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Snoqualmie Valley School District Newsleer January 2015 Winter Edion Snoqualmie Valley School District P.O. Box 400 Snoqualmie, WA 98065 Postal Customer Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 8 Snoqualmie, WA Snoqualmie Valley on AP District Honor Roll — a 5th Consecuve Year! The naonal College Board has named the Snoqualmie Valley School District (SVSD) on its presgious AP District Honor Roll for the fiſth year in a row! This disncon recognizes districts for simultaneously increasing parcipaon in Advanced Placement (AP) courses for a broader number of students while maintaining or improving the rate at which its AP students earned scores of 3 or higher on an AP exam. Snoqualmie Valley is among just 14 districts in Washington State and among 547 public school districts naonwide who have been awarded a spot on the 2014 District AP Honor Roll. Snoqualmie Valley is also the ONLY school district in Washington State — and, one of just six districts in the United States — to earn this presgious award for the past five consecuve years! Hour of Code Lessons Promote Computer Science Educaon Students of all ages, at all Snoqualmie Valley schools, parcipated in the Hour of Code event this year. For Computer Science Educaon week, Mount Si Teacher Kyle Warren orchestrated the event in which 81 teachers across the district welcomed 58 MSHS students into their classrooms to teach simple coding lessons tailored to grade levels from Kindergarten through grade 12. As a result, more than 3008 students experienced computer coding! SVSD is 1 of only 6 school districts in the NATION awarded FIVE years in a row!

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Page 1: Newsletter - Snoqualmie Valley School District

Snoqualmie Valley School District

Newsletter January 2015 Winter Edition

Snoqualmie Valley School District P.O. Box 400 Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Postal Customer

Non-Profit Org. U.S. POSTAGE

PAID Permit No. 8

Snoqualmie, WA

Snoqualmie Valley on AP District Honor Roll — a 5th Consecutive Year!

The national College Board has named the Snoqualmie Valley School District (SVSD) on

its prestigious AP District Honor Roll for the fifth year in a row! This distinction recognizes districts for simultaneously increasing participation in Advanced Placement (AP) courses for a broader number of students while maintaining or improving the rate at which its AP students earned scores of 3 or higher on an AP exam. Snoqualmie Valley is among just 14 districts in Washington State and among 547 public school districts nationwide who have been awarded a spot on the 2014 District AP Honor Roll. Snoqualmie Valley is also the ONLY school district in Washington State — and, one of just six districts in the United States — to earn this prestigious award for the past five consecutive years!

Hour of Code Lessons Promote Computer Science Education

Students of all ages, at all Snoqualmie Valley schools, participated in the Hour of Code event this year. For Computer Science Education week, Mount Si Teacher Kyle Warren orchestrated the event in which 81 teachers across the district welcomed 58 MSHS students into their classrooms to teach simple coding lessons tailored to grade levels from Kindergarten through grade 12. As a result, more than 3008 students experienced computer coding!

SVSD is

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years in a row!

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Message from the Superintendent: Happy New Year!

This edition of the Snoqualmie Valley School District Newsletter is loaded with information about our schools. In reading it, you will gain a sense of the work occurring across our district to produce excellence in classrooms and schools, the creativity and commitment of our staff, and the remarkable accomplishments of our students. While this communication does not begin to tell the full story of all the great things occurring in the Snoqualmie Valley School District, I believe it provides you a general impression of our accomplishments during the first half of the 2014-15 school year, and an awareness of what we hope to achieve in the months to come.

On page 10, is an invitation to attend this year’s Focus on Education School Tour event. This occasion is an opportunity for community patrons to visit our schools and see first-hand the efforts of our teachers and the

students with whom they work each day. Past participants have found the experience to be enjoyable and informative. I hope you will consider joining us on January 28.

Additionally, information related to the February school bond measure can be found on pages 6-7. This proposition provides a comprehensive, long-term solution for our facilities as we strive to provide the educational experience necessary for our students to grow, excel, and achieve their potentials. I hope you will take some time to familiarize yourself with the particulars of this bond measure, and contact us with any questions you might have.

