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Stanwood High School
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Family Newsletter — Sunday, October 29, 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.
Reminder! AP Testing Information - Deadline is October 31st to register!
For information regarding AP testing, schedules and payment - please go HERE.
Deadline to register for AP Tests is October 31st!
Leaving a Closed Campus School During School Hours Updated-Including Lunch
Our schools are closed campuses. This means students are to remain on campus from the start of the school day until the final bell. Lunchtime is an on-campus activity. A student shall not leave the school campus during the school day unless excused by a parent/guardian through the school office. Students will not be excused for daily "off-campus" privileges or activities such as leaving the campus for lunch, eating lunch in private vehicles, etc.
Here is the district procedure that states this process. Please review page 4 of 5 titled "Leaving a Closed Campus School During School Hours."
Fall Conference Information
Fall Conferences will be held on November 15th, 16th and 17th. Beginning Monday, November 6th, parents/guardians, please call Mrs. Wendy Fox at 360-629-1300 x5229 to schedule a Fall Conference. More information will be included in next week's newsletter to assist parents/guardians in planning.
Halloween and Costumes Guideliness
On Tuesday, October 31st, students are allowed to wear costumes. However, there are guidelines to ensure the costumes don’t disrupt the educational environment.
Please do not wear masks or face paint. Props and costume accessories such as replica weapons, swords, knives, clubs, sticks, pitchforks, bags, wands, blood, and gore are not allowed. Thank you for following these expectations.
Join us on Tuesday for Trunk or Treat!
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.
Panorama Survey
On Friday, November 3rd, during advisory, students will take the Panorama Survey. Students and Staff selected the questions that will be used. The Panorama Survey will take less than 30 minutes to complete and allows students to share their voices on Social Emotional Learning, School Climate, and School Satisfaction.
The Staff will utilize the data to create the next steps to support all students better.
Important Dates
November 3rd: Senior GRAD ADS DUE - Go HERE for info
- Panorama Survey
November 10th: Veteran's Day (no school)
November 10th, 11th, 17th, and 18th: Fall Play (PAC) 7 p.m. Show
November 13: Winter Sports Begin
November 15th-17th: Fall Conferences (early release at 10:40, no late start)
November 20th: Shelter-in-Place Drill
November 23rd-24th: Thanksgiving Break (no school)
December 14th: Band Concert
December 18th: Choir Concert
Bell Schedules for the Week of October 30th
Monday, October 30th - Regular Bell Schedule
Tuesday, October 31st - Regular Bell Schedule
Wednesday, November 1st- Late Start Wednesday
Thursday, November 2nd - Extended Advisory Bell Schedule - Catch My Breath
Friday, November 3rd - Advisory Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule for Extended Advisory on 11/02 and 11/09
Catch My Breath Advisory Schedule:
0 Period 6:40-7:35
1st 7:40-8:28
2nd 8:33-9:21
Advisory 9:26-10:11
3rd 10:16-11:04
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1st Lunch 11:04-11:34
4th A 11:39-12:26
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4th B 11:09-11:56
2nd Lunch 11:56-12:26
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5th 12:31-1:18
6th 1:23-2:10
Spartan Marching Band
Congratulations to the Spartan Marching Band on an outstanding season. The Marching Band performed excellently and came in 9th place overall on Saturday, October 28th, at the Puget Sound Festival of Bands in Everett. We cannot wait to see you back on the field next fall!
Class OF 2024 Information
NHS Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat
Stanwood High School's National Honor Society is hosting the annual
Trick or Treat So Others Can Eat Food Drive!
The food drive is in full swing and will end on Friday, November 3rd.
Students are asked to bring canned or boxed non-perishable
food items to their second-period teacher.
The class with the most items will win a special prize from the National Honor Society.
All food collected will be donated to the Stanwood Camano Food Bank.
We can't wait to see all of the goods our school donates to give back to our community!
Reminder - 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
Athletics Department Update
State Bound Cross Country!
Congratulations to Coach Evans and our Spartan Cross Country team!
In Saturday's October 28th District race at Lakewood High School, sophomores Mary Andelin (18:28) and Ryan Khoury (15:41) finished first and second place, respectively! The Girls' Team finished 2nd place overall and qualified for state, and our Boys' Team finished in 6th.
Joining Mary and Ryan at State next Saturday in Pasco will be Brooke Berry, Stella Berrett, Olivia Barrows, Lauren Hruschka, Kylee Powell, Megan Grennell, Sarah Andelin and Victoria Nichols.
Good luck, Spartans!
Fall Postseason
As we near the postseason for fall sports, please subscribe to the Spartan Sports Report to get scores, news, and more. Please also visit WescoAthletics.com for more information!
Winter Sports
Winter sports will begin on Monday, November 13th. SHS offers Boys' & Girls' Basketball, Winter Cheer, Boys' Swimming, and Boys' & Girls' Wrestling. Students can get registered now through FinalForms! More information can be found on our website.
Attention Spartan Fans
Please read some of our reminders about Fan Conduct by clicking here.
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. 30 - 7pm Volleyball vs MGHS
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. 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.
November menu is now available
Families can find breakfast and lunch menus for November and meal prices on our Food Services webpage and via the Menu button at the top of each school website.
Meanwhile, we continue to encourage families to submit a Free and Reduced Meal application online via Skyward Family Access by clicking the Food Service tab and then Applications.
Community meeting about the replacement levy
The first in a series of free, public events to share information about the school district's replacement levy is taking place from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Nov. 2 in the Stanwood-Camano YMCA's Community Room.
The Replacement Levy will be on the Feb. 13 ballot. The levy is not a new tax. It is a replacement for our current levy, set to expire in 2024.
Come learn about the levy and ask any questions you may have.
Join our CFAC team
The Capital Facilities Advisory Committee (CFAC) plays a key role in developing our long-term capital facilities plan and providing input on facility use to ensure the community's values and priorities are accurately represented. Learn about the team on our CFAC webpage and complete this form to join.
Friday Family Message
Find the most recent Friday Family Message from the Stanwood-Camano School District online HERE
Contact Stanwood High School Staff
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