Winter Weather, Spring Benefit, Summer Camps and More!
Have you registered for summer camp at Soundview yet? Don’t miss out on endless summer adventures and unforgettable experiences, secure your spot today by visiting HERE!
Dear Soundview Families,
It was wonderful to see our students back on campus today! Thanks to our school community for navigating this week’s inclement weather with flexibility and resilience. We also hope you made the most of the snow days. We will continue to use our inclement weather protocol. Check out photos of our students having a blast in the snow at Soundview below.
Registration is well under way for the Soundview Spring Benefit on March 22nd at the beautiful Edmonds Waterfront Center. Our Spring Benefit is a fundraiser and celebration of our vibrant community. Your participation directly impacts the lives of our students and helps ensure that Soundview continues to thrive as the exceptional school we all cherish. The deadline to register for the event is March 6th,
Another shout-out to parents Vik and Kiran Chauhan. Their restaurant Desi Bite House is our THIRD Soundview Spring Benefit sponsor! We continue to partner with our incredible families to help create a meaningful and memorable event. There’s still time to sponsor this special evening. We are especially looking for sponsorships of our faculty/staff tables and other aspects of the event. You can learn more HERE, or reach out directly to Director of Advancement Ryan Wasserman HERE.
On Wednesday night, we virtually hosted our 6th ParentEd Talk in the series, featuring an important discussion on “Confident Conversations: Guiding Kids Through Puberty and Adolescence.” If you weren’t able to join us live, don’t worry, you can watch the recorded session and gain valuable insights on supporting children through these critical developmental stages.
Watch the recorded talk HERE.
Password: ed*talks*replay
You can find Soundview major dates for the school year 2025-2026 HERE. The full academic calendar will be published in the spring.
Summer Camps
Soundview Summer Camp registration is now open for all ages! In addition to our very own Soundview-led programs, we've partnered with Steve & Kate’s to offer a diverse range of camp experiences. Our camps are open to both Soundview students and the public, so feel free to invite your child’s friends to join the fun! Spots are limited, so be sure to secure yours today by visiting HERE.
Fall semester progress reports are being published today via Toddle. If you do not receive your student(s) report or have questions please reach out to their teacher directly.
Here are the reminders and opportunities during the month of January:
Due to the weather this week, The High School Preview for seventh-grade students and families will be rescheduled. Look for the confirmation soon.
We're excited to invite you to our next SPGA Parent Education event on Thursday, February 13th, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the PAC featuring Liz Skinner from Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County. During this session, Liz will share their expertise on guiding young people in identifying and facilitating healthy relationships and provide parents with practical strategies to support students' relationship and communication skills. You can register for the event and childcare by visiting HERE.
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.
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.
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:
World Cancer Day is an international day marked on 4th February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment. World Cancer Day is led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) to support the goals of the World Cancer Declaration, written in 2008. The primary goal of World Cancer Day is to significantly reduce illness and death caused by cancer and is an opportunity to rally the international community to end the injustice of preventable suffering from cancer. The day is observed by the United Nations. Read more about this HERE.
I hope everyone stayed warm and safe during the snowy days this week!
Chris
Chris Watson, Soundview Head of School
One more thing…
On February 7th, 2019 baseball player and manager Frank Robinson died at the age of 82. Frank Robinson made history on April 8, 1975, when he became the first Black manager in Major League Baseball, taking the helm for the Cleveland Indians while also playing as a designated hitter. A trailblazer both on and off the field, Robinson was already a Hall of Fame-caliber player, known for his fierce competitiveness and leadership. His appointment as a manager was a groundbreaking moment in a sport that had long been slow to integrate leadership positions. Robinson’s role signified progress, breaking barriers for future generations of Black managers and front-office executives. His legacy extends beyond his managerial debut, he went on to manage multiple teams, mentor young players, and advocate for diversity in baseball. His impact on the game remains a testament to perseverance, excellence, and the ongoing fight for racial equality in sports. You can read more about this HERE.