Thank you for your continued support of our schools and the students who attend them. We are looking forward to a great “second half” to the school year.

Best Regards, Joel Aune

Superintendent Joel Aune

Snoqualmie Valley 2014-15 Board of Directors:

Marci Busby Geoff Doy

Tavish MacLean Dan Popp

Carolyn Simpson

The public is always welcome to School Board meetings, which are typically held every other Thursday at 6:30 p.m., at Snoqualmie City Hall. For information regarding the School Board, visit the district website at: www.svsd410.org. Select “District Information,” then “School Board,” for meeting dates, agendas and materials; minutes and podcasts of past meetings; director contact information; and district policies.

On December 15, Superintendent Aune and School Board members met with State Representatives Chad Magendanz and Jay Rodne to discuss educational priorities prior to the January Legislative session.

Snoqualmie Elementary School Earns a 2014 School of Distinction Award

For outstanding improvement in reading and math, sustained over a five-year span, Snoqualmie Elementary School (SES) is among 101 schools in Washington State to be recognized in the top 5% of improvement for their level.

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High School Highlights

Mount Si High School’s “Footloose” Musical Brings the 80’s Alive

112 Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars Named from Mount Si High School

An unprecedented number of Mount Si students (112!) were named 2014 AP Scholars this fall for their exceptional performance on multiple AP exams they took last spring. AP participation and performance from Mount Si students continues to climb each year. In 2011, 29 distinguished students were recognized as AP Scholars, followed by 58 AP Scholars named in 2012, and 100 scholars honored in 2013. Please join us in celebrating these students.

2014 AP Scholars (50), who earned scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams: Erin Antoch, Abigail Bottemiller, Jessica Brady, Gunnar Carlson, Krista Cassidy, Amber Caudle, Jason Chapman, Brandon Copitzky, Eliza Dolecki, Willy Eand, Sean Flanagan, Eric Golpe, Kyle Grate, Matthew Griffin, Natalie Gunn, Jessica Guyer, Jordan Hartman, Sean Hoeger, Delaney Hollis, John Hunt, Adam Husa, Alexander Johns, Emily Johns, Marisa Joplin, Emily Keene, William Kramer, Andrew Larson, Derek Lee, Naomi Litwack-Lang, Hallie Lynn, Paige McCall, Kelly McCracken, Natasha Ng, Andrew Oakley, Ivy Paradissis, Kerry Pemberton, Mackenzie Popp, Elizabeth Prewitt, Amy Proctor, Warren Sanctis, Victoria Shim, Paul Stedman, Tyler Stuber, Katherine Sullivan, Anthony Tassielli, Zoe Virta, Dane Whetsel, Zachary Williams, Samuel Yoshikawa and Judy Zhu.

2014 AP Scholars with Honors (30) were granted to students who earned an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, AND scores of 3 or higher on four or more exams: Karinne Bailey, Brooke Beatie, Trystan Cannon, Jennifer Carroll, Nikki Carroll, Logan Cochran, Benjamin Cosgrove, Cara Currier, Marcus Deichman, Madelynn Esteb, Christina Fischer, Wesley Gomersall, Carly Goodspeed, Joshua Helzerman, Olivia Howland, Samuel Kirby, Laurel Kroschel, Peter Link, James Marshall, Rachel Massey, Nicole Mostofi, Blake Phillips, Kevin Pusich, Niko Rudd, Bailey Scott, Samantha Sparling, Mackenzie Stinson, Jacob Stoddard, Ursula Woods and Sydney Young.

