Newport's Jazz Gala April 29th, 6:00 p.m. Newcastle Golf Club
Join us for an evening out with the Newport Jazz band and our guest artist, Tom Scott. Tom Scott is a renowned composer, arranger, producer, musical director and saxophonist. The Jazz Gala is the main fundraiser for the Newport Band. The funds raised during this event have provided instruments, uniforms, lessons, music and teaching assistance and has contributed to making Newport an award winning program. If you have not attended before please plan on attending this year!
--------------------------------
Seattle Adaptive Sports, Mercer Island High School and Newport High School Team Up to Sponsor an Exhibition Wheelchair Basketball Game.
Paralympic basketball players, the Junior Sonics, will take part in a basketball game against teams consisting of students and staff from Newport and Mercer Island High School. There will also be a silent auction before and during the game as well as a raffle to raise money for Seattle Adaptive Sports college scholarships for paralympic athletes:
WHERE: Mercer Island High School, 9100 SE 42nd St, Mercer Island, WA 98040
WHEN: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Doors open at 6 pm & Game starts at 7 pm
PLAYERS: Seattle Adaptive Sports, MIHS and NHS students and staff (including Mr. Shultz, Kyle Brown, Miles Fowler).
--------------------------------
I have included Senior information and other Newport events to get on your calendar. Our seniors attended a mandatory meeting on March 25th. Ask to see the packet. "Infinity and Beyond-Class of 2011 Seniors - All Things Important Prior To Our Graduation".
I will keep you informed of deadlines and information yet wanted you to know your student received this packet of information.
I was misinformed about Jostens distributing graduation announcements on this 3/25 date - this will happen on a date to be determined in April. I will let you know the date as soon as I know.
Senior Info
Grad Knight Tickets
Bus Sign Ups
Senior Music Auditions
Artwork for Programs
Baccalaureate - Students Speakers & Parent Volunteers Needed
Seniors - Save The Dates
Other Newport Happenings
Hot Java Cool Jazz
Newport Jazz Gala
Seattle Adaptive Sports - MIHS/NHS Wheelchair Basketball Game
Kudos - keep the information coming :)
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Senior Info:
Grad Knight Tickets
There will be a Grad Knight Table on Thursday, March 31st during lunches. Get your ticket for $130 this week. Remember ticket prices increase on April 1st to $150.
Grad Knight Bus Sign-Ups*
April 29th Lunches
May 18th (Wednesday) 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
May 23rd & 25th TBD
*Permission form & payment must be on file. And 18 year olds will need to sign the permission form before they can sign up for a bus.
Senior Music Auditions for Graduation, Senior Awards and Baccalaureate
Paperwork can be picked up in the main office and is due March 31st by 3:00 p.m. If you have any questions, see Ms. Caufield or Ms. Fedore.
Artwork for Programs for Senior Events
Artist must be a senior. Graduation, Senior Awards and Baccalaureate programs. Please see Ms Caufield for guidelines. Due date 3:00 pm on Friday April 29th
Baccalaureate
Baccalaureate is an event sponsored entirely by Newport’s PTSA. Our PTSA pays the full rate for the NHS Theater for this event so that students may express views that include the importance of faith in their lives. Baccalaureate is an inspirational, uplifting, and often very moving presentation that celebrates where students have been and where they are going. Students are invited to speak and perform music of their own choosing. Attendance is optional for students & their families. The Junior Class parents help with the reception following Baccalaureate serving refreshments. The question everyone asks about Baccalaureate is this: “Is it a religious ceremony?” By definition it is a religious ceremony, but in practice, the answer depends on how it has been planned & what selections the students have elected to sing or read. Sometimes there’s religious content, and sometimes there isn’t. Mostly students talk about the challenges they’ve faced and the road they see ahead of them. It’s always touching and a wee bit emotional. And because it’s a PTSA event, there will be snacks afterwards. This is a nice event to invite friends & family to, because there’s lots of time to visit after.
Baccalaureate Theme: Be The Change - Small Acts Big Heart
Student speakers needed to speak on how each one of us has a duty and responsibility to be accountable for our actions and how it impacts the future of our world today.
Baccalaureate Speakers & Scouts Sought
Does your student want to speak at Baccalaureate? We are interested in hearing from any student who wants to offer inspirational and uplifting thoughts through a reading or original work. We are especially interested in hearing from students who want to offer brief prayers, blessings, or brief readings from a variety of faith traditions. We have students from all over the world at Newport. It would be wonderful to hear from them! Contact Teresa Pates kplus4@msn.com or you can contact me if your student is interested.
Do you have an Eagle Scout or a Gold Award Scout in your home? Would you like to help direct these students in leading the flag salute at Baccalaureate? Let me know or Teresa Pates know kplus4@msn.com
Baccalaureate, incidentally, is free, though we do take donations. Attendance is limited to the # of seats in the PAC.
Baccalaureate Planning Committee volunteers needed!
Teresa Pates is coordinating this event for 2011. Please email her if you are interested in helping kplus4@msn.com
Volunteers needed in the following areas:
Decorations
Invitations
Publicity
Guest Speaker (Teresa has one in mind, yet would love other ideas to present to the committee)
Financial - Budget, donations
Thank You Gifts
------------------------------------
Seniors - Save the Dates:
April 15th - Mr. Newport
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting & GK Bus Sign-ups
April 29th - Artwork for programs due
May 31st - Music Audition paperwork Due
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 1st - Yearbook Distribution & Graduation Tickets
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Inspirational Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation Practice 9:00 a.m.
- Graduation 7:00 p.m. @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
- Grad Knight - immediately following graduation
* More information to follow on all of these...
--------------------------------
Other Newport Happenings...
Hot Java Cool Jazz, April 15th 7:00 p.m.
Jazz 1 has been invited back to Hot Java Cool Jazz. For the last two years, we have sold the most tickets and have received a generous grant for the band program. Get the word out - please buy your tickets from the Newport Band Parent Association or from the Factoria Bartells Starbucks stores. All ticket sales of adult tickets count toward our over all sales total and could put us over the top for the additional grant moneys for the program. Reserve your tickets now - contact Richard Barbarick - barbarick@comcast.net
Newport's Jazz Gala April 29th, 6:00 p.m. Newcastle Golf Club
Join us for an evening out with the Newport Jazz band and our guest artist, Tom Scott. Tom Scott is a renowned composer, arranger, producer, musical director and saxophonist. The Jazz Gala is the main fundraiser for the Newport Band. The funds raised during this event have provided instruments, uniforms, lessons, music and teaching assistance and has contributed to making Newport an award winning program. If you have not attended before please plan on attending this year!
