Mount Vernon Schools Calendar

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Mount Vernon Schools

Mount Vernon Schools

Sc h o o l C a l e n d a r & Parent Guide

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On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of the Mount Vernon School District, I’d like to welcome you to the 2011-12 school year. This calendar contains some important information and is intended to serve as a year-long resource for families. I would like to extend my personal thanks to our 12 sponsors who supported its production:

• Hugo Helmer Music

• Saunderson Marketing Group

• Skagit Regional Clinics

• MVEA•PSE•MESA•GeneralTeamstersUnion Local 231

• CityofMountVernon•MountVernon,GetaGreat Life

• Halgren Orthodontics

• Williams and Nulle

• SkagitPediatrics

• SkagitPublicUtilityDistrict

• Mount Vernon Youth Soccer Association

• NorthCascadeFamilyPhysicians

• PeoplesBank

This school year finds us adjusting to significant drops in federal and state funding. We have made a number of reductions across the district as a result. However, we have worked hard to protect the classroom to the maximum extent possible.

We all know that challenging times, while difficult, also provide opportunities. Our plans for 2011-12 offer some creative solutions, including the addition of 20 minutes to the elementary student day. We have been

concerned about the brevity of the elementary student day for a number of years. The additional time will allow our elementary schools to broaden and enrich the curriculum for our students.

Our major focus will continue to be on our primary mission—to increase student learning. We have been engaged in a number of improvement efforts over the past three years through our involvement in the large scale Summit Improvement Initiative. It is now time for us to focus and simplify, building on the best of what we have learned. This will include:

• Fine tuning the implementation of our new elementary reading curriculum and instructional model;

• Improving student achievement in math and science;

• Supporting the use of highly effective instructional strategies in all classrooms; and

• Ensuring that work assigned to students is rigorous and challenging.

Early this fall, we will begin an effort to involve our staff and the community in defining the knowledge and skills that are essential for a graduate of Mount Vernon High School. While fundamental, this is a step we have tended to overlook in the past. What we learn will then allow us to ensure the goals we set and the steps we take to achieve those goals are based on a common vision of education in Mount Vernon.

In September we will begin the process of renovating the Mount Vernon High School gymnasium and field

house. This project, initially part of the 2001 bond, will be funded through a combination of state matching funds and a federal interest-free loan, payable over 15 years. These facilities, which are a valuable asset to the entire community, will be remodeled in a way that preserves the present “old gymnasium” appearance.

Sometime during second semester, we will ask voters to approve the replacement of our current Maintenance and Operations Levy, which expires at the end of 2012.

This levy provides approximately 15% of our operating revenue and funds basic, essential services including classroom teachers, instructional assistants, fine and performing arts programs, librarians, counselors, programs for highly capable students, and services for students with disabilities. Soon after the start of school, the School Board will begin considering options for both the amount and length of the levy.

Publiceducationiseveryone’sbusiness.Whileschooldistricts have the major responsibility 36 weeks of the year, we cannot do it alone. I encourage you to consider ways to support our children and youth in school and at home. Together, our efforts will lead to successful learners strengthening our community.

Working together to support student achievement

Carl BrunerSuperintendent

Superintendent’s LETTER

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Your Mount Vernon Schools Board of Directors is composed of five District citizens elected by voters for four-year terms. Board members serve in an unpaid, voluntary capacity. Although directors represent specific areas of the School District, all voters elect all Board members.

Board authority is established by the Washington State Legislature. Your Board acts under the direction and restrictions of state law. The Board’s legal responsibilities are to:

• Establishgeneralpolicyfortheschoolsystem;• Employschoolpersonneluponrecommendationofthesuperintendent;• Adoptandrevisetheannualoperatingbudget;• Informthepublicoftheneedsandprogressoftheeducationalsystem;• ExercisethelegislativepowersconferredorimpliedbytheLegislature

in administering school functions;• Selectthesuperintendentofschools.

Regular Board meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each monthat6p.m.atvariousschoolsinthedistrict.Pleaseseespecificcalendardates for corresponding locations.

Meetings are open to the public. Notices of all regular and special meetings aresenttoradiostationsKBRC,KSVR,KAPS,andtheSkagitValleyHeraldandSkagit Valley Argus community newspapers.

