McClure Middle School

Welcome to the Week, Maverick Families,

As we observe Veterans Day this week, we pause to honor and thank the courageous people who have served in our nation's armed forces. Veterans Day is a time to recognize their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to protecting the freedoms we enjoy every day. We are grateful for the many veterans in our McClure community and beyond, and we encourage students to take a moment to reflect on the importance of service and gratitude.

This month, we are also launching a school-wide kindness initiative focused on building a stronger, more supportive school community. Students and staff will be participating in activities that promote inclusion, empathy, and respect, with our ASB leaders helping to organize and encourage kindness-focused events throughout the school. We look forward to working together to make McClure a place where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and connected.

Please note that there will be Turkey Bingo on Tuesday November 10th at 6 pm and then no school on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11.

Thank you for your partnership and support. We look forward to a productive and successful November!

Have a great week, Mavs!

Ann Jennings

Principal / McClure

Nov 10 | PTSA Turkey Bingo, 6 pm

Nov 11 | Veteran's Day No School

Nov 26 & 27 | No School

Dec 14 | Student-Family Conferences, No School

McClure Athletics Expectations

At McClure, we want our student athletes to demonstrate strong character, good sportsmanship, and success both in the classroom and in athletics. Student athletes represent themselves, their families, their team, and our school at all times.

To be eligible to participate, students are expected to:

• Maintain at least 90% attendance.
• Have no more than one tardy per week.
• Complete weekly grade checks, including citizenship marks.
  • Students may have no more than one C.
  • Students with a D, F, or incomplete in any class will be unable to participate in practices the following week.
• Receive no more than one negative behavior report per week during the season and leading up to the season.
• Follow school conduct expectations. A conduct violation may result in missing games, practices, or removal from the team.
• Demonstrate positive sportsmanship and respectful behavior at all practices and games.
• Remain on campus between the end of the school day and the start of practice.

These expectations help ensure that athletics remain a positive opportunity for students to grow as scholars, teammates, and leaders.

Regular attendance is one of the strongest predictors of student success. Seattle Public Schools reminds families that students who miss 10% of the school year (about 18 days) are considered chronically absent, even when absences are excused. Consistent attendance helps students stay connected to learning, build positive relationships, and remain on track academically.

If your student will be absent, please notify the school at mcclurems.attendance@seattleschools.org and work with us to support regular attendance. We are available to partner with families when students have repeated unexcused absences and to provide supports that help remove barriers to attending school. Thank you for helping your student arrive at school every day, on time, and ready to learn!

As we prepare for our upcoming Student-Led Family Conferences in December, students are working on their presentation portfolios to showcase their learning and growth so far this year. Students are adding artifacts from each of their classes, organizing their work, and creating an introduction that reflects on their accomplishments, areas of pride, and goals for the remainder of the school year. We look forward to seeing students take ownership of sharing their learning and progress with you during conferences. We are also reviewing family feedback from last year to modify our conference structure. More info to come.

The Black College Expo will be Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Highline College. To learn more, follow this link: Info for the Black College Expo

Medications:

Students are not allowed to self-carry medications at school without approval. This includes over the counter medications such as Pepto Bismol, Advil, Tylenol, allergy medications, and antacids. We have seen increase of medication in students’ possession, which poses a safety issue at school. I am happy to help get the forms in place and send them to your provider for any medication you think your student may need during the school day. Parent forms for Medication to be given at school can be found here.

Vaccines:

SPS will start requiring that students are up to date on their vaccines earlier than in years past (exclusion date is usually in the end of November). That means families need to start now to ensure you have an appointment with your child’s provider to get them up to date if they are due. You can expect me or one of my nursing students to reach out soon if I need updated information from you!

• 7th graders are due for a Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis) booster after 10 years of age, typically given at their 11year old check-up. If you need an updated Tdap for school and do not have access to a doctor, please let me know and I can provide resources for your family. Otherwise, please call your provider to schedule.
• If you do not know if your student is due, please reach out and I can check their records. If you are new to Washington State, I may not have access to your records, and you will need to provide me with vaccine history.
• Vaccine Clinic @ McClure November 3th from 4-7pm: Seattle Public Schools is partnering with Seattle Visiting Nurse Association (SVNA) to provide vaccine clinics to the public. SVNA is offering flu vaccines to anyone age four to adult; and COVID-19 vaccines to anyone age five to adult. Most insurance is accepted (We cannot accept Cigna, Tricare, or First Choice insurance this season).
• You can find our school as well as other school locations, dates, times, and registration link here:
  https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/health-services/vaccine-clinics/
• Additional vaccine resources for children and uninsured adults are available here:
  https://tinyurl.com/3y3hejxd

Thank you for your continued partnership!