--------------------------------
Seattle Adaptive Sports, Mercer Island High School and Newport High School Team Up to Sponsor an Exhibition Wheelchair Basketball Game.
Paralympic basketball players, the Junior Sonics, will take part in a basketball game against teams consisting of students and staff from Newport and Mercer Island High School. There will also be a silent auction before and during the game as well as a raffle to raise money for Seattle Adaptive Sports college scholarships for paralympic athletes:
WHERE: Mercer Island High School, 9100 SE 42nd St, Mercer Island, WA 98040
WHEN: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 - Doors open at 6 pm & Game starts at 7 pm
PLAYERS: Seattle Adaptive Sports, MIHS and NHS students and staff (including Mr. Shultz, Kyle Brown, Miles Fowler).
--------------------------------
Lots of Senior Information Today!
Hi there Senior Parents. The end is getting nearer all the time. I have included as much Senior information and dates that I know of as of today. There is a lot of information, so please read carefully.
On March 25th your student will attend a mandatory Senior Meeting (this will take place in the morning during the elections assembly. Seniors will go to the outside gym. Seniors will be voting on things related to graduation including: Junior students to serve as laurel guards, the "ABC" Awards that appear in the last issue of the Knightlife and athletic awards.. Jostens will be here to hand out announcements and other items ordered by your student. If your student will miss this day of school, have them see Mrs. Caufield in the office on Monday when they return. She will give them everything that was handed out as well as give them a chance to vote.
Caps and Gowns will be distributed in June
Grad Knight Information
Musicians & Artists Needed
Field of Champions - Dine out for Grad Knight
Senior Prom & other Senior Dates
Graduation Ticket Info
Community Service Hours-Knight Valor
Counseling Center News - What to do when a college says NO
Upcoming Opportunities
Student Recognition
Newport Shores Holiday Brunch - Pick up your Dishes!
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
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Grad Knight
Don't forget to get your Grad Knight ticket for $130 before the price goes up to $150 on April 1st. Visit our website to register and pay for your ticket. The permission form is located on the website for you to download! http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?KEY=CLASS2011 If you prefer, you can pick up a permission form in hard copy in the Newport's main office - they are in the Grad Knight box on the right corner of the front desk. You may also drop your check and paperwork in this location.
Grad Knight parents will be at school during lunches on Thursday, March 24th and March 31st to assist your student with registration and getting permission slips signed. If your student is in need of a scholarship (full or partial), have them see their counselor ASAP. If you know at this point that you will NOT be attending the event or have any questions, please let me know.
Bus sign-ups will begin mid-May for students that have completed all registration steps.
Musicians and Artists
Senior music auditions for 2011 Graduation, Senior Awards and a PTSA sponsored event will be held Tuesday, April 12th. If you student is interested in performing at any of these events please pick up an information packet in the Main Office. The completed application is due back to the Main Office on Thursday, March 31 at 3:00. When your student turns in their application they will sign up for an audition time. Auditions will take place the morning of April 12th during HSPE testing. Mrs. Caufield is accepting original artwork for the cover of the 2011 Graduation Program, Senior Awards Program and a PTSA sponsored event. Please see Mrs. Caufield in the Main Office if you would like to submit artwork.
Dine Out for Grad Knight
Join families & friends for an evening of great food and fun at the Field of Champions Bar & Grill in Issaquah on
Thursday, April 28th 6:00-9:00 p.m. Identify yourself as Newport Class of 2011 and 20% of your bill will be donated back to Grad Knight! 385 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah www.fieldofchampionssbg.com
Senior Prom & Other Senior Dates*
The Senior Class Officers have been working hard this year to put together their Senior Prom scheduled for Saturday, June 4th. The location will be announced late April-early May, yet we wanted everyone to get this on their calendars and started planning for this important rite of passage, More information to follow.
March 25th - Mandatory Senior Meeting
April 15th - Mr. Newport
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
* More information to follow on all of these...
Graduation Ticket Information
Administrators are meeting with the UW Hec Ed folks this week. I will have more information to share about number of tickets and the process to get additional tickets very soon. More information to follow!
Community Service Hours-Knight Valor
According to the counselors and the registrar, 110 seniors have NOT met the community service graduation requirement. Is your student one of them? Verify student hours at www.newportptsa.org (& click the Community Service Tab). Counselors have sent reminder notices to all 110 seniors, so please help them remember to turn their completed community service forms in as soon as possible. Additional community service opportunities are listed in the daily school bulletin. There will also be a community service table set up during lunch on March 22, 29 and April 19. Students can drop forms off then, as well as ask questions.
The Knight Valor deadline is April 22nd. This year we will NOT be having an assembly; students will, however receive a recognition certificate and Knight Valor pin.
Carla B. Vendeland Scholarship Application & Deadline is April 15
In memory of Carla Vendeland’s dedication to our community, the Newport PTSA Community Service Committee annually presents a cash award in recognition of two Newport High School students with the most positive impact on our community (not the most number of hours). The application can be found at www.newportptsa.org (& click the Community Service Tab); applications will only be accepted at vendelandscholarship@gmail.com
Counseling Center News
This is a timely article to read especially with UW sending acceptance letters this week!
3/14/2011 What to do when a college says ‘no’
By Valerie Strauss
My guest is Patrick O’Connor, director of college counseling at Roeper School in Birmingham, Michigan, and the author of “College is Yours in 600 Words or Less.”
By Patrick O’Connor
The real March Madness has already begun, as some of the most selective colleges release their admissions decisions. For parents and school counselors looking for ways to support students who may receive an unexpected rejection, here are some important facts to share:
* Most selective colleges are reporting a huge increase in the number of applications.
* Since this also happened last year, many colleges enrolled too many students last fall. They’ll have to make up for that, so many colleges will be admitting fewer students this year....
* ....and wait-listing more students. This increase means fewer students will be admitted from the wait list come May—and if they are admitted, financial aid will be scarce.
Then again, if none of that does any good, just say this:
* 850.
No, this is not the high score on some new version of the SAT. 850 is the number of valedictorians rejected last year from one of America’s most prestigious colleges. These students represented the best in their high schools; they did everything they were “supposed” to do—and yet, they didn’t even get to the wait list.
