September 19, 2025

Read-A-Thon

Watch the video above to learn all about the Read-A-Thon and to hear what it will take to get Mr. Means duct taped to the wall during the next Panther Pride Assembly.

Make sure to check your child's folder for the Read-A-Thon packet that was sent home. The packet and additional information can also be viewed here.

Open House

Thursday, September 25, 5:15–6:45 p.m.

Open House will look a little different this year. Families are welcome to come and go anytime between 5:15 and 6:45. When you arrive, you’ll receive a “passport” to guide you around campus. You’ll:

• Meet several adults who support your child each day

• Tour your child’s classroom with them

• Get key information from the teacher and ask questions

• Explore Share Fair projects in your child’s class and others across the school

Dinner Provided

To make the evening easier, the Southwood PTO is offering a free pizza dinner from 5:15–6:15. To help them plan, families are asked to RSVP through an online link, found HERE.

Share Fair

Southwood has a special tradition called the Share Fair—a chance for every student to showcase their heritage, hobbies, talents, experiences, and interests that make them unique. During the school day, students practice presentation skills as they share their projects with classmates from across grades. 

This year, we’re making a few adjustments to help the Share Fair strengthen our sense of community and belonging:

• Equitable access: In past years, family time and financial constraints made it harder for some students to participate. This year, the school is providing materials for everyone—mini-trifolds for 1st–5th grade students and fillable posters for Kindergarteners. Students will also have time during class to create their projects.

• Earlier in the year: We’re moving the Share Fair to late September so we can celebrate each child’s uniqueness early on, setting the tone for a year of belonging.

• Combined with Open House: To simplify schedules, the Share Fair will be held alongside Open House on Thursday, September 25, 5:15–6:45 p.m.

Family Involvement

Even though students will have materials and work time at school, families play an important role too. Talk with your child about possible project ideas, and consider sending in photos or small items they’d like to include in their presentation.

Free and Reduced Meals

More Than Just Meals: 7 Reasons To Complete a Free & Reduced Meal Application Did you know your child may qualify for other free or reduced-price meal benefits? To receive these benefits, you must fill out a 'Consent to Share' form after qualifying.

1. Increased funding to support your child’s school

2. Discounted fees for Advanced Placement Tests & Pre-College Exams (PSAT/SAT/ACT)

3. Discounts for costs associated with the college application process and Running Start textbooks

4. Funding for technology & discounted internet access

5. Discounted fees for ASB/ Athletics/ Field Trips

6. EBT Funds for Summer Meals (SunBucks) and access to local meal programs

7. Discount for medical, dental and vision fees

All families who wish to apply for reduced or free meals with the Enumclaw School District are encouraged to fill out an application at any time during the school year. Only one application is needed per family. A new application must be completed at the beginning of each school year. Applications are available in several ways: at all school offices, on our website, and securely online through Family Access.

Contact nutrition services at 360.802.7712 for assistance

Southwood Spirit Wear

Get your Southwood sprit wear before the September 21st deadline! Orders placed will be delivered in time for the next Panther Pride Friday.

Click here for information and to order.

Picture Day

School picture day is Wednesday September 24th.

All students will be photographed.

If you would like to purchase your student's portrait, return the order form with payment (order forms were sent home in your student's folder last Friday) or click HERE to order and pay online.

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: