Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Notable for this week:

Shorecrest celebrated and commemorated the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther KIng Jr. with a student planned and directed assembly on Thursday, January 11. Kudos to the student leaders of this work - senior Amie Mboob and junior Amina Berehnie. We were honored to have SC alums Kali Hay and Nathan Nzanga return. Kali spoke about student activism and Nathan gave an entertaining and enlightening musical performance.

The end of first semester is just two weeks away. This is a good time to check with your students about grades before the semester ends.

Sincerely,

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials.

Application for 2023 President's Volunteer Service Award - The Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is a national honor offered in recognition of sustained volunteer service. The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes hours served over a 12-month period. Please check out the College & Career Page for more information.

February 15  – *SAVE THE DATE* Community and Technical College Night. Join us as we explore programs and pathways from our community, technical and vocational partners.

College & Career Visits

Time: HiHo

Location: College & Career Center

Upcoming Events: 

1/25, 2/8, or 2/15  Info Sessions for Teens in Public Service Summer Program. Attend to find out more about this PAID local internship program. 

1/21  Job Fair at Sky Nursery. One of our local employers will be hiring in 2023. 

2/3  UW Seattle Rising SEAs Conference for students with a connection to Southeast Asia who are interested in applying to UW Seattle. 

2/4  College is Possible College Bound Resource Fair for people with disabilities who aspire to become college students and their families. Both in-person and virtual events planned. 

2/11  Young, Gifted, and Black @ UW Seattle. This is always a popular event in the UW Seattle series of conferences for prospective students. Sign up early before they run out of space! 

2/16  Gap Year Fair @ Roosevelt High School. Attend to learn more about gap year options; there are hundreds of possibilities! 

3/17  Native American Student Day @ UW Seattle for American Indian/ Alaska Native high school students interested in attending UW Seattle. 

Seniors! Check out scholarship opportunities:

For more information on scholarships and grant opportunities please go to the College & Career web page and/or go to CANVAS and Naviance! 

• Washington Opportunity Scholarship – This is a very popular and well-funded scholarship. For more information: https://www.waopportunityscholarship.org/students/applicants/baccalaureate/ 

• 2023 ADK Scholarship - The members of the Alpha Delta Chapter, organized in Shoreline in 1963, fund this $1,000 scholarship. Applicants should be seniors in the Shoreline District or Edmonds-Woodway High School who, at this time, plan to pursue a career in education. Applicants must demonstrate good character, achievement in academics, and participation in community service. 

• Lake Washington Singers - 2023 Vocal Scholarship - https://www.lakewashingtonsingers.org/scholarships/

 For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Happy New Year to all of you.  There's lots of information in this week's broadcast including information about our Martin Luther King Jr assembly and the Future Scots Basketball night.  

I wouldn't want to send this broadcast without paying respect to the memory of Dori Monson who passed away recently. Dori was our girls varsity basketball coach for 7 seasons -- from 2010-2017 -- during which time his teams won 105 games. Most notably the 2015-16 team was crowned as the 2A State Champion -- the first and only such feat in program history.  We will always appreciate Coach Monson's love for teaching the game of basketball. 

Sincerely,

John Green

Principal

Shorecrest High School

2022-01-06

Class of 2024 School Board Student Representative Search. The School Board in conjunction with Shorecrest and Shorewood ASB and Student Councils has revised the student position on the School Board to be a two-year position (junior and senior year) and each high school will have two representatives serving on the School Board concurrently. We are now looking for a member of the class of 2024 for this role. There is a required informational meeting on Thursday, January 19, at lunch in room 139 for all interested candidates. Additionally, candidates need to attend the January 24 Board Meeting. Contact Luke Smith or johanna.phillips@ssd412.org for more information. 

Shorecrest Martin Luther King, Jr. Recognition Assembly is Thursday, January 12. (9:30 - 10:30 am, SC Gym). Visitors are welcome to attend. Please check in at the main office first. In addition to the work of BSU and other passionate students who planned the assembly, we are excited to welcome SC alums Kali Hay to speak about student activism and Nathan Nzanga to perform a musical set.

FUTURE SCOTS NIGHT at SC Basketball Friday, January 13. Shorecrest invites our Future Scots from our elementary schools and Cascade K-8 to join us in cheering for our boys basketball team as they take on Everett at 7:15 pm in the Shorecrest Gym. The Pep Band will be playing and there’s a special halftime performance and student game led by SC Cheer! You won’t want to miss the action! Adults & Students without ASB: $7.00. Seniors & Children: $5.00.

Flag Team tryouts for the 2023-2024 team will be in early February. Anyone who is interested is encouraged to attend an open practice on Tuesday mornings from 6:50 - 7:30 am in January. Come hang out with the team and maybe learn a move or two.

Check out the new articles freshly posted on The Highland Piper Newspaper today! The newspaper's winter release features student-written articles about changes in absence policy, the Percy Jackson Musical, current events, interviews with teachers, and more: https://highlandpiper-sc.com/.

Interested in participating in creative workshops, volunteering with young writers at Kellogg, or getting involved in a supportive community of student journalists and artists? Join The Highland Piper's staff! Club meetings are on Fridays during lunch in Room M187.

Juniors and Seniors - are you interested in the Auto Program at Shoreline Community College? There will be a representative from the program in the Career Center on Tuesday, January 10, during HH. Come to Counseling of the Career Center to get your purple pass. Stay tuned for more community college representative visits in the coming weeks.

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. 

February 15  – *SAVE THE DATE* Community and Technical College Night. Join us as we explore programs and pathways from our community, technical and vocational partners.

College & Career Visits

Time: HiHo

Location: College & Career Center

Upcoming Events: 

1/11, 1/25, 2/8, or 2/15  Info Sessions for Teens in Public Service Summer Program. Attend to find out more about this PAID local internship program. 

1/13  UW Seattle Readiness for Islander Success in Education. This is the first of several UW Seattle conferences for prospective students. This event is for Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander high school students. 

1/21  Job Fair at Sky Nursery. One of our local employers will be hiring in 2023. 

2/3  UW Seattle Rising SEAs Conference for students with a connection to Southeast Asia who are interested in applying to UW Seattle. 

2/4  College is Possible College Bound Resource Fair for people with disabilities who aspire to become college students and their families. Both in-person and virtual events planned. 

2/11  Young, Gifted, and Black @ UW Seattle. This is always a popular event in the UW Seattle series of conferences for prospective students. Sign up early before they run out of space! 

2/16  Gap Year Fair @ Roosevelt High School. Attend to learn more about gap year options; there are hundreds of possibilities! 

3/17  Native American Student Day @ UW Seattle for American Indian/ Alaska Native high school students interested in attending UW Seattle. 

 For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

COVID Health & Safety Information
Here is a link to the District's webpage with upated COVID safety measures: https://www.shorelineschools.org/domain/2178

How to Arrange Early Dismissals
If your student needs an early dismissal for an appointment or other such reason, please notify our attendance office in advance by emailing sc.attendance@ssd412.org. We would like to know of the early dismissal at least one day in advance so we can prepare a pass to give to the student. When you arrive to pick up your child without prior notice, please know it will take more time for us to locate your student (oftentimes PE classes are on the field or on a walk) and have them meet you. If you would like to call, the Attendance Office phone is 206.393.4294

Visitors/Families on Campus
Anyone coming to school is asked to please check in with the Main Office when you enter the building.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

We need your help. With the increased number of students being dropped off or picked up at Shorecrest, we need families to use the North Parking Loop (behind the theater building) and to follow the directions on our signage. Please DO NOT turn left out of our parking lot as it will back up traffic. Please turn RIGHT only. Please watch for student pedestrians. Please go slow and drive safely. Please be patient.

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Wishing you a wonderful, restful winter break!

Best Wishes,

John Green

Principal

Shorecrest High School

SCHEDULE for the Weeks: 12/19 - 1/2

WINTER BREAK - NO SCHOOL

Have a safe and happy vacation!

