Topic: Schools
Letter from Dr. Danna Diaz
Written on February 23, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Teachers, Parents and Community Members: This letter is to provide meaning as to why am I looking to leave the San Juan Island School District. I have reached a time in my life that I feel the need for a change both personally and professionally. I am looking for a new challenge in Continue Reading
Kaila on Color Commentary
Written on February 22, 2018 at 7:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Former “Wolverines Voice” Mike Martin shares this FHHS Sports update with you… The Friday Harbor Wolverines take on the Oroville Hornets in Wenatchee Friday Night at 7:00 pm for a trip to the state tournament in Spokane. The game will be broadcast live on 1650 AM in Friday Harbor and on fhtinyradio.com. Oly Archibald and Continue Reading
13th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee
Written on February 21, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Rotary Club of San Juan Island will hold its 13th annual Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 1st at 3:30 PM at the San Juan Community Theater. Doors open at 3:00 PM. This year’s spellers include students from Friday Harbor Elementary School, Friday Harbor Middle School, and Paideia Classical School. All island schools were invited Continue Reading
Community Service Projects Wanted
Written on January 29, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Request for Friday Harbor High School Community Service Projects The second semester FHHS Community Service-Learning Class begins January 29th. This class utilizes committed adult mentors who will guide students through the completion of a service project related to community improvement – both locally and globally. This is a great opportunity for a “win-win” partnership between students and Continue Reading
Not Just Desserts Auction
Written on January 29, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just in time for the Big Game. It’s auction time! No, not *that* auction. It’s time for our NOT Just Desserts auction! Where: Brickworks When: Saturday, February 3rd from 3:00 to 5:30 pm Please join us for your chance to walk home with appetizers, dinners and deserts that you can enjoy anytime or just in Continue Reading
Skagit Valley College Announces Academic Honor Roll
Written on January 27, 2018 at 11:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
In support of student success, Skagit Valley College is pleased to announce that the following students were placed on the Academic Honor Roll for Fall Quarter, 2017. To qualify, students must maintain a 3.75 or higher grade point average while carrying 12 or more credits. “We are very proud of the achievements of our Skagit Continue Reading
Knowledge Bowl 2018
Written on January 23, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s that time of year again! The 24th annual Knowledge Bowl will take place on Monday, February 5th at the San Juan Community Theatre. Sponsored by the San Juan Public Schools Foundation, this family fun event begins at 6:30 PM with the Friday Harbor High School Jazz Band. Teams made up of middle and high Continue Reading
Noises Off
Written on January 16, 2018 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor High School Drama Group is up for the comedic challenge of what is considered one of the funniest farces ever written. Michael Frayn’s Noises Off is presented at San Juan Community Theatre THIS Thursday through Sunday, January 18-21. The play about putting on a play–that has become a staple of both professional and Continue Reading
Yi Renâ Qigong Class at SVC
Written on January 12, 2018 at 11:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders looking for an alternative approach to stress reduction and life-long vibrant health will be pleased to hear about the new class at Skagit Valley College (SVC) this Winter 2018 quarter. Randy Martin, SVC Director, is excited to bring in visiting qigong instructor, Jan Weedman, certified by the Institute of Qigong and Integrative Medicine (IQ&IM) Continue Reading
Special School Board Meeting
Written on January 10, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday January 10, 2018, the San Juan Island School District Board of Directors will hold a Special School Board Meeting at 5:00 pm in the District Office. This is an open public meeting. All public comment, with the exception of public hearings on policy, budget or other specific items, will be heard during the Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Diaz
Written on January 6, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor: By proclamation of the governor, January is School Board Recognition Month. It’s a great time to recognize our elected community members who selflessly give their time and energy in support of high-quality public schooling for our youth. School board members in San Juan Island School District are entrusted by this community with responsibility Continue Reading
Two More SJISD Teachers Earn National Board Certifications
Written on December 28, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island School District would like to recognize the recent success of two of our high achieving teachers, Friday Harbor Elementary School Teacher Diane Heller and Friday Harbor High School Teacher Kevin Cullen. After the completion of a rigorous course of study, Ms. Heller and Mr. Cullen have each been awarded National Board Certification. Continue Reading
School Board & Superintendent Communique
Written on December 27, 2017 at 9:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
November and December, 2017 – This is the first of a regular installment of San Juan Island School District School Board school board meeting recaps. Highlights of the November 29, 2017 School District Board of Directors regular meeting: The district celebrated Brent Snow’s eight years of service to our schools. Former School Board Director Boyd Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on December 8, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Staff, Parents and Community Members: As 2017 comes to a close, I am excited to share some of the amazing things happening in our district. The implementation of the Balanced Literacy program at the elementary school is in full swing, the Turnbull Gym locker room remodel is complete and we have started our Continue Reading
Bouncing Back
Written on December 6, 2017 at 9:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here is this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society and Museum… Bouncing back to 1947-48 Friday Harbor Basketball This gem of a sports photo is especially prized for its identification of each person in the Friday Harbor High School Boys Basketball team portrait from 70 years ago. Who do you recognize in Continue Reading
Winter Classes at SVC
Written on December 6, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join a winter class at the San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College The quiet months of winter are a perfect time for reflection and self-awareness classes. Join one or both of the classes below to improve connection to yourself and the world around you. Call the San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College, (360) Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Danna Diaz
