Today is the first day of the 2025–2026 school year for first through 12th grade students! Kindergarteners will join us on Friday.
Start times:
Cascade Middle School: 7:40 a.m.
Sedro-Woolley High School: 7:55 a.m.
State Street High School: 8 a.m.
All seven elementary schools: 9:25 a.m.
Late-start Wednesdays begin this week to give our staff time for professional learning and collaboration. On those days, schools start one hour later than usual (8:40, 8:55, 9:00, and 10:25 a.m.). There will be no late start on November 5, November 26, or June 10—mark your calendars now!
Blue/White Calendar: https://aptg.co/gB7nt_
25–26 Two-Page Calendar (English): https://5il.co/2lkkg
25-26 Two-Page Calendar (Spanish): https://aptg.co/xvx698
Ongoing updates: https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/events
As we begin a year of learning, growth, and change, we're leaning into what grounds us: Empowering the Dreams of Students through Deep Rooted Community Connections.
Let’s stay grounded, connected, and focused—together.
#EmpoweringDreams #RootedInSW #DeepRootsStrongSchools
All offices and buildings are closed today in observance of Labor Day, a national holiday that honors working people across the country. Enjoy a well-deserved rest before school starts tomorrow.
Sedro-Woolley High School freshmen, welcome to the Cub family! Students are encouraged to attend this informative two-hour session on August 28. Parents do not attend. Students should be dropped off by 8:30 a.m.
📍 1235 Third Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕘 Orientation: 9–11 a.m.
🕚 School/ASB Pictures/10th to 12th grade Back-to-Business Makeups: 11–3 p.m.
📍 1235 Third Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕘 Orientation: 9–11 a.m.
🕚 School/ASB Pictures/10th to 12th grade Back-to-Business Makeups: 11–3 p.m.
State Street High School will welcome new Eagles during a special student orientation on August 28.
📍 800 State Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕛 12–2 p.m.
New students, join us to kick off the year right.
📍 800 State Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕛 12–2 p.m.
New students, join us to kick off the year right.
Big Lake Beavers and their families are invited to attend an open house on August 28!
📍 16802 Lake View Blvd., Mount Vernon
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you!
📍 16802 Lake View Blvd., Mount Vernon
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you!
Grizzlies and their families are invited to the Mary Purcell Elementary School Open House on August 28.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6:15–7:15 p.m.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6:15–7:15 p.m.
Welcome to our newest Grizzlies at Mary Purcell Elementary School! We hope families and students will join us for our kindergarten orientation and barbecue on August 27.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6 p.m.
Welcome back, Eagles! Soar into campus on August 27 for Evergreen Elementary School's annual open house!
📍 1007 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
📍 1007 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
Central Elementary School Cougars, it’s almost go time and we’re kicking off the new year with an open house!
📍 601 Talcott Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 27: 6–7 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
📍 601 Talcott Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 27: 6–7 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
Kodiaks, come explore your school during the Cascade Middle School Open House on August 27!
📍 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕔 5–6 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
📍 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕔 5–6 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
Clear Lake is calling all Trumpeters for their annual open house on August 27.
📍 23631 Lake Street, Clear Lake
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
📍 23631 Lake Street, Clear Lake
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
Meet Bruins’ staff members, drop off school supplies and enjoy some ice cream during the Samish Elementary School Open House & Ice Cream Social!
📍 23953 Prairie Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 26: 6–7:30 p.m.
Come see the school and get ready for a sweet school year!
📍 23953 Prairie Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 26: 6–7:30 p.m.
Come see the school and get ready for a sweet school year!
Sedro-Woolley High School freshmen, welcome to the Cub family! Students are encouraged to attend this informative two-hour session on August 28. Parents do not attend. Students should be dropped off by 8:30 a.m.
📍 1235 Third Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕘 Orientation: 9–11 a.m.
🕚 School/ASB Pictures/10th to 12th grade Back-to-Business Makeups: 11–3 p.m.
📍 1235 Third Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕘 Orientation: 9–11 a.m.
🕚 School/ASB Pictures/10th to 12th grade Back-to-Business Makeups: 11–3 p.m.
Grizzlies and their families are invited to the Mary Purcell Elementary School Open House on August 28.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6:15–7:15 p.m.
📍 700 Bennett Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6:15–7:15 p.m.
Big Lake Beavers and their families are invited to attend an open house on August 28!
📍 16802 Lake View Blvd., Mount Vernon
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you!
📍 16802 Lake View Blvd., Mount Vernon
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you!
State Street High School will welcome new Eagles during a special student orientation on August 28.
📍 800 State Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕛 12–2 p.m.
New students, join us to kick off the year right.
📍 800 State Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕛 12–2 p.m.
New students, join us to kick off the year right.
📚✨ Reading & Resources Night is TONIGHT! ✨🎒
🗓 Thursday, August 21
🕠 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Cascade Middle School, 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
We know the back-to-school season can be a stressful time for families—and while our district isn’t able to provide school supplies for every student, we’re working hard with community partners to help fill the gap.
