SVSD School Board Votes To Proceed With 2013 Snoqualmie Middle School Annexation AND To Run New Replacement Middle School Bond

It was a night of debate and votes at last night's SVSD School Board Meeting.  The regular meeting was preceded by a special Public Comment Session on the proposed Snoqualmie Middle School annexation to MSHS as … [Read more...]

Last Public Comment Session On Snoqulamie Middle School Annexation/9th Grade Campus Tonight, March 8th

If you have something on your mind regarding the potential annexation of Snoqualmie Middle School to MSHS as a Freshman Campus and would like to share it in person with the SVSD School Board, then tonight is … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley Kindergarten Registration – Tomorrow, March 6th

It's hard to believe it's been 5 years since I registered my youngest child for kindergarten.  I remember it like it was yesterday.  So all you incoming kindergarten moms and dads, I feel the multitude of … [Read more...]

Special SVSD School Board Meeting Tonight – Let's Play "Decipher The Agenda!"

Don't let the title fool you.  I am not picking on our school district.  I am just having a little fun with subject matter that, let's face it, many consider a little dry. On tap tonight at the SVSD District … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley, Is A 9th Grade Campus The Only Solution Or Possibly Part Of A Broader Solution?

I've been thinking a lot lately about education in the valley.  I've progressed to a point of regularly attending school board meetings; something I never thought I'd do amidst the chaos of raising 4 kids.  … [Read more...]

State Cheer Competition Illness Outbreak Affects Nearly 200 Statewide

Update to Tuesday's Story.  From the Washington State Department of Health:  "Preliminary survey results show at least 192 reported illnesses around Washington during or after the state high school … [Read more...]

Proposed Changes to Snoqualmie Valley's Kindergarten Education Model Creates A Buzz

Oh, kindergarten, I remember it well with each of my four kids.  As a parent it's a big life step - for both child and parent.  It's the first step into the educational system that takes a child through high … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Sunday Morning Giggles: "I've Been Pranked"

There's nothing like a windy night to hide the noise of some busy high school pranksters.  Yes, Mount Si students were at it again last night, only this time the target was my house. I will admit, it was a … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Monday Morning Giggles: Mount Si High School Senior Prank

**  11:45AM:  Front doors to MSHS are all clear now.  Many students "enjoyed" the snow removal task assigned by Principal Belcher. ** Monday mornings are hard.  I am always tired as we start a new school … [Read more...]

SVSD School Board Meeting Recap: Budget Cuts, SMS Decision, New Kindergarten Model

It was a long SVSD School Board meeting Thursday night, stretching until 11PM.  Many local residents attended as there were important topics on the table. Budget Cuts:  District administration told the board … [Read more...]

Thursday's School Board Meeting Features Budget, Snoqualmie Middle School Annexation And New Kindergarten Model Discussion

There's some interesting topics on the table for Thursday's SVSD school board meeting. It might be hard to see in the agenda, but the Snoqualmie Middle School Annexation topic is there.  It's part of the … [Read more...]

Snoqulamie Valley Schools Open On Time, January 23rd; Bus Route Changes For Some Areas

After being closed for a week due to stow and ice storms and then power outages, ALL SVSD schools are open and on time today, Monday, January 23rd.  Because of road conditions, some areas do have bus routes … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley School District Closed For A Third Snow Day – Thursday, January 19th

Fresh off the heals of two consecutive snow days,  SVSD officials just announced , "Due to inclement weather and road conditions all Snoqualmie Valley School District schools will be closed again on Thursday, … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley School Board To Decide Fate Of Snoqualmie Middle School By Mid March

At Thursday night's school board meeting, two new Snoqualmie Valley School Board Members, Carolyn Simpson and Geoff Doy, took the Oath of Office.  Five minutes later, it was business as usual.  The fate of … [Read more...]

Deciding to Try Living In Snoqualmie – 10 Years In The Making

Let's face it.  Ten years ago when I convinced my husband to move to Snoqualmie, we weren't buying a house for nearby amenities.  At the time, the closest grocery store (3-4 miles away) was the little … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley YMCA Ready To Say Happy New Year By Opening Its Doors On Schedule

There's an expectation with big construction projects - delays; usually weather-related.  Fall in the valley traditionally means rain, wind, snow and then really windy.  This year, though, mother nature spared … [Read more...]

Cascade View Kindergarten Teacher, Mrs. Kinghorn, Honored as Teacher Of The Month

Snoqualmie Valley Macaroni Kid just announced its November Teacher of the Month, awarding Snoqualmie's Cascade View kindergarten teacher, Kalla Kinghorn, the honor.  Mrs. Kinghorn was nominated by a former … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley Wildcat Junior Football Program Sends Three Teams To Greater Eastside Championships!

This is a big year for the Sno-Valley Wildcat Junior Football program - one worthy of some bragging rights.  For the first time in its history, Wildcat Junior is sending three of its ten football teams to the … [Read more...]

Updated Snoqualmie Valley School Board and Si View MPD November 8th Election Results

Updated November 10th, 2011, at 4:45PM King County Elections counted and added more ballots to the November 8th election results.  As of today, November 10th: Director District #2:  Geoff Doy now leading … [Read more...]

The Road Back – Sometimes You Just Never Know What's Coming Next

The sun is shining, birds are singing.  A promising new school year starts.  Life feels fresh, full of possibilities.  Then the road takes a turn and you are forced to confront something that's been in front of … [Read more...]