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E-News From The Principal
February 7, 2025
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Reminder
President's Day - February 17
Mid-Winter Break - February 18-21
No School
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WHS 2025-26 Course Registration Information - Mark Your Calendars!
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Current 9th, 10th, & 11th-Grade Falcons
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Distribution: Tuesday, February 11
Due online in StudentVUE: Monday, March 3, 11:59p
Plans are in place for your student’s registration and course selections for the 2025-26 school year!
On Tuesday, February 11, during Activity Tuesday, your student will receive a presentation regarding course registration for the 2025-26 school year and how to enter courses into StudentVue. You will be able to access instructions on February 7 and beyond by watching the registration video found on our website, as well as viewing the 2025-26 Course Catalog at that time. In order to be registered for courses for the following school year, please ensure your student has entered their Courses directly into StudentVue by Monday, March 3, 11:59p.
Student’s will use the Registration packet and Course Catalog found on the WHS Website as a resource when reviewing courses for the 2025-26 school year. Parents/guardians are encouraged to review their students' Course Requests in ParentVue. Paper registration worksheets are also available in the Counseling Office or can be printed in the library.
Please note counseling staff will be available for students during both lunches outside the College & Career Center on Tuesday, February 25 to answer inquiries. Additionally, counselors will be meeting individually with each of their students between March 10th and 28th. During this time, they will review your student’s course requests, answer any questions, and ensure your student is on track for graduation and planning for college.
As the master schedule of courses developed for the 2025-26 school year, along with corresponding staffing decisions, will be based on the course requests students make at this time, students are encouraged to process their choices and weigh all the options carefully before making final selections. Schedule change requests may not be honored next school year.
Thank you! We look forward to our continued partnership throughout your student’s educational journey at WH
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From The Attendance Office
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District Attendance Process Change: Morning & Evening Notifications
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To better ensure student safety by communicating absences earlier to secondary families, starting Tuesday, January 28 if parents/guardians do not notify the attendance office of their student’s absence or late arrival, parents/guardians can expect to receive notifications from the district alerting them in the morning and or evening. This District process change is for your student’s safety and to ensure our records are accurate.
Please note it does take time for our attendance secretary to reconcile families’ reporting within our attendance system, and we appreciate your patience:
- If you have reported your student’s absence to the attendance office in the morning (or the evening before) and receive a morning attendance notification, please disregard the message as multiple attendance notifications from parents/guardians slows down the reconciliation process.
- Our attendance secretary will be making every effort to record and reconcile all incoming absence notifications as quickly as possible before the morning notification is sent.
Thank you for your diligence in promoting and encouraging your student’s regular, punctual attendance and please remember to let our school know when your student is absent:
Report an Absence in 4 Simple Steps
While we know regular attendance is one of the most powerful ways to prepare your student for success, we also know that sometimes students must miss school for a variety of reasons. Next time that happens for your family, let our attendance office know through ParentVUE:
2. Click the “Report Absence” button next to the name of your absent student
3. Fill in the fields with the date(s) of the absence and provide an explanation
- For example, describe if it is a full-day absence or if leaving early or arriving late, provide a specific time
4. Click to submit, automatically notifying the school of the absence
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You can support your student and our attendance office in these changes by using ParentVUE to make attendance notifications as early as possible.
*Need to Set Up ParentVUE?
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To help parents get the most out of school, you want day-to-day insight into the academic experience. With the Synergy ParentVUE web portal, parents and guardians can access near real-time information on attendance, class schedules, report cards, course history, graduation status and more.
ParentVUE allows parents to access their:
- Attendance
- Class Schedules
- Course History
- Graduation Status
- Mid-term/Quarter and Final/Semester Grades
- School Information
- Demographic Information
- Health Check
A single username and password allows parents to access information for all of their children, regardless of the grade level or school of attendance. Each parent has an individual account that covers all children. If you have never used ParentVUE, you will need to request an activation key from your school. If you have accessed ParentVUE in the past or enrolled online, please click the "Forgot Password" link on the ParentVUE login page.
Further instructions for setting up your account can be found here.
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Winter Musical: Footloose, Final Weekend! Feb. 7 & 8
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Due to the snow and ice closure, the Feb. 6, 7pm performance was rescheduled for Saturday, Feb. 8 at 1:30pm. Tickets are still available for the 1:30pm show. Get yours, but don’t wait too long as it might sell out!
