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The Woodinville Police Department, Eastside Fire & Rescue, and King County Sheriff’s Office held their annual “Shop with a Cop” event Saturday, December 17. In total, the community came together to help 53 families and 208 kiddos from WHS, Leota, Wellington, Woodin, Kokanee, Cedarcrest, Timbercrest and Cottage Lake!
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SAT/ACT Prep Tests at WHS!
Is your student looking for SAT or ACT exam practice? There is good news! Huntington Learning Center (Canyon Park) is offering full-length SAT and ACT practice tests in the WHS library as a fundraising event for Woodinville High School.
- The SAT is Wednesday January 11th, 2:00-5:30pm.
- The ACT is Wednesday January 18th, 2:00-5:30pm.
- The registration fee is $25 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 2024!
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Theatre Tickets - Winter Musical: Curtains
WHS Winter Musical: Curtains Feb 2-4 & 9-11, 7p
Woodinville High School Theatre Company presents Curtains - A Madcap Murder Mystery Musical Comedy! Curtains is the last complete musical by preeminent 20th-century composing duo John Kander and Fred Ebb, the musical minds behind mega-hits Cabaret and Chicago. It blends Agatha Christie-like mystery with the spectacular song and dance of Golden Age musicals, all while poking a bit of fun at the bells and whistles of musical theater.
Set in 1959 Boston, Curtains is a twisty whodunit that tracks the behind-the-scenes misadventures of police detective Lt. Frank Cioffi investigating the death of a new musical’s talentless star. But the stage-struck detective soon finds himself entangled in a romance — and somehow starring in the show itself as it heads for New York and Broadway. The thoroughly entertaining Curtains, which scored eight Tony Award nominations in 2007, including Best Musical, Book, and Original Score, will entertain audiences of all ages - although there is some coarse language and of course murder, so parental discretion is advised. See the press release for further details!
Performances are February 2-4 & 9-11, 7:00p at the Woodinville High School Theatre.
The show is double-cast for some of the lead roles. Within GoFan, the two separate casts are noted as "Cast Murder" and "Cast Mystery". Please see the below photo for a breakdown of who is part of each cast.
Ticket Sales
Reserved seating only! Tickets are available for purchase first come, first serve starting Friday, January 6:
- Online through GOFan:
https://gofan.co/app/school/WA23370 - In person at the WHS Main or Cashier's Office (no processing fee, M-F, 7:50a-3:50p)
Ticket prices are as follows*:
- General Admission $15
- Students w/ASB $12
- Seniors 65+ $12
- VIP $25
*In order to receive a qualified fee waiver for winter musical tickets, the ticket(s) must be purchased through the InTouch Point of Sale system at the WHS Main or Cashier's office. (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 yet sold out.
- The box office opens at 6:15p each show night.
- Please note there is no food and only water allowed in the theater.
- No photography at any time.
- Event is subject to change according to guidance by the Northshore School District, King County Dept. of Health, and/or the State of WA
- Masks are optional
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Finals: First Semester Ends Fri, Jan 27
As we near the halfway mark of the 2022-23 school year and the end of 1st semester on Friday, January 27, students are encouraged to reach out and keep the lines of communication open with his or her teachers, counselor, and parents/guardians and to follow up on any missing assignments.
First semester finals will take place the weeks of January 17-20 and January 22-27 pursuant to the schedule below*:
January 18 & 19
P.E.
Science
Social Studies
Arts Visual/Performing
January 25 & 26
World Language
Math
CTE
*ELA will not be giving a final.
Below are the bell schedules for the two weeks during finals:
Monday, Jan 16: MLK, Jr. Day – No School
Tuesday, Jan 17: 7-Period Schedule #2
Weds, Jan 18: ERW Block 2/4/6 Schedule #3
Thurs, Jan 19: Block 1/3/5/7 Schedule #4
Fri, Jan 20: 7-Period Schedule #2
Monday, Jan 23: 7-Period Schedule #2
Tuesday, Jan 24: 35-Min Activity Schedule #10
Weds, Jan 25: ERW Block 2/4/6 Schedule #3
Thurs, Jan 26: Block 1/3/5/7 Schedule #4
Fri, Jan 27: 7-Period Schedule #2
Please note, Monday, January 30 is a NON-Student Grading DAY - NO SCHOOL for students.
