Bulletin – Thursday, November 30th, 2023

General Announcements

• Roosevelt High School Food Drive, December 4-15^th.   All donations will be donated to the University Food Bank.  Students should give canned goods to your 2^nd period class.  The class with the most donations will win a pizza party!

• 12 teenage jurors. 3 adult defendants. Complete climate collapse. Come watch Advanced Theatre along with Bryan Marenstein, Kate Plesha and Andrea Redmond in the epic drama, The Trials- Roosevelt Theatre’s first production in the Blackbox theatre since pre-covid! This Thursday and Friday at 4pm and 7pm- tickets available at the door or online at rhstheatre.net. 

• Auditions for Mean Girls and Chicago are underway, and spots are still available after school Monday…your last chance to try out!  Walk-up in the commons after school to get squeezed in asap or sign up for any of the open spots.  Signups, show info, and what to sing are all on rhstheatre.net and on the pink posters around the school!  We want YOU in a RHS Musical this year!

• Did you get a chance to meet Washington State’s HOSA director on Wednesday at the Career Fair? Did this spark your interest in learning more about the organization, your local chapter, and the health and healthcare fields? You’re in luck! Roosevelt’s HOSA chapter meets Fridays at noon in room 333. This Friday we have a special session planned for newbies, including who we are, what we do, the many ways you can be involved, and more! All grade levels are welcome; you do not have to be a current health science student.  Come join us Friday at noon in room 333 to learn more. And if you’re already a member, come and get started preparing for competitions and our state leadership conference (competition NOT required).

• Roosevelt’s Winter Jazz Night is just around the corner! Come out and support Vocal Jazz and Bands 2, 3, and 4. Bring money for amazing treats from the bake sale and cheer on these hard-working musicians Tuesday night, Dec 5th at 7:00.

• The search for Roosevelt’s Regina George, Billy Flynn, Janice & Damien, Roxie and Velma, and…Glen Coco finally begins TODAY!  It only takes 1 minute to try out for Mean Girls and Chicago and both musicals need a great ensemble as well as their infamous lead characters.  All you have to do is sing twinkle twinkle little star and… “even go here.”  Details on the pink fliers around the school and at rhstheatre.net.  See you Thursday, it’ll be fetch.

• Interested in Student Government?  Join ASR! The link is outside the ASR room.

• Attention students who have not received your ID cards yet, they are available to be picked up in the Fiscal office at lunchtime.

• If you want to play Flag Football, please see Mr. Thompson in Room 109

• The parking lot on the West side of school is a Roosevelt Staff Parking lot.  Please respect the rules and do not park in the parking lot during school hours. The penalty for parking in staff parking lot is as follows:
  • 1st Offense – Car sticker, take down the plate and SPS Safety        and Security will identify the license plate and let Roosevelt know who the car belongs to and then there will be a call home to parents.
  • 2nd Offense – $50 fine
  • 3rd and additional offenses – $50 fine

• Homework Center is now open on Tuesday & Thursday before school from 7:30 to 8:30 in the Library and the Tutoring Center is open Monday, Tuesday, & Thursdays from 3:45 to 5:15 in Room 110 (across from the counseling office)

• Song of the Day:  And So it Goes by Sara Gazarek (Roosevelt Alum/2 time Grammy nominee and First Ever professor of jazz voice at Eastman School of Music)

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Congratulations:

Boys JVC Basketball beat Nathan Hale 44:30

Boys JV Basketball beat Nathan Hale 61:40

Boys Varsity Basketball beat Nathan Hale 62:55

Girls JV Basketball beat Woodinville HS 60:53

Go Riders!

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Athletics:

Friday:            4:00pm Boys Swimming vs Ingraham at Evans Pool

                        4:00pm Girls JV Basketball vs Garfield  at Roosevelt

                        5:30pm Girls Varsity Basketball vs Garfield at Roosevelt

7:00pm Boys JV Basketball vs Cleveland at Roosevelt

                        8:30pm Boys Varsity Basketball vs Cleveland at Roosevelt

Saturday         8:00am Boys Varsity Wrestling tournament at Chief Sealth

To purchase tickets to games: HomeTown Ticketing website

Buy Rider Sweatshirts:  Spirit Gear Sweatshirts for Sale

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Performing Arts:

