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Week at a Glance 5/8/26

Posted Date: 05/08/26 (04:00 PM)
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Week at a Glance

Columbia Elementary School

May 8, 2026
Six children proudly hold up their 'Certificates of Achievement' in front of a wall with 'welcome' in multiple languages.

Congratulations to our 2026 Poetry-By-Heart Winners!

We had 77 students who memorized and recited poems for this year's Poetry-By-Heart Contest. This was the largest group we have ever had participate! Everyone did an amazing job and should be very proud. Below are this year's winners:

Kindergarten: Julie L. 
1st Grade: Avianna M. 
2nd Grade: Theo S. 
3rd Grade: Esther K. 
4th Grade: Eliza H. 
5th Grade: Samantha Y. 

 

Students Leaving Columbia?

If you are not returning to Columbia for the 2026-2027 school year, please notify our office as soon as possible at 425-366-2612 or send an email to Ana Sierra at columbia@mukilteo.wednet.edu This allows us to make room for new students moving into our school and records can be sent to the new school. You can also use this form to let us know.
 

For Your Calendars:

M, W Choir
T, Th Band
T, Th Orchestra
T, Th Girls on the Run
W 4th/5th Gr. Science Club

12th SBA Testing Begins
15th PreK Field Trip
15th Kindergarten Orientation
15th Donuts with Grown-ups
20th 1st Gr. Field Trip
20th 2nd Gr. Field Trip

Click Here for Columbia Website
 
Motivational text on a black background: 'ROCK THE TEST DON'T STRESS! just do your best'.

SBA Testing in May and June:

Our 3rd-5th graders will be taking their Washington State Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) test in May and June. Please avoid scheduling appointments for these dates. Ensure your child arrives at school on time. Try to have your child get a good night’s rest and have them eat a healthy breakfast. Breakfast is available at school 8:30-8:55 every day.

3rd Grade:
  • 5/13 and 5/14 ELA CAT and PT
  • 6/1 and 6/2 Math CT and PT
4th grade:
  • 5/18 and 5/19 ELA CAT and PT
  • 6/3 and 6/4 Math CT and PT
5th Grade:
  • 5/12 WCAS
  • 5/20 and 5/21 ELA CAT and PT
  • 5/27 and 5/28 Math CT and PT

 

PTA Events and Opportunities:

Detailed information on the following events and volunteer opportunities can be found on our PTA website by clicking here.

Upcoming PTA dates:
We want to have enough for everyone, so please RSVP to let us know how many in your family are coming. 
May 21: PTA General Meeting 
May 29: Beach Day
To help us know how much food to prepare, please RSVP.

We need your help! Volunteers are needed for:
Click Here For Our PTA Calendar
Online Volunteer Application
 

Kinder Orientation

Kindergarten Orientation will be held on Friday, May 15th! This event is for families of incoming 2026-27 Kindergarteners to learn about what it means to be a member of the Columbia Elementary Family, and what is needed for a successful Kindergarten year! The event takes place from 3-4pm in the Columbia Elementary Gym. Please enter through the doorway on the far left of the school grounds. You will be greeted by Principal Denton and provided with a passport to take you through the information tables that are available! Your child is welcome to come to the teacher-led tables where there will be two different activities for them to complete. Please visit all stations before you leave! There will be one final table for small group tours around the school before you leave, and you are welcome to visit the ‘Donuts with Grownups’ event near the playground, which begins at 4:00!
This event is an ‘Open House’ style, meaning you do not need to arrive promptly at 3:00, and you do not need to stay until 4:00. If you plan to attend, please complete this brief form- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemqvvwVBVjWae3zgO_mjoFDzUi3imT01HzzzdJOlZnZ8OaVQ/viewform?usp=dialog We hope to see you there! 😊
 

Kindergarten and ECEAP Registration:

Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open!
**If your student is already enrolled in a preschool program in the Mukilteo School District, you DO NOT need to register, your student will automatically move up.**
If you or someone you know has a child who will be five years old by Aug. 31, it’s time to register for kindergarten. Families can register online 24 hrs a day or in person at their neighborhood school between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Learn more and register on the kindergarten registration website: https://www.mukilteoschools.org/kindergarten

ECEAP
Will your child be ready for Kindergarten? Mukilteo ECEAP Preschool can help! We are now accepting applications for the upcoming school year. Morning and afternoon classes are held Mon - Thur. Children must be 3 or 4 by August 31st. Free (income eligible) slots are available. We are located at 3616 South Road #C4, Mukilteo, WA 98275. Please call 425-356-1312 for more information or email mukilteoECEAP@mukilteo.wednet.edu.
 

Contact info:

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us at (425) 366-2600.

Pre-Arranged Absence Form
 
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Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. 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.