Mary M. Knight School District

📢 Important School & Church Updates! 📢 📅 Wednesday, March 26, 2025 – Early Release at 12:25 PM due to conferences. 🚨 No Late Arrival – Normal school start time. 📅 Thursday, March 27, 2025 – Early Release at 12:25 PM due to conferences. 📅 Friday, March 28, 2025 – Early Release at 12:25 PM. 🎉 Spring Break: March 31 – April 4, 2025 – No school all week! ⛪ No Church Night at Matlock Church on Wednesday, March 26 due to conferences. Please plan accordingly! 📚✏️ Enjoy your Spring Break! 🌸☀️

🦉 STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS IN ACTION! 🦉 Our amazing Mary M. Knight Entrepreneurship Class has been busy creating beautiful handcrafted items, and they're now available for purchase! Each item is just $5, and ALL proceeds directly support our students' future business projects. Now Available: ✅ Decorative Wooden Bowls ✅ Colorful Pencil Holders ✅ Wooden Flowers These items make perfect gifts or decorative pieces for your home or office! Stop by the MMK Front Office after school to purchase yours before they're gone! For questions or to reserve your items, contact us at: 📞 360-426-6767 📧 mmkstore@mmk.wednet.edu Thank you for supporting the entrepreneurial spirit of our Owls! Your purchase helps our students gain valuable real-world business experience while creating something beautiful for our community. #MMKProud #StudentEntrepreneurs #OwlSpirit #SupportLocalStudents

🚨 Game Update 🚨 Due to continued rain and poor field conditions, tonight’s HS baseball game at Wishkah has been canceled. Information about a make-up game will be shared later on. Stay tuned for more updates! ⚾️🌧️

📢 Running Start Information Session 📢 We are pleased to announce that Grays Harbor College will be presenting a Running Start Information Session on April 17, 2025. 📍 Location: Bingham's Classroom ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM 👥 Who Should Attend? Interested 9th-11th grade students and their families This session will provide valuable information about the Running Start program, which offers eligible high school students the opportunity to earn college credits while completing their high school education. We encourage all interested students and families to attend and learn more about this excellent academic opportunity. For any questions, please contact Alex Fisher. We look forward to seeing you there!

Mary M. Knight Students Build Connections Through Teamwork! Our creative problem-solvers from Ms. Niles' class took on an exciting engineering challenge in our library recently! Students wondered if they could connect bendy straws together and stretch them all the way around the room - and through teamwork and perseverance, they made it happen! It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and collaboration as students positioned themselves strategically around the library, arms raised high, carefully holding their sections of the connected straws. This hands-on activity fostered teamwork, spatial awareness, and brought joy to our young learners. At Mary M. Knight, we celebrate these moments of curiosity and collective achievement. When our students ask "What if?" and work together to find answers, they're developing important skills that extend far beyond the classroom. Special thanks to Mrs. Henson for encouraging our students to think creatively and supporting this fun learning opportunity! #MMKPride #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #HandsOnLearning

Our young astronomers in Mrs. Jewett's class have been on an exciting journey through space! After learning about planets and our solar system in their classroom, students expanded their cosmic knowledge with a special art project in the library. Each student created their own unique canvas artwork featuring planets of their choice. It was truly inspiring to hear them thoughtfully explain which planets they selected and why. Some budding scientists even added black holes and stars to their cosmic creations! These beautiful space-themed canvases will be coming home with students this upcoming week. We encourage families to ask your children about their artwork and what they've learned about our fascinating solar system! At Mary M. Knight, we believe in connecting classroom learning with creative expression. Thank you to Mrs. Jewett and our library staff for providing this wonderful hands-on opportunity for our students to showcase their learning. #MMKPride #SpaceExplorers #StudentArtists

Mary M. Knight baseball game update! ⚾️ Today's game has been moved to Shelton High School baseball fields at 3737 N Shelton Springs Rd, Shelton, WA 98584. 📅 Time: 4:00 PM 📍 New Location: Shelton High School Come out and cheer on our Owls for their first game of the season! Let’s show them our support! 🤍🦉💚 #GoOwls #MMKBaseball