Ticket Sales
Tickets can be purchased online through GoFan or at the WHS office.
Reserved seating only! Tickets are available for purchase first come, first serve starting Friday, January 10th via:
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GoFan: Click here to purchase on the gofan APP Processing fee per ticket applies. GoFan tickets close at 4:00pm for that night's performance.
- In person at the WHS Main or Cashier's Office; M-F, 7:50a-3:50p; with cash, check or card ($2.95 processing fee applies to all card transactions). In person sales close the day before the performance. Day of tickets can be purchased the door.*
- Each night, tickets will be available at the box office starting at 6:15 pm – cash or check only.*
- Tickets will be available on a first come, first serve basis at the box office if that performance is not yet sold out.
Ticket prices are as follows*:
- General Admission $15
- Students w/ASB $10
- Seniors 65+ $10
- VIP Seats $25 (Section 2, center, bottom only, see below)
*In order to receive a qualified fee waiver for theater tickets, the ticket(s) must be purchased through the InTouch Point of Sale system at the WHS Main or Cashier's office 1+ days in advance.(Student free, immediate family member(s) 50% discount.)
Other Details
- Online GoFan ticket sales for that day's performance will close at 4:00p each night.
- Tickets will be available on a first come, first serve basis at the box office if that performance is not sold out.
- Tickets purchased at the box office are cash or check only.
- The box office opens at 6:15p each show night.
- For tickets purchased on GoFan, be sure to bring your mobile device for entry at the door.
- Please note there is no food and only water allowed in the theater.
- No photography at any time.
- Rated PG
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Registration Begins Next Week!
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Counselors look forward to visiting our feeder middle schools (TMS/LMS) next week to present to our future Falcons! WHS students will receive their registration forms on Tuesday, February 11th and are encouraged to work with their families to plan for next year. Additional informational registration materials are available on the website. Complete your registration to the best of your ability and enter into StudentVue by March 3rd. Counselors start our 1:1 meetings with all 9th-11th graders during the month of March, we'll review classes, ensure students are on track for graduation, and to discuss post secondary plans. We LOVE having this opportunity to meet with each of our students!
February 11th
Registration Distribution during Activity Tuesday Class*
Students should see ther 3rd period teacher if they are absent on this day.
March 3rd
Deadline for course requests to be entered into StudentVUE
March 10 - 28th
Counselor 1:1 meetings with current 9-11th grade students to review and/or change course requests.
Satellite & WANIC Course Applications opening next week!
If you are interested in taking an NSD Satellite or WANIC course for the 2025-2026 school year, the applications are opening very soon!
Why consider Satellite and WANIC courses?
These programs offer students the chance to dive into diverse, high-demand fields through hands-on, real-world learning experiences 🛠️. With a focus on 21st-century skills, creativity, and problem-solving, you'll prepare for college and career success 🎯, gain practical skills 🏗️, and even earn industry-recognized certifications .
NSD Satellite Courses
Applications are due March 18, 2025, but we encourage early submission!
NSD is hosting a CTE Open House on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 6:30-8:00 PM. Check out the flyer here!
WANIC Courses
Discover more about WANIC courses here! Applications open February 4, 2025, and close April 15, 2025.
WANIC is hosting an Open House on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 PM. Access details here!
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2nd Semester Schedules Confirmed
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Counselors have enjoyed working with students to prepare for 2nd semester. We have completed schedule changes and are excited by the growth shown by our learners.
Historically, we see a shift in how students approach 2nd semester, as the “bumps” of 1st semester begin to smooth out. By 2nd semester, students usually feel more comfortable talking with teachers and understanding the ebb and flow of managing homework and testing. Second semester is the time for students to continue their self advocacy skills and embrace their role as an engaged learner. As always, we encourage students to reach out if they need support!
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Need $$ for college? Searching for Scholarship Opportunities?
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Reduced or Waived Fees 2024-25 Applications
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Parents and guardians whose income falls within specified guidelines set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture should apply for free or reduced-price meals for their students. Applications were available August 1st and were due by October 14th to avoid an interruption in benefits (only one application is required per family), but families can apply at any time during the year – throughout the year.
If you qualify for Free or Reduced Meals you may also qualify for:
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School fee waivers (a fee waiver consent form must be completed) in addition to the Free and Reduced application.