Mount Vernon School Board

Robert Coffey21636 Swan RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273(360) 428.6915District #3Term: Expires 11/2011

Laura Cailloux 15730 Kamb RoadMount Vernon, WA 98273(360) 848.6706 District #1Term: Expires 11/2011

T. J. Larrick328 S 28th StreetMount Vernon, WA 98274(360) 848.9323District #3Term: Expires 11/2011

Superintendent’s Message ................. 2 November 2011 ............................... 15 August 2012 .............................................. 33School Board ...................................... 3 December 2011 ................................ 17 Special Programs ....................................... 34Our Mission ........................................ 4 January 2012 ................................... 19 A Healthy Start .......................................... 35Partnerships ....................................... 5 February 2012 .................................. 21 Emergency School & Transportation Going to School .................................. 6 March 2012 .......................................23 Schedule Changes ..................................36-37Buses and Safety ............................... 7 April 2012 ........................................ 25 District Directory ......................................... 38August 2011 ....................................... 9 May 2012 ......................................... 27 Mount Vernon Schools / Hours ................... 39September 2011 .............................. 11 June 2012 ........................................ 29 October 2011 ................................... 13 July 2012 ......................................... 31

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Charles Guildner3922 Foxglove CircleMount Vernon, WA 98273(360) 416.0292District #5Term: Expires 11/2013

LuAnne Burkhart3612 E. BroadwayMount Vernon, WA 98274(360) 421.2896District #4Term: Expires 11/2013

Every effort is made to ensure that our calendar information is accurate. However, dates and events are subject to change throughout the school year.

PhotosbyMVHSStudentJordanVidmore,2011Courtesy of Skagina class instructor Craig Meldahl

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What we’re all about…

Successful learners strengthening our community.

The mission of the Mount Vernon School District

is to inspire and engage all students in learning,

while challenging each to commit to his or her

own present and future success. In partnership with the community, we will provide a safe and

caring environment, in which diversity is valued and there is a strong commitment to high levels of achievement.

Mount Baker Middle School

Madison Elementary Little Mountain Elementary Skagit Family Learning Center

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Parent GroupsThe administrators and staff of Mount Vernon Schools extend

an invitation to you to join in providing support that enhances

your child’s education and environment. As a parent, you are

automatically a member of the ParentGroupassociationatyour

child’s school.

Through their monthly meetings, ParentGroupsprovideanumber

of family related and cultural enrichment activities throughout

theyear.Additionally,ParentGroups serve as advocates for

your children by voicing concerns and seeking solutions.

ParentGroupsponsoredactivitiesinclude: fund-raisers, playground improvements, artist in residence

programs, cultural enrichment assemblies, and technical support.

If you would like to take part, contact your school office for

meeting times and information.

VolunteersThe Mount Vernon School District has a proud history of volunteers working in our schools. It is our mission that each child succeeds in a school community of lifelong learners working together with supportive resources in a nurturing environment. Volunteer service is vital to the success of our schools.TheDistrict’sJuniorAchievementandVISITS(VolunteersInSchoolsInspire Today’s Students) programs invite parents, grandparents, students and community members to help make a difference in our schools.

Mount Vernon School District has coordinators who oversee the volunteer program at school locations. Any person interested in volunteering is encouraged to contact a volunteer coordinator. The volunteer coordinator will match interests with school needs.

A specific number of volunteer hours is not required; however, a regular time commitment is appreciated.

Opportunities for volunteers to contribute their time and energy include:• Tutoringstudentsone-on-oneorinsmallgroups;• Sharingexpertiseandtalentswithstudentsandstaff;• Assistingwithprojectsandactivities;• Helpingintheclassroom,office,library,playgroundorlunchroom;• Mentoringinschoolsasrolemodels,guides,confidantsandfriends.

To learn more about our volunteer programs, please visit our website at www.mountvernonschools.org or contact the volunteer coordinator at the school ofyourchoice.PleasenotethatvolunteerswillbeaskedtosubmitcharacterreferencesandtocompleteaWashingtonStatePatrolcriminalhistorybackground check.

Partnerships“Volunteers have the heart and take the time.”

Skagit Family Learning Center

Jefferson Elementary

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Going to SchoolRegistrationStudents age 5-21 years old may attend Mount Vernon Schools. Registration takes place at your neighborhood school. The school principal makes the teacher assignment.

ParentsofstudentsenteringtheSchoolDistrictneed to provide:

• Proof of immunization or letters of exemption

• A birth certificate• Students transferring from another

district should provide transcripts from the previous school to help in determining the appropriate grade placement

Entering kindergarten, students must be fiveyearsoldbyAugust31.Policiesforearlyentrance and school attendance for those over 18 years of age may be obtained from the District Office at (360) 428.6110.

Outside the District TransferStudents wishing to attend a school outside the Mount Vernon School District may seek release by completing the application for attendance in a nonresident district. Forms are available at the District Office or call (360) 428.6110.

Inside the District TransferStudents are expected to attend the school designated for their respective residential areas; however, a parent or guardian may request that his/her child be allowed to attend another school in the District by completing a Request for School Change application. Requests for school change will be considered up to the designated enrollment capacity at each grade level within each school.