A LOOK AHEAD...

SCHEDULE for the Week: 1/2 - 1/6

Congratulations to our top Fall Sports athletes

With the Fall Sports season completed we have a number of Shorecrest athletes who received special recognition for their performances this past season. 

All-Wesco - this is voted on by the coaches in the conference for each sport

Girls Soccer

1st Team: Giulia Menning – Defense, Tatiana Zahajko – GK, Ava Jensen - MF

2nd Team: Darci Dalziel, Cassie Chesnut – Defense, Nora Patterson, Taylor Christensen – Forward, Tayvi Khan - MF

Football (Wesco South)

1st Team Offense – Adarrius Hilliard, Defense – Gus Hamilton

2nd Team Offense – Memphis Dietz, Defense – Ramy Abdalla, Max Beer, Peter Grimm

Volleyball

2nd Team – Ally Johnson, Violet Burchak

Cross-Country

1st Team – Luke Schmidt, George Fernandez, Hazel Beatty-Witt, Scout Lynass

2nd Team – Ben Wick, Addison Phillips, Hana Butler, Ruby Pierce, Fatima Camara

Girls Swim/Dive

1st Team – Owan Fralick, Aila Howson, Quinn Whorley, Miranda Thompson, Klara Darby, Elle Howson

2nd Team – Rebecca Swinney

ALAN BRUNS

Athletic Director

SC BOOSTERS MESSAGE Happy Holidays from your Shorecrest Boosters!  We are so glad that we have been able to be on campus more and volunteering for our Shorecrest Community. The last couple of years has been quite a struggle for many of us. Getting back into the groove has helped us all heal and move forward. Although the pandemic is not entirely behind us, we are thriving in our tiny little corner of the world and looking forward to gaining momentum and rebuilding our Booster community as the year progresses.   We are incredibly thankful for many of our volunteers who have helped us this year. Special shout-outs to the following people who have volunteered more than once to help us at merch tables at cold football games, get trained for concessions, and work during our busy winter season at the gym concessions stand, where we often need to be there 2 to 3 times a week! Thank you, volunteers!  Cory Huisman, Jen Martinez, Angie Orthel, Vanessa Whorley, Stephanie Selin, Lisa Adolfson, Diane Chandler, Leslie Santiago, Nikki Fralick, Heather Shi, Tashana Kolanowski, Fumiyo Conway, Shannon & Dan Gravett, Julie Johnson, Joe Monda Next on the Booster radar is our Spring auction!   Save the date: March 18, 2023  More to come on that after we get back from the holidays.   We wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday break. We will see you next year!    Your Shorecrest Boosters, Presidents: Eliza Kelly and Jacqueline Tabor Secretary: Correne Dean Treasurer: Elaine Johnson Social & Communications Chair: Myrna Habermann Merchandise Chair: Becky Hamilton Fundraising Chair: Shawna Burkholder

2022-12-16

Thursday’s Winter Pep Assembly gave us an opportunity to come together to celebrate achievements and have fun! Check out pictures here. Highlights include cheering for our winter sports teams, the student victory in the student v. staff Tug of War, and the Hand Jive co-led by SC Cheer, Flags, and Highland Dance with cameos by SC staff. We raised over $100 for the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance in a Breast Cancer Awareness Miracle Minute. Winter Spirit Week Winning Highlander Home Classes (who had a donut party today) were: Ms. Nicole Haines, Mr. Trent Mitchell, and Ms. Melissa Gioino. Nicely done!

THANK YOU!!! Winter Wishes was a total success! It was so much fun to see students delivering the wishes today in Highlander Home and sharing good cheer. We were able to grant SOOOO many wishes because of your help and every student received a candy cane, too! Thank you to everyone who brought in items that were requested. If you were absent on Friday, December 16, your wish will be waiting for you in Highlander Home when we return to school.

Girls Football Night (GFL) was so much fun, despite the chilly weather on Thursday. Pictures here. Congratulations to the sophomore team for their big win against the freshmen. Hats off to the seniors for defeating the juniors each grade took home a portion of the gate money based on their game results. Big appreciation to our student and staff volunteers who helped with announcing, chains, tickets, and to the students who were players, coaches, and managers. Thanks to our class advisors who made the event possible: 2023 Advisors: Gabe Martinez & Joe Peterson, 2024 Advisors: Kathy Elwell & Brett Vlahovich, 2025 Advisors: Jessica Raman & Brynne Saskor, and 2026 Advisor: Johanna Phillips. Special shout outs to Jarett Finau for refereeing, Ian Powell for supporting students in the booth, Andy Denney for selling tickets, and to Lacy Clark and Alison Shawver for supervision.

Eat at Mod Pizza on the Solstice! The freshmen class is having a fundraiser at Mod Pizza at the LFP Town Center!!! Any purchase will support the Freshmen class, and EVERY grade is welcome! If you're looking to support your school while enjoying a delicious meal, come to Mod Pizza on Wednesday, December 21! Grabbing a slide of Mod Pizza is the perfect way to celebrate the winter solstice and just remember to mention SC 2026!

Flag Team tryouts for the 2023-2024 team will be in early February. Anyone who is interested is encouraged to attend an open practice on Tuesday mornings from 6:50 - 7:30 am in December or January. Come hang out with the team and maybe learn a move or two.

Volunteer Opportunity with Girls on the Run at Brookside Elementary!

Brookside Elementary is seeking female volunteers ages 16-18 to serve as Junior Coaches for Girls on the Run this spring. No running experience necessary! Serving as a Junior Coach for Girls on the Run is a fun and rewarding way to develop leadership skills while helping girls in grades 3-5 build self-confidence. Paired with a Mentor Coach, Junior Coaches receive support to develop their own skills while serving as role models to program participants. Our spring season runs from March 13 to May 26 and practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 3:15-4:45. Email Jolene Hamilton at jolene.hamilton@ssd412.org or visit gotrpugetsound.org/junior-coach to learn more!

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. 

Have you completed your FAFSA/WASFA Application? We recommend that you and your family complete this important financial aid resource ASAP. There is plenty of useful information in the Class of 2023 canvas page. You can also come to College Apps Cafe for more information or help from the counselors.

Community College, Technical and vocational in-person visits! Be on the lookout for Community College & Technical/vocational program visits happening all through January! This is a great opportunity to expand on opportunities and gain knowledge about programs post-high school. 

Community Service waived for the Class of 2024. 

On November 1, the Shoreline School Board eliminated the Community Service Requirement for the Class of 2024. 

Here is the opening text of the Resolution the School Board passed:  

…it is being recommended that the District eliminate the Community Service requirement for the graduating class of 2024. This will allow students, in their planning for next year, to focus on graduation requirements that are not within the District’s control which the students will still need to meet. 

For the full text, see:  Shoreline School Board Resolution 2022-19 and Background Information on 2022-19. 

Upcoming Events: 

1/11, 1/25, 2/8, or 2/15  Info Sessions for Teens in Public Service Summer Program. Attend to find out more about this PAID local internship program. 

1/13 UW Seattle Readiness for Islander Success in Education. This is the first of several UW Seattle conferences for prospective students. This event is for Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander high school students. 

1/21  Job Fair at Sky Nursery. One of our local employers will be hiring in 2023. 

2/3  UW Seattle Rising SEAs Conference for students with a connection to Southeast Asia who are interested in applying to UW Seattle. 

2/4  College is Possible College Bound Resource Fair for people with disabilities who aspire to become college students and their families. Both in-person and virtual events planned. 

2/11  Young, Gifted, and Black @ UW Seattle. This is always a popular event in the UW Seattle series of conferences for prospective students. Sign up early before they run out of space! 

2/16  Gap Year Fair @ Roosevelt High School. Attend to learn more about gap year options; there are hundreds of possibilities! 

