Mary M. Knight School District

End of the first half and the lady OWLS lead 21 to 17 over Willapa Valley. Keep working hard OWLS!

🏀 Owl Spirit Soars High: MMK Celebrates Girls Basketball State Qualification! What an incredible morning in Owl Country! Our Mary M. Knight family came together today for an energetic all-school assembly to celebrate our Lady Owls basketball team's remarkable achievement in securing their spot at the state tournament. The energy was electric in our gymnasium as students from kindergarten through high school participated in spirited basketball-themed games and activities. From our youngest Owls attempting their best dribbling skills to our high schoolers competing in friendly challenges, the sense of community and support for our team was truly heartwarming. Our decorated gym, proudly displaying our "Welcome to Owl Country" banner and numerous championship banners from past achievements, served as the perfect backdrop for this celebration of our current athletes' success. The Knight Owl Sports Booster Club helped make this special event possible, continuing their tradition of fostering school spirit and athletic excellence. Looking ahead, our Lady Owls will face Willapa Valley on Saturday at 1:00 PM in Montesano. This crucial match will determine their seeding position for the state tournament. We encourage all our Owl supporters to come out and cheer on our team! To our Lady Owls: Your dedication, teamwork, and perseverance have brought you to this moment. The entire Mary M. Knight community stands behind you as you continue your journey to state! #MMKPride #OwlCountry #RoadToState #WashingtonPrep #LadyOwls

🦉🏀 HEY OWL FANS! 🏀🦉 Mary M. Knight is hosting a Girls Youth Basketball Tournament this Saturday, Feb. 22! 🏆🔥 Games tip off at 8:00 AM, but make sure to be there at 11:00 AM to cheer on your Lady Owls in action! Come support the future of MMK basketball and enjoy a day full of great competition! 💚🤍 Let’s pack the gym and bring the energy! #MMKBasketball #FutureOwls #GoOwls #OneTeamOneDream

🔥🏀 IT’S GAME TIME! 🏀🔥 Your Mary M. Knight Girls Basketball Team is ready to battle for 3rd place in District IV! 💪💯 Catch them in action this Saturday, Feb. 22, at 1:00 PM at Montesano High School, as they take on Willapa Valley in a showdown you won’t want to miss! Let’s pack the gym, bring the energy, and show our Owls some love! 🤍🦉💚 🏆 MMK GIRLS ARE HEADED TO STATE! 🏆 The journey isn’t over yet! Our Owls are moving on to the WIAA State Tournament, and we’ll be sharing all the details—seeding, matchups, and game times—on Sunday, Feb. 23. Stay tuned for updates on their next battle! 📣 LET’S GO, OWLS! 📣 Drop a 🤍💚 in the comments if you're cheering them on! #MMKBasketball #Districts #GoOwls #OneTeamOneDream

MMK Forestry and Horticulture classes Explore sustainability in forestry and propagation techniques with a Field Trip to Weyerhaeuser Nursery and Tree Farm Mrs. Cole led our Forestry and Horticulture classes on a visit to Weyerhaeuser Nursery and Mima Tree Farm to gain hands-on insight into large-scale tree cultivation and sustainable forestry practices. The trip provided an in-depth look at seedling production, reforestation efforts, and the science behind growing healthy, high-quality trees for timber and conservation purposes. At the nursery, we observed the process of seed collection, germination, and the careful management of young trees before they are planted in the field. Experts explained the role of genetics, soil composition, and controlled environments in producing resilient seedlings. We also learned about the challenges of disease management and pest control in a commercial nursery setting. On the tree farm, we explored different stages of tree growth and care, from newly planted seedings to transplant-ready trees used in reforestation. Weyerhaeuser staff demonstrated sustainable forestry techniques, including selective seed harvesting and long-term land management strategies to maintain ecosystem balance while meeting industry demands. Overall, the trip provided valuable real-world knowledge of modern forestry and horticulture practices as well as career opportunities within those industries. The experience highlighted the importance of sustainable resource management and gave us a deeper appreciation for the complexities of tree farming and conservation practices

🚨 GAME DAY ALERT! 🚨 Owl Nation, it’s time to rally! 🦉💚🤍 Join us TOMORROW, Thursday, February 20, as the Mary M. Knight Lady Owls take the court in Raymond for a huge district playoff matchup! 🏀🔥 ⏰ Tip-off: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Raymond High School 💰 District Admission: 🎟️ $8 Adults | $6 Students, Seniors & Veterans Let’s fill the stands, bring the noise, and cheer our Lady Owls to victory! Every chant, every clap, and every ounce of energy counts! Let’s show them what Owl Pride is all about! 🦉💪 #DistrictBound #OwlStrong #BringTheHeat #GoOwls

Join us tonight as the Mary M. Knight girls basketball team heads down to Raymond for district basketball. The lady OWLS will take on Oakville tonight at 6:00 PM. Let's cheer on our lady OWLS!

