Dear Dolphin Families,
As the month of March is closing out with only one more week, we move from winter and the many activities associated with it and into the anticipation of spring. Not only are we transitioning seasons, we are also transitioning to begin to think about next school year. Please keep you eye out for events and information on registration and course selection for next school year. As we hope for warmer weather and traverse more transitions, we want to keep our students focused on continuing to strive to do their best and be their best selves. I appreciate all that you do at home to support your student and the community as a whole. Thank you for making the bridge between school and home so strong. I am so fortunate to work along side all of our students, staff, and families; your participation and continuous support is invaluable.
Warmly,
Principal Ingraham
Save the Date
- Rising 6th grade and all returning students to Denny Registration Fair will be on April 3rd from 5:00 to 6:30 at Denny. Families will be able to explore the different opportunities and classes at Denny and then register for their scholars classes for next year at the event.
- Our 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony will be on June 17th in the evening. Please save this date as more details will be coming shortly.
Denny mArch mAdness Attendance chAllenge
What grade will have the BEST attendance for the month of March?
Whole School Plan for March Madness
- Each grade will compete for who has the best attendance
Pizza on April 2nd for winning grade level
Individual Student Plan for March Madness
Top 5 students who have improved their attendance for the week will get a personal snack cart visit
Top 6 students who have improved their attendance for March get pizza and a free period on April 1st
Denny Dinero for improved attendance
Spring OST Registration – Opens February 10 at 6:00am
It’s almost time to register for spring OST (Out-of-School-Time) Activities!
Please follow the link below or use the QR Code to sign up or come to the main office for a paper form.
Spring Out of School Time Registration
Classes run from March 3 to May 30 (12 weeks)
Update on School Policy for Family Members Shadowing their Scholar
We deeply value the partnership between home and school and appreciate the involvement of our families in their students’ education. One way we have always fostered this connection is by welcoming families to shadow their students during the school day. We love and support this practice, as it strengthens our community and enhances student success.
To ensure we continue prioritizing student safety, privacy, and well-being, we are making updates to our school policy regarding families shadowing their scholar. These updates are in place for the following important reasons:
- Student Privacy & FERPA Compliance – We must ensure that everyone in the building has the proper clearance and understanding of student privacy and confidentiality. This is essential to aligning with federal regulations like FERPA.
- Safety & Security – Given the current social-political climate, we must be extra diligent about knowing who is in our building at all times and ensuring a secure environment for all students and staff.
- District Policy Alignment – We are updating our procedures to remain in full alignment with District policies and expectations.
Families who wish to shadow their scholar may do so by completing the District’s volunteer clearance process (New Volunteer Application) or by reaching out to our administration team to coordinate a visit where an administrator can accompany them. These steps allow us to maintain a safe and welcoming environment while ensuring compliance with our updated policies.
We remain committed to fostering strong relationships with our families and will provide additional details on how to continue engaging with your student’s learning in ways that honor these updates. Thank you for your understanding, support, and partnership in keeping our school community safe and strong.
Join PTSA
We have gotten our link so that all can officially join the PTSA. Please use the following link to become a Denny PTSA member: https://wspta-00030863.givebacks.com/store
PTSA General Meeting April 9th
The PTSA will hold their next general meeting on Wednesday, April 9th from 7:00 to 8:00 by Zoom. Please find the link to join below. The general meetings will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each months.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/95559484589?pwd=MlZCdTNSYzd4c0Y4d005SWpidmk0Zz09
Meeting ID: 955 5948 4589
Passcode: 363034
UW Center for Child and Family Well-Being Free Webinar on Screen Time and Mental Health
THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON CENTER FOR CHILD AND FAMILY WELL-BEING
Free Public Lecture with Lucía Magis-Weinberg, M.D., Ph.D., Brandon T. McDaniel, Ph.D., and David M. Levy, Ph.D.
April 24, 2025
6:00 PM-7:30 PMPT
Free Public Lectures
Thursday, April 24, 2025
6:00pm-7:30pm
Location
Live Online Webinar
Open to
Public
Cost
Free
This webinar will include a panel of experts discussing parents’, teens’, and preteens’ digital technology and social media use and its relation to mental health. Panel members will be asked to discuss current patterns of social media use by parents and youth, and share about the potential for both positive and detrimental effects of social media, including the role of technology and social media in supporting social connectedness and awareness, while also contributing to mental health challenges. Panelists will suggest approaches to social media use that incorporate mindfulness and support well-being.
Volunteer with Northwest Folklife
We are excited to announce an incredible volunteer opportunity for students, staff and faculty, at the Northwest Folklife Festival, taking place from May 23rd to May 27th, 2025! This renowned event celebrates arts, culture, and community, and we would love for you to be part of it!
As a volunteer, you will have the chance to:
- Assist with event setup and coordination
- Help ensure the smooth flow of performances and activities
- Engage with festivalgoers and support our diverse team of performers and artists
- Gain hands-on experience in event management and community engagement
Details:
- Dates: May 23-27, 2025
- Location: Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
- Shifts: Flexible shifts available throughout the festival
Volunteering at the Northwest Folklife Festival is not only a great way to contribute to an important community event, but also a fantastic opportunity to meet people, develop skills, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Don’t miss out on being part of this vibrant cultural celebration!
