Tiger News from Principal Stilwell

Dear Garfield Families,

It’s hard to believe we’re already nearing the end of October! As we head into this busy season, I want to share a few important reminders and heartfelt thanks.

First, a friendly reminder that costumes and masks are not permitted at Garfield. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

We’re looking forward to connecting with you during Parent-Teacher Conferences on:

• Monday, November 3 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Tuesday, November 4 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM and again from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM

If you haven’t yet signed up for a conference time, please be sure to do so soon. These meetings are a valuable opportunity to partner with your child’s teacher and support their learning journey.

I also want to extend my sincere appreciation to everyone who attended the PTA meeting on Monday—your presence and engagement mean so much. If you weren’t able to join us, I warmly encourage you to attend our November PTA meeting on Monday November 17. Your voice and involvement help make Garfield such a special place.

A huge thank you to our amazing PTA for organizing a fantastic Bingo and Game Night! It was a joyful evening with a wonderful turnout. Events like these remind me how lucky we are to be part of such a vibrant, caring community.

Thank you for all you do to support our school.

Warmly,
Kathy Stilwell
Principal

• NO Walking Club
• Imagine Learning 8:15-9:00 AM
• 3rd Grade Swimming (Mrs. Hollenbeck's Class) 12:15 - 1:45 PM

• Imagine Learning 8:15-9:00 AM
• 3rd Grade Swimming (Mrs. Rawling's Class) 12:15 - 1:45 PM

• Imagine Learning 8:15-9:00 AM
• Walking Club 8:40-9:00 AM
• 3rd Grade Swimming (Mrs. Rawling's Class) 12:15 - 1:45 PM
• Open Library 3:30 - 4:00 pm

• Imagine Learning 8:15-9:00 AM
• 3rd Grade Swimming (Mrs. Rawling's Class) 12:15 - 1:45 PM

• Robotics Club 3:30 - 4:45 PM (Room 205)

Friday October 31

• LAST Walking Club 8:40-9:00 AM
• Learning Improvement Friday (LIF), 2:15 PM dismissal

Monday November 3 - NO SCHOOL

• Conferences 8:30 - 4:00 pm
• Book Fair (see hours below)

Tuesday November 4 - NO SCHOOL

• Conferences 8:30 - 4:00 pm, 4:30 - 7:00 pm
• Book Fair (see hours below)

• Early Release, 1:00 pm dismissal

Monday November 10

• Veterans Day Assembly - Veterans will be invited to join our assembly

• Veterans Day - No School

Monday November 17

• PTA Meeting 4:00 -5:00 pm

Wednesday November 26- Friday November 28

• Holiday - No School

Thursday December 11

• Winter Concert at Civic Auditorium (Everett High School)

• Holiday Lane 5:00-6:30 pm (Cafeteria, Gym)

Conferences are scheduled for November 3rd and 4th. There is no school on these days. If you have not already signed up, please do so asap https://gae.parentconferences.net/

To ensure safety and efficiency during drop-off and pick-up, please follow these guidelines:

• Drop-Off: Stay in your vehicle. Have your child exit on the curbside (passenger side/right side) for safety.
• Pick-Up: Stay in your vehicle. Once you reach the pick-up zone, we will call your child to your car. They will enter on the curbside for safety.

If you need to get out of your car, please park in a designated parking area. Parking is available in the school parking lot or along adjacent streets (including 23rd adjacent to the school parking lot). Do not park in the carline including along the fence on 23rd or in the bus zone on Pine Street. All other areas are open for street parking.

Thank you for helping us keep our students safe and our traffic flow smooth!

We look forward to seeing your child at school every day. Regular school attendance is important, and we will work with you to ensure your child is present to benefit from an excellent education. If your child is absent, please email our attendance email address, gaeattendance@everettsd.org.

If email is not possible, please call 425-385-4705 to report the absence. Please make sure there is an email or a written note within 30 days after your student returns to school.

Everett Public Schools no longer prints calendars for everyone, here are printable options with and without artwork. Click HERE for the 2025-26 printable calendars. For all district calendars visit the website HERE.

Email: kstilwell@everettsd.org
Website: www.everettsd.org/Garfield
Location: 2215 Pine Street, Everett, WA
Phone: 425-385-4700
Twitter: @EPS_Garfield