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West Seattle Night Out - Dinner and a Movie

Enjoy dinner at Circa and then head across the street to see a film at Admiral Theater for two.

Thanks to: Circa, Admiral Theater

Value: $41

Downtown Getaway #1 – Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Enjoy a night in a deluxe room at Seattle’s only AAA diamond hotel, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Also includes breakfast for two in the award-winning Georgian (Breakfast not exceed $50, alcohol and gratuity not included.) Advanced registration required.

Thanks to: The Fairmont Olympic Hotel


Team Explorer Quilt

A beautiful heirloom quality quilt of children's self portraits. Gorgeous batik fabrics fill out the rest of the design. This is certainly a piece to be treasured for years to come.

Thanks to: Team Explorer artists & teachers, Katharine Fuller

Value: Priceless


Herron Island Adventure

Your day will begin with a private ferry ride to Herron Island, being greeted by Mr. Skeffington, Ms. Schwendeman and Mr. Hale. Dine on warm scones & fresh fruit and then explore the island, looking for agates, clamming, dropping a crab trap or just hanging out at the Schwendeman-Hale Retreat. A BBQ lunch will be served between 2-3pm (with fresh crab, if we are lucky) Last ferry home is 7:00pm. Room for three families (appr 12-14 people)

Thanks to: Donna Schwendeman, Mark Hale, Mason Skeffington

Value: priceless


Catered Barbecue and Keg Party for Fifty

There's no better time in the Pacific Northwest than summertime and no better way to enjoy it than a barbecue with friends. Here's your chance! Up for bid is an all Inclusive Homemade Barbecue Party for up to 50 people catered by Gatewood parents Dana and Stuart Lancaster. Your house or their house. Barbecue includes pulled pork, beef brisket, beans, cornbread, coleslaw, dessert and a keg (5 gal) of homemade "Stu Brew". Mutually agreed upon date to be used before 12/31/2009.

Thanks to: Dana and Stuart Lancaster

Value: 1,500


Teatro ZinZanni Performance

Two tickets to the critically acclaimed three-hour performance and a five-course gourmet meal designed by Northwest chef Tom Douglas.

Teatro ZinZanni is a unique theatrical hybrid blending European cabaret , cirque, acrobatics, clowning, contortion, and illusion with sophisticated live music and a gourmet meal. Parking, beverages and gratuity are not included. Good for a Wed, Thurs or Sun performance (some dates excluded.)

Thanks to: Teatro ZinZanni

Value: $222


Birthday Party on Ice

Enjoy an ice skating party for 20 at Castle Ice including skates and use of the party room. Complete the party with balloons from Red Balloon Company and a birthday cake by Gatewood Mom Lisa Kirchgessner.

Thanks to: Lisa Kirchgessner, Castle Ice, Red Balloon Company


Team Together Photorealism

A large acrylic painting (36”x48”) of Gatewood Elementary School based on the work and artistic style of photorealist painter Chuck Close.

Thanks to: Team Together artists & teachers, Rino and Anna Canoy, Will Kitchen

Value: Priceless


Sail Away

Sail away with Tim Young, Everybody’s Teacher Extraordinaire. Tim will meet up to five people on Lowman Beach and catch the breezes to Blake Island. Once on Blake Island you will be served a gourmet picnic lunch, personalized to your taste and finished with homemade chocolates, prepared by super volunteer and foodie Erik Christensen. After a relaxing afternoon you’ll set sail again for a tour of Puget Sound, returning to Lowman Beach at the end of the day. Mutually agreed upon time in Summer 2009.

Thanks to: Tim Young, Erik Christensen

Value: Priceless


Feeding Frenzy #1

Restaurant Zoe (dinner for 2, exp 3/13/2010, no Fri or Sat)
Puerto Vallarta (West Seattle, dinner for 2)
Endolyne Joe's
Metropolitan Grill
The Melting Pot (exp 7/7/2009)
Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria
Il Terrazzo (valid Mon-Thurs only)
Uptown Espresso
Julia's Restaurants (valid for one visit, dinner for 2)
Caffe Ladro
Caffe Ladro
Caffe Ladro
Benihana (exp 12/30/09)
Benihana (Yakisoba Lunch for 2, exp 3/2010, no holidays)
Sport Restaurant and Bar (exp 3/13/2010)
C & P Coffee (10 Drinks of your choice)
Anthony's Homeport (Des Moines, 2 dinner entrees, exp 1/28/10)
McCormick's Fish House & Bar (exp 12/2009)
Spiro's Pizza & Pasta
Spring Hill Restaurant & Bar

*Most certificates do not include gratuity, tax or alcohol and are not valid with any other offers.


