July 7, 2020 Thank YOU TO THE MANY staff, students and community members who responded to our district’s recent survey regarding Spring school closure, online learning and anticipated fall reopening possibilities. We are reviewing survey results and comments, and the district will be working with select staff and community members to assess the data and identify... READ MORE >
We need your input as we work toward designing the 2020-21 school year. Please take a few minutes and complete the following survey. There is a separate survey for staff, parents and for students. The survey will be available until July 2, 2020. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r... (staff) https://www.surveymonkey.com/r...... READ MORE >
1. What are ‘P-EBT’ or Pandemic EBT (Emergency School Meals Program) benefits? Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), children who are eligible for free or reduced-price meals at school will get extra food benefits. These food benefits are called Pandemic EBT (Emergency School Lunch Program), or P-EBT benefits. P-EBT benefits help families in Washington buy food when... READ MORE >
Change in Immunization Recordkeeping June 2020 Dear Families, Morton School District is changing how we manage student immunization records. We are now using the School Module, an online system provided by the Washington StateDepartment of Health. The School Module allows us to quickly and efficiently check if your child has the vaccines required for school.... READ MORE >
New Immunization Record Requirements June 2020 Dear Parent or Guardian, Starting August 1, 2020, all immunization records turned in to schools or child care centers are required by state law to be medically verified. Immunization records must beturned into the school on or before the first day of attendance. This means immunizationrecords turned in to the... READ MORE >
The school districts meal delivery service is going to be changing from delivering food daily to bundling food and providing delivery only two days a week. Starting Friday, March 27, 2020 we will deliver breakfast and lunch for two days, Friday and Monday. On Tuesday’s, the district will be delivering breakfast and lunch for three days, Tuesday, Wednesday and... READ MORE >
InvestED PLEDGES $250,000 TO SUPPORT STUDENTS IN NEED DURING COVID-19 SCHOOL SHUTDOWN This is an extraordinary time for communities in Washington State to come together to support students in need. RENTON, WA, March 18, 2020 – InvestED, one of the state’s leading education non-profits, is taking immediate action to support students displaced... READ MORE >
White Pass Schools are closed Monday, March 16 through Friday, April 24, 2020 Parents and guardians – the White Pass School District would appreciate it if you could fill out the survey below by clicking on the link. It will help us plan for remote learning, meal service and possible child care. https://forms.gle/ahRehPdCZZLp... We encourage parents and... READ MORE >
White Pass Schools are closed Monday, March 16 through Friday, April 24, 2020 Students can visit the school Tuesday, March 17, 2020 to gather any materials and personal items that they may need during the closure between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. Please access the buildings from the front entrances. All other facilities at the school are closed including the gyms... READ MORE >
Good evening, White Pass, families and community. As a result of the governor’s order for all schools in the state of Washington to be closed through April 24, we wanted you to know that if your child needs to obtain any of their belongings, books or personal items , the elementary and the Jr/Sr high buildings will be open Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17,... READ MORE >
Starting Monday, March 16, White Pass schools will close through Friday,April 24, 2020. Governor Inslee has declared K-12 schools closed in WashingtonState. Public health officials have advised that a sustained closure can help slowthe spread of the coronavirus.We are currently in the process of developing district plans to support studentswith non-educational... READ MORE >
Book Release Party! Come celebrate 6th grade student authors from White Pass Elementary School as they share their new book, The Struggle for Freedom. Researched and written as part of a study of American colonialism and the enslavement of African people, this anthology of historical narratives is sure to impress readers of all ages. Join us as we celebrate... READ MORE >
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Dear Parents, School District Staff and Families: We are writing to you because we value the health and well-being of our students, staff and families. As you are aware, there are confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and deaths in Washington State. We want you to know that our district is working with local, state and national health agencies... READ MORE >
Attention, 4th-6th grade families!Field Trip Information NightWednesday, February 5, 20206:00-7:00pmWhite Pass Elementary School GymPizza will be provided.This spring, White Pass Elementary School students will have the chance to attend one of two extended outdoor-based science trips. From April 13-16, about half of the 4th-6th grade students will go to... READ MORE >
Register now to donate blood December 12th. Go to redcrossblood.org and enter whitepasshs to pick your time. READ MORE >
Please join White Pass School District staff for a Community Conversationabout our school cultureWe want to hear from you!What do you know about teaching, learning and positive culture in our schools? What have you always wanted to know?What do you envision as quality education for children & youth in the Big Bottom Valley?If you’re a community member, local... READ MORE >
