Vashon Seals Swim Team

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May Monthly Newsletter

Rachel Waldron

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Hello Seals Families,

We’re halfway through May and the summer swim season is just around the corner! There’s lots to look forward to, and we’re excited to share updates and important reminders for you and your swimmers.
 

Special Thanks: Bubble Down Volunteers

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who showed up for this year’s Bubble Down-our biggest volunteer event of the season! Your energy, teamwork, and good spirits made a huge job feel easy and even fun. We’re excited to share a few photos from the day-be sure to check them out below and on our social media!

A very special thank you goes out to the Vashon Fire Department, who surprised us by lending a hand and making the process smoother than ever. Your support means so much to our swim community.

We also want to recognize Danielle & Saffron Hinz-with Saffron, a Seals graduate, and Danielle, a past president and dedicated Seals mom. It speaks volumes about our team spirit that so many volunteers are graduates and their parents, returning year after year to help the next generation of Seals succeed.

“On days like this, it is easy to believe in angels. Kind-hearted and dedicated volunteers, you have shown a great example to all of us, and we want you to know just how appreciated all of you are.”

Thank you, volunteers, for your generosity, dedication, and for making Vashon Seals a true community. We couldn’t do it without you!

Check out some great moments from Bubble Down at the bottom of this newsletter!

IMPORTANT DATES: MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Sunday, July 27

Get ready to Make a Splash for Seals! Our annual Swim-a-thon is coming up on Sunday, July 27 (morning). This is a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for new swim gear and scholarships, while cheering on our swimmers as they rack up the laps!

  • Volunteers Needed: We need lap counters and snack providers to make this event a success.

  • Pool Opens Sundays at 1:00 PM: We’re aiming to schedule the Swim-a-thon during this window, so please plan accordingly.

  • Promotion: Keep an eye out for pledge forms and flyers-let’s get the whole community involved!

Annual BBQ – Saturday, August 9

Our favorite tradition returns! Join us for the Annual Seals BBQ-a family celebration with awards, treats, and heartwarming traditions. We want every family there-parents and kids alike! This is a wonderful way to bond, share stories, and celebrate our swimmers’ hard work.

Fundraising Update

GiveBIG came and went in a flash this year, but it’s never too late to support the Seals! If you missed out, you can still donate to support our team, equipment, scholarships, and more:
Support the Seals – Donate Here

 
Volunteer Hours: Every Family Makes a Difference!

A message from Gwen, our Volunteer Coordinator:

Parent and guardian volunteers play a crucial role in the success of Vashon Seals Swim Team and this year we have had so many families out helping. From timing and hospitality at our swim meet, to the bake sale and helping put the bubble up and take it down!

These opportunities build camaraderie and community within Vashon Seals, while providing critical fundraising to keep our team sustainable, including new equipment, recruitment, t-shirts, team events, and scholarships.

All families were informed about the Seals volunteer requirement at the beginning of the year. All families are responsible for 15 volunteer hours per family each year, September 1 - August 31. Each volunteer hour is valued at $20. At the end of the season, in August, your account will be billed up to $300 for volunteer hours that have not met the required standard.

To support the recording of hours volunteered, a form has been created for families to fill out after each volunteering experience. Please fill this form out for all volunteering your family has participated in from Sept 2024 to present and then for all future volunteering as well.

Volunteer Hours Tracking Form

If there are any questions about volunteering hours or future opportunities to volunteer, please email Gwen at [email protected].

 

Thank You, Seals Families!

Your energy, support, and commitment make the Vashon Seals Swim Team a truly special community. Let’s keep up the great work as we head into the busy summer season-see you at the pool!

Go Seals!

Questions or suggestions?
Contact us anytime at [email protected].

Let us know if you’d like to add any photos, swimmer spotlights, or additional updates!

 
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