Starting Off Sweetly
During 7th period on Monday, students gathered in the Discovery Courtyard to celebrate the first day of school and connect with one another. New students were introduced, music played, and students and staff took time to get to know each other a little better.
Add/Drops for Schedule Changes
Thanks to every for their flexibility as we adjust schedules for students. We've had over 250 student schedule changes that have not been fully updated in Skyward. If you receive a call for being absent, please know that changes may not been reflected in Skyward, therefore automated calls may go out unintentionally.
School Day Snacks
While students are provided regular meals throughout the day, a light snack can help bridge the gap. The Irwin office will have healthy grab and go snacks available for students during two timeframes throughout the day. Feel free to stop by the office window between:
- 1st and 2nd period
- 5th and 6th period
Phone Free WSSB
WSSB is phone-free all day. This means that cell phones, smartwatches, and earbuds are not to be used during the academic school day, except for staff approved activities (O&M, work based learning, etc.). Personal devices need to be stored off (or in airplane mode) and away. Research supports that schools without cell phones demonstrate improvements in focus, academic performance, social interaction, and mental health.
Later this fall, each student will be issued a secure pouch to support this practice so they can keep their devices off and on them without the distraction.
Values and Empower Ups
Our shared values for learners at WSSB include being:
- Kind
- Prepared
- Engaged
- Empowered
We've noticed students being excellent citizens with helping each other out, especially our new students. Starting next week, we'll announce students who were given an Empower Up for demonstrating these values. Students announced will get the opportunity to have a turn with the Empower Up machine and win various prizes that range from school-wide popcorn party to an encouraging message.
Calling in Attendance
Please notify the office if your student is going to be absent. You may contact the office at:
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Email office@wssb.wa.gov or
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Call 360-947-3292
Picture Day - Monday September 9
WSSB's picture day is September 9th. If you would like to order school pictures, you can find photo package options using the following link to Bell Imaging's site.