A gorgeous make-up day won’t slow Southwood down! Way to make today amazing, Panthers!
Did you know that May is National Get Caught Reading Month? Our Panthers have certainly been rising to the challenge and getting caught reading!
Last week, our amazing Battle of the Books team represented Southwood at the district competition. After months of dedication and reading, they showcased outstanding teamwork and did a phenomenal job in the fast-paced competition!
Then on Friday, our school library reached an exciting milestone by checking out its 10,000th book of the school year!
Way to go, Panthers! Your hard work and love of reading continue to make Southwood shine.
Join us this evening for the first of two community forums with our superintendent finalists!
Each finalist will spend a full day meeting with principals, student leaders, staff, union representatives, and district leaders, as well as touring schools and district facilities. The community is invited and encouraged to attend the finalist public forums:
Dr. Wade Barringer
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 12): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/84678903669?pwd=TKoIbYOaZYj1ONYjMlRbHG3oBzdbry.1&_gl=1*uptedp*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTc5MTEkajQ1JGwwJGgw
Dr. Mark Wenzel
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 13): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87575168432?pwd=SvFwo1wTuYQ3V3xKp1vEXHQrZ6kAJI.1&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&_gl=1*1paayw4*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTgwMjIkajU2JGwwJGgw
Each finalist will spend a full day meeting with principals, student leaders, staff, union representatives, and district leaders, as well as touring schools and district facilities. The community is invited and encouraged to attend the finalist public forums:
Dr. Wade Barringer
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 12): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/84678903669?pwd=TKoIbYOaZYj1ONYjMlRbHG3oBzdbry.1&_gl=1*uptedp*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTc5MTEkajQ1JGwwJGgw
Dr. Mark Wenzel
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 13): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87575168432?pwd=SvFwo1wTuYQ3V3xKp1vEXHQrZ6kAJI.1&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&_gl=1*1paayw4*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTgwMjIkajU2JGwwJGgw
Panther Pride Assembly Takeover!
Last Friday, our HERO Team took over the Panther Pride Assembly and did an amazing job! They led the announcements, announced awards, introduced our new Skill of the Month, and even led a fun game for everyone. We are so proud of the leadership and school spirit they showed throughout the assembly. Way to be leaders, HERO Team!
We also want to give a huge shoutout to the Panther Pride Award winners for last month’s skill: Courage! Thank you for showing bravery, and confidence in and out of the classroom. Congratulations to all of our winners!
Last Friday, our HERO Team took over the Panther Pride Assembly and did an amazing job! They led the announcements, announced awards, introduced our new Skill of the Month, and even led a fun game for everyone. We are so proud of the leadership and school spirit they showed throughout the assembly. Way to be leaders, HERO Team!
We also want to give a huge shoutout to the Panther Pride Award winners for last month’s skill: Courage! Thank you for showing bravery, and confidence in and out of the classroom. Congratulations to all of our winners!
Enumclaw School Board Announces Superintendent Finalists
The Enumclaw School District Board of Directors is pleased to announce two finalists for the district’s next superintendent: Dr. Wade Barringer and Dr. Mark Wenzel. Learn more on our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2861351
The Enumclaw School District Board of Directors is pleased to announce two finalists for the district’s next superintendent: Dr. Wade Barringer and Dr. Mark Wenzel. Learn more on our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2861351
Our kindergarten and 1st grade stars took the stage last night and absolutely stole the show. With big, smiles and tiny voices they sang their hearts out and did an AMAZING job! Bravo little musicians!!
And, a HUGE thank you to Mr. Whittaker, our amazing music teacher, for putting together such a wonderful show. 🎵
And, a HUGE thank you to Mr. Whittaker, our amazing music teacher, for putting together such a wonderful show. 🎵
OPEN NOW: Transitional Kindergarten applications for the 2026 - 2027 school year are open through May 22, 2026. https://forms.gle/qgkrN13kGeygof3i9
Please join our Teaching and Learning team on May 6, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Enumclaw Middle School Library for a preview of the middle school curriculum that has been piloted and recommended by staff for school board approval and implementation next school year.
Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to preview the materials and learn about the major topics of instruction for the new Middle School English Language Arts curriculum: https://knowledgematters.org/curriculum/amplify-ela-6-8/
Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to preview the materials and learn about the major topics of instruction for the new Middle School English Language Arts curriculum: https://knowledgematters.org/curriculum/amplify-ela-6-8/
Our 5th graders had a wonderful time reading outside with their 1st grade buddies today. There’s nothing better than enjoying a beautiful spring day while sharing some books and building friendships!
Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a fantastic (and sunny!) weekend ahead!
Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a fantastic (and sunny!) weekend ahead!
Southwood extends a warm thank you to the many volunteers who help in our school every day. The students and staff feel your impact and we are grateful for the time, energy, and other resources you provide to make school a better place.
Join us at the next School Board Meeting! Our next General Meeting is Monday, April 20, 2026. You will find the agenda posted 48 hours before the meeting on our School Board web page.
Enjoy Spring Break! School buildings are closed April 13 - 17, the District Office is closed on Friday, April 17. We will see you back in classrooms on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Neon Glow Spirit Day last Friday was a blast! It was so fun seeing all the bright colors and the excitement around school, our students really showed up and made the day special.
The assembly was just as fun, with a great choir performance, a glow dance party, and games that had everyone cheering each other on.
Shoutout to our Skill of the Month winners for Cooperation! We love seeing students working together and supporting one another, it makes Southwood such a great place to be!
Thanks for bringing the energy, everyone!
The assembly was just as fun, with a great choir performance, a glow dance party, and games that had everyone cheering each other on.
Shoutout to our Skill of the Month winners for Cooperation! We love seeing students working together and supporting one another, it makes Southwood such a great place to be!
Thanks for bringing the energy, everyone!
The month of April is School Library Month, and today is Librarian Appreciation Day! ESD libraries are more than a place to check out books - school libraries and their Library and Media educators create a welcoming environment for students to grow, learn, connect, and feel empowered. Please help show appreciation for the school librarians/media specialists and paraeducators across the district this, and every month. And a very special thank you to our very own library and media teachers, Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Lucas, who make our library an amazing place to be!
REMINDER:
Enumclaw School District Spring Break is April 13 - 17, 2026. All school buildings are closed during that time. The District Office will be closed on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Enumclaw School District Spring Break is April 13 - 17, 2026. All school buildings are closed during that time. The District Office will be closed on Friday, April 17, 2026.
A big THANK YOU to all of our future kindergarteners and families who joined us for orientation last week!
Our Class of 2039 had a big night, testing out a real kindergarten classroom, making new friends, and taking a short ride on the bus!
We loved meeting you all and are so excited to have you at Southwood next fall!
Our Class of 2039 had a big night, testing out a real kindergarten classroom, making new friends, and taking a short ride on the bus!
We loved meeting you all and are so excited to have you at Southwood next fall!
What a beautiful day for Running Club!
What a wonderful night at our 2nd and 3rd Grade Spring Music Concert last night! Our students did an amazing job, and it was such a joy to see their excitement as they spotted their families in the crowd and beamed with pride after each performance.
A huge thank you to Mr. Whittaker for putting together such a fantastic show, and to all the families and friends who came out to support our students. Your encouragement means so much!
A huge thank you to Mr. Whittaker for putting together such a fantastic show, and to all the families and friends who came out to support our students. Your encouragement means so much!
What a great way to spend lunch recess!
Between chess club with Mr. Whittaker and Makerspace in the library during makerspace, students were busy thinking, creating, and trying new things. It’s always great to see so many kids engaged and enjoying their time at Southwood in so many different ways!
And don’t forget—our 2nd/3rd grade music concert is tonight at 6 in the gym. We’d love to see you there!
Between chess club with Mr. Whittaker and Makerspace in the library during makerspace, students were busy thinking, creating, and trying new things. It’s always great to see so many kids engaged and enjoying their time at Southwood in so many different ways!
And don’t forget—our 2nd/3rd grade music concert is tonight at 6 in the gym. We’d love to see you there!
As a reminder, Panther Community:
