Principal's Corner
Arrowhead Families,
I will be writing a principal letter in every other Hawk Herald, on odd-numbered months, so that I can focus my time on supporting students and staff. Balancing the district budget has resulted in class sizes that are maxed out or overloaded, and our Mid-Level Blended special education programs are extremely overloaded.
Arrowhead staff are very good at centering children and making sure we’re putting our energy and time into things that matter. We are so grateful that you stand with us as we let go of things that don’t directly impact our children.
See you in November!
Kristin
From the Office
Arrowhead Calendar and Website
Yearbook
Yearbook Sale
24-25 Yearbooks will be available to purchase Oct. 16 - Feb. 26 for $20. Look for envelopes coming home soon to send your exact cash or check payable to Arrowhead or purchase online viaTouchbase.Please reach out to the office staff if you need login assistance.
This is your only chance to to order a 24-25 yearbook this year. Please order yours today!
Yearbook Cover Contest
Hey 5th graders!
Here's your chance to leave you legacy at Arrowhead. All 5th graders are encouraged to submit a cover design on the paper from the office that shows our Hawk pride and what you feel makes Arrowhead such a great school.
2 lucky winners will be chosen for the front and back covers and your picture and design will be included in an upcoming Hawk Herald. Contest ends Oct. 9!
Photo Retakes and HeadStart Photo Day Oct. 24
Students needing a retake photo will need to bring their picture packet with them on Oct. 24 to get a new photo taken.
Dorian picture envelopes will go home with Head Start students on Oct. 16.Families may also place their order online atdorianstudio.comup to 4 days after photo day. Extra envelopes are available in the Office. Please return your envelope by Picture Day. Here are some helpful tips to make Picture Day great!
- Schedule haircuts 7-10 days prior to picture day!
- Wear simple clothing. Solid shirts or small patterns, along with sleeves, photograph best. A simple collared shirt is a timeless classic.
- Avoid logos and text on clothing. Graphics or wording may not photograph completely and can become partially cropped out of your picture.
Pace Information Night
PACE(Parents Active in Cooperative Education) is an elementary enrichment program offered by the Northshore School District for students in grades 1-5.
The hallmarks ofPACEinclude an enhanced educational experience due to high parent involvement, enrichment activities, encouragement for students to become self-motivated learners and a strong sense of community among families and staff.PACEis located at three sites in the district with feeder patterns from all Northshore elementary schools.PACEfamilies commit to annual program support, as based on parents’ availability and interest.
To find out ifPACEis a good fit for your family and to learn more about the enrollment process, you are invited to attend thePACEInformationNighthosted byPACEatWoodmoorElementaryTuesday, October 15th at 7:00.
For more information about thePACEatWoodmoorprogram please visithttp://www.nsd.org/PACEor contactenrollment@paceatwoodmoor.org
New Process for Reporting an Absence: 4 Simple Steps
We have a new, easy way for families to let our school know when their student is absent! While we know regular attendance is one of the most powerful ways to prepare your student for success, we also know that sometimes students must miss school for a variety of reasons. Next time that happens for your family, let us know throughParentVUE:
- Login toParentVUE
- Click the “Report Absence” button next to the name of your absent student
- Fill in the fields with the date(s) of the absence and provide an explanation
- Click to submit, automatically notifying the school of the absence
Learn more or view step-by-step images and instructions. You can use this method to report an absence of up to 4 days. As a reminder, an absence of 5 days or longer requires families to submit aNotice of Pre-Arranged Extended Absence Form.
Volunteering and Visiting Arrowhead
The season for volunteering is here! Please remember that in order to be a volunteer in the classroom you need to have yourlevel 1 volunteerstatus. If you would like to volunteer for a field trip this year, please make sure to have yourlevel 2 volunteer status. If you have had level 2 in the past, complete thefollowing formand double check that your level 1 is status is up to date as well.
We love having you in our classrooms and on field trips so please make sure to get your clearance in time for celebrations, classroom activities, and field trips.
All NSD schools are implementing a new process for validating visitors and volunteers on campus through SafeVisitor Solutions.SafeVisitorSolutions is a cutting edge visitor management system developed specifically for K-12 schools and also used by districts in our surrounding area and theonly one integrated with an international background screening company.
