Next week, March 10-14, we celebrate our wonderful classified staff members! Without our ESPs, office staff, campus supervisors, custodial and ground crews, nurses, and kitchen staff, WHS would not be the place that it is today! Join us in sending a big "THANK YOU" to our classified staff next week! |
The deadline for AP exam payment and late registration is TODAY, March 7, 2025.
Please check that your student has registered through College Board and has paid through Total Registration before the deadline. Exams registered for after the November 15, 2024 deadline will incur a $40 per exam late fee.
Please note, students were automatically registered for the exam by joining the course on College Board. If your student does not want to take an exam that they are registered for, please email Mrs. Baleva abaleva@nsd.org to cancel.
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*English Language Arts (ELA:) 4/14-4/18
*Math: 5/19-5/23
*Science: (WCAS) 5/28-5/29
Current 10th-grade students are scheduled to participate in Smarter Balanced (SBAC) ELA and Math state testing as an avenue of fulfilling the state's ELA and Math graduation pathway requirement. Additionally, any 11th-grade or 12th-grade students who have not yet fulfilled the state ELA and/or Math graduation pathway requirement will have the opportunity to re-take the ELA and/or Math SBAC test. Juniors will also participate in the state WCAS science exam for federal accountability purposes.
Students must be present on each designated testing day or will need to participate in a make-up session for the missed section of the exam.
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Students must bring their fully-charged district-device when participating in state testing, along with compatible earbuds/headsets. (Headsets will be provided for students who do not bring personal earbuds/headsets).
Testing for Woodinville High School students is administered in the Library during the student's typical English, Math, and/or Science class period. Testing students in periods 5 and 6 will take A Lunch on their testing day.
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When are the tests? Who takes which test?
ELA SBAC: 4/14 thru 4/17 (make ups 4/18)
- All sophomores, select juniors and seniors
- This exam is n avenue to fulfill the state ELA graduation requirement
Math SBAC: 5/19 thru 5/22 (make ups 5/23)
- All sophomores, select juniors and seniors
- This exam is an avenue to fulfill the state math graduation requirement
Science WCAS: 5/28 & 5/29
- All juniors
- This exam is for federal accountability
Please note that 9th-graders do not participate in spring state testing.
If an 11th- or 12th-grade student has already met standard in English Language Arts or Math, then the student not need to test again.
If you have a specific question at this time regarding State testing with respect to meeting the graduation requirement, please contact your student's counselor. For testing logistics , please contact Assessment Coordinator Mike Kelly at mkelly2@nsd.org. |
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
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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Next week, Counselors will begin the individual 1:1 meetings with current juniors. The purpose of these meetings is to confirm the students' course requests, check their grad status and align their transcript with their post-grad plan. Counselors will meet with sophomores the week of 3/17 and freshmen the week of 3/24. |
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During the 1:1 registration meetings, counselors will be slower to respond to emails and voicemails. Please be patient with us. If you have not heard back and have an urgent matter, reach out to Counseling Office Manager, Roberta Porter at 425-408-7418 to get a message to the counselor. |
Current 10th and 11th grade students who are interested in Running Start, please start by reading through the WHS RS website at https://woodinville.nsd.org/counseling/running-start. We also ask that students read the RS webpage of the college they are planning to attend. The steps to register are clearly laid out. Students can ask questions during their 1:1 meeting or make an appointment after 1:1's beginning April 1st. |
If your student is interested in taking an NSD Satellite or WANIC course for the 2025-2026 school year, the applications are now open!
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, they'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!
WANIC Courses
Discover more about WANIC courses here! Applications are currently open and will 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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As your Seniors are receiving and awaiting their college decisions, counselors are here to celebrate and process their mixed emotions (positive and negative)! They have all worked so hard to get to this point and we truly believe they will do great things!
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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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This school year, we have experienced weather-related school closures on multiple 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 by the District in March. |
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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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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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.
See the WHS Website for more information and to purchase tickets!
TOLO Spirit Week Themes
Monday 3/10- “Sidekick Day” - Students and teachers will bring a stuffed animal and wear pajamas.
Tuesday 3/11 - "College Day" - Wear a college team that you support. This could include what March Madness team you think will win.
Wednesday 3/12 - “Groutfit Day” - Simply wear all grey!
Thursday 3/13 - "Camo Day" Wear all camo clothing.
Friday 3/14 - "Twin Day" - Wear a matching outfit with a friend or your TOLO date.
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The Senior Timeline is now available on the Class of 2025 webpage! All seniors need to pay particular attention to the dates in the Senior Timeline and are encouraged to mark their calendars. There are several action items for seniors to take care of at this time!
