Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

We have experienced multiple Zoom incidents this past week that have disrupted classes, upset students, and rattled teachers. Teachers have appropriately removed individuals who have entered the classroom using another student’s credentials and have reported incidents immediately to administrators. We have been studying the issue all week, working with our IT department, and are taking steps to prevent future disruptions.

All future Zoom classes, starting on Monday, will require students to log in via their k12 google accounts. For a student using their district issued Chromebook, this will not be a problem as this happens automatically when they start their Chromebook. For a student using a personal device that is not a district issued Chromebook, they will have to first be logged on to their Google k12 account before they will be permitted to enter their Zoom class. Taking this step will help us prevent unauthorized access to Zoom classes.

Please help us by ensuring that your student does not compromise their own account by sharing their Google k12 username or password with anyone -- even a trusted friend. We need students to understand that by sharing their credentials with others they risk their identity, their files, and their personal information being used without their permission. If your student is concerned and would like to change their Google k12 password, please have them reach out to our IT department for assistance. Look on the Shorecrest homepage or the district website on how to submit a tech help request. 

On the upside, and this is quite impressive, 75% of our students had PERFECT attendance first semester. Not a Zoom class missed. Go Scots!

Thank you!
Lisa Gonzalez, Principal

 

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• With a King County Library card, students can access live free tutoring and submit an essay or math problem for review. Available via chat and audio. https://kcls.org/kids-subject/tutoring/  The library is also offering zoom Study Zone with tutors.  Study Zone has tutors available that speak multiple languages. https://kcls.org/studyzoneplus/
• Here is a little video about it as well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkColReaHOM&feature=youtu.be

 

 

It was a pretty quiet week activities-wise as we started up our new semester on Monday. 

• We did have a Student Council meeting Thursday and student representatives continue to bring timely and specific feedback about their experiences with remote learning. The ASB Core officers work hard to set up and lead these meetings and then follow up with Principal Gonzalez regarding student concerns and ideas and then report back at the following Student Council. It has been a highly functional group for a number of years and even going remote has not interfered and the Student Council leader, Isaac Smith, even found a way to adopt Parliamentary Procedure for Zoom! Thanks to all our student representatives and ASB officers for dedicating their time to making SC the best it can be!

 

• Today we had our first meeting of upperclassmen Link Leaders with their Freshmen mentees in each Highlander Homeroom. I know both groups of students were eager to connect with one another and we are so glad to have this support up and running again under the advisors Mr. Brett Vlahovich and Ms. Kathy Elwell.

 

• Our clubs continue to thrive in a virtual environment. We had two new clubs approved at Student Council (Sunrise Hub & Young Women in STEM) as well as other clubs restart from the past. Please see the ASB Clubs website for more information and Zoom links. Club information is updated every Monday. Additionally, club information is also in the announcement slides each day in Highlander Home.

 

• Speaking of announcements, we have a number of student volunteers who take time each night to record video announcements. They are doing a marvelous job. You can find daily announcements on the bottom of the SCHS homepage!

 

• School Pictures Update - school picture packets will be available for pick up on our next school-wide distribution day: November 18. Stay tuned for more details.

 

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Senior Order Week for cap & gown and other graduation gear!!! Order info:

Jostens is Shorecrest High School's official supplier of graduation products and services.

DEADLINE NOVEMBER 21st

We are extending our Senior Week prices until November 21st. Free shipping no longer applies.

Save $20 on your required cap, gown, tassel, and stole unit.

 

Senior Cap & Gown Order Week Extended to Nov. 21 for cap & gown and other graduation gear!!!  order info:

• It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment.
• This is the lowest price for the required cap & gown unit ($49 + shipping).
• Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. 
• More information on slides 6-9 from the October 16 Senior Class Meeting.
• Link to main Jostens website featuring all graduation and senior related items. 
• Direct link to the required cap & gown unit

 

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Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

Second semester begins this Monday, November 9. Students can log into their Family Access with their Google username and password to see their 2nd semester schedule as early as this evening. 2nd semester Canvas courses should also be visible. Please note that students in year-long classes will remain in those same courses. Students in semester long classes will transition into new semester courses. On Monday morning, students will log onto Canvas and go to their courses to find the class Zoom link (embedded into each Canvas Homepage for each class) to log in. If you are in need of tech assistance or have any questions, please contact the Shorecrest main office on Monday morning at 206-393-4286. 

Final semester grades for this first semester will be entered by Friday, November 13. Teachers will be working this week to finalize grades and you can expect a report card to arrive at home some time during the week of November 16-20. 

Stress and anxiety have been high this week with not only the end of a semester (always a busy time for teachers and students) and the transition to a new semester, but also with the many lingering unknowns remaining in the presidential election. However, true to the heart and the light that our young people bring, our student leaders wish to share with the broader community a message of love, inclusion, and optimism. We are a diverse group of people, from many walks of life, who value our friendships, have mutual respect for one another, and who care deeply about equity and inclusivity. A message from our Associated Student Body (ASB) Officers:

We know many of you are overwhelmed— we are too. We encourage you to check in with those you care for because they are probably feeling the same way you are. That check-in could really help someone; instead of saying, “how are you doing,” try “how are you feeling?” 

Although it’s hard to see, the Shorecrest community has been and will remain a space where all are welcome. We encourage you to reach out to fellow students by DMing @hyphyhighlanders on Instagram. As your ASB Core, we’re here to listen, whether it be a concern, question, or if you simply need someone to talk to.

--Gabe Nelson, Isaac Smith, Eunice Back, and Bobby Parsek 

Stay safe, care for one another, and… Go Scots!

Lisa Gonzalez, Principal

 

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• With a King County Library card, students can access live free tutoring and submit an essay or math problem for review. Available via chat and audio. https://kcls.org/kids-subject/tutoring/  The library is also offering zoom Study Zone with tutors.  Study Zone has tutors available that speak multiple languages. https://kcls.org/studyzoneplus/
• Here is a little video about it as well https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkColReaHOM&feature=youtu.be

 

Internet access is critical to participating in the District’s remote learning program. We realize that for many families, getting adequate internet access can be a challenge and to help mitigate this, we have distributed over 500 mobile hotspots to families in need of access support. Now Washington State is offering a new K-12 internet access program that will provide even better internet service in most cases. The K–12 Internet Access Program connects students in need to internet access at home with no cost to the student or their family.

Through the program, students whose families are low-income and are not currently connected to the internet can get connected through the end of the 2020–21 school year for free. (Costs due to loss or damage of equipment may still apply.)

To be eligible for the program, students and their families must:

• Not have had internet connectivity in the home prior to August 2020.
• Be able to show they are low-income and eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

Details on specific offers

Each of the three service providers have specific offers for qualifying families. Families are free to select the vendor that best meets their need and provide service in their neighborhood. Information packets have been mailed to potential qualifying families from the district with the offer details from each vendor. If you did not recieve a letter and believe you qualify or have additional questions please contact the Family Advocate or Dean at your student's school. Copies of these offer letters are below. (Note: although the Comcast letter mailed to families does include an access code the letter below does not. Comcast access codes are specific to each family and can only be used once):

• Comcast
  • Comcast Family Letter English 
  • Comcast Family Letter Spanish
• Presidio
  • Presidio Family Letter English
  • Presidio Family Letter Spanish
• Ziply
  • Ziply Family Letter English
  • Ziply Family Letter Spanish

 

• We celebrated Veterans Day on Friday, November 6th in Highlander Home. We solicited input, photos, stories, and interviews from students about the veterans in their lives and turned that into a video to share. Please do remember to honor America’s veterans past and present on the Veterans Day Holiday (no school) on Wednesday, November 11.  Here is the link to view it on the SCNN YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/UN8o98v2FGI
   
• Fall Art & Photo Contest Winners & Slideshow: Click here!
  
  
• District-wide Drive In Food Drive Update:  Please celebrate the beauty of our community coming together for this occasion. While it appeared to be a tie between the two halves of the district, the big winner is our entire community. It was a tremendous success and proof that with a little ingenuity we can continue to make a positive impact even in this time. I am incredibly proud of the student project team who led this work at Shorecrest and coordinated with Shorewood students: Bella Tancreti, Lacy George, Andrew Miner, Ethan Yao, Edom Napoleon and Ally Whelan and also big thanks to the other student volunteers who helped out that day too and to everyone who stopped by to donate food and socks for the Works.
  
  
  • The Director of Hopelink writes of the Food Drive: “I just wanted to say thank you from all of us at Hopelink. Your drive brought in 7,655 pounds for us which is truly incredible. On top of that, the high school volunteers that you provided were really helpful and motivated, and followed directions incredibly well (something even our older volunteers can struggle with). The support you provided absolutely made our day, and we are so thankful for your hard work organizing this. This food will go directly into the food boxes our families receive and will be a valuable source of variety throughout the winter. If you want a receipt or have any other questions please let me know, otherwise I look forward to working with you again!”
    
    
• School Pictures Update - school picture packets will be available for pick up on our next school-wide distribution day: November 18. Stay tuned for more details.
  
  
• Link Crew for Freshmen Begins this Friday, Nov. 13 - Our Junior and Senior Link Leaders are excited to have a special activity and bonding time with the freshmen in their Highlander Homerooms this Friday, Nov. 13. Link Crew is a program to mentor freshmen and help them make a smooth transition to high school. We are excited to have this back up and running at Shorecrest this fall!

 

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Senior Order Week for cap & gown and other graduation gear!!! Order info:

Senior Cap & Gown Order Week Extended to Nov. 21 for cap & gown and other graduation gear!!! Order info:

• It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment. 
  
  
• This is the lowest price for the required cap & gown unit ($49 + shipping).
  
  
• Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. 
  
  
• More information on slides 6-9 from the October 16 Senior Class Meeting.
  
  
• Link to main Jostens website featuring all graduation and senior related items.
  
  
• Direct link to the required cap & gown unit

 

The USDA is allowing school districts to provide FREE meal service for all students through the end of the 2020-2021 school year.

• Weekly meal boxes contain 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and milk. Orders can be placed online between Monday and Wednesday, and scheduled for pick up the following Wednesday.
• Free and Reduced meal applications are available online. Even though meals are currently free, please apply if you think you may qualify as other resources and benefits may be available to you.
• Weather and Meal Box Distribution: If any weather condition forces a delay or cancelation, we will communicate using the robo-email and phone call system. Be sure to check your messages.

 

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Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

The end of first semester is just one week away. Our students have done a great job staying connected, adapting to a whole new routine and reality, and keeping their spirits up. One more week to go and then, a clean slate and a fresh start. A whole new semester on November 9.

If you are concerned about your SC student, please let us know. Start by reaching out to your student’s teachers and/or school counselor. Please go to the Shorecrest Counseling Page to connect with our counseling department and services.

The week ahead will be a full one -- a national election, end of the first semester, and the start of Daylight Savings (Fall Back on Sunday!). It is a good time to be reminded that emotions will be high and that our young people are paying attention. If you are able and would like to channel all that emotion towards something constructive, please join in our Food Drive on Saturday at the Shoreline Center. See the flyer in this Broadcast for more information!

