Todd Beamer High School Aug 2017

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1 Todd Beamer High School Aug 2017 First day of School is Wed. Sept. 6 th 7:25am-1:55pm Dear Todd Beamer Scholars, Staff, Parents and Families, The transition to a new, collaborative administrative and school-wide professional learning team has begun and we are honored to be a part of it. When support was requested, Superintendent Tammy Campbell and Deputy Superintendent Dani Pfeiffer responded, asking Ms. Weatherhead to step in to deeply support administrators and the vision and mission of staff; so important is our district s and OUR own desired success for Todd Beamer High School! We hope not to let you down. We come into this environment with a genuine respect for all the leaders and teacher-leaders that came before us, and those who are here today. We come with a profound sense of optimism for what we can cocreate together. Let us be clear: we are all in this together. And we will move forward, closing the door to what was, and busting open new ones to a school vision that will greatly depend on healthy relationships, rigorous learning, and high expectations. You can expect that from the both of us as we expect that for ourselves. Much good came out of small schools over the last two decades, but the time has come to systematize our efforts in order to provide the best, most equitable learning environment for all scholars. Our Federal Way Public Schools Strategic Plan will guide us in our work to continually learn, lead, utilize data, and collaborate to ensure our scholars have a voice, a dream, and a bright future. Join us as we partner together to build something greater than we could ever imagine. Our children deserve that much. With respect, Eric Marshall Anali Weatherhead Co-Principals Todd Beamer High School Titan Tip-Off (Schedule Pick-Up) Monday, August 28 th 12-3pm OR Tuesday, August 29 th 3-6pm* *BBQ and meet administrators and staff this day only PICK UP your schedule Pay school fees Get ID card AND yearbook photo taken Bring with you: Health History Form in this packet

2 Welcome new Administrators to our Todd Beamer High School family! VAL MANADA Assistant Principal ANDREA LOVE Assistant Principal PAUL REID Assistant Principal My name is Val Manada and I am one of the assistant principals at Todd Beamer High School. I am eager and excited to work with you. My passion is to inspire students to recognize their full potential and provide any support they need to help them achieve success. I have worked in education for nine years and am entering my third year with the Federal Way School District. For the past 2 years, I was the Dean of Students at Federal Way High School. I am going to miss my Eagle family however look forward to work with and being part of my new Titan Family. I also served as the Athletic Director at Federal Way High School during the school year. Before working at Federal Way, I was a health and physical education teacher at Homewood- Flossmoor and Uplift High School in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. I am ready to embark on this journey at Todd Beamer High School and look forward to partnering with all stakeholders to ensure the success of our scholars and our community. Let s have a great year! My name is Andrea Love and I am one of the Assistant Principals at Todd Beamer High School. I am honored to be working at Todd Beamer and am excited to get to know students, families, and staff. I am driven by a belief in equitable access for all scholars to ensure a high level of achievement. I am committed to ensuring that we consistently provide innovative support so that all scholars are able to reach and exceed our high expectations and be prepared for life after high school. I have worked in education for nine years, however, this will be my first year in the Federal Way School District. For the past 2 years I was the Dean of Students at Health Science and Human Services High School in the Highline School District. Prior to that, I served as the Head Counselor for New Start High School, in White Center, and for multiple other Highline Alternative Programs. I am looking forward to developing strong relationships with the Todd Beamer community as we partner together to make this the best year yet! My name is Paul Reid and I'm excited to be joining the Todd Beamer high school learning community. I am married with two children. My lovely wife is Megan and my kids are Macy (6) and Oliver (2.5). We live in Bonney Lake Washington in a new Community called Tehaleh. The most important thing to know about my family, is we are loyal and all have a really big sense of humor. I have served in Federal Way since I started off as a teacher at Twin Lakes Elementary teaching 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade. After that, I moved over to Silver Lake elementary as the dean of students. For the last three years I've served as the assistant principal at Lakota middle school. The most important thing you need to know about me is that I will be relentless in my efforts to listen, inspire, act, and follow through. I'm looking forward to meeting/seeing you all soon, but for now, enjoy the rest of your summer!

3 SCHOOL PICTURES will be taken when you pick up your schedule. You will receive your ID card. This is your yearbook photo for all grades. There is NO separate picture day for seniors. Other opportunities to take your picture: Sep 12th 7:30am-1:30pm Oct 24th (Retakes) 7:30am-1:30pm CONTACT INFORMATION Main Office: Eric Marshall Principal Anali Weatherhead Principal Andrea Love Asst Principal Val Manada Asst Principal Paul Reid Asst Principal Alexandria Red Dean of Students Melissa Havili Office Manager Jeana Alley Secretary Counselors: Kari Heinz Counselor A-E Timothy Lynch Counselor F-K Jolie Comery Counselor L-P Kelly White Counselor Q-Z Yolanda Richardson Counseling Secretary Attendance Office: Request Early Dismissal Report an Absence or Late Arrival 24-Hr Attn Line (Message Only) Julie Mock - Attn Secretary Contact Information: Mike Heinlen, Coordinator mheinlen@fwps.org The Traffic Safety Office is located at Federal Way High School th Avenue S. #2319 Federal Way, WA Phone: Fax: Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:00am to 3:00 pm TRAFFIC SAFETY Learn to Drive this year by signing up for Traffic Safety Classes. Our Fall sessions classes are offered after Decatur, Federal Way, Thomas Jefferson and Todd Beamer High Schools. Students must be 15 years old before class starts to register for Traffic Safety classes. Enrollment forms are available at each High School or on line at under traffic safety. The registration fee is can either be paid in full at time of registration or use our payment plan. Payment may be made by cash, check, money order, or VISA/Master Card..

