District Announcements
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Glacier Peak High School presents Disney Newsies – The Broadway Musical
Check out Glacier Peak High School's spring theatre performance - Disney Newsies – The Broadway Musical. This musical production will be held April 12-13, April 19-20 and April 25-27 in the Glacier Peak High School Performing Arts Center. Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right! Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. Tickets are available online after Monday, April 1.
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Spring conference week (March 25-29) information
This year’s spring teacher conferences will be held the week of March 25. Please watch for school-specific conference details that will be communicated directly by our schools. Tuesday, March 26 through Friday, March 29, are half-day early release for elementary, middle, and high schools. Please note that AIM High School and Parent Partnership Program conference and half-day early release day schedules are different from the schedule noted below and will be communicated directly from each school to families
District News
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District classified/PSE employees shine!
Congratulations to these district classified/PSE employees who were recognized at the March 13 annual School Board Classified Awards Recognition event! Join us in a huge round of applause for all they do to help every student thrive!
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Game clubs foster sense of belonging
In a society often divided by differences, games can be tools of unity, weaving bonds that go beyond backgrounds and personalities. Each week dozens of middle and high school students regularly head to one of the after-school game clubs. It’s here that students engage with each other and immerse themselves in intense battles of wit and skill across various tabletop, board, video, and card games. Learn more at www.sno.wednet.edu/news/gameclubs.
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The IDEA Project visits Cascade View Elementary
IDEA Project visited Cascade View Elementary this week to give students a unique, hands-on journey into the world of differences and abilities. To read more about this experience and The IDEA Project, visit www.sno.wednet.edu/news/ideaproject.
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March Cultural Awareness and Recognitions: Ramadan, Women’s History Month, Gender Equality Month, Irish-American Heritage Month, and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
In the Snohomish School District and community, we honor and recognize our diversity. Please join us this March as we acknowledge Ramadan, Women’s History, Gender Equality, Irish-American Heritage and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. As a reminder, though these months may be designated as times for specific recognitions, we encourage honor and recognition of our culture and diversity throughout the year.
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Student artists recipients of Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
We are excited to share this year’s regional award recipients of the 2024 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards! More than 400 teens across Snohomish County submitted 769 pieces of artwork, and 211 pieces received regional honors. Of the 211 pieces of artwork, 51 pieces were created by students from Glacier Peak High School (GPHS) and Snohomish High School (SHS)!
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Kathy Derks and Alisa Ashmon named Golden Apple Award recipients
Our district's first Golden Apple Award recipients are Kathy Derks, bus driver, and Alisa Ashmon, science teacher and Glacier Peak High School! We are so excited to be able to recognize these two amazing team members! Read more about Kathy and Alisa, and their nominations at www.sno.wednet.edu/goldenapplerecipients. The Golden Apple Award recognizes staff members for their above and beyond service to help create an educational community that ignites a passion for learning where every student is known and empowered along with exemplifying Snohomish School District’s core values of being student-focused, cultivating a culture of belonging, and an equitable, caring environment for others to thrive.
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It's time to register for the 2024-2025 school year!
Mark your calendars for our Spring Into Kindergarten event. All 2024-2025 kindergarten families and students are highly encouraged to attend and register on this day. Spring Into Kindergarten will be held on Thursday, March 7, from 4-6:30 p.m. at district elementary schools. Click here to learn more about this annual registration event, as well as registration information for new district students, Transition to Kindergarten, ECEAP and Developmental Preschool for the 2024-2025 school year.
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Emergency standard response protocol
The safety of our students and staff is our priority. The Snohomish School District utilizes the “I Love U Guys” Foundation’s programs for crisis response and post-crisis reunification. Our standard response protocol includes: HOLD, SECURE, LOCKDOWN, EVACUATE, and SHELTER. Visit www.sno.wednet.edu/safety/response to learn more about our district standard response protocol and safety and security response definitions.
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February Cultural Awareness and Recognitions: Black History Month and Lunar New Year
In the Snohomish School District and community, we honor and recognize our diversity. Please join with us this month as we acknowledge Black History Month and the Lunar New Year.
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Cha-cha-cha Chia! 8th grade art students embark on a Chia Pet pottery adventure
Who remembers the Chia Pet? Emily Cole's 8th grade art students at Centennial Middle School recreated the iconic 1980s figurines. The Chia Pet project allowed the talented art students to showcase their innovation and create any figurine they could imagine out of terracotta clay. The project was a success and even touched on subjects such as, history, biology, and culinary arts. What resulted was a modern and unique take on a classic! To read more about the Chia Pet project, please visit www.sno.wednet.edu/news/chiapet.
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Snow days & weather events
As we head into winter, a reminder regarding school closures, delayed starts and limited transportation (snow) routes and schedules. If inclement weather conditions occur, the district office will decide whether to: Hold school (regular hours); Hold school (delayed start) - All schools will start two hours late; or Close school. Learn more by clicking here or visit www.sno.wednet.edu/weather.