Please plan a few extra minutes the next time you are campus to volunteer or visit for us to print your visitor badge. You will be asked for your license. We can also access your information with your name and birthdate. For people who visit/volunteer frequently, we will save your badge in a ticket holder to reuse. All visitors must check out of this system before leaving every time.
We appreciate your patience and partnership as we get this new system running smoothly and ensuring our campus is safe.
Cross Country Update
We have 35 runners on our team so far!Please remind your student that practices are Tuesday and Friday at lunch recess (meet in Gym). Meets are after school on TUESDAYS (Arrowhead Calendar).Jerseyswill be distributed on before our first meet.
*Arrowhead hosts our HOME meet on OCTOBER 8th! Please sign up to volunteer.ParentSquare has a linkor contact Ms. Ginny (vallemann@nsd.orgor Mr. Barstow (sbarstow@nsd.org).
PRACTICES:
Practices are on campus on Tuesdays and Fridays during lunch recesses. Meet in the gym.
MEETS:
Tuesday After School Meetsbegin at5 pm. Runners need to arrive no later than4:45to walk through the course prior to the race. Usually boys race first, then girls. The order starts with 3rd graders, then 4th, then 5th. graders. All races should be done by6:30.
*Meets are run in ALL weather, except lightning!
PARENTS:
1) Complete Medical Form (link below) and return to Ms. Ginny or Mr. Barstow.The medical form MUST be returned before a student can practice! Paper copies will also be distributed.
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1523943617/nsdorg/vctjk298pqtxqlydbzgu/AthlEmerInfoCard.pdf
2) REGISTER ONLINE. (Paper registration forms are available in the office.)Registration must be completed before the first meet on October 1.
https://www.nsd.org/schools/enrichment-activities/athletics/elementary-sportsUse TouchBase to register.
Scholarships are available and Free and Reduced Lunch qualifiers do not have a fee.
3)Arrange transportation for your child to and from meetsBEFORE meet day!!
4)Please note that even when a meet is at Arrowhead we will not have access to medications kept in the health room. In the event your child needs an inhaler, EpiPen, etc., please plan ahead and be there.
Thank you SO much for your support of the Arrowhead Hawks XC Team!
Health Room News
Health Screening Day
Our school wide health screening day is Thursday Oct. 10th (K - 3, and 5th grades).
If you would like to opt-out your student from vision and/or hearing screening and have not already reached out, please contact Nurse Anne.
School health screening is state mandated and is done to identify students who may benefit from a more in-depth exam from a provider, it is similar to the screening done at well child Dr. visits. If your student is already followed by a vision or hearing provider and has had an exam in the last 6-12 months, it may not be necessary to do this screening at school, it is your choice.
Medication at School:
Any medicine your student may need during the school day, must be discussed with the nurse.Please do not put any kind of medicine, including over the counter products, in your child's lunch box, backpack, or pockets.Any medicine, supplements or over the counter products must always be brought to school by an adult and accompanied with completed paperwork.Please call the nurse if you have any questions.
Covid test kits available to order:
Free Covid tests kits are available to order again from USPS to your residential address. Get yours while you can! This link also has information on the extended expiration dates for tests kits.https://special.usps.com/testkits
Clothing and other Resources
Please see the following NSD link if you need any resources for your student or family:
https://www.nsd.org/resources/support/assistance
Anne Janssen, RN
425.408.4006
ajanssen@nsd.org
Library News
Hello Arrowhead Community!
Check out these lists of Hispanic Heritage-related titles in our library!
Hispanic American Heritage Month September 15 - October 15is this month!
Library Book List: Spanish - English Bilingual Titles
I am LOVING meeting our Arrowhead readers! How fortunate I am to help build on their love of reading with new suggestions. A little time each library visit is spent talking about books we have enjoyed and would recommend, and book ideas for the season, etc. Please remind your students to keep their library books in one location in your home for easy access and return.
Did you know?Independent bookstores bring us authors likeAmanda Abler(September 25) for FREE! And they offer authors in their store. Encourage love of reading by going to see authors present.
