Sunrise, Southwood Elementary Schools Named 2013-2014 Reward School

The state designation is given to Title 1 schools who have made significant achievements on standardized test scores.

EHS Senior Class Announces Donkey Basketball Event in March

Proceeds from the fundraiser will help pay for various expenses associated with senior class activities, including graduation.

Rotary Names February Students of the Month

Conner Wells of Enumclaw High School and Dylan Fagan of White River High School were recognized for their achievements.

EHS Students Take Second Place in 'Hunt 4 Health' Video Contest

The school will receive $5,000 for health and nutrition programs from LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and Treeswing.

Sunrise, Southwood Named State 'Reward Schools'

Reward schools are classified either as 'highest-performing schools' or 'high-progress schools.'

51 Homeless Students Reported in Enumclaw School District in 2011-12

Figures available from the state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction show bulk of students are in living situations where they are doubled up with friends or family.

School Leaders Celebrate Top 10 Achievements in 2012 at State of Education Address

From the first STEM Expo to Rachel's Challenge, multiple achievements in athletics, the arts and academics to the launch of the Enumclaw School District's Facebook page, Superintendent Mike Nelson covered all the highlights Thursday.

EHS Seniors Raised More than $900 From Sandy Hook Benefit Concert

All proceeds will be sent to Newtown, CT through the United Way.

EHS Cheer Team Headed to State

Enumclaw High School Athletic Director Kevin Smith shares the competition takes place this Saturday, Jan. 26 in Seattle. Here's how you can go.

Rotary Names January Students of the Month

Carly Hinman, Chris Fisher and Emily Patterson were recognized for their achievements at the Jan. 17 meeting of the Enumclaw Rotary Club.

Enumclaw High School Honors Sandy Hook Elementary Victims

The number 26 figured prominently in Wednesday's assembly: 26 days after the Newtown, CT, shootings, 26 victims were remembered in a 26-minute school assembly.

Nonprofit Helps Students File Financial Aid Applications For Higher Education

College Goal Sunday Washington is a free, on-site program that helps students and families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There will be two events in Auburn.

Green River Campuses Tobacco-Free in 2013

Green River is the fourth Washington state community college to ban tobacco use and the second in less than four months.

Enumclaw Community Invited to Event Wednesday to Reach out To Newtown, CT

Enumclaw High School will be a gathering place Wednesday afternoon for anyone who wishes to write a note or letter of support to the community of Newtown, CT.

Enumclaw Dad Runs Marathon, Raises $1,855 for School District Special Needs Program

Chris DePoppe presented a check to the Enumclaw School Board on Monday night following his completion of the Seattle Marathon in November in which he clocked in at 3:44.

White River School Leaders Share Concerns, Priorities in Ensuring Student Safety

Superintendent Janel Keating shared with Patch this communication that was sent to staff Friday following the CT school shooting.

CT Shooting Bolsters Resolve to Keep Enumclaw School District Students Safe

Communities across the nation mourn the tragedy that occurred in Newtown, CT, last week and reflect on how to keep schools safe.

State Schools Superintendent Dorn: No Change in Marijuana Policies Following I-502 Approval

Marijuana continues to be illegal on public school property and to anyone younger than 21 years old.

Rotary Names December Students of the Month

John Corley of Enumclaw High School and Ryan Bird of White River High School were honored this month by the Enumclaw Rotary Club.

Powerful Youth-Led Social Change Event Coming in March to Seattle

Enumclaw Schools Superintendent Mike Nelson said local students would be encouraged to participate in We Day, an empowerment event supported by Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and Microsoft, with featured speaker Mikhail Gorbachev.

Kibler Kids Raise $1,500 for Cops for Kids Toy Program

Kris Hughes' and Kim Patrick's classes at Kibler Elementary raised the money through a raffle, craft and bake sale and headed to Target Thursday to purchase gifts for Enumclaw Police's Cops for Kids Program.

Updated: White River High School, Black Diamond Elementary Among 2012 State Schools of Distinction

Ninety-seven Washington State schools were recognized last week for outstanding improvement in student achievement over the course of five years.

Craft Bazaar at Black Diamond Elementary Saturday to Support Technology Enhancements

The Black Diamond Elementary PTA is holding its fifth annual bazaar on Saturday where proceeds help to pay for new technology in the classrooms.

1998 EHS Varsity Girls Basketball Team are the 2012-13 Hall of Fame Inductees

The 2012-2013 Hall of Fame game takes place Friday, Jan. 18, 2013 at home in Enumclaw during the boys basketball game against visiting Auburn Mountainview.

Notes from the School District: Community Donations, Rivalry on National Stage and the Next Step from Rachel's Challenge

Here are highlights from Monday night's meeting of the Enumclaw School Board.

Enumclaw vs. White River Rivalry in USA Today High School Sports Contest

The cash reward for the single grand prize winning rivalry in the nation is $10,000 to be split evenly between both schools for their athletic departments.

Rotary Names November Students of the Month

The Enumclaw Rotary Club recognized Jessica Snoen, Johnna Coughlin and Genea Smokey as Students of The Month at their November 15, 2012 meeting.

Enumclaw's Katie Larrea Signs Letter of Intent for California State University in Long Beach

The EHS senior, who in her junior year earned First Team All League, First Team All State, and Fourth Team All-American honors in water polo, will be playing water polo at Long Beach.

Community Members 'Get on the Bus' to Tour Enumclaw Schools

The second annual tour of the district planned as a part of National Focus on Education week took place this past Tuesday, Nov. 13.

Free Thanksgiving Dinner Sunday at Black Diamond Elementary

The Black Diamond Elementary Parent Teacher Association is hosting its 4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 18, and all are invited!

Fifth Graders Help 75 New Tree Saplings Get Cozy at Sunrise Elementary

The new trees are part of an outdoor education center envisioned for the elementary school campus, as well as a way for this year's fifth graders to complete a legacy project before they graduate.

Enumclaw Students Favor Obama, McKenna in Statewide Mock Election

The Washington State student mock election is held every year the week before national Election Day.

Enumclaw, White River Drama Students Team Up for Almost, Maine

The schools last worked together on a production three years ago.

Whoville Christmas Festivities Feature Battle of the School Bands

The first prize winner takes home $700.

Email to the Editor: I-1240 Takes Oversight, Funds Away from Local Public Schools

Nancy Merrill writes that it is her opinion outside of her role on the Enumclaw School Board, that this election's initiative on charter schools is not the right answer and urges a 'no' vote.

Changes Usher in Success with White River Test Scores

More emphasis in math and science, combined with new programs to support both teachers and students in the education process, are now beginning to yield noteworthy results across the district.

School Board Roundup: Focus on Education Tour, Elections, and Latest Donations to the School District

Here is a summary of the Oct. 15 meeting of the Enumclaw School Board.

Sunset Festival of Bands Returns to Sumner Next Saturday, Oct. 27

Seven Western Washington schools have already committed to the competition: Auburn Mountainview, Bonney Lake, Chimacum, Enumclaw, North Thurston, Shelton, and the host band, Sumner.

Rotary Names October Students of the Month

Lindsay Ross, Ryan Roulier and Allisha Erb were recognized for their achievements by the Enumclaw Rotary Club.

ShakeOut Earthquake Drill Oct. 18 Reinforces Preparedness

Do you remember what 'drop, cover, and hold on' means in an earthquake?