WOH, Tuesday February 11, 2025
Main campus direct phone line: 206-935-8500
North campus direct phone line: 206-590-2545
How Smart are First Graders? By Jennifer Revis, First Grade Teacher
Are you familiar with Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences? This theory is based on the idea that all people have eight distinct types of intelligence and that all people have varying levels within each type. Gardner identifies these eight types of intelligence as: logical-mathematical, linguistic, spatial, musical, bodily-kinesthetic, naturalist, intra-personal and interpersonal.
This idea, that all people are intelligent in many ways, is principal in facilitating the growth and development of children. In our classroom, students explore all the ways they are “Smart”. To make the idea more accessible, we describe the types of intelligence in words they can connect with and understand: logic smart, word smart, picture smart, music smart, body smart, nature smart, people smart and self-smart. We also take time to reflect on how we are spiritually smart.
The first graders know that they are “Smart” in all these ways and are given time to reflect on and discuss their strengths and weaknesses within each type. This idea is more than a lesson. It is a way for them to view themselves as people and learners. We often revisit and discuss the ways we are intelligent and how that constantly changes as we learn and grow. We are learning that our strengths and weaknesses can ebb and flow, but with practiced perseverance, we can keep growing in ways we did not even imagine. Watching children embrace their gifts, achieve new heights, and demonstrate grit is one of the greatest blessings of being a teacher. I thank God for the “Smarts” he gives us, and I pray that the students we teach today will one day use their sharp minds and kind hearts to make the world a better place.
Pictured: When these students began first grade, they did not rate themselves as being very “word smart”. They have since discovered that reading books and writing stories is what they enjoy most during our literacy time block.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Tues, 2/11- PTH Auction Meeting from 6:30pm – 7:30pm in the View Room.
Weds, 2/12 – LAST DAY for the Auction Wine Wagon Collection (link below)
Th, 2/6-Wed, 2/12: LEST Spirit Days
Wed, 2/12: LEST pep assembly; North Campus Gym; 2:15pm
Thurs, 2/13-Fri 2/14: No School; LEST/Midwinter Break (HD closed; TK, FD and ESC open)
Mon, 2/17-Wed, 2/19: No School; Midwinter Break (all closed)
Sun, 2/23: Last Day – Aloha Auction Ticket Sale (link below)
Wed, 2/26: ParentEd Talk: 12pm – 1 p.m
Fri, 2/28: Talent Show Applications Due
SCHOOL NEWS
LEST 2025
Updated LEST 2025 schedules are going home today in the Tuesday envelopes, along with girls and boys basketball brackets and the knowledge bowl bracket. You may also see the most updated Hope schedules at this link or visit the LEST Northwest website here. Please note that on the last day of LEST, the gym location for the last potential games for both basketball teams and the awards ceremony will be at Harrison Prep Academy, as noted on the most recent calendar. Please email Mrs. Okabayashi at kokabayashi@hopeseattle.org if you have any questions and go Eagles!
MAP Results Going Home
MAP results are going home today in K-8 yellow communication envelopes. This is the second testing session. Overall, students showed tremendous progress from the fall testing cycle. As always, remember MAP results are one part of the entire assessment portfolio.
Academic Fair Assignment For All Students
Here’s some big news! The annual Academic Fair returns Tuesday May 6 at 7:00 PM. This year’s focus is science. Students will complete a science fair project using the scientific method. All the instructions and guidelines will be in the Tuesday Yellow envelope today. The completed project will come to school the day of Tuesday, May 6. We expect all students to attend and browse all the projects in the whole school.
Admissions
Please email Sally Heit if you have questions about the re-enrollment process, need to discuss an extension or need your GradeLink login information. All students returning in the Fall of 2025 should have been registered by January 31st. On February 1st, the admissions team will begin reviewing new applicants.
New Family Referral Bonus! We are looking to intentionally and actively grow our school size in the coming years. You can help us! As an encouragement to share more about our school, the board has approved a generous referral discount of $1000 to any current families who recommend new students to Hope and enroll and remain in good financial standing as of January 30, 2026.
Chapel offerings for the months of January and February are being designated to the Pacific Southwest District of the Lutheran Church for wildfire relief in Southern California. Donations will be given to the emergency relief fund that assists the churches, schools, people, and community to support those in need. We thank you for your continued chapel offerings to help those in need in our local community and beyond.
SCHOOL EVENTS
Hope’s Garden Club is held every Tuesday 3:15 to 4:30 pm
We’ve been at work getting the space ready to go and are looking forward to welcoming students into it. Ms. Visser will walk any grade 2-5 students at the main campus over to the North Campus at dismissal; 6th-8th students at the North Campus can go directly to the greenhouse, where Mrs. Heit will be waiting. All students can be picked up at the North Campus main doors at 4:30 pm. We will meet every Tuesday through June 10, with the exception of Tuesdays that fall during breaks (Feb. 18 and April 8). Sign up here.
Summer Camp 2025 Registration Opened Monday, February 3rd
Summer Camp 2025 is open from June 23 through July 25, 2025. Families can sign up for multiple camps by the week, fill out forms and pay camp fees beginning Monday, 2/3. Camp hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Weekly themes listed below. Sign ups will go fast so do not delay in getting your forms in.
June 23 – 27 Art and VBS Week
June 30 – July 3 Sport Week
July 7 – 11 Animal Week
July 14 – 18 Science Week
July 21 – 25 Drama Week
Link is now live FEb 3 at: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/HopeLutheranSchool?season=3602732
LEST Pass Tickets:
Purchase your passes for LEST. A 3 day pass is $25 and can be used for all spectator events. All checks must be written out to CCA (Concordia Christian Academy). Cash is also accepted. Pay and pick up your tickets in either school office.
