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.
🌟 Exciting Opportunity for Early Learners! Additional location just added for this spring: Lyman Elementary School. 🌟
Is your child turning 5 between Sept 1, 2023 - Aug 31, 2024? 🎉 If so, they may be eligible for our Foundations K Program! 📚✨
🔍 Eligibility Criteria:
1️⃣ Academics
2️⃣ Emotional/Social Development
3️⃣ Fine and Gross Motor Skills
4️⃣ Language Development
📅 Application Deadline: November 30, 2023
🚀 Program Start: January 30, 2024
🏫 Locations: Big Lake, Central, Lyman, Mary Purcell Elementary Schools
👉 The Foundations K Program runs all day until June 2024, preparing students for kindergarten in the fall of 2024.
🚨 Important: Children cannot be enrolled in a preschool or similar program while in the Foundations K Program.
To apply or learn more, contact Early Learning Liaison Sarah Dahl at 📞 360-855-4032 or ✉️ sdahl@swsd101.org.
Give your child a strong start on their educational journey! 📖👧👦 #FoundationsK #EarlyLearning #EducationOpportunity
The Mount Vernon School District is excited to be hosting Austina De Bonte, former President of the Northwest Gifted Child Association and nationally recognized expert on the cognitive, social and emotional development of Highly Capable children. Her presentation is titled: Smart Is Not Easy: What Research Says About Highly Capable Learners.
The presentation will take place on Monday, Nov. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Vernon High School Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. The discussion is geared toward parents, teachers and administrators. While students are welcome to attend, the content will be dense and it may be difficult for some children to maintain attention. Spanish translation will be provided at the event. Please complete this Google Form if you plan to attend.
RSVP Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcOCd-Y7g5OvPKMo90MefZXVOjarxybJsKyZ_aaXnvPh8GAg/viewform?usp=sf_link
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:
Chad Norman: cnorman@mvsd320.org
Andy Bishop: abishop@mvsd320.org
Laura Schonberg: lshonberg@mvsd320.org
🦃 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! 🦃
Just a friendly reminder that our schools and offices will be closed on November 23rd and 24th to celebrate Thanksgiving with our loved ones. 🍁🍂
Wishing you all a joyful and restful break surrounded by family and friends. Let's take this time to reflect on all the things we're thankful for! 🙏💛
See you back on Monday, November 27th!
#ThanksgivingBreak #Gratitude #QualityTime #FamilyTime #SWSDStrongerTogether
🍂 Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - Early Release - NO LATE START! 🍂
Just a quick reminder about tomorrow's schedule:
🕒 Cascade Middle School: 11:15 AM release
🕒 State Street High School: 11:20 AM release
🕒 Sedro-Woolley High School: 11:30 AM release
🕒 All elementary schools: 12:30 PM release
And a heads up for Good Beginnings Preschool parents: No class on early release days.
Wishing you all a fantastic Thanksgiving Break! 🦃 Enjoy the well-deserved time off! 💫 #ThanksgivingBreak #TimeToRelax
Here's an important update regarding the aftermath of this weekend's windstorm:
🌳 Nelson Street Status:
Location: South of Central Elementary School, West of Mary Purcell Elementary School.
Travel: One lane is now open for traffic.
Caution: Employees, parents, and volunteers who usually park along Nelson behind the portables should avoid the area today due to ongoing cleanup.
🚦 Traffic Instructions:
Buses: One lane is open for bus travel. Please use caution and follow the designated route.
Families: We kindly request that families try their best to avoid Nelson Street until the cleanup is complete. This will assist in a smoother and safer process.
👷♂️ Ongoing Cleanup:
Cleanup efforts are in progress to clear debris and ensure the safety of the area.
Your cooperation in steering clear of the affected zone is greatly appreciated.
📅 Timelines:
We are working diligently to complete the cleanup as quickly as possible.
Further updates will be provided as the situation progresses.
Your safety and cooperation are of utmost importance to us. Thank you for your understanding and assistance in navigating through this challenging time.
🌬️ Alert: Power Outage Update! 🌳
The impact of the overnight windstorm has affected power at Mary Purcell and Central elementary schools.
🏫 School Updates:
Mary Purcell Elementary: Power has been successfully restored after PSE repaired the transformer this morning.
Central Elementary: The power transformer was destroyed, but PSE aims to have it repaired by tomorrow. The school should be up and running before Monday. Please stay tuned for updates.
🔧 Infrastructure Damage:
A fallen tree on Nelson Street, east of Central portables, damaged the power pole and part of the fence. PSE is working on repairs with similar ETAs to the Central transformer.
⚠️ Communication Impact:
Due to downed lines, internet and phone services are currently unavailable. We appreciate your patience as we work to restore these services.
📅 Upcoming Repairs:
School maintenance workers will address fence repairs on Monday.
🕰️ Estimated Restoration Times:
While PSE does not have exact timing estimates, they are working diligently, and we anticipate power restoration within the next 24 hours.
🏫🌟 #CommunityStrong #PowerOutageUpdate
📣 Attention Mary Purcell Elementary parents! 📣
Reminder: The monthly Parent Group meeting is tonight (November 9th) at 6:30 p.m. The group will be gathering at 700 Bennett St., Sedro-Woolley, WA. 🏫
Discover how you can play a bigger role in your child's school experience! 📚👩🏫 See you there! 👋 #ParentInvolvement #CommunityEducation
🇺🇸 Reminder: Join us TODAY for a heartwarming Veterans Day celebration! 🇺🇸
This morning, November 9, 2023, the wonderful students of Central and Mary Purcell Elementary Schools (along with our high school marching band) will be marching proudly from their schools down Talcott Street, all the way to downtown Sedro-Woolley. 🥁 Let's come together as a community to honor our brave veterans!
