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Kamiak Weekly Update

Posted Date: 11/07/25 (3:15 PM)

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KAMIAK WEEKLY UPDATE

November 7, 2025

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Congratulations to our Fall sports athletes on a well-played season. I have seen students set new personal records. I have watched a collection of individuals mature into a team where every victory is shared. I have seen our older athletes patiently teaching younger players how to grow into future leadership roles. And, I have stood with our fans enjoying every moment – thank you!

The Fall sports season starts in the long, warm days of summer…and ends in the soggy, short, cold days of fall. All along the way, our athletes learn invaluable lessons in goal-setting, determination, teamwork, and so much more. I am so proud of the sportsmanship I have seen on our teams and among our many fans.

For our individuals and teams headed to WESCO Districts and State competition, I wish you all the best of luck.
Mr Shurtleff

Thank You PTO and Kamiak Community!

Thank you so much to our PTO and the Kamiak community for the overwhelming generosity of desserts and treats this week. We are so grateful to the Kamiak PTO for the sweet ‘fuel’ it takes to make all this teaching and learning possible!
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

November 10 & 11: No School

Veteran's Day Observed

November 17: Intervention & Outreach Time

Intervention and Outreach Time is a 45-minute period during the school day that allows students to receive academic support, make up work, or participate in enrichment and interest-based activities.

November 26: Early Dismissal

School is out at 11:00am, grab and go lunch 11:00-11:15am

November 27 & 28: No School

Thanksgiving/Native American Heritage Day

December 1: Intervention & Outreach Time

Intervention and Outreach Time is a 45-minute period during the school day that allows students to receive academic support, make up work, or participate in enrichment and interest-based activities.
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STUDENT AND FAMILY INFORMATION

Congratulations Kamiak Students of the Month for October

he following students were selected by Kamiak staff as Students of the Month for October 2025 due to their outstanding academics, school and/or community leadership and activities and/or athletics.
Portraits of seven students, each with their name and grade level displayed.

Community Food Support Resources

Information about local food support resources that are currently available in our area:
1. Local Food Banks

2. Kamiak’s Basic Food Pantry
Our school has a small food pantry available for students and families. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis as we rely on donations. Families can reach out to their student’s school counselor or Student Support Advocate to schedule a time to stop by during school hours.

3. Thanksgiving Meal Support
There are a couple local options for families who could use help with a Thanksgiving meal this year:
  • Thanksgiving Baskets (Limited Spots): The South Everett-Mukilteo Rotary Club is providing baskets with a frozen turkey and all the trimmings for families who have access to an oven. Reach out to your Student Support Advocate 
Hot Meal Options: Several community programs are offering free hot meal deliveries or in-person Thanksgiving dinners around the holiday.

Let’s Keep Our Students Safe - Drive Slow and Stay Cautious

Now that we are at the beginning of the darker months, we would like to remind everyone to exercise extra caution when driving near the school, especially in designated school zones. Many students walk to school, and reduced visibility from darkness, rain, or fog can make it difficult to see pedestrians. Please drive slowly, stay alert, and help everyone come and go from school safely.

Knights! Send in your Photos! 📷

The Yearbook team needs your photos! Flyers are posted around campus and we are looking for photos of you and your siblings here at Kamiak. Send in pics of you and friends now and then! Have a job--send in photos if you at work! Have pets--send in a photo of you and your pet! Do you have pics from summer-send them in! Have candids of you and friends student life--please share! 

Go to Yearbookforever.com, use access code Knights2026 and follow the prompts.

Your Voice Matters: Serve on a School District Committee

Mukilteo School District invites you to help shape important decisions about curriculum, budget, and student services by serving on a district standing committee. Interested in learning more or volunteering? Join us for a Zoom meeting on Monday, November 17 at 4 p.m. To receive the Zoom link, please RSVP by Wednesday, November 12.

Committee members are elected by attendees at the meeting and may serve on one committee per year. We would love to have you involved!

