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Stanwood High School
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Family Newsletter — Sunday, November 26, 2023
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.
Important Dates
December 14th: Band Concert
December 15th: Winter Wishes Assembly
December 18th: Choir Concert
December 20th-January 2nd: Winter break (no school)
Bell Schedules for the Week of November 27th
Monday, November 27th - Regular Bell Scheudule
Tuesday, November 28th - Regular Bell Schedule
Wednesday, November 29th- Regular Late Start Wednesday
Thursday, November 30th - Regular Schedule
Friday, December 1st - Advisory Schedule
Drop Off and Pick Up Reminder
A reminder that students may only be dropped off and picked up in our Main parking lot off of 272nd. Please DO NOT use the lower parking lot to drop off and pick up your student, those are for buses. Thank you!
Eating in the library is no longer allowed
To keep the library as clean as possible, starting Monday, November 27th, students will not be allowed to eat lunch in the library. Before heading to the library, students will stay in the cafeteria, finish their lunch, and then go to the library.
Is your student struggling? When are teachers available for assistance?
Students who are struggling are strongly encouraged to ask their teachers for assistance. Teachers are available for extra support from 7:10 am to 7:40 am and 2:10 pm to 2:40 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays and 8:30 am to 9:00 am and 2:10 pm to 2:40 pm on Wednesdays. Students should work with teachers to schedule time.
Staff By Department
Parent Educational Opportunity
Parents/guardians can attend an online event 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28, from Stanford Research Lab on the Triangulum of Nicotine, Vaping, and Cannabis.
Designed specifically for parents and guardians, this event aims to provide valuable insights and information about these pressing topics. This event is not sponsored by Stanwood-Camano School District.
Learn about the risks, potential benefits, and how to have open conversations with your children.
Register online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-triangulum-of-nicotine-vaping-and-cannabis-for-parentsguardians-tickets-749577916727?aff=erelexpmlt
Attendance (EVERY DAY COUNTS)
We understand that students miss school for various reasons, many of which cannot be predicted or prevented. However, research shows that missing even 10 percent of school, or about 18 days in a year, can negatively impact a student's performance.
If your child is experiencing mental, emotional, or physical health issues that result in excessive (more than two in a month) or long-term absences, please get in touch with their counselor, the school nurse, or an administrator for assistance.
When students are absent, it is essential to excuse your students' absences within 72 hours of the student's return to school.
Please use the below process:
- Parents and guardians may excuse absences by calling the attendance secretary at 360-629-1305, through Absence Notification using their Family Access password, by emailing kmccurry@stanwood.wednet.edu, or by sending a note to the attendance office with the student.
- Messages on notes, voicemail, or email should include the first AND last name of the student, the date of the absence, the reason for the absence, and the parent or guardian's signature.
- Stanwood High School defines excused absences as due to illness, appointment, or family business.
- Oversleeping, car trouble, traffic congestion, and missing the bus are not considered excused absences.
- If the student has classes at Stanwood High School AND Lincoln Hill High School, you must contact BOTH schools to excuse absences.
Athletic Department Update
Winter Sports Participation Fees
Athletes are required to pay the participation fee and purchase an ASB card after making the team and before the first competition. Payments can be made ONLINE or in the main office (with cash or check) before, after school, or during lunch.
Students who qualify for fee waivers (free/reduced lunch, college bound, mckinney vento): please visit ASB Bookkeeper Janelle Owings in the front office to complete the necessary paperwork. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out and ask!
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
Spartan Sports Report
Keep up with Stanwood Athletics by subscribing to the Spartan Sports Report!
Click Here to sign up to receive weekly scores, news, photos, and more.
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. 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.
Class OF 2024 Information
More ways to learn about our levy
Last week, the district launched a weekly informational newsletter that delves deeper into different aspects of our upcoming replacement levy. Read the first in the series of levy newsletters HERE.
The district's goal is to provide factual information for voters.
In addition, there are several in-person public levy information sessions remaining on the calendar between now and Election Day on Feb. 13. You can rewatch our event from this past Monday on our Facebook page.
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