EB Foote Winery

Enjoy a 2-hour private wine tasting with 40 of your friends at E.B. Foote Winery in Burien. Hors d'oeuvres will be served that compliment the wines sampled. Owner/winemaker Sherrill Miller will explain the process of wine making and share her wine knowledge with you and your guests

Thanks to: EB Foote Winery

Value: $475


Downtown Getaway #2 – Ace Hotel

Enjoy a night’s stay at Seattle’s leading design hotel, the Ace. The historic building is set in the heart of Belltown, within walking distance of Pike Place Market and Seattle’s network of art galleries and designer shops. Your deluxe stay includes a $75 gift certificate to Cyclops Restaurant, owned by Gatewood parents John Hawkley and Gina Kaukola.

Thanks to: Ace Hotel, Cyclops Restaurant

Value: $250


Dream Team Mosaic

From the Dream Team comes scenes of a summer dream done in glass and wood. Using glass gems on a weathered eight-paned window, each pane has been kid-designed to represent a different and yet delightful sight of summer. With its vibrant sunny sky and bright foliage, it’s as sure to catch the eye as it is the light. A lovely accent in a sunroom, over a fireplace or anywhere your imagination wanders.

Thanks to: Dream Team teachers & artists, Kathie Titialii, Kristin McMahan, Anita Schumacher, Ellen Bremen and Rachel Moreau

Value: Priceless


Anderson Island Retreat

Enjoy a week (7 days/6 nights) of beachcombing, sunsets, biking, rowing and more in this waterfront cabin on South Puget Sound's Anderson Island. This waterfront cabin comes with three bedrooms plus a bunkroom and two baths. The ferry departs for Anderson Island from Steilacoom, near Tacoma. Mutually agreeable dates, not available in July.

Thanks to: Kristin, Judith, and Jeanne Arvidson

Value: $1500


Private Movie Party – Magnolia Hi-Fi Theatre

Are you a movie fanatic? Invite 14 of your closest friends to come with you to one of Seattle’s most exclusive theatres! The Magnolia Audio Vide Design Center's Theo Kalomirakis-designed Theater has been called the best in the nation. Choose one of over 300 movies in the kaleidoscope video server or bring your own favorite DVD. This is a truly unique experience in a truly unique setting.

Thanks to: Magnolia Audio Video Design Center, Mark & Karen Vegors

Value: $1500


Kids’ Ski Adventure

Hit the slopes! Gatewood’s own Kate Trumble (former ski instructor at Crystal) knows the terrain and will give professional instruction for up to 5 children while you enjoy your own time on the slopes kid-free. Lunch included. Mutually agreed upon date.

Thanks to: Kate Trumble

Value: priceless


Fund a Teacher

Thanks to Darren Radu, Gary Thomsen, Rhonda Claytor
& Donna Rodenberg for the Small Matters Presentation.

Bid Amounts: $1000, $500, $250, $100, $50, $25


VIP Treatment

As our school grows, so will the value of this privilege! Tired of looking for parking at school events? Can’t see your child perform from the back row? With VIP Treatment, you receive one up front parking space and four front row seats reserved at all school evening events during the 09/10 school year.

Value: Priceless


Downtown Getaway #3 – W Hotel & Wild Ginger

In the heart of downtown, the indulgent W Hotel is close to art and music centers, financial and retail hubs, and the Pike Place Market. Good for one Friday or Saturday night stay and dinner at Wild Ginger.

Thanks to: W Hotel, Wild Ginger

Value: $500


Cruisin' Lake Washington

Have you ever looked out at the boats on the water and wished you could be on one? Grab your swimsuit and sunscreen because now you can! Enjoy a day or evening cruise on Lake Washington aboard a 43 foot power boat with Gatewood parents Paul and Shauna Bennett. Up to 10 guests are welcome. Cruise includes a BBQ dinner and will be held on a mutually agreed upon date before September 30th, 2009.

Thanks to: Paul and Shauna Bennett

Value: Priceless


Team Buzz Collages

“Northwest Landscape”

A beautiful collage of scenic Puget Sound was created by the collective work of our children's hands. The greens and blues that sparkle in the spring and make Seattle a place we love are represented in this cooperative work.

“Village by the Sea”

This Folk art paper & paint collage depicting a ferry landing at a seaside village was created with houses, cars, trees, and boat designed and created by Team Buzz artists.

“Mountain Village”

One of a kind collage in the Folk Art style of a mountain village created by Team Buzz artists. Each cottage is unique and student made!


Thanks to: Team Buzz artists and teachers, Cathy Jimenez, Kay Yano, Ann Easton, David Easton

Value: Priceless


Country Mouse - Down on the Farm

Leave the city behind when you head to Vashon Island where Mrs. Stearns and Miss Picardal will take you to a working animal farm for a tour and goat milking! Afterwards, enjoy lunch at Mrs. Stearns house on Vashon and a walk to the beach. You, your child and four friends and their families can enjoy this down on the farm adventure! (Siblings 4 years and older welcome.)

Thanks to: Carolyn Stearns, Catherine Picardal

Value: Priceless


Starfire

Each year, Gatewood students and Mr. Young use their mathematical skills to build their own wooden boat. The 2008 boat is hand crafted by Gatewood students, painted sea-foam green and includes purple oars and a fishing book.

