What's HOT at School this Week?

CSCA Publication

WHAT'S HOT Week of November 5, 2018

Coffee/Tea w/ the Principal

Per Scheduling with the Front Office 206-252-9850

Please check the school website regularly for complete schedule and updates!

Fridge without automatic defrost (Science Dept.)
Two black wheeling office chairs (Science Dept.)
White, black, or gray mat board - the larger the better (Art Dept.)
Wood frames (new or used) with glass and hanging wire on the back. In good condition, less-ornate black preferred in 8x10 minimum up to 18x24 (Art Dept.)
People who are willing to cut beveled windows in mat board (cutting party to be announced)

Please let Molly Goldman

know if you have a lead or would like to sponsor these needs. Thanks!

REMINDER: Reminder: TCS students get discounted monorail passes. Bring student ID or transportation notice (or have Ms. Tracey print out a notice that you attend TCS) and show at monorail office to get your $25 monthly pass.

CENTER SCHOOL
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

We have parking passes at

the front desk. If you have access to a printer, we can email you the pass for the date of your visit. Just email either Tracey Lott or Kathy Webb with the date of your visit and we will email you a pass for that exact date.

Map of Grounds.

DISTRICT CALENDAR

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upcoming events :

(CSCA) CENTER SCHOOL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

The CSCA is our PTA. Our purpose is to work the for betterment of Center School for all students.

2018-2019 Executive Board

Co-Presidents
Heidi Raykeil	Malinda Bailey
Co-Vice Presidents
Hannah Morgan	TBD
Co-Secretaries
Leanne Larkin	Maizun Blackbird
*Co-Treasurers*
Andrea Anderson	Frank Lockhart

Join Us On Facebook!

The Center School Parents is a closed group.

DRAGON'S FIRE WANTS YOU!

Dragon's Fire wants to hear about what's going on in our school community.

Please submit articles and pictures to Dragon's Fire by 3 PM on Friday

to be in the following week's newsletter.

Do you know anyone who should be getting Dragon's Fire but isn't? Just send them this link!

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RESPONSE TO ARMORY INCIDENT ON FRIDAY

Dr. Casey will be sending out a communication via "robo-call" regarding what will be happening at TCS in the aftermath of the tragic killing of 28-year old Gabrielle Maria Garcia late Friday afternoon in the Armory.

Thank you to the parents who reached out to Dr. Casey over the weekend. While she was aware of the students involved in TCS after school programs (having worked with staff at the time to contact parents and arrange for transportation home), she has since learned that additional students may have been in the Armory at the time. After speaking with parents this weekend, she has been co ordinating with Seattle Center and with District Safety and Security and will be sharing information with all families regarding protocols in place for this week.

SPS ANNUAL LGBTQ FAMILIES DINNER

Thursday November 8, 6-8pm

Meany Middle School

301 21st Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

Members of the school board will be there to welcome LGBTQ families and their friends. All SPS families and staff are welcome to attend!

This event is brought to you by the Health Education Office. Dinner and entertainment will be provided.

To reserve space at this popular event, please RSVP with the number of people in your party to Brennon Ham in the Health Education Office at 206-743-3564.

UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE

TCS Open Houses are put on by the ASB (student government) with support from CSCA. The students do a great job representing and "selling" the school, but they need our help ... providing snacks ! Our first one is on 11/15, so please click here to sign up!

These Open Houses are a key recruitment strategy for TCS, an important part of keeping enrollment numbers up (which means keeping district funding up), and enriching our school community!

STATEMENT OF SUPPORT

The New York Times recently reported that the Department of Health and Human Services is looking to redefine gender in a way that would no longer be inclusive of transgender and non-binary people.

On behalf of The Center School CSCA, we would like to be very clear that our school community stands in support, recognition and affirmation of our trans- and non-binary students, staff and families.

Heidi Raykeil and Malinda Bailey

CSCA Co-Presidents

TCS STUDENTS SELECTED FOR THE SPS 2018-19 STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD

From Seattle Public Schools:

"Superintendent Juneau is excited to announce the members of the first Superintendent's Student Advisory Board (SAB). Superintendent Juneau convened the Student Advisory Board to help provide student voice, advice, and perspectives to the superintendent."

Congratulations to these TCS students!

Katie Bishop , Grade 9

Ramona Blackbird , Grade 10

Click here for more information.

NEED SERVICE HOURS OR WANT AN INTERNSHIP?

SEATTLE CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP CORPS

Crews of 12 students and 2 adult leaders meet one evening a month and one week end a month, from January to May. Crews will do hands on service work such as ecological restoration, trail building, and urban farming, explore issues related to conservation, environmental justice, social justice and team-building, and take part in outdoor recreation such as backpacking, snowshoeing, kayaking and much more!

