Thank you to the 150+ volunteers who helped make this year’s Career Expo a success! Their willingness to share their expertise with professionalism/employability skills in our workshops and their dedication to engaging with students in the PAC and at the EXPO truly made a lasting impact.

This event served approximately 1,500 high school students, offering them unique opportunities to connect directly with professionals and equip them with practical skills for their future careers. The time, energy, and knowledge you invested were integral to the success of this event and to fostering a culture of career and college readiness in our community. We look forward to future collaborations and to continuing our shared mission of empowering the next generation.

During the Career & College Expo, two teachers were recognized for their quality instruction and the extended learning opportunities they provide to our students.

• Mike Beyer, an exceptional Career & Technical Education Automotive teacher at Shelton High School, is recognized for his dedication to student engagement and inspiring a passion for learning. Through his inventive lesson plans, hands-on activities, and cutting-edge teaching methods, Mike creates a dynamic learning environment that keeps students captivated and motivated. His commitment to real-world learning is further enriched by his strong community partnerships, providing students with valuable industry connections and experiences. Mike’s innovative approach not only equips students with technical skills but also fosters a lifelong enthusiasm for automotive education.
• Jessica Roberson, a wonderful Career & Technical Education Health Sciences teacher at Shelton High School, is celebrated for her outstanding commitment to community involvement and dedication to building strong, positive connections between the school and the local community. Through active participation in community outreach, Jessica inspires students to engage in meaningful learning that will take them beyond the classroom. By fostering relationships that bridge the school and community, she not only enhances students' understanding of health science but also instills a sense of responsibility and pride in serving others. Jessica's work truly strengthens the bonds within our community and empowers students to make a lasting impact.

It was an excellent day to celebrate their work in front of their advisory students and a key community partner.

Cedar High School was recently spotlighted by New Tech Network! This prestigious spotlight is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit of both the staff and students. Graduates from Cedar High leave with a deep sense of culture and community, equipped with the skills and confidence to thrive in their post-high school journeys. Cedar's achievements reflect a commitment to excellence and a bright future. Read the full story below!

If you would like to learn more about Cedar, New Tech Network is hosting a FREE webinar as they explore how schools can cultivate a stronger community by embracing the voices of all stakeholders! Hear from educators from Cedar High School and Aiken New Tech High School and learn about how they’ve created a strong sense of community by authentically honoring diverse perspectives and implementing culturally affirming practices.

Congratulations to Sofia Rivera for being recognized as the Veterinary Assistant Student of the Quarter at New Market! This recognition is a testament to Sofia’s hard work, dedication and outstanding contributions to the program. She is SO thoughtful, kind, intelligent and centered.

The Student & Family Resource Center is open and now located at Choice School. Are you in need of something? We can probably help! Our resource center has a clothing bank with clothing for all ages. All of the clothing is either new or laundered before entering the bank. A household item bank may also have what you need: bedding, small kitchen appliances, and more! The newest addition to the SFRC is the food bank and hygiene bank. If you are looking for a community connection, the SFRC can help you connect with the right resource. Don't hesitate to contact your school's family liaison to schedule a visit to the SFRC!

• Bordeaux Elementary | Wendy Lankelis | (360) 426-3253 ext. 11002 | Cell (360) 545-7310 WLankelis@sheltonschools.org
• Evergreen Elementary | Lucrecia Hernandez | (360) 426-8281 ext. 12129 | Cell ( 360) 463-4393 LHernandez@sheltonschools.org
• Mt. View Elementary | Ivette Salamanca | (360) 426-8564 ext. 13102 | Cell (360) 545-7136 ISalamanca@sheltonschools.org
• Olympic Middle School | Cleyri Zacarias | (360) 462-6671 ext. 14105 | Cell (360) 280-3539 CZacarias@sheltonschools.org
• Oakland Bay Jr. High | Isabel Castaneda | (360) 426-7991 ext. 15008 | Cell (360) 545-2189 icastaneda@sheltonschools.org
• Shelton High School | Veronica Lawrence | (360) 426-4471 ext. 16169 | Cell (360) 968-9553 Vlawrence@sheltonschools.org
• Choice High School/Cedar High School | Betty Uriostegui | 360-426-7664 ext. 17009 | Cell (360) 490-1235 BUriostegui@sheltonschools.org

Join us at the Experience Cedar Showcase to explore first trimester triumphs. Monday, November 25th, from 4:20-6:30 pm, Cedar scholars will share their projects and findings.

Your school's Title 1 School-Parent Compact is an essential document that outlines the partnership between families and schools, ensuring that everyone is on the same page for success!

Also, you can click here to grab the Parent's Right to Know Brochure. This valuable resource will keep you informed about your rights and how to support your child’s learning journey. Let’s work together to create the best experience for our students!

Highly capable students generally possess the following learning characteristics [WAC 392-170-036]:

• Capacity to learn with unusual depth of understanding, to retain what has been learned, and to transfer learning to new situations;
• Capacity and willingness to deal with increasing levels of abstraction and complexity earlier than their chronological peers;
• Ability to make unusual connections among ideas and concepts;
• Ability to learn quickly in their area(s) of intellectual strength; and
• Capacity for intense concentration and/or focus.

Students identified as highly capable qualify for receiving services designed to meet their unique needs as a learner. These services might include:

• Grade Content Acceleration and/or Compacting
• Cluster Grouping
• Academic Enrichment
• Advanced/AP courses

Parents, teachers or other community members may nominate students. If you are interested, please follow these steps:

• Fill out the Parent Permission and Referral Form* and the Teacher Nomination Form.*
• Return ALL completed forms to your child’s school office by December 13th, 2024.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact:

Adrienne Minnery

Director of Curriculum & Instruction, K-6

What is the Ready! for Kindergarten Program?