The following factors are taken into consideration when the District determines student transfers:

• Each student’s educational program• Neighborhood groupings• Location of siblings• Location of parent’s place of work and/or

childcare

In all cases, transportation to and from school outside the designated attendance area is the responsibility of the parent/guardian. Any student who develops a pattern of tardiness or nonattendance will have their acceptance revoked. Requests for school change are effective for only one year.

Washington Elementary

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The Mount Vernon School District's Transportation Department is committed to ensuring that students have a safe ride to and from school.

School Bus RulesChildren riding school buses are under the capable supervision of qualified bus drivers. Safety is the foremost concern of Transportation Department staff. Bus drivers are responsible for the safe conduct of students and are in full charge of buses. Students are responsible for their own behavior.

Students should arrive at the bus stop five minutes before their bus is scheduled to arrive. Students are required to ride only their assigned buses.

Each year, the Mount Vernon School District, through a cooperative effort between school bus drivers and school building personnel, trains all enrolled students in how to safely evacuate a school bus in an emergency.

Every day, drivers see that each child is delivered safely to his or her designated bus stop. No child is allowed to get off the bus at other than his or her designated stop unless permission is given by school authorities, in the form of a bus pass, acting upon written parental request. If a child is unsure of her/his bus stop or is on the wrong bus, the child is returned to the school and parents are contacted.

Failure to follow District rules may result in suspension of transportation privileges. Information about bus routes may be obtained by contacting the Transportation Department at (360) 428.6147.

Buses and Safety

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Washington Elementary

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Summer HSPE, Writing – Day 1 Summer HSPE, Writing – Day 2

Summer HSPE, ReadingSchool Board Meeting

7 pm, MVHSSummer HSPE, Science

Football paperwork and fees due

Fall sports paperwork and fees dueFootball practice begins

Fall sports practice beginsSchool Board Meeting

7 pm, MVHS

MVHS Photo DayHigh School LINK Day for

Freshmen

Jefferson School Open HouseMadison School Back-to-

School BBQWashington School Back-to-

School BBQMVHS Photo Day

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This month sponsored by:

Hugo Helmer Music, Inc.1025 Goldenrod Road, Burlington, Washington 98233360.757.0270 www.hugohelmermusic.com

Mount Vernon High School

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Sunday domingo

Monday lunes

Tuesday martes


Thursday jueves

Friday viernes

Saturday sábado

Labor Day Holiday

Little Mountain Open House First Day of School

7th Grade Only

First Day of School, All Students

School Board Meeting6 pm, MVHS

Grandparents Day

Mount Baker Parent MeetingFirst Day of School,

Kindergarten Students Centennial Parent Meeting

MVHS Photo RetakesMount Baker Middle School

Photos

MVHS Parent MeetingMadison Parent Meeting

Washington School Parent Meeting

LaVenture School PhotosLaVenture Open House

Migrant Parent Advisory Meeting

School Board Meeting6 pm, Centennial

Lincoln School Open HouseJefferson Parent Meeting

Mount Baker Middle School Open House

First Day of AutumnMadison School Photos

Madison McTeacher NightRosh Hashanah

Football vs. Burlington (at MVHS)

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Primer Día de Otoño

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Saunderson Marketing GroupWe Create Possibilities • Marketing Solutions • Image Development • Measurable Results

www.saundersonmarketinggroup.com

Little Mountain Elementary

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Sunday domingo

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oc tubreCrime Prevention Month October 2011

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November 2011 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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LaVenture Parent GroupLittle Mountain Parent

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Columbus DayMount Baker Middle School

Parent MeetingHomecoming Week

National School Bus Safety Week

MVHS College and Career FairWashington School Parent

Meeting

Washington School PhotosSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, Jefferson

MVHS Open HouseGrades 9-12 Early Dismissal –

ConferencesMigrant/Bilingual Family Event

Lincoln School PhotosGrades 9-12 Early Dismissal –

Conference Time Exchange

Jefferson School PhotosPrincipal for a Day

Madison Photo Retakes Madison Fall Festival

Centennial Parent Meeting MVHS Photo RetakesMount Baker Middle School

Photo Retakes Homecoming Football

Centennial School PhotosLincoln Parent Meeting

School Board Meeting6 pm, MVHS Little Mountain School Photos Yom Kippur

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Skagit Regional ClinicsServing Mount Vernon, Anacortes, Arlington, Camano Island, Sedro-Woolley, Stanwood & Oak Harbor

360.428.2500 www.srclinics.org

Centennial Elementary

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LaVenture Photo RetakesLincoln Parent Meeting

Centennial Photo RetakesSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, MVHSLittle Mountain School Photo

