What happens when Dorothy doesn’t return to Kansas, but instead lands in Wonderland? Join Cascade Middle School’s drama students as Dorothy, the Tin Man, Lion, and Scarecrow team up with Alice and other beloved characters to outwit the Queen of Hearts and set Wonderland right.
Performances will be held on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, at 7 p.m. on the stage in the old cafeteria on Township Street (parking available in the bus lanes or Admin Annex lot). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person.
Performances will be held on Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25, at 7 p.m. on the stage in the old cafeteria on Township Street (parking available in the bus lanes or Admin Annex lot). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person.
Clear Lake Elementary School picture day is Tuesday, October 21.
Big Lake Elementary School picture day is Tuesday, October 21.
October 20–24 is National School Bus Safety Week. Thank you to our community for helping us keep students safe on their way to and from school.
📣 We’re sharing this week’s newsletter early so you don’t miss Cubs Homecoming tonight!
🎉 Parade: 5:45 p.m. along 4th Street — come cheer on our students, clubs, and royalty!
🏈 Game: Sedro-Woolley Cubs vs. Mount Vernon Bulldogs, 7 p.m. at SWHS — both teams are undefeated in conference play!
Let’s pack the stands and show our Cub pride! 💙🐾
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Stay gold, Cubs! ✨
Cascade Middle School wrapped up its 7th grade Outsiders unit today with a classic tradition — “Greaser vs. Socs Day!”
Students and staff dressed the part, celebrating the beloved S.E. Hinton novel before watching the film in class. From leather jackets and slicked-back hair to cardigans and pearls, today was all about bringing the story to life and ending the unit in true Outsiders style. 💫
📖 “Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold.”
#RootedInSW #CubsRead #TheOutsidersDay
🌀 Drop, Cover, and Hold On! 🌀
Students and staff across Sedro-Woolley School District joined millions worldwide today for the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill—practicing how to stay safe in the event of an earthquake.
At State Street High School, students took cover under desks and tables as part of this annual statewide safety exercise.
Drills like this help us stay prepared and ready to respond in an emergency. 💪
#GreatShakeOut #RootedInSW #SafetyFirst
Students and staff across Sedro-Woolley School District joined millions worldwide today for the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill—practicing how to stay safe in the event of an earthquake.
At State Street High School, students took cover under desks and tables as part of this annual statewide safety exercise.
Drills like this help us stay prepared and ready to respond in an emergency. 💪
#GreatShakeOut #RootedInSW #SafetyFirst
🏃♂️ CMS Cross Country Shines! 🏅
Big congratulations to our Cascade Middle School 7th Grade Boys Cross Country team — winners of the Nike Hole in the Wall Invitational, the largest middle school cross country meet in Washington! 🎉
This talented group of Kodiaks showed incredible teamwork, dedication, and spirit, competing among some of the strongest schools in the state. Way to represent CMS and Sedro-Woolley with pride! 💙🐾
📸: Thank you to Brandi Knapp for sharing this great photo of the team at the starting line!
#RootedInSW #KodiakPride #Teamwork
Big congratulations to our Cascade Middle School 7th Grade Boys Cross Country team — winners of the Nike Hole in the Wall Invitational, the largest middle school cross country meet in Washington! 🎉
This talented group of Kodiaks showed incredible teamwork, dedication, and spirit, competing among some of the strongest schools in the state. Way to represent CMS and Sedro-Woolley with pride! 💙🐾
📸: Thank you to Brandi Knapp for sharing this great photo of the team at the starting line!
#RootedInSW #KodiakPride #Teamwork
🍂 Hands-On Learning in the Garden!
Farm to School instructor Miles Lane brought science to life at Lyman Elementary today!
First graders learned all about the function of leaves—how they help plants breathe, eat, and grow—before heading outside to choose a leaf from the school garden and create colorful leaf rubbings.
Later, fifth graders dug into a lesson on composting, collecting materials from the garden to see how nature recycles nutrients back into the soil.
Through the Sedro-Woolley School District’s Farm to School program, students are exploring where food comes from and how every part of a plant plays a role in keeping our environment healthy. 🌿💙
#RootedInSW #FarmToSchool #HandsOnLearning #SedroWoolleySchools
Farm to School instructor Miles Lane brought science to life at Lyman Elementary today!
First graders learned all about the function of leaves—how they help plants breathe, eat, and grow—before heading outside to choose a leaf from the school garden and create colorful leaf rubbings.
Later, fifth graders dug into a lesson on composting, collecting materials from the garden to see how nature recycles nutrients back into the soil.
Through the Sedro-Woolley School District’s Farm to School program, students are exploring where food comes from and how every part of a plant plays a role in keeping our environment healthy. 🌿💙
#RootedInSW #FarmToSchool #HandsOnLearning #SedroWoolleySchools
Lyman Elementary School Family Math & Reading Night is Thursday, October 16 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. Lyman families are encouraged to attend.
Jason Miller, editor and publisher of the Concrete Herald, recently made the first of two $300 donations to Sedro-Woolley High School’s Wood Production program to support the construction of countertop newspaper boxes. The second $300 donation will come later this school year.
