Back-to-school information, Mariner High School's ribbon cutting event, and an input opportunity

Posted Date: 7/26/24 (7:45 PM)

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Welcome to our new newsletter format! The simple format meets the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and provides automatic translation into families' home languages. This edition brings you events, family resources, and opportunities, keeping you connected and informed about education in Mukilteo School District.

In this issue:

Mariner High School construction ribbon cutting event
Remember to vote by Aug. 6!
Back-to-school information online
Back-to-School Fair for all students and families Aug. 23
Seeking students, families and staff for district wellness committee

Graphic of scissors cutting gold ribbon with text, Ribbon Cutting, Aug. 22, 2024, 5:30-7 p.m. at Mariner High School. See the newly constructed addition including student commons, library, and career and counseling center!

Mariner High School construction ribbon cutting event

We are excited to unveil the newly constructed spaces at Mariner High School and we hope you’ll join us in celebrating! Thanks to the voter-approved 2020 Capital Bond, Mukilteo School District has been able to complete several new projects throughout the district including a new addition in the heart of Mariner High School.

Mariner’s enrollment has grown significantly since it opened over 50 years ago. This addition provides much needed space to accommodate more of the student body during meals, gatherings, and more. The project includes a beautiful new commons area, library, career and counseling area, and student store.

You are invited to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 22, 5:30-7 p.m. at Mariner High School, 200 120th St. SW, Everett, 98204. We’ll meet in the former commons area upstairs for brief remarks and then open the new section for guests to explore on their own. Staff will be stationed throughout the spaces to help answer questions and guide people through the areas. Light refreshments will be available.

This project was made possible by our community, and for our community, and we can’t wait to share it with you. We hope to see you there!

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Remember to vote by Aug. 6!

Election pamphlets and ballots have been sent. Please review the materials and exercise your right to vote on important matters and representatives. While Mukilteo School District does not have any propositions on this ballot, we encourage everyone to review the information and submit their ballots by the Aug. 6 deadline.

Ballots may be mailed free of charge or returned to one of many drop boxes in the county. Find drop box locations and more information about elections on the Snohomish County Auditor's website.

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Back-to-School resources are online!

The new school year is quickly approaching and we've got your needs covered! Find back-to-school information including schedules, health forms, school supply lists, and more, on the Back-to-School Resources webpage. Some information such as bus routes will be updated later in August, but there is plenty of helpful information to get started with today.

Back-to-School Information

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Back-to-School Fair Aug. 23

The annual districtwide Back-to-School Fair on Aug. 23, 4-6:30 p.m., at Mariner High School! Families will have the opportunity to visit school tables, learn about district programs, meet community partners in healthcare, education, social support services, receive school supplies (supplies limited to MSD students attending the fair) and more!

NEW! This year, families picking up backpacks with school supplies will receive grade-specific tickets from their school booth before picking up their supplies.

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Seeking input on Wellness Policy for students

Mukilteo School District plays a critical role in promoting wellness among students, staff, and families. We are inviting parents, staff, students and other community members to attend our Annual Wellness Policy Review. This meeting will take place via Zoom on August 15, at 6 p.m.

During this meeting, we will complete the following:

Welcome feedback from attendees regarding the development, review, updates, and implementation of our Wellness Policy
Include specific goals for nutrition education, physical activity, nutrition promotion, and other school-based activities to promote student wellness
Review state guidelines regarding all foods available on the school campus
Assess progress made in attaining goals and wellness policy compliance

Interested in joining? First, please review the district's current policy and procedures:

Then complete this ParentSquare form and we will contact you if you have been selected and provide the meeting link and details. If you cannot join the meeting but would like to provide feedback on the Wellness Policy, you may submit your comments through the same form or email Nutrition Services Manager Heather Frost.

Thank you for your interest in student wellness!

Wellness Policy Input form

Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Simone Neal (425-356-1319), nealsr@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), andersonra@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), moosekerkw@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) allenwr@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.