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May 10, 2020
Shuksan Parent and Coach, James Hayes, Wins Volunteer of the Year Award
We are so proud to have James Hayes as a Shuksan Coach! He was recognized as Bellingham School’s Volunteer of the Year. Read the press release below to learn more.
“While some people know James Hayes for his work as the wrestling coach at Shuksan, he does so much more to help support our schools. James Hayes puts kids first. Across this community, students, families and teachers know James Hayes as 'Coach James.'
He’s their Shuksan wrestling coach, their rec soccer coach, their most dedicated middle school cross country supporter, champion of the Birchwood Bulldog fun run, Squalicum wrestling right-hand-man, coordination genius behind the Foundation’s 'Think Big' awards, former PTA president and current cheer dad.
Everyone who knows him, in any of these capacities, knows that he believes all kids can achieve at high levels. He believes all kids gain confidence and life-long leadership skills from sports and physical activity. And all kids deserve the kind of love that is shown through high expectations and lots of support. James exemplifies putting ideals into action.
He has a deep dedication to a healthy community and to students, and he is committed to taking action to make change and build that community. We are lucky to have Coach James leading the way in making good on our collective commitment to Bellingham’s children.”
Hope you have enjoyed a beautiful weekend!
Take Care,
Matt Whitten
Shuksan Principal
Shuksan Padre y Entrenador, James Hayes, Gana el Premio Voluntario del Año
¡Estamos muy orgullosos de tener a James Hayes como entrenador de Shuksan! Fue reconocido como voluntario del año de las Escuelas de Bellingham. Lea el comunicado de prensa a continuación para obtener más información.
"Mientras que algunas personas conocen a James Hayes por su trabajo como entrenador de lucha en Shuksan, hace mucho más para ayudar a apoyar nuestras escuelas. James Hayes pone a los niños primero. En toda esta comunidad, los estudiantes, las familias y los maestros conocen a James Hayes como 'Entrenador James'.
Es su entrenador de lucha de Shuksan, su entrenador de fútbol recreativo, su seguidor de cross country de la escuela secundaria más dedicado, campeón de la carrera de diversión de Birchwood Bulldog, la mano derecha del equipo de lucha de Squalicum, genio de la coordinación detrás de los premios de "Think Big" de la Fundación, ex presidente de la APF y actual padre animado.
Todos los que lo conocen, en cualquiera de estas capacidades, saben que cree que todos los niños pueden lograr los niveles altos. Cree que todos los niños ganan confianza y habilidades de liderazgo para toda la vida a través del deporte y la actividad física. Y todos los niños merecen el tipo de amor que se muestra a través de altas expectativas y mucho apoyo. James ejemplifica poner ideales en acción. Tiene una profunda dedicación a una comunidad sana y a los estudiantes, y está comprometido a tomar medidas para hacer el cambio y construir esa comunidad. Tenemos la suerte de que el Entrenador James lidere el camino para cumplir con nuestro compromiso colectivo con los niños de Bellingham.”
¡Espero que haya disfrutado de un hermoso fin de semana!
Cuídese
Matt Whitten Director de Shuksan
Questions to Ask Your Student
- What do you know how to do that you can teach to others?
- What is the funniest thing that ever happened to you?
- What do you think your life will be like in the future?
Gr8 Students -- Cheer Squad Tryouts!
Hey Students!! Want a pizza delivered to you?
All 6th, 7th AND 8th graders showing exceptional* effort during this time will be entered into a weekly raffle. Every Tuesday we will select 2 students/per grade for a special Friday pizza delivery.
Our winners last week were: Gurshanthee Dhaliwal, Christina Le, Lillian Raasch, Keisha McCloud, Harrison Sellinger, Jesus Ortiz Martin, Diana Ramierez-Colin and Raul Morales.
*exceptional, extraordinary, outstanding, unusually good!
Counseling Available for Students and Families
The counseling teams at SMS are still providing services and are here to support students and families. Please reach out to us for anything you would normally seek help for. The best way to contact us is via email.
Please go here for more information from our counseling staff, Mr. Giles, Ms. Cowan and Ms. Besson.
BPL Book Group every Wednesday at 12:30 until May 27
Go here for more information!!
Shuksan Middle School
Vice-Principal, Allison Hancock
Dean of Students, Dave Kish
Email: matthew.whitten@bellinghamschools.org
Website: https://shuksan.bellinghamschools.org/
Location: 2717 Alderwood Avenue, Bellingham, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 676-6454
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shuksanmiddleschool/