Ready! for Kindergarten classes are FREE online & self-paced workshops for parents/caregivers of children ages birth to five years old who live in the Shelton School District. Through “play and learn” activities, these classes will give you the knowledge and tools you need to help your children get ready for school.

When and where are workshops?

Workshops are online and self-paced. You may pause and return to the workshop at another time. Each workshop takes approximately 1 hour to complete. Once you register to take a workshop, you will need to wait to be manually approved to start the workshop. Once you get approved, you will receive an email that you may start your workshop.

Once the workshop is completed, you will be prompted to fill out an online form where you can leave comments and also schedule a time to pick up your free tool kit*.

* PLEASE NOTE TOOL KITS ARE LIMITED AND FIRST COME, FIRST. Online workshops are still extremely beneficial without a toolkit.

Part 1 Workshops is open NOW - December 10

Who is eligible to attend?

Parent(s)/guardian(s) of children birth to five years of age who live within the boundaries of the Shelton School District. If you're not sure if you live in the Shelton School District boundaries, visit our school boundaries page to find out.

More than one child ages birth to five?

Please plan to attend Ready! for each child, as sessions are age-appropriate and happen simultaneously. You may choose to attend the workshop on multiple dates or bring an additional adult who can attend another class on the same date as you.

Shelton School District is looking for people who are fluent in Q’anjob’al and English. Paid hourly, as needed. If this is you, please contact Betty Uriostegui at (360) 490-1235; BUriostegui@sheltonschools.org or Krystal Moore at (360) 426-1687; KMoore@SheltonSchools.org.

You may be eligible for services if you or your family live in any of the following situations:

• In a shelter, transitional housing, motel, vehicle, campground, or on the street
• In an abandoned building, trailer, or other inadequate accommodations
• Temporarily doubled-up with friends or relatives because you lost your home, or cannot afford housing
• Living as an unaccompanied youth without your parent or guardian
• In the process of eviction or foreclosure

Some services offered to those in the program are immunization assistance, enrollment assistance, free meal registration, school supplies/backpacks, PE uniforms, clothing support, hygiene supplies, school fees, field trip or camp expenses, laundry support, transportation to and from the school of origin, access to rental and utility assistance, referrals to basic services (food, shelter, medical assistance, etc.), bilingual support for Spanish speakers, and more!

Please contact the district’s McKinney-Vento Liaison, Amanda Gonzales, if you believe you qualify: (360) 426-7664 | AGonzales@sheltonschools.org

Did you know that you could receive school notifications as text messages? This includes messages about school closures, delays, low or negative meal balances, and more! Opt-in today by texting “Y” or “Yes” to 67587.

The State & Federal Programs Department offers services and resources to eligible students to eliminate the achievement gap between student subgroups. We are committed to connecting with students, families, and the community to provide the education needed to achieve academic and personal success. The Federal Programs complaints process may be found on our website.

Shelton School District is not a sponsor of any of the events or resources under the "Community" section of the E-Community Link and assumes no responsibility for them.

Register your child{ren} between November 5-December 09, 2024

Where to Register:

• Online at: http://shelton-wa.toysfortots.org - Click Apply for Toys
• In-Person at: DSHS 2505 Olympic Highway N. Ste 440

Current information available on our Facebook page Toys for Tots Mason County

Where: Shelton High School's Performing Arts Center

Saturday, December 7 at 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 8 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Tickets are general admission

$17 in advanced, or $19 at the door

Tickets can be purchased by calling (360) 623-9010 or clicking on the link below.

Where: Shelton Church of Christ - 740 W Dayton Airport Rd

When: Sundays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Good News Club is an exciting, fun-filled weekly club for kids in which Bible literacy is developed with music, stories, and games. Free after-school program for students.

Contact: Belinda.Lau@cefofwa.com (360) 438-3419

FREE snack and crafts in the Evergreen Elementary Cafeteria!

When: Thursday, December 12, 2024, 5 - 6 p.m.

Get to know Girl Scouts, plan your next adventure, while we help families register and find or form new troops.

Ready to join? Visit www.girlscoutsww.org/join

Questions? Contact Elaine at eramsey@girlscoutsww.org

Youth Bowling: Saturday morning youth leagues are a great place for kids to start their bowling journey, have fun, and learn new skills! Programs provided both at Aztec and Westside Lanes.

Sound Scholars is a fun, daily, online class for kids ages 3-5 that uses music to build kindergarten readiness and prosocial learning skills in English, Spanish, Mam and Q'anjob'al at no cost to participating families.

School board meetings are held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Please check the district calendar for meeting dates and locations.

• 11/27/24: 3 Hour Early Release
  
• 11/28-29/24: No School - Thanksgiving

Right to Translation and Interpretation Services: All parents have the right to information about their child’s education in a language they understand. We can provide an interpreter or translated documents, free of charge when you need them. For assistance, please contact: Betty Uriostegui; 360-426-1687 ext. 10541

Derecho a Servicios de Traducción e Interpretación: Todos los padres tienen derecho a la información acerca de la educación de sus hijos en el lenguaje que ellos entienden. Podemos proveer con un intérprete o documentos traducidos de manera gratuita cuando los necesite. Para ayuda, por favor comuníquese con: Betty Uriostegui; 360-426-1687 ext. 10541

Ayon ti chi ko kamik’olne ko jatnene eloq yul ko q’anej chi jala yulaq ko na’: Ka axka tu chi ko sayek maktxel chi alon ko q’anej yin janoq ab’ix bay sanail kuyuj o ma b’ay eb’ mamej o ma janoq xa tx’oq ab’ixal. Chi huj e yalon bay Betty Uriostegui ta hay junoq che yoche chi ko jatne ek toq yul junoq xa txoq tiejal. 360-426-1687 ext. 10541