Community Service Opportunities:

• North Helpline – Lake City and Bitter Lake have openings from 

1) allotting food from specific categories depending on each client's household size and preferences, 

2) restocking food at the distribution tables, 

3) running grocery carts to our neighbors' cars and back (must be 17 years or older), or 

4) allotting hygiene items to clients. Check out this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchWcutxb-mpmYxtju5TcgU2Jy5YNPYlZoiTu6vEllt2wLFSg/viewform

• 1/16 Help Lift Every Voice put on a family event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 

• March - May   Apply to be Junior Coach for Girls on the Run at Brookside Elementary. 

 For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

COVID Health & Safety Information
Here is a link to the District's webpage with upated COVID safety measures: https://www.shorelineschools.org/domain/2178

How to Arrange Early Dismissals
If your student needs an early dismissal for an appointment or other such reason, please notify our attendance office in advance by emailing sc.attendance@ssd412.org. We would like to know of the early dismissal at least one day in advance so we can prepare a pass to give to the student. When you arrive to pick up your child without prior notice, please know it will take more time for us to locate your student (oftentimes PE classes are on the field or on a walk) and have them meet you. If you would like to call, the Attendance Office phone is 206.393.4294

Visitors/Families on Campus
Anyone coming to school is asked to please check in with the Main Office when you enter the building.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

We need your help. With the increased number of students being dropped off or picked up at Shorecrest, we need families to use the North Parking Loop (behind the theater building) and to follow the directions on our signage. Please DO NOT turn left out of our parking lot as it will back up traffic. Please turn RIGHT only. Please watch for student pedestrians. Please go slow and drive safely. Please be patient.

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

The much anticipated winter break is almost here. Just one more week.

I would encourage all of you to encourage your students to use this last week as a gift of time to wrap up loose ends. Look at Canvas and try to finish assignments and other work before vacation. This will yield two gifts - a relaxing, worry-free break and a strong start to the new year. And if they complain about this advice, you can tell them that the principal is doing the same thing.

Best Wishes,

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Visits this week:

12/13/22    @ Lunch     Western Washington University - Fairhaven College

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials.

Community Service waived for the Class of 2024. 

On November 1, the Shoreline School Board eliminated the Community Service Requirement for the Class of 2024. 

Here is the opening text of the Resolution the School Board passed:  

…it is being recommended that the District eliminate the Community Service requirement for the graduating class of 2024. This will allow students, in their planning for next year, to focus on graduation requirements that are not within the District’s control which the students will still need to meet. 

For the full text, see:  Shoreline School Board Resolution 2022-19 and Background Information on 2022-19. 

Upcoming Events: 

12/14  OLS Program at Bellevue College Info Sessions. The Occupational and Life Skills Program is a challenging yet supportive program for neurodiverse adults with learning disabilities. 

 For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Not a lot for the principal to report for this week of snow days. Both Boys and Girls Basketball, and Wrestling started competition this week, and it is also the season for performances by our Music program.

The usual weekly information follows.

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. 

December 8 - Junior Prep: College & Career Planning workshop. Hey Juniors! Are you wondering about steps to prepare after college or a potential career? Join us at the SC College & Career Center for tips and tricks to get you ready for senior year! December 8 @ lunch. 

Community Service waived for the Class of 2024. 

On November 1, the Shoreline School Board eliminated the Community Service Requirement for the Class of 2024. 

Here is the opening text of the Resolution the School Board passed:  

…it is being recommended that the District eliminate the Community Service requirement for the graduating class of 2024. This will allow students, in their planning for next year, to focus on graduation requirements that are not within the District’s control which the students will still need to meet. 

For the full text, see:  Shoreline School Board Resolution 2022-19 and Background Information on 2022-19. 

Upcoming Events: 

12/8   JUNIOR PREP: College & Career workshop. @ lunch.

12/14  OLS Program at Bellevue College Info Sessions. The Occupational and Life Skills Program is a challenging yet supportive program for neurodiverse adults with learning disabilities. 

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Lots of things to be thankful for already:

• A wonderful and generous staff luncheon provided on Friday by our PTA,
• The Girl's Soccer Team is on a roll to State,
• American Indian Heritage Month,
• Great weather,
• Did I say the play is fantastic?

As we move into our school break next week please know that we have an early dismissal on Wednesday of 10:50 am.  We will not be sending our typical Friday Broadcast next week and will provide our next Broadcast Update on Friday, December 2.  

Thanks to all of you for sharing your students with us.

John Green

Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Visits this week:

11/22     Lunch       Marine Corps

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue @ Lunch.  The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. With early action deadlines approaching, it is important you stop by!

Have you completed your FAFSA/WASFA Application? We recommend that you and your family complete this important financial aid resource by the end of November. There is plenty of useful information in the Class of 2023 canvas page. Also! Come to College Apps Cafe for more information or help from the counselors.

December 8 - Junior Prep: College & Career Planning workshop. Hey Juniors! Are you wondering about steps to prepare after college or a potential career? Join us at the SC College & Career Center for tips and tricks to get you ready for senior year! December 8 @ lunch. 

Community Service waived for the Class of 2024. 

On November 1, the Shoreline School Board eliminated the Community Service Requirement for the Class of 2024. 

Here is the opening text of the Resolution the School Board passed:  

…it is being recommended that the District eliminate the Community Service requirement for the graduating class of 2024. This will allow students, in their planning for next year, to focus on graduation requirements that are not within the District’s control which the students will still need to meet. 

For the full text, see:  Shoreline School Board Resolution 2022-19 and Background Information on 2022-19. 

Upcoming Events: 

11/22  UC Santa Cruz Personal Insight Question Workshop for seniors working on their University of California applications. 

11/17  ANEW Construction Career Fair. Even if you aren’t ready to apply for a full time position, attending would be an opportunity to find out about construction careers and to visit ANEW’s amazing training space in Tukwila where they also offer their excellent Pre-Apprenticeship programs. 

12/8   JUNIOR PREP: College & Career workshop. @ lunch.

12/14  OLS Program at Bellevue College Info Sessions. The Occupational and Life Skills Program is a challenging yet supportive program for neurodiverse adults with learning disabilities. 

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

A few quick notes for your attention:

Final quarter grades will be available on Canvas by Monday afternoon November 14.

The Shorecrest Play, The Lightning Thief, opened on Thursday night and runs through Sunday November 20.  It is fantastic!

Purchase tickets here.

Our Veteran's Assembly on Wednesday was a great success.  You can read an account of the assembly below in Activities Update.

Have a great weekend! 

John Green

Principal

Shorecrest High School

SC BOOSTERS ONLINE POP UP SHOP Get your all new Shorecrest Merch at Shorecrest Boosters Online Pop Up Shop For a Limited time only - Open now through Sunday, November 20!   Items will be available for pick up at Shorecrest the week of December 12 at select times and locations.   Just in time to purchase the perfect Shorecrest holiday gifts!   Proceeds will go to your Shorecrest Boosters to support student clubs, athletics, arts and academic groups.  Email questions to Becky Hamilton SCBoostersMerch@gmail.com.

Please help us celebrate our fabulous staff by donating food or your time to the HARVEST LUNCH on 

November 18.  Sign up: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/417028375191768069/true#/invitation

Holiday Baskets Gift Card and Toy Drive to support Shoreline students and their families this holiday season.

Donate online: https://www.seattleymca.org/donate (please note Holiday Baskets)
We are also in need of: 

• New, unwrapped toys

• Gift cards (Amazon, Target, & Fred Meyer are popular) - $25 preferred

• Unused gift wrap!
  

ALL donations can be dropped off at Dale Turner YMCA in Shoreline by December 9!

Hey Scots! The Class of 2025 is throwing a Poinsettia fundraiser for the holiday season! Grab yourself a beautiful red poinsettia for $15, and support the Sophomore class while doing it! Order Forms are available at the ASB Window, or you can pay online, using this link (https://wa-shoreline.intouchreceipting.com/signin.aspx) and then navigating to Shorecrest High School > Class of 2025 Fundraiser. Orders are due November 18, and you can pick them up from 3:00 – 6:00 pm in the Commons, on December 1!