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Coaches Needs for MWP Youth Volleyball grades 4-6th starts in February. If interested please contact Tammy Kelly (360) 827-2361. READ MORE >
Forest and Smores, Dear Santa, Good News ClubTake a look at the great events coming your way! READ MORE >
Contact jjudd@whitepass.k12.wa.us Thank you Hampton Lumber! READ MORE >
Fall Sports Signups Youth Football, Soccer & Cheerleading When: Thursday, June 6th Where: Glenoma Park Time: 6:00 p.m. Soccer- 6-8 year old cost is $50.00 Soccer- 8-12 year old cost is $60.00 Football 3-6th grade cost is $80.00 Cheerleading 3-6th grade $45.00 READ MORE >
7th grade students had the opportunity to spend time on Lower Columbia College campus yesterday. Students started with an administration presentation then there were off to visit the biology department to see a bearded dragon.While on campus they toured the nursing, art and automotive departments. To end our visit, students got to climb the rock wall! READ MORE >
Adirondack chairs are ready. You may purchase them from the White Pass wood shop class for $100 each. READ MORE >
Darcie Davis K-6 Track Meet is scheduled for Saturday June 1. READ MORE >
UPCOMING FIELD TRIPS May 23rd– 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grade Mt. Rainier Field Trip May 29th– K-3 Field Trip May 30th– 2nd Grade Field Trip to Woodland Park Zoo June 3rd-4th 5th Grade Overnight Field trip to Mt. Rainier June 6th– 1st Grade Field trip to McMahan Dairy Farm June 12th– 6th Grade Field trip to Mt. Rainier READ MORE >
MARK YOUR CALENDARS……… June 4th– Perfect Attendance Celebration June 11th– Preschool Graduation June 12th– Kindergarten Graduation June 13th– End of Year Assembly READ MORE >
UPCOMING SBA TESTING SCHEDULE May 20th– 5th Grade Math CAT May 21st– 3rd Grade Math CAT May 22nd– Keniston/Shook Testing May 23rd-Keniston/Shook Math May 24th– 3rd Grade Math May 29th– 5th & 6th Grade Math PT May 30th– 4th Grade Math PT May 31st– 4th Grade Math PT June 3-4 Make Up Testing Days Parents please... READ MORE >
MWP Youth Soccer SignupsFor Ages 4-12 When: Thursday, June 6th Where: Glenoma Park Time: 6:00 p.m. 6-8 year old cost is $50.00 8-12 year old cost is $60.00 Player turn out fees are due at the time of signups. If you have questions please contact Jennifer Lundy at (360) 496-1678. READ MORE >
50 Adirondack chairs will be for sale soon through the Brother Woods program.$100 eachProceeds will go to purchasing a die sublimation printer, a laser engraver and a CNC plasma cutter. READ MORE >
There will be a blood drive on Wednesday, May 1st from 9-3 in the frontgym. You must be 16 or older, see Mrs. Coleman or any National HonorSociety members for more information. READ MORE >
Our district will host a community meeting to discuss ALICE training. ALICE is a training program for school safety and lockdowns, and it stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, & Evacuate. This program is endorsed by federal and state law enforcement authorities, and is used by several other school districts in our region. White Pass Schools will begin... READ MORE >
Books and Blankets was a big success this week! We had 190 folks attend, and we were treated to a fantastic performance by Gansango Music & Dance from Seattle. And, everybody went home with a free book! Big thanks to Mrs. Kruger, Mrs. Guy, and Mary Prophit for organizing, and to all the volunteers who helped make the night a success, and to our friends at... READ MORE >
More Girls ages 6-8 are needed to complete a Fastpitch team. Forms are available in the Elementary School office if your child is interested. Also a coach is needed for the U-8 Girls Fastpitch team. For more information please contact Jen Montoure at (360) 496-1387. More boys ages 11-12 years old are needed to complete a baseball team. Forms are available in... READ MORE >
Books and Blankets When: Tuesday, March 12th Where: White Pass Elementary Time: 6:00-7:30 Featuring: West African Dance Team Live drums and percussion accompany dance in traditional movement. All ages welcome! Come join us for an evening of fun entertainment READ MORE >
The White Pass Scholarship Committee is hosting its 6th annual dinner and auction event at the high school on March 9 from 5 pm - 8 pm. The funds raised go to provide scholarships each year to graduating students in the White Pass School District. To purchase tickets to the event you can contact any committee member, stop at the Mountain View Timberland Library,... READ MORE >
January's character trait was Citizenship. Pictured:Front row: Bristol Eden, Tyson Hamrick, Kolton Ingalsbe, and Carly Valace. Middle row: Heaven Minor, Evie Wright, Bayzil Boles, Jessie Coleman, Nareenah Aron, Ireland Clayton, and Leonora’s Marcou. Back row: M. Coutsoubos, Race McKenzie, Kaliya Sams, Kymber Monsour, Taylor Barnes, Jeannie Bertram, Gage laclef,... READ MORE >
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Thank you everyone that continues to support the school by clipping box tops. It is amazing how this all adds up. We have brought in hundreds of dollars this year. This money will go to field trips, recess equipment and much more. If you are wondering how this works, it is very easy! First, find box tops on hundreds of your grocery products. Then, clip them out ad... READ MORE >
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November & December Student of the Month assembly will be on December 13th. READ MORE >
Santa Shop will be available from December 10th to December 12th. READ MORE >