2014 AP Scholars with Distinction (32) scored at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, AND 3 or higher on five or more of these exams: Emma Bateman, Paul Bateman, Hedin Beattie, David Butler, Liam Crozier, Duncan Deutsch, Riley Dirks, Jason Edwards, John Eichler, William Gant, Boone Hapke, Ryan Hartman, Christian Henriksen, Natalie Korssjoen, Gregory Malcolm, Kevin McLaughlin, Kylie McLaughlin, Tristan Moore, Jack Nordby, Emma Panciroli, Lydia Petroske, Jonathan Proctor, Alexandra Raphael, Spencer Ricks, Tye Rodne, Mark Sorvik, Dean Sydnor, Ella Thompson, Zachary Tidwell, Rieley Vancampen, Elizabeth Young and Maile Young.

2014 National AP Scholars (9) are among the highest distinctions in this program granted to U.S. students who earned an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams taken, AND earned 4 or higher on eight or more exams: Liam Crozier, Duncan Deutsch, Riley Dirks, Boone Hapke, Christian Henriksen, Kevin McLaughlin, Tristan Moore, Alexandra Raphael and Maile Young. The 2014 AP International Diploma was also awarded to Liam Crozier for earning 3 or higher on five or more AP exams in 3 or more subject areas and applying to international colleges.

To a packed auditorium during four shows December 11-13, Mount Si students put on lively and entertaining performances of Footloose, complete with 80’s music and fashion.

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Mount Si’s Class of 2015 National Merit Scholars Seven seniors from Mount Si were named National Merit Scholars by the College Board for their outstanding academic promise, based on their high scores on the PSAT exams which they took last year as juniors.

Two of the students, Jessica Brady and Ryan Hartman, are National Merit Semifinalists and will continue in the scholarship program. The remaining five students were named National Merit Commended Students. Read the full story at www.svsd410.org.

National Merit Scholars include (left to right): Callahan Gillard, Ryan Hartman, Benjamin Gutenberg, Angus Brookes, Mackenzie Popp, Jessica Brady and Wilhelmina McMichael.

Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation Funds Classroom Innovation

The Snoqualmie Valley Schools Foundation raised just over $12,000 during its Fall Fundraising campaign. Special thanks to all who volunteered or donated to these efforts to help fund Classroom Innovation grants. This year, teachers submitted requests for classroom grants totalling more than $89,000 in requests. While the Foundation was not able to fill all the requests, they were pleased to be able to fund at least one project in every Snoqualmie Valley school. For a complete list of the classroom grants awarded, or to make a donation online, visit the Foundation website at: www.svsfoundation.org.

Do you know a great teacher in your student’s life? Be sure to nominate him/her for a 2015 SVSF Educator of the Year award. Nominations are open until January 31; nomination forms are available at every school and online at www.svsfoundation.org. Staff who are chosen will be honored guests at the Foundation’s annual fundraising luncheon in March.

Save the date: March 19 is the “Small Hands to Big Plans” Foundation Luncheon at TPC Snoqualmie Ridge. Join a special celebration of the great work happening in the Snoqualmie Valley School District, while helping raise funds for district-wide initiatives that benefit every student in every school.

Do you have an interest in becoming more

involved in the community? The Foundation

Board is looking for more dedicated board

members who are interesting in supporting

education. For information, please contact

SVSF Secretary Lorraine Thurston at

[email protected].

Volunteers smile and dial during the annual Phonathon.

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News around the District

National Board Certified Teachers Set a New District Record

Congratulations to 15 Snoqualmie Valley educators who recently earned National Board Certification, the rigorous advanced credential for teachers that promotes high professional standards! This represents the largest group of

Snoqualmie Valley educators to have earned certification in a given year, and brings the total to 51 teachers with this professional distinction in the District.

Listed alphabetically, we congratulate:

Nathan Barnes, SES Kelsey Carr, NBES Jessica Easthope, MSHS Salina Fassler, NBES

Sheena Harter, SES Megan Marino, MSHS Christina McCloskey, NBES David Ramseyer, MSHS Elizabeth Rugh, MSHS

Karen Schotzko, MSHS

Leann Stewart, MSHS

Diane Tatum, SES Benjamin Tomlisson, MSHS Erin Whitney, SES

Janice Wintermyer, CKMS

New Program at Fall City Elementary Encourages Dads to Volunteer at School

In October, with the help of enthusiastic fathers, Fall City Elementary School launched a new volunteer program called Watch D.O.G.S., which stands for Dads Of Great Students.