When students hear this, they usually think one of two things:
1. “Wow, they put in all of that work for nothing.”
2. “Geez, if they can’t get in, I don’t stand a chance.”
It certainly had to be hard for those students to be turned down by a school they loved—but did all of that preparation really lead to nothing? Given everything these students had learned, the many ways they had grown, and how they overcame adversity and embraced creativity in making Plans B, C, and Q, did they really get nothing out of it?
If so, they have every right to be unhappy, but not with the college. They should be unhappy for letting the sun rise and set 1307 times from the first day of 9th grade to the day the college said no, never once appreciating all that each of those days had to offer in and of themselves.
They should hang their heads a little to realize, just now, the difference they’ve made to their classmates, their teammates, and the people they served in the soup kitchen.
And if they look back with a little regret on the many times they blew off a compliment from a parent or a teacher, that’s more than OK. They now know it was at that moment that the goal of fully living each day was conquered with a flourish. Understanding that will make each day all the richer at the wonderful college that admitted them.
This leads to point 2, about the student you’re talking to, and their application. Colleges are looking for great students who have done wonderful things with their lives, and will work nicely with the other students that are coming to campus. That blend goes beyond test scores and class rank—it goes to who the student is, what they care about, and how they see the world.
The thing to focus on then is not who told them no, but who told them yes. If a college wants them but runs out of room, that’s the college’s fault; if the college doesn’t see the student for who they really are, well, maybe that’s not the place for them after all. Either way, the student’s contributions will be greatly admired, and badly needed, by the college that has the good sense to tell them yes—which means any no, from any college, simply cannot touch them.
Alicia Williams, M.A
School Counselor
Newport High School
Upcoming Events:
· Choir Concert March 16th at 7:00
· Band Concert March 17th at 7:30
· Robotics will be at the Qwest Convention Center on March 18th and 19th
· Drill…feel like a trip to Yakima? Drill will be making one on March 26th
· JaZZZZZZZZZ Band concert!!!!!! April 4th at 7:30
Pick up your plates, bowls & dishes!
Such a mom thing to say! There are still dishes left at Newport High School from the Newport Shores Holiday Brunch. Please come by the office and pick your plate, bowls or dishes. These are in the teacher lunch room. If you do not pick these up soon they may be donated! Barb Webb received a call from Bianca Piette and she is looking for a large chrome salad bowl that may have been picked up inadvertently by someone else. If you have a bowl in your possession that you can't identify, please email me and I will get in touch with Bianca.
On March 25th your student will attend a mandatory Senior Meeting (this will take place in the morning during the elections assembly. Seniors will go to the outside gym. Seniors will be voting on things related to graduation including: Junior students to serve as laurel guards, the "ABC" Awards that appear in the last issue of the Knightlife and athletic awards.. Jostens will be here to hand out announcements and other items ordered by your student. If your student will miss this day of school, have them see Mrs. Caufield in the office on Monday when they return. She will give them everything that was handed out as well as give them a chance to vote.
Caps and Gowns will be distributed in June
Grad Knight Information
Musicians & Artists Needed
Field of Champions - Dine out for Grad Knight
Senior Prom & other Senior Dates
Graduation Ticket Info
Community Service Hours-Knight Valor
Counseling Center News - What to do when a college says NO
Upcoming Opportunities
Student Recognition
Newport Shores Holiday Brunch - Pick up your Dishes!
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
--
Grad Knight
Don't forget to get your Grad Knight ticket for $130 before the price goes up to $150 on April 1st. Visit our website to register and pay for your ticket. The permission form is located on the website for you to download! http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?KEY=CLASS2011 If you prefer, you can pick up a permission form in hard copy in the Newport's main office - they are in the Grad Knight box on the right corner of the front desk. You may also drop your check and paperwork in this location.
Grad Knight parents will be at school during lunches on Thursday, March 24th and March 31st to assist your student with registration and getting permission slips signed. If your student is in need of a scholarship (full or partial), have them see their counselor ASAP. If you know at this point that you will NOT be attending the event or have any questions, please let me know.
Bus sign-ups will begin mid-May for students that have completed all registration steps.
Musicians and Artists
Senior music auditions for 2011 Graduation, Senior Awards and a PTSA sponsored event will be held Tuesday, April 12th. If you student is interested in performing at any of these events please pick up an information packet in the Main Office. The completed application is due back to the Main Office on Thursday, March 31 at 3:00. When your student turns in their application they will sign up for an audition time. Auditions will take place the morning of April 12th during HSPE testing. Mrs. Caufield is accepting original artwork for the cover of the 2011 Graduation Program, Senior Awards Program and a PTSA sponsored event. Please see Mrs. Caufield in the Main Office if you would like to submit artwork.
Dine Out for Grad Knight
Join families & friends for an evening of great food and fun at the Field of Champions Bar & Grill in Issaquah on
Thursday, April 28th 6:00-9:00 p.m. Identify yourself as Newport Class of 2011 and 20% of your bill will be donated back to Grad Knight! 385 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah www.fieldofchampionssbg.com
Senior Prom & Other Senior Dates*
The Senior Class Officers have been working hard this year to put together their Senior Prom scheduled for Saturday, June 4th. The location will be announced late April-early May, yet we wanted everyone to get this on their calendars and started planning for this important rite of passage, More information to follow.
March 25th - Mandatory Senior Meeting
April 15th - Mr. Newport
April 29th - Mandatory Senior Meeting
May 31st - Senior Awards Night (invitation only)
June 4th - Senior Prom
June 8th - Senior Finals
June 9th - Senior Finals
June 10th - Senior Lunch and Moving Up Assembly
June 12th - PTSA Sponsored Event (Baccalaureate) 2:00-4:00 p.m.
June 13th - Graduation @ Hec Ed (University of Washington)
* More information to follow on all of these...
Graduation Ticket Information
Administrators are meeting with the UW Hec Ed folks this week. I will have more information to share about number of tickets and the process to get additional tickets very soon. More information to follow!
Community Service Hours-Knight Valor
According to the counselors and the registrar, 110 seniors have NOT met the community service graduation requirement. Is your student one of them? Verify student hours at www.newportptsa.org (& click the Community Service Tab). Counselors have sent reminder notices to all 110 seniors, so please help them remember to turn their completed community service forms in as soon as possible. Additional community service opportunities are listed in the daily school bulletin. There will also be a community service table set up during lunch on March 22, 29 and April 19. Students can drop forms off then, as well as ask questions.