Please continue to check the WHS Class of 2025 webpage, found under Activities, for ongoing and updated news and information, as well check here for any updates to the Senior Timeline as we proceed through second semester and graduation! GO Falcons!
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Celebrate your graduate with a Class OF 2025 yard sign! Last day to purchase is 3/21. Signs will be available for pick up on Tuesday, April 1st at the Woodinville Park & Ride between 12:00-1:00pm and 4:00-6:00pm. Proceeds support 2025 Grad Night Party.
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 form 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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We are just over 3 months away from Graduation!! Don't wait...Get your tickets now for Grad Night. Tickets are starting at $220 and will be increasing so get them before they go up. 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 form 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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WHS PTSA Grad Night wants you to join us for another shopping and styling event on 3/30. You can shop all day and/or join us for sips and snacks from 4:00-6:00 PM. It will be a great time with friends and to grab that new outfit for spring, summer or an upcoming event like graduation, mothers day or Easter. Hope to see you all there and mention the WHS Class of 2025 when shopping and 15% of your purchase will be donated to us.
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 form 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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Our next Staff Appreciation lunch is a staff favorite, Soup! We are looking for volunteers to sign up and bring soups, sides, etc. This lunch will be March 14th and items can be dropped off in the office the morning of before 10:30am. Please see link to sign up March Soup Lunch — Signup Sheet | SignUp.com
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The WHS PTSA 2024-25 Nominating Committee is actively searching for a volunteer (or two) to fill the role of VP Fundraising for the 2025-26 WHS PTSA. The VP or Co-VP's would oversee, organize and report on the annual school-wide fundraising event as well as join the Executive Committee Team as key members of the WHS PTSA. If you are interested and would like more information, please reach out to Audrey Kozel at Secretary@woodinvillehighschoolptsa.org or Ali van den Heuvel at alivdheuvel@gmail.com. |
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Don't wait.....apply NOW! We are just about one month away from the close of our scholarship applications. 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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NSF wants to raise $80,000 for Northshore kids! Public funding doesn’t cover everything our schools need, that’s where schools Foundations come in!
Join NSF Saturday, March 29th, at Inglewood Golf Club for a night of celebration, community, and fundraising! Tickets include a plated dinner, soft drinks, coffee and your choice of 2 wine or beer beverages. There will be a silent and live auction, in-person raffle, dessert dash, spin the wheel and more. DJ Pretty Please will be there to set the vibe with music throughout the evening.
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors as they honor the past and invest in the future. Secure your seat and buy tickets today: https://bit.ly/404iC60
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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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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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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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On Tuesday, March 4, students and staff joined together in the Commons to celebrate Woodinville High School State Champions! Congratulations to our Womens Flag Football team for placing 1st in State with Kai Brinkley being named Offensive Player of the Year and Emma Flaherty being named Defensive Player of the Year! Congratulations to our Womens Gymnastics team for placing 1st in State as well! Lola Kongkarat placed 1st in State for her floor routine and 6th All Around, Audrey Samdal placed 6th on Beam and 7th All Around, and Ainsley Mann placed 7th on Bars! Great job Falcons! |
Lady Falcons Basketball was celebrated in a sendoff on Wednesday, March 5 prior to leaving to compete in the State Championship Tournament at the Tacoma Dome! With their 65-49 win over Auburn on Thursday the 6th, the team plays tonight, March 7 in the Semi-Finals versus Sumner at 7:15p! GO Lady Falcons! |
The faculty and staff of the Washington Network of Innovative Careers (WANIC) Skill Center recently celebrated several students in a student recognition assembly, including WHS students:
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Vaishnavi Jutta in WANIC’s Dental Careers program
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Bernices Paco in WANIC’s Medical Careers program
Vaishnavi and Bernices were identified by their classmates and instructors for demonstrating many of the characteristics reflective of the ‘WANIC Way’ expectations within the setting of their career and technical education (CTE) classroom during Semester 1 of this 2024-25 academic year. The "WANIC Way" encompasses four positive behavioral expectations: Be Safe. Be Responsible. Be Respectful. Be Present. The WANIC Way also emphasizes seven characteristics: attitude, reliability, responsibility, professionalism, initiative, respect, and integrity. At the forefront is the value placed on students showing up every day, on time, prepared to participate in class, contribute to a positive culture, and ready to reap the rewards of personal growth, academic achievement, and a sense of accomplishment. More information on The WANIC Way can be found here https://wanic.lwsd.org/students-and-families/wanic-way
The students also earned the ‘WAY-2-Be' certificate reflecting ongoing efforts in their pursuit to demonstrate workplace expectations in preparation toward becoming a ‘highly sought out candidate’ for any career pathway of their choice.
