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March 21, 2025

Dear Enumclaw School District Community,


Into the Woods

I had the great pleasure of attending the opening night of Into the Woods, brought to life by the incredibly talented students of our performing arts department. I’ll admit, I was not previously familiar with this particular musical, composed by the legendary Stephen Sondheim and based on the book by James Lapine. However, experiencing it for the first time through the outstanding performances of our student actors made it all the more captivating.

From the moment the curtain rose, I was hooked. The set design was nothing short of remarkable, transforming our limited stage space into an ever-changing landscape of enchanted forests and fairy-tale settings. Each actor and actress delivered their lines with confidence and mastery, seamlessly weaving dialogue and song into a performance that was both engaging and emotionally resonant. At times, it felt as though the audience was not just watching the play but stepping into the story itself.

Into the Woods is an absolute must-see for everyone in our school community. If you have 90 minutes to spare this weekend, I wholeheartedly encourage you to experience this production before the final curtain call. I promise—you won’t be disappointed!

Thank you to the Enumclaw Schools Foundation for providing funding that supports the opportunity for all of our 2nd - 5th grade students to see a shortened version of this drama production in-person at the Enumclaw High School auditorium!

With appreciation,
Shaun

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EHS Drama is thrilled to present their spring musical, "Into The Woods" beginning on March 13th!

8 full-length performances:

March 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22 @ 7pm

and matinees on March 16 & 22 @ 2pm

There are approximately 80 students involved in this production as actors, technicians, dancers, and musicians!

Reserve tickets online

Thank you to the Enumclaw Schools Foundation and foundry10 for their gracious support, helping to produce a Junior Version of the show for ALL elementary schools in the district!

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Join us for an important conversation about the future of our school facilities at our last in-person information session:

March 25, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.- Enumclaw School District Office

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.

-Ask questions and engage in discussions with district leaders.

Can't make it? No problem. Following this session, a recording will be posted on our website so you can listen to the information whenever convenient.

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March 25- Let's Talk Information Session 6:30 p.m., District Office

March 25- Sunrise Kindergarten Orientation 5:30 p.m.

March 27- Black Diamond Kindergarten Orientation 5:30 p.m.
Byron Kibler Kindergarten Orientation 5:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m., or 6:00 p.m. by appointment
Southwood Kindergarten Orientation 5:00 p.m.
Westwood Kindergarten Orientation 5:30 p.m.

April 14 - 18- Spring Break: No School

April 21- School Board Meeting 6:30 p.m., District Office

April 22- Special Election Day

View all district and school events on our website

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Music in Our Schools Month

March is Music in Our Schools Month

As families and community members, we often only see the results of student music performances; however, music educators dedicate themselves to working with students through practices and rehearsals, pushing students further. ESD is proud to honor our music, choir, band, and orchestra teachers and the impact they have daily. Learn more about the importance of music in schools at the National Association of Music Education https://nafme.org/

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Women's History Month. Mes de la Historia de la Mujer

March is Women's History Month

Please join us in celebrating March as Women's History Month. Women play a vital role in shaping our future, making up over 80% of the educators in the Enumclaw School District and making an impact in our community and beyond! Let us take a moment to appreciate the women who continue to inspire, nurture, and empower students every day.

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Guiding Good Choices REgister now with the Enumclaw Youth Empowered Logo

In partnership with the Enumclaw School District, Enumclaw Youth Empowered will once again be offering Guiding Good Choices Sessions.

This workshop is FREE to parents and caregivers of kids ages roughly 9-14. DINNER and CHILDCARE are included!

Taught by a licensed therapist specializing in youth, this workshop helps caregivers learn how to strengthen family bonds, reduce family conflict, support kids to build resistance skills, and set clear family rules to keep kids safe and make positive choices.

The five sessions run each Tuesday from March 11 - April 8, 2025, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Thunder Mountain Middle School. Register now at https://forms.gle/yn7U5Whm4PT7kVXN8

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ESD Critical Maintenance Levy Project Spotlight: Heating

On April 22, 2025, voters in the Enumclaw School District will have the opportunity to vote on a capital levy to fund urgent facility repairs, student health and safety improvements, and critical infrastructure needs.

The proposed list of levy projects includes approximately $3.7 million for HVAC repairs and replacements:

Southwood Elementary: HVAC damper/duct/control replacement for classrooms

Existing room temperature controls are over 40 years old, and the parts are no longer available. The Damper motors continue to fail, and in order to replace them, we have to replace the ductwork as well. The current damper motors are obsolete which limits the temperature controls and affects our ability to keep the classrooms at the required minimum temperature of 65 degrees.

Westwood Elementary: Replace the 200 building heat pumps (10)

The current heat pumps were installed in 2000 to heat individual classrooms. All units are 5 years beyond their expected lifespan.

Byron Kibler Elementary: Boiler Pumps Replacement

The current boiler pumps were installed in 2000. The pumps and the seals within the pumps have outlived their service life and continue to fail, creating a challenge for heating the individual units in each of the classrooms.

Enumclaw High School: Replace rooftop HVAC units and replace auditorium boilers and pumps

The current HVAC units are 25 years old with an expected 25-year lifespan. Numerous units have failed, leading to individual rooms being unable to provide the minimum temperature required. The current auditorium boilers were installed at EHS in 2000 and are corroded as they have exceeded their lifespan by 10 years.

To view the full list of proposed projects or more information, please visit our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/critical-maintenance-levy-2025

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It's Time to Register for Kindergarten ebruary 28th

Kindergarten Registration is Open Now!

Enumclaw School District offers a full-day kindergarten program at no cost to parents. Registration for new kindergarten students is open now. 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.

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ESD Report to The Community

Don't miss the newest Fall/Winter Edition of the Enumclaw School District Report to the Community

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PASSED: Minutes, Consent Agenda, Payroll and Vouchers

Second Reading of Board Policies:
Board Policy Memo Second Reading, 3420-Anaphylaxis Prevention, 3424-Opioid Related Overdose Reversal, 6220-Bid or Request for Proposal Requirements

Presentations:

Superintendent Report
MLL Presentation

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Our next Regular Board Meeting is Monday, April 21, 2025.

You will find the Agenda posted 48 hours prior to the meeting on our School Board web page.

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Choice Transfer Reminder

If you have a non-resident student attending school in the district and would like them to be considered for re-enrollment for the 2025-26 school year, a Choice Transfer application must be completed. This application is an annual state requirement for students who live outside of district boundaries.

Choice Transfer Timelines

  • Please complete the Choice Transfer application via this link between the Open Enrollment period of March 1 through March 31.  

  • For families who miss the March open enrollment dates, a second review of Choice Transfers will be available starting August 1 through the first day of school. 

  • Choice Transfers received outside of the open enrollment dates will be denied. 

For a complete look at the district's Choice Transfer procedures, please view the enrollment information on our website. 

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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.

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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.

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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.
 

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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.

Tickets for the Mother-Son Superhero Dance 2025 are available now! Get them at https://buytickets.at/enumclawschoolsfoundation/1626952

For more information about ESF, click the blue button below.

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Mother & Son Dance Flyer. Save the date with " Super hero" theme. DJ, Dancing, Games, Snacks, and a free photo! Saturday April 5 4:30-6:30 pm Thunder Mountain Middle School $35 mother and one son $5 for each additional son
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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:

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

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https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/