❄️ Happy First Day of Winter! The season officially begins today. Wishing you all a warm and cozy start to winter! 🌨️
🎄✨ The holidays are officially here! From holiday concerts to exciting games and festive fun, our schools were full of joy this season. Don’t miss the highlights in this week's district newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/hcg6za
#SWSDProud #HolidaySeason #CommunityJoy
🎄 Winter Break is here! We'll see students back on Monday, January 6, 2025.
🔔 Today’s the day! The Clear Lake Jingle Bell Parade starts at 2:45 p.m. Come out and enjoy the holiday spirit as our students march with bells and joy! 🎅
🐾 Today’s the day! The Lyman Wildcat Assembly starts at 9:35 a.m. Let’s show our Wildcat pride and celebrate together! 🎉
❄️ Tonight's the night! The Clear Lake Winter Program starts at 6 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Gymnasium. Come and enjoy a wonderful evening of student performances! 🎄
Early this morning, a tree fell in front of the steps at Central Elementary School, causing damage to one of the light poles and the handrail on one side. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Our maintenance team worked to clean up the area and assess the full extent of the damage.
#CentralElementary #SafetyUpdate #CommunitySupport
🎄✨ Sweet Creations at Good Beginnings Preschool! ✨🎄
This morning, our preschool students, along with their parents, transformed into master builders as they crafted gingerbread houses brimming with candy and holiday cheer! 🍭🍬
Marshmallows were the snack of choice, with students sneaking a taste here and there (and maybe a few Smarties too 😉). Dads showcased their engineering skills, moms kept everyone on track, and our amazing teachers lent a helping hand through the sugary chaos. 💪❤️
Of course, no gingerbread house is complete until it’s been deconstructed (and devoured!) by eager little hands. 😄
#GoodBeginningsPreschool #HolidayTraditions #GingerbreadFun #SweetMemories #SedroWoolley
🎄✨ Elf-ing Around at Cascade Middle School! ✨🎄
Principal Stephanie Bachmeier is spreading holiday cheer with her Elf on the Shelf antics! 🎅✨ This morning, she surprised students by perching on the shelf at the Cashier's window to greet them as they arrived. 📚 Between periods, she hid in the library book return bin, keeping the fun going!
She’s all about making the last few days before Winter Break magical for everyone. 🌟 Thank you, Principal Bachmeier, for reminding us all how much joy a little creativity can bring!
#HolidayFun #ElfOnTheShelf #KodiaksInTheHolidaySpirit #CascadeMiddleSchool
📐🎨 Math Meets Art at Cascade Middle School!
Seventh graders in Maddie Jones and Erin Rose’s math classes are putting their math skills to the test with a fun and creative scale drawing project! 🖌️📰
Using cartoons and comics from donated Skagit Valley Herald newspapers, students determined the largest whole-number scale factor to enlarge their chosen image to fit an 8.5x11” piece of paper. The challenge? Balancing both the length and height ratios of the original comic (no bigger than their hand) and their scaled-up masterpiece. 🖤✂️
Some students discovered their inner Picasso 🎨, while others took a more abstract approach—but all practiced real-world applications of ratios and proportions in a unique way!
Great work, Cascade Kodiaks! 🐻📏 Let’s keep soaring with math and creativity.
#CascadeKodiaks #MathInAction #ScaleDrawingFun
❄️ Tonight, December 18, the Lyman Winter Program kicks off at 6 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Cafeteria. Join us for an evening of holiday cheer and student performances! 🎄
🎻 Tonight, December 18, the 6th–12th Combined Orchestra will perform at 7 p.m. in the SWHS Auditorium. Don’t miss this special concert featuring our talented student musicians! 🎵
One Hour Late Start Reminder: All schools have a one-hour late start tomorrow for professional development. #LateStart #ProfessionalDevelopment #HyphenatedTownBigHeart
📣 Join the Winter Cheer Clinic! 📣
The Sedro-Woolley High School Cheerleader Booster Club is hosting a Winter Cheer Clinic for kids!
🗓 When: February 7, 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Sedro-Woolley High School Cafeteria
💰 Cost: $35 per child
👟 What to bring: Comfy clothes to move in, tennis shoes, and a water bottle.
🔗 Register Now:
Scan the QR code on the form or click here 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevcyYU8-CLYdBf8HCmE1iLJzWU-Bj-9GVjI85qz2d0ymEN_A/viewform
⏰ Drop-off begins at 5:45 p.m. | Pick-up is promptly at 7:30 p.m.
🎉 Performance:
Kids will showcase their new skills on February 8 at 12:30 p.m. – more details provided at the clinic.
📧 Questions? Email: swcubscheerbooster@gmail.com
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Please note: The district does not sponsor this event and the district assumes no responsibility for it. In consideration of the privilege to distribute materials, the Sedro-Woolley School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials, including costs, attorney’s fees and judgments or awards.
🎶 Tonight, December 17, the Cascade Middle School and Sedro-Woolley High School Choirs join forces for a special concert at 7 p.m. in the Sedro-Woolley High School Auditorium. Come and enjoy the music! 🎵
🚌 Interested in becoming a bus driver? The Sedro-Woolley School District Transportation Department is offering a paid bus driver training class starting January 6, 2025! 🚍
Before the class begins, make sure to complete your Online Job Application and all related forms.
For more details, contact the transportation department at 360-855-3504.
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/o/swsd/page/job-postings
Join us in ensuring safe and reliable transportation for our students!
❄️ Tonight's the night! The Evergreen 2nd Grade Winter Concert starts at 5:30 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Cafeteria. Join us for an evening of festive music! 🎄
🔔 The Clear Lake Jingle Bell Parade is coming up on December 20 at 2:45 p.m. Join us for some festive fun as our students parade around and spread holiday cheer! 🎄
🐾 Lyman Wildcats, get ready for the Wildcat Assembly on Friday, December 20 at 9:35 a.m. Let’s come together to celebrate our school spirit and achievements! 🎉
🎉 The Latest District Newsletter is Here! 🎉
Packed with holiday cheer and heartwarming stories, here’s a sneak peek of what’s happening in our schools:
🎅 Mary Purcell’s Letters to Santa Mailbox – A magical partnership with USPS has students sending holiday wishes straight to the North Pole.
👩🎓 Superintendent of the Day – Big congrats to an amazing Samish sixth grader!
🎶 CMS Band Concert – Mr. Stevens' triangle debut stole the show!
🦌 Lyman’s Reindeer Rendezvous – Families met Candy and Tinsel (live reindeer!) and Santa Claus.
🎄 Buddy Bingo at Country Meadow Village – SWHS FBLA students shared laughs, bingo, and holiday fun with residents.
🎼 SWHS Winter Band Concert – From grocery bag symphonies to a tale of Krampus and St. Nick!
☕ CMS Holiday Crafts – Students made holiday gifts while sipping hot cocoa in the library.
🏆 Mary Purcell’s Award for Closing Gaps – Recognized for their progress with English learners.
🥫 Big Lake’s Food Drive – A fun, competitive effort with Big Lake Fire Department and Clear Lake Food Bank.
✨ Building Bridges with Kindness – Celebrating School Psychologist Lacy Lahr’s compassionate impact.
🍽️ CMS Leadership Food Drive – Students united in a friendly competition to support the community.
🎓 Rotary Students of the Month – Congrats to Alexia and Colby!
📸 Click below to explore full stories and photos:
🔗 Read the Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/uzyd9
#SWSD #HolidaySpirit #BuildingBridgesWithKindness #CommunityPride #StudentSuccess
