❗️ALERT! Medivac Activity at District
We would like to inform school families, staff and students that the medivac activity is for an non-district related accident. This is impacting the lower parking lot by Phil Pugh Stadium, which is currently closed for parents picking up students.
🐴 After an impressive ride this weekend at the Washington State High School Equestrian Team (WAHSET) District Four Meet, two James Taylor High School students, Aria Stremlau and Ashlynn Clemo, won gold and will be heading to state with their Freestyle 6+ Drill Team! High school equestrians from across the state will meet in Moses Lake on May 15-18 to compete in a variety of disciplines. Please join us in cheering on our girls and the other members of their Drill Team as they prepare for state!
Thank you to Kim McLure for sharing this accomplishment so we can celebrate our JAT students and congratulate them on a job well done!
📱📵TONIGHT! Community Conversation: Cell Phone Policies
Cell phones in the classroom is a big topic in our state and has resulted in many changes to policies in surrounding districts. Join Superintendent Rosenbach, building administrators, staff, and school board members, to learn more about what's happening around the state, and to participate in an interactive discussion about cell phone use in our district.
When: 6:00 pm, March 19, 2025
Where: Hawkins MS Commons
🎭 4th Annual Talent Show -- Vote for your Favorite Act! 🎭
Friday, March 21st @ 6:00 pm
NMHS Auditorium
Admission: $5
*all funds support the NMHS theater program
💙 Recognizing Honesty & Integrity 💙
Congratulations to Ashley Lyon, on being recognized for the traits of honesty and integrity as part of the Building Administration Awards. Principal Alexia Hadfield shared the following about our James A. Taylor school counselor, "Ashley is always acting with integrity. Her honesty is apparent as she communicates clearly and outlines expectations for students and parents.”
Thank you for all you do to support JAT students, Ashley. Congratulations on this recognition!
🎓 Senior Class Meeting 🎓
The senior class had a great opportunity today to meet with counselors to learn more about the many amazing scholarships available to them through the generosity of the North Mason Scholarship Foundation and other local businesses/agencies. The counseling team has been hard at work to make this information easily accessible to seniors and have attempted to streamline the application process by creating an online version of the scholarship notebook, which must be submitted by March 18th at 3:00 pm. Please note, some scholarships require additional documents be included, beyond what is requested through the scholarship notebook.
Contact Deb Swaser, Career/College counselor, or Autumn Perry, Graduation Specialist, for assistance with the online notebook, now available on the district website. https://www.northmasonschools.org/o/nmsd/page/north-mason-scholarship-foundation
Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Clover Park High School
Game Date: Thursday, Feb 20th, 2025
Starts: 6:00pm
Location: North Mason High School
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/3276606?schoolId=WA23286
National School Counseling Week 2025 is Feb. 3-7, 2025, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems. The theme this year is: School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive.
Thank you to our amazing counselors (left to right, top to bottom): Deb Swaser, Juliet Tran, Allie Wojtanowicz, Victoria Edwards, Katelin Lacoste, Jane Adams, and Ashley Lyon. We appreciate all you do to help our students thrive!
🌲APPLY TODAY - Mason County Forest Festival - Royalty Court🌲 Please submit the online application and email the following to royalty@masoncountyforestfestival.com: resume, copy of school transcript, medical release form, essay, and questionnaire by Friday, February 7th, 2025.
Students accepted for participation in Coronation will be required to attend practice sessions Tuesday nights at 6:00 preceding coronation that focus on interview skills, etiquette, Mason County Forest Festival history and royalty court expectations. Participation in coronation does not guarantee a position on the 2025 Royalty Court. Five members of the approved participants will be selected for a scholarship and Royalty Court title.
Thank you, Deb Swaser, Career and Graduation counselor, for sharing this information.
❄️Due to road conditions in parts of our district and the prediction of more snow this afternoon, North Mason School District will be closed today.
Staffing Update: We would like to inform you that Alexia Hadfield, Principal of James A. Taylor and ALE/CTE Director, has accepted a position as CTE Director for Central Kitsap School District. Alexia has greatly contributed to the advancement of North Mason's CTE and ALE programs, positioning us well for continued success and growth in these areas. Students will benefit from these robust programs for many years to come.
We wish Lexi the best as she embarks on her new position at Central Kitsap. The District will evaluate next steps needed to support the continued growth of our programs.
Dana Rosenbach
Superintendent
💙Recognizing Empathy💙 First up in our series of staff being nominated by the building administration for the trait of 'Empathy' is Deb Swaser, Career & College Counselor for our high school students. Principal Alexia Hadfield nominated Deb, sharing, "Deb takes the time to ensure everyone she works with feels supported. She is genuine when asking about staff and their families and listens with an empathetic heart.”