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Message from the Superintendent - Middle school reconfiguration
We want to share information about an upcoming consideration that will impact the structure of our school system. The district is recommending the reconfiguration of our schools by moving 6th grade to our middle schools, thereby creating K-5 elementary schools and 6-8 middle schools. The reason we are looking to reconfigure is based on the academic and developmental needs of our students. Click to read more about this recommendation, the “why,” timelines, and how you can get involved.
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January Cultural Awareness and Recognitions: Poverty Awareness Month
January is Poverty Awareness Month. It was first recognized in 2009 yet remains a topic which is sometimes overlooked. According to the 2020 Census Report, approximately 10% of households in the United States live at or below the poverty line. In Snohomish County, the numbers are similar. On average, one out of every 10 households is directly impacted by poverty.
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December Cultural Awareness and Recognitions
During December, there are no month-long recognitions; however, as with other months, there are daily observances which have been identified. One of these is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3.
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Coming into focus: Lions Club partners with district to improve student well-being
Annual vision screenings in our schools are helping find students whose vision may be impacting their development, learning, and even classroom behaviors. Through our district’s partnership with the Snohomish Lions Club, each year about 5% of district students are identified as having vision issues needing follow-up care.
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November Cultural Awareness and Recognitions: Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month was first recognized in 1990 after approval of a resolution by President George H. W. Bush. Since then proclamations have been made each November under various names, including National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month.
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School Veterans Day assemblies
Many of our schools have planned Veterans Day assemblies in early November. All veterans, families and community members are welcome to attend any or all of these events. There is no school on Friday, November 10.
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Tiffany Iverson and Jordan Johnson named Golden Apple Award recipients
Our district's first Golden Apple Award recipients are Tiffany Iverson, paraeducator at Central Emerson Elementary (Emerson Campus), and Jordan Johnson, band teacher at Snohomish High School! We are so excited to be able to recognize these two amazing team members! Read more about Tiffany and Jordan and their nominations at www.sno.wednet.edu/goldenapplerecipients. The Golden Apple Award recognizes staff members for their above and beyond service to help create an educational community that ignites a passion for learning where every student is known and empowered along with exemplifying Snohomish School District’s core values of being student-focused, cultivating a culture of belonging, and an equitable, caring environment for others to thrive.
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Gaining valuable skills for life outside the classroom
District middle school students are practicing real-life skills and are gaining an understanding of many of the engineering and trade skills necessary for life outside the classroom. The engineering and computer-aided design (CAD) classes taught at Centennial Middle School and Valley View Middle School are part of the district’s career and technical education (CTE) program. Through instruction and class projects, students are gaining an understanding of engineering design, small group communication skills, machine and power tool operation, measurement, tool safety, mechanical drawing, applied math, applied physics, technical reading and writing, laser and 3D printer operation, soldering, and more.
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Register today for EKG Youth Heart Screenings – November 1
Did you know that sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in exercising or at play young people on school campus and is typically the result of undiagnosed structural or electrical heart disease? The best way to detect life threatening heart conditions is through a heart screening developed for young hearts that includes a comprehensive family health history, electrocardiogram (EKG/electrical) and potentially an echocardiogram (ECHO/ultrasound). Register now for free heart screenings for district youth (ages 12-24) through the Nick of Time Foundation.
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October Cultural Awareness and Recognitions
In the Snohomish School District and community, we honor and recognize our diversity. Recognizing diversity facilitates our collective ability to support each and every student and family regardless of ethnicity, socioeconomic class, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability, cognitive ability, background, personality, and more. Diversity presents the opportunity for critical thinking to occur through exposure to different viewpoints, life experiences, and beliefs allowing us to explore and examine our world.
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Capital, maintenance, and custodial teams complete impressive list of summer projects
Join us in a huge shout out to our capital, maintenance, and custodial teams who were incredibly busy this summer! A special thanks to our community for its continued support of our district, schools, programs, and projects!
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Is your child too sick for school?
As a parent/guardian, you can help prevent the spread of illness by not sending a sick child to school. In determining whether to keep your child home, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the following guidelines. Learn more at www.sno.wednet.edu/healthservices.
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ASB leading the way
Area high schools come together to train in leadership to promote inclusivity and increase student involvement. Learn more about how Snohomish High School (SHS) recently hosted Glacier Peak High School (GPHS), Jackson High School, Mountlake Terrace High School, Shorecrest High School, Shorewood High School, and Stanwood High School ASB leadership students for a day of training.
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Nominate a district staff member for a Golden Apple!
Is there a district employee who you would like the district to recognize for helping our students thrive? We are excited to share the launch of Golden Apple - an employee recognition program that will recognize two staff members quarterly for their student-centered service to students, staff, families and/or community. Staff members selected for this quarterly honor will be recognized for helping “create an educational community that ignites a passion for learning where every student is known and empowered.” Students, parents/guardians, district staff, and community members are encouraged to nominate a staff member at any time! Visit www.sno.wednet.edu/goldenapple to learn more or to nominate a staff member!
Upcoming District Events & Activities
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March 26, 2024
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March 27, 2024
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6:00 PM School Board Meeting
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March 28, 2024
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