Again, students are encouraged to keep communication open and to reach out for support! GO Falcons!
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Falcon Quest
Falcon Quest is offered for students before and after school as a space for students to get caught up on work and collaborate with their peers.
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Second Semester Schedules & Report Card Information
Second semester schedules will be available for students and parents/guardians online in StudentVUE and ParentVUE the morning of Monday, January 23:
- Paper schedules will NOT be passed out in class on this day.
- Students will log into their StudentVUE account and click "Class Schedule" to view their 2nd semester schedules.
- Parents/Guardians will log into their ParentVUE account and click "Class Schedule" to view their student’s 2nd semester schedules.
- If a student is unable to access their StudentVUE account, they should see Dione Garcia or Heidi Lundberg in the Library or Jenn Diaz in the Counseling Office.
- Other places students can access their schedules online on starting the 24th include the Library and/or the College & Career Center before school, during options, lunches, or after school.
Schedule changes will only be made for those students missing a graduation requirement or that have a hole in their schedule.
Parents/Guardians can expect student report cards to arrive in home mailboxes approximately the second week in February.
If you have had an address change, please contact our office as soon as possible to ensure you receive your student’s grades. If you have any questions regarding address changes or updates, please contact our Student Information Specialist, Jenn Diaz, at jdiaz@nsd.org or 425-408-7512.
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PSAT Score Report & Informational Meetings
For students who want instructions on how to interpret their PSAT results, should report to the WHS Theater:
Freshmen & Sophomores– Tuedsay, January 17
Juniors - Wednesday, January 18
How students access their scores:
Scores are posted on studentscores.collegeboard.org.
Students who provided their email address on their answer sheet on PSAT test day received an email notifying them when their scores were available.
The email had a unique access code that connected to their scores online. Students who have not already done so were asked to set up a free College Board account to view their scores. Students who did not provide an email address on their answer sheet on test day can still access their scores online. If a student has not already done so, they will be asked to set up a free College Board account before they can view their scores.
Parents should NOT set up College Board accounts in their name or with their email address. Students should set up their own College Board account with their personal (non NSD school) email address.
Learn more about what the scores mean and next steps on the College Board's Getting Scores website.
WHS Counselors look forward to presenting to your students on these days!
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College and Career News
Ms. Tang, College & Career and Running Start Counselor created the College & Career Center Scoop to inform all students, families, and staff about all things related to college and career.
Check out the first issue of the 2022-23 school year by clicking here!
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Ryan Pascual and Satvik Kabbur Qualify to compete in American Invitational Mathematics Exam!
Please help to congratulate Ryan Pascual (left) and Satvik Kabbur (right) on qualifying to compete in the American Invitational Mathematics Exam! This is a high distinction and we're proud to have both Ryan and Satvik representing WHS in this nationwide competition. If you'd like to learn more about mathematics competitions or enjoy working on challenging mathematics in a collaborative environment, join the math club after school on Mondays in room #332. Congratulations Ryan and Satvik, we wish you luck!
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Lady Falcons Strong Performance at First Two Gymnastics Meets
On Thursday December 15, our WHS Gymnastics team hosted a home meet against Hazen, Liberty, and Bothell, and they earned top spots in all four events as well as the all-around! They continued to work hard and refine skills over the holiday break and had an even stronger showing at this week’s meet on Wednesday January 4 against Sammamish, Bothell, and Skyline. Notable performances include Ainsley Mann’s commanding and unwavering beam routine, Emily Brouwers disciplined and breathtaking bar routine, and Katie Barker’s precise and powerful floor routine. Come witness the strength, grace, talent, power, skill, and beauty of these young athletes at the next meet of the season – Wednesday January 11 7pm at Sammamish HS. Go Falcons!
