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Stanwood High School
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Family Newsletter — Sunday, October 1, 2023
Walking around the building, students continue to be engaged. I see staff connecting with students during lunches, passing periods, and class time.
Staff and students were active in each room I visited, and learning occurred. I saw several engaging strategies, including student discussion and student-led teams.
The Spartan Leadership Team met and solidified our AAP Goal that we will work on for this year, which includes Tier 1 teaching practices of focus. We are dedicated to this work.
Homecoming is just around the corner, and the excitement is building. Planning is underway, and it will be a great week.
Our Jazz Choir attended a Mariner game on September 25th and performed very well. Below are a few photographs of their performance.
Enjoy the week!
Sincerely,
Mike Washington
Principal
Stanwood High School
7400 272nd St. NW
Stanwood, WA 98292
mwashington@stanwood.wednet.edu
Office: 360-629-1300
District Promise
Every student in the Stanwood-Camano School District is empowered to learn in an inclusive setting and is prepared for the future of their choice.
Stanwood High School Vision Statement
Stanwood Spartans are united in cultivating character, modeling respect, teaching leadership and connecting to community.
New Fentanyl Warning!
Local law enforcement officials have issued new warnings after “rainbow” fentanyl pills were recently found in Snohomish County.
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has also issued warnings about the “alarming emerging trend of colorful fentanyl” in the country that officials worry is aimed toward young people.
It is critical families understand the dangers of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times more potent than morphine. Authorities are increasingly seeing a wide variety of other drugs being laced with fentanyl — such as traditional prescription opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone or illegal opioids like heroin.
A lethal dose of fentanyl may be less than 2 milligrams, the size of four grains of salt.
Fentanyl overdose deaths are skyrocketing. In 2021, there were more fentanyl overdose deaths than all other drug overdose deaths combined, according to the CDC. Synthetic opioids — mostly fentanyl — now kill more Americans every year than died in the Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan wars combined.
In response to this crisis, our district stocks the opioid reversal medication Naloxone on each campus. It is accessible with our automated external defibrillator (AED) units.
Talking with youth about drugs - Snohomish County
The Hazards of E-Cigarettes - Upcoming Advisory Series
Many teens are curious about e-cigarettes. In 2022, about 14.1% of high school students and 3.3% of middle school students reported using e-cigarettes. Nearly half of high school students have tried an e-cigarette in some areas.
Many teens believe that e-cigarettes are safe. In reality, e-cigarettes contain nicotine and toxins, some known to cause cancer. Nicotine is highly addictive, especially to a developing teen brain.
What begins as experimentation can easily lead to a lifetime of nicotine addiction.
It does not take that long for young people to become addicted to nicotine because:
E-cigarettes provide nicotine in doses as large as, or larger than, regular cigarettes.
Children and youth become addicted to nicotine much faster than adults.
Nicotine has more harmful effects on the developing adolescent brain, making it worse for kids than adults.
Nicotine use as a teen raises the risk of using other substances and experiencing addiction later in life.
To help our students make better choices, SHS is training students by using a resource called CATCH My Breath over several advisory lessons starting October 19th. More information is forthcoming.
Invitation to join Student-Superintendent Leadership Team
Additional high school students are invited to apply to join the existing Student-Superintendent Leadership Team (SSLT).
If interested in joining, please use this link to apply.
The SSLT is a forum for students and the superintendent to discuss concerns, share ideas, and collaborate on initiatives that help guide district level decision-making.
Unique perspectives and voices at the table will help maintain environments that best support students. Students will also develop leadership, advocacy, and collaboration skills alongside a diverse community of peers.
Reminder - FERPA Forms are due to the Counseling Office
Restriction of Release of Directory Information (FERPA)
An IMPORTANT update! The FERPA form has been updated. Due to its effect on the SHS yearbook, ALL families to look over and resubmit the form if necessary.
The form designates privacy preferences in regard to the Military, Higher Education, and all Public/District/Local publications. Please read the form carefully.
Please return the completed form to Christy Headrick in the Counseling Office by Friday, October 6th, 2023.
BE ADVISED: If any boxes labeled Public, District, or Local are selected, the student will NOT be included in the annual yearbook.
Important Dates
October 9th-14th: Spirit Week
October 13th: Senior Photos Due for the SHS Yearbook
October 17th: Picture Re-Takes and Senior Class Photo and Jostens Visit (5th and 6th periods)
October 19th: Great Washington Shakeout- Earthquake Drill @ 10:19 am
October 20th: No School - Staff Professional Development Day
Class OF 2024 Information
Bell Schedules for the Week of October 2nd
Monday, October 2nd - Regular Bell Schedule
Tuesday, October 3rd - Regular Bell Schedule
Wednesday, October 4th - Late Start Wednesday
Thursday, October 5th - Regular Bell Schedule
Friday, October 6th - Advisory
SHS Hall of Fame Banquet Information
Tickets still available for the Stanwood High School Athletics 2023 Hall of Fame Banquet on October 7. For info on how to buy tickets and about the inductees, click HERE.
SHS Homecoming Information
Students: Mark Your Calendars!
We will celebrate our Spartan spirit throughout the Homecoming week, October 9-14.
Visit What's New on our website for much more information including ticket dates and cost.
