Important Dates

Nov 11

• Veteran's Day (no school)

Nov 17

• End of quarter one
• TCS open house & CSCA mixer

Nov 24–25

• Thanksgiving & Native American Heritage Day (no school)

Dec 1

• CSCA board meeting (6:30–8:30 pm, Zoom)

Dec 12

• Alumni brunch

Dec 16

• 1–hour early dismissal

Dec 19–30

• Winter break (no school)

Jan 2

• New Year's Day observed (no school)

Jan 16

• MLK Day (no school)

Jan 19

• CSCA board meeting (6:30–8:30 pm, Zoom)

Feb 8

• Last day of first semester

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Teen Health Center

TCS Students can get medical and mental health services at the Ballard Teen Health Center. To schedule, call or text clinic coordinator Say Tuitele at 206-390-3355. Or email at Sailau.Tuitele@swedish.org.

The Children's Film Festival Seattle (February 3-12, 2023) is looking for its next Youth Jury! Over the past 18 years, Children’s Film Festival Seattle has become the largest film festival on the West Coast dedicated to children and their families.

Each year, more than 25 youth ages 8-18 participate on youth-led juries to view films and award official prizes to CFFS' short and feature films. Youth are the ultimate decision-makers on these panels, which provide an excellent opportunity for NWFF’s young film lovers to sharpen their critical eye and have meaningful opportunities to engage with other youth.

We are seeking a diverse youth jury pool from throughout Washington State, who are representative of the inclusive, multicultural priorities of CFFS, and its mission to inspire empathy, understanding, and a nuanced view of the world.

Learn more and apply.

Musical Theater in the Hands of Tomorrow's Leaders

The Rising Star Project uses the resources and professional knowledge that exist at The 5th Avenue Theatre to help every young person achieve a fulfilling career, a stronger sense of self, and confidence in their ability to inspire positive change in the world. Since 2011, this tuition-free program has opened the doors of The 5th Avenue Theatre to teenagers throughout Washington State. This season, we are excited to bring students back to the main stage.

Performing Mar 16, 17, and 18

Winter of 2023 will bring the Rising Star Project back to The 5th Avenue stage performing this iconic and beloved musical. Students teams will be involved in various aspects of the performance, technical, and administrative of this production, working alongside industry professionals in this unique mentorship experience.

Eligibility

This program is available to all Washington State students ages 14-19. Eligible participants are within this age range for the majority of the project timeline. Rehearsals will take place most often at The 5th Avenue Theatre in the evening (approximately 4-9) and on Saturdays (approximately 10-6). Performances will occur on the stage at The 5th.

Tuition

The 5th Avenue Theatre’s Rising Star Project is a tuition-free program. Please note that participants are responsible for expenses associated with day-to-day transportation and meals.

Apply online.

Skate Like a Girl is a space for women, trans, non-binary &/or gender non-conforming skaters.

You must register prior to attending!

Kennedy Center VSA Playwright Discovery Program 2023

Young writers with disabilities enrolled in high school (generally, ages 14-19) are invited to submit a ten-minute script for the opportunity to participate in a playwrights program. The script should have at least two characters, incorporate an engaging plot, and move the audience through an emotional or entertaining experience all within ten minutes (this is usually eight to nine pages in 12pt. Arial font).

Winners will receive a financial award ($1,000 USD) and work with industry professionals to further develop their script, receive coaching/mentorship, and participate in networking opportunities.

Disability is a broad umbrella that covers a variety of lived experiences. Eligible student writers may have visible, physical, and/or sensory conditions, as well as less visible conditions like anxiety, ADHD, depression, chronic illness/pain, PTSD, OCD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, neurodivergence, and more.

Please review full eligibility requirements and application details on our website.

True Colors' Next Narrative Monologue CompetitionTM

NNMC features newly created works from fifty of America's leading contemporary Black playwrights that engage students of all backgrounds in artful exploration of 21st century themes, while instilling confidence in all to find their voices.

Founded by True Colors Theatre Company in Atlanta, the NNMC mission is to celebrate the rich tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold artists of all cultures. This Black storytelling lens is not exclusionary, but provides an inclusive portal to new worlds and the truths therein.

In each participating region, students progress through three competition rounds: Preliminaries, Semi-Finals, and Regional Finals. Then, the top two winners from each regional competition participate in the National Finals, receiving an all-expense-paid trip to New York City that includes workshops with theater professionals, tickets to a Broadway show, the chance to win a cash prize, and more!

Register now to join the 2022/23 Seattle region Next Narrative Monologue Competition! All high school-aged youth (grades 9-12) living in Washington state are encouraged to participate.

Register

Poetry Out Loud virtual registration is Open now for students grades 9-12!

Poetry Out Loud is a national poetry recitation competition for students in grades 9-12. This national arts education program builds on elements of slam poetry and spoken word to engage students with the power of literature. Deadline to register is Nov 18. Register here.