Jag News

Dear Jaguar Friends & Families,

Big week here at Easton School with the Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2024 on Saturday June 8th at 11 am. The ceremony will be held in the multipurpose room and new this year is our ASB has planned a reception/BBQ/potluck directly after the ceremony outside near the elementary playground area.

To make the week even more exciting, ASB and Jag Leadership has planned a Spirit Week with daily dress up days(see below). I love this time of year as it is such a exciting time for our students and families.

Also please be sure to add Monday, June 10 for Easton School Awards Assembly held in the multipurpose room. Elementary Awards (K-5) will be at 9:00 am and Secondary Awards(6-12) at 1:00 pm. As you enter the school to attend the awards assemblies, in the hall ways we will have student projects on display from the various grade levels for parents to see. We are very proud of the work that our Jags have done throughout the school year. Unfortunately, I will not be there on Monday to celebrate with the students as my own daughter is graduating that same evening in Bellingham but I will be there in spirit.

These next few weeks are always a whirlwind, so hang on and enjoy the ride.

Have a great week and Go Jags!

Aaron Kombol

Superintendent

The issues surrounding cell phone use at Easton School has increased this past school year. In the past, we have allowed students to bring them into the classroom, use during passing periods and lunch, and at times have allowed their use in the classroom. However, the research is very clear. The use of personal cell phones in the classroom decreases student performance and the use of social media has a very negative impact on mental health with increased issues of bullying and harassment. Easton School is reviewing our current cell phone practices and the policies of other school districts in the State to perhaps develop a new plan. Before making a change to more rigorous policy, we would like to do an informal poll of our parents.

In recognition of our school's focus on the outdoors, The Pass at Snoqualmie Summit recently donated $15,000 to our Outdoor Education, Snow Sports and ASB to help us continue to offer these opportunities to our student.

Thank you again for the incredible donation and you have the Easton Mojo!

We know that making a commitment for athletic for next years seems way off in the future.

However, with a school our size every student's decision makes an impact. Mr. Hickman is requesting parents and guardians to please be talking to your students about their commitment to playing next year as he needs to order uniforms, determine schedules, hire coaches, etc.

Currently, Mr. Hickman is gathering numbers for next year's sports: HS volleyball, HS basketball, HS football, HS track, JH basketball and JH volleyball. He is also looking at the possibility for JH Track and JH Wrestling, but we need student participation numbers to make that happen.

Jerrol's in Ellensburg is organizing its 3rd annual School Supply Drive for any Kittitas County student in need. Last year, Jerrol's provided supplies to 250 students. This year they hope to exceed 500 students.

Students and their families can go to Student.Jerrols.com to register for their supplies and list what they need. The school supplies will be customized to the student’s request. Jerrol's will then contact the students and their families for supply pick up.

A huge Easton "Thank You" goes to Jerrol's for making this happen for student's in Kittitas County!

Nate Aceves: Paraeducator, Football Coach

acevesn@easton.wednet.edu

Marchel Allenbaugh: Technology, MS Social Studies, Outdoor Education

allenbaughm@easton.wednet.edu

Kristen Anderson, Grades 4&5

andersonk@easton.wednet.edu

Kayla Bielanin: PreSchool

bielanink@easton.wednet.edu

Jeff Brenning: Director of Maintenance & Transportation

brenningj@easton.wednet.edu

Joe Bufi: School Counselor

bufij@easton.wednet.edu

Paula Burton: Grade 6-8 ELA

burtonp@easton.wednet.edu

Rachel Cummings: District Secretary

cummingsr@easton.wednt.edu

Lisa Eyerly: Pre School Paraeducator

everlyl@easton.wednet.edu

Maddie Flaig: Special Education, Basketball Coach

flaigm@easton.wednet.edu

Mary Forry: Transportation & Student Supervision

forrym@easton.wednet.edu

Hayley Frey: Grades 2&3

freyh@easton.wednet.edu

Rachel Henderson: School Nurse

hendersonr@easton.wednet.edu

Kyle Hickman: PE, Athletic Director

hickmank@easton.wednet.edu

Becky Houle: Grades K&1

houleb@easton.wednet.edu

Jenny Jensen: Custodial & Student Supervision

jensenj@easton.wednet.edu

Aaron Kombol: Superintendent

superintendent@easton.wednet.edu

Jessica Lewis: English, History, HS Art

lewisj@easton.wednet.edu

Caitlyn Loyd: Secondary Math, ASB Advisor

loydc@easton.wednet.edu

Patrick Penoyar: Secondary Science, Outdoor Education

penoyar@easton.wednet.edu

Katherine Renton: Accounts Payable & Human Resources

rentonk@easton.wednet.edu

Melissa Sandby: Transportation & Custodial

sandbym@easton.wednet.edu

Jackie Tate: Food Service

tatej@easton.wednet.edu

Ofelia Todd: Paraeducator

toddo@easton.wednet.edu

Email: cummingsr@easton.wednet.edu

Website: www.easton.wednet.edu
Location: 1893 Railroad Street, Easton, WA, USA
Phone: (509)656-2317
Facebook: www.facebook.com/K12JauguarPride

Easton School District does not discriminate in any 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. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX, ADA, and Compliance Coordinator (RCW 28A.640/28A.642) Aaron Kombol, Superintendent, 1893 Railroad Street, Easton, WA 98926.509-656-2311.