Mary M. Knight School District

📢 Important Update for Tonight’s HS Girls Basketball Game!

Evergreen Lutheran will NOT have a cash option available for admission tonight.
🕕 Game Time: 6:00 PM

📍 Location:
Evergreen Lutheran High School
7306 Waller Road E
Tacoma, WA 98443

🎟️ Ticket Prices:
Adults: $8
Students/Children: $6
Seniors: $4

Fans planning to attend can scan the event QR code for presale tickets, or you may still purchase tickets digitally at the gate through GoFan.

🔗 Get Your Tickets Here:
https://gofan.co/event/5638990?schoolId=WA23210&utm_source=GoFan&utm_medium=qrcode&utm_campaign=HQEventLink

Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💚🏀🤍

🚨 Schedule Update Due to Flooding 🚨

Wishkah is shutting down all afternoon activities today because of flooding and road closures in the area.

📢 Tonight’s MS games @ Wishkah are cancelled.
There is currently no rescheduled date. Coach Kerr will update coaches and players if that changes.

❌ No MS practice tonight.

✔️ HS Practice Schedule for Today:
Girls Basketball (GBB): 3–5 PM
Boys Basketball (BBB): 5–7 PM

Please stay safe and allow extra travel time in affected areas.

🌟 Youth Voices at the Center! 🌟

Today, the Economic Development Council of Mason County (MasonEDC) visited Mary M. Knight to interview high school students and hear directly from them about the barriers to employment in Mason County.

We are proud to share that 11 MMK high school students participated in this roundtable, offering thoughtful insight, personal experiences, and hopes for improving youth workforce opportunities in our community.

This event is part of the ongoing Youth Employment Roundtable Series, which focuses on elevating student perspectives and connecting them with regional workforce resources. Following the student discussion, representatives from the Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council shared information on youth pathways, training opportunities, and job support programs.

A huge thank-you to our students for their leadership, to MasonEDC for engaging with our youth, and to PacMtn for supporting future career success.

✨ We are proud of our MMK students and excited for what this partnership will bring!

🏀 Schedule Update for MMK Basketball 🏀

Tonight's high school basketball games at Naselle have been rescheduled due to Naselle canceling school today.
📅 New Date: Wednesday, January 7
📍 Location: Naselle
⏰ Game Times: 5:30pm (Girls) / 7:00pm (Boys)

Additionally, Wishkah has cancelled their boys basketball season. We have scheduled Crescent as an added home game to replace it.
📅 Date: Monday, January 5
📍 Location: MMK
⏰ Game Time: 5:30pm (Boys Only)

🏀 Tonight’s Practice Schedule
Middle School: 3:00–5:00pm
Girls Basketball: 5:00–7:00pm
Boys Basketball: 7:00–9:00pm

🎄🚍📣 ANOTHER FESTIVE WIN FOR MMK! 📣🚍🎄

We are thrilled to share that our Transportation and Cheer Team earned 1st Place in the Motorized Category at Shelton’s Annual Christmas Town USA Holiday Magic Parade! 🥇🎉✨

Their holiday spirit rolled down the parade route in style — with the beautifully decorated bus driven by Transportation Director Toby Lane, and the festive cheer van driven by Cheer Coach Barb Beste! 🎅🚍💚❤️

From the lights to the smiles to the incredible teamwork, they brought pure Christmas magic to the community! 🌟🎄

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved — your dedication, creativity, and holiday cheer made MMK shine bright! ✨🙌

#ChristmasTownUSA #HolidayMagicParade #MMKProud #GoOwls #1stPlace #FestiveFun

🎄✨🎅 HOLIDAY MAGIC PARADE WINNERS! 🎅✨🎄

What an AMAZING night at Shelton’s Annual Christmas Town USA Holiday Magic Parade! Our incredible Transportation Team and Cheerleaders marched their way to 1st PLACE — for the second year in a row! 🥇🙌🎉

We are SO proud of this talented crew!
Your energy, spirit, and dedication lit up the whole parade route — rain and all! 🌧️💚❤️✨

A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to everyone who participated! 🎉🎄
We hope you got to see them shining bright on Saturday night — they brought the holiday cheer BIG TIME! 🎅🌟💃🚌

#ChristmasTownUSA #HolidayMagicParade #MMKProud #GoOwls #HolidaySpirit #FestiveFun

🦉 Owl Nation—Get Ready for a BIG Night! 🦉

Join us TONIGHT as we celebrate our amazing 8th graders during the annual Fly-Up Ceremony!