📢 Spirit Week at Mary M. Knight School District! 🎉 Get ready to show your school spirit all week long! Here’s what’s coming up: 🦉 Monday: Owl Pride/Green Out Day – Wear your Owl gear or rock that green! 🏈 Tuesday: Jersey Day – Represent your favorite team with your best jersey! 🌍 Wednesday: Tourist Day – Dress like you’re on vacation! 🎭 Thursday: Mismatch Day – The crazier, the better—mix up those patterns! 🏖️ Friday: Beach Day – Bring the summer vibes with your beach gear! Let’s make this week full of fun and school spirit! 💚✨ #MMKSpiritWeek #GoOwls

📌 MARK YOUR CALENDARS: SPRING CONFERENCES - MARCH 26-27, 2025 📌 Mary M. Knight families - it's time to schedule your Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences! This is a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child's progress and celebrate their growth this year. 📅 CONFERENCE DATES & TIMES: Wednesday, March 26: 1:00-3:30 PM Thursday, March 27: 1:00-3:30 PM & 5:00-7:00 PM (evening option) Friday, March 28: Early Release Day 💻 HOW TO SCHEDULE: Log in to Skyward Family Access Click on the Spring Conferences icon Select your preferred time slot (click the green + button) Click "Done Scheduling" Need help with Skyward? Contact Shantel Freeman: 360-426-6767 ext 101 or sfreeman@mmk.wednet.edu Have questions about your child's conference? Elementary (PK-6): Contact your child's classroom teacher Secondary (7-12): Contact your child's advisory teacher Conference scheduling is now OPEN! Don't wait - secure your preferred time slot today! We look forward to seeing you all and sharing in your child's educational journey! 🎓✨

☘️✨ We kicked off St. Patrick’s Day a little early this morning with a pot of gold—and let’s just say, our elementary students were obsessed! 🌈💛 They thought they were getting chocolate pudding, but surprise! It was actually a rich, creamy cocoa yogurt topped with gold sprinkles, rainbow mini marshmallows, and crunchy graham crackers. A little festive fun and a healthy twist—now that’s a win! 🏆🍫 This delicious treat comes straight from Healthy School Recipes, where we find many of our scratch-made favorites. Want to try it at home? Grab the recipe here: Chocolate S’more Yogurt Dip And speaking of scratch-made, don’t forget about our Friday breakfasts! 🥞🍓 Every week, we whip up homemade goodness—from fluffy pancakes to warm, hearty options that fuel our students for the day ahead. Because great food starts from scratch! #ScratchMadeFridays #HealthyEating #PotOfGold #StPatricksDayMagic #SchoolMealsDoneRight 🍀✨

A big thank you to Rebecca Shipman from Mason County Public Health & Human Services for stopping by and teaching our kindergarteners about the importance of brushing their teeth! 🦷✨ We truly appreciate her time and dedication in helping our little ones learn healthy habits—plus, providing them with the supplies they need to keep their smiles shining! 😁👏 #HealthySmiles #ThankYou #KindergartenFun

Happy Classified Employee Week! 🎉 This week, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of our amazing classified staff who keep our schools running smoothly every day. From transportation and food services to office staff, paraeducators, custodians, maintenance teams, and substitutes—you are the backbone of our schools! 🏫💙 Your dedication and contributions make a difference in the lives of students and staff alike. Join us in showing appreciation for these incredible professionals! 👏 #ClassifiedEmployeeWeek #ThankYouClassifiedStaff #EssentialEveryDay

Mary M. Knight School recently welcomed special guests Margaret Garrett, Regional Farm to School Coordinator from our Educational Service District, and Pamela Bish, SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator from WSU Mason & Grays Harbor Counties Extension, who brought the Farm to School program directly to our students. The visitors prepared and served a nutritious beef stew featuring an impressive variety of locally sourced vegetables from farms right here in our community. Students enjoyed fresh carrots, green beans, onions, yellow potatoes, celery root, rutabaga, turnips, and aromatic herbs like basil, thyme, and parsley—all grown within miles of our school. Many of the ingredients came from neighboring farms including Colvin Ranch in Tenino, known for their sustainable grazing practices; Skokomish Valley Farms, which specializes in diverse vegetable production along the fertile Skokomish River; and Harp Acres Farm in McCleary, where a variety of seasonal produce is grown using environmentally friendly methods. Students had the opportunity to sample this hearty, flavorful dish during their lunch period, giving them firsthand experience with fresh, local ingredients prepared in a delicious way. "This program helps our students make the connection between local agriculture and healthy eating habits," said Principal Stoney. "It's one of many ways we're working to promote good nutrition while supporting our regional farming community." The school extends special thanks to our dedicated food service team, whose ongoing commitment to our students' nutrition and wellbeing made this event possible. Their daily efforts ensure our students receive nutritious meals, and their support of special programs like Farm to School enriches the educational experience at Mary M. Knight. The Farm to School initiative is part of a broader effort to introduce students to nutritious food options while teaching them about sustainable agriculture and the importance of supporting local food systems.

Mary M. Knight Students Head to SkillsUSA State Competition! We're excited to announce that our talented SkillsUSA Club members will be representing Mary M. Knight at the SkillsUSA State Competition in Tacoma from March 27-29, 2025! Our dedicated students have been preparing diligently to showcase their skills in various categories. The Mary M. Knight team will be competing in two events: American Spirit: Cloey, Andiana, and Logan Entrepreneurship: Bella, Hayden Roberts, Lexi, and Hayden Hughes This prestigious competition provides an incredible opportunity for our students to demonstrate their technical abilities, leadership skills, and career readiness on a state level. They'll join hundreds of other talented students from across Washington in events that challenge both their technical and professional skills. While at the competition, our students will participate in specialized contests, leadership development activities, and networking opportunities with industry professionals. The event culminates with an awards ceremony on March 29th, where we hope to celebrate their achievements! Our SkillsUSA advisor, Mr. Garrett Johannes, has been working tirelessly to prepare our students for this opportunity. The team will depart on March 27th and return to Mary M. Knight on March 29th. We're incredibly proud of these students for their dedication and commitment to excellence. Please join us in wishing them the best of luck as they represent our school and community at this prestigious event! We'll be sure to share updates and photos from the competition on our social media channels. Go Owls!

Support Future Entrepreneurs at Mary M. Knight High School! Our Entrepreneurship class is launching innovative projects and needs your help with funding for materials and mentorship. Every donation makes a difference. Email us at mmkstore@mmk.wednet.edu for more information. Thank you for investing in our students' future!

Don’t forget! ⏰🌞 Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday, March 9! That means we’re springing forward—longer days and more evening sunshine ahead! Who’s ready for more daylight? ☀️🙌 #DaylightSavings #SpringForward

Exciting Farm-to-School Experience! 🌿🥕🥔 Did you see our post yesterday? Did you guess the correct dish? 🤔👀 Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Margaret Garrett, Regional Farm to School Coordinator from ESD, and Pamela Bish, SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator from WSU Mason & Grays Harbor Counties Extension, to facilitate a fun and tasty experience for our students! They served up a delicious Hearty Beef Stew, prepared by our amazing Food Service Team, featuring fresh, locally sourced vegetables, including carrots, green beans, onions, yellow potatoes, celery root, rutabaga, turnips, and flavorful herbs like basil, thyme, and parsley. 🥣✨ These ingredients were sourced from local farms: Skokomish Valley Farm, Harp Acres, and Colvin Ranch. 🏡🚜 The best part? The majority of the students loved it! 🎉 We can't wait to add this hearty dish to our menu. Stay tuned—more photos from this fantastic event will be shared in the coming days! 📸 #FarmToSchool #LocalFood #HealthyEating #CommunityPartnerships #DeliciousAndNutritious

Hey Owl fans! 🦉🏀 Are you planning to cheer on the girls in the opening round of the 1B State Tournament tomorrow at 7 PM? Join us at the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Community Center (17432 SE 392nd St, Auburn, WA 98092) and show your support! 🎟 Tickets available online here: https://gofan.co/app/school/WIAA?activity=Basketball📌 Be sure to select WIAA State Basketball Opening Rounds - Muckleshoot Tribal.📲 You can also access tickets via the QR code attached. 💵 Cash will be accepted at the door, but purchasing tickets ahead of time is requested by WIAA. Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy! Go Owls! 💚🏀🤍 #OwlPride #StateTournament

🏀 Mary M Knight Girls High School Basketball 🦉 It’s GAME TIME, Owls fans! 🦉🔥 The first opening round of State is here, and we’re ready to soar! Join us Tuesday, 2/25, at 7 PM at Muckleshoot Tribal HS as we take on our next big challenge. Let’s pack the stands, get loud, and show everyone what Owl pride is all about! 🦉💥 #GoOwls #StateBound #MaryMKnightBasketball #WeBelieve #OwlNation

Congratulations, OWLS! girls fought hard for the win, 48 to 37. Lady OWLS persevere for the win and seeding. we are proud of you!