Dear Bulldog Students, Families, and Friends,
September 2023
Welcome to Sandpoint High School 2023-2024! I hope that all our students–and especially our new students–loved their first week. We were excited to welcome students with an ALL STUDENT assembly last Thursday. As the principal, I only get a few opportunities over the year to be in person with ALL students at the same time. I believe there is no more important way to connect with our students and start to paint the picture of what this school year will look like. The energy of the student body was evident as we let them know WE are here for them, and the students generated some school spirit with our Fight Song. The Student Council also announced details for Homecoming Week which you will read more about below. We met with the Freshman and Senior classes separately last week to share information about schedules, expectations, attendance, and to give them a time for any questions they may have. We will meet with the Sophomores and Juniors this week.
Students have already had many opportunities to participate in and to cheer on classmates in athletic competitions and activities this school year. I encourage you to check in with our website, school calendar, daily announcements, and social media to look for ways to engage and get involved at Sandpoint High School. Parents, we also have an active parent organization, CARE, which supports SHS students through the Student of the Month luncheon, running the Chuckwagon at events, and serving as an engaged, advisory group. If you are interested in helping out in any form please contact them through this email link: CARE SHS
We all know that excitement is often tinged with anxiety, and if there is anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to reach out to teachers, counselors, administration, or me. We also encourage you to check Schoology to see what students are working on in class and to check in on academic progress.
We are definitely up and running! I hope to see you soon.
Sincerely,
Principal Jacki Crossingham
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Math - Hannah Yeats Ms. Yeats is excited to be back in north Idaho and joining SHS as a math teacher. Most recently, Ms. Yeats was working at the University of Idaho as a career advisor but before that she spent 8 years teaching math in New York City public schools. Born in Bonners Ferry, a graduate of Coeur d’Alene High school, and a lifelong Schweitzer bum, she could not be happier to be returning to the panhandle. Go Bulldogs! | Counseling - Jessica Lippi When I am not at school I enjoy spending time with my family, being active, and outdoors. I also have a passion for cooking. I come from a family that placed much importance on meals and sharing meals around the table together. I love carrying on this tradition with my family. | CTE - Kristin Day Hi! My name is Kristin and I am the new Health Occupations teacher. I’m super excited to join the Bulldog family. I’ve been a registered nurse for 18 years and am happy to share my career stories. I have three amazing kids (Aunika- 18, Gavin 17, Landon 14). I am happily married to my high school sweetheart (Darrell)… pay attention to who you flirt with :) I’m brand new to teaching and appreciate the grace of all my students! You’re the best! |
Math - Hannah Yeats
Counseling - Jessica Lippi
CTE - Kristin Day
Interact Club Welcomes New Exchange Students!
Sandpoint High School Interact Club is up and running for the school year with meetings on Tuesdays after school. Interact will be hosting a Welcome Lunch for the three exchange students at Sandpoint High School (Patric - Switzerland, Esmyra - Netherlands, Karl - Sweden) on Friday, Sept 15. (Room E2)
Mrs. Auld, the Interact advisor, has hosted students from Japan, Korea, Ecuador, Brazil, Spain and the Netherlands. If you are a family interested in hosting or a student interested in applying for a Rotary Exchange Program please consider the Interact Club. Hosting a high school exchange student through Rotary or other organizations can be a life changing experience for both the student and host family. It provides an opportunity to share traditions and customs, to gain new perspectives, and to build lasting friendships with people from around the world. Interact clubs provide students with opportunities to develop leadership skills through organizing and participating in community service projects.
Upcoming events:
9/15 : Welcome Party for Exchange Students
9/26: Concessions Fundraiser
9/27: Concessions Fundraiser
10/21: Pumpkin Carving
October TBA: joint service project with FBCHS and Colville High School
11/3-5: RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) at Western Pleasure
RYLA Applications due September 28th.
Pictured: Exchange student Patric Bruelisauer of Switzerland with his host siblings Crosby and Calvin Schmidt.
FROM THE SCHOOL SAFETY TEAM
Dropping off students in the bus area can be dangerous and should be avoided, especially during the busy bus times at the beginning and end of the day. It could also result in serious injuries to students. Instead, it is recommended that parents drop off their children in the school parking lot, by the front entrance. It is important for parents to follow school policies and guidelines to help keep students safe while on school grounds.
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