Thank you to the school counselors across ESD for all you do to help develop successful students. This week is National School Counseling Week and we recognize and celebrate the difference ESD school counselors make in students' lives, in and out of school.
Please join the Enumclaw School District in honoring the historical significance of Black history through February. In addition to the United States, Black History Month is celebrated in Canada, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. From the incredible achievements of Black trailblazers and the resilient spirit and historical impact around the world - let’s take time to honor the accomplishments and challenges unique to African Americans throughout history.
Don't forget that the EMS Learning Lounge is open on January 23rd and 24th this week! If you need to finish up some end-of-semester work or need help on an assignment, ask your teacher to sign you up for the Learning Lounge. You will meet in room C6 from 2:35 - 3:40 PM during your session. You must have guardian approval and a plan for how to get home!
Our amazing EMS Leadership and EMS Choir students did an incredible job leading our MLK JR. Day assembly at EMS on Friday! Even though an unexpected snow delay postponed the assembly by a week, students still had the chance to learn about the incredible work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this week. Great job, Timberwolves!
Are you getting all alerts from the district? Anyone (even students and community members) with the Enumclaw School District App on their phone can receive real-time notifications of changes in the school schedule, emergencies, closures, and more.
Download the app for free in Google Play or the App Store.
To set up push notifications, open the app, then:
1. Go to MENU in the bottom left of the screen.
2. Click SETTINGS on the bottom right.
3. Select PUSH NOTIFICATIONS.
4. Choose ENUMCLAW SCHOOL DISTRICT and any school(s) your student(s) attend.
This is the most efficient way to stay up-to-date with alerts across the district.
Thursday 1/18/24
Due to current and forecasted weather conditions this morning, all Enumclaw School District schools will operate on a two-hour delay out of an abundance of caution. There will be out-of-district transportation. Buses are running on normal routes. Birth to Five TK and ECEAP will run on a two-hour delay. AM ECEAP and AM DVPS are canceled and PM ECEAP will start on time at 12:15 pm and PM DVPS will start on time at 1:00 pm.
Join us in celebrating Temperance and Good Citizenship Day today, January 16, 2024. Students across the District are taking time to honor and understand civic education's importance, including the voting responsibility. You can learn more about the meaning and history of Temperance and Good Citizenship Day at https://medium.com/waospi/january-16-temperance-good-citizenship-day-a-timeline-e36044eac411
#TemperanceAndCitizenship #FutureVoter #learnleadimpactESD
1/12/2024
Due to weather conditions, all Enumclaw School District schools will operate on a two-hour delay. There will be no out-of-district transportation. Buses are running on snow routes. Our early release schedule is cancelled and students will attend school until the regular release time. Our Birth to Five Transitional Kindergarten will also operate on a two-hour delay.
Who wants to travel to Puerto Rico?! 🌴🌊
Current 6th and 7th graders at EMS have the incredible opportunity to join Mrs. Cheney on a trip in February 2025! If you're interested in learning more, make sure to RSVP to attend the upcoming informational meeting.
📅 Tuesday, December 19th
📚 The EMS Library
⏰ 6:30 - 7:30 PM
RSVP here ✅
https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/fkgzjxn
Spirit Week starts tomorrow at EMS! Join in on the 5 Days of Cheer from Wednesday 12/13 - Tuesday 12/19 ✨
❄️ Wednesday 12/13 - Winter Wear Day
❤️ Thursday 12/14 - Candy Cane Day
🎄 Friday 12/15 Elf vs Grinch Day
🧦 Monday 12/18 Holiday Comfy Day
🎅🏼 Tuesday 12/19 Holiday Sweaters & Hats
Principal's Message 12.6.2023
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Reminder: All ESD buildings will be closed Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 for Thanksgiving Break. Enjoy the long weekend!
Today, we honor the brave armed forces members who have selflessly served our nation. Happy Veterans Day to all our heroes, past and present! 🎖️ We're grateful for the veterans within our own community and the invaluable lessons they bring to our ESD. Let's remember and thank these remarkable individuals today and every day.
Ballots must be postmarked or dropped in an official King County Elections Drop Box by 8 PM, Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Don't miss your opportunity to vote! Official drop box locations can be found at https://kingcounty.gov/en/legacy/depts/elections/how-to-vote/ballots/returning-my-ballot/ballot-drop-boxes
Don’t forget to adjust your clocks back one hour this Sunday, November 5!
REMINDER: There is no school
Thursday, November 9 for a Teacher Directed Day, and Friday, November 10 in honor of Veterans Day
The district has received reports of issues with call quality (static) on our phone lines that are provided by Lumen, formerly known as CenturyLink.
Lumen will be doing work on our phone lines this afternoon at 3:30 pm.
This work will be "disruptive" and could lead to calls dropping or not going through for calls in and out of the district.
Internal phone calls from building to building, or within building will not be impacted.
Thanks in advance for your patience while we work with Lumen to resolve the issue.
REMINDER: There is no school on Friday, October 13, 2023 for a Teacher Directed Day.
Public Service Announcement:
Beginning at 11:20 a.m. today, it is expected that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will conduct a nationwide test of its Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts. The test will send emergency alert messages and/or sounds to radios, televisions. and consumer cell phones.
While this emergency test has nothing to do with the schools, due to the timing, it may disrupt the classroom environment. We are broadening the reach of FEMA's plan for nationwide testing so that our staff, students, and parents are aware that this test is happening.
All wireless phones should receive the message only once. The following can be expected from the nationwide WEA test:
Beginning at approximately 11:20 a.m., cell towers will broadcast the test for approximately 30 minutes. During this time, WEA-compatible wireless phones that are switched on, within range of an active cell tower, and whose wireless provider participates in WEA, should be capable of receiving the test message.
For consumers, the message that appears on their phones will read: “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.”
To help ensure that these alerts are accessible to the entire public, including people with disabilities, the alerts are accompanied by a unique tone and vibration.
For more information visit: https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20230803/fema-and-fcc-plan-nationwide-emergency-alert-test-oct-4-2023?fbclid=IwAR1v7I4xOezekalT1TBqqTucrt9p09VS9RYC3YFDiS5ys7rLIs4G-XtBn2k
Friday, September 8, 2023; 9:13am: Enumclaw High School is in Modified Lockdown
Enumclaw High School is currently in a modified lockdown due to rumors and reports of a potential threat from an individual not on our campus. During a modified lockdown, no one will be allowed in or out, so meetings at the school may need to be rescheduled. Modified Lockdowns are precautionary. Local law enforcement is responding. We will update families as soon as information is available. Maintaining the safety of students and staff is the priority at this time.