Lastly, if you would like to check out the latest virtual happenings at Shorecrest, below you will find links to our students of the month celebration and our most recent edition of SCNN.

Take care, everyone.

Go Scots!

Shorecrest Highlanders of the Month Video Celebration

SCNN, Halloween Edition

"How is Remote Learning Working for you?"

Student Affinity Groups for Secondary Students are forming and we need your voice! These optional groups are intended to support and amplify the voices of individuals who are underrepresented in the Shoreline Public Schools Community to answer the question, "How is Remote Learning Working for you?"

Students who participate in a Student Affinity Group will all be asked the same 3 questions:

1. What is working well for you during Remote Learning?

2. What is challenging for you during Remote Learning

3. What else do you need district decision makers to know?

Student Affinity Groups are intended to support the following underrepresented groups:

Black, Latinx or Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, African, Mixed Race

To join fill out the brief Google Form application here due Nov 6th!

 

Internet access is critical to participating in the District’s remote learning program. We realize that for many families, getting adequate internet access can be a challenge and to help mitigate this, we have distributed over 500 mobile hotspots to families in need of access support. Now Washington State is offering a new K-12 internet access program that will provide even better internet service in most cases. The K–12 Internet Access Program connects students in need to internet access at home with no cost to the student or their family.

Through the program, students whose families are low-income and are not currently connected to the internet can get connected through the end of the 2020–21 school year for free. (Costs due to loss or damage of equipment may still apply.)

To be eligible for the program, students and their families must:

• Not have had internet connectivity in the home prior to August 2020.
• Be able to show they are low-income and eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

Details on specific offers

Each of the three service providers have specific offers for qualifying families. Families are free to select the vendor that best meets their need and provide service in their neighborhood. Information packets have been mailed to potential qualifying families from the district with the offer details from each vendor. If you did not recieve a letter and believe you qualify or have additional questions please contact the Family Advocate or Dean at your student's school. Copies of these offer letters are below. (Note: although the Comcast letter mailed to families does include an access code the letter below does not. Comcast access codes are specific to each family and can only be used once):

• Comcast
  • Comcast Family Letter English 
  • Comcast Family Letter Spanish
• Presidio
  • Presidio Family Letter English
  • Presidio Family Letter Spanish
• Ziply
  • Ziply Family Letter English
  • Ziply Family Letter Spanish

 

• We had a fun, laid back Spirit Week. Shout out to the dynamic duo of brothers Ethan & Logan Yao for winning the Scavenger Hunt! Kudos to the Highlander Homes of Mr. Goenen and Ms. Krusemark for taking the spirit competition up to the next level - getting really high spirit week participation with their students and sending us fun screenshots of students dressed up. We ended Friday afternoon with an online Among Us tournament for all interested students.
• Fall Art & Photo Contest - Last Call! We want to see, share, and celebrate student artists! Submit to this link before November 2:  https://forms.gle/PQqg8oz4gnVCKdjM6. 
• Categories to submit artwork to: Halloween, Fall, and Community Celebration/Representation. We also encourage you to submit artwork to SC’s Tattoo Literary Magazine!
• School Pictures Update - school picture packets will be available for pick up on our next school-wide distribution day: November 18. Stay tuned for more details.

 

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Senior Order Week for cap & gown and other graduation gear!!! Order info:

• It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment. 

• During Senior Week there will be free shipping on your entire order and the best prices for your required cap/gown unit. If you choose to order a class ring, your cap & gown unit will be free. 

• Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. 

• More information on slides 6-9 from the October 16 Senior Class Meeting.

• Link to main Jostens website featuring all graduation and senior related items. 

• Direct link to the required cap & gown unit

 

• The USDA is allowing school districts to provide FREE meal service for all students through the end of the 2020-2021 school year.
• Weekly meal boxes contain 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and milk. Orders can be placed online between Monday and Wednesday, and scheduled for pick up the following Wednesday.
• Free and Reduced meal applications are available online. Even though meals are currently free, please apply if you think you may qualify as other resources and benefits may be available to you.
• Weather and Meal Box Distribution: If any weather condition forces a delay or cancelation, we will communicate using the robo-email and phone call system. Be sure to check your messages.

• There are no make up picture days and we will be unable to print photo ID cards for students who missed picture day. When we return to hybrid or in person instruction we will review our options and determine next steps for students who need a student ID.
• To order photos online: go to www.dorianstudio.com  and type in our school name and picture date(s). Act now to avoid possible late processing fees.

 

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Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

Fall has most definitely arrived! The cold snap has already led to power outages in some of our neighborhoods and I know that leads to a stressor we never faced before — how to access remote learning from home when the power is out! If this were to happen to your student, please assure them that teachers have their daily class materials and activities available on Canvas so that they can access them when the power is back on. And, when your student is able, they should send an email to their teachers explaining their situation. This will help teachers in providing assistance or an extension on a due date. 

We will soon be transitioning to a new semester. Our first semester ends in two weeks — on November 6. Most teachers/courses have a deadline of submitting late or missing work and/or completing test re-takes, etc. by October 30. Please be sure to communicate any special needs to teachers in advance so they can plan ahead. Teachers must submit final semester grades by November 13. This gives teachers one week (from November 6 to November 13) to complete all grading. At home, this is the time to check Canvas grades before the due date for turning in missing/late work so you can make a plan with your student. 

Next week is Spirit Week so check out the theme for each day and on Saturday, October 31, we are “competing” with our sister school, Shorewood, to see how many canned goods we can collect to benefit our community. More information on these activities and more are included in the Broadcast!

Hope you are joining in the fun tonight with the SC Boosters Virtual Auction! Special Shout Out to Deci Evans for all her efforts and her leadership. Thank you, Deci, and thank you, SC Boosters!

Go Scots!

 

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K-12 Internet Access Program

Internet access is critical to participating in the District’s remote learning program. We realize that for many families, getting adequate internet access can be a challenge and to help mitigate this, we have distributed over 500 mobile hotspots to families in need of access support. Now Washington State is offering a new K-12 internet access program that will provide even better internet service in most cases. The K–12 Internet Access Program connects students in need to internet access at home with no cost to the student or their family.

Through the program, students whose families are low-income and are not currently connected to the internet can get connected through the end of the 2020–21 school year for free. (Costs due to loss or damage of equipment may still apply.)

To be eligible for the program, students and their families must:

• Not have had internet connectivity in the home prior to August 2020.
• Be able to show they are low-income and eligible for free or reduced-price meals.

 

Details on specific offers

Each of the three service providers have specific offers for qualifying families. Families are free to select the vendor that best meets their need and provide service in their neighborhood. Information packets have been mailed to potential qualifying families from the district with the offer details from each vendor. If you did not recieve a letter and believe you qualify or have additional questions please contact the Family Advocate or Dean at your student's school. Copies of these offer letters are below. (Note: although the Comcast letter mailed to families does include an access code the letter below does not. Comcast access codes are specific to each family and can only be used once):

• Comcast
  • Comcast Family Letter English 
  • Comcast Family Letter Spanish
• Presidio
  • Presidio Family Letter English
  • Presidio Family Letter Spanish
• Ziply
  • Ziply Family Letter English
  • Ziply Family Letter Spanish

 

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Activities Updates

SPIRIT WEEK!

Next week, October 26-30, is Spirit Week with an “Impostober” theme ala “Among Us” spy games. We tried to make it pretty chill and low-key and hope all Scots participate as they are able! See PDF for details.

 

Food Drive

Next Saturday, October 31st, is the District-Wide “Drive In Food Drive” at the Shoreline Center from 11-2. This is a great opportunity to help our neighbors and have a little fun while doing it. All food donations go to our local HopeLink and we are having a friendly east side - west side competition going. We are encouraging students from all Shoreline Schools to come out to support the food drive and we will also be collecting socks for the PTSA Council’s Socktober sock drive benefiting the Works, our district’s free clothing store. Come on by in your school spirit gear or costume!

 

Among Us

Back by popular demand, next Friday, Oct. 30 at 3:15pm, there is an Among Us virtual video game tournament for all interested SC students. We hosted dozens of students to play the Among Us game and appreciate the support of Mr. Walters for supervising it. Click here to register and get a Zoom link “day of”: https://tinyurl.com/scamongus2 

 

Veteran's Day

We are making a Veterans Recognition Video this year in place of the Veterans Recognition Assembly we usually have every year. We would love to include pictures/videos of family members who are active duty or veterans. Please email a photo/video and include the Shorecrest student’s name, family member’s name and anything else you’d like to include to ks0985599@k12.shorelineschools.org 

• Additionally, for our Veterans Recognition Video, we are also trying to include interviews with these family members who served/ are serving, too. If possible, we would really appreciate your time asking the service member in your life some of the questions off this list: here (it is a Google Doc that forces you to make a copy). We would love photos/videos by this weekend (Sunday, Oct 25), please! Thanks! Kris and the SC Leadership Class. Email Ms. Phillips at johanna.phillips@k12.shorelineschools.org  if you have questions.

• Fall Art & Photo Contest! We want to see, share, and celebrate student artists! Submit to this link before November 2:  https://forms.gle/PQqg8oz4gnVCKdjM6. 
  • Categories to submit artwork to: Halloween, Fall, and Community Celebration/Representation. We also encourage you to submit artwork to SC’s Tattoo Literary Magazine!
• We had our October Student Council meeting on Thursday. It was great to hear from students about what’s working and what we need to work on to meet student needs. Student Council Representatives reported back in Highland Home today (Friday, Oct. 23). Minutes can be found near the top, linked, on the ASB website: https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/2796 

 

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Food Services Update

• The USDA is allowing school districts to provide FREE meal service for all students through the end of the 2020-2021 school year.
• Weekly meal boxes contain 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and milk. Orders can be placed online between Monday and Wednesday, and scheduled for pick up the following Wednesday.
• Free and Reduced meal applications are available online. Even though meals are currently free, please apply if you think you may qualify as other resources and benefits may be available to you.
• Weather and Meal Box Distribution: If any weather condition forces a delay or cancelation, we will communicate using the robo-email and phone call system. Be sure to check your messages.

 

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Picture Day - Order Info and What if you missed it?

• There are no make up picture days and we will be unable to print photo ID cards for students who missed picture day. When we return to hybrid or in person instruction we will review our options and determine next steps for students who need a student ID.
• To order photos online: go to www.dorianstudio.com and type in our school name and picture date(s). Act now to avoid possible late processing fees.

 

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Cap & Gown Order 10/26 - 11/1

• It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment.  Jostens is our High School’s official graduation supplier. They are setting aside a full week of savings for our Seniors: October 26 Through November 1. During Senior Week there will be free shipping on your entire order and the best prices for your required cap/gown unit. If you choose to order a class ring, your cap & gown unit will be free. Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. 
• More information on slides 6-9 from the October 16 Senior Class Meeting.
• Link to main Jostens website and instructions to order required cap/gown unit: Jostens.com > Shop High School > Shorecrest High School, Shoreline > Graduation > Scroll down to small box “browse all grad & cap/gown” > scroll down to “browse all cap and gown products” > Scroll down to “individual products” > “cap, gown, tassel, stole unit”

 

• Students who are considering a sport or performance group here at Shorecrest, here’s information about Off-Season Zoom sessions that our head coaches are leading this fall! This is a great way to meet other students with similar interests.  If you would like to be included in these optional “gatherings" then please do the following: 
  • follow this link to our Coaches Directory https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/7711
  • find the coach of the sport you’re considering and send him/her an email from your k12 account, indicating your interest
• The coach will then send you an email with a link and time for the Zoom session.  Coaches can provide information about their program, training suggestions, tips for skill development, and it’s a time for kids to connect outside of the “classroom”.  Again, these are optional and have no bearing on an athlete being selected or not for a particular team. 

 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

We had a good week. Having our students on campus for picture day was a highlight for sure. Students were excited to see their classmates, if only for just a moment. Our 9th graders were on campus for the first time as SC students! Our Seniors had a chance to keep our Senior Handprint Wall tradition. The handwashing station after handprints was my absolute favorite place to be as I had the opportunity to chat with students as they scrubbed off paint. Such a sweet moment to talk and re-connect! It was just a lovely experience to be reminded how wonderful, kind, engaging, and thoughtful our students are. My goodness, we miss them.

For those of you who were unable to participate in picture day, know that we are unable to offer a make up day this year. That said, when we return to some form of in-person learning, we will review our options and determine our best next steps for students who need a student ID. If your student did come in to take a school photo, you can still order these on-line through Dorian. Go to our homepage to find the link!  For Seniors, remember the deadline to turn in Senior Photos for the Yearbook is October 30!

Another highlight of this past week was hosting Class Meetings during Highlander Home. Senators and Class Advisers led webinars throughout the week -- each day for a different class -- to update students on upcoming events and share information. The Freshmen Class selected Senators (Congratulations!) and had a chance to meet their Class Advisers for the first time. Our Seniors had a lot of information to process, including the latest and greatest on how to order your Senior Cap & Gown! Speaking of which, for families of Seniors, see the blurb below on what you need to know!

For families of Seniors, here is what you need to know:

It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment.  Jostens is our High School’s official graduation supplier. They are setting aside a full week of savings for our Seniors: October 26th Through November 1st. During Senior Week there will be free shipping on your entire order and the best prices for your required cap/gown unit. If you choose to order a class ring, your cap & gown unit will be free. Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. Link to main Jostens website: Jostens.com > Shop High School > Shorecrest High School, Shoreline > Graduation > Scroll down to small box “browse all grad & cap and gown” > scroll down to “browse all cap and gown” > Scroll down to “individual products” > “cap, gown, tassel, stole unit”.

Please also see the attached grading guidelines for your reference. The end of first semester is approaching. November 6 is the end of the first semester (not quarter, but semester) and these grading guidelines provide you with the information you will need to understand what that means for your student. Grading Guidelines PDF 

Thank you all! Have a wonderful weekend. 

Go Scots!

 

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Activities Update

 

We had a very busy and productive week at Shorecrest! Here’s a little bit about what happened from the activities arena:

• More clubs are up and running! Check out most current list and zoom links on the Clubs section of the ASB website.
• We selected juniors and seniors to serve as Link Leaders (mentors to our freshmen) in Highlander Home this week! Look for activities to connect our freshmen to their SC Link Leaders happening at the end of this month.
• We had picture days for our students!
• We did the Senior Handprint Wall! Look for the panels to be on display in the main lobby of SC facing out so that you can see them.
• We had class meetings for each grade-level with important information from our counseling department, college and career center, principal, and class advisors and officers. If you missed yours, you can find the slides and video recording on the ASB website.
• The Leadership Class and ASB are planning new projects: Food Drive 10/31 with SW, Spirit Week last week of October with SW, Veterans Recognition to be part of HiHo 11/6, Art & Photo Contest, Staff Appreciation, Among Us, Movie Night TBD.
• ASB officer positions have been filled and freshmen senators elected. These students and advisors are here to serve the SC community! Students highlighted in yellow are new to our ASB officer team - congratulations!!!

Johanna Phillips	ASB Coordinator
Gabe Nelson	12/ President
Isaac Smith	12/ Vice President
Eunice Back	11/ Secretary
Bobby Parsek	11/Treasurer
Fal Iyoab	12/ Chief Justice
Ethan Yao	12/ Senior Justice
Riley Shoemaker	11/ Justice
Tess McKee	11/ Justice
Devon Dang	10/ Justice
Natasha Last-Bernal	10/ Justice
Niko Lisondra	9/ Justice
Nuhamin Tesfihuen	9/Justice
Kris Stojetz	12/ Site Council
Connor McCullum	12/ Site Council
Teja Raichur	11/ Site Counci
Aliyan Muhammad	11/ Site Council
Rebecca Swinney	10/ Site Council
Tyler Wunder	10/ Site Council
Preston Holman	9/ Site Council
Vacancy to be filled spring 2021	9/ Site Council
Mareshet Pulliam	12/ School Board Rep
Miles Carrell	12/ ASB Tech Lead
Megan Hicks	11/ ASB Tech
2021 Senators
Advisors:	Nicole Steward, Elizabeth Hinson, & Claire Hinman
Kulmurzaeva, Kamila
Prestia, Liam
Sidler, Ellie
Yuyama, Caetano
2022 Senators
Advisors:	Alicia Arnold & Brady Grieve
George, Lacy
Mamuye, Melat
Miner, Andrew
Rabaa, Laila
2023 Senators
Advisors:	Joe Peterson & Gabe Martinez
Harrick, Eliana
Smith, Luke
Tancreti Bella
Villar, Allysa
2024 Senators
Advisors	Brett Vlahovich & Kathy Elwell
Fraeb Abebe
Spencer Berry
Neela Nevens
Shivraj Raichur

 

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Picture Day FAQ

 

Picture day - order info and what if you missed it?

• There are no make up picture days and we will be unable to print photo ID cards for students who missed picture day. When we return to hybrid or in person instruction we will review our options and determine next steps for students who need a student ID.
• To order photos online: go to www.dorianstudio.com  and type in our school name and picture date(s). Act now to avoid possible late processing fees.

 

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Cap and Gown Info

 

• It is time to place your order for your required cap/gown unit, and all the graduation items you may want to be prepared for the ceremony and celebrate this wonderful accomplishment.  Jostens is our High School’s official graduation supplier. They are setting aside a full week of savings for our Seniors: October 26 Through November 1. During Senior Week there will be free shipping on your entire order and the best prices for your required cap/gown unit. If you choose to order a class ring, your cap & gown unit will be free. Be sure to click the link below for all the information to place your order during this week. 
• More information on slides 6-9 from the October 16 Senior Class Meeting.
• Link to main Jostens website and instructions to order required cap/gown unit: Jostens.com > Shop High School > Shorecrest High School, Shoreline > Graduation > Scroll down to small box “browse all grad & cap/gown” > scroll down to “browse all cap and gown products” > Scroll down to “individual products” > “cap, gown, tassel, stole unit”

 

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Athletics Update

 

• Students who are considering a sport or performance group here at Shorecrest, here’s information about Off-Season Zoom sessions that our head coaches are leading this fall! This is a great way to meet other students with similar interests.  If you would like to be included in these optional “gatherings" then please do the following: 
  • follow this link to our Coaches Directory https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/7711
  • find the coach of the sport you’re considering and send him/her an email from your k12 account, indicating your interest
• The coach will then send you an email with a link and time for the Zoom session.  Coaches can provide information about their program, training suggestions, tips for skill development, and it’s a time for kids to connect outside of the “classroom”.  Again, these are optional and have no bearing on an athlete being selected or not for a particular team. 

 

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Senior Tributes for Yearbook Due Oct 30

 

• We are asking for Senior Tributes early this year due to the class schedules. Don't miss out on celebrating your amazing student with a tribute in the upcoming yearbook. These tributes help celebrate the accomplishments of your student and a way to wish them well on their way to life after high school. These usually sell out! Reserve your space now before it is too late!!

Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2020

Link: https://forms.gle/5zYqA6jWbabA4UtN9

 

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Counselor Corner

 

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

AP Exam Payment Information

 

Students have registered for their exams in the College Board website and the payment window will be open Oct. 19-23, 2020.  A $20 late fee applies after Oct. 23 and a $40 late fee applies after the Nov. 13 College Board order deadline.  Please see the AP Info link in News & Notes on the SC website.  Your student also heard this information in their AP class.  AP classes that start term 3 will register and pay after their class starts.                                                                                   

Pay online here with credit card.  If you cannot log in, contact Ms. Denney for assistance - andy.denney@shorelineschools.org.

Each exam costs $95.  If your student qualifies for free/reduced lunch, the cost is covered by the state so no payment is due.  

Contact wendy.friedman@shorelineschools.org with questions.

 

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SC vs SW Drive In Food Drive 10/31

 

Hello everyone!

Shorecrest and Shorewood are hosting a districtwide food drive that will take place on Oct. 31 from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM in the school district office building parking lot. There will be a different section of the parking lot for the East Side and West Side with people holding signs directing where to drop off food depending on your side.

Everyone is encouraged to wear spirit gear but are also welcome to wear costumes if desired. Masks are required. 

Our target items are: peanut butter, mac cheese, canned meals, oatmeal, and socks (see below).

The donated food will be donated to Hopelink food bank and the socks will be donated to Shoreline's Works Program. Although they are not food, we are also listing socks as a target item because Shorecrest and Shorewood are now participating in Socktober as part of our food drive. We will have a separate drop-off area for sock donations from members of Shorecrest and Shorewood.

We hope to see you at the Drive-in Food Drive!

 

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SC Boosters

 

 

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!

We are excited to invite you to join the booster club! 

The Booster club is made up of parents, alumni, relatives, and friends dedicated to promoting and enhancing the students participating in over 40 clubs, athletics, arts, and academic groups at Shorecrest high school.  Did you know that over 75% of students participate in at least one sport or activity at Shorecrest? Get involved today and make a difference! 

Membership in the  Booster Club is open to all interested in the enhancement of the student activities at Shorecrest.  Membership is $50 for the green level and $100 for the gold level.  This year, all gold level members will receive two SCstrongertogether tee-shirt that you can wear with pride! You can sign up and find all the details at www.scboosters.org

We are happy to announce our biggest fundraiser will be virtual this year. #SCstrongertogether auction will begin with an online auction beginning October 19^th  And the  live program will be held on Friday, October 23 at 7 pm.  Our virtual live event program will be a fun night of raising funds to support our students.  Registration to the event is free and we are offering a Spirt Pride box with fun Shorecrest items you can only get during the event for $50.  We are also looking for donations, sponsorships, and volunteers to help with social media if that is you please drop us a line at president@scboosters.org

Your donation of time, talent, and support makes it possible to provide programs and services that show SCOT pride to our students, parents, alumni, faculty, and fans.

