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As December settles in and the chilly weather arrives, we want to remind families that students head outside for recess every day, rain or shine. Please be sure your child comes to school dressed for the elements. Warm coats, hats, gloves, and waterproof shoes help keep students comfortable so they can enjoy their time outdoors.
This past month has been full of meaningful learning and joyful moments in our classrooms. Thank you to everyone who attended conferences. Your partnership truly makes a difference, and we appreciated the chance to connect and celebrate your child’s progress together.
Looking ahead, winter break is just around the corner. There will be no school from Monday, December 22nd, through Friday, January 2nd, and classes will resume on Monday, January 5th. We hope your family enjoys a restful, fun, and festive holiday season.
As we wrap up the final weeks of 2025, I want to share my heartfelt gratitude for your ongoing support and involvement in our school community. Wishing you all a warm, joyful, and safe holiday season!
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The History of the Nutcracker at BDE |
Building kid-sized nutcrackers is a long standing tradition at Black Diamond Elementary. Ms. Spencer was given the idea, the yellow nutcracker, and the stencils from Ms. Perkins (now retired) around 2010. Ms. Perkins got it all from Ms. McNeeley (also retired a long time ago). Ms. McNeeley’s sister was a teacher at Lake Wilderness Elementary. She loved nutcrackers! She made a display of them every year, from two-foot tall statues to little salt and pepper shakers. Then she created the paper nutcracker project for her students and gave the glorious idea to her sister at Black Diamond Elementary. That means third graders have been making these nutcrackers at BDE for over 40 years. Ms. Bowie’s sons (who are in their 30s and 40s) and Ms. Spencer’s sons and Ms. Davis’ sons (who are in their 20s) and Ms. Stones’ daughter and son (who are in their teens) all made nutcrackers. Perhaps some of you made nutcrackers when you were students here and current Black Diamond students will have kids who make a giant nutcracker one day… |
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Mrs. Davis's Class takes flight to Australia |
Today Mrs. Davis' class had a virtual flight to Australia! Yesterday, we completed our passports with photos, filled out a map of Australia, and packed our suitcases! Today, as they came in from recess, they picked up their boarding pass, got checked into their flight, had a snack on their seat, and had a virtual flight with a takeoff and then a seven-minute tour by way of a drone over the different landscapes of Australia, and then we had a virtual landing. The kids had a blast and are ready to learn more about Australia! |
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Thank you to all of our wonderful students and families for making this year’s BDE Book Fair such a fantastic success! Your excitement and support truly filled the library with joy. A heartfelt shoutout to Mrs. Landry, Mrs. Norton and our amazing volunteers who generously shared their time and energy to keep everything running smoothly. We couldn’t have done it without you. We are so grateful for this incredible community and the love you continue to show for reading and learning!!
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Empathy - Character Trait of the Month |
Our character trait focus for December is empathy. We all experience conflict in our life. Whether we are frustrated with a friend or in an argument with a family member, we need tools to help us navigate conflict and keep our relationships healthy. Primary students will practice empathy through listening, with friendships, and by learning about conflict resolution. Older students will practice empathy through perspective-taking, conflict resolution through the lens of empathy, and as leaders and role models. |
Inclusive learning means being presented with information in ways that are relevant and meaningful to every student. Discussion, hands-on learning experiences, and inquiry-based projects are all examples of inclusive teaching practices that have, again and again, been shown to improve academic achievement for all students. This promotes overall student well-being, which is one of the Five Commitments of the Enumclaw School District. Please join us in celebrating Inclusive Schools Week. |
We’re looking for volunteers to help support teachers schoolwide! While we’ll do our best to place you with your child’s teacher, this program is designed to assist any classrooms in need.
Parent Volunteer Form
Please note: All volunteers must have completed and cleared their volunteer paperwork through the office before signing up. Complete the Volunteer Application online using the link below. If this is your first time, click “Register.” If you’ve volunteered in past years, simply click “Update.” Sign up to Volunteer
Thank you for supporting our students and staff!
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December 11 - PTO Meeting, Holiday Party/Ornament Exchange 4:00pm
December 13 - PTO Holiday Craft Bazaar
December 19 - PTO Family Game Night 5:30pm - 7:00pm
December 22 - January 2 - Winter Break, No School
January 8 - PTO Meeting, 4:00pm
January 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No School
January 22 - 3rd Grade Winter Concert, 6:00pm
January 23 - PTO Popcorn Friday
January 30 - PTO Glow Dance 5:30pm to 7:00pm |
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Get Involved
Keep an eye on our Volunteer page — new opportunities are added throughout the year.
It’s never too late to join the PTO! We send monthly newsletters and volunteer opportunity emails to help you stay connected.
Questions? Email us anytime at blackdiamondpto@gmail.com.
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Kids Holiday Store
December 8th - 12th
Today we sent home information sheets and money packets with more information. |
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Messages from the District |
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Join us at the next School Board Meeting! Our next General Meeting is Monday, December 15, 2025. You will find the agenda posted 48 hours before the meeting on our School Board web page. |
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As our days get cooler, make sure you know emergency bus stops and are up to date with our Winter Weather Communications. You can find Inclement Weather information on our website at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/o/esd/page/inclement-weather |
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REMINDER: Schools in the Enumclaw School District are closed Monday, December 22, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026. The District Office will be closed December 24 - 26, and 31, 2025, and January 1, 2026. |
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Enumclaw School District Statement of Non-Discrimination |
Enumclaw School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: |
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Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator
Stephanie Berryhill
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7113
stephanie_berryhill@enumclaw.wednet.edu |
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