At their first meeting, over 70 dads volunteered and the program has continued to grow. One Watch DOG is assigned per day to volunteer from 8:25 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. After checking in at the office, they receive their “dog tag,” a t-shirt, and schedule. Daily activities include manning a busy crosswalk before and after school; assisting teachers in five different classrooms (including their own child’s); helping monitor recesses; patrolling the hallways, parking lot and building perimeter; and enjoying a school lunch with students.

“We so appreciate the support of our Watch DOGS and the students love seeing their fathers at school,” said Fall City Elementary School Principal Monica Phillips.

Newly National Board Certified teachers were invited to the December 11 School Board meeting for special recognition: (left to right) Director Carolyn Simpson, with teachers Janice Wintermyer (CKMS), Karen Schotzko (District ELL program), Chrissy McCloskey (NBES), Salina Fassler (NBES), Kelsey Carr (NBES), Nathan Barnes (SES), and Superintendent Joel Aune.

This Watch DOG shares his school lunch dining experience with Fall City Elementary students

while serving his Watch DOG duty.

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Snoqualmie Valley School Bond Measure on February 10 Ballot

The community will have the opportunity to invest in safe, efficient and modern school buildings for Snoqualmie Valley students. The Board of Directors voted to place a bond measure on the upcoming election ballot that addresses district-wide facility needs and provides more space at all grade levels to serve the district’s growing student population.

The Challenge More space is needed in Snoqualmie Valley schools, at all levels (elementary, middle and high school), to alleviate overcrowding and accommodate long-term enrollment growth. At the same time, ensuring schools are safe, sound, modern and responsive to the needs of students, as new educational programs and higher standards are implemented, will help teachers boost learning and students achieve their potentials.

The Proposed Solution A comprehensive, long-term bond proposal for $244.4 million is comprised of three components:

1. Rebuild and expand Mount Si High School, and reinstate a third middle school 2. Construct a new elementary school 3. Make district-wide improvements to existing schools and systems

1. Rebuild, Expand Mount Si High School;

and Reinstate a 3rd Middle School

This proposal would create a new high school facility on the main campus property to accommodate up to 2,300 students in grades 9-12. The plan would raise most of the Mount Si High School facility above floodway levels, flood-proof other portions of the building, provide more space designed to promote innovative teaching and learning, and create parking beneath the elevated three-story facility. To sustain the benefits of the Freshman Campus program, the new design would provide separation on the main campus for 9th graders. Once completed, a third middle school would be reinstated in Snoqualmie to alleviate anticipated overcrowding at Twin Falls and Chief Kanim middle schools.

2. Construct a New Elementary School

Currently, all five elementary schools in the district are at, or near, capacity in grades K-5. In addition, a state mandate for full-day kindergarten, anticipated state funding to reduce elementary class sizes, and

continued enrollment growth are factors driving the need for a 6th elementary school by the fall of 2016. The new school would be built on property the district owns in Snoqualmie, where enrollment continues to grow. The District would leverage the design of Cascade View Elementary, to reduce costs and save time. Adding a 6th elementary school will alleviate overcrowding at all five elementary schools in the district.

The current MSHS footprint serves students in numerous portables that have been added through the years. The new design would address security concerns, add functionality for STEM education and career training programs, expand science labs, and enhance performing arts. Input from high school staff will help guide final design decisions on how best to serve students’ learning needs.

Aerial photo

Design Rendering

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February 10, 2015 Election Facts

What is the Cost of the Proposed School Bond?

The estimated property tax increase over 2015 would

be $1.29 per $1,000 of assessed property value for the 20-year bond.