You can find all the information at scboosters.net

Again, Welcome to the new school year at Shorecrest, lets make it a great one!!

GOOOO SCOTS!

Shorecrest 2020 Booster Sponsor and Donation Packet

 

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Holiday Baskets

 

Holiday Baskets PDF

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

As previously shared, this coming week we are holding picture days for our students. Please read through the provided information which includes our safety protocols, our picture day schedule, how to order an ASB card (do in advance of picture day), and how to order school pictures from Dorian.

For families of Seniors, know that these school photos can serve, at no cost, as your student’s senior photo for the yearbook. And, there is nothing you need to “do” to make that happen. If your Senior is sending in a professionally taken photo for the yearbook, please remember the deadline to do so is October 30. Also, Shorecrest tradition allows/encourages Seniors who wish to participate, to take a silly senior photo on school picture day. Note: our silly school picture guidelines are included in the Broadcast. :) Lastly, we hope to have our Seniors create their class Handprint Wall as we do every year while we are hosting Senior Picture Day (Oct 13). This will happen after they have taken their individual picture, will follow the same safety protocols, and will be supervised by staff. 

Onward and upward, Shorecrest!

Take good care,

Lisa Gonzalez

Principal

Activities Update

• We had a “virtual club fair” in Highlander Home today and are encouraging new students to try one club this upcoming week since clubs are such a great way to meet people with similar interests and find connections within school. We are adding additional virtual clubs each week and the SC ASB Club Website is updated every Monday. LINK TO THE VIRTUAL CLUB FAIR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7INeeqaKog&feature=youtu.be 
• Link Crew is starting up again. This is our freshmen welcome and mentoring program that is housed in our Highlander Home. Each Highlander Home has a Junior and a Senior Link Leader. Students who would like to be a link leader in their Highlander Home should email their HiHo teacher this before class Monday.
• We had a group of students make a Staff Appreciation Video this week that was so fun to watch. You can find it on the SCNN website.
• Each grade has a class meeting this week during Homeroom. We are asking students to check in with their HiHo teacher first before attending the Class Meeting. Class meetings will include community service information, principal’s message, and activities by class officers. Additionally, Freshmen will vote for their class senators and seniors will receive information about purchasing their cap & gown, announcements and other grad items. These class meetings will be recorded and available to watch by students who were absent. Info on where that will be posted is TBD. Students will receive login information for their class meeting to their k12 email one day in advance.

Athletics Update:

• Students who are considering a sport or performance group here at Shorecrest, here’s information about Off-Season Zoom sessions that our head coaches are leading this fall! This is a great way to meet other students with similar interests.  If you would like to be included in these optional “gatherings" then please do the following: 
  • follow this link to our Coaches Directory https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/7711
  • find the coach of the sport you’re considering and send him/her an email from your k12 account, indicating your interest
• The coach will then send you an email with a link and time for the Zoom session.  Coaches can provide information about their program, training suggestions, tips for skill development, and it’s a time for kids to connect outside of the “classroom”.  Again, these are optional and have no bearing on an athlete being selected or not for a particular team. 

Shorecrest School Picture Days! Tues 10/13 & Wed 10/14

Hold these dates and timeframes. 

October 13

3 pm to 7 pm (Seniors)

October 14

11 am to 7 pm 

(Juniors 11-1:30, Sophomores 1:30-4, Freshmen 4:30-6:45)

See your assigned picture day TIME below!

The following social distancing and COVID protocols will be in place during picture days to keep everyone safe:

• Students will park in the student lot only (south lot) and remain in their vehicles until cued by a staff member to exit and wait in the photo line;
• Students and staff will keep masks on at all times with the exception of the brief moment that the school picture is taken (wait for the photographer to notify that you can remove your mask);
• Students will follow social distancing guidelines and stand in the picture line 10 ft. apart (this will be marked);
• Students will need to exit the area and leave campus immediately after their photo is taken to allow room in the parking lot as well as to reduce the number of people on site at any given time;
• Only students will be permitted to exit vehicles (all other friends and family members must remain in their cars);
• Hand sanitizer will be available at each photo station;
• Students must verify (attest) that they do not have any of the following symptoms (listed below) and, that they have not been in close contact with anyone confirmed to have COVID; that they have not had a positive COVID test in the past 10 days; and that no health official has advised them that they should be quarantining due to possible COVID exposure in the last 14 days.  These attestations will be completed as students check in to take their school photo and will be date/time stamped for contact tracing purposes.

The list of symptoms includes:

• Fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, or other signs of illness.

If your student has any of the above symptoms, they must remain at home.

ASB Cards: The Dorian photographers will be printing your school ID as you come through for picture day and they will give it to you before you leave. If you pre-purchase your ASB, the ASB sticker will also be placed on your card and you will be set for the rest of the school year. Purchase your ASB card online, BEFORE picture day, using Touchbase https://wa-shoreline.intouchreceipting.com. If you need help with password reset or anything, email Andy Denney: andy.denney@shorelineschools.org 

How to purchase picture packages:

• To order, you must order in advance online through Dorian. To order school pictures go to www.dorianstudio.com  and type in our school name and picture date(s).  

Seniors Only!

• Your Dorian school photo can be used as your Senior Photo for the Yearbook -- a great no cost option!  If you are submitting your Senior Photo taken at home or through a professional photographer, remember to do so by October 30 for the yearbook!  As is Shorecrest tradition, Seniors who are sending in a separate photo for the yearbook can opt to take a more playful picture with the Dorian photographers. By playful we mean…

-- is in good fun

-- is school appropriate

-- does not cover your face (no face paint or other face covering)

-- does not involve live props (such as other humans or animals)

-- does not involve any prop you cannot carry in your own two arms

Note: Use common sense and good judgement. And remember, this is the photo we will use for Academic Awards and other end of year celebrations.

 

Senior Picture Day

Tuesday, October 13

3:00 – 7:00

Alpha Breakdown

Seniors

A                 3:00 – 3:15

B- Cal         3:15 – 3:30

Can – Del    3:30 – 3:45

Dem – Fl     3:45 – 4:00 

Fo – G         4:00 – 4:15 

Ha – Hud    4:15 – 4:30

Hug – Kh    4:30 – 4:45

Ki – Lem     4:45 – 5:00

Photographer 10 minute break – 5:00

Len – M      5:15 – 5:30

N – Ph         5:30 – 5:45

Pi – Sal        5:45 – 6:00 

Sam – Smi  6:00 – 6:15

So – T         6:15 – 6:30

U – Wol      6:30 – 6:45

Wom – Z     6:45 – 7:00

 

Day Two – Picture Day

Wednesday, October 14

Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors

Updated 09/30/2020

 

Juniors

A – Bla        11:00 – 11:15

Ble – Cole   11:15 – 11:30

Coll - F        11:30 – 11:45

G – Hol       11:45 – 12:00

Horst – Lak 12:00 – 12:15

Lam – Mol  12:15 – 12:30

Mon – Pool 12:30 – 12:45

Pr – Sco      12:45 – 1:00

Se – T          1:00 – 1:15

U – Z           1:15 – 1:30

 

Sophomores

A – Cal        1:30 – 1:45

Cam – Diet  1:45 – 2:00

Dim – Hai   2:00 – 2:15

Ham – J       2:15 – 2:30

K – Mars     2:30 – 2:45

Mart – N     2:45 – 3:00

O – Roc       3:00 – 3:15

Rod – S       3:15 – 3:30

T – Wen      3:30 – 3:45

Whi – Z       3:45 – 4:00

 

Photographers break from 4:00 – 4:30 

 

Freshmen

A – Bro       4:30 – 4:45 

Bui – Dar    4:45 – 5:00

Dav – Gon  5:00 – 5:15

Gos – Johnso  5:15 – 5:30

Johnst – Luk   5:30 – 5:45

Lyn – N       5:45 – 6:00

O – Sa         6:00 – 6:15

Sc – Tr        6:15 – 6:30

Tu – Z         6:30 – 6:45

Senior Tributes for Yearbook Due Oct 30

• We are asking for Senior Tributes early this year due to the class schedules. Don't miss out on celebrating your amazing student with a tribute in the upcoming yearbook. These tributes help celebrate the accomplishments of your student and a way to wish them well on their way to life after high school. These usually sell out! Reserve your space now before it is too late!!

Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2020

Link: https://forms.gle/5zYqA6jWbabA4UtN9”

Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

 Counselor Appointment Request

Check out the Virtual Counseling Office! Click around for links to resources, mindfulness, and more: Shorecrest Virtual Counseling Office

UW Forefront in the Schools: Mindfulness for Parents

UW Forefront in the Schools in offering a virtual series for parents called Mindfulness for Parents intended to provide strategies around reducing stress and anxiety for our teens. We recommend this for families that are looking for ways to reduce the accumulated stress many of us, especially our students, are experiencing right now.

Use this link to learn more and register:

https://www.spacebetween.community/program-registration/supporting-well-being-with-mindfulness-a-3-part-virtual-series-for-parents-guardians-caregivers-of-teens-8bfnm

SC Boosters

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!

We are excited to invite you to join the booster club! 

The Booster club is made up of parents, alumni, relatives, and friends dedicated to promoting and enhancing the students participating in over 40 clubs, athletics, arts, and academic groups at Shorecrest high school.  Did you know that over 75% of students participate in at least one sport or activity at Shorecrest? Get involved today and make a difference! 

Membership in the  Booster Club is open to all interested in the enhancement of the student activities at Shorecrest.  Membership is $50 for the green level and $100 for the gold level.  This year, all gold level members will receive two SCstrongertogether tee-shirt that you can wear with pride! You can sign up and find all the details at www.scboosters.org

We are happy to announce our biggest fundraiser will be virtual this year. #SCstrongertogether auction will begin with an online auction beginning October 19^th  And the  live program will be held on Friday, October 23 at 7 pm.  Our virtual live event program will be a fun night of raising funds to support our students.  Registration to the event is free and we are offering a Spirt Pride box with fun Shorecrest items you can only get during the event for $50.  We are also looking for donations, sponsorships, and volunteers to help with social media if that is you please drop us a line at president@scboosters.org

Your donation of time, talent, and support makes it possible to provide programs and services that show SCOT pride to our students, parents, alumni, faculty, and fans.

You can find all the information at scboosters.net

Again, Welcome to the new school year at Shorecrest, lets make it a great one!!

GOOOO SCOTS!

Shorecrest 2020 Booster Sponsor and Donation Packet 

 

Holiday Baskets 

Holiday Baskets PDF 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

Yesterday, we released our pre-recorded Virtual Fall Open House welcome video along with personal messages from each of our teachers. If you have not yet had a chance to view these, they are posted on our Shorecrest Homepage and you can take a look at a time that works for you. Our teachers also posted their videos on their Canvas pages so that, as students transition into and out of their classes this year, each student and family will have a chance to learn more about who their teacher is on the other side of the computer screen.