Thanks to: Gatewood Students & Tim Young

Value: Priceless


Christmas Magic

Enchanting and mesmerizing – your family will get in the holiday spirit with four tickets to see the Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Nutcracker. The sets and costumes by Maurice Sendak create a magical world enjoyed by children and adults alike – year after year. Good for performance dates 11/27, 11/28 or 11/29.

Thanks to: Pacific Northwest Ballet

Value: $320


Guys’ Night Out

Baseball and brews with the boys. Start the evening at the Pyramid Ale house, with the first round on Mr. Skeffington’s tab. Then stumble over to the M’s game to cheer on the home team. Not to worry, Mr. Skeffington will provide the cab ride back to West Seattle at the end of the night. Date to be during the 2009 Mariners Season. Mariners tickets included.
Thanks to: Mason Skeffington
Value: Priceless


Feeding Frenzy #2

Ivar's
Papa Murphy's
Papa Murphy's
Angelina's Trattoria (dinner for 2)
Hotwire Online Coffee House
Palomino
Blue Willow Catering & Luncheonette
Mcmenamin's Pubs
Alki Spuds Fish & Chips
Alki Spuds Fish & Chips
Yummy Teriyaki & Sushi
Taqueria Guaymas
Garlic Jim's Famous Gourmet Pizza
Garlic Jim's Famous Gourmet Pizza
Prost
Mae's Phinny Ridge Café (breakfast for 2)
McCormick & Schmick’s (exp 12/31/09)


*Most certificates do not include gratuity, tax or alcohol and are not valid with any other offers.


Team Earth Peeps Garden Sculpture

Team Earth Peeps has created a really cool, colorful and whimsical ceramic garden art tower sculpture. It is tall, it is beautiful, it is covered with individual creative and brilliant student exuberant expression and it will look wonderful in your yard. It is durable and hardy. Your neighbors will ooh and aah.

Thanks to: Team Earth Peeps artists & teachers, Sarah Robertson-Palmer

Value: Priceless


Sun Mountain Lodge

Spring through fall, Sun Mountain Lodge offers a wide range of activities. Over 100 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding lace the countryside. Fly fishing, river rafting, canoeing,
tennis, golf and a children's program are also available. During powder season, glide onto the second largest cross-country ski trail system in the U.S. right outside your door or ice skate high above the Methow Valley. Certificate is for $500 lodging and $100 food. Expires: 12/30/09. (See certificate for black out dates.)

Thanks to: Sun Mountain Lodge

Value: $600


Tea with Ms. Rodenberg

Your child and four guests will join Ms. Donna Rodenberg for tea at the historic Panama Hotel in the International District. Your child and up to four guest will have an unforgettable afternoon. Mutually agreed upon date.

Thanks to: Donna Rodenberg

Value: Priceless


Golden Learners Woven Tapestry – “Sunset: Deluxe Edition”

Many hands have joined to weave their threads together to form a new whole cloth. This incredible tapestry weaving was lovingly constructed by the hands of our Golden Learners in their exploration of textiles. Their enthusiasm for this project bursts forth in the warp and weft of this gorgeous tapestry.

Thanks to: Golden Learners teachers and artists, Tracy Hansmire, Joanne Mihok, Kay Yano

Value: Priceless


Downtown Seattle Getaway #4 – Hotel Andra

Enjoy a night of European culture without leaving Seattle. You’ll stay the night at Hotel Ändra, Seattle’s sophisticated and progressive hotel designed with Scandinavian influences. Head to dinner down the street at Campagne, known for exquisite food, service and ambience. Taking its inspiration from the sun-drenched cuisine of Southern France, Campagne is “one of the best restaurants in America.”

Thanks to: Hotel Andra, Campagne

Value: $444


Team Green Lightning Pointillism

Step back to enjoy a new perspective of the Space Needle. The Seattle cityscape is a study in Pointillism in the style of Georges Seurat using recycled bottle caps arranged by the 4th & 5th graders on Team Green Lightning.

Thanks to: Team Green Lightning artists & teachers, Sheree Fantz-Gut, Beveridge Place Pub, those who consumed

Value: Priceless


Mariner’s Game and Goodies

Head to the field – Griffey’s back! You’ll receive a "Mariner's Basket" from Thriftway including 4 Seattle Mariner's baseball tickets, a parking pass and a basket filled with goodies for the game.

Thanks to: West Seattle Thriftway

Value: $300


Gatewood Overnight Adventure

Come with your sleeping bag and roller skates, Heelys or Scooter. All those things you’re never allowed to do during regular school hours (helmets please.) The kids will take over the school under the supervision of Principal Claytor and teachers Jeff Case and Anne Girvin. Flashlight tag, pizza, movie, sleepover in the gym, and breakfast the next morning are all included in this unforgettable kids’ adventure. To be held before the end of the school year.

Thanks to: Rhonda Claytor, Jeff Case, Anne Girvin

Value: Priceless