Written on February 23, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Teachers, Parents and Community Members: This letter is to provide meaning as to why am I looking to leave the San Juan Island School District. I have reached a time in my life that I feel the need for a change both personally and professionally. I am looking for a new challenge in Continue Reading
Kaila on Color Commentary
Written on February 22, 2018 at 7:27 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Former “Wolverines Voice” Mike Martin shares this FHHS Sports update with you… The Friday Harbor Wolverines take on the Oroville Hornets in Wenatchee Friday Night at 7:00 pm for a trip to the state tournament in Spokane. The game will be broadcast live on 1650 AM in Friday Harbor and on fhtinyradio.com. Oly Archibald and Continue Reading
13th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee
Written on February 21, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Rotary Club of San Juan Island will hold its 13th annual Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 1st at 3:30 PM at the San Juan Community Theater. Doors open at 3:00 PM. This year’s spellers include students from Friday Harbor Elementary School, Friday Harbor Middle School, and Paideia Classical School. All island schools were invited Continue Reading
Community Service Projects Wanted
Written on January 29, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
Request for Friday Harbor High School Community Service Projects The second semester FHHS Community Service-Learning Class begins January 29th. This class utilizes committed adult mentors who will guide students through the completion of a service project related to community improvement – both locally and globally. This is a great opportunity for a “win-win” partnership between students and Continue Reading
Not Just Desserts Auction
Written on January 29, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just in time for the Big Game. It’s auction time! No, not *that* auction. It’s time for our NOT Just Desserts auction! Where: Brickworks When: Saturday, February 3rd from 3:00 to 5:30 pm Please join us for your chance to walk home with appetizers, dinners and deserts that you can enjoy anytime or just in Continue Reading
Skagit Valley College Announces Academic Honor Roll
Written on January 27, 2018 at 11:16 am, by Tim Dustrude
In support of student success, Skagit Valley College is pleased to announce that the following students were placed on the Academic Honor Roll for Fall Quarter, 2017. To qualify, students must maintain a 3.75 or higher grade point average while carrying 12 or more credits. “We are very proud of the achievements of our Skagit Continue Reading
Knowledge Bowl 2018
Written on January 23, 2018 at 5:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s that time of year again! The 24th annual Knowledge Bowl will take place on Monday, February 5th at the San Juan Community Theatre. Sponsored by the San Juan Public Schools Foundation, this family fun event begins at 6:30 PM with the Friday Harbor High School Jazz Band. Teams made up of middle and high Continue Reading
Noises Off
Written on January 16, 2018 at 5:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Friday Harbor High School Drama Group is up for the comedic challenge of what is considered one of the funniest farces ever written. Michael Frayn’s Noises Off is presented at San Juan Community Theatre THIS Thursday through Sunday, January 18-21. The play about putting on a play–that has become a staple of both professional and Continue Reading
Yi Renâ Qigong Class at SVC
Written on January 12, 2018 at 11:14 am, by Tim Dustrude
Islanders looking for an alternative approach to stress reduction and life-long vibrant health will be pleased to hear about the new class at Skagit Valley College (SVC) this Winter 2018 quarter. Randy Martin, SVC Director, is excited to bring in visiting qigong instructor, Jan Weedman, certified by the Institute of Qigong and Integrative Medicine (IQ&IM) Continue Reading
Special School Board Meeting
Written on January 10, 2018 at 5:41 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday January 10, 2018, the San Juan Island School District Board of Directors will hold a Special School Board Meeting at 5:00 pm in the District Office. This is an open public meeting. All public comment, with the exception of public hearings on policy, budget or other specific items, will be heard during the Continue Reading
Letter from Dr. Diaz
Written on January 6, 2018 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor: By proclamation of the governor, January is School Board Recognition Month. It’s a great time to recognize our elected community members who selflessly give their time and energy in support of high-quality public schooling for our youth. School board members in San Juan Island School District are entrusted by this community with responsibility Continue Reading
Two More SJISD Teachers Earn National Board Certifications
Written on December 28, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
San Juan Island School District would like to recognize the recent success of two of our high achieving teachers, Friday Harbor Elementary School Teacher Diane Heller and Friday Harbor High School Teacher Kevin Cullen. After the completion of a rigorous course of study, Ms. Heller and Mr. Cullen have each been awarded National Board Certification. Continue Reading
School Board & Superintendent Communique
Written on December 27, 2017 at 9:31 am, by Tim Dustrude
November and December, 2017 – This is the first of a regular installment of San Juan Island School District School Board school board meeting recaps. Highlights of the November 29, 2017 School District Board of Directors regular meeting: The district celebrated Brent Snow’s eight years of service to our schools. Former School Board Director Boyd Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on December 8, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Students, Staff, Parents and Community Members: As 2017 comes to a close, I am excited to share some of the amazing things happening in our district. The implementation of the Balanced Literacy program at the elementary school is in full swing, the Turnbull Gym locker room remodel is complete and we have started our Continue Reading
Bouncing Back
Written on December 6, 2017 at 9:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Here is this month’s history column from the San Juan Historical Society and Museum… Bouncing back to 1947-48 Friday Harbor Basketball This gem of a sports photo is especially prized for its identification of each person in the Friday Harbor High School Boys Basketball team portrait from 70 years ago. Who do you recognize in Continue Reading
Winter Classes at SVC
Written on December 6, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Join a winter class at the San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College The quiet months of winter are a perfect time for reflection and self-awareness classes. Join one or both of the classes below to improve connection to yourself and the world around you. Call the San Juan Center of Skagit Valley College, (360) Continue Reading