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Final report cards for Semester 2 will be posted to the Source and available to all students/families on July 15. We will not be mailing report cards.
Transcripts for all seniors will be sent to the college they indicated through Naviance as soon as they are available, most likely sometime after July 3 and well before July 15, 2024.
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Apple Cup Blitz Decision Day at Ballard High School 24-25
WSU Instant Decision Day during our Apple Cup Blitz Week! Friday, September 13, 2024 from 11 – 12 p.m. This event will be for seniors with a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.0+ only and it will be required that they register beforehand.
Students should bring their laptops with them, and will have some extras on hand. We can host it in the Counseling Center.
2024 Summer Skills Schedule
The summer application is now open!
FAFSA & WASFA Information
Visit WSAC’s Financial Aid Events page to find more events and financial aid resources.
The 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form and the WASFA Washington Application for State Financial aid is still available. Due date extended to July 15, 2024 for Seattle Promise students.
Gear Up Washington State News College Visits
Why Visit Colleges: Get a firsthand view, Get answers to your questions, Get valuable information, and Get ready to decide. Research shows that students who attend at least I college visit are 1½ times more likely to enroll in college after high school graduation, & even 3 times more likely if a parent attends the college visit with the student.
Visiting a campus can help you get a first-hand look at a school or program to see if it is a good fit. You can see what the atmosphere is like. Find out what support programs are offered and talk to faculty, financial aid and admissions office, and other students.
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MOHAI Youth Advisors
MOHAI Youth Advisors (MYA) is a 10-month program that takes place during the school year. Youth Advisors make the museum more welcoming for their peers by finding fun and creative ways to connect teens with MOHAI, and providing input on the development of museum programming and exhibits. Youth advisors work together to choose and build their own projects and activities. MYA also interact with MOHAI staff to learn more about the behind-the-scenes work of a museum and dive deeper into local history. This team of 12 high school students meet regularly from September-June and are offered a $100 monthly stipend. Applications for MYA are open through June 30. Learn more and apply.
Skyline Retirement Community College Bound Students Needed
Skyline Retirement Community, a Continuing Care Retirement Community located on Seattle’s First Hill. We have exciting employment opportunities for college-bound students at Skyline. We take pride in offering a vibrant and supportive work environment that fosters trust, cooperation, safety, and accountability. We value diversity, work-life balance, and recognition of individual contributions.
One of the most attractive benefits of working at Skyline is our comprehensive Education Grant program. This program reimburses eligible employees for tuition costs after 90 days of employment as a regularly scheduled team member, full- or part-time. Eligible team members can apply for reimbursement up to four times a year, with potential awards ranging from $8,000 to $$14,000 annually!
We are confident that Skyline presents a valuable opportunity for students to earn income while furthering their education. Visit our website and learn more.
You Grow Girl Internship
Paid Internship opportunity for female-identifying youth, 17 years old and older. You Grow Girl! is accepting applications for their upcoming cohort for their Peer Support Vocational Training Program. Youth with lived experiences participating in mental health and other service systems who are interested in supporting systems-involved middle-school aged youth through peer mentorship are encouraged to apply. Completion of this program includes a stipend of $1,000 and attainment of industry recognized professional credentials and employment opportunities. Call or text You Grow Girl! at (206) 417-9904 for more information.
Neighbors Moving and Storage
Neighbors Moving and Storage and located in Tukwila just off of West Valley Highway. We are hiring Movers, Packers and Inventory takers. We are looking for hardworking, fun individuals to add to our growing ean We are currently hiring for part time Movers, Packers and Inventory positions. We start at 6:45 a.m and we get paid weekly. We offer many incentives, reward excellence, and there is plenty of room for growth. We are paying $18.50/hour PLUS tips, OT, bonuses and commissions. This could possibly put you in the neighborhood of $25+/hour. Please contact Kim today at 425-656-4444, xt 106.
Lil Kickers, Skills Institute, and Party Coordinator at the Arena Sports in Magnuson
Arena Sports is a family-run business dedicated to family fun. They offer great soccer leagues and classes year-round. They also offer other ways to play, celebrate, and learn through our camps, birthday parties, inflatable FunZones, restaurants, and Family Entertainment Centers.
For Summer 2024, they are seeking to grow their coaching team! They are looking to hire Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute coaches for the Summer session at Soundview Playfields (on Sunday Mornings). Lil’ Kickers and Skills Institute Coaches bring our renowned curriculum to life. Arena Sports hires ages 14 and up and Lil Kickers and Skills Institute are High School and Post Graduate. Learn more and apply.
SPS Internship Directory
Live list of available internships open to Seattle Public Schools students (ages and requirements vary). Review the available internships and learning opportunities.
Little League Teen Umpires Needed Paid or SL Hours
Make the Call!
Thinking about a part time job this spring? Ballard Little League is seeking teen umpires for spring baseball and softball games. No experience necessary, they will train!
Pay is $25-$38 a game (or service hours). All equipment provided. Come help provide our younger players a “real game day” experience by umping games between March-June. It’s a fun atmosphere and a way to give back to Little League. Teen will be paired with an adult volunteer umpire for most games if you need more info refer to the website or email info@ballardlittleleague.com
Kaspers Catering (Magnolia 34th & Emerson)
We have positions currently open for students for Part Time Jobs. We offer some flexible schedules, good pay, delicious meals, and different positions to try out! Positions Available: Warehouse Assistance, Laundry, Dishwashers and Kitchen Helpers
These positions could advance to working at events – weddings, galas, and corporate events and this is a great learning opportunity in a fun and local location. During school year these positions are usually on Saturday and Sundays. Flexible hours available during the summer and school holidays. Please contact Lucas Weber at lucas@kaspars.com. Location is 3656 34th Ave West, in Magnolia near Metropolitan Market.
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