Eckstein Weekly News

Upcoming Dates

November

Nov. 1: Orchestra Evergreen Sale Deadline
Nov. 2: Daylight Savings Time Ends (Set Clocks Back 1 hour)
Nov. 3-25: EAC Fund Drive
Nov. 4: Choir Concert (7 pm)
Nov. 5: Quarter 1 Ends
Nov. 6: Quarter 2 Begins
Nov. 7: Veterans Day Assembly (AM Assembly Schedule)
Nov. 8: Concert Attire Distribution (2-4 pm)
Nov. 9: Vaccine Clinic at Eckstein
Nov. 11: Veterans Day (No School)
Nov. 14: Reflections Entries Due
Nov. 20: Jazz Night (7:30 pm)
Nov. 24, 25, 26: MIDDLE SCHOOL IN SESSION (Elementary School Conferences)
Nov. 27 & 28: Thanksgiving & Native Heritage Day (No School)
Nov. 28-Dec 19 : Last Yearbook Ordering Period

Middle & High Schools Students Attend School – November 24, 25, & 26

If you know that you will be taking your student out of school during the week of November 24, 2025, please have them complete a Pre-Planned Absence form located in the Attendance office prior to the absence in order to excuse it.

Book Drive in Honor of Bryant ES Librarian Anne Aliverti

A few months ago, our community lost Anne Aliverti, who passed away unexpectedly. Ms. Aliverti was the librarian at Bryant Elementary for over 15 years and touched the lives of countless students and families. She was also a proud DECA parent.

In her honor, several Roosevelt High School DECA students have organized a book drive to continue Ms. Aliverti’s legacy of inspiring a love of reading. All donated books will go directly to the Bryant Elementary library and other community institutions chosen in collaboration with Ms. Aliverti’s daughter, Kate Aliverti.

The book drive will run from Monday, October 20, through Wednesday, November 13. Donations of lightly used or new books can be dropped off in collection bins located in front on Ms. Kazala’s classroom (room 210 at Eckstein)—they will be taken to RHS at the end of the drive.

Thank you for supporting our effort in celebrating Ms. Aliverti’s lifelong dedication to students and stories.

PE Waivers are Now Available Online and due December 1, 2025

PE Waivers are Now Available Online and due December 1, 2025

The waiver is primarily for 7th and 8th graders for directed athletics. If you are in 6th grade, PE cannot be waived unless there is a physical disability or a religious reason with documentation.
Please fill out the online PE Waiver Form. All documentation supporting your waiver must be emailed to Ms. Tai jetai@seattleschools.org.
If you would rather fill out a hard copy of the waiver, please come to the Main Office to get a copy.

PE is a WA State Requirement: WA State Legislature mandates that students in grades 1-8 participate in at least 100 minutes of weekly PE classes (equivalent to one semester of PE instruction hours) unless they qualify for a waiver. Please note that SPS does not endorse PE Waivers (Reference: RCW 28A.230.040). Students may be excused from the PE requirement for the following reasons:

Physical Disability (6, 7, 8 grades)
Religious Belief (6, 7, 8 grades)
Participation in Directed Athletics (7, 8 grades only)

National PTA Reflections Contest at Eckstein: Deadline – November 14, 2025

The PTA Reflections program provides access to the arts and opportunities for recognition to help students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas using art and to develop confidence and a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
Learn more about the National PTA Reflections Contest at Eckstein

National PTA Reflections Contest at Eckstein Guidelines

Students should submit their work by emailing a digital copy of their work and the application to reflections@ecksteineaglesptsa.org.

If they have physical copies, they can also email us at the address above and arrange a drop-off with one of us.

Attendance Matters – Let’s Finish Quarter One Strong!

Contacting Attendance:

Attendance contact: Katy Ryan
Phone: 206-252-5014
Email: ecksteinms.attendance@seattleschools.org

As we wrap up Quarter 1, we want to thank families for supporting students in getting to school every day and on time. Regular attendance is one of the biggest factors in student success—both in school and in future careers!

You can check your student’s attendance record anytime on The Source, where you’ll see any absences or late arrivals since the first day of school. Take a few minutes to review this together and celebrate strong attendance habits.

