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New Beginnings Workshop For Parents
Teen Dating Safety Feb. 19
- Who: Parents/Guardians
- When: Wed Feb. 19, 2025; 6 – 8 p.m.
- How: Virtual over Teams | Online Event Register Today
Topics Discussed
- What are health dating behaviors
- Signs of teen dating abuse
- How to model and talk about healthy relationships
- What resources are available
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). As many as 1 in 3 teens will experience some form of dating abuse before age 18. New Beginnings’ Social Change Program runs healthy relationships curriculum in several Seattle middle schools, as well as teen leadership and peer educator programming for high school students. It is important that we also collaborate with parents and other influential adults, because everyone has a role to play in preventing teen dating abuse and modeling healthy relationships! All Parents & Guardians welcome! Register Today.
Skills Center
Sophomores and Juniors: The Skills Center is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Apply for programs such as Medical Assisting, Automotive Technology, Construction Trades, Firefighting, Video Game Design, Nursing Assisting, Media Arts and many more! Check out their website today. See your School Counselor for more information.
Students invited to compete in Youth Science Contest Register By March 1
OLYMPIA –The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) invites high school students from across the state to take part in the fourth annual Washington Tracking Network (WTN) Youth Science Contest. This competition gives students the chance to explore health and environmental data from their own communities while sharpening their science and communication skills. “This contest has been a huge success because it helps students not only analyze data but also use that knowledge to make a real impact,” said Jennifer Sabel, WTN manager. “Since we started, participation has more than tripled!”
How it works: Students can choose from three project tracks: Health science: Analyze WTN data to find patterns, impacts, or disparities. Science communication: Use WTN data to highlight an important issue and create a message that raises awareness or drives action. Program and policy design: Develop a public policy proposal or collaborate with a local organization to improve a program using WTN tools and data. Projects must include WTN data, an equity-focused analysis, clear communication with visuals, and a reflection on the process. Register Now & Learn More!
Seattle Expands Youth Mental Health Supports with Launch of Talkspace Virtual Therapy
Free online therapy currently available for local teens and young adults (ages 13-24); additional telehealth provider partners to be announced in coming weeks
The City of Seattle announced a new partnership between the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) and Talkspace, a leading online behavioral health care company, to expand virtual therapy and mental health services for local teens and young adults. This program will give more than 55,000 teens and young adults access to confidential, high-quality mental health support through Talkspace’s secure digital platform, addressing the urgent need for accessible mental health care amidst a looming youth mental health crisis.
BHS Students if you have questions please reach out to Ballard HS Social Worker; Mackenzie Fee, MSW, LSWAIC in the Counseling Center or at mcfee@seattleschools.org and read more on the Office of the Mayor website.
Joon Free Therapy Program
Announcement! We are excited to share that Joon the free therapy program with the City of Seattle has been extended – Joon is working on updating our webpage! The program is currently at capacity; however we anticipate having new availability in the next few weeks.
Students are welcome to complete the form now to be matched with a therapist and then we will follow-up with them as availability opens up! Additional information available on the district website.
FAFSA & WASFA Information
Visit WSAC’s Financial Aid Events page to find more events and financial aid resources.
Music During Summer Break for SPS Students
Stay connected to music instruction over the summer with the Summer Music Program and Seattle All-City Band! Learn more on the district Summer Music pages.
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.
Jobs, Internship Opportunities
Job Board/Internship Spotlight!
Teens In Public Service (TIPS)
The 2025 application for Teens in Public Service (TIPS) Summer Internships is now open! TIPS provides paid summer internships at nonprofit organizations for high school students passionate about leadership and service. Our internship placements range from museums to nature preserves, food banks, summer camps, and more! We are excited to invite high school students at Ballard High School to apply. The 2025 Application is due by Monday, March 3, 2025.
TIPS interns gain…
- A summer’s worth of impactful work experience
- Exposure to the “behind the scenes” of nonprofit orgs carrying out community-centered work
- Mentorship, networking opportunity, and support from TIPS and their nonprofit supervisors / coworkers
- A paycheck – interns will be paid Seattle minimum wage, which will be $20.76 in 2025
Wild Waves Job Opportunities
Join the team at Wild Waves Theme & Water Park! Have fun making money while earning free tickets, meeting new people and enjoying the sun!
Full Time, Part Time & Spare Time. Apply online now on our Wild Waves website.
Kaspers Catering (Magnolia 34th & Emerson)Kasper Catering – (Magnolia)
We have a variety of positions open for students for Part Time Jobs. We offer flexible schedules, good pay, delicious meals, and many positions to try out and see what you enjoy!
Positions Available: Warehouse Assistant which includes: Laundry and Cleaning, Dishwasher and unpacking vans. These positions could advance to working at events. This is a great learning opportunity in a fun and local location.No phone calls please. Please contact Nancy Donier at nancy@kaspars.com
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.
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.
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