Spartan Futures Spring Edition
Career, College & Counseling Information
Pierce County Skills Center Applications Now Open
To apply and for more information about the programs offered go to: https://www.bethelsd.org/domain/4387
LAst Chance Virtual Job Shadow Opportunities
Chef Tyler from Trapper's Sushi
Monday March 15th 12:30 PM- 1:30PM
Learn about careers in a fast paced restaurant and what it takes be a Chef.
To sign up to attend please click on the photo or go to :https://forms.gle/SR9SDZD3g3h2dY1L9
Job Shadow Packets due March 17th
Running Start students please email your job shadow packets to your counselor.
You can find the job shadow packet on your Advisory Google Classroom or here for your reference.
Questions? Contact your Counselor or Mrs. Nelson for job shadow assistance.
Artist/Animator- Leigh Jones
Creator and animator for Astral Sounds Comic and https://www.tea-in-space.com/
To sign up to attend please click on the photo or go to : https://forms.gle/bwNkNK7VEwKSz3pu9
Roadmap for College
Check it out! https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-started/for-parents
i-STEM Summer Research Program
To learn more or to apply: https://stemchats.org/programs/istem-scholars/
MultiCare Academy for Students in Healthcare
For more information or to apply go to: https://www.multicare.org/mash-camp/
New Work Authorization Form Process
Moving forward we will be implementing a new process for all work authorization approvals.
In order for Work Authorizations to be processed the following requirements must be completed otherwise the forms will be returned to you for completion before being approved:
1. Entire packet is filled out including front page and employer information
2. Employee, employer and parent signatures are on the paperwork
3. Contact information is accurate in case of any questions
DROP OFF:
Forms are to be dropped off at the Attendance Office. If received prior to lunch they should be available for pick up the same day.
Please note when approving work authorizations Sumner takes both attendance and grades into account and may require meeting with an administrator if needed.
PICK UP:
Once the work authorization form has been approved an email will be sent to your school email address.You may pick up forms after school only.
If you have any problems or questions please contact Mrs. Nelson
New Process for Scheduling Counseling Appointments
All appointments now will be scheduled virtually and the student's asynchronous days.
Distance learners and Running Start students may schedule their appointments as needed.
Check out the video Connect With Your SHS Counselor - Hybrid Style for specific information about scheduling and where to find the counseling office online.
Here are the direct links to the Counseling teams virtual calendars to schedule an appointment:
Alec Simmons(A-C) calendly.com/alec_simmons
Diana Herrera (D- He) calendly.com/diana_herrera
David Sandberg (Hi-Mc) calendly.com/david_sandberg
Amanda Paulson (Md-R) calendly.com/amanda_paulson
Cynthia Cuellar (S -Z) calendly.com/cynthia_cuellarAriana Judson (Behavioral & Family Support) calendly.com/ariana_judson
Melissa Nelson (Career Center) calendly.com/shscareercenter
Social & Emotional Support
Community Resources
For the most current resources available in Pierce County, dial 2-1-1.
Mental Health Referral Service - Seattle Children's now offers a referral line for families looking for mental health services. Families can call the number to provide their request, insurance information, and times available, and the referral specialist will set them up with a few providers who have openings and work for their given insurance/schedule.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency please contact:
- Crisis Line (1-866-4CRISIS(1-866-427-4747) or text HOME to (741741) for a text conversation, this provides free, 24/7 support for people in crisis, via text. Send a message to 741741 and a trained crisis counselor will respond
- Suicide Prevention Hotline (1-800-273-Talk (24 hrs/7 days), or
- 911
Contact Your Counselor:
- A-C: Mr. Simmons alec_simmons@sumnersd.org
- D-He: Mrs. Herrera diana_herrera@sumnersd.org
- Hi-Mc: Mr. Sandberg david_sandberg@sumnersd.org
- Md-R: Mrs. Paulson amanda_paulson@sumnersd.org
- S-Z: Mrs. Cuellar cynthia_cuellar@sumnersd.org