Challenger Elementary Newsletter
Home of the Cheetahs ~ Happy Holidays!
December 2020
Dirk Adkinson, Principal
Heidi Straus, Assistant Principal
Heather DeBoli-Welch, Dean of Students
Sheena Jimenez, Parent Liaison
Message From Your Principal
The month of December is a time of celebration in many of our cultures. Whether your family celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Boxing Day or Ōmisoka, this month is a very special one. We at Challenger wish you and your families nothing but the best this holiday season and want to ensure that we are doing everything we can to support you. The pandemic has left many of our families in difficult situations. If your family finds itself in a situation where you may need help with food or gifts for your families, please contact us.
We look forward to seeing you again in January. Here is to an outstanding 2021!
Dirk Adkinson
Principal, Challenger Elementary
Holiday Message From Your Dean of Students
This holiday season, it is important to take some time to spend with your family as you work to recharge those batteries heading into 2021. Here are some great ways that you can relax and bond with your loved ones during winter break.
1. Turn off the phone. No, not completely off, but let us try to make this season as low-tech as possible. We have spent so much time in front of our computers lately that turning some of these devices off can truly help you feel more revived. Use this time to play board games, read together, or create a new family tradition.
2. Cook and eat together. This is one that I must get better at myself! Eating together has been shown to promote better eating habits, as well as help young children learn better communication skills. One suggestion to make this even more enjoyable is to have each member of the family take turns picking the menu, setting the table, and cleaning up after the meal.
3. Get active together. Exercise keeps our minds and bodies healthy. This is a wonderful time to enjoy the great outdoors. Go for a walk, build a snowman, or, if the weather holds up, go for a bike ride.
Heather DeBoli-Welch, Dean of Students
Greetings From Our School Nurse
I am so excited to meet all of you once school returns to in-person learning! I am Meredith, the new school nurse at Challenger Elementary.
I am originally from Portland, Oregon but have lived all over the world. My background includes global health and equitable health care initiatives.
Some of my hobbies include photography, cinematography, tennis and hiking.
Wishing you and your family well, and please be safe.
Meredith Macharia
School Nurse, Challenger Elementary
NO SCHOOL
Winter Break ~ Monday, December 21, 2020 - Friday, January 1, 2021.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day ~ Monday, January 18, 2021.
Teacher Work Day ~ Friday, January 29, 2021.
January Supply Deployment Dates
Tuesday, January 5
Wednesday, January 6
Thursday, January 7
(Look for more information to come on set times for above dates.)
Holiday Meal Distribution
Monday, Dec 21~ Mobile Route- Vantage Apartments- 7/day bags.
Tuesday, Dec 22~ Regular distribution from 4 sites- 7/day bags. 11am-2pm CO, SL, CH, OE.
Wednesday, Dec 23~ Mobile Route- Tamaron Ranch, Olivia Park, Puget Park, Merrill Creek-7/day bags.
Thursday, Dec 24~ Closed.
Friday, Dec 25~ Closed.
Monday, Dec 28~ Mobile Route- Vantage Apartments- 7/day bags.
Tuesday, Dec 29~ Regular distribution from 4 sites- 7/day bags. 11am-2pm CO, SL, CH, OE.
Wednesday, Dec 30~ Mobile Route- Tamaron Ranch, Olivia Park, Puget Park, Merrill Creek-7/day bags.
Thursday, Dec 31~ Closed.
Friday, Jan 1~ Closed.
To Pre-Order Online -
Visit www.mukilteoschools.org to place your online pre-order
Viste www.mukilteoschools.org para realizer su peddido anticipado en linea
Curbside Library
Don’t forget that Library Curbside Pick-up is on Thursday between 2:00pm - 4:00pm at Challenger. Students must have put books on hold or completed a book request form no later than Tuesday at noon. Previously checked out library books must be brought with you on Thursday in order to exchange for your new books. All information is on the Library Schoology Page.
Happy Reading,
Mrs. Weidman
Mrs. Wells
Mukilteo School District Board Meeting
Please visit https://www.mukilteoschools.org/Page/1274
Monday, Dec 14, 2020, 06:00 PM
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Challenger Elementary
Website: mukilteoschools.org/ch
Location: 9600 Holly Drive, Everett, WA, USA
Phone: 425-366-2500
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