Opportunity for a Free T-Mobile Hotspot
T-Mobile’s project 10 million is open again for new applicants. https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/project-10-million
Any student that qualifies for the Free and Reduced Meal Program is eligible for a free 200GB/month hotspot for 5 years.
Closes again once they hit their 10 million students.
Community Resources
Food:
- Byrd Barr Place | https://byrdbarrplace.org/ 722 18th Ave (206) 812-4940
- Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Market (Food Bank) Open Tuesday 11:00am - 4:00pm ; Wednesday 12:00pm - 4:00pm ; Thursday 10:00 am - 2:00 p.m.
- Call (206) 812-4940 for weekly home delivery service - Serves the 98102, 98112 or 98122 ZIP codes.
- Food Pantry (King County) | https://www.foodpantries.org
- Non-profit, charitable organization that distributes food to those who have difficulty purchasing
- Seattle Community Kitchen Collective | 2822 Martin Luther King Way S. Seattle, WA 98144
- http://www.thatbrowngirl.com/everybodygottaeat
- Chef Kristi & The That Brown Girl Cooks team will be operating as a Community Kitchen. Serving free meals to the community every Thursday & Saturday 2pm - 6pm.
- Sound Generations
- Community Dining Locations - https://soundgenerations.org/our-programs/food-security/community-dining/locations/
Rent/Housing Supports:
- Byrd Barr Place | 206-812-4940, housingassistance@byrdbarr.place
- Offers financial support for apartment and home renters in the Seattle area who have an active eviction notice or who have had a loss of income and owe past-due rent. We currently have a waiting list for rental assistance.
- Online form at https://westseattlefoodbank.org/apply/assistance/
- Catholic Community Services | (206) 328-5724 South: (253) 850-2523 East: (245) 213-1963
- https://ccsww.org/get-help/shelter-homeless-services/emergency-assistance/
- This program offers King County residents emergency assistance and move-in cost assistance.
- Housing and essential needs (HEN) (206) 328-5755
- Emergency Assistance Program – (253) 850-2523: Call First and Third Thursdays of each month from 2:00 - 3:00 pm
- El Centro De La Raza | (206) 329-0786 | 2524 16th Ave S, Seattle | www.elcentrodelaraza.org
- Provides assistance for various types of housing emergencies, affordable housing, transitional housing, and rental assistance
- Neighborhood House Helpline | (206) 767-7124
- Low-income residents of South King County, including White Center/Burien residents, can get assistance with eviction prevention funds and grants
- Washington 2-1-1
- Help line number to connect with services that can help with rental assistance, shelter, legal referrals, housing assistance, transportation, food, and other needs. Larger organizations may not accept clients unless they’ve gone through 211
- Search for available resource at https://search.wa211.org/
- YWCA Project Self-Sufficiency | (206) 209-5677| 211 referral needed
- The agency provides several services to women, their children, and their families. This service is for families or individuals who are on the edge of homelessness and need help maintaining their current rental or find alternative home
- https://www.ywcaworks.org/programs/housing-stability-project-king-county211
- Salvation Army | (206) 442-8365 | (206) 447-9944 |811 Maynard Ave S, Seattle |
- Resources can help with housing needs, with a focus on preventing homelessness in the King County area.
- Eviction prevention, move-in and security deposit assistance, limited rent help, and utility bill assistance.
- Salvation Army's Social Services Department in White Center | (206) 767-3150
- http://seattlewhitecenter.salvationarmy.org/
- 9050 16th Ave SW Seattle WA, 98106 Hours: Monday, starting 8:30am until all appointments are filled.
- Jewish Family Services | (206) 861-8796 | 1601 16th Ave, Seattle
- https://www.jfsseattle.org/get-help/community-stabilization-services/financial-assistance-request/
- JFS provides services to people of all backgrounds as well as Jewish individuals and families. They accept financial aid requests on Mondays, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Visit during those times to fill out the online request form. All financial assistance requests must be submitted using the online form.
- Saint Vincent de Paul Financial Assistance | (206) 767-6449 | 5950 4th Ave S
- https://fs20.formsite.com/svdpseattle/form20/index.html?1500502963998
- The Society of St. Vincent de Paul parish is a non-profit that serves people of all backgrounds and religions. They offer personal assistance with food, clothing, gasoline, medicine, rent, utilities, and transportation to people facing economic or emotional crises.
- Families can call the helpline center or complete a request form at https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/online-help-request-form/
- UNEA Community Outreach/Rent Assistance | markseattl3@aol.com
- Provides limited assistance with rent to qualifying King County families. If you are interested, please email. Due to funding limitations, this program is only able to serve Seattle families, with youth and/or Elders in the household.
New School-based Health Center Service Provider: Neighborcare Health
To learn more about Neighborcare Health and school-based health center services for the 2023-2024 school year, or to pre-register your student for services, view the Denny International Middle School page on the Neighborcare Health website.
