Sedro-Woolley School District

🎶 Reminder: Cascade Middle School’s Choir Concert will be held tonight, March 19, at 7 p.m. in the CMS Cafeteria. See you there! 🎵 #CMSChoir #MusicPerformance

🎉 Calling parents of future Cubs! If your little one turns 5 by Aug. 31, 2024, they're eligible to join us as kindergarteners next school year. 📚✏️ Mark your calendars! Open houses for Evergreen, Central, and Mary Purcell Elementary Schools will be held on April 9 from 5–7 p.m. For Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, and Samish Elementary Schools, save the date for April 11 from 5–7 p.m. While Foundations K and Good Beginnings students are automatically enrolled, we encourage families to attend open houses. This way, you can sign up for kindergarten screening meetings, WA Kids sessions, and complete necessary paperwork tailored to your neighborhood school. Don't forget to bring copies of your child’s birth certificate and immunization records to complete the registration process. We can't wait to take this journey with you! See you soon! 🌟 #FutureCubs #KindergartenJourney #OpenHouse2024 🏫👦👧

This spring, the Ride 360 app that the Sedro-Woolley School District uses to provide our families with student transportation information will be retired. Its replacement app, My Ride K-12, can be downloaded NOW in the Apple and Android app stores. You will need to download the new app to access updated transportation information for your student(s). Usernames and passwords from Ride 360 will carry over into My Ride K-12. Additionally, you can use your existing log-in information to access a web version of My Ride K-12 at myridek12.tylerapp.com. My Ride K-12 will continue to provide secure access to student bus schedule/routing information, which can include the bus stop, route, and bus number. This is accessible on mobile devices, and is confidential and secure. Parents/guardians will need to use their student ID# and current grade level to add their student to the app. Grade levels Kindergarten = K1 First = 01 Second = 02 Third = 03 Fourth = 04 Fifth = 05 Sixth = 06 Seventh = 07 Eighth = 08 Ninth = 09 Tenth = 10 Eleventh = 11 Twelfth= 12 Preschool families - call or email transportation. If you see an issue with your child’s transportation information, parent transportation assistance is currently available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling 360-855-3504 or emailing jzimmerman@swsd101.org.

HAYDEN PERRY has been named February Student of the Month for the Rotary Club of Sedro-Woolley. Hayden is the son of Cindy and Mike Perry of Sedro-Woolley. Hayden maintains a 3.98 GPA while being actively involved in Sedro-Woolley High School. He has participated in football all 4 years (lettering once), and was Team Captain for Senior year. Hayden has participated in basketball (3 years) and was the recipient of the Defensive Award. He has earned an Honor Roll spot all 4 years, and earned a Student of the Month Award in Engineering and Wood Working this school year. Hayden was also the recipient of the December 2023 Soroptimist International CTE Student of the Month Award. Outside of school, Hayden enjoys spending time with his friends and family, hunting, and fishing. He is currently working at Low Auto Sales as a lot boy, and has been gaining valuable knowledge in this field for 2 years. Previously, Hayden has done many landscaping and home improvement jobs. After graduation, Hayden will be attending Northwest Lineman College in Idaho to become a certified lineman. Congratulations Hayden!

KYLIE EVANS has been named February Student of the Month for the Rotary Club of Sedro-Woolley. Kylie is the daughter of Pharaby Ryan and Stevan Evans of Sedro-Woolley. Kylie maintains a 3.98 GPA while being actively involved in Sedro-Woolley High School. Kylie is a member of our amazing Band, lettering all 4 years, and is currently the drum major. She has participated in 4 full years of soccer, lettering all 4 years, as well as lettering 2 years in golf. Kylie is a member of our Jazz Band, and Vice President and Composting Manager of Earth Club. Outside of school, Kylie enjoys spending time with her friends and family, exploring the Pacific Northwest with hiking adventures, and playing the saxophone, flute and piccolo. She also volunteers with the Skagit Trailblazers group and our Skagit Valley Humane Society. Kylie is currently working for Industrial Resources Incorporated, as a welding apprentice. After graduation, Kylie will be attending Bellingham Technical College for either the electrical program, or the welding program. Later, she plans to obtain a teaching degree. Congratulations Kylie!

🎺 Don't miss the Sedro-Woolley High School Band Concert tonight, March 18, at 7 p.m. It's sure to be a musical delight! 🎶 #SWHSBand #MusicPerformance

Get to know our incredible team in the “Meet our Staff” Monday series! We hope you enjoy getting to know the faces behind the scenes! #MeetOurStaffMonday #BehindTheScenes #EmployeeAppreciation #GetToKnowUs #SWSDStrongerTogether For over three decades, Deb Suthers has been an integral part of Sedro-Woolley’s educational landscape. Deb's journey within the Sedro-Woolley School District began in 1992 when she joined as a class-size paraeducator at Lyman Elementary School. Over the years, she transitioned through various roles, including library assistant and campus safety at Samish Elementary, before settling into her current position as Samish’s administrative secretary in 2003. Through each role, Deb gained invaluable insights into the district's operations, enriching her contributions along the way. Raised in Lyman and Sedro-Woolley, Deb's roots run deep within the community she serves. A graduate of Sedro-Woolley High School, her decision to pursue a career within the school district was a natural extension of her commitment to her hometown. Despite initially envisioning a career in secretarial work, Deb found fulfillment and purpose in the field of education. Her fondest memories revolve around her time in first-grade classrooms at Samish Elementary, where she witnessed the joy of children learning to read – a testament to the transformative power of education. Outside of her professional endeavors, Deb enjoys camping, reading, crafting greeting cards and scrapbooking, and indulging in board and card games. Her diverse interests reflect her well-rounded personality and her appreciation for life beyond Samish’s hallways. Looking towards the future, Deb's aspirations are simple yet profound – to retire gracefully (“... before I get too old.”), cherishing the memories of her fulfilling career while embracing new adventures that lie ahead. Deb's advice to students? Never give up, always try your best and work hard at whatever you do.