Let’s keep the momentum going into Quarter 2—showing up every day and on time makes a real difference!

Accessing the Source:

How to get started:

You must be on record as the parent or guardian of a student enrolled in SPS.
Your email address must be on record at each student’s school.
Please make sure you have provided the same email address for each SPS student in your family.

To set up a parent or guardian Source account:

Visit The Source and click the Sign Up! link.
Type your email address in the field provided. Click Enter.
Check your email for a message from sourcesupport@seattleschools.org. If you don’t receive this email:

1. Check your Spam or Trash folders.

2. Contact the school(s) to provide your email address.

Open the email and click the link.
Enter your email address in the Username field and create a Password.

1. Please do not use an apostrophe ‘ in your password.

Click Enter to begin exploring the Source!

For more information about the Source, please visit the About the Source webpage.

If you have questions or need help, please email sourcesupport@seattleschools.org

Did You Know?

Needs and Leads with Ms. Davenport, School Social Worker

Needs

With food SNAP benefits potentially shutting off tomorrow for families there is a lot of uncertainty and need for food. We will take non-perishable food donations starting Monday in bin outside main office, but we’ve heard that families really need grocery gift cards to make the difference.

How to support: drop off grocery cards to any store (most commonly Safeway or QFC/ Fred Meyer) in the main office labeled “food support to Ms. Davenport” or in mailbox and they will be given directly to students and families that need them.

I’m also adding gift cards that can be purchased from our Wishlist here: Amazon Community Cupboard Wishlist amongst other needed items.

Leads If your family, student or a family you know needs food, please fill out this form: November Food Support – Fill out form

We have lots of weekend food bags with ramen, oatmeal and snacks that kids can pick up with no questions asked! With Ms. Davenport in Portable 9 or Ms. Torres in Portable 8.

Rising Sun Produce is giving out $25 worth of food to families.

Support for Families in Need

Free Virtual Workshops: How to Support Children Through Adolescence

Seattle Public Schools, in partnership with PEPS, is offering a free four-part virtual workshop series for parents and caregivers of students ages 10–19.

These engaging 90-minute sessions are designed to help families better understand and support their teens during adolescence. Topics include adolescent brain development, navigating social challenges, effective communication, and more.

Families can attend any or all the workshops based on their interests and availability. Live captioning is provided, and all sessions are held virtually via Zoom.

We encourage principals to share these flyers with families and promote this valuable opportunity within their school communities.

Contact: Lisa Davidson, Manager of Prevention & Intervention, lmdavidson@seattleschools.org

Incoming Student Open House (for 5th Graders): January 15, 2026

You are cordially invited to the Eckstein Incoming Student Open House!
What: Eckstein Incoming Student Open House
When: Thursday, January 15th @ 6 pm
Where: Eckstein Middle School

Please join us at the Eckstein Incoming Student Open House is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, 2026 starting at 6 pm.

Parking is conveniently available on 30th Avenue NE and at the back of the school (turn in the driveway off of 75th Street). Accessible parking and entry can be found at the back of the school as well, and elevator keys are obtainable upon request during the event as well. Please come to the Main Office to obtain an elevator key.

At 6 pm, we will kick off the evening in the auditorium, where Principal Rose, a student panel, and our administrative and counseling team will lead an engaging presentation. Following the presentation, from 6:45 to 7:30 pm, take advantage of the opportunity to explore the school building, visit different classrooms, and get a feel for the Eckstein experience. We look forward to welcoming you!

High School Open Houses

The Center School

The Center School in Seattle is a unique public high school that focuses on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among its students. Located in the heart of the city, it offers a diverse curriculum that emphasizes arts, project-based learning, and student leadership. The school aims to create a supportive community where students can explore their passions, develop their talents, and prepare for future challenges in a rapidly changing world. With a commitment to inclusivity, The Center School provides an engaging environment for learners who prefer a smaller learning community.

Open House Dates:
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Interested students and parents can RSVP for Open House

For more information on The Center School, we invite you to take a virtual school tour

For inquiries about scheduling a Shadow Day, please contact Michele Hayes, Counselor at mrhayes1@seattleschools.org.