Good afternoon, Stadium Students and Families,
This is Principal Shannon Marshall with some important updates.
Congratulations to Lyric Coley who took 1st place in the regional finals of Seattle Repertory Theatre’s Next Narrative Monologue Competition. She will be traveling to New York City in May for the national finals at the Apollo Theatre! Lyric, thank you for representing Stadium Theatre and the State of Washington!
Daily Schedule
If you are interested in Stadium Cheer, attend the mandatory parent/guardian meeting on Monday, April 15 at 6:00 PM in the main gym. (More info is below.)
Wednesday, April 17, is a Late Start Day. School will start promptly at 8:35 AM and buses will run one hour later.
On April 18-20, Stadium High School Theatre presents In the Heights. Showtimes on at 7:00 PM with a matinee at 1:30 PM on Saturday, April 20.(More info is below.)
KOMO News – Stadium High School
Last week, KOMO News showcased Stadium High School in Eric Johnson’s Eric’s Heroes segment. If you missed the coverage, view the story at http://komonews.com/news/erics-heroes. Eric has also posted it to his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/EricJohnsonKOMO.
Start Time Changes 2024-25
Transportation changes to bus route schedules would impact school start times beginning in the 2024-25 school year. The need for a more efficient system drove the change. These updates reduce the number of bus routes, which will save about $1 million in transportation costs per year.
- High schools would start at 8:05 AM and end at 2:35 PM
- Middle schools would start at 7:40 AM and end at 2:10 PM
- Some elementary schools would start at 8:40; some would start at 9:00. This will be determined in May and will be communicated to families at that time.
Questions? Please email us atinfo@tacoma.k12.wa.us.
Stadium Care Closet
The Stadium High School Care Closet in now open. Our goal is to provide support and resources to our students and families in need. The Care Closet is stocked with a variety of items including shelf-stable food, clothing, hygiene products, and more. Whether you're facing a temporary challenge or could simply use a little extra support, the Care Closet is here for you.
If you or your family could benefit from the services of the Care Closet or if you have any questions about the program, please don't hesitate to contact your student's Guidance Counselor. They will be more than happy to provide you with additional information and assistance.
- Katrina Caldwell – Counselor for all 9th graders
- Margaret Mickelson – Counselor for last names A-E 10-12th
- Lauren Sneden – Counselor for last names F-La 10-12th
- Shannon Schreiner – Counselor for last names Le-Ri 10-12th
- Heather Washington – Counselor for last names Ro-Z 10-12th
The Stadium Care Closet is well-stocked and does not need in-kind donations at this time. If you would like to make a donation to help Stadium students facing challenges, please contribute to Stadium’s InvestED account. InvestED will match our donations up to $500 each year.
Senior Scholarship Application
Seniors, the Stadium Scholarship Application is now live! Each year, donors make it possible for our students to receive scholarships to further their education after high school. To qualify for these scholarships, students must complete the Stadium Scholarship Application. Seniors are also receiving an email from Mrs. Junderson, our Scholarship Chairperson. Seniors must be logged into their TPS Office 365 account to complete the Microsoft Form.
This application will close on Sunday, April 28 at 11:59 PM.
FAFSA/WASFA
Seniors, if you still need to file your FAFSA or WASFA, check in with Mrs. Junderson or Mikaela Mattes in the Career Center. You may also visithttps://graduatetacoma.org/cfa-students/for information on how to file and to figure out which option is right for you. You can also reach out to your college of choice’s admissions office to get updates and help secure your financial aid award for the fall.
More College Tours
Our Community Partnerships Office is organizing tours of outstanding local colleges. Each visit includes a customized tour and presentation from college staff on the admissions process, financial aid, scholarships, and college life unique to each school. These tours are designed for TPS students and families to learn together. Register now for April and May tours.
This Week in the Career Center
This week in the Career Center during lunches, Mrs. Junderson will host guest speakers from Women's Transportation Seminar-Transportation You. Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) TransportationYou (TYou)’s goal in working with Stadium High School isto change the face of the transportation industry by growing the involvement and interest of girls and young women in STEM studies.
Mrs. Junderson and Mikaela Mattes with the College Success Foundation will be hosting Motivation Monday on Monday, April 15, after school in the Career Center (Room 117) from 2:10-3:00 PM. Students will be able to receive support working on financial aid, scholarships, and all things college and career related, with a special emphasis on Juniors working on their Palmer Scholar applications. More information about Palmers available: HERE Bring your laptop and be prepared to work!
Mrs. Junderson and Mikaela will also be hosting Tackle it Tuesday after school in the Career Center on Tuesday, April 16, from 2:10-3:00 PM supporting students working on financial aid, scholarships, and all things college and career related, again with a special emphasis on Juniors working on their Palmer Scholar applications.