 

Special thanks to our Shorecrest Boosters and PTSA who shared information about how you can get involved and support their efforts as part of our Open House. Please join these organizations and support the SC community. More information can be found on their respective websites at https://www.shorecrestptsa.org/ and https://scboosters.org/.

 

Our first SCNN of the 2020-2021 school year was released earlier today. If you have not yet done so, take a moment to subscribe to the SCNN (Shorecrest News Network) channel! Click here for a link to our first episode.

 

Activities Update

• More SC Clubs are getting up and running! We are adding additional virtual clubs each week and the SC ASB Club Website is updated every Monday. Next Friday in Highlander Home, we will have a Virtual Club Fair and will be encouraging all SC students to find a club that interests them to join.
• A leadership class team of upperclassmen hosted a special social Zoom afternoon for freshmen this week. We had over 30 freshmen attend. They enjoyed games, Q&A time, and trivia. It was a hit and we hope to bring it back in some form again soon.
• This afternoon (Friday, Oct., 2) was a virtual video game tournament for all interested SC students. We hosted dozens of students to play the Among Us game and appreciate the support of Mr. Walters for supervising it.
• Next week SC leadership students are hosting a “virtual babysitting event” for elementary students. If you have younger children at home or know someone who does, please invite them to join in - there will be games, dance lessons, crafts, etc. from 4:00-5:30 on Thursday, October 8th. Please complete this form to register and get the sign in link: https://tinyurl.com/SCbabysitting 

 

Thank you all! Take care.

Go Scots!

 

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Shorecrest School Picture Days! Coming Soon!

Hold these dates and timeframes:

October 13

3 pm to 7 pm (Seniors)

October 14

11 am to 7 pm

(Juniors 11:00-1:30, Sophomores 1:30-4:00, Freshmen 4:30-6:45)

 

We are offering students the opportunity to take school pictures to allow students to:

• Receive an ID/ASB card  (for many students this is their primary legal ID card);
• Have their picture in the yearbook;
• And, for our Seniors, this school photo can be used as their Senior Photo for the yearbook! 

We will follow all social distance and COVID protocols to keep everyone super safe. Those protocols will be shared with you in advance and we will have school staff present to ensure that they are being followed.

If you are unable to come in, you do not need to be stressed or worried about it! We want you to prioritize being safe and taking care of YOU.  While we will be unable to offer make up picture days, know that we will ensure that all students who wish to access school events later in the school year, if we are able to return to in-person learning, will be provided the opportunity to do so with or without an updated ID/ASB card. No one will be penalized for not being able to attend picture day!

Please consider purchasing your ASB card in advance of Picture Day in order to have that as part of your school ID card. The Dorian photographers will be printing your school ID as you come through for picture day and they will give it to you before you leave. If you pre-purchase your ASB, the ASB sticker will also be placed on your card and you will be set for the rest of the school year.

There is no pressure to buy ASB (especially in this year of Remote Learning) but if you are able, and you do purchase your $40 ASB card, you will be helping to support and fund our various clubs and activities at SC.  If we are able to return to in-person learning and to attend athletic events this school year, students will also receive discounts to attend and reduced fees for dance tickets and yearbooks.

 

How to purchase ASB:

Online, using Touchbase https://wa-shoreline.intouchreceipting.com. If you need help with password reset or anything, email Andy Denney: andy.denney@shorelineschools.org

 

How to purchase picture packages:

To order, you must order in advance on-line through Dorian. Dorian will provide student ID cards at no cost. They rely on families purchase picture packets to be able to offer us this service. To order school pictures go to www.dorianstudio.com and type in our school name and picture date(s).

 

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See your assigned picture day DATE and TIME below:

Day One - Senior Picture Day

Tuesday, October 13

3:00pm - 7:00pm

 

Senior Alpha by Time: 

A	3:00 - 3:15
B - Cal	3:15 - 3:30
Can - Del	3:30 - 3:45
Dem - Fl	3:45 - 4:00
Fo - G	4:00 - 4:15
Ha - Hud	4:15 - 4:30
Hug - Kh	4:30 - 4:45
Ki - Lem	4:45 - 5:00
BREAK	5:00 - 5:15
Len - M	5:15 - 5:30
N - Ph	5:30 - 5:45
Pi - Sal	5:45 - 6:00
Sam - Smi	6:00 - 6:15
So - T	6:15 - 6:30
U - Wol	6:30 - 6:45
Wom - Z	6:45 - 7:00

 

Day Two – Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors Picture Day

Wednesday, October 14

11:00am - 7:00pm

 

Junior Alpha by Time:

A - Bla	11:00 - 11:15
Ble - Cole	11:15 - 11:30
Coll - F	11:30 - 11:45
G - Hol	11:45 - 12:00
Horst - Lak	12:00 - 12:15
Lam - Mol	12:15 - 12:30
Mon - Pool	12:30 - 12:45
Pr - Sco	12:45 - 1:00
Se - T	1:00 - 1:15
U - Z	1:15 - 1:30

 

Sophomore Alpha by Time:

A - Cal	1:30 - 1:45
Cam - Diet	1:45 - 2:00
Dim - Hai	2:00 - 2:15
Ham - J	2:15 - 2:30
K - Mars	2:30 - 2:45
Mart - N	2:45 - 3:00
O - Roc	3:00 - 3:15
Rod - S	3:15 - 3:30
T - Wen	3:30 - 3:45
Whi - Z	3:45 - 4:00

 

Photographer break from 4:00 – 4:30 

 

Freshmen Alpha by Time:

A - Bro	4:30 - 4:45
Bui - Dar	4:45 - 5:00
Dav - Gon	5:00 - 5:15
Gos - Johnso	5:15 - 5:30
Johnst - Luk	5:30 - 5:45
Lyn - N	5:45 - 6:00
O - Sa	6:00 - 6:15
Sc - Tr	6:15 - 6:30
Tu - Z	6:30 - 6:45

 

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Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments! Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support. Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email. Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

Counselor Appointment Request

Check out the Virtual Counseling Office! Click around for links to resources, mindfulness, and more: Shorecrest Virtual Counseling Office

 

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Athletics Off-Season Zoom Sessions

To all athletes who are considering a sport or performance group here at Shorecrest when those resume, here’s information about Off-Season Zoom sessions that our head coaches will be leading this fall. 

If you would like to be included in these optional “gatherings" then please do the following: 

• follow this link to our Coaches Directory https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/7711
• find the coach of the sport you’re considering and send him/her an email from your k12 account, indicating your interest

In the next week or so the coach will send you an email with a link and time for the Zoom session. Coaches can provide information about their program, training suggestions, tips for skill development, and it’s a time for kids to connect outside of the “classroom”. Again, these are optional and have no bearing on an athlete being selected or not for a particular team. 

Thanks! 

Alan Bruns

Athletic Director

 

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UW Forefront in the Schools: Mindfulness for Parents

UW Forefront in the Schools in offering a virtual series for parents called Mindfulness for Parents intended to provide strategies around reducing stress and anxiety for our teens. We recommend this for families that are looking for ways to reduce the accumulated stress many of us, especially our students, are experiencing right now.

Use this link to learn more and register:

https://www.spacebetween.community/program-registration/supporting-well-being-with-mindfulness-a-3-part-virtual-series-for-parents-guardians-caregivers-of-teens-8bfnm

 

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SC Boosters

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!

We are excited to invite you to join the booster club! 

The Booster club is made up of parents, alumni, relatives, and friends dedicated to promoting and enhancing the students participating in over 40 clubs, athletics, arts, and academic groups at Shorecrest high school.  Did you know that over 75% of students participate in at least one sport or activity at Shorecrest? Get involved today and make a difference! 

Membership in the  Booster Club is open to all interested in the enhancement of the student activities at Shorecrest.  Membership is $50 for the green level and $100 for the gold level.  This year, all gold level members will receive two SCstrongertogether tee-shirt that you can wear with pride! You can sign up and find all the details at www.scboosters.org

We are happy to announce our biggest fundraiser will be virtual this year. #SCstrongertogether auction will begin with an online auction beginning October 19^th  And the  live program will be held on Friday, October 23 at 7 pm.  Our virtual live event program will be a fun night of raising funds to support our students.  Registration to the event is free and we are offering a Spirt Pride box with fun Shorecrest items you can only get during the event for $50.  We are also looking for donations, sponsorships, and volunteers to help with social media if that is you please drop us a line at president@scboosters.org

Your donation of time, talent, and support makes it possible to provide programs and services that show SCOT pride to our students, parents, alumni, faculty, and fans.

The Boosters help raise money to support all student activities, primarily through fund-raising events such as concessions sales at sporting events and the sale of Shorecrest logo merchandise.  For those of you who have been patiently waiting, our twice-yearly online pop-up shop will be open the week of September 21-October 9!  This is the time to buy some unique fun gear like SC masks, joggers, and the highly requested Shorecrest pajama pants.  We will also have items for sale all year long at our Booster online store so check back often as we will offer new items. visit SCboosters.org for more details.

You can find all the information at scboosters.net

Again, Welcome to the new school year at Shorecrest, lets make it a great one!!

GOOOO SCOTS!

Shorecrest 2020 Booster Sponsor and Donation Packet

 

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Free, all-ages Seattle JazzED Anti-Racist Study Group. Starts this week!

Why we're offering this free program to young people and adults in our community: Seattle JazzED was founded to teach jazz, a Black American art form born out of Black resistance to systemic oppression and exclusion. Jazz calls us to not only speak up when injustice is committed, but to actively work on behalf of a better tomorrow.

Anti-Racist Study Group, all-ages, free
See you on Zoom!

If you want to deepen your understanding of racism in America and how it developed over time; if you’re pretty sure your high-school history class only presented one side of the story; if you want to be a more informed community member, parent, friend, ally - then the JazzED Anti-racist Study Group might be for you.

If you fully participate in the Anti-racist Study Group, you’ll come away with:

• a much deeper understanding of how racist ideas and practices developed over time in American history
• tools to examine your own thinking and behaviors
• action items to be a better anti-racist ally in your community

You don't have to finish the book beforehand. We'll read as we go. JazzED teaching artists and student leaders will be your guides: Ben Hunter, Chris Mena, Jahnvi Madan and Alexis Kim. 

Adults will read Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America by Ibram X. Kendi, and teens (12-17) will read the “remixed” version of this book, Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X Kendi, which was created specifically for young people. 

RSVP for you, your child or the whole family HERE

 

 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

 

We are hosting our first ever Virtual Open House this coming Thursday, October 1 at 7 pm. This will be a pre-recorded event with an Introduction and Welcome by our Shorecrest administrative team, our ASB student leaders, our counselors, our PTSA, and our Booster Presidents. In addition, every Shorecrest Teacher is creating a video to introduce themselves, their course, and to provide you with helpful tips on how to navigate their Canvas page as well as support your student at home with Remote Learning. When our Virtual Open House goes live on Thursday, you will receive an email notification and a robo call to cue you to join in. 

