Evergreen Middle School

Dear Grizzly Families,

Welcome to November! As we begin a month of gratitude, I want to thank you for your continued partnership and support of Evergreen Middle School.

This week, we are looking forward to Student-Led Conferences on November 4 and 5! This is an opportunity for our scholars to share what they are learning, celebrate their progress, and talk with you about their goals. Students will spend time preparing during Advisory on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Please encourage your scholar to take the lead during your conference!

A few important updates:

• November 4–5: Student-Led Conferences.

• November 5–6: No school for students.

• Our first school dance was a success! Students enjoyed music, dancing, and time with friends. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen!

• Schoolwide expectations: We continue to focus on attendance, getting to class on time, and positive behavior throughout the school day.

We look forward to seeing you at conferences!

Thank you,
Denise Maria (she/her)
Principal | Evergreen Middle School
dmaria@fwps.org | (253) 945-5100

This year's Fall Student-Led Conferences will be held on:

• Wednesday, November 4th from 3pm-7pm
• Thursday, November 5th from 7:30am-1pm & 2pm-6:30pm (closed from 1-2pm)
• There will be no conferences held on Friday.

Conferences may be scheduled online through ParentVue, by returning this form to your child's school, or by emailing your preferred date and time to your child's advisory teacher.

If you need an interpreter, please specify your preferred language with your request.

We want to hear about your family's experience at Evergreen Middle School.

The FWPS Family Survey is an opportunity to share what's working well and where we can continue to improve for students and families. Your feedback helps us better understand the needs of our school community and informs future decisions and improvements.

The survey takes just 5-10 minutes to complete and is available in multiple languages.

Complete the survey here: https://www.fwps.org/familysurve

Thank you for partnering with us to support student success.

Join us for a fun night at Applebee's while raising money for ASB. 15% of the proceeds from food purchased all day

EAT FOR EVERGREEN

Thursday, Nov. 5th - ALL DAY

Restaurant dining: Show a copy of the flyer or mention "EAT FOR EVERGREEN"

To-Go ordering: use code: DoinGood

Are you a veteran who wants to help with our Veterans Day presentation?

This form collects the information we need from veterans who would like to play a role in our Veterans Day presentation.

Please fill out the form in the link below if you'd be willing to be a guest speaker at our annual Veteran's Day presentation.

Are you a veteran that wants to help with our Veterans Day presentation?

FWPS HIGHLY CAPABLE PROGRAM

K-11 Referral Accepted

October 26, 2026 - November 20, 2026

for the 2027-2028 school year

DOES YOUR CHILD SHOW THESE LEARNING STRENGTHS?

Your scholar may be a good fit for Highly Capable services if your scholar shows some of these

traits:

• Unique retention of understanding Applies learning to new situations easily
• Understands complex or abstract ideas earlier than others their age
• Thinks creatively and connects ideas in unique ways
• Capacity for intense concentration and focus

If this sounds like your scholar, consider a referral for Highly Capable Programming!

The FWPS Highly Capable Program provides services to identified scholars (typically in math and/or

English Language Arts) within the general education classroom at their current home school.

For more information to complete a digital referral, visit:

www.fwps.org/highlycapable

2026-2027 After-School Clubs

• Arts & Crafts- (Wednesday) 2:30-4:00- overseen by Ms. Granger, Rm. 305

• El Centro de la Raza-(Mon-Thur)- 2:45pm-5:30pm- Rm. 104- overseen by Addi & Sophia & Mimi

• Game Club- (Monday) 2:30-4:30- overseen by Mr. Austin Rm. 212, We play a variety of card & board games

• Hip Hop Club- Start date TBD: (Tues & Thur) 2:30- 4 pm - TBD- Overseen by Ms. Sheridan & Ms.

Brittany

• Homework Club- Start date TBD: (Tues & Wed) 2:30- 4 pm - Overseen by AmeriCorps & Ms.

Bowder

• K (Korean) Club- (Wednesdays) 2:30- 4 pm- Overseen by Ms. Yeo in – Rm. 310

• LEGO League Robotics –(Mon. 2:30-4:30 & Fri. 1:15-3:30)- Shared Library Space- Overseen by Ms.

Andrea Craig

• Math Club- (Tuesday) 2:30-4:00 pm- Overseen by AmeriCorps & Yeo Rm. 310.

• Prism- (Tuesday) 2:30 – 4 pm- Overseen by Ms. Craig in Rm. 302

• Speech & Debate- Start date & time- TBD- - Overseen by Mr. Tanner in Rm. 107

• Strategy Gaming Club- (Tuesday) 2:30-4:30- overseen by Mr. Austin Rm. 212

We play collectible card games (Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, etc. Wargaming, and Dungeons and Dragons)

• Pacific Islander (PI) Club- Not currently running

• Black Student Union (BSU) Club- Not currently running

**There will be limited transportation leaving Evergreen @ 4:20pm Tues/Wed/Thurs. ONLY those

students that are participating in clubs, and have a valid bus pass can ride. **sorry, no sports athletes

For the most UP-TO-DATE schedules, please visit: Athletics - Federal Way School District

Sportsmanship at Federal Way Public Schools: Sportsmanship at Federal Way Public Schools

Fan Expectations

Federal Way Public Schools believes activities and athletics are important choices to be offered in a comprehensive and challenging educational experience for all scholars. The goals of the activities and athletic programs are to teach sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect for fellow competitors, officials, opposing team members, and opposing team fans.

