Ingraham Weekly Bulletin – January 10, 2025

Student Parking

Students: All students must register their vehicles if parked on campus. Free parking permits are available.  See AP Julia Frances in Room 65 before school or during lunch to sign up for a parking permit. 

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

Counseling Office Update

Please refer to emails sent from counselors on December 5th regarding school counselor assignment updates.

• Students – All grades
• Last names A – Fi:  Leanne Hust
• Last names Fo – Jo:  Theresa Le
• Last names Ju – Po:  Anthony Malaki
• Last names Pr – Z:  Kristen Patterson

Saturday School

Saturday School will take place on Saturday, January 18th from 9am – 12pm.This is an opportunity for all students to get some extra tutoring help from teachers and staff before the end of first semester. Attendance is optional, snacks are provided, no sign-up is necessary. We would love to see you!

Semester 1 Finals Schedule

Thursday, January 23rd:

8:50-9:20:                            Tutorial/make-ups

9:25-10:55:                         Period 1

11:00-11:20:                       Break

11:25-12:55:                       Period 3

1:00-1:35:                           Lunch

1:40-3:10:                           Period 5

3:15-3:40:                           Tutorial/make-ups

Friday, January 24th:

8:50-9:20:                           Tutorial/make-ups

9:25-10:55:                         Period 2

11:00-11:20:                       Break

11:25-12:55:                        Period 4

1:00-1:35:                           Lunch

1:40-3:10:                           Period 6

3:15-3:40:                           Tutorial/make-ups

Open House for 8^th Grade Families (Parents and Students)

Wednesday, January 29^th at 7pm

Please help spread the word!  Ingraham is hosting an Open House for prospective families.

Meet in the Auditorium for a short presentation by Principal Floe, then meet teachers and learn about curriculum and activities available at Ingraham.  Please note that due to the many questions we receive about the IB program, there is a separate information session dedicated to IB.  See info below. 

International Baccalaureate Information Night for 8^th – 10^th Grade Families (Parents and Students)

In-Person Meeting: Thursday, January 23^rd, 7pm-9pm in the Ingraham Math Forum

Virtual Meeting: Wednesday, February 5^th, 7pm-9pm, meeting on Microsoft TEAMS Link

The IB Coordinators are holding two information sessions for 8-10th grade families who are interested in learning more about Ingraham’s IB Programs – both the long-running Diploma Program and the newly-added IB Career-Related Program. Both of these programs are for students in the last two years of high-school and offer different ways to be an IB Student at Ingraham. We will have an in-person meeting on January 23rd from 7-9 in the Ingraham Math Forum (located in the West Wing of the main building), and a live virtual session on February 5th.  Both sessions will cover the same information, with limited time for questions afterwards.

Upcoming Levies – February 11, 2025 Ballot

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) will have two replacement levies on the Feb. 11, 2025, ballot. These levies are not new taxes but renewals that continue funding for essential programs, staff, and services for students and schools. They help bridge the gap between state funding and what our schools need, and they help fund special education, school counselors, multilingual programs, arts, sports, and more.  

The levies also include funding for building repairs, classroom technology, and safety improvements. These investments help us meet the goal of safe and healthy school buildings. We will have more information soon about regional meetings in January. Visit the SPS website for more information about the levies and what they support.   

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.

Volunteers Needed 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

New Year Amazon Wishlist for Ingraham Bright Futures Program

Bright Futures is kicking off the new year with a new wish list to provide supplemental snacks in weekend food backpacks. Please help if you are able by donating here. Thank you! 

Winter Play

UPDATE: SOLD OUT From Nottingham to Seattle… adventure awaits! Don’t miss Ingraham Theatre’s action-packed production of Marian: Or the True Story of Robin Hood! With sword fights, drama, and plenty of surprises, this is a show you won’t want to miss. Grab your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable night: January 16 – 18, and 24 – 26.  Get your tickets here: https://ingrahamtheatre.ludus.com. 

Rock Band Class – Semester 2

Musicians wanted. Do you play electric guitar, electric bass, drum set or Keyboards?  Enjoying singing and want to sing in a band?  Starting second semester, Ingraham will have its first ever Rock Band Class.  In this class we will learn about how to start and play in a small band situation. Using the best songs written, we will explore how to learn a song, rehearse, and prepare for a performance.  Basic knowledge of your instrument and playing experience are required for this class.  Come see Mr. Henderson in Room 10 (Band Room) during lunch or break for more details about the class and how to sign-up. 

Pack the Stands Event for Unified Basketball

Come support our Ingraham Unified Special Olympics team on Wednesday February 5^th!  The Special Olympics “Fans in the Stands” program encourages people to support Special Olympics athletes by cheering them on and showing up to watch them compete. The program’s goal is to promote unity and encourage people to come together as a group to show their support for the athletes. Come and cheer on the Ingraham High School Unified Special Olympics Team in our Pack the Stands event against Lincoln High School. Here are the details:

 Wednesday February 5^th at 3pm in the Ingraham Gym (free admission)

Ingraham vs Lincoln High School

Library News

Wondering what a typical day looks like in the library? Here’s a peek, numbers used are averages.

Each day…

115 students spend lunch in the library
42 students work in the library, with permission from teachers

44 books are checked out
23 student and staff questions answered by library staff

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.

Deadlines for Seniors!

Cap and Gown Orders- order by December 15th

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

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 senior portraits Access Code: gorams  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

An update on Senior Ads for the yearbook: The first round of sales closed on Dec 6^th and we sold out of that ad space. We will be doing a second round of ad sales starting in January. Space is limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis. If you have any questions, please feel free to email clsteelsmith@seattleschools.org

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). 

Parent Groups, Athletics, Performing Arts, and Other News

Performing Arts Boosters News

SAVE THE DATE: Ingraham Performing Arts Student Showcase – April 4, 2025 at 7pm
Latvian Community Center, 11710 3rd Ave NE
Come and support Ingraham’s performing arts at the 2025 Student Showcase! There will be performances by student musicians, vocalists, and actors as well as an auction and dessert dash. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for ticket information in the coming weeks

For the latest updates on IPAB, visit IPAB.net and join our Facebook group at: Ingraham Performing Arts Facebook Group  

Athletics News

IABC MEETING 1/14

Join us for the next IABC meeting next Tues., Jan. 14 at 6:30 in the Activity Center.  All are welcome to attend!

SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION

Spring sports are right around the corner. Go to Final Forms to register for these sports:

— Baseball

— Soccer

— Softball Fastpitch

— Tennis

— Track & Field

Click here to access Final Forms

Looking for info. about athletics? Check out the IABC Website or Instagram

Web:  https://ingrahamathletics.org/ Insta: @ingyathletics

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.

Parent Groups

• Friends of Ingraham Website
• Ingraham Athletics Booster Club (IABC) Website
• Ingraham Performing Arts Boosters (IPAB) Website

General Information about Ingraham High School

Attendance Office: Please email ingrahamhs.attendance@seattleschools.org to notify us of absences, late arrivals and early dismissals as early as possible.

Bell Schedule: View Ingraham bell schedule

Change of Address: 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 Information

• Service-Learning Opportunities
• College Visits
• Get Assistance with Food, School Supplies, Personal Items
• Graduation, College, and Career Dashboard
• Counseling Schoology Page

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.

Volunteering at Ingraham

Every adult who will volunteer on Ingraham’s campus must be approved prior to arriving on campus. Volunteer applications and WATCH background checks are valid for 2 years. Volunteers are notified by email when it is time to renew. Sign in or create a volunteer application

Learn more about volunteering or 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.  Manage your communication preferences on School Messenger.

School Picture Orders

How to order School Pictures