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The first Enumclaw School District Community F.O.C.U.S. meeting is tonight, February 27, 2024, at 6:00 pm in the Nancy A. Merrill Boardroom at the District Office. The address is 2929 McDougall Ave. Enumclaw, WA 98022.
To view the meeting via a webinar, go to https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/85113092943.
To learn more about this committee, visit https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/citizens-advisory-committee.
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Happy President’s Day! On the third Monday of each February, we have the opportunity to honor the work of U.S. Presidents throughout history. Learn more about President’s Day at the US National Archives and The Library of Congress.
![Happy President's Day. Feliz Dia De Los Presidents. Three stars in the center. Blue and red stripes around the outside of the text. Enumclaw School District logo with tree line in the upper right corner.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/enumclaw_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6921749/large_Happy_Presidents_Day__1_.png)
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Enjoy a happy and safe Mid-winter Break! ESD school buildings are closed February 19 - 23, 2024. The District Office is closed for President’s Day on February 19, 2024.
![Enjoy Mid-Winter Break February 19 - 23, 2024. Disfrutar las Vacaciones de Mitad de Invierno. Blue background with snow falling. Enumclaw School District logo with tree line at bottom center.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/enumclaw_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6921815/large_Mid-Winter_Break_Reminder_2__3_.png)
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Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day! Help choose kindness today and every day at ESD.
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Be prepared for EHS registration for the 2024 - 2025 school year by viewing this newsletter with all the details: https://www.smore.com/6q3dk
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February 15th is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
SROs serve as a bridge between local law enforcement and schools, focus on building relationships with our youth, and are a valuable resource for students, staff, and the community. Thank you, Officer VanZanten, for all you do for our students and schools!
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FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR:
Create connections with community agencies, college representatives, legal resources, transit options, and specialized groups that can help our Special Education students and their families work toward their goals.
Visit the EHS Commons on Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.
The event is geared toward families of students in Kindergarten through age 21.
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REMINDER: Mid-Winter Break is February 19 - 23, 2024. All education buildings will be closed during that time. The District Office will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in honor of President’s Day.
![Reminder, no school 2/19 - 2/23 for Mid-Winter Break. Recordatoria no hay escuela 2/19 - 2/23. Vacaciones de Matid de Invierno. White background with blue and orange circle designs. Enumlcaw School District logo in bottom left corner.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/enumclaw_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6918069/large_No_School_-_Mid-Winter_Break__2_.png)
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Happy Lunar New Year!
Based on a lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is the second new moon after the Winter Solstice; this year it falls on Saturday, February 10. 2024 is the year of the Dragon, or Naga in Thai culture. Those born in the year of the Dragon are believed to be ambitious, energetic, and charismatic! Learn more about the Lunar New Year from the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art
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Make sure you are prepared for upcoming elections with updated voter registration. You can update or register now at VoteWA.gov
![Vote in English, SPanish, Mongolian, Russian, Italian, Tegulu, Kazamh, German, Ukranian, Chinese, and Hindi. Gray background with words faded. Blue circle with chekmark in the middle. Enumclaw School District logo in bottom right corner.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/enumclaw_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6918004/large_1.png)
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Online Kindergarten Registration begins February 28, 2024.
Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/online-registration
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Thank you to the school counselors across ESD for all you do to help develop successful students. This week is National School Counseling Week and we recognize and celebrate the difference ESD school counselors make in students' lives, in and out of school.
![School Counselors help students succeed. Happy School Counseling Week. February 5 - 9, 2024. Feliz Semana De Consejeria Escolar. Los consejeros escolares ayudan los estudiantes a tener exito. Blue background with a starburst. Enumclaw School District logo wit tree line.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/enumclaw_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/6917701/large_2.5.24_School_Counseling_Week.png)
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Please join the Enumclaw School District in honoring the historical significance of Black history through February. In addition to the United States, Black History Month is celebrated in Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. From the incredible achievements of Black trailblazers and the resilient spirit and historical impact around the world - let’s take time to honor the accomplishments and challenges unique to African Americans throughout history.
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As School Board Appreciation Month comes to a close, we would like to thank the ESD Board of Directors for the often behind-the-scenes but vital role they play in ensuring the success and well-being of students and schools. From making tough decisions to advocating for resources, they embody the spirit of service and dedication.
Thank you ESD Board of Directors for your unwavering commitment to students, staff, and community.
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A Letter From Dr. Carey - Weekly ESD Community Newsletter for Friday, January 26, 2024
https://www.smore.com/tvpmc
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Thank you to the dedicated ESD Grounds Crew who spent this rainy winter morning filling in potholes and making McDougall Avenue more passable for families, students, and staff!
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REMINDER: The final day of the first semester for secondary schools is Friday, January 26, 2024.
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Are you getting all alerts from the district? Anyone (even students and community members) with the Enumclaw School District App on their phone can receive real-time notifications of changes in the school schedule, emergencies, closures, and more.
Download the app for free in Google Play or the App Store.
To set up push notifications open the app, then:
1. Go to MENU in the bottom left of the screen
2. Click SETTINGS on the bottom right
3. Select PUSH NOTIFICATIONS
4. Choose ENUMCLAW SCHOOL DISTRICT and any school(s) your student(s) attend
This is the most efficient way to stay up to date with alerts across the district.
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Thursday 1/18/24
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions this morning, all Enumclaw School District schools will operate on a two-hour delay out of an abundance of caution. There will be out-of-district transportation. Buses are running on normal routes. Birth to Five TK and ECEAP will run on a two-hour delay. AM ECEAP and AM DVPS are canceled and PM ECEAP will start on time at 12:15 pm and PM DVPS will start on time at 1:00 pm.
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Join us in celebrating Temperance and Good Citizenship Day today, January 16, 2024. Students across the District are taking time to honor and understand civic education's importance, including the voting responsibility. You can learn more about the meaning and history of Temperance and Good Citizenship Day at https://medium.com/waospi/january-16-temperance-good-citizenship-day-a-timeline-e36044eac411
#TemperanceAndCitizenship #FutureVoter #learnleadimpactESD
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