Holiday Baskets at the YMCA, in partnership with other community organizations, provides free food and toy/gift support to Shoreline School District families in circumstances that make it challenging to provide for their family.  If your family could use gift and food support around the holidays this year, please REGISTER HERE.

Registration is open now and closes November 18.

Holiday Baskets pick up is December 10 at the YMCA in Shoreline.

If you have any questions about holiday baskets, please email familyservices@shorelinepta.org

If you need assistance with registering, please call 206-393-6161 to speak with a Shorecrest Family Advocate.

2022-11-11

We gathered for our Veterans Recognition Assembly on Wednesday. We had a number of honored service members and veterans join us who had connections to Shorecrest, either as family members of current students or as Shorecrest alumni. Our keynote speaker was a 2011 graduate who has served in the Army for 9 years, Sergeant Grace Back. She spoke on the importance of service and her personal mission to help lift other female service members into positions of leadership. We also had a performance by our Highland Dance Team accompanied by Bagpiper Kevin Auld, and a video tour of what it is like to be a cadet at the Naval Academy courtesy of Shorecrest 2022 graduate, Andrew Miner. Our guests were impressed by our students’ respectful behavior. Our veterans and guests helped show our students that veterans and active duty service members are a diverse group of people and are an integral part of our community. Here is a link to pictures and videos from the assembly. 

Winter Wishes has returned and the Wish Form is open now until November 21. Wishes will be granted the week of December 12 - 16 in Highlander Homes. This is an opportunity for you to send a gift to a friend or loved one at Shorecrest to show them how much you appreciate them. Fill out this google form to send someone a Winter Wish! Be sure to include what makes this gift meaningful. This form will only allow you to submit one response per student, so please make sure to write EXACTLY what you want for another person, and be specific. 

Shorecrest Site Council Seeks Student Input

Students, please fill out this survey to help make an impact and improve Shorecrest. SC Student Site Council is an advisory committee that works to make Shorecrest a better place for students and staff. We need your input to see what issues Shorecrest can improve on. The form will always be open and is located on the ASB website or Site Council Instagram. Thank you!

Only one remaining week  to catch SC Drama's production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Here's a teaser: As if being a teenager weren't hard enough... The Greek gods are real, and they're ruining Percy Jackson's life. Shocked to learn he's a "half blood" son of Poseidon, Percy has newly discovered powers he can't control, monsters on his trail, and he is on an epic quest to find Zeus's lightning bolt and prevent a war between the gods. Normal is a myth when you're a demigod. Based on the bestselling book series by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed theatrical adventure that will rock your world!

The Lighting Thief will run Saturday, November 12, Sunday, November 13, and Thursday, November 17 through Sunday, November 20. All performance times are evening starting at 7:30 pm except for the Sunday matinee shows at 2:00 pm. Visit our event page at Brown Paper Tickets  (https://bit.ly/3CJtKK5) to reserve your tickets. Advance ticket prices are $12 for adults and $10 for students ($15 at the door, day of show). Tickets are selling out quickly. You will not want to miss it!!

Attention freshmen! The first Girl’s Flag Football practice is THIS WEDNESDAY, November 16, at Shorecrest Field. This is from 1:10 - 2:00 pm. If you are, or want to be, a player, coach, or manager, be there! Players must return their permission form to Ms. Phillips or a senator before practice in order to play.

Tardy Makeup Sessions occur one Wednesday a month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm in the Shorecrest library. The dates are: Nov 30, Dec 14, Jan 25, Feb 15, Mar 22, Apr 19, May 24, and June 7.  At 10 tardies, students will not be allowed to attend SC evening events such as dances and Prom, and current student-athletes will not be allowed to attend/practice/play in after school activities/sports. If students stay and work during Tardy Makeup sessions they can make up their tardies (1 hr = 5 tardies, 2 hrs = 10 tardies). 

You and your student will receive a separate message via Parent Square if your student has 10 or more tardies and should attend a makeup session. Tardies cannot be excused by parents unless they were due to a medical appointment. Tardy counts for each individual student return to zero at the start of each semester. As a school, we want students to know and learn the value of being on time, the expectation of being ready to engage, and of honoring the professional relationship between teacher and student.

College Visits this week:

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue during Lunch: The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, personal statement readings, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. 

Have you completed your FAFSA/WASFA Application? We recommend that you and your family complete this important financial aid resource by the end of November. There is plenty of useful information in the Class of 2023 canvas page. Also! Come to College Apps Cafe for more information or help from the counselors.

SAVE THE DATE - Is your senior interested in a 2-year community college program or technical school? We have some exciting visits happening in January with a family event happening in February! Join us as we explore amazing programs and options post high school 

Community Service waived for the Class of 2024. 

On November 1, the Shoreline School Board eliminated the Community Service Requirement for the Class of 2024. 

Here is the opening text of the Resolution the School Board passed:  

…it is being recommended that the District eliminate the Community Service requirement for the graduating class of 2024. This will allow students, in their planning for next year, to focus on graduation requirements that are not within the District’s control which the students will still need to meet. 

For the full text, see:  Shoreline School Board Resolution 2022-19 and Background Information on 2022-19. 

Upcoming Events: 

11/13   24th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards - The Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s (HHF) 2022 Youth Awards educational grants program is now accepting applications! Our 24th Annual Youth Awards will award students who are in the graduating Class of 2023 with up to $4000 in educational grants to fund their higher education or to fund a community-based project. Check out the link: https://hispanicheritage.org/.

11/15   Public Service Job Fair at Shoreline Community College for students interested in public service, which could be almost anything:  Police Officers, Firefighters, Forensic Technicians, Nurses, and Human Resources Field.

11/15   UW DEADLINE - Please make sure to mark UW in your naviance and “Colleges I’m Applying to.” If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Mr. Orallo at mario.orallo@ssd412.org.

11/17   ANEW Construction Career Fair. Even if you aren’t ready to apply for a fulltime position, attending would be an opportunity to find out about construction careers and to visit ANEW’s amazing training space in Tukwila where they also offer their excellent Pre-Apprenticeship programs. 

 For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

COVID Health & Safety Information
Here is a link to the District's webpage with upated COVID safety measures: https://www.shorelineschools.org/domain/2178

How to Arrange Early Dismissals
If your student needs an early dismissal for an appointment or other such reason, please notify our attendance office in advance by emailing sc.attendance@ssd412.org. We would like to know of the early dismissal at least one day in advance so we can prepare a pass to give to the student. When you arrive to pick up your child without prior notice, please know it will take more time for us to locate your student (oftentimes PE classes are on the field or on a walk) and have them meet you. If you would like to call, the Attendance Office phone is 206.393.4294

Visitors/Families on Campus
Anyone coming to school is asked to please check in with the Main Office when you enter the building.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

We need your help. With the increased number of students being dropped off or picked up at Shorecrest, we need families to use the North Parking Loop (behind the theater building) and to follow the directions on our signage. Please DO NOT turn left out of our parking lot as it will back up traffic. Please turn RIGHT only. Please watch for student pedestrians. Please go slow and drive safely. Please be patient.

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

Nothing very exciting this week - just a correction and a reminder.

The Correction. Our first quarter ended today and grades are due on Monday, November 14, because there is no school on Friday, November 11.

The Reminder. Please do not drop off or pick up students in the front parking lot of the main building for student safety and for the ease of our buses who rely on this area being open in the morning and afternoon. Buses are also traveling throughout the school day to provide transportation to and from Shorewood so these bus lanes need to remain open during school hours.

To pick up or drop off students. please go to the north parking lot (driveway is located behind, north of, the theater). Please follow the signs to loop around the lot and pick up students outside the building (students will need to exit out the door by the green stairs). To help get out of the north parking lot quickly, remember to only turn right onto to 25th Avenue.

