I want our students to have experiences at Kamiak that best prepare them for the plans they have for life after high school. Whether they are going off to industry, the military, college/university, or some other opportunity, I want their years as Knights to open doors to their dreams.

Dual-credit (which earns both high school and college credit at the same time) is one great opportunity for our students. There are three main ways students can earn dual-credit at Kamiak:

There are reasons students would prefer each of those options depending on their individual plans. This week, a guest-written article was included in The Gauntlet (our student newspaper) that gave the perspective of students who prioritize class rank as their most important outcome of high school. I have asked Mr. Stelling (our Career and College Readiness Counselor) to add some information about Advanced Placement coursework to that perspective. (see below)

Always, I recommend students talk with their counselor about how to get the most from high school while unlocking opportunities they want to experience after high school.

Choosing the right academic pathway in high school is an important decision for both students and parents. At Kamiak High School, Advanced Placement (AP) courses have long been a cornerstone of academic excellence, offering students an opportunity to challenge themselves while preparing for college and beyond. Understanding the benefits of AP courses can help families make informed choices that align with students’ goals, interests, and strengths.

Colleges and universities—especially highly selective institutions—value rigor. Advanced Placement courses are recognized nationally and globally as a gold standard for challenging high school academics. When admissions officers review applications, they look not only at grades, but also at the level of challenge a student has taken on. AP courses clearly demonstrate a student’s willingness to engage in demanding, college-level work while still in high school.

Unlike many other options, AP courses are standardized and externally validated. Colleges know what an AP course represents because the curriculum and assessments are overseen by the College Board, making AP transcripts easy to evaluate and trust.

AP courses are not simply “harder” classes; they are carefully designed college-level experiences. AP teachers must complete specialized training and certification to teach these courses. At Kamiak High School, AP instructors bring deep subject knowledge, proven instructional skill, and a commitment to preparing students for advanced academic work. This combination creates classrooms that foster critical thinking, strong writing, analytical reasoning, and academic confidence.

With the sudden drop in temperatures, we thought it would be helpful to give a refresher on what to do in the event school is delayed or canceled due to inclement weather conditions or other events. Bus routes may also be affected by unsafe travel conditions. 

The announcement of a school closure or delay is usually made early in the morning. All authorized parents and guardians will receive a ParentSquare message if school is closed or delayed. If you have a mobile phone number on file with your child's school, you should also receive a text message. 

Updated school closure and delay information will also be posted on the school district’s website, on the FlashAlert website, and the district Facebook page and Instagram page. If school is canceled, the school day will be made up later in the year. If bus routes are limited due to snow or ice on roadways, the alternate routes are listed on the district transportation website. 🚌🚌🚌🚌 

In addition to the mass communication system, there are other options for receiving a text message in the event of a school closure or delay. When the school district announces a change in the schedule, it notifies the local TV and radio stations through a service called FlashAlert. You can receive a text message directly from FlashAlert whenever the school district posts a notice to that system. You can receive that service by signing up for FlashAlert Messenger. Many local TV and radio stations also offer similar services. Most of the major radio and television stations broadcast information about school closures.

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Conditions could develop during the school day that may require school to be dismissed earlier than planned. Information about early dismissals will be provided to local radio and television stations and distributed through the school district’s mass communication system. If school is dismissed early, and transportation home is not available, a child will be released only to his or her parent or guardian or to a person previously authorized by the parent or guardian. We ask that parents please bring photo identification (such as a driver’s license) to ensure student safety. School staff will remain at the school until all students have been released.

Check this page on our website to learn more about Emergency Information.

Join us for an interactive session with district leaders to learn about the Feb. 10 school ballot! Approval of the renewal learning levy would sustain 300 staff members and programs like athletics, arts, and campus safety, while passage of the capital construction bond would fund dozens of projects to improve student safety, replace outdated building systems, and modernize decades-old schools. Bring your questions and hear directly from the leaders guiding this work. Learn more at: www.mukilteoschools.org/bondlevy2026 

4-5 p.m. 

6-7 p.m.

These are online events. Interpretation will be available upon request to communications@mukilteo.wednet.edu

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

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

🎓 Just need the required items?

Order the Cap, Gown, Tassel & Stole Unit Only 

🛍️ 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.