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UPCOMING DATES OF NOTE
 
For more information on upcoming events, visit the Tesla STEM PTSA calendar page.
            
Updated Calendar Items

JUNE 4 - 8 - Senior Finals
JUNE 13 - Graduation
JUNE 15, 18, 19 - Second Semester Finals (subject to
 change if we have weather-related make up days)

Please Note:  We do not give early finals.  Please plan accordingly...thank you!!

ASB Events

ASB events are advertised by students, for students.  

Please remind your student to check the ASB calendar posted in the school or look on the  Tesla STEM HS website  for the most current information. 

ASB may opt to send announcements to this newsletter for inclusion, but it is not their primary source of communication.



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WEEK OF  MARCH 26 - 30, 2018 
Attention Class of 2018: LWPTSA Council Scholarships Available
 
The Lake Washington Schools Foundation (LWSF) is funding two additional LWPSTA Council scholarships < Scholarships LWPTSA Council 2018> this year for $10,000 each! One recipient will be selected from the LWPTSA Council Perseverance or Turn Around scholarship applicants, and a second recipient will be selected from the LWPTSA Council Merit or Education scholarship applicants. This is in addition to the $1,250 scholarships funded by LWPTSA Council:
 
*             8 Merit scholarships - 2 per Learning Community*
*             2 Education scholarships
*             1 Perseverance scholarship
*             1 Turn Around scholarship
*             L.E. Scarr 2 year scholarship, technical or vocational
*             1 At-Large scholarship
 
*     NEW: 2 LWSF Scholarships for $10,000 each
 
Students may apply for more than one scholarship, but only one will be awarded per student. Click here  http://www.lwptsa.net/lake-washington-ptsa-council-2018-scholarship-program-applications/ for more information and to download an application. Completed applications are due April 18th; early applications are welcome.
 
* LWSD students not attending one of the four neighborhood high schools apply for merit scholarships based on residence; so if a you live in the boundary area for Lake Washington HS, your Tesla STEM student will be considered for one of two Lake Washington Learning Community merit scholarships.
 

ASB News: Save the Date for Tolo!
 
Tesla STEM ASB is holding Tolo on Saturday, April 14th at Resonance at SOMA Towers from 7-10:00pm.  More details including ticket information will be shared with students during school.

Prom Committee Fundraiser
 
The Prom Committee is selling Brown Bear car wash tickets for ONLY $5.00! Support our seniors and use the link to reserve your tickets:
 
 
Tickets will be available for pickup during lunch, while supplies last. This is organized by the senior class and is NOT a PTSA fundraiser.
 
Volunteer opportunity

Washington Technology Student Organization serves more than 7,000 middle and high school students in the state of Washington who are interested in careers in STEM-related fields. WSTA provides opportunities for students to explore careers through hands-on competitions and interaction with industry professionals. WTSA also provides leadership training and professional development opportunities to students. You can help Washington TSA by volunteering your time as an event judge during the 2018 State Conference, held March 22-24 at the Doubletree Seatac Hotel. The complete list of students can be found at:  
 
Senior Showcase

April 19
7:00 - 8:45 pm - Seniors, families and staff
8:00 - 8:45 pm - Community
 
Parents, staff, and family are invited to an evening celebrating the senior class.  The first 45 minutes will be a gathering to celebrate the seniors with music, poetry, and talks. During the second 45 minutes, after 8:00, the community will be welcome to join us for an opportunity to see the projects the seniors have worked on all year.

Volunteer as a competitive event judge and invest in Washington's future workforce

Meet tomorrow's business leaders. 
Please click in the link Tricreative WA FBLA for full information. Thank you!

Tissues needed

Classrooms are in need of tissues and we appreciate any donations. The boxes can be delivered to the office.  Thank you!  
Grad Night tickets still available

Grad Night is an all-night celebration which starts immediately following graduation in June. It is the last time our Tesla STEM High School students will be together as a class and is intended as a safe alternative to private parties.  Students are whisked by bus to two separate private venues for a night they won't forget with tons of activities, dancing, entertainment, food and prizes.
 