Have a wonderful weekend,

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Visits this week:

11/8/22 - HiHo      University of California Santa Cruz

11/8/22 - Lunch    Arizona State University

11/10/22 - HiHo    Oregon State University 

11/10/22 - Lunch  Hawaii Pacific University

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue @ Lunch.  The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. With early action deadlines approaching, it is important you stop by!

Have you completed your FAFSA/WASFA Application? We recommend that you and your family complete this important financial aid resource by the end of November. There is plenty of useful information in the Class of 2023 canvas page. Also! Come to College Apps Cafe for more information or help from the counselors.

SAVE THE DATE - Is your senior interested in a 2-year community college program or technical school? We have some exciting visits happening in January with a family event happening in February! Join us as we explore amazing programs and options post high school 

Upcoming Events: 

11/4 & 11/5  *TODAY AND TOMORROW*  NACAC In-Person Seattle College Fair - Think Comic-Con except for colleges and universities. It is a ton of fun, and you learn about amazing colleges you never knew. Check it out!! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/seattle-national-college-fair/

11/5  *TOMORROW*  Camelot Society Fundraiser - Camelot Society is a non-profit organization providing residential services for adults with developmental disabilities. For more information please find the link or email jeff@camelotsociety.org,

https://camelotsociety.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/CelebrateCamelots50thAnniversary/Volunteer/tabid/1317831/Default.aspx

11/5  *TOMORROW*  Black College Expo - Join 30+ Colleges and Universities at Renton High School. For More information https://www.thecollegeexpo.org/expos/seattle-black-college-expo

11/6   NACAC Virtual College Fairs - This is one of the largest virtual college events of the year! This is a great way to connect with colleges from all over! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/virtual/

11/13   24th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards - The Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s (HHF) 2022 Youth Awards educational grants program is now accepting applications! Our 24th Annual Youth Awards will award students who are in the graduating Class of 2023 with up to $4000 in educational grants to fund their higher education or to fund a community-based project. Check out the link: https://hispanicheritage.org/ 

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

To Shorecrest Families and Students,

We have two announcements to go along with our broadcast this week.

End of First Quarter November 4

Grades are due from teachers on November 11.  Students and families are encouraged to check progress on Canvas. Grades should be available at the beginning of the following week.

Change in Attendance Policy

After hearing from youth across the state of Washington, the legislature recognized that students' mental health is a component of their physical health and that students' mental health can affect their ability to learn.  The legislature found that school districts were not consistently recognizing student absences for mental health reasons as excused absences.  Therefore, through House Bill 1834 the legislature now requires that student absences for mental health reasons are recognized as excused absences.  As a result, the School District has revised Board policy 3122, Excused and Unexcused Absences, to reflect this change.

Here's a link to the pertinent section of Board policy 3122 

John Green

Principal

Shorecrest High School

2022-10-28

Seeking Veterans and Active Duty Service Members to join us on November 9

Shorecrest is honoring veterans and active duty military in our community with our Veterans Recognition Assembly on Wednesday, November 9, from 9:30 - 10:30 in the morning. We are hoping that veterans and service members in our community will be part of our assembly either as guests or speakers willing to share a little about their experience in the military and what inspired them to serve. To join us as a guest or speaker, please reply to johanna.phillips@ssd412.org by November 7. Please include your full name, branch of service, and rank upon separation so that we can introduce you properly. Please also note how you are connected to the Shorecrest community. Thank you for considering!

Thank you to our volunteers who helped put on the Senior Handprint Wall this week (Joanna, Kathleen, Jessica, Tracy, Laura, Nikki, Todd and Rebecca)! What a fun tradition for our seniors! If any senior missed it, there will be a make-up day for this at lunch in the coming weeks, stay tuned for more information from your Senior Senators.

Final Picture Retake Opportunity

Dorian Studios is offering an “In Studio Retake Day” at their Shoreline studio on November 11 from 10:00 - 12:30 and you can make an appointment and get more information on  https://pickatime.com/dorianstudio/client?evt=349797.  If you have any questions about school pictures, please contact johanna.phillips@ssd412.org . 

It is almost Halloween! While we do not celebrate Halloween at school, students are welcome to wear their costumes as long as they follow a few guidelines: no masks, no weapons (even if fake), and please avoid cultural appropriation (if it is a person's culture/heritage, it is not a costume). Thanks!

Attention Freshmen!!! Are you interested in participating in the big annual Girl's Flag Football (GFL) game? We are recruiting players, coaches and team managers. There's something for everyone to get involved with. Come to the informational meeting in Room 139 (right by the vending machines) on November 2 during lunch to find out more! The meeting starts at 11:05. Be there! 

We are so delighted to welcome you to Shorecrest this fall for SC Drama's production of The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! Here's a teaser:  As if being a teenager weren't hard enough... The Greek gods are real, and they're ruining Percy Jackson's life. Shocked to learn he's a "half blood" son of Poseidon, Percy has newly discovered powers he can't control, monsters on his trail, and he is on an epic quest to find Zeus's lightning bolt and prevent a war between the gods. Normal is a myth when you're a demigod. Based on the bestselling book series by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed theatrical adventure that will rock your world!

The Lighting Thief will run from Thursday, November 10, through Sunday, November 13 and again the following weekend, Thursday, November 17, through Sunday, November 20. Evening performance times are 7:30 pm on Thursdays-Saturdays; matinees are at 2:00 pm each Sunday. Visit our event page at Brown Paper Tickets  (https://bit.ly/3CJtKK5) to reserve your tickets (sales were live on Monday, October 17). Advance ticket prices are $12 for adults and $10 for students ($15 at the door, day of show). 

Tardy Makeup Sessions occur one Wednesday a month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm in the Shorecrest library. At 10 tardies, students will not be allowed to attend SC evening events such as dances and Prom, and current student-athletes will not be allowed to attend/practice/play in after school activities/sports. If students stay and work during Tardy Makeup sessions they can make up their tardies (1 hr = 5 tardies, 2 hrs = 10 tardies). The dates are: Nov 30, Dec 14, Jan 25, Feb 15, Mar 22, Apr 19, May 24, and June 7. 

You and your student will receive a separate message via Parent Square if your student has 10 or more tardies and should attend a makeup session. Tardies cannot be excused by parents unless they were due to a medical appointment. Tardy counts for each individual student return to zero at the start of each semester. As a school, we want students to know and learn the value of being on time, the expectation of being ready to engage, and of honoring the professional relationship between teacher and student.

Can you provide a food item for the Staff Appreciation Harvest Lunch on November 18?

Please help us celebrate our staff. Sign up here to bring items: https://signup.com/go/wxYXRPw

PTSA Halloween Membership Drive - Join the PTSA

Support the work of the PTSA https://www.shorecrestptsa.org/

Reflections Art Program

Reflections® is a theme focused National PTA and Washington State PTA arts recognition program. The Reflections program celebrates student creativity and encourages school age youth to express themselves through the arts. Student art is judged first at the school level (Shorecrest). Finalists from the school level will move on to the district level (Shoreline) and then the state and national levels for judging. All Shorecrest students are encouraged to participate in the Reflections Art Program (previous art experience not required | Special Artist Category for students identified as having a disability)
 *The 2022-2023 Reflections Theme is: “Show Your Voice”
 There are 6 art categories for student artists to choose from Shorecrest Reflections Entry Form (1).docx

READY TO BE A BOOSTER?

Are you interested in being part of a super fun group of parents and would like to donate your time to support the students of Shorecrest? Join the Boosters by becoming a member or signing up to volunteer! To join, visit: http://tinyurl.com/JoinSCBoosters 

To get more info on how to become a member or volunteer for a future Booster event, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SCBoosterVolunteer

College Visits this week:

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue @ Lunch - The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep, financial aid, and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. With early action deadlines approaching, it is important you stop by!

