Weyerhaeuser Elementary News

Phone: 360-879-1650

Fax: 360-879-1662

School hours: 8am-2:30pm

Wednesday hours: 9am-2:30pm

www.eatonville.wednet.edu/wes

Field Day and some field trips are coming SOON!

We’re so excited for these fun events—but we need your help! All volunteers must have their volunteer paperwork completed and approved by the district office before these fun events.

⏳ Please note: processing can take up to 2 weeks, so don’t wait until the last minute!

📝 Follow this link to complete the volunteer application: https://www.eatonville.wednet.edu/resources/volunteer

SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. Families will get a one-time $120 benefit per year for each eligible child to help buy groceries during the summer months. Nearly 600,000 Washington children received SUN Bucks over the summer of 2024.

For questions about the SUN Bucks program or your benefits, please call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230 (TTY: 800-833-6348) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday (except observed holidays) or learn more on the DSHS website.

Sign up for text alerts to be notified of SUN Bucks updates, benefit details, important reminders and answers to questions.

Thinking about tackle football but not quite sure? Come check out the Intro to Football Camp — the perfect opportunity for your player to learn the basics and build confidence before the season starts!

June 11 – All About Offense
June 12 – All About Defense

Eatonville Middle School

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM each night

Our coaches will walk players through what to expect, helping them understand the game in a fun, supportive environment. Great for newcomers or those still deciding!

Note: This event is not sponsored or endorsed by the Eatonville School District.

Students in grades 3 through 5 will be taking the SBA (Smarter Balanced Assessment) between May 5th and May 23rd. Please ensure your child arrives on time each day and avoid scheduling appointments during school hours throughout the testing period. Thank you for helping your student be prepared and ready for success!

If you have not yet completed the Intent to Return form for the 2025–2026 school year, please take a moment to do so as soon as possible. This information is essential for us as we plan staffing and resources for the upcoming year. Your response helps us better prepare to meet the needs of our students and staff.

REMINDER: This form is only for students currently in Kindergarten through 4th grade,

Thank you for your support and partnership!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScD-b88ekjT9h0T-P-ALJkBqvSYUdaoep91IQoZEnGY8UMh9w/viewform

The last day to check out library books is May 23rd!

All library books are due back by May 30th.

Make sure to grab your favorites before the deadline — and don't forget to return them on time! 😊

To check if your student has any library or computer fines, please have them log in to the Clever portal and click on the Follett link. This will show any outstanding fines or materials that need to be returned.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the week of May 4-10 focuses on Children’s Mental Health. Mental health is important for everyone, and includes our emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

Please reach out to Mrs. Lindstrom if your child needs support. Mental Health Matters! a.lindstrom@eatonville.wednet.edu

Mental Health Month Resources

• Youth Mental Health Fact Sheets: English | Spanish
• Mental Health Month | Mental Health America
• Kids Mental Health Pierce County
• Mental Health Awareness Month | SAMHSA
  
• Talking Mental Health is an animation designed to help begin conversations about mental health in the classroom and beyond
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

We are thrilled to welcome our future Kindergarten students for the upcoming school year! It’s an exciting time for both parents and children, and we want to ensure everyone is well-prepared.

25-26 Kindergarten Camp is August 28th. Only students with completed enrollment forms will be invited.

Please get your enrollment packet turned in.

To change your child's after-school destination, please use the link below or scan the QR code.

Important: All destination changes must be made by 1:15 p.m.

Thank you!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclVRx0hbFJsXLfVZ8yo9zSak2VeYscZOdJW7t8OZuBmXwJ-w/viewform

We've moved all destination changes online this year, and they need to be submitted by 1:15 (unless it's an emergency). EARLY pick ups can also be placed on this link.

The office gets really busy after lunch. In an effort to serve our students and staff first we won't be answering phones after 2pm. If you need to reach us, just leave a voicemail—we’ll get it right away as a text in our email. Please do not call multiple times in a row.

Thanks so much for helping us prioritize our students and teachers!

Attendance is crucial for your child's success! Please ensure that your student arrives at school on time each day.

If your child will be absent, kindly email Mrs. Carey at j.carey@eatonville.wednet.edu. Or log their absence into skyward.

New this year:

--All tardy students must be walked in by a parent or guardian.

--Please excuse any unexcused absences within one week.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Do you know an Eatonville High School graduate who exemplifies integrity, compassion, and excellence? We are now accepting nominations for the Eatonville High School Award of Distinction! This prestigious award honors alumni who have made significant contributions in their professional careers, community service, or personal endeavors.

Award recipients will be recognized during our Welcome Back event in August 2025, celebrating their achievements and inspiring the next generation of Eatonville students.

Nominees must have graduated at least 10 years ago and demonstrated excellence in areas such as academics, professional accomplishments, humanitarian efforts, philanthropy, or personal contributions to society.

Paper applications are available at each school office, the district office, and digitally at Award of Distinction Application. Completed nominations are due by May 31, 2025.

Help us honor those who continue to make a difference—nominate an outstanding EHS graduate today!

We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for before and after school care with Champions, located here at Weyerhaeuser Elementary!

Why Choose Champions?

• Flexible Scheduling: Customize your child’s care schedule to fit your needs.
• Easy Enrollment: Register and manage your account online anytime.
• Peace of Mind: Safe, engaging environment with dedicated staff.

How to Enroll:

• Visit DiscoverChampions.com and create your account.
• Follow the step-by-step instructions to enroll your child.
• Customize your schedule as needed through the Family Portal.
• For more details on how to enroll and schedule, check out the flyers linked below.

• If you have any difficulties, Champions Family Support is available Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST at 1-800-246-2154

  
  

Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to ensure your child has a safe and enriching environment before and after school. Sign up today and let Champions take care of the rest!

For questions or support, please call 1-800-246-2154

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WHEN TO KEEP STUDENTS HOME:

Fever >100.4

Vomiting

Diarrhea

Rash not cleared by a healthcare provider

Open/draining wounds not able to be covered

Not feeling well enough to be at school

Students are cleared to return to school after illness once symptoms are improving, fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medications, and vomiting/diarrhea resolved for 24 hours.

STUDENT CONCUSSIONS AND INJURIES: Please provide medical documentation for any diagnosed concussions or injuries stating when students are cleared to return to school and normal activities as well as any accommodations requested by a healthcare provider.

Attached is the 6th Grade Band Registration Form. If your student is interested in joining the middle school band, please complete the form below. We’re excited to kick off a great year of music!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eK63BkADH028CeH2r-N5YG9l5CArLmOqzO3b8i--Xrw/edit?tab=t.0

Any questions, please email s.danielson@eatonville.wednet.edu

From time to time, we may use your child's picture in our newsletter, on Facebook, or on our website. If you prefer that your child's photo not be used in these areas, please email the office to let us know.

Please note that if you choose to opt out of photo usage, this will also mean that your child's picture will not be included in the yearbook or in class pictures.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

The Eatonville School District will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.

The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Dracy McCoy

Civil Rights, Title IV, Section 504 and ADA Compliance Coordinator

200 Lynch St. W

Eatonville, WA 98328

(360)641-1809

d.mccoy@eatonville.wednet.edu

WAC 392-172A-02040 - School districts shall conduct child find activities calculated to reach all students with a suspected disability for the purpose of locating, evaluating and identifying students who are in need of special education and related services, regardless of the severity of their disability.

For more information and to schedule a screening in your school district, please contact: Eatonville School District, Student Services office at (360) 879-1800