Please visit Mrs. Junderson’s website for specific dates and times for guests, more information about college and career planning, to connect with our community partners, and for upcoming college visits and scholarship information.
Stadium Boosters
This is the last call! The Stadium Boosters dinner and auction is Saturday, April 20, at the Museum of Glass. Tickets are still available, but the event is expected to sell out. Purchase tickets at https://stadiumboosters.schoolauction.net/auction2024/homepages/show. Guests will enjoy a champagne welcome, appetizers, and a hot shop demonstration by Trenton Quiocho from Hilltop Artists and season three of Blown Away. This will be an event to remember!
Reminders from last week…
Caps & Gowns
On Monday, April 8, Jostens was at Stadium to distribute caps and gowns (and other grad items) to Stadium seniors who ordered them. Jostens left all unclaimed items in the main office at Stadium to be picked up by the student/family.
Stadium Cheer 2024-25
Stadium Cheer is looking for energetic and enthusiastic cheerleaders to spread school spirit and represent Stadium High School is a positive manner. If you are interested in trying out for Stadium Cheer, attend the mandatory parent/guardian meeting on April 15 at 6:00 PM in the main gym.
Cheer Tryouts will be April 29-May 4. Students must register through Final Forms and have a valid physical submitted and reviewed prior to April 29. There will be open gym on April 22-26 from 4:30 – 6:30 PM to learn the basics of sideline cheer. Everyone is welcome!
If you have any questions about Stadium Cheer, please contact Coach Melissa at msmith8@tacoma.k12.wa.us.
Stadium’s Spring Musical – In the Heights
Tickets for Stadium High School’s Spring Musical, In the Heights, are on sale now!
Tickets are $15 and students with ASB may buy a $12 ticket at the Stadium Business Office.
Tickets may be purchased for $15 through Brown Paper Tickets. Tickets will be sold at the door (cash only) if the show is not already sold out.
Showtimes are at 7:00 PM on April 18, 19, and 20. We will have 1:30 PM matinee performances on April 20.
When you attend events at Stadium, please park in the Stadium parking garage or utilize street parking. Please do not park in the reserved spaces that belong to our neighboring apartment communities, as they will tow.
Yearbook Pricing
Tigers, if you haven't purchased your yearbook, now is the time. Yearbooks are currently $65, and the price will go up on May 1to $75.
Take the ASVAB
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) will be administered at Stadium High School in the Career Center on Friday, April 26 at 7:45 AM. Interested 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students should see Mrs. Junderson to sign up for the ASVAB by Friday, April 19.
Senior Opportunities
Scholarships aren't just for the top students or best athletes. There are many different types of awards available. Please use this TPS website for Scholarship resources.
JUNIORS: The Palmer Scholars Legacy Program provides a yearly scholarship and stipend totaling $3,500 per year for up to 5 years, plus college readiness training, college and career exploration, mentorship, and community building. To be eligible for the Legacy Program, you must: identify as a person of color, be a high school junior attending a Pierce County high school, be actively involved in your school and community, have a minimum a 2.0+ GPA, and demonstrate financial need (free/reduced lunch eligible). Applications are due April 21, and more information is available here: Legacy Program | Palmer Scholars.
Stadium’s Black Student Union (BSU) is proud to offer a scholarship for an African American graduating senior who is passionate about advocacy and working towards positive social change for marginalized communities. The applicant must be a graduating Stadium senior planning to attend a two- or four-year university/college/technical/professional school. No minimum GPA is required. For more information about BSU, the club meets every Wednesday afterschool in Room B07. The application is due April 24 by the end of the school day (2:05 PM) and is available here: 
BSU Scholarship Application.docx.
The Dash Point Social and Improvement Club (DPSIC) is proud to provide a scholarship to a student who has contributed considerable time, effort, and voluntary service to our community. It is given in memory of Janet Flynn, the owner of Janet’s Table Supply, a small community store which was located near the old Dash Point School on Eastside Drive. Applicants planning to attend any two or four-year University, College, or Technical/Professional school this fall may apply. Students planning enrollment in university certificate programs, non-degree apprenticeship programs such as skilled trades, construction trades, healthcare, manufacturing or industrial education, management training, sales or merchandising fields are also encouraged to apply. The applicant or parent MUST be a current member of the DPSIC and the applicant must be a current resident in the Dash Point/Browns Point communities. The application is due May 1 at 5:00 PM. Hard copies are available in the Career Center from Mrs. Junderson and both an online (preferred) and downloadable application form are available here: Scholarship – Dash Point Social & Improvement Club.
Have a wonderful week, Tigers!
Shannon Marshall, Principal
Stadium High School