All participants as well as spectators are expected to demonstrate sportsmanship and respect toward opponents, officials and event staff at all times. Our goal is to provide a safe environment where everyone feels respected. Event management have the authority to remove individuals for inappropriate behavior or comments.

Watch our video about sportsmanship in FWPS!

How to be a Positive Spectator

• Maintain a positive attitude
• Remain in the spectator area
• Keep your composure
• Let the coaches coach and player play
• Refrain from negative comments towards officials and opponents
• Honor the game and enjoy the competition

Clear Bag Policy

There is a Clear Bag Policy in effect for all events held at Federal Way Memorial Field limiting the size and types of bags that are allowed in the facility.

Approved Bags:

Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags that are 12”x6”x 12” or smaller. This includes one-gallon clear, resealable plastic storage bags.

Not Approved:

Any bags or storage containers that are not clear and/or are larger than 12”x6”x12”. Please note, this includes camera cases, binocular cases, and multi-compartment diaper bags. Cushions with pocket zippers may not be used as a bag.

Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items or single compartment diaper bags (a child must be present).

Federal Way Public Schools has a firm commitment to educating all scholars. An important part of that is communicating fully and clearly with our scholars’ parents and guardians. This publication includes annual notices required by both state and federal law. Please read this annual notification, and should you have any questions about specific sections contacts are provided throughout the publication.

Annual Notification - Federal Way School District

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MONDAY- NOVEMBER 2

• Football Banquet 2:30-3:30pm
• Game Club (board & card games)- after school Mon 2:30-4:30pm w/Mr. Austin
• Robotics Club- after school Mon 2:30-4:30pm & Friday 1:15-3:30pm w/Ms. Craig
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

TUESDAY- NOVEMBER 3

• AVID field trip to Clover Park Technical College 9:30-12:30pm
• Math Club - after school Tue 2:30-4pm w/Ms. Yeo
• Club Prism - after school Tue 2:30-4pm w/Ms. Craig
• Strategy Gaming Club - after school Tue 2:30-4pm w/Mr. Austin
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

WEDNESDAY- NOVEMBER 4

• Snack Bar Day!- Snacks available for purchase. Popcorn $1, water $1, fudge bars $2 & Izze's $2
• Student-Led Conferences: 3pm-7pm
• **No after-school clubs due to conferences**

THURSDAY- NOVEMBER 5

• No regular classes- just SLC's
• Student-Led Conferences: 7:30am-1pm & 2pm-6:30pm (staff lunch from 1-2pm)
• Eat for Evergreen- Applebee's fundraiser all day! Federal Way Applebee's on 320th. Show the server the flyer or mention "Eat for Evergreen". Available To-Go, use code DoinGood *Evergreen ASB earns 15% of the food proceeds*

FRIDAY-NOVEMBER 6

• No school & No conferences- Teacher planning day

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MONDAY- NOVEMBER 9

• Winter Sports Season 2 Starts- Wrestling & Girls Basketball
• Game Club (board & card games)- after school Mon 2:30-4:30pm w/Mr. Austin
• Robotics Club- after school Mon's 2:30-4:30 pm & Friday 1:15-3:30pm w/Ms. Craig
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

TUESDAY-NOVEMBER 10

• Math Club - after school Tue's 2:30-4pm w/Ms. Yeo
• Club Prism - after school Tue's 2:30-4pm w/Ms. Craig
• Strategy Gaming Club - after school Tue's 2:30-4pm w/Mr. Austin
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

WEDNESDAY-NOVEMBER 11

• No school - Veterans Day Holiday

THURSDAY-NOVEMBER 12

• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

FRIDAY-NOVEMBER 13

• Early Release Friday- School is out at 1:15 pm
• Robotics Club- after school Mon 2:30-4:30 pm & Friday 1:15-3:30 pm w/Ms. Craig

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• Game Club (board & card games)- after school Mon 2:30-4:30 pm
• Robotics Club- after school Mon 2:30-4:30 pm & Friday 1:15-3:30 pm
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

TUESDAY-NOVEMBER 17

• Math Club - after school Tue's 2:30-4pm w/Ms. Yeo

• Club Prism- after school Tues 2:30-4pm
• Strategy Gaming Club - after school Tues 2:30-4 pm
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

WEDNESDAY-NOVEMBER 18

• Snack Bar Day!- Snacks available for purchase. Popcorn $1, water $1, fudge bars $2 & Izze's $2
• Arts & Crafts Club- after school Weds 2:30-4pm
• K (Korean) Club- after school Weds 2:30-4pm
• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

THURSDAY-NOVEMBER 19

• El Centro de la Raza- after school Mon-Thur- 2:30-5:30pm

FRIDAY-NOVEMBER 20

• Early Release Friday- School is out at 1:15 pm
• Robotics Club- after school Mon 2:30-4:30pm & Friday 1:15-3:30p