Brower gives November update

As we enter November, I’d like to extend my deepest gratitude to each of you for your continued support and dedication to promoting student attendance and academic achievement. It is inspiring to see how every school in our district is taking meaningful steps to encourage and recognize students for their dedication to great attendance and academic efforts. 

Thank you to all who attended last week’s school conferences; your presence, insights, and collaboration with staff play a crucial role in helping our students achieve the best possible academic outcomes.

In other exciting news, we recently received a remarkable $2.3 million trust fund to support tutoring in every building. This allows us to expand personalized academic assistance, ensuring each student has the resources needed for success. If your student would benefit from additional tutoring, please reach out to school staff to learn more about the available support.

I am also thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a $1.2 million Community Outdoor Athletic Facilities Grant from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office. This grant will help us expand athletic and recreational opportunities for students, families, and the entire Eatonville community. We will share more details as the project takes shape.

As I have said before, my primary motivation in applying to Eatonville School District was hearing about the unwavering support that parents, staff, and community members provide to our students. My experience here has fully confirmed this. When I visit schools, I witness firsthand our dedicated staff focusing on student achievement, parents who volunteer to enrich learning, and community members who are continually seeking ways to uplift both students and staff. Our athletic events are filled with fans who support our students wholeheartedly, win or lose, and at community gatherings, I am met by individuals and groups eager to contribute to the education of our students. I am truly grateful to each of you for making such a positive impact on our students’ lives. It is an honor to serve alongside you.

As Thanksgiving approaches, I want to wish each of you a season filled with joy and gratitude. Please join us as we continue focusing on attendance and academic success this school year. Our collective vision bears repeating: Together with our families and community, Eatonville schools will empower students to achieve excellence in education and future successes.

We are Eatonville Strong!

Warmly,

Jay Brower