Ballard High School

Ballard
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Current Volunteer Opportunities

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Just Announced!

Volunteer Needed!

  • PTSA Newsletter co-editor needed!
    One of our Newsletter editors had to step down. We are seeking someone to share this important role with the remaining editor! If interested, please contact ballardhighnews@gmail.com.

From out PTSA Staff Appreciation Crew!

More details coming about how to support Ballard High School Educators during the week of Thanksgiving… in the meantime, please sign our “thankful for BHS Educators” card that will be printed as a poster and displayed in the staff lounge the whole year long! This should take about 30 seconds!


Counseling Center “Snacks For Students” Wish List

The Counseling Office put together a Wish List for “Snacks For Students” Several items from amazon are listed below for ideas, but other items would be welcome as well. We want to avoid items with nuts. Please ship to: Ballard High School, 1418 NW 65th St. Seattle WA, 98117. Attention to the BHS Counseling Department.

Counseling Center Sofa Slipcover Needed

The Counseling Center is in need of a Sofa Slipcover. Check out the options on Amazon and thank you.


Parent Volunteers Needed for Ongoing Library Support

Parent Volunteers in the BHS Library by shelves of supplies.

We would like to invite interested parents to volunteer for a weekly 2 hour shift to support our wonderful library! 

Parents are needed with book displays, checking out books and shelving returns, as well as supporting student usage during lunch time. Parents must be an approved volunteer with Seattle Public Schools.  Weekly shifts start Monday, Sept 9.  Refer to the Sign Up for additional information.


Want To Be On Our On Call List?

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If you would like to be on our list for when help is needed?

Have questions or need more information about Volunteering at BHS, please contact Joy DasGupta at volunteer.ballardhs@gmail.com

Please note that SPS requires all volunteers to complete their volunteer approval process before you can volunteer.  Complete the forms needed on our Volunteer Paperwork page and email us if you have any questions at all at to Joy DasGupta volunteer.ballardhs@gmail.com  Thank you!


Open Roles Always Needed in the Library

Email Librarian TuesD Chambers at tschambers@seattleschools.org with any questions or other days and times that you might be available as well.

Ballard HS Library Service Learning Opportunities During the School Year

Students have earned Community Service Learning hours for:

  • Shelving books, processing books, week books, fixing shelves, help clean the library, make book displays
  • Computer maintenance
  • Reading to 2nd grade students for Reading Buddies
  • Creating online tutorials
  • Making scrolling PowerPoint
  • Makerspace craft, projects for lunchtime, organizing Makerspace
  • Create book posters on Adobespark
  • Create Rubik’s Cube murals
  • Read first chapters aloud for Youtube channel and Schoology theme Picture Books
  • Become a Library Leader
  • Create Book Collections

Reach out to Ms Chambers at tschambers@seattleschools.org for specific details. Visit the BHS Service Learning page for school information and forms.


Thank you BHS Families For Your Support!

In addition to becoming a Ballard HS PTSA Member, volunteering is a great way to support your student. Already a volunteer? Great! Thank you! Not a volunteer yet? Learn more about how to become a volunteer at our school.