The Mount Vernon School District is excited to be hosting Austina De Bonte, former President of the Northwest Gifted Child Association and nationally recognized expert on the cognitive, social and emotional development of Highly Capable children. Her presentation is titled: Smart Is Not Easy: What Research Says About Highly Capable Learners.
The presentation will take place on Monday, Nov. 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mount Vernon High School Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. The discussion is geared toward parents, teachers and administrators. While students are welcome to attend, the content will be dense and it may be difficult for some children to maintain attention. Spanish translation will be provided at the event. Please complete this Google Form if you plan to attend.
RSVP Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcOCd-Y7g5OvPKMo90MefZXVOjarxybJsKyZ_aaXnvPh8GAg/viewform?usp=sf_link
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:
Chad Norman: cnorman@mvsd320.org
Andy Bishop: abishop@mvsd320.org
Laura Schonberg: lshonberg@mvsd320.org
🦃 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! 🦃
Just a friendly reminder that our schools and offices will be closed on November 23rd and 24th to celebrate Thanksgiving with our loved ones. 🍁🍂
Wishing you all a joyful and restful break surrounded by family and friends. Let's take this time to reflect on all the things we're thankful for! 🙏💛
See you back on Monday, November 27th!
#ThanksgivingBreak #Gratitude #QualityTime #FamilyTime #SWSDStrongerTogether
On Sunday, the Sedro-Woolley High School Earth Club did a Bag-o-thon trash pickup around the high school campus to raise money for Earth Club activities. The group collected 8 bags of trash with students requesting a pledge per bag of trash collected. What a creative fundraiser!
🍂 Wednesday, November 22, 2023 - Early Release - NO LATE START! 🍂
Just a quick reminder about tomorrow's schedule:
🕒 Cascade Middle School: 11:15 AM release
🕒 State Street High School: 11:20 AM release
🕒 Sedro-Woolley High School: 11:30 AM release
🕒 All elementary schools: 12:30 PM release
And a heads up for Good Beginnings Preschool parents: No class on early release days.
Wishing you all a fantastic Thanksgiving Break! 🦃 Enjoy the well-deserved time off! 💫 #ThanksgivingBreak #TimeToRelax
Sedro-Woolley High School's incredible marching band took the lead in this year's annual Veterans Day Parade! 🥁🎺 They were joined by the enthusiastic students from Mary Purcell Elementary School and Central Elementary School. 🏫
#VeteransDayParade #HonoringOurHeroes #CommunityUnity
Big shoutout to our ASB leaders at Sedro-Woolley High School for organizing a heartwarming Veterans Day Assembly this morning! 🎉
🇺🇸 Reminder: In honor of Veterans Day, all Sedro-Woolley School District offices will be closed on Friday, November 10th. 🗓️ Let us take this moment to express our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our nation. 🎖️ Your sacrifice and dedication inspire us all. 🙏 #VeteransDay #ThankYouForYourService 🇺🇸
Don't forget, all schools will start one hour late tomorrow so staff can participate in professional development!
CMS: 8:40 a.m.
SWHS: 8:55 a.m.
SSHS: 9:00 a.m.
Elementary: 10:25 a.m.
🧥❄️ Sedro-Woolley High School FCCLA Club Coat Distribution is ON! ❄️🧥
🗓️ When: Weeknights until November 21
🏫 Where: SWHS Gym Eaves
Our dedicated FCCLA members, along with their amazing advisor Rogene Gwinn, will be tirelessly moving these cozy coats in and out of the gym foyer every day after school.
📅 Special Date: Wednesday's Parent-Teacher Conferences
👨👩👦👦 ALL families are welcome to peruse and choose coats that fit their family's needs!
Let's keep our community warm this winter. Spread the word, and make sure to stop by and grab the perfect coat for you and your loved ones. 💙❄️
#SWHSFCCLA #CoatDrive #CommunityLove #WarmthForAll #SWSDStrongerTogether
Ballots for the general election are due by 8 p.m. TODAY, November 7. Sedro-Woolley's ballot box is located at the Sedro-Woolley Post Office (in the alley between Eastern Ave and Metcalf), 111 Woodworth Street.
Other ballot box locations can be found on the Skagit County auditor's website: https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/AuditorElections/dropboxes.htm
Reminder: There will be no late start on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 because of early release for parent conferences.