Band:

Jazz:

Come to RHS Jazz Band performance of The Jazz Nutcracker on Saturday, December 2nd at 7:30pm or Sunday, December 3rd at 2pm.  Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for youth, students and seniors, plus group discount. Performances are held in Roosevelt’s Performing Arts Theatre. You can get your tickets for the Jazz Nutcracker online.  Check out our performer bios on our instagram account beginning 11/1023 @rhsjazzseattle 

Roosevelt’s Winter Jazz Night is just around the corner! Come out and support Vocal Jazz and Bands 2, 3, and 4. Bring money for amazing treats from the bake sale and cheer on these hard-working musicians Tuesday night, Dec 5th at 7:00.

Orchestra: 

Choir and Orchestra Holly Berry Concert, December 12, 7 pm, Roosevelt Theater

Musicians will take you on a sleigh ride through winter music with some special guests from the Roosevelt community! Everyone is welcome, no payment or ticket is required. Banh mi and bake sale begins at 6 pm. 

Theater:

12 teenage jurors. 3 adult defendants. Complete climate collapse. Come watch Advanced Theatre along with Bryan Marenstein, Kate Plesha and Andrea Redmond in the epic drama, The Trials- Roosevelt Theatre’s first production in the Blackbox theatre since pre-covid! This Thursday and Friday at 4pm and 7pm- tickets available at the door or online at rhstheatre.net. 

Auditions for Mean Girls and Chicago are underway, and spots are still available after school Monday…your last chance to try out!  Walk-up in the commons after school to get squeezed in asap or sign up for any of the open spots.  Signups, show info, and what to sing are all on rhstheatre.net and on the pink posters around the school!  We want YOU in a RHS Musical this year!

Vocals:

Choir and Orchestra Holly Berry Concert, December 12, 7 pm, Roosevelt Theater

Musicians will take you on a sleigh ride through winter music with some special guests from the Roosevelt community! Everyone is welcome, no payment or ticket is required. Banh mi and bake sale begins at 6 pm. 

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Message from Our Librarian:

Library News! 

November is Native American Heritage Month. Please check for an emailed invitation and two-question survey sent on 11/6/23 from the library. Search for the word “library” in your school email.

The Un-Banned Book Club has started!!(& Candy Conversations 🙂)

Mons/Weds- 8:10am – 8:40am and Tues/Thurs- 3:50pm – 4:20pm

• No need to sign up.
• We’re listening to the audiobook versions of previously banned books & enjoying some sweet treats.
• No need to come to all meetings, just come when you want/ can-
• I picked before and after school times to accommodate many schedules.

We are listening to The Hate You Give, by Angie Thomas

Peace,

Ms. Redmond

Librarian

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Available Internships:

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Seniors:

• Prom is May 18th at the Columbia Tower
• June 13th Graduation – 8:00pm at Memorial Stadium
• All information regarding Seniors is located on the school website. Here you will find information on graduation, ordering your cap and gown, prom, spree, and luncheon. This site will be updated throughout the year as we get more information.
• For seniors, if you need assistance on college application, college essays, or a high paying career without a college degree, please stop by to Mr. Rho’s Room in 110 during your free period (1st – 5th), Lunch, or after school!
• All information regarding Seniors is located on the school website. Here you will find information on graduation, ordering your cap and gown, prom, spree, and luncheon. This site will be updated throughout the year as we get more information.

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College visits:

Please register for the visits via Naviance. Directions are posted on your Counselors Schoology page and front of the School Website News post. The College visits are located in the College and Career Center in Room 110. If you’re confused on registering, please stop by to see Mr. Rho, our College and Career Counselor.