Congratulations, Deb, on this recognition, and a big THANK YOU for all you do for our students as they prepare to go out and make their mark on the world!
CLASS OF 2025 & Parents of Seniors! GET COZY with Financial Aid during winter break.
Curl up with a hot cup of cocoa and work on your financial aid application, the FAFSA or WASFA. YOUR APPLICATION OPENS DECEMBER 1st.
Financial Aid application deadlines vary by college.
Need more facts? Scan the QR code for a video walkthrough of the application process in English or Spanish!
🔵 DO-IT: Advancing the success of people with disabilities in education, research, & careers 🔵
The DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) Center is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities through technology and education. It promotes awareness and accessibility—in both the classroom and the workplace—to maximize the potential of individuals with disabilities and make our communities more vibrant, diverse, and inclusive.
The DO-IT Center strives to:
➡️ increase the success of people with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers;
➡️ promote the application of universal design to physical spaces, information technology, instruction, and services;
➡️ freely distribute online content, publications, and videos for use in presentations, exhibits, and the classroom; and
➡️ provide resources for students with disabilities, K-12 educators, postsecondary faculty and administrators, librarians, employers, parents, and mentors.
➡️ promote the application of universal design to physical spaces, information technology, instruction, and services;
➡️ freely distribute online content, publications, and videos for use in presentations, exhibits, and the classroom; and
➡️ provide resources for students with disabilities, K-12 educators, postsecondary faculty and administrators, librarians, employers, parents, and mentors.
Visit the website to learn more about the program and rolling deadlines for scholarships: https://www.washington.edu/doit/
Thank you, Deb Swaser, for sharing this program information!
THANK YOU to Shumaker Chiropractic for collecting and organizing donations for teens experiencing homelessness in NMSD, in partnership with the North Mason Giving Tree. These generous donations connected over 80 of our high school students with hats, socks and toiletries. We are grateful for the generosity and partnerships in our North Mason Community that make such a difference to our students.
If you know a student in need of toiletries or other basic needs, please contact our Family Liaison, Laura Pugh, at LPugh@northmasonschools.org or 360-277-2241.
The theme for National School Psychology Week is, Spark Discovery,” recognizing the work that school psychologists do to help their communities seek out new ideas, effect change, and expand horizons for children and youth. One of our school psychologists, Chasity Johnson, shares what sparks her to do this important work. “I am driven by a passion for helping others, embracing teamwork, and honoring every person’s unique worth. I believe that joy is found in the little moments, and each day is a chance to make a positive impact.”
Thank you to all of our school psychologists, Chasity Johnson, Maria Gent, Annie Kuznik, and Anthony Wilborn, for supporting our students through your commitment to this important work.
Not pictured - Anthony Wilborn
Try-A-Trade Day
North Mason students from boat building, wood working, and other CTE courses joined in exploring career and apprenticeship opportunities from numerous trades at the "Try-A-Trade Day" yesterday. The interactive fair, sponsored, by Core Plus Maritime, gave students an incredible experience to meet with knowledgeable industry professionals in their field of interest.
Thank you, Autumn Perry and Deb Swaser for sharing these field trip photos!
(If you have questions about CTE pathways available to our students, please visit our counselors at tonight's "Beyond Bulldog Night." See poster attached for details.)
Beyond Bulldog Night!
Please join the NMHS Counseling team TODAY for informative sessions on graduation pathways and post-secondary planning!
Details on the sessions, with time and location, can be found on the attached poster. Still have questions? Email Deb Swaser, dswaser@northmasonschools.org, or Autumn Perry, aperry@northmasonschools.org
💙 Recognizing Respect 💙
Naree Crabb, Office Coordinator for JTHS, has been nominated by administration for always demonstrating respect. Principal Alexia Hadfield shares, "Naree always treats every individual with respect no matter the circumstances. She is a positive presence in our building."
Congratulations, Naree, on this recognition, and thank you for all you do for staff and students!
📅 SAVE THE DATE!! "Beyond the Bulldog - Career & College Information Night."
On October 24th our high school counselors are hosting an informative evening covering the following topics:
4:00 - 6:00 pm - Careers & Colleges (CTE Hallway)
4:15 pm - NCAA Eligibility (Career Center)
5:00pm/6:00pm/7:00 pm - Financial Aid Information (Career Center)
3:15 pm & 6:30 pm - Graduation Requirements & Pathways (Room 126)
Please see attached posters for details and contact information.
