Mullenix Ridge Elementary School

Earlier this week, Mr. Haver, the districts Native American and Alaska Native Support Specialist, visited second grade classes at Mullenix Ridge Elementary to share information and artifacts from the Plains tribes.

Thank you Mr. Haver for taking your time with Mullenix Ridge!

❄️Hey there SKSD! As we are approaching Winter Break, we wanted to share a few important dates and times:

December 19th - Early Release Day
* Discovery releases at 10:35 am
* South Kitsap High School releases at 10:40 am
* Cedar Heights, John Sedgwick, and Marcus Whitman release at 11:25 am
* Burley Glenwood, East Port Orchard, Mullenix Ridge release at 12:10 pm
* Hidden Creek, Manchester, Olalla, Orchard Heights, Sidney Glen, South Colby and Sunnyslope release at 12:40 pm

December 22nd-January 2nd - No School

To see the full calendar visit www.skschools.org/student-calendar

We are thrilled to announce that the South Kitsap Public Education Foundation awarded 16 grants totaling $26,478 to support student learning across South Kitsap schools!

These grants will support:
✨ College & career readiness
📚 Early literacy and reading programs
🔢 Math proficiency
🛠️ CTE woodshop upgrades
🌲 Outdoor education & 5th-grade camp
🎨 Cultural enrichment and field trips
💙 Wellness tools and sensory support
🏋️ Weight room improvements at SKHS

We are grateful for incredible community partners like SKPEF and the donors who make these opportunities possible. 💛
Together, they're helping every student belong, thrive, and become their best.

We are incredibly grateful to the Kurt Wagner Education Fund (KWEF) for their extraordinary generosity and continued commitment to South Kitsap students and staff. This year, the KWEF awarded $16,600 in educational grants, surprising teachers across the district with much-needed funding to bring innovative ideas to life in their classrooms.

In total, 25 grants were funded out of 37 applications, representing 10 South Kitsap schools. These grants will support hands-on learning, student engagement, and creative instructional projects that directly benefit our kids.

Congratulations to this year’s grant recipients from:
Discovery High School – Rebecca Kusche, Nora Gregerson, Greg Pickard
Marcus Whitman Middle School – Kashi Tomicihi, Jessica Barnum, Brenda Walls, Kateta Tagliavento, Erinn Olson
Cedar Heights Middle School – Jennica Munderloh, Jenna Baker, Jennifer Johnson, Kimberly Peabody, Roslyn Paulson
John Sedgwick Middle School – Katie Million
Olalla Elementary – Lisa Bernhart, Danielle Hoisington, Irene Williams
Mullenix Ridge Elementary – Carla Pedey, Martha Riley
East Port Orchard Elementary – Tricia Etue
Manchester Elementary – Deanndra Ross, Tiffany Brush
Sunnyslope Elementary – Cheryl Bouck, Shanelle Pfeiffer
Sidney Glen Elementary – Lisa Jenkins

The Kurt Wagner Education Fund’s impact extends far beyond annual classroom grants. They also provide scholarships to students at South Kitsap High School, Discovery High School, and Explorer Academy, helping open doors for future success. Over the last 13 years, the KWEF has invested nearly $185,000 into South Kitsap students and educators.

Thank you for continuing to honor Kurt Wagner, believing in our schools, and for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every year. We are truly grateful!

Thank you, SKSD community!

Because of your incredible generosity, SK students and schools collected about 3,500 pounds of food during this year's SK Helpline Holiday Food Drive!

SK Helpline is now serving 2,000+ families every month, providing almost 150,000 pounds of food monthly (nearly double the need from earlier this year).

Your support truly makes a difference! Let's continue supporting our neighbors all year long!

Three Mullenix Ridge students were recognized with Citizen Life Saving Awards and Challenge Coins from South Kitsap Fire & Rescue. Penelope, Lillian, and Iria sprang to action when they noticed their classmate Ava choking while eating. SK Fire Chief Faucett commended the fourth grade students on their quick thinking and courage which helped to save their friend's life.

Homeroom Heroes at Mullenix Ridge Elementary Three Mullenix Ridge students were recognized with Citizen Life Saving Awards and Challenge Coins from South Kitsap Fire & Rescue. Penelope, Lillian, and Iria…

Hey Wolf fans! Join South Kitsap High School in the journey to the grand prize by heading to https://www.skschools.org/FN5GL to cast your vote daily!📱🔥 In the end, the school with the most votes wins, so help spread the word to vote for South Kitsap High School at https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday-night-5g-lights/u by sharing on social!🏆️💫

It's not too late to register your kindergartener for Jump Start!

mullenixridge.skschools.org

🚨 Reminder: Jump Start to Kindergarten! 🚨

🌟 Incoming Mullenix Ridge kindergartners, don't miss out on the chance to get a sneak peek of school! 🌟

📅 Dates: August 19, 20, 21
🕘 Times: 9:00-10:30 AM or 11:00-12:30 PM
📍 Location: Mullenix Ridge Kindergarten Classrooms

Why join?
✨ Get a feel for kindergarten
📚 Enjoy read-alouds, crafts, and recess
🎉 Build excitement for school

🚗 Parents: Drop off/pick up in the breezeway or use district transport for the 9:00 session. No need to stay on campus.

Join for 1, 2, or all 3 days! The teachers and staff can't wait to meet the kindergartners!

👉 Register and learn more details here: https://sites.google.com/skschools.org/jumpstartmullenix/home?fbclid=IwY2xjawEU0etleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRTX1kvrBPkkc0sk0A4lh8rjVNACWcL1oRROxFkXDXNTp1OEuSgra1kz_A_aem_OZZeEki35_Q4_ji7_uP7Jw

If you have a student enrolled for kindergarten at Mullenix Ridge for 2024-25, register for Jump Start at https://sites.google.com/skschools.org/jumpstartmullenix/home