Otter News
The Rogers Way to Be – Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Responsible
Reminder, there is no school on Monday, January 18th in honor of Martin Luther King Day
1/19: Virtual PTA Meeting
1/20 All School assembly at 8:30 AM (teacher should provide link)
1/21: Library curbside pickup
1/28: Day between semesters (NO SCHOOL)
Trimester 1 progress reports are available in the Source for parent review. If you are unable to access the Source, please contact Ms. Keene in the office Mon – Thurs. for assistance (206) 252-4320. https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/dots/support_training_forms/source
NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION Online registration for new students for 2021-22 school year began 1/4. If your child will be 5 years old by August 31, it is time to enroll for kindergarten. https://mysps.seattleschools.org/event/enrollment-begins-2021-22-new-student-registration/ If you need assistance with enrollment, please contact Andrea Bergan at aebergan@seattleschools.org for assistance.
Please share with your neighbors and friends: Virtual Tours for prospective John Rogers families are on Wednesday 1/20 at 7 PM and Tuesday 1/26 at 7 PM. See the John Rogers website for more information and for the Zoom link https://rogerses.seattleschools.org/
NEED TECH HELP? In-Person Tech Support Center hours 11 AM – 6 PM at Nathan Hale High School – Entrance is on 110th street near the athletic field. Parking is available on 110th Helpful tech information: https://www.seattleschools.org/student_portal/technology_supports_for_families
LIBRARY CURBSIDE PICKUP: THURSDAY, JAN.21, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (*Students must place a hold by 3pm the day before to be eligible) *Helpful how-to video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18rmlg5MoOdMQe5FbwFrVY2LmYohz-kEy/view Questions: Ms. Burke, Librarian: jeburke@seattleschools.org
PTA (PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION) MEETING: 1/19 AT: 7:00 PM
Join us to learn more about our school community and how our PTA is supporting John Rogers. All are welcome! Meetings will be held via Zoom with the same Meeting ID and Passcode until it is safe to meet in person again. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6789533424?pwd=WlRjdEZaRW5LODZoeWwwVnpZMTB0UT09
Meeting ID: 678 953 3424
Passcode: Otters
Become a PTA member today! Membership is $9. JOIN NOW! Scholarships are available by emailing John Rogers PTA .
BECOME INVOLVED WITH PTA FINANCES! We have openings on a Budget Amendment committee and a Mid-Year Financial Review committee. This will be a 2-3 hour time commitment in January and is a great way to learn more about the PTA’s finances. Contact Chris jrptatreasurer@gmail.com
2020-21 VISITING ARTISTS! Through a Creative Advantage grant, we welcomes two teaching artists this year! Starting Jan 4, Chris Daigre will teach a unique dance method combining African, Latin, jazz and modern dance techniques. Tune in for a final performance at our February assembly! In March, Greg Thornton, aka Mr. Greg, an artist-activist, joins us for a multi-week visual arts residency. Questions? Megan: megsmithling@gmail.com
MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
Meadowbrook CC is hosting a virtual craft class and provides the supplies with purchased craft kits. A fun activity for kids to make a handmade gift to give! Must register/purchase by 1/17. More details and the link to register: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/seattle/activity/search/detail/35629?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true February brochure will be out soon. https://issuu.com/arcwa/docs/january_virtual_programs_winter_2021_brochure_fina/2?ff Questions? Kylie: Kylie.Helmuth@seattle.gov
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