Retakes

Daylight Savings Time Ends

American Education Week

Little Mountain Parent Meeting

General Election DayCentennial Parent Meeting


Winter sports paperwork and fees due

Grades K-6 Early Dismissal – Conference Planning Veterans Day Holiday

Lincoln Photo RetakesGrades K-6 Early Dismissal –

ConferencesGrades K-8 Early Dismissal –

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Grades K-6 Early Dismissal –Conferences

Grades K-8 Early Dismissal –Planning / ConferencesMVHS Parent Meeting

Grades K-6 Early Dismissal –Conferences

Grades K-8 Early Dismissal –Planning / Conferences

Grades K-8 Early Dismissal –Conference Time Exchange

Madison PTO MeetingMount Baker Middle School

Parent MeetingWinter Sports Practice Begins Washington Parent Meeting

Washington School Photo Retakes

School Board Meeting6 pm, LaVenture LaVenture Multicultural Night

Thanksgiving Break Thanksgiving Break

Jeffferson School Photo Retakes

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MVEA•PSE•MESA•GeneralTeamstersUnionLocal231Mount Vernon Education Association Public School Employees Mount Vernon Educational Support Association

Proudly supporting the students, parents, and staff of the Mount Vernon School District

Lincoln Elementary

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Sunday domingo

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Primer Día de Invierno

Little Mountain Parent Meeting Lincoln Parent Meeting


Pearl Harbor Day

Mount Baker Middle School Parent Meeting Centennial Parent Group

Migrant / Bilingual Family Night

Winter Break Begins Hanukkah Begins First Day of Winter

Christmas DayHoliday

Christmas Eve Holiday

Navidad

Kwanzaa Begins New Years Eve

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CityofMountVernon•Mount Vernon, Get a Great Life

www.ci.mount-vernon.wa.us www.getagreatlifeinmountvernon.com

Madison Elementary School

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eneroJanuary 2012

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New Year's Day Holiday New Years Holiday - ObservedReturn From Winter Break

Lincoln Parent MeetingSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, MVHS

School Board Meeting6 pm, Little Mountain

Madison PTO MeetingLaVenture Parent Group

Mount Baker Middle School Parent Meeting


Martin Luther King, Jr. DayHoliday

MVHS Parent MeetingWashington Parent Meeting Jefferson Parent Meeting

Chinese New Year

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Halgren Orthodontics1711 East Division Street, Suite A, Mount Vernon

360.336.3436 www.halgrenorthodontics.com Find us on Facebook


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Día de Presidentes

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Black History MonthSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, MVHS Groundhog Day


National School Counseling Week

Lincoln Parent MeetingWLPT Testing Window Opens


Centennial Parent GroupSt. Valentine's Day

School Board Meeting6pm, Madison

Madison School Chuck E Cheese Family Night

Grades K-12 Non-Student Day Non-Contract Day

(Snow Day)

President's Day Holiday Washington Parent MeetingSpring Sports Paperwork and

Fees Due

Spring Sports Practice Begins Leap Day

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Williams and Nulle PLLC CPAs407 Pine Street, Mount Vernon

360.336.6611 www.wncpa.com


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marzoMarch 2012Youth Art Month Music In Our Schools Month

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Primer Día de Primavera

Centennial Spring PhotosLincoln School Spring Photos

Read Across America Day

Little Mountain Parent Meeting Lincoln Parent Meeting

Washington School Group & Spring Photos

School Board Meeting6 pm, MVHS Little Mountain Spring Photos

WLPT Testing Window ClosesDaylight Savings Time Begins


High School Proficiency Exam - Writing

Classified School Employee Week


Madison PTO Meeting

High School Proficiency Exam - Writing

Centennial Parent GroupHigh School Proficiency

Exam - Reading St. Patrick's Day

MVHS Parent MeetingWashington Parent Meeting

First Day of Spring

LaVenture Science Fair / Celebration of LearningSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, Lincoln

Migrant / Bilingual Family Event

Grades K-6 Early Dismissal - Conference Planning Madison School Carnival

Grades K-6 Early Dismissal - Conferences

Grades K-8 Early Dismissal - Conferences / Conference

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ConferencesGrades K-8 Early Dismissal -

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ConferencesGrades K-12 Early Dismissal - Conference Time Exchange

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Skagit Pediatrics2101 Little Mountain Lane, Mount Vernon, Washington360.428.2622 www.skagitpediatrics.com

Madison Elementary

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Administrative Professionals Week

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April Fool's Day Spring Break Begins


Good Friday Passover

Easter

Lincoln Parent MeetingMadison Group Photos

Centennial Parent GroupMount Baker Parent Meeting

Washington Parent MeetingPublic School Volunteer WeekSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, Mount BakerJefferson Parent Meeting

Holocaust Remembrance Day

MSP Testing begins, Grades 3-8National Arbor DayJefferson School Spring Photos

Mount Vernon High School Science Night

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SkagitPublicUtilityDistrictWater—Make Every Drop Count! • Celebrate Drinking Water Week May 6-12