4 Important Steps for ATHLETIC CLEARANCE Athletic Clearance is now done at All student athletes are required to complete the following steps to ensure eligibility on the first day of tryouts/practice. Step 1: Go to register, and complete the following forms under the Electronic Participation Forms tab. Eligibility Form Athletic Participation Form Medical Emergency Authorization Step 2: Ensure your student has a current physical. Physicals are valid for two (2) years. If your student needs a new physical, please download a copy from the Download and Print tab. After getting a new physical, have your student return the original copy to the Athletic Office at your school. It is recommended that you keep a copy for your personal records. Step 3: Pay the ASB at the Finance Office of your school. All students participating in a sport are required to have an ASB Card TBHS Fees ASB $ Parking $ (Forms in Main Office) Yearbook $ (After 12/31/16 $55.00) * NO Participation fee for athletics. Student Meal Prices: Breakfast: $ 1.75 Lunch: $ 3.00 Milk: $.60 Families currently on the Free and Reduced Program will receive an application in the mail in August and will have until the end of September to apply for renewal. Schools will also receive a supply of applications for new students. School Lunches Are you interested in Free or Reduced meals for your student scholar? Apply or renew Free and Reduced lunches for the school year. A new application is needed every year. To apply go to: You can also get a paper application at your school. Refill a meal account online! You may pay for school meals on a credit card online. Go to Click on Student and Family and Nutrition Services and check the sidebar on the left. You can also view your account balance and purchase activity. You may also call to charge to Visa or Mastercard. You will need your student s ID number, the primary phone number we have on file, and your child s birthdate. Titan Parking Parking on the school campus is limited and a privilege. Students who drive to school must register and obtain a parking permit for each vehicle. Students may park in designated student parking areas (not staff, visitor, handicapped or any unauthorized areas) and the permit must be displayed. Reckless driving or endangerment, parking incorrectly, not displaying a permit or parking in unauthorized areas can result in fines, school discipline, police citations and/or towing or impounding at owner s expense. Todd Beamer has the right to boot any vehicle and assess fines for any parking violation. Removal of parking boot is done after paying a $50 fine. Student Drop Off & Pick Up ** When dropping off or picking up students, BUSES HAVE PRIORITY in the BUS LOOP in front of the Main Entrance of the school ** Students should be dropped off in the circular driveway in front of the main entrance. Please be advised that long lines can form at the start and end of the day, especially the first week of school, and plan accordingly.

5 Electronic Equipment Students are discouraged from bringing electronic equipment to school. Todd Beamer is not responsible for any items that are lost, stolen or damaged on campus. Students are not permitted to have walkie-talkies, laser pointers, electronic toys/games, and other assorted electronic items at school. Such equipment brought to school and/or classrooms will be confiscated. Any electronic item used inappropriately is subject to confiscation and may require a parent/guardian to pick the item(s) up. PE Locks PE locks are issued to students currently in a Physical Education class to use in the locker room lockers. Lockers are the property of the Federal Way Public Schools and are subject to search by school district officials. Students are responsible for the condition and contents of their lockers and may be charged for any damage. The school is not responsible for items in student lockers. Inappropriate items in lockers will be reported to the Security.. ID & ASB Cards All students are required to have a student photo ID card. When the ASB fee is paid, an endorsement is printed on the ID card to make the student eligible for academic and/or athletic letters, free admission to home athletic events, reduced entrance costs for school and league activities, and cost breaks on various school sales. ID cards are also required for schedules, lunch purchases, and operation of any school computer with internet access. Replacement ID cards are issued for a fee of $5.00. A student must show his/her ID card when asked by any staff member. Health Room and Medication at School The School Nurse s office and the Health Room are located in the Main Office, but it is for emergencies and health screenings only. Students who become ill at school should get a pass from their teacher and report to the health room. If the student is too ill to remain at school, the nurse will contact a parent or guardian to pick up the student. Students will not be allowed to remain in the Health Room for extended periods of time, unless it is not possible to contact parents and/or arrange for transportation home. Medication at School: When possible, parents/guardians and your health care provider are urged to design a schedule for giving medication outside school hours. Medication is defined to mean all drugs, whether prescription or over-the-counter. If you do have medication that needs to be checked into the health room, you will need to complete a medication form (available in the school office), have it signed by yo PeachJar Parents For important school information, enrichment flyers, newsletters, important district and/or school paperwork, school supply lists, bus schedules, etc. go to the FWSD Facebook and check your students PeachJar account (Icon on school website). You do not need to sign up to receive PeachJar alerts! Volunteers Parent volunteers are always welcome. If you would like to help out in any capacity, please call Jeana Alley at