Evergreen Family News
December 3, 2021
Good Evening Parents, Guardians and Caregivers,
The safety of our scholars is our number one priority in FWPS. In effort to increase family partnership and gain your feedback, I will be hosting our “Partnering with Families for Success” zoom meeting on Monday, December 6 at 6:30 pm. I invite you to please join me on Zoom to learn what we are doing at Evergreen Middle School to support social emotional learning, ensure safety of scholars, and promote the well-being of all scholars.
Please contact the main office if you have any questions at (253) 945-5100. I look forward to seeing you on Zoom next Monday!
We are getting close to moving into our new building. The move is scheduled to occur when we come back from our Holiday Break. Over the next two weeks we will be reviewing our building and classroom expectations to help make the transition of moving into the new building a smooth one.
What a great way to open our winter sports. Our girls won both of their basketball games. Go Team!
In partnership
Mrs. Collins
253 945 5100
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics, Dec. 4, 11 & 12
Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) is partnering with two local organizations to offer free COVID-19 vaccines to staff, families, and students ages 5 and older. Both mobile clinics can administer the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
- Saturday, December 11, from 4:30-7:30 p.m.
Todd Beamer High School
35999 16th Ave S
Federal Way, 98003
Register: www.covid19tacoma.com/FW1211
Vaccinations require pre-registration.
WA Department of Health/Public Health - Seattle & King County:
- Sunday, December 12, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Federal Way High School
30611 16th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
Pre-registration link coming soon! - Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-registration is preferred.
- Free MMR, Tdap, Polio, and Varicella routine childhood vaccines are also available.
- No insurance is required.
FEMA Mobile COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic:
- Opens December 20 - TBD
Federal Way Performing Arts Center
31510 Pete Von Reichbauer Way S.
Federal Way, WA 98003 - Will offer pediatric, adult, and booster doses
Highly Capable Program
The 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.
FWPS staff, families, community members and scholars may refer a K–11 scholar for consideration during the referral period of December 1, 2021 – January 10, 2022 for the 2022–23 school year.
For more information, and to complete a digital referral visit: www.fwps.org/Page/8219
We are excited to share information regarding the College Bound Scholarship!
This scholarship is an early commitment of state financial aid to eligible students who qualify in middle school and fulfill the College Bound pledge.
The program is administered by the Washington Student Achievement Council. To qualify for this aid, students must confirm eligibility by enrolling in the free-and-reduced lunch program by the end of his or her eighth-grade year, maintain a 2.0 GPA in high school, and apply for the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or WASFA (Washington Application for Student Financial Aid) senior year.
For more information check with your school counselor or visit: www.fwps.org/collegebound.
Our goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all scholars and families. As part of these efforts, we would like your feedback related to your experiences with harassment intimidation and bullying supports at the schools. Please complete the anonymous survey below by December 17th, 2021. Your time and responses are greatly appreciated.
Bulk Fruits and Vegetables
Our Plan to Monitor Weather Conditions and School Impacts
When snow or inclement weather is in the forecast, we have a plan in place to assess and monitor actual weather and road conditions overnight and in the early morning hours.
Winter weather may bring road and driving conditions that cause changes in school operations such as delayed opening, early dismissal, or closure.
Our goal is to make information available to families about school closure or changes in the school operations by 5:00 a.m.
Click here www.fwps.org/domain/783 for more information about how decisions are made to delay or close school, notification methods and more.
Tutoring Opportunity for FWPS Scholars
· Federal Way Public Schools is proud to announce the launch of Tutor.com, an online tutoring support for all scholars in grades 4-12. Tutor.com provides one-on-one tutoring in over 200 subject areas and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Scholars can access this supportive resource through Launchpad to Learning to receive math and reading support, SAT/PSAT prep, stress support, and much more from their tutor.
· We encourage scholars and families to use this resource for one-on-one homework support to help your child stay on track academically.
Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy and Tech Levy
Federal Way Public Schools seeks to renew two expiring levies on the February 8, 2022 ballot — both of which provide critical funding for our district’s scholars and staff.
- Together, the Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy and Tech Levy help our district provide an equitable, high-quality, and supportive educational experience for Federal Way youth to set them on a path for success. Why Do We Need Levies?
Local levies are critical to school districts as they cover essential education programs and enrichment opportunities that are not funded by the state. Though we were fortunate to receive one-time ESSER funding to help offset the financial impacts of the pandemic, this one-time funding cannot sustain essential programming and staff long-term. The EP&O and Tech Levies fuel our ability to provide scholars with ongoing equitable opportunities.
For more information log into this website. https://www.fwps.org/Levies2022
Non-Discrimination Statement
Federal Way Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin or ethnicity, religion, creed, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, marital or family status, veteran or military status; disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.