Mount Baker Middle School

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Día de las Madres

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Lincoln Parent MeetingNational Sight Saving Month


Teacher Appreciation Week Centennial Parent MeetingLittle Mountain Parent

Meeting National School Nurse Day

Mother's Day


Madison PTO Meeting Washington Parent MeetingSchool Board Meeting

6 pm, Washington Armed Forces Day

National Educational Bosses Week MVHS Parent Meeting

Migrant / Bilingual Family Event

Memorial Day Holiday

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Mount Vernon Youth Soccer AssociationSign up now for our fall season at www.mvysa.org


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jun ioNational Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month June 2012

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Great Outdoors Month

End of Course Math ExamEnd of Course Biology Exam


Lincoln Parent Meeting


High School Baccalaureate High School Graduation

Mount Baker Middle School Parent Meeting Centennial Parent Meeting


Last Day of School, 7th Grade Only

Flag DayLast Day of School, All

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North Cascade Family PhysiciansProviding quality health care for the entire family for over 25 years

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Día de la Independencia

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Independence Day HolidaySchool Board Meeting

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Peoples Bank 800.584.8859 www.peoplesbank-wa.com

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School Board Meeting 6 pm, MVHS

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Special ProgramsFinding the most appropriate program for MV students

Children with disabilities (birth to age 21) have a wide range of programs available based on their particular need. Special education services are delivered in regular classrooms, and in self-contained and resource room settings. Services are available at all schools including speech/language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, psychological assessment, and home-basedinstruction.Programsmaybe on a Mount Vernon School District site or at another educational location. Every student who receives special education must have an Individual Education Program(IEP)developedbyteachers,parents, and other professionals. For more information, contact Special Services at (360) 428.6141.

The Bridge Program serves kindergarten age children in the Mount Vernon School District who have special needs and require extra instruction to gain kindergarten skills and readiness for first grade.EachstudenthasanIEPwithgoalsand objectives designed to develop social and academic skills. This smaller classroom group may include typically developing peers from the neighborhood who serve as communication and academic role models. Speech, occupational therapy and physical therapy are provided as needed.

Childfind is a program for developing and implementing awareness and screening activities for the purpose of locating, identifying, and evaluating resident students, or students enrolled in a

K-12 private school in Mount Vernon, who are suspected of having a disability. The Special and Support Services Department helps families determine if their students are in need of receiving special education and related services. These procedures encompass students ages birth through 21 regardless of the severity of the disability. Families living in Mount Vernon with a child between birth and 21 years of age may bring questions or concerns about how the child is developing to the Special and Support Services Office (360) 428.6141.

The Community Transition Program (CTP) prepares special education youth ages 18-21 for life by integrating community resources into their extended high school education. Students learn academic subjects as they relate to "real world" applications, such as practicing consumer skills, home-economics skills, and learning to use public transportation. A key component of the program is providing work-based learning experiences to our students. The primary goal of work-based learning is to have students participate in internships that are supervised by workplace mentors aswellasCTPstaff.

The Guide Program, located at Mount Baker Middle School, is a specially designed program for middle school students with behavior disabilities.

The Middle School Life Skills Program, located at LaVenture Middle School, is a specially designed program for students with intellectual disabilities.

Preschool education (birth to age three) is provided through the SkagitPreschoolandResourceCenter(SPARC)forchildrenbirthtofiveyearsoldwho have special needs. The preschool program classroom setting consists of a daily routine of activities rich in the development of physical, self-help, social, academic, and communication skills.Physicaltherapy,occupationaltherapy, and speech/language therapy areprovidedasneeded.Parentsareencouraged to volunteer in the classroom and participate in parent meetings throughout the school year. For more information, please call (360) 416.7570.

The QUEST Program, located at JeffersonElementarySchool,isaspeciallydesigned program for elementary students with behavior disability.

Resource Room Programs are offered for students with disabilities who need extra, individualized instruction in basic academic subjects.

The RISE Program, located at Mount Vernon High School, is a specially designed program for students with behavior disabilities.

The SOAR Program is a life skills class located at Mount Vernon High School, and is designed for high school students with intellectual disabilities.

The Spectrum Program provides classes for students on the autism spectrum who need a high level of services, which are available at Madison Elementary School and LaVenture Middle School.

Special Education Records RetentionIn accordance with state law, six years or more after a student withdraws from the Mount Vernon School District or exits from special education services, a portion of the student's records is archived and then all of the special education records for that student are destroyed. The records are unique to special education services. The records do not include school transcripts, attendance records or immunization records. If you or your child is or has ever been qualified for special education, it is very important for you to ensure that you have your child's special education records, even after graduation. If you have any questions about obtaining special education records, or would like a copy of your records, please call the Special Services office at (360) 428.6141.

