Tiger News from Principal Stilwell

Dear Garfield Families,

Welcome to December! It’s hard to believe we’re already in the final month of the year. I hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful holiday break.

This past week, our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders had the wonderful opportunity to virtually meet author, Peter Brown. We capped off the week with our Tiger Pride assembly on Friday, such a fun celebration of our amazing Tigers!

Looking ahead, I hope to see you at our Winter Concert on Thursday, December 11, at the Everett Civic Auditorium. The doors open at 6pm and more information is below. Our students have worked so hard to prepare for this special evening—it’s truly a magical event! If you can’t attend in person, or if you have family and friends out of town, the concert will be live-streamed on the Everett Civic Auditorium YouTube channel.

Thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to celebrating this season with you!

With gratitude,

Kathy Stilwell
Principal

Monday December 8

• Imagine Learning 8:15 - 9:00 am (Room 116)

Tuesday December 9

• Imagine Learning 8:15 - 9:00 am (Room 116)
• Agape Meeting 3:30 - 4:30 pm (Room 306)

Wednesday December 10

• Imagine Learning 8:15 - 9:00 am (Room 116)

Thursday December 11

• Imagine Learning 8:15 - 9:00 am (Room 116)

• Bring your stuffy to school day!
• Winter Concert at Civic Auditorium doors open at 6 PM and concert starts at 6:30 PM (Civic Auditorium, Everett High School)

Friday December 12

• Learning Improvement Friday, 2:15 pm dismissal

Monday December 15

• Fun Sock Day!
• PTA Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 pm (Garfield Library)

Tuesday December 16

• Mix and Match Day!

Wednesday December 17

• Winter Headwear Day!

Thursday December 18

• Light and Bright Day!
• Holiday Lane 5:00-6:30 PM(Cafeteria, Gym)

Friday December 19

• Pajama Day!
• Early release, 1:00 PM dismissal

Holiday Break, No School - December 22 - January 2

Return January 5, 2026

• Kindergarten students will go directly to the stage then sit with their teacher the remainder of the concert
• All 1st-5th graders will sit with their teacher at the concert
• Please collect your child's coat, hat, gloves before they find their teacher. Students end in different seats than they start in
• Students should not have any of the following with them at the concert: food, drink, electronics including phones, fidgets, toys, etc.
• Student perform in grade level order K-5 and end with an all school song, please do not leave early with your student
• The concert will be live streamed on Everett Civic Auditorium's YouTube channel, perfect for out of town friends and family!
• Students are not to be dropped off without a responsible guardian

We are very excited for the concert, students have worked hard and are looking forward to performing for you!

Families often ask why so many schools rely on portable classrooms. Today, Everett Public Schools uses 103 portables across our elementary schools, which is equivalent to the size of two and a half elementary schools. These portable classrooms were needed to help our district keep up with growth, but were never meant to be a permanent solution for our students. On February 10, 2026, voters will consider two measures that address this ongoing space challenge.

Proposition 1, the School Construction Bond, would fund a new elementary school and add permanent classrooms at existing schools, helping reduce the reliance on portable classrooms. The proposal also includes rebuilding Lowell Elementary, improving learning spaces at Cascade and Everett High schools, and updating roofs, heating and cooling systems, playgrounds, and safety features districtwide.

Proposition 2, the Education Levy, is a renewal measure. It is not a new tax. The levy continues funding for staffing, academic programs, student services, and day-to-day school operations that are not fully covered by the state.

Both these measures will be on the ballot on February 10. You can learn more at: www.everettsd.org/bond-levy-2026

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.

If you are in need of any support or resources, please contact our Family Advocate Specialist, Jonathon Johnson.

JJohnson16@everettsd.org

425-385-4700

https://www.everettsd.org/garfield

• EPS Resources Page

• Snohomish County Cold Weather Shelters

• 211 Snohomish County Services and Resources

• Millennia Ministries One of our partners, Millennia does much more than housing support! They have a food bank, run great classes, and help connect families to resources.

• Toys for Tots

FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN SNOHOMISH

TUESDAYS at 11:30am

LOCATION: Hope Church

5002 Bickford Ave

Snohomish, WA 98290

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FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN MARYSVILLE

THURSDAYS at 11:30am

LOCATION: (Drive-Thru) Marysville Foursquare Church

11911 State Ave.

Marysville, WA 98271

Google maps

FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN EVERETT

FRIDAYS at 11:30am

LOCATION: Zion Lutheran Church

4634 Alger Ave

Everett, WA 98203

Google Maps

FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN ARLINGTON

SATURDAYS at 12:00pm

LOCATION: (Drive-Thru) LIFEchurch360 Community Bldg

3310 Smokey Point Dr.

Arlington, WA 98223

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FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN SNOHOMISH

SUNDAYS at 4:00pm

LOCATION: Midnight Cry Church

210 Avenue B

Snohomish, WA 98290

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