April 1, 2024, is World Autism Day, which kicks off World Autism Month! This honorary month is a time to raise awareness for and gain a better understanding of autism and those with autism in our greater community. You can learn more and locate resources from the National Autism Association at https://nationalautismassociation.org/
The fifth graders showcased their hard work and dedication during the Dancing Classrooms performance today, and it paid off - they were amazing! Thank you Enumclaw Schools Foundation and Southwood Elementary PTO for making this program possible!
Yesterday at Southwood: Taproot Theater Bullying Prevention Assembly, sponsored by the PTO!!
Thank you to our support staff district-wide, but especially to our heroes at Southwood!! We couldn't do it without you!
Don't forget about Spirit Week, Panthers!
Southwood Book Fair is running all next week! Please see the link for book fair details and to set up an eWallet for your student! Can't wait to see you there! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/southwoodelementaryschool9
The first Enumclaw School District Community F.O.C.U.S. meeting is tonight, February 27, 2024, at 6:00 pm in the Nancy A. Merrill Boardroom at the District Office. The address is 2929 McDougall Ave. Enumclaw, WA 98022.
To view the meeting via a webinar, go to https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/85113092943.
To learn more about this committee, visit https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/citizens-advisory-committee.
Dancing Classrooms is in full swing today at Southwood (pun intended)! The fifth graders have been having a great time learning different dances over the last several weeks and have been doing a great job! Thank you, Enumclaw Schools Foundation and Southwood PTO for helping bring this program to Southwood!
Share Fair yesterday was hit! The kids all did such a good job on their boards, as well as presenting to the other classrooms. It was so special watching the kids ask each other about their projects and seeing them be so interested in what the other had to say! And what a great turnout last night from the families! We also went above and beyond our goal for the food drive with a total of 2040 items!! Way to go, Panther Community!! Have a great mid-winter break, you've earned it!
Tomorrow is the last day for food drive donations and we're almost at our goal!!Don't forget that the two classes that collect the most get an ice cream party!
We are having quite the Valentine's Day here at Southwood! Mrs. Bubnick's 4th-grade class started the day with a special breakfast, while Mrs. Emerson's 3rd graders "charted" their hearts during math! Mrs. Markquart's kindergarteners did Valentine's rotations during their morning, and there was a surprise festive table set up at lunch!
Tomorrow, February 15th, is Share Fair Day.
Students will have the opportunity to share their projects with students and staff, during the school day.
We invite families to view student projects during our evening Share Fair Open House from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Student projects will be on display in classrooms. You are welcome to visit any or all of the classrooms.
In addition, lost and found will be spread out on the gymnasium stage for families to look through.
We can't wait for you to see what our amazing students have to share
FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR:
Create connections with community agencies, college representatives, legal resources, transit options, and specialized groups that can help our Special Education students and their families work toward their goals.
Visit the EHS Commons on Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM.
The event is geared toward families of students in Kindergarten through age 21.
You did it, Panthers!! 100 days smarter, 100 days taller, 100 days closer to summer!! Way to go!!
We've gotten February off to a great start here at Southwood! Last Thursday, the Fifth-grade students came together to perform a music concert here at school. They have been working hard over the last couple of months to practice their performance, and it turned out amazing! We also had our Panther Pride assembly on Friday, where students who exemplified the monthly skill of "Choices" were given a Panther Award. Way to go, Panthers!
Online Kindergarten Registration begins February 28, 2024.
Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/online-registration
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.
Don't forget our food drive competition starts Monday! Students can earn an ice cream party for their class!!
Attention Southwood Community: we are holding a food drive competition from February 5th to 16th to support our local food bank. K-2 classes will be competing against each other, and 3-5 classes will be competing against each other. The classes in each of those groups who bring in the most items will get an ice cream party! The food bank especially needs the following items: cereal, Rice-A-Roni, Past-A-Roni, dry beans, pasta, Top Ramen, canned chicken, canned tuna, chili, refried beans, stew or hearty soups, chicken noodle soup, chicken broth, pasta sauce, peanut butter, and jelly. Please send any items with your child starting next week, and let's show them what our Panther Community can do!
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.