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School LunchesThe District Food Team strongly believes that healthy, nutritious meals and learning go hand in hand. We are accomplishing this by offering students at all elementary schools breakfast atno charge.

All families who meet federal income eligibility standards may apply for meals at a reduced rate or at no cost. Applications are given to all students at the beginning of the school year and may be completed and returned to the school. All information provided is kept confidential.Paymentformealsmaybepaid in advance.

The Mount Vernon School District has certificated nurses who are assigned to multiple buildings to oversee health care services. Each nurse is in-building from one to two days a week. In the event you need to speak directly with a nurse, contact the school where your child attends and ask for the day the nurse will be in the building.

Health ScreeningsWe provide state mandated annual health screenings for students grades Kindergarten-fifth and seventh, including vision and hearing testing.

In cooperation with the Skagit County Health Department, we help implement the free second-grade dental sealant program.

ImmunizationUnder Washington state law, all students must present or have on file documentation of their immunization status on or before each child’s first day of attendance.

Students may be exempted for medical, philosophical or religious reasons. A medical exemption requires a physician’s signature. The signature of a parent or guardian is needed to exempt a student for religious or personal/philosophical reasons.

MedicationsIn order to administer over the counter or prescription medication at school, an Authorization for Administration of Medications at School form must be filled out and signed by both a parent/guardian and a physician/dentist. For the safety of everyone, all medication must be delivered to the school by an adult and needs to be in its original container. This is especially important information to remember if your child should go on an overnight field trip.

Participation in AthleticsAll students participating in athletics are required to have a physical examination and health insurance before participating in Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) programs.

We offer medical insurance coverage for students at a reduced premium through an independent carrier. Enrollment information is sent home with each student in the fall. Contact the District Athletic Office at (360) 428.6191 for details.

A Healthy Start Breakfast ProgramKindergarten–6th ...................FREEGrades 7-12 ...............................$1.75Adults......................................... $2.50 Reduced .................................... $0.30

Lunch ProgramKindergarten–6th ................. $2.50Grades 7-12 .............................. $3.00Adults......................................... $4.00Reduced .................................... $0.40

MilkStudents .................................... $0.50Adults......................................... $0.50

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Mount Vernon:• NopickuponShermanLane.PickupatSwan

Road and Sherman Lane.

• NopickuponNorthridge.PickupatNorthridgeand Francis Road.

• NopickuponWoodridgeDrive.PickupatWoodridge and Hoag Road.

• NopickupinForestEstates.PickupatWoodland Drive and Digby Road.

• No pickup on Waugh Road between College WayandDivisionStreet.PickupatFirand30thStreet, Waugh and Division or Waugh and College Way.

• NopickuponLittleMountainRoad.PickupatJeffersonElementary.

• NopickuponCascadeRidge.PickupatCascadeRidge and Stackpole Road.

• NopickuponEdgemont.PickupatCollegeWay and Monte Vista.

• No pickup on Thilberg Road. Meet at Francis Road and Swan Road or Swan Road and Thilberg Road.

• NopickuponNorthPamelaDrive.PickupatHickox Road and Stackpole Road.

• NopickupinNorth18thPlaceloop.PickuponNorth 18th Street.

• NopickuponForestRidge.PickupatCollegeWay and Windsor.

• NopickupintheThunderbirdarea.Pickupat30th and Fir Street or Division and 30th Street.

• NopickupinSkagitHighlands.PickupatSkagitHighlands and Division.

• NopickupinEaglemont.Pickupatclubhouse.

• NopickuponBrittanyandShantel.PickupatDivision and Waugh or Broadway and Waugh.

• NopickuponBroadwayStreet.PickupatDigbyRoad and Broadway or Broadway and Waugh.

• NopickuponBlodgettRoad.PickupatAnderson Road and Dimensional Sound or Hickox Road and the Fire Station.

Conway:• NopickuponTyeeRoad.PickupatTyeeRoad

and Bulson Road.

• NopickupinHermwayHeights.PickupatHighway 534.

• NobusservicetoLakeMcMurray.PickupattheFire Station.

• NopickuponSilvernailRoad.PickupatFaganRoad/332 Street and Silvernail Road.

SCHOOL CLOSURE and/or Emergency schedule changesWeather, floods or unexpected emergencies may require school closure and/or changes in transportation schedules. During these emergency situations, be prepared for possible delays involving school bus pick-up/drop-off times and locations.

The following radio and television stations begin broadcasting emergency information at 5:00 a.m.:

KAPS660AM•KBRC102.1FM&1430AMKOMO1000AM•KIRO710AM•KAFE104.3FMKOMO4TV•KING5TV•KIRO7TV•FOX13TV

Announcements will say:• Schoolsclosed.Allactivitiescancelled.• Schoolsopentwohourslate.Busesonlimited

bus routes.• Schoolsopen.Busesonlimitedroutes.

