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September 20, 2024
Dear Enumclaw School District Community,
ESD Open House Season
This week, Thunder Mountain and Enumclaw Middle Schools hosted their Open House events for their respective school communities. School administrators and staff opened the doors of the schools to our families and community members to meet the staff, visit classrooms, look at instructional material, and learn more about how schools operate on a daily basis. Teachers spent time sharing classroom expectations and answering routine questions about how students will learn and be successful in the classroom and beyond.
I attended Enumclaw Middle School’s Open House last night and thoroughly enjoyed seeing so many of you and your students as you were shown around the building. The energy was palpable, with lots of hellos and high-fives, representative of all the things we love about school in September. As Principal Richter expressed in her welcoming statements, this year is off to an incredible start, and we look forward to watching our students as they continue to grow and experience many successes in their schools.
I hope you enjoy visiting the elementary school open houses over the next two weeks!
Sincerely,
Shaun
September 26- Black Diamond Elementary, Byron Kibler Elementary, Southwood Elementary, and Westwood Elementary Open Houses
September 27- Homecoming Parade & Football Game
September 27-28- EHS CLass of 1984 40 Year Reunion
September 28- EHS Homecoming Dance
October 1- FOCUS Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting
October 2- Sunrise Elementary Open House
October 7- School Board Work Study: District Office 6:30 PM
October 11- No School- Teacher Directed Day
October 21- School Board Meeting: District Office 6:30 PM
Required Student Information Updates
It is time for ESD families to verify their demographic information and update annual forms through Family Access. Please complete this process for each current Enumclaw School District student in the household by logging into Skyward Family Access at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/family-access
Full details can be found on our website.
Enumclaw School District is hiring!
Current openings include Substitute Drivers and Custodians.
For more information on current openings or to submit an online application, please visit our website at https://enumclawjobs.hrmplus.net/
September is Attendance Awareness Month
School attendance is a major factor in student academic success. At all grades, students who miss no more than nine days per school year are the most engaged and and on track for graduation. In fact, by 6th grade chronic absenteeism becomes a leading indicator that a student will drop out of high school.
Everyone plays a part in student attendance - families and school staff are in this together. To learn more about promoting good school attendance and how you can help, visit www.attendanceworks.org
Backpack Program
For families struggling to keep enough food in the house during weekends and school breaks, there is help available. Each Friday, over 300 students of the Enumclaw School District receive food bags containing fresh organic fruit, 4 entree servings, 2 breakfasts, and 2 snacks. Food bags are discreetly distributed at school in such a way that the students remain anonymous to classmates.
If your family could benefit from this program, contact your student’s school counselor or complete the online enrollment form.
This program is brought to families of the Enumclaw School District by the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation.
English Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAQ8XnenYu4fevr02BMlVughxcZ9zKS2kEObikqekNku1Npw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Spanish Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpP0g4GzUvJjdaZEG-twOKIwHxohTqYqLOQ7lI4cdz9l5GVw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Enumclaw Youth Empowered is a local coalition working to educate, engage, and empower our community to support youth and families in the prevention of youth substance abuse.
In partnership with the Enumclaw School District, they will once again be offering Guiding Good Choices on Tuesdays this October.
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
Set clear family rules to keep kids safe and make positive choices
The five sessions run each Tuesday from October 1 through October 29, 2024, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Enumclaw High School. To register, please visit
Guiding Good Choices Workshop Registration or contact LouAnn Sawyer at lousia_sawyer@enumclaw.wednet.edu
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15th to October 15th is a time to honor the rich history, culture, and accomplishments of Hispanic and Latino Americans of past and present.
ESD encourages you to explore the art, enjoy the cuisine, dive into the literature, and learn the stories of Hispanic and Latino Americans with roots in Latin American countries and cultures.
FOCUS Committee Update:
Finalizing their Focus: ESD Community Committee Solidifies Priorities for Key Facility Projects
The Facilities Oversight for Capital Utilization & Sustainability (FOCUS) Committee held its most recent meeting on September 3, 2024, continuing to refine and prioritize district facility projects. Led by Chair Anthony Wright and Vice Chair Andre Koch, the committee finalized their project chart, which outlines priorities, funding recommendations, and potential timelines for key district projects... Read the full article on our website.
PASSED: Minutes, Consent Agenda, Payroll and Vouchers.