During this year’s meeting, the school district will be looking to fill these positions on standing committees:
 
  • BUDGET COMMITTEE: The committee reviews and provides input to the superintendent regarding board and districtwide initiatives and preliminary budget recommendations. The committee meets twice a month from late January through early May. There is one parent opening (two-year term).
  • RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT: The committee reviews proposals for research conducted in the district for approval and makes recommendations regarding the school district’s assessment program. The committee meets when research proposals are submitted and need to be reviewed. This is generally twice per year. There is one parent opening on the committee this year (two-year term).
  • STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The committee reviews and recommends revisions to the Exceptional Misconduct portion of the Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. It meets once a year, usually in May. There are two openings this year (two-year terms).
  • INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS COMMITTEE: The committee reviews and decides upon curriculum materials recommendations by district and school teams, ensuring all instructional resources align with district standards, state regulations, and reflect community values. The Instructional Materials Committee makes recommendations to the school board for adoption. The committee has meetings in the afternoon, two or three times a year, and committee members serve three-year terms. There are three parent/family positions open this year.
  • SPECIAL PROGRAMS: The committee's purpose is to foster communication and learn about the district’s multilingual education, intervention, highly capable, and special education programs, as well as provide input on annual applications and program evaluation efforts. The committee meets twice a year, usually in the late afternoon or evening. There are two parent/family member openings (two-year terms) for parents who have students receiving one of the following services: Title 1, Highly Capable Program.

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ATHLETICS

Results from the Week

Friday, October 31
Varsity Boys Football lost against Glacier Peak on Friday but won 6-3 against Jackson on Saturday.

Saturday, November 1
Varsity Boys Football won 6-3 against Jackson on Saturday.

Cross Country results - In the rain and the mud over the weekend, the cross country teams raced at the Bi-District Championships at Lakewood High School. Colin Wear was the lone state qualifier for the Knights. Grace Gilson led the girls in 40th place as both teams finished in the middle of the pack.

Unified Bowling Sub-Regional Results - The Kamiak Unified Bowling team Competed at the Sub-Regional Bowling tournament this weekend. Unified Bowlers Luis Gonzalez, Val Quah, Senuri Ushettige, Raj Chahal, Meilin Overturf, Lucas Carpenter, Devin Semeraro, Haaland Christiansen, and Max Christiansen all earned a gold medal placing first in their divisions. These athletes will move on to the regional tournament Nov 15th. Way to go Knights!
Varsity Girls Soccer lost to Jackson but JV won 8-1.

Tuesday, November 4
Kamiak Girls Volleyball had a strong showing against Jackson! C-Team fell short, JV won 2–1, and Varsity swept with a 3–0 victory.

Wednesday, November 5
C-Team Boys Football lost to Glacier Peak

Support a Game this Weekend

Friday, November 7
7:00 PM - Varsity Boys Football vs Puyallup
at Puyallup Sparks Stadium

Saturday, November 8
10:00 AM - Varsity Girls Swim and Dive District Finals at Snohomish Aquatic Center

2:00 PM - Varsity Girls Volleyball at Kamiak High School
 

Open Conditioning - Sponsored by Lady Knights Wrestling 🏋️‍♀️

Open Conditioning is rolling strong into September—and we’d love to see you join us! These sessions are a great way to get stronger, meet new people, and have fun in a supportive, judgment-free space. No experience required and open to all Kamiak students.

📅 Dates:
Monday 11/10
Wednesday 11/12

⏰ Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Kamiak Weight Room

What to Bring
  • Water bottle
  • Running/athletic shoes
  • Workout clothes you can move in
  • Hair ties/headband (if needed)
  • Optional: light sweatshirt for warm-up/cool-down

Our Team Values
Inclusion: Everyone belongs—come as you are. Effort > Outcome: Hustle, learn, improve. Respect & Consent: We look out for each other—always. Growth Mindset: Mistakes = progress. Safety First: Warm up, listen, and train smart.

Questions? Contact Coach Baldwin at baldwinjh@mukilteo.wednet.edu.

Bring a friend and come check it out—we can’t wait to see you there!

Interested in Winter Sports? 🏀🤼‍♀️🏊‍♂️

For all students interested in Winter sports please log into FINAL FORMS and sign all forms and make sure you have a Valid Physical that goes THROUGH the entire season. If it expires mid season you will not be clear to particiapte day one. 
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PERFORMING ARTS

Kamiak Show Band wins 1st Place at NWAPA Championships 🎶🏆

Congratulations to the Kamiak Show Band for winning 1st Place in the AA division preliminary round at last weekend's "Puget Sound Festival of Bands" in Everett. They also won High Percussion, High Music, High Color Guard, High Visual, and High General Effect. The previous weekend, at the Sunset Classic in Portland, they won 1st Place in the AAA division preliminary round with High Percussion, High Auxiliary, High General Effect, and High Visual, and won overall High Percussion in the Open Class Finals round. The Show Band competes this Saturday at the NWAPA Championships in Portland. Wish them luck!

Join Kamiak Winterguard!

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Knights, it's time to join Wintergaurd! Come to our interest meeting on November 3rd to learn more about our upcoming season. 

Workshops will be held November 12th, 17th, and 19th from 5-8pm. This is a low stakes opportunity for you to try it out and get to know the team. All are welcome to join and no experience is necessary!