No announcement means schools are on normal schedule.

School schedule changes due to emergency situations are available on the District Web site:www.mountvernonschools.org andatthePublicSchoolsEmergencyCommunicationsSystem Web site: www.schoolreport.org

Emergency School & Transportation Schedule ChangesLimited bus routes for snow and ice

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Cierre de Las Escuelas y/o Cambios en Los Horarios Debido a EmergenciasEs posible que en casos de clima extremo, de inundaciones o de emergencias inesperadas sea necesario cerrar las escuelas y/o cambiar los horarios de transporte. Durante esas situaciones, esté preparado para posibles demoras en los horarios y las paradas de los autobuses escolares.

Las estaciones de televisión y radio que se detallan a continuación comienzan a transmitir información de emergencia a las 5:00 a. m.:

KAPS660AM•KBRC102.1FM&1430AMKOMO1000AM•KIRO710AM•KAFE104.3FM KOMO4TV•KING5TV•KIRO7TV•FOX13TV

Los anuncios dirán:• Lasescuelaspermaneceráncerradas.Secancelan todas las actividades.•Lasescuelasabrirándoshorasmástarde.Los autobusescircularánsolamenteendeterminadasrutas.

• Lasescuelasestaránabiertas.Losautobuses circularánsolamenteendeterminadasrutas.

Si no hay anuncios, las escuelas funcionarán en el horario normal.

Los cambios en el horario escolar por situaciones de emergencia se publican en el sitio web del Distrito:www.mountvernonschools.orgy en el sitio web del Sistema de Comunicaciones sobre EmergenciasdelasEscuelasPúblicas:www.schoolreport.org

Cambios en los horarios de las escuelas y del transporte debido a emergencias debido a emergenciasRutas de autobús limitadas por la presencia de nieve y hielo

Mount Vernon:• NohabrárecogidaenShermanLane.Serecogerá

a los niños en Swan Road y Sherman Lane.

• NohabrárecogidaenNorthridge.Serecogeráalos niños en Northridge y Francis Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenWoodridgeDrive.SerecogerálosniñosenWoodridgeyHoagRoad.

• NohabrárecogidaenForestEstates.Serecogeráen Woodland Drive y Digby Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenWaughRoadenmediodeCollegeWayyDivisionStreet.SerecogeráenFirSt.y la calle 30, Waugh y Division o Waugh y College Way.

• NohabrárecogidaenLittleMountainRoad.SerecogeráenlaescuelaprimariaJefferson.

• NohabrárecogidaenCascadeRidge.Serecogeráen Cascade Ridge y Stackpole Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenNorte16nienFlorenceStreet.

• NohabrárecogidaenEdgemont.SerecogeráenCollege Way y Monte Vista.

• NohabrárecogidaenThillbergRoad.Puntodeencuentro en Francis Road y Swan Road o Swan Road y Thillberg Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenNortePamelaDrive.SerecogeráenHickoxRoadyStackpoleRoad.

• NohabrárecogidaenNorte18thPlaceLoop.SerecogeráenNorte18thStreet.

• NohabrárecogidaenForestRidge.SerecogeráenCollege Way y Windsor.

• NohabrárecogidaenlazonadeThunderbird.PuntodeencuentroenFiroDivisionylacalle30.

• NohabrárecogidaenSkagitHighlands.SerecogeráenSkagitHighlandsyDivision.

• NohabrárecogidaenEaglemont.Serecogeráenel Club Social.

• NohabrárecogidaenBrittanyyShantel.SerecogeráenDivisionyWaughoBroadwayyWaugh.

• NohabrárecogidaenBroadwayStreet.Puntodeencuentro en Digby Road y Broadway o Broadway y Waugh.

• NohabrárecogidaenBlodgettRoad.Puntodeencuentro en Anderson Road y Dimensional Sound o Hockox Road y la estación de bomberos (Fire Station).

Conway:• NohabrárecogidaenTyeeRoad.Serecogeráen

Tyee Road y Bulson Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenStarbirdRoad.Serecogeráen Starbird y Bulson Road.

• NohabrárecogidaenHermwayHeights.SerecogeráenlacarreteraHighway534.

• NohabráserviciodeautobusesaLakeMcMurray.SerecogeráenlacarreteraHighway534.

• NohabrárecogidaenSilvernailRoad.Serecogeráen Fagan Road o 332 Street y SIlvernail Road.

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Mount Vernon School District No. 320 124 East Lawrence Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 428.6110 fax: (360) 428.6172 www.MountVernonSchools.org

Superintendent (360) 428.6181 Carl Bruner, Ed.D.