Team Scores 12/15 @ Woodinville
Woodinville – 168.75
Hazen – 127.85
Liberty – 69.25
Bothell – 62.75
Team Scores 1/4 @ Bothell
Woodinville – 172.85
Sammamish – 170.85
Bothell – 132.65
Skyline – 97.55
Individual All-Around 12/15:
1st – Emily Brouwers – 35.75
2nd – Katie Barker – 35.65
3rd – Ainsley Mann – 33.70
4th – Rachel Minter – 30.60
5th – Sarah Ruana – 30.55
Individual All-Around 1/4:
2nd – Katie Barker – 36.65
3rd – Emily Brouwers – 35.90
5th – Ainsley Mann – 34.45
8th – Sophie Brittingham – 31.95
10th – Sarah Ruana – 31.35
Woodinville Individual Event Results Contributing to Team Score:
Vault
1st – Katie Barker
3rd – Katie Barker
2nd – Emily Brouwers
4th – Gia Calozza
3rd – Rachel Minter
5th – Emily Brouwers
4th – Ava Clark
6th – Sophie Brittingham
5th – Sarah Ruana
10th – Rachel Minter
Bars
1st – Emily Brouwers
3rd – Emily Brouwers
2nd – Katie Barker
4th – Katie Barker
3rd – Ainsley Mann
5th – Ainsley Mann
4th – Sarah Ruana
6th – Sophie Brittingham
5th – Lauren Kok
10th – Sarah Ruana
Beam
1st – Emily Brouwers and Ainsley Mann
1st – Ainsley Mann
3rd – Katie Barker
3rd – Katie Barker
6th – Emily Brouwers
4th – Sarah Ruana
10th – Sophie Brittingham
5th – Lauren Kok
11th – Sarah Ruana
Floor
1st – Katie Barker
1st – Katie Barker
2nd – Emily Brouwers
3rd – Emily Brouwers
3rd – Rachel Minter
5th – Ainsley Mann
4th – Ainsley Mann
6th – Sarah Ruana and Gia Calozza
5th – Ava Clark
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Top 3 Winning Classrooms During Annual WHS Holiday Food Drive!
With the Annual WHS Holiday Food Drive now over WHS ASB is happy to announce the top three 3rd period classrooms!
1st Place - Swartz, 4,349 items
2nd Place - Kittler, 160 items
3rd Place - Backstrom, 120 items
Congratulations to Mr. Swartz's class for earning the free breakfast for their class.Thank you to all our families who participated! The Maltby Food Bank was grateful!
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Falcons take Field Trip to Skills Incorporated!
Eleven Falcons participated on a field trip to Skills, Incorporated in Auburn on Monday, December 12th under the leadership of LC Teacher Jeff Monteleone. Skills Incorporated is a self-supporting, nonprofit social enterprise and leading aerospace supplier that demonstrates the power of an inclusive workplace by producing quality products in advanced manufacturing while utilizing best practices associated with disability employment. The field trip was very informative for the students and opened some eyes as to how “light” manufacturing work….works!
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WHS Robotics Teams Qualified for State!
The Woodinville Robotics Team had another great showing the weekend of December 17 at the 3rd state qualifier tournament hosted at Henry M. Jackson High School. Both teams, the Titanium Talons 11970 and the Kobalt Klaws 20345, have advanced to state! With the help of Quality Control, WHS Robotics worked together to get the powerplay world record of 274 points! The Titanium Talons 11970 earned the Inspire and Connect awards, while Kobalt Klaws 20345 earned the Think award and were 3rd seed captain!
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UPCOMING EVENTS!
Ongoing: Fee Waiver Consent Form available for families who qualify for Free & Reduced Lunch
1/11: SAT Practice Test, Library, 2:00p (Class of 2024 Huntington Event, available for all students)
1/12: Dr. Tolley's Listen and Learn Tour, WHS Library, 6:00-7:30p
1/13: MLK Recognition in English Class Periods
1/16: MLK, Jr. Day - No School
1/16: 9th & 10th Grade PSAT Score Information, Theatre, Options
1/17: 11th Grade PSAT Score Information, Theatre, Options
1/18: ACT Practice Test, Library, 2:00p (Class of 2024 Huntington Event, available for all students)
1/18-19: Finals Week # 1: PE, Science, Social Studies, Arts
1/20-21: Speech & Debate - Kamiak High School
1/21: NW Thespys
1/23: 2nd Semester Class Schedules Online (StudentVUE/ParentVUE)
1/25-26: Finals Week # 2: World Language, Math, CTE
1/26: DECA State Completition State Meeting
1/27: End 1st Semester
1/27-28: Speech & Debate - Seattle U
1/30: Non-Student Grading Day
1/31: 2nd Semester Class Schedules Distributed in Period 1
2/02-04: Winter Musical: Curtains
2/04: FBLA Winter Conference, NCHS
2/04-05: Speech & Debate Tournament @ Redmond High School
2/05: Robotics State Championships
2/06-10: NHS "Event Week"
2/06-17: Winter Wishes
2/08: Spanish Club Event
2/08: Huntington SAT/ACT Prep Score Release Meeting, Library, 6:00p(Class of 2024 Organized Event)
2/09-11: Winter Musical: Curtains
2/10: WHS Sat, March 11 SAT exam registration due on College Board website
2/11: Science Olympiad @ UW
2/11: Northlake Solo & Ensemble @ Redmond High School
2/13: Spring Sports Coaches Meeting
2/15: Jazz Pathways Concert
2/16-19: NAfME All-Northwest Honor Groups, Bellevue
2/20: President's Day - No School
2/21-24: Mid-Winter Break - No School
2/26: Spring Sports Registration Due
2/27-3/07: ASB 2023-24 Executive Board Applications Available
2/28: Choir Pathways Concert
05/13: Senior Prom, MoPop
06/09: Class of 2023 Commencement Rehearsal, MANDATORY, 9-11am
06/13: Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony, Pop Keeney Stadium, 6p
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Dr. Tolley Listen and Learn Tour,
WHS Library, Thurs, Jan 12, 6p
Between August and December 2022, Interim Superintendent Tolley will be implementing a comprehensive Listen and Learn Tour. The Listen and Learn Tour reflects the Interim Superintendent’s personal commitment and strong desire to engage and learn from students, families, staff, and partners. The next opportunity to participate will take place:
Thursday, Jan. 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Woodinville High School, 19819 136th Avenue NE in Woodinville
Superintendent Search Town Halls
The Northshore School Board is committed to a transparent and thorough Superintendent Search engagement process as it prepares to select the permanent superintendent for the Northshore School District for the 2023-24 school year. In January, the community, families, staff, and students have the opportunity to provide feedback through a variety of channels including Town Halls and focus groups.
Please participate in an upcoming in-person town hall:
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 6-7:30 p.m., Northshore Middle School, Library
Thank you to the many individuals who completed the online Superintendent Search Survey, which closed on Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.
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Weather & Emergency Information
Emergencies and weather-related problems can alter school schedules and affect bus transportation for students. 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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FAB Memorabilia & Sports Card Show, Sat ,Jan 14, 10a-3p
Join us for the Memorabilia & Sports Card Show hosted by Falcon Athletic Boosters
Saturday, January 14, 10am – 3pm in the WHS Commons
Students Free, Adults $5
Proceeds will be used to fund the 2023 FAB Scholarship fund and general fund
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Hello new and returning WHS PTSA members!
Woodinville High School PTSA is now on Instagram! Give us a follow @WoodinvillePTSA to stay current on how our PTSA is helping support our WHS community.
WHS PTSA supports academic needs, is an active voice on decisions that impact your child’s health, safety and quality of education, and builds a stronger, more inclusive school community. Join WHS PTSA for your child because increasing our membership, even by one, makes it possible to provide important educational resources, speak up on important issues and create a stronger school community.
We invite you to join because we can do more together than apart!
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WHS PTSA Amazon Smile Fundraiser!