 

Virtual Open House will include:

7:00 pm
Welcome and Introductions

7:30 pm
Meet your student’s teachers

• 1st Period
• Highlander Home
• 2nd Period
• 3rd Period

 

Everything will be uploaded and available on our Shorecrest Homepage for easy access. And, if you are unable to participate on Thursday night, you will be able to go back to the SC Homepage to see it at a time that is more convenient for you. 

Just think, you don’t have to climb any stairs or even put on shoes! You could be comfortably at home on a Thursday night participating in Open House. And, oh what fun it will be! Guaranteed.

 

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IEP Family Forums

If you have a student at Shorecrest who has an IEP and would like to join us in a conversation, we are hosting two different opportunities for you to meet with Ms. Gonzalez (Principal) and Ms. Worrell (Assistant Principal who oversees our Special Education services) on Thursday, October 1. We are hosting a Family Forum at 8:30 am on Thursday as well as at 5:30 pm on Thursday. Our hope is to provide you with information about our 3 by 3 schedule, our supports for students, and to answer any questions or address concerns that you may have. Please join us by using this Zoom Link for both sessions: IEP Family Forum Zoom Link

 

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School Picture Days! Coming Soon!

Hold these dates and timeframes:

• October 13, 3 pm to 7 pm
• October 14, 11 am to 7 pm

We have received the go ahead to offer school pictures for our students. This will allow our students to:

• Receive an ID/ASB card  (for many students this is their primary legal ID card);
• Have their picture in the yearbook;
• And, for our Seniors, this school photo can be used as their Senior Photo for the yearbook! 

We will follow all social distance and COVID protocols to keep everyone super safe. Those protocols will be shared with you in advance and we will have school staff present to ensure that they are being followed.

If you are unable to come in, you do not need to be stressed or worried about it! We want you to prioritize being safe and taking care of YOU. While we will be unable to offer make up picture days, know that we will ensure that all students who wish to access school events later in the school year, if we are able to return to in-person learning, will be provided the opportunity to do so with or without an updated ID/ASB card. No one will be penalized for not being able to attend picture day!

Each grade level will have an assigned day and time to come on campus to have their photo taken. Stay tuned as we will send that out in next week’s Friday Broadcast.

Please consider purchasing your ASB card in advance of Picture Day in order to have that as part of your school ID card. The Dorian photographers will be printing your school ID as you come through for picture day and they will give it to you before you leave. If you pre-purchase your ASB, the ASB sticker will also be placed on your card and you will be set for the rest of the school year.

There is no pressure to buy ASB (especially in this year of Remote Learning) but if you are able, and you do purchase your $40 ASB card, you will be helping to support and fund our various clubs and activities at SC. If we are able to return to in-person learning and to attend athletic events this school year, students will also receive discounts to attend and reduced fees for dance tickets and yearbooks.

How to purchase ASB:

Online, using Touchbase: https://wa-shoreline.intouchreceipting.com

If you need help with password reset or anything, email Andy Denney: andy.denney@shorelineschools.org 

How to purchase picture packages:

To order, you must order in advance on-line through Dorian.  Dorian will provide student ID cards at no cost. They rely on families purchase picture packets to be able to offer us this service. To order school pictures go to www.dorianstudio.com  and type in our school name and picture date(s).

 

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Activities Update:

• Check out our Shorecrest Clubs page on the ASB website for details: https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/2797 
• Freshmen class fun Zoom social and games: Sept. 30 2:00-3:00 pm https://zoom.us/my/johanna.phillips
  • All freshmen are welcome! Event will be run by upperclassmen in Leadership Class who are eager to welcome our freshmen to SC and make connections with them.

 

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SCNN

Remember to subscribe to the Shorecrest News Network (SCNN) to stay connected with our school-wide videos and virtual assemblies. SCNN: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX1x1-90u-vLcPillTmnd7Q

 

Go Scots!

 

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Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments! Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support. Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email. Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. Counselor Appointment Request

Check out the Virtual Counseling Office! Click around for links to resources, mindfulness, and more: Shorecrest Virtual Counseling Office

 

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Athletics Off-Season Zoom Sessions

To all athletes who are considering a sport or performance group here at Shorecrest when those resume, here’s information about Off-Season Zoom sessions that our head coaches will be leading this fall. 

If you would like to be included in these optional “gatherings" then please do the following: 

• Follow this link to our Coaches Directory: https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/7711
• Find the coach of the sport you’re considering and send him/her an email from your k12 account, indicating your interest.

In the next week or so the coach will send you an email with a link and time for the Zoom session. Coaches can provide information about their program, training suggestions, tips for skill development, and it’s a time for kids to connect outside of the “classroom”. Again, these are optional and have no bearing on an athlete being selected or not for a particular team. 

 

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UW Forefront in the Schools: Mindfulness for Parents

UW Forefront in the Schools in offering a virtual series for parents called Mindfulness for Parents intended to provide strategies around reducing stress and anxiety for our teens. We recommend this for families that are looking for ways to reduce the accumulated stress many of us, especially our students, are experiencing right now.

Click this link to learn more and register.

 

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SC Boosters

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!

We are excited to invite you to join the Booster Club!

The Booster Club is made up of parents, alumni, relatives, and friends dedicated to promoting and enhancing the students participating in over 40 clubs, athletics, arts, and academic groups at Shorecrest high school. Did you know that over 75% of students participate in at least one sport or activity at Shorecrest? Get involved today and make a difference! 

 

Membership in the Booster Club is open to all interested in the enhancement of the student activities at Shorecrest.  Membership is $50 for the green level and $100 for the gold level. This year, all gold level members will receive two "SCstrongertogether" T-shirts that you can wear with pride! You can sign up and find all the details at www.scboosters.org.

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We are happy to announce our biggest fundraiser will be virtual this year. The #SCstrongertogether Auction will begin online Monday, October 19, and the live program will be held Friday, October 23 at 7:00pm. Our virtual live event program will be a fun night of raising funds to support our students. Registration to the event is free and we are offering a Spirit Pride box with fun Shorecrest items you can only get during the event for $50. We are also looking for donations, sponsorships, and volunteers to help with social media. If that is you, please drop us a line at president@scboosters.org.

 

Your donation of time, talent, and support makes it possible to provide programs and services that show SCOT pride to our students, parents, alumni, faculty, and fans.

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The SC Boosters help raise money to support all student activities, primarily through fund-raising events such as sporting event concessions sales and Shorecrest logo merchandise sales. For those of you who have been patiently waiting, our twice-yearly online pop-up shop will be open from Sept 21 - Oct 9! This is the time to buy some unique fun gear like SC masks, joggers, and the highly requested Shorecrest pajama pants. We will also have items for sale all year long at our Booster online store, so check back often as we will offer new items. Visit SCboosters.org for more details.

 

You can find all the information at scboosters.net

Again, Welcome to the new school year at Shorecrest, lets make it a great one!!

GOOOO SCOTS!

Shorecrest 2020 Booster Sponsor and Donation Packet 

 

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Class of 2021 

Click here for the Facebook Group for families of students in the Class of 2021.

 

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

As we wrap up our first full five day week of the school year, we are happy to share that our student attendance and engagement rates remain high. This week, 93% of our students had perfect attendance!  

The halfway point of this first term of the school year is October 5. We will send a robo call and message at the halfway point as a reminder to check in with your student on Canvas regarding grades and progress in classes. In our new 3 by 3 schedule, the end of the first semester is November 6. It is important that all understand this will be the first date by which students will be earning their first set of final semester grades and credits.

Several of you have reached out to me inquiring about how we can do more to encourage students to turn on their video on Zoom so that students can see one another. Please know that teachers are gently encouraging students to do this and that, slowly, over time, we hope that more students will get into the habit, and feel comfortable, doing so. It is awkward for some of our students to share the intimacy of their home environment with others via Zoom and it is important that we build trusting relationships. I encourage you to talk with your student(s) at home about what they are experiencing and how they feel about having their video on. This is, in many ways, an interesting social experiment that we should be talking about, reflecting on, and learning from. 

More in SC news below! We are bringing student activities back each week and looking for new ways to connect as a community. Thank you all for your on-going support and participation in remote learning. 

Activities Update:

• Virtual Clubs are up and running and more are starting each week! Check out the Clubs page on the ASB website for details: https://www.shorelineschools.org/Page/2797 
• Students in Leadership Class have begun working on projects to foster an inclusive and positive school climate. Stay tuned as we plan and execute: a Virtual Food Drive, Targeted Freshmen Support/Fun, an “Among Us” Virtual Game Night, a Movie Night, Staff Appreciation, and Virtual Babysitting
• Student Council starts Sept. 24. Representatives were selected in Highlander Home today and we will conduct student business monthly
• We are building our student leadership team! There is a required info meeting for open ASB positions at lunch Sept. 22 (12:55-1:20) for students interested in Freshman Senator, Freshman Justice, Freshman and Junior Site Council, Junior ASB Tech Coordinator, and Senior School Board Rep. Zoom login: Description: https://zoom.us/my/johanna.phillips

Open House

Please hold the date Thursday, October 1 and the time frame of 7:00-8:30 pm for our first ever Shorecrest Virtual Open House. 

SCNN

Remember to subscribe to the Shorecrest News Network (SCNN) to stay connected with our school-wide videos and virtual assemblies. SCNN: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX1x1-90u-vLcPillTmnd7Q

Go Scots!

Counselor Corner

Counselors are available for appointments!  Counselors are available to discuss academic achievement, college preparation, post secondary options, and social/emotional support.  Students, please fill out this google form to request an appointment and a zoom link with your appointment time will be emailed to your k12 email.  Parents/Guardians can call the Counseling Office at (206) 393-4296 to schedule an appointment. 

 Counselor Appointment Request

Check out the Virtual Counseling Office! Click around for links to resources, mindfulness, and more: Shorecrest Virtual Counseling Office

UW Forefront in the Schools: Mindfulness for Parents

UW Forefront in the Schools in offering a virtual series for parents called Mindfulness for Parents intended to provide strategies around reducing stress and anxiety for our teens. We recommend this for families that are looking for ways to reduce the accumulated stress many of us, especially our students, are experiencing right now.

Use this link to learn more and register:

https://www.spacebetween.community/program-registration/supporting-well-being-with-mindfulness-a-3-part-virtual-series-for-parents-guardians-caregivers-of-teens-8bfnm

SC Boosters

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!

We are excited to invite you to join the booster club! 

The Booster club is made up of parents, alumni, relatives, and friends dedicated to promoting and enhancing the students participating in over 40 clubs, athletics, arts, and academic groups at Shorecrest high school.  Did you know that over 75% of students participate in at least one sport or activity at Shorecrest? Get involved today and make a difference! 