🕥 Departure Time: 10:40 a.m.
🎉 Let's line the streets, cheer on our young scholars, and show our gratitude for the sacrifices made by our veterans. This annual parade is a special tradition that unites us all in appreciation and respect. 🎊
See you there! 🇺🇸 #VeteransDayParade #CommunityUnity #HonoringOurHeroes
🇺🇸 Reminder: In honor of Veterans Day, all Sedro-Woolley School District offices will be closed on Friday, November 10th. 🗓️ Let us take this moment to express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our nation. 🎖️ Your sacrifice and dedication inspire us all. 🙏 #VeteransDay #ThankYouForYourService 🇺🇸
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.
🧥❄️ Sedro-Woolley High School FCCLA Club Coat Distribution is ON! ❄️🧥
🗓️ When: Weeknights until November 21
🏫 Where: SWHS Gym Eaves
Our dedicated FCCLA members, along with their amazing advisor Rogene Gwinn, will be tirelessly moving these cozy coats in and out of the gym foyer every day after school.
📅 Special Date: Wednesday's Parent-Teacher Conferences
👨👩👦👦 ALL families are welcome to peruse and choose coats that fit their family's needs!
Let's keep our community warm this winter. Spread the word, and make sure to stop by and grab the perfect coat for you and your loved ones. 💙❄️
#SWHSFCCLA #CoatDrive #CommunityLove #WarmthForAll #SWSDStrongerTogether
Ballots for the general election are due by 8 p.m. TODAY, November 7. Sedro-Woolley's ballot box is located at the Sedro-Woolley Post Office (in the alley between Eastern Ave and Metcalf), 111 Woodworth Street.
Other ballot box locations can be found on the Skagit County auditor's website: https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/AuditorElections/dropboxes.htm
Reminder: There will be no late start on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 because of early release for parent conferences.
There will be no Good Beginnings Preschool.
On Wednesday, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 10:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 10:20; Sedro-Woolley High School at 10:30 and all elementary schools at 12:30.
On Thursday, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20; Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 and all elementary schools at 12:30.
🌟 Celebrating National School Psychologists Week! 🌟
From November 6–10, 2023, we're shining a spotlight on our incredible School Psychologists who work tirelessly to support our students' mental health and well-being. 👥💪
Their dedication goes beyond textbooks, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment for every child to thrive. 📚🌈
Let's take a moment to thank them for their unwavering commitment and the positive impact they make every day! 🙌🎉 #NSPW2023 #SchoolPsychologistsRock #StudentWellBeing #ThankYouEducators
🌟 Protect yourself and your community! 🌟
In partnership with the Seattle Visiting Nurse Association, Sedro-Woolley School District is hosting a flu shot clinic at Cascade Middle School on Friday, November 17 from 3–7 p.m. Don't miss out on this convenient opportunity to get vaccinated. Remember to have your insurance card handy when registering.
Register now by scanning the QR code or clicking on this link: https://schedule.seattlevna.com/home/256d02c7-e478-ee11-8179-00224808da54
Let's stay healthy together! 💪 #FluShotClinic #CommunityHealth #SedroWoolleySchools
🇺🇸 Mark your calendars now to join us for a heartwarming Veterans Day celebration! 🇺🇸
On November 9, 2023, the wonderful students of Central and Mary Purcell Elementary Schools will be marching proudly from their schools down Talcott Street, all the way to downtown Sedro-Woolley. 🥁 Let's come together as a community to honor our brave veterans!
🕥 Departure Time: 10:40 a.m.
🎉 Let's line the streets, cheer on our young scholars, and show our gratitude for the sacrifices made by our veterans. This annual parade is a special tradition that unites us all in appreciation and respect. 🎊
See you there! 🇺🇸 #VeteransDayParade #CommunityUnity #HonoringOurHeroes
Reminder: please mark your calendars for conferences, Veterans Day observation, as well as Thanksgiving's early release and two-day break. Please note, there is no Good Beginnings Preschool on early release days.
On Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7, all elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. for parent-teacher conferences.
On Wednesday, November 8, there is NO LATE START because of the early release day for all K-12 students. Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 10:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 10:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 10:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
On Thursday, November 9, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
On Friday, November 10, there is no school as we observe Veterans Day. All offices will also be closed.
On Wednesday, November 22, there is NO LATE START because all schools will be dismissed early. Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
There will be no school on Thursday, November 23 or Friday, November 24. All offices will also be closed. Please enjoy the time off!
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.
🌟 Nominations Open for Community Recognition Program! 🌟
Know someone who's made a significant impact on the Sedro-Woolley School District and community? Now's your chance to shine a light on their dedication and achievements! 🎓🎨🏀
Nominees can be individuals who've shown outstanding service, support, or accomplishments in areas like community service, academics, performing arts, or athletics.
👉 Submit your nominations here: https://forms.gle/zWRtgUxyySAiNLUM7
Let's celebrate those who go above and beyond! 🌟 #CommunityRecognition #SedroWoolleyStrong #MakingADifference