There will be no Good Beginnings Preschool.
On Wednesday, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 10:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 10:20; Sedro-Woolley High School at 10:30 and all elementary schools at 12:30.
On Thursday, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20; Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 and all elementary schools at 12:30.
🎷🎶 REMINDER: Join us tonight (November 7, 2023) at 7 p.m. for an evening of smooth jazz and soulful tunes at Sedro-Woolley High School's Jazz Night in the school's cafeteria! 🎺🎵 Admission is FREE! 💃🕺 #SWHSJazzNight #MusicMagic #CommunityEvent 🌟🎹
🌟 Celebrating National School Psychologists Week! 🌟
From November 6–10, 2023, we're shining a spotlight on our incredible School Psychologists who work tirelessly to support our students' mental health and well-being. 👥💪
Their dedication goes beyond textbooks, helping to create a safe, nurturing environment for every child to thrive. 📚🌈
Let's take a moment to thank them for their unwavering commitment and the positive impact they make every day! 🙌🎉 #NSPW2023 #SchoolPsychologistsRock #StudentWellBeing #ThankYouEducators
Correction: November 6 is the end of the first quarter for Sedro-Woolley School District students in grades 7–12. Grades will be posted to Skyward as soon as they're finalized and report cards will be mailed home as soon as possible.
🎓 Sedro-Woolley High School is hosting a College & Career Fair during Parent Teacher Conferences on Wednesday, November 8th! 📚
📍 Where: Sedro-Woolley High School Gym
🕒 When: 12-3 p.m. & 4-7 p.m.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students and parents to explore a wide range of college and career options, all under one roof. Connect with a variety of representatives, gather information, and make informed decisions about your future! 🌟
Don't miss out on this invaluable event. Mark your calendars and come prepared to be inspired! See you there! 🌍📚 #SWHSCollegeAndCareerFair #CollegeBound #FutureLeaders
🌸🏆 Congratulations to Sedro-Woolley High School FFA Floriculture Team for their outstanding performance at the National FFA Floriculture Career Development Event! They placed 5th out of tough competition from all over the country. 🌟🌿 Special shoutout to Delanie Booth, Brody Peterson, Sarah Bethea, and Sophie Johnson for their individual achievements! 🥇🥈🥇🥇 Well done, team! Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off. 💪🌺 #FFAFloriculture #SedroWoolleyCTEStrong #NationalFFAConvention
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/o/swhs/article/1323155
🌟 Protect yourself and your community! 🌟
In partnership with the Seattle Visiting Nurse Association, Sedro-Woolley School District is hosting a flu shot clinic at Cascade Middle School on Friday, November 17 from 3–7 p.m. Don't miss out on this convenient opportunity to get vaccinated. Remember to have your insurance card handy when registering.
Register now by scanning the QR code or clicking on this link: https://schedule.seattlevna.com/home/256d02c7-e478-ee11-8179-00224808da54
Let's stay healthy together! 💪 #FluShotClinic #CommunityHealth #SedroWoolleySchools
Reminder: please mark your calendars for conferences, Veterans Day observation, as well as Thanksgiving's early release and two-day break. Please note, there is no Good Beginnings Preschool on early release days.
On Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7, all elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m. for parent-teacher conferences.
On Wednesday, November 8, there is NO LATE START because of the early release day for all K-12 students. Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 10:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 10:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 10:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
On Thursday, November 9, Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
On Friday, November 10, there is no school as we observe Veterans Day. All offices will also be closed.
On Wednesday, November 22, there is NO LATE START because all schools will be dismissed early. Cascade Middle School students will be dismissed at 11:15 a.m.; State Street High School at 11:20 a.m. and Sedro-Woolley High School at 11:30 a.m. All elementary schools will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
There will be no school on Thursday, November 23 or Friday, November 24. All offices will also be closed. Please enjoy the time off!
REMINDER: Sedro-Woolley High School's production of "Writing the Past" starts TONIGHT!
Dates for the show are: November 1, 2, 3 and 4 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are available for purchase at $10 for adults and $5 for staff, students, senior citizens, and children.
Don't forget, all schools will start one hour late tomorrow so staff can participate in professional development!
CMS: 8:40 a.m.
SWHS: 8:55 a.m.
SSHS: 9:00 a.m.
Elementary: 10:25 a.m.