☠️ March 17–23 is National Poison Prevention Week! Let's raise awareness about poisoning dangers and how to keep our homes and communities safe. #PoisonPreventionWeek #SafetyFirst

🍀 May your day be touched with a bit of Irish luck and a lot of happiness! 💚 #StPatricksDay #LuckOfTheIrish

➕ Dive into the world of math at Mary Purcell Elementary School's Math Night tonight, March 14, from 6–7 p.m. It's going to be a fun-filled evening of learning! 📐 #MathNight #MaryPurcellElementary

🎶 Join us for Central Elementary School's Spring Concert tonight, March 14, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the CMS Cafeteria! Featuring 4th–6th grades & choir students. #CentralElementary #SpringConcert

Don't forget, all schools will start one hour late tomorrow so staff can participate in professional development! CMS: 8:40 a.m. SWHS: 8:55 a.m. SSHS: 9:00 a.m. Elementary: 10:25 a.m.

Central, Evergreen, Mary Purcell and State Street families are invited to learn about the Title I program tonight from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Central Elementary School in Room 201. Title I provides funding for additional help for Title I schools. At this meeting, we will talk about our Title I program and answer any questions you have. Staff will explain: • The Title I program and the regular curriculum. • How students are identified for the program. • The assessments used and what they mean. • The proficiency levels that Title I will help your child meet. • At-home activities to help your child succeed. • How you can be involved in the Title I program. We understand that your time is important. We will provide pizza for this meeting to help make it possible for you to attend. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting tonight!

Ballots are due by 8 p.m. for the presidential primary election. Remember to vote! If you'd like to save yourself a stamp, there is a Ballot Box located near the ​Sedro-Woolley Post Office, 111 Woodworth Street, Sedro-Woolley (in the alley between Eastern Ave and Metcalf).

A community forum to meet the top candidates for the Cascade Middle School assistant principal position will be held at 3 p.m. Monday, March 18 in the Cascade Middle School library. This event is open to all staff, students, and families of Cascade Middle School. During the forum, you will hear a brief presentation by the candidates, followed by a time for the audience to ask questions. Human Resources will facilitate the Q&A. Attendees will have an opportunity to provide written feedback after the presentations and Q&A. More information about this process will be provided at the start of the community forum. Thank you for your ongoing support and engagement in our school community. We look forward to seeing you on March 18.

Get to know our incredible team in the “Meet our Staff” Monday series! We hope you enjoy getting to know the faces behind the scenes! #MeetOurStaffMonday #BehindTheScenes #EmployeeAppreciation #GetToKnowUs #SWSDStrongerTogether Jennifer Coomes, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, brings warmth and dedication to her role supporting students and staff at Central and Big Lake elementary schools. With a passion for helping others and a diverse background that blends rural and urban experiences, Coomes has found her calling in education. A product of Southwestern Washington and Northern Oregon, Coomes' journey into education wasn't always a straight path. "When I was 12, I probably wanted to be a Veterinarian due to my love of animals." However, life took her on a different trajectory. She pursued her undergraduate and graduate studies at Eastern Washington University, where she met her husband and earned her Educational Specialist degree in June 2015. Coomes' educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Applied Developmental Psychology (2012) alongside her specialist degree. Despite her initial inclination toward physical therapy, Coomes found her purpose in the field of education, driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others following her own experience with intensive physical therapy. Reflecting on her journey, Coomes shares, "Fast forward 17 years and here I am. Still helping others, just not in the way I had originally planned." In her role as a school psychologist, Coomes finds fulfillment in the moments she shares with students and families. "The first time I led a meeting where the educational team and parents decided that their student no longer required special education services..." She describes the emotional meeting where tears of happiness flowed freely, a testament to the hard work and growth the student had achieved with support. Beyond her professional endeavors, Coomes finds joy in spending time with her two children, ages 4 and 2. Her hobbies range from family activities to gardening and sports, a reflection of her diverse interests and passions. "I love puzzles, reading, baseball, softball, football and basketball." Among her favorite literary works, Coomes holds a special place for the Harry Potter series, which she grew up with. She also draws inspiration from a poignant quote: "Be who you are, not who the world wants you to be." Coomes embodies the spirit of compassion and dedication that defines the educators of Sedro-Woolley. Through her journey and commitment to nurturing minds and hearts, she exemplifies the transformative power of education and the profound impact it has on individuals and communities alike.

🎉 Celebrating our amazing Educational Support Professionals from March 11–15! Thank you for all you do to support student success! 🍎 #SedroWoolleyStaff #ESPWeek2024

📚 REMINDER — High School Registration: Sedro-Woolley High School counselors will be at Cascade Middle School this week (March 11, 12 and 14) to register current 8th grade students. Transition Night at Sedro-Woolley High School will be held on March 13 for families to explore high school programs and activities, with a dinner option available. #HighSchoolRegistration #SedroWoolleyFamilies

It's that time of the year again! Don't forget to spring forward and set your clocks ahead by one hour as Daylight Saving Time kicks in on Sunday, March 10! 🌞🌸 Let's welcome the longer days and brighter evenings! 🌼🕰️ #DaylightSavingsTime #SpringForward #SedroWoolleySchools

➕ Mark your calendars to dive into the world of math at Mary Purcell Elementary School's Math Night on March 14, from 6–7 p.m. It's going to be a fun-filled evening of learning! 📐 #MathNight #MaryPurcellElementary