ASD Weekly Community Bulletin
News and Events from the Anacortes School District
On the Calendar
March 8: School Board Site Visit - 8-10:30 a.m. at Whitney Early Childhood Education Center
March 16: No School - Staff Development Day
*May 29 will now be a regular school day. Updated calendars are posted on our website.
2018-19 School Calendar
The first day of school (1st-12th grades) will be Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018.
First Kindergarten day will be Tuesday, Sept 11, 2018.
Spring Break is April 1-5, 2019.
The last day of school will be Friday, June 21, 2019.
We're Hiring!
- Speech Language Pathologist
- Counselor
- Special Ed - elementary and high school positions
And more!
Check out our website for more information and a link to apply: http://www.asd103.org/departments_and_programs/human_resources
Robotics Competition - March 3-4
Matches start at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Mt. Vernon High School: 314 N 9th St, Mt Vernon
Questions? Contact Kashmere Fitch - kfitch@asd103.org
Student Art Show
Artist Reception on Friday, March 2 from 6-8:30 p.m.
Gallery Hours for viewing:
March 3 - noon - 4 p.m.
March 6 - 1-4 p.m.
March 7-9 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
March 13 - 1-4 p.m.
March 14-16 - 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
March 17 - noon - 4 p.m.
March 20 - 1-4 p.m.
Questions? Contact Tina Franulovich-Martin - tmartin@asd103.org
Nominations Open for Brodniak Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the Walter A. Brodniak Award for Cultural Education. The Brodniak Award was created to foster growth of the cultural arts in the school district. Brodniak, Anacortes School District Superintendent from 1973 to 1977, was a staunch believer in the powerful contributions that arts make to our community. Each year, the award is given to a student, faculty member, administrator, school director, community member or organization that has made an outstanding contribution to the cultural arts in the Anacortes School District in the past year.
Nominations are due to the Superintendent’s Office by 5 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2018. Please use the online form to submit your nomination. A selection committee will review the nominations and make a recommendation to the School Board. The recipient will be recognized at the May 31, 2018 board meeting.
If you have questions, please contact the Superintendent’s Office at (360) 293-1211 or tramsay@asd103.org.
Kaleidoscope Play and Learn Group - March 8 - June 7
For more info, contact Nicole Mortimer - nmortimer@asd103.org
Exceptional Book Club
Monday, March 19
6-7:30 a.m.
District Office Conference Room - 2200 M Avenue
community members who work with children with special needs to
join us for treats for the mind and palate!
http://www.asd103.org/UserFiles/Servers/Server_263826/File/Support%20Services/ASD%20Exceptional%20Book%20Club%20Flyer.pdf
Questions? Contact Connie Martin - cmartin@asd103.org or 360-293-1216
Parent Wellness Series: The Mindful Path for Parents
AMS Library
Please join us as we welcome mindfulness expert Joe Arrellano, who will speak on "The Mindful Path for Parents," on enriching practices at home to foster greater self-care and life balance in an age of increasing stress."
High School Neighborhood Construction Meeting
Anacortes High School - 1600 20th Street
Join us for an update on the high school construction project.
Questions? Contact the Superintendent's Office - 360-293-1211 or tramsay@asd103.org
Community Flyers
AHS Spring Swing Band Fundraiser - March 9 - All proceeds will directly benefit the Anacortes High School Band Program. The Anacortes High School Band Booster Program raises funds to provide band equipment and support music education. We also help to fund student enrichment activities that include travel expenses to play at music performances and competitions.
Anacortes Boys and Girls Club - Taking new members! You can enroll your child at any time by stopping by during open Club hours at your local Club. Questions? Contact Andrew Worcester at aworcester@skagitclubs.org or (360) 419-5526 or visit us at our website at skagitclubs.org
Anacortes Community Theater Classes
Looking to stay fit and earn money? Anacortes Lacrosse Club is recruiting high school students and adults to become lacrosse officials!! Absolutely no lacrosse experience required and ALC will pay for your training! You can choose your officiating schedule and locations including Anacortes and around Western Washington. Interested?? Email anacorteslax@gmail.com for more information!
Anacortes Lacrosse Club has opened Spring 2018 Registration for our U-9 Girls team and K-2 Co-Ed Skills Clinic which begin after spring break! Practice times, days and information regarding our programs available on our website: http://anacorteslacrosse.uslaxteams.com/. Don't miss out on the fastest growing sport and the fastest game on two feet!!