The Knight Valor deadline is April 22nd. This year we will NOT be having an assembly; students will, however receive a recognition certificate and Knight Valor pin.
Carla B. Vendeland Scholarship Application & Deadline is April 15
In memory of Carla Vendeland’s dedication to our community, the Newport PTSA Community Service Committee annually presents a cash award in recognition of two Newport High School students with the most positive impact on our community (not the most number of hours). The application can be found at www.newportptsa.org (& click the Community Service Tab); applications will only be accepted at vendelandscholarship@gmail.com
Counseling Center News
This is a timely article to read especially with UW sending acceptance letters this week!
3/14/2011 What to do when a college says ‘no’
By Valerie Strauss
My guest is Patrick O’Connor, director of college counseling at Roeper School in Birmingham, Michigan, and the author of “College is Yours in 600 Words or Less.”
By Patrick O’Connor
The real March Madness has already begun, as some of the most selective colleges release their admissions decisions. For parents and school counselors looking for ways to support students who may receive an unexpected rejection, here are some important facts to share:
* Most selective colleges are reporting a huge increase in the number of applications.
* Since this also happened last year, many colleges enrolled too many students last fall. They’ll have to make up for that, so many colleges will be admitting fewer students this year....
* ....and wait-listing more students. This increase means fewer students will be admitted from the wait list come May—and if they are admitted, financial aid will be scarce.
Then again, if none of that does any good, just say this:
* 850.
No, this is not the high score on some new version of the SAT. 850 is the number of valedictorians rejected last year from one of America’s most prestigious colleges. These students represented the best in their high schools; they did everything they were “supposed” to do—and yet, they didn’t even get to the wait list.
When students hear this, they usually think one of two things:
1. “Wow, they put in all of that work for nothing.”
2. “Geez, if they can’t get in, I don’t stand a chance.”
It certainly had to be hard for those students to be turned down by a school they loved—but did all of that preparation really lead to nothing? Given everything these students had learned, the many ways they had grown, and how they overcame adversity and embraced creativity in making Plans B, C, and Q, did they really get nothing out of it?
If so, they have every right to be unhappy, but not with the college. They should be unhappy for letting the sun rise and set 1307 times from the first day of 9th grade to the day the college said no, never once appreciating all that each of those days had to offer in and of themselves.
They should hang their heads a little to realize, just now, the difference they’ve made to their classmates, their teammates, and the people they served in the soup kitchen.
And if they look back with a little regret on the many times they blew off a compliment from a parent or a teacher, that’s more than OK. They now know it was at that moment that the goal of fully living each day was conquered with a flourish. Understanding that will make each day all the richer at the wonderful college that admitted them.
This leads to point 2, about the student you’re talking to, and their application. Colleges are looking for great students who have done wonderful things with their lives, and will work nicely with the other students that are coming to campus. That blend goes beyond test scores and class rank—it goes to who the student is, what they care about, and how they see the world.
The thing to focus on then is not who told them no, but who told them yes. If a college wants them but runs out of room, that’s the college’s fault; if the college doesn’t see the student for who they really are, well, maybe that’s not the place for them after all. Either way, the student’s contributions will be greatly admired, and badly needed, by the college that has the good sense to tell them yes—which means any no, from any college, simply cannot touch them.
Alicia Williams, M.A
School Counselor
Newport High School
Upcoming Events:
· Choir Concert March 16th at 7:00
· Band Concert March 17th at 7:30
· Robotics will be at the Qwest Convention Center on March 18th and 19th
· Drill…feel like a trip to Yakima? Drill will be making one on March 26th
· JaZZZZZZZZZ Band concert!!!!!! April 4th at 7:30
Pick up your plates, bowls & dishes!
Such a mom thing to say! There are still dishes left at Newport High School from the Newport Shores Holiday Brunch. Please come by the office and pick your plate, bowls or dishes. These are in the teacher lunch room. If you do not pick these up soon they may be donated! Barb Webb received a call from Bianca Piette and she is looking for a large chrome salad bowl that may have been picked up inadvertently by someone else. If you have a bowl in your possession that you can't identify, please email me and I will get in touch with Bianca.
Just a few quick items today…..
PTA Meeting/Math Presentation
Wednesday night’s PTSA meeting will feature a presentation starting at 7:00 p.m. Some Newport math classes are piloting (and helping to improve) a new Standards Based Assessment and Reporting system. Please join us at our March 2nd meeting (7p in the NHS Library) to view a presentation about the new reporting. Hope to see you there.
Attention College Bound Girls!
Find out about college sorority life at the Overlake Panhellenic Information Forum. College bound high school women and their parents are invited to attend this informal meeting on college sororities. U. of Washington sorority members and alumnae from other universities will be in attendance. This event will be March 2th at 7:00 in the Bellevue Regional Library room #1.
Grad Knight Ticket Table
The Grad Knight Ticket Committee will be at school during lunch on Thursday, March 3rd to help you with your questions about Grad Knight. The price is currently $130.00 but will be going up in April so don't delay in going online to purchase your tickets or pick up a permission form Thursday!
Knight Valor
Knight Valor representatives will be here on Monday 3/7, Tuesday 3/8 during both lunches, outside the office. Students can get forms, turn in hours and check their hours. Check community service hours at www.newportptsa.org and click the Community Service tab. Forms may be turned into the counseling center anytime.
Follies
It’s that time of year again…Follies: Under the Big Top! Ticket Sales Monday, February 28-Friday, March 4 during both lunches. Ticket prices are $8 with ASB and $10 without ASB/Adults. Tickets will also be available at the door too. *We urge you to buy your tickets as soon as possible, due to the shows selling out quickly.* If you have never seen a show, you really must come and enjoy a night filled with Newport's amazing talent!
eScrip Registration Helps the Class of 2011
Newport PTSA has been generating more than $1,500 each year by using the eScrip program. The more parents, friends and family members that register, the more EASY money that the Class of 2011 receives for Grad Knight.
How does the eScrip program work?
• Register your existing grocery loyalty, debit and credit cards in the eScrip program.
• Participating national, regional and local merchants make contributions to our class based on how much you use those registered loyalty, debit & credit cards
https://secure.escrip.com/jsp/supporter/registration/step1.jsp
Code and name you will need when signing up:
8565142 Newport High School PTSA
Send me your Winter sports and activities "Kudos"
Please send me some information to share about our Seniors! Basketball, Gymnastics, Swimming, Wrestling, Band, Choir.....