Click here for more information.

WINTERFEST ICE ARENA

Needs student helpers in exchange for service hours!

Where:

Fisher Pavilion

When:

Friday, November 23, 2018 through January 6, 2019

How to Sign Up:

Click here and pick the shift or shifts you can work.

Skating ability or experience is not required. Wear warm clothes and shoes. Weekends and school break are the most in need of help.

Questions? Contact Sallie Crowell.

MESSAGE FROM MRS. D - PLANNING MEETINGS

Seniors - If you haven't yet met with me about your current plans for next year whether you're planning to go to college or not, PLEASE come by and make an appointment.

Talk to me about finding a JOB, getting into a technical certificate program, etc. College is not for everyone and there are LOTS of different routes -- one just right for you.

Here's my schedule for the next couple of weeks. Just pick a time, make sure your teacher is okay with you missing class if that applies, and send me an email. It's November already, so let's get planning.

Tuesday Nov. 6th, Friday Nov. 9th, Tuesday Nov. 13th,
Wednesday Nov. 14th, Tuesday Nov. 20th, Wednesday Nov. 21st, Tuesday Nov. 27th, Wednesday Nov. 28th

COLLEGE APPLICATION CENTRAL

The University of Washington application deadline is fast approaching! Be sure to apply by November 15th. If you have questions about the Coalition application, click here.

Teacher and Counselor Recommendations

are part of the college application process. Don't forget to check in with each teacher(s) or Ms. Karen who is writing a recommendation for you to make sure they got your invitation, have your brag sheet, know the deadline. Please ask for their help at least 2 weeks in ad vance and don't forget to thank them!

Fee Waivers - Do you need a fee waiver to apply for a college or send your SAT scores? Check out this link or come see Mrs. de Normandie.

Transcripts - For a formal sealed transcript, go to your Naviance account, add the college you're applying to and request a transcript to be sent. Like magic, Tracey will send your transcript to the

designated school. For a pdf version, see Ms. Karen or Ms. Tracey.

Apprenticeships - The best way to explore these well-paid hands-on careers are through pre-apprenticeship programs....not sure where to start? Click here or talk to Ms. Wyn.

Tracking College Applications - Make sure you've set up some sort of tracking method such as a checklist to track your college applications and due dates. Better yet,use NAVIANCE!!! Ask for recommendations early and follow up with reminders. Pick one college application to finish all the way through soon .... because once you've done one, the others will come easier, really!

If you need help, come see ...or email Mrs. D.

REP VISITS IN THE COMMONS!

Come talk with representatives from these schools!

NOTE: This Tuesday 11/6, Mrs. D will be in the Humanities classes helping Seniors add college selections & request transcripts in Naviance

Monday, 11/5 3pm	Western Washington University Freddy Collins
Tuesday, 11/6 12:30pm	Verto Education (Gap Year w/College Credit) Leah Sharaby
Thursday, 11/8 3pm	WWU - Fairhaven College Suzanne Baker
Friday, 11/9 12:30pm	Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising Ann Andro
Tuesday, 11/13 3pm	Cornish Lena Whittle
Thursday, 11/15 8-5:30pm	Black College Expo @ Renton HS It's free, but you have to register

SCHOLARSHIPS

It's okay to simply focus on college applications right now and tackle scholarships later.....no worries. But please remember that many scholarship have deadlines, so it never hurts to check for opportunities each month.

Here is the November Scholarship Bulletin from SPS, showing all scholarships with a due date in November and December.

A full comprehensive scholarship list, with due dates beyond December, can be found on Naviance. Here's a Reference Guide for Finding & Tracking Scholarships.

You might also think about checking out the following sites.

SCHOLLY is another scholarship search tool available for $2.99 a month. This site helps you: 1. Find scholarships for college and graduate school tailored just for you; 2. Instantly proofread and enhance scholarship essays and writing assignments; 3. Manage and track your application statuses all in one place; and 4. Access your scholarships wherever you go, on all your devices.
theWashBoard connects Washington students of all types with Washington scholarship providers....for FREE. Whether you'll be attending in state or out, you save time by entering your profile once and letting us find the scholarship opportunities that fit. theWashBoard.org is spam-free and will never sell your information.
Whether you're a high school student, college student, nontraditional or adult-learner, SCHOLARSHIPS.COM allows you to complete a free profile then get matched to scholarships and grants you're qualified for from colleges, universities, organizations, foundations, corporations, government & more.

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