Upcoming Events: 

11/5   Camelot Society Fundraiser - Camelot Society is a non-profit organization providing residential services for adults with developmental disabilities. For more information please find the link or email jeff@camelotsociety.org, 

https://camelotsociety.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/CelebrateCamelots50thAnniversary/Volunteer/tabid/1317831/Default.aspx

11/6   NACAC Virtual College Fairs – This is one of the largest college events of the year! This is a great way to connect with colleges from all over! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/virtual/

11/4 & 11/5   NACAC In-Person Seattle College Fair – Think Comic-Con except for colleges and universities. It is a ton of fun, and you learn about amazing colleges you never knew. Check it out!! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/seattle-national-college-fair/

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

COVID Health & Safety Information
Here is a link to the District's webpage with upated COVID safety measures: https://www.shorelineschools.org/domain/2178

How to Arrange Early Dismissals
If your student needs an early dismissal for an appointment or other such reason, please notify our attendance office in advance by emailing sc.attendance@ssd412.org. We would like to know of the early dismissal at least one day in advance so we can prepare a pass to give to the student. When you arrive to pick up your child without prior notice, please know it will take more time for us to locate your student (oftentimes PE classes are on the field or on a walk) and have them meet you. If you would like to call, the Attendance Office phone is 206.393.4294

Visitors/Families on Campus
Anyone coming to school is asked to please check in with the Main Office when you enter the building.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

We need your help. With the increased number of students being dropped off or picked up at Shorecrest, we need families to use the North Parking Loop (behind the theater building) and to follow the directions on our signage. Please DO NOT turn left out of our parking lot as it will back up traffic. Please turn RIGHT only. Please watch for student pedestrians. Please go slow and drive safely. Please be patient.

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

In the good news department - We had a very successful Club & Activity Fair on Thursday. We had over 30 clubs set up booths and reach out to interested students resulting in a lot of student interest and engagement. Research shows that students who are engaged in clubs and student activities and extracurriculars have better school attendance and graduation rates. Best of all, clubs can offer a family-like sense of belonging for students at school. We encourage all students to join an activity they are interested in - here is a link to the Club List on the ASB website.

It is important to remind families that they should not be picking up after school in the student parking lot.  The student lot is crowded and all of our drivers are trying to exit at the same time.  We love all of our students - but these are teenage drivers and they need all the space we can give them.  

A far better option is to pick up your students in the North Lot. It can be crowded, but there is lots of room for cars to spread out and cooperate with other drivers.

Once again, thanks for sharing your amazing students with us.

Sincerely,

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

College Visits this week:

10/25/22 - Lunch       George Washington University 

10/27/22 - HiHo         University of San Francisco - Virtual 

10/28/22 - Lunch       UW Seattle 

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

College Apps Cafe - Mon/Tue @ Lunch.  The counseling team continues to help and support with college prep and the High School and Beyond Plan materials. With early action deadlines approaching, it is important you stop by!

Upcoming Events: 

10/25   Personal Statement Reading & FASFA/WASFA Workshop @ Shorecrest

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm – Personal Statement reading – Get your essay read up to 6 times! *Need to register*

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm – FAFSA/WASFA – *Please bring your FSA ID and Chromebook

11/28   Ridgecrest Elementary Harvest Carnival - Come volunteer to help with rides and more! Contact information: jpoulias@gmail.com

11/5   Camelot Society Fundraiser - Camelot Society is a non-profit organization providing residential services for adults with developmental disabilities. For more information please find the link or email jeff@camelotsociety.org, 

https://camelotsociety.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/CelebrateCamelots50thAnniversary/Volunteer/tabid/1317831/Default.aspx

11/6   NACAC Virtual College Fairs – This is one of the largest college events of the year! This is a great way to connect with colleges from all over! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/virtual/

11/4 & 11/5   NACAC In-Person Seattle College Fair – Think Comic-Con except for colleges and universities. It is a ton of fun, and you learn about amazing colleges you never knew. Check it out!! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/seattle-national-college-fair/

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

The end of the Fall sports season is fast approaching.  We have seen a great deal of success and achievement across our athletic teams and below is a compilation of standout performances so far. 

GO SCOTS!!

THANKS - ALAN BRUNS

GIRLS SOCCER - record of 10-1 overall, 1st place in Wesco, and ranked 8th in the state for 3A

- Back line of Guilia Menning, Ashley Payne, Cassie Chesnut, and Darci Dalziel have held the opponents to just 3 goals scored against us.  

- Goal keeper duo of Tati Zahajko and Kylee Mitchell have worked towards 8 shutouts

- Top goal scorers are:  Ava Jensen, Nora Patterson, and Bria Metcalf-Lindenburger, each with 7 goals

GIRLS SWIM  - record of 5-1

Top Freshmen:  Lauren Reeves and Estee Landrum

Sophomores:  Aila Howson  and Quinn Whorley

Juniors:  Miranda Thompson and Owan Fralick

Seniors:  Elle Howson and Eliana Harrick

GIRLS DIVE

They’ve been doing really well! The two returning divers, Klara Darby and Rebecca Swinney, have surpassed where they ended last year. Berkley Gorre is a new diver who is 2 dives away from a district list and may make a state list soon. 

VOLLEYBALL - overall record of 7-4, 4th place in Wesco 3A

Top player this season: Violet Burchak, junior -  40 Aces, 85 kills, 108 digs, 30 solo and 35 assisted blocks, 205 assists - as a setter she has been a beast on the court. She is the stat leader in almost every category. Violet understands what her role is and continues to push through. She is a strong leader who makes it look easy.

CROSS-COUNTRY

Check out the article in the Herald about the team's performance in Saturday's race.  Great pics of Shorecrest athletes too. https://www.heraldnet.com/sports/nearly-5000-runners-race-in-largest-ever-hole-in-the-wall-invite/

Boys team:

- Ranked as the 3rd best team in District 1

- Top 7: 

• Luke Schmidt - undefeated in league meets this season

• George Fernandez (also just won the 3A boys silver division Hole in the Wall Invitational meet this past weekend)

• Ben Wick

• Joseph Martinez

• Jack Marshall

• Dutch Chandler

• Fedem Irungu

Girls Team:

Ranked as the #1 team in District 1, and #10 team in the State for 3A!

- Finished 2nd in 3A Silver division at the Hole in the Wall Invitational

- The team is undefeated in league meets this season!

- Top 7:

• Hazel Beatty-Witt - top finisher for SC in every race this season

• Addison Philips

• Scout Lynass

• Hana Butler

• Ruby Pierce

• Fatima Camara

• Vivi Hakim

FOOTBALL - Rotary Cup next Friday, October 21, at Shoreline Stadium

Defense - Peter Grimm doing great on the D-Line. Adarirus Hilliard has 3 INT's. Max Beer is developing into a solid Middle Backer as a Sophomore.

Offense - Jaylen Viars showing growth and improvement each week at the QB position.  5 Td's on the season. Ramy Abdalla leads the offense and is coming off a season high 157 Yards and 2 TD performance.

BOYS TENNIS - record of 4-3

- Top singles player is Indigo Vining

- Top doubles pair: Parker Mina and Thomas Linville

- Match of the season, as narrated by Coach Mann: "In another nail biter at third doubles, Jaime Moore and Ashton Johnson in their second counting match of the season competed against Lynnwood. They were the only ones left on the court when the team score was tied 3-3. Sadly, they lost their first set in a close tiebreaker, so they had to win the next two sets to earn a victory for the team. They fought hard to ensure a win by putting volleys away at the net and hitting deep lobs that kept their opponents off balance. In the three hour saga, they finally clinched the victory with a final score of 6-7(4), 6-4, 6-3, and clinched the team win for Shorecrest."

2022-10-14 Update:

Recruiting Morning Video Announcers, Info Meeting: October 18

Curious about being part of the Morning Video Announcement Team? We will be auditioning students to become morning announcers. Come to the required info meeting in room 139 at Highlander Home on Tuesday, October 18, to learn more. Audition week is October 24-28. See Ms. Phillips in room 139 with any questions or email her at: johanna.phillips@ssd412.org.

