11.9.26 Staff Blog


Thank you for all the preparation and hard work you put into conferences last week.  I know students and families value your feedback and the time they get to spend with you in support of their students.  Thank you!!!

It’s time to get into that holiday spirit!  The results are in, and our holiday celebration will be on 12/18 starting at 6:00 p.m.  Further details are below.


Quick Look: 


Monday November 2nd-Friday November 6th

Wednesday Early Release Time- Individual

Thursday Evening- Conferences until 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday November 10th

Veterans Day Assembly 2:50-3:15 (ish)

**After K-5 students come in from recess, please come to the cafeteria

K/1 followed by 2/3, then 4/5

**Journey come with specialists by 2:50**

Wednesday November 11th

No School- Veterans Day Observed

Thursday November 12th

MTSS Meeting 8:15 in the Conference Room

Wednesday November 18th

Early Release- I

Thursday November 19th

Staff Meeting- 8:05 in the library

Wednesday November 25th

11:55 Dismissal (no Wolf Weekly)

Thursday November 25th-Friday November 26th

No School

Wednesday December 2

Early Release- P

Thursday December 3

MTSS Team Meeting

LOOKING AHEAD

Saturday December 5

Winter Market at Cascade K-8 Community School from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.


What is Winter Market?

Not to be confused with Market Day, Winter Market is a PUBLIC event that happens to be hosted here in the Cascade Gym and Cafeteria.

Some of the vendors may be members of our Cascade K-8 Community, some of the vendors are local vendors from the area.  Regardless of the vendor, this is a great time to buy holiday gifts or just treat yourself!  


Please stay tuned for details from PTSA, but If you are looking for a fun Saturday event, please stop by the Winter Market.

Friday December 18

Staff Holiday Party

Pine Street Condominiums (50 Pine St, Edmonds, WA 98020)

  • 6:00-8:30ish

  • White Elephant at 7:00


Saturday January 30

Kinderfest at the Shoreline Center from 10:00-12:00

Monday February 8

Eastside Band Concert at Shorecrest High School

  • Students arrive at 6:30

  • Concert from 7:00-8:00

Wednesday February 10

S.T.E.A.M Night

  • 4:30-5:30 Presenter Setup

  • 5:30-Food (fundraiser for TSA)

  • 6:00-8:00- Booths Open

Thursday February 11

Eastside Orchestra Concert at Kellogg Middle School

  • Students arrive at 6:30

  • Concert from 7:00-8:00

Wednesday-Sunday March 3-7

Centrum 8th Grade Camp

For more information: https://centrum.org/program/explorations-youth-program/

Monday April 26

Skate Night at Lynnwood Bowl and Skate 

Thursday May 20

Bite of Cascade/Art Fest/Plant Sale 

  • 5:00-5:30- Setup/Check In

  • 5:30-6:30-Food Available and Plants for Sale

  • 5:30-7:00-Art on display

Tuesday-Thursday May 26-28

K-5 Spring Camp at Camp Huston

Tuesday-Friday June 1-4

Grades 6 and 7 Spring Camp

Wednesday June 16

Moving On, Moving Up Ceremony at Cascade K-8 on the stage


  • 5:30-6:30- Ceremony

  • 6:30-7:00-Reception

*for more information, see below



SAFE SCHOOLS: ACTION

Safe Schools training is due by November 30th.  Here is the link to log in: https://shoreline-wa.safeschools.com/login


EVAL SUPPORT:HELPFUL

eVAL 3.0 is a new platform with updated functionality. We recognize that the interface is new and it may take some time to become fluent in the new structure.


Drew Dillhunt will be joining Ann Hayes-Bell and Paul Witzel during their Tech Office Hours on Tuesday and Thursday for the next two weeks (10/13, 10/15, 10/20, 10/22) to provide direct support to any staff that has questions about the system.


No scheduling necessary - just jump in and ask your questions! 


As a reminder, Digital Learning Team’s Zoom office hours are 7:00-9:00am

Zoom Meeting Link



PTSA GRANTS:HELPFUL

Grants are back!!  Here is the information you will need:


Here is a grant link.  Cascade K-8 PTSA Grant Application - Google Forms


This year we have $5K in grants available for use in the 24/25 school year budget.  Any staff that has interest in applying can fill out the application form.  It will be reviewed by the Finance Committee and recommendations will be presented to and voted on during RepBod meetings.  All funds must be used before the end of the school year.


The purpose of this program is: To nurture creativity and enthusiasm by awarding grants to members of the Cascade K-8  community to benefit the students in unique ways that improve or enrich their learning experience,  when funds are not otherwise available.  



SESPA EARLY RELEASE DATES: HELPFUL


Our district leadership is currently working to develop professional learning for SESPA members on 4 early release Wednesdays (see SESPA contract requirements below).  More information will be available soon, but I wanted to share the planned dates now so you have them for planning.


The dates are: 

  • October 28

  • December 9

  • February 24

  • April 28

Contract Language: Four times annually, building-based SESPA employees who work a schedule that results in them being on site during Early Release Wednesdays shall have the opportunity to attend professional development sessions developed by the District specifically to meet the needs of classified employees. Such professional development shall be offered after employee input regarding potential professional development opportunities has been sought by the district, and will be offered in such a manner as to facilitate job-alike professional development when appropriate.



SIDEWALK PROJECT STARTING (TENTATIVELY) FALL 2027: HELPFUL


The City of Shoreline is planning to build new sidewalks in your neighborhood.  The new sidewalks will fill gaps in the existing sidewalk network near Cascade K-8 School and Brugger's Bog Park. This work will include adding curb ramps, drainage improvements, and connections to driveways.

 

The sidewalks will be located:

  • On the north side of NE 200th Street between 25th Avenue NE and the existing sidewalk at Cascade K-8 School

  • On the north side of NE 200th Street between the existing sidewalk at Cascade K-8 School and the City’s eastern limits near 30th Avenue NE

  • On the west side of 25th Avenue NE between NE 200th Street and Brugger’s Bog Park

We are currently designing the project and plan to begin construction in fall of 2027.

 

Online Open House

Visit engage.shorelinewa.gov/200sidewalk
Dates: Open October 9 - 26

 

We want to hear any questions or concerns you have about this project. We are holding an online open house through October 26. Visit engage.shorelinewa.gov/200sidewalk to learn more and share your thoughts with us.

 

Please share with your neighbors and anyone else you think might be interested in the project.

 

Sincerely,

 

Tavia Tan │ Community Engagement Coordinator
City Manager’s Office│City of Shoreline
17500 Midvale Avenue N, Shoreline WA 98133
Office: 206-801-2226

Pronouns: she/her


Shorelinewa.gov
Engage.shorelinewa.gov

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