Pinewood Elementary

Friday, January 12, 2024 Marysville schools are operating on a normal Friday schedule today. If your child accesses out-of-district transportation, please check with the school district that they would attend for school or programs. Some surrounding districts have schedule changes today. Any school delays and closures are typically posted on the local news television channels or district web pages. As a reminder, temperatures are very low. Please make certain children are dressed for the weather. Stay safe and warm.

Hot Chocolate with the Principal Thursday December 7 10-11-am Pinewood School and CommunityResources. Time for questions

Join us for a presentation on the District’s Budget Reduction Plan (first draft). After the presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions and comment on the budget challenges.

Reminder: Today is picture retake day

It is time for our annual fall survey. Your feedback is critical. Please participate by November 17. Marysville School District is sharing the annual fall surveys with each of the following groups: Parents and Guardians Students in grades 3 - 12 Staff Helping students do their best in school requires a team effort. Parents, students, and schools play an important role in this process. To help all of us learn how to make your child's schooling experience as positive and beneficial as possible, please give your honest, thoughtful responses to the survey questions. This year, the school district is surveying students on their social-emotional learning competencies and views about the school environment. Students in grades 3 - 12 will take the survey during class time. If you want to opt your child out of the survey, please notify your child’s school. Include your child’s name, teacher’s name, or advisor/homeroom teacher for middle and high school students. Click HERE to participate in the survey or go to: https://bit.ly/MSDFallSurvey_Families The survey is available in multiple languages. Use the dropdown box at the survey page's top left corner to choose your preferred language. If you have questions about the fall surveys, please contact our Curriculum and Assessment Department at (360) 965-0054. Thank you! We look forward to hearing from you.

Find information about the Cold Weather Shelters around Snohomish County by visiting www.bit.ly/snococold

On the latest Budget Bytes episode, Dr. Lisa Gonzales shares information about the Family Income Forms and why it is critical families fill them out. View the video here: https://vimeo.com/877676951?share=copy and find the forms here: www.msd25.org/nutrition

Did you know a Marysville and Tulalip community coalition works to address alcohol and substance abuse among youth in the Maryville and Tulalip communities? United Stories, a Community Wellness Coalition, in partnership with the Marysville School District, the City of Marysville, The Tulalip Tribes, and other local organizations, is committed to building a safe and healthy community. As part of the Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI), the Coalition needs your help to learn your thoughts on underage drinking and substance abuse in Marysville and Tulalip. The Coalition has launched its annual community questionnaire to gather input to help guide its work to develop effective substance abuse prevention, youth support programs, and initiatives for Marysville and Tulalip. Please take a moment to complete the questionnaire by November 3, 2023. ONLINE QUESTIONNAIRE - ENGLISH https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SNMAEN2023 ONLINE QUESTIONNAIRE - SPANISH https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/SNMASP2023 If you have any questions about the questionnaire or the work of the Coalition, email Ryan Ciganek, Coalition Coordinator, at ryan_ciganek@msd25.org. To learn more about the Coalition, go to https://bit.ly/UnitedStoriesCommunityCoalition.

The MSD Board of Directors will meet in a work study session (5:00 pm) and regular session (6:00 pm) on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the Educational Service Center Board Room at 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville. Go to https://bit.ly/MSDSchoolBoard2023_6_5 to view the agenda.

The filing window to serve on the school board is this week (May 15 - 19, 2023). The Marysville School District currently has three seats in the next election cycle: District Director seats 2, 3, and 5. Go to https://snohomishcountywa.gov/224/Elections-Voter-Registration to learn more, or visit https://www.msd25.org/page/serving-on-the-school-board.

The MSD Board of Directors will meet in a work study session (5:00 pm) and regular session (6:00 pm) on Monday, May 15, 2023, at the Educational Service Center Board Room at 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville. Go to https://bit.ly/MSDSchoolBoard2023_5_15 to view the agenda.

The MSD Board of Directors will meet in a work study session (5:00 pm) and regular session (6:00 pm) on Monday, May 1, 2023, at the Educational Service Center Board Room at 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville. Go to https://bit.ly/MSDSchoolBoard2023_5_1 to view the agenda.

The MSD Board of Directors will meet in a work study session (4:00 pm) and regular session (6:00 pm) on Monday, April 17, 2023, at the Educational Service Center Board Room at 4220 80th Street NE, Marysville. Go to https://bit.ly/MSDSchoolBoard2023_4_17 to view the agenda.

For dad's/father's figures (See flyer with important information) - Para papàs/figuras paternas (ver volante con información)

3/8/23, 7:46 AM: The District has received a report that the railroad crossing arm at 116th Street is malfunctioning. A bus, along with other traffic, cannot cross the tracks. The problem has been reported to Burlington Northern and law enforcement. Our transportation department is rerouting buses to transport children to schools.

March 1, 2023: Marysville schools are operating on a normal schedule today. The City and County did a great job clearing main roads. There may be some ice on side roads in neighborhoods, on sidewalks and parking lots. Please use care and caution.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to unpredictable weather patterns and unsafe driving conditions, schools are closed today, Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Please stay safe and warm and thank you for your patience and understanding.

​February 28, 2023: Schools will operate on a 2-hour late start schedule for students. There will be no AM preschool, no out-of-district transportation, and buses will operate on limited transportation routes. Go to https://www.msd25.org/page/tra... to view limited transportation routes. Please use care and caution while driving. Hills, higher elevations, and side roads are snow-covered and icy.​

Hoops for Hope Benefit Classic coming March 2! All proceeds support the MSD Life Skills Programs. The event will be held at the MPHS Gym beginning at 6:00 pm.

The Future Chef Competition for students in grades 4 and 5 will be held on March 8! Recipes are due now. Scan the QR code for more details.