11-23-25 Family Bulletin
Hazel Wolf K-8 Weekly Family Bulletin
Check out the Hazel Wolf website! https://hazelwolfk8.seattleschools.org/
November 23, 2025
Upcoming Dates:
- Mon. Dec. 1 Reflections art Contest Submissions due
- Thu. Dec. 4 Neurodivergent Support Group Family Potluck (5:30pm)
- Friday, Dec. 5 K-5 Movie Night (6:30pm): K-Pop Demon Hunters
- Thu. Dec. 18 Staff appreciation Breakfast (7:30am)
- Dec. 22-Jan. 2 No school (Winter Break)
All School Announcements
Message from Dr. Breuder:
November is National Adoption Month: We know families look many ways, and we also know families are created by different pathways. I was adopted as an infant from the Philippines and was raised in Seattle. I am very close to my family and feel so fortunate for my upbringing and being surrounded by caring and loving people. That said, I do not look like my family, and I know there are assumptions made about me based on the color of my skin and the differences between me and my family members. (I have a “twin” brother, as we are the same age, but look absolutely nothing alike….) This perspective has been a big part of my own identity development and how I interact with others, as well as how I think about community, inclusivity, and empathy. There are so many things that we don’t know about each other, so taking the time to build relationships and understand stories and backgrounds is so important to building a strong community. This month, I celebrate those stories of fellow adoptees, recognizing the challenges and triumphs of our unique community.
This week there is no school for students, as we are conducting conferences and then have no school for the holiday. I hope you have a restful and relaxing week. 😊
Picture re-takes December 5th:
Yuen Lui Studio will photograph makeup and retake portraits at Hazel Wolf K-8 on Friday, December 5
Please let your student’s teacher know if you would like your student to have a photo taken on makeup/retake day.
- Missed picture day? Students who missed picture day should plan on getting a photo taken on December 5. Families can preorder photos here: https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001320088. Print orders will be shipped to the school; digital orders are sent via email from no-reply@imagequix.com.
- Preordered photos and would like a retake? students can return their portrait package to the photographer on 12/5 in exchange for a complimentary retake; a replacement for all returned packages on 12/5 will be shipped to the school at no charge; digital orders are sent via email from no-reply@imagequix.com.
- View and order photos from picture day (makeup/retake images will be processed and available for ordering approximately three weeks after makeup/retake day); all orders that require an online code are shipped directly to families’ homes in 7-10 days after the order is placed; ; digital orders are sent via email from no-reply@imagequix.com.
- Keyword: Hazel Wolf
- Online Code: Student’s SPS School ID Number
- Contact Yuen Lui Studio with any questions.
Conferences:
This week (Monday and Tuesday) are set aside for conferences.
- K-5 families: Please contact your child’s teacher if you have not yet scheduled a conference.
- Middle school arena conferences:
- Monday, November 24th
- 10:30am-12:00pm
- 1:30-3:00pm
- 3:30-5:00pm
- Tuesday, November 25th
- 8:30-10:00am
- 10:30am-12:00pm
- 1:30-3:00pm
Middle School students/families need to sign up to attend one of the Arena Conference windows.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0A45ABAB23A1F94-60071045-middle
Attendance:
We wanted to follow up on the attendance policy found here that all families signed at the start of the school year.
Please reference here for more attendance information from the district.
If you do plan to miss 3 or more days, please fill out this form at least three days prior.
Thank you,
Ms. Traci
Volunteering at Hazel Wolf:
Upcoming Volunteer Orientations: Here are the upcoming dates and Teams link:
| December 4 | 9:30am |
| January 13 | 9:30am |
Hazel Wolf Volunteer Orientation link 2025-26
Middle School:
Athletics:
Families can now sign up for basketball using FinalForms.
Remember that sports physicals are valid for two years, so if your student completed one last year, you do not need a new one this season.
We are also looking for a Girls Basketball Coach!
If you or someone you know is interested, please email me directly.
