It's important to understand that chronic poor attendance in kindergarten and first grade is one of the best predictors of which students will eventually drop out of school. Missing just two days a month adds up to chronic absence. On the other hand, students who come to school regularly have far better options and opportunities open to them. Regular school attendance is linked to building trusting relationships, a healthier lifestyle, less risky teen behaviors, better time management, improved mental health, better social capital, and greater economic opportunities.
So let's encourage our young students to attend school regularly and make the most out of their educational opportunities! 🚀👨🎓👩🎓📚
🎓🏫👨👩👧👦📚 Sedro-Woolley School District values our students and families! ❤️ Your child's presence matters to us. 🔍👀 Our learning community is complete only when your child is here. 🌟 We prioritize our students' well-being and success, so we encourage them to come to school every day. Let's work together to help our students thrive! 💪 #SchoolCommunity #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters
The following announcement is for our Spanish-speaking families!
📣🎉🌟📅👨👩👧👦👥🎈¡Familias de estudiantes Latinos! ¡El Distrito de Sedro-Woolley les invita a un evento especial! “Más Fuertes Juntos: Voces para Eliminar Barreras".
El evento se llevará a cabo el 27 de septiembre de 2023 de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m. en la Escuela Secundaria Cascade, 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley.
Los líderes del Distrito estarán discutiendo cómo mejorar nuestro sistema escolar para nuestros estudiantes latinos a través de una lente de equidad y les gustaría escuchar de nuestras familias de habla hispana en el evento.
¡Habrá pan dulce y champurrado! También se proporcionará cuidado de niños. Este evento es organizado por el Departamento de Migrantes y Multilingüe.
Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a mvivanco@swsd101.org o llamar al 360.855.3772. ¡Los esperamos ahí! 🎉🌟👥🎈📅
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.
Happy International IT Professionals Day! Today we celebrate the hard work and dedication of the IT professionals in the Sedro-Woolley School District. These tech-savvy professionals have been keeping our information and technology department up and running, ensuring that our students and staff have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed. From troubleshooting software issues to maintaining our network infrastructure, their expertise and tireless efforts are truly invaluable. Thank you for all that you do to support our district's technology needs! #ITprofessionalsday #SedroWoolleySchoolDistrict #technologyheroes
Happy Constitution Day! Today, on September 17th, we celebrate the signing of the United States Constitution. This important document outlines the framework for our government and the fundamental rights that every citizen is entitled to. It has served as a beacon of democracy and freedom for more than 200 years.
Join us in honoring this historic day and taking a moment to reflect on the significance of the Constitution in our daily lives. Let us strive to uphold the principles and values that it represents for generations to come.
#ConstitutionDay #Freedom #Democracy #SWSDStrongerTogether
🎉 Join us in celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. 🎉
We are proud to recognize the rich heritage of Hispanic Americans in our community and the many contributions they have made to American culture. During the 2022-2023 school year, 1,097 of the 4,602 students enrolled in our school district identified as Hispanic/Latino. It is essential to acknowledge the vital role that Hispanic Americans have played in shaping our nation's history, art, music, language, and traditions.
We encourage everyone to take time this month to learn more about the history, culture, and achievements of Hispanic Americans.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! 🇲🇽🇵🇷🇨🇺🇩🇴🇪🇨🇸🇻🇭🇳🇨🇱🇦🇷🇨🇴
Don't forget that State Street High School will be hosting an Open House this afternoon, Sept. 13, from 3-4:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for families to meet staff members, as well as take a tour of the school. We welcome families to come and learn more about the wonderful learning environment at SSHS.
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.
Substitutes are needed for a variety of positions in the Sedro-Woolley School District. Please visit https://www2.nwrdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wsedros71/rapplmnu03.w to apply today!
Today is Patriot Day, a day to honor the victims who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
#SWSDStrongerTogether
Today is National Grandparent's Day! We appreciate all the grandparents in our community, especially those who volunteer in a variety of ways!
#SWSDStrongerTogether
📢 Attention Sedro-Woolley community! Let's work together to reduce chronic absenteeism in our schools. 🏫 The district's mission is to help EVERY student graduate with the knowledge and skills for future success. 🎓 School attendance is an equalizer across all incomes, races, and abilities. ✨ Help us close the opportunity gap by making regular attendance a keystone habit. 🙌 Remember, attendance impacts ALL student outcomes. 📚 Let's give our students the best chance at success! #SedroWoolleySchoolDistrict #AttendanceMatters #EveryStudentCounts #SuccessForAll 🎉
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.
We are so excited to welcome students back to school for the 2023-2024 school year!
All offices in the district will be closed in recognition of Labor Day. The first day of school for 1st to 12th graders is tomorrow, September 5.
All offices in the district will be closed in recognition of Labor Day. The first day of school for 1st to 12th graders is tomorrow, September 4.
September is Attendance Awareness Month. 📚👩🎓👨🎓 Attendance is crucial to academic success, not only for the absent student but for the entire classroom, team, or after-school club. 🚫👻 🔍👥 🚸📉 Students who miss just two days a month for any reason are more likely to struggle with reading and less likely to graduate. Let's work together to prioritize attendance and help all students succeed! 💪🏼🎓
Looking for a cost-effective way to prepare your child for the school year? Look no further than Library Card Sign-up Month!
The Sedro-Woolley School District joins forces with Central Skagit Library each year to provide every child with their very own library card. Not only is it a great way to encourage a love of reading, but it also provides access to a wealth of educational resources. Plus, it's one of the most budget-friendly back-to-school supplies you can get!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to give your child the gift of learning. Sign up for a library card today!
📣 Our transportation department is launching a new messaging app called Traversa Ride 360 that will make it easier for parents/guardians of bus riders to access their child's bus schedule/routing information, including bus stops, routes, and bus numbers. Traversa Ride 360 can be accessed via https://WASedroWoolleySD10.myridek12.tylerapp.com/ or by mobile app (download “Traversa Ride 360” from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store) and is free to download and use.
The transportation department will be offering in-person support tonight at the Reading & Resources on the Field event (6–7:30 p.m. at Cascade Middle School).
Students who have not been added to an existing route will need to be added by the transportation department PRIOR to parents/guardians downloading the app.
Parents/guardians will need to use their student ID# and current grade level to add their student to the app.
Families can also contact the transportation department for ongoing support during regular business hours: 360-855-3504 or jzimmerman@swsd101.org.
User guides and more information is also available on Sedro-Woolley’s new website at https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/traversa-ride-360.