Membership in the  Booster Club is open to all interested in the enhancement of the student activities at Shorecrest.  Membership is $50 for the green level and $100 for the gold level.  This year, all gold level members will receive two SCstrongertogether tee-shirt that you can wear with pride! You can sign up and find all the details at www.scboosters.org

We are happy to announce our biggest fundraiser will be virtual this year. #SCstrongertogether auction will begin with an online auction beginning October 19^th  And the  live program will be held on Friday, October 23 at 7 pm.  Our virtual live event program will be a fun night of raising funds to support our students.  Registration to the event is free and we are offering a Spirt Pride box with fun Shorecrest items you can only get during the event for $50.  We are also looking for donations, sponsorships, and volunteers to help with social media if that is you please drop us a line at president@scboosters.org

Your donation of time, talent, and support makes it possible to provide programs and services that show SCOT pride to our students, parents, alumni, faculty, and fans.

The Boosters help raise money to support all student activities, primarily through fund-raising events such as concessions sales at sporting events and the sale of Shorecrest logo merchandise.  For those of you who have been patiently waiting, our twice-yearly online pop-up shop will be open the week of September 21-October 9!  This is the time to buy some unique fun gear like SC masks, joggers, and the highly requested Shorecrest pajama pants.  We will also have items for sale all year long at our Booster online store so check back often as we will offer new items. visit SCboosters.org for more details.

You can find all the information at scboosters.net

Again, Welcome to the new school year at Shorecrest, lets make it a great one!!

GOOOO SCOTS!

Shorecrest 2020 Booster Sponsor and Donation Packet 

Freshmen ASB Justice & Class Senator Interest Meeting Sep 22

College & Career Center

In this Broadcast:

• Community Service Spotlight of the Week
• New! College Application Directions on Canvas and via Apps Café
• Changes to Community Service
• Schedule for College Rep and Military branch Virtual Visits
• Money talks! Free FAFSA and WASFA Info Nights
• Scholarships for Seniors

Community Service Spotlights of the Week:

Special Olympics Washington Virtual Volunteer Activities: SOW is running virtual fall games and they would love your support. Become a virtual “fan in the stands” or write a cheer card, or help with football team pass, basketball free-throw shooting, volleyball bump-set-spike or cycling competitions – all virtually! Learn more at http://specialolympicswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/Virtual-Fall-Games-Volunteers-Updated.pdf or email arider@sowa.org

North Helpline: Food Bank distribution helpers are needed Thursdays, 3:30-7 p.m., and/or Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at 12736 33rd Ave. N.E., in Seattle’s Lake City neighborhood, just south of Fred Meyer. Volunteer in a socially-distance setting to pack customized food boxes. Details/questions: volunteer coordinator Lara-Ashley, 206.367.3477 or volunteers@northhelpline.org Applications found at: http://www.northhelpline.org/get-involved/donate-time-application/    

New for Seniors: Shorecrest’s College, Career and Counseling team has added a full slate of helpful college application directions and tips for you – and it’s all as close as your Canvas account. Highlight the “star” icon next to the Class of 2021 course option so you can tap into directions for logging into Naviance, requesting letters of recommendation and transcripts, how to write a personal statement and much more. Hot-off-the-press information about financial aid is being added weekly. If you still have questions, then go to…

…College Apps Café: If college applications are giving you a headache or if you’re just stumped by a simple question for your counselor, this is for you! If you can’t find the answer you need after reading Canvas 2021 College modules, College Apps Café is designed for you. Pop in on Thursdays and Fridays during lunch. Your Zoom invitation link is in an email from Ms. Monson. Still a bit confused? Email Suzanne.Monson@shorelineschools.org to get the link.

Changes to Shorecrest Community Service: Shoreline School Board has waived the community service requirement for seniors in the Class of 2021. That means volunteer hours are no longer required to graduate. HOWEVER, most four-year colleges continue to place a strong emphasis on volunteerism and many merit scholarships are connected to community service. That is why Shorecrest will continue to accept community service forms and will continue to tally your volunteer hours. Additionally, Shorecrest will certify Service of Merit (40 hours) and Service of Distinction (80 hours+) awards for seniors in the Class of 2021 who have or will reach volunteer milestones.

If you have old or spring/summer 2020 hours to submit, please email them to sc.communityservice@k12.shorelineschools.org

For students in the classes of 2022, 2023 and 2024, community service requirements remain the same for now. However, Shoreline Schools recognizes that volunteer opportunities are limited during the COVID 19 pandemic – and continues to prioritize student health and safety. That is why Shoreline Schools is exploring options to balance the value and importance of volunteerism and safety. We appreciate your patience. Your old forms (and the new ones to be shared next week) may also be emailed to sc.communityservice@k12.shorelineschools.org

Upcoming College and Military Representative Visits

(see entire schedule and Zoom links at Schedule for Virtual Visits )

• Sept. 21/Monday: University of Hawaii/Manoa, 3 p.m.
• Sept. 22/Tuesday: George Washington University, 3 p.m.
• Sept. 22/Tuesday: University of Washington Seattle, 5:30 p.m. Part of Shorecrest & Shorewood’s “Cooking with a College” evening

Please click the link below to join this UW webinar:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/94472789857?pwd=QkN4NXBneC9PekJtd1RvalZZb3N3UT09 Passcode: Huskies

• Sept. 23/Wednesday: Reed College, 11 a.m.
• Sept. 23/Wednesday: Pepperdine University, 11:30 a.m.
• Sept. 23/Wednesday: U.S. Air Force ROTC, noon.
• Sept. 25/Friday: Latino College Expo: 1-4 p.m., at https://www.thecollegeexpo.org/events/latino-college-expo-virtual
• Sept. 26/Saturday: U.S. Air Force ROTC, 10-11:30 a.m. Check Canvas or email Ms. Monson for the link.

Coming soon:

• Sept. 28/Monday: University of Southern California, 6 p.m. https://applyto.usc.edu/register/?id=00c40950-37cd-41a3-807a-3a3579c98cb4

• Oct. 2/Friday: STEAM College Expo: Noon-4 p.m., at https://www.thecollegeexpo.org/events/steam-2 Learn about college opportunities in coding, programming, gaming, 3-D printing, aviation, art and animation.
• Oct. 6: EduCanada Virtual Fair for students and parents/guardians. Time TBD.
• Oct. 12/Monday: National College Fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Register at www.virtualcollegefairs.org
• Oct. 18/Sunday: National College Fair, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Register at www.virtualcollegefairs.org
• Oct. 23/Friday: Black College Expo for Seattle and the Northwest, 1-4 p.m., Oct. 23 at https://www.thecollegeexpo.org/events/black-college-expo-seattle. Learn how you can get accepted to colleges on the spot; get your application fees waived; win scholarships; learn more about HBCUs.
• Nov. 8/Sunday: National College Fair, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Register at www.virtualcollegefairs.org

Details coming soon:

• Oct. 5-8: Oregon College Week
• Oct. 19-22: Washington College Week
• Oct. 26-29: Alaska and Idaho College Week

FAFSA and WASFA Open Oct. 1 and Shorecrest is here to help Seniors. What you can do:

• Check out the new Canvas Class of 2021 on Financial Aid.
• Start an FSA ID for both student and one parent at https://fsaid.ed.gov
• Join the English or Spanish pre-FAFSA/WASFA Help Night webinar hosted by College Success Foundation (see below)
• Watch for details about Shorecrest’s Oct. 6 Financial Aid Info Night.

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

 

We are coming to the end of week two of the school year and we are feeling pretty exhausted. Teachers are learning how to pace course content and students are learning how to pace themselves too. This is not a sprint. It is a marathon. We all need to give ourselves permission to slow down and settle into a sustainable pace. This weekend, encourage your student to take a break from screen time, to catch their breath, and to rest. Remember, persistence not perfection is our focus right now. 

 

Parents and Guardians, your students are working hard. So, rather than adding more to their plates, I am assigning YOU a bit of homework this weekend. Family Canvas Support PDF 

• Check your student’s progress on Canvas and see what they are doing and how they are doing
• Be 100% positive and encouraging

 

Attendance Reminder: If your student is absent from a Zoom class they must complete the Daily Attendance Check In Form (link is provided on each teacher’s Canvas page). For questions about attendance, please contact our Attendance Office at sc.attendance@shorelineschools.org or by calling (206)393-4294. 

 

Materials/Supplies Distribution: Over two nights this past week we distributed text books, art supplies, lab and spiral notebooks, planners, music instruments, and literary texts to all Shorecrest students. It took a tremendous team effort to coordinate, bar code, and issue all these materials in a manner that would allow for quick and easy pick up for our families. If you were unable to come this week, we are hosting a Materials/Supplies Make-Up Distribution on Wednesday, September 16 from 11 am to 1 pm in the North Lot of campus behind the theater. This is a drive through event only. Please remain in your vehicles, wear a mask, and bring a slip of paper with your student’s first and last name. A staff member will pick up the slip and return with the needed course supplies. Our staff will be wearing masks, maintaining social distancing, and following safety protocols and health guidelines. 

 

Open House: Please hold the date Thursday, October 1 and the time frame of 7:00-8:30 pm for our first ever Shorecrest Virtual Open House. We are planning to coordinate an opening session followed by brief visits to all of your student’s classes so you can meet their teachers and get a feel for what Virtual High School is like. We will send more information in next week’s Friday Broadcast.

 

Remember to subscribe to the Shorecrest News Network (SCNN) to stay connected with our school-wide videos and virtual assemblies. SCNN Network: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX1x1-90u-vLcPillTmnd7Q

 

Go Scots!

9/4/20

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

 

Thank you. Together, we have launched the 2020-2021 school year. It has truly been an “all hands on deck” effort. We are grateful for each of you. Your support, good humor, and patience have not gone unnoticed. Everyone is learning and adjusting. Teachers are happy, so happy, to be working with students again. Students are showing up, participating, and doing their part, about 96% of our students were present for the first three days of class.

 

We are one tough, flexible, adaptable, and resilient community. Continue to take one step, one day, at a time. We will settle into this new routine. Persistence, not perfection, is the goal.

 

Schedule Changes: We are only allowing schedule changes for Seniors who have graduation requirements to fulfill or students with service needs (IEP, 504, or ELL) or students who were not placed in the correct level (i.e. placed in Alg 2 when they should be in Alg 1). Typically, we do much more to accommodate student preferences so this is particularly challenging for everyone -- including our counselors who want to meet student needs. We simply cannot make schedule changes. Our schedule is delicately balanced with cohort groupings to meet social distancing guidelines so we are able to pivot into Hybrid instruction. It is the most complex, layered schedule we have ever built. 

