Pathfinder Compass

Every Sunday you will receive The Compass to keep us all informed and connected of essential Pathfinder news. If you are interested in narrating The Compass please reach out to Dr. Holmes!

Essential News

• Vaccines
• Picture Retakes
• Conferences
• Affinity Groups
• Mark Your Calendars
  

New News

• November Principle - Trans Affirming
• Clickable Link for Pathfinder Needs
• The Pledge
• Holiday Assistance
• Pathfinder Wreath-Making
  
• Clickable Link for Direct Give
• SBA
• Pathfinder Operations
• Just so you know...
  

Old News

• Clickable Link for Blazing Trails News
• Upcoming Listening Sessions
• Lost and Found Fridays
• Recordings of Virtual Events
  
• Previous Compass Links
  
• Dr. Holmes' Incoming Goals

The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.

- Coretta Scott King

Many of you have reached out about the clinics being full. The webpage is confusing and there are spaces available. You have to use the location drop down menu to see the slots at 2 of the 3 clinics.

If you are unable to secure an appointment, and it is a hardship for your family to go elsewhere - please send Dr. Holmes an email.

Retakes are Tuesday, November 9th!

Please plan for a retake IF...

• Your student has not taken a picture (because they were absent or are new to Pathfinder).
  
• You are interested in ordering, but want a new pose option.
  

Your scholar's teacher has sent you information around how to sign up for conferences this year. All conferences will be held remotely as we are still not allowed to bring folx into the building. If you have questions, please direct them to your classroom teacher.

As a way to process a recent incident and provide information, Pathfinder is offering affinity group meetings as a safe space for families to ask courageous questions, understand how this issue might impact Pathfinder families in different ways, and provide resources for support. We also extend the invitation to our Pigeon Point community.

It is essential we hold separate affinity spaces to offer folx an opportunity to grapple with the complexity of this incident in community while also mitigating harm.

The ultimate goal is to bring the entire Pathfinder community together in one culminating meeting to determine the best path forward for students, families and staff.

Please be sure to register for the event that makes sense for you and your families racial identity.

• White Pathfinder Families and Pigeon Point Community Affinity Group Tuesday, November 9th 6:00 - 7:00pm
• BIPOC Pathfinder Families and Pigeon Point Community Affinity Group Wednesday, November 10th 6:00 - 7:00pm
• Pathfinder and Pigeon Point Restorative Circle Friday, November 12th 6:00 - 7:00pm

October 26 - November 10 SBA Testing for Grades 4 - 8

November 1st - November 15th Direct Give

November 8th 6:00 - 7:00pm

Families of Students Receiving Special Education Listening Session

Meeting ID: 893 7329 0394
Passcode: 389088

November 9th Picture Retakes

November 9th White Pathfinder Families Affinity Space

November 10th BIPOC Pathfinder Families and Pigeon Point Affinity Space

November 11th NO SCHOOL

November 12th Pathfinder Families and Pigeon Point Restorative Circle

November 15th 6:00 - 7:00pm BIPOC Families Listening Session

November 18 - December 12 Pathfinder Wreath-Making

November Conferences - Schedule varies by Teacher

The language in our previous Compass did not reflect what we know to be true. We apologize for the impact this may have had on some of our families. We amend the statement to the following:

We embrace and make space for trans brothers, sisters, and siblings to participate and lead while being self-reflective and doing the work to dismantle cis-gender privilege and uplift Black trans folks.

People know in their hearts and minds whether they are a boy, a girl, both, or neither. We call this gender identity. At Pathfinder, we respect people’s genders, and understand that being trans or non-binary is not a choice.

To our Pathfinder community:

Join REC and the PTSA for our first annual Pathfinder Pledge Gathering -- the Pledge contains concrete and accessible steps families can take together as we work toward a more anti-racist Pathfinder community. You can access the Pledge here.

WHO: for families at Pathfinder in partnership with the PTSA!

WHAT: a structured and collaborative space to support families as they create and commit to anti-racist action.

WHEN: Saturday, December 4th from 4:00-5:30pm

WHERE: ZOOM (link to be provided closer to the date)

HOW: register here!