Tax Exemptions:

Property Owners can further decrease the cost with an income tax deduction for their property taxes, by using the long form to file their annual income taxes. The amount of savings will vary depending on a person’s federal tax bracket (i.e. 25%, 28%, 33% to 39.6%).

Seniors & Disabled Persons may qualify for an exemption from property taxes. Call King County Assessor’s Office (206-296-3920) or visit: www.kingcounty.gov/assessor.

Home Value

Estimated increase

in 2016 (for proposed School Bond)

Net tax increase

after allowing for Income Tax Deduction

(28% tax bracket)

annual monthly annual monthly

$200,000 $258 $22 $186 $16

$400,000 $516 $43 $372 $31

$600,000 $774 $65 $557 $46

Interested in a tour of Mount Si High School?

Principal John Belcher will offer two tours of the school, starting at 7 p.m., on the following dates:

January 15 January 21

For more information about the bond, visit the District website at: www.svsd410.org and click on this image. State Match Funding:

The proposed projects for a new elementary school and high school rebuild would

qualify for approximately $20 million in state matching funds, if the bond is approved by voters. If this funding is not needed to cover unforeseen costs that may emerge with construction projects of this nature, the District will use the state matching funds to pay down the bond debt for taxpayers.

Remember to Vote

by 2/10/15.

3. Make Improvements to Existing

Schools and Systems

Maintaining the infrastructure, operations, and safety of school buildings in the District requires upgrading or replacing aging systems as they exceed their functional lifespan. This bond would invest in existing schools, through a variety of critical improvement projects which would:

Enhance safety and security at all schools

Replace the FCES septic system Add a gym at SES (the only elementary without a

separate gym currently) Replace fire alarms at NBES/FCES Replace flooring at OES/TRS

Replace roofs at NBES/SES/FCES/FC Replace boilers as SES/FC

Replace turf on sports fields at CKMS/MSHS

High School Educational Visioning

This fall, more than 30 Mount Si staff, students and parents have been engaged in a Visioning Process to determine how a new high school facility could best support the changing needs of students and educators. Key priorities of their educational vision have emerged for a school model that is flexible, supports student collaboration, is learner-centered, integrates technology, allows for project-based learning and interdisciplinary instruction, and supports the social/emotional needs of

students. These priorities will help guide the school’s renovation, if the bond is approved.

Examples of estimated increases for three property values.

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Annual Sock Hop at Chief Kanim is a Swinging Good Time for All!

Foodball Food Drive

Mount Si High School and all Snoqualmie Valley elementary schools, along with QFC and Safeway stores in North Bend, participated in this year’s Foodball Food Drive. At the time this publication went to press, they had collected more than 10,000 pounds of food for local families.

Holiday Toy Drive

Two Rivers Leadership Class (pictured at right) partnered with

students at North Bend Elementary to collect toys for the Kiwanis

Holiday Toy Drive, to be shared with needy families throughout

the Snoqualmie Valley.

Honoring Local Veterans at our Schools

Many of our Snoqualmie Valley schools planned special activities for Veterans Day to honor those who have served our country. Local veterans, along with staff members who served prior to working in our schools, were invited as special guests at school assemblies across the district, such as the event at Fall City Elementary (pictured below).

SNOQUALMIE VALLEY STUDENTS SERVING THEIR COMMUNITY

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What’s Happening in our Schools?

Natural Helpers: Inspired to Help Others MSHS Natural Helpers attended an annual weekend retreat in November to learn communication and peer helping skills. Students then took their enthusiasm and new skills back into the school setting, to implement leadership projects to discourage peer pressure, bullying/harassment, substance abuse, and suicide. To learn more about how Natural Helpers promote a positive school environment, watch the visit their website at: http://mountsinaturalhelpers.weebly.com/.

Branding the 2014-15 District Strategic Plan

As part of the District Strategic Plan, we are working to raise awareness about the District’s mission, vision and goals. Throughout our schools, look for posters (shown left) and ask your school office for a copy of the Strategic Plan brochure (pictured at right), to better understand the District’s strategic focus for the school year.

