Free lunches this summer for kids and teens

A free summer lunch program is available at Sunnycrest Elementary School (3411 99th Ave NE). The program runs June 19 to Aug. 3 (closed July 4 and 5). Food will be served Monday through Friday from 12 to 12:30 p.m. with seating available in the cafeteria.

Any child or teen 18-years-old and younger are welcome to a free lunch; adults can purchase a meal

for $3.75. Students must arrive during the service time to receive a free meal and must eat it on site.

The daily menu will include hot and cold entrees, a fresh fruit and veggie garden bar and low-fat or non-fat milk.

For more information, contact Mollie Langum, Food and Nutrition Supervisor at 425-335-1561.

The official Groundbreaking Ceremony for the modernized and

expanded Lake Stevens High School was held June 8. Phase one construction, which includes a new three-story classroom building, a student hub and an athletic building, began June 18.

The entire high school campus, with the exception of the stadium, is closed through mid-August. The high school

pool will remain closed to the public until fall 2019 because the pool’s public locker rooms and restrooms are being demolished and rebuilt. There will be no swimming lessons, lap swims, family swims, water aerobics or pool rentals during this time. High school aquatics classes will continue next school year since students are able to use existing student locker rooms inside the high school.

An Open House and Ribbon Cutting for the new Early Learning Center (ELC) and Stevens Creek Elementary School was held on June 19.

Following a brief program, guests took part in self-guided tours of both campuses and enjoyed refreshments.

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Ground broken for Lake Stevens High School, ribbon cut for Early Learning Center and Stevens Creek Elementary

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The ceremonial diggers at the high school groundbreaking were, from left: Dr. Amy Beth Cook, Superintendent; Ray Mitchell, community member; Tim Jewett, Dykeman Architecture; Paige Thibaut, student; Leslie Ivelia, Principal; David Iseminger, Board President; and Jason Thomas, Cornerstone General Contractors

On June 12, a total of 545 Lake Stevens High School students received diplomas at the Graduation Ceremony. This year’s graduates earned more than $1.7 million in scholarships and awards. Members of the Class of 2018 aspire to be aviation mechanics, bio mathematicians, teachers, composers, physicians, and engineers—just to name a few. Many will begin careers in the trades and several students will proudly serve our country in the Armed Forces.

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Top 11 Scholars ready to blaze a trail of successTop 11 Scholars back row, from left: Cameron Ford, Lillian Eason, Gracie Olsen, Josee Farmer, Jordyn Jackson and Cody LaCoursiere. Front row, from left: Sydney Reid, Hannah Dubyne, Savannah Pratt, Sydney Haynes and Camryn DuBois.

LAKE STEVENS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2018

Every year we recognize the Top 10 Scholars from the Lake Stevens High School graduating

class. This year, 11 students are being recognized for maintaining a 4.0 cumulative GPA for their entire high school career. That means these students have never received less than an “A” on a report card in grades 9-12. Congratulations!

Camryn DuBois will attend Montana State University where she will study biological engineering. She is the daughter of Mike and Robin DuBois. Camryn attended Glenwood Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She encourages others to get involved in high school and to take the opportunity to get to know people and to have fun!

Hannah Dubyne will attend Washington State University where she will study business. She is the daughter of Dan and Kelly Dubyne. Hannah attended Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School, North Lake Middle

School and Cavelero Mid High School. She believes that discipline is the key to success.

Lillian Eason will attend Seattle University where she will study cell and molecular biology on a pre-med track. She is the daughter of Tony and Christine Eason. Lillian attended Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She wants to thank Lake Stevens schools for the amazing opportunities, especially the exceptional teachers who have influenced her and others.

Josee Farmer will attend Pepperdine University where she will study business administration. She is the daughter of Schawn and Leslee Degenstein. Josee attended Sunnycrest Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She’s very thankful for the support she received from the Lake Stevens community—including her family, friends and Lake Stevens School District staff.

Cameron Ford will attend the University of Washington where he will study bioengineering. He is the son of Ron and Susan Ford. Cameron attended Highland Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. He believes that hard work and grit can achieve wonders.

Sydney Haynes will attend the University of Washington, Bothell where she may study education. She is the daughter of Michael and April Haynes. Sydney attended Sunnycrest Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She wishes to thank her family and her teachers and friends who have impacted her throughout the years.

Jordyn Jackson will attend the University of Washington where she will study chemical engineering. She is the daughter of Annette Jackson. Jordyn attended Cathcart Elementary School in the Snohomish School District, North Lake Middle

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Savannah Pratt is an 18-year-old Lake Stevens High School (LSHS) senior with many hobbies like

acting, singing and crafting. Pratt’s biggest hobby is serving the community she lives in. While she was growing up, Pratt’s grandmother was her biggest role model, and her memory serves as an inspiration for Pratt to do more for the community with kindness and compassion.

Pratt hasn’t stopped since—participating in many community programs like volunteering at the Lake Stevens Food Bank, the Lake Stevens Family Center, serving on mission trips, and being a member of the Lake Stevens Interact Rotary Club. In school Pratt is just as active, working with Link Crew, a team that helps Cavelero Mid High students prepare and transition into high school life, the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), where she serves as the Vice President of Community Service, and Big Viking Little Viking.

