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Vol. II, No. 11 | February 25, 2009
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Budget Workshops
These workshops will provide a chance to share positive ideas
about how to sustain the high quality education for which Northshore is
known. Table discussions with parents, staff, and community members
will enable all to participate. Workshops are schedule for March 3, 10 & 17 at each high school cafeteria from 7-9
p.m.
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Legislative Update
Most of the bills related to K-12 education have been heard in committee, and many of them are moving through the legislative process. Most must survive the cutoff dates that begin today and continue through March 12, the last day to consider bills in their house of origin.
Continued
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School Board Meeting Highlights - Feb. 24
State budget deficit reaches $8 billion .... Shelton View Elementary presents EAP ... Board approves Resolution 584 ....
The Board held first reading of Resolution 586, which would surplus the district's property in downtown Bothell.
More
The Board also welcomed these new employees.
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Washington Aerospace Scholars
WAS is
currently seeking summer residency Counselors, Mentors, and
Assistant Mentors for their summer session at the Museum of Flight. Participants will receive briefings from professionals,
attend tours of engineering facilities, and compete in hands-on
engineering challenges. Meals and lodging are provided by the WAS Foundation with an airfare or mileage reimbursement.
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Teacher Travel Opportunity to China
The Cultural Exploration of Greater China Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promote a better understanding of Chinese language and culture. CE is able to three teachers from Seattle the opportunity to travel to China. Hong Kong, and Taiwan. |
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Withdrawing from Plan 3 Seminar
Are you a SERS and TRS Plan 3 member
planning to leave employment or retire sometime in the next 5
years?
Do you know what decisions you need to make in regard to your
retirement plan when you leave? Do you know what payment options you have?
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BECU's School Grants Program
Teachers, principals, and even PTAs can apply for grants and other school support from BECU. Grants are centered on funding educational materials and programs that directly benefit the education of students. Priority will be given to Western Washington schools on the percentage of their free and reduced school lunches. Application deadline is March 15.
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HomeStreet Bank Hometown Loan Program
Northshore partnered with HomeStreet Bank to offer the Home Town Home Loan Program, an employer-assisted housing program, to all employees. This program offers a wide selection of home loan options for either your first home or a refinancing.
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Winter 4A State Championships
Woodinville girls gymnasts win 3rd consecutive state title .... Falcons Kyle Komata wins 125 pound wrestling title ...
Inglemoor boys swimmers are 5th in state finals .... Inglemoor boys advance to basketball final 16.
Full results
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2009 Retirement Planning Seminars
The Edmonds School District and the Sno-King School Retirees are co-hosting the 2009 Retirement Planning Seminars
for the Northshore employees. These sessions are provided for employees
and spouses at no cost and confirmation to attend is not necessary. Session 1 is Wednesday, February 25, 2009.
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Snohomish County Youth Challenge Awards
Know an outstanding 7th-12th grade Snohomish County
youth? Then
take a few moments to nominate them for a Snohomish County Youth Challenge Award. Deadline is March 31, 2009.
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Midwinter Workshop
ESD #121 will present a Mid-Winter Workshop on March 7 at 7:30 AM at the Northshore Performing Arts Center
with featured speakers Jeremy Johnson and Gordon Linse. Cost is $15, which
includes a box lunch if paid by February 27.
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BRAVOS!
Jill Crivello, Principal, Woodin Elementary Many
thanks to Jill for getting up early on her vacation day and
participating in a KING-TV Morning News interview about kindergarten
readiness.
BRAVOS!
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Student Success
When Carina Ableman jumped out of bed Valentine's morning and her mother slowly brushes through the flag of black hair that falls to Carina's hips, the ritual will have special meaning for both of them.
Student Achievement
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On the Web
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Calendar
Mar. 3 -
first allowable day of practice for high school spring sports.
10 -
School Board Meeting;
20 -
No school, Teacher Work Day;
24 -
School Board Meeting;
25 -
SEPAC presentation;
Online Calendar
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Northshore e-News is
published and delivered to your e-mail box every other week during the
school year, (once a month in July and December). It is designed to
inform employees about the strategic direction of the Northshore School
District as well as provide routine information of interest to district
employees. To submit items for e-News, please send them to e-News
Editor by the Tuesday of each School Board meeting.
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