Port Susan Middle School

Family & Student Update for 10.29.23

Greater Community

On Friday morning, we welcomed our students with their grownups to join us at Port Susan. It was wonderful to see the extension of our school community and I am thankful for our supportive PTO to help make that happen. In addition, I am proud of our jazz band and our director, Jonathan Bletscher. They are amazing to listen to and always makes the events we have a success. Thank you for all of the work that went into this event.

Cherae Almanza

Principal

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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.

PSMS Clubs

Students can now sign up for clubs in their Grade Level Classroom.

We have the following current clubs:

Robotics Club Flyer: Tuesdays with Mrs. Gale 2:15-4pm (Sign Up Here)

**NO ROBOTICS 10/31: MONSTER MASH!!!***

Crocheting Club Flyer: Thursdays with Mrs. Zurcher 2:20-3:30 (Sign Up Here)

Art Club Flyer: Thursdays with Mrs.Klein 2:15-3:45 (Sign Up Here)

Chess Club Flyer: Wednesdays/Friday (every other) with Mrs. Shoemaker 2:20-3:30 (Sign Up Here)

Game Club Flyer: Tuesdays (starting Nov. 7) with Mr. Bletscher 2:30-3:30 (Sign Up Here)

D&D Club on Mondays- INFO COMING SOON!

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Boys Basketball

Our games start this week, on Thursday. Please make sure to watch arbiterlive (link found here) for exact game locations, times, etc. With the Monster Mash after school on Tuesday October 31, JV will be practicing before school. Varsity will have an optional practice at LHHS. Coaches will be emailing practice and game schedules to you.

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Monster Mash After School Tuesday

On Tuesday, October 31st, we will have an after school dance/social. Permission slips went home with students this past week and parent pick up at 4pm. Costumes are allowed/encouraged on Tuesday during the school day and this event. We ask that masks are able to be removed and face paint is limited so we can recognize all students. In addition, replica of weapons are not allowed on school campus. We look forward to a fun event for our students.

Staff Shout Out

This week, we are recognizing Mrs. Titus!

How long have you taught at PSMS?: This is my 25th year at Port Susan. I have been lucky enough to teach almost all PE classes. I have taught health and I am currently teaching an activity elective class. My favorite unit to teach is pickleball. Another part of my job is being a coach. I enjoy seeing kids improve their skills and have fun being involved in sports.

What is your favorite part of Port Susan?: I love our energetic and hard working staff here at Port Susan. I also love the connections I get to make with students. One of my favorite things is seeing former students all grown up and doing great things!

What do you enjoy doing in your spare time/hobbies?: When I am not at school I cherish every moment I get to spend with my 4 busy grandchildren. I enjoy walking, playing pickleball, traveling with my best friend and spending time with my family. I feel blessed to teach at such a great school.

Week of 10/30 through 11/03

Monday, October 30th

*Cozy Day

Regular Schedule

Tuesday, October 31st

*Costume Day

Regular Schedule
Advisory: Homework/SSR
Monster Mash *after school dance/social (announcement link @ end of day for dismissal)

Wednesday, November 1st

*Navy & Grey Day (Diabetes Month)

Wednesday Schedule
Chess Club

Thursday, November 2nd

*Twin Day

Regular Schedule
Advisory: Homework/SSR
Art Club
Crocheting Club
Boys Basketball @ Anacortes

Friday, November 3rd

*Neon Day

Assembly Schedule (Spirit Assembly)

District Information

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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.

Learn about the Levy

Click the button to get the facts about our replacement levy

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.