🗳️ February 10 Special Election – Ballot Reminder
Ballots for the February 10 Special Election must be received by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
Voters in the Sedro-Woolley School District will see two school district propositions on their ballot. Ballots may be returned by mail or placed in an official Skagit County ballot drop box.
📍 Nearby ballot drop box locations
• Sedro-Woolley Post Office
111 Woodworth Street
(Located in the alley between Eastern Avenue and Metcalf Street)
• Clear Lake Park
12925 South Front Street
🕒 Ballot drop boxes are open until 8:00 p.m. on February 10.
📬 Important mailing reminder
Ballots are no longer postmarked when they are received, but when they are processed. Ballots mailed close to Election Day may not be processed in time to be counted. To ensure your ballot is received by the deadline, using an official ballot drop box is recommended, especially as Election Day approaches.
✔️ Remember to sign your ballot envelope
✔️ Return ballots early or by 8:00 p.m. on February 10
A map of ballot drop box locations is included with this post for convenience. For official election information, visit Skagit County Elections.
The School Board is seeking feedback on district strengths, challenges, and the leadership qualities that matter most to our community. Your input will help shape the Leadership Profile used to recruit and select the district’s next superintendent.
📝 Take the survey by Saturday, February 14 at 4:00 p.m.
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyivo7JtlrbOxCkC5Nn7KeZ5DfVQhe5-a2bcPHip6rJMudPg/viewform?usp=header
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.
Reminder: The Superintendent Search Community Forum is TOMORROW, February 3.
This is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to share what’s working in our schools, what challenges we should plan for, and what qualities are most important in our next Superintendent. Community feedback will help guide the School Board during the search process.
🗓 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Auditorium
➡️ Please enter through the 4th Street entrance (Union High School, white columns)
Zoom option: If you can't attend in person, we've also added a Zoom option!
https://swsd.zoom.us/j/81555399050
We hope you’ll join us.
🔗 More info:
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/swsd-superintendent-search
Completed with the 2021–2026 Capital Project Levy
• Replaced classroom unit vents to work with the newer boiler system
Projects delayed due to inflationary cost increases
• Replacement of the single portable classroom
Planned improvements if the replacement levy is approved
• 2027: Replace main building roof
• 2030: Replace the single portable classroom
In addition to site-specific projects, the proposed levy supports ongoing districtwide facility, safety, and technology needs that benefit all schools, including Clear Lake. These projects occur throughout the six-year levy period and are not tied to a single year or building.
• School Resource Officer support (in partnership with the City of Sedro-Woolley)
• Ongoing technology replacement and infrastructure support
• Security camera replacement and system maintenance
• Telephone system replacement
• Flooring replacement (carpet and tile)
• Student furniture replacement
• Exterior painting of district buildings
Facility planning context
As part of separate long-range facility planning, a Harthorne Hagen Architects study noted that Clear Lake Elementary is located within a mapped 100-year floodplain, which limits the feasibility of building additions or full replacement on this site. As a result, facility planning at Clear Lake focuses on maintaining and repairing existing structures and systems.
Planning note: Short-term levy projects are developed through the Citizens Advisory Committee based on facility maintenance data. Separate long-range facility planning examines district facility needs over the next 10–20 years.
The Sedro-Woolley School District has begun the search for its next Superintendent and invites families, staff, and community members to share their perspectives.
Join us for a Superintendent Search Community Forum to talk about what’s working well in our schools, what challenges we should be mindful of, and what matters most in our next Superintendent.
🗓 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Auditorium
➡️ Enter through the 4th Street entrance (labeled Union High School with white columns)
Zoom option: If you can't attend in person, we've also added a Zoom option!
https://swsd.zoom.us/j/81555399050
Your voice matters. Join the conversation.
🔗 Learn more:
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/swsd-superintendent-search
Join us for a Camp Orkila Parent/Guardian Information Night to learn more about this exciting outdoor learning experience.
📅 January 28
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Auditorium
This meeting is for parents and guardians of sixth grade students. We hope to see you there! 🌲
No school for students today as we transition and prepare for the start of second semester. Enjoy the time off!
Classes resume January 5.
We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year!
As we welcome 2026, we are grateful for our students, families, staff, and community partners who make Sedro-Woolley such a special place to learn and grow. Thank you for your continued support of our schools and for the many ways you show up for our students each day.
We look forward to a new year filled with learning, connection, and opportunities for our students to shine.
Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and hopeful start to the year.
The Jingle Bell Parade begins at 2:45 p.m. on December 19.
A fun tradition to kick off Winter Break!