🏸 Celebrating Our Pickleball Champions at MMK! We're excited to share some fantastic achievements from our PE classes! Under Mr. Kerr's guidance, our students have been developing their pickleball skills through an engaging bracket-style tournament. It's been wonderful to see our Owls demonstrate their athletic abilities, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit! Congratulations to our tournament winners: 7th Grade Champions: Liam Jones and Peyton Gonzales 8th Grade Champions: Joe Seymour and Dayton Triggs 10th-12th Grade Champions: Hayden Hughes and Hayden Roberts These students have shown excellent dedication in mastering the fundamentals of pickleball, from serving techniques to strategic gameplay. The tournament format has provided a great opportunity for our students to apply their skills in real game situations while building teamwork and communication abilities. We're proud of all our students who participated and showed great sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Special thanks to Mr. Kerr for organizing this engaging athletic program that helps our students stay active and develop their physical education skills! #MMKOwls #PhysicalEducation #StudentSuccess #SchoolSpirit #Pickleball #MMKPride

Preserving History Through Our Students' Craftsmanship! 🏫✨ We're thrilled to share an exciting collaboration between Mary M. Knight's CTE Construction Program and the Matlock Historical Society! Our talented OWLS are currently working on a meaningful project that connects our present to our community's rich educational heritage. In our woodshop, students are carefully crafting replica signs of Mason County's original schoolhouses from the 1980s. These include historical markers for New Kamilche, Cloquallum, Jarrell's Cove, Lilliwaup, Lincoln, Grant, and Arcadia schools. As you can see in the photos, our students are using their woodworking and design skills to create these beautiful commemorative signs with remarkable attention to detail. This project not only helps our students develop valuable technical skills but also connects them to the educational legacy of our region. We're incredibly proud of how our OWLS are contributing to the preservation of local history while gaining hands-on experience in construction and craftsmanship. Special thanks to the Matlock Historical Society for partnering with us on this meaningful project. Together, we're ensuring that the stories of Mason County's early schools continue to be shared with future generations. #MMKPride #CTE #CommunityPartnership #LocalHistory #StudentCraftsmanship #MasonCountyHistory #OwlsAtWork

📢 School Closure Announcement 📢 Mary M. Knight School District will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, in observance of Presidents Day. 🇺🇸 Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back in class on Tuesday! #PresidentsDay #SchoolClosure #MaryMKnight

🚨 GAME TONIGHT! 🚨 Hey Owl Nation! The girls high school basketball team is hitting the court tonight at Pe Ell at 6 PM for the first game of districts! 🏀🔥 District admission prices apply: 🎟️ $8 for adults | $6 for students, senior citizens, and veterans. Come out and support our team as we take the next step! Let’s bring the energy and show our Owl pride! 🦉💚🤍🖤 GO MARY M. KNIGHT OWLS! #DistrictBound #OwlStrong #BringTheHeat

🦉 Celebrating Cross-Grade Learning at Mary M. Knight! 🦉 What a heartwarming sight to see our 2nd and 5th grade Owls working together today! Our younger students took on the role of teachers, sharing exciting math games they've mastered to help our older students strengthen their math fact fluency and number sense skills. These peer-to-peer learning opportunities create meaningful connections between our students while reinforcing important mathematical concepts. It's amazing to watch our 2nd graders confidently explain the games and strategies they've learned, while our 5th graders engage enthusiastically with their younger schoolmates. Using dice, game boards, and plenty of collaborative spirit, students worked in small groups to practice their math facts in fun and interactive ways. This type of cross-grade mentoring not only builds math skills but also develops leadership, communication, and social skills that are vital for success. We're so proud of how our Owls support and learn from each other. These moments of student-led learning truly exemplify our school's commitment to creating a strong, collaborative learning community where every student can shine! #MMKOwls #MathMatters #StudentLeadership #PeerLearning #OwlPride #BetterTogethe

Due to snow days and the need to make up missed school, students will have school on: 📅 Tuesday, February 18 📅 Wednesday, February 19 (Late Start) If you have any questions, please call our secretaries at 📞 360-426-6767 ext. 6500. We can’t wait to see our hardworking Owls back in the classroom, making up for lost time and continuing their learning journey! 📚✨ Let’s make the most of these extra days—see you there! 🦉📖🎉

