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Ingraham Weekly Bulletin

Posted on: November 15, 2024

Summary: The weekly bulletin is distributed by email on Friday afternoons, and posted on the Ingraham website.

Ingraham Weekly Bulletin – Nov 15, 2024

Attendance Office: Please email ingrahamhs.attendance@seattleschools.org
Bell Schedule: view Ingraham bell schedule
If you have moved, it is important to let us and the district know by completing a Change of Address form.

Schoology Access for Parents

To view your student’s course pages on Schoology, you will need to sign up with your Schoology Access Code, found in the left-hand menu on the Source, click Schoology Access Codes. Then click Sign up for Schoology LMS. Enter the Access Code in Schoology and then click Continue. Fill out the form with your name, valid email address, and create a password. Click Register. For more detailed instructions, see the SPS website: Schoology help.

If you do not have a Source account, please see this link for more information: Technology Supports for Families. The Source is where you can view your student’s schedule, grades, and attendance, as well as pay for school fees in SchoolPay.

Counseling Office Announcements

The Counseling Bulletin has been replaced by a more robust and well-resourced Counseling website. These pages are frequently updated with the opportunities and visits available to our students.

The Friends of Ingraham 2024 Annual Fundraising Appeal

Thank you Ramily for helping FOI reach 35% of our $75,000 Annual Appeal Fundraising goal this past week! This is FOI’s only planned fundraiser this year, and we appreciate everyone’s support so far!

The Annual Appeal funds support our school community in many ways – Check out theFOI websitetoseea list of Community Grants for teachers and staff so far this year and the 23-24 school year. Annual Appeal funds also support the Bright Futures program and staff/teacher appreciation.

With the support of the community, FOI is able to help bridge funding gaps to meet critical needs AND enhance the Ingraham educational experience for our kids. The suggested donation is $250 per family. Any amount that is meaningful for your family will help us reach the goal.

Here are three ways to donate:

  • Direct link to the donation page
  • Text-to-donate by texting 2024RAMFRIENDS to 53-555
  • Drop off a check in the school front office or mail to: Friends of Ingraham, 1819 N. 135th Street, Seattle, WA, 98133

Family Resource Night

Our upcoming Resource Night at Ingraham High School will take place on November 21 from 6:30 – 9:00pm at Ingraham High School. At this event, we will provide dinner and childcare as well as lots of helpful resources to learn about graduation requirements, financial resources, and college readiness information. Translation services will be available. Questions? Contact Juan Zavaleta at jczavaleta@seattleschools.org

Financial Aid & Scholarship Night 

The Counseling team and Seattle Promise are teaming up to host a workshop for seniors and their families to learn about scholarships and how to apply for financial aid (FAFSA or WASFA) for the 2025-2026 school year! There will be a brief presentation and then time to ask questions and work on applications. Light food and drinks will be provided by Friends of Ingraham. 

Deadlines for Seniors!

Cap and Gown Orders

Order your cap and gown online or pick up a paper order form in the main office. If you need financial assistance, please see your counselor or Ms. Kerr in Room 204A. Deadline to Order at reduced price is December 15th

Senior Ads In Yearbook

Senior Parents, starting November 18th until December 6th you will be able to purchase a senior ad for senior in this year’s yearbook on either SchoolPay for credit and debit cards or come to the Fiscal Office to pay with cash or check. The prices are as follows:

  • Quarter Page $80
  • Half Page $140
  • Full Page $260

Space is limited, so sales are first come, first served basis. If you have any questions please contact Christine Steelsmith, clsteelsmith@seattleschools.org.

Below is the link to submit your senior’s senior portrait, senior quote, and senior baby picture. The deadline to submit the photos to ensure that they can be reviewed and approved to be included in the yearbook is January 22, 2025. If the photos are submitted after this date, we cannot ensure that they will be included in the yearbook. Submit  Access Code: gorams

Please note that if you do not submit a senior portrait, the photo that was taken by Yuen Lui Studio photographers on our school picture days in September will be used.  Email Christine Steelsmith if you have questions: clsteelsmith@seattleschools.org

Yearbook Deadlines

Below is the link to submit your senior’s senior portrait, senior quote, and senior baby picture. The deadline to submit the photos to ensure that they can be reviewed and approved to be included in the yearbook is January 22, 2025. If the photos are submitted after this date, we cannot ensure that they will be included in the yearbook. Submit  Access Code: gorams

Please note that if you do not submit a senior portrait, the photo that was taken by Yuen Lui Studio photographers on our school picture days in September will be used.  Email Christine Steelsmith if you have questions: clsteelsmith@seattleschools.org

Ingraham Unified Basketball

A great opportunity for students to receive Service Hours is through the Ingraham Special Olympics Unified Basketball. In Unified Basketball, athletes with disabilities and partners without disabilities play together with the goal of making friends, having fun, and playing basketball. Practices are Tuesdays during lunch in the lower gym and Fridays after school until 5:00 in one of the gyms. Games are on: January 18, January 25, February 1 and February 8. Email hjleyton@seattleschools.org if you have any questions.

