Chalk and Talk - June 4th 4:30-7:30pm

Come join Garfield in decorating the front of the school for gun violence awareness day.

Superintendent Shuldiner will be present.

*Inviting students, families and neighbors to come together to build connection. There will be music, chalk, the Double Dutch Divas, Wally's Soul Food truck and even a dunk tank! *This event is an evolution of what happened during school last year on June 6, 2025, a call for change thru memorial for three GHS students who lost their lives to gun violence (Amarr Murphy-Paine, Soloman Taylor and Salvador "Junior" Granillo). Last year Students decorated the front patio with messages of hope and memorials for their friends.

Donate Blood June 5th

On Friday, June 5, from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, Garfield will partner with Bloodworks Northwest to host the 2nd Annual GHS Blood Drive in the Garfield gymnasium.

The blood drive is one way our community can turn awareness into action. Access to blood transfusions can be one of the leading factors in survival for gunshot victims, and we are asking community members to help fill all 300 blood donation slots.

Sign up to donate blood

Buy and Pick up yearbooks

Yearbooks will be distributed everyday this week in the commons during both lunches and after school. Yearbooks can be purchased with $60 cash or with a card via a SchoolPay link. Students that pre-ordered a book will also be able to pick them up- there is a list on the wall outside room 201.

We need you! Help the PTSA in 2026-27

Volunteer to help with specific roles, events or even tasks.  This is a great way to learn more about Garfield, meet other parents and help the community.

We are still trying to fill the following board positions: Vice-President, Communications and Fundraising. There are also volunteer roles available. Contact info@garfieldptsa.org.

Congratulations to Class

of 2026 Y-Scholars

The Y-Scholar Jubilee was held on Tuesday, June 2 to celebrate all Garfield Y-Scholars. At the celebration, the graduating Y-Scholars shared their college choices and $40,000 in YMCA scholarships were announced.  

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Y-Scholars:

Anna Manda, CheyeAnne Morris, Devyn Hall, Emi Skerritt, Hamza Kadir, Hayaat Haji, Hayelom Beyene, Jade Warren, Jordan Powell, Keyaira Avery, Kirara Parramore, Layla Abbott, Lazaya Howard, Maraky Getu, Meriyem Roba, Nahome Mandefro, Olivia Hanson-Bush, Princess Green, Queen Bradley-Howell, Riyana Deq, Virgo Fields, Xavier McConico, and Zahyir Nasir.

The Y-Scholar program is a college-readiness program that provides mentoring and support to the students of color. This program is run through the YMCA with staff on site at Garfield. Students join in freshman year and participate for all four years of high school. Garfield PTSA is a proud supporter of this program. To donate directly to the program, go to:  https://give.seattleymca.org/GarfieldYScholars

Friday staff Breakfast June 5th

We just need a few more donations for the last "Friday Breakfast" of the school year!

Please donate Breakfast Foods, Baked Goods, Fruit or Juice for GHS Teachers & Staff to enjoy. Can't drop off on Fri. morning? No problem... Contact Jennifer Marquardt for hand-off plan. The PTSA provides coffee to go along with your contribution of food, baked goods and fruit to support GHS teachers & staff at every First Friday Breakfast. Thanks to everyone who drops off yummy food for an always impressive spread! GO BULLDOGS!

Sign up link

GRADNIGHT PARTY - Deadline to buy tickets extended to June 5!!

Purple, Blue, Green & Red buses are all full but there is still room on the recently added Gold bus.   

 On June 16 (8:30 PM–6:00 AM), the entire senior class will come together for one final overnight celebration. 

Tickets are on a community sliding scale ($40–$220) so every senior can attend.

Register here today: https://tinyurl.com/ghsgradnight2026

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Volunteers needed - a few more folks are needed for overnight shifts and help unloading the buses in the morning. sign up link:

Class of 2026 Grad Signs to brag on your graduate! 

Display with a stake in your yard or in a window!

Pay what you can. One sign is $14, but please consider rounding up to $20 or give an even bigger donation to ensure costs are covered and money isn’t a barrier for every 2026 senior can share their achievements with a grad sign. Signs are available to pick up in the Counselor’s Office (room #104) or the Main Office https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ghs-graduation-yard-signs

Prom 2026 was a huge success!

Special thanks to Mr. Rees, Dr. Hart, and all GHS staff who attended as well as the volunteers who gave their time to help decorate, chaperone, and clean up!

