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BOARD BRIEFS FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL |
December, 2005
Rick Gantman, Superintendent
In September & October School Board meetings, members of the school board heard about and discussed:
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Overview of WASL (Washington Assessment of Student Learning) Results |
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NCLB AYP (No Child Left Behind Adequate Yearly Progress) |
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School Board Annual Program of Work |
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2004—2005 Financials |
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Enrollment Update for 2005-2006 |
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Mt Baker Strategic Plan |
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Continuous School Improvement |
Good of the Order Items —
Steve King – 2004/2005 Whatcom County B League Distinguished Assistant Principal
Congratulations to Steve King, High School Principal, for his selection as the 2004/05 Whatcom County B League Distinguished Assistant Principal. Mr. King was recognized by the WASSP (Washington Association of Secondary School Principals) at a luncheon in conjunction with the Principals’ Conference held in Spokane in October.
Kasey Kahne Foundation & Deming Speedway Raffle –
The Kasey Kahne Foundation recently held a raffle event on Friday, September 30, in cooperation with the Deming Speedway. Kasey Kahne began his racing career at the local Deming Speedway.
A trip for two to Phoenix International Raceway, including airfare, hotel, and a meeting with Kasey Kahne was the grand prize; second place an autographed Kasey Kahne jacket and third place two seasons passes to Deming Speedway. The tickets were $5, purchasers did need not be present to win. The total proceeds($3,720.00) from tickets sales were generously donated to the Mt Baker School District by the Foundation and by Paul and Bev Lemley, owners of the Deming Speedway.
Tips for a Successful Freshmen Year – from the High School Counseling Program
A brochure titled “Tips for a Successful Freshmen Year…or If I Knew Then What I Know Now… is provided by the high school counseling department to all incoming Freshmen. The brochure is full of quips and quotes from current students and former graduates, with hints about what freshmen might consider and be aware of during their high school years.
The most oft mentioned ‘hint’ is to do your homework, do not procrastinate. True to Mt Baker PRIDE, the second most popular advice was to get involved in extra-curricular activities. Good advice for adults and students, alike.
