DR.SHAUNCAREY A message from Superintendent
DearEnumclawSchoolDistrictCommunity,
This academic year has come to a close, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the accomplishments and perseverance demonstrated by students, staff, and families across our nine schools in Enumclaw and Black Diamond. This year has been a journey of learning, growth, and collaboration,andIamexcitedtosharesomeofour highlightsandexpressmyheartfeltthanks.
This year, ESD schools have shown growth academically, exceeding state averages. Our students have showcased exceptional talents in science, mathematics, the arts, and agriculture,winningawardsatregionalandstatelevels.WehavecontinuedtobuildCareerand Technical Education programs, enhanced our digital learning platforms, and integrated innovativeteachingmethodsthatcatertothediverseneedsofourstudents.Ourcommitment to providing a holistic education remains unwavering, and we are proud of the strides we are making.
Our extracurricular programs have also flourished with our performing arts groups, clubs, and athleticteamsearningaccoladesandrecognitionstatewide.Theseactivitiesplayacrucialrole in the development of our students, fostering teamwork, leadership, and creativity. The dedicationofourcoaches,mentors,andvolunteershasbeeninstrumentalinthesesuccesses, andIextendmydeepestappreciationtothem.
As we prepare for the next academic year, we are excited about the opportunities ahead. We will continue to focus on academic excellence and student well-being, ensuring that every student in our district has the resources and support they need to succeed. We are planning new initiatives to further enhance our curriculum, support student academic growth, and strengthenourcommunityconnections.
I want to thank each of you students, parents, staff, and community members for your support and commitment to ESD schools. Together, we are creating a vibrant, nurturing, and dynamiclearningenvironmentthatempowersourstudentstothrive.
Wishing you all a restful and joyful summer break. I look forward to welcoming you back in Augustforanotherexcitingyearoflearningandgrowth
Sincerely, Shaun
SCHOOLBOARDOF Directors
THEROLEOFTHEESD SCHOOLBOARD
The school board consists of five directors who are electedbyvotersin the Enumclaw SchoolDistrict.The directorsmustlivenotonly withintheschooldistrictboundaries, but they must also live within the district boundaries they service. They serve a fouryear term We also have two EHS student boardmembers.
School Board Directors work together to oversee the school district. As a board, their primaryresponsibilitiesare:
Hire, supervise, and evaluate the superintendent. Set the vision, mission, and strategic goalsforthedistrict. Review,revise,andadoptpolicies. Establishandoverseethebudget. Serveascommunityrepresentatives Monitor the district’s progress toward its goals.
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FINANCIAL Responsibility
2022-2023FiscalYearBudget
The Enumclaw School District is committed to responsible financial stewardship, efficiently coordinatingouractionsandresourcestoprovidestudentswithanexceptionaleducation.We strike a long-term balance between revenue and expenses, enabling us to uphold vital educational standards and prioritize the well-being of our students. To allow for accuracy in reporting,newfiscalactualsarepublishedintheReporttotheCommunityeachcalendaryear
$74,608,494.34
$17,110
$74,243,151.96
PROMISESMADE, PROMISES
Levy dollars at work Kept Made,
The Enumclaw School District has completed the replacement of outdated Promethean boards and projectors in classrooms at Enumclaw Middle School, Southwood Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School, thanks to funding provided by the community through the 2020 TechnologyLevy
The Promethean boards, purchased through a technology levyandinstalledin2012,reached their end of support in March of 2022 The replacement system includes a new whiteboard and an interactive projector. These replacements provide a bigger, brighter, higher-resolution display allowing students to see content more easily, touch capabilities allowingteachersandstudentsto interactwithcontentdigitally,and to annotate over anything projected on the board. The new projectors don't use bulbs, they use a laser optical source with a 20,000-hour lifespan, which is just shyof14schoolyears(180daysat 8hoursaday).
The next round of installations will be at Sunrise Elementary, Black Diamond Elementary and ThunderMountainMiddle School.
20YEARSOF Partnership
For two decades, the Enumclaw Schools Foundation has stood as a steadfast supporter and catalystforeducationaladvancementwithintheEnumclawSchoolDistrict.Withanunwavering commitment to enriching educational experiences for all students, the foundation has undertaken numerous initiatives aimed at fostering academic excellence, nurturing creativity, andpromotinginclusivity.
Establishedin2004,theFoundationhelditsinauguralfundraiserinthesameyear,markingthe beginning of its journey. One of its earliest endeavors was assisting in funding Magic Strings, a program offering integrated string instrument music education for first through fifth-grade students at Southwood Elementary School. Shortly thereafter, when state funding waned, the organization stepped in to bridge the gap in funding for All Day Kindergarten across all ESD elementaryschools.
