All schools will be closed today (Jan. 18, 2024) due to icy road conditions in some areas of the district. All field trips, activities, including athletic and other events, are canceled for the day. All outside user group events are also canceled when school is closed due to inclement weather.
The Sedro-Woolley School District will be operating on a two-hour late start on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Overnight temperatures are not expected to be above freezing until after 9 a.m. which will create hazardous driving conditions for many outlying areas in our district.
Two-Hour Late Start Times:
Elementary schools — 11:25 a.m.
CMS — 9:40 a.m.
SWHS — 9:55 a.m.
SSHS — 10 a.m.
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UPDATE: This is an important message from the Sedro-Woolley School District. School is closed. Staffing shortages and road conditions make it unsafe to operate school.
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.
¡Familias de estudiantes Latinos! ¡El Distrito de Sedro-Woolley les invita a un evento especial! " Noche de Información sobre Becas! "
El evento se llevará a cabo el 24 de Enero de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m en la Preparatoria de Sedro-Woolley, 1235 Third St. , Sedro-Woolley.
Esta noche será una noche de información sobre cómo preparar a sus estudiantes de la secundaria y preparatoria 7-12 para el colegio.
¡Habrá bocadillo y refrescos! Este evento es organizado por el Departamento Multilingüe y de Migrantes.
Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a mvivanco@swsd101.org o llamar al 360.855.3772. ¡Los esperamos ahí!
We are gearing up for Friday’s cold temperatures (9° to 20°F) and would like to encourage families to be proactive as well.
If the forecasted temperatures are correct, we will have indoor recesses at the elementary schools; middle school students will remain in the cafeteria during lunches.
Please dress students in extra layers of outerwear, including jackets, hats, gloves, and extra socks, to keep them warm and comfortable during transitions between buildings or while they’re waiting for the bus.
With a lot of young drivers at State Street and Sedro-Woolley High Schools, we also want to remind families to remind their teens to prioritize safety while driving to and from school, especially in potentially icy conditions.
The district’s transportation team will also be checking road conditions before the first buses leave the bus garage at 6 a.m. If conditions warrant a two-hour late start, families will be notified via FlashAlert, Facebook, the District Website as well as School Messenger messages via email, text and voice.
Attention SWHS students: second semester class schedules will be available for to pick-up, in the auditorium entry, starting Friday, Jan. 19, before school and during lunch.
Schedule change forms will be available at that time. A parent or guardian signature is required; acceptable reasons for requesting a change are limited. Forms are due no later than 3 p.m. Feb. 2. Late requests will not be accepted. Many classes are already full, so please give more than one option for possible changes.
Sedro-Woolley School District will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 15, 2024. School will resume on Tuesday, January 16.
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.
No school today at State Street High School (January 9, 2024) because of downed trees and no power. All other schools are starting on time.
Introducing "Meet our Staff" Monday! Get to know our incredible team as we kick off the first segment of this new series! Join us in celebrating the diverse talents, passions and stories that make our team extraordinary. We hope you enjoy getting to know the faces behind the scenes!
#MeetOurStaffMonday #BehindTheScenes #EmployeeAppreciation #GetToKnowUs #SWSDStrongerTogether
Meet our Staff: Joni McSpadden
In the bustling halls of Sedro-Woolley High School, there's a familiar face that has become synonymous with dedication, passion and resilience.
Joni McSpadden, an English teacher with an illustrious 18-year tenure at SWHS, is an inspiration for both students and colleagues alike.
Joni is deeply intertwined within the fabric of Sedro-Woolley. Growing up in our tight-knit community, she found her calling early on.
"I thought I would teach elementary school, but I knew from the time I was very little that I would be a teacher," she said.
She earned a BA in Education from WWU before landing back home in Woolley.
"I couldn't imagine teaching anywhere else,” she said. “This was the only district I wanted to be in."
Joni's heart has always been in education, proven by earning National Board certification in 2014.
Joni's dedication to her students reached new heights when she faced a personal battle with cancer last year. Taking a leave of absence for treatment, the warmth of her return to the school was a testament to the impact she has had on her students and colleagues.
"When I returned from my leave last year for cancer treatment...the welcome back was very special," Joni reflected.
In 2022, Joni's commitment to education was recognized when she was nominated for the state teacher of the year, reaching the finals for ESD 189. The accolades underscored not only her individual achievements but also the standard of excellence she upholds in her role as an English teacher.
Beyond the school walls, Joni finds solace and joy in the equestrian world.
"Outside of school, I show horses with my daughter. Right now, we primarily show in ranch riding at quarter horse shows," she said.
Joni’s passion for horses goes hand in hand with her commitment to lifelong learning. Taking riding lessons one or twice a week, Joni is currently navigating the equestrian world with a 20-year-old horse.
“The two of us are still learning together,” Joni said.
As Joni looks toward the future, her professional goals include renewing her National Board certificate, something temporarily put on hold during her cancer treatment.
For students who look to her for guidance, Joni offers a simple yet powerful piece of advice: "Try."
That’s a mantra that perfectly summarizes her teaching philosophy.
What does Joni hope her students take away from their time in the Sedro-Woolley School District?