Our Amazon Smile Fundraiser is up and running! It's so easy to implement on your computer and phone. Pass on to friends and family, and help to continue to support the WHS PTSA when you do your online shopping!
The instructions and link are below.
http://smile.amazon.com/ch/91-1241290
1). Shop using smile.amazon.com - create a new bookmark on your computer!
AND
2). Activate Amazon Smile on your phone - follow these instructions below:
- Open Amazon app and tap the SETTINGS button (3 horizontal lines) in the lower right corner
- Scroll down to the bottom to find to find find "Settings", click the button to expand this menu
- Scroll down to AmazonSmile and follow instructions to turn on
*Amazon app notifications are required to be turned on
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WHS Music Boosters News & Fundraiser
We appreciate everyone’s continued support with our Happy New Year! I hope you are doing well! Here is our news for this week. Thanks! Have a great week and weekend!
Happy New Year, everyone! We hope you had a relaxing and wonderful break! Music Boosters continues to move forward in our fundraising efforts. Here are a few events coming up. We appreciate your continued support!
*Woodinville Mod Pizza on Wednesday, January 18th, all day. Please mention us at checkout or use the code to order online.
*Mami Tran Vietnamese Food truck online ordering from January 16th-January 28th, with frozen delivery on Sunday, January 29th. It’s a great way to have food on hand for those busy school nights! More details to follow in the next newsletter.
*Pizza Coop on February 7th. Mention our name at checkout.
*Pass the Hat is our ongoing fundraiser. Please use the QR code below to donate.
We are working toward reducing the cost of the music trip, which affects over 150 students. In addition, money raised goes to help cover costs for program needs and competitions.
Our next meeting is Monday, January 9th, from 6-7 p.m. in the WHS Library. We look forward to seeing you!
We are thankful to be part of a dedicated, supportive, and generous community!
~Your Music Booster Committee
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WHS Journalism Club
Seeking Donations to Fund website hosting and future field trips!
The WHS ASB Journalism Club is seeking donations to fund website hosting and future field trips. Journlaism members would very much appreciate the help of your generous donation to reach their goal!
Donate at TouchBase Lite: https://wa-northshore-lite.intouchreceipting.com
A username/password are not needed.
Questions about the steps to donate on TouchBase Lite? Visit the WHS ASB Journalism website.
Thank you for supporting the WHS Journalism Club!
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If you should have any questions, reach out to Culinary Science Club President Amalie Landry at 1082673@apps.nsd.org.
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Reduced or Waived Fees 2022-23
Available by logging into ParentVue and completing the steps in the Student Information Updates module
***Step-by-step instructions on how to submit the consent form in ParentVUE can be found in .pdf HERE. An electronic step-by-step guide is also available on the district website.***
Please note: Part of the process when completing the consent form is families will first verify their information (address, phone, emergency contacts, etc.). The Consent form will appear after the race and preferred language questions. Parents/Guardians need to go through each page and verify information before reaching the consent form. The ParentVUE app on cell phones looks nearly identical to the computer version of ParentVUE for completing the online consent form.
If you qualify for free or reduced price meals, also apply for reduced or waived extra-curricular school fees pursuant to House Bill 1660 (that you may be eligible for) by completing that section of the Student Information Updates in ParentVue* on or after August 15 (see House Bill 1660 details below).
Completing the fee waiver form in ParentVUE* will allow your student's free and reduced status to be shared with those administering extra-curricular activities at our school or within the district, thus being able to waive or reduce certain fees.
Consent must be given each school year and does not carry forward from last school year. Instructions on how to submit the consent form in ParentVUE can be found on the district website.
Once the Consent is submitted through the Student Information Updates portal in ParentVUE, it takes a minimum of 24 hours for the waived fees to show up in TouchBase.
Visit the District website to learn how to apply for free or reduced price meals.
Questions?
Betsy Black, Account Specialist
eblack@nsd.org
Phone: 425-408-7657
Fax: 425-408-7645
ParentVUE: *If you need your username/password, email whsattendance@nsd.org.