The Salvation Army White Center Corps

9020 16th Avenue SW

Our Zip Code Areas Are:

98106 | 98148 | 98108 (West of the Duwamish River) | 98158 | 98116 | 98166 | 98126 | 98168 | 98136 | 98188 | 98146 |98198

You may apply online

www.saangeltree.org

If you can’t get online, call for an appointment

206-767-3150 Extension 458

Save the Date! Nov. 18 - Dec. 12

We are pleased to announce that Pathfinder Wreaths are a go! For the past 20 years, we have been making and selling 100% homemade wreaths as a way to benefit outdoor education at Pathfinder. But it is much more than a fundraiser -- it is a community-raising event as well, and we encourage you to be a part of it!

This year, we will have five dispersed sites set up at Pathfinder homes where up to 4 to 5 adults can make wreaths, and we plan to host grade-oriented work parties where small groups of adults can learn to make wreaths and meet one another. Stay tuned for details.

Are you interested in being a part of the wreath team? We welcome new volunteers for roles big and small! Please contact Susan Elderkin at wreaths@pathfinderk8ptsa.org for more info.

The window is closing this week! We will provide information on how to access results as we have it.

As you know, our large bus routes have been cancelled. This will likely change the flow of traffic as folx are being dropped off and picked up. Please be patient as we adjust to this new flow and make revisions as needed.

K-3 Families: We have established a reasonably efficiently pick up and drop off process, a few asks:

• Ensure you keep the entrance to the roundabout clear as we had families who park in the ADA lot.
• Ensure you drive along the curb as tight as possible to ensure there is another lane open for traffic flow.

Grading Guidelines for 2021-22 School Year

We are once again taking a close look at our grading guidelines for the 2021-22 school year to ensure that they are promoting equity. We will return to pre-pandemic grading and will require educators to do the following:

• Secondary students: the grading scale will be “A-E” for most courses.
• Elementary students will continue to receive progress reports.
• Provide biweekly check-ins with students and families for students at risk of earning an Incomplete, No Credit, or a failing grade.
• Allow retakes and assignment revisions to the extent possible.
• Not give any grades lower than 50% on any assignment, even for a missed assignment.

Our upcoming sessions will be focused on grade band specific information and opportunities to share praises, questions, and concerns. We look forward to seeing you all on Zoom! All sessions will be recorded and take place 6 - 7pm.

Folx with students in any Special Education program | November 8th

BIPOC Folx | November 16th

Troops are active and forming at Pathfinder K-8! Girl Scouts are making an impact in the world, taking on challenges, learning STEM and outdoor skills, making friends, and much more. There are activities and options to fit every age and interest. Want to learn more? Attend a virtual information night on Monday, November 8 at 6:30. Sign up HERE.

Our lost and found is piling up! On Fridays we will pull the cart to the front of the school - please be sure to take your belongings home when you find them :)

• Dr. Holmes Meet and Greet
• MS Orientation
  
• School Opening and Pathfinder 101
• Second and Third Listening Session
• Kindergarten and First Listening Session
• Curriculum Night, Music with Mr. Bores, Elementary and Middle School Art with Adrian, Garden with Karen
• Fourth and Fifth Listening Session
• Middle School Listening Session

November 1, 2021

October 24, 2021

October 17, 2021

October 10, 2021

October 3, 2021

September 26, 2021

September 19, 2021

September 12, 2021

September 5, 2021

August 29, 2021

August 22, 2021

August 16, 2021

July 2021

• To know all folx personally and professionally connected to the school. Further, allow others to know me as fully as possible outside day to day connection, crisis, and problem solving.

• To use qualitative and quantitative data to determine concerns and issues regarding improving student performance that needs to be closely examined and addressed to repay the educational debt.

• To learn the artifacts, beliefs, and basic underlying assumptions through engaging in essential conversations with Pathfinder students, staff, and community.

• To identify, hold onto, and strengthen traditions that center students and bring the community together. Further, partner with students, staff, and the community to ensure social emotional learning and growth is embedded in the curriculum, adult strengths are highlighted, and we have fun!

https://www.pathfinderk8ptsa.org/

Email: bdholmes@seattleschools.org
Website: https://pathfinderk8.seattleschools.org/
Location: 1901 SW Genesee St, Seattle, WA 98106, USA
Phone: 206.252.9710