Enumclaw High School

Kudos to....

• Kim Herd, Paul Iacobazzi, Kody Dribnak, and Janet Groves for pitching in to help on Monday and Tuesday when I was out of the building at an Association of Washington School Principals' conference.
• Dr. Mike Rettinhouse for successfully defending his doctoral dissertation on Thursday.
• Christy Weinbrecht and the ASB Leadership Class for planning and delivering the Fall Sports Recognition Assembly.
• Paul Dumontet, Cynthia Baker, Paul Iacobazzi, Kim Herd, Janet Groves, Grayson McKoon, Mike Rettinhouse, Spencer Adam, Janelle Murrell, Carrie Jungwirth, Estela Morgan, Kelly Rettinhouse, Rob Lightbody, Molly Chang, Vic Wallace, Gary Kinniburgh, Leo Abrahamse, Eric Fiedler,Dan Salsbury, and Tyler Salsbury for working the Battle of the Bridge Game on Friday night.

• Monday Homeroom Schedule - Monday Homeroom Schedule

• Regular Schedule - EHS Regular Schedule
• Election Day - Don't Forget to Vote!
• Girls Soccer vs. District Opponent, Harry E. Lang Stadium, Lakewood, 5:00 PM
• Girls Volleyball @ Federal Way HS, 7:15 PM

• Regular Schedule - EHS Regular Schedule
• National Honor Society Meeting, EHS Commons, 7:00 AM

• Regular Schedule - EHS Regular Schedule
• EHS Certificated Staff Meeting, Library Media Center, 7:00 AM
• Girls Soccer vs. District Opponent, Time and Location TBD

• Friday Early Release Schedule with AM Assembly - Friday AM Assembly
• Veteran's Day Assembly, EHS Gym, 9:25 AM
• Football vs. Shorewood HS, Districts, Pete's Pool, 7:00 PM

• Cross Country @ State, Sun Willows Golf Course, Pasco
• Girls Soccer vs. District Opponent, Time and Location TBD

Happy Monday Hornets!

What a weekend of weather. We saw a little bit of everything, rain, win, and sun. I hope you all enjoyed Halloween and the beautiful autumn day on Sunday.

As you are well aware now, the Battle of the Bridge football game did not go our way this year. Our football coaches and players handled the setback with grace and are already focused on the game against Shorewood High School later in the week. If the boys win that one they are on to state!

We know that some families are impacted by the governement shutdown and availability of SNAP benefits. We have included some information on food resources available in the community. If you need any additional help, please contact the EHS Counseling Office.

Save the Date: EHS Fall Conferences: November 20, 21, and 24. Please save the date for EHS Fall Conferences. You can find information below on the logistics for conferences.

That’s all for now. Let’s make it a great week.

Rod Merrell

Recognizing that many families may be facing food insecurity in the coming weeks, we are reaching out to share resources available at school and in our community to help out and to point you in the right direction if you are wondering how you can help others.

Free Breakfast and Meals Program: The free and reduced meals program offers qualified students access to free or reduced breakfast and lunch at EHS. Eligibility for Free and Reduced Meals offers access to other supports, including information about upcoming holiday meals and community outreach programs. Free and Reduced Lunch Application

Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation’s Backpack Program: Rainier Foothills Wellness generously

delivers bags of food for students to take home on Fridays from school. Enroll your child online: Backpack Program Sign-up or call 360-802-3206.

Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation’s Full Bellies Program: Rainier Foothills Wellness provides free meals in the community.

Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm at The Foundation

1304 Griffin Ave, Enumclaw

(No meal the last Thursday of each month).

Food Bank at Plateau Outreach Ministries: Anyone experiencing food insecurity can visit the foodbank weekly. Call to access Door Dash and Emergency food or to inquire about energy and rent assistance: 360-825-8961

1720 1/2 Wells Street, Enumclaw

Mondays: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Tuesdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Wednesdays: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

For those looking for ways to help local organizations that provide these services:

• Backpack Program: Donations can be made directly at the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation office at 1675 Cole Street, Enumclaw, or at the Enumclaw School District Office at 2929 McDougall Avenue, Enumclaw. Please check with your students' school or parent group for more details about accepting donations for the Backpack Program in their building. Common needs for the program are canned and boxed entrees, tuna, oatmeal packets, granola bars, and snack items.

• Your Local Food Bank: The Black Diamond Community Center Food Bank and Plateau Outreach Ministries Food Bank accept donations during their normal operating hours. Donations can also be dropped off at the Enumclaw School District Main Office. You can find the specific needs of each organization here:

We are trying something new with conferences this year. Families will have a number of different options for conferences: scheduled in-person, scheduled virtual, drop-in in-person, and drop in virtual. We will also host the Beyond the Hive event on Monday, November 24 (see below for more details). We will share more details in next Monday's Monday Memo.

Who: Parents/Guardians & Students – All grade levels welcome
What: Join us for an evening designed to help EHS families prepare for life after high school, plan for ongoing success, and connect with teachers during fall conferences.
When: Monday, November 24th | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Enumclaw High School Commons

Event Highlights:

• FAFSA/WASFA Workshop – Get help completing your financial aid application.

• Paying for College – Learn about scholarships, grants, and funding options.

• Senior Timeline & Need-to-Know – Stay on track for graduation and beyond.

• College Applications & Personal Statements – Tips for standing out in your applications.

• How to Help My Struggling Student – Strategies and supports for student success.

• High School & Beyond Plan – Learn what it is and how to complete it.

• Earning College Credit in High School – Explore Running Start, AP, and College in the High School options.

Come connect, learn, and set your student up for success — we can’t wait to see you there!

Congratulations to Ava Knecht for being one of four students in the United States selected to participate in the Minami Nihon Culture Center (MNCC) Japanese Homestay Program. Ava will attend Japanese school from Monday to Friday and will observe the differences between Japanese education systems and Enumclaw High School. She will live with a Japanese family during her stay and will be immersed in Japanese culture. Way to go Ava!

• November 10, 2025 - NO School Teacher In-Service
• November 11, 2025 - NO School Holiday
• November 13, 2025 - BLT Meeting 7:00 AM
• November 13, 2025 - BOC Meeting
• November 14, 2025 - PLC Professional Learning, 1:30 PM
• November 20, 21, & 24 - High School Conferences