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
PTA Meeting/Math Presentation
Wednesday night’s PTSA meeting will feature a presentation starting at 7:00 p.m. Some Newport math classes are piloting (and helping to improve) a new Standards Based Assessment and Reporting system. Please join us at our March 2nd meeting (7p in the NHS Library) to view a presentation about the new reporting. Hope to see you there.
Attention College Bound Girls!
Find out about college sorority life at the Overlake Panhellenic Information Forum. College bound high school women and their parents are invited to attend this informal meeting on college sororities. U. of Washington sorority members and alumnae from other universities will be in attendance. This event will be March 2th at 7:00 in the Bellevue Regional Library room #1.
Grad Knight Ticket Table
The Grad Knight Ticket Committee will be at school during lunch on Thursday, March 3rd to help you with your questions about Grad Knight. The price is currently $130.00 but will be going up in April so don't delay in going online to purchase your tickets or pick up a permission form Thursday!
Knight Valor
Knight Valor representatives will be here on Monday 3/7, Tuesday 3/8 during both lunches, outside the office. Students can get forms, turn in hours and check their hours. Check community service hours at www.newportptsa.org and click the Community Service tab. Forms may be turned into the counseling center anytime.
Follies
It’s that time of year again…Follies: Under the Big Top! Ticket Sales Monday, February 28-Friday, March 4 during both lunches. Ticket prices are $8 with ASB and $10 without ASB/Adults. Tickets will also be available at the door too. *We urge you to buy your tickets as soon as possible, due to the shows selling out quickly.* If you have never seen a show, you really must come and enjoy a night filled with Newport's amazing talent!
eScrip Registration Helps the Class of 2011
Newport PTSA has been generating more than $1,500 each year by using the eScrip program. The more parents, friends and family members that register, the more EASY money that the Class of 2011 receives for Grad Knight.
How does the eScrip program work?
• Register your existing grocery loyalty, debit and credit cards in the eScrip program.
• Participating national, regional and local merchants make contributions to our class based on how much you use those registered loyalty, debit & credit cards
https://secure.escrip.com/jsp/supporter/registration/step1.jsp
Code and name you will need when signing up:
8565142 Newport High School PTSA
Send me your Winter sports and activities "Kudos"
Please send me some information to share about our Seniors! Basketball, Gymnastics, Swimming, Wrestling, Band, Choir.....
--
Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Your Senior's Final Semester!
It’s your Senior’s final semester at Newport!! Do whatever you can to guard against the dreaded plague, Senioritis. Colleges do check grades of their admitted students.
The counseling center wants to remind you that college scholarship information is available on the Newport High website and in the counseling center. Do you know the biggest problem most scholarship committees have? Getting applicants. There are usually too few applicants. Don’t let any of this wonderful scholarship money pass you by – apply!!
Thanks to everyone that attended our Vino fundraising event on Sunday. It was a great turnout and a wonderful opportunity to socialize with old and new friends!
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Grad Knight Update
BSD Graduation Requirement-40 volunteer hours
Food Handler's Permit
Informal Meeting on College Sororities
Dates to Remember
Grad Knight Update
If you can believe it we have only 4 months to go until our kids pick up their diplomas and head off to Grad Knight! We are happy to report that over 50% of you have already purchased your tickets which is *great* and we thank you for doing this. The price is currently $130.00 but will be going up in April so don't delay in going online to purchase your tickets or pick up a permission form in the office and drop a check off in the Grad Knight box as soon as possible. This is a wonderful way to reward your child for all of their hard work and give them an opportunity to celebrate with their friends one last time as a group.
BSD Graduation Requirement
We currently have 140 seniors who have not satisfied the 40 hours of community service BSD graduation requirement. Is your student one of them? Check community service hours at www.newportptsa.org and click the Community Service tab. Forms may be turned into the counseling center anytime or on Tuesday, February 15, PTSA will be collecting community service forms during lunch.
Food Handlers Permit
Interested in working in the food industry/at a restaurant now or this summer? The Food Handlers Permit Test will be given on Thursday, February 17th during 5th period (10:50 – 12:20) in the Theatre. This test is open to anyone who has permission from their 5th period teacher to miss class, brings $10.00 cash and a photo ID. The Food Handler Permits will be handed out to happy recipients approximately 2 weeks after the test.
Attention All College Bound Girls
College bound high school women and their parents are invited to attend this informal meeting on College Sororities. Find out about College Sorority life at the Overlake Panhellenic Information Forum.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 7:00 p.m., Bellevue Regional Library (1111-110th Ave NE), Meeting Room #1
University of Washington Sorority members and Alumnae from Washington and other Universities will be in attendance to explain membership recruitment on their campus, answer questions and explain the many benefits of Sorority membership.
Dates to Remember
Midwinter Break: February 21 to 25
Spring Break: April 4 to 8
Memorial Day: May 30
Prom: June 4
Baccalaureate: June 12
Graduation: June 13
Last Day of School: June 17
The counseling center wants to remind you that college scholarship information is available on the Newport High website and in the counseling center. Do you know the biggest problem most scholarship committees have? Getting applicants. There are usually too few applicants. Don’t let any of this wonderful scholarship money pass you by – apply!!
Thanks to everyone that attended our Vino fundraising event on Sunday. It was a great turnout and a wonderful opportunity to socialize with old and new friends!
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Grad Knight Update
BSD Graduation Requirement-40 volunteer hours
Food Handler's Permit
Informal Meeting on College Sororities
Dates to Remember
Grad Knight Update
If you can believe it we have only 4 months to go until our kids pick up their diplomas and head off to Grad Knight! We are happy to report that over 50% of you have already purchased your tickets which is *great* and we thank you for doing this. The price is currently $130.00 but will be going up in April so don't delay in going online to purchase your tickets or pick up a permission form in the office and drop a check off in the Grad Knight box as soon as possible. This is a wonderful way to reward your child for all of their hard work and give them an opportunity to celebrate with their friends one last time as a group.
BSD Graduation Requirement
We currently have 140 seniors who have not satisfied the 40 hours of community service BSD graduation requirement. Is your student one of them? Check community service hours at www.newportptsa.org and click the Community Service tab. Forms may be turned into the counseling center anytime or on Tuesday, February 15, PTSA will be collecting community service forms during lunch.