🏀 Middle School Boys Game: 5:30 PM
✨ 8th Grade Fly-Up Ceremony: Immediately after the boys finish—approximately 6:30 PM
🏀 Middle School Girls Warm-Ups: Right after the ceremony
🏀 Middle School Girls Game: 7:00 PM

Come pack the gym, cheer loud, and show these athletes how proud we are as they fly up to the next chapter! Let’s fill the stands with Owl pride and make tonight unforgettable!

💚🤍 Go Owls! 🤍💚

🤼 Exciting News, MMK!
MMK will participate in its first ever wrestling matches tomorrow!

📍 Location: Ocosta High School, Westport
🕙 Start Time: 10:00 AM

Come cheer on our wrestlers as they make MMK history! 🤍💚

📣 Game Night Update!
For tonight's HS basketball games at Oakville, fans can bring at least 2 non-perishable food items in place of admission. Donate two items and get in FREE! 🙌

All donated food will go directly to the local food bank to support the Oakville community. ❤️

🏀 Boys Game: 5:30 PM
🏀 Girls Game: 7:00 PM

Come support our teams and a great cause!
(Throw back photo of Cloey Fletcher)

📬 December Newsletter Update! ❄️

Our December newsletter is now available to view online at https://aptg.co/t9PRxT! We also made a trip to the post office today, so keep an eye on your mailbox — printed copies should begin arriving early next week.

Thanks for staying connected, and happy December! 🎄✨

🌟 NOVEMBER CELEBRATIONS AT MARY M. KNIGHT SCHOOL 🌟

STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH: Mrs. Tiara McCartney 🏆

Our students voted, and they chose someone truly special! Mrs. McCartney is our school superhero—always there with kindness, grace, and care. Thank you for everything you do! 💙

🎉 AND OUR NOVEMBER STUDENT STARS:

🏅 GRIT Students of the Month recognized for embracing challenges with purpose and showing remarkable resilience!

🌟 DOUBLE CHAMPION: Andrew Ushman (3rd Grade) won BOTH our i-Ready Reading AND Math championships! Andrew completed 18 reading lessons—more than any student in our school—with a perfect 100% pass rate. Incredible dedication! 📚✨

🥇 Grade-Level Champions:

Grade 2 led in Math with the highest time-on-task and a 97% pass rate
Grade 3 achieved the highest Reading pass rate at 94%

Want ALL the details and photos from our November Awards Assembly? 📸 Check out this week's OWL Family Newsletter coming out THIS SUNDAY!
You'll see the full stories of our amazing students, our GRIT award winners, and all the wonderful things happening at Mary M. Knight School—plus a sneak peek at what's coming next!

Don't miss it! 🦉
Go OWLS! 💙

📘 Student Opportunity Alert!
The Washington State Legislature is accepting applications for its Page Program, open to students ages 14–17. Participants spend one week at the Capitol assisting with legislative duties, attending Page School, and experiencing government up close.

This is an outstanding chance for students to build leadership skills and explore civic engagement.
✔ Ages 14–17
✔ One-week session in Olympia
✔ Hands-on learning about lawmaking
✔ Stipend provided

More info & application link:
https://leg.wa.gov/learn-and-participate/civic-education-programs/page-program/

🦃 Thanksgiving Break Notice
Our school will be closed on November 26th, 27th, and 28th for Thanksgiving break.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and wonderful holiday with family and friends! 💚🤍

Go Owls! 🦉
School will resume on our regular schedule the following week.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁

🎉 6-Man Football All-League Honors! 🏈🤍💚

Join us in congratulating our fantastic MMK athletes for earning All-League recognition this season! Their hard work, leadership, and dedication made a major impact on the field.

