Week of February 11, 2024

February 15 - Hispanic Scholarship Application Deadline

February 15-16 - Mid-winter Break - No School

February 19 - Presidents Day - No School

February 21 - Parent Chat - Parenting the Teenage Brain

February 26 - U.S. Army National Guard, U.S. Navy & UW Bothell

February 26 - Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale Deadline

February 29 - PNW College Credit Information

March 1 - Remlinger Farms Pie Sale Deadline

March 21 - WANIC Open House

April 15 - Sea Mar Scholarship Application Deadline

Whether you’re taking a quick getaway or staying close to home, we wish you a safe and enjoyable Mid-Winter Break!

There will be no newsletter next week to allow our newsletter volunteers time off with their family.

Support our 2024 Seniors! 

Buy your Doughnut Vouchers NOW! Redeem them ANYTIME!

What a great way to make your Valentine's Day (or any day!) gift-giving a little sweeter! Add a doughnut voucher that you or your friends and family can redeem anytime.

Support this year's Senior Class and stock up on your Krispy Kreme vouchers now - then enjoy your doughnuts anytime, anywhere in the US!

Purchase until Monday, February 26 and 50% of your order will be donated back to RHS PTSA when you purchase via our fundraising sales page! Simply buy online, visit your local store, and redeem using your voucher code.

Happy gift giving and thank you for supporting our Graduating Class of 2024!

Appreciate our Amazing RHS Staff ...with a Pie!

It's almost Pi Day, so be sure to order your pies and treat our RHS staff to a pie at the same time. What better way to honor our AMAZING staff than by donating a delicious pie for Pi Day. 

Show our teachers and staff just how much they are appreciated!

Choose from Bumbleberry Pie, Cherry Pie, Granny Smith Apple Pie, or Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie! Each 9" pie is handmade and frozen to keep it fresh. And this year, we have a limited supply of Gluten-Free options, too! These pies are smaller but just as delicious.

Pie sales close on Friday, March 1, so don't delay! Your pie will be ready for pick-up on Wednesday, March 13 between 11am-2pm! Order at this link.

The RHS PTSA is hosting a Spring Arts Fair on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 10am-4pm. This year's Arts Fair is sure to be a crowd pleaser and we can't wait to share it with our entire community!

Community Event

Bring the whole family to shop the art and craft works of our amazing local artisans. You will not be disappointed by the amazing array of unique art! Grab a bite to eat at our food truck while spending a lovely day at this fun, community outdoor event!

Calling all Local Artists

This is your time to shine! Come join our annual event and share your amazing artworks with the community. Students, you are welcome, too! Use the link to register today!

Annual Poster Contest 

Students, enter your poster design to be featured at next year's Official Arts Fair Marketing Poster! Your artwork will be showcased all around town and all-over social media advertising next year's event! Email programs@redmondhsptsa.org for more information.

Join the Scholarship Committee!

Calling all members of the Redmond High School community! We invite you to become a vital part of our Scholarship Committee by volunteering to review applications from our senior students. Note that parents of seniors are unable to serve on this committee. If you're eager to contribute and make a meaningful impact, please express your interest by reaching out to us via email at scholarships@redmondhsptsa.org. Let's work together to support our students in reaching new heights!

During the month of February, order Little Caesars Meal Kits (or get a code for Hot and Fresh Little Caesars). Proceeds benefit RHS Drama.

Order Today!

2024 Hispanic Scholarship Fund Program

About Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF):

HSF empowers families with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing scholarships and support services to as many exceptional students as possible.

Founded in 1975, HSF has awarded over $730 million in scholarships. HSF Scholars have access to valuable Scholar Support Services and, as funding permits, scholarships ranging from $500 to $5,000.

Eligibility:

• Must be of Hispanic heritage.

• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA.

• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students.

• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year  university, or graduate school, in the U.S., for the 2024-2025 academic year.

• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable).

Application due by Thursday, February 15. For more information and to apply visit this link.

