BEACON NEWS

Welcome, Beacon Families! As we step into the 2026–2027 school year, I’m excited to welcome each of you back to Beacon. Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we’re grateful to have you as part of our school community.

At Beacon, we are deeply committed to building strong foundations for our youngest learners. Each day is designed to nurture curiosity, develop essential skills, and ignite a love of learning that will carry your child through their academic journey and beyond.

This year, we will continue to spark joy in literacy and numeracy through rich storytelling, imaginative play, and hands-on exploration. Our classrooms will be places where children find their voice, think creatively, and engage with ideas that stretch their understanding of the world.

Our dedicated staff is ready to create meaningful learning experiences that go far beyond the page. We believe learning should be joyful, empowering, and connected to real life—and that every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and inspired.

Strong schools are built on strong partnerships. Your involvement—whether at home, in the classroom, or at school events—makes a powerful difference. Together, we can cultivate a vibrant, supportive community where every child thrives.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s early learning journey. We can’t wait to witness the growth, wonder, and discovery that this year will bring.

Here’s to a year full of curiosity, creativity, and connection!

Mrs. Barbara Page
Principal

An annual registration must be completed for all students currently enrolled in the Montesano School District. To update your student's information, log in to Skyward Family Access and click on “Annual Registration” beginning August 17, 2026. Information must be updated by August 23, 2026.

You will be able to see your child’s class placement in Skyward under "Schedule" once the registration process is complete.

The link to Skyward Family Access is located on the Montesano School District website at www.monteschools.org. Skyward will look different than before, as we have switched to the updated version of the program. This will not affect your ability to log in. Skyward access is also available via smart phone. If you had the previous Skyward app on your phone, please delete it and re-download it. You can search for Wsipc- Montesano School District. If you need Skyward assistance or do not know your login information, please email beaconskyward@monteschools.org or call the Beacon Elementary office at (360) 249-4528. If you do not have access to a computer, you may access one at Timberland Regional Library or at the Beacon office by appointment.

Unlike previous years, the CNEEB (Child Nutrition Eligibility and Education Benefit) Application will not be a part of the annual registration. It is a separate tile on the home screen of your skyward account. This application is for those that would like to apply for Free and reduced-price meal benefits, Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) benefits (if enrolled in a NSLP/SBP school), and reduced fees for other programs and activities. While elementary breakfast and lunch will be free again this year (yay!), having families complete this application helps this program continue in future years.

See our website for up-to-date school supply lists.

If buying supplies is a financial stretch this year, please let us know. We are happy to help.

Welcome to Transition to Kindergarten(TK) and Kindergarten at Beacon Elementary School! The school year begins with parents and students meeting with our TK/Kindergarten teachers. This family connection meeting provides an opportunity to individually discuss each child’s strengths and needs so that families and teachers can work together to help our students be successful in school.

Family connection meetings will be held September 2-4. TK and Kindergarten students will not attend regular class on these days. The first regular day of school for TK and Kindergarten students is Tuesday, September 8.

Families will receive a separate email with details about scheduling a family connection meeting for their child soon.

SCHOOL SCHEDULE

• Regular Schedule: 8:20 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Monday - Friday

• Early Dismissal: 12:00 p.m. - select calendar days only

Gates will open at 8:05 a.m. We ask families that are dropping off and picking up their children to use the curbside area pictured on the map below.

Car tags are required for student pick-up. Your child's car tag will be available for pick up at open house (Monday, August 31 from 5:00-6:00 PM).

Preschool and TK families should park in the designated areas and walk up to drop-off and pick-up your child.

If you have busing questions, please contact the transportation department at (360) 249-5454.

Note: Beacon is a closed campus. Only staff and students may enter beyond the gates.

If you would like to request school bus transportation for your child for the 2026-27 school year, please submit a transportation request while completing your child's Annual Registration by August 23, 2026.

• Routes will filled by priority working from outer district boundaries inward.
  
• Waiting lists may be created if a route reaches maximum capacity with assigned students.
  
• Shuttle service between the Montesano schools is available this year. You must submit a transportation request to be considered for shuttle service.

If you have busing questions, please contact the transportation department at (360) 249-5454 or sgreen@monteschools.org.

The full, current calendar is available HERE on our website.

For the printable version, click here.

August 17-23:

Annual Student Registration

August 24:

Office Opens

August 31:

Open House, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

September 2:

First Day of School (1st and 2nd Grades)

September 7:

No School, Labor Day

September 8:

First Day of School (TK and Kindergarten)

September 24:

School Pictures

Montesano School District. Principal, Barbara Page

Email: bpage@monteschools.org
Website: http://www.monteschools.org/beacon-elementary
Location: 1717 Beacon Avenue, Montesano, WA, USA
Phone: 360-249-4528