“I’m the coordinator of Big Viking Little Viking,” said Pratt. “We work with high-risk students in Lake Stevens elementary schools.”

This summer Pratt will take part in a mission trip to Panama with her church and will work with a medical team. Once Pratt returns to Washington, she will join the Pacific Lutheran University’s Class of 2022—with the goal of majoring in Elementary Education with a minor in Music and Hispanic Studies.

Pratt has earned a varsity letter in community service for three years in a row through the United Way of Snohomish County. With the FCCLA Star Event (Students Taking Action with Recognition) “Early Childhood Education”, an event where individuals are tasked with child development and early childhood education concepts, Pratt went to regionals, state and nationals, where she earned high marks at each event.

Teachers like Kathy Hahn, Scott Bernstein, and Heidi Forslund have further inspired Pratt to become an elementary school teacher to help the generations to come—one class at a time.

Passion for serving community sets Pratt apartBy Luke Kreiger, Communications Intern

Savannah Pratt, a Lake Stevens High School senior, has earned a varsity letter in community service for three years in a row from the United Way of Snohomish County for her work with Big Viking Little Viking; Link Crew; Family, Career and Community Leaders of America and throughout the community.

School and Cavelero Mid High School. She wants to thank Mr. White and Mrs. Aubol for teaching her to be a scientist. She also wants to thank Mrs. Marks for teaching her to be a person.

Cody LaCoursiere will attend Boise State University where he will study material science engineering. He is the son of Chad and Jennifer LaCoursiere. Cody attended Highland and Mt. Pilchuck Elementary Schools, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. He advises high school students to always do their homework, and he thanks everyone for their support.

Gracie Olsen will attend the University of Washington where she will study pre-dental. She is the daughter of

Darin Olsen. Gracie attended Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She would like to thank community leaders, teachers and her youth leaders for always guiding her in the right direction. She also thanks her family for putting up with her.

Savannah Pratt will attend Pacific Lutheran University where she will study elementary education. She is the daughter of Chris and Nicole Pratt. Savannah attended Sunnycrest Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She would like to thank Shelly Bernstein, Lori Sinning and Trisha Cooper for allowing her to intern in their classrooms to learn how to become a teacher. She also wants to recognize Heidi Forslund,

Nelson Garcia-Jones, Michael Hodgins, Kathy Hahn, Annemarie Gaudin and Scott Bernstein for being amazing and influential teachers and mentors. Savannah also wishes to thank her family, friends and community for their unwavering support.

Sydney Reid will attend the University of Portland where she will study sociology, criminology and political science. She is the daughter of Justin and Ginger Reid. Sydney attended Sunnycrest Elementary School, North Lake Middle School and Cavelero Mid High School. She would like to advise incoming high school students to get involved in school in whichever ways possible!

“Things might not always go the way we planned, and bad things might come your way in the future. But life isn’t about the bad

things that happen to you, it is about the person you become because of them.”

NICK PENA

“Graduation is about the future and all the things that lie ahead. College, careers, families, the new friendships and the new memories!

I have been so honored and lucky to grow up with all of you and I’m excitedthat today is just the beginning. So all I want to leave you with today is good

luck. Good luck at college, work, or whatever you choose to pursue.”

SAMANTHA COTE

The celebratory ribbon cutters were (from left) Matt Pewitt, Principal, Stevens Creek Elementary School; Ozzie Bates, student, Stevens Creek; Dr. Amy Beth Cook, Superintendent; David Iseminger, Board President; Roger Hickle, Owner, Roger Hickle Contracting; Missy Holland, NAC Architecture; Emma Bissel and Jordan Mago, students, ELC; and Matt Wyant, Associate Principal, ELC

In accordance with RCW49.60, the Lake Stevens School District does not discriminate in employment and schools. The Lake Stevens School District provides Equal Educational and Employment Opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, handicap/disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, use of a trained dog to guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and designated youth groups. The district complies with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations to include, but not limited to, Title IX, Title VI of the Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, RCW 49.60 “The Law Against Discrimination,” and RCW 28A.640 “Sex Equity,” and covers, but is not limited to, all district programs, courses, activities, including extracurricular activities, services, access to facilities, etc. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures should be directed to Lake Stevens School District, 12309 22nd St. NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258, Attention: Title IX Officer, Ken Collins, or ADA Compliance Officer and Section 504 Compliance Officer, Miriam Tencate, 425-335-1500.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSDavid Iseminger, President • John Boerger, Vice President Paul Lund, Legislative Representative • Mari Taylor • Kevin Plemel

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SUPERINTENDENTAmy Beth Cook, Ed.D.

LAKE STEVENS SCHOOL DISTRICT12309 22nd St NE Lake Stevens, WA 98258www.lkstevens.wednet.edu

EDITORJayme Taylor

Congratulations to the Class of 2018! On June 12 we presented 545 Lake Stevens High School

seniors with diplomas. HomeLink, our district’s home school cooperative, had six seniors who were honored at a schoolwide celebration on June 11.