Spring Baseball Team Information Meeting

Friday, November 22 at 3:45pm in the lunchroom.

Contact Head Baseball Coach Tim Lee  twlee@seattleschools.org if you are in a Winter sport and cannot attend the meeting.

AP exam registration/payment is now closed

An e-mail confirming registration and payment was sent this week (on either Nov. 7th or Nov. 8th ) to the e-mail provided during payment (or to parent/guardian if none was provided).  If you or your student paid and registered, but you did NOT receive a confirmation, please email Jennifer Luthe at jlluthe@seattleschools.org.   

Additionally, if your student typically has accommodations during assessments due to a 504 plan or IEP, please know that the College Board does not apply those accommodations automatically.  Please reach out if you are unsure if your student has College Board accommodations in place.  The deadline to request accommodations for AP exams is January 24th, 2025.

PSAT/SAT scores were released this week

Is your student having trouble accessing their scores via the College Board? Unfortunately, Ingraham cannot help with College Board account issues.  We encourage you to contact College Board customer service at 866-630-9305.

Language Credit Testing at Ingraham – Wednesday, December 4th 2:30 PM in the Library

Can you speak, read and write in a language other than English? Students can earn up to four high school credits and if you earn four, you qualify for the Washington State Seal of Biliteracy. Tests are free for students. To register for a language test, students will need to log in with their SPS account. The registration deadline is Wednesday, November 27 . Questions? Contact Noah Zeichner nczeichner@seattleschools.org

IB Exam Registration Closed

If you have questions, please contact Laura Turner at laturner@seattleschools.org

Ingraham Fall Play Production Presents Proof by David Lindsay-Abaire

Proof is the gripping play that explores family, love and the thin line between genius and madness.  Catherine, a young woman, struggles with the death of her brilliant but troubled father, a famous mathematician.  Will she inherit her father’s brilliance — or his instability?

Rated PG-13 for strong language.

The show is presented by two different casts of students you can see the Silver cast on Nov. 1, 7, and 9.  The Blue Cast will be presenting the production on Nov, 2, 8, and 10.

Purchase Tickets for Proof

ASB Stickers Ready for Pickup

If your student paid the ASB fee or received a scholarship for the ASB fee, they can now pick up their ASB sticker from the Fiscal Office, Room 165.  It is strongly recommended they bring their student ID card so they can apply the sticker directly onto the card.  At this time, the main benefit of having an ASB sticker is that students may receive discounted entry into Seattle Public Schools athletics events where admission is being charged.

There is no rush to get a sticker, we have enough, and they will be available all year.

Thank you for your support of Ingraham Student Activities and Athletics!

Lisa Melenyzer (She/Her) 
Fiscal Specialist, Ingraham High School
Direct Line:  206-252-4049 

Graduation Date Announced!

Ingraham’s graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 will take place on Tuesday, June 17th at 8:00pm at the Ingraham stadium (NWAC). 

After School Tutoring

Free tutoring is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45pm-4:45pm in the library. There will be staff available to help support students with their academics.

Message from Teen Health Center

We now have the ’24-25 flu and COVID (Pfizer Comirnaty) vaccines available in the Teen Health Center. Information about the newest COVID vaccine. If your student is registered, they can walk in with a signed consent form and receive their shot, first come first served. If they are not registered, Teen Health Center registration forms.

School Picture Orders

How to order School Pictures

Student Parking

Students: Parking permits were issued on a first come, first served basis.  If you did not get a parking permit, please stop by Security, and scan the QR code to get on the waitlist.   

Parents: Please do not drop off your students on N. 135th St, as that is reserved for district transportation only. 

Sports Sign Ups

If you are planning on participating in Winter/Spring sports, sign up for sports now on Final Forms. Make sure your sports physical is up to date before you show up to practice and that you have completed all steps in Final Forms! 

Contact Athletics Secretary, Maria Medina at mmedina@seattleschools.org if you have questions. 