Food Handlers Permit
Interested in working in the food industry/at a restaurant now or this summer? The Food Handlers Permit Test will be given on Thursday, February 17th during 5th period (10:50 – 12:20) in the Theatre. This test is open to anyone who has permission from their 5th period teacher to miss class, brings $10.00 cash and a photo ID. The Food Handler Permits will be handed out to happy recipients approximately 2 weeks after the test.
Attention All College Bound Girls
College bound high school women and their parents are invited to attend this informal meeting on College Sororities. Find out about College Sorority life at the Overlake Panhellenic Information Forum.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011 7:00 p.m., Bellevue Regional Library (1111-110th Ave NE), Meeting Room #1
University of Washington Sorority members and Alumnae from Washington and other Universities will be in attendance to explain membership recruitment on their campus, answer questions and explain the many benefits of Sorority membership.
Dates to Remember
Midwinter Break: February 21 to 25
Spring Break: April 4 to 8
Memorial Day: May 30
Prom: June 4
Baccalaureate: June 12
Graduation: June 13
Last Day of School: June 17
Monday, January 31, 2011
February Fundraising Event
We hope that over the last two years you have been able to attend one of the Grad Knight Wine Tasting and Fundraising events at Vino at The Landing. These events have been a great way to socialize with old and new friends! We have one more opportunity to gather as parents before things get crazy later this year!
Sunday February 13th
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Vino at The Landing
Bring your friends and enjoy 4 lovely wines and light appetizers
Participate in wine tasting tips and enjoy the company of friends
Find that perfect bottle of wine for Valentine's Day!
$20 per person collected by Vino’s
A percentage of wine purchases will also be donated
All proceeds benefit NHS Grad Knight 2011
The Grad Knight committee thanks you for all of your support in our fundraising efforts, yet we have a way to go to get to our goal. If you can't attend, consider sending a donation (NHS Grad Knight 2011, 4333 Factoria Blvd, Bellevue, WA 98006).
Please forward this Wine Tasting and Fundraising event information to your friends and neighbors. It is not limited to the Class of 2011 and it would be great to have parents and friends from other classes attend! So spread the word! Hope to see you there!
Sunday February 13th
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Vino at The Landing
Bring your friends and enjoy 4 lovely wines and light appetizers
Participate in wine tasting tips and enjoy the company of friends
Find that perfect bottle of wine for Valentine's Day!
$20 per person collected by Vino’s
A percentage of wine purchases will also be donated
All proceeds benefit NHS Grad Knight 2011
The Grad Knight committee thanks you for all of your support in our fundraising efforts, yet we have a way to go to get to our goal. If you can't attend, consider sending a donation (NHS Grad Knight 2011, 4333 Factoria Blvd, Bellevue, WA 98006).
Please forward this Wine Tasting and Fundraising event information to your friends and neighbors. It is not limited to the Class of 2011 and it would be great to have parents and friends from other classes attend! So spread the word! Hope to see you there!
Monday, January 24, 2011
Senior News - this week Jan 24-28th!
Grad Knight Tickets:
Seniors - Is your student on board for attending Grad Knight, the all-night celebration immediately following graduation? They are if their name is on the list posted outside the office. Have them stop by this Thursday in the Commons during lunch to get questions answered, pick up a permission slip or turn in their check. Tickets are $130 but will be going up soon. Don't miss out!
Baby Ads:
A message from Ms. Driscoll - if you have emailed questions about baby ads, please expect up to a week delay for a response. 110 essay finals to grade and an inbox exploding with baby ad questions has her a little busy. Rest assured all questions will be addressed before pages are completed and submitted. She specifically leaves her staff a great length of time for these pages to insure that there are no errors. Thanks!
Baby Ad submission has been extended until Friday, January 28th. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen. Upload the photo(s) and put the student info, ad size and message in the Description Text Box. For more information, go the Yearbook page on the Newport website. Prices range from $75-$225. All photos must be submitted on-line.
Seniors - Is your student on board for attending Grad Knight, the all-night celebration immediately following graduation? They are if their name is on the list posted outside the office. Have them stop by this Thursday in the Commons during lunch to get questions answered, pick up a permission slip or turn in their check. Tickets are $130 but will be going up soon. Don't miss out!
Baby Ads:
A message from Ms. Driscoll - if you have emailed questions about baby ads, please expect up to a week delay for a response. 110 essay finals to grade and an inbox exploding with baby ad questions has her a little busy. Rest assured all questions will be addressed before pages are completed and submitted. She specifically leaves her staff a great length of time for these pages to insure that there are no errors. Thanks!
Baby Ad submission has been extended until Friday, January 28th. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen. Upload the photo(s) and put the student info, ad size and message in the Description Text Box. For more information, go the Yearbook page on the Newport website. Prices range from $75-$225. All photos must be submitted on-line.
Friday, January 21, 2011
There is a little confusion out there for those of you submitting baby ads! The www.hjeshare.com/eShare/ website to upload your pictures has nothing to do with making a payment on-line! Do not email the the people downtown as they can't help you with anything related to uploading the photos for the baby ad. Please read the information below for clarification.
This is the website to UPLOAD your photos and message www.hjeshare.com/eShare/
The system can be confusing and I am hearing from many of you that you "think" you uploaded your photos. Which you most likely did...
Follow the instructions to upload one or more photos. To place your message, student name and ad size info do this In ONE of the description boxes. You are not prompted anywhere else to do this. I am hearing from many of you that you uploaded photos and not the message, student name, etc.
If you are having any difficulty with the upload process, forgot to include the message and ad size, or want confirmation that the photos/message were uploaded, contact Kim Driscoll driscollk@bsd405.org. Kim is the Yearbook Advisor. Remember that today is Finals. So be patient with getting a response.
Now that you have uploaded your photos, these are your PAYMENT options:
At your earliest convenience, bring a check to the accountant for the amount due for your baby ad. You don't have to do it today!
This is the website to pay online through the district website ttps://touchbase.bsd405.org - There is a yearbook option and then baby ad. Do NOT email the district (posalerts) with any other questions or concerns regarding baby ads. They can only assist you with the on-line payment system! posalerts@bsd405.org
This is the website to UPLOAD your photos and message www.hjeshare.com/eShare/
The system can be confusing and I am hearing from many of you that you "think" you uploaded your photos. Which you most likely did...