LEST Spirit Days
As we prepare to send our students off to the Lutheran Elementary Schools Tournament February 13-15 in Tacoma, WA, the Student Council has assigned fun spirit week dress up days. Students may choose to dress up for the day’s theme or wear school uniforms as usual. Go Eagles!
- Tues Feb 11 Sports Day (Wear your favorite team jersey or a uniform from a sport you play)
- Wed Feb 12 Blue and Gold (face paint and temporary hair color okay on this day)
- We will have the LEST pep assembly on Wednesday Feb 12 at 2:15 PM in the north campus gym. All are invited to join us!
Final After School Art Class Sessions: Sign up here. Filling up fast! April-June
Summer Art Camps: Lacey Reuter is offering two Art Camps this July at Hope.
Secure your child’s spot today – Register ASAP!
PARENTS & TEACHERS OF HOPE (PTH)
Now through 2/23- Aloha Auction tickets on sale
The Aloha Auction will be on March 8, 2025. Regular ticket pricing of $90.00 per ticket Tickets & Registration
Wed, 2/12 : LAST DAY for the Aloha Auction Wine Wagon
The auction committee needs wine for the auction. Use the link for a list of specific wines and amounts and how you can volunteer. 2025 Aloha Auction Wine Wagon Sign up Please consider donating one or more bottles. Donations will be accepted from parents at the Main Campus. During Drop-Off (8:00am – 8:30am) and at Pick- Up (2:50pm – 3:20pm) at a wagon marked “Wine Wagon”! Stop by and donate- volunteers will be there to collect your items, you don’t even need to get out of your car!
Tues, 2/11 – PTH Auction Meeting from 6:30pm – 7:30pm in the View Room. Come help us plan our auction and earn your PIP hours! (Auction will be on March 8, 2025) The Auction Committee meets on Tuesdays (unless otherwise posted)
Sign up today to help with the Aloha Auction – PIP Hours apply!
Many hands (and hearts) make light work, and we need many volunteers to have a successful auction.
Please use the link to sign up: 2025 Aloha Auction Volunteer Sign-Up
ParentEd Talks:
Join us for the upcoming FREE ParentEd Talks: a dynamic series of parent education webinars featuring renowned parenting experts, these 12 virtual sessions will dive into essential topics such as building resilience, navigating screen time, fostering independence and youth mental health. Register for the entire series now, then join any live talk throughout the year. Plus, you’ll receive access to the event recordings to watch anytime, anywhere. To redeem your complimentary tickets ($120 value), sign up here and enter promo code HOPELUTSCH
Wed, 2/26 from 12pm – 1 p.m. The Lost Art of Civility: Raising Respectful Kids
With celebrated authors and educators Robert B. Brooks and Sam Goldstein, co-authors of “Tenacity in Children” and “The Power of Resilience” Learn how to nurture empathy, encourage constructive dialogue, and ensure children have the skills they need to navigate social challenges with confidence and integrity. Let’s work together to raise the next generation of civil leaders who inspire positive change.
Post ParentEd Talk Discussion Group with Hope Parents via Zoom; Date TBD; 7:00pm:
Have you been tuning into the ParentEd Talks? Have you enjoyed them? Learned valuable pieces of information or knowledge to help you in your parenting journey?
We are providing an opportunity for you to discuss these past ParentEd Talks with each other on an upcoming date at 7 pm via Zoom. Meeting ID: 206 769 2537 Password: sweet
A Hope parent,Jacquelyn Phillips is hosting this discussion on Zoom. This is a great opportunity to share ideas, comments, and experiences with other parents about these parenting topics.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (PIP hours apply!)
Please see volunteer opportunities under PTH events also.
CHURCH NEWS
Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:30am for Traditional Worship and 10:30 for Contemporary Worship with Children’s Church and a staffed nursery. For more information about Hope Church Click here
Bible Study for Moms: Thursdays, 8:30-10:00 am in the Commons. Everyone is welcome. Stop by for coffee from 8:30-9:00. Contact Amy Kopecky at akopecky@hopeseattle.org.
Club 45 will meet on Wed, 2/26, 6:30-8:00pm at the North campus. Questions or if you would like to help out, contact patramueller@hopeseattle.org.
Connect Youth will be paused on Wed, 2/19, for LEST/mid-winter break..
The global church is coming together for the very first time, and you’re invited!
JOIN US IN WEST SEATTLE FOR GLOBAL25
Using the latest translation technology, Christians will be gathering around the world over a 25-hour livestream to worship and pray together, hearing stories of how God is working in every nation. Hope Lutheran Church in West Seattle is hosting two flexible drop-in sessions and we’d love to have as many Christians as possible join with us for this monumental event. Dinner will be provided on Friday night for the kick-off and snacks provided for the wrap-up on Saturday, and families are welcome. You’re invited to watch other sessions on your own.
Come when you can for this international worship gathering! More details and the registration link is below:
SCHEDULE:
Opening session at Hope: Friday, February 28 | 4-9 PM (Dinner at 4:00; session begins at 5:00)
$10 for adult dinners; kids eat free
Virtual sessions to watch on your own: Fri 9 PM – Sat 3 PM
Closing session at Hope: Saturday, March 1 | 3-6 PM
Snacks provided
Please register by February 23: https://subspla.sh/ypbq5vs/For more information about Gather25, visit the Gather25 website:https://www.gather25.com/