- See below for more information or contact your school counselor.
- Other services such as health insurance.
- Contact Nurse Christie Callahan or Jennifer Gardner for more information.
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2025 Spring SAT School Day Exam
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2025 Spring SAT School Day Exam Registration Information
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To register for 2025 Spring SAT School Day Exam please click on THIS LINK to create an account. Then scroll to Woodinville High School and follow registration instructions.
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Date of the exam: March 5, 2025
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Location: Woodinville HS Library
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Cost of the SAT exam: $60.00 due upon registration
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Registration closes: February 10, 2025
- Priority is given to current 11th grade and 12th grade students and filled on a first come first serve basis.
- Woodinville HS students register for the Woodinville HS exam date only (do not register to attend another school's exam).
- There is a cap on the number of registrations due to space constraints so please register early as you will be placed on a waitlist with the possibility of not being able to test on the scheduled exam day.
For more information, please view the WHS Assessments Website HERE.
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School Closure Make-up Days
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This school year, we have experienced weather-related school closures on four days, and there is the possibility of additional school delays or closures still to come this school year. The 2024-25 calendar includes the emergency make-up days to help families prepare in advance. Please keep in mind the potential for additional make-up days as your family considers summer activities. The final version of the 2024-25 one-page family calendar will be communicated in March. |
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The beginning of a new year provides a good opportunity to remind students and families of our commitment to student, family, and staff safety, as well as avenues available if you or your student has concerns you wish to share with us. Our school works closely in collaboration with law enforcement, District Safety and Security, and District administrators to ensure your concerns are taken seriously and are addressed promptly. We must be vigilant in the protection of our school community, and we value and appreciate our partnership with you. We can't do it alone.
If you or your student sees or hears something concerning, please say something. If at any time you or your student believes you have knowledge of any situation where danger is imminent, dial 911 immediately. And please continue to encourage your student to share any concerns with a trusted staff member. If they aren’t comfortable sharing directly with staff, concerns can always be anonymously submitted using our Safe Schools Alert System:
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Is your student looking for SAT or ACT exam practice? There is good news! Huntington Learning Center (Canyon Park) is offering an in-person ONLY full-length Digital SAT and paper ACT practice tests. Students can only receive the scores by signing up for individual conferences after the test.
- The SAT is Sunday, February 9th, 9am at Huntington Learning Center in Bothell: 22833 Bothell Everett Hwy Suite 156, Bothell, WA 98021
- (The ACT was on January 29)
- The registration fee is $30 per test due to Huntington on the test day.
- Any interested WHS student can take the practice tests.
- Register here
All proceeds will be donated by Huntington to support reducing the cost of Prom & Senior Breakfast for the Class of 2026!
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Weather & Emergency Information
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Emergencies and weather-related problems can alter school schedules and affect bus transportation for students.
If weather conditions make a schedule change necessary, we will communicate the decision through the following methods and in this order:
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TV and Radio Stations. You can also sign up for Flashalert to get the same media information.
- District and School Websites
- Northshore School District social media:
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Instagram: @teamnorthshore
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Twitter: @Northshore_SD
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Facebook: Northshore School District
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Phone calls, emails, and text messages: Staff and families will receive an email, phone call, and text. These communications will begin between 5:30 and 5:45 a.m.
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Northshore Information Line: You may also call the District’s information line, 425-408-6001, beginning at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday for school closure information.
Families will receive a telephone message from the district if there is a change to the school schedule. If no schedule change information is posted, schools and buses are on their regular schedules.
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2025-26 School Calendar - Available Now!
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The Northshore School District is happy to announce the 2025-26 school calendar is available here! |
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Tolo will be held on Saturday, March 15th in the WHS Commons, from 8:00-11:00pm.
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Enjoy the deliciousness of Woodinville's Chipotle on Tuesday, February 11th from 4 - 8 p.m., please mention the WHS Music Boosters for 25% of your purchase to be donated back to our music program! You can also use code: X4M3947 when ordering online. We greatly appreciate your support! |
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The next Music Boosters meeting will be on Monday, February 10th at 6 p.m. in the WHS library. We'd love you to join us to discuss fundraising opportunities, the upcoming department trip and more! |
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Calling the Class of 2025! Get your tickets now for Grad Night. Tickets are starting at $220 and subject to increase. Link below to purchase tickets and the option to donate towards our scholarships. This will make sure we can give every student who wants to attend the ability to.