Congratulations to Vaishnavi and Bernices!
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The Velocity Raptors 9450 had an outstanding performance at the Glacier Peak competition to start the REEFscape season. The team finished as finalist alliance captains and secured the Creativity Award. The team played 12 qualification matches against 33 high schools, finishing with a strong 10-2 record and qualifying as the #2 seed for playoffs. As alliance captains, they selected Sonic Squirrels 2930 and Robocotopi 4193 to compete alongside them. The alliance fought through the playoffs and reached the finals but ultimately finished 2nd overall.
With their impressive performance, the team has secured a spot at the regional championships at Eastern Washington University in April, where they will compete for a chance to qualify for the World Championships in Houston. Currently, the team is ranked 81st in the world, 4th in the Washington/Oregon region, and 63rd in the U.S., placing them in the 99th percentile globally.
In two weeks, the team will travel to Yakima to compete in their second event with hopes to secure more points towards a world championship qualification!
Pictured is the Northshore Alliance featuring Woodinville and Bothell's robotics programs after their great weekend. We have been assisting and mentoring Bothell's students this season as it is their rookie season in FRC. They finished 15th overall and also qualified for regional championships via the Rookie All Star award!
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We were honored to have Shriya Patel, of Woodinville High School as our February Student of the Month. Shriya Patel is an outstanding member of the Woodinville High School community and embodies the “One Falcon One Family” every day. Shriya has been an active leader and member of HOSA – Future Health Professionals since 2020, serving as a state officer, chapter president, and club creator. During this time, she has demonstrated a deep passion for the medical field, placing 1st in the Life-Threatening Situations event at the state level and competing at the national competition. Congrats Shriya!
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5,500 students from across the state competed in the 2025 WA State Career Development Conference in Bellevue from February 27 to March 1. We are excited to announce and are ecstatic about the results of the Woodinville competitors. Out of the 85 students who participated, 34 qualified for the International Competition in Orlando, FL. In addition, 4 students were recognized as finalists in their events. Please congratulate the following International qualifiers and State finalists.
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Ongoing thru 03/07/2025: AP Exam Payment
03/07: Late AP Exam Registration & Payment Deadline
03/08: ASB Baseball Fundraiser, Little League Baseball Clinic, Time , 2-4pm
03/09: Daylight Savings Time - Ahead 1 Hour
03/10-14: Tolo Spirit Week
03/10-14: Classified Employee Appreciation Week
03/10-14: Counselor 1-to-1’s Grade 11 for 2025-26 Course Registration
03/10-14: Japanese Exchange Student Visit from Hiroshima
03/11: Spring Sports Parent Meeting, Theatre, 6p
03/12: ASL Bowl 2024-25
03/13-16: Robotics @ FRC District Event, Yakima
03/14: Pi Day
03/15: Japan Bowl, Clark College Vancouver, WA
03/15: Tolo, WHS Commons, 8-11p
03/17: St. Patrick's Day
03/17-21: Counselor 1-to-1’s Grade 10 for 2025-26 Course Registration
03/18: Northlake Orchestra I Festival @ Eastlake HS
03/19: Northlake Choir I Festival @ Lake Washington HS
03/19: NHS Whole Chapter Meeting (Required), Theatre, 2p
03/20: Northlake Band 1 Festival @ Inglemoor HS
03/20-21: State Thespian Festival @ Seattle Center
03/20-21: Speech & Debate: WIAA State Championships
03/24-28: Counselor 1-to-1’s Grade 9 for 2025-26 Course Registration
03/25: Activity Tuesday – 35-Min Activity Schedule #10 (StuCO Meeting)
03/25: ASB Elections @ Activity Tuesday
03/25: Senior Class Meeting @ Activity Tuesday
03/25: Northlake Orchestra II Festival @ Bothell HS
03/25: Northlake Choir II Festival @ Juanita HS
03/26-27 Class of 2025 Commencement Announcement Distribution @ Lunches
03/27: Northlake Band II Festival @ Inglemoor HS
03/27: NHS Hours Due, 11:55p
03/30-31: Eid-al-Fitr - No Evening Events (Sundown 3/30 - Sundown 3/31)
05/17: Senior Prom, Pacific Science Ctr, 8-11p
05/22 NHS Inductions Ceremony, WHS Main Gym, 7p (NHS Students are *REQUIRED* to be present at the NHS 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 28, 2025
Volume 14, Issue 16
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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