Join us for a fun, free evening filled with literacy-focused activities, essential resources, and community connection—all designed to support Sedro-Woolley families as we head into a new school year.
🎁 What to Expect:
✅ Free backpacks, school supplies, and Scholastic books
✅ Helpful info and giveaways from local organizations
✅ Community booths, kid-friendly activities, and more!
📸 Don’t miss the RISE photo booth! The theme is “Peace Out, Summer – Back to School” and it’s the perfect chance to snap a cute family photo with a fun backdrop and props!
Just a few of our incredible partners:
🚓 Sedro-Woolley Police Department – Meet officers & check out a squad car
🚒 Sedro-Woolley Fire Department – Fire trucks, EMTs & stickers!
🚛 Sedro-Woolley Solid Waste – Garbage truck viewing for little fans
🚌 Skagit Transit – Free ride info for students
🎒 Inspire Church – Free backpacks filled with supplies
🏫 SWSD Transportation & Food Services – Get the info you need!
📘 SWSD Title IA Family Literacy Engagement – Learn how families can support student reading at home!
📖 Sedro-Woolley Rotary Club – Free books for students
📚 Central Skagit Library – Info on library programs + free books
✨ RISE – Info on free youth events and the CAMP club!
💙 NAMI Skagit – Mental health resources
💙 Skagit County Parent 2 Parent – Support for families navigating disabilities
🌷 Days for Girls – Free, washable menstrual supplies
👶 WIC (Women, Infants & Children) – Nutrition and family resources, provided by United General District 304
🍎 Skagit County Public Health – Info on developmental supports
🤝 Triumph Teen Life Center – After-school programs & family support
💬 Community Action of Skagit County – Housing, food, and information on how to access WIC and Energy Assistance
🌿 Rooted – Youth grief support, provided by United General District 304
🍎 Boys & Girls Club of Sedro-Woolley – Before/after school care options
🍎 Children of the Valley – Childcare partnership info
💇 Northwest Barber Academy – Free haircuts
🥫 Helping Hands Food Bank & Resource Center – Info and support for families facing food insecurity
🗓 Thursday, August 21
🕠 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Cascade Middle School, 905 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
We know the back-to-school season can be a stressful time for families—and while our district isn’t able to provide school supplies for every student, we’re working hard with community partners to help fill the gap.
Join us for a fun, free evening filled with literacy-focused activities, essential resources, and community connection—all designed to support Sedro-Woolley families as we head into a new school year.
🎁 What to Expect:
✅ Free backpacks, school supplies, and Scholastic books
✅ Helpful info and giveaways from local organizations
✅ Community booths, kid-friendly activities, and more!
📸 Don’t miss the RISE photo booth! The theme is “Peace Out, Summer – Back to School” and it’s the perfect chance to snap a cute family photo with a fun backdrop and props!
Just a few of our incredible partners:
🚓 Sedro-Woolley Police Department – Meet officers & check out a squad car
🚒 Sedro-Woolley Fire Department – Fire trucks, EMTs & stickers!
🚛 Sedro-Woolley Solid Waste – Garbage truck viewing for little fans
🚌 Skagit Transit – Free ride info for students
🎒 Inspire Church – Free backpacks filled with supplies
🏫 SWSD Transportation & Food Services – Get the info you need!
📘 SWSD Title IA Family Literacy Engagement – Learn how families can support student reading at home!
📖 Sedro-Woolley Rotary Club – Free books for students
📚 Central Skagit Library – Info on library programs + free books
✨ RISE – Info on free youth events and the CAMP club!
💙 NAMI Skagit – Mental health resources
💙 Skagit County Parent 2 Parent – Support for families navigating disabilities
🌷 Days for Girls – Free, washable menstrual supplies
👶 WIC (Women, Infants & Children) – Nutrition and family resources, provided by United General District 304
🍎 Skagit County Public Health – Info on developmental supports
🤝 Triumph Teen Life Center – After-school programs & family support
💬 Community Action of Skagit County – Housing, food, and information on how to access WIC and Energy Assistance
🌿 Rooted – Youth grief support, provided by United General District 304
🍎 Boys & Girls Club of Sedro-Woolley – Before/after school care options
🍎 Children of the Valley – Childcare partnership info
💇 Northwest Barber Academy – Free haircuts
🥫 Helping Hands Food Bank & Resource Center – Info and support for families facing food insecurity
Welcome back, Eagles! Soar into campus on August 27 for Evergreen Elementary School's annual open house!
📍 1007 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
📍 1007 McGarigle Road, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
⚠️ Roadwork alert: Avoid the Township & McGarigle intersection. Use Fruitdale Road to enter from the east.
Central Elementary School Cougars, it’s almost go time and we’re kicking off the new year with an open house!
📍 601 Talcott Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 27: 6–7 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
📍 601 Talcott Street, Sedro-Woolley
🕕 August 27: 6–7 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
Clear Lake is calling all Trumpeters for their annual open house on August 27.
📍 23631 Lake Street, Clear Lake
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
📍 23631 Lake Street, Clear Lake
🕔 5–6 p.m.
We’re excited to welcome you back to school!