Picture Packets & Picture Make up & Re-take Day info: October 19

Students who ordered photos should have received them this week. If that is not the case, please email johanna.phillips@ssd412.org ASAP. Picture Re-Take and Make Up Day is this Wednesday from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Commons. If you don’t like your pictures and want re-takes, bring your original pictures with you. This is only available to students who purchased pictures. There are no re-takes for ID card photos. If you were not here for Picture Day, you must come to Re-Take/Make Up Day (you should have received a note about this that can be used as a pass to leave class to get your picture taken. This is how students get their photo ID and how we update our pictures of them in the Student Information System.

Help Needed - Picture Make Up Day: October 19

October 19 is Shorecrest High School Picture Make Up / Re-Take Day! We need four volunteers to help. Please sign up to help out as students come in to get their photos taken! Assist the photographer in handing out photo cards and organizing students waiting in line. Sign in at the main office before reporting to the Commons. Sign up with this link:  https://signup.com/go/JbgHAdZ. Thank you so much! Email johanna.phillips@ssd412.org with any questions.

Help Needed - Senior Handprint Wall Day: October 26

Seniors will be participating in the Senior Handprint Wall during English & Civics Classes. Seniors in Running Start and seniors without an English or Civics class this semester can stop by the Main Stairwell anytime between 7:50 am - 12:55 pm to have their handprint added to the wall. We are in need of parent volunteers to help out during the event, please sign up here. No volunteer form is needed for this one-time opportunity.

Official Legal Name Changes to be Reflected in the Yearbook: Due October 28

This process must be completed through the help of your counselor and then sent to Mr. van den Bosch

THANK YOU to all our families who donated food and volunteered time in support of the Shorecrest Homecoming Dance! It was a huge success with 1,120 students in attendance. We could not have pulled off this huge event without the support of our volunteers and families. THANK YOU sooooo much! And thank you to the PTSA for organizing the volunteer sign up!

Homecoming 2022 Recap:

The senior class dominated the class competitions and was the overall winner in the return of Shorecrest Homecoming. We had such a phenomenal time at the Homecoming Assembly last Friday coming together in one spot to celebrate all things Highlander together. It gave me chills to see us all in one space sharing in those moments that bind us together. The Football Game and Halftime Show were also incredible events that brought even more of our Highlander Family from all over the district together. We celebrated not only our Shorecrest Royalty, but also the “School Ambassadors” representing our eastside feeder schools - our Future Scots! The Marching Band, Flag Team, Cheer Team, Highland Dancers, and Hip Hop Team all pulled together to make it a memorable evening full of Shorecrest spirit. Photos from the assembly, halftime, and dance can be found in this google folder.

Senior Graduation Caps & Gown Order Information - LAST CALL FOR LOWEST PRICING!

Seniors, 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.   Order info at this link. Jostens has extended its week of savings for our Seniors to October 16, 2022. During “Senior Week,” there will be free shipping and the best prices on caps/gowns. Shorecrest has a limited number of scholarships available for caps and gowns, please see your counselor ASAP. You may also choose to borrow a green gown from a former graduate in which case you would just need to purchase a new cap, tassel and stole. All items are available ala carte. 

Class of 2023 Senior Class Photo & Homecoming Photos

Please see this link for our Class of 2023 Senior Class Photo taken immediately after the senior class won Homecoming last week! Other photos from Homecoming are in this Google Drive Homecoming Photos Folder. Photos from the Dance Phototainment Booth are here.

Senior Class Fundraiser: Goodwill Fill the Truck: October 22

Support the Seniors in their quest for a low cost prom by donating to our Goodwill "Fill-The-Truck" fundraiser on Saturday, October 22, from 2:00 until 5:00 pm in the student parking lot at SC.  We accept donations of anything smaller than an end-table and non-hazardous.

College Application Personal Statement Session: October 25

@ SC - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm in the Career Center. Do you have a personal statement essay that needs a few more eyes? REGISTRATION link for this session can be found in Canvas 2023. 

Do you need help with FAFSA/WASFA?: October 25

Then come to the FAFSA/WASFA session happening in the commons from 5:30 - 7:30 pm!  Bring your chromebook. Tax information from 2021 and other personal information will be needed to complete the applications.

Senior Handprint Wall Day: October 26

Seniors will be participating in the Senior Handprint Wall during English & Civics Classes. Seniors in Running Start and seniors without an English or Civics class this semester can stop by the Main Stairwell anytime between 7:50 am - 12:55 pm to have their handprint added to the wall. We are in need of parent volunteers to help out during the event, please sign up here. No volunteer form is needed for this one-time opportunity.

Yearbook Senior Due Dates: October 28

Senior Quote: Friday, October 28, 2022

https://forms.gle/GoC9MRK2kJoKG8ZKA

Senior Pictures: Friday, October 28, 2022

https://forms.gle/JYuroarEjCgJ8mkZ9

Senior Tributes: Friday, October 28, 2022

https://forms.gle/cT8Sx56iNoW3E9n58

READY TO BE A BOOSTER?

Are you interested in being part of a super fun group of parents and would like to donate your time to support the students of Shorecrest? Join the Boosters by becoming a member or signing up to volunteer! To join, visit: http://tinyurl.com/JoinSCBoosters 

To get more info on how to become a member or volunteer for a future Booster event, visit: https://tinyurl.com/SCBoosterVolunteer

It's not too late to donate to the PTSA's Pass the Hat Fundraiser. Thank you to everyone who donated on Curriculum night! 

Support the work of the PTSA by making a donation today. Your donation helps us fund classroom grants and other programs that support Shorecrest staff and students. Donate here: https://www.shorecrestptsa.org/

CALL FOR ART!

Do you have a creative kiddo at your house?  SC Students are invited to participate in the 2022 Reflections Art Program. Reflections is a National PTA art recognition program which encourages students of all ages to explore the arts by reflecting on a selected theme. The theme this year is "Show Your Voice."  Students create new, original works of art and then submit their work into the contest.  There are 6 artistic categories for students to choose from:  visual arts, photography, dance, music, film and writing.  No previous art experience required. To ensure all students have the opportunity to participate, there is a special artist division option for students with recognized disabilities.  

What does "show your voice" mean?  It means whatever you want to say to the world! 

Deadline for entry is November 16. All submissions (artwork and required entry form) done via email.

For details and information go to https://www.shorecrestptsa.org/reflections

It is almost Halloween! While we do not celebrate Halloween at school, students are welcome to wear their costumes as long as they follow a few guidelines: no masks, no weapons (even if fake), and please avoid cultural appropriation (if it is a person's culture/heritage, it is not a costume). Thanks!

Student photos were distributed in Highlander Home classes on Monday, October 10. However, these were based off early September lists, so there have been lots of students who are not in those Homeroom classes. Staff were asked to return those pictures to Johanna Phillips to deliver to students. If a student hasn’t received their photos by October 14, they should email johanna.phillips@ssd412.org.

• Can photos be ordered late? Students who sat for pictures but didn’t order them earlier can order late.  If they go to the website, www.mydorian.com, and put in the school's name a list of picture dates comes up.  Next to the date the picture was taken there is a HELP button.  When they fill out the information, customer support will email back their Access Code so they can actually see the photo and then order. 

• What if a student was not here for picture day? Please join us for Re-Take/Make Up Day, Wednesday, October 19, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Commons. EVERYONE should do this even if they are not buying pictures - this is how students get their photo ID and how we update our pictures of them in the Student Information System.

• What if a student doesn’t like their pictures and wants retakes? Students who purchased pictures but want them retaken can come to  Re-Take/Make Up Day, Wednesday, October 19, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Commons. They need to bring in the pictures that they don’t want to keep. This is only available to students who purchased pictures. There are no re-takes for ID card photos.

October is Filipino American history month! If you want to know a little more about the history of the Fil-Am Community, join us for APICC Tuesdays at lunch in Room 245 in the month of October for a 3-part series about Filipino American history! All are welcome.