Nurse Kyla McClure

Phone: 206-252-1907

Email: kimcclure@seattleschools.org

Mental Health and Substance Use Support Services

Community Based Providers and Crisis Support resources: https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/mental-health-services/

Free online support and therapy for Seattle youth is offered through Talkspace (https://www.talkspace.com/coverage/seattle). The teen and young adult years can be a lot to navigate, so the City of Seattle is stepping up to give Seattle residents ages 13-24 access to Talkspace therapy and self-guided support at no cost.

if you are interested in student and family resources including supports like Weekend Food Bags through the Ballard Food Bank, picture day vouchers, or school spirit wear, please fill out the Student and Family support form. Responses will be received directly by Nora Jungbluth, school social worker. You can also contact Nora on Talking Points or by email at nojungbluth@seattleschools.org if you have additional questions.

More information about the Weekend Food For Kids Program: This program provides students with a free bag of food to take home for the weekend. There are no requirements to participate and we can accommodate several dietary restrictions and allergies. This year there are two types of bags: Standard contains 3 dinners, 2 lunches, and 2 breakfasts including fresh fruits and vegetables. Most items are ready-to-eat or can be prepared in a microwave. Family meal contains 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts, and fresh fruits and vegetables plus 2 full size items to help make a meal for the whole family (like peanut butter, pasta, pasta sauce).

McClure-Yearbook-2027

McClure Mavericks Annual Yearbook Place your order now to guarantee your yearbook for the Spring. We did sell out last year! $45 If you're able to provide additional contributions above $45, they will be used for yearbook scholarships. If you need a yearbook scholarship, please contact Ms Collings, Ms Pillers or Ms Jungbluth. Thank you! Your Yearbook Team

Ultimate Frisbee

Co-ed ultimate frisbee at McClure has grown from 20 players on two small teams five years ago, to 56 players on three large teams in 2026! All three teams are now headed into playoffs for the final two weekends of the season. Wish us luck as we aim for a third consecutive division championship win. Go Mavs

Basketball

Basketball Registration is now open through Final Forms! Boys and Girls tryouts are currently planned for the 4th-10th of December. Please remember, your athlete must have an up to date physical in order to tryout!

Specific times and a December practice schedule will be ready to go by the end of this month.

If you have any questions, please let me know! Joe Hall, jahall@seattleschools.org

District School Year Dates

Seattle Public Schools Family Resources Including Transportation, Enrollment, School Meals, etc.

Schoology for Parents and Guardians

The Source for Parents and Guardians

SchooLinks: High School and Beyond Planning

Volunteering in Schools McClure Volunteer contact is cabrennan@seattleschools.org

Ann Jennings / Principal / apjennings@seattleschools.org

Amy Acquino / Assistant Principal / amacquino@seattleschools.org

Lisa Blau / Registrar / lmblau@seattleschools.org

Amie Schumer / Office Manager / amschumer@seattleschools.org

Kyla McClure / Nurse / kimcclure@seattleschools.org

Leslie Collings / Counselor - All 7th and A-M 6th Graders / lmcollings@seattleschools.org

Katie Pillers / Counselor - All 8th and N-Z 6th Graders / kjpillers@seattleschools.org

Nora Jungbluth / Social Worker / nojungbluth@seattleschools.org

Hello Mavs Families!

We’re so grateful for your donations of candy/treats, and to our awesome volunteers who supported the ASB Halloween Dance!

Last Wednesday our Mavericks were treated to 🍿Popcorn, in celebration of reaching the $40K Fall Fundraiser milestone! Big thanks to parents Melissa Greene & Julie Nguyen for popping all morning for our kiddos! Then, over 50 parents and students cheered on the Seattle Kraken as they won 2-1 in OT over the Calgary Flames. 🏒Such a great night and, bonus, ticket sales raised over $250 for McClure!

ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT TO GIVE – Let’s Keep The Fundraising Momentum Going!!

We need your support to reach the $60,000 Fall Fundraiser goal by November 20! Help us reach the next milestone of $50K so we can celebrate with a school-wide lunch time PJs & Movie 🎞️ – we’re so close!! Make a donation here

Suggested amount is $250/student, or be a Mavericks Champion with a $500 donation. Any amount you can give is appreciated! Remember that you can amplify your gift by requesting a corporate match. Many employers will match, double or even triple your donation!

Thank you to our 100+ families who have donated over $46,000 of the $60,000 goal. 💛

WHY YOUR DONATION MATTERS A donation to McClure PTSA directly benefits all McClure students – it supports our teachers and staff, our school, and our families. This week, we’re highlighting:

• McClure Library – PTSA is providing $9,500 towards book purchases to keep our library stocked/ current, and an author visit this school year.
• Makerspace – PTSA funds are used for supplies like: 3D printer filament, construction paper, glue, markers, origami paper, beads, yarn, and more!
• Science Fair – PTSA funds supply all items needed for McClure's 4th annual Science Fair, including: tri-fold boards for every student group, consumable experiment supplies, replacements for aging or broken tools, refreshments for guest scientists, labels and printing paper for Science Fair pamphlets and event organization, colored printer cartridges so all students can include at least one photo of their experiment, and more.
• Visual Arts – PTSA funds provide a supplies budget for projects in both the beginning and advanced visual arts classes, covers costs for class field trips and Ms. Pattison’s Nation Art Educators Conference attendance.

THANK YOU for your support in meeting our Fall Fundraiser goal – make a donation here!