Assistant Superintendent, Teaching&Learning (360) 428.6175 Cathey Frederick

Executive Director of Personnel&HumanResources (360) 428.6110 David Anderson

Departments and ProgramsAthletics (360) 428.6191 Sports Info Line: (360) 428.6204 314 North 9th Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 David Riddle

Business Office (360) 428.6186 fax: (360) 428.6108 124 East Lawrence Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 JenniferLarson

Capital Projects (360) 428.6145 fax: (360) 428.6173 2101 Cleveland Avenue Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Michael Brown

Federal Programs (360) 428.6183 fax: (360) 428.6118 124 East Lawrence StreetMount Vernon, WA 98273 Don Hanson

Food Services (360) 428.6149 fax: (360) 428.6173 2101 Cleveland Avenue Mount Vernon, WA 98273 David Connors

Maintenance, Operations andFacilityUse (360) 428.6145 fax: (360) 428.6173 2101 Cleveland AvenueMount Vernon, WA 98273 Michael Brown

Migrant&BilingualPrograms (360) 428.6110 fax: (360) 428.6118 124 East Lawrence Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273Don Hanson

Special and Support Services (360) 428.6141 fax: (360) 428.6167 920 South Second Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 JeanChampagne

Technology (360) 428.6200 fax: (360) 428.6173 2101 Cleveland AvenueMount Vernon, WA 98273

Transportation Services (360) 428.6147 fax: (360) 428.6168 2001 Cleveland AvenueMount Vernon, WA 98273 Reg Clarke

Warehouse (360) 428.6145 fax: (360) 428.6173 2101 Cleveland AvenueMount Vernon, WA 98273 Ken McLeod

District Administration Center

District Directory

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Mount Vernon SchoolsDaily School HoursElementary Schools

Centennial (360) 428.6138 3100 Martin Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Erwin Stroosma, Principal

Jefferson (360) 428.6128 1801 East Blackburn Road Mount Vernon, WA 98274 PeggyZappone,Principal

Lincoln (360) 428.6135 1005 South 11th Street Mount Vernon, WA 98274 Kristine Wollan, Principal

Little Mountain (360) 428.6125 1514 South LaVenture Road Mount Vernon, WA 98274 Brian Auckland, Principal

Madison (360) 428.6131 907 East Fir Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Evelyn Morse, Principal

Washington (360) 428.6122 1020 McLean Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Bill Nutting, Principal

Middle SchoolsLaVenture (360) 428.6116 1200 North LaVenture Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273Dan Berard, Principal

Mount Baker (360) 428.6127 2310 East Section Street Mount Vernon, WA 98274 Tim Newall, Principal

High School Mount Vernon(360) 428.6100 314 North 9th Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273Rod Merrell, Principal

Homeschool Partnership Skagit Family Learning Center (360) 428.6206 2001 Cleveland Avenue Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Steinar Kristoffersen, Supervisor

High School 8:05 a.m. –2:35 p.m. Early dismissal 12:35 p.m.

Middle Schools

LaVenture 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Early dismissal Noon

Mount Baker 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Early dismissal Noon

Elementary

Centennial 8:55 a.m.–3:10 p.m. Early dismissal 1:10 p.m.

Jefferson 8:55 a.m.–3:10 p.m. Early dismissal 1:10 p.m.A.M. Kindergarten 8:55 a.m.–11:35 a.m. Early dismissal 8:55 a.m.–10:35 a.m.P.M.Kindergarten 12:30p.m.–3:10p.m. Early dismissal 11:30 a.m.–1:10 p.m.

Lincoln 8:55 a.m.–3:10 p.m. Early dismissal 1:10 p.m.A.M. Kindergarten 8:55 a.m.–11:35 a.m. Early dismissal 8:55 a.m.–10:35 a.m.P.M.Kindergarten 12:30p.m.–3:10p.m. Early dismissal 11:30 a.m.–1:10 p.m.

Little Mountain 9:20 a.m.–3:35 p.m. Early dismissal 1:35 p.m.A.M. Kindergarten 9:20 a.m.–Noon Early dismissal 9:20 a.m.–11:00 a.m.P.M.Kindergarten 12:55a.m.–3:35p.m. Early dismissal 11:55 a.m.–1:35 p.m.

Madison 9:20 a.m.–3:35 p.m. Early dismissal 1:35 p.m.

Washington 9:25 a.m.–3:40 p.m. Early dismissal 1:40 p.m.Kindergarten Tues., Wed., Thurs. only 9:25 a.m.–3:40 p.m. Early dismissal 1:40 p.m.

Homeschool Partnership Skagit Family Learning Center Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

NOTE: Actual start and stop times at each building may vary slightly from the schedule listed here. Please confirm times with your child’s school.

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