These activities are not sponsored nor endorsed by the Northshore School District or any of its schools. The district assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or the safety of the activities. Northshore School District 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 and judgment or awards.
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WA State PTA Scholarship is OPEN!
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Washington State PTA (WSPTA) offers four $2,500 scholarships to graduating seniors from Washington state public high schools with an active PTA, who will be starting college (either two-year or four-year)
in the fall.
Requirements
- Current and verified GPA of at least 3.4
- The name and number of the PTA/PTSA at your school (Woodinville High School PTSA 6.10.85)
- At least three volunteer activities
- Answer the essay question: “How has volunteering within my community helped me today and into the future?” (max. 500 words)
Application
The application deadline is February 13, 2025.
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The WHS PTSA scholarship application is now open. Three scholarships of $2,000 are available for seniors who will be attending a 2- or 4- year program after graduation. The application must be completed online at https://forms.gle/AjKmiGVikijVKZhaA by March 30th, 2025.
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For The Love of Education
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What is For the Love of Education?
Northshore School Foundation's annual February fundraiser that allows donors to honor Northshore educators or staff members by making a monetary contribution that will support future grants for their school or program.
How does it work?
Make a donation, share what makes them extraordinary, and know that 100% of your contribution will fund grants for their school or program.All the money raised in February will be used in our March grant cycle.You can honor as many educators as you like!
What are the dates?
Starts on Friday, Jan. 31st and ends on Friday, Feb. 28th.
Who can make a donation to For the Love of Education?
Anyone: parents, guardians, locals, students, residents, friends, and family members!
What makes For the Love of Education so special?
Every single donation will be honored on our social media throughout February. You get to see your recognition featured!
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WA State PTA Essay Contest
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The Washington State PTA essay contest explores the important and varied influencers in the lives and education of children – from the children’s perspective.
Every day children are exposed to a variety of people and each one has an opportunity to influence the path a child decides to take. Whether it is someone that sparks an interest in a new topic, helps them work through a problem, shapes the kind of person they want to become by modeling behavior, simply listens to them, or any number of other actions, this is the platform for students to share their appreciation.
To help celebrate the people that are most important in influencing the lives of children around the state of Washington, the objective of this contest is for students of all ages and abilities to write an essay about an influential role model that has had a profound impact on their life. The influential role model must be a real person that the student has interacted with, not a fictional character. These essays, from the students’ perspectives, will serve to inspire and acknowledge amazing individuals. The essay must be no more than 650 words. The student must personally know the influential person that they are writing about. Link here for more info https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/pta-essay-contest/
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From the Cashier's Office
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Class Fees for the 2nd semester will be posted to student's accounts on Tuesday, February 11th and due by Friday, February 28th. Fines and/or fees must be paid or cleared to purchase parking permits and to participate in ASB activities including athletics, clubs, club field trips, and dances.
Payments can be made online at TouchBase or at the Cashier's Office. Checks should be payable to Woodinville High School (WHS) or Northshore School District (NSD). Email whsattendance@nsd.org for TouchBase username and password.
2nd Semester classes with fees:
- Ceramics
- Advanced Ceramics
- Metal Design
- Advanced Metal Design
- Graphic Design
- Intermediate Art
- Stained Glass
- Advanced Stained Glass
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Student Device Protection Plan
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The Northshore School District provides each student with a district-issued technology device. When students/families assume responsibility for a district-issued device, they sign forms agreeing to accept financial responsibility for any device damage or loss. We know accidents and loss can happen. The Student Device Protection Plan provides NSD families an optional path to mitigate the financial liability of using a district device.
PARTICIPATION COST: The standard payment to enroll in the NSD Student Device Protection Plan is $25 per year; free for students who have qualified for free or reduced-price meals and who have provided consent to share their status for fee waivers. No refunds will be given once enrolled in this program.
COVERAGE AND BENEFIT: This program covers the device (Chromebook, Macbook, or iPad) loaned to your student against accidental damage for the school year. This program does NOT cover damage resulting from misuse or neglectful loss of the device. We expect all students to properly use their device and to secure it when it is not being used. If the device is used improperly or is not secured while the student is not using it, families will be expected to pay the full cost of replacement or repair.