Volunteering at Ingraham

Learn more about volunteering

Sign in or create a volunteer application

Volunteer applications and WATCH background checks are valid for 2 years. Volunteers are notified by email when it is time to renew.

Questions?  Please contact our Ingraham Volunteer Coordinator, Elizabeth Hudd at trhudd@seattleschools.org

School Communication

Ingraham uses various methods to communicate information out to students and families:

  • Students, please start checking your SPS email inbox daily for information from school. 
  • Schoology pages
  • School Bulletins:  We email the school bulletin weekly via a system called School Messenger.  Occasionally, we hear from parents/guardians who say they are not receiving the bulletin or have suddenly stopped receiving them.  It is usually an email filter issue, or you have inadvertently unsubscribed.  Please manage your communication preferences

Activities, Parent Boosters and Other News:

FOI- Holiday Wreath Fundraiser – Class of 2025

The Friends of Ingraham 2024 Annual Fundraising Appeal began on November 1st.

Ingraham Class of 2025 is selling wreaths from November 1st – November 20th for $31 (w/o bow) and $36 (w/ bow). Wreaths will be available for pick-up at Ingraham High School, at the East-facing door nearest to the Gym on Friday December 5th 4 – 7pm and Saturday December 6th 9 am – 12 noon. Any senior that sells 10 or more wreaths will receive a free prom ticket, worth 50 dollars! Click this link to order: Wreath Orders

Bright Futures 

  • Are you interested in helping?   
    • Winter Clothing Drive
      • Coats and hats and gloves – oh my!! The weather has turned chilly and the wet, dreary months are just around the corner. Help us ensure all our kiddos are warm this winter and donate here.
    • Support the Bright Futures Food Backpack Program
      • One volunteer needed each Thursday at 1:15 p.m. to pick up food donations from the University District Food Bank and deliver them to Ingraham High School.  Time commitment is approximately 1 – 1.25 hours per delivery shift.  Task requires some light-moderate lifting and a large vehicle/SUV. Additional details sent upon signing up. Signup Link
    • Pride Closet Support!
      • Has your student grown out of newly purchased kicks??!! Needed urgently:
      • Gently Worn/New Men’s Tennis Shoes
      • Sizes 10-13
      • Donations can be delivered to the Main Office. 
      • Additionally, our Amazon Wish List includes the most requested basic items and is updated seasonally. We are always happy to accept donations to keep this resource amply stocked.
    • Committee Participation
      • Check out our next meeting on Tuesday, 11/12 in Room 62 at 10 am. We are looking for volunteers to join our committee and help facilitate the work of our amazing administrators and staff.
      • Like to be in the know?? Be our Secretary and record keeper and you’ll know it ALL!
      • Contact Aleka Brown for questions,
  • Sign-ups are open for food bank drivers. Sign up to volunteer for Bright Futures
  • Questions about Bright Futures?   e-mail Aleka Brown foibrightfutures@gmail.com

Ingraham Performing Arts News

The Ingraham Performing Arts Boosters (IPAB) fall fundraiser is in full swing, and we need your help! Each year, IPAB steps in to bridge the significant funding gap—around $60,000—between what the school district provides and what’s needed to offer our students exceptional opportunities. Your donations go toward essential costs like music rights, costumes, sound equipment, visiting instructors, set materials, and more. IPAB supports every student in the program, with a strong commitment to equity through scholarships for trips and access to instruments for those in need. Your contribution is crucial in keeping these programs vibrant and accessible to all. Please consider making a donation today: Donate to Ingraham Performing Arts

For the latest updates on IPAB, visit IPAB.net and join our Facebook group at: Facebook link  

Athletic News

WINTER SPORTS PARENT INFO NIGHT – Nov. 25 @ 6:30 p.m.

Is your student playing a winter sport? Mark your calendar and plan to attend the winter sports info. night on Monday, Nov. 25 at 6:30 p.m.

IABC Monthly Meeting – Tuesday, Nov. 12 @ 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Want to learn more about sports and clubs at Ingraham? Everyone is welcome to join the IABC monthly meeting held in the Ingraham activities center. The next meeting is on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m.

JOIN IABC AS A TEAM LIAISON

Thanks to those who have signed on to be a team liaison! We’re still looking for liaisons for these teams:

  • Lacrosse (Girls)
  • Gymnastics
  • Softball Fast Pitch

Wondering what a liaison does or who your team liaison is? Scroll through the IABC Liaisons page. https://ingrahamathletics.org/liaison/. For more information and to sign up, email IABCexecteam@gmail.com

Ingy Awards – Dec. 2 @ 7:30 p.m. (new date!)