MAKE SURE YOUR KID GETS TO BE PART OF THE FUN!
 
Note that Grad Night is sponsored by Tesla STEM PTSA. It is not an official school or ASB activity.
 
PRICING:
Early Bird: $175.00 (extended to February 19, 2018)
Regular:     $195.00 (after February 19, 2018)
Note: These prices apply, if paid by check. There is a small processing fee for online sales to cover our costs: $4 for Early Bird tickets (for a total of $179) and $5 for Regular Tickets (for a total of $200).
 
IMPORTANT: Scholarships are available.  Please contact your student's counselor if you would like to request assistance.   We don't want the expense to be an issue for any student.
 
SIGN UP TODAY!
 
HOW TO BUY TICKETS
Two ways to purchase:
Online: Tickets can be purchased online OR
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By check:  You can bring a check to the school office or mail it to:
 
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Tesla STEM High School
4301 228th Ave N.E.
Redmond, WA 98053
 
The envelope should be marked "Attn: Grad Night". Make checks payable to "Tesla STEM PTSA". Please put your student's name, phone and email on the check.
 
DONATIONS/SPONSOR A STUDENT
If you would like to make a donation to support Grad Night or to sponsor a student scholarship, visit the Grad Night site and donate via PayPal.
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For more information, email us at [email protected]
Tesla STEM PTSA Contributions
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who submitted a monetary contribution to Tesla STEM PTSA!  Your donations made it possible for PTSA to grant almost $20,000 to Tesla STEM HS for the following:
 
  • Iris fluorescent microscope which allows students to visualize fluorescent protein tags on cells
  • Spanish periodicals to enhance student learning
  • Books for the counseling resource center
 
Your contributions also helped fund events such as the BBQ/Movie Night and Reflections art contest as well as provide support for students in need due to financial hardship.
 
Tesla STEM PTSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  Donors may use their canceled check and/or  PayPal verification as a receipt for their tax records; please confirm with your tax advisor.  If you require a receipt from Tesla STEM PTSA, please contact  [email protected].
Represent Tesla STEM PTSA at the LWSF Luncheon
You are invited!
 
Please join the Tesla STEM community for Lake Washington Schools Foundation's annual benefit luncheon. The 2018 LWSF "Bridge The Gap" luncheon will be held at the Marriott Redmond Town Center on Tuesday, March 27 at 11:30am.
 
*RSVP online on the LWSF website: http://www.lwsf.org/bridgethegap.html
*To join a STEM table please note "Greta Climer, Tesla STEM High School" when registering.
 
Your meal is complimentary. The luncheon is indeed a benefit, so please bring a giving spirit. 
 
Not able to attend? Not a problem! You can still support the children of our school district with a Virtual Attendee gift made online at https://lwsf.salsalabs.org/bridgethegapgiving/index.html.
 
Thanks in advance for being part of the Tesla STEM community and extending our support to the Lake Washington Schools Foundation. Please contact Tesla STEM parent Greta Climer ( [email protected]) if you have any questions.
Lost & Found
   
Please have your students check the Lost and Found in the main office for items they may have misplaced. Anything left behind on Friday, March 30 th will be donated to charity or tossed. 
 
There are two flip-phones that have been in the office for a few months.   
March 28th PTSA Membership Meeting Canceled
 
Since we do not have business to conduct, the March 28th PTSA Membership Meeting is canceled. Please mark your calendars for our final PTSA Membership Meeting of the year on Wed, May 30th at 7:00pm which will include 2018-19 officer elections, 2018-19 budget approval and a presentation on "Students and Stress".
 

PTSA is here to help!

Tesla STEM PTSA believes that financial need shouldn't be a barrier to students fully participating in the Tesla STEM HS curriculum. To support that, the PTSA has partnered with the school counselors and Principal to provide scholarship funds to students in need.
  
Families who need help with fees and supplies are encouraged to contact their counselor at STEM with their requests.
  
Confidentiality of such requests is strictly maintained - requests are considered by the school and no one at PTSA knows the names of the requestors. 
  
Please don't hesitate to contact the counselors, if PTSA can help.
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