“That people love and care about them, and that the world is better because they are in it.”
🚌 REMINDER: School resumes today for Sedro-Woolley School District students. 🏫 Let's embrace the opportunities, challenges and adventures that the New Year brings. We're excited to see the smiles of our students filling the halls once again!
Here's to 2024 being filled with curiosity, growth and success! 🍎📝 #BackToSchool #SWSDStrongerTogether #LearningJourney
🌟 Sedro-Woolley School District Winter Break Update! 🌟
Hey SWSD community! 🎉 As we gear up for the holiday season, here's a quick update on our Winter Break schedule:
📅 December 23, 2023 - January 7, 2024
🚫 Buildings closed to the public (some staff still working)
🌐 Visit our website for staff contact information
🔓 Offices reopen on January 8, 2024
Enjoy the well-deserved break from school! Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season! 🎄❄️ #SWSDWinterBreak #HappyHolidays
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.
Wow! Sedro-Woolley High School hosted its first "Read-In" during Cub Time today. There were 38 classes that had students reading, which translated into 1,150 cookies devoured and 950 bookmarks delivered. The event, the brainchild of Kerri Carlton, was a huge success!
🌟 December 18–22 is Winter Wishes Week at Sedro-Woolley High School!🌲✨
🎁 Every year, SWHS Leadership students work tirelessly to support families facing challenges during the holiday season. The students believe in the power of community and want to make sure everyone feels the warmth and joy of the holidays.
🤝 Leadership students reach out to local businesses and families to make Winter Wishes come true. The donations make a significant difference for those in need.
❤️ Winter Wishes is not just about gifts; it's about connecting families with essential resources like food and utilities. We all know the tough times life can throw our way, and this week gives students a chance to come together to lend a helping hand.
#WinterWishes #CommunityLove #SWHSLeadership #HolidayCheer
TY PETERSON has been named the November Soroptimist CTE Student of the month. Ty is a Senior at Sedro-Woolley High School.
He enjoys hanging out with his family and friends, snowboarding and weight lifting. Ty has volunteered with a variety of youth sports groups, including our Sedro-Woolley Youth Football League as Assistant Coach.
CTE classes here at SWHS have helped shape his future goals by showing him that engineering is a broad career path that has many different opportunities and categories amongst itself, including STEM programs.
After high school, Ty plans on attending a 4 year university, somewhere warmer than Washington, and will obtain a degree in the science/chemistry field. Congratulations Ty!
ZOEY BACUS has been named the November Soroptimist CTE Student of the month. Zoey is a Senior at Sedro-Woolley High School.
She enjoys spending time with family and friends, baking, swimming and playing soccer; Zoey has played on the high school team all 4 years.
CTE classes here at SWHS have helped shape her future goals by helping her have a better understanding of what careers are available in the working world, and helped her dive deeper into what her interests are.
After high school, Zoey will be attending college to obtain an Associate's Degree in Nursing with the end goal of becoming a registered nurse. Congratulations Zoey!
BRANDON BOYD has been named November Student of the Month for the Rotary Club of Sedro-Woolley. Brandon is the son of James and Shann Boyd of Sedro-Woolley.
Brandon maintains a 3.93 GPA while being actively involved in Sedro-Woolley High School. He is on the Varsity football team (4 years) and Varsity baseball team (4 years), as well as being a member of National Honor Society. Brandon has taken many honors classes and AP courses like Geometry in Construction, AP Human Geography, Honors English 9 & 10, Advanced Algebra Drones, Math 153 Pre-Calculus, Chemistry, AP English Language Composition, Spanish 3 and Engineering Design. He has won many Department Awards and is the winner of the Champions of Diversity Award.
Outside of school, Brandon enjoys hanging out with his family and friends, and playing sports. He has held a previous summer position at Janicki Industries, volunteering at Evergreen Elementary, and volunteering at Camp Phoenix Burn Children Recovery Foundation. Brandon is a Cherokee Nation Citizen and is a member of the Cherokee Community of Puget Sound.
After graduation, Brandon plans on attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida, or the University of Washington to obtain a Masters Degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering. Congratulations Brandon!
GEORGIA COLLINS has been named November Student of the Month for the Rotary Club of Sedro-Woolley. Georgia is the daughter of Shane and Amy Collins of Sedro-Woolley.
Georgia maintains a 4.0 GPA while being actively involved in Sedro-Woolley High School. She is a member of National Honor Society, Vice President of WTSA Club, Captain of our Varsity Basketball team (3 years total), plays on our Varsity Cross Country team (2 years), and Captain of our Varsity Track & Field team (3 years total).
Outside of school, Georgia enjoys hanging out with her friends and family, antique shopping, decorating, reading and writing. She is a member of the Big Lake Church Nazarene Band as well as volunteers at Vacation Bible School. Georgia had the pleasure of attending the Nazarene Youth Conference in Tampa Bay, Florida which included the production of over 30,000 core kits for the homeless.
After graduation, Georgia will be attending Northwest Nazarene University in Idaho to pursue an engineering degree. She hopes to also participate in the NNU Track & Field program. Congratulations Georgia!
