Central Elementary

Everything You Need to Know Before the First Day of School

A new school year is just around the corner, and we're excited to welcome students and families back!

Whether you're returning to our school or joining us for the first time, we've gathered the most important information in one place to help your family get ready for a successful start to the school year.

📅 First Day of School

Grades 1–12: September 1

Kindergarten: September 4

Transition to Kindergarten: October 1

🏫 School Hours

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

School starts at 9:25 a.m. Doors typically open between 9:10 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. Students are released at 3:30 p.m. See below for the early dismissal schedule.

Wednesdays

All schools in the district start one hour late on Wednesdays so that staff can receive professional development. Exceptions are holidays/non-school days and early dismissal days on November 25 and June 9.

🏫 Early Dismissal

Early Dismissal Time:

12:30 p.m.

Early Dismissal Days:

November 5 & 6 Elementary only — Conferences
November 9 & 10 All Schools — Conferences
March 18 & 19 All Schools — Conferences

🎒 School Supplies

School Supply List

👋 Open House / Orientation

🏫 Central Elementary School families are invited to Open House on August 26 from 6–7 p.m. We look forward to welcoming students and families before the first day of school.

🚌 Transportation

If your transportation needs have changed or your student is new to the district, please complete the Transportation Form as soon as possible.

Transportation Form

🍎 Breakfast & Lunch

Breakfast and lunch are available for students.

Menus

💻 Stay Connected

Don't miss important school updates.

Download the Sedro-Woolley School District app and enable notifications for your student's school.

📅 District Calendar

View the complete school calendar, events, holidays, and important dates.

☎ Attendance

If your student will be absent, please contact the school office as soon as possible.

❤️ We're Looking Forward to a Great Year

Every new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and build relationships.

We look forward to partnering with our families to make this a successful year for every student.