Overall, this year’s graduates earned more than $1.7 million in scholarships. Students in the Class of 2018 aspire to be aviation mechanics, bio mathematicians, teachers, composers, physicians, and chemical, electrical and computer engineers. Many students are entering the trades and several will proudly serve our country in the Armed Forces. Some are attending local schools like the University of Washington and Everett Community College, while others are venturing farther from home to Texas Technical University and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.

Graduation is an exciting time! This celebration allows us to share in the pride that hundreds of our students are moving into the next stage of their lives. This is a significant time for our graduates and their families, and I appreciate the hard work and dedication exhibited throughout their school careers. Thank you to the families, district staff members and our community for supporting our students on their path to success.

The end of the school year is also an important time to recognize the significant contributions of our staff. We are fortunate to have experienced

and capable employees. Each year, we recognize staff members who are retiring and those who have contributed 25 years and 40 years of service. This year, 15 retirees were honored, 15 employees reached 25 years of service and three employees reached 40 years of service. Their expertise and professionalism are very much appreciated.

I was honored to participate in the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the modernized and expanded Lake Stevens High School on June 8. On June 19 we held the Open House and Ribbon Cutting for the Early Learning Center and Stevens Creek Elementary School. These special events gave us another opportunity to thank our community for their support of our students and our schools. Thank you!

We will once again survey our families and community members with an annual survey. If you haven’t already received an email to participate, please watch for one shortly. You can also complete the survey through our district website. Your feedback is shared with all administrators at all schools and helps direct our path for teaching and learning, parent engagement and technology, while highlighting areas where we can improve.

I hope you have an enjoyable summer! We look forward to seeing you at welcome back events this fall, and for our first day of school on Wednesday, Sept. 5.

Warm regards,

Amy Beth Cook, Ed. D. Superintendent

Message fromYour Superintendent

• Susan Ayotte, teacher, LSHS

• John Bennett, custodian, Mt. Pilchuck

• Peggy Cook, teacher, Highland

• Daniel Curry, Maintenance

• Brenda Dykgraaf, teacher, Mt. Pilchuck

• Deborah Eagle Bear, driver, Transportation

• John Flick, psychologist, Hillcrest

• Sharon Froberg, paraeducator, Hillcrest

• Mavis Manton, driver, Transportation

• Denis McFadden, speech language pathologist

• Kay Olson, office professional, LSHS

• Jeff Page, teacher, LSHS

• Brenda Ricci, Nutrition Services

• M. Debbie Settle, driver, Transportation

• Loretta Traulsen, paraeducator, Early Learning Center

• Kathy Day, Transportation

• Joni Fields, Glenwood • Marilee Fronsman,

Hillcrest• Elizabeth Gjersee,

Highland• Elizabeth Granillo,

LSHS• Joan Human, LSHS• Joy Johns, Nutrition

Services

• Nelson Garcia-Jones, LSHS

• Todd Martina, LSHS• Cliff McKinlay,

Cavelero • Sue Seling, Sunnycrest• Denise Tapia, Hillcrest• Rick Tanner,

Maintenance• Chris Thompson,

LSHS• Bob Woll, Glenwood

• Sherrie Davis, Highland

• Jeff Page, LSHS

• Mary Olson, Transportation

Employees honored for service and dedication

Four retirees attended the May 23 celebration, clockwise: Susan Ayotte (right) with Principal Leslie Ivelia (left); Brenda Dykgraaf (right) with Assistant Superin-tendent Ken Collins (left); Mavis Manton (right) with Transportation Supervisor Delana Reeves (left); and Jeff Page (left) with Principal Leslie Ivelia (right)

Last month, several employees were celebrated for their tireless service to the students, staff and

community of Lake Stevens School District. These include:

RetireesThis year’s retirees were honored by the board of directors on May 23. These employees have contributed more than 331 years of service to Lake Stevens School District and have positively impacted the lives of countless students. Each retiree received a special marble apple and was introduced by his or her supervisor. Following the awards presentation, guests were treated to a reception and refreshments.

25 & 40 Years of ServiceOn May 15, several employees were recognized and thanked for their years of service to Lake Stevens schools. Congratulations to:

40 Years

25 Years

If you’ve visited Cavelero Mid High School recently you may have wondered what is wrong with the

exterior paint, which is peeling off in large sections. This has been an ongoing problem that began about two years after the building was constructed in 2007. It has been determined that the wrong paint was used by a subcontractor on the exterior of the building. That subcontractor has since gone out of business and Lake

Stevens School District has no recourse to have the problem fixed. A specialist was hired to test several paint options to determine what will look

the best and be the most robust for the long term. A solution has been selected, and the Board of Directors approved the project at its May 9 meeting. Work will take place this summer to remove the old exterior paint and to repaint Cavelero’s exterior.

Cavelero Mid High to be repainted this summer

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The ELC welcomed students in January 2018. Stevens Creek will welcome its first students this September.