Sea Mar awards more than one hundred scholarships each year to highly deserving Washington state students.

Since 1998, Sea Mar has been committed to help students who face economic barriers by providing scholarships in order for them to go to college, accomplish their goals, and succeed in life.

If you want more information about the different scholarships Sea Mar offers, click on this link.

Online application due by Monday, April 15.

February Events in the College and Career Center

All events in the CCC are open to all students and sign-ups are not required unless otherwise noted. Rep visits are informal drop-in tabling events, and all students are encouraged to attend.

During lunchtimes

• Eat your lunch and chat with friends. Watch videos about FAFSA or college and career readiness topics. All students are welcome to come! Be sure to clean up after you're done.

Monday, February 26, 12–1:30pm 

• U.S. Army National Guard

• U.S. Navy

• UW Bothell

Thursday, February 29, during HERD Support

• PNW College Credit Information (Sign up in FlexiSched under College and Career Center)

Changes do occur so check the CCC webpage for the most current events happening there. Contact College and Career Guidance Specialist Rose Wu at rwu@lwsd.org if you have any questions regarding these events.

WANIC Open House

WANIC Open House will be held on Thursday, March 21 from 5-7pm at Lake Washington Institute of Technology. Meet with program teachers to learn more about WANIC programs.

Learn about full year programs designed for high school juniors and seniors. Students enrolled in high schools in Bellevue, Issaquah, Lake Washington, Mercer Island, Northshore, Riverview and Snoqualmie Valley School Districts are eligible to apply. NO TUITION!

Automotive Tech, Aviation Tech, Baking & Pastry, Building Industry Tech - Core Plus Construction, Cisco Networking, Culinary Arts, Dental Careers, DigiPen Art & Animation, DigiPen Data Analytics, DigiPen Game Design, DigiPen Music & Sound Design, DigiPen Video Game Programming, Fire & EMS, Health Science Careers - Nursing, Maritime Welding - Core Plus, Medical Careers, and Sports Medicine.

Click here for more information.

Where to Find CCC Information and Resources

Check the College and Career Center webpage for updates, information and resources for College and Non-College exploration, Financial Aid and Scholarships, College and Career Center Events and Community Events Calendar, Career-related Programs and Student Opportunities such as Jobs, Volunteering, Internships, Apprenticeships and more!  

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Senior Families: Apply for Financial Aid NOW!

Simpler, more generous 2024-25 financial aid applications now available!

A family of four making up to $120,500 may be eligible for aid.

Financial aid applications for this year’s graduating seniors are now available, although students and families should expect some technical issues for the time being. And it will take longer than usual for colleges to get and process applications and respond with financial aid awards.

Applications were delayed this year as updates were made to improve the FAFSA and WASFA forms and increase aid eligibility. In Washington, there are two ways to apply for financial aid. You should only complete one application—the FAFSA or the WASFA:

• FAFSA: Most people should complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The FAFSA is used by U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens to apply for both state and federal financial aid. The new 2024-25 FAFSA has been released in a “soft launch.” Families may experience technical issues with the form over the next few weeks, but there’s no need to rush to apply—there is no deadline for state or federal financial aid.

• WASFA: The WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) is an application for state financial aid. The WASFA is for people who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA due to immigration status, defaulted federal loans, or other issues with federal aid. The new 2024-25 WASFA is now available.

Applying for financial aid is a crucial first step toward college or job training. Many families assume they won’t qualify, but there’s more help available than ever before (https://wsac.wa.gov/wcg). This year, a family of four making up to $120,500 can qualify for financial aid in Washington. The only way to know for sure if you’re eligible is to apply.

Learn more, get support, and apply for financial aid on WSAC's Apply page .

Have you ever wondered just why teenagers seem so alien? Compelling research shows that the answer lies in the brain. Come learn about how the teenage brain differs from an adult brain, and what you, as a parent, can do differently to communicate with a brain that is still under construction!

Register here.

Wednesday, February 21 from 7-8pm over Zoom.