How to Arrange Early Dismissals
If your student needs an early dismissal for an appointment or other such reason, please notify our attendance office in advance by emailing sc.attendance@ssd412.org. We would like to know of the early dismissal at least one day in advance so we can prepare a pass to give to the student. When you arrive to pick up your child without prior notice, please know it will take more time for us to locate your student (oftentimes PE classes are on the field or on a walk) and have them meet you. If you would like to call, the Attendance Office phone is 206.393.4294

Visitors/Families on Campus
Anyone coming to school is asked to please check in with the Main Office when you enter the building.

Student Drop Off and Pick Up

We need your help. With the increased number of students being dropped off or picked up at Shorecrest, we need families to use the North Parking Loop (behind the theater building) and to follow the directions on our signage. Please DO NOT turn left out of our parking lot as it will back up traffic. Please turn RIGHT only. Please watch for student pedestrians. Please go slow and drive safely. Please be patient.

Dear Shorecrest Families and Students,

At the end of our 5th week of school things are going very well at Shorecrest.  We just finished a school week that included many Homecoming activities.  Our students enjoyed the opportunity to be part of resurrecting many of the school's traditions after a nearly three year hiatus.  We had a wonderful Homecoming Assembly.

The staff is pleased with the spirit and sense of belonging demonstrated by so many students.  There is a lot of work ahead and still some things that need more attention but it has been a very good start.

Our kids are just starting to settle into the routines of school and now is a good time to review and reinforce the importance of attendance. School attendance is important.  Students who miss more than 10 or more days a year are less likely to graduate from high school.  And just 1 or 2 days a month can add up and put students in jeopardy.  Parents can always check attendance by contacting our attendance office.  Email sc.attendance@ssd412.org  or phone call/voicemail to 206-393-4294.

Sincerely,

John Green
Principal
Shorecrest High School

Watch for scholarships by checking your k12 email and by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shorecrestcollegeandcareer

Important Dates:

Mon/Tue - Lunch - College Apps Cafe - Do you need help with your college applications? Personal Statement? Early deadlines are just around the corner, come by the SC College & Career Center! 

10/1 – FAFSA APPLICATION IS OPEN - This is a great opportunity to create your FSA ID, gather the important documents you need and submit ASAP. This is a high priority for students seeking aid post high school.

10/10 - WSU REGENTS SCHOLARSHIP. *LAST REMINDER* WSU REGENTS Scholarship deadline. Please fill this form out for more information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfreIc3EK43QULMyDooVXVKFwqigWN2f1Cw8Mxf3koGkCXSJQ/viewform 

10/25 - Personal Statement Session @ SC - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm in the Career Center. Do you have a personal statement essay that needs a few more eyes? REGISTRATION link for this session can be found in Canvas 2023. 

Do you need help with FAFSA/WASFA? Then come to the FAFSA/WASFA session happening in the commons from 5:30 - 7:30 pm!  Bring your chromebook. Tax information from 2021 and other personal information will be needed to complete the applications.

11/5 - Camelot Society Fundraiser - Camelot Society is a non-profit organization providing residential services for adults with developmental disabilities. For more information please find the link or email jeff@camelotsociety.org,

https://camelotsociety.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/CelebrateCamelots50thAnniversary/Volunteer/tabid/1317831/Default.aspx

10/9 & 11/6 - NACAC Virtual College Fair. This is one of the largest college events of the year! This is a great way to connect with colleges from all over! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/virtual/

11/4 & 11/5 - NACAC In-Person Seattle College Fair. Think Comic-Con except for colleges and universities. It is a ton of fun, and you learn about amazing colleges you never knew. Check it out!! Here is the link: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/seattle-national-college-fair/

COLLEGE VISITS THIS WEEK:  

10/11/22 during HiHo - University of the Pacific

10/13/22 during Lunch - University of Washington-Seattle Campus *SC THEATER*

10/14/22 during Lunch - Grinnell College

LOCATION: COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

For more information on upcoming events or questions, please contact Mr. Orallo – mario.orallo@ssd412.org

Dear Shorecrest Families,

Thursday night was a successful Open House with a big crowd and great participation by our staff and volunteer ambassador students. Also thanks to the Shorecrest PTSA and Booster Club for taking part in the evening - both of these groups provide opportunities for parents to get involved and support school programs.

Next week is Homecoming Week with spirited and fun activities for students all week highlighted by the Homecoming Assembly and football game on Friday and the Homecoming Dance on Saturday.  You will find detailed information about Homecoming below.

With Warmest Regards, 

John Green, Principal

Shorecrest High School

Watch for scholarships by checking your k12 email and by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shorecrestcollegeandcareer

Dear Shorecrest Students and Families,

Mark your calendars for Fall Open House! You are cordially invited to visit with us Thursday, September 29, at 6:30 PM. The evening begins in the gym with a brief introduction by John Green, our Principal. In addition, you will be hearing from Shorecrest PTSA and Boosters Club about their activities and the opportunities to become involved at Shorecrest. Our program will then continue with visits to students classrooms.

Counselors and the SC Drug/Alcohol Counselor will be at tables in the Commons and can answer any questions.

If you need help with Canvas or Parent Square, tech help will also be available in the Commons. Look for signs on the tables to find them.

Please note these pre-sessions:

• 5:45 - 6:30 PM: Learn about the Personal Statement. SC staff along with a few college admissions representatives from Seattle area colleges and universities will present an overview, tips and tricks, and discuss a few sample statements. This has been a popular event in the past and we are excited to be able to host this in person again this year! Meet in the SC Library.
• 6:00 - 6:30 PM: MLL Families. More details will be shared soon. 

We look forward to seeing you! 

Shorecrest High School

(Please fill out this form with your student’s class schedule & bring it with you. Maps will be available.)

Watch for scholarships by checking your k12 email and by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shorecrestcollegeandcareer

Please do not drop off or pick up your student in the front parking lot of the main building for student safety and for the ease of our buses who rely on this area being open in the morning and afternoon. Buses are also traveling throughout the school day to provide transportation to and from Shorewood so the bus only lanes need to remain open during school hours.
 
To pick up or drop off your student please go to the north parking lot (driveway is located behind, north of, the theater). Please follow the signs to loop around the lot and pick up your student outside the building (for students, they will need to exit out the door by the green stairs). To help get out of the north parking lot quickly, remember to only turn right onto to 25th Avenue.

If you have not already ordered school pictures there is still time.

The most efficient and cost-friendly way to order is to visit mydorian.com, search for Shorecrest High School, click the green Order button that corresponds with your school picture day and place your order. This option is available for up to four (4) days after picture day. Picture Day was September 8.

Once all of the images have been processed. Any student that has not ordered will receive an email with a unique access code and instructions to preview their image and place an order. All orders placed using the unique access code will be shipped directly to the student’s home.

Did you miss picture day or want to retake your picture?

Find your school’s retake day date (October 3) and order information on mydorian.com by searching for your school. A student wishing to have their picture retaken should bring their original package back to school and return it to the photographer on retake picture day.

Digital downloads are delivered based on how you ordered.

If you ordered an image download online, you will receive an email with access to your image once it is ready. If you ordered with an envelope, you will receive your download instructions when packages are distributed at the school.

Need More Assistance?

Contact the Dorian Customer Advocate Team by visiting mydorian.com, searching for *|ACCOUNT|*, and clicking on the yellow Help button associated with your picture day.

We invite you to visit with us Thursday, September 29, starting at 6:30 PM. The evening begins in the gym with a brief introduction by John Green, our Principal. In addition, you will be hearing from our PTSA and Boosters Club about their activities and the opportunities to become involved at Shorecrest. Our program will then continue with visits to your student’s classrooms starting at 6:50 PM.  

Look for more details in next week's Broadcast.

2022-09-09 Update:

Our Fall Pep Assembly is Friday, September 16! Students - wear your green & gold!

Shorecrest Friday Night Lights returns September 16. Please join us for our home football game next Friday at the Shoreline Stadium at 7:00 pm. In addition to the football team, check out performances from cheer, flags and marching band! Come