Good afternoon, Stadium Students and Families.

This is Principal Shannon Marshall with some important updates.

 

Please check your student’s attendance on ParentVUE. If you notice discrepancies in your student’s attendance, please check with your student and/or contact our attendance team.

 

Daily Schedule

Wednesday, March 25, is a late start day. School will start promptly at 9:15 AM and buses will run one hour later. Staff will be not available until 8:50 AM and Stadium’s doors will open one hour later at 8:50 AM. Please plan accordingly.

On Wednesday, March 25, we will host Workday Wednesday from 2:45-4:45 PM in the Stadium Library. Students must go directly to tutoring after school and arrive by 2:55 PM.

Stadium Theatre’s production of Newsies has performances this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 26-28. The Saturday evening show is sold out. If you purchase tickets through GoFan, your phone is your ticket, and you will redeem your ticket at the venue. There is more information below.

Save the Date: There will be no school from April 6-10 for Spring Break.

Save the Date: Friday, April 17, is the end of the 3^rd Quarter. Progress reports will be available the following week.

 

Stadium’s Spring Musical – Newsies

Tickets may be purchased through GoFan and in the Stadium Business Office before school, during lunch, and after school. Tickets will be sold at the door (cash only) if the show is not already sold out.

Remaining showtimes are at 7:00 PM on March 26, 27, and 28. We will have a 1:30 PM matinee performance on March 28. The 7:00 PM show on Saturday, March 28 is SOLD OUT.

Tickets are $15. Students with ASB may buy a $12 ticket at the Stadium Business Office.

 

ASVAB Testing

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) will be given at Stadium High School on Thursday, April 2, at 8:15 AM in the library. Interested 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th grade students should see Senior Chief Cameron in Room B93A to sign up for the ASVAB by end of day on Tuesday, March 31.

 

Off-Site Student Parking

We were recently notified by the City of Tacoma that both sides of N 4th St, between N C St and N D St, will transition to permit/2‑hour parking within the next couple of weeks. Only residents who live within the designated zone will be eligible to purchase long‑term permits; all other vehicles will be limited to two hours.

The City understands there can be a learning curve when parking regulations change. To help ease the transition, they plan to install the new signs soon, so students are aware of the change in advance. Before enforcement begins, the signs will be temporarily bagged, and the City may place flyers on vehicles in the area to bring awareness to the upcoming changes.

 

Stadium Cheer Tryouts

Get ready, Tigers—Stadium Cheer is gearing up for the 2026-2027 season! We’re looking for spirited, enthusiastic students ready to represent Stadium High with pride. Open Gyms run April 20–30, Monday through Thursday, where you can try new skills, meet the coaches, and get a feel for cheer with no commitment.

Tryouts for the 2026-2027 season are May 11–16.

A mandatory parent/guardian information meeting will be held on April 14 at 6:00 PM in the Stadium Main Gym. Come learn what it means to be part of Stadium Cheer—we can’t wait to see you there!

 

Sophomore Opportunity

If you have a current sophomore, check out this leadership opportunity. The Washington State Board of Education is accepting applications from sophomores to serve as its next student board member. Applications are open until Tuesday, March 31.

Student board members help shape statewide education policy by representing over one million students across Washington and sharing perspectives and lived experience that might otherwise go unheard. Students gain leadership skills, policy experience, and professional connections that can support future goals after high school.

Learn more and apply here: Student Board Members | SBE

 

NE Tacoma Healthy Kids

Our community partner, NE Tacoma Healthy Kids (NETHK), is looking for volunteers for their April events. NETHK is a local 501(c)(3) organization that provides weekend meal bags for students at the four NE Tacoma schools and supports the Care Closet here at Stadium.

They are seeking volunteers on one or more of the following dates: April 13, 14, 15, and 29. The packing event is April 14 at 4:00 PM at the old Browns Point Elementary building.

If you would like to help or learn more about ways to support this important work, please visit How Can You Help | NET Healthy Kids.

 

Reminders from last week…

 

Activity Bus Update – Spring Season

Our activity bus departure times for Northeast Tacoma have changed for the spring season. Buses will now depart at 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.

Additionally, our drivers are experiencing difficulty accessing the bus zone due to cars parking or waiting in the red zone on Stadium Way. For the safety of our students and bus drivers:

• Student drop-off and pick-up must occur at the flagpole on N 2nd St only.
• The red zone on Stadium Way is reserved for buses and emergency vehicles only.