Presentations:
Facilities Presentation: Mr. Engebretsen updated the Board on the following summer projects:
Horizontal siding was added to the exterior of the auditorium building and a new projector was added to the interior.
Community volunteers, a grounds team member, and staff volunteered to transform outside spaces at Kibler Elementary.
Potholes were repaired on McDougall Avenue, with long-term plans being developed to improve this road.
Physical Education teachers from EMS teamed with facilities to relocate gymnasium banners with PE *If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in board meetings, please contact the superintendent's office at 360.802.7102 (Information) (Action) (Information) standards for students to easily see.
All of the stormwater drains were cleaned.
The cooler at the Central Kitchen was updated to reduce condensation and improve staff safety.
The grounds team repainted fire curbs and parking lanes at district schools.
Deep cleaning projects and preventative maintenance by custodians took place at all schools.
All gym floors were resurfaced.
Custodians are charged with assisting with the big surplus sale project every summer. They move surplus items from district buildings to the transportation sale site.
The three EHS automotive lifts were replaced and paid for by a grant.
The facilities team assisted with the big sign installation at EMS.
With the use of ASB funding the scoreboard at the pool was replaced and is ready for swim team competitions.
Convergint partnered with EHS and provided improvements to security for entry, repaired doors, assisted with grounds work, and painting.
Next, the facilities team will be a part of the Strategic Energy Management Cohort to analyze energy use and establish plans to meet the Washington State Clean Buildings Act. They also will be finishing up the siding and painting of the auditorium and finishing tasks for usage of a portable at TMMS.
Our next Regular Board Meeting is Monday, October 21, 2024.
You will find the Agenda posted 48 hours prior to the meeting on our School Board web page.
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.
Dear King County families,
Welcome back to another school year! As your children return to the classroom, Public Health – Seattle & King County would like to remind you of some important safety tips for getting to and from school.
For all Drivers:
• Always wear your seatbelt and require all passengers to buckle up, every time, every ride. Seat belts save lives!
• Put your phone away during your drive. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of vehicular crashes in our county. The road deserves your full attention when driving to keep you and your passengers safe.
• Obey school zone speed limits. Slow and steady allows everyone to get to school safely.
• Stop for school busses. Not sure when to stop? Check out this handy guide:
Figure 1: Source Office of Superintendent of Public Education
Driving to School:
• Washington state law requires all children under the age of 2 to remain in a rear facing position, but rear facing as long as possible is best practice. Ideally as close to age 4 as possible.
• Children ages 2-4 must use a car seat with a harness (rear or forward facing), according to state law, but best practice is to keep a child harnessed until they can remain sitting properly in a booster seat 100% of the time. Most kids aren’t ready for a booster, either high back or no back boosters, until they are closer to 6 years old.
• State law also requires all children to remain in a booster seat until they are at least 4’9” tall and fit the seatbelt correctly, which is usually around 10-12 for most kids. To fit a seatbelt correctly, your child must do these 5 things:
• Kids belong in the back seat! Washington state law requires all children under the age of 13 to ride in the back seat of the car. This protects the child from the front air bag, which can be very dangerous or even deadly in a crash for young kids.
Safe Driving for Teens:
• Emphasize safe driving practices for your teen and communicate consequences, consider using a contract like this one available from the CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics
• Talk to your teen about the top risks for car crashes: distracted driving, speeding, late night driving, impairment, and seat belt use. Learn more about these risks at www.t-driver.com
• Have your teen download the You in the Driver’s Seat app, which reinforces and rewards safe driving.
When Kids are Walking or Rolling to School:
• If riding a bike or scooter always wear a properly fitted helmet, bright clothing, and bike lights.
• Look left, right, and left again at all intersections, and obey all stop signs and red lights.
• If walking to school, always walk on the sidewalk, but if there isn’t one, then walk on the left side of the street, as far from cars as possible.
• Make eye contact with people driving before crossing.
• Walk your bike across busy streets.
• Remember! Pay attention! Focus on the road and look out for kids walking or rolling to school.
Resources:
• Meet with a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician for a car seat check. Find a local CPST at cert.safekids.org or attend a local car seat check event.
• Learn more about car seat safety a www.wacarseats.org
• Stay safe while bicycling with these King County resources: Bike helmets and bicycle safety - King County, Washington
• Download a list of free or low-cost bike helmet providers
Stay safe and have a wonderful school year!
Sincerely,
Your King County Target Zero Traffic Safety team
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 ComplianceCoordinator
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