Dr. Hart's community newsletters

If you missed it - check out Dr. Hart’s newsletter which is released on Fridays. Loads of important information especially for graduating seniors - Class of 2026

https://garfieldhs.seattleschools.org/news/ghs-newsletter/

Petition to allow SPS teachers to attend graduations was a success!

Good news! Teachers will now be able to attend the Garfield Graduation ceremony at 2pm on June16. Thank you to everyone who signed the petition and lobbied for this.

BTW - Garfield Graduation will be streamed/broadcast on SPS-TV through YouTube.   

https://www.youtube.com/@SeattlePublicSchoolsTV

Track and Field:

Congrats to the Bulldogs who competed with HUSTLE & HEART at the WIAA 3A State Track and Field Championships this week!!! As a team they finished 10th 💜🤍

Dyvonna Hawkins won the 200m final (with a PR of 24.35) and anchored the 4x100m to a third place finish. 

Maia Solverud placed 5th in the 300m hurdles with a personal record of 44.18. She set a PR in the 100m hurdles (15.3) in the prelims to qualify for the finals and placed 8th overall. She also qualified for the 400m, running 1:00.76 in prelims. She raced the third leg of the 4x100m in finals.

Taylor Simmons raced second leg of the 4x100m in both the prelims and finals.

Trillian Haulley lead off the finals 4x100m and raced the third leg of the 4x1 in prelims.

K’Lani Silvano crushed the lead leg of the 4x100m in the prelims.

Hanna Seifu, 4x100m alternate, brought good vibes & teammate support.

Congrats to Purple Haze

Purple Haze - Ultimate GX placed 2nd place in SPS Conference playoffs after and undefeated season. They play in Nationals June 12th/13th in Salem, Oregon.

Go Bulldogs!

Sports physical available at Teen Health Center

Teen Health Center is available for students to get a sports physical. Last day for in-person care at Garfield this school year: Friday, June 26

First day for in-person care at Garfield next school year: Thursday, August 20

To schedule call: (206) 987-7210

Text (206) 755-6058 Note: This text-only line is checked once daily.

Students - endurance conditioning and open weight room this summer with XC team. 

To participate, you'll need to register for cross country and have a valid/current physical clearance form. (Whether you want to do XC ;) Sign up here:

This is a great way for incoming freshman to meet some students and participate in fun workouts.

Welcome to incoming Garfield students.

Families with students entering GHS in 2026-27, save the date! 

The Welcome to Garfield Open House will be held on Wednesday, August 26, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. in the Quincy Jones Auditorium. No registration required, just show up. Please tell your friends!

Jobs and volunteer with KC Youthworks

King County Youthworks connects people ages 16 to 24 with paid internships and volunteer opportunities in public health, environmental services, recreation, public safety, and more.

No experience needed - YouthWorks helps you build skills, gain real work experience, and explore career paths. Your first job or next opportunity can start here.

Learn more and apply at kcyouthworks.org

Level Up: Youth & Young Adult Conference on Friday, August 7th  9:30 AM - 3:30 PM at the Matt Griffin YMCA branch. 

Level Up is a high-energy, full-day conference designed to equip youth and young adults with real-world skills, leadership development, and hands-on learning opportunities. 

The event features workshops and a resource fair with public and private partners—including employers, educators, and service providers. Also trade-focused employers, apprenticeship programs, and speakers who reflect the rich multicultural diversity of our community.

Level Up is 100% free for participants. Give aways and a chance to win raffle prizes, and free lunch from one of the food trucks available.

Register on Eventbrite:

The Summer Youth Leadership Program (SYLP) is a three-week summer program for Asian American high school youth to explore identity, build leadership skills, and deepen their connection to community. Participants engage in workshops, community projects, identity exploration, and networking with Asian American leaders from a wide range of fields.

Program Dates: Mon, June 29 to Frid, July 17, 2026 9am to 3pm, Monday through Friday

Location: Summit Sierra High School (1025 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104) in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District

Fee: $150 Deadline to apply: Friday, June 5, 2026 https://www.seattlesylp.org/

Join the Garfield HS PTSA

Members need to renew their membership each year.

We make it easy—click the link below, check the top box and any other appropriate boxes, then submit! https://garfieldptsa.org/signup/

No PTSA "dues" or other financial barriers to PTSA membership exist at Garfield. Instead we ask for contributions to our Annual Fund from families who are able.

PTSA funds are used to support school activities, clubs and so much more.

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