Mid-Winter Break: Enjoy Some Well-Deserved Time Off!
Midwinter break is February 17th through February 21st. There is no school for students, and the Soundview office will be closed. School resumes at the usual time on Monday February 24th.
Dear Soundview Families,
Registration is rolling in for the Soundview Spring Benefit on March 22nd at the Edmonds Waterfront Center, and WE NEED YOU THERE! This event simply cannot succeed without the presence of our Soundview community. The Spring Benefit is a vital fundraiser and a heartfelt celebration of our incredible community. Tickets fund the event, and every bid, raffle ticket, and paddle raised directly supports our students. Register for the event HERE.
We’re planning for next school year. You can view the major dates for the school year 2025-2026 HERE. The full academic calendar will be published in the spring.
Summer Camps
Soundview Summer Camp spots are filling up fast! Our camps are open for ages 3 to through grade 8! In addition to our very own Soundview-led programs, we've partnered with Steve & Kate’s Camp to offer a diverse range of camp experiences. All camps are open to both Soundview students and the public. Invite your friends to join the fun! Spots are limited, so be sure to secure yours today. Register HERE.
Here are the reminders and opportunities during the month of February:
Our 7th ParentMap ParentEd Talk will take place on Tuesday, February 25th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. The topic is The Lost Art of Civility, Raising Respectful Kids with Robert B. Brooks and Sam Goldsteirn who are co-authors of “Tenacity in Children” and “The Power of Resilience”. The live viewing for current Soundview parents will be in the Soundview library, with an optional discussion until 1:30 pm. Space will be limited. If you're unable to join us in person, you can register to watch the live stream. Here are a few helpful details:
Soundview community members can register HERE.
The password for complimentary ticket access is SOUNDVSCH
After the talk concludes, all registered attendees will be emailed a link to watch the recorded session at their convenience.
Join the Soundview Parent and Guardian Association (SPGA) for their next meeting on Wednesday, March 5th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the Performing Arts Center for our next meeting. If you require childcare please sign up for HERE.
On March 10th, we invite families to play a vital role in our Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) Accreditation process. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as we begin this process. You are invited to a mission review and self-study kick-off event. Please join members of our board and staff from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Performing Arts Center as we engage in this meaningful work together. Due to space limitations, we can accommodate approximately 10 parent participants. Please secure your spot HERE.
Around the world and in different communities, February is a month of recognition and awareness:
Saturday, February 15th is Parinirvana Day. This day is also known as Nirvana Day, is a Buddhist holiday that celebrates the Buddha's death and his entry into Nirvana. It's a time for reflection, meditation, and remembering the Buddha. This is an annual Buddhist festival that remembers the death of the Buddha when he reached Nirvana at the age of 80. Learn more HERE.
Thursday, February 20th is World Day of Social Justice. This is an international day recognizing the need to promote social justice, which includes efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections. World Day of Social Justice reminds us each year of the need to build fairer, more equitable societies. The International Labour Organization (ILO) marks the occasion this year with a series of six events held in major cities around the globe. You can read more about this day HERE.
One more thing…
Frederick Douglass chose to celebrate his birthday on February 14th, though his exact birth date is unknown. Frederick Douglass was a prominent American abolitionist, writer, and orator who escaped slavery to become a leading voice for freedom and equality. Born in 1818 in Maryland, he taught himself to read and write, fueling his desire for liberation. After escaping in 1838, Douglass became a powerful advocate for abolition, using his eloquence and personal experiences to expose the horrors of slavery. His autobiography, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, influenced public opinion, and he championed civil rights, women's suffrage, and social reform. Douglass’s legacy endures as a symbol of courage, resilience, and the transformative power of education and activism. Learn more HERE.