Mark your calendar and plan to celebrate our fall athletes at the Ingy Awards on Dec. 2 @ 7:30 in the Ingraham Auditorium. 

Winter Sports Tryouts

Tryouts for winter sports are coming soon! See the schedule below. You can also check out the IABC Website for contacts and additional information.  https://ingrahamathletics.org/teams-clubs/

Girls Basketball
  • Nov 18th 6-8:30pm
  • Nov. 19th 4-6pm
Boys Basketball
  • Nov. 18th 4-6pm
  • Nov. 19th 6:30-8:30pm
Girls Bowling (no cut)
  • Tryouts for Varsity & JV 
  • Nov. 5th 4:15-6pm
  • Nov. 12th 4:14-6pm
Girls Gymnastics
  • Nov 11th 1-4pm
  • Nov 12th 4-6:15pm
Boys Swim & Dive
  • First Practice: Nov. 18th
Co-Ed Wrestling (no cut)
  • Varsity & JV announced in week 3 of practice
Flag Football (no cut)
  • First Practice: Nov. 14th

Club Sports

Interested in playing Boys Lacrosse this spring?  “Fall Ball” is starting Friday, 11/3, includes 12 practices through the following month, and is a great way for returning players to start working out and new players to experience “the fastest game on two feet!”  E-mail nathanhalelax@gmail.com or call Kate Kahle (206.295.8308) for info about the combined Nathan Hale / Ingraham Boys Lacrosse team. 

Mixed Ultimate Winter Season

We are gearing up for Ingraham’s Mixed Ultimate Winter season that starts on Tuesday, November 12th and goes through February 9th, with weekend games starting the week of December 7th. 

Mixed Ultimate is a fantastic opportunity to play on a team which is mixed genders in a truly welcoming environment.  Interested players are encouraged to attend an “open practice” tryout day on November 12th, 5:30-8:30pm at the Ingraham N soccer field.  This unofficial day of tryouts is a great opportunity for new players to come and learn about Ultimate.  Prior to taking the field, two signup tasks need to be completed.  For information on how to register, the full tryout schedule, or general questions please reach out to ihsmixedultimate@gmail.com

Other Community Opportunities

2025 Ski Bus Information (This is parent coordinated and not run by Ingraham) 

  • Max of 50 kids – still some room available!!!
  • Dates – Fridays, Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 and Feb. 7, 14, 21, and 28
  • The bus will leave after school on Fridays ~ 4:00pm and return to the school between 10:30 – 11:00pm
  • Kids can leave their gear in the activity center for the day (like we did last year)
  • We are using Snow Sports Consulting Service LLC this year. They also coordinate ski buses for Hazel-Wolf, St John, and a bunch of schools on the eastside.
  • The cost is $475.00 
  • No lessons this year, only the bus transportation. (You can book your own lessons at Summit Central through a different company if you wish)
  • The Summit is open til 9:30pm, kids will need to be back on the bus by 9:45pm. The bus will return to school by 10:30 – 11:00pm. We will have all parents in a text app to let you know an ETA when the bus will arrive back at school on Friday nights. 
  • Registration – http://www.snowsportsconsultingservice.com/ Click on ‘School Forms” at the top and then click on “NWS Friday” (halfway down the page). You can use Zelle for payment, and forms can be completed online this year.
  • We want to REALLY encourage everyone to get a pass this year to avoid waiting in the line for daily tickets up there. They also have figured out a system for IKON pass holders, so you do not have to go to the ticket windows. The kids who register for the bus will be able to purchase passes all the way til December 15 (but there is no student discount, so no real reason to wait). https://summitatsnoqualmie.com/season-passes?
  • We will need 2 parent volunteer chaperones for each Friday. If you are interested in being a volunteer, please email us with your preferred date(s). You get a free ride on the bus and a free pass for the night!
  • The ski bus and activities are not sponsored nor endorsed by Ingraham HS or Seattle Public Schools.  The district assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or safety of the activities.  SPS shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney’s fees, judgments, or awards. 
  • Ski Bus Coordinator is Bassim Dowidar – I can be reached at skibusnw@gmail.com.
  • The ski bus FB group is useful for staying in the loop and asking questions, etc. – https://www.facebook.com/groups/228557882752675/
  • The most important thing you can do to help make the program happen is to volunteer as a chaperone! 

Friends of Ingraham Website

Ingraham Athletics Booster Club (IABC)Website

Ingraham Performing Arts Boosters (IPAB) Website