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February 7, 2025
Dear Enumclaw School District Families,
Gratitude for Community Support
I am deeply grateful for the incredible generosity shown by our community in supporting families with overdue breakfast and lunch balances. While many school districts face similar challenges, the way our community stepped up to help was truly extraordinary.
A heartfelt thank you to the many individuals who contributed, as well as to the Thomasson Family Farm and Seattle Ballooning, for organizing a fundraising event dedicated to assisting our students. Your kindness and commitment reflect the very best of Enumclaw and demonstrate why our district stands out in its dedication to meeting the diverse needs of those we serve.
Looking ahead, we have been actively working to address significant challenges regarding our aging facilities and enrollment growth, and we would like to invite you to an informational session to explore additional ways we can support our students and staff. These sessions will provide an opportunity to discuss facility maintenance, enrollment growth, and our shared vision for the future. We look forward to continuing these important conversations with you.
Thank you again for your support and generosity—it is truly what makes our community exceptional.
Shaun
Join us for an important information session about the future of our school facilities at one of the following sessions:
February 10, 4:30 pm - Byron Kibler Elementary School
February 11, 5:30 pm - Southwood Elementary School
February 25, 6:00 pm - Sunrise Elementary School
February 26, 5:30 pm - Westwood Elementary School
February 27, 5:30 pm - Black Diamond Elementary School
Our school district is actively planning for the future by addressing aging facilities and preparing for anticipated growth.
Learn about the current challenges in our school buildings.
Understand how the district is planning facility upgrades, new construction, and potential funding options.
Hear about the work of the community-led Facilities Oversight and Capital Utilization Sustainability (FOCUS)Committee.
Share your feedback and ideas to help shape the future of our schools.
Ask questions and engage in discussions with district leaders.
Immigration Policy Information
The Enumclaw School District remains fully committed to providing a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment for every student. In doing so, we carefully follow all state and federal laws and guidelines regarding student safety and rights.
The Enumclaw School District and Board has existing policies in place that address Limiting Immigration Enforcement in Schools - Board Policy 4300 and its accompanying procedure (4300P). These policies align with guidance from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). To ensure transparency and accessibility, we have made this information, along with additional resources, available on our website.
Our foremost responsibility is to ensure that every child in our schools is treated with dignity and respect and that our schools remain safe and welcoming environments for all students and families.
February 10- Let's Talk- Community Information Session, Byron Kibler Elementary 4:30 pm
February 10- School Board Meeting, District Office at 6:30 pm
February 11- Let's Talk- Community Information Session, Southwood Elementary 5:30 pm
February 17-21- No School- Mid-Winter Break
February 17- President's Day, School and District Offices will be closed.
February 25- Let's Talk- Community Information Session, Sunrise Elementary 6:00 pm
February 26- Let's Talk- Community Information Session, Westwood Elementary 5:30 pm
February 27- Let's Talk- Community Information Session, Black Diamond Elementary Elementary 5:30 pm
View all district and school events on our website
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month!
Join ESD in celebrating the incredible opportunities CTE programs provide for our students! From hands-on learning to real-world skills in fields like healthcare, technology, agriculture, engineering, and the arts, CTE empowers students to explore their passions and prepare for high-demand careers.
Let’s recognize our dedicated educators and hardworking students who are building bright futures and strengthening our community.
Join the Enumclaw School District in celebrating Black History Month this February!
This month, we honor the rich history, achievements, and lasting impact of Black leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Black History Month is recognized not only in the United States but also in Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. Let’s take this time to reflect on the resilience, contributions, and cultural influence of African Americans throughout history and today. Together, we celebrate progress and continue striving for an inclusive future.
Happy School Counseling Week!
This week, February 3-7, 2025, we celebrate National School Counseling Week, recognizing the impact our school counselors have on students every day.
School counselors play a vital role in:
Supporting academic success
Guiding career and college planning
Promoting mental health and well-being
Encouraging personal and social growth
We are so grateful for our dedicated counselors who help our students thrive and reach their full potential. Take a moment this week to thank a school counselor and recognize their invaluable contributions to our school community!
Make sure you are prepared for upcoming elections with updated voter registration. You can update or register now at VoteWA.gov
Although Enumclaw and Black Diamond do not have anything on the ballot for this Special Election, if you live in an area with measures on the ballot make sure your ballots are in an election drop box or postmarked by 8:00pm on February 11, 2025.
REMINDER: Mid-Winter Break is February 17-21, 2025. All education buildings will be closed during that time. The District Office will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in honor of President’s Day.
Come on Thursday, March 6th to a free community movie screening of Screenagers Under the Influence: Addressing Vaping Drugs & Alcohol in the Digital Age sponsored by Enumclaw Youth Empowered at the Chalet Theater. This film covers relevant issues facing our children with techniques that can be implemented to help. Townhall-style Q&A to immediately follow.
Additional local resources will be onsite including Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation, Peer Kent, Y Youth Impact Center, and Valley Cities. Free dinner at Full Bellies beforehand is available at the Foundation.
Doors open at 6:00 pm, event begins at 6:30 pm.
Kindergarten Registration Opens Feb 28
Enumclaw School District offers a full-day kindergarten program at no cost to parents. Registration for new kindergarten students begins February 28, 2025. Please register your upcoming kindergarten students using our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/o/esd/page/online-registration
Families can submit /upload the following documentation during online registration:
Proof of Age (Birth Cert., Family Bible, Certified Statement, etc.)
Proof of Address(Lease, Utility Bill, etc.)
WA State Immunization Record that shows requirements have been met
Children must be 5 years of age on or before August 31, 2025, for enrollment.
Early Entry/Waivers/Boundary Inquires/Questions:
For early entry inquiries before May 1, 2025, please contact Sheila Fend at 360.802.7125.
For attendance waiver inquiries, please contact Stacey Whitten at 360.802.7102.
If you are seeking a Choice Transfer or other request, please visit our Enrollment Information web page.
For boundary inquiries, please get in touch with the Transportation Department at 360.802.7232.
For more information visit our website, or contact your neighborhood school.
Winter Weather Communications
PASSED: Minutes, Consent Agenda, Payroll and Vouchers
Second Reading of Board Policies:
3241 Student Discipline, 4130 Title 1, Part A Parent and Family Engagement and 6114 Gifts or Donations
Presentations:
Superintendent Report
School Presentation- Sunrise Elementary
Our next Regular Board Meeting is Monday, February 10, 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, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator
Stephanie Berryhill
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7113
stephanie_berryhill@enumclaw.wednet.edu
Section 504/ADA Coordinator
Carolyne Zieske
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7104
carolyne_zieske@enumclaw.wednet.edu