Don't miss your opportunity be a part of this award winning team. Join us! 
Go KCG!

Get involved in Performing Arts

Kamiak High School’s Performing Arts program showcases student talent through music, theater, and dance. From award-winning musicals and plays to the acclaimed Show Band and Color Guard, it offers a wide range of opportunities for performers and crew members alike.
Performing Arts Calendar
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KAMIAK CLUBS AND TEAMS

Get Involved at Kamiak!

At Kamiak, we offer a variety of clubs, activities, and academic support programs designed to meet diverse interests and help you succeed. Click the button below to see all the opportunities available, including when and where to join!
Clubs, Activities, and Support
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COUNSELING CORNER

Running Start Winter Quarter Registration

If your student is currently enrolled in Running Start, winter quarter registration begins soon! To register for classes, your student will need to complete the quarterly Running Start Verification form with their Kamiak School Counselor. The verification form is available on the college website and the Running Start page of the Kamiak website (under the CCRC section). All directions and required steps for this process were sent to student’s school outlook emails in October. Please have your student review all directions before meeting with their counselor. 

High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP)

The High School and Beyond Plan is a state-mandated graduation requirement for all students, beginning in middle school, that guides them in planning for post-high school education, training, and careers. Counselors met with students earlier this fall to help them access the application and work on required tasks. For more information on your student’s grade-level activities, please visit our High School and Beyond page on the Kamiak website. https://ka.mukilteoschools.org/hsbp

Sno-Isle Registration

The Sno-Isle Tech Skill Center registration is open for the 2026-2027 school year. 10th and 11th grade students are eligible to apply. Interested students should visit the Sno-Isle Tech website in advance to begin an application (sc.mukilteoschools.org/). If your student applies/or has already applied, please have them reach out to their school counselor to confirm the program will fit into their graduation plan. 

Post-High School Planning for Seniors

We are in the middle of our post-high school planning season for 12th grade students. Students are in the process of applying to all types of opportunities including the military, community college, universities, internships, trade schools, apprenticeships, or preparing their resume for the workforce. Does your student need help with planning? We highly recommend that students meet with our Career and College Counselor, Bryan Stelling to explore their interests and opportunities. Students can sign up for individual appointments in the Counseling Office. If parents would like to attend a meeting, they should call the office to schedule directly.
 
We know there are many seniors who are starting to complete college applications this fall. If your students is applying to schools through The Common Application, they will need to invite their school counselor to complete a School Report. Students should not be sending a counselor (or teacher) an invite unless they have spoken with them about this step first. Please have your student meet with their counselor at least 3-weeks in advance of their first deadline to confirm we have access, and all materials needed to complete our part of the application. To prepare for this meeting, students should also fill out a Personal Data Form, available on the Letters of Recommendation page of the Kamiak website (under the CCRC tab). Hard copies can also be found in the Counseling Office.
 
For transcripts, please visit the Transcript Request page on the Kamiak website (under Counseling). After students invite their counselor into their Common App, they will need to log into their Parchment account and request for an official transcript to be sent to Common App: First Year. If your student is applying to colleges that are not on the Common App, they may need to submit their transcript directly to these schools. For unofficial copies of the transcript, students should contact their School Counselor.
 
If your student is applying to schools that require teacher or counselor letters of recommendation, we highly encourage them to meet with recommenders as far in advance of their deadlines as possible (minimum 2 weeks), during available office hours. The more time given, the better your student’s letter can be. Students will need to first approach their recommenders to ask if they are available to write for them. If they say yes, students should invite them into the Common App and give them a copy of the Personal Data Form mentioned above.
 
Lastly, counselors and teachers do not work evenings, weekends, or during holiday breaks. It is your student’s responsibility to make sure our staff have everything we need in advance so we can meet deadlines and support them in the process. If your student is unsure if they have taken all necessary steps, they can reach out to their school counselor or Mr. Stelling to confirm they are on track. We are here to help!
 

School Counselors are designated by student’s last name:

A-C: Kelsey Cummings (CummingsKE@mukilteo.wednet.edu)
D-H: Alexis Spies (SpiesAO@mukilteo.wednet.edu)
I-Mh: Sarah Bell (BellSA@mukilteo.wednet.edu)
Mi-Sa: Denise Bathurst (BathurstDL@mukilteo.wednet.edu)
Sb-Z: Bill Stengele (StengeleWD@mukilteo.wednet.edu)

Career & College Readiness Counselor: Bryan Stelling (stellingbc@mukilteo.wednet.edu)
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CAREER & COLLEGE READINESS CENTER (CCRC)

Upcoming College & Military Visits

  • Army: Wednesday, November 12, during both lunches
  • Seattle Pacific University: Thursday, November 13, during second lunch
  • St. Martin's University: Friday, November 14, during first lunch
Stop by the CCRC before school, after school, during your lunch or make an appointment with the Career & College Readiness Counselor, Mr. Stelling.