🦃TURKEY BINGO IS THIS TUESDAY 11/10, 6PM @ MCCLURE!

All McClure families are invited to the annual Turkey Bingo Night next Tuesday, Nov 10 from 6-7:30pm in the Cafeteria. Expect Fun! Fast-Paced Bingo Games! Prizes! …and PIZZA! Calling all bakers! 🚨We need a few more yummy treats for our bake sale benefiting McClure’s ASB (student government). Sign Up Here To Help

🎁MCCLURE CARES HOLIDAY GIFT CARD DRIVE

In support of our McClure Cares families in need, we’re kicking off our Holiday Gift Card Donation Drive. Please Sign Up Here to participate and contribute gift card(s), which will make a meaningful impact.

Gift cards can be dropped off at the front office or emailed to McClureCares@mccluremavericks.org. These will be distributed to Mavericks families by our Counselors and Social Worker.

Please deliver gift cards by Friday, December 11 and provide your name and email for a receipt. Thank you for your kindness and keeping our Mavericks families in your heart.

🥋FREE SELF-DEFENSE CLASS AT MCCLURE! 11/16

McClure students (all grades) are invited to participate in a free Tsun Jo® martial arts self-defense class to build the confidence and skills to respond through fun drills and partner challenges. Students will explore practical self-defense, setting clear boundaries, and staying calm under pressure. To sign up, please fill out this short form (this is not mandatory, but it does help us determine how many instructors will be needed)

• Monday, Nov 16 from 4-5pm

• McClure Gym

• Instructor: Matt Soule, Greenlake Martial Arts

• No Cost to Participate

🧵AFTER-SCHOOL SEW CLASS – 7 SPOTS LEFT

Sign up today! Students will learn the basics of using a sewing machine and pattern making while creating a design of their choosing. Sewing machines, fabric and basic tools to sew will be provided. This class is led by Angela Flowers, McClure mom and regular teacher at the Seattle Girls School.

• Mondays, Nov 2 to Dec 14, from 4:00 – 6:00pm

• McClure, Room 109

• Cost: $250/student

• Email Angela (angerella1@gmail.com) to sign up!

🎨PTSA REFLECTIONS ART PROGRAM - SUBMISSIONS DUE 11/20!

McClure is participating in the National PTA Reflections Art Program, which offers students a platform to express their unique perspectives and interpretation of a student-created theme. For the 2026-2027 school year, the theme is "What My Culture Means To Me".

Students can contribute to following categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Music Composition, Literature, Photography, Visual Arts, Accessible Arts

To submit an entry:

• Follow the category guidelines (links above)

• Complete the entry form. If you do not have access to a printer or scanner, you can find copies of the entry form at the front office

• Submit an electronic copy of your entry to April Saunders by 3pm on Nov 20

💛STAFF LOUNGE RESTOCK!

The PTSA Staff Appreciation Team continues to coordinate donations to keep the Staff Lounge stocked with teachers’ favorite snacks and drinks. If your family is able to contribute, we’d appreciate the support. Each advisory class has a designated week, but you can contribute items anytime!

• Chang: Week of 11/9

• Deacon: Week of 11/16

• Duggal: Week of 11/30

You can provide treats for our staff, or donate via the PTSA’s Amazon Wish List. Items can be shipped or dropped off directly to the McClure front office. Thank you!

FROM THE COMMUNITY

FREE WORKSHOPS FROM SPS & PEPS

Seattle Public Schools and PEPS are teaming up to offer free online workshops starting as early as November 18, for families raising kids between 9-19 years old. These sessions are free to attend and will offer families practical tools and strategies for:

• communicating more effectively with kids

• helping kids manage stress

• helping kids navigate their changing social world

• plus, understanding the science behind adolescents’ changing brains.

Register here to receive the meeting link and share any accessibility needs.

BODYROK PILATES

We have a new partnership with BODYROK Pilates — who will donate 15% back to the McClure PTSA for every regular-priced membership or package purchased by our supporters. It's a great way to give back to our McClure during our Fall Fundraiser!

Use/mention promo code MCCLUREPTSA when you make a purchase online or in person at their Seattle studios (Queen Anne or Belltown). 💪ROK on and thanks for the support!

SEATTLE MARATHON

The Seattle Marathon & Half Marathon will run through Magnolia on Sunday, Nov 29, and the community is making it its mission to ensure the Magnolia miles are the best on the course!

Visit the booth co-hosted by the Magnolia Community Council and Chamber of Commerce at the Magnolia Harvest Farmer's Market on Nov 21 to make a sign and get race-day information about cheering zones and street closures. Learn more here! 🏃‍♀️🏃

We are here to support our staff, students and families.

Please always reach out to us with any thoughts, questions or concerns. And don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook and Instagram!

Have a wonderful week! Go Mavs!

McClure PTSA Executive Team:

Lissa Capps & Amanda Flichtbeil - Co-Presidents, presidents@mccluremavericks.org

Alisa Hill - Vice President

Melissa Greene - Treasurer

Meredith Nguyen - Secretary