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and our bus routes running smoothly.

 

ParentVUE & StudentVUE

Families, teachers have been receiving questions about the differences between ParentVUE and StudentVUE. Students are able to see detailed assignment information that is not available in ParentVUE. Please encourage your students to take ownership of their learning and use StudentVUE consistently so they have access to everything they need.

 

High School & Beyond Plan – ACTION REQUIRED

SchooLinks provides a centralized place for students to complete and track every HSBP requirement from middle school through graduation. This tool can help students explore careers, prepare for college, and track progress toward graduation.

All Stadium students need to login to SchooLinks and complete the HSBP assignments for their grade level. Students can access SchooLinks through Clever. Once in Clever, login with Office 365 and then select SchooLinks.

Seniors, it is time to finalize your High School & Beyond Plans! Here is a Student Guide to assist you with submitting your HSBPs. Let’s get ‘em done, Tigers!!

 

Mental Health Resources

As a reminder, students have access to a variety of supports within our schools. For needs that go beyond what can be provided in a school setting, we partner with exceptional mental health agencies that offer services on campus.

You can find helpful mental health resources on our website: Mental Health Resources - Tacoma Public Schools.

 

TPS Night at the Rainiers

TPS and the Rainiers are once again teaming up for a night at the ballpark in May. All Tacoma Public Schools attendees are invited to participate in the pre-game parade on the baseball field. Rainiers players will wear student-designed jerseys that will be auctioned off during the game. Students will also sing the national anthem, perform color guard, throw the first pitch, and perform during the game.

• When: Wednesday, May 27, at 5:30 PM (game at 6:05 PM)
• Where: Cheney Stadium, Tacoma

Get tickets here: Tacoma Public Schools Night

 

Senior Scholarships

The Norm Manly Maritime Education Scholarship is available through the Youth Maritime Training Association. Scholarships range from $1500-$5000 for students pursuing maritime, marine sciences, or marine-related careers. The application is due March 30 and more information, including the application, is available at: 2026 YMTA Scholarships – YMTA.

The Okhíčhaŋye Scholarship supports Native American high school seniors who plan to pursue a college degree related to the agriculture industry. Eligible students must demonstrate Tribal citizenship or descendancy. You can find the application and more information at OKHICHANYE SCHOLARSHIP. Applications are due by March 31.

The Jimmy Gabriel Memorial Scholarship is for soccer players who plan to attend a college or a technical/vocational school. Six (6) $4000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors in Washington with at least a 3.0 GPA and financial need. The application is due March 31 and more information, including the application, is available at: Jimmy Gabriel Scholarship — WA Soccer Legends.

The WA SFI Implementation Committee Scholarship is available to graduating seniors who plan to attend a college or university in Washington and enroll in a Forestry or Natural Resources program. Scholarship awards will be between $500-$1000. The application is due April 1 and more information, including the application, is available at: Scholarships | WASIC.

The Washington Association of Sewer & Water Districts (WASWD) is pleased to offer a college scholarship and a utility operator scholarship for high school graduates who seek technical training for operator positions. You can find the application and more information at Walt Canter Scholarship Fund. Applications are due April 1.

The Sea Mar Latino/a Educational Achievement Project Scholarship provides a scholarship award of $2500 for students who demonstrate a history of advocacy, responsibility, accountability, perseverance, are go-getters, and have shown or have the strong potential to be contributors to their community. The application is due April 15 and more information, including the application, is available at: Sea Mar -Community Health Centers.

The Dash Point Social and Improvement Club (DPSIC) is proud to provide a scholarship to a student planning to attend any two- or four-year university, college, technical school, or certificate program. Applicants must live in the Dash Point/Browns Point area, be members of the DPSIC, and have contributed considerable time, effort, and voluntary service to our community. The application is due May 1 by 5:00 PM. More information and the downloadable application are available at: Scholarship – Dash Point Social & Improvement Club.

The Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship program celebrates and recognizes Pierce County high school seniors who have given back to their community through volunteer service. Scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors in a competitive process. Applications are due May 1 and are available here: 2026 Willie Stewart Scholarship Application.

 

Have a wonderful week, Tigers!

 

Shannon Marshall, Principal

Stadium High School