Helping all students reach their full potential

[NEW for 2024-25!] C89.5 Radio/Digital Media program: Foundation provided a $30,000 grant for the program, expanding opportunities for additional students to explore radio and podcasting careers. The C89.5 radio program has been a cherished part of Hale High School experience for over five decades.

[CURRENT/ONGOING] “Intentional Collaboration Time”: This Foundation-led initiative provides necessary time for staff members to authentically collaborate for student success. Funds will be provided to hire substitute teachers and cover expenses for off-site meetings, ensuring an undisrupted learning experience for students.

[CURRENT/ONGOING] Writers in the Schools (WITS): Professional local writers spend two weeks in 9th grade classrooms, giving every student a guided opportunity to engage in the writing process: brainstorming, writing, revising, and sharing their work in front of an audience. This unique program gives students the chance to find and cultivate their voice. Nathan Hale has enjoyed a long and fruitful partnership with WITS going back decades. Learn more about the program here.

[PAST SUPPORT]9th Grade Academy: The Foundation historically funded supplemental resources required to support a holistic 9th grade education approach - one rooted in block scheduling, “connected curriculum”, and heavy emphasis on critical thinking skills. The program was designed to support higher graduation rates for all students..

[PAST SUPPORT] College in the High School program: Before the state began funding the College in the High School program due to its demonstrated success, the Foundation funded these scholarships for Hale students. The scholarships provided tuition assistance for college credit courses taken at NHHS, for students who needed financial support to begin college with courses on their transcript.

[NEW for 2024-25!] Theatre Program Grant: $10,000 grant provides funds for Spring Musical (The Addams Family) licensing rights and production support as well as funds a field trip to fuel the passion of our young thespians.

[NEW for 2024-25!] Robotics Program Grant: $10,000 grant allows the group to purchase updated components making Hale Robo Raiders team even more competitive in Robotics competitions.

[CURRENT/EVALUATING] NHHS Digital History Project: Celebrating 60 years of Nathan Hale history, the Foundation is evaluating options for an exciting way to digitally preserve and showcase student achievements of all kinds through the decades. Stay tuned!

[PAST SUPPORT] NHHS Performing Arts Center (PAC)/ Tudor Hall Enhancements: The Foundation provided funding for a wireless mic system replacement in the PAC which requires new receivers, mics, mic packs, and rechargeable batteries. This investment also included replacement of PAC border lights to create pre-set lighting for all presentations, class meetings, individual student and class activities.

[PAST SUPPORT] Maker’s Space: Hale students can enter The Maker’s Space for access to multiple tools, including 3D printers, allowing them to bring their ideas and creations to life. During the pandemic, the Foundation funded 3D printer filament for students working in the Maker’s Space to create personal protective gear for the team at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.

[PAST SUPPORT] Sentinel Digital Start Up: Nathan Hale’s award-winning school newspaper, The Sentinel, continues to develop an inclusive and engaging digital presence for the greater Hale community. The Foundation’s investment increased the ability of Sentinel staff to develop digital skills and facilitate real-time, relevant reporting in a variety of platforms.

[NEW for 2024-25! + ONGOING] Gary Case Physical Education Fund: $5,000 grant allows program to replace worn out racquet sports and other equipment popular with the students. The fund celebrates Gary Case, the esteemed coach and NHHS legend, loved by generations of Hale alumni. Funds will be distributed every other year.

[NEW for 2024-25!] Athletics Department Grant: $10,000 grant will help refresh banners celebrating student athlete accomplishments across all sports, invests in coaching staff development and funds long overdue weight room upgrades.

[NEW for 2024-25!] Music Program Grant: $10,000 grant enables purchase of additional instruments, including World Music instrument sets, supporting the largest incoming Freshman class since the pandemic.

[CURRENT/ONGOING] InvestED: These funds support individual students in need with class fees, sports equipment and music equipment rental, field trips, activity and academic testing fees, and other basic needs. InvestED provides Hale students with a truly equitable high school experience.

[CURRENT/ONGOING] Clothing Closet Support: Nathan Hale “Counselor Lex” has started a clothing closet for students in need. The Foundation will support this effort by funding full length mirrors, benches for trying on shoes, and closet items as needed.

[CURRENT/ONGOING] Grad Signs for Seniors: The Foundation helps fund a window/yard sign for each senior in the graduating class every year. This is a visible celebration of our seniors and their accomplishments out in the community, and one of the ways we wish them well as they take their next steps on life’s journey.

[CURRENT/EVALUATING!] “Calm Rooms”: An on-site Calm Room is where students can go to recharge and take time for themselves if/when things become overwhelming. The school has one Calm Room today which is most often in use. The Foundation is helping to fund a second space, as well as replenish and improve the current one.