FRIDAY, October 13:
Homecoming Assembly, 9:30 am
Homecoming Parade, 4 pm
Homecoming Football Game, 7 pm
SATURDAY, October 14:
Homecoming Dance, 7:00 - 10:00 pm
* Ticket sales begin Monday, October 2nd.
Parents & Guardians: Volunteers Needed!
If you'd like to be a chaperone for the Homecoming Dance, please email Lauren Amundson at lamundson@stanwood.wednet.edu.
You must have a current background check & volunteer clearance to be eligible. CLICK HERE to complete the application online.
Student Handbooks
To access the 23/24 Student Handbook in both Spanish and English - please go HERE.
ASVAB Sign-Ups
The ASVAB test will be administered on November 7, 2023 in the library at SHS. Students need to be in the library by 7:40 a.m. The test is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Students can leave after they have finished. All students need to bring their Chromebook (fully charged) to take the test.
The interpretation is scheduled for December 14, 2023 also in the library
Please contact Renee Herigstad for sign-ups at rherigstad@stanwood.wednet.edu or call 360-629-1300 x. 5222
AP Testing Information
For information regarding AP testing, schedules and payment - please go HERE.
FAFSA/WASFA 2024-25
Big changes are coming to financial aid applications this year. The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) would like to help students and families navigate these changes.
The 2024-25 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will not be available until December 2023. The WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) will also be delayed until the FAFSA opens. Applications usually open October 1st of a student’s senior year, so this is a major shift in the college planning process.
The good news is that this delay is due to positive changes in the financial aid application process:
The FAFSA form will be shorter and less complex.
More students will be eligible for federal Pell Grants, and the average Pell award will be larger.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
Athletic Department Update
SHS Athletics Helpful Links
Please visit our Linktree for access to a variety of Spartan information! Rosters, schedules, tickets and more: https://linktr.ee/go_shsspartans
Class of 2024 Senior Night Games
Oct. 6 - 7pm Cheer & Football vs Union
Oct. 11 - 3:30 Boys Tennis vs Shorecrest
Oct. 12 - 3pm Girls Swim vs AMHS
Oct. 23 - 7pm Girls Soccer vs Lynnwood
Oct. 30 - 7pm Volleyball vs MGHS
Spartan Sports Report
Keep up with all things Stanwood Athletics by subscribing to the Spartan Sports Report!
Click Here to sign up to receive weekly scores, news, photos and more.
Admission / Home Events
WESCO charges $7/$5 admission fall football, soccer, and volleyball. for home events in these fall sports: Football, Soccer, Volleyball. Entry is FREE for SHS students with their ASB card (must show at the gate)! Spectators can now purchase tickets in advance through GoFan or use a card at the gate; more information about our online ticketing can be found here.
WESCO Spectator Guidelines & Sportsmanship Code
The essential elements of character-building and ethics in interscholastic athletics are embodied in the concept of seven core principles: sportsmanship, discipline, leadership, teamwork, responsibility, dedication, and respect. In an effort to demonstrate sportsmanship in the stands we ask all spectators to adhere to these 5 basic guidelines:
- I will appreciate all good plays and players whether they compete for my team or my opponent.
- I will remember that school athletics are an extension of the classroom, and that learning is taking place.
- I will be positive and use respectful language towards players, coaches, officials, and other spectators.
- I will respect the abilities and sensitivities of our opponents and officials, regardless of the outcome of the contest.
- I will remember that my actions reflect on others, including students, school, and the community.
Spartans + Mariners
The Stanwood High School Jazz Choir opened the Seattle Mariners final homestand in style Monday, September 25, by performing the National Anthem! You can watch and listen in the video below. Great job Spartans!!
Contact an Administrator or Counselor
Administrators
Tom Wilfong, Assistant Principal: A-K: twilfong@stanwood.wednet.edu
Corie Gudgeon, Assistant Principal: L-Z: cgudgeon@stanwood.wednet.edu
Ross Short, CTE Director: rshort@stanwood.wednet.edu
Lauren Amundson, Activities/Athletic Director: lamundson@stanwood.wednet.edu
Counselors
Paige Watson: A-Em: pwatsonschornack@stanwood.wednet.edu
Maren Holzinger: En-K: mholzinger@stanwood.wednet.edu
Tricia Tayon: L-Rh: ttayon@stanwood.wednet.edu
Emily Elde: Ri-Z: eelde@stanwood.wednet.edu
Friday Family Message
Find the most recent Friday Family Message from the Stanwood-Camano School District online HERE
DISTRICT NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
The Stanwood-Camano School District does not discriminate in employment, 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 a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX/Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Christine Del Pozo (cdelpozo@stanwood.wednet.edu), or the Section 504/American Disabilities Act Coordinator, Robert Hascall (rhascall@stanwood.wednet.edu) Stanwood-Camano School District, 26920 Pioneer Hwy, Stanwood, WA 98292. Telephone: (360) 629-1200.
Parents/Guardians have the right to request their students' teachers' professional qualifications. For this specific information, please contact Mrs. Christine Del Pozo at cdelpozo@stanwood.wednet.edu or call 360-629-1200
7400 272nd Street Northwest
Stanwood, WA 98292
Main Office: (360) 629-1300