The plan is intended as a working document. It is revisited regularly throughout the year at Board meetings and is updated each summer to reflect evolving priorities of our schools and students.

Our mission: to educate all Snoqualmie Valley children to prepare them for college, career and citizenship.

Mark your calendar:

STEM FEST 2015 Monday, February 9 at Mount Si High School

Learn how classes and activities are promoting hands-on, project-based learning of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts, while exploring related career options. See student exhibits and more...

Smart with Art at CVES

Check out a variety of student art on display at the Chase Bank lobby on Snoqualmie Ridge. A December reception for families of the young artists launched the exhibit.

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Life Skills/TLC Students are Fundraising for a Trip to Disneyland

Families of students in Mount Si High School Life Skills Program and the Snoqualmie Valley School District Transition Learning Center (TLC) have been very busy this fall working to raise funds for a special group trip to Disneyland this spring. While these special needs students often go on local field trips to experience the community and learn how to use public transportation, this would mark the first time the group has travelled together for such a significant trip.

From selling items at Wildcat Football games in October, to a special showing of the film “Frozen” at the NB Theater on November 24, to a Holiday Bazaar in December, their fundraising efforts continue. Don’t miss their next event — a Dinner Auction on January 17 (details at right).

For more information about their plans, or to help support their efforts, please contact MSHS Special Education Teacher Gerard Cline at [email protected] or 425-831-8096.

Welcome New School Resource Officer Focus on Education Community School Tour

You’re invited!

On Wednesday, January 28, the community will have an opportunity to attend school for a day! The 2015 School Tour will feature a visit to Opstad Elementary School and Mount Si High School, for a full day of classroom visits, and learning first-hand about student activities. RSVP with Kim Roeber at [email protected] or call 425-831-8007. Space is limited.

In partnership with the City of Snoqualmie, Officer Kim Stonebraker was hired as the new School Resource Officer (SRO) for the School District. She is based at Mount Si High School and supports all schools in the District. She assists the District in addressing issues that affect the safety, security and efficiency of the school system, as well as contributes to a positive environment for all students and staff.

“We are ecstatic to welcome Officer Stonebraker to our Wildcat community," said John Belcher, principal at Mount Si High School. "She brings compassion, empathy, and a deep desire to make a difference with our youth.”

At last year’s School Tour, young students demonstrated how they can create

animated illustrations for their stories.

Dinner Auction

Saturday, January 17

at Sno-Valley Eagles

$25 per person

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for silent auction.

Dinner is served at 7 p.m. Live auction begins at 8 p.m.

Entertainment and cuisine provided by MSHS students.

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Culinary Arts Program Receives State Fire Marshall Commendation Award Mount Si’s Culinary Arts students recently impressed local fire fighters and police during a luncheon the students catered. As a result, they were presented with the State Fire Marshall’s Commendation Award for their extraordinary service, professionalism, and delicious menu.

To inquire about hiring the students to cater an event, please contact Mount Si Culinary Arts Teacher Laura Tarp at [email protected].

To learn more about Snoqualmie Valley Schools, visit www.svsd410.org.

Hands-on Career Training

Elementary Schools:

Cascade View Elementary

425-831-4100

34816 S.E. Ridge St.

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Ray Wilson, Principal

Fall City Elementary

425-831-4000

33314 S.E. 42nd

Fall City, WA 98024

Monica Phillips, Principal

North Bend Elementary

425-831-8400

400 E. 3rd Street

North Bend, WA 98045

Jim Frazier, Principal

Opstad Elementary

425-831-8300

1345 Stilson Ave. S.E.

North Bend, WA 98045

Amy Wright, Principal

Snoqualmie Elementary

425-831-8050

39801 S.E. Park St.

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Kerstin Kramer, Principal

Mount Si High School:

Mount Si Main Campus:

