Reminder: Spring Break
April 7-11, 2025
No School
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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. |
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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This week Counselors had individual 1:1 meetings with current 10th grade students. Counselors will meet with Freshmen the week of 3/24. The purpose is to: confirm their course requests, check their grad status and align their transcript with their post grad plan. |
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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 a WANIC course for the 2025-2026 school year, the applications are now open!
Why consider WANIC courses?
This program 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.
WANIC Courses
Discover more about WANIC courses here! Applications are currently open and will close April 15, 2025.
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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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Thinking about how to pay for college?
If you or your student have any questions, please contact their counselor.
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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 already experienced weather-related school closures on four days, and there remains a possibility of additional school delays or closures still to come this school year. The 2024-25 calendar includes emergency make-up days to help families prepare in advance. Please keep in mind as your family considers summer activities that the 2024-25 calendar includes emergency make-up days, and any additional days will be added to the end of the school year. The final version of the 2024-25 one-page family calendar will be communicated in April. (NSD Connections Newsletter 3/10/25) |
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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There is a Cheer Info Meeting on Monday, March 31, 2025 from 6:00-7:00p in the WHS Library.
This meeting is mandatory for any students interested in trying out for the team! Parents/guardians should also plan on attending.
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Commencement/Graduation News & Information
- Seniors nominate their student-selected Commencement speaker at this meeting
- Graduation/Commencement Ceremony-related information will be shared
- Running Start Seniors should make plans to attend
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Josten's Announcement Pick Ups will be in the Main Office Foyer during Lunches on March 26 from 11:45a to 1:05p and after school 3:20-3:40p and on March 27 from 11:40-1:45p and after school 3:20-3:40p
- The items available for pick up were ordered in the fall by parents/guardians/students
- Caps & Gowns will be available for pick up after the May 29 Senior Awards Ceremony concludes
- If a senior is unable to attend, a friend or relative can pick up the items; however, a signed note from the parent/guardian must be provided to Jostens*
- The individual picking up the items will be required to sign for them, relieving Jostens of responsibility if they should become lost or misplaced
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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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If you have a Senior who has participated in WHS athletics - the Falcon Athletic Booster (FAB) scholarship applications are due by May 1st, 2025. We will award two $1,500 scholarships to graduating seniors. You can find the eligibility requirements and application through this link: FAB Scholarship
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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 also in need of volunteers for this event. If anyone is interested in helping please email the Grad Night committee at the email below.
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 the Senior Parent Group sponsoring Grad Night.
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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The election will take place during the WHS PTSA General Membership Meeting on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 7pm in the WHS Library.
The WSPTA Uniform Bylaws permit the nomination of candidates from the floor at the meeting before the vote takes place. Declaration for self-nomination for all positions will be called for during the meeting. If there is a contested position, we will proceed with a ballot vote. If no position is contested, we will hold the election by voice vote.
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We want to thank everyone who contributed to our March Soup Staff Appreciation. It is a staff favorite and was another successful event. Thank you as well to our wonderful Staff Appreciation chairs, Amy Flinn and Terri Kashi and their team. |
9 Days left to apply for the WHS PTSA scholarships. 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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Please join us on April 3rd for the next PTSA General Membership meeting. Meeting will be at 7:00 PM in the WHS Library. Come and hear updates from the PTSA and school administration and elect our next year's board. You do not need to be a member to attend. |
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Congratulations to Natalie Brogan for winning one of the four Washington State PTA scholarships. There were 185 applicants and Natalie was awarded as one of the best! Congrats!!
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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 dates to remember:
- 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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The Velocity Raptors Team 9450 competed in Yakima at the Pacific Northwest FIRST District Sun Dome Event with huge success, achieving both an undefeated season and winning the IMPACT Award. The IMPACT Award is an extraordinary achievement, especially for a second-year team. Historically, this award is won by teams with years of outreach, but we made history by achieving both an undefeated season and an IMPACT Award win in just our second year — a feat never accomplished before in the 25-year history of FIRST Robotics.
The FIRST IMPACT Award is the most prestigious award in FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). It recognizes a team that has made a significant and measurable impact on their community through outreach, advocacy, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) initiatives.
Winning this award is not just about building a successful robot; it celebrates a team's commitment to inspiring others and spreading the values of FIRST. Teams that receive the IMPACT Award demonstrate exceptional efforts in encouraging young people to engage in STEM, mentoring other teams, creating sustainable programs, and making a lasting difference in their communities.
Next up, Robotics heads to Cheney, Washington, to compete at Eastern Washington University. With a spot at the World Championships on the line and currently tied for first. Congratulations Robotics!
The team shown below includes: Joel Liao, Elijah Yan, Dasha Arkipova, Davis Tonkin, Kevin Check, Neha Modi, Elizabeth Stevenson, Brayden Jozwiak, Mark Tyomkin, Tucker Taplett, Woojin Kim, Ryan Kitzan, Skylar Bogner, Ethan Tonkin, Riker Charlson, Curtney Huang, Cindy Liang, Romi Bar-Caspi, and Max Song.
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Congrats to Hailey Quiggle for being selected to play in the 2025 Washington State Girls Basketball Coaches Association Senior All State Game!!
The game will be Saturday, March 22, 2025 at King's High School, Seattle, WA at 6pm. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors. The game can also be watched on Turk Pride TV on Youtube.
