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January 10, 2025
Dear Enumclaw School District Families,
Staff and Students Honored as 2024 AWSP/AWSL Culture Kickoff Award Winners!
This week, I had the privilege of witnessing the incredible achievement of the Enumclaw Middle School staff and several student representatives as they were honored with AWSP's (Association of Washington School Principals) inaugural Student Culture Award! This groundbreaking recognition reflects the purposeful and heartfelt efforts of the staff and students to build a school culture where every individual feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
I am proud of the dedication and perseverance the students and staff have demonstrated in fostering an environment that promotes growth and excellence. Their collective efforts enhance the experience of everyone at Enumclaw Middle School and serve as a shining example for schools across the state. I encourage our entire community to look to their commitment as a model for how we can nurture and serve students across the district.
With deep admiration and gratitude, I extend my heartfelt thanks to the Enumclaw Middle School community for their unwavering dedication to creating a positive and inclusive school environment. Your efforts are leaving a lasting and meaningful impact, and I want you to know that your work is truly appreciated.
Keep leading the way and setting the standard for excellence!
Shaun
EMS Leadership teacher, Mr. Karl Karkainen, worked alongside students to apply for this award this fall. According to the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP), "this prestigious recognition celebrates schools that have gone above and beyond to cultivate a positive school culture, set the tone for a successful academic year through engaging assemblies, strong themes, and vibrant fall kickoffs, and demonstration of clear strategies to sustain this momentum throughout the year."
A few of the reasons that EMS was selected to win this award include:
The commitment of EMS student leaders to planning assemblies, Timberwolf Talks, and this year's school theme (What You Do Matters: Own It)
Leadership summer planning days where student leaders volunteered to step outside their comfort zones to prepare for the year
Staff and student preparation for the fall "welcome back" assembly in collaboration with this year's theme
Collaboration between EMS staff members on the Admin Team, Building Leadership Team, Culture and Climate Team, and more.
To learn more about this honor, please visit the article below:
January is School Board Appreciation Month!
This month, we’re celebrating the incredible dedication of our Enumclaw School District Board of Directors. Their thoughtful leadership shapes every aspect of our students’ educational journey and creates lasting opportunities for success.
The ESD School Board of Directors plays a crucial role in the health of our district. By balancing governance and advocacy, they make decisions that influence the futures of all our students. Their work touches every corner of our nine schools, from the curriculum in classrooms to the facilities where learning happens.
We invite you to join us in expressing heartfelt gratitude to our ESD School Board of Directors:
Julianne DeShayes, President and District Two Director
Ben Stouffer, Vice President and District Four Director
Scott Mason, Legislative Representative and District One Director
Tyson Gamblin, WIAA Representative and District Three Director
Paul Fisher, District Five Director
Libby Stone , Senior Student Representative
Makhya Walls, Junior Student Representative
Thank you for your vision, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our students and community!
January 10- FCCLA Winter Carnival, EHS Commons 5:00 pm
January 16- "SLAM THE STANDS" Unififed Basketball vs. WR, EHS Gym 6:00 pm
January 20- No School- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 21- School Board Meeting, District Office 6:30 pm
January 23- "SLAM THE STANDS" Unififed Basketball vs. WR, WRHS Gym 6:00 pm
January 24- Semester Ends
January 28- Solo & Ensemble Band/Symphony Concert, EHS Auditorium 7:00 pm
January 30- Sunrise Elementary Winter Music Concert, Sunrise Gym 6:00 pm
February 17-21- No School- Mid-Winter Break
EHS Career Center Field Trips:
January 21st - Renton Technical College
Dates TBD - Green River College, Bates Technical College, Clover Park Technical College, Boeing, Showare Career Fair, and Women in Trade Career Fair.View all district events on our website
REMINDER: There is no school and the District Office is closed on Monday, January 20, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Join us as we reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his enduring message of equality, service, and hope.
Dr. King reminded us that “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” As we celebrate his work and vision, let’s strive to foster kindness, understanding, and unity across the Enumclaw School District and our community.
Temperance and Good Citizenship Day
Join us in celebrating Temperance and Good Citizenship Day today, January 16, 2025. Students across the District are taking time to understand the importance of civic education, including the responsibility of voting. You can learn more about the meaning and history of Temperance and Good Citizenship Day at https://medium.com/waospi/january-16-temperance-good-citizenship-day-a-timeline-e36044eac411
January 29 is the Lunar New Year
This holiday is a time to honor family, renewal, and hope for the year ahead and an opportunity to celebrate by learning about the different traditions and cultures in our community.
PASSED: Minutes, Reorganization of the Board, School Improvement Plans, Consent Agenda, Payroll and Vouchers
Presentations:
Birth to Five Center Presentation
Our next Regular Board Meeting is Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
You will find the Agenda posted 48 hours prior to the meeting on our School Board web page.
Have Your Housing Circumstances Changed?
At the beginning of each school year families receive a questionnaire to determine eligibility for McKinney-Vento services.
OSPI recommends a mid-year check-in as an opportunity for anyone with a change to their housing circumstances to submit information. The McKinney-Vento questionnaire can be completed at: https://forms.gle/nKGLgV2PNHht5DtF7
IF YOU HAVE STABLE HOUSING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO COMPLETE THIS FORM.
Please contact your school counselor or ESD Student Support Services at 360-802-7125 with questions.
The Washington State Department of Health: Safety Study Hall
Visit the Safety Study Hall website, a place for schools,
students, and families to learn about safety topics.
Enumclaw Schools Foundation (ESF) strives to bridge the gap between the funds the state provides for basic education and the funds needed to provide students with the education they need for a successful future.
For more information about ESF, click the blue button below.
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:
Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Stephanie Berryhill
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7113
stephanie_berryhill@enumclaw.wednet.edu
Section 504/ADA Coordinator/Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator
Carolyne Zieske
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7104
carolyne_zieske@enumclaw.wednet.edu