Visit the CCRC webpage for upcoming events, scholarship opportunities, and college and career resources.
CCRC Webpage
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SENIORS

🎓 Senior Graduation Orders — Free Shipping Promo Through This Weekend!

Seniors received information about graduation orders during their recent Senior Class Meeting, but we wanted to share a quick reminder with families as well.

Jostens is offering a special promotion through this weekend — receive FREE shipping when you order $200 or more in graduation items! Use code SENIORSHIP26

There are several graduation package options available to fit your needs.

🎓 Just need the required items?

🛍️ Looking for more?
Explore Graduation Packages that include class gear, announcements, and other keepsakes,

📅 To ensure timely delivery for graduation, please place all orders by Friday, January 30, 2026.

Senior Class Webpage and Calendar

The Senior class has a dedicated webpage on the Kamiak website, where we share important information about graduation and major senior year events. Be sure to visit regularly and check the calendar for updates and upcoming events.

When viewing the full calendar on the senior webpage, you also have the option to subscribe. By subscribing, all events will sync and display on your Outlook, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, Hotmail, iPhone, iPad, Android, or other devices.

🖨️ Here is a printable calendar to print on your own.

Seniors! Let's get you closer to having your requirements for graduation fulfilled.

One of the Washington State-mandated requirements for graduation is to complete your High School and Beyond Plan. Make sure to log into your High School and Beyond Plan portal to see if yours has been marked as completed. If not. you may come to the CCRC and work with Mrs. Cline on it. You can also find step by step directions here. It is due by December 12.

Senior-specific yearbook photo info and deadlines 📸

Below you will find important information regarding due dates and specifications for Senior-specific options for this year’s annual. There is no requirement or obligation to purchase or submit any of the following items.

Senior Portraits: Due no later than January 16, 2026

Baby Photos: Due December 10, 2025

Graduate Tributes: Due January 15, 2026


Due Dates are non-negotiable as we are working with an external publishing company, and we need to meet their required due dates to ensure on-time delivery of the books in the spring.
Senior Class Page
Senior Calendar
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KAMIAK COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS, EVENTS, & INFO

Kamiak Parent Teacher Org. (KPTO)

Commitment To Excellence
Our mission is to be a bridge between our families and our school. We believe that it is through communication and collaboration that we can create a most positive learning environment for our students. Your support and participation is greatly appreciated click below for more information.

Our fundraising provides:
  • Financial scholarships for Kamiak seniors continuing their education beyond high school
  • School grants to help Kamiak HS
  • Staff Appreciation

Next meeting: November 18, 2025 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the Kamiak Library

All are welcome! 

Click below for more information and future meeting dates.
Parent Teacher Org (KPTO)
 

Kamiak Athletic Boosters Club (KABC)

The Kamiak Athletic Booster Club (KABC) is a group of parents of current and former athletes who work together to financially support student-athletes at Kamiak. Guided by our by-laws and mission, we raise and manage funds, promote school spirit, assist the Athletic Department, and advocate for athletics in our community. KABC provides funding across a wide range of sports teams and, through team fundraising, scholarships, and support for equipment, training, and facilities, we strive to strengthen the connection between academics and athletics while fostering pride, camaraderie, and opportunities for all Kamiak athletes.

Click below for more information.
Athletic Booster Club (KABC)
 

Kamiak Performing Arts Boosters (KPAB)

The Kamiak Performing Arts Boosters (KPAB) proudly supports Band, Choir, Dance, Drama, Guard, Jazz, and Orchestra at Kamiak High School. These award-winning programs give students opportunities to learn, perform, and compete locally, nationally, and internationally. From the renowned Show Band and Color Guard, to acclaimed Choirs, the Dulcineas Dance Team, vibrant Drama productions, dynamic Jazz ensembles, and symphonic Orchestras, KPAB helps provide enriching experiences that foster talent, creativity, and lifelong appreciation for the performing arts.

Next Meeting: November 6 from 7-8pm in the Kamiak PAC Choir Room.

Click below for more information.
Preforming Arts Boosters (KPAB)
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Important Contact Information


Office Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm

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Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as patriotic society. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Robert Gallagher (425-356-1300), gallagherrm@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), andersonra@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), moosekerkw@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) allenwr@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.