Mary M. Knight

Mission (our purpose):
Our Mission is to ensure that all students have the knowledge, skills, motivation, and confidence to be successful citizens.

Vision (who we must become):
We are a community of learners and leaders united to enrich the lives of all our students.

Dear Mary M. Knight Families,

What an exciting week ahead! Our Owl community is buzzing with spirit, learning, and opportunity. This week, we're embracing our core values of Welcoming, Ownership, and Leadership through our annual Spirit Week and upcoming events that showcase the incredible talents and character of our students.

I'm particularly inspired by our Spirit Week, which runs from October 20-24. This is more than just fun dress-up days – it's an opportunity for our students to express creativity, build community, and demonstrate the unity that makes Mary M. Knight special. From Cozy Pajama Day to the creative "Rhyme Without a Reason" day, we're celebrating the unique personalities that make our school vibrant.

Our Homecoming weekend is a highlight, with our football team taking on Lake Quinault on Saturday at 1:00 PM. This is more than just a game – it's a celebration of teamwork, school pride, and the supportive community we've built together. I encourage all families to come out and cheer on our Owls!

Don't forget about our upcoming Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 29-30. These are crucial opportunities to connect, discuss your child's progress, and work together to support their educational journey. PK-6 families will need to schedule online, and we're offering both afternoon and evening slots to accommodate your schedules.

We've also launched our new Rooms communication platform, designed to keep you connected with your child's teachers more easily than ever. I encourage all families to check their email and complete the registration process.

As we continue to live our mission of ensuring all students have the knowledge, skills, motivation, and confidence to be successful citizens, I'm grateful for the incredible community we've built together.

Keep soaring, Owls!

Monday 10/20

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Tuesday 10/21

• MS Volleyball vs. Queets 5:30 PM
• HS Volleyball vs. Willapa Valley 7:00 PM

Wednesday 10/22

• Late Start
• MS Football @ Ocosta 3:15 PM

Thursday 10/23

• HS Volleyball Senior Night 5:30 PM

Friday 10/24

• Volleyball @ Oakville 5:30 PM
• HS Football Homecoming vs Lake Quinault 1:00 PM (Saturday)

Dear Mary M. Knight Families,

We're excited to introduce Rooms, our new district communication platform designed to enhance two-way communication between teachers and families!

What is Rooms?

Rooms is a secure messaging platform integrated into our Mary M. Knight app that allows direct, easy communication between parents/guardians and your child's classroom teacher(s). This tool will help you:

• Receive classroom updates
• Message teachers directly
• Stay informed about your child's educational journey

What You Need to Do

Check Your Email/Text

• You should have received an email or text invitation to register for Rooms
• Look carefully in your inbox, including spam/junk folders

Need Help?

If you:

• Have not received an invite
• Need the invite resent
• Have questions about registering

Contact:

• Email: jstoney@mmk.wednet.edu
• Or speak with your child's teacher

We're committed to creating strong, transparent communication that supports your child's success. The Rooms platform is another step in our ongoing effort to keep families connected and informed.

Go Owls! 🦉

Questions? Contact the main office at (360) 426-6767

Fellow MMK Owls and Families,

It's time to rally together and show what Owl spirit is all about! Our annual Spirit Week is just around the corner, and we can't wait to see the creativity, enthusiasm, and school pride that will fill our hallways!

🌈 Spirit Week Dress-Up Themes 🌈

• Monday: Cozy Pajama Day Swap those school clothes for your comfiest PJs! Who says learning can't be comfortable?
• Tuesday: Pink Out Day Stand together in support of breast cancer awareness. Wear your pink and show how our school community supports important causes!
• Wednesday: Rhyme Without a Reason Get ready for the most creative day of the week! Grab a partner and dress up in a hilarious, nonsensical rhyming duo. Clown and town? Barbie and zombie? The more ridiculous, the better!
• Thursday: Into the Woods Break out your camouflage and show your wild side! Let's see who can blend in the best!
• Friday: Teacher Look-Alike Day Imitate your favorite teacher and pay tribute to the incredible educators who inspire us every day!

🏈 Pep Assembly & Class Competition 🏈

Friday will be an epic day of school spirit! Our Pep Assembly will bring the entire school together to celebrate our amazing sports teams and showcase each class's competitive spirit. Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of pride, energy, and Owl enthusiasm!

🏟️ Homecoming Football Showdown 🏟️

Mark your calendars!

Saturday at 1:00 PM: We take on Lake Quinault in what promises to be an INCREDIBLE football match. Come out and support our Owls!

Homecoming Dance: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Join us in the MMK gymnasium for a night of music, dancing, and memories. Tickets are pre-sale, no tickets sold at the door. $15.00 per tickets and tickets go on sale Monday. Guest requested need to be filled out by both school with a picture I.D. in the office by Thursday, October 23. No guests will be allowed into the dance without both picture I.D. and request paperwork completed and approved. Grades 8-12.

🦉 GO OWLS! 🦉

Let's show everyone what Mary M. Knight School spirit is all about! Dress up, cheer loud, and most importantly, have FUN!

Dear Mary M. Knight Families,

Fall Conferences: Connecting to Support Student Success

Our upcoming parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for:

• Wednesday, October 29: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• Thursday, October 30:
  • Afternoon: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Evening: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Conference Scheduling:

• PK-6 Families: Online Registration Required
  • Visit the Skyward Qmlativ conference scheduler at: https://www.q.wak12.net/mmknigSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index
  • Step-by-Step Scheduling Guide:
    1. Log in to Skyward Qmlativ
    2. Click on the Fall 2025-26 Conferences icon
    3. Select your child's teacher on the left side of the screen
    4. Choose an available time slot by clicking the green plus button
    5. Click "Done Scheduling" to confirm
• Grades 7-12 Families:
  • Some teachers will be calling to schedule required conferences
  • Drop-in conferences are available
  • Check your child's teacher's schedule online using the conference scheduler

Important School Schedule Notes:

• Wednesday, October 29: Normal start time at 8:00 AM
• Friday, October 31: Early Release at 12:25 PM

Need Help? Contact Shantel Freeman at 360-426-6767 ext 101 or sfreeman@mmk.wednet.edu for any login issues.

We look forward to partnering with you to support your child's learning journey!

Monday

• HOCO Wall Decorating
• Securly review @ 3:05 pm in MTSS portable.

Reminder: Make communications home if your student has a Red Flag from the previous week.

Tuesday

• HOCO Wall Decorating

Wednesday

• Tracking Sheet Week 8-9 will be updated end of day for Flex Friday assignments on Thursday.
• Communicate home any Red Flags from Week 7-8.
• Focus is communication on missing assignments and grades as we get closer to Parent Teacher Conferences.

Thursday

• HOCO Wall Decorating

Friday

• Flex Friday
• 2 locations: Gym and Cafeteria (reduction based on need of summoning locations)

Looking ahead for October

• Last Change for Advisory Feedback
• Next PAC meeting Tues Oct 28th
• PTC next week
• Halloween Fest on 31st, periods 1-4 (tentative, finalizing half day schedules)
• Student and Staff of the month nominations next week
• Updates made in Tues/Thurs slide deck for Academic Advising, we will be starting on the Quarter 2 slide deck for week 10 and updates made in Demo Advisory G.Classroom to reflect changes due to HOCO wall decorating. More info to come next week but feel free to look ahead.

Celebrating OWL Values: Welcoming, Ownership, Leadership

Dear Mary M. Knight Community,

Each week, we take a moment to recognize the extraordinary individuals who embody our core values and demonstrate true GRIT. This week, we're proud to highlight students and staff who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to learning, growth, and community.

Student Highlights:

High School Leadership

• Brooke Mirka and Carissa Reeves (12th Grade) showed exceptional leadership by welcoming a new student during lunch. What may have seemed like a simple basketball game was actually a powerful moment of inclusion, ensuring a new community member felt welcomed and that they belong at MMK.

Perseverance and Self-Advocacy

• Allyiah Wood (10th Grade) demonstrated remarkable maturity by taking ownership of her learning. She advocated for her educational needs and worked diligently to improve her grades, proving that determination makes all the difference.

Elementary Excellence

• Dominic Franco (1st Grade) shows remarkable ownership of his learning. When he finishes his work, he doesn't wait to be told what to do - he proactively grabs a book and starts reading.
• Bailee Mock and Cloie Kitchell (4th Grade) exemplify resilience. They approach learning with positivity, carefully checking their work, asking insightful questions, and embracing feedback with enthusiasm.

Focus and Determination

• Lucas Vogland (5th Grade) and Haiden Franco (2nd Grade) showcased incredible focus, completing their writing folders with determination and efficiency.

Community Spirit

• Sunny Baughman (2nd Grade) demonstrated our culture of continuous improvement by voluntarily helping to clean up the library.

Early Learning Ownership

• Lucas Frostad (Kindergarten) is already modeling ownership, consistently fixing mistakes and maintaining a persistent effort.

Staff and Community Recognition

A special shout-out to Mrs. Guelzo, a parent who went above and beyond by volunteering in our Preschool. Her willingness to support our educational community during a challenging time reflects the true spirit of teamwork.

We also want to recognize Mrs. Jewett, whose dedication shines through even on challenging days, always striving to provide the best for our students.

Reflections on GRIT

At Mary M. Knight, we believe that GRIT isn't just about academic achievement. It's about growing, supporting each other, and continuously improving. Each of these individuals shows us what it means to be a true Owl - Welcomed, Owning our actions, and Leading by example.

Keep soaring, Owls!

🍽️ This Week's Lunch Meno

• Monday: Corn dog
• Tuesday: Sloppy joe
• Wednesday: Chicken Pozole
• Thursday: Teriyaki chicken rice
• Friday: Pulled pork nachos

🏃‍♂️ Athletics This Week

• Monday:
• Tuesday: MS volleyball vs. Queets 5:40 pm / HS volleyball vs. Willapa Valley 7:00 pm
• Wednesday: MS Football @ Ocosta 3:15 pm
• Thursday: HS Volleyball senior night vs. Ocosta 5:30 pm
• Friday: Volleyball @ Oakville 5:30 pm
• Saturday: HS Football Homecoming vs. Lake Quinault 1:00 pm

📋 Important Reminders

🔗 District Website: Access to district website

🔗 Skyward Family Access: Access grades and attendance

🔗 Athletic Schedules: MMK Sports Hub

🔗 Character Strong Resources: Available on district website

📧 Questions? Contact us at (360) 426-6767 or visit marymknight.com

Email: jstoney@mmk.wednet.edu
Website: https://www.marymknight.com/
Location: 2987 Matlock-Brady Road, Elma, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 426-6767
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MMKOwls