Week at a Glance
Columbia Elementary School - June 15, 2023
Columbia Elementary School
Developing confident, competent and compassionate people.
Bruce Denton, Principal
24 Hours Attendance Line: (425) 366-2605
Email: sierraan@mukilteo.wednet.edu
Website: https://www.mukilteoschools.org/Domain/104
Location: 10520 Harbour Pointe Blvd, Mukilteo, WA 98275, USA
Phone: 425-366-2600
Congratulations Kamiak Seniors!
Kamiak graduating Seniors who attended Columbia were welcomed with cheers, congratulations posters and smiling faces looking up at their future. While our school song "Oh Columbia" was played, the graduates walked through our school in their caps and gowns.
Congratulations on your graduation and best wishes on your next adventure!
Mark your Calendar
Friday, June 16
- Otter Pops Friday
- ALL LIBRARY BOOKS ARE DUE
- Learning Improvement Day (Dismissal 2:10 PM)
Monday, June 19
- Juneteenth (NO SCHOOL)
Wednesday, June 21
- Safety Patrol Field Trip (10:00 AM - 1:30 PM)
- 4th Grade WA State Fair (Seal's class ONLY 1:15 - 2:15 PM)
- Primary Field Day (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade 2-3 PM)
Thursday, June 22
- 5th Grade Celebration 92nd Street Park (9:30 AM)
- Intermediate Field Day (3rd - 5th Grade 2:00 - 3:00 PM)
Friday, June 23
- LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! (Dismissal 12:55 PM)
Library books are DUE!
Tomorrow is the last day to return ALL library materials. Please take time to look for missing books to avoid a library fine.
Thank you for your support this year! It has been a joy working with you and your readers!
Lost and Found is overflowing!
As we begin to wrap up the school year, I want to remind you that our lost and found is overflowing with jackets, hoodies, water bottles and many other items. Please make sure you or your child checks the lost and found rack, we will have them in the courtyard in front of the school front office. Any items that are not being claimed by June 23rd will be donated to a local charity organization.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Yearbook Distribution
Students who ordered a yearbook will receive their copy during Field Day. If your child did not order a yearbook and would like to purchase one, we have a limited number of copies will be available in the office for purchase for $17. First come, first served, (Cash or Check appreciated).
Elementary Summer Academy
Mukilteo School District’s Elementary Summer Academy waiting list is now open to students currently enrolled in kindergarten through 5th grade. Summer Academy offers reading, writing and math instruction to help students maintain their academic skills over the summer, promote self-advocacy, and build confidence in learning. Summer Academy will be held at Fairmount Elementary, July 5 – 27, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays. There will be no summer school on Fridays.
Breakfast and lunch are offered free to all students. Limited bus routes are available to all students. To add your student(s) to our interest list, please fill out this online form, once for each student: https://forms.gle/3J7XHQVYgJfFuiet7. Please note that daily attendance is expected for all 14 days of the program. Open spots are available until filled, so please complete the form as soon as possible if you're interested in summer school for your elementary student.
Summer Meals 2023
Mukilteo School District will host several summer meal sites offering breakfast and lunch at no cost to families.
All meals are FREE for children aged 18 and under, through the USDA's Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Meals will be served at both 'OPEN' and 'CLOSED' locations at varying dates and times.
Free meals at 'OPEN' locations are available to ALL children 18 and under.
Free meals at "CLOSED" locations are only available to children enrolled in the programs at the sites.
Moving To A New School
If you will not be returning to Columbia for the 2023-24 school year, please notify the office as soon as possible. This allows us to make room for new students moving into our school and records can be sent to the new school.
Attendance Line
If your student will absent or tardy, please leave a message on our 24 Hours attendance line at (425) 366-2605. If the absence is reported after 10:00 am, you may receive an automated call.
Please include:
- Student First and Last Name
- Date of absence
- Reason for absence.
We will only return your call or voicemail if we have questions.
Attendance Matters
Did you know that just TWO absent days a month can make it harder for students to stay on track? Attendance matters for all of us at Columbia Elementary, and we need your help! If you need support, please call (425) 366-2600. Avoid calling between 8:45-9:15 AM.
- Early Pick-Up
If your child will be leaving early for the day, families/guardians will need to send a note, email the teacher or call the office on the main line at 425-366-2600. (Avoid calling between 8:45-9:15 AM) Please do not leave a message on the attendance line. Please avoid picking up during their scheduled lunch, recess or time with specialists as it may take extra time to retrieve your student. Only an authorized person may take a child from school. Any student being dismissed prior to the regular dismissal time must be met in the office, where the student must be signed out by the parent/guardian or authorized person.
- Pre-Arranged Absence
Any absence not specifically covered, such as family vacations or other extended absence, must have a Principal approved pre-arranged absence form in order to be excused. This form must be completed and submitted to the school office one week prior to the scheduled absence.
Parent Engagement Liaison
Hi Columbia Families,
My name is Sydney Ross, and I am the Family Engagement Liaison at Columbia. My role is to help support families so your students can better succeed in school.
Some of the ways I can help include:
- Getting families connected with resources for basic needs such as food & clothing.
- Helping families navigate school district processes and systems.
- Connecting families with community resources.
- Connecting families with school programs such as the PTA and Natural Leaders.
- Answering any other questions that may arise for your family.
My hours are:
Monday 9:30-3:45
Wednesday 11-3:45
Thursday 8:45-3:45
Friday 8-11:00
Pease don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to partnering with you and your family.
Sydney Ross
425-366-2629
Disclaimer
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 (425-356-1735), nealsr@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Lisa Pitsch (425-356-1277), pitschla@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.