Follow the instructions to upload one or more photos. To place your message, student name and ad size info do this In ONE of the description boxes. You are not prompted anywhere else to do this. I am hearing from many of you that you uploaded photos and not the message, student name, etc.
If you are having any difficulty with the upload process, forgot to include the message and ad size, or want confirmation that the photos/message were uploaded, contact Kim Driscoll driscollk@bsd405.org. Kim is the Yearbook Advisor. Remember that today is Finals. So be patient with getting a response.
Now that you have uploaded your photos, these are your PAYMENT options:
At your earliest convenience, bring a check to the accountant for the amount due for your baby ad. You don't have to do it today!
This is the website to pay online through the district website ttps://touchbase.bsd405.org - There is a yearbook option and then baby ad. Do NOT email the district (posalerts) with any other questions or concerns regarding baby ads. They can only assist you with the on-line payment system! posalerts@bsd405.org
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Senior News- baby Ad Deadline
Just two reminders today!
Baby Ads are due this Friday! A senior baby ad consists of a photo of the senior as a baby/young child or any other picture and can include a quote or short passage. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen.
2.5 inches by 3.5 inches; about 1-2 sentences; 1 picture ------- $75
5.5 inches by 3.5 inches; about 3-4 sentences; 1-2 pictures --- $150
8 inches by 3.5 inches; about 4-5 sentences; 2 pictures -------- $225
I just found out that you can now pay for this on-line with your credit card rather than make payment with a check and at school. Be sure to fill in the amount for the ad size that you are purchasing. Go to https://touchbase.bsd405.org Questions? Email posalerts@bsd405.org
Remind your senior - Be sure to check the spelling of your name for your diploma! Mrs. Caufield has visited senior English classes asking students to verify the spelling of their name for their diploma. Check with your student and if they did not verify the spelling of their name they need to stop by the main office and see Mrs. Caufield.
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Baby Ads are due this Friday! A senior baby ad consists of a photo of the senior as a baby/young child or any other picture and can include a quote or short passage. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen.
2.5 inches by 3.5 inches; about 1-2 sentences; 1 picture ------- $75
5.5 inches by 3.5 inches; about 3-4 sentences; 1-2 pictures --- $150
8 inches by 3.5 inches; about 4-5 sentences; 2 pictures -------- $225
I just found out that you can now pay for this on-line with your credit card rather than make payment with a check and at school. Be sure to fill in the amount for the ad size that you are purchasing. Go to https://touchbase.bsd405.org Questions? Email posalerts@bsd405.org
Remind your senior - Be sure to check the spelling of your name for your diploma! Mrs. Caufield has visited senior English classes asking students to verify the spelling of their name for their diploma. Check with your student and if they did not verify the spelling of their name they need to stop by the main office and see Mrs. Caufield.
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Saturday, January 15, 2011
Grad Knight - Link To Pay On-Line
There was an error for the link to pay for your student's Grad Knight Ticket on-line. The correct link is below.
Grad Knight Tickets
Don't miss the fun-filled graduation after-party. Get your Grad Knight tickets for $130 before the price goes up. Forms are in the main office, Grad Knight Box and need to be turned in with your check. Credit card payment can also be made online on the Newport PTSA web site. Return your completed permission form to the Grad Knight box in the main office. To pay online, go to: www.newportptsa.org/class2011
Be sure to speak to your counselor if you need help paying for Grad Knight. Scholarship money is available!
Not sure whether you've paid? Stop by the table in the Commons during lunch on Thursday, January 27th or email the co-chairs to confirm. bradfamly@comcast.net orjvancourt@yahoo.com
Grad Knight Tickets
Don't miss the fun-filled graduation after-party. Get your Grad Knight tickets for $130 before the price goes up. Forms are in the main office, Grad Knight Box and need to be turned in with your check. Credit card payment can also be made online on the Newport PTSA web site. Return your completed permission form to the Grad Knight box in the main office. To pay online, go to: www.newportptsa.org/class2011
Be sure to speak to your counselor if you need help paying for Grad Knight. Scholarship money is available!
Not sure whether you've paid? Stop by the table in the Commons during lunch on Thursday, January 27th or email the co-chairs to confirm. bradfamly@comcast.net orjvancourt@yahoo.com
Friday, January 14, 2011
Senior News/Deadlines
Where has the year gone? Can't believe it is mid-January already! Important Senior information below.
Senior Reminders from the Counseling Center
Baby Ad Deadline
Grad Knight Tickets
College By Design Conference
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Seniors – Class of 2011 Reminders & Resources from the Counseling Center
FAFSA: If you haven’t filled this out already and are planning on attending college (2 or 4 year) next year, SUBMIT the FAFSA ASAP! Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov (ONLY USE THIS WEBSITE, THERE ARE SCAMS OUT THERE) Receiving financial aid dollars is first come, first served! Remember there is also the CSS Profile financial aid form that some private colleges want you to submit. Many schools have Financial Aid deadlines in January and February!
FAFSA College Goal Sunday – Do you need help filling out the FAFSA – then go to the College Goal Sunday event this coming Sunday, 1/16 at Interlake from 2-4 PM. Register online at www.collegegoalsundaywa.org and be sure to select Interlake.
Midyear reports: For any colleges you applied to on the common application, we will submit the midyear report. If your student has any additional information they would like us to share on the midyear report (awards or new info for colleges), please stop by and let us know. If there are any midyear reports for schools not on the common application, bring in the form (if not submitted already), a stamp and the address and we will send it in. Please don’t worry about Final reports, we will automatically send these in at the end of the year, once we know where you are going.
Community Service: Keep encouraging your senior to plug away at their 40 hours. Stop by if you need ideas. If you just need to turn in the paperwork, bring it to the counseling center this week! Many seniors say they have done their hours, but they haven’t done the forms – remember it doesn’t “count” until the forms are in & approved! Check your students hours on the PTSA website!
Scholarships/Financial Aid info: Stop by the counseling center for the latest scholarships and check out the bulletin on the NHS counseling website. A new scholarship site for Washington State Residents is www.Thewashboard.org See your counselor for other tips! Also visit the NHS Counseling Center Website and review the PowerPoint from Parent Financial Aid night in December which has links to various scholarship searches and explains everything about Financial Aid!
College Applications: UW Bothell and UW Tacoma are still accepting applications along with Western Washington University, Central Washington and Eastern Washington. Students should see us if they want to chat about options!