The donations are in exchange for a total of 10 newspaper racks built by Dan Caldwell’s students—five were completed during the 2024–25 school year, and the remaining five will be built this year.
A longtime supporter of Career and Technical Education and a member of the journalism advisory board, Miller said, “I love these kind of collaborative projects, where everyone wins and everyone’s happy.”
The project gives students hands-on experience while meeting a real community need, creating a true win-win partnership.
The donations are in exchange for a total of 10 newspaper racks built by Dan Caldwell’s students—five were completed during the 2024–25 school year, and the remaining five will be built this year.
A longtime supporter of Career and Technical Education and a member of the journalism advisory board, Miller said, “I love these kind of collaborative projects, where everyone wins and everyone’s happy.”
The project gives students hands-on experience while meeting a real community need, creating a true win-win partnership.
🌱 Learning from the Ground Up!
Clear Lake Elementary students dug into hands-on science this week with Farm to School educator Adele Eslinger!
In Anna Wright’s fifth-grade class, students learned how compost transforms garden waste into nutrient-rich soil, then headed outside for fall garden cleanup. Meanwhile, Katie Martinson’s first graders explored the magic of seeds—discovering how they sprout, grow roots, and even travel by wind, animals, and “sticky burrs.”
Through the Sedro-Woolley School District’s Farm to School program, students are learning where food comes from, how it grows, and how caring for the earth connects to healthy eating and lifelong learning. 🌾💙
#RootedInSW #FarmToSchool #HandsOnLearning #SedroWoolleySchools
Clear Lake Elementary students dug into hands-on science this week with Farm to School educator Adele Eslinger!
In Anna Wright’s fifth-grade class, students learned how compost transforms garden waste into nutrient-rich soil, then headed outside for fall garden cleanup. Meanwhile, Katie Martinson’s first graders explored the magic of seeds—discovering how they sprout, grow roots, and even travel by wind, animals, and “sticky burrs.”
Through the Sedro-Woolley School District’s Farm to School program, students are learning where food comes from, how it grows, and how caring for the earth connects to healthy eating and lifelong learning. 🌾💙
#RootedInSW #FarmToSchool #HandsOnLearning #SedroWoolleySchools
One-Hour Late Start Reminder: All schools have a one-hour late start tomorrow for professional development.
#LateStartWednesday #ProfessionalDevelopment
Congratulations to Marley Cronk, September’s Soroptimist Student of the Month! Marley is the daughter of Mandy and Michael Cronk and a senior at Sedro-Woolley High School. After graduation, she plans to attend Central Washington University to study primate behavior and Ecology, with a double major in Biology. She plans to pursue a Master’s degree as well.
Marley says CTE classes have helped shape her future career plans “by providing diverse courses. After taking almost half of the provided classes, I have found a passion in art and photography. I hope to intertwine this passion with my future career!”
Marley enjoys volunteering with Skagit Trail Builders and hanging out with friends. Her favorite interests include art, music, concerts, video games, thrifting, and primates. One of her favorite quotes comes from Dr. Jane Goodall, a key role model in her life: “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”
Congratulations Marley - we cannot wait to witness your impact on the world around you!
Marley says CTE classes have helped shape her future career plans “by providing diverse courses. After taking almost half of the provided classes, I have found a passion in art and photography. I hope to intertwine this passion with my future career!”
Marley enjoys volunteering with Skagit Trail Builders and hanging out with friends. Her favorite interests include art, music, concerts, video games, thrifting, and primates. One of her favorite quotes comes from Dr. Jane Goodall, a key role model in her life: “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”
Congratulations Marley - we cannot wait to witness your impact on the world around you!
Isaac Oporto has been named Rotary Student of the month for September. He is the son of Terra Oporto and David Oporto.
Isaac has maintained a GPA of 3.5 and stays very active at Sedro-Woolley High School. If there is something happening on campus, you will more than likely find Isaac there — taking pictures, providing support, or leading the charge! Isaac has natural leadership skills and has used them to serve the student body faithfully throughout his high school years. He has been a member of student government at SWHS since his freshman year, and is serving as ASB president this year. He is also active in Yearbook, Varsity in Volunteerism, CAMP, and RISE.
Outside of school, Isaac enjoys volunteering, photography, graphic design, hiking, and travel. Hawaii and Italy are at the top of his list of destinations! Here in Sedro-Woolley, he has worked at the local Pioneer Marketplace as well.
After graduation, Isaac would like to attend WSU and major in either Project Management, Marketing, Graphic Design or Digital Media.
When asked who inspires him, Isaac says he really looks up to his parents, who he describes as hardworking, supportive, and funny. Isaac, it’s easy to see that you have those very same traits!
Thank you for all of the excellence and heart you have poured into our school and the Cub community. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished. Congratulations!
Isaac has maintained a GPA of 3.5 and stays very active at Sedro-Woolley High School. If there is something happening on campus, you will more than likely find Isaac there — taking pictures, providing support, or leading the charge! Isaac has natural leadership skills and has used them to serve the student body faithfully throughout his high school years. He has been a member of student government at SWHS since his freshman year, and is serving as ASB president this year. He is also active in Yearbook, Varsity in Volunteerism, CAMP, and RISE.
