Friday Forum

Posted Date: 05/22/26 (04:00 PM)

Fairmount Friday Forum- 5/23

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Please Welcome, Shannon Koehnen Fairmount's New Principal!

Shannon Koehnen is the new principal of Fairmount Elementary, bringing over 30 years of experience as an educator and school leader. She has served as a building principal for nearly 20 of those years, including eight years leading Discovery Elementary in the Mukilteo School District, eight years as principal of Garfield Elementary, a successful turnaround school, in Everett Public Schools, and three years as principal of North City Elementary in the Shoreline School District. She also served as an assistant principal in two different middle schools.

Across her career, Shannon has led diverse, Title I school communities with a strong focus on multilingual learner support, inclusive special education practices, and Science of Reading implementation. She holds advanced credentials from Pacific Lutheran University, Lesley College, the University of Washington, and the Harvard Graduate School of Education Principals Academy. Shannon is a collaborative, student-centered leader committed to building equitable, welcoming school communities, and is excited to bring that commitment to the Fairmount family. Welcome Shannon!

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Important Reminder

Please note that our arrival and dismissal language has been updated to align with School District-wide policies.

ARRIVAL

We tell students that it is COOL to be ON TIME for SCHOOL. On time means they are in their classroom by 9:00 AM. When students arrive at 9:00 AM the bell has rung, and they are considered tardy/late. Please help your student be on time and ready to learn each day.

DISMISSAL

All dismissal changes must go through the office. To make sure we have time to communicate the dismissal changes we ask families to call the office at least one hour prior to dismissal - this means no later than 2:25 PM Monday - Thursday and 1:10 PM on Friday.

Early pickup, including appointments:

If your child has an appointment or needs to be picked up early from school, please remember to bring your photo ID with you to our office. This is an extra measure to ensure safety at school. We still adhere to the above policy of calling no later than 2:25 PM Monday - Thursday and 1:10 PM on Friday.

Going home a different way:

If your child’s transportation plans will be different for the day, please call our school office at least one hour prior to dismissal. This means no later than 2:25 PM Monday - Thursday and 1:10 PM on Friday. The end of the day is very busy, and this allows us to make sure that we have time to connect with teachers and students, so they are aware of changes.

Your cooperation keeps arrival and dismissal safe, smooth, and efficient for all of our elementary students. Thank you for your partnership!

Bente Klatt

Fairmount Elementary, Principal

Achieving Our Highest Potential in a Safe, Caring, Inclusive Learning Community!

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Will you be moving?

Classroom placement is thoughtfully considered in order to create balanced classrooms.

If your family is moving, please call the main office at 425-366-2900 or email Kim Roberts at robertsks@mukilteo.wednet.edu.

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Smarter Balance Testing!

This Spring, students in grades 3rd, 4th and 5th will take the Smarter Balanced tests in Math and English Language Arts. Students in grade 5 will also take the Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science (WCAS). The results from these tests will give a more accurate picture of whether students are on track to be ready for college or career. Students will take the SBA and WCAS tests online.

Fairmount is scheduled to test:

3rd: SBA-Math: June 2-June 3
4th: SBA-Math: June 2-June 3
5th: SBA-ELA: May 26 – May 27 and SBA-Math: June 2 - June 3
Mr. Peterson: SBA -Math: June 1- June 2
Ms. Drake: SBA-Math: June 1- June 2

To help your child be successful, please make sure they do the following:

Go to bed early and get plenty of rest each night.
Eat a nutritious breakfast each morning.
Be at school on time, every day, ready to show what you know.
Do their best but don’t worry or be overly anxious about the test.
Please schedule any appointments after testing. To avoid interruptions in the class while students are testing.

Please contact Mrs. Williams, Dean of Students, with questions you may have regarding SBA testing.

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Kindergarten Registration is Now Open!

Families can register online or visit their neighborhood Elementary School between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on school days to pick up a registration packet. Families who register at their neighborhood school in March and April will receive a free backpack and school supplies!

Dual Language Program

If you are interested in the Dual Language Kindergarten at Horizon Elementary School, please see the dual language website for more information and the application link.

Kinder Webinar link for more information: Mukilteo School District - Kindergarten Information

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Will your child be ready for Kindergarten? Mukilteo ECEAP Preschool can help!

ECEAP is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year. We offer FREE, (income eligible), morning and afternoon classes Monday through Thursday.

Please note: your child must be 3 or 4 by August 31st.

The school is located at 3616 South Road #C4, Mukilteo, WA 98275. Please call 425-356-1312 for more information or email mukilteoECEAP@mukilteo.wednet.edu.

South County Fire Department Visit!

2nd Grade had a special visit from the Snohomish County Fire Department! Students learned important fire safety tips, explored firefighter equipment, and had a great time asking questions and learning how firefighters help keep our community safe.

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Fairmount PTSA’s mission is to provide an exciting, engaging, safe, and educational environment for all students by partnering with the staff and families in the Fairmount community.

Fairmount PTSA Upcoming Events - June:

PTSA Meeting-Monday, June 8 at 4:15PM. (Fairmount Library)

Monthly Dine Out- Wednesday, June 10 (All day Red Robin) Everett Mall Way Location

Connect with our PTSA-Facebook:

Https://www.facebook.com/fairmountflyers/

Email: FairmountPTSA15@gmail.com

Our Lost & Found is overflowing with jackets, hoodies, and other items waiting to be claimed! If your student is missing a jacket or hoodie, please have them check the Lost & Found located in the hallway.

Please note: Items left will be donated by June 17th.

To help items find their way home more easily, please label your child’s belongings with their name.

No School Memorial Day -Monday, May 25, 2026

Fifth Grade Celebration - Monday, June 15th -5:30PM. In the Fairmount Gym

Invitation to a "Fifth Grade Celebration" on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Fairmount Gym, 5:30 PM.

Last Day of School- Wednseday, June 17

Monday, May 25 - No School-- Memorial Day

Monday, June 8- PTSA Meeting- Fairmount Library

Wednesday, June 10 - Monthly Dine Out (All day Red Robin) Everett Mall Way Location

Monday, June 15 - Fifth Grade Celebration- 5:30PM, Fairmount Gym

Wednesday, June 17- Last Day of School - Early Dismissal 12:55PM

Friday Learning Improvement Days-

Early Dismissal at 2:10 PM

May- 29
June- 5
June- 12

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.