August 26th, 2023

SPHS Students and Families,

As we approach the beginning of a new school year this week, our staff is filled with excitement for and anticipation of the memories, successes, and growth that lies ahead. At Shadle Park High School, we firmly believe that attendance is a cornerstone of academic and personal success. Each day at school presents an opportunity for students to engage with lessons that make them collaborate and think critically, make connections with others and build lasting friendships, and acquire valuable 21^st century skills that will ensure you are opportunity ready for your future beyond Shadle. We are committed to fostering a challenging, supportive, loving, and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. As families, your partnership in ensuring regular attendance plays a pivotal role in this endeavor.

To kickstart this journey, we invite you to our upcoming Launch Conferences. If you have not done so already, please sign up for a Launch Conference. Launch Conferences will take place next Thursday August 31^st and next Friday September 1^st. Launch Conferences are a time to meet with your student’s Advisor, check out a laptop, review their classes and graduation progress, review our school focus and expectations for the year, and get any of your questions answered to ensure a strong school-family partnership and a smooth start to a successful year.

Following Launch Conferences, the first day of classes will be Tuesday September 5^th beginning at 8:00am.

Wishing you a wonderful weekend!

Chris Dunn

Principal, Shadle Park HS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mon. 8/28: Senior Sunrise
Wed. 8/30: 9th Grade Orientation (6:00pm - 7:30pm)
Thurs. 8/31: Launch Conferences (7:30am - 6:00pm)
Thurs. 8/31: Senior Back to School Night (4:00pm - 6:00pm)
Fri. 9/1: Launch Conferences (7:30am - 3:00pm)
Mon. 9/4: No School/Labor Day
Tues. 9/5 to Fri. 9/8: Advisory Schedule
Fri. 9/8: Picture Day (in English classes)
Sat. 9/9: Highlander XC Meet
Mon. 9/11: Late Start Monday

Mon. 9/18: Late Start Monday
Week of 9/18 to 9/22: Homecoming Week
Wed. 9/20: 2nd Annual Feeder Pattern Community Night (5:30pm)
Fri. 9/22: Homecoming Football Game (4:00pm)
Sat. 9/23: Homecoming Dance
Mon. 9/25: Late Start Monday
Tues. 9/26: Senior Parent College & Career Readiness Information Night (6:00pm)
Fri. 9/29 to Sat. 9/30: Linda Sheridan Volleyball Tournament

Click here to view the SPS District Calendar

STUDENT SCHEDULES FOR 23-24

When making schedule change requests, please keep in mind that our master schedule was developed based on the conversations students had with their school counselor last February to ensure they were registering for classes that both fulfill their graduation requirements as well as align with their passions. As a reference regarding schedule changes, please see the lists below regarding changes that can be fulfilled and schedule changes that cannot be fulfilled.

Schedule changes which CAN be fulfilled:

Missing a course required to fulfill a graduation requirement
Less than six classes
Error in schedule
Based on course availability, a change in elective

Schedule changes which CANNOT be fulfilled:

The desire for a specific teacher/class period/lunch/etc.
Dropping a dual-credit (AP, CiHS) or honors course before the beginning of the semester (exceptions made based on overall academic rigor within a student’s schedule)
Dropping a math course in the junior year or CADR required quantitative course in senior year

LAUNCH CONFERENCES

This Thursday (8/31) and Friday (9/1) are days on which students and families are invited to conference with their student’s Advisory teacher. These conferences will set students up for a successful launch to the 23-24 school year, including discussing topics such as: schedules, graduation requirements, post-secondary plans, student expectations, getting involved at school, and how we can best support you. Additionally, students will be checking out their laptops during these conferences. If you have not already done so, click below to register, and, view this video which provides an overview of how to use the launch conference scheduling tool!

CEP SURVEY

CEP is the Community Eligibility Provision. It is the program Spokane Public Schools runs to offer free meals to all students at school for the 2023-2024 school year. SPS is able to participate in this program thanks to the passage of a bill in the Washington Legislature in 2022.

Although meals are free to all students this school year, filling out the Family Income Survey helps ensure school funding is maintained for essential programs and supports for our Shadle Park students. Students who qualify can get added benefits like waived sports & testing fees, community discounts, and many others. For more information, visit the CEP survey FAQ link.

Click HERE to complete the CEP Survey!

9TH GRADE ORIENTATION

CLASS OF 2024 UPDATES

"WE ARE" FEEDER PATTERN COMMUNITY NIGHT

BUY YOUR GSL SPORTS PASS

GSL Single and Family Passes for 2023-2024 are on sale now at www.shopgsl.com. The sports pass is good for all regular season games at all 16 GSL schools.

ZUM & STA INFORMATION

In the same manner as last year, SPS and Spokane Transit Authority will partner in offering transportation for high school students. STA options are available for high school students living outside the 1.5-mile walk zone radius, as well as high school students living within the 1.5-mile walk zone radius. High school students living outside the 1.5-mile walk zone radius who also live in an area without sufficient STA service will be able to ride a yellow bus to school via Zum, our new yellow bus provider in Spokane Public Schools.

To register your students for Zum (the yellow bus), please click HERE.

To learn more about STA options for High School Students and the STA/SPS partnership, please click HERE.

PICTURE DAY

School Picture Day is Friday September 8th during English classes. All students are required to have pictures taken for the yearbook and their Student ID/GSL Card. Students may NOT wear face coverings or costumes for their official school photo. Order information to come!

POWERSCHOOL MOBILE APP

We have heard from some students and families that the PowerSchool app does not seem to be accurately reflecting a student's classes. If this is the case for you, please log out of the app and log back in as the update that occurred to PowerSchool over the summer needs to take effect.

NEWTECH PREP WELCOME DAY

INSTRUMENTAL UPDATES

DECA STORE

Need some Shadle swag? Order your Shadle gear through the Highlander Hut DECA Store today!

SHADLEFEST 2023

Shadlefest is a celebration to welcome the Shadle Park High School community to the 2023-24 school year and to introduce the Shadle Park HS Boosters!

Please join the Shadle Booster Club for a great evening of Shadle Park traditions, door prizes, a live band (Brassless Chaps), and join in on the Shadle Nation camaraderie! Proceeds from this event will go back to support students and programs at Shadle Park HS!

Event is at Adelo's Pizza (8801 N Indian Trail Rd, Suite G, Spokane, WA 99208)
Festivities begin at 5:00 PM
Shadle Park Traditions starts at 6:00 PM - Includes Shadle Park Cheerleaders, Bagpipers and Shadle Park Drumline.
Live Band kicks off around 7:00 PM
Free of Charge, Food and Beverages are at your own expense.