Thank you,
Joel Fisaha
Athletic Director, Hazel Wolf K-8
jtfisaha@seattleschools.org
PTSA Announcements and Events
Neurodivergent Support Group: Hazel Wolf’s Neurodivergent Community Group would like to invite you to a kid-friendly potluck on December 4th 5:30pm-7:30pm in the school Library. The group is a welcoming space for parents of neurodiverse children to connect, share experiences, and learn strategies for growth. Together, we build understanding, confidence, and community while advocating for our kids. Please RSVP here and contact Jenny with any questions.
Staff Appreciation Breakfast: Help us show our staff some appreciation before we head into the winter break. We are looking for ready-to-eat foods and other prepared foods that do not need to be served warm. More information and sign-ups can be found here.
K-5 Movie Night (K-Pop Demon Hunters): Our community has spoken and voted for K-Pop Demon Hunters for our K-5 Movie Night on Friday, December 5 in the HW Cafetorium. Doors at 6:15pm and the movie will start at 6:30pm. Bring your blankets, chairs, and stuffies. Siblings welcome. We need some volunteers to make the event a success, so please help us and sign up.
Community Event – Seattle Kraken: The Seattle Kraken are excited to offer Hazel Wolf K-8 an exclusive opportunity to purchase specialty priced group tickets to watch the Seattle Kraken take on the Anaheim Ducks at Climate Pledge arena on Friday, Jan 23 at 7pm! $3 of every ticket will be donated back to the Hazel Wolf K-8 PTSA. Let’s go Kraken!
Open Enrollment/School Tours: Open Enrollment is happening January 5th – 31st, 2026, and Hazel Wolf has planned tours for the following dates: December 16th, January 14th, and January 22nd. We need volunteers to help guide prospective families on these dates. You can sign up here to help out.
Spring Auction: The Spring Auction is on March 21, 2026 at the Magnuson Park Hangar 30. Celebrate with the Hazel Wolf community at our Spring Masquerade Auction, an evening of fun, food, and fundraising! Enjoy dinner, dancing, and exciting activities like the dessert dash, silent auction, raffle games, and our inspiring Raise the Paddle moment. This is a 21+ event.
Put on your best mask and join us for a night to remember—all in support of our school! Get your early bird tickets before 12/31/25 for $85 per person. There are many ways you can contribute to the spring auction – from donating auction items to leading an art project to making decorations. Fill out this form to let us know!
Lost & Found Information: View this photo album for pictures and videos of the current Lost & Found items. Clothing left for more than 4 weeks will be donated to Kidvantage.
Reflections Art Content: Our Hazel Wolf PTSA sponsored Reflections Art Contest is back. The theme this year is “I Belong!” – show us what that means to you through your art. The 6 categories for the contest are: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Music Composition, Literature, Photography, and Visual Arts. The 4 age groups are: PreK- Kindergarten; 1st-2nd; 3rd-5th; and 6th-8th graders. Top 8 in each category and age group will advance to the Seattle Council level, Washington State level, and finally on to National PTA for judging. Find more general program information here.
Ongoing Ridwell Plastic Film Pick-ups: We earned free Ridwell plastic films pick-ups this academic year. Drop off your clean and dry plastic films in the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. Learn what can be accepted here.
Recycle Old Shoes: Drop off old and worn-out shoes next to the Ridwell bin by the school entrance anytime. You can also find a location to recycle many other textiles near you
Join the PTSA as a voting member! Everyone – parents, caregivers, extended family, community members – is encouraged to join the PTSA. Membership does NOT commit you to attending meetings or volunteering. Our goal is to have at least one family member join the PTSA for each student, so we can continue to align our budget and initiatives to our community’s needs.
Stay Updated: Our school’s volunteer-driven Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) strives to build community, support school programs, and help families stay connected through events, fundraisers & more! Here’s how to keep in touch with what’s happening:
– Add the PTSA Google Calendar to yours
– See all PTSA events for the year
– Follow @hazelwolfk8ptsa on Instagram and Facebook
– Visit hazelwolfk8.org and subscribe to the blog