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September 27, 2024

Dear Enumclaw School District Community,

Homecoming

This week has been one of celebration, school spirit, and time-honored tradition as our school community marks another memorable Homecoming. Throughout the week, students, staff, and community members came together for various spirited activities, offering everyone a chance to be involved in the festivities. From pep assemblies to spirit days and athletic events, there has been something for everyone to enjoy. I had the honor of serving as the starter at this week’s cross-country meet, which was a fantastic way to support our student-athletes and celebrate Homecoming in a new and meaningful way.

Dr. Carey serving as the starter for cross country meet

A highlight of the week will occur this evening with the return of many of our past graduates, whose presence reinforces the lasting connection this community shares with Enumclaw High School. Their participation in the Homecoming Parade will undoubtedly fill the streets with energy and pride while giving our current students a glimpse of the lifelong relationships formed through shared experiences. Tonight’s Homecoming football game will be the perfect way to close out these celebrations, as our Hornets face the Federal Way Eagles under the lights of Pete’s Pool. We invite everyone to join us, cheer on our team, and enjoy the excitement of this long-standing tradition.

As the week draws to a close, I am confident the experiences and memories created during this year’s Homecoming festivities will remain with our seniors and community members for many years to come.

Welcome home, Hornets!

Shaun

EMS Students wearing sports jerseys for spirit day

EMS students greeting people at the door with high fives

Spirit Days...

Two students posing on Ken and Barbie themed day at EMS

Southwood Elementary Trex and unicorn visit classroom for read-a-thon

September 27- Homecoming Parade 4:00 PM & Football Game, Pete's Pool 7:00 PM
September 27-28- EHS CLass of 1984 40 Year Reunion
September 28- EHS Homecoming Dance, EHS Commons, 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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

Attendance Awareness Month with student at their desk using glue stick

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

FOCUS Committee Update:

Committee Chair Anthony Wright leads committee through Section V. of their recommendation to the school board

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.

Junior Board Rep Makhya Walls repeating her oath of office to Dr. Carey

PASSED: Minutes, Consent Agenda, Payroll and Vouchers.

Presentations:

Superintendent's Report

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.

Join Us at the next school board meeting with a photo of the board listening to public comment in the background

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 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
Carolyne Zieske
2929 McDougall Ave.
Enumclaw, WA 98022
360.802.7104
carolyne_zieske@enumclaw.wednet.edu

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