🚨 GAME RESCHEDULED! 🚨 Hey Owl Nation! Due to the wild weather, tonight’s girls district basketball game @ Pe Ell has been moved to tomorrow night (2/14) at 6 PM! Practice today from 3-5 PM—let’s put in the work and be ready to dominate! Let’s bring the energy tomorrow and show our Owl pride! 🦉🔥🏀 GO MARY M. KNIGHT OWLS! 💚🤍🖤 #OwlStrong #DistrictBound #BringTheHeat

🦉 Mary M. Knight School Community Update 🦉 Exciting things are happening during our Wednesday late start professional development sessions! Today, we're thrilled to share how our dedicated teachers are collaborating to enhance math education for our Owls. Mrs. Ehler, Mrs. Jewett, and Ms. Niles led an engaging session focused on innovative math activities designed to strengthen our students' number fluency and mathematical foundations. Our teachers worked hands-on with various interactive tools and strategies that make learning math both fun and effective for our students. These collaborative sessions demonstrate our staff's commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth. By sharing best practices and exploring new teaching methods together, we're ensuring that every student at Mary M. Knight receives the best possible support in developing strong mathematical skills. It's wonderful to see our educators so engaged in professional learning that directly benefits our students. These weekly late start Wednesdays provide valuable time for our teachers to work together, share ideas, and refine their teaching strategies. We're proud of our staff's dedication to professional development and their enthusiasm for finding new ways to help our students succeed. Go Owls! 💚🦉 #MMKOwls #OwlPride #TeacherCollaboration #MathEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuousLearning

📢 Mary M. Knight School District - Transportation Update 🚍 The Transportation Department has updated bus and van routes to reflect pick-up times for: ✅ Normal schedule ✅ 1-hour late start ✅ 2-hour late start (Snow routes available) ✅ NEW: 3-hour late start (Snow routes available) You can view the updated routes on the district's Transportation Department webpage. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 360-426-6767 ext. 6500. Thank you for your patience and cooperation! 💚🤍🖤

🏆 Coastal 1B League All-League Awards! 🏆 Voted on by the coaches in the Coastal 1B League, we are proud to announce our All-League award winners: 🎉 Cloey Fletcher - League MVP 🔥 Hailey Morris - 1st Team 👏 Maelynn Nygaard - Honorable Mention 🏅 Jake Goldy - Co-Coach of the Year Way to go, Owls! 🦉💙💛 📅 Next Up: Our girls will play their first District game at Pe Ell this Thursday at 6 PM. District admission prices apply: 🎟️ $8 for adults | $6 for students, senior citizens, and veterans. Come out and support our team! Go Owls! 💪💙💛 #GoOwls #DistrictBound #Champions

Due to snow days and the need to make up missed school, students will have school on: 📅 Tuesday, February 18 📅 Wednesday, February 19 (Late Start) If you have any questions, please call our secretaries at 📞 360-426-6767 ext. 6500. We can’t wait to see our hardworking Owls back in the classroom, making up for lost time and continuing their learning journey! 📚✨ Let’s make the most of these extra days—see you there! 🦉📖🎉

📚 Preparing for Future Success at Mary M. Knight! Our 7th grade students are already taking important steps toward their future careers through our comprehensive advisory program. Today, students engaged in an exciting career exploration activity as part of their High School and Beyond Plan. Using interactive digital tools, our OWLS completed career interest surveys designed to help them discover potential career paths that align with their unique interests and strengths. This valuable exercise helps students identify career fields they might want to explore further, laying the groundwork for more in-depth career research and planning. We believe it's never too early to start thinking about the future, and we're proud to provide our students with these meaningful opportunities for self-discovery and career exploration. Through our advisory program, we're helping students build a strong foundation for making informed decisions about their high school coursework and post-graduation plans. Want to learn more about our college and career readiness programs? Contact our school counseling office! We're here to support our Knights every step of the way! 🏰✨ #MMKnights #CareerExploration #StudentSuccess #FutureReady #OurCommunity [Images: Students actively engaged in career interest surveys on their laptops, viewing career pathway options, and participating in their High School and Beyond Plan activities]

💘✨ Spread the Love This Valentine’s Day! 🍫🌸 The PTO is bringing the sweetest and prettiest gifts your way! 💝 Grab a chocolate bar for $1, a carnation for $2, or get both for just $3—the perfect way to brighten someone’s day! 💕 Sales are off to an amazing start! 🎉 Don’t miss out—stop by and see Shantel in the District Office to get yours before they’re gone! Thanks for supporting the PTO! ❤️ #ValentinesDay #SweetTreats #ShareTheLove