The WOLFPACK Family/Community News

Dear Coupeville Families,

December is such a special time in our schools! Across the district, our students and staff are engaged in meaningful learning, holiday performances, seasonal celebrations, and acts of kindness that remind us why our community is so special. From classroom projects to winter concerts, from art displays to athletic competitions, there's so much to celebrate about the incredible work happening in our schools every day.

As we look ahead to 2026, I want to remind you about two important levies on the February ballot that directly support our students and schools:

Technology Levy: This levy funds critical technology needs that keep our schools running effectively, including devices for student learning, infrastructure maintenance, and safety and security systems that protect our students and staff.

Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy: This levy supports essential programs and operations such as staffing, curriculum materials, extracurricular activities, athletics, arts programs, and the day-to-day operational needs that keep our schools strong.

Your vote matters! We encourage all community members to learn more about these levies and to exercise your right to vote in the February election. The future of our schools depends on an informed and engaged community.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful December filled with joy, learning, and togetherness.

Sincerely,
Superintendent Leatherwood

I encourage all community members to take time to read and carefully review the facts about two levy renewals that will appear on the February 10, 2026 ballot. These are replacement levies for funding that our community last approved in 2022. It's important to understand that there are TWO separate propositions on the ballot:

Holiday House North is back to provide gifts for Christmas to Coupeville families! If you need assistance signing up, please contact abumgarner@coupeville.k12.wa.us or 262-528-3774.

¡Holiday House North regresa para brindar regalos de Navidad a las familias de Coupeville! Si necesita ayuda para inscribirse, comuníquese con abumgarner@coupeville.k12.wa.us o al 262-528-3774.

How to Apply for Free Student Breakfast and Lunch:

Printed Applications: Available at the front desk of every school and District office. Print Your Own from the Coupeville School District website Online Application: The applications are available online in Qmlativ Family Access. You only need to fill out one application for all of the members of your family. Watch this short video on how to apply through Qmlativ.

List Cómo solicitar desayuno y almuerzo gratuitos para estudiantes:

Solicitudes impresas: Disponibles en la recepción de cada escuela y en la oficina del distrito. Imprime el tuyo propio desde Sitio web del distrito escolar de Coupeville Solicitud en línea: Las solicitudes ya están disponibles en línea en Acceso familiar Qmlativ. Solo necesitas completar una solicitud para todos los miembros de tu familia. Mira este video sobre cómo presentar la solicitud a través de Qmlativ.

Food resources for Central Whidbey:

• Meals2Kids (Weekend Meal Bag Program) for Coupeville Students through Gifts from the Heart Food Bank; bags can be provided every Friday upon request at all campuses.

Contact Arianna Bumgarner, 262-528-3774 (text/call) or abumgarner@coupeville.k12.wa.us for more information.

Coupeville:

• Gifts from the Heart, 203 N. Main St., 360-672-5502 ** Open 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 2-5 PM
• Oak Harbor: North Whidbey Help House, 1091 SE Hathaway St, 360-675-0681
• South Whidbey: Good Cheer Food Bank, 2812 Grimm Rd, Langley, WA 98260, 360-221-6454

Resources for Military & Government Employees:

• Fleet & Family Support Center (FFSC) - Local resource navigation and support Military OneSource - Additional financial and basic needs support for military personnel and their families

Recursos alimentarios para Central Whidbey:

• Programa de bolsas de comida para estudiantes de Coupeville (Meals2Kids) a través del banco de alimentos Gifts from the Heart; se pueden proporcionar bolsas todos los viernes a solicitud en todos los planteles.

Coupeville:

• Regalos del corazón, 203 N. Main St., 360-672-5502 ** Abierto el segundo y cuarto miércoles de cada mes, de 14:00 a 17:00 **
• Oak Harbor:Casa de ayuda de North Whidbey, 1091 SE Hathaway St, 360-675-0681
• Sur de Whidbey:Banco de Alimentos Good Cheer,2812 Grimm Rd, Langley, WA 98260, 360-221-6454

• Centro de Apoyo a la Flota y la Familia (FFSC): Información y apoyo sobre recursos locales. Military OneSource: Apoyo financiero adicional y para cubrir necesidades básicas del personal militar y sus familias. Lista de recursos comunitarios adicionales

Did you know that completing the Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefit Application does more than help determine meal benefits? Your child at Coupeville Middle and High School may qualify for free breakfast and lunch every day. Your application helps ensure Coupeville Elementary remains eligible to provide free meals for all students. It can also qualify your family for other important benefits, such as waived school fees and reduced costs for activities. Even if you don’t think you’ll qualify, every completed application helps support our school community. Please take a few minutes to complete yours today—your participation truly makes a difference!

Print Your Own: https://www.coupeville.k12.wa.us/departments/food-service/free-and-reduced

Complete Online:

Qmlativ Family Access under “Online Food Service Applications”

September is the month for Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefit Applications! (formerly known as the Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications). Our District's eligibility for several state and federal programs is based on our percentage of qualifying students on October 1st. Please use your communication systems and any opportunity with families to encourage completion of this form. Coupeville Elementary: Help keep breakfast and lunch free for all students! CES must have at least 30% of students approved for Free/Reduced price meal benefits to qualify for the Free Meals for Washington Students program. Coupeville Middle and High School: Approved students receive free breakfast and lunch all year long. They also qualify for free or reduced fees for ASB cards, sports and activities.

How to Apply: Printed Applications: Available at each school's office.

Print Your Own: https://www.coupeville.k12.wa.us/departments/food-service/free-and-reduced

Complete Online: Qmlativ Family Access under “Online Food Service Applications”