The Eagle – Week of November 17
The Eagle – Week of November 17
Letter from Principal Bean
Dear Families,
Fall Conferences: Teachers will be holding family conferences the week of Thanksgiving. Please follow this link to sign up. Please make sure to find your child’s teacher in the drop-down menu. Fall Conference Sign-Up
Picture Retake Day: Picture Retake Day is this Tuesday!
Thanksgiving Baskets and Holiday Baskets Giving Fund: Make sure to scroll down the Eagle to find out how you can support the school community during this holiday season!
Highly Capable Service Parent Referral Due on November 30: Beginning in January 2026, the Universal Screening process will automatically include all students in 1st and 4th grade. Students in grades 2-3 and 5-8 may still be considered for HC Services but will need to be referred to by a parent/guardian or educator. View details about the referral process.
Dress for the Weather: We are now entering the rainy season. Since kids need to run and play, we often have recess even if it is raining. Please have your kids dress for this. Also, it is a good idea for kids to keep an extra pair of dry socks in their backpacks.
Rainy Day Drop Off: Just a reminder that on pouring days, we get a lot more car drop offs which causes congestion. You can help by having your child immediately leave the car upon arrival. And a bit of wisdom is to avoid coming at the last moment. Arriving at 7:50 is so much smoother!
Open Enrollment for School Choice Window: The window for school choice is much earlier this year. The window will go from January 5-31. Families will find out school choice application results on February 24.
In partnership,
Mr. Bean (he/him)
Principal, Olympic View
ajbean@seattleschools.org
206-252-5500
Important Dates
Every Wednesday is 1:10pm early release
- Tuesday, November 18 Picture Retake Day 9 a.m.
- Tuesday, November 18 Art Docent Training 8-9 a.m. Cafeteria
- Tuesday, November 18 Choir 2:30-3:30 p.m. PM P2
- Tuesday, November 18 LEGO Robotics (5th Grade) 2:30-4 p.m. Room 203
- Wednesday, November 19 Wonderful Wednesday during lunch recesses Volunteer Sign Up
- Thursday, November 20 After School Enrichment 2:40-3:40 p.m.
- Friday, November 21 Kraken Ice Skating Field Trip Grades 3-5
- Friday, November 21 Ravenna Third Place Books Give Back Event for O.V. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Monday-Wednesday, November 24-26 No School Fall Conferences Sign Up
- Thursday-Friday, November 27-28 No School
This Week’s News
Seattle Torrent (Women’s Hockey) Tickets
This is the first ever season for The Seattle Torrent and you can see them live at Climate Pledge Arena! Use this link to get the group ticket rate for select Seattle Torrent games this season. Availability and pricing varies by game.
- November 28, Friday 1 PM Home Opener versus Minnesota
- December 21, Sunday 2 PM versus Boston
- February 27, Friday 7 PM versus Toronto
- March 29, Sunday 4 PM versus Ottawa
- April 18, Saturday Time TBD versus Vancouver
Direct Ask Wrap Up
Thanks to everyone who contributed to our Direct Ask Campaign, the Flying Forward Fund, this year. We are thrilled to share that we raised $18,950 of our $20,000 goal, and anticipate that matching funds will add to that total. If you donated and your employer matches, now is a great time to request this. If you wanted to donate but didn’t have a chance, it’s not too late; just send a check in any envelope labeled OVPTA Direct Ask to school and we will count it towards the total.
Have experience in the field of archeology or something similar?
OV Lego robotics is looking for folks who would like to chat with the team (in person or online) and help consult on our Unearthed! Innovation Project. As we prepare for the December all-city competition, we need to research a problem an archeologist might encounter in the field and work together to develop a possible solution. We are encouraged to invite experts in the field to share knowledge with us!
Please email Mx. Maiani at hapiercemaia@seattleschools.org if you are interested! We are meeting everyday for the next two weeks during 5th grade lunch/recess and Tuesdays after school on 11/18 and 12/2!
Ravenna Third Place Books – November 21
Ravenna Third Place Books is sponsoring a Give Back Event for Olympic View – 20% of all OV specified purchases on Friday November 21 will go back to our school. Ravenna location only, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., in-store, online or over the phone. Spread the word to friends and family and remind them to say they are shopping for OV!
For your ONLINE order to count towards the Give Back Event:
- Check the box that asks if your school is hosting a book fair this week at checkout
- Enter “Olympic View Elementary” in the ensuing text box
Questions? Email Becky at bwalsh@thirdplacebooks.com.
The Spring Musical is back!
3rd – 5th Grade students, you’re invited to join the musical (the show will be announced after auditions)! We will be holding group auditions and rolling right into rehearsals after Thanksgiving break.
Tuesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 4 from 3:45 – 5:30 in the cafeteria for auditions. Monday, December 8 we’ll jump right into rehearsals. Information packets are being sent home with students now. Please complete the paperwork and online form before sending your student to auditions. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Sabrina O’Brien (Producer) at sobrien519@hotmail.com or Jeremy Behrens (Director) at jeremy.r.behrens@gmail.com
Thursday After School Program help needed!
The PTA is looking for someone to help facilitate the Thursday after school program. This person will work alongside the front office and Hall of Fame to smoothly run the program. The volunteer position is only a few hours a session! Most of the work is already done. We are required to have this position filled to run our winter session so please reach out to president@ovpta.org if you are interested!
Skating was a Huge Success!
Thank you to all the parents who made time to come in and help students in 1st and 2nd grade get their gear on. Historically, by the second week there is huge improvement with balance and confidence. It has been nice meeting and sharing space with new parents who have never helped in PE. I am so very thankful to be a part of such a caring and supportive community.