  

Shorecrest Attendance Policy, 2021-2022: For information on our attendance policy while in Remote Learning, please refer to the Attendance page. Watch this short video for an overview of our attendance policy: https://youtu.be/iC0tv2cMPIk

 

Shorecrest Grading Guidelines and Timelines, 2021-2022 School Year: Please see this PDF document which contains an overview of our grading terms and grading guidelines. The biggest change to note is the change to when grades are final and placed on transcripts. With the 3 by 3 schedule, students are earning credit (in 0.5 credit increments as before) but, with more frequency. Each time a student completes 0.5 credit, the grade received will be entered as a final, transcripted grade. This will happen four times a year in the 3 by 3. In our traditional 6 period schedule, grades were transcripted and final only two times a year -- at the end of Semester 1 and the end of Semester 2. In the 3 by 3, grades will be finalized and transcripted four times a year. You may also watch this video which was shared with students this week: https://youtu.be/SN7ns1z_UrQ

 

Staying Connected to Shorecrest’s Student Culture: Our ASB Student Leaders have adopted the following goal for the 2020-2021 school year: “We will develop our inclusive, vibrant school culture by reaching out, supporting, and connecting the members in our community through creative and virtual means.” Our students are putting this into action by creating various videos and virtual assemblies. They shared various start of year videos this week to welcome everyone back. Our student clubs will be launching (Virtual Clubs) in the coming weeks. Student Council will begin shortly as will Highlander Home. And, we will still hold regular Class Meetings for each class throughout the year. While all is happening virtually, these are rituals and routines that help us all stay grounded and connected.

At home, we highly encourage you to subscribe to the Shorecrest News Network (SCNN) to stay connected with our school-wide videos and virtual assemblies. Click here to link to SCNN Network on YouTube.

 

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Shorecrest PTSA - Join us for our first meeting over Zoom!

 

Welcome to the 2020-21 school year! We recognize that this school year brings new challenges and opportunities, and believe that these will be faced best together. Please join us for our first meeting of the year next week, Tuesday September 8 at 7pm. It will be held over Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99245538945

 

Shorecrest PTSA strives to connect parents, teachers, and students in our school community. This year, maybe more than ever, we need your voice to enhance our ability to serve all children and families. You can become a member at Shorecrestptsa.org, and learn about the programs we support. If your family is new to Shorecrest, welcome! We look forward to getting to know you, answering your questions, and hearing your ideas.

August 28, 2020

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

 

Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year! This is a very different sort of kick off, that is for sure, but our school spirit and our sense of community is alive and well. 

 

All of us are looking forward to coming together virtually on September 2 and connecting with old friends, meeting new people, and learning in engaging and innovative ways. Our teachers are especially excited to see and work with students again. They very much missed the regular connection with classes last spring! We know that having some routine and consistency will be helpful for each and every one of us. For Students: Print out and post the daily bell schedule, start creating a workspace for yourself at home, and get excited for a later start time of 8:50 am while we are in Remote Learning. 😉

 

Despite all the changes we are facing this school year, many things remain the same starting with our commitment to supporting each student’s intellectual and social growth.  Our Shorecrest traditions will continue -- from having Highlander Home families to hosting virtual school assemblies -- and Fridays are still SC spirit wear days. We are working on developing virtual student clubs and activities, and look forward to sharing more with you about how to get involved. Stay strong, Shorecrest. We got this!

 

Go Scots!

Lisa Gonzalez, Principal

 

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Parents and Guardians...

You Have a Remote Homework Assignment! Please update your information on Family Access (click here)! Once you log in, it will guide you through. Make sure we have your correct email address to receive school communication, the correct family phone number for phone notifications, and your updated mailing address to receive school/district mail.If you need assistance logging into Family Access, please contact our Registrar, Tina Marier, at (206) 393-4293, or send an email to tina.marier@shorelineschools.org

 

Getting Started: If you find yourself in LINK OVERDRIVE (too many links, too little time), save yourself the headache and just bookmark the Shorecrest Homepage (click here). As the school year begins, that is where you will find everything you need.

 

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Shorecrest 2020-2021 School Year Start Up Information

Freshmen & New Enrollees Chromebook Distribution is on September 1. All incoming 9th graders and new enrollees will be issued a Chromebook. Please use this link to find the forms you need to complete in order to pick up your Chromebook:  https://www.shorelineschools.org/chromebooks

 

Current/Returning Students do not need to complete Chromebook forms or go through a check out process this fall as you should already be in possession of your school-issued Chromebook.

 

Technical Support: For Chromebook technical support please complete an online tech support form (click here). Returning students, this is the time to be sure your Chromebook is ready for our first day of school on September 2.

 

Student Schedules: 2020-2021 class schedules will be available to view on Family Access or Canvas on Monday, August 31. To access schedules, go to the  Shorecrest Homepage (click here). Here you will find the links to access schedules under the Students Tab at the top of the home page on the SC website. If you have trouble logging in, please contact our registrar, Tina Marier, at (206) 393-4293, or send an email to tina.marier@shorelineschools.org.

 

First Day of School: The first day of school is Wednesday, September 2. The first class begins at 8:50 am. The last Zoom class ends at 3:00 pm and students have 3:00-3:30 to work independently on asynchronous activities and access help from teachers. We will be sending out on September 1 (day before the first day of school) an email with information with specific instructions on How to Log On to Your First Zoom class of the 2020-2021 school year. This will be sent to K12 student email accounts and to family email accounts. Please be sure to have updated your email addresses and phone numbers in Family Access!

 

School Supplies and Course Materials: We will be distributing texts and other course supplies/materials the week of September 8-11. Please stay tuned for more information on pick up days and times. Your teachers will let you know the supplies/materials you will need at home in the first days of the school year. We recommend that you have: colored pens, highlighters, pencils, erasers, spiral notebooks for note taking, and a paper planner at the ready for day one! (We have a limited supply of Shorecrest planners for sale - $6 each. They can be purchased through the district Online payment system, Touchbase. And they would be available for pick up with the textbooks and course materials on September 8-11.) If you have materials from the 2019-2020 school year to return, we will incorporate drop off into our distribution days for this school year. For now, hold tight, and wait for additional information.

 

Free‌ ‌and‌ ‌Reduced‌ ‌Price‌ ‌Meals,‌ ‌Scholarships‌ ‌and‌ ‌Financial‌ ‌Assistance‌: Students may apply for free and reduced price meals and because of COVID-19, children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school will get extra food benefits outside of school. P-EBT is a new and temporary food benefit to help families buy groceries when schools are closed. New‌ ‌applications for Free‌ ‌and‌ ‌Reduced‌ ‌Price‌ ‌Meals ‌must‌ ‌be‌ ‌completed‌ ‌at‌ ‌the‌ ‌beginning‌ ‌of‌ ‌EACH‌ ‌school‌ ‌year.‌ ‌Applications‌ ‌will‌ ‌be‌ ‌mailed‌ ‌to‌ ‌all‌ ‌families‌. You may also apply on-line at Shoreline Meals Application. High School students who qualify for free or reduced lunch will have access to a variety of other fee waivers or fee reductions for PSAT, SAT, and AP testing. Please apply to receive these additional benefits even if you do not plan on picking up meals or eating at school.

 

Weekly Meal Boxes: During the remote learning period, we will offer weekly meal boxes through an electronic pre-order system. To pre-order meals, please complete this form on the district website: Pre-Order Meals Form

 

‌Financial need will not be a barrier to any program or activity at Shorecrest. If your student/family is in need of financial assistance to help reduce or eliminate the cost of any class, field trip, athletic, or activity related fees, please complete the following secure Google form Family Needs Survey. You will be contacted by a SC staff member either by phone or email to confirm financial assistance. This information will remain private and confidential.

 

Athletics Updates: Fall sports have been postponed. The most current information regarding athletic programs under the Washington State Safe Re-Opening Plan and Department of Health Guidance is being posted on our district website at Athletics Information

 

Voluntary Student Accident Insurance: Please click here to see the explanatory letter and link’s Shoreline School District’s affordable Voluntary Student Accident Insurance for 2020-2021 offered by Myers-Stevens & Toohey. This parent letter and the insurance options will also be up on the district main website and your school website (by Curtis) under the “Community” tab in the next few weeks.

 

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Shorecrest Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM on School Days

 

• Main Office: (206) 393-4286

• Counseling Office: (206) 393-4296 

• ASB Office: (206) 393-4291

 

All school business will be conducted online, by phone, or by zoom appointment. ‌Any in-person meetings will need to be scheduled ahead of time and follow Department of Health guidelines. Drop-in appointments are not possible at this time as our building remains closed to the public. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

 

Need to Talk with a School Counselor? Please go to the SC Counseling Page to schedule an appointment with your student’s counselor.

 

Schedules, Electives, and Updated Class Offerings

P.E. Courses -- We are offering three P.E. courses this school year including Strength and Conditioning, Walking and Yoga, and Individual Sports. Due to health/safety guidelines we are unable to offer Senior Lifetime Sports, Team Sports, or Volleyball. 

Zero Period Courses -- We are postponing any Zero Period courses until Term 2.

English 9, 10, IPS, and Chemistry -- Honors and Standards sections are combined for all of these courses. If you see an Honors course in your schedule that you did not request, know that you are in a course that has a blend of students who selected Honors and some who did not. You will have the choice to pursue the Honors course extensions and challenges or to continue with the Standard course content. 

Art -- We are unable to offer Ceramics this year due to the challenges in doing so in a remote learning environment. We have increased the number of Introduction to Art sections to meet student needs and fulfill graduation requirements.

August 18, 2020

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

Our district just released our daily/weekly schedule for Remote Learning 2.0. This schedule includes a blend of asynchronous (individual work, not on-line together at the same time) and synchronous learning experiences (together, on-line learning at the same time, “live”) for our secondary students. This schedule will be posted and available on our district website as well as our Shorecrest Homepage.

In addition, we will also be implementing a class schedule at the middle and high schools that better supports our students in a school year when we anticipate transitioning from Remote to Hybrid to Fully In-Person models of instruction. This new schedule is one we are calling the 3 x 3. 

In a 3 x 3 Schedule, students will:

• Participate in 3 classes vs. 6 classes at any given time;
• Experience a reduced workload in the number of classes they will need to manage while also navigating a new on-line learning environment;
• Access deeper and more concentrated learning experiences;
• Experience smaller class sizes in order to personalize learning as well as support social interactions between students and between teachers and students.
• Continue to earn credits needed, fulfill graduation requirements, and prepare for post secondary plans.

To help understand what this model means, take a look at these sample year-long schedules to see it from the student experience. 

Our efforts will be spent on balancing student schedules to ensure that there is an equal distribution between core classes and elective classes between terms.

Student Services

Students who receive ELL or IEP related services in this model will have courses balanced between the terms to ensure their needs are met. For example, beginner ELL students will have ELL 1 & 2 both terms. Students who receive support in Math, English, Social Skills, or Study Skills will continue to have their needs met through our various support models including Co-Taught Classes, Skills specific courses, and through Highlander Home. IEP Managers will follow up with families to ensure that IEP goals and minutes are addressed within the 3 x 3 schedule.

Schedule Changes

There will be no schedule changes this school year due to the delicate balance of maintaining class sizes in our anticipated pivot to hybrid learning. The only exception will be for Seniors who have graduation requirements to fulfill and to students receiving student services such as students who qualify for ELL services, students with IEPs, and students with 504s. We are unable to make changes based on preference requests such as requesting a change in elective or making a change from an AP course to a Standard Course. 

When will Schedules be Available?

We will have schedules accessible for students and families on Family Access and Canvas on August 31.