2/29/24
Sacajawea Community News
Our Mission: Teach every student with kindness, equity, and empathy.
Our Vision: Educational justice for all.
February 29th, 2024
Principal Note
Greetings Sacajawea Families
Perhaps some of our students have already shared with you that we had a very special addition to our assembly on Monday morning!
Tim Walsh one of our esteemed Distinct IA’s shared his amazing electric guitar talent with us, a true Shining Star he was!
Both students and staff watched in awe, and silence as he performed, many students could even be seen bobbing their heads (and hair) in true rock and roll fashion. Thank you Mr. Tim!
And as a reminder we have our next Sacajawea Spirit Day coming up on Wednesday, March 6… Silly Sock Day! (as always participation is optional)
In partnership,
Barry Fisk (he/him)
Principal
Sacajawea Elementary
(206)252-5555
bsfisk@seattleschools.org
Top Items & Upcoming Events
- Join us for the Next Equity Team meeting on Monday, March 4th at 7pm at Growler Guys! Email equity@sacpta.org if you would like to attend remotely.
- Donate a Parent Party to the Silent Auction! Choose an activity/theme (e.g. Dinner Party, Cocktails, Mom’s Night In, etc) and offer to host or co-host by coordinating the space/supplies and during our silent auction on April 19, people can choose to “buy” an invitation by donating an amount of their choosing to the school. These parties can be big or small, low-key or elaborate, grade-specific or open to the entire school. Please use the sign-up link no later than Friday April 5 and reach out to Jessi at jessi@sacpta.org with questions. Signup to donate a parent party to the silent auction.
- Clothes needed for our nurse’s office. We’re requesting donations of boys/girls sweatpants for K-3rd grade students. Lightly-used sweatpants are ok.
- Save the Date for Athletic Skills Night, Thursday, March 28th at 6:30pm Join us at the gym so your student can share their athletic skills, celebrate hard work, and inspire others. Questions to Susie Bunker smbunker@seattleschools.org.
- Save the Date for Cut and Chat on Thursday, March 14th at 9:30-10:30 am Join us for Cut and Chat – a monthly meeting in the cafeteria to help teachers with projects like laminating, making copies, organizing materials! All volunteers must have their online volunteer applications up to date and background checks approved. We’re also looking for a Cut and Chat Lead to help coordinate monthly meet-ups and connect with parents who can help with take home tasks. RSVP to Volunteer Coordinator, Charlene Shanahan cyshanahan@seattleschools.org
- Author Visit and Book Swap, Thursday, March 21st from 5:30-7:00 pm. Join the Parent Equity Team at the school library to welcome local author and illustrator Sanae Ishida for a presentation, Q&A, and watercolor demonstration. Bring a favorite book (or two!) that celebrates inclusivity, diversity and/or different cultures for a book swap. Dinner will be provided; more details to come!
- Community Dinner volunteers needed. Whether you’re a foodie or an organizer extraordinaire, we need your skills to help plan the menu and make it a memorable event! If you’re interested, please reach out to Jessi at jessi@sacpta.org
- Girls On The Run: Registration is open for the Girls On The Run team at Sacajawea! The 8-week program runs from March 25 through May 20, culminating with the Regional 5K on May 19 . Practices will be held after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the session from 2:30 to 4:00. The program will be run by returning coaches Meredith and Tom and new coaches John and Shannyn. Sign up for Girls on the Run.
- Seeking a new PTA Treasurer for next year Are you interested in the budget, how we fundraise, and what programs we support? Basic Excel skills and experience with an online accounting/finance application are helpful. Training is available during transition from current Treasurer and on-going support from other board members. Email Jessi Friedrichs with questions: jessi@sacpta.org.