October 7 at 6 PM at Third Place Books LFP,Stuart Gibbs(Spy School, FunJungle)will be speaking!
Thank you to my wonderful crew of fantastic volunteers who have been helping out in the library! I could not be more grateful! Thank you, Arrowhead community!
The Arrowhead Library opens at 8:35am again this year! Stop by and start the day reading and exploring the library!Library Website here!
Hope to see you soon @ the library!
Technology Tidbits
Student Devices
Device Protection Program (DPP)
The DPPprogram protectsthe device (Chromebook, Macbook, or iPad) loaned to your student against accidental damage for the school year. This program does NOT cover damage resulting from misuse or loss of the device.We expect all students to properly use their device and to secure it when it is not being used.If the device is used improperly or is not secured while the student is not using it, families will be expected to pay the full cost of replacement or repair.In rare cases, a fine can be waived with approval from District Technology Staff.If you want to apply for a fine waiver, please completethis form.
The standard payment to enroll in the NSD Student Device Protection Plan is $25 per year; free for students who have qualified for free or reduced-price meals and who have provided consent to share their status for fee waivers. No refunds will be given once enrolled in this program.
Enrollment in DPP must occurbeforedamage occurs for DPP to apply.If there is no DPP on file for a student when damage occurs and the fine is assessed, the full repair cost will be charged.Fines for damaged devices will be applied promptly and can be paid in our online payment system.We cannot take replacement items such as power cables that were purchased on Amazon or at a retail store, as use of those items may cause safety issues or void warranties.
Mrs. Amy Smith
School Technology Specialist
asmith@nsd.org
PE News
Welcome to PE!
Thank You Volunteers!
We are so grateful to PTA and this amazing community for their support!
PTA
WE are blessed to have PTA and this community for our partners! PTA provided pizza and water for hungary Community Serve Day volunteers, hosted Kindergarten and all school playdates this summer and kicked off a great Welcome Back Event for families. Approved recent Staff funds, and SEC grant for the 3rd grade Salmon Hatchery field trip.
Picture Day Volunteers
A huge shout out to Rachel Blackburn and Sarah Skogsberg for lending their time and kindness again at Picture Day!
Library Volunteers
Our amazing Library volunteers keep our Library in top shape, checking books in and out, helping find that just right book, and assisting Ms. Ginny with special projects.
Community Serve Day Volunteers
On August 25, almost 90 community members and Arrowhead families joined together to get Arrowhead ready to welcome students. Volunteers weeded, pruned, spread bark, painted, collated take home flyers, helped with Emergency Prep supplies, and made Arrowhead shine!
We could not have done it without your help.
PTA Corner
PTA Fall Fundraiser
Every dollar makes a difference and impacts students directly. Please consider donating what you can to our Fall Fundraiser Oct. 15 through Oct. 26 and help us reach our goal of $18,000
Join or Renew your PTA Membership
If you haven’t joined or renewed your PTA membership yet, please take a minute to do so. Cost: $15 per person (or $25 per family). More infoon our website. Or go directly tothe MemberPlanet siteto join. Note: If the fees are a financial hardship for your family, we have membership scholarships available. Emailmembership@ptaarrowhead.orgto apply.
PTA Treat Friday Volunteers Sign Up
Opportunity Spotlight!
The Arrowhead PTA would not be possible without the dedication and support of volunteers!
We need to fill ourLegislation and Advocacy position.This is a very important role for Arrowhead Elementary by helping the school have representation at the state level.
The Legislation and Advocacy position involves:
- Keeping the PTA informed of the happenings in the state and local government that affect education.
- Work with the PTA team in building advocacy efforts to raise our voices to our state legislators on education issues .
- Attend the Washington State PTA Legislative AssemblyOctober 26-27, 2024 at Seattle Pacific University.Registration cost is covered by the PTA.
Please consider stepping into this valuable role! Contactexecteam@ptaarrowhead.orgwith questions!
October Events:
October 4th- Popcorn Friday
October 6th- MOD Pizza PTA Fundraiser
October 15th- Monthly PTA General Meeting
October 21st-26th- PTA Fall Fundraiser Event
Subscribe to Highlights newsletter:Our weekly newsletter provides the latest on what’s going on through the PTAon our website.
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