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This July, WHS junior Cooper Brix will travel to Philadelphia, along with LMS teacher Kathleen Hartman, as the only delegation from Washington selected to participate in the second annual Young People’s Continental Congress. In addition to completing online learning modules throughout spring 2025 about subjects such as the Continental Congress, the Boston Massacre, and economic liberty in Colonial America, Cooper's delegation will join 26 other teacher-student teams in Philadelphia for a week of special programming and field learning opportunities at sites such as Carpenters’ Hall, Independence National Historical Park, the National Constitution Center, the Museum of the American Revolution, and the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Delegates will also co-create and sign a joint declaration of their aspirations for American democracy, just as their historical counterparts issued the Declaration of Colonial Rights and the Declaration of Independence. Delegations were selected for this opportunity by National History Day and Carpenters’ Hall, the home of the nation’s First Continental Congress in 1774. Congratulations to Cooper for earning this exciting opportunity! |
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In late February, more than 100 ASL students from around the district gathered for their third "ASL Night Out" of the year at Inglemoor High School. Students came together to spend two hours in an immersive environment, using ASL to navigate real-life interactions, including introductions, games, and challenges. This event was revived after COVID and rotates around the District so all high schools can take turns hosting. Students invite friends and alumni to join the events, reconnect with friends, and build community at other schools.
Thank you to the ASL team for your collaboration and care for your students: Richard "RJ" Jacobs, Dr. Stacey Hutchison, Andy Gault, Jessica Cooper, RJ Harris, Sarah Campbell, and Nicole Skorupa.
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Congratulations to the Chamber Orchestra who competed at the Western Washington University State Orchestra on March 15, 2025. The students performed incredibly and are awaiting final results!
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Our talented Japanese class students, under the leadership of Teacher Mizue Sunahara, competed in Japan Bowl at Vancouver, WA the weekend of March 15. Students competed at various levels and earned impressive places!
2nd Place in Level 3 category: Jerry Xu, Isaiah Wideman, Annabelle Chung
3rd Place in Level 2 category: Quinn Mizushima, Finn Hill, Tim Lopez
These accomplishments are a testament to their hard work, dedication, and exceptional skills. Ms. Sunahara shared, "I am incredibly proud of their achievements and the honor they have brought to our school. Please join us in congratulating them for their success!"
Congratulations to these students!
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Lady Falcons Basketball competed in the State Championship Tournament at the Tacoma Dome and ended their season taking 3rd in State! Congrats Lady Falcons! |
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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03/21-22: German Immersion Weekend @ Camp Don Bosco, Carnation
03/22: Newport Jazz Festival, Newport HS
03/24-28: Counselor 1-to-1’s Grade 9 for 2025-26 Course Registration
03/25: Activity Tuesday – 35-Min Activity Schedule #10
03/25: Activity Tuesday Grades 9-11 - ASB Elections & Panorama Survey
03/25: Activity Tuesday Grade 12 - Senior Class Meeting
03/25: Northlake Orchestra II Festival @ Bothell HS
03/26: UW Bothell Planning Day Field Trip
03/26: Speech & Debate Club Mod Pizza Fundraiser, Woodinville
03/26-27 Class of 2025 Commencement Announcement Distribution, Main Office Foyer, Both Lunches
03/27: Northlake Band II Festival @ Inglemoor HS
03/27: NHS Hours Due, 11:55p
04/01-05/02: Senior Survey/Scholarship Notification & Cover Art Submission Window
04/01: Emergency Drill
04/02: ASVAB Interpretation #2
04/03: PTSA General Membership Meeting, Library, 7p
04/04: Spring Spirit Assembly - 40-Min AM Activity Schedule #9
04/04: End of 3rd Quarter
04/07-11: Spring Break
04/07-11: National Library Week
04/14: UW Choral Festival, Meany Hall
04/14-19: SBAC ELA CAT, PT
04/14-19: FRC World Championships, Houston, TX (To Be Confirmed)
04/18: CTE Advanced Biotech Field Trip, Allen Institute
04/18: CWU World Language Day, Ellensburg
04/18: Mid-Term Progress Reports Uploaded to StudentVUE/ParentVUE
04/19: My First Formal, WHS Commons
04/21: National Anthem & Moving Auditions
04/21-25: National Student Leadership Week
04/21-25: Public School Volunteer Week
04/22: Activity Tuesday – 35-Min Activity Schedule #10
04/22: Activity Tuesday Grades 9-11 Class Officer Elections
04/22: Activity Tuesday - Grade 12 Senior Class Meeting
04/23-26: FBLA State Conference, Spokane
04/24-26: Spring Play (Week 1: 4/24-26) (Week 2: 5/1-3)
04/24-26: JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention, Seattle Convention Center
04/25-26: WIAA/WMEA State Solo & Ensemble, CWU
04/25-30: International DECA Career Development Conference, Orlando, FL
04/28-05/02: Senior Survey & Scholarship Notification Week
04/28-05/02: Mental Health Week
05/01: NCAA Letter of Intent Signing
05/01: National College Decision Day - Wear Your Colors
05/01-04: Silverwood Music Festival, Cour d’Alene, ID
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"
March 21, 2025
Volume 14, Issue 17
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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