The Weekly Update #4

Dear Students and Families,

As we wrap up another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to thank each of you for your hard work, support, and dedication. This year has been filled with learning, growth, and countless achievements—both big and small. I am so proud of our students for all they’ve accomplished and grateful to our families for being such strong partners in education.

Summer is a time to relax, recharge, and enjoy new adventures. I encourage all students to read a favorite book, explore the outdoors, spend time with loved ones.

We’re already looking forward to welcoming you back in the fall, ready for another exciting year together. Until then, have a safe, restful, and fun-filled summer break!

JoAnne Fernades

Summer Hours:

June 16th, 17th, 18th and 20th

8:30 am – 2:30 pm

CLOSED Thursday, June 19th

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Pioneer MS Office will be CLOSED for Summer Break

June 23rd - August 20th

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Summer Hours after Summer Break:

August 22nd – August 25th

8:30 am – 2:30 pm

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You can return textbooks, library books, Chromebooks, etc. from June 16th, 17th, 18th and 20th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm A bin will be placed outside the front doors for your convenience.

Supply lists can also be found on our website, use the link below to access:

https://pio.steilacoom.k12.wa.us/our-school/school-supply-lists

6th Grade:

• Three-ring binder (1.5 or 2 inch)

• Set of 5-tab dividers

• College-ruled notebook paper - lots

• Composition notebook 100-page or more of the marble-cover style (not spiral style)

• Pencils - lots

• Pencil-top erasers or large pink eraser

• Hand-held pencil sharpener

• Colored pencils (not markers)

• Pens in blue or black ink (erasable is nice, but not required)

• Red pens

• Pencil pouch

• Scissors

• Metric ruler

• Calculator (please label with student name on back)

• Glue sticks

• Highlighters

• Pack of 3 x 5 inch note cards for ELA class

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7th Grade:

• 3" binder with 6-dividers
• Zippered pouch for 3-ring binder
• Pens (any color)
• Pencils (replenished through the year)
• Erasers
• Pack of college ruled paper - 2
• School planner (provided by school)
• Tissues
• Hand sanitizer
• Handheld pencil sharpener

• Composition book (not spiral bound)

• College ruled comp book
• Graphing composition book
• Calculator
• Fine-point dry erase markers (3-5)
• Optional: ruler and protractor

• Comp book(not spiral bound)

• Glue stick - 3
• Highlighter

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8th Grade:

• Sturdy folder for "practice folder"

• Pens (2 red, 2 any other color)

• Pack college-ruled paper (2)

• Pencils (lots!)

• 3-ring binder

• 3 x 5" index cards

• Dividers (for binder)

• Glue sticks (3-4)

• Colored pencils

• Colored markers

• Scissors

• Ruler with metrics on one side

• Black thin-tip permanent marker

• Highlighters

English/Language Arts:

• 3-ring binder or good quality folder

Science:

• Composition book and/or grid paper

• Sturdy folder

• Sticky notes, any size to donate

Algebra:

• Composition book with or without graph paper (2 or more)

• Scientific calculator recommended (graphing calculator optional)

• Graph paper

• Dry-erase markers (3-5)

Geometry:

• Composition book, preferably with graph paper (2)

• Compass and protractor

• Calculator

• Sticky notes, any size to donate

• Highlighters

• 3 x 5" index cards

• Glue sticks

• Spiral notebook

PE for ALL Grades:

Students are required to wear PE attire.

PE attire must consist of the following:

Black or grey are the only acceptable colors with logos no larger than the size of a credit card

• Shorts: Loose-fitting with a minimum 7-inch inseam and/or sweats
• T-shirt – loose-fitting, no crop tops or spaghetti straps
• Athletic shoes
• Athletic socks
• Optional, but highly recommended: water bottle and deodorant

Choir Supply List ALL Grades :

• Choir binder - 1-2" 3-ring binder
• Pencils to keep in choir binder
• Dividers with labels (10)
• Box of reinforcement labels (any color)
• Concert uniforms - information will be sent home in September and uniforms will be purchased by the first of October

Band Supply List All Grades:

• Instrument - some school instruments are available, but limited. Waiting until school starts is ok.
• Essential Elements Interactive Book (1, 2 or 3)
• Pencils
• Composition book with lined paper
  
• Cadet Band - Book 1 (yellow)
• Concert Band - Book 2 (red)
• Symphonic Band - Book 3 (green)

Student schedules will be available for viewing in ParentSquare or Skyward Family/Student Access starting Tuesday, August 19th.'

Schedule change requests can be submitted during Pirate Day on Thursday, August 21st.

Please do not call or come to the office to request schedule changes. Our scheduling team is not available to discuss change requests in person until after school starts.

Scheduling questions? Include your student's name and grade

Email us at pioneermsoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

If you need to withdraw your student(s) during Summer, please contact district office directly. You can reach them by email at enrollment@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

Sports Registration for the fall sports will be posted on our website and ParentSquare in the middle of August.

Below is the list of Fall Sports:

Track and Field

Fast Pitch

Baseball

All students need a current sports physical to tryout/participate.

Pioneer Middle School

Pirate Day

August 21, 2025 from 9:00am – 2:30 pm

6th Graders – 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

7th Graders – 9:00 am – 11:30 am am

8th Graders – 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Please Note: The school and Pirate Day activities will be CLOSED from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm for lunch.

What you can expect to do at Pirate Day:

· ASB fees (required to do sports and/or join clubs)

· Spirit Gear

· Tours available

· Sodexo – Food service information

· Durham Transportation – Bus route information

· Sports – Schedule and registration information

· PTA

· Watch Dogs, sign-ups

· School Nurse – medication /proof of vaccination drop off

What you can’t do at Pirate Day:

· Meet/Talk with teachers or counselors

· Pick up a copy of your student’s schedule

· Buy a PE uniform – we no longer sell PE uniforms. See information below:

· Put money on your student’s lunch account. This is done online through InTouch

PE attire must consist of the following:

· Black or grey (logos no larger than a credit card) are the ONLY acceptable colors

· Shorts: Loose-fitting with a minimum 7-inch inseam and/or sweats

· T-shirt – loose-fitting, no crop tops or spaghetti straps (logos no larger than a credit card)

· Socks and Athletic shoes

Questions, call 253-583-7200 or email us at pioneermsoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

Check the Pioneer Website and Calendar during the summer for Supply Lists, Open House, and back-to-school info. If you cannot attend Open House, student class schedules can be found in Skyward under Family Access.

Pioneer Middle School

OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

6th grade 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

7th & 8th grade 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

• Parents/Guardians will follow students' schedules, starting with 1st period at 4:00 pm. We'll announce the next period with bells and overhead prompts. Bring your student’s schedule on your device or printed out.
• NO WIFI/Limited cellular service, save your student’s schedule to your device before coming
• Maps of the school will be available
• Copies of student schedules will be available in the cafeteria
• NO items for sale during Open House
• View video of our Administrators in advance of Open House, the link will be shared via ParentSquare a day or two before Open House.

• Get a tour of our school from a JS2S student
• Sign up for PTA
• Military Families can connect with our MFLC Counselor (Military Family Life Counselor)
• Sign up to be a WatchDog
• Donations of school supplies are welcome. Bins will be available for donations at the building entrance near the cafeteria.
• Medication drop off (ONLY with completed forms)

Schedules change requests will NOT be accepted at this time