🌟 Co-Defensive MVP
• Jordan Wood

💪 Offensive Linemen
• Deakyn Bullington
• Chase Tupper

🏃 Running Back
• Ryder Lake

🛡️ Linebacker
• Gabe Walters

🔥 Defensive End
• Hunter Hulford

🤝 Sportsmanship Award
• MMK

We are incredibly proud of each of you—great job, Owls! 🦉🤍💚
#MMK #GoOwls #AllLeague #6ManFootball

🎉 Congratulations to Maelynn Nygaard, our October 12th Grade Student of the Month! Maelynn consistently demonstrates outstanding OWNERSHIP and perseverance in everything she does. She follows through on commitments, independently manages her responsibilities, and takes initiative to ask for help when needed. Maelynn maintains strong athletic eligibility while keeping above a 3.0 GPA, showcasing true GRIT and exceptional balance both academically and athletically. Her leadership and dedication make her an incredible role model for our OWLS community! Outstanding work, Maelynn! #OWLSPride #GRITinAction #StudentOfTheMonth

🎉 We're excited to recognize Chase Tupper as our October 12th Grade Student of the Month! Chase shows exceptional RESPONSIBILITY by showing up every day ready to learn with a positive attitude. His consistent effort, enthusiastic approach to his education, and dedication to doing his best demonstrate true ownership and commitment. Chase's positive mindset and reliable presence make him an outstanding role model for GRIT and an exemplary OWL! Congratulations, Chase! #OWLSPride #GRITinAction #StudentOfTheMonth

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Gabe Buck, our October 10th Grade Student of the Month! Gabe demonstrates outstanding RESPONSIBILITY through his consistent focus and accountability. He is always on task, completes assignments on time, and self-monitors his academic progress with maturity and independence. Gabe's strong work ethic and ability to take ownership of his learning make him an excellent example of GRIT in action and an outstanding OWL! Keep up the great work, Gabe! #OWLSPride #GRITinAction #StudentOfTheMonth

Our Primary OWLS Soar at the Hands On Children's Museum! 🦉

What an amazing week for our youngest Mary M. Knight OWLS! Our K-3rd grade students had the incredible opportunity to visit the Hands On Children's Museum in Olympia, and we couldn't be more excited to share this experience with you all!

A Day of Discovery and Learning
Our primary students dove headfirst into hands-on learning experiences that brought science, technology, engineering, art, and math to life! Throughout their visit, our OWLS:

✨ Explored interactive exhibits that sparked curiosity and wonder
✨ Participated in STEAM workshops that got them thinking, creating, and problem-solving
✨ Created unique artwork in the Arts & Parts Studio to bring home and share with their families
✨ Engaged with exhibits aligned with Washington State Learning Standards

Why This Matters
As a small, rural school district with 185 students K-12, every field trip is precious. Opportunities like this allow our students to experience the world beyond our community, engage with new ideas, and learn through doing in ways that complement the strong foundation we're building in our classrooms every day.

A Heartfelt Thank You 💙
We are incredibly grateful to the Hands On Children's Museum for welcoming our OWLS and providing such an enriching, educational experience. Your commitment to hands-on learning makes a real difference for rural students like ours.

And to our Mary M. Knight community—thank you for your continued support of experiential learning opportunities for our students. Together, we're opening doors and creating possibilities for every child.

#MMKOwls #HandsOnLearning #RuralEducation #CommunityMatters #MaryMKnight

October Student of the Month for 6th Grade - Koal Reed

🎉 Congratulations to Koal Reed, our October 6th Grade Student of the Month! Koal demonstrates RESPONSIBILITY by consistently finishing his work on time and actively seeking feedback to improve.

When changes need to be made, he takes ownership and makes corrections without complaint, showing a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Koal's accountability and commitment to excellence make him an excellent role model for GRIT and what it means to be an OWL! Fantastic job, Koal!

#OWLSPride #GRITinAction #StudentOfTheMonth

🎉 Congratulations to Natalie North, our October 9th Grade Student of the Month! Natalie shows exceptional RESPONSIBILITY and initiative by taking ownership of her academic success. She was the only student who took the opportunity to set up a time to retake a quiz to improve her grade, demonstrating true perseverance and commitment to excellence. Natalie's proactive approach to her learning and her dedication to improvement exemplify what it means to have GRIT! Way to take charge of your learning, Natalie! #OWLSPride #GRITinAction #StudentOfTheMonth