8651 Meadowbrook Way S.E.

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

John Belcher, Principal Main office: 425-831-8100

Greg Hart, Associate Principal Attendance: 425-831-8200

Cindy Wilson, Assistant Principal Counseling: 425-831-8150

Mount Si Freshman Campus: F.C. office: 425-831-8450

9200 Railroad Ave. S.E., Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Vernie Newell, Associate Principal

District Administration Office: www.svsd410.org 8001 Silva Ave. S.E. phone: 425-831-8000 P.O. Box 400 fax: 425-831-8040

Snoqualmie, WA 98065

Joel Aune, Superintendent 425-831-8000

Jeff Hogan, Asst. Supt. Teaching and Learning 425-831-8019

Ryan Stokes, Asst. Supt. Finance and Operations 425-831-8011

Nancy Meeks, Exec. Director of Student Services 425-831-8015

Ruth Moen, Dir. of Instr. Support & Secondary Ed. 425-831-8018

Dan Schlotfeldt, Director of Elementary Education 425-831-8018

Beverly Root, Director of Personnel 425-831-8000

Jim Garhart, Director of Transportation 425-831-8020

Bill Davis, Director of Operations 425-831-8005

Tom Soika, Director of Food Services 425-831-8009

Carolyn Malcolm, Public Information Officer 425-831-8423

2014-15 Snoqualmie Valley School District Directory

Middle Schools:

Chief Kanim Middle School

425-831-8225

32627 Redmond-Fall City Rd.

P.O. Box 639

Fall City, WA 98024

Kirk Dunckel, Principal

Beth Castle, Asst. Principal

Twin Falls Middle School

425-831-4150

46910 S.E. Middle Fork Road

North Bend, WA 98045

Jeff D’Ambrosio, Interim Principal

Megan Botilinski, Asst. Principal

Alternative Programs:

Two Rivers School

425-831-4200

330 Ballarat Ave. N.

North Bend, WA 98045

Amy Montanye-Johnson, Principal

Parent Partnership Program

425-831-4200

Alexandra Clark, Program Coord.

Mount Si Online Academy

425-831-4217

Bev Weller, Program Secretary

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2014-15 Winter District Newsletter

www.svsd410.org

Snoqualmie Valley School District

Our mission: to educate all Snoqualmie Valley children to prepare them for college, career, and citizenship. Our vision: to become the best school district in Washington State by any measure.

A look ahead:

2014-15 School Calendar

Click the E-Calendar at www.svsd410.org for specific dates pertaining to each school and the District overall.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (no school) January 19, 2015

Mid-Winter Break (no school) February 16-20

Kindergarten Registration for 2015-16 March 5

Kindergarten Parent Conferences March 16-17

Spring Break (no school) April 6-10

Memorial Day (no school) May 25

Two River School Graduation June 10

Mount Si High School Graduation June 12

Last Day of Kindergarten/Preschool June 16

Last Day of Class for grades 1-12 (1/2 day) June 17* (*Make-up days, if necessary, may be added: May 22, June 18, 19, 22, 23, 24.)

Snoqualmie Valley Kiwanis Provides a Legacy of Support for Children

The School District is fortunate to enjoy the support of many community partners who care deeply about public education and the well-being of all children in the Snoqualmie Valley. The Snoqualmie Valley Kiwanis is one such valued partner whose members give generously of their time and support to local schools and children, through a variety of activities each year. Below are three examples of the positive impact they are making for youth in our community.

Holiday Kids Luncheon Kindness Essay Contest

Over 240 fifth graders participated in the Kindness Essay Contest by sharing their stories, and 12 young writers were awarded for their inspiring messages.

Donation of Dictionaries

Kiwanis members handed out 586 dictionaries to ALL third graders in the District and to their teachers. They explored the books in class and then students got to keep them for their own.

Kiwanis members treated several young guests to a special lunch at Mount Si High School, complete with caroling high school students and a visit from Santa.