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Career Center Newsletter:

View the Career Center Newsletter

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Clubs:

Mondays:            

• Heavy Metal Club in Room 205 at lunch
• Band Leadership Team in Room 152 at 12:05 – 12:35
• Women’s Health Club in Room 271 at lunch
• Model United Nations at lunch in Room 229
• The Paranormal Society in Room 201 at lunch
• Fiber Crafts Club in Room 333 at lunch
• Roosevelt Green Team in Room 233 at lunch
• NSA – Native Student Alliance in Room 225 at lunch
• Roosevelt Water Polo Club at Helene Madison Pool at 7:00pm
• General Aviation Manufacturing Association (GAMA) in Room 217 at lunch
• FCCLA/Baking Club at Roosevelt HS in Room 269 at lunch (first half)
• Catholic Club at Room 309 at lunch
• Christion Club in Room 349 after school
• Make-A-Wish Club in Room 327 at lunch
• Neuroscience Club in Room 130 at lunch
• Queer Voices in Room 203 at Lunch
• Girls Ultimate Frisbee on the RHS field at 7:00pm
• Boys Ultimate Frisbee at View Ridge Playfield at 4:30pm
• Fruit Club in Room 241 at lunch
• Roosevelt Girls Lacrosse on RHS Field 7-10pm (Spring Sport Season)

Tuesdays:           

Wednesdays:      

• Unicef Club in Room 225 11:40-12:10
• Roosevelt Dance Club in Yoga Room at lunch
• Roosevelt Pickleball Club in the Gym at lunch
• Iron Riders in Room 217 2:30-5:30
• Orchestra Council in Room 151 at lunch (first half)
• BSU (Black Student Union) 11:30 in Room 110
• Key Club in Room 201 at lunch
• Roosevelt Esports in Room 332 at lunch
• Roosevelt Thespians in Room 154 once a month at lunch or after school
• Skater Club in Room 335 at lunch
• Spikeball Club in TBD at TBD
• Sports Boosters in Room 109 at lunch
• Culinary Club in 239 at lunch
• Technology Students Association in Room 217 at lunch (first half)
•  Roosevelt Girls Lacrosse on RHS Field 7-10pm (Spring Sport Season)

Thursdays:         

• GSA in Room 203 at lunch
• DECA in Room 311 at lunch
• RHS Music Appreciation Club in R00m 120 at lunch
• Iron Divers in Room 217 at lunch
• Animal Rights Club in Room 127 at lunch
• U-Thrift Club in Room ? at lunch
• Board Game Club in Room 333 at lunch
• Crossword Club in Room 319 at lunch
• Music Appreciation Club in Room 120 at Lunch
• Best Buddies in Room 329 – 4:00-5:00pm
• Sharing Excess in Room 324 at lunch (first half)
• Desi Heritage Club in Room 112 at lunch
• Debate Club in Room 207 after school (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
• Treehouse for Kids Club in Room 347 at lunch
• The Not-Loser Club in Blackbox Theatre as SEL time at lunch
• JSU (Jewish Student Union) in Room 241 at lunch
• National Honor Society in Room 235 at lunch
• Project Hugs in Room 240 at lunch
• Roosevelt Consent Culture Team in Room 207 at lunch
• Womanism Club in Room 201 at lunch
• Unified Sports in main gym 3:45-5:00pm
• Roosevelt Girls Lacrosse on RHS Field 7-10pm (Spring Sport Season)

Fridays:            

• Roosevelt French Club in Room 140 at lunch
• Hands for a Bridge Club in Room 225 at lunch
• API Culture Club in Room235 or 239 at lunch
• Roosevelt Pickleball Club in Room 127 at lunch (first half)
• K-Pop Club in Room 205 or the Yoga Room at lunch
• Roosevelt FireFighting Club in Room 345 at lunch
• Roosevelt HOSA in Room 333 at lunch
• ASR Club in Room 109 at lunch (first half)
• Envirothon in room 324 at lunch
• Debate Team in Room 207 after school
• Irish Music Club in Room 112 at lunch
• Roosevelt HOSA in Room 333 at lunch
• Trader Joes Club in Room 241 at lunch
• Unified Sports Club in Room 329 at lunch
• Roosevelt Girls Lacrosse on RHS Field 7-10pm (Spring Sport Season)

Saturday:            

• Young Men’s Volleyball Club in the Gym at 7:00pm (starting in April)

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Important dates:

May 18th Prom

June 13th Graduation – time and location TBD

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Quick Links:

• Seattle Public Schools
• Roosevelt PTSA
• On-line Volunteer Application
• Roosevelt Foundation
• Free and Reduced Meal application
• SchoolPay
• Athletics sign-up
• Teen Health Center: 2023-24 Roosevelt HS Neighborcare School Based Health Center Registration Packet
• UW Dream Project
• Seattle Promise

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This week’s Lunch Menu

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