Over the past two decades, the Found has become an integral partner of Enumclaw School District, providing esse resources to schools, educators, students. From initiatives like Dan Classrooms, now available to all fifth-g students, to the iSTEM and later iSTEAM as well as the provision of classr manipulatives and supplies, music prog enhancements, outdoor learning sp Books for Babies, cultural programs, s and emotional support, remote lea supplies, robotics, microscopes, and m more, the impact has been profound wide-ranging. Through the facilitatio grants and scholarships, the Enum Schools Foundation has empow educators to implement enriching pro askldj
and initiatives that ignite learning andencouragegrowth.
Operated by volunteers, with a board composed of parents, staff, and community members,theEnumclawSchoolsFoundation has cultivated a supportive network dedicated to the holistic success and wellbeingofeverystudent.
Reflecting on its 20 years of impact, the Foundation stands as a shining example of the transformative power of communitydriven initiatives. With an enduring commitment to enhancing educational opportunities for all students within the Enumclaw School District, the Enumclaw Schools Foundation continues to shape the educational landscape and inspire students andstaffaliketoreachforgreaterheights.
At Thunder Mountain Middle School and Enumclaw Middle School, two remarkabl teachers ignite passion and curiosity in the students; offering early-teen students th opportunity to dip their toes into the world o engineering
In the busy classrooms of Rob Mullins an Vicky Timko, the magic of mechanica engineering comes to life. Mullins and Timk with their dedication and enthusiasm, ar paving the way for the next generation o engineersandinnovators.
Currently transitioning from structura engineering to electrical engineering students in Mullins’s class were recent tasked with building weight-bearing bridge and tall towers, and now electromagneti cranes. The excitement is palpable a students immerse themselves in hands-on projects, applying theoretical knowledge to real-worldapplications.
For 8th-grade student Caleb Swanson, Mullins’ class is a haven of creativity and exploration. Looking back on his favorite project, Caleb recalls the excitement of building a tower so tall it had to be moved out of the classroom an embodiment of thepossibilitiesthatengineeringoffers.
Meanwhile, in Timko’s classroom, a cultureofcollaborationandsupport thrives Encouragingherstudentsto
share ideas freely, she fosters an environment where every voice is valued. “This is an engineering room, we share ideas!” Timko remindsherstudents.
It’s not just about learning the technical aspects of engineering; it’s about nurturing creativity and confidence in her students. For 8th-graderJaidenCarrillo,Timko’sunwavering support has been a source of confidence. “I really loved making electromagnetic cranes. It wasourfirstprojectthisyearandMs Timko
shared mine and my partner's as an example. It felt really good to see our work outthere.”Seeingtheirworkshowcasedwas a moment of validation and pride — an affirmationoftheircapabilitiesandpotential.
Through their passion, dedication, and innovative teaching methods, educators like Mullins and Timko are helping students realizethatanythingispossiblewiththeright tools,alittledetermination,andimagination.
Thinking about her students, Timko says “Hopefully, after kids take one of my STEM classes, they ultimately become better problem solvers and use the skills they learn andrefineintotheirfuturelivesinsideaswell asoutsideschool.”
the essence of an educator who understands that learning flourishes in an environment where students feel comfortable and engaged. With her classroom's number one rule being "Party!", Chynoweth infuses her teaching with fun and enthusiasm that ignites her students’ love for learning. Beyond the festivities, she recognizes the importance of building a strongconnectionwithparents.
“Someparentsarereallyapprehensivebut once I recognized that they just love their kids more than anything, I realized that is what we have in common, and we work from there,” explains Chynoweth. “I [teach] for the love of studentswhoselivesIwanttoimpactpositively.”
AtSouthwoodElementary,CrysteneSelfisonamissiontoempowerherstudentswithessential life skills. With a focus on everyday problem-solving, Self encourages her students to tackle challengeshead-onbyconsistentlyaskingthesimpleyetprofoundquestion,"Whatshouldwe do about that?" Through this inquiry-based approach, Self instills in her students a sense of agencyandresilience,equippingthemwiththetoolstheyneedtonavigatethecomplexitiesof theworldintheirownuniqueways.
BothChynowe exceptional e teachers
teachers, counselors, and psychologists, these two educators ensure that their students receive the support they need to thrive academically, emotionally, and physically. Their tireless efforts both inside and outside the classroom help shape the lives of their students, instilling a love for learning and a belief in their individual potential.
Thank You ASPECIAL TO
Please join the Enumclaw School District as we pay tribute and thank each of the dedicated staffmembersretiringthroughoutthe2023-2024schoolyear.Weappreciatethemanyyears ofserviceyouhavededicatedandthedifferenceyouhavemadeinstudents’andstafflives.