Mahalo,
Mrs. Bruecher
Multicultural Night – Save the Date – January 21!
Our annual Multicultural Night is coming up this January 21! It’s one of our favorite events of the year — a celebration of our school’s diverse cultures through food, music, and community. We’re looking for volunteers to help make it happen!
If you’d like to be part of organizing this special evening, please contact Ms. Modi at rdheideman@seattleschools.org.
Giving Opportunities
Thanksgiving Baskets and Holiday Baskets Giving Fund
It’s that time of year that we raise money and donate gifts to families in our Olympic View community. This year the need is even greater than in previous years. All money donated will help us purchase food for Thanksgiving baskets or gift cards for holiday baskets. All gifts purchased will go directly to an Olympic View family. A big thank you to Harriet Koscho at Northgate Community Church for partnering with us for Thanksgiving baskets and the Ballard Elks for partnering with us for Holiday baskets.
Help Our 5th Graders Experience the Magic of the Olympic Peninsula!
We are raising funds to send our 5th grade class to nature camp for their end of the year trip. Last year we were funded by Washington’s Outdoor Education Grant but state funding was cut this year for that program so we are now on our own. Every bag of popcorn you buy brings them one step closer to an unforgettable experience! Delivery available direct or to your student at OV. Arrives in time for the holidays!
Please reach out to Danielle at dadam3984@gmail.com with any questions!
Volunteer Opportunities
Wonderful Wednesday Helpers
Once a month we have a lunch recess art activity that is absolutely beloved by the students. From 11:05 a.m.-11:55 p.m., we offer a small project either outside on the playlot or in the main lobby, supporting seasonal themes and exploring a variety of materials. November 19 will be our next Wonderful Wednesday, please sign-up below. Contact Cara Mattera at enrichment@ovpta.org for more Art Committee information.
Library Help
Thank you for considering volunteering in the OV Library. If this is your first time volunteering in the library, please reach out to Ms. Leland klleland@seattleschools.org to receive an SPS Volunteer Invitation. Send any questions my way.
Kristi Leland
Eagle Pack Volunteers Needed (and bags too)
The Eagle Pack program provides weekend food bags for any family that requests it. The University Food Bank provides the food items, and volunteers pack the bags and distribute them to classrooms every week. We need volunteers to help with picking up from the Food Bank on Thursday afternoons and packing on Friday mornings from about 8:00-9:00 am. If you are able to help during this timeframe, please sign up.
We would love to have some consistent volunteers, so if you can commit to one or more Fridays a month, that would be helpful. Approved volunteers can feel free to drop into the lunchroom any Friday, after drop off to lend a hand as well if you find yourself with some time.
We can always use plastic and paper shopping bags (the thicker, handled ones like from Target or a grocery store). If you have extras you can donate, please drop them off in the office.
Questions? Contact k.linnes@gmail.com
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General Information
Late Arrivals to School
If your student is late (the bell rings at 7:55 a.m.), please drop them off at the NE 95th Street entrance near the flagpole or blacktop. We now have a call box at the 95th Street entrance. After the bell rings at 7:55 a.m., all students must be signed in with office staff. The 8th Ave call box entrance will be used for staff only.
Absences
If your student will not be at school, please email the attendance email olympicview.attendance@seattleschools.org or call 202-252-5504 to let office staff know.
Early Pick Up
Parents/Guardians should come to the 95th Street security call box entrance. We are unable to call students down to the office until you arrive for pick up.
Pick Up Changes
If your student will have an alternate plan for pick up, please contact the office via email olympicview@seattleschools.org, phone 206-252-5500, Talking Points message, or a signed note with your student.
Our breakfast and lunch menus are now up on the SPS website!
Individual milk purchase (with home lunch) costs $.75
Want to know what to do if there is bad weather? Learn more about preparing for winter weather.
Please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator, Sabrina O’Brien, for more information on volunteering: snobrien@seattleschools.org
Want to support your student’s classroom teacher?
Spirit Gear: The Olympic View Spirit Wear online store is now open!
Choose from Kids, Women, and Men’s sizes. We have t-shirts, long sleeved, crewnecks and hoodies all available in many colors.
Membership strengthens the voice of our community, helps support the WA State and National PTAs, and allows you to vote on OV PTA matters, including how to spend the money we fundraise. Scholarships are available, if you need one.
For all illnesses, including COVID, please keep students home if:
- They have uncontrollable secretions from their eyes or nose
- They cannot control their cough
- Their symptoms are improving
- They are fever, diarrhea, vomit free for at least 24 hours, without the use of medication
COVID testing is no longer required.
Resources
Food Bank and Pantries
As SNAP benefits are coming to an end and with the current government shutdown, I want to share some valuable resources for those in need of food and meals. Below is a link to a list of resources for free meals that are available without any requirements or registration.
SPS website: Support for Families in Need
Looking for additional resources? Please go to our Family Resource Page:
Contact Us
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Main Office: 206-252-5500 olympicview@seattleschools.org
Main Fax: 206-252-5501
Attendance: 206-252-5504 olympicview.attendance@seattleschools.org
Principal – Andrew Bean ajbean@seattleschools.org
Administrative Secretary – Crystal Parry cnparry@seattleschools.org
Office Assistant – Sabrina O’Brien snobrien@seattleschools.org
School Nurse – Angie Sterwald (Mon/Thurs) amsterwald@seattleschools.org
Nurse Fax: 206-743-3157
Counselor – Joyce Rho jecho@seattleschools.org
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