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Important NHS Information
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Here are important date to remember:
- March Chapter Meeting: 3/19/25
- Final hours due: 3/27/25
- Induction Ceremony: 5/22/25
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Food Services and Bus Information
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Questions about student meals?
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Please click this LINK for bus information 2024-25. Bus stop information is now available.
Please click HERE for Daily Bus Passes and Activity Bus Passes routes and information!
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Speech & Debate Club- Seattle University Competition
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The Speech and Debate club competed in their final competition online through Seattle U on January 24th and 25th. This was an online tournament open to schools in all states, so our students competed against students from all over the country.
1. Donovan Cheng- 1st Place in Spontaneous Argument (SPAR) (this is the third tournament in a row Donovan has placed 1st!).
2. Guy O'Connell- 4th Place in Spontaneous Argument (SPAR) (this is the second tournament in a row Guy has placed 4th, and the fourth time he has made it to the finals round for SPAR!).
3. Alishba Mohammad & Julia Faulhaber took 4th place in Junior Public Forum debate. This was only their second tournament, so this result is truly incredible.
4. Julia Faulhaber- best speaker in the Junior Public Forum debate category. Julia took 1st in the speaker awards!
5. Eshaan Chowdhry and Guy O'Connell competed in Open Public Forum debate and put up a solid fight against teams from all over the country.
6. Eshaan Chowdhry also competed in Spontaneous Argument, and was very close to making it into the finals round, ending with an 8th place finish.
7. Vesna Parthiban competed in Open Impromptu Speaking and made a solid effort against her competitors.
Congratulations!
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Congratulations to Freshman Ahrin Choi and Sophomore Timothy Lopez for receiving 1st Place in the PTA Reflection Contest and moving on to the State Competition! Sophomore Cordelia Bremner also received Judge’s Choice for her submission. Congrats on the excellent achievement! |
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Ongoing thru 03/07/2025: AP Exam Payment
02/03-14: Winter Wishes
02/08: Solo & Ensemble Festival, Redmond HS
02/09: SAT Huntington Practice Exam, Huntington Learning Center, Bothell, 9a
02/11: Activity Tuesday - 35-Minute Activity Schedule
02/11: 2025-26 Course Registration Distribution to Grades 9, 10, & 11
02/12: Jazz Pathways Concert, Theatre, 6p
02/13: Huntington SAT & ACT Score Release, Library, 6-7p
02/14: Valentine's Day
02/17: President's Day - No School
02/18-21: Mid-Winter Break
02/24: Spring Sports Registration Due
02/25: Band Pathways Concert, Theatre, 7p
02/26: Orchestra Pathways Concert, Theatre, 7p
02/27-03/01: DECA State, Meydenbauer, Bellevue
02/27: 8th Grade Parent/Student Registration Information Night, WHS, 6:00-8:10p
05/17: Senior Prom, Pacific Science Center, 8-11p
05/22 NHS Inductions Ceremony, *REQUIRED*, WHS Main Gym, 7p, NHS Students must be present at Induction Ceremony to receive cords (for seniors) and certificates
06/09: Class of 2025 Commencement Rehearsal (MANDATORY)
06/12: Class of 2025 Commencement Ceremony, Pop Keeney, 6:00p
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WHS E-News from the Principal
"Care - Respect - Leadership"
February 7, 2025
Volume 14, Issue 15
Office Hours
Monday – Friday 7:50 A.M. – 3:50 P.M.
Denise Schwans, Office Manager, Ext. 7401
Andrea Baleva Main Office Secretary LTS, Ext. 7403 (whsoffice@nsd.org)
Jenn Diaz, Student Info Specialist/Registrar, Ext. 7512
Julie Leong, Attendance Secretary, Ext. 7410 (whsattendance@nsd.org)
Roberta Porter, Counseling Office Manager, Ext. 7418
Rachel Nelson, ASB/Bookkeeping, Fine/Fee Payment, Ext. 7504 (whsasb@nsd.org)
Nicki Kongkarat, Athletics Secretary, Ext. 7491
Stephanie Hennessy, Office Support LTS, Ext. 7416
The mission of Woodinville High School is to become a community of learners, providing a safe and encouraging environment for developing the mind, body, and spirit.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF WOODINVILLE HIGH SCHOOL!
GO Falcons!
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