Ms Aisha Chaughtai is part of the preschool team at NHE. She is a caring teacher, as well as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Last week, Ms Aisha's home (on 119th) which she shared with her husband, son, daughter-in-law and and grandsons, caught fire. Her husband sustained 2nd and 3rd degree burns, and the house was completely destroyed.

Please consider helping Ms Aisha and her family get back on their feet with baby items, clothing, bedding, cooking supplies, furniture, even funds to help with medical bills.

https://gofund.me/8fdf82df

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. A commemoration of Muhammad's first revelation, the annual observance of Ramadan is regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam and lasts twenty-nine to thirty days, from one sighting of the crescent moon to the next.

Next week is our spring spirit week and this year, the themes were decided on by our very own student council.

• Monday: Silly Hair & Spiritwear - Put on your NHE gear and your craziest hairdo!
• Tuesday: Book Character Day - Dress like your favorite book character!
• Wednesday: Sports Day - Dress like your favorite athlete!
• Thursday: Wear Blue Day - Everyone dress up in NHE Blue!
• Friday: Class Theme Day - Each class creates a theme to do together!

April 19th is our after school glow dance party!!  More details will be incoming as we get closer to the date but if you would like to help out, please click here:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AA8AE2CAAFCC61-47349144-dance

Originally we were planning a silent auction but that will be postponed until next year.

We have begun planning our Multicultural Night festivities for May 3rd but can't do it without your help!  Please click on this link and fill out the survey to help make our event a success.  We are looking forward to celebrating the rich diversity of cultures at our school and talents of our staff, students, and families!  

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1TVEwO4D7D7YA-1SpxN89ZcUsmiJ5Z4UHHkguPPAM3tU/edit

Starting March 21^st, join us at the Tyee Middle School Gym for Spring Skills Training.  Our coaches will help the girls work on their basketball skills and organize scrimmages.  

The fee is $150 and it is open to girls of all experience levels in 2nd – 8th grade that eventually will go to Newport High School!   Most sessions will be on Tue/Thu and it runs through May 30^th.  Based on skill level, there will be 2 time slots:

• 6:15-7:45pm:  Beginner/Intermediate skill level
• 7:45-9:15pm:  Advanced skill level

Email newportgirlsselectbasketball@gmail.com for more details on how to register.

Looking for summer camps or other extracurricular activities? 

OneStopCamp is a free tool created by fellow Seattle parents to help you find relevant camps in your area. Check it out today: www.onestopcamp.com 

Festival of color, welcoming Spring, is the largest Festival of color/ Holi celebration in the Pacific Northwest with 10,000+ participants from the Eastside, Seattle, and beyond. The festival of color is organized by Northwest Share in partnership with King County's Marymoor Park and Vedic Cultural Center, Sammamish, with the support of the City of Redmond 's Tourism Grant program.

The ancient festival of Holi (Festival of Color) is celebrated every year in India and has found a permanent home in Pacific Northwest as well. The Festival of Color frees all the inhibitions within people so they can relate to others with pure joy. It brings people together and creates a community of happy people. The highlight of the festival is the great fun of coloring while dancing and jumping blissfully with friends and newcomers. Enjoy colors, music, dance, fun, contests and tasty Indian food. The best and most joyful event for the complete family, suitable for all ages during a warm spring day.

Dates and Time:
March 23rd, Saturday, 2024 10:30AM to 6.00 PM
Venue: MARYBELLE MEADOW MARYMOOR PARK
17525 NE 65TH ST
REDMOND WA 98052

Marymoor Park has limited parking lots, and the registration online is mandatory.

ICFF is the Pacific Northwest's only and most culturally enriching festival for children! Our vision is a peaceful future where all peoples of the world respect, appreciate, and enjoy the rich and diverse cultures of each other. To fulfill our vision, we are creating opportunities for young people to experience different cultures at an early age through art, music, folklore, and cultural displays. Art is one of the many ways for young children to express themselves and their cultures. ICFF Art Showcase is one of the best places to see different representations of art by young and talented artists worldwide.  All NHE kids are invited to participate.

A few notes about the art showcase:

• This year's theme is "My Favorite Place!"
• Submission is open to all 5 to 13-year-olds
• The art showcase will be open to the public during festival hours, and the public will vote for artworks in their respective categories

Festival dates and location:

April 20th - 21st, 2024

11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center 

If you want to share your creativity with us, please complete the Art Showcase Application Form or use our Art Showcase Brochure and send your artwork by 4/1/2024.

Please check http://www.icffseattle.org/ for further information.

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