Licton Springs K-8 2026-2027

Congratulations to our students who were recognized in this month's Thunder Token Prize Drawing

These students were recognized for demonstrating our Licton Springs values of being Safe, Kind, and Responsible throughout the school day:

Dara, Gabriel, Jeremy, Cillian S, Nicole, Mavis, Arianna, Charlotte, Ian, Astra, Scarlett, Charlie, Lumen and Archer! 🎉

We're also excited to celebrate classes that have earned Thunder Bolt class rewards! Every class earned TWO celebrations in October for their positive choices and teamwork:

🎊 Keith's class has twice earned Choice Time
🎊 Erik's class earned a Pajama Party and Choice Time
🎊 Taylor's class earned a Spooky Party and LEGO time
🎊 The Middle School earned a Pizza Party and a recess

Way to go, everyone!!

A special thank you to all of our students for working together to create a positive, supportive, and respectful school community. Every Thunder Token and Thunder Bolt represents a choice to make our school a better place, and we are proud of the effort our students show each day.

Keep up the great work, Thunderbirds! 🌟

Safe. Kind. Responsible. Together. 🦅

Licton Springs K-8 is continuing our tradition of celebrating Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with an ofrenda, a special place for remembering and honoring loved ones who have passed away. Our ofrenda, decorated with sculptures created by students in Art class, is on display in the cafeteria through Friday, November 6.

As a school with a Native American focus, learning about the traditions, cultures, and celebrations of Indigenous peoples and communities is an important part of our educational program. Exploring celebrations such as Día de Muertos helps students deepen their understanding of the many ways people honor ancestors, family, and community across cultures.

Students and families are invited to contribute photographs or other mementos of deceased loved ones to the ofrenda. Please be sure to include your name on any items so they can be returned to you after the display. Adult visitors wishing to view the ofrenda during school hours are welcome to do so and should sign in at the main office upon arrival.

We hope you'll join us in celebrating this meaningful tradition of remembrance, reflection, and honoring those who came before us. 🌼🕯️💜

On November 20, our 4th and 5th grade students will travel to the Meany Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Washington to attend a special performance of BIRDY by Hung Dance, an internationally acclaimed contemporary dance company from Taiwan.

Choreographed by founder and artistic director Lai Hung-Chung, BIRDY is a visually stunning work performed by eight dancers. The performance combines contemporary dance with elements of Chinese opera, Tai Chi, and mythology to tell a powerful story through movement and imagination.

Using striking props such as rattan poles and flowing pheasant feathers, the dancers explore themes of freedom, resilience, self-expression, and navigating societal expectations. Through creative storytelling and dynamic choreography, BIRDY encourages audiences to reflect on what it means to find balance, overcome challenges, and move forward with strength and purpose.

We are excited for our students to experience this unique artistic performance and engage with a different cultural perspective through the performing arts. Opportunities like this help broaden students’ understanding of the world while fostering creativity, curiosity, and appreciation for diverse forms of expression.

Keep an eye on backpacks for the permission slip: coming home soon!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are a valuable opportunity to connect with your child's teacher, celebrate successes, and discuss goals for the school year.

Please reach out directly to your child's teacher to schedule your conference.

Conference times are available during the following windows:

📅 Thursday & Friday, November 19-20
🕒 2:55 PM - 5:25 PM

📅 Monday & Tuesday, November 23-24
🕒 7:55 AM - 2:25 PM

If you have not yet scheduled a conference, please contact your child's teacher to reserve a time that works for your family. We look forward to partnering with you to support your student's learning and growth.

Thank you for being an important part of the Licton Springs community!🤍🍎🖤

Hey Licton Springs community!

Let's work together to keep our school neighborhood idle free. When you're waiting during drop-off or pick-up, please turn off your engine. It's a simple action that helps protect student health, saves fuel, and reduces pollution.

Did you know?

• Turning off your engine for more than 10 seconds uses less fuel than letting it idle.
• Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes millions of gallons of fuel every day across the United States.

By choosing to turn off your engine while you wait, you're helping create cleaner air for our students, staff, and neighbors while doing your part for the environment.

Thank you for helping make Licton Springs a healthier, greener place for everyone! 🌿

Safe. Kind. Responsible. Together, we can make a difference. 🌟

November is Native American Heritage Month

11/1: Daylight saving Time ends - Fall back!

11/11: Veterans Day (No School)

11/20: 4/5 to Meany for BIRDY by Hung Dance

11/20: Final Friday Event - details to come!

11/23-25: Parent-Teacher Conferences (No-School)

11/26-27: Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day (No School)

Families can subscribe to the district and/or school website online calendars. Your personal calendars update automatically when a change is made or when a new event is added. How to subscribe:

1. Click the calendar link(s) below:
   • Licton Springs K-8 School Calendar
   • Seattle Public Schools Calendar
2. Scroll to the bottom of the calendar page.
3. On the right-hand side, under Subscribe to Calendar, select a subscribe option.

Please Complete the CNEEB Application

While school meals are available to all students at no cost, SPS encourages every family to complete the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit (CNEEB) application. The information helps schools receive important funding and resources and may qualify students for additional educational benefits. Families who do not wish to provide income information may select the “Decline Benefits” option.

Fill Out The Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit Form

Learn More
Learn more about school meals and the CNEEB application on the SPS Culinary Services webpage.

Tasks would include:

• group books by type/level
• restock when shelves get empty
• pull uninteresting titles (books generally not interesting to children, like Better Homes and Gardens Landscaping How-To)

Licton Springs is looking for someone that can come to the building once a month and clean up the Lost and Found.

Tasks would include:

• Looking to see if items are labeled with student name and returning to correct classroom
• Hanging up/sorting lost and found items
• Date Items, and remove after 60 days for donation
• Take photos for newsletter in hopes someone recognizes their scholar's belongings

Please send an email to Carole in the office at cljohnson@seattleschools.org and let her know. This will get the ball rolling!

The next PTO meeting will be Monday Nov 2nd at 6pm!

Seattle Public Schools is partnering with the Seattle Visiting Nurse Association to offer flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics for SPS staff, students, families, and community members. Appointments are required, and space is limited. Be sure to register early. The updated 2026 Moderna COVID-19 vaccine will be available. For clinic dates, locations, and registration information, visit the SPS clinic registration site.

Important:

• Insurance information must be entered during registration, or payment is due at the appointment.
• Out-of-pocket costs: $60 for flu vaccine, $200 for COVID-19 vaccine.
• Cigna, TRICARE, and First Choice insurance are not accepted.
• Flu shots are available for ages 4+; COVID-19 vaccines for ages 5+.

Please see the clinic schedule link and registration link below, and feel free to share with family and friends.

SPS Clinic schedule (Oct 10-Nov 22)
Register for SPS Flu & Covid vaccination clinic!

For insurance questions or registration issues, contact info@seattlevna.com before confirming your appointment.

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