🍂 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.
Lyman Elementary School picture day is Thursday, October 9.
Samish Elementary School picture day is Wednesday, October 8.
One-Hour Late Start Reminder: All schools have a one-hour late start tomorrow for professional development.
#LateStartWednesday #ProfessionalDevelopment
Reminder: Mary Purcell Elementary School picture day is Tuesday, October 7.
Good Beginnings Preschool Open House is Tuesday, October 7 from 5:30–6:30 p.m. Families are invited to meet teachers and tour the campus.
Please click on the link below to read this week's District Newsletter!
https://secure.smore.com/n/naybx
School Board Member Michelle Moser spent Thursday morning visiting classrooms at Sedro-Woolley High School and State Street High School. She asked questions, observed lessons, and got a firsthand look at student learning—many students were curious about what a school board member actually does!
We appreciate all of our school board members for their time and dedication to our students and schools.
We appreciate all of our school board members for their time and dedication to our students and schools.