Sign up for Anacortes Little League today! Registration closes this Sunday, March 4. For more information and to register players, coaches & volunteers, go to www.anacorteslittleleague.org
Anacortes Parks & Rec Co-Ed 3rd - 6th grade Volleyball League - Deadline May 4
City of Anacortes Parks & Rec Comprehensive Plan Public Meetings
City of Anacortes Parks & Rec Survey
City of Anacortes Public Works Open House - May 31
Registration is currently open for the 2018 Dallas Kloke Sunset Loop 10-mile Relay Run. The run scheduled for Saturday, March 10 at 9:00 a.m. is open to all ages. For more information or to find out how to register for the run please visit our webpage at: https://anacortesparksandrecreation.sportsiteslabs.com/player#ActIf1dc7a993-49f7-42a0-bfa8-0720356cd93b0
Dogs on Call - Volunteer Opportunity - We need YOU and YOUR PET to help kids in need with Dogs on Call! If you are interested,click on the flyer!
Fidalgo Danceworks - STARS - Dance for Youth and Teens with Special Needs
First Tee Link Program - Have fun learning GOLF and life skills based on the 9 core values of Respect, Courtesy, Responsibility, Honesty, Sportsmanship, Confidence, Judgement, Perseverance, and Integrity. Three week Winter Clinics starts on March 3 and March 24. Check out our flyer and sign up online. Sponsored by Kiwanis Sunrisers.
GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math & Science) Academy Registration Open. Scholarships Available!
Good News Club - Feb 13 - March 13
New Girl Scouts Troops Forming in Anacortes: Leaders Needed for Daisy and Brownie troops! More Girls Welcome!
Are you passionate about supporting girls’ leadership development? Are you organized, dedicated, and a clear communicator? Girl Scouts needs YOU to co-lead a troop in Anacortes! We have a group of four girls in K-3rd grades hoping to form a new troop near Fidalgo Elementary. It takes 5 girls and 2 adult leaders to form a troop, so all we need is one more girl and two adults, and this troop will be ready to go! Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in grades K-12, offering programs from coast-to-coast and across the globe. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Through outdoor exploration, community service, civic engagement, and activities focused on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), girls develop a positive sense of self, say “yes” to new experiences and adventures, and create lasting friendships by joining a worldwide community of sisters. For additional information, please contact: Susie Barr-Wilson, GSWW Community Engagement Specialist, (360) 658-8083, ext. 4400 / sbarrwilson@girlscoutsww.org. You may also visit our on-line catalog. Go to www.GirlScoutsWW.org and click “Become a Girl Scout” to select a troop! Financial Assistance is available.
Hawkeye Youth Wrestling Clinic - July 16-19
Naval Academy Scholarship Info Session - March 11
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Family-to-Family- NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 12 session education program for family, partners, friends and significant others of adults living with mental illness. The course is designed to help all family members understand and support their loved one living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The course includes information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression and other mental health conditions. Thousands of families describe the program as life-changing. The program is taught by trained teachers who are also family members and know what it is like to have a loved one living with mental illness.
The next Family-to-Family program will begin Monday, March 12, 2018 and continue for six-weeks through Thursday, April 19th. The classes will be held each Monday & Thursday evening from 6:30 to 9 pm. Program is free but reservations are required. Please contact Marti Wall at 360-770-5666 or Reed Eckstrom at 360-927-6381 for reservations or more information.
Salvation Army - currently enrolling students for their Troops and Music Programs. The Salvation Army Troops programs offer age appropriate Christian youth groups that foster kids potential and leadership abilities through a variety of experiences including: music, games, crafts, interactive activities and service projects. The Troops programs are held each Wednesday from 4:30-6:15 pm at The Salvation Army, 3001 R. Ave. and include a free dinner. Music enrichment courses are also available and include: Beginner Band, Piano, Timbrels, Beginner Guitar and Singing Company. Enrollment is free.
Contact Shelley.Nestelberger@usw.salvationarmy.org or call 360-293-6682 or stop by The Salvation Army 3001 R. Ave, Suite 100.
Secret Harbor - Foster Parent Info
Kids Night Out @ Western, Friday, April 14 6:00 – 8:45 p.m. at Shannon Point Marine Center. Enjoy a well deserved date night while your kids have a fun-filled evening at the Shannon Point Marine Center. Activities will include hands-on science exploration on the SPMC library and lab, and a movie at the end of the night. For more details and to register: http://www.wwu.edu/ee/youth/know/anacortes-elementary.shtml
Sharpe's Corner - Highway 20 Construction Update
Skagit Parent to Parent Upcoming Workshops - Resources for parents of children with special needs.
Free Preschool for 3-5 year olds! Skagit Valley College ECEAP Preschool now enrolling for the school year of 2017-2018. Income guidelines apply. Breakfast and snack provided. Parent Activities and Educational opportunities. For more information or enrollment, call 360-679-5348.
Anacortes School District
Email: anacortessd@asd103.org
Website: www.asd103.org
Location: 2200 M Avenue, Anacortes, WA, USA
Phone: 360-293-1200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnacortesSchoolDistrict/
Twitter: @AnacortesSchool