Community College: If your student is going to attend a community college next year, enroll in March to get priority for registering for classes in the fall (make sure you enroll for fall, 2011).
It’s hard to wait: The hardest thing is to wait to hear back from colleges. Colleges officially have until April 1st to notify applicants and then students have until May 1st to make their decision and notify all schools of their decision. If a friend has heard but your student hasn’t, stay positive, it doesn’t mean that they won’t get in!
Graduation---Encourage your senior to stay focused as they go into finals and 2nd semester so they don’t jeopardize graduation or college acceptance or scholarships for next year. They have worked too hard to let the last semester cause any regret.
Jennifer Gallison,MAEd.
School Counselor | Newport High School
A-Li, Class of 2013 | A-K, Class of 2011
425-456-7457 | gallisonj@bsd405.org
Baby Ad Deadline - January 21st
Time is running out for submitting a Baby Ad for the 2011 yearbook! A senior baby ad consists of a photo of the senior as a baby/young child and includes a quote or short passage. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen (Information Flyer attached).
Grad Knight Tickets
Don't miss the fun-filled graduation after-party. Get your Grad Knight tickets for $130 before the price goes up. Forms are in the main office, Grad Knight Box and need to be turned in with your check. Credit card payment can also be made online on the Newport PTSA web site. Return your completed permission form to the Grad Knight box in the main office. To pay online, go to: http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?
Be sure to speak to your counselor if you need help paying for Grad Knight. Scholarship money is available!
Not sure whether you've paid? Stop by the table in the Commons during lunch on Thursday, January 27th or email the co-chairs to confirm. bradfamly@comcast.net or jvancourt@yahoo.com
College Conference
The Bellevue School District will hold its annual College Conference "Future By Design" on Wednesday, January 26 at Interlake High School and Thursday, January 27 at Sammamish High School. This event will begin each evening at 6:00 p.m. with keynote speaker, Dr. Karen Copetas, Director of Admissions and Enrollment Planning from Western Washington University. Breakout sessions will begin at 6:40 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. The program can be viewed at this link http://www.bsd405.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=ayR8QkTM/8s=&tabid=62
Senior Reminders from the Counseling Center
Baby Ad Deadline
Grad Knight Tickets
College By Design Conference
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Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/
www.newportptsa.org/Class2011
Seniors – Class of 2011 Reminders & Resources from the Counseling Center
FAFSA: If you haven’t filled this out already and are planning on attending college (2 or 4 year) next year, SUBMIT the FAFSA ASAP! Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov (ONLY USE THIS WEBSITE, THERE ARE SCAMS OUT THERE) Receiving financial aid dollars is first come, first served! Remember there is also the CSS Profile financial aid form that some private colleges want you to submit. Many schools have Financial Aid deadlines in January and February!
FAFSA College Goal Sunday – Do you need help filling out the FAFSA – then go to the College Goal Sunday event this coming Sunday, 1/16 at Interlake from 2-4 PM. Register online at www.collegegoalsundaywa.org and be sure to select Interlake.
Midyear reports: For any colleges you applied to on the common application, we will submit the midyear report. If your student has any additional information they would like us to share on the midyear report (awards or new info for colleges), please stop by and let us know. If there are any midyear reports for schools not on the common application, bring in the form (if not submitted already), a stamp and the address and we will send it in. Please don’t worry about Final reports, we will automatically send these in at the end of the year, once we know where you are going.
Community Service: Keep encouraging your senior to plug away at their 40 hours. Stop by if you need ideas. If you just need to turn in the paperwork, bring it to the counseling center this week! Many seniors say they have done their hours, but they haven’t done the forms – remember it doesn’t “count” until the forms are in & approved! Check your students hours on the PTSA website!
Scholarships/Financial Aid info: Stop by the counseling center for the latest scholarships and check out the bulletin on the NHS counseling website. A new scholarship site for Washington State Residents is www.Thewashboard.org See your counselor for other tips! Also visit the NHS Counseling Center Website and review the PowerPoint from Parent Financial Aid night in December which has links to various scholarship searches and explains everything about Financial Aid!
College Applications: UW Bothell and UW Tacoma are still accepting applications along with Western Washington University, Central Washington and Eastern Washington. Students should see us if they want to chat about options!
Community College: If your student is going to attend a community college next year, enroll in March to get priority for registering for classes in the fall (make sure you enroll for fall, 2011).
It’s hard to wait: The hardest thing is to wait to hear back from colleges. Colleges officially have until April 1st to notify applicants and then students have until May 1st to make their decision and notify all schools of their decision. If a friend has heard but your student hasn’t, stay positive, it doesn’t mean that they won’t get in!
Graduation---Encourage your senior to stay focused as they go into finals and 2nd semester so they don’t jeopardize graduation or college acceptance or scholarships for next year. They have worked too hard to let the last semester cause any regret.
Jennifer Gallison,MAEd.
School Counselor | Newport High School
A-Li, Class of 2013 | A-K, Class of 2011
425-456-7457 | gallisonj@bsd405.org
Baby Ad Deadline - January 21st
Time is running out for submitting a Baby Ad for the 2011 yearbook! A senior baby ad consists of a photo of the senior as a baby/young child and includes a quote or short passage. In order to submit your senior baby ad, please go to www.hjeshare.com and type in the code: 2040054. Follow the instructions on the screen (Information Flyer attached).
Grad Knight Tickets
Don't miss the fun-filled graduation after-party. Get your Grad Knight tickets for $130 before the price goes up. Forms are in the main office, Grad Knight Box and need to be turned in with your check. Credit card payment can also be made online on the Newport PTSA web site. Return your completed permission form to the Grad Knight box in the main office. To pay online, go to: http://www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?
Be sure to speak to your counselor if you need help paying for Grad Knight. Scholarship money is available!
Not sure whether you've paid? Stop by the table in the Commons during lunch on Thursday, January 27th or email the co-chairs to confirm. bradfamly@comcast.net or jvancourt@yahoo.com
College Conference
The Bellevue School District will hold its annual College Conference "Future By Design" on Wednesday, January 26 at Interlake High School and Thursday, January 27 at Sammamish High School. This event will begin each evening at 6:00 p.m. with keynote speaker, Dr. Karen Copetas, Director of Admissions and Enrollment Planning from Western Washington University. Breakout sessions will begin at 6:40 p.m. and end at 8:30 p.m. The program can be viewed at this link http://www.bsd405.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=ayR8QkTM/8s=&tabid=62
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