Congratulations to Mrs. Bibi's 1st grade class at Evergreen Elementary. Students in her classroom recieved a special visit from their school mascot, Whiskers, for five days of perfect attendance! Keep it up!

CHOICE students spent time cleaning up the Theresa Johnson Memorial Trail as part of their ecology class. Students had the opportunity to learn about sustainability and how the health of our environment can help support us in so many ways.

Mt. View students did an excellent job participating in the walkathon! Kids were excited to run and walk, while listening to music and former Mt. View students cheering them on from OMS during their recesses! Students will be awarded prizes for the most laps, being the hardest workers, and being the top earner.

Funds collected from the walkathon help pay for enriching materials and programming provided by specialists, such as author visits, costumes for musical programs, robots, fun PE games, and special art projects. Thank you to all of the supporters of this event!

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.

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.

Schedule an appointment to visit our resource center by contacting a family liaison:

• Bordeaux Elementary | Wendy Lankelis | (360) 426-3253 ext. 11002 | cell (360) 545-7310
  
• Evergreen Elementary | Lucrecia Hernandez | (360) 426-8281 ext. 12129 | cell ( 360) 463-4393
  
• Mt. View Elementary | Ivette Salamanca | (360) 426-8564 ext. 13017 | cell (360) 545-7136
  
• Olympic Middle School | Cleyri Zacarias | (360) 462-6671 ext. 14105 | cell (360) 280-3539
  
• Oakland Bay Jr. High | Isabel Castaneda | (360) 426-7991 ext. 15008 | cell (360) 545-2189
  
• Shelton High School | Veronica Lawrence | (360) 426-4471 ext. 16019 | cell (360) 968-9553
  
• Choice & Cedar High school | Betty Uriostegui | (360) 426-1687 ext.10541 | cell (360) 490-1235

Looking to donate to the SFRC?

It is the SFRC's goal to help every family find the information and resources available to ensure the most successful outcome from their educational experience in their respective schools. Please consider partnering with us this year, and thank you in advance for your contribution.

If you would like to help keep our food bank and clothing bank stocked, the following are our 'high-need' items: maseca, rice, beans, individually packed snack items, baby clothing, elementary-school-age sized clothing, new underwear, and black leggings in all sizes.

If you would like to donate your time to help sort clothing or make a monetary donation, please contact the director of the SFRC: Betty Uriostegui or the McKinney-Vento/Foster Care Liaison: Amanda Gonzales; (360) 426-7664.

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.

WHEN: Friday, October 18th 2024; 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

WHO: All are welcome

WHERE: Shelton Huff N’ Puff Trailhead – directly across Shelton Springs Road from Shelton High School parking lot/stadium

PARKING: Limited parking is available at the Huff N Puff trailhead; the Shelton YMCA is located in close proximity and welcomes attendee parking in the Shelton YMCA parking lot

Join family, friends, neighbors, community leaders and Rotarians at the Student Memorial Rededication Event (Huff N Puff trailhead). All are welcome to join in a Rededication ceremony recognizing local students who passed away while in grades 6 – 12, prior to completing their primary or secondary schooling. Installation of two new granite benches, updates and renovations to the existing memorial, and 24 newly engraved student names will be recognized during the Rededication Event.

The Student Memorial was originally established at the Huff N Puff trailhead in 1999 as Abe Gardner’s Eagle Scout project. Now, 25 years later, as a local Rotarian in partnership with the Shelton Rotary Club, City of Shelton, Shelton School District, and numerous local volunteers and donors, Abe is at the center of the current effort to update the Memorial, has connected personally with the families of students to be recognized, and will be present at the Rededication Event.

The project has received and continues to receive incredible support. An ambitious timeline and fundraising goal was established this past Spring, and by mid-August the baseline fundraising goal was met. This enabled the Shelton Rotary Club to move forward with purchase of the granite benches and a commitment to complete engraving and installation by Fall 2024. The fundraising effort continues, and will provide for continued updating, engraving and maintenance –as well as potential future installation of a third granite bench.

Over a year ago, the Shelton Rotary Club formally adopted the Huff N Puff through the City of Shelton’s “Adopt-A-Park” program. Since that time, Club members have focused on trail maintenance efforts and promotion of use and enjoyment of this community asset. The updated Student Memorial and new granite benches at the trailhead will provide an ideal setting to pause and reflect.

Join Mason Health and Mason General Hospital Foundation for their 5th annual Trunk-or-Treat event! Shelton School District will be hosting a trunk, so stop by and see us!

• When: Friday, October 25, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
• Where: North parking lot near the Emergency Department entrance – in the lots closest to K street and the schools.

Health & Prevention Strategies in Support of the Latinx Population

Thursday, November 14, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. *lunch included

Shelton Faith Lutheran Church

1212 Connection St

Shelton, WA 985854

Register Here: forms.gle/Q4ZUR33AMwsPZuk6A

Topics:

• Substance prevention, resources, and how to be involved in our community environmental and policy change.
• Opioid overdose and Narcan training
• Mental health and substance use addictions information data and resources

Y Care before-and after-school programs serve children from age 5-12 in an enriching child-directed environment that promotes the exploration of their interests and talents. The Y uses research-based approaches to social-emotional growth to foster a sense of belonging and opportunities for all kids to achieve.

AS LOW AS $0/MONTH

Recent changes mean more families than ever qualify for up to 100% of childcare costs to be covered through state subsidy. Email us at childcare@ssymca.net to learn more about this and other options available to ensure access for all.

Y Care will be offered at:

• Bordeaux Elementary - 350 E University Ave Shelton, WA 98584
• Mt. View Elementary - 534 EK St Shelton, WA 98584

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.

TVA’s Mission

The TVA mission is to develop and sustain a comprehensive victim assistance program that provides a culturally competent, confidential, multidisciplinary response for victims of crime, their families, and the community on and near the Skokomish Indian Tribe’s (The Tribe) reservation in rural western Washington.

• Primary, Secondary, and Related Victims that are Skokomish Tribal members and their families.
• Other Native American/Alaska Natives residing within the Mason County community
• With Approval from the Health Director Non-Tribal Members of The Community and Beyond
• 100% Confidential Services

Available Services: Safety Planning, Emotional Support, Transportation, Supplies, Shelter Support, Referrals, Utility Assistance, Rent Assistance, Temporary Housing, Accompany Medical Exam, Obtaining Court Paperwork, Job Seeking Assistance, Child Care, Cultural Advocacy, Legal Services, Court Appointments, Navigating Systems, Outreach, General Advocacy, Community Education, Assistance with Crime Victim Compensation Programs.

Contact Us

• Skokomish Health Center: 360-426-5755
• Victims Advocate: 360-463-1890
• Program Advocate: 360-890-6107
• Victim Services Manager: 360-426-5755
• Email: TVA@Skokomish.org

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.

• 10/11: 3 Hour Early Release
• 10/16: 1.5 Hour Early Release
• 10/21: 3 Hour Early Release - Conference Prep
• 10/22-25: 3 Hour Early Release - Conferences

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