📢👨👩👧👦 Attention Sedro-Woolley School District families! 👨👩👧👦📢 If you have a child who will be attending kindergarten NEXT year (September 2024), your child may qualify for our transitional kindergarten program, Foundations K. 💻📚🖍️ This program runs the second semester of the current school year. For more information, please visit https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/foundations-k.
The Foundations K Program is housed at Mary Purcell, Central and Big Lake elementary schools; it is an all-day kindergarten class running through June 2024. Students will then transition to their neighborhood school to begin kindergarten in the fall of 2024. Transportation and meals (breakfast and lunch) are provided. 🚌🎒
📌 Please note that your child cannot be enrolled in a preschool or similar program and be admitted into this early kindergarten program. 🚫👶🏼🧸
🎉 Don't miss out on Sedro-Woolley High School's Homecoming Week events happening on October 7–14, 2023!
🏫 Join the Cubs in their exciting activities, including the "Deck the Den" Homecoming Competition, Powder Puff, Buff Puff, Homecoming Potato Feed, Lip Sync & Royalty Coronation, Pep on the Steps, Hoco Assembly, Homecoming Game, and Homecoming Dance. 💃🕺
Prices are $10 for adults and $7 for K-6 & 65+ for the Potato Feed, $1 for Lip Sync & Royalty Coronation without dinner.
Tickets for the Homecoming Dance are $15 with ASB card or $25 at the door without ASB card . 🎟️🎉
Get your tickets to the big game (https://swhscubsden.com/event-tickets) now and skip the long lines at the gate!
🎉 Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! 🎉
Today we celebrate and honor the hardworking custodians who keep our schools clean and safe. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that our learning environments are comfortable and conducive to education.
Let's take a moment to show our gratitude to these unsung heroes by saying thank you, giving a high-five, or simply smiling and acknowledging their efforts.
To all the custodians out there, we appreciate you and your dedication to our schools. Thank you for all that you do! 💙🧹🧼🚿🧻
#SWSDStrongerTogether #SchoolCustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians
🧠 October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.
Learning disabilities can be caused by genetic and neurobiological factors that affect cognitive processes related to learning, such as reading, writing, math, organization, time planning, abstract reasoning, memory, and attention.
Learning disabilities can impact an individual's life beyond academics, affecting relationships and work. While learning disabilities are often diagnosed during the school years, some individuals may not receive an evaluation until post-secondary education or adulthood.
It's important to note that learning disabilities should not be confused with other disabilities or disadvantages.
People with learning disabilities are often of average or above-average intelligence, but may struggle to demonstrate expected skills. Although learning disabilities are lifelong challenges, appropriate support and intervention can help individuals achieve success in various areas of life.
#LDawarenessMonth #SWSDStrongerTogether
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Attending school provides students with countless opportunities to learn and grow academically, socially, and emotionally. It also enables them to build strong relationships with fellow students and teachers, which can be incredibly valuable in the long run. Moreover, being present in class ensures that students have access to the resources and support they need to succeed. Remember, every day counts! Let's prioritize education and show that being together makes us stronger! #SWSDStrongerTogether!
Happy National Good Neighbor Day! Today is the perfect opportunity for students, staff and families to reflect on the importance of community and the positive impact that our neighbors have on our lives.
The Sedro-Woolley community truly understands that being a good neighbor isn't just about being friendly — it's about being there for one another in times of need.
Attention Big Lake Elementary School community! Today, September 28, is the day parents have all been waiting for - Fall Picture Day! Make sure to dress to impress and bring your biggest smile because the school photographers will be on campus to capture your wonderful faces!
Attention all State Street High School students! Today, September 28, is the big day! It's Picture Day! We know you're excited!
Please mark your calendars: Sedro-Woolley School District will host its annual parent review of the HIV/AIDS curriculum at 7 p.m. October 5, 2023 in the SWHS library.
📚👩🎓👨🎓🏫💼 Did you know that patterns of absenteeism often start in elementary school? Research shows that 11% of elementary students miss 18 or more days, with one in ten kindergarten and first grade students missing a month of school each year due to absences. This can have a significant impact on a child's education. 83% of students who are chronically absent in kindergarten and first grade cannot read on-level by third grade, and these students are 4x more likely to drop out.
Reminder, tomorrow is Picture Day at Big Lake Elementary School
If you aren't satisfied with the photo or your child misses the original picture day, retakes are scheduled for November 16.
Reminder, tomorrow is Picture Day at State Street High 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.
👨👧👦🍕 Hey Fathers and Father-figures! Mark your calendars to join Evergreen Elementary School for "Dads and Kids Pizza Night" on October 3 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the school's cafeteria. 🏫👨👦👨👧
Learn more about Dads of Great Students WATCH D.O.G.S. program, which provides positive male role models for students and demonstrates that education is important. 👨🏫👍👨👦
WATCH D.O.G.S. is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement organizations designed and developed by educators, experts, and parent & guardian volunteers over more than two decades. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! 🎉🙌
Hey there Central Elementary School community! Just a friendly reminder that today, September 26th, is Fall Picture Day! Make sure to wear your best outfit and bring your brightest smile! The school photographers will be on campus all day to capture your wonderful faces!
Attention Mary Purcell Elementary School! Don't forget that TODAY, September 26, is Fall Picture Day! It's time to put on your best smile and show off your unique style.
Have a great school day and enjoy this wonderful opportunity to create lasting memories!
Reminder, tomorrow is Picture Day at Central Elementary School
If you aren't satisfied with the photo or your child misses the original picture day, retakes are scheduled for November 7.
Reminder, tomorrow is Picture Day at Mary Purcell Elementary School
If you aren't satisfied with the photo or your child misses the original picture day, retakes are scheduled for November 14.
Happy first day of autumn! It's time to say goodbye to the heat of summer and welcome the cool breezes of fall.
This season brings with it a vibrant display of colors as the leaves change, the smell of pumpkin spice in the air, and the excitement of upcoming school holidays (yes, some of us are already dreaming of winter break!).
Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of our changing season, whether you're sipping on a hot cider or taking a walk through your neighborhood, make sure to celebrate this first day of autumn in your own special way!
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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! 🚀👨🎓👩🎓📚