Outside of school, Isaac enjoys volunteering, photography, graphic design, hiking, and travel. Hawaii and Italy are at the top of his list of destinations! Here in Sedro-Woolley, he has worked at the local Pioneer Marketplace as well.
After graduation, Isaac would like to attend WSU and major in either Project Management, Marketing, Graphic Design or Digital Media.
When asked who inspires him, Isaac says he really looks up to his parents, who he describes as hardworking, supportive, and funny. Isaac, it’s easy to see that you have those very same traits!
Thank you for all of the excellence and heart you have poured into our school and the Cub community. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished. Congratulations!
Congratulations to Nathan Gahan, September’s Soroptimist Student of the Month! Nathan is a senior at Sedro-Woolley High School. He is the son of Tracy Gahan and has two older siblings. After graduation, Nathan plans to attend lineman apprenticeship school - something that his involvement in CTE courses has helped prepare him for. He says “the overall experience in all the CTE classes I’ve taken has made me more comfortable with what I’ll be doing in the future.“
Nathan is a Varsity athlete who plays football for the Cubs, wrestles, and runs track - making him a Triple Threat athlete at SWHS. His interests include outdoor activities such as hiking and watersports. He also attends a youth group with his fellow football teammates every Wednesday.
Nate, congratulations on all your achievements and this well-deserved recognition!
Nathan is a Varsity athlete who plays football for the Cubs, wrestles, and runs track - making him a Triple Threat athlete at SWHS. His interests include outdoor activities such as hiking and watersports. He also attends a youth group with his fellow football teammates every Wednesday.
Nate, congratulations on all your achievements and this well-deserved recognition!
Larkin Allen has been named Rotary Student of the month for September. She is the daughter of Donee and Wesley Allen.
Larkin has maintained a GPA of 3.89 while being highly involved at Sedro-Woolley High School throughout her high school years. She is a member of the National Honor Society, HOSA, is part of NHS Leadership, and was an assistant in sports medicine for three years. She was also on Cub Crew and a junior marcher.
Outside of school, Larkin enjoys watching football, being with family and friends, spending time with her dogs, volunteering, and traveling. If she took off on a trip today, she says that Maui, Hawaii would be her first destination! She has also gained valuable work experience in the medical field, getting her Certified Nursing Assistant license and volunteering at a local care center. She currently works as a Starbucks barista part-time.
After graduation, Larkin plans to attend college to pursue a medical career, ultimately becoming a Physician Assistant in family medicine.
Her favorite quote comes from Taylor Swift:
“No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind.”
Larkin, Sedro-Woolley High School is a better place for the time that you have invested here. We are so excited for what’s next for you. Congratulations!
Larkin has maintained a GPA of 3.89 while being highly involved at Sedro-Woolley High School throughout her high school years. She is a member of the National Honor Society, HOSA, is part of NHS Leadership, and was an assistant in sports medicine for three years. She was also on Cub Crew and a junior marcher.
Outside of school, Larkin enjoys watching football, being with family and friends, spending time with her dogs, volunteering, and traveling. If she took off on a trip today, she says that Maui, Hawaii would be her first destination! She has also gained valuable work experience in the medical field, getting her Certified Nursing Assistant license and volunteering at a local care center. She currently works as a Starbucks barista part-time.
After graduation, Larkin plans to attend college to pursue a medical career, ultimately becoming a Physician Assistant in family medicine.
Her favorite quote comes from Taylor Swift:
“No matter what happens in life, be good to people. Being good to people is a wonderful legacy to leave behind.”
Larkin, Sedro-Woolley High School is a better place for the time that you have invested here. We are so excited for what’s next for you. Congratulations!
Full circle moment last week at Big Lake Fire Department — volunteer firefighter and alum Troy Peterson welcomed his son Carter’s Transition to Kindergarten class for a visit. Troy once walked these same halls as a Big Lake and Sedro-Woolley student!
🎉 It’s Homecoming Week in Cub Country! 🎉
Sedro-Woolley High School is bursting with Cub pride as students, staff, and families gear up for a full week of Homecoming fun — and our whole community is invited to join the celebration! 💙🐾
🎭 Monday–Thursday
Students show their spirit with themed dress-up days — from Tacky Tourist to Country vs. Country Club — and Wednesday’s big events include the Community Chili Feed (5:30–7 p.m.), Lip Sync Competition, and Homecoming Queen Coronation!
🎉 Friday, Oct. 17 — Cub Spirit Day!
• Homecoming Parade | 5:45 p.m. (line up along 4th Street)
• Varsity Football vs. Mount Vernon | 7 p.m., SWHS Stadium
Let’s pack the stands in blue and white and cheer our Cubs to victory! 🏈
💃 Saturday, Oct. 18
Homecoming Dance | 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Let’s make it a week to remember — see you at the parade, the game, and all across Cub Country!
#GoCubs #RootedInSW #SWHomecoming
We’re celebrating National School Lunch Week October 13–17. Thank you to our Food Services staff for keeping our students fueled for learning.
