Don’t miss the 6th/7th/8th Band Concert on May 20 at 7 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Cafeteria. Come support our young musicians. Families and community members are welcome!
Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms in the Sedro-Woolley School District community! Thank you for the time you spend volunteering in classrooms, cheering from the sidelines, and supporting learning at home. We appreciate you every day!
Click on the link below to see the Sedro-Woolley School District newsletter for May 9, 2025.
https://secure.smore.com/n/ps3ez
Mark your calendars to join us May 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Cafeteria for “Celebrating Our Culture.” Enjoy traditional dance performances, authentic cuisine and a celebration of our local Latino culture.
***Please see corrected time. Events start at 6 p.m.
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools (Central, Evergreen, Mary Purcell)
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools (Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, Samish)
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
Today is National School Nurse Day! Thank you to our incredible school nurses who support student health and well-being every single day.
This week is National Teacher Appreciation Week! Join us in recognizing the incredible teachers across the Sedro-Woolley School District who inspire, challenge and support our students every day. Thank you, teachers!
Click the link below for the May 2, 2025 Sedro-Woolley School District Newsletter:
https://secure.smore.com/n/etxa4r
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
***Please see corrected time. Events start at 6 p.m.
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools (Central, Evergreen, Mary Purcell)
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools (Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, Samish)
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
Mark your calendars to join us May 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Cascade Middle School Cafeteria for “Celebrating Our Culture.” Enjoy traditional dance performances, authentic cuisine and a celebration of our local Latino culture.
🥜 Peanut Butter Race Alert! 🥜
Big Lake Elementary School has teamed up with the Mount Vernon Post Office to Stamp Out Hunger! The school's goal? 400 containers of peanut butter to support local families in need.
🗓️ Donations accepted through Monday – let’s make a difference, one jar at a time! 💛
#StampOutHunger #BigLakeBeavers #CommunityCaring
This week, we're celebrating National Physical Education and Sport Week! In a town that loves its sports, we're proud of our PE teachers and coaches who help students stay active, build teamwork skills and have fun. Let's keep moving, Sedro-Woolley!
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools (Central, Evergreen, Mary Purcell)
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools (Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, Samish)
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
The Sedro-Woolley School District is proud to recognize Elizabeth (Beth) Vaith as Big Lake Elementary School’s Outstanding Employee of the Year!
A 6th-grade teacher, Beth goes above and beyond her daily responsibilities to support students, families, and colleagues. Each year, she personally meets every student's family at the start of the year, establishing trust and building a strong foundation for a positive school community. One of her unique traditions invites each student to bring a special guest—whether a parent, relative, or family friend—to the classroom to share about their experiences, helping foster pride, belonging, and meaningful connections.
Beth's commitment to students extends well beyond the school day. She leads a variety of student clubs, including art, Lego, tutoring, and homework help, offering students enriching opportunities to learn, explore, and grow. She also regularly attends students' extracurricular activities, participates in parent group and auction meetings, and even hosts family connection dinners, strengthening ties between school and home.
Known for setting high expectations paired with support, Beth mentors young teachers, leads district-level committees, and serves as a district mentor, bringing passion, knowledge, and inspiration to her colleagues. In her classroom, she holds one-on-one student conferences, helping each student reflect on their academic progress, set goals, and realize their full potential. Through her guidance, Beth fosters independent thinkers who are well-prepared for the next steps in their academic journey.
Beth’s exceptional leadership, dedication, and heart for her students make her an invaluable part of the Big Lake Elementary community.
Congratulations, Beth, on this well-deserved honor!
📢 This Week's District Newsletter is Here! 📢 Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings in the Sedro-Woolley School District!
✨ Read this week's newsletter here: https://secure.smore.com/n/nugxs5
Thank you for staying connected with us! 💙 #SWSD #CommunityUpdates #SchoolNews
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6:30 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
Cascade Middle School invites all current sixth-grade students and their families to attend one of our upcoming 6th Grade Information Nights. These evenings are designed to help families prepare for a smooth transition to middle school.
🗓 Dates:
May 7 – Suggested for families from in-town schools (Central, Evergreen, Mary Purcell)
May 13 – Suggested for families from outlying schools (Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, Samish)
(Due to limited parking and seating, we encourage families to attend on the date designated for their school. However, families may attend the alternate date if needed.)
📍 Location: CMS Cafeteria
🕡 Time: Presentation begins promptly at 6 p.m.
🎒 What to expect:
• Select electives for 7th grade
• Learn about sports and extracurricular activities
• Hear tips for transitioning to middle school
• Take a self-guided tour with your family
🚗 Parking is available in front of the school and in the bus lanes. We look forward to welcoming you to CMS!
Kindergarten Registration for Big Lake, Clear Lake, Lyman, and Samish is on April 24 from 5–7 p.m.
If your child turns 5 by August 31, 2025, make sure to attend!
If you missed our recent event at Evergreen, Central, and Mary Purcell Elementary, please take a moment to visit your child's neighborhood school before the school year ends on June 13 to complete the registration packet. Registering is essential—it gives us the accurate student numbers we need to determine the right number of teachers for our incoming kindergarten class. Without these numbers, planning staffing levels becomes challenging, which can impact your child's learning experience. Thank you for helping us ensure every child gets the attention they deserve! 📅
#KindergartenRegistration
Reminder: Staff at Camp Orkila are posting photos to the district's camp Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SWSDCampOrkila.