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Questions about student meals?
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High School Accreditation
Woodinville High School is participating in the Washington State Accreditation process this school year.
- This is a voluntary process that takes place every 6 years, where we demonstrate that here at WHS we provide our students with a high quality and rigorous education.
- Accreditation is an inquiry-based process, tightly aligned to our Strategic Action Plan, and the work we do at WHS.
- Accreditation is not only an internal review of how we are doing in meeting our goals, but also an external review process where we share our work and improvement plan with both a site evaluation review team and a state level review panel.
We are excited about the process and showing off what a great school we have!
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From the WHS Health Room
COVID Updates:
The Washington State Department of Health has provided new guidance for schools this fall. Please review the Symptom and Exposure Flowchart for Schools and learn about the Northshore School District's COVID information on our Health Room website so you are prepared for the school year. You'll find details about what to do if your child has:
- Symptoms,
- If your child is exposed to COVID,
- What kind of test your child should have,
- What to do if your child tests positive, and
- How you will be notified of COVID cases at school.
Other Illnesses:
To avoid the spread of illness other than COVID, follow these guidelines when deciding whether your child is healthy enough for school. In addition to the COVID guidelines, if your child has any of the symptoms below, please keep him/her at home until the symptoms subside:
- APPEARANCE/BEHAVIOR: unusually tired, difficult to wake, pale, skin rash, lack of appetite; these are often signs of underlying illness.
- FEVER: temperature of 100 degrees or higher in the past 24 hours
- VOMITING/DIARRHEA: within the past 24 hours.
- RASH: Any rash of unknown cause should be considered contagious. Please have your child examined by a health care provider to determine the cause and communicability of the rash before sending him/her to school. The school may require a note from the health care provider stating that the rash is not contagious.
- Other: For other specific diseases or health difficulties it is always a good idea to contact the school nurse. We are happy to share information and resources anytime!
Students must be fever-free without fever reducing medication and other symptoms improving before returning to school.
Medications at School:
If your student will be taking any medication at school, please contact the school nurse. The Northshore School District recommends that medication be taken at home whenever possible. We recognize, however, that in some cases it is essential that medication be administered during the school day. Learn about the procedures for the handling of ALL medications in the schools, as well as find the authorization form, on our Health Room website.
Please do not put any kind of medicine, including Tylenol, vitamins, and cough drops in your child's lunch box, backpack or pockets. Unidentified medicine can never be given at school.
Please feel free to contact us at any time to discuss health concerns about your student.
Christie Callahan RN, BSN
Jennifer Gardner RN, BSN
(425) 408-7406
ccallahan@nsd.org
jgardner2@nsd.org
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| COVID-19 Update
The Department of Health (DOH) requires schools to inform families and students of COVID-19 cases and potential outbreaks.
- The accuracy of our data depends on self-reporting.
- Thank you for continuing to let the Nurse Callahan and Nurse Gardner know if your child tests positive for COVID-19.
- To view information, including school and district trends, visit the District’s COVID-19 data dashboard. The dashboard is updated weekly on Monday evenings.
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| Transportation 2022-23
Please click this LINK for bus information 2022-23.
Please click HERE for Daily Bus Passes and Activity Bus Passes routes and information!
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WHS E-News from the Principal
"One Falcon, One Family"
January 6, 2023
Volume 12, Issue 13
Office Hours
Monday – Friday 7:50 A.M. – 3:50 P.M.
Our Office Team is here to help you:
Carolyn Moriarty, Office Manager, Ext. 7401
Kim Benedict, Main Office Secretary, Ext. 7403
Denise Schwans, ASB/Assessments/Graduation Coordination, Ext. 7515
Jenn Diaz, Student Info Specialist/Registrar, Ext. 7512
Shaina Bloomquist, Attendance Secretary, Ext. 7410
Roberta Porter, Counseling Office Manager, Ext. 7418
Nicki Kongkarat, ASB/Bookkeeping, Fine/Fee Payment, Ext. 7504
Renae Hector, Athletics Secretary, Ext. 7491
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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