Timberwolf Family News

We have conferences coming up on Monday, November 3rd and Tuesday, November 4th. More information is below about the times conferences are being held and how they are being held. We are looking forward to meeting with you and working together to support your child. You may want to check ParentVue or StudentVue before coming and that can help you determine what classrooms to visit first. These conferences are about five to eight minutes long to talk through some basics. It can depend on how busy conferences are too. If you would like to arrange another time to meet that is possible if there is something that will need a bit more time.

The Healthy Youth Survey needed to be postponed until Thursday, October 30th due to some technical difficulties. If you filled out the form to opt your child out of this survey we will make sure they have something else to do during this time.

Students have been really motivated to read with audiobooks here at Evergreen. Reading skill development takes place with audiobooks, particularly when paired with the physical novel. Many students who may not normally read as much are starting to really enjoy reading along to audio books and this is a great way to improve reading skills and listen to a great story. Our ratings are second in the district for number of hours reading audiobooks across all five middle schools. We are very proud of that and plan to take the number one spot very soon!

I hope your week went as well as Evergreen's week. Enjoy your weekend!

Sincerely,

Sara Idle

Next Week:

• October 27th: 10/31: Fall Spirit Week (See flyer below for daily themes)

• October 29th: Picture Retake Day

• October 30th: ASB Fall Dance for 7th & 8th Graders 2:15-3:15

November & Beyond:

• November 3rd, November 4th: NO SCHOOL (Fall Family/Teacher Conferences)

• November 3rd: Evening Conferences

• November 6th: Pack Pride Night 6:30 to 7:30 PM

• November 7th: Early 11:35 AM Dismissal Day

• November 10th: Veterans Assembly

• November 11th: NO SCHOOL (Veterans Day Observed)

• November 18th: WLA Testing

• November 20th: PTA Bingo Lotería Night (6:00 to 7:30 PM)

• November 26th - November 28th: NO SCHOOL (Thanksgiving/Fall Break)
• December 22nd - January 2nd: NO SCHOOL (Winter Break)

Monday, October 27: Pajama Day

Tuesday, October 28: Twin Day

Wednesday, October 29: Meme Day

Thursday, October 30: Blackout Day

Friday, October 31: Character Day

A UPDATE

🗓️ Save the Date – Upcoming Events

🎉 Bingo & Lotería Nights: November 20, 2025 from 6-7:30pm at Evergreen MS

☕ Cocoa for Kids: December 19, 2025 before school

PTA Meeting: January 15th, 2026 at 6:30 PM

🙌 Get Involved & Make a Difference!

We need superstars like YOU to help make our events unforgettable — volunteer and be the magic behind the fun!

✨ Join our Evergreen PTA!

This year, our Evergreen PTA is making a positive difference at our school, and we’d love for you and your family to be part of this incredible team! Our PTA is made up of passionate parents, family members, staff, and volunteers who come together to support and enhance our school community.

We’re involved in a variety of exciting activities, including classroom grants, school events, and community programs. We also hold monthly meetings led by our dedicated PTA leaders, Co-Presidents Alexandria Booth and Rachael Gardner. Everyone is welcome — it’s a great chance to connect, share ideas, and help make a difference in our students’ lives. Join us and be part of something special!

Sign-up is simple https://evergreenmiddlepta.givebacks.com/ and memberships cost only $10 before October 31, 2025 for the year. Thank you for your time, consideration, and support.

Stay Connected:

📲 Follow us for updates: @EvergreenMSPTA
📧 Reach out anytime: evergreenmiddlepta@gmail.com

💚 Every Little Bit Counts! Your support helps us create awesome memories, fun events, and a powerhouse community. Join the fun and make a difference!💚

GET INVOLVED

It’s not too late! Joining the PTA is simple and only $10 for the year! It’s an affordable way to show your support for our school even if you can't volunteer or join a committee.

To join, simply scan the QR code below with your smartphone to sign up via Givebacks:

Evergreen Middle School’s Athletic Department provides quality athletic opportunities that support our commitment to inspire, educate and prepare students to lead and shape the future.

Middle school sports take place during the following 4 seasons:

SIGN UP FOR WINTER 1 SPORTS TODAY!!

Winter I sports practice starts on November 5, 2025:

• Boys & Girls Soccer

• Boys Basketball

• Volleyball

Winter II sports practice starts in January and February 2026:

• Girls Basketball (start January 20, 2026)

• Co-ed Wrestling* (start February 23, 2026)

Spring sports practice starts on March 31, 2026:

• Co-ed Track *

*6th Graders may participate in practices but not compete in meets/matches.

Practices: Practice is from 2:15 to 4:15 Monday through Thursday only.

Activity Bus: Student can ride the activity bus home after practice. Coaches will have drop off information.

Sports Physical: In order to play all student athletes must have a current sports physical signed by a physician. You must use the approved physical form which you can upload directly into FinalForms once completed. The physical is good for two years. If you don't have a sports physical, we encourage you to schedule one as soon as possible.

Registration: Registration for ALL sports is open now! All athletic registration forms are done electronically on-line via FinalForms.

New families, to create your new FinalForms account to register your student athlete click here https://everett-wa.finalforms.com/. Then click *NEW ACCOUNT then follow the prompts to create your new FinalForms account and sign your forms.

Returning families and students who already have FinalForms accounts, click here to sign in and confirm, or update your information for the 2025-26 school year.

For assistance with FinalForms click here for the Parent Playbook

Students can only retake pictures if:

• Students that were absent on the original picture day
• Students who are new and were not yet able to take their picture
• Students wanting to retake their photo - If your student/family ordered a package and would like a new photo, please return the original package to the Dorian photographer on our 10/23 retake day.

Please see the retake information flier below and related order link. Families can order school pictures online at mydorian.com before picture day and up to two (2) days afterward.

EVERETT, WA - Everett Public Schools is proud to announce a historic achievement: the district's four-year, on-time graduation rate for the class of 2025 has reached 96.3 %, the highest in district history. Everett Public Schools continues to have one of the highest graduation rates in the state.

"This record graduation rate reflects the incredible resilience and determination of our students," said Executive Director of College & Career Readiness Jeanne Willard. "Each diploma represents years of effort, growth, and support. It opens doors to endless opportunities for their future."

Cascade High School saw the highest increase, going from 94.6% to 96.6%.

"We are very proud of the 96.3% graduation rate," said Everett Public Schools Superintendent Ian B. Saltzman. "This is due to the hard work of teachers, administrators, staff, students, and families."

This record-breaking milestone reflects Everett Public Schools' strong commitment to excellence and to preparing every student for success beyond high school.

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Across our district, two specific days each fall are designated as non-school days, dedicated to Family/Teacher Conferences. This year, those two days are Monday, November 3rd, and Tuesday, November 4th. School will not be in session on those days as we hold both for needed opportunities to connect with our families. School will resume for our students that Wednesday, November 5th and will conclude that week, on Friday, November 7th, with an 11:35am dismissal day.

Our format for fall conferences include OPEN WINDOWS to provide families with opportunities to meet with each of their child's teachers. See the schedule below for the hours we will be open on the following days. Please take note that CLOSED means teachers/staff will not be available during those times, so plan accordingly to stop by during OPEN time slots. We look forward to meeting with you and answering all your questions/inquiries! Thank you!

Monday, November 3rd:

7:30a.m.-10:30a.m. OPEN

10:30a.m.-12:10p.m. CLOSED

12:10p.m.-2:05p.m. OPEN

2:05p.m-5:00p.m. CLOSED

5:00p.m - 7:30p.m. OPEN

Tuesday, November 4th:

7:30a.m.-10:30a.m. OPEN

10:30a.m.-12:10p.m. CLOSED

12:10p.m.-2:05p.m. OPEN

**NO EVENING CONFERENCES**

• Cascade High School (CHS) is now a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. The school is working toward authorization as an IB World School, joining more than 4,000 schools worldwide that share a common philosophy: a commitment to high-quality, challenging, and international education. This commitment is one that both CHS and Everett Public Schools believe is essential for our students.

  The IB Diploma Program is a two-year course sequence during a student’s junior and senior years. CHS will provide guidance for students in grades 8-10 that will prepare them for the IB Diploma Program that begins their junior year of high school.

  
  

Program Information Night(s):

Thursday Oct. 23 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the Cascade HS Library

Monday November 24th from 6:00 to 7:00 PM in the Evergreen MS Library

🌟 Exciting News for Everett Families! 🌟

The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department is excited to share that eligible students can receive free year-long haircuts through the Kutz 4 Kidz program! This incredible program is sponsored by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Snohomish County and the Coverson Family.

Who’s eligible?
Kutz 4 Kidz supports homeless, low-income families, and students receiving free or reduced lunch, with a special focus on African American students and those facing economic hardships.

How to get vouchers?
Visit your school’s front office or speak to your school counselor, family specialist, or KIT coordinator for more information.

Here is contact information for the various people and offices that you may need to communicate with:

Attendance: Amy Duffy, 425-385-5735

Front Office: Liliya Kuyava, 425-385-5700

Office Manager: Brianna Walker, 425-385-5701

Registrar: Bethany Arneson, 425-385-5710

Nurses Office: Mackenzie Coffell and Shannon Smith, 425-385-5706

6th Grade Counselor: Elsa Leal, 425-385-5722

7th Grade Counselor: Emily Dunham, 425-385-5721

8th Grade Counselor: Gen Rue, 425-385-5723

Everett Public Schools uses the CNEEB form to determine which families qualify for Free & Reduced (F&R) meals.

The F&R Meals Application is more than just a lunch. Students who qualify for F&R meals may also be eligible to receive other benefits, including reduced ASB, sports, and AP exam fees, as well as a variety of benefits in their local communities. Certain school funding is also closely linked with student F&R meal rates.

Federal law requires all students to have access to meal applications, and Everett Public Schools encourages all families to apply for benefits, if they believe they are eligible. September is a critical time to connect with families seeking benefits, as district F&R rates are finalized in October. CNEEB Applications and informational post cards have been delivered to every school office. Families may also complete applications online by visiting www.myschoolapps.com.

The online application is available in seven languages.

All students in Everett Public Schools now have access to resources at both Everett Public Libraries and Sno-Isle Libraries, using a simple username and password for both. This partnership has expanded our students' access to ebooks, audiobooks, physical books, databases, and other digital resources.

This month, librarians will begin introducing the public library resources to students and helping them log in. It won't be all at once, but usernames and passwords will stay the same as long as the student is in the district. Please check with your school librarian for more information.

If you prefer to keep your student from accessing the public libraries, you can opt them out by filling out this form and returning it to your child's school

Hello Timberwolf families,

Here is an attachment of food resources we have available in our local community!

Nicole Hoshock, Evergreen's Student Support Advocate puts a newsletter together that is

FULL of community resources.

Whether it is:

-Free grocery markets

-Cold weather shelters

-After school clubs

She has a WEALTH of information!!

If you do not find what you are looking for in the newsletter, please call the main office and ask for Nicole. She may have access to what you need!

Seattle Children’s is happy to announce the opening Sept. 30 of a new Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic, the first pediatric-focused psychiatric urgent care in Washington state. We hope you will share this information with your teams.

What: Same-day in-person and virtual (video) visits providing mental and behavioral health crisis assessment, initial treatment recommendations and referral to follow-up resources in the community. Care is provided by our experienced team of licensed mental health therapists, family advocates/case managers, psychiatric advanced practice providers (APPs) and medical assistants.

Who: Designed for youth ages 4 through 17 who are experiencing a mental health crisis and need same-day intervention but do not need the services of an emergency department (ED). We care for all Washington youth ages 4 through 17, including children and teens with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

When: Open daily from noon to 8 p.m.; closed on major holidays.

Where: We see youth in person at Seattle Children’s Magnuson, located at 6901 Sand Point Way NE in Seattle, and through video visits from anywhere in Washington state. We recommend scheduling a same-day in-person appointment online or getting in the virtual line for a video visit. We have very limited capacity to see walk-ins and cannot guarantee walk-in access.

Please encourage families who live outside the Seattle area to use the virtual/video option. They must be physically in Washington state during the video visit.

How: Before scheduling a visit, learn whether to go to Psychiatric Urgent Care or an ED. A referral is not required.

• For in-person visits, schedule a same-day appointment online. (Scheduling opens at 12:01 am daily.)
• For video visits from anywhere in Washington state, get in the virtual line to be seen. (The first spots in virtual line open at 11:30 am daily.)
• Please note that spots in the virtual line will open up throughout the clinic day, please encourage youth and families to regularly check back for availability.
• Please note we have very limited capacity to see walk-ins and cannot guarantee walk-in access. Please encourage patients/families to schedule an in-person appointment online or get in the virtual line to be seen for a video visit.

Why: This new service – the first of its kind in the Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho region – is part of Seattle Children’s ongoing commitment to building out the continuum of care to ensure children and teens receive the right level of care at the right time. Psychiatric Urgent Care is intended to connect children and teens in Washington state to faster crisis assessment and follow-up resources in the community.

Please note that patients seen in the Psychiatric Urgent Care Clinic will not access other outpatient psychiatry services at Seattle Children’s faster than those referred through the normal process.

One way to get involved is to volunteer. We have many different opportunities for families to volunteer. Here are some ways you could get involved:

• Join Natural Leaders or the PTA
• Read aloud to students in book groups
• Help students study their math facts
• Supervise games at recess or during lunch
• Welcome students to school in the morning
• Help out in the student store during one lunch or more

There are many other ways to help out as well. If you are curious, please let us know by getting in touch with our main office staff at 425-385-5700 or by completing this form.

Our students benefit from family involvement!

https://forms.office.com/r/4PyP9Tb3LF

Bus Schedules

Please visit the district website's transportation page to view your students route and stop location.

Transportation Information

Payments

You can make payments at the school between 7:30am-2:30pm with cash or check (made out to Evergreen Middle School). You can also make payments online with a credit card.

Online Payments

Attendance

Please report all absences within 24 hours by sending a note with your student or sending an email to EVGAttendance@everettsd.org

Winter Weather

Are you prepared? When the weather gets colder make sure you have all the information needed for potential school delays and closures.

Emergency Overview

Email: bwalker2@everettsd.org
Website: https://www.everettsd.org/evergreen
Location: 7621 Beverly Lane, Everett